WINNER of American Idol 2023 Iam Tongi ALL Performances!

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    Audition - 0:00
    Top 10 - 7:20
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    James Blunt Duet - 24:27
    Top 12 - 27:41
    Hollywood Week Duet - 32:37
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  • @top10talent
    @top10talent  Před 2 měsíci +59

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  • @shelbeeray
    @shelbeeray Před 11 měsíci +8869

    He is the first winner I’ve seen who seems to have genuinely connected with his competitors and cares about them. He’s a beautiful soul. It isn’t an act with him. He is a gentle soul and I love seeing someone like him win.

    • @lisatowner5407
      @lisatowner5407 Před 11 měsíci +122

      Amen 😂 omg I cried through that Whole video ! The ❤matches the voice 👌

    • @2011birch
      @2011birch Před 11 měsíci +49

      You nailed it 👍

    • @beaconlight4720
      @beaconlight4720 Před 11 měsíci +7

      if he can't control his weight, i just can't imagine how gross his room is gonna be

    • @mariadeavila7072
      @mariadeavila7072 Před 11 měsíci +198

      ​@beaconlight really???? what's the need for the hate?.......

    • @kadijatumvkargbo5564
      @kadijatumvkargbo5564 Před 11 měsíci

      @@mariadeavila7072 cause people like him refuse therapy and lack morals

  • @jimfox9719
    @jimfox9719 Před 11 měsíci +3081

    The best singers don't just share their voice, they share their souls.

  • @JayG_
    @JayG_ Před 8 měsíci +640

    Can we also take a moment to appreciate how much of a professional James Blunt was. He held the space for Ian and pulled him back, incredible.

    • @zmkelly
      @zmkelly Před 6 měsíci +26

      it was also kind of sweet to see them struggle to finish the song. You could see how much it meant to them

    • @cloudydaez
      @cloudydaez Před 3 měsíci +8

      @@zmkelly with all due respect to James Blunt as an artist but whenever he sings this song he scares me. When Iam sang this song I felt it in the very depths of my soul. A persons experiences can change a song and that’s what Iam did

    • @azymusxiii6781
      @azymusxiii6781 Před 12 dny

      @@cloudydaezI think the song is just too high for his vocal range

  • @Krishnasarda85
    @Krishnasarda85 Před 2 měsíci +169

    This boy is an angel in disguise. No pretense at all. He is far beyond any competition, just a pure soul

  • @rboss5919
    @rboss5919 Před 9 měsíci +1490

    All the respect in the world to James Blunt for effortlessly stepping in when Iam got overwhelmed and soothing him back into it. Only time American Idol has ever made me cry.

    • @Kayyllar
      @Kayyllar Před 9 měsíci +58

      And you can feel the emotion in both of their voices. It’s beautiful.

    • @pabiedaisy8164
      @pabiedaisy8164 Před 8 měsíci +28

      Dude! Absolute kindness. What a great guy

    • @aaronnumbers6275
      @aaronnumbers6275 Před 7 měsíci +16

      I know right! Leave it to James Blunt!

    • @ChristineNacino
      @ChristineNacino Před 7 měsíci +3

      😅😅😊😊😅😅😮 45:18 45:19

    • @NomadX0001
      @NomadX0001 Před 6 měsíci +28

      When he said "you can feel my had on your arm" and he had his hand on his arm comforting him broke me.

  • @midam_aromi
    @midam_aromi Před 10 měsíci +744

    The singer who doesn’t have to scream or shout at the top of his lungs to impress the audience but his pure talent and connection with the crowds do the work 👏🏼

    • @NathanDibben
      @NathanDibben Před 9 měsíci +6

      Post a video of you singing lol

    • @SweetyD2023
      @SweetyD2023 Před 9 měsíci +4

      ​@NathanDibben
      Why do you want him/her to post a video of him/her singing? I say him/her because I don't know if this person is a man or woman. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤪

    • @viralviruz8694
      @viralviruz8694 Před 9 měsíci +4

      Nothing wrong with screaming and singing it's different, and even this guy was screaming in between but ig you can't differentiate

    • @AXx-yw2sb
      @AXx-yw2sb Před 7 měsíci +2

      The commentor that doesn't need to put any intelligence into their comment to make a comment.

    • @skrullboy9019
      @skrullboy9019 Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@NathanDibben dawg he was complimenting him sped

  • @CNCPHD
    @CNCPHD Před 6 měsíci +265

    Finally, its been a long time since there was a legitimately soulful artist that didn't seem full of themselves. Also, I'm thrilled for his mother. I can't image how proud she is. I can't image...

    • @CNCPHD
      @CNCPHD Před 5 měsíci +11

      If he re-releases this song as an acoustic, he may very well break some sales/streaming records. Also, can we note that despite the emotion... he played the guitar absolutely flawlessly. Second nature. And for those who thought he was a sympathy pick... listen to this entire reel. He didn't miss a note, a string, or a moment. This is as good a talent on this show since La'Portia.
      Also, my opinion is that he out-sung the artist on his own song. 🤷🏾‍♂

    • @JoshSmith-vt6pz
      @JoshSmith-vt6pz Před 2 měsíci

      I didn't hear much soul.

  • @cie56
    @cie56 Před 6 měsíci +79

    I really cried when he sang together with James Blunt.

  • @DanteKenchi
    @DanteKenchi Před 10 měsíci +1021

    He instantly won this show at his first audition, what a great voice 👍Rip Rodney, you be proud of your son.

    • @Zhen_Jess520
      @Zhen_Jess520 Před 8 měsíci +8

      Agree! 🌺

    • @kikidelarosa851
      @kikidelarosa851 Před 8 měsíci +6

      ❤Yes!!

    • @billzjr222
      @billzjr222 Před 5 měsíci +12

      Damn right. I'm here tearing up cause I lost my big bro 2 years ago and he looks like him. So it hit me hard man.

    • @madistets.7549
      @madistets.7549 Před 3 měsíci

      this show was fixed.

    • @beaualoevv
      @beaualoevv Před 27 dny

      lmao every time someone mentions a passing . they get a free pass & should win the show. you braindead people

  • @masterpepz19
    @masterpepz19 Před 11 měsíci +931

    No belting, no riffs and runs, just pure soul! Awesome individual! That's true talent!

    • @charliecook59
      @charliecook59 Před 11 měsíci +21

      Except for when he belts 😂

    • @kioshiro482
      @kioshiro482 Před 10 měsíci

      No belt could possibly fit that

    • @Mark-99999
      @Mark-99999 Před 10 měsíci +25

      @@kioshiro482you seen insecure!! Get help!!

    • @priskruger314
      @priskruger314 Před 20 dny

      ​@@kioshiro482 boring world it would be w everyone the same. This young man is beautiful and majestic. This is called viking body type. I remember seeing a young women w this type of body. Large calves large angles large underarms and wrists. I was blown away by her beauty. I was a child and she showed me that every size is beautiful. Britney also has this bodytype. They can train and slim down and be more muscular than regular people will ever be. Learn about the bodytypes. He is a mesomorph. The endomorph is the peartype and the ectomorph is the thin slender type. Learn to see the beauty of each type.

  • @lizfei4448
    @lizfei4448 Před 5 měsíci +137

    The performance Iam Tongi did with James Blunt is so powerful--one of the greatest performances on this show.

  • @Grump.y-OldMan
    @Grump.y-OldMan Před měsícem +29

    Dude could sing anything. Just a beautiful voice, tone and control. I pray he has the best life, stays humble and knows his Father is with him every step! God Bless you!

  • @JessS-ty1nl
    @JessS-ty1nl Před 11 měsíci +792

    I got tired of seeing mainly belters and twangers on all the singing competition shows. Then Iam comes along like a breath of fresh air. Just singing a song simply with emotion and a beautiful voice. We need more singers like this!

    • @oliveoyl1802
      @oliveoyl1802 Před 11 měsíci +25

      Yes quite tired of the big voices 😐

    • @craftycrafter1960
      @craftycrafter1960 Před 11 měsíci +28

      He is a real story teller and I am so glad he won!

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat Před 11 měsíci +23

      I also love how he brought Island music along for the ride. America got to see a part of Hawaii that few people outside the state probably would have known otherwise.

    • @cassandrafearn3820
      @cassandrafearn3820 Před 11 měsíci +3

      Ikr...I love this guy

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat Před 11 měsíci +15

      @@agnesvalera6737 He puts just enough power in his voice to show what he can do while keeping it tender enough to draw us in without having to sacrifice one for the other. After years of having competitors try to sing like Mariah Carey or Freddie Mercury because that’s what we’ve been conditioned to expect, we get someone who sings more like Bruddah Iz. And that’s what the show needed.

  • @ryangreer6927
    @ryangreer6927 Před 11 měsíci +747

    When he said he doesn’t cry because he misses his dad but because he could hear him harmonizing along crushed my soul

    • @lesley5547
      @lesley5547 Před 9 měsíci +4

      Yes this opened the food gates for me

    • @debbieknight2677
      @debbieknight2677 Před 9 měsíci +1

      YES SING IT IAM, YOU ARE SO AMAZING !!! I LOVE YOUR VOICE ❤❤❤ AND YOUR SONGS
      ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @zorrie-mareecernusco4092
      @zorrie-mareecernusco4092 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Yes meee too... sooo beautiful. ❤

    • @mojo3708
      @mojo3708 Před 9 měsíci

      Damn 😢

    • @nelsontan9967
      @nelsontan9967 Před 9 měsíci +3

      Iam, your Dad's with you man... ❤

  • @BostonGrl79
    @BostonGrl79 Před 8 měsíci +104

    I am so glad that this boy won! In the beginning of the show, I knew he was going to win. There was something about this boy.

  • @timholubowitch9097
    @timholubowitch9097 Před 5 měsíci +81

    Never watched these shows at all. But this kid popped up in a youtube short. I watched and cried. I love this kid. I hope the best for him. Hes a great soul.

  • @ssac9285
    @ssac9285 Před 11 měsíci +2216

    Don’t understand why some people complained that he won. He has a beautiful, beautiful voice and his emotions are so heartwarming. I am so glad he WON! Well deserved.

    • @anitamuhammad8285
      @anitamuhammad8285 Před 11 měsíci +228

      Many people hate purity

    • @ruelbalabbo4009
      @ruelbalabbo4009 Před 11 měsíci +47

      ​@@anitamuhammad8285yeah your right

    • @RatIceCream
      @RatIceCream Před 11 měsíci +96

      Where are people complaining? He seemed like the overwhelming most popular singer on the show

    • @Plus_Red
      @Plus_Red Před 11 měsíci +36

      American Idol is still a thing?

    • @anneliolsson31
      @anneliolsson31 Před 11 měsíci +25

      He is FANTASTIC!!!! 🌿🙏🌿💖🌿

  • @tevolo817
    @tevolo817 Před 11 měsíci +1155

    So proud of this kid. His grandpa helped me in the island of Tonga to come to school in Hawaii. Lots of love n respect. IAM SO PROUD OF YOU AND YOUR MOM.

  • @kasunabeysinghe8910
    @kasunabeysinghe8910 Před 6 měsíci +25

    Making a man cry with a pure male voice just like that deserves a grammy, oscar or more…

  • @jamess.931
    @jamess.931 Před 7 měsíci +56

    God that first one always gets me, its the first time someone singing truly hits me in the feels that fast. You can just feel it in your soul as soon as he starts singing

  • @andrewbird6267
    @andrewbird6267 Před 11 měsíci +1004

    Man, I wasn't expecting to cry when I clicked on this video, my Dad was also called Rodney, he passed last year. There's no way I could try sing this song all the way through without breaking down. Massive well done to Iam

    • @slamminsammy941
      @slamminsammy941 Před 11 měsíci +24

      Sorry you lost your dad man ! I lost mine 10 years ago , nothing harder then losing a good dad !! Hope your doing well , and making ur dad proud like I am to mine. That’s all we can do !

    • @guilherme8930
      @guilherme8930 Před 11 měsíci +4

      Tem gente que ainda acredita. Inocentes

    • @rochellasmith8746
      @rochellasmith8746 Před 11 měsíci +4

      So sorry for your loss. Blessings and hugs to you

    • @joecreamer4584
      @joecreamer4584 Před 11 měsíci +3

      youre making him proud man

    • @Caperhere
      @Caperhere Před 11 měsíci +4

      I’m sorry.

  • @gmc911er
    @gmc911er Před 11 měsíci +570

    For him to close his eyes every time he sees his dad harmonizing along. Such a beautiful effect 😭

    • @dabull1298
      @dabull1298 Před 11 měsíci +25

      His Father has most definitely lifted Him UP and is Always with Him ....His Father is living his dream Through his Son

    • @M.RidhoAntono
      @M.RidhoAntono Před 11 měsíci

      Salam kenal saya dari indo indonesia
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    • @Barbara-pu9fh
      @Barbara-pu9fh Před 11 měsíci +6

      He makes you see how proud his father is !! Tears of happiness from the sky’s up above

  • @daynabeyer3620
    @daynabeyer3620 Před 5 měsíci +27

    Loved Iam from Day 1. He touched my heart not just because I am from Hawai'i. His humble nature, his God given gift to sing from his heart reaches in and grabs you. We've been watching Idol for years, and we were moved to vote for the first time. Iam's voice transcends to us that gives shows us love and gives us hope. Aloha & Mahalo Rodney & Lily for raising up a fine child of God. I am still moved by Iam every time I hear him sing. Me ke Aloha, Iam.

  • @totzton
    @totzton Před 21 dnem +6

    This song is a MASTERPIECE sung by someone who gave justice to its mesning😢😢😢... Thank you James Blunt

  • @henrylazarde8967
    @henrylazarde8967 Před 11 měsíci +829

    It’s not his voice.
    It’s his way to connect with others.
    It’s very unique.
    He’s a different animal.
    Absolutely amazing.

    • @superman35335
      @superman35335 Před 11 měsíci +8

      Not his voice?

    • @Amiright-zg5gd
      @Amiright-zg5gd Před 11 měsíci +14

      nah man i think his voice fits those other parts with the context, so i would rephrase it as not just the voice that won it, it was everything

    • @georgedazo58
      @georgedazo58 Před 11 měsíci +6

      Exactly.. even James blunt & Hawaiian Legend Jack Johnson say it’s hard to describe Iam .. He just has something special about him..He’s different than we’ve seen💯💪💯💪🔥🔥🔥

    • @Failp0p
      @Failp0p Před 11 měsíci

      Animal.. u are so bad at this = =

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat Před 11 měsíci +6

      Oliver Steele said in a recent interview that he pegged Iam to win back during Hollywood Week, before he knew anything about Iam’s dad Rodney other than Rodney was the one who got him into music. Oliver said what he saw about Iam that set him apart from everyone else was how he could hear Iam’s love of people, music, and culture in every song he sang. And it was identifiable from the first note.

  • @iamrekinafong
    @iamrekinafong Před 11 měsíci +837

    He's an old soul in this modern world. His voice calms me, and you can really feel the emotions the song wants to bring.

    • @tamaikomays4040
      @tamaikomays4040 Před 11 měsíci +11

      Yes, his voice is very mellow and calming. You just close your eyes and be taken away.

    • @Firestar511
      @Firestar511 Před 11 měsíci +7

      He’s God’s gift for these desperate times we’re living in. He’s a message of ❤️ LOVE and HOPE to us.

    • @jmjm1920
      @jmjm1920 Před 10 měsíci +2

      ❤🙏 I'm on repeat 😊

    • @randommf3549
      @randommf3549 Před 10 měsíci

      D

    • @randommf3549
      @randommf3549 Před 10 měsíci

      Si

  • @crystalbluewaters
    @crystalbluewaters Před 2 měsíci +7

    Solo or in duets/groups, there is no mistaking Iams voice & you can pick it out instantly yet its so versatile that it blends so easily with others as well. That is prodigy-esque musicianship & pure unfiltered talent. His voice is like his soul, the calm in the storm & sun breaking apart the clouds, yet when he lets loose it hits like a ton of bricks straight to the heart. Humble, kind, compassionate. His song choices were like a roadmap to his soul as each held special meaning to him & his family. Have never felt a connection like this to other contestants & have watched many music shows, as i have with Iam. Wishing him all the best on his journey. His parents raised a beautiful son major respect to rodney & lillie, and rodney was a wonderful teacher too giving his son the tools to build his own path.

  • @waynemarcum3519
    @waynemarcum3519 Před 8 měsíci +25

    Definition of singing with your soul. He is amazing!

  • @jameshensley4181
    @jameshensley4181 Před 11 měsíci +439

    I'm a 42yr old grown man who just cried like a 5yr old little girl. I started about 1/4 of the way through and didn't stop for a couple of mins after it was over.😢😢😢 His voice is amazing and so full of emotion you kinda heartless if you don't cry.😢😢😢 This man totally has me in my feels 100%.

    • @brendabryant7484
      @brendabryant7484 Před 11 měsíci +11

      You should cry more often it refreshing the soul

    • @dadsskateshop9733
      @dadsskateshop9733 Před 11 měsíci +9

      Good to know I wasn't the only one.

    • @BecciBex
      @BecciBex Před 11 měsíci +7

      Crying isn’t just for girls. Crying shows bravery and vulnerability, you should do it more

    • @spencerwiltse2855
      @spencerwiltse2855 Před 11 měsíci +3

      Ugh Damn I put my sun glasses on to hide it but the tears made it down my face lol this video killed me

    • @Silverpup67
      @Silverpup67 Před 11 měsíci

      I hear ya

  • @allysongenzer849
    @allysongenzer849 Před 11 měsíci +596

    His duet with the other guy when his guitar busted- that was true brotherhood. The way the other guy talked and interacted with him was priceless. ❤️

    • @zt2577
      @zt2577 Před 11 měsíci +34

      Yup, there's no competition between them at all! Just genuine support and care for him.

    • @AHuri505
      @AHuri505 Před 11 měsíci +8

      Did the battery in the pre amp die?

    • @Bluesphan
      @Bluesphan Před 11 měsíci +24

      @@AHuri505 The way they described that it was "cutting in and out" makes me think there was a faulty connection somewhere... Glad that they were eventually able to get it fixed for him - there's some magic in that guitar!

    • @alexanderblusch5320
      @alexanderblusch5320 Před 11 měsíci +22

      the absolutly heartbreaking moment was the duet with james blunt, you could feel how much it meant to him.

    • @stephaniekiyosaki3856
      @stephaniekiyosaki3856 Před 11 měsíci +33

      That was Oliver Steele, who became his best friend. Their duets are magical.

  • @wiseowl179
    @wiseowl179 Před 6 měsíci +13

    The other contestants didn’t have a hope this year no matter how good they were. Iam’s dad cleared the heavenly runway for Iam to fly high and soar above them all! God bless you young man! May we listen to you sing for many years to come🙏🤗❤️🌺

  • @user-ep1tg4qj2y
    @user-ep1tg4qj2y Před 21 dnem +5

    Wow, a voice straight from heaven. Thank you Father for this young man.

  • @jacklynfernandez7555
    @jacklynfernandez7555 Před 11 měsíci +561

    I'm at the bus and ugly crying because this man really hits my soul🥺 I'm so glad that he won, he truly deserves to be heard.

    • @GregsWhiskyGuide
      @GregsWhiskyGuide Před 11 měsíci +4

      Same here

    • @annemccurry2125
      @annemccurry2125 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Oh my god

    • @slaybunny254
      @slaybunny254 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Me too😢

    • @Baz274Music
      @Baz274Music Před 11 měsíci +5

      haha ugly crying 😂. I haven't heard that expression before. Yeah I agree tho, his first song monster does hit you hard.

    • @DaveTan65
      @DaveTan65 Před 11 měsíci +3

      we should get together.

  • @TexyHampp
    @TexyHampp Před 11 měsíci +683

    The last time I cried was 1975 when my dad passed away. I am 65 now. I’ve conquered the monster. His singing made me cry in the inside.

    • @d_teex09x44
      @d_teex09x44 Před 11 měsíci +12

      He elicits so much emotion and purity in his music that it's hard not to keep the tears away ❤

    • @sitarastern2295
      @sitarastern2295 Před 11 měsíci +12

      Everybody who lost his father cried. Me too

    • @yosefasmare7931
      @yosefasmare7931 Před 11 měsíci +9

      My Dad is still alive, but the song and his voice makes me cry

    • @mikeellchuk3787
      @mikeellchuk3787 Před 11 měsíci +18

      Crying isn't a monster. Its okay to feel emotion as a man. Its nice to see this ideology dying with the boomers.

    • @MonsterGains96
      @MonsterGains96 Před 11 měsíci +4

      It’s okay to show emotions, love and passion are not weaknesses but strengths

  • @kevintse2870
    @kevintse2870 Před 8 měsíci +28

    I love how humble he was that he didn't think he would make it into the top 24.

  • @Bunker1982
    @Bunker1982 Před měsícem +2

    Bro, I told ya once but want to tell you again.. I lost my Dad two days before Christmas and buried him on his birthday. Love ya Brother ❤ Keep it up bro! I love everything about you bro. Hang in there bro. We all love ya!!! 💗

  • @pberar1984
    @pberar1984 Před 9 měsíci +273

    Everytime he performs he doesn't sing. He opens up his heart and soul and allows us to have a little peek at them. ❤

    • @eli3107
      @eli3107 Před 6 měsíci +6

      Yes! His voice take u places

    • @Bakanokotosuruna666
      @Bakanokotosuruna666 Před 6 měsíci +2

      Pretty much!

    • @vibez2806
      @vibez2806 Před 4 měsíci +1

      he is definitely going to be the next Israel Kamakawiwoʻole, they have a similar voice. its very calming

  • @josperericson3240
    @josperericson3240 Před 11 měsíci +419

    He not only relies on a good voice but has real sincerity and deep appreciation

  • @user-hg2wd6wy8r
    @user-hg2wd6wy8r Před 8 měsíci +33

    There will never be another American idol like iam he is a legend in his time no one can come close love him ❤

  • @DJ_SquallYT
    @DJ_SquallYT Před 8 měsíci +30

    After his performance on his home digs his confidence shifted. It was great to see the journey. Paying tribute to the local hawaiian music industry to the crowd, and witness the crowd blow up near the end was crazy

  • @voasary4831
    @voasary4831 Před 11 měsíci +543

    Dude, this guy is just a tears and chills machine, his voice is just like whisper, not too loud and not too low, make you feel better and comfortable, but he connects you to his feelings deep in the guts.

    • @amitlal4979
      @amitlal4979 Před 11 měsíci +4

      Yo deeep in the guts 😂

    • @KelsJay-jt3ni
      @KelsJay-jt3ni Před 11 měsíci +6

      This kids amazing

    • @nomusicnolife3447
      @nomusicnolife3447 Před 11 měsíci +8

      I could not find better words than yours to express what I feel listening to this talented young man. Greetings from Belgium ❤

    • @deniseperry6663
      @deniseperry6663 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Yes he soothes my tired soul..

  • @Kae_One
    @Kae_One Před 11 měsíci +450

    As a grown ass man this whole thing made me tear up... absolute legend 👌🍻

    • @JoshuaTovo
      @JoshuaTovo Před 11 měsíci +2

      Are you a grown ass man or bigger than he is?

    • @sodipetobby5
      @sodipetobby5 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Yea me too

  • @meghabhattacharya6358
    @meghabhattacharya6358 Před 12 dny +2

    Omg, this is the first time i have ever cried to a someone singing a song. The first song was such a wonderful and touching song, the way he sang it, no words to describe it. Totally earned Winner❤

  • @Chokology
    @Chokology Před 6 měsíci +11

    Why am i crying to his whole journey? Props to his song choices! Beyond amazing really.

  • @amadahycatori6198
    @amadahycatori6198 Před 11 měsíci +392

    Dad Rodney, you did a great job raising this kid! We are all proud of him. I'm sure you are too ❤

  • @flavigne5120
    @flavigne5120 Před 11 měsíci +365

    This season steps up from every other season since day one. Never cried so much, never enjoyed so much, this season has awaken in me feelings never thought I had. katie, Luke and Lionel are also standing up front of any other judges. I really lift my hat and bow to this edition, we needed this after the past 3 years of suffering , and the downfall of our political nonsense, where we need to fight for our democracy. God Bless You All.

    • @leroy_gankinz
      @leroy_gankinz Před 11 měsíci +4

      I'm not crying ur crying

    • @dabull1298
      @dabull1298 Před 11 měsíci +12

      Fantastic I'm Very Proud of This Young Man He deserves the Win..... Loving Hawaii 👈🏼🥰😂

    • @VampyNatural
      @VampyNatural Před 11 měsíci +1

      Wut

  • @chami685
    @chami685 Před 6 měsíci +12

    This guy is so gifted.bless him❤his voice connects with the world. Makes me emotional every time

  • @radek_riverside
    @radek_riverside Před 5 měsíci +11

    I could hear this guy on repeat al day long and i still be crying on some songs each time

  • @Rmflucas
    @Rmflucas Před 11 měsíci +386

    Ive lost my father about 12 years now. I can talk about it, look at photos, all without a problem, not a single tear drop, not because i didnt love my father, but because i fully understand the "circle", or at least i thought i understood... Until i saw this guy sing the 1st song for the audition... (As a portuguese, i dont see American Idol, so i randomly on my daily journey on youtube end in here) and i was not able to hold the tears... i did not cry for this matter, for years... Music as this power, i dont no...

    • @pinatisolo3780
      @pinatisolo3780 Před 11 měsíci +9

      well sais. Respect you you.

    • @Dukesmokey
      @Dukesmokey Před 11 měsíci +19

      It’s easy to not think about it but when you do. It hits hard

    • @evanperrone1919
      @evanperrone1919 Před 11 měsíci +17

      I lost my mother at 18, and I know it's not the same but just months after she passed my dad was diagnosed with Parkinson's, so although he is still with me 1 year after my mom passed I know I'm ultimately going to watch him fade away from me, and it just tears me apart.

    • @carolehankinson4969
      @carolehankinson4969 Před 11 měsíci +7

      Me too. ❤

    • @GustavontesOFC
      @GustavontesOFC Před 11 měsíci +3

      Entendi

  • @therecreationalguru7323
    @therecreationalguru7323 Před 11 měsíci +546

    I love how much personality he had. Little things like reading off the lyrics from the guitar, pointing at Lionel Richie when he played his song, chocking up when playing monsters with James blunt. He was never putting up a façade he was just him. His dad raised an amazing human being

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat Před 11 měsíci +15

      I recently saw an interview with Oliver where he admitted that taping the lyrics to the guitar was his idea. He said Iam was worried he’d get in trouble and reassured him he wouldn’t, the judges wouldn’t even care, and that they’d even like it. And Oliver was right… sort of. 😉

    • @russellhelms2835
      @russellhelms2835 Před 10 měsíci +4

      He is simply genuine…

    • @pattyvanoy1292
      @pattyvanoy1292 Před 10 měsíci

      Just wonderful!❤❤

    • @gatesurfer
      @gatesurfer Před 10 měsíci +6

      @@wxkat smart idea. Oliver has been a great pal to Iam. In this case, though, Oliver had a lot to lose if Iam messed up bad, and he knew the guitar problem was going to bother him. You do what you have to do. Turned into a very charming moment.

    • @wxkat
      @wxkat Před 10 měsíci +9

      @@gatesurfer and they’ve kept up that friendship well past the competition. This past weekend Iam headlined a concert at Turtle Bay on Oahu and invited Oliver to join him on stage for “Island Style,” the song they first bonded over on the show. It’s like they’ve come full circle.

  • @user-kg7wp9sm1d
    @user-kg7wp9sm1d Před 7 měsíci +8

    This young man has a gigantic heart full of love and it spills out when he makes music!

  • @CaioBevilacqua22
    @CaioBevilacqua22 Před 5 měsíci +7

    I just watched, and I can't explain the way that his voice and history drove me to my emotional side. He deserves all this love and recognition, we're still gonna hear so much of this awesome guy, God bless you, Iam Tongi ❤

  • @Generalwolfy24
    @Generalwolfy24 Před 11 měsíci +82

    i have never seen a contestant so damn likeable and so amazing at the same time.

  • @jasonoctober3288
    @jasonoctober3288 Před 11 měsíci +204

    Tongi is so brave, he is only 18 and he is singing in front of crowds. The most amazing thing about his performances are he sings with his eyes closed. It shows he is truly passionate about what he is performing and singing, it shows that he is here for the experience, to connect with the music. He is so likeable, the way he smiles it is so in the moment. He connects with his soul.

  • @nancyowens9076
    @nancyowens9076 Před 5 měsíci +13

    He is perfection 💗 Beautiful soul!❤ Fantastic singer❤

  • @JJ-li3lk
    @JJ-li3lk Před 6 měsíci +6

    Man I've got no tears left. Wishing this young man all the best for his future

  • @radiocity1
    @radiocity1 Před 10 měsíci +244

    This man is going to be one of the American Idol super stars. No vocal gymnastic, no runs, just plain singing and every word is understood. That is the mark of a great singer/story teller which Iam is.

  • @jayceechan6098
    @jayceechan6098 Před 10 měsíci +144

    No flashy gimmicks, just pure talent.

  • @robert615moore7
    @robert615moore7 Před měsícem +4

    This man has a voice of an angel.

  • @WayneDerk-sn9do
    @WayneDerk-sn9do Před 5 měsíci +8

    What a beautiful person. Absolutely 💯 Awesome. Love this guy.

  • @kellymahon6239
    @kellymahon6239 Před 11 měsíci +412

    His talent walks hand in hand with his humility 🥰 So wonderful to see a pure heart recognized and celebrated 💖

  • @RFL711
    @RFL711 Před 11 měsíci +162

    Im a grown man, waiting for the train, never heard of him but god damn I’m crying like never before.
    This guy just hits your soul.
    Monsters is like written for HIM!
    God bless his soul

  • @makelifematter1896
    @makelifematter1896 Před 6 měsíci +5

    The world needs more like you young man you Angel daddy is there next to you and always will be❤❤❤❤

  • @leeyongjie-dc3fw
    @leeyongjie-dc3fw Před 8 měsíci +6

    who cuts onions here..... u always make me remind of my dad... do your best bro..... love you dad......

  • @mlight7402
    @mlight7402 Před 11 měsíci +149

    I am glad Tongi listened to his mum and agreed to audition. We all needed to see him grieving and move through to express love... a blessing for all.

  • @lady7571
    @lady7571 Před 11 měsíci +79

    This is so healing to men worldwide. A father's presence is everything to a little boy he's proof he's dad did good may he rest proudly.

  • @bugsbunny9285
    @bugsbunny9285 Před 7 měsíci +6

    It’s been 8years and I can’t say I’ve healed from losing my Dad💔 I’ll be 26 this year and I still can’t listen to certain songs or watch videos like this without turning into that child again losing him all over again 💔💔💔😖

  • @eltamolle28
    @eltamolle28 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Just heard bout this guy from tiktok, i’m a fan right away from first song damn. This pure talent , soul , authenthic voice, great technique. Glad to hear that he is the winner, really deserve from first show

  • @ZTrader_
    @ZTrader_ Před 11 měsíci +254

    The best American Idol winner in my opinion. He is already my favorite singer. What a voice, what emotion and soul pour into his singing.

  • @bdubsmusclepakk
    @bdubsmusclepakk Před 9 měsíci +290

    Damn. I am a guy who does not cry at all. This guy had me crying after he started singing the first line. Wow

    • @iparzzz
      @iparzzz Před 6 měsíci +10

      Same bro like wtf.

    • @iparzzz
      @iparzzz Před 6 měsíci +9

      That audition song got me so bad, damn.

    • @drobins82
      @drobins82 Před 6 měsíci +6

      Same 🤝🏾

    • @rjtaglis6644
      @rjtaglis6644 Před 6 měsíci +8

      Agree this is my first time Crying only At IAM Tongi❤😢

    • @Jerbear67
      @Jerbear67 Před 5 měsíci +5

      I cry when dogs die ie old yeller and when Ian sings.

  • @denisecoley5380
    @denisecoley5380 Před 10 dny +1

    😢😢😢😢 I lost my Dad less than 2yrs ago. I miss him like crazy. This song has me crying

  • @thaddeusdoodnath545
    @thaddeusdoodnath545 Před 8 měsíci +6

    “Sound of silence” that part hits each time

  • @JenShea
    @JenShea Před 11 měsíci +149

    Clearly this young man can sing anything! So glad I found this. Oh, and well done American Idol. You finally got it right!

  • @Disturbed123
    @Disturbed123 Před 11 měsíci +80

    Quit telling the man to open his eyes. He's in his own world and touching souls across the world. Leave him sing!

    • @donnarowe8618
      @donnarowe8618 Před 11 měsíci +6

      I don't understand why it's even necessary to keep his eyes open. Supposedly it's to make a connection with the audience, but we understand why his eyes are closed. He's making the connection by closing his eyes, both with his dad and with us.
      As you said, let him sing!

    • @bethanyschnieder3482
      @bethanyschnieder3482 Před 11 měsíci +4

      Mhm! Absolutely, let the amazing man sing! 👏👏👏👏

  • @rafael1627
    @rafael1627 Před 6 měsíci +6

    I can feel something different in this guy. Brilliant. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @user-fw5bp1uc4d
    @user-fw5bp1uc4d Před měsícem +1

    I m from India and my English is not so good but this guy make me cry 😢I feel his pain on his voice congratulations brother ❤love you so much❤❤❤❤❤

  • @marloaltomare2774
    @marloaltomare2774 Před 11 měsíci +183

    This man deserves all he gets!!!! I’m glad he won!

    • @dabull1298
      @dabull1298 Před 11 měsíci +7

      Very Proud Well Deserving

  • @marloaltomare2774
    @marloaltomare2774 Před 11 měsíci +60

    Thank you American idol for bringing this Angel to our homes … a complete sweet love!

    • @loletta1235
      @loletta1235 Před 11 měsíci +5

      Yes indeed I so much agree with you❤

  • @Shortsac72
    @Shortsac72 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Break your heart and heal it within the same second.
    Incredible Man & Artist.
    Rodney is PROUD my boy!

  • @user-cw7jk6ww9f
    @user-cw7jk6ww9f Před 2 měsíci +2

    Big bro, with a big heart. He shared with us not only his vocals, but part of his soul. Thanks, now, then i needed it.❤

  • @christinamaldonado6598
    @christinamaldonado6598 Před 11 měsíci +132

    God bless you Iam!! Not only did you make your father proud you made the entire island of Hawaii and Ither islands like Samoa, Guam, etc..EXTREMELY PROUD!!!! We love you because you sing from your heart❤!!!!

  • @NicholasKlacsanzkyICM
    @NicholasKlacsanzkyICM Před 11 měsíci +108

    I lost my father at 18 years old, too. My father was my poetry teacher and hero. The hurt when someone like that leaves your world suddenly is absolutely devastating. It’s sometimes only through the arts that we can get through the grief and survive. Iam’s love for his father without a doubt shines through his voice and art.

  • @justicemabuza4062
    @justicemabuza4062 Před měsícem +2

    Im sorry but i have never crying when my father passed, but this song made me cry the way i want when i first had the news, and 😢i always wanted to make my father proud coz we was so close and i was his favourite son no wonder why i was so closed to him ❤❤❤.

  • @Terpenesteve
    @Terpenesteve Před 4 měsíci +4

    Iam's story is magical..his voice is beautiful, and he just knows how to melt you're Soul.
    Those weren't Auditions...they were full on Concert Perfomances. It's so awesome to have watched these when they aired, and have watched where he took this Win and where he will go from here.
    He has BIG things in store for him!
    Keep playing beautiful music Iam!
    Mahalo

  • @i_tearespect8190
    @i_tearespect8190 Před 11 měsíci +137

    Lionel said it best and exactly how it went. Iam Tongi definitely fractured a lot of hearts 💕
    And put them back into one perfect piece of hope in the good of this troubled world 🌎 ❤️

  • @frankcastillo5817
    @frankcastillo5817 Před 11 měsíci +191

    Shout out to all the good fathers out there. This man is a product of the importance of having a male role model in your life. Im sure if his father were to see him, he'd be overwhelmingly proud.

    • @thenewage9723
      @thenewage9723 Před 11 měsíci +9

      Yes fathers are vital and can make a huge difference

    • @franco2b145
      @franco2b145 Před 11 měsíci +4

      Key word.. GOOD. 😢

    • @andis60
      @andis60 Před 10 měsíci +1

      wish I could like your comment more than once. You are so right. I cried so hard on that first song, remembering my late father.

    • @frankcastillo5817
      @frankcastillo5817 Před 10 měsíci

      @@andis60 🫂

  • @Kayla1993ish
    @Kayla1993ish Před 6 měsíci +6

    I solute his will power. I would be in shambles if I had to sing about my father and he’s alive. I can’t imagine doing that if he passed away. I could listen to him for hours. This man deserves the world.

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    @top10talent  Před 6 měsíci +43

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  • @A.for.Avery97
    @A.for.Avery97 Před 11 měsíci +297

    If they make a Moana 2, this kid should record the whole soundtrack!! Well done my friend!

    • @sarahmiller7728
      @sarahmiller7728 Před 11 měsíci +9

      I was thinking the exact same thing

    • @Bleuxman
      @Bleuxman Před 11 měsíci +6

      Why Moana? Racist much.

    • @fighterx4133
      @fighterx4133 Před 11 měsíci

      ​@@Bleuxmanwhy on earth would a Polynesian singer be racist for singing for a Polynesian movie. It's authentic not racist you schmuck.

    • @Cryxzll
      @Cryxzll Před 11 měsíci +31

      @@Bleuxman Dawg Moana was like the first movie to represent some Polynesian culture, i'd be stoked if they made another

    • @NG.4769
      @NG.4769 Před 11 měsíci +9

      @@Bleuxmantf 💀 are you high chief

  • @collinzoch5160
    @collinzoch5160 Před 11 měsíci +61

    Cried more times during this video than I have all year so far. I would follow this man to the end of the earth

  • @mariahuyghue
    @mariahuyghue Před 8 hodinami

    How can an auction NOT make you cry and with such a delivery of a perfect depiction - I think we all forget how young he is too…

  • @kyleberg9760
    @kyleberg9760 Před 4 měsíci +1

    ive never felt so touched by any thing ever until I heard this young man sing and I havent stopped crying from hearing more of his story

  • @esthermorgernstern5627
    @esthermorgernstern5627 Před 11 měsíci +40

    I've spent 12 years in Hawaii. The Big Island. Now I live in Spokane. I miss Hawaii. This young man reminded me why I love Hawaii and Hawaiian people. I wish him happiness and love. Aloha.

  • @GrayMatterBBC
    @GrayMatterBBC Před 6 měsíci +2

    Let's go! Much support from the NW🙏🏻❤ We have alot of great artists here to help support him. Such a a great person and amazing voice👍🏻

  • @fitedd
    @fitedd Před 5 měsíci +9

    Iam somehow has the strongest yet the smoothest and gentlest voice I've ever heard, everytime he starts to sing i get that shiver down the spin. just out-of-this-world talent.

  • @MelbaGroover-re6so
    @MelbaGroover-re6so Před 11 měsíci +201

    I will definitely buy this guy's album. He is INCREDIBLE GOOSEBUMPS EVERY SONG HE SINGS!!!

    • @thanumba1stunna
      @thanumba1stunna Před 11 měsíci +1

      Definitely will grab his CD down at The Warehouse when it comes out 😂

    • @lisamcgee8535
      @lisamcgee8535 Před 11 měsíci +3

      @@thanumba1stunnawhat is a CD?

    • @lifelesslulol
      @lifelesslulol Před 11 měsíci +2

      @@lisamcgee8535 oh boy

    • @CallMeHunee
      @CallMeHunee Před 10 měsíci +1

      Lmaooo, I hope this person is playing. _what is a CD?!_ Jesus, my age is so showing. 🤣

    • @CallMeHunee
      @CallMeHunee Před 10 měsíci

      @@lifelesslulollmaoooo your comment just made me laugh even more. Wait until they find out about VHS tapes 🤣🤣🤣

  • @TooTallDesk
    @TooTallDesk Před 11 měsíci +66

    His emotional depth and vulnerability touch me as much as his voice. Amazing man.

  • @jellybeanjords
    @jellybeanjords Před 7 měsíci +4

    Such a pure soul and it comes through in every performance

  • @cowboysnation6053
    @cowboysnation6053 Před 11 měsíci +75

    Having Your Dad Buy You A Guitar,One Thing.
    Singing All The Songs,And Making Every Song Yours,Is Another Thing.
    Every Song You Sang,It Brought Tears To My Eyes.Knowing Your Dad Is Looking Down With Tears & Big Smiles On His Face.
    You Are The Real Deal Son.Iam” I Am So Proud You Won Season 21-“THIS ONE IS TRULY FOR RODNEY”💙🙏🏽👏🏽

    • @auraterry3548
      @auraterry3548 Před 11 měsíci +1

      👏👏👏❣

    • @panarellirita4246
      @panarellirita4246 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Esatto, riesce ad interpretare ogni canzone col suo talento. Lo avevo visto dal primo ingresso con la prima canzone. Un personaggio che si distingue anche se mi ricorda tanto Israel Iz.