Here it is 2023, and I still come back to this video over and over again throughout the years. One of the best vids on CZcams. I hope Ross is doing well 😀
@@careykgreen That's what Sting does so well. If he wants it to sound sad, then he'll reduce you to a liquid. But he might just as easily get you bopping to his woes.
This video definitely is the reason why this song is now a far far larger part of my life playlist. One pass, and Ross fully and absolutely nailed it!! What a magically golden moment facilitated by Sting. The unity shows brightly on all the joyful faces. Reminds me why I totally enjoy playing guitar. And only 420K views thus far, this is truly a hidden gem. Many many thanks Ross!!
Every once in awhile when I’m feeling stressed or down I watch this. Ross wrote back to me about his experience here... and that made it even better. maybe a fellow Canadian thing.
We went to the Sting concert in phoenix last night and just seen this video today.. we’ve watched it 10 time and ya when Sting gives Ross the stare down on that long note is money❤️❤️ way to go Ross from a fellow Canuck…..💪🏼🏒🍺
Wow, this guy is incredible, not only he can sing but he's quite a character and a stand-up comedian, doesn't seem a bit intimidated by Sting or being in front of a huge crowd on a stage.....way to go Ross!!!
This video definitely is the reason why this song is now a far far larger part of my life playlist. One pass, and Ross fully and absolutely nailed it!! What a magically golden moment facilitated by Sting. The unity shows brightly on all the joyful faces. Reminds me why I totally enjoy playing guitar. And only 420K views thus far, this is truly a hidden gem. Many many thanks Ross!
Great video! My wife Maria went to school with Ross and we love watching this song. Such joy from a guy so lucky to be on stage with an idol. You handled yourself so well Ross. A memory forever.
It's been a couple of years now...but I never tire of seeing Ross rise to the occasion! Especially when he harmonizes with Sting during the key transition when they both slide gently from A to G during the word, "Connected..." Brilliant! Again, Well done Ross!
This song got me through a tough time in my life I heard it a few months after my ex wife left me for someone else and we had 2 kids together the kids was still babies at that time I listened to this song probably about 50 times over and over it really hits home when you care about your kids and I wasn't going to be a Sunday father' I was going to be a father everyday to my kids and I did went to court for 2 years before I got full custody of them money well spent at that time I still listened to this song about everyday on u tube and it takes me back to that time in my life.
I have to watch this about once a month. I believe Ross impressed the hell of of Sting...don't think he was expecting a guy who could sing about as well as he could. Great job, Mr. Viner!
I love this video... there is so much positive interact action between Sting & Ross, Love when Sting realizes Ross can sing and starts to freestyle. Love when the audience claps more for Ross than Sting.... what a fun time. Ross is my hero
Ross, you seem to young and happy to actually catch the sensibility of these lyrics. But God it's nice to see such youthful exuberence in step with a song that makes me cry! AWESOME!
@@NoName-np8ko First of all it's not crappy. It was a very successful popular sitcom. I get some people have opinions, but no need to comment your opinion on a random comment that is just stating the fact how it was a show reference.
First time I've seen this clip. Sting just moved a notch up in my book. I met him at the Memphis airport back in '97. Just walking through the airport bigger than life, no sunglasses, no hat ...just Sting being Sting.
I return to this video from time to time to rewatch it and it ALWAYS brings a smile to my face! (Especially at 6:04 when Sting recognizes you really CAN sing and hold your own.) Such a wonderful experience to be called on that stage to sing with the master.) You nailed it Ross V.!!
@@rossydv Ross, I had a chance to meet Sting in NYC about 10 years ago when he was signing things to promote his album of winter songs. I was next in line and I think in retrospect he was reaching out to take whatever was in my hand to sign but I thought he was reaching out to shake hands, which we did. We wished each other a merry Christmas. And now I always refer to Sting as one of my closest, personal best friends. :)
congrats Ross !! You did it great! Funny and good! are you going to attend sting's concert in his new tour . I would have liked to be in your place singing with Sting . How did you feel at being so near Sting ? I would like to know what you feel and how you felt. Did he finally sign your banner?
Carmen Silvana thanks Carme! yes, I was (still am) pretty happy. as for the tour, not this time. maybe later on. thanks for posting and SPREAD THE JOY!!
this is a very moving tune that sting put togather. it's sad and happy at the same time.we all go trough this in one way or another in life.like he's turning a negative into a posative.thanks for posting this tune.
This is fricking awesome and Sting was a "complete gentleman" throughout (Rossdude, Iam so damn jealous that you got to sing with my favorite male artist of all time!) from Mikey (Special thanks to policegal for getting this up on Tube)
After 13 years on Tube, I'm still jealous of Ross Viner cause I've got 23 years of singing under my belt since 1996...Wish I'd be able to sing with Sting before he officially retires!
Hey Ross, I only discovered this video last year. I watch this every couple of months. Your my hero, you looked like you had so much fun... Sting's face is priceless when he realizes you can sing. Follow your dreams... Brian
Ross, it is quite evident that Sting was, well, non-plussed. I think he was impressed with your singing. And at the end, when you really cut loose on the final bit, and hit some higher notes... man, it was great. And when you look at Sting and see him enjoying himself and lettin' you take the show... what a hell of a nice guy he is. You're a star too, in your own way.
@rossv69 That look from Sting at about 6:50 is one for a lifetime. You had just gone from being an audience participation act to a co-performer with him, and he was going with it and having as much fun as you were. Awesome job -- I can't stop smiling whenever I watch this!
Well, this is the shit. Imagine getting to sing in front of 10,000+ and you don't make yourself an ass. Sting thinks he can sing and takes a harmony part. This would throw many off. He stays right where he is supposed to be. What he does here is not luck. Ross can sing. I envy him.
I remember calling Ross up and inviting him to go to the concert with me. Ross said he was at the Seattle concert a couple days before but being a huge Sting fan, he would love to go again! What a surprise when Ross was called up by Sting. The energy was amazing and the memory is ever lasting!! Hey Ross, you did all the work, but I'm going to take just a little credit for getting us there! -Kevin D
I've been divorced now for 2 1/2 years... the sadness of this song hits home for me... but Ross Viner and Sting are so fun to watch it balances out the pain. :-)
Always have loved Sting and the Police since 1979, I was on an LDS church mission to Scotland in 79 and the kids would say " Youzze look like Sting !" I didn't know who he was for a bit, I don't think k I do so much, but it was good times.. But I do really Appreciate all the music of his, this was fun to see him interact, sadly I too am devorced didn't find this song til after it but it did and does give me some solice, so I thank you Sting..
Ross, Congratulations! a) To getting (or creating for yourself) the opportunity to perform with Sting, and b) to singing so well - and c) apparently enjoying yourself so much! I'm happy for you! T
I practiced the song like crazy the day before.
Thanks a bunch for the kind words!
you stole the show
Don't sell yourself short, you were great 👌💕🎤🤗
@@drnellybuckman195 well ain’t you wonderful. Thank you!! 🙏🤗
Ross, you deserve all the kind and best words in the world. It was wonderful, l to replay it is also very funny, how Sting reacted 💕👋😅
Oi ! ! ! You better be good 😜 ! ! ! You showed him 💕👋
Here it is 2023, and I still come back to this video over and over again throughout the years. One of the best vids on CZcams. I hope Ross is doing well 😀
Shucks, thanks for doing so! I’m thrilled it brings you joy.
Haven't watched this video in years and brought back the smiles again, so cool, well done. @@rossydv
@@adamtyson1257 as does your comment! Thank you!
6:00 That moment when Sting turns and sees Ross totally filling his boots on that long note is a sliver of priceless joy.
I love it when Sting realizes this guy can sing.... great interaction between these two
Yes, Sting realises he can trust Ross to get it right, and things get even more fun.
Sting's banter with the guy is great. He's like a more chill version of Gordon Ramsay.
Me or Sting?!! ;)
Thanks for watching. SPREAD THE JOY!!!
Never get tired of watching this over and over. Makes me smile for hours...
Thanks very much. So glad u enjoy it.
It's a fun story of a kind of sad song
@@careykgreen That's what Sting does so well. If he wants it to sound sad, then he'll reduce you to a liquid. But he might just as easily get you bopping to his woes.
@@steelyman08spot on. The Toby Keith version always broke my heart. 💔
I smile through my tears.
This video definitely is the reason why this song is now a far far larger part of my life playlist. One pass, and Ross fully and absolutely nailed it!! What a magically golden moment facilitated by Sting. The unity shows brightly on all the joyful faces. Reminds me why I totally enjoy playing guitar. And only 420K views thus far, this is truly a hidden gem. Many many thanks Ross!!
Thank you for the beautiful sentiment!
Best wishes to you!
immortal moment for this guy
Every once in awhile when I’m feeling stressed or down I watch this. Ross wrote back to me about his experience here... and that made it even better.
maybe a fellow Canadian thing.
We went to the Sting concert in phoenix last night and just seen this video today.. we’ve watched it 10 time and ya when Sting gives Ross the stare down on that long note is money❤️❤️ way to go Ross from a fellow Canuck…..💪🏼🏒🍺
Great job Ross!! You kept right up there with Sting!! Love the song!!
Wow, this guy is incredible, not only he can sing but he's quite a character and a stand-up comedian, doesn't seem a bit intimidated by Sting or being in front of a huge crowd on a stage.....way to go Ross!!!
Caught me on an off day🤣
@@rossydvthis is so awesome! You were terrific! I always loved this song. And Sting was always a bit of a perv to me. 😂
1 year after the pandemic... I still watch this video. Ross your my hero
Ross is the very definition of “stud!”
are you still home isolated? Poor baby, come out! It's all over
Ross,
I revisit this video several times each year. It always brings extreme smiles and tears to my eyes. Keep on rockin'!
Frank
Awesome to hear Frank! Glad you enjoy it and thanks for the thoughtful words!
Happy Holidays!
I shared it on Facebook and it moves others as it does me.
frabjousfrank Love to hear it! SPREAD THE JOY! :)
And happy New Year to you and yours!
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Hey Frank, I'm the same.
And Ross, you lucky bugger, you lived the dream. Cheers
Ross YOU ROCKED!!!!!!! you co-starred perfectly!!!! you were great!!!
I've watched this 25 times in the last year, makes me laugh and smile each time; great stuff.
That’s music to my ears! Pun intended!! Thanks for commenting!
this vid is still fun after all these years. I love it. Lucky Ross.
Because of Ross; this is my favorite Sting song. And I love the Sting catalog. Give the man a movie. I swear he's an icon!
Awe, thanks Maurice! Me too!😂
This video definitely is the reason why this song is now a far far larger part of my life playlist. One pass, and Ross fully and absolutely nailed it!! What a magically golden moment facilitated by Sting. The unity shows brightly on all the joyful faces. Reminds me why I totally enjoy playing guitar. And only 420K views thus far, this is truly a hidden gem. Many many thanks Ross!
Words cannot describe that moment. THanks!
Love to have Ross's autograph
Great job Ross… you’re awesome Sting!
Excellent job, Ross🎤🎶
Thank you!
Wow! I am speechless! Ross and Sting Rock!
Well shucks! Thank you!
Great video! My wife Maria went to school with Ross and we love watching this song. Such joy from a guy so lucky to be on stage with an idol. You handled yourself so well Ross. A memory forever.
Wallin? Yay! I think of Maria often. How is she, you and your boy? Mattias is it?
It's been a couple of years now...but I never tire of seeing Ross rise to the occasion! Especially when he harmonizes with Sting during the key transition when they both slide gently from A to G during the word, "Connected..." Brilliant! Again, Well done Ross!
Such nice words. Thanks Dave! Best to you!
@@rossydv back at you Ross! If I ever get the chance to share a beer with you in Canada...I'll enjoy it big time. Best, Dave.
last comment... in the time of this pandemic people need humor & hope... your video gives that.
AWE! Thanks pal!!
This song got me through a tough time in my life I heard it a few months after my ex wife left me for someone else and we had 2 kids together the kids was still babies at that time I listened to this song probably about 50 times over and over it really hits home when you care about your kids and I wasn't going to be a Sunday father' I was going to be a father everyday to my kids and I did went to court for 2 years before I got full custody of them money well spent at that time I still listened to this song about everyday on u tube and it takes me back to that time in my life.
This still makes me smile in 2024! ❤
Yay!!!!🎉
I have to watch this about once a month. I believe Ross impressed the hell of of Sting...don't think he was expecting a guy who could sing about as well as he could. Great job, Mr. Viner!
Fantastic! Ross you rock and Sting, what a great guy...love it!!!!!!!!
Oh Gott, 16 Jahre ...ich sterbe
having a bad day so i logged in to watch again. still brings a smile to my face
I love this video... there is so much positive interact action between Sting & Ross, Love when Sting realizes Ross can sing and starts to freestyle. Love when the audience claps more for Ross than Sting.... what a fun time. Ross is my hero
LOL. Ain't so bad yourself, mister!
Whenever I feel sad, I return to watch this video and it makes me smile. You ROCK, Ross!! :)
+Bigarnj1 That makes me happy Bigarnj1! Thanks!
I rewatched this pure moment of joy and excitement. Well done ROSS, you definetely killed it, and impressing Sting is not easy! ;)
awe, thank you!
Man, what a lucky guy!! That's so incredible. I'm so jealous. Lol.
ross... saw this on tv years ago, and just remembered it and did the search. good fun to watch again. how fantastic that must've been.
Ross - Happy Birthday... you look & sound great! Clearly an experience of a lifetime.
I still watch this in 2024... Ross your still my hero
Takes one to know one!🤗
@@rossydv hanks but I never sang with Sting
Ross, you seem to young and happy to actually catch the sensibility of these lyrics. But God it's nice to see such youthful exuberence in step with a song that makes me cry! AWESOME!
Ross, three years into the pandemic... your still my hero.
Back to visit Ross with my 93 year old mama! He rules!!
Hi Again Mama & Maurice!!😂✌🏼
Russ! I'm drunk a third time this week. I probably need to go to Tripple A. You bring the joy to my 93 year old mama and me.
Wahoo! Glad to hear! Pass along warm regards to your Mama from me!! Hi Mama!!✌🏼
Ross can!!! :D
Friends fans will understand. :)
please don't ruin decent music with references to crappy TV shows.
Ross can give me the tickets!
@@NoName-np8ko First of all it's not crappy. It was a very successful popular sitcom. I get some people have opinions, but no need to comment your opinion on a random comment that is just stating the fact how it was a show reference.
@@a_badspellr4824 YESS
First time I've seen this clip. Sting just moved a notch up in my book. I met him at the Memphis airport back in '97. Just walking through the airport bigger than life, no sunglasses, no hat ...just Sting being Sting.
He's a good guy. I love being able to say that about him.
Made my day Ross... Great Job !!!!!
and you saying that just made mine. Thank you! :)
I return to this video from time to time to rewatch it and it ALWAYS brings a smile to my face! (Especially at 6:04 when Sting recognizes you really CAN sing and hold your own.) Such a wonderful experience to be called on that stage to sing with the master.) You nailed it Ross V.!!
Awe, thank you so much! Made my day! Week! MONTH!!✌🏼
Long time ago I saw this video...He couldn't get someone better than him. Great performance!
you're too kind greenyKIZ. Thank you!
Happy New Year!!
rossv69 You were simply great! Greetings from Italy!
+rossv69 Great job Ross. I had to watch it twice. it's my favorite sting song and you just ELEVATED it for me. :-)
+Carl sobe You're too kind! Thanks Carl!
+gengiskhan961 Greetings back!
I watch this a handful of times a year... just special the relationship between Sting and this guy.
Sting seems to genuinely enjoy himself here. So cool to see a rock God act like a regular Joe.
I never get tired of this video. Makes me smile every time. Just perfect, the both of them.
Awe, thank you Bill! You're kind for saying so!!
@@rossydv Ross, I had a chance to meet Sting in NYC about 10 years ago when he was signing things to promote his album of winter songs. I was next in line and I think in retrospect he was reaching out to take whatever was in my hand to sign but I thought he was reaching out to shake hands, which we did. We wished each other a merry Christmas. And now I always refer to Sting as one of my closest, personal best friends. :)
I love Sting even more, after watching it. Thanks for the video!
I've a playlist for when l am in a bad mood. This is one of those vids. thank Ross
my pleasure! Thank you!
congrats Ross !! You did it great! Funny and good! are you going to attend sting's concert in his new tour . I would have liked to be in your place singing with Sting . How did you feel at being so near Sting ? I would like to know what you feel and how you felt. Did he finally sign your banner?
it seem by your face that you hd a great time !! you were really HAPPY
Carmen Silvana thanks Carme! yes, I was (still am) pretty happy.
as for the tour, not this time. maybe later on.
thanks for posting and SPREAD THE JOY!!
your welcome Ross .kisses from Argentina . You really did it well , Ross
this is a very moving tune that sting put togather. it's sad and happy at the same time.we all go trough this in one way or another in life.like he's turning a negative into a posative.thanks for posting this tune.
Lol... "Come on Sting!" ... dude was thinking "Thank god I thought of that one while I was still up here..."
Great mens. I have to smile every time I watch this 👍👍
me too :) Thanks for watching!
This is fricking awesome and Sting was a "complete gentleman" throughout (Rossdude, Iam so damn jealous that you got to sing with my favorite male artist of all time!) from Mikey (Special thanks to policegal for getting this up on Tube)
Sting you are such a gentleman!
He was that night!!🎶🎼🎵🎤
no matter how bad a day this is one of my favorite videos to make me smile
As do your comments make me smile! Thanks Brian!!
After 13 years on Tube, I'm still jealous of Ross Viner cause I've got 23 years of singing under my belt since 1996...Wish I'd be able to sing with Sting before he officially retires!
Good luck. Fingers crossed for you!!
I ended a great relationship 4 days ago and I sooo needed this. Love the song and LOVE Sting
Speedy relationship recovery Sheila, and thanks for commenting on our impromptu duet.
i can feel his happiness and joy! makes me happy too!
Wahoo! Me too 😂
one of the best videos i EVER saw in my life.
and one of the best comments I've read in my life!! Thank you!
@@rossydv it is just so uplifting and real.
besides that, the song conveys a special feeling for me. i think it is one of Sting’s best songs he wrote.
Great job Ross!!!!
Hey Ross, I only discovered this video last year. I watch this every couple of months. Your my hero, you looked like you had so much fun... Sting's face is priceless when he realizes you can sing. Follow your dreams... Brian
Awe Brian, thanks pal. You're a gem here and in person!!
Ross You we're absolutely fantastic!
A Singing Duet with "Sting", one of the greatest of all times must have been life-changing!!!
Fantastic! Ross is amazing and Sting so Cool and modest! If we could all treat each other that way.
Spectacle incroyable! Le meilleur chancon pour un Oncle a rire, ou pleurer. Great spectacle. A great song for an Uncle to laugh at-I dare say- or cry.
I can relate. When I divorced I was the weekend parent. ........... it’s a hard journey.
ross---im from mexico..i have seen 3 times to sting but reach a miracle...great
Ross, it is quite evident that Sting was, well, non-plussed. I think he was impressed with your singing. And at the end, when you really cut loose on the final bit, and hit some higher notes... man, it was great. And when you look at Sting and see him enjoying himself and lettin' you take the show... what a hell of a nice guy he is. You're a star too, in your own way.
Whenever I'm having a bad day...I come back to this happy video....Thanks Ross!!!
Awe, that make my day!! Thank you Janine!
@rossv69 That look from Sting at about 6:50 is one for a lifetime. You had just gone from being an audience participation act to a co-performer with him, and he was going with it and having as much fun as you were. Awesome job -- I can't stop smiling whenever I watch this!
"The nod" at 6:45 is one of the greatest stage moments ever
I also liked 6:03 when Ross took the descending line with the chords and Sting approved!
could watch this over and over....and have many times
awe, thanks for watching.
so humble.. so normal.. joy! pure joy. i wish i could se more or this moments! Congrats from romania.:)
I love it when the little guy gets his 15 minutes of Fame and out shines Sting.... Bravo Ross
Well done Ross and good on you Sting for letting fans come on stage for a song
Going through a divorce right this night...First thing that came to mind is this wonderful song. All will okay.
+Lisa Golden I'm sure it will Lisa. Best wishes!
Russ is awesome! " come on Sting!" 🤣
Ross...whenever I'm having a bad day....this makes it better!!!
Well, this is the shit. Imagine getting to sing in front of 10,000+ and you don't make yourself an ass. Sting thinks he can sing and takes a harmony part. This would throw many off. He stays right where he is supposed to be. What he does here is not luck. Ross can sing. I envy him.
Well thank you Mr. Lane!!
Your adrenaline must have been soaring!
Great job! I think we all wish we could join Sting on stage for a tune or maybe a whole set.
I remember calling Ross up and inviting him to go to the concert with me. Ross said he was at the Seattle concert a couple days before but being a huge Sting fan, he would love to go again! What a surprise when Ross was called up by Sting. The energy was amazing and the memory is ever lasting!! Hey Ross, you did all the work, but I'm going to take just a little credit for getting us there! -Kevin D
Thanks ol' pal!
I'm so happy I can't stop crying!! This is too beautiful! What a lucky man, you can see he's really a fan. A dream come true!
yup! I am. Glad you liked it! :) Thanks for posting.
Almost thanksgiving 2022 n I'm watching this again on repeat. You two together= magic. It's memorizing actually. Happy Thanksgiving Ross, Ross Viner🙏😁
Why thank you! Sorry for the late response!🤗
I've been divorced now for 2 1/2 years... the sadness of this song hits home for me... but Ross Viner and Sting are so fun to watch it balances out the pain. :-)
Awe, I'm sorry to hear about your pain, but thank you for the kind words and I'm glad our duet helps a little.
Best wishes!
One of my favorite videos of all time!! Can't help but smile the whole time. :)
Just got to love 6:00. Golden moment he'll never forget.
You are correct. I'll never forget :)
@@rossydv You handled it well, Ross. "I'm so happy" for you. :)
Always have loved Sting and the Police since 1979, I was on an LDS church mission to Scotland in 79 and the kids would say " Youzze look like Sting !" I didn't know who he was for a bit, I don't think k I do so much, but it was good times.. But I do really Appreciate all the music of his, this was fun to see him interact, sadly I too am devorced didn't find this song til after it but it did and does give me some solice, so I thank you Sting..
Sorry about your divorce but glad the song brings you some solace. Best wishes.
very kool....saw sting opening for the dead in the 90's....surprised he was that good.....congrats to ross....great job!!!
this is adorable
Thanks Mister! Glad you enjoyed it.
Ross what a performance! Very much in tune, congratulations from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
+fabreciano Thanks fabreciano!
I still watch this video in 2023... Ross, your still my hero
Atta boy!!😂
This is my favorite Sting and Toby Keith song. You were just great.
Fantastic Ross greetings from Dublins Beaumount Hospital Paul Power
PAUL!!!! Lovely to hear from you!!!!!!! sending warmth and 💪 from the west coast of Canada!
Cool Ross, and God, Sting is HOT!!!
Still such fun to (re)watch this. Sting's always saying that he likes surprise in music. He was definitely surprised by this performance!!
Orr that is a classic..! You did great job.. what an experience..
I watched this video so many times. Great job, Ross !
Ross,
Congratulations! a) To getting (or creating for yourself) the opportunity to perform with Sting, and b) to singing so well - and c) apparently enjoying yourself so much! I'm happy for you!
T
i saw this back in the late 90's on vh1... fun to see it again
How FUN! This has got to be my FAVORITE youtube video...way to go Ross!
Fabulous!! Well done Ross! Thanks Sting :D