How appropriate that I stumbled across this clip while surfing CZcams. Leonard Cohen, Canadian poet, and the songwriter who composed this tune recently passed. R.I.P.
And a million people have watched this potato footage in the last 28 days. There are so many serious problems in the world that require our attention, but people are watching this instead.
Yea, I occasionally get distracted by entertainment, but I'm usually on here looking for the truth since the mainstream media is all propaganda. I'm usually on channels like HighImpactFlix, Mark Dice, David Seaman, and StevenCrowder to learn what's really going on. You should check them out.
Excellent...But no one comes close to Josh Krajcik. I miss him. Where is he? He is and always will be a star in my mind. I have to listen to him sing anything, but Hallelujah is my go to song when I want to hear beauty in a song.
I listened until he went out of tune, which was on the third line. Are the judges on these shows incapable of discerning pitch? He didn't nail the song, he stabbed it to death.
My gym coach helps my schools choir sometimes with practice. One time we went in the choir room instead of working out and we got to hear her sing and we got to hear her friend play the piano. She sang this song that day and it made me get goose bumps. Every student that was huddled in that room started crying because she did so amazing.
This performance blew mw away, this interpretation is when I fell in love with this song . Soft when it needs it, strong and emotional when it needs it.
The original is my favorite, cause it was his story and you cant help but get, or feel every nuance. Covers can be great or better, but this is not that kind of song.
I agree. Krajcik's performance was unforgettable - one of the RARE times I felt like the artist meant every word - like his very soul was crying to get out -- Josh was incredible .. this was .. okay
Honestly, I dont think anyone can sing this song poorly. Even the worst singer you know (if they know it) will friggin amaze you when singing this song. This song transcends and combines us all as human beings at the same time.
This needs to be sung like your heart is being ripped out through your tailbone. That much feeling. Loss, and mourning, and desperation. I don't think he quite made it. Nice voice, but not quite.
I wonder why he never made it? This was great for the first verse, when it was just Lee and the guitar, I think the big production spoiled it a little though.
He recorded "Blackbird Song" which was used in an episode of The Walking Dead. I heard it there first then downloaded it. After he won IDOL he quit music shortly after. He was encouraged to come back which he is doing slowly. Such a great voice.
Yeah... I mean, you're singing about a "broken Hallelujah" but giving a not remotely broken Hallelujah... That's the thing that more people tend to mess up.
Julian Birch I think that the first verse was perfect , until the girls walked in and the band started up and turned it into something that it shouldn't be. I feel that the show, especially Simon , probably pushed him into"blowing it out of the water" , and so in the end it sounds like he's trying to compete with the orchestra instead of setting the pace and having them join him.
This is one of my very favorite songs, of all time and I have heard everything from bad singers to those who know how to sing this song with so much emotion, that I end up crying. Lee DeWyze sings this song nicely, because he has a beautiful voice and Simon picking it out for Lee, was, in my opinion, an awesome choice. I have heard many people sing this gorgeous song and many of those people ruined it for me. I guess it is one of those songs that has to be sung in certain ways, or it will be ruined, unfortunately. Thank you for posting this video. It was pretty to my ears! =)
Lets see you compete against 250,000 people...deal with the lame assholes...that have no life ripping on you. Lee Dewyze won AI....while Melt M.....served burgers at MaDees
i was fortunate enough to meet leonard cohen back in 2011. in all fairness, i was living 3 blocks south from him in montreal. he was eating what looked like chop suey, sitting on the steps of his front porch, wearing a housecoat & slippers. he was extremely nice & quite funny as well. when he died last year, i left one of my fedoras on his stoop & lit a candle for him. great man, great artist. i'm positive that he would've adored this performance.
Ok so lemme make this clear: both you and Kathleen are wrong. You know why? Cause you both are using your opinion as fundamental truth. There is neither proof for nor against the existence of God, so the only wise thing to do is not take a side. That clear it up enough for you?
Honestly, I've heard different versions of this and some touched me, others didn't. He has a really good voice but it didn't touch me at all and by that I mean, I didn't FEEL the song. It didn't move me. So I don't think it's really that great.
This is his moment? It was one of the most lackluster, unoriginal versions of Hallelujah. The judges have got to be kidding. I don't know which season this is, but if he won I can't image whom he was competing against.
I agree. Matthew Schuler sang this song, imo, like a BOSS! (from The Voice) The only song I have paid for to have on me/my cell, at all times. He owns kills it...check him out! You won't regret it. Merry Christmas y'all, Love & Light~
This is a hard song. I wouldn't be so quick to judge--no pun intended. Each performer interprets a song in their own style. To get up in front the judges--and America--has to be nerve wracking. Wish I had a fraction of this young man's the talent and the nerve to even try that one time.
i feel like he sang it emotionless. what i was getting at is some people try singing it laud and heroically, i think the song is about recovering somewhat of your broken identity, the sad inner of a person cracking under the surface and crying out for help after falling into the same traps. maybe drugs or unrequited love. lousing faith but still calling out because no one else hears. i could be wrong, i could be sounding stupid but still i felt he didn't think about the words as much as sounding great for the judges. i don't think anyone knows the real meaning but there is feeling to the words and maybe he touched on allot of flaws in society or people . ill always love the original though
I'm always disappointed when these shows destroy songs in an attempt to make them "original", or "edgy". This is a fantastic song, and the singer has absolutely no idea what it means or how to convey the emotion of it's meaning. I'm sure he's talented, but this version of this song is way, way off the mark.
Baranduyn NoIdea I think that was Simon Cowel , he looked very pleased with himself at the end , if you listen to just the first verse it was quite good but then the marching girls and the bloated orchestra forced him to scream above the ridiculous racket , just to be heard . I think that he's a good singer , he just needs to work with people more sensitive to his own style and personality and not just interested in turning everything into Top 40 hits. This industrialized crap is what's ruining the music scene and destroying a lot of excellent musicians.
How appropriate that I stumbled across this clip while surfing CZcams. Leonard Cohen, Canadian poet, and the songwriter who composed this tune recently passed. R.I.P.
im glad this is in collecovision. i hate high quality.
you're funny. i like you
HAHAHAHA!
agreed... makes me grumpy in my old age to just think about how handsome this young man must be in HD
Your comment was so funny I had to look it up! Donkey Kong was ace back in the day.. '82 was a good year.
ecoots Aww I looked at the title and I'm like,"yes!!". Then it was the other hallelujah... I was hoping for hallelujah from panic at the disco ^w^'
Amazing rendition! This song just makes everyone emotional and you can feel the Spirit rising around you! Incredible.
I love the rasp he has, I love this song too. he can sing it to me any day any time.
Dee, You would love Rod Stewart!
Rod Stewart is one of my favorite of all times.
Shame on you...don't compare this twat to a mild talent like The Rod.
Simon game record
Dee Jones I like the song but I just think the rasp in his voice made it sound bad...
Bring God back into America, Let's make America GREAT again!
John Mckimmt that's what Trumps here for
Stop or I'll correct your grammar.
John Mckimmt Thank you I agree.
Ri An saaaaame but girls get sexually abused too. Js I know what you meant though and I fully agree
your god is the problem ....
This was filmed using a potato.
...and the potatoe's name is gphx
And a million people have watched this potato footage in the last 28 days. There are so many serious problems in the world that require our attention, but people are watching this instead.
Lmao!
which would include you too Kariegoz. ;-)
Yea, I occasionally get distracted by entertainment, but I'm usually on here looking for the truth since the mainstream media is all propaganda. I'm usually on channels like HighImpactFlix, Mark Dice, David Seaman, and StevenCrowder to learn what's really going on. You should check them out.
Beautiful - he added so much to this song, but did not go unnecessarily overboard.
Excellent...But no one comes close to Josh Krajcik. I miss him. Where is he? He is and always will be a star in my mind. I have to listen to him sing anything, but Hallelujah is my go to song when I want to hear beauty in a song.
EmeraldCity listen to Jon Bon Jovi sing it chills!!
i will. listen to k.d. lang sing it...
hallelujah
Jeff Glutt is better! listen to him sing it
Jeff Gutt
INCREDIBLE..one of my very favorite songs ever.
Jeff Gutt will always have the best cover of this song in my books.
TheSpreago I agree with you! love Jeff Gutt version
his unique voice and style OWNED this song
I listened until he went out of tune, which was on the third line. Are the judges on these shows incapable of discerning pitch?
He didn't nail the song, he stabbed it to death.
Wizard Suth damn and I'm guessing u sing better lol
Jasjit Uppal Yes, actually, I can keep a tune.
Wizard Suth sometimes a good rendition isn't about holding notes and being professional. Believe it or not, passion touches hearts.
Wizard Suth this isn't my favorite rendition either, but, I could see why it would be someone's
It's not but what I'm trying to say is the same thing it may not be to your taste but it may be for someone else
God bless this young man.That was veautiful.Merry Christmas to. all
You people are crazy... that was freaking beautiful!
My gym coach helps my schools choir sometimes with practice. One time we went in the choir room instead of working out and we got to hear her sing and we got to hear her friend play the piano. She sang this song that day and it made me get goose bumps. Every student that was huddled in that room started crying because she did so amazing.
This performance blew mw away, this interpretation is when I fell in love with this song . Soft when it needs it, strong and emotional when it needs it.
my favorite version of this song was sung by Carly Rose Sonenclar a former contestant on this show.
she was in X factor
This was nothing. Josh Krajcik. Intensity, emotion and power. Nothing like it
Who???
Well this is CZcams go listen.
Best version IMO is the Espen Lind, Askil Holm, Alejandro Fuentes, Kurt Nilsen group one. Especially Kurt.
The original is my favorite, cause it was his story and you cant help but get, or feel every nuance. Covers can be great or better, but this is not that kind of song.
I agree. Krajcik's performance was unforgettable - one of the RARE times I felt like the artist meant every word - like his very soul was crying to get out -- Josh was incredible .. this was .. okay
Honestly, I dont think anyone can sing this song poorly. Even the worst singer you know (if they know it) will friggin amaze you when singing this song. This song transcends and combines us all as human beings at the same time.
I am QUITE sure that an overwhelming number of humans can sing this song ABSOLUTELY ATROCIOUSLY. Please... Really?
This song is actually really hard to sing. The simplistic nature of the cords and lyrics are hard to reciprocate.
Something about this young man is just genuine. I love him.
I love that song! Terrific rendition!!!
Lee Dewyze was one of my favorite contestants back then
You need to hear Jeff Gutt sing it. He's the best according to Simon.
Rubbish! Go look up Alexander Burke.
Simon is deaf ... he's shouting
Hands down Jeff Gutt, sings it best
This needs to be sung like your heart is being ripped out through your tailbone. That much feeling. Loss, and mourning, and desperation. I don't think he quite made it. Nice voice, but not quite.
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Kate Smith
Hmm?
exactly
E Kramer I do agree with you but as Simon said they wanted to hear it a different way then from what other people sang it
jailene williamson
It's not that there can't be differences, but the feeling needs to be there.
The best I've heard it sing. This is a live singing, when he recorded it, it was awesome!
You should watch KYLE TOMLINSON sing it.
I wonder why he never made it? This was great for the first verse, when it was just Lee and the guitar, I think the big production spoiled it a little though.
Lee has made it, not big, big time, but here is his concert schedule.leedewyzeofficial.com/shows-
He recorded "Blackbird Song" which was used in an episode of The Walking Dead. I heard it there first then downloaded it. After he won IDOL he quit music shortly after. He was encouraged to come back which he is doing slowly. Such a great voice.
Yeah... I mean, you're singing about a "broken Hallelujah" but giving a not remotely broken Hallelujah... That's the thing that more people tend to mess up.
Julian Birch I think that the first verse was perfect , until the girls walked in and the band started up and turned it into something that it shouldn't be. I feel that the show, especially Simon , probably pushed him into"blowing it out of the water" , and so in the end it sounds like he's trying to compete with the orchestra instead of setting the pace and having them join him.
ya to much production indeed
I stand up and sing panic at the disco at the top of my lungs then burst into laughter at the judges' confusion.
I thought this was spectacular... I love this song and he made me a fan of this kid now!
This is one of my very favorite songs, of all time and I have heard everything from bad singers to those who know how to sing this song with so much emotion, that I end up crying. Lee DeWyze sings this song nicely, because he has a beautiful voice and Simon picking it out for Lee, was, in my opinion, an awesome choice. I have heard many people sing this gorgeous song and many of those people ruined it for me. I guess it is one of those songs that has to be sung in certain ways, or it will be ruined, unfortunately.
Thank you for posting this video. It was pretty to my ears! =)
His *voic* was amazing 🤣🤣🤣
His voic *was* amazing. I wish my voic sounded like that. ;)
man i wish i had a *voic* like him.
bradley moore he has the voic of an angel
ikr his *voic* was amazing
bradley moore
Very fine performance indeed. Never watch the show so glad to see this on CZcams.
wow he did so awesome love how Simon rolled his eyes knowing he killed it even though he didn't think so
the title is right. he has a great VOIC.
Lui Lulu fucking lol
Lets see you compete against 250,000 people...deal with the lame assholes...that have no life ripping on you. Lee Dewyze won AI....while Melt M.....served burgers at MaDees
B DUB I'm not saying he's bad, I'm just messing around when I say VOIC because the title says VOIC instead of VOICE.
I was just amazed how beautiful his voic was
*is ... he's still alive
Nice! What a voice! Would like to hear more. A.R.
Thank You Leonard Cohen, for this special song. Thank You, to anyone and everyone who gives it their best shot in singing it. Love and Peace to ALL
I love this song,and tbh I think he did a fair job ,maybe it is outside of his comfort zone,but I enjoyed it.
I miss American Idol. For me it died after 2012
i was fortunate enough to meet leonard cohen back in 2011. in all fairness, i was living 3 blocks south from him in montreal. he was eating what looked like chop suey, sitting on the steps of his front porch, wearing a housecoat & slippers. he was extremely nice & quite funny as well. when he died last year, i left one of my fedoras on his stoop & lit a candle for him. great man, great artist. i'm positive that he would've adored this performance.
Wow! I didn't know there were so many judges here! In MY opinion, AWESOME! Thank you!
Some epic songs need to be done non-epically in order to remain epic.
Father Kelly. K.D. Lang (wait a minute, that was epic...)
Do you all know this means praise God in Hebrew ? I tend to think most of you don't because most people won't give God the time of day !!
Kathleen Baylor Here is the word, in Hebrew: הללויה
Chaya Shalom thank you !!
It's kind of hard to "give the time of day" to something that doesn't EXIST!
Agreed.
Ok so lemme make this clear: both you and Kathleen are wrong. You know why? Cause you both are using your opinion as fundamental truth. There is neither proof for nor against the existence of God, so the only wise thing to do is not take a side.
That clear it up enough for you?
VERY good love this song . I love the Christmas one too
Beautifully done! You are awesome!
I wish the background singers were quieter, not that they didn't add to the song, but at times it was difficult to hear his voice.
My favorite version was the one the catholic priest sang for the wedding
Yes I do, keep this song going. Great performance by this mighty musician.
God bless Leonard Cohen for writing such a great song. It is timeless.
Honestly, I've heard different versions of this and some touched me, others didn't. He has a really good voice but it didn't touch me at all and by that I mean, I didn't FEEL the song. It didn't move me. So I don't think it's really that great.
I just commented this. Scrolled down and see I am not the only one.
Ya. He's good. I will miss and grieve for Leonard Cohen for the rest of my life, however long that may be.
Ever since watching Shrek this has been one of my favorite songs. Well done!
Absolutely wonderful rendition, Lee! Really hard to reach those notes... Beautifully sung, Sweetheart.... xxxxxxxx
What a unique "voic"
AMAZING 😍😍😍
Love his voice. Wish him the best!
Ive heard so many ppl sing this song but him singing it im not ashamed to admit gave me chills
He really has a very nice voice!!
This is his moment? It was one of the most lackluster, unoriginal versions of Hallelujah. The judges have got to be kidding. I don't know which season this is, but if he won I can't image whom he was competing against.
I'm with you.
Hallelujah == Praise be to Jah ! Jah being the short form of Jehovah :-)
It's okay, but I have heard it performed better.
Pentitonix does a better version..
I agree... he's not that great
agreed
That's why he's one of the least memorable American Idol champions lol
I agree. Matthew Schuler sang this song, imo, like a BOSS! (from The Voice) The only song I have paid for to have on me/my cell, at all times. He owns kills it...check him out! You won't regret it. Merry Christmas y'all, Love & Light~
Jeff Gutt version I think is better.
Paula Drummonds Jeff gutt....much better
Paula Drummonds definitely
Really difficult to judge his range and vocal ability with back up singers.
One of most beautiful songs I've ever heard!
This is a hard song. I wouldn't be so quick to judge--no pun intended. Each performer interprets a song in their own style. To get up in front the judges--and America--has to be nerve wracking. Wish I had a fraction of this young man's the talent and the nerve to even try that one time.
he has a really good voic
R.I.P. Leonard Cohen...
So beautifully😅 sung had this song at my husband's funeral
K.D. is the queen/king of this song!!! JUST LISTEN!!!
Michael Hurst
A good rendition! Love it!
RIP Leonard Cohen.
Heard 100 covers of this song, this one was very distinctly beautiful.
This cover is the best one I’ve ever heard
i wonder if he knew the meaning of the song, i felt like he was disconnected from the words
And what do you think the song means?
i feel like he sang it emotionless. what i was getting at is some people try singing it laud and heroically, i think the song is about recovering somewhat of your broken identity, the sad inner of a person cracking under the surface and crying out for help after falling into the same traps. maybe drugs or unrequited love. lousing faith but still calling out because no one else hears. i could be wrong, i could be sounding stupid but still i felt he didn't think about the words as much as sounding great for the judges. i don't think anyone knows the real meaning but there is feeling to the words and maybe he touched on allot of flaws in society or people . ill always love the original though
@JusTdana, I agree. This is one of my most favorite songs. Although the vocals were up there, the feeling was flat.
Very Well Said Jus Tdana
Leonard Cohen is telling the story of David and Bathsheba, but I don't know exactly what he is trying to say.
I'm always disappointed when these shows destroy songs in an attempt to make them "original", or "edgy". This is a fantastic song, and the singer has absolutely no idea what it means or how to convey the emotion of it's meaning. I'm sure he's talented, but this version of this song is way, way off the mark.
Ron G I agree, this song should be somber.
It’s 2024 and I agree 100%
i had a crush on this young man . idc what u all say he sang from his soul and heart..
he is good wish he and Father Kelly could do a duet love both voices
Look ! A Hebrew word take over the world. Halleluya !!!!
Is it just me or was his voice cracking
piano devotion '
Listen to the author's version. He tried to channel Cohen in the song and I think he did...
It's a singing technique.
It is just you
piano devotion It's a natural rasp...
simon might not be able to sing , but he knows his shit when it comes to music , well done to both
This guy has greatness all over him..
Ok I couldn't stand the 666 for comments so I had to comment to at least make it 667
Freddy Foshay well now it's 701
1K+*
two words: Jeff Gutt
I just had cereal for dinner. It was ok.
Simon is a rare individual one with balls AND brains (and a heart under it)
that was great what a great job well done my friend.
WTF was this??!! Absolutely atrocious. Both in performance and quality - 144p???
This song used to be a nice surprise when people chose to sing it. Now its overdone. He idoes itgood though
amazing quality! keep up the good quality, thanks. no seriously
The Pentatonix version of this smashes it to pieces.
He oversang this song which is a cardinal sin to me. Really. You don't use this song to show off your pipes.
Your right
He was ordered to do precisely that, no real choice.
Baranduyn NoIdea I think that was Simon Cowel , he looked very pleased with himself at the end , if you listen to just the first verse it was quite good but then the marching girls and the bloated orchestra forced him to scream above the ridiculous racket , just to be heard . I think that he's a good singer , he just needs to work with people more sensitive to his own style and personality and not just interested in turning everything into Top 40 hits. This industrialized crap is what's ruining the music scene and destroying a lot of excellent musicians.
I like Lee, but Crystal Bowersox was better.
amen amen amen good song if anyone sings it is awesome. god bless everyone
He did good. Good job. If the song only had one stanza this guy would be pops!
Kids in Africa could have eaten that potato you used as a camera
Why not give it to the kids in your backyard, the USA, you do have starving people there, nuff!
He's not singing. He's screaming!!
That's not screaming.
I absolutely love his performance. Did he go on to have a music career?
Simon at the end like "Do I know what i'm talking about? or do I know what i'm talking about?"
actually there is not so much core voice in there
filmed with a b-a-nan-a
what did the banana say to the vibrator?
Gene Murphy what
I don't know why you're shaking she going to eat me.
*snork!*
Cannot Say
Wow he's the real deal as they say. God bless!
WOW!!! Great performance awesome voice.