What’s truly impressive here is the restraint displayed. He could easily just start wailing away on that beautifully but intentionally holds back until the right moment. Excellent performance.
Saw him live a few hours ago, he played this song as tribute to Cohen. It was one of the best things he played all night. Once think you learn about Jake, is that he doesn't just know how to play the Ukulele, he is also a master at dynamics, and also knows how to hit the strings to make them sound colder or warmer, he puts a lot of emotion info the songs he plays. Because of this I have to say the version tonight was better than this version (this one is still good), but the one tonight had like 50x the emotion to it due to Cohen's departure, so it was a very powerful performance.
He plays with the passion of a classical guitarist. I never realized that a ukulele could sound like this. As a guitarist of over 20 years, I am looking to switch to the uke and hopefully I can extract even a modicum of the tone that he does from this beautiful instrument.
I was recently blessed to an evening with Jake Shimabukuro in Caldwell, Idaho. His mastery of the ukulele is astounding. I had the pleasure to speak with him after his performance Jake is a talented, generous and humble man.
I cried hearing this, it's just so amazing. This is my favorite song in the world, and I sing it all the time. But the passion and the emotion that goes into this rendition of the song is so moving, and it's crazy how much this cover spoke to me; without uttering one word, Jake was able to convey such strong feelings and pass it on to listeners and that is just one thing that is so awesome about him.
Bravo, bravo, bravo! KD Lang's cover moves me to tears. I never thought I'd hear anything as powerful from a solo performer. I was wrong. I am speechless....
saw him live in NH last light,,,Im in awe, he is the Jimmy Hendrix of Ukulele! My son is self taught(autism) and is still talking about his performance!!!! Want to see more of him around here
I remember jake coming to my school when I was in 6th grade 14 years later he's probably still one of those folks who got me to still love the ukulele when all the ska bands and emo kids started playing them, they never had his quality of making a classic like cohens halleluljah sound amazing. He also let us know the different varieties and tones of ukulele there are out there like the tenor and baritone ukulele.
I started playing about 4 years ago.. because I saw you playing bohemian rhapsody. i thought i had seen the pinnacle of what could be played on this instrument.. but this is so beautiful it breaks my heart man
I've been dying to hear hallelujah on the Kazoo. Now that I've heard it on the ukulele, I know it's possible. Someone do this. Please. Honor this beautiful song with a kazoo rendition.
I was drawn to Jake Shimabukuro's performance of "Hallelujiah" from my research about the song and was astonished at the dynamic range and tonality he could extract from what I previously thought was a very limited instrument. Leonard Cohen's songs always start with the lyric, and the melody and chord structure support the lyric. But here the music stands on its own. The artist keeps the melody crystal clear and underneath plays the foundation chords that drive the melody to great heights and terrible depths. This is true to the song's theme: love will beat you down but it is part of something much greater and we must give thanks to whomever or whatever gave us life. A virtuoso performance. Excuse me while I listen to it again.
Kevin, I am older than you, and this guy called Jake, lights up my soul with his playing. Close my eyes and just listen to the playing, you do hear emotion. Very cool Jake, you are in my play list.
Magical...beautiful thanks for sharing your amazing talent. I am a beginner, listening and watching your emotion, well, it encourages me to keep learning.
What’s truly impressive here is the restraint displayed. He could easily just start wailing away on that beautifully but intentionally holds back until the right moment. Excellent performance.
Got the chance to talk to him when he performed here in Santa Cruz....you won't find a more talented, funny, kind, or humble soul. So much Aloha.
Thats awesome!
We heard him play in Hawaii several years ago and were and still are in total awe of his musical talent and also his charming personality!
Os grandes músicos estão chegando aos montes!!!!!! Gratidão ❤️ sempre 🎉🎉🎉🎉🇧🇷👀🫶🏾✌🏾❤️🇧🇷❤️🇧🇷❤️💚🇧🇷💚🔥🇧🇷🕺🏿🔥💚🎼🎶🎵🎶🥰🇧🇷💚🌎🔥🎤🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💞💞💞💞🇧🇷
He makes it sound like a cross between a harp and a classical guitar.
I am inspired by you music, I bought an ukulele a months ago I'm 58 years old , thank you for sharing your music, God bless.
Same! Isn’t Jake the best!?
Me too, just ordered a tenor uke and I'm 67 - never played before!
i love the way he play from beginning to the end of song.. Hallelujah
he just felt the Melody in his soul, that isn't the type of thing that you can describe, you just close your eyes and feel together ❤
Saw him live a few hours ago, he played this song as tribute to Cohen. It was one of the best things he played all night. Once think you learn about Jake, is that he doesn't just know how to play the Ukulele, he is also a master at dynamics, and also knows how to hit the strings to make them sound colder or warmer, he puts a lot of emotion info the songs he plays. Because of this I have to say the version tonight was better than this version (this one is still good), but the one tonight had like 50x the emotion to it due to Cohen's departure, so it was a very powerful performance.
DreadKyller where is video?
He plays with the passion of a classical guitarist. I never realized that a ukulele could sound like this. As a guitarist of over 20 years, I am looking to switch to the uke and hopefully I can extract even a modicum of the tone that he does from this beautiful instrument.
Amazing Amazing Amazing! Hallelujah!
I didn't cry, but I had some tears escaping from my eyes. Just beautiful!
I was recently blessed to an evening with Jake Shimabukuro in Caldwell, Idaho. His mastery of the ukulele is astounding. I had the pleasure to speak with him after his performance Jake is a talented, generous and humble man.
I cried hearing this, it's just so amazing. This is my favorite song in the world, and I sing it all the time. But the passion and the emotion that goes into this rendition of the song is so moving, and it's crazy how much this cover spoke to me; without uttering one word, Jake was able to convey such strong feelings and pass it on to listeners and that is just one thing that is so awesome about him.
This Guy has secured his place in heaven....Angelic sounds... Harp like...
Bravo, bravo, bravo! KD Lang's cover moves me to tears. I never thought I'd hear anything as powerful from a solo performer. I was wrong. I am speechless....
saw him live in NH last light,,,Im in awe, he is the Jimmy Hendrix of Ukulele! My son is self taught(autism) and is still talking about his performance!!!! Want to see more of him around here
next time i want to cry, I'll come and watch this. thank you for your gift.
I remember jake coming to my school when I was in 6th grade 14 years later he's probably still one of those folks who got me to still love the ukulele when all the ska bands and emo kids started playing them, they never had his quality of making a classic like cohens halleluljah sound amazing. He also let us know the different varieties and tones of ukulele there are out there like the tenor and baritone ukulele.
After a few videos of this guy I´m still blown away.
Wow. That performance was really inspired. Bravo sir, Bravo!
Jake is the Richard Thompson of the uke! Can't even imagine what will be his ability in another 5-10 years! What a phenomenal talent.
Great job. Hallelujah for blessing you such a great talent.
Hallelujah always moves me deeply, and I love your version. Thank you for recording it - and so many cds!
Jake is fantastic to see live.
Beautiful.
Great recording. Thanks!
blows my mind..touches my soul
Very beautiful. Brought tears to my eyes. I loved it.n
he is amazing!!beyond amazing!!!l
Thank you Jake.
I watched him play as he grew up and even as a kid, he wowed everyone. Seeing him play Hallleujah brings a tear. I know Leonard Cohen would be proud.
Can't wait for your concert in Idaho Falls!!!
Oh my. Simply beautiful.
I started playing about 4 years ago.. because I saw you playing bohemian rhapsody. i thought i had seen the pinnacle of what could be played on this instrument.. but this is so beautiful it breaks my heart man
This guys amazing
Phenomenal performance 👏👏👏👏 Jake is super talented 🙏🙏🙏🙏Aloha
No words needed!
So moving and amazing.
His facial expressions make it all that much better. Those show us he's really in the music and loves what he's doing.
that hammer-on at 3:19 is giving life to my dying soul
Hammer-on of the Gods....
soundcloud.com/mathias-cruz-1/sin-titulo-4
utube9000 I Thor what you did there
It is well with my soul, hallelujah! God bless you all.
This. Is. Beautiful. Thank you for sharing your gift of music.
What a talent that man has 👍🎵🎶🎼
I had no idea of the talent. Grew up with Don Ho on the uke. This is an unexpected pleasure.
Amazing performance, loved the way you play, so graceful and relaxing Hallelujah ❤❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍
Take care and God bless!
so beautiful
Simply amazing
I've been dying to hear hallelujah on the Kazoo. Now that I've heard it on the ukulele, I know it's possible. Someone do this. Please. Honor this beautiful song with a kazoo rendition.
Are you nuts?
@@steveearnshaw2216 Just a troll.
I was drawn to Jake Shimabukuro's performance of "Hallelujiah" from my research about the song and was astonished at the dynamic range and tonality he could extract from what I previously thought was a very limited instrument. Leonard Cohen's songs always start with the lyric, and the melody and chord structure support the lyric. But here the music stands on its own.
The artist keeps the melody crystal clear and underneath plays the foundation chords that drive the melody to great heights and terrible depths. This is true to the song's theme: love will beat you down but it is part of something much greater and we must give thanks to whomever or whatever gave us life. A virtuoso performance. Excuse me while I listen to it again.
Kudos, Thanks!
So beautiful...
love it so powerfull
deeply beautiful
beautiful
I almost cried
Love this!
I'd luv to see you play this while K.D. Lang sings along. It would be awesome!
beautiful!
Kevin, I am older than you, and this guy called Jake, lights up my soul with his playing. Close my eyes and just listen to the playing, you do hear emotion. Very cool Jake, you are in my play list.
Solfrege samba
MERAVIGLIOSA PERFORMANCE ❤️
Now that I hear this played so beautifully on ukele, it's kind of a shame it was never covered by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole.
Passion. that is why we play............lovely!
A couple of naysayers can try to bring things down if they want... But negativity is pretty much destroyed when surrounded by such beauty and talent..
Fantastic.
Estuvo hermozo
Who would dislike this
It seems to be crying of the soul in Jeke's ukulele,
Simply ❤ Beautiful
True artist! If you dislike this, say why!
I never thought ukelele would make me cry.
Sublime.
You honour Cohen, Sir.
And K.D.Lang. Hallelujah. Only Mother Elephant with her rescued calf greater. Hallelujah.
amazing !!!!
WOW! I LOVE this song! WONDERFUL!
Mahalo ♡
Has anyone ever seen sheet music for this? So beautiful
I hope you return to Fresno!
Awesomeness
Bravo!
this made me cry :) hehe
soundcloud.com/mathias-cruz-1/sin-titulo-4
I think I just fell in love
brah, u da man, skill off da wyde☺
wow!!!
I need the sheet music for this
Amen to that ! Thea Tingstead 😘
Sem chance !!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE BEST !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! UM beijo do BRASIL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Magical...beautiful thanks for sharing your amazing talent. I am a beginner, listening and watching your emotion, well, it encourages me to keep learning.
Superbe !
Reinventing. 🎈
who needs those extra strings anyway!?
it's what I say to myself everyday :)
that's right!!!
Kate Stuart the strings never bothered me anyways.....
sorry
Vibudh Sharma lol XD
YES! This person speaks TRUTH.
Great.
He is so awesome. But I gotta say... try listening on 2x speed. Much better tempo in my opinion. awesome video.
I've never seen anyone that can play an ukulele like that
For when I return 1:50
Very different version of Hallelujah!
Precioso
👍👍👍👍👍Praise the Lord 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Wow
I would love to see him play with a flamenco artist
had me at the first chord
Shrek is very proud
What kind of Ukulele is he using? Is it a Tenor or already a Bariton. It sounds like a Tenor but looks like a Bariton.
this kid is awesome. it's great to see someone is right on the mark bitchin good.
+Kevin Fahey he's 39, he's not a kid.
a really close friend of mine can play no joke most of jakes songs. He is amazing (8th grader) i would post a vid on him, but hes too shy XD