To hold his composure after the initial criticism and laughter, is just heartfelt for me. I still listen to his version of this song all the time. I wish him nothing but love.
think kevin doesnt even know how good he realy,is,when i first herd kevin sing i played garth brooks singing the same song right after and without a doubt kevin sounded better, sry garth i always speak the truth
Kevin Skinner's If Tomorrow Never comes by Garth Brooks has been added to my list of all time favorite renditions of one of my all time favorite songs. This guy brought tears to my eyes!
Kevin Skinner has apparently disappeared from public life. I respect his desire to leave the show business of Vegas to return to the real life of Kentucky. Happiness is worth more than money.
its good for him that he disappear with a million $ not with nothing, because all famous people did it for the money and the hated the fame after success
He is a talented artist as he give the song's lyrics a complete meaning. This performance broke the fourth wall for me in such a way that it is registered in my mind so deeply that it cannot be forgotten so easily.
There’s a moment in every gig/ performance you play when you know you’ve got the crowd, it’s that tipping point you can hear a pin drop in the room and that moment is very humbling for all involved, the musicians and the audience - great song choice, great acoustic guitarist, great voice control. Delivered and executed perfectly. Massive props for going along with the jokes, he knew all along his capabilities and what a humble man. Played those judges well.
I cried when I first saw this, What a fantastic voice Kevin has, and his guitar plucking. It is now 2022, I have watched this video so many times. Thee very very BEST. OF ALL TIME.
I really admired this guy. He's very humble. The moment he started to sing,i ddint notice that my tears falling down even its my first time to hear this song.
It's actually not just the superb voice that brought him up (I mean, the voice is really magnificent). But it's also the excellent guitar playing. The way he plays with those notes, he really deserved all the respect he got at the end and none of the judging laughs he got at the beginning.
This is the comment I wanted to see. I wholeheartedly agree. Contrary to what most think it’s very hard to pair a musician with an instrument that really compliments their voice and style, and yes while an acoustic guitar is commonly used in country music, very few artists have a voice that actually RESONATE with the sound of said guitar. Most use it as a background like filler but he used it in equal part with his voice in such a way it was, for lack of a better way to put it, honestly romantic. The sound of his voice and the sound of his guitar meshed absolutely perfectly together
this seriously brought tears to my eyes. I love seeing someone prove a first impression wrong. you never know how talented people can be under rough covers. never ever ever judge a book by its cover
This song always prick my heart..When I listen to Mr. Skinner, the more it goes thru my heart. He really sings from his heart...plus his life, it added up to how I felt. It is never easy to try living hard when there is no other choice.
Kevin sings right from the heart...! So powerful, it reaches into the furthest depths of your soul! Kevin, I wish you nothing but the best that life can offer; and may good fortune always be with you and your family!!! Thank you Kevin for that thin slice of heaven!
WOW, what a beautiful performance. There is a reason why they call it country, and this guy is 100 % country. Before the guy started to sing, Piers Morgan was being a condescending jerk. He had to eat his own hat.
I listen to this all the time and cry every time....its like he is sooo authentic and pure........ god really made a great soul, keep up the good work kev
Why did I not discover this before? Can't get enough of this guy. Pray God for his well being so he can entertain the whole world! I have listened to a lot of music in my days (I am 73), but this is truly among the best there is.
This one is better than the orignal, the raspy voice and the guitar playing made it something really heart warming and touching...hmmmn I now include this song to my one of my favorites.
I recently had a health scare and in the emergency room a nurse asked me if l wanted life saving measures or not. I paused for a second and this song was running through my mind. True story l heard Kevin’s voice in my head and heart………
I still believe till date, and after i watched loads of auditions, skinner one was the best ever without any competition, what a voice, what a true, genuine and lovable person
Kevin é fantástico um homem simples que todos acharam que não se sairia bem riram dele e veja os humilhados serão exaltados e Deus fez esse homem simples e pequeno pra muitos se tornar um gigante e todos o aplaudiram em pé simplesmente emocionante!!! Um homem que chegou com um sonho e se tornou um grande campeão fico sem palavras!!! Isso é show
And that was a very powerful momment and a lesson not to judge. I laughed too but when he starting singing I shed a tear aswell and was reminded not to judge
I don't understand why they are laughing... he obviously is a hard working man. But as soon as he starts singing they shut it. It shouldn't take talent for someone to be kind and respectful to one another. But he def had the last laugh.
While most other comments are focused on the obvious romanticism of Kevin silencing his detractors, very few notice the lack of apathy. Thank you for your comment.
Because he seemed like such a hick and it’s such an unusual job. I think that part was an act. It takes some brains to interpret and deliver a song like that. Good guitar player too.
“She must face this woorrrrld without meeeee..” His facial expression, he eeks it out. its like hes truly afraid of something happening in his personal life and he feels helpless to stop it. Chokes me up everytime.
Just saw this for the first time and I have to say I was very impressed by this young man. I followed his all his performances and I'm happy he won. Wonderful Job Kevin Skinner!
Still one of my favourite auditions.. the way they were laughing before and how he managed to kept the audience and judges quiet and with their jaws open with his music, was just sublime..
Prosty, szczery chlop nie na pokaz. I to chyba najbardziej sie liczy zeby byc prawdziwym soba, zawsze. A do tego zaspiewal naprawde na wysokim poziomie, mysle ze nikt sie tego nie spodziewal.
I keep watching over and over. This original video if him. And right after that I always text few ppl in my life that I love them. I'm non religious which don't matter but this is the real stuff.... Simply great
Sometimes late at night I lie awake and watch her sleeping She's lost in peaceful dreams So I turn out the lights and lay there in the dark Thought crosses my mind That I never wake up in the morning Would she ever doubt the way I feel About her in my heart If tomorrow never comes Will she know how much I loved her Did I try in every way to show her every day That she's my only one If my time on earth were through She must face this world without me Is the love I gave her in the past Gonna be enough to last If tomorrow never comes 'Cause I've lost loved ones in my life Who never knew how much I loved them Now I live with the regret That my true feelings for them never were revealed So I made a promise to myself To say each day how much she means to me And avoid that circumstance Where there's no second chance to tell her how I feel If tomorrow never comes Will she know how much I loved her Did I try in every way to show her every day That she's my only one And if my time on earth were through And she must face this world without me Is the love I gave her in the past Gonna be enough to last If tomorrow never comes So tell that someone that you love Just what you're thinking of If tomorrow never comes
This guy fit the song perfectly. Only a country guy, could sang a country song, and he had nailed it so well, that I am touched by the way he sang in his version of this song.
To hold his composure after the initial criticism and laughter, is just heartfelt for me. I still listen to his version of this song all the time. I wish him nothing but love.
Silenced them with pure talent ! I always come back to hear Kevin sing ❤️
I hope he has truly, found true happiness.
Me too
I cry every time I hear him sing .Kevin sings from the soul so heartfelt. Genuine loving and humble man
So glad he won
KEVIN FANTASIC. THANK YOU. FROM RSA .👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏
No one is talking about how good a guitar player he is...until now.
I thought the same....
Never judged the book for his cover. He has an amazing voice. I don't get tired to listen his version.😊
The world needs more people like Kevin Skinner to make it a better place!
The moment Kevin started to sing, he casted a spell on everyone! And every clap they made was like a slap in their own faces!
The audience was mesmerized, listening to every word and completely silent!
The way Kevin nodded when he sang the words “she’s my only one” was very sincere.
it is definitely the soul and emotion in his voice that did it.. a REAL country singer!
think kevin doesnt even know how good he realy,is,when i first herd kevin sing i played garth brooks singing the same song right after and without a doubt kevin sounded better, sry garth i always speak the truth
The best thing about this, is that he actually won the competition!!!!!❤️❤️
Nickolay Wikestad Syversen, He did win? That's awesome!
I'm in the UK and this is the first time I have seen this guy . true imotion this guy is absolutely brilliant well done to him great audition. 😊
I too have just seen this for the first time - on Facebook. He is a lovely talented guy. I hope he really did win.
Sharon looks drunk or stoned.
Leckt mich
Crying. This 'good ol' country boy' is a fine singer. The pic is of my late ex husband and me, taken in 1964. Thank you Kevin. I wish you well!
That voice, unbelievable. This man can sing with the best of them. Just brilliant!!!!
Kevin Skinner's If Tomorrow Never comes by Garth Brooks has been added to my list of all time favorite renditions of one of my all time favorite songs. This guy brought tears to my eyes!
Kevin Skinner has apparently disappeared from public life.
I respect his desire to leave the show business of Vegas to return to the real life of Kentucky.
Happiness is worth more than money.
Catch Chicken bring happinest!!
its good for him that he disappear with a million $ not with nothing, because all famous people did it for the money and the hated the fame after success
ConnCollector
Monies and frames does not buy you happiness. What a man.
@eddiewinehosen Until you get to the back of that limo enjoy the wiew from the bus, it's the same view. Peace.
@@nirvan7396 That is a great point of view.
Such an amazing performance. He seemed so genuine and honest. Rare today
Tears come to my eyes every time i listen to Kevin sing this song well done Kevin ( from Frank UK )
He has voice of an angel.
seeing the audience and judge's jaws drop was satisfying....
He is a talented artist as he give the song's lyrics a complete meaning. This performance broke the fourth wall for me in such a way that it is registered in my mind so deeply that it cannot be forgotten so easily.
There’s a moment in every gig/ performance you play when you know you’ve got the crowd, it’s that tipping point you can hear a pin drop in the room and that moment is very humbling for all involved, the musicians and the audience - great song choice, great acoustic guitarist, great voice control. Delivered and executed perfectly. Massive props for going along with the jokes, he knew all along his capabilities and what a humble man. Played those judges well.
From the man to the song he sang, perfection. A winning performance and even better, a winner of a man. Congrats Kevin.
I cried when I first saw this, What a fantastic voice Kevin has, and his guitar plucking. It is now 2022, I have watched this video so many times. Thee very very BEST. OF ALL TIME.
I really admired this guy. He's very humble. The moment he started to sing,i ddint notice that my tears falling down even its my first time to hear this song.
What a sweet preson he is.
He didn't even react when that lady started to laugh in a silly and disrespectful way.
Good hearted person ❤❤❤
Bravo Kevin you have a wonderful voice.
It's actually not just the superb voice that brought him up (I mean, the voice is really magnificent). But it's also the excellent guitar playing. The way he plays with those notes, he really deserved all the respect he got at the end and none of the judging laughs he got at the beginning.
This is the comment I wanted to see. I wholeheartedly agree. Contrary to what most think it’s very hard to pair a musician with an instrument that really compliments their voice and style, and yes while an acoustic guitar is commonly used in country music, very few artists have a voice that actually RESONATE with the sound of said guitar. Most use it as a background like filler but he used it in equal part with his voice in such a way it was, for lack of a better way to put it, honestly romantic. The sound of his voice and the sound of his guitar meshed absolutely perfectly together
I don't remember, how many times I saw this audition, but always it's like the first time. Just lovely.
this seriously brought tears to my eyes. I love seeing someone prove a first impression wrong. you never know how talented people can be under rough covers. never ever ever judge a book by its cover
i love his version more than the original
+Zachary Huffman never say never
Same...I keep listening to him when I feel like listening to the song instead of the original
True dont judge a book by its cover because he is not a book.jokingly yours
Brought tears to my eyes, too.
This song always prick my heart..When I listen to Mr. Skinner, the more it goes thru my heart. He really sings from his heart...plus his life, it added up to how I felt. It is never easy to try living hard when there is no other choice.
polly calma he was born to sing
He could probably make singing the ABC song sound this good! He absolutely won my heart over. His humble personality is one I wish all of us had.
Sandra Pasillas agree 100%. absolutely brings me to tears! Sharon you bitch!
sandra can you check my covers
Quite honestly the best chicken catcher and the best show catching experience!
He sings from his heart and that is what people want to listen too God Bless you for you are a great singer
Watch iam Tongi audition on American idol. Same gift of cutting through the soul. You will thank me
Kevin delivered the song so well, each time I hear him sing it , I cry. The song is very true.
Kevin sings right from the heart...! So powerful, it reaches into the furthest depths of your soul! Kevin, I wish you nothing but the best that life can offer; and may good fortune always be with you and your family!!! Thank you Kevin for that thin slice of heaven!
WOW, what a beautiful performance. There is a reason why they call it country, and this guy is 100 % country. Before the guy started to sing, Piers Morgan was being a condescending jerk. He had to eat his own hat.
I hate Piers but at least he ate that hat.
marecku21, Piers ate his own shit
Pierce is Condicending he shouldn't be a judge!
I agree with you Elvis Presley
marecku21 (╥_╥)
For a couple minutes, not a single person in that audience could breathe. Just perfect
Pure beauty of the talent and big heart!
can watch this forever. love from Scotland.
"Don't judge a book by its cover". Simple!
The moment the first note comes out of his mouth you just know....
Tremendo
Its Cover the judge don't by the book
We all do. That's just how life is unfortunate
AMEN he has passion and sincere.
A winner all the way he actually played along. Watch the wry smile on his face when he finishes and looks at piers and Sharon
I listen to this all the time and cry every time....its like he is sooo authentic and pure........ god really made a great soul, keep up the good work kev
There is so much to learn from this
He was amazing
Best cover of this song
i love you so m
Piotr Tester He moved me..... time stood still.
It truly is the best cover ...quite the most beautiful of performance s.
Very moving! I love this young man!
Why did I not discover this before? Can't get enough of this guy. Pray God for his well being so he can entertain the whole world! I have listened to a lot of music in my days (I am 73), but this is truly among the best there is.
Watch iam tongi's audition on American idol. Same gift of cutting through your soul. You will thank me
I got a strained relationship with my family. This song today makes me change that. Right now! Thank you so much
This one is better than the orignal, the raspy voice and the guitar playing made it something really heart warming and touching...hmmmn I now include this song to my one of my favorites.
joey bautista agreed. Listening to the original that raspy voice is sorely lacking!
joey bautista imagen him singing this to his wife 💝 Mann his wife is lucky. X
I recently had a health scare and in the emergency room a nurse asked me if l wanted life saving measures or not. I paused for a second and this song was running through my mind. True story l heard Kevin’s voice in my head and heart………
I'm in tears! He sang this song with deep feelings! Thank You
I still believe till date, and after i watched loads of auditions, skinner one was the best ever without any competition, what a voice, what a true, genuine and lovable person
Our boy Kevin may have not been very good at math when it come time to chickens.....But thank god the boy can now count to a million.,...
wrong Hackers notme very apt comment. I will never forget the wry smile Kevin gave the judges as he was finishing
Really heart touching performance.... and his way of playing guitar really awesome.....and atlast his respect towards judge and audience..wahh.!!!
it leaves you with the feeling how much blessed are you to have witnessed his performance...
men, I cry every time I see this video.. he is great!!!!!
Every time I watch this all I can think is. Who's laughing now as every persons heart is melting.
Kevin é fantástico um homem simples que todos acharam que não se sairia bem riram dele e veja os humilhados serão exaltados e Deus fez esse homem simples e pequeno pra muitos se tornar um gigante e todos o aplaudiram em pé simplesmente emocionante!!! Um homem que chegou com um sonho e se tornou um grande campeão fico sem palavras!!! Isso é show
I love hearing him sing this song. Beautiful!
Good interpretation. This song went right through my heart.
I hate to say it but i might like this version better lol
@@chrissnell2264yup
He signs the song better than the Original!
he put in to this song hes heart .
Absolutely I agree
thats here original song dude
he was so great that everybody was just completely silent :))
An Tran
yeah that's right totally stunned ..like me everytime I watch it ...
yeah,, he took control of the crowd with that awesome performance.... took me too
An Tran
That's right...amazing to watch
Speechless.... I can listen to this version over and over and it never gets old.
Pure country..
And that was a very powerful momment and a lesson not to judge. I laughed too but when he starting singing I shed a tear aswell and was reminded not to judge
Check out iam Tongi audition on American idol. It will make you cry. Same type of gift. You will thank me
even if people put you down, but u must be able to keep shining.. :)
i will cry, if someone who i love singing this song.
what an amazing voice, big love from Saudi Arabia
Love how he didn't let the mockery never affected him and shut everyone up beautiful
I don't understand why they are laughing... he obviously is a hard working man. But as soon as he starts singing they shut it. It shouldn't take talent for someone to be kind and respectful to one another. But he def had the last laugh.
Dd Norton he not just had the last laugh he made the judges feel stupid
While most other comments are focused on the obvious romanticism of Kevin silencing his detractors, very few notice the lack of apathy. Thank you for your comment.
Because he seemed like such a hick and it’s such an unusual job. I think that part was an act. It takes some brains to interpret and deliver a song like that. Good guitar player too.
I agree completely. Total lack of respect, shame on them!!!!!!
Yes,, how if he can't sing,,?? 😣😣
What a sweetheart of a man..I fell in love...
❤ you Kevin skinner, so much passion and love in your voice 😢
“She must face this woorrrrld without meeeee..” His facial expression, he eeks it out. its like hes truly afraid of something happening in his personal life and he feels helpless to stop it. Chokes me up everytime.
20x i came back to hear this song
I liked that he didn’t try to do it like Garth. And it was even a little more sincere without all those dipsy-doodles.
Just saw this for the first time and I have to say I was very impressed by this young man. I followed his all his performances and I'm happy he won. Wonderful Job Kevin Skinner!
Imagine living with him & hearing that voice every day.. just wow
I'm crying watching this. .
MY LORD BLESS YOU for I lost my husband of 35 years and then I Thought I moved on but I did not in my heart
And there was silence... Seen this for the 100th time. Still doesn't fail to amaze me.
Still one of my favourite auditions.. the way they were laughing before and how he managed to kept the audience and judges quiet and with their jaws open with his music, was just sublime..
Prosty, szczery chlop nie na pokaz. I to chyba najbardziej sie liczy zeby byc prawdziwym soba, zawsze. A do tego zaspiewal naprawde na wysokim poziomie, mysle ze nikt sie tego nie spodziewal.
Man his voice almost puts me to sleep, even professional famous singers rarely can do that..cheers bro
Mr. Kevin Skinner I officialy admit the fact that you are son of a GOD. So he bless you
That love song singin', chicken catchin' country boy has some serious heart. The boy's got the chops!
They laughed and laughed at him until he MELTED that audience. Damn man...im not crying youre crying
I need the whole song!
He knew what that song meant to him that's why he just went out there and auditioned because just like he sang "if tomorrow never comes"
I keep watching over and over.
This original video if him.
And right after that I always text few ppl in my life that I love them. I'm non religious which don't matter but this is the real stuff.... Simply great
To be honest, what makes this video even special is the brilliant commentary by the 3 judges after the song
He was amazing I was about to cry
Sometimes late at night
I lie awake and watch her sleeping
She's lost in peaceful dreams
So I turn out the lights and lay there in the dark
Thought crosses my mind
That I never wake up in the morning
Would she ever doubt the way I feel
About her in my heart
If tomorrow never comes
Will she know how much I loved her
Did I try in every way to show her every day
That she's my only one
If my time on earth were through
She must face this world without me
Is the love I gave her in the past
Gonna be enough to last
If tomorrow never comes
'Cause I've lost loved ones in my life
Who never knew how much I loved them
Now I live with the regret
That my true feelings for them never were revealed
So I made a promise to myself
To say each day how much she means to me
And avoid that circumstance
Where there's no second chance to tell her how I feel
If tomorrow never comes
Will she know how much I loved her
Did I try in every way to show her every day
That she's my only one
And if my time on earth were through
And she must face this world without me
Is the love I gave her in the past
Gonna be enough to last
If tomorrow never comes
So tell that someone that you love
Just what you're thinking of
If tomorrow never comes
Here there´s the lyrics
Victor Raul Espitia on
He reinvented this song and give it a life
Just goes to show you that a true talent is finally recognised. Great job Kevin! ♡
Yea brother right on you killed it
God bless!
Just lovely, gave me gooos bumbs
Have been watching this for years. He had me at the word "Thought". You knew the guy could sing.
What a pure beautiful soul so much talent ❤
what i would've loved to see, is for him to win the whole competition in the same clothes. and just evoke, "I win with my heart, not my clothes"
i cry all the time i see this video...
Adriana adriana i love you...
Same it is fine
Adriana so do i
I love the way he did the song. I watch it over many times.
This guy fit the song perfectly. Only a country guy, could sang a country song, and he had nailed it so well, that I am touched by the way he sang in his version of this song.
This is a real tear jerker. Chase Rice.
Thanks I think this man has everything he needs to be the best .