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  • Sheldon Riley performed Not The Same, representing Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 in Turin, Italy. Find out more: eurovision.tv/participant/she...
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  • @isaaclee3788
    @isaaclee3788 Před rokem +855

    This is the most underrated song in Eurovision 2022 hands down. How did it only get two points!? The guy is like a wolf howling in the night, his voice is beautiful and his high notes are just amazing! He should had been at least 5th in my opinion.

    • @jessieandcocoa
      @jessieandcocoa Před rokem +6

      Sorry not the Eurovision calibre of guy or Dami. There’s a reason they scored high.

    • @isaaclee3788
      @isaaclee3788 Před rokem +26

      @@jessieandcocoa I don't know who your on about, but my opinion still stands. I think Australia should had been fifth in the final results.

    • @ElProf
      @ElProf Před rokem +22

      I think he hits those powerful notes like a damn legend. For me it's whenever he's NOT doing power notes that it gets a bit iffy when live. But I agree, 2 points is just not representative of what he can do with his voice.

    • @footyfan101ful
      @footyfan101ful Před rokem +3

      @@jessieandcocoa I actually prefer Sheldon over Dami.

    • @AFRODISIA8274
      @AFRODISIA8274 Před rokem

      Impresionante

  • @LVHVOGUE
    @LVHVOGUE Před rokem +931

    Vocalist of the year. This could be a Grammy Award *winning* performance. Eurovision does not deserve him.

  • @StefanVarga
    @StefanVarga Před rokem +529

    Only those who went through similar childhood experiences can truly understand the meaning of this beautiful song. It was Sheldon's dream to perform at Eurovision and it doesn't matter he only got 2 points from the general public. What a voice, what a song, what a performance! Australia, you got our attention

    • @TheTruthIsFiction
      @TheTruthIsFiction Před rokem +5

      It matters because the public represents what people think, not the jury.

    • @XquantumX-_-
      @XquantumX-_- Před rokem +18

      @@TheTruthIsFiction what people think shouldn't really matter. Juries give points based on how good a song is and how good the singers are

    • @turtellok4964
      @turtellok4964 Před rokem +1

      @@TheTruthIsFiction isn't the song kind off about how other people's thoughts don't matter that much? The Jury actually judges the song

    • @sashakotova8170
      @sashakotova8170 Před rokem +2

      It might have just been a shitty year for Eurovision..? Pre-covid, I was OBSESSED with Eurovision !! And then, after two years of some pretty brutal lockdowns, I had completely forgotten about it and didn't even realise Sheldon was competing 😳😳

    • @Qwerty-yu9mh
      @Qwerty-yu9mh Před 11 měsíci

      @@XquantumX-_- yeah? u sure?

  • @charsst6860
    @charsst6860 Před rokem +639

    When he said "You're told to play, but you're not the same as the other kids playing the same game." I started crying and couldn't stop until the end. As a neurodivergent person myself, it is very difficult to find a song that perfectly represents what it feels like to grow up and live with it. This song represents not only me but also my friends and most people like me! My mother also teared up and actually voted for him because "He gets it, and he is right! You're not the same, and that is fine!". I also cried when everyone started cheering for him when he scored so low because it shows that the song is correct in its message and that it actually got across. So no matter his final result, he did a phenomenal job!
    After posting this comment I saw that many other Austic/ Neurovergent people in the comments felt the exact same with me. This makes me so happy!

    • @luizabuliga6895
      @luizabuliga6895 Před rokem +30

      Totally agree. I instantly knew it was about us neurodivergent/autistic people. I related to the lyrics and looked up on the internet to check if Sheldon was autistic, too. I found very little information, though..
      PS: I voted for him at the finale..

    • @freespiritaussie
      @freespiritaussie Před rokem +30

      @@luizabuliga6895 I find the people on this spectrum to be so kind, and honest. Yes, Sheldon had many interviews stating he came from a religious background with his parents praying that Sheldon will be okay after diagnosing at 6,9 and 13 that he was autistic and wouldn’t be able to do much. But he changed the mindset that he’s not the same and not let that or anyone dictate him what he can or can’t do. Additionally, setting the goal to live his eurovision dream to perform here in Turin just makes him all that more awe-inspiring. He is a light worker and an angel in my eyes 🌸😊💕

    • @LlamasAtMidnight
      @LlamasAtMidnight Před rokem +13

      I've never had a song that fits me as perfectly as this song, I completely agree with you

    • @EsportsGk
      @EsportsGk Před rokem +10

      this song has the most powerful message i was crying throughout this song.. he is amazing.

    • @olenalinasarah
      @olenalinasarah Před rokem +7

      I'm an autistic person, too, and I absolutely agree with you. I 'm so thankful for this song and I've listened to it again and again. I’ve already written songs of my own about my autism and I think it can be a great way to communicate.

  • @OHariseimai
    @OHariseimai Před rokem +4318

    I still believe that this song doesn't get enough recognition

    • @bectomlinson8321
      @bectomlinson8321 Před rokem +39

      totally agree

    • @ominouslesbian9606
      @ominouslesbian9606 Před rokem +27

      Yep but I recognize it 😭

    • @eelmeeer
      @eelmeeer Před rokem +97

      Australia and Azerbaijan were amazing, I'm so sad for them😢

    • @TheFren
      @TheFren Před rokem +32

      This should have been the jury's vote, cause it was sung perfectly when it came to expression and technique!!! Better than Switzerland last year.

    • @notxquavy8630
      @notxquavy8630 Před rokem +6

      I have to agree

  • @Villiomenaa
    @Villiomenaa Před rokem +940

    Sheldon was so devastated by the televoting and so was I. Absolutely heartbreaking, deserved so much more.

  • @kira4074
    @kira4074 Před rokem +725

    I literally gasped in shock when Australia`s results were announced. They got robbed big time, this performance was amazing and easily my favourite!

    • @polanski2399
      @polanski2399 Před rokem +19

      can't believe this performance got such a low score

    • @Limted
      @Limted Před rokem +32

      ​@@polanski2399 it's because it's eurovision.
      And Australia is not a European country.
      And people don't vote for the song, they vote for the country.

    • @renanneheart382
      @renanneheart382 Před rokem +2

      ikr so unfare

    • @northcub
      @northcub Před rokem +5

      @@Limted they got second place in 2016

    • @anthonynettleton8346
      @anthonynettleton8346 Před rokem +2

      Was in my top 3

  • @ugolavagnini
    @ugolavagnini Před 11 měsíci +11

    The best voice of Eurovision 2022 for me 😢

  • @rumia.2009
    @rumia.2009 Před rokem +575

    Songs with deep meanings get a few points. I‘m so sad for Sheldon. It was his dream to perform on Eurovision and he only got 2 points from the public. But you have a new fan from Germany at least. The Eurovision winners will also be forgotten after 2 days. But you will be the winner of my Heart. Hats off to this amazing performance!!

    • @Moonlight-qy3hc
      @Moonlight-qy3hc Před rokem +37

      Yes, Sheldon will continue to live in the hearts of those who admire him.

    • @kursatess
      @kursatess Před rokem +58

      Finished the second semi-final in 2nd place. However, he only got 2 points in the final. It must be a joke.

    • @apbern4797
      @apbern4797 Před rokem +14

      @@kursatess how is this logically possible?!

    • @petat4972
      @petat4972 Před rokem

      look up the voice australia...as thats where he got his start in the media

    • @paczkomatyinpost9782
      @paczkomatyinpost9782 Před rokem +2

      Yes, I agree

  • @felixbeatus6568
    @felixbeatus6568 Před rokem +529

    This song and performance was way too good for Eurovision.

    • @MadeleineMedia16
      @MadeleineMedia16 Před rokem +4

      Agree

    • @KaziyammixD
      @KaziyammixD Před rokem +2

      Agree

    • @davidholmgren8156
      @davidholmgren8156 Před rokem

      I loved it as well but No song is bigger than Eurovision

    • @felixbeatus6568
      @felixbeatus6568 Před rokem +4

      @@davidholmgren8156 sorry but that’s got to be the weirdest comment I’ve ever read. Eurovision has always been a politically charged, comical, light entertainment show. I would never take it as a serious song contest, hence it is pretty normal that Sheldon, his song and his performance didn’t get the points they deserved.

    • @snezjanapmvlog8198
      @snezjanapmvlog8198 Před rokem

      Бесспорно !

  • @asmrtanyamelson
    @asmrtanyamelson Před rokem +303

    every day I go to listen to this wonderful performance and every time goosebumps! one thing surprises me… how did the audience rate this performance so badly?! it's incredible! this voice is amazing!

    • @niya8726
      @niya8726 Před rokem +10

      They all pity voted Ukraine. This is my opinion and no one has to agree but Ukraine one wasn’t that good.

    • @colleenxo9918
      @colleenxo9918 Před rokem +3

      UK should have won.

    • @niya8726
      @niya8726 Před rokem +1

      @@colleenxo9918 fr

    • @gracieplaysroblox2996
      @gracieplaysroblox2996 Před rokem +1

      @@niya8726 1. They pity voted Ukraine 2. Europeans don’t like voting australia cause we aren’t European :( they always vote by country, not song

    • @user-annoyingbrituo5nr5bv8s
      @user-annoyingbrituo5nr5bv8s Před 9 měsíci

      Aussie was great

  • @LadySilviaSpain
    @LadySilviaSpain Před rokem +123

    The quality of his voice is out of this world. My personal winner. Europe should have voted more for you Sheldon

  • @BurakKoksalonAir
    @BurakKoksalonAir Před rokem +1486

    The moment he took his crown off, I am shocked, had goosebumps. One of the best vocal entries of this year. SO POWERFUL AND ICONIC.

  • @TheBlakia
    @TheBlakia Před rokem +370

    For sure this was the most raw feeling song ever! The emotions were real and it was touching. Loved it!

  • @BlackieLadida
    @BlackieLadida Před rokem +11

    I cried during the entire song. I had just gotten my ASD diagnosis the week before, at 27, and I felt every single one of those lyrics. I was treated as something different. The other kids didn't like me, and I lied about beeing OK, because I didn't want my parents to be sad.
    I know these feeling far to well, I know the pain, the isolating feeling, the mask you wear to please others, the feeling of not knowing who you are, because that is someone society deems weird and wrong.
    And having someone who represent us, and beeing a voice for us, for the whole world to see and hear, that means more than others will ever understand.

  • @user-qv5yc6pt6e
    @user-qv5yc6pt6e Před rokem +9

    MOST UNDERRATED SONG IN THIS YEAR💔

  • @sudebadem2305
    @sudebadem2305 Před rokem +664

    the only performance that gave me goosebumps in the eurovision22 was this one. i'm so happy for Ukraine but my winner is definitely Australia. his voice, stage, outfit and the message..everything was just perfect. Sheldon sang with pure emotions and i felt it with my heart. congrats Sheldon!!! so much love from Turkey

    • @kursatess
      @kursatess Před rokem +23

      Hakkını çatır çatır yediler valla. Ukrayna'da asla hak etmedi. onlar için sevinmedim de. Savaş ayrı bir durum burası bir yarışma. Bu yarışma neden yapıldı o zaman bu sene bunca insan neden hazırlandı?? Ukrayna savaşı olmasaydı Sheldon rahatlıkla ilk 10'daydı.

    • @sudebadem2305
      @sudebadem2305 Před rokem +9

      @@kursatess kesinlikle katılıyorum her zamanki gibi politika girdi yarışmaya ve en başından belliydi Ukrayna'nın alacağı. Sheldon en azından top3e girmeliydi. oylama baya kötü gerçekleşti.

    • @lukei6255
      @lukei6255 Před rokem

      Outfit... Haha you mean burka???

    • @marcchrys
      @marcchrys Před rokem +2

      Blimey, we thought it was terrible...repeatedly shouting "we're not the same" untunefully 😮 Appeared on Australia's Got Talent, The Voice twice...seems OTT desperate

    • @suertedeti6404
      @suertedeti6404 Před rokem +1

      NoooOoooOOOOooooo we are not the sameeeeeee!!!! NoooOOOOOOoooooOoooOOOO! And some people says, hes is still screaming!!

  • @mevludinhankusic3147
    @mevludinhankusic3147 Před rokem +230

    This voice is talking for all autistic people and parents who are living with autistic children. For me personally is this wining song. God bless You! BR., from Slovenia 🇸🇮🇸🇮👌👌

  • @alexandersequera6827
    @alexandersequera6827 Před rokem +8

    I almost cried the first time I watched this.

  • @marcosurucu7718
    @marcosurucu7718 Před rokem +10

    I literally cry in the chorus😭😭✨🇪🇸

  • @reasel87
    @reasel87 Před rokem +311

    Australia, Poland, Azerbaijan the most beautiful voices and most underrated performances....

  • @virajjayant1978
    @virajjayant1978 Před rokem +796

    That's it.
    I am done with Europe.
    2 points from public.
    No, just no.
    This is unbelievable, unheard of.
    Sheldon, you are a gem.
    We love you.
    I don't know what just happened.

    • @mellud23
      @mellud23 Před rokem +65

      I agree, this was in my top 3 of the night and Idk what happend.
      Juries were right, this song is so good

    • @nanci_sousa
      @nanci_sousa Před rokem +46

      I’m so disappointed with 2 points from public, I give you my 12 points from Portugal.

    • @lala-bp3wh
      @lala-bp3wh Před rokem +10

      iwanted to vote for him, i was at work and my phone wasn't chraged, i'll escuse myself now.

    • @sudebadem2305
      @sudebadem2305 Před rokem +30

      i agree!! what was that?? i still can't believe. there's no way that sheldon got 2 points from public

    • @Milena.g724
      @Milena.g724 Před rokem +16

      He did get 2 points from the public but the hosts (eg : mika) did give him a comment and clapped for effort even tho he didn't get much from the public its probably a big step being in the grand final you can see him getting emotional in 2:24 I think (Love u sheldon♥️♥️♥️

  • @JulleJakkeLyrics
    @JulleJakkeLyrics Před rokem +329

    I usually don't prefer ballads, but this one hits hard! Sheldon has such a powerful and beautiful voice. The costume was unique. Touching lyrics with an important message. My dear little brother is on the spectrum, so I immediately felt the song. I voted for this multiple times from Finland, both in semi final and final. I still couldn't believe that the public didn't give them enough recognition. Unfortunately, the abundance of ballads sung by males might have decreased their voting results since it is more difficult to differentiate from other ballads. However, Sheldon is my personal winner 👑🤍

    • @MauroRincon
      @MauroRincon Před rokem +5

      Agreed with the last part. I also think it's hard to follow the meaning of the lyrics if you're just watching the entire show from home, especially the chunks in which he lowers his voice to a whisper.

    • @nialldean9791
      @nialldean9791 Před rokem

      Id rather hear a cat being strangled. Love the studio version, but wtf is this? He's going through puberty 10 times throughout this measly performance.

    • @arvinroidoatienza7082
      @arvinroidoatienza7082 Před rokem

      Sad fact: Australia was 11th in the Finnish televote. So close

  • @tzm2019
    @tzm2019 Před rokem +308

    This is actually a winner song and a winner performance. I just don't understand why Europeans didn't give him more recognition. In my opinion Sheldon's perfomance was the climax of ESC Grand Finals.

    • @mariajosejimenezsoriano1512
      @mariajosejimenezsoriano1512 Před rokem +5

      Esto es de otro mundo

    • @DaniLore
      @DaniLore Před rokem +9

      It's a very repetitive song with the same line over and over,

    • @harrybrock5529
      @harrybrock5529 Před rokem +2

      @@DaniLore but stunning nonetheless, definitely deserved more than 2 points, but thats eurovision I guess and Australia should probably be glad we can compete to begin with.

    • @dusty4502
      @dusty4502 Před 7 měsíci +2

      It's not him, he's phenomenal. It's that he's Australian

    • @KuyaBJLaurente
      @KuyaBJLaurente Před 3 měsíci

      ​@@dusty4502I agree. I noticed that Australia always gets less votes in the televotes than the juries. Many times, they just outright flop hard in the televotes (this and 2017), and even lose their potential win because of low televotes (2016).

  • @sbsnjsj5555
    @sbsnjsj5555 Před rokem +57

    this is the Eurovision 2022 winner for me 🏆 wonderful, extraordinary performance .. voice, the whole scenery - amazing. in my opinion that should have won - greetings from Poland 🇵🇱❤️

    • @addz7089
      @addz7089 Před rokem

      Ochman was much much better

  • @virajjayant1978
    @virajjayant1978 Před rokem +138

    He was choking with raw emotion, so he arranged his song.
    And my god, he nailed it.
    I had chills, I had goosebumps.
    He did it, he really did it. Wow
    So so proud of him ❤

  • @ESCLance_Wilson
    @ESCLance_Wilson Před rokem +10

    Real Winner! and my winner!

  • @Caerulis
    @Caerulis Před rokem +10

    1 million. this song still slays.

  • @LucasLehnert119
    @LucasLehnert119 Před rokem +139

    This is actual one of the best. I'm sorry it was given only 2 points from the public. It's completely beautiful. I' going to listen this more times
    Good luck with your career
    Love from Portugal🇵🇹

    • @Jimbob1337
      @Jimbob1337 Před rokem +6

      When the songs finished, I told my family watching that it was going to be between Germany, Australia and Ukraine. Germany and Australia to me had the best songs on the night, while I anticipated there to be some "pity voting" for Ukraine to show support for the situation they are in.
      The fact that the jury voting and public voting are so out of sync, I mean, why on earth did Germany not get a single vote from the Jury voting?! And then 6 in total from the public? Meanwhile, Sheldon gets 123 votes from the jury, putting him in the top 10, and then gets *two* votes. That is beyond dumb.
      I'm not salty about the fact Ukraine won and all, but their song was nowhere near the quality of Sheldon's was. He should have scored a lot more than he did, and that is coming from a Brit who hated the UK entry, and is seriously confused as to how we came second.

    • @LucasLehnert119
      @LucasLehnert119 Před rokem +1

      @@Jimbob1337 I agree

  • @kathleenw2309
    @kathleenw2309 Před rokem +130

    I’ve listened to this 3 times in a row this morning here from Australia. It will be echoing in my head all day. Such a beautiful song. Such a powerful performance.

    • @kafekoppen5358
      @kafekoppen5358 Před rokem +1

      For me in sweden its night. This song makes me comfortable, I love his performance and his comforting voice. I'm gonna have a good sleep tonight. I hope you'll have a good day :)

    • @Chefhamzajaberhamza
      @Chefhamzajaberhamza Před rokem

      @@kafekoppen5358 I offer a very beautiful content. I hope you like it

  • @paulabalatinac2793
    @paulabalatinac2793 Před rokem +86

    You can feel his pain.. I cried so hard when he performed, those kinda people have been through abuse, domestic violence, not being heard or not being able to speak.. He is such a pure soul and you can feel it! The lyrics is absolutely well written and he was my ultimate favourite this year.. I was the only one who actually voted for him, that is so sad 😭

    • @warmmilk6049
      @warmmilk6049 Před rokem +1

      Yes, they truly spoke for autistic people, it sucks that people told him that they would never amount to anything because of it, they inspire me.

    • @Scheherasad
      @Scheherasad Před rokem +5

      No , you were not the only one who voted for him , many people did , I was one of them. You need to be in the top 10 of a country to get votes. You need thousands of votes to get at least 1 point+Only Aserbaijan gave him points because he was in their top 10.

  • @teguhf.2084
    @teguhf.2084 Před rokem +60

    Lyrics:
    I was told at six years old
    They'd avoid me if my heart was cold
    Found it hard to talk and speak my mind
    They never liked the things that I would like
    'Cause you're told to play but you're not the same
    As the other kids playing the same games
    Try to jump on in but they push away
    So far away
    I'm not the same, no
    I'm not the same, no
    Years went by, I tried and tried
    My father asked me if today I smiled
    I said, "Yes, I did", but that's a lie
    Oh, I always tell those lies
    Then you run and hide, hide the break inside
    'Til you realize that the light shines bright
    Through those, oh, who broke inside
    I'm not the same, no
    I'm not the same, no
    I'm not the same, no
    I'm not the same, no
    'Cause you never want to be the kind of person
    Who can't work it for those ones who can not word it
    'Cause you've been the kind of person who felt this pain
    Oh, yeah, I felt this pain
    So you go and leave the pain and find another way
    To make yourself another game, maybe one for all to play
    'Cause it's not just me who's not the same, we're not the same
    We're not the same, no
    We're not the same, no
    We're not the same, no
    We're not the same, no

  • @UrMom-rs1jw
    @UrMom-rs1jw Před rokem +210

    i cried my eyes out, and it got so little point from the public? the performance, the lyrics, the music, the last part.. goosebumps! but spain singing about buts got third place…. i at least expected australia to be in the top 10

    • @sabedi2129
      @sabedi2129 Před rokem +21

      I agree. The staging, the voice, the message, the song, everything was really good. I thought it would be in the top 5 for sure. Was really surprised 😟

    • @Andrei-gk9hz
      @Andrei-gk9hz Před rokem

      @@sabedi2129 same😢

    • @mpritWLnVIP
      @mpritWLnVIP Před rokem

      same 😭😭

    • @melissaasila905
      @melissaasila905 Před rokem +7

      Yes, thank you. He was the best singer on this stage - he really touched me, I had goosebumps all over my body. His voice and talent is amazing

    • @lonelyboyy1579
      @lonelyboyy1579 Před rokem +4

      jury votes were more fair, he was 9th

  • @pershendetjesijeni
    @pershendetjesijeni Před rokem +404

    I didn't watch every performance but this one really spoke and gave emotions to me , Honestly, would not be surprised if it won. It's the only ballad that i liked

    • @TheFren
      @TheFren Před rokem +14

      :( wish you had been right!

    • @SoTiredOfCryingMyselfToSleep
      @SoTiredOfCryingMyselfToSleep Před rokem +10

      Sadly we only got 2 points from the public but we did have 100 points before that. The sad thing is that once we got the 2 point sthere was no chance of winning

    • @katrinaokok
      @katrinaokok Před rokem +18

      @@SoTiredOfCryingMyselfToSleep especially after Ukraine got 400 points and jumped to 1st from I don't remember which place . I do feel bad for Ukraine and so does everyone else but wining because of probably sympathy just somehow doesn't sit right with me . Cause I personally didn't like the song but congratulations to them either way .

    • @Dieguizimo
      @Dieguizimo Před rokem

      Impresionante presentación de lujo de Australia, me dio todo lo que necesitaba, saludos desde México 🇲🇽💛💛💛💛💛

    • @Cassie_kitten90
      @Cassie_kitten90 Před rokem

      @@katrinaokok from 4th place

  • @lunar4614
    @lunar4614 Před rokem +6

    imo the most underated male artist of this year. 2 points from the public!??!?! Ballads dont normally play in supermarkets but my local one this morning played this song.

  • @excordxd9611
    @excordxd9611 Před rokem +6

    My number one and winner this year nobody cant Chance my opinion. I feel the Massage. And lived a really similar way like sheldon. So my number one.

  • @sarahhouse337
    @sarahhouse337 Před rokem +78

    Hi Sheldon, thank you so much for singing this powerful song about your experiences of Autism and taking off your mask in the song, 'masking' being such a key part of living with Autism. I also, like you, have Asperger's an Autism Spectrum Disorder, and I found your song and willingness to sing about your experiences so powerfully in this huge stage very inspiring. I was disappointed though that Graham Norton the person doing the links in the UK did not explain what your song was about, so I apologise on behalf of the UK for this. It was a missed opportunity. Huge congratulations to you and Australia for supporting your very important song. Thank you for inspiring song and willingness to share your story. It will help many people who are struggling with the same reactions of other people who do not understand how our minds work differently. People with Aspergers and Autism are very straight forward, honest and kind people and very inclusive. Be proud! Take care and a big hug of thanks to you

    • @taniaphillips9766
      @taniaphillips9766 Před rokem +10

      ah i wondered why British friends were shocked when I said he'd been non verbal. That is disappointing (Australia has it's own commentators so we, thank goodness didn't hear Graham Norton).

    • @btredinnick4747
      @btredinnick4747 Před rokem +8

      Fully agree with you. I have autism as well, so this song really hits home for me. Sad that Graham didn't mention the backstory behind this, luckily I knew about this song, so I understood it.

    • @luizabuliga6895
      @luizabuliga6895 Před rokem +6

      In Italy, they also failed to mention that the song was about autism and that Sheldon was autistic himself. I found very little information online, but while listening I immediately related to the song and knew what it was about. The mask he was wearing on stage also helped identifying the theme of the song. It really was a missed opportunity. They mentioned the fact that Sheldon was gay and made it seem as the diversity he was talking about was linked to that..

    • @taniaphillips9766
      @taniaphillips9766 Před rokem +4

      @@luizabuliga6895 that is really disappointing. Though a few of the major eurovision sites made it seem that way too - one site going as far as saying he should take off the mask and make eye contact. Sheldon himself was very open about it being about his autism. And of course those of us on the spectrum knew immediately. I think maybe he was so friendly and outgoing that he didn't fit the stereo type.

    • @sarahhouse337
      @sarahhouse337 Před rokem +1

      Sorry to hear that Italy commentator also didn't mention it. Yes you are all right, there is some onfo on line about the song being about his Autism, but not so much, and others that mention that it is about him being gay. I knew the song was about Autism in advance as I had seen an article on this before the event and hence I specifically made sure I was watching when he came on and then when seeing him sing it was also so clear that this was what it was about. You would have thought that the commentators should have known and should have cared and known how important this song would be for many people, particularly those living with the condition. I hope that he sees all the lovely comments on this site who loved and valued his song. It was really sad the public vote was so low, as he deserved so much more for what he did. It was a stunning and very important song. Thank you Sheldon.

  • @Hope-mc4tv
    @Hope-mc4tv Před rokem +747

    i voted for him. i was sure he was going to get decent amount of points. 2 points, i really got sad when i heard it.

    • @virajjayant1978
      @virajjayant1978 Před rokem +128

      I am furious at this insanity. 2 points?
      2 points for this wonderful art?!
      This deserved way, WAY more.

    • @renardplazar5781
      @renardplazar5781 Před rokem +4

      @@virajjayant1978 no way

    • @metal.angell
      @metal.angell Před rokem +86

      I felt like crying when I heard he only got 2 points.. I gave all my 12 votes for him. He didn't deserve something like this. I'm so dissapointed of the public voting.. :/

    • @minz3012
      @minz3012 Před rokem +34

      I also voted for him multiple times, shocked at that two points 😔

    • @strongpowerthankyou9298
      @strongpowerthankyou9298 Před rokem +32

      it really is a travesty... i couldn't believe that it was only 2 points, makes no sense at all - he's got arguably the best vocals this year!

  • @truckersforfreedom4535
    @truckersforfreedom4535 Před rokem +31

    I am from Europe and his performance got very intense starting from minute 2 it was epic, raw power, anger and also catharsis. I also saw that it was his dream to be there and it was seen in the music. I think it didnt get the votes because people that usually watch Eurovision are well, different and there are more upbeat songs in general and wouldnt necesary vote for this song compared with others, BUT, this performance will stay through the ages and even if he didnt get recognition now it will gather momentum. When he starts talking its epic and the howling at the moon is also great, dont worry lots of people in Europe and worldwide appreciate this song

  • @WeAreTheHeroes434
    @WeAreTheHeroes434 Před rokem +32

    This song is so underrated, Sheldon deserved so much more. Beautiful message, stunning outfit and lets not forget the voice, emotion and performance just amazing. Love from Romania!

  • @MaiteGaliza
    @MaiteGaliza Před rokem +175

    I got really really sad when the audience gave this song so few points... They didn't deserve that AT ALL. The guy's voice is awesome, probably among the three best voices in the competition! The lyrics are very touching and real, and the performance was great. Really unfair, you were one of my favourites! Australia deserved better! ❤️

    • @meiganuvola
      @meiganuvola Před rokem +9

      I liked this song and voice, but also from UK and Serbia, so beautiful todo. However, after known why was the mask and understand the words, I am not the only one who couldn't stop crying, more and more we are trying that our children couldn't live without that mask, how many times our children have lied us only to don't see us sad. I can't stop to listen this song, so nice and poignant

    • @warmmilk6049
      @warmmilk6049 Před rokem +4

      My dad voted for it, we actually found out what the song was about before we listened to it as my mother saw an article about it and then when I heard it I couldn't speak because of how connected I was to it being autistic and my dad voted for it to support it but yes it is very unfortunate that it did not do that well, my mother said that it is probably because people don't understand because there is so much meaning in it like when they take off their mask, amazing.

  • @Kantonara
    @Kantonara Před rokem +187

    This should’ve been at least in the second place istg the 2 points were so unfair🧍🏻‍♀️I usually don’t start crying bc of a song itself but this one actually made me cry WATERFALLS HOW 😭😭😭

    • @miladgihasi5228
      @miladgihasi5228 Před rokem

      FRR :(

    • @ItsCubet
      @ItsCubet Před rokem +4

      Unfair!? Mate, they costed me two whole bucks 🧍/lh /nm (Yes, I was the only person that voted for him /srs... It gives off a strange feeling i gotta say- /pos)

    • @MariaGo23
      @MariaGo23 Před rokem +4

      Eurovision does not deserve him

    • @yungbratthekilla3864
      @yungbratthekilla3864 Před rokem +3

      @@MariaGo23 im suprised this got 2 votes only

    • @Chefhamzajaberhamza
      @Chefhamzajaberhamza Před rokem

      I offer a very beautiful content. I hope you like it

  • @dgmr2583
    @dgmr2583 Před rokem +38

    It’s literally one of the best Eurovision performances I’ve ever seen. It was dramatic, passionate, GORGEOUSLY sang and the fact that it got so few votes is crazy. I’m still so mad because of it

  • @Oguz-iz8bf
    @Oguz-iz8bf Před rokem +20

    I was told at six years old
    They'd avoid me if my heart was cold
    Found it hard to talk and speak my mind
    They never liked the things that I would like
    'Cause you're told to play but you're not the same
    As the other kids playing the same games
    Try to jump on in but they push away
    So far away
    I'm not the same, no
    I'm not the same, no
    Years went by, I tried and tried
    My father asked me if today I smiled
    I said, "Yes, I did", but that's a lie
    Oh, I always tell those lies
    Then you run and hide, hide the break inside
    'Til you realize that the light shines bright
    Through those, oh, who broke inside
    I'm not the same, no
    I'm not the same, no
    I'm not the same, no
    I'm not the same, no
    'Cause you never want to be the kind of person
    Who can't work it for those ones who can not word it
    'Cause you've been the kind of person who felt this pain
    Oh, yeah, I felt this pain
    So you go and leave the pain and find another way
    To make yourself another game, maybe one for all to play
    'Cause it's not just me who's not the same, we're not the same
    We're not the same, no
    We're not the same, no
    We're not the same, no
    We're not the same, no

  • @mienislav
    @mienislav Před rokem +137

    2 points from televoting? Really?!
    It's a masterpiece! That was the best performance today in my opinion!

    • @Andrei-gk9hz
      @Andrei-gk9hz Před rokem +1

      Same😢

    • @matteofilippini3447
      @matteofilippini3447 Před rokem

      Same

    • @paczkomatyinpost9782
      @paczkomatyinpost9782 Před rokem

      Same

    • @lukei6255
      @lukei6255 Před rokem +1

      You really have a strange taste in music and fashion...

    • @EnteleiEchein
      @EnteleiEchein Před rokem +1

      No sorry, this guy might be a good singer, but the song? It's was just 3 minutes straight of howling and crying. Australia had way better songs the last few years and were always among the top 10. So just because the votes are low this time, no reason for disappointment. Germany had also a good entry and is last.

  • @maqda__
    @maqda__ Před rokem +25

    He's downright mesmerizing and I know I could listen to him endlessly.
    The fact that he took such a low position is unbelievable and I cannot accept it.
    He has an unearthly voice and he given a unique performence so the 2 points he received broke my heart..

  • @renanneheart382
    @renanneheart382 Před rokem +17

    the emotion he put into this song he legit put hus heart and soul into this performence it is so underrated

  • @13kinaa
    @13kinaa Před rokem +13

    I appreciate the extraordinary talent and sensitivity ... Unfortunately, such voices are not understood ... Greetings from Poland for you

  • @asmrtanyamelson
    @asmrtanyamelson Před rokem +1475

    this is an amazing song! I really liked this performance and the voice is beautiful! Australia should have been in the top 5!

  • @aferka93
    @aferka93 Před rokem +12

    12 points from poland. Love it. One of the best voices 🇵🇱

  • @2kesayota942
    @2kesayota942 Před rokem +14

    I'm so sorry but Sheldon doesn't deserve this place. He was one of the most powerful voices of the night. For me, one of the best. Thanks for this, Sheldon!! It is just the beginning.

    • @dusanbogdanovic4823
      @dusanbogdanovic4823 Před rokem

      In your opinion, not to the rest of us

    • @2kesayota942
      @2kesayota942 Před rokem

      @@dusanbogdanovic4823 Of course it is my personal opinion and I have the right to express it in the respectful way I do, even though others don't understand what respect is.

  • @leecleaver6046
    @leecleaver6046 Před rokem +48

    The room went silent when this started at our Eurovision party. What a song, what a voice and what a message 💙

  • @ravtaur8866
    @ravtaur8866 Před rokem +45

    That was a master class performance, just wow! He has soo good and powerful voice. His charisma on stage was just on point. Greetings and so much love from Poland! 🇵🇱🇦🇺

  • @jadenknight8783
    @jadenknight8783 Před rokem +39

    I adore this masterpiece, the strongest vocal in this Eurovision for me, and the performance is so emotional! Should've received much more points. Much love to Australia from Russia❤🇦🇺 Sheldon you're the best! 😊

  • @leysanshayakbirova9966
    @leysanshayakbirova9966 Před rokem +25

    This song deserves to be much higher. Best voice of the competition.

  • @BrightLilyYT
    @BrightLilyYT Před rokem +24

    This song is so underrated! You can hear the pure emotion in the song, and how much the lyrics mean to him. I wish him all the best in the future and hope more of his songs become famous.

  • @shinylightmoon
    @shinylightmoon Před rokem +22

    Your stage performance, stage action, meaning of your song, suit and the power in your voice and emotion was SO AMAZING! you are the true winner to me and always will be of 2022. Love from Finland 🇫🇮

  • @sikogz5581
    @sikogz5581 Před rokem +38

    I'm guessing the public didn't get the message 🙄 it was an amazing performance and staging and with a powerful message, being autistic myself i cried the first time i heard this song. really happy for the representation we have gotten with Sheldon 🖤 best wishes from spain

    • @m.golfer8936
      @m.golfer8936 Před rokem

      a large part of the tv audience probably didnt't know about his backstory

    • @sikogz5581
      @sikogz5581 Před rokem

      @@m.golfer8936 idk about the rest of the countries but here in Spain the commentarist said that he's autistic on the intro :/

    • @m.golfer8936
      @m.golfer8936 Před rokem

      @@sikogz5581 oh.. I didn't know that on tv there are commentators, I always watch it on youtube

    • @sikogz5581
      @sikogz5581 Před rokem

      @@m.golfer8936 yeah, i was shocked to see the intros in complete silence on youtube hahaha

  • @NinxPinkness
    @NinxPinkness Před rokem +6

    criminally underrated, stunning performance, vocals, staging, everything!

  • @judithannoh4814
    @judithannoh4814 Před rokem +12

    I think Sheldon should have his own independent showstopping concert and shows. All these people just don’t know how to recognize pure talent❤

  • @aleaf1494
    @aleaf1494 Před rokem +82

    This song really hit hard. I'm autistic and ADHD and I can definitely relate to what he says.

    • @yungbratthekilla3864
      @yungbratthekilla3864 Před rokem +3

      so am i i had chills on the grand final performance that switch up of the vocals he did made me legit scream

    • @gretadanis1108
      @gretadanis1108 Před rokem +2

      I've got autism (but not ADHD) and I can relate as well. This person made a masterpiece. Those other songs are great too (all of them are) but they're not gonna be as relatable to me as this song.

  • @languagesofeurope9109
    @languagesofeurope9109 Před rokem +123

    Wow, he really has a special voice. Australia, this is a worthy contestant and winner. Good luck from Germany 😁

  • @hannahvanderburg
    @hannahvanderburg Před rokem +4

    I DID NOT KNOW HE DID EUROVISION!! OHMY YESSSSSSSSSSS, im honestly so happy for him, that this actually happened

  • @smokefetish
    @smokefetish Před rokem +4

    MASTERPIECE for me the best

  • @mnicolebarbic2284
    @mnicolebarbic2284 Před rokem +25

    2 points? How???? The best singer/ artist I've heard in years, and I really listen to music a lot from all over. I thought it was unfair, I think many countries would have voted for their neighbouring countries, many still don't like Australia competiting in Eurovision

  • @liron_levii
    @liron_levii Před rokem +9

    Only 2 point from the Public?? I can't belive that!! He Is The BEST!!!❤❤❤

  • @doramahouse3161
    @doramahouse3161 Před rokem +8

    i love this song😭😭I saw Eurovision because of himmmm😭

  • @joanna5461
    @joanna5461 Před rokem +7

    You should be in top 5... Awesome song and performance

  • @jisoothedrolf6760
    @jisoothedrolf6760 Před rokem +143

    This is ofcoures just my opinion but I think australia deserved to win, first time i heard it, it made me tear up it was that amazing.

  • @firstname3086
    @firstname3086 Před rokem +37

    SHELDON RILEY YOUR SONG WILL FOREVER BE IN MY PLAYLIST AND MY GOOSEBUMPS WILL NEVER GO DOWN FROM URS AND ITS BEAUTY!! 🔥🔥❤

  • @EPoole
    @EPoole Před rokem +5

    This is too good for Eurovision. It gave me goosebumps just listening to him. Vocally he was the best for the night!

  • @karolina4729
    @karolina4729 Před rokem +7

    Him along with Ochman from Poland, soo underrated

  • @factovore
    @factovore Před rokem +507

    Why people don't like this masterpiece, what a amazing song, you can be proud of him Australia! 🇫🇷 🇦🇺 (btw congrats to 🇺🇦)

    • @Moonlight-qy3hc
      @Moonlight-qy3hc Před rokem +2

      It's true 🤍

    • @duckdivorce
      @duckdivorce Před rokem +12

      True. A very touching song and amazing performance. Sad he only get a few public votes 👍🇦🇺

    • @pali211
      @pali211 Před rokem +4

      True that was easily top 3 song today!

    • @duckdivorce
      @duckdivorce Před rokem +3

      @@pali211 but there were just too many good songs this year. It was really hard to have a vote 😉

    • @tng2057
      @tng2057 Před rokem +5

      I think the juries have more sophisticated taste.

  • @DevilVips
    @DevilVips Před rokem +111

    This was something else! Spanish vote here well done Australia!

    • @Dieguizimo
      @Dieguizimo Před rokem +1

      Un lujoooo de presentación!! Me encantó tremenda interpretación de Australia, saludos desde México 🇲🇽💛💛💛💛💛

    • @rumia.2009
      @rumia.2009 Před rokem

      And Sweden Jury gave 10 points 🥰🥰

  • @amk5311
    @amk5311 Před rokem +6

    He’s by far the best singer in this year‘s competition

  • @patylandavr
    @patylandavr Před rokem +7

    Sheldon Riley Hernandez you are just great, does not matter what the tele-voting said. You touched me to tears, great musical quality, great voice, great message and great connection with the public. You convey emotions perfectly. You got the recognition of great artists like Laura Pausini. You have a great future!

  • @Ashley-rx9ew
    @Ashley-rx9ew Před rokem +106

    He was unbelievable and should've gotten better than 15th. He came 2nd in the semi final but many countries missed out on points since Ukraine had 439 points. Great job tho Sheldon!!!!

    • @Andrei-gk9hz
      @Andrei-gk9hz Před rokem

      Where I can see the semi 2 results, please?

    • @Ashley-rx9ew
      @Ashley-rx9ew Před rokem

      @@Andrei-gk9hz Eurovision World

    • @stopitas5790
      @stopitas5790 Před rokem

      man has a gender crisis

    • @Scheherasad
      @Scheherasad Před rokem +1

      He came second in semifinal 2 because of the jury, he was only at place 9 in semifinal 2 when it comes to public votes , sadly he got never great support from the people in Europe

  • @arisgeron8161
    @arisgeron8161 Před rokem +4

    The true winner

  • @gulfemnur
    @gulfemnur Před rokem +4

    This song should've been on the top 10

  • @nyxiian
    @nyxiian Před rokem +6

    We need to get this to at least 1 million views! I've been a fan of Sheldon's for a long time now. I randomly found him on CZcams from a 'The Voice' video. Ever since then I've fallen in love with how he sings and the way he dresses. He absolutely deserves all the support he gets and I'll always stand by his side and fight for him. This song deserves so much more recognition for how amazing it is!

  • @blacksnipez6304
    @blacksnipez6304 Před rokem +10

    Wow, this is so fckn good. Honestly

  • @truthsleuth336
    @truthsleuth336 Před rokem +8

    Great job Sheldon! You did us Aussies so proud. I saw Sheldon in concert in Dec in Melbourne and was absolutely blown away by his ability. He is an incredibly gifted singer and performer. His artistic vision surpasses anything I have seen in YEARS!
    The world is at Sheldon's feet.
    ✨Go take the world by storm! ✨

  • @mariarosamaroussiasofa4611

    Okay i just came here AND HOW TF THIS SONG IS STILL UNKNOWN LIKE WOWWW

  • @TR_3Dartist
    @TR_3Dartist Před rokem +115

    Очень понравилась и песня, и голос, и номер, и наряды!!! Очень обидно за такие маленькие баллы :-( Знайте, что вы - супер! ❤

  • @strongpowerthankyou9298
    @strongpowerthankyou9298 Před rokem +4

    the vocals!!! the dress!!! the makeup!!! absolutely magnificent, goosebumps every single time🤍 Sheldon, you're amazing!

  • @isaguerreiro80
    @isaguerreiro80 Před 10 měsíci +4

    admire this young man allot!

  • @tirilhukkelberg276
    @tirilhukkelberg276 Před rokem +7

    I’m crying every single time I hear this song or watch the video. He deserved to win Eurovision ❤️😕

  • @AzuriteRabbit
    @AzuriteRabbit Před rokem +19

    I am shocked on how little point this got!
    You could hear the power and passion from his performance, I really connected with this song ... Even if you didn't win you should be proud of what was achieved today, a place on the final and a masterpiece of a performance ❤️

  • @stephanypasnin1474
    @stephanypasnin1474 Před rokem +3

    Amazing Sheldon, we love you. Australia loves you

  • @bttm4u
    @bttm4u Před rokem +4

    How could you do this to such song and emotional performance… this must be one of the ballads that can touch a lot of people struggling…

  • @user-gl3cm2cw5x
    @user-gl3cm2cw5x Před 3 měsíci +2

    Still crying at this song. Lyrics and performance💔💔💔

  • @oscargantes1651
    @oscargantes1651 Před rokem +4

    Wow. I don't have any word . For me: the best!

  • @user-dt8gw4sy6h
    @user-dt8gw4sy6h Před rokem +20

    O M G! THE BEST. I am so proud of Australia

  • @dangerousvilla9445
    @dangerousvilla9445 Před 11 měsíci +2

    This performance and his voices should be the winner . That is real artist and angle voices.

  • @neleh3234
    @neleh3234 Před rokem +3

    He finally made it, his dream came true

  • @minihoglin9221
    @minihoglin9221 Před rokem +6

    Amazing voice
    he deserved a lot more

  • @melbgrk6725
    @melbgrk6725 Před rokem +16

    So much emotion and heartfelt great job Sheldon you nailed it!!!! Go you good thing!!!! 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Jordi.A.M.
    @Jordi.A.M. Před rokem +4

    Wonderful Sheldon!!! twelve points for you !!! Congratulations from Spain...

  • @Baffule1
    @Baffule1 Před rokem +4

    omg i am so glad you made your dreams come true. So breathtaking perfomance.

  • @ArwinGaming
    @ArwinGaming Před rokem +9

    How does he not got more points😅 one of the best!