Adam Lambert - Cryin' (Live)

Adam Lambert is the first singer that really got me into American Idol in the first place. I was attracted by his wide vocal range which is so solid and stable even in the high notes.
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Adam Lambert singing Cryin' by Aerosmith on American Idol.
#adamlambert #americanidol #aerosmith

[@GyariSan1]

This was in my opinion his best performance during his idol run. The way he tweaked the song made it incredibly hard to sing with barely time to catch a breath between the high notes, and yet he smashed it through like it was nothing. He started off slow, then in the middle brought waves of pinnacle after pinnacle, and in the end perfectly rounded up as he sang "crying". His stage presence, body language, emotion everything was on point. Just incredible.

[@laurenirby3782]

I totally agree with you!

[@stepienklaninc]

that was the last season I watched American Idol… after Adam had not won the title because of his "different interests" I realized this show is not about find true talent any longer… he was THE BEST ever walked that stage

[@heartstringsbylisa]

I haven't been ABLE to watch it since the season that Adam was on. In a way I am glad that he didn't win. How often do Idol winners turn into real stars? A few, but not many. Most disappear rather quickly to never be heard from again. Adam is doing well in his career. He ruined Idol for me, though, because no one else will ever measure up.

[@jfraserfisher]

Thats the problem when you open it up to the public to vote, the Voice, X Factor, America's got talent and these shows repeated overseas all end up with the most talented losing and someone else who is ok winning, not very often the most deserving person wins. Would be better if it was 50% public vote, 50% judges vote.

[@manuelasmokovic1723]

He is too good for that show

[@charlottemoreau1636]

Pawel Stepien He sure was.

[@nicolebrown5384]

Feel same exact way I never watched idol after Adam lambert didn't win.. And haven't watched it since

[@BlackRockExecutive]

1:53 That is a G5 note, hit with phenomenal control. Goodness me his range is unreal.

[@MagnoliaLoon]

There is something to be said about versatility. The young man has a voice so technically perfect, that his choices in music are unlimited. Anyone can 'scream' into a microphone (I can name several, who've made a success of it); anyone with moderate vocal talent can sing a ballad; and, anyone with vocal power can deliver a 'powerful' song. This young man can do all, and then some. What he has cannot be learned from a voice coach. He was born with the chops.

[@sharonm.6413]

You sure know music and real talent. Do u remember his dad saying Adam used to scream non-stop as a baby for first year and he believes that is how Adam got his voice.

[@justinchew1173]

Um.... lots of vocal coaches these days who sing rock teach those screams and there are singers that can deliver them with emotion well. If you listen to rock or maybe metal, people like Bruce Dickinson, Rob Halford and Axl Rose can do those screams. Adam was told he could not sing when he was younger. I met him at his concert and had backstage passes at the Star in Singapore. He said that he had vocal coaching. He inspired me to get back up on my feet. The way he emotes was through stage experience and life experience where he had to play a multitude of roles

[@MagnoliaLoon]

Sharon M. I do remember his father saying that! I'm telling you, he was a prodigy from day-one. I'm a fan of a guitarist, Joe Bonamassa. The same thing that applies to Mr. Lambert also applies to Mr. Bonamassa. Joe Bonamassa started playing guitar at the age of four. "He moved past me" (father/pro guitarist) at the age of seven. At ten, he played with the great B. B. King. A 'music teacher' had nothing to do with Joe Bonamassa's talent. Adam Lambert is in a league of his own, and I knew it the moment - the tryout moment - I heard him sing.

[@MagnoliaLoon]

Justin Chew You make very good points. Vocal coaches can do a LOT with the instrument of 'voice.' They cannot, however, teach range, pitch or empower the vocal cords beyond their limits. Vocal coaches teach breathing, timing, and execution, given what they have to work with. Barbra Streisand, e.g. had a voice coach. Whomever told Mr. Lambert he couldn't sing, had no 'ear.' And *blush* I do not listen to metal or hard rock. I don't like screaming, I prefer pitch-perfect vocalizations, and talent that can move from stop to full throttle on the turn of a dime. That is Adam Lambert - he can turn on a dime.

[@MagnoliaLoon]

Great thread we got going here !! :-)

[@bammbammboogie]

Adam Lambert AKA The GOAT of American Idol. Fucking Superstar.

[@domocheskyblame8254]

background singer destroyed this performance...well, I cannot understand who decided to include any either. I mean, this guy is enough show, isn't he?

[@deborahtorres276]

Paula called it....years later is Adam is still going strong!!! Luv him!! AMAZING....💜💜💜

[@deborahtorres276]

Is this you jordaan?!!,🙄🙄🙄

[@Stubbee]

damn background singer ruins this performance

[@326cher]

I can't believe how bad she is!

[@Slendy-c1c]

Hell she was just trying to keep up with Adam 😂😂😂

[@edsilstefanoordidor2247]

Just like every back up singer that sings this song

[@dockworthydame5217]

Way too loud,it was distracting

[@peppermintcrush5794]

I was thinking the same!!

[@cozzazee4043]

August 2020, and he still gives me goosebumps. Now he is singing with Queen.

[@cko1005]

Adam Lambert is AMAZING!!!

[@elizazm4289]

Me too! Love Adam's phenomenal performances! And yes, huge success Queen + Adam.

[@elizazm4289]

@@cko1005 Yes, Adam is Phenomenal solo and with Queen! Glad people are still watching idol so I am not alone I watched the final today. Again and again...

[@cko1005]

@@elizazm4289 Same! LOL😁😁😁 Again and again...I Love Adam and QAL...

[@elizazm4289]

@@cko1005 I watch, read, analyze and wonder why solo he is so underrated. So many great songs should be a hit. Something's on the way. I was saying 2020 will be Adam's year. Now we have to wait. He has cancelled Velvet tour because of other 'commitments". Hope something big is coming....

[@lilianwal2385]

His energy can be FELT 14 years later and on the other side of the world. His talent is off the charts

[@werizukowska8069]

Exactly, he's extraordinary

[@ashleyl3699]

how the fuck did he not win. i mean after this performance they should have just cancelled the rest of the show and declared it won for christs sake, but instead he doesn't even win?!

[@MegaGood5]

More like after his born to be wild or tracks of my tears or even whole lotta love! How the fuck...

[@ZeroXF5]

+Ashley L well all in all he did win, i mean can you even remember the name of the guy who won ?

[@MegaGood5]

+ZeroXF5 damn I need to google 'AI season 8 winner' cuz I forgot his name :(

[@TheOrnt]

some tabloid talked about him being gay before the finale. It had a huge impact on the voting, even though it was obvious from the beginning, large portions of the american audience are too stupid and scared to even think about those things.

[@TheLambertLover]

So what, that was one performance. EVERY performance of Adam's was great.

[@PinkSistahs]

Ok the backup singer doesn't understand what her job is... and its deff not to compete with Adam

[@madhavan_raja]

Laura Bourne It's Adam's pre-recorded voice.

[@MsSwwood]

No it isn't.

[@scottshingleton384]

+Madhavan Raja Either way it distorts the sound.

[@Bettyboop08]

I think she pushed him. After she was singing he turned it on!!

[@kathmperez]

10 years later ... Still here.

[@TheArmchairist]

Wait, this guy didn't win? Wow, this show's a joke

[@elasticater8429]

Aye. He came out as gay just before the final, and the rest is history. Still, he's the front man of Queen these days, so it all works out in the end!

[@todoldtrafford]

Bruh we knew he was gay from the audition lmao

[@vernamorales2064]

@@todoldtrafford That's why Kris Allen won they couldn't handle it and look at him now !!

[@daisysheena]

Adam didn’t win because the voters stuffed the ballot for the inferior contestant. It’s not the show’s fault, it’s the other contestant’s base....Just like the Presidential race, the better leader doesn’t always win....good thing for Adam he finished 2nd. The winner ended up in oblivion and Adam has skyrocketed to fame

[@vernamorales2064]

@@daisysheena I knew Adam was going to do better than Kris Allen.Other people who didn't when American Idol were still successful

[@zhm2524]

Adam is so perfect

[@svetlanaandrasova6086]

holy cow... i sincerely hope one day he will be a legend

[@cafer9914]

What the fuck? The fucking background singer is awful. Adam is perff

[@briancallanglancy8032]

The real winner

[@markmelitonlebuit9284]

Absolutely he must be the Winner Idol 2009

[@vernamorales2064]

@@markmelitonlebuit9284 Adam didn't win American Idol but he will always be a winner !!!!!!

[@markmelitonlebuit9284]

@@vernamorales2064 but for me he must be a winner

[@vernamorales2064]

@@markmelitonlebuit9284 l feel the same. By the way where is Chris Allen ?

[@jackmehoff6302]

He went on tour as the lead singer with queen. I think he won

[@tyowongndeso]

How I wish Adam would like to relive classic rock. his voice is just perfect.

[@TheMadSyrupMaker]

Adam Lambert is better than any singer he covers. There are few voices in the world today that can stand on the stage with this young man. He is pure talent, ever pound and ounce.

[@wowhead1]

I'm not sure there are ANY that can stand with him.

[@johnyyumpey3179]

He sang very well, but that´s not the specific way you have to sing this song. And it´s awful

[@cko1005]

Adam is fantastic! He is the Best male singer of his generation! I Love Adam's version of the song Cryin... He nailed it!

[@carolhagerty4288]

Johnny Yumpey, It’s Adam’s specific, spectacular way to sing it. Are you an expert in specific ways to sing songs? Adam is incredible

[@jenigalia]

@@carolhagerty4288 He is not obviously LOL just a troll

[@KS-xk2so]

This was such a great song pick to go into the Finale with. He just fucking MURDERS this tune.

[@chezzasan]

Love the part when he pulled out his ear piece at 1:48 and screamed out 'making love'! He's so exciting!

[@drihlaufeyson3478]

yassss I love this!!!

[@microdon2]

Holy CRAP - that sounds like a VERY hard song to sing, and Adam NAILED it. An incredible singer.

[@chezzasan2730]

1:51 The way he screamed out 'making love' gets me every time!! DAMN!!

[@laurenhutton7117]

How Did America Not Vote For This Man?

[@benmgr4981]

+Lauren Hutton America is homophobic

[@andresalvites5587]

i like to think that they didnt vote for him because he didnt need to win AI to success in the music business

[@laurenhutton7117]

That's Messed Up Tho

[@laurenhutton7117]

Look at him now through

[@iloveinu2death]

He didn't need to win. And honestly...if he won...he would have been pigeon-holed...just like they tried pigeon-holing Kelly Clarkson. Adam Lambert's 2nd place status enabled him to be free. And it isn't like he needed the win after all...look how much success he was able to have afterward...it's quiet now but right after Idol.....he was EVERYWHERE! His music was always on the damn radio! So what are you complaining about? ;) Like he fucking performed with QUEEN...what more do you want??!! ;P And I rarely hear anything about the 1st place winner...Kris Allen anyway...

[@nathalievanruiven4062]

i keep falling in love with him and his voice, every single time i hear him. and i know it's my opinion, but i don't know one person who is more perfect than Adam. he's just amazing!!!

[@326cher]

Steven Tyler is the man!

[@cko1005]

Adam Lambert is the Best male singer of his generation. NO DOUBT.

[@jo19479]

The BEST American Idol EVER!!!!! There will NEVER be another like him EVER!!!!!!

[@rubymccaslin6841]

I disagree!!! #1❤ KELLY CLARKSON

[@DutchGirl859]

Oh my goodness...good looks, incredible voice...enough said.

[@rosangelaborges2500]

This boy is just wonderful. His vocal is fantastic versatility. Adam Lambert is the best performance of this season of American Idol. Adam is absolutely fantastic. Adam enchanted me in 2009 and continues still today. Adam didn't win this season, but he won the world. Adam is really my favorite singer. His performance and voice just got better and better over time. Adam was born to shine, and shines. Adam Lambert, charming smile and sweet person. I love so much. 🌹💜

[@Hanaargh1]

He was robbed.

[@xander7099]

Damn this dude is talented his melisma and vibratos are really cool in this song.

[@zendayolo2403]

background singers were anoying

[@jackiebrownebridalhmua5536]

Adam is such a talented singer..he is simply amazing

[@InsertAwesomFaceHere]

All these years later and I still can't get over that fuckin voice jfc man save some talent for the rest of us

[@catcat6718]

He should have won first place, bottom line!!!

[@mediakel]

He is THE American Idol.. no one can ever top Adam Lambert!!

[@bobkat222]

What can you say about Adam lambert that you all havn't said ,I rate him up there with Elvis and Freddie as one the 3 top male vocalists ever(Robert plant a special mention)every song he took with limited condensed time he sung better than the original .Vocal range, vocal,control, stage presence and emotiveness.Yes he has ruined American idol and any other show(X factor the voice etc)for me as the bar is set very high now.

[@mattaoz]

Lol! you cannot be serious. (In the style of John Mcenroe)

[@justinchew1173]

hitcan79 Dude, on a technical level, Adam can out sing Elvis anyday

[@sharonm.6413]

Justin Chew You are right and I was a huge Elvis fan when I was young.

[@mattaoz]

Seriously. His a good singer. But be honest. You put this guy as an artist in the same ranks as elvis Presley?

[@justinchew1173]

U have to note he was talking about vocal ability and not artistry

[@ValeskaRebello]

Why do country artists always win AI, he’s so incredibly talented, leagues ahead of the guy who won

[@jeffgrubstein9441]

Saw Adam in Atlantic City with Queen. AMAZING!!!!

[@carolynbrown3379]

The boy can do no wrong!😍😍😍😍😍

[@wowhead1]

Gosh I wish he woulda listened to them some more...ROCK ADAM, ROCK more than pop, ROCK ROCK ROCK n' ROLL!!!! THAT is how you can truly climb past every other vocalist on earth.

[@nourcobain3855]

too bad he went more mainstreem now and didn't stick with what he does best :/ I'm disappointed

[@erinwilbanks8845]

Nour Cobain You shouldn't be disappointed because it isn't what he loved.. A person can't please everyone, they have to do what makes them happy. I agree, he sounds better when he sings rock but he did pretty well nonetheless and his voice still sounds beautiful.

[@wowhead1]

Erin Wilbanks I can't disagree with you, but it's kinda like seeing Michael Jordan choose baseball ya know? I mean when the "arguably" most amazing voice on the planet doesn't reach its full potential that is just....hard for me to be ok with. But...I can't disagree with you, but he said something like how the rock and roll week was "by far my favorite" so I assume he's just fine singing it. But, you are absolutely right about hims sounding great regardless.

[@halag]

wowhead1 I'm hoping his next album has at least more of a rock influence. I actually loved his first album - there were some rock vocals on there. I'm sure he can come up with a genre blend that satisfies his need to be a mainstream success (of course he does - that's the way the business is) but also his awesome ability as a rock vocalist...... fingers crossed.

[@cathywalker-lewis3435]

Brilliant!

[@RhythmBulzara]

If america voted based on talent and not favorites adam would have won.

[@montiqueto8577]

His net worth is now 30 million so he is a winner because of Idol!! He sang with and toured with Queen!! He is a legend now!

[@jasnapanic3621]

He deserved that😊

[@Marvi550]

More like 50+ million now

[@MandOGhostAdventures]

That ending blows me away every time. I swear when he sings, the heavens open and the angels dance.

[@xxxkama7xxx]

Wish they uploaded this one in a better quality. One of my favourite performances by him..vocally amazing.

[@isabeldennison3899]

Adam is gifted and gorgeous no one is better

[@litzryanmatcam3088]

Im so jealous.. He nailed one of my favorite song

[@1997JHH]

That's one of my favourite performances. Cryin' and Whole Lotta Love .

[@jocelynhurd171]

I voted for Adam every week when he was on, there was not one performance of his that I did not like. But apparently not enough people thought the same thing.

[@billybay7248]

It was rigged. He didn't win cuz he's gay and it was like 2008.

[@elisaleoncini3858]

Homophobic people. They Judge him for his sexual choice not his TALENT. Look at Adam Now. Joke is on the Haters😃😃😃✌

[@lizzie6433]

@@billybay7248 It was rigged in Kris Allen's home town of 20,000 people. Everyone was given a free phone where they could vote for Kris thousands and thousands of times. I do not believe it was because he was gay.

[@doloresweatherspoon2727]

@@lizzie6433 yes, it was rigged. An ATT employee provided free phones & instructions on how to power vote. A KZbin video exists regarding the Arkansas Voting SCANDAL,which apparently started early in the competition and Kris was aware of it.

[@lizzie6433]

@@doloresweatherspoon2727 - Hi. That was so wrong, and the fact that Kris was aware of it, and it started early in the competition. Well we know who the real SUPERSTAR is. Stay well.

[@brutebetter9188]

Freakin Rock Star! 🌟

[@dianaanson4506]

MIND BLOWING.....TALENT SINGING. WHEN YOU SEE HIM PERFORM HEAR THAT VOICE!!!! YOU PAUSE TO CATCH YOUR BREATH AND SAY........WHAT'S HAPPENING RIGHT NOW. TRULY RARE AND ONE OF THE BEST ON THE PLANET EVER.

[@cherylwhite2788]

Unbeatable!!!!!

[@dlriscute]

I love Adam.

[@alpersez1]

If you can sing little bit, you can obviously understand that he is best singer all around the world. Singing like that is so so so so hard.

[@DraySpittle2]

This dude totally swallowed a soulful black woman.

[@lauraread3861]

well said.

[@Bettyboop08]

David Spittle that definitely funny and true lol

[@louisacolette8357]

David Spittle LOOOOOOL

[@musicsweet2833]

Lol

[@Bettyboop08]

Lol!!!!

[@RiniPranoto]

Get rid of the back vocals.

[@monstermom4358]

He’s really the best living singer of our days ,damn I haven’t that range since Freddy Mercury

[@joe2125]

no offense but Freddie’s range was no where near Adams. A proper comparison would be Steve Perry

[@olderretiredguy]

@@joe2125 I saw Queen several times with Freddy and you're right Freddy couldn't hit anywhere near Adam. And live the quality was nowhere near Adam.

[@cko1005]

@Jj Bohr Adam and Freddie. Both are incredible vocalists, but each in their own style. Adam beyond the reach of high notes live, is great at making "Riffs" and "Overdrive". Brian and Roger have said in interviews that even Freddie would be amazed and jealous of Adam's vocal abilities. They knew Freddie very well and know what they are talking about.

[@cko1005]

@Jj Bohr Adam's talent is also natural, or do you think that if you or I take singing lessons we will just sing like Adam? Before it was so simple. Because I did many years of singing lessons, and I don't have Adam's talent ... But both are wonderful. I love them both. Freddie and Adam. There is no need for comparisons ...Be fine. 😉

[@cko1005]

@Jj Bohr You have the right to have your opinion and I have mine ... we are free ...

[@cko1005]

PERFECT! Adam nailed it!

[@jeanhaefner2028]

Adam, Adam, Adam. There is nothing you can’t sing.

[@marlomchenry1784]

He is young and sexy as f word. He blew my mind and had my female hormones jumping all over the place. His voice and singing was of the charts here. Like he was all ready a professional rock star with a real performance. His musical theater background and that VOICE set him apart from the Idol kids. Beginning of a legend here.

[@annmiller2760]

I love watching him perform

[@jazzy19001]

I still can't over how intrusive that back up singer is... Adam Soars though..

[@jibicusmaximus4827]

i was just thinking the same wtf lol

[@Schankster7]

There is no back up singer it's his voice recorded doing the harmony

[@jazzy19001]

that's not true

[@ducluongdo8012]

The backup singer outsang Adam. Why would she do that?

[@kylelyle4976]

It was him. He is the back up singer.

[@chriskillick7503]

+Duc Luong Do no one can out sing adam

[@akeneshionara]

+Chris Killick (ChrisOpensPacks) (s)he meant that she was singing very loudly and did not go smooth under Adam's voice. It was horrible..

[@ducluongdo8012]

Akene Shionara true

[@doreenspillman7890]

+Akene Shionara I agree. the backup vocals were rather jarring . . . which is probably why this is not my favourite of Adam's performances on Idol.

[@billieblair3882]

Absolutely fantastic I could watch this over and over

[@elisaleoncini3858]

Look at him now Wow 2 Great Careers -Solo and Queen No One can Top That!!

[@shaka360]

someone should have turned down the volume on his backup singer's mic....

[@Katkohberg]

A shame that backup singers voice is too loud

[@palmtreebridge135]

Best male singer ever and did not win he is the reason I stopped watching idol but thank you for giving us Adam

[@heymonalisacani6795]

They should have stopped the show after him

[@snuttanjonas89rocky]

Oh shit the best male singer in the world

[@reynoldsad7]

Dude sang Aero Smith and topped it up. WOW !!!

[@jewllanie]

AMAZING!

[@alansims1704]

American idol became a popularity contest. Kris Allen who won Season 8 was the down home, cute, boy next door. As a result, millions voted for him who don't the first thing about who is or who isn't talented, but just who was attractive to them. So as a result, the contestant with the most talent ended up 2nd. However, since Adam didn't win, he wasn't bound to a contract he would have had to sign as the winner. Allowing Adam to do what he wanted. He had freedom that he wouldn't have had as the winner. He was also so very humble. And it's true, he was the ABSOLUTE BEST SINGER EVER, ON AMERICAN IDOL PERIOD!!! NO CONTEST!!!

[@natural9619]

This was the best performance on idol ever

[@davidcopperfield-notthemag397]

Adam is the #1 Best ever on American Idol. Gotta put Kelly Clarkson as #2.

[@joleneannturner7785]

Definitely agree with you on that one.

[@daisysheena]

Put in Joshua Ledet #3

[@cko1005]

Adam is the Best!!!!!!!👏👏👏

[@rafaelfactor120]

That's going a bit too far

[@terrikruppa2783]

I will agree with Adam but hell no for Kelly

[@janismont2871]

pocas veces se pueden escuchar voces tan fuera de serie como la de adm lambert simplemente una estrella !!

[@JordanChristopher2]

Did anyone notice the Kardashians behind Adam's family?

[@iloveinu2death]

OMG!! That is so weird! No, I didn't...I looked at the video again and you're right! So weird! I wonder how many other celebs have been in the crowds during these singing competitions...and we never noticed them. xD

[@anitagorsic82]

yes and there was not much reaction from them after adams performance just a little smile from kim why are they there if they cant appreciate adams talent

[@geraldinman5633]

I see them lol

[@kathleentyson6727]

Who knew he would end up touring with Brian May and Queen,he’s awesome,Brian May said “ he’s got a set of pipes” coming from one who toured with Freddie Mercury ,that’s a hell of a compliment.

[@lauraread3861]

still a fan.

[@lauraread3861]

I pulled for Adam when he first performed black or white

[@MsWill813]

Me too

[@laurenirby3782]

The BEST that ever was or will be! Love you Adam!

[@amenacalhoun-holder7840]

What can this guy not do

[@jenarambhujoo9434]

Kara: How do you hit those notes and still talk the next day? Adam: It's tough *laughs* *rolls into ball and AWWS in corner*

[@frankyrubful]

Adam Lambert was and is the whole package! Full stop 🛑

[@157ash]

incredible....well it is adam lambert ...

[@devyl1516]

And a rock star he becomes, you're right, Randy!

[@ThatMarkGilroy]

I love Adam in all his genres but, man…ROCK ADAM is another level.

[@INDYSROBERTS60]

The One The Only American Idol of all time!!

[@MeReview7]

tbh I love this version rather than the original one

[@karenmorenomedina2519]

The back up singer is a little bit loud!

[@KS-xk2so]

This is the only time I ever saw Simon just blatantly tell the audience "Please vote for this fucking guy, it'll be a joke if he doesn't make it to the finals"...... then the audience managed to screw up the finals anyways lol

[@kangaroo4567]

"You should make a rock album" - Done "You should be a rock star" - Done "We'll see you at the final?" - Done :)

[@michellemari7113]

the best performance i've ever seen

[@georgem1425]

Woooowww what was that

[@PauRonquillo]

I love how simon is lowkey glambert. Lol

[@samsomething8318]

adam crushed this show. jesus

[@hedunlap]

The was Adam himself singing background. Pre recorded.

[@gaylemurphy240]

The background signers needed to be GONE!!!!!

[@nolawilson2008]

I still can't get over the fact he did,nt win ....I was a joke ...

[@TheMelkiora]

There are no words describing this gift from heaven, the greatest, Adam Lambert

[@alinabaykalova]

Old video, but it's nice to remember....Adam, you're the best !

[@sandyesquivel1611]

2:18 DAMN!!!!!