"And I Am Telling You" - Jennifer Hudson - (Cover by Von Smith)

[@channahcaitlin4943]

my left ear really enjoyed this

[@brumble]

This deserved so many more likes..

[@mabensilbasa131]

🤣

[@TOY2SHO]

Fuckin thought I accidentally snapped my earphones chords again

[@memedemon9206]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@danielhormiga4883]

También pensé lo mismo, porque sería eso jajaja

[@AIsavesDemocracy]

Holy shit, I've never seen a man cover this song that well. Spectacular! Phenomenal! Everyone needs to share this link.

[@BrianJustinCrum]

WOW Im suprised by the comments of people. I hate when people act liek they REALLY know what they are talking about. Anyways, give props for the art and the talent. If you dont like that he can wail higher then you and ur momma, suck it up and watch other videos there ar alot to choose from haha! I hope this kid is cool and is working hard to build a career for himself. Stop hating this kid is fantastic. So all of you who dont know what your talking about...SHUT UP!

[@111olorin]

I've never seen a male pull this off so intuitively and so perfectly considerate of intonation.

[@lewisedwards4058]

Why is this the first time I see this video? Why is he not a household name? Why is he not on the radio? Why is he not a bigger star? The fact that I have to ask these questions is beyond astronomically absurd. He's a vocal prodigy.

[@teleopinions1367]

@Lewis Edwards - The music industry is in LA and NYC not in Kansas. And, they have their own click just like in high school. There're a ton of talented people out there that we have never heard of bc they don't get the opportunity. It's a very, very, very tough industry. It's about who knows who and also, at the beginning the singer have very little control over their career, they are like puppets for the industry. Some people like to have control over their lives and careers. Those might be some of the reasons why we have not heard about him and why he doesn't have a recording contract. It could also be that he's difficult to work with. Who knows?

[@Justdocuments]

He will make it that great he has to. Love and peace from uk. ✌✌✌✌

[@rakiest]

He went on Americas Got Talent and ended up 3rd or something. He never performed as well as this again.

[@anthonyjalaniz3]

That ending was absolutely epic 😍

[@jotacetila]

He always goes one step further than you ever thought possible. Genius.

[@jotacetila]

I love that he’s not afraid to make faces.

[@STREISOUND]

great voice...you´got spirit, soul,you belts....wow!! ...beautiful colors in your powerfull voice!!

[@tmac50488]

great range.. great emotion... dont let any one tell you any different

[@dingysd]

After five years, still the best damn performance on KZbin.

[@mzdrzk4909]

11 years and still counting

[@andoverctpatsy]

Just Beautiful. Gave me chills. WOW.

[@CH33R035]

That was bloody amazing! I'm gobsmacked! This is by far the best "And I Am Telling You" performance, I've ever come across. (Minus the two Jennifer's performances, nobody can top them)

[@loydnichole8652]

WHERE IS HE NOW? HE'S REALLY GREAT.

[@mousepotatoe937]

Great work. I feel privilidged to be able to say I am among the first few million people who first discovered Von Smith. We will be seeing this young talent for years to come. Thank you Rosie for bringing him to our attention!

[@ronn5868]

WHOOOO!! I got goosebumps, my eyes got all Misty and my hand went up in the air praising that voice!!!!! DAMN!!!!!!

[@crazz4dbz]

whew. that boy. is firken crazy at singing. amaziiiiiing how much talent there is out there.

[@Pateg7]

I found this video back in December and I've probably listened to him fifty times. He's a hometown fella, a neighbor you might say, from around the way. Now I know who he reminds me of... It is Sam Harris from that 1980's era show Star Search. (Anybody know what Sam's up too?) Anywho, Von is excellente. What an instrument he's using so powerfully. I hope he is able to follow his dreams.

[@christopherst.pierre-west7867]

I am in tears....what a voice! Mr. Von Smith, I salute you Sir! Never has a man's voice touch my heart my soul!!!!! Clive Davis you missed out on signing him to record! WHEW

[@mickkiesmith9110]

My first time ever hearing a male sing this song. Not to shabby, not to shabby at all. Nice job.

[@chainsawhero5]

Holy crap!! Wow. Crazy range

[@rainlillie]

WOW! Von, you were amazing on the View! Rosie, thanks so much for introducing the world to Von. I have a feeling this is just the beginning of great things to come.

[@SNicB]

i cant get enuff of his voice!! i listen to this like everyday!

[@Eljeffe96]

So much soul

[@MakeupByJessiy]

3:30-4:15 straight fire!! Kept rewinding it over and over again!!!

[@thomaifilm]

wonderful voice, wonderful performance- true grace amazing! I hope we see and hear more from this talented, young vocalist!

[@harveyreyes]

simply breathtaking!!!!

[@courtneyanderson1680]

I dont think this man got the applause he deserved....hands should have been BLEEDING!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Streams375]

Baby you can blow! May God bless you to go farther in your career than you could have ever imagined! Pam

[@luluandniki]

And I'm telling you Von, they are going to LOVE you! You are an amazing talent. Ive been looking at all your videos today and you have it all. Incredible voice, you dance, you act and it all seems so effortless. What a natural. Love you!

[@hot01rh]

Every time I watch videos of you I am amazed. I'm a performer in NYC and don't understand why you're not here. I know you probably want to be a recording artist, but you are incredibly gifted and would love to see someone with a voice like yours on stage . Great job it's always a joy to hear talented people doing what they love

[@oscarivanroqueacosta7237]

Que bárbaro, enorme talento, ¡Muchas felicidades!

[@manlew]

by far the best male singer I have ever heard. Hope to hear more.

[@jimmyhippenstiel8464]

Ok, I JUST compared you to Jennifer Hudson after listening to your Whitney cover, and then I find THIS? You are simply AMAZING in every way.

[@isaiahnicholas4661]

A black women turn into white man....goshhh he is so amazing and Vonatic voice ever!

[@charlesbarry2767]

WELL IT'S KINDA LIKE WHEN MJ TURNED FROM BLACK TO WHITE !

[@lindagayle7577]

Godly blessed voice!!! Sang that song boy!!!!!

[@rew3737]

Man! That one sent chills down my spine. You have really gotten comfortable with this song and seem to be making it your own! Loved it Von!

[@barbaral2313]

You will be a household name someday soon Von! Love your heart and how you share it for everyone to feel so much love, Yeah, were gonna love YOU!!!

[@BarbMomof3]

Ohmygosh...Von Lee Smith is an amazing talent and should be heard by everyone. I saw him on the View today 2-27-07 and he knocked my socks off...it's amazing that he could go on TV and sing like he has done it his whole life!!!! ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING!!! I can't wait to get his CD when it comes out!!!! Good Luck Von Lee Smith...you should be doing something more with all this talent...I hope you have an agent!!!

[@meghoult2023]

This guy is phenomenal! How are there people TALKING through this performance and how is he not a huge star!?

[@tmcrae63]

We really need a backstory on this guy. I came across him on YT years ago covering the Streisand song, "A Piece of Sky". He is a vocal phenomenon who does a lot of covers. The story that needs to be told is why we've heard anything "big" from him. No contract? No albums? No Broadway shows? There's got to be an explanation for why this guy with all of his vocal gifts is not well known. Interesting.

[@tenaciouspadma]

Oh my god. That was just... I'm speechless. You're incredible.

[@billnmike]

Phenomonal! I have heard this song performed many times over the last 20+ years, but this is, by far the best yet. What a gift...

[@26109216]

i'll never get tired of this performance!!

[@redweezie06]

Fantastic. What a voice. I'm sure we will hear more from you. You are very talented. Glad Rosie had you on the View.

[@Anonymous-wj1sy]

You're such an amazing singer...... I'm totally speechless 😮

[@stematfisnyc]

Earphones in and on another page reading when autoplay moves on to the next song and all I could think was I have to check out this woman cause she has some amazing voice. Thought it could be Jennifer ( The original Jennifer that is) but then saw Von and he put a big smile on my face.

[@rodrigodeoli]

i just can't understand how can he exist.... my friend, you have not one of the voices, but THE MOST AMAZING VOICE I've ever heard... I don't know if I wanna sing anymore...

[@joelarama]

serapho1972 You wonderfully stole my words..Von is unique. I can't wait to buy his Album..so deserves it...extraordinary vocals!!!..Hopefully soon.

[@searene1]

He is fantastic. Good job. Glad to see your being noticed now by the world. Thanks to Rosie for the boost. He is great

[@VeritasVeritas]

I saw you on The View the other day and was astounded by your performance. FANTASTIC.

[@donatello1]

Saw him on The View this morning. WOW..so much talent.Remember that Rosie was the one to bring Josh Groban on to her show and look at him now. Thank-you Rosie for bringing such talent to us. I wish you the best man. Your journey has just begun.

[@KennethNewnum]

Wow!! I am blown away. What an incredible voice and I normally do not like male singers. You have a true gift. Don't let anybody ever tell you otherwise.

[@simbaqueen]

Hope to see you on more shows on television Von. You are going to be huge.

[@giftedkay]

it's like the 10th time i'm lookin @ this n man i can barely express myself bout it;i saw your performance on BET n I was like wt the ... just happened, i was WOW'd! u r really amazin, u got it all: tenor, base even soprano!!! if i was a Big Music International tv broadcast I would call u too! u deserve wat u're aiming for :THE STARS!!!

[@PsychoPixie57]

this man is wonderful

[@ksfella]

i can't stop watching, great performance! hope you make it big.

[@heyitsfunny]

Absoluty amazing! So much better than ANYONE they have on Amer Idol right now!! Now he won't even need Amer Idol to jumpstart his career. Take that Simon! Dont know how he wasnt discovered before all this! This guys on his way for sure! Best wishes Von :)

[@laffytaffykaffy]

I just watched you on The View, and you were amazing, gave me chills...WoW! I had to see it again, that's what made me seach and favorite you... MORE PLZZZZ!!!

[@joncerda351]

0:57 I always sing this riff at karaoke

[@Hectorlionelcroons]

Words can't even begin to describe how amazing this performance was on so many levels, simply spectacular!!

[@pabspale]

Wonderful voice! Wonderful performance! You got it, man!! Congrats!

[@MsT05]

Sing it boy! I've been sharing with this everyone. Excellent vocals and passion.

[@ChuckNYC71]

HOLY S**T You go boy, you have a wonderful gift. Hope(and most likely will)to see you more often.

[@sailemeraude41]

He's great!!! Who needs American Idol!! Some big wig will see him and sign him soon

[@kammypv]

Okk Im blown away by talent and performance how is it possible that he is not the most famous singer on the face of the earth yet!?!?!! Saw Von on opening act and cant get enough!

[@hozza18]

oh my g-d! incredible! i cant believe ppl were taking at the beginning...so glad he got their attention by the end cos that was unreal!

[@shawnsoldit]

Finally! Someone with originality! Kicking some butt! Looking forward to your first CD! I'd buy it!

[@wolfpit1]

You're a phenomenon! The first time that I heard Jennifer Hudson on Idol I knew she was gonna be a star and I feel the same way listening to you now. Don't wait, go for it!

[@Rachster86]

I never heard a guy sing this song but there is only one word to describe this. Brilliant! BRAVO!

[@madoiron]

I was in here comparing the two Jennifers when I accidentally found this video. "And let me be telling you", I'll be eagerly following THIS young man's career.

[@ZekeCastillo]

There's only a few people in this world who can sing this song that good and you are part of that few!!! AMAZING

[@tommiemays]

I got chills, which means that I have just witness an awesome performance. He is in good company with both Jennifer's!

[@NwEra04]

DAMN!! Excellent rendition! I hope you make it in the industry.

[@harveyreyes]

you are amazing!!!such a breathtaking performance..hhhoooohhhhh!!!!dddaaaammmmnnnn

[@qminix]

Excellent...excellent indeed! The emotion, the voice, i'd even say keep the look because it fools everyone who has that stereotypic view that you should look a certain look to sing a certain type of song/genre! Be you VON!!! U ROCK! Don't get caught up in the entertainment make-over..cause then you lose what is real...I saw BET! But I love this better! I'm a fan for life yo!!!

[@mardin323]

=WOW= All I can say is AMAZING! No matter what you sing. No matter what negative thoughts people may say...don't ever give up on your GIFT...your TALENT...or your HEART. Wish outhe best!

[@evatrost1750]

How on earth are their people still talking?! What is wrong with them? How can you not stay still and be amazed?

[@PaulOfTheNorth]

Goosebumps here. Holy smokes, you're amazing. Yeah, I'm a bit late on this one. You're still 1000% amazing today though.

[@Dorian1126]

I record 106 & Park every day and I usually do so in hopes of coming across a great performance here and there but today as I fast forward through the show (like MTV they air the same videos daily) I saw a caucassian, which is unusual, the only other caucasian invited has been Justin Timberlake so I immediately stop rewind and play and to my amazement my jaw dropped as I watched this OUTSTANDING, EMOTIONAL, AWESOME performance by this young man.

[@jonmcsingee]

Von, WHATEVER you choose to sing you rock and can be successful doing. Bravo man!!! (Love the echoes).

[@theemotions]

Thank you sanderek, finally someone paying attention to technique. The boy can sang! But it does seem to be an imitaion of the original artist. I would love to hear an original piece from this up and coming artist.

[@Roudline]

Fantastic job! luv it!! Great range!

[@trallalallalah]

Von Smith, you are a miracle...Epic !!!!!

[@speakintruth02]

this has got to be one my favorite videos ever. You have one of the most amazing voices i have ever heard. Thank you for your voice and your song.

[@hunkyo]

wow... amazing guy.. he really went there !! please sing more !!! put up some more songs if you got some:-))

[@rainsan]

Boy, are you going to get a record deal or what? You are a great singer!

[@missstarmag]

Absolute quality! Wow, what a voice! Love it so much that it has got to be rewinded time n time again. One more time! Lol

[@Claudizzaa]

Oh my freaking god! That was freaking awesome! Woah! I cant get over it! I hope you get found and made a huge star because that was wickedly wonderful!

[@chrisbee313]

I can't even begin to tell you how great of a singer you are!!! You definitely got some pipes boy!!! You just made me a fan for life. Thank Rosie for bringing you to my attention. Good Luck in the future.

[@DannyMurillo3]

Absolutely AMAZING. There is no doubt in my mind that you would have taken that million dollar prize from America's Got Talent winner, Bianca Ryan. Amazing voice.

[@RCuch]

Fantastic! Keep on singing.

[@Arianne73]

ABSOLUTELY AMAAAAAZING!! Being a singer myself, I listen to professional singers all the time. You rank with the BEST of them, Von. I look forward to seeing you in your own show soon :)

[@jlasf]

After watching "American Idol" tonight, one really appreciates Von's talent. There was no one who could touch him. It's so amazing that Von didn't even get past the initial screeners.

[@AdamDaxton]

A LEGEND JUST BORN

[@darneasamuels2834]

Ok, Von Smith!!! I clapped after that. U killed that!! It's not often you see a young man take on this song, but u did your thing for sure. But the audience was pitiful. U needed a room full of black women to sing in front of... we would've been screaming to the top of our lungs as u sang. Props young man!!!

[@dythangel]

This is an amazing talent....for those that are like tone it down? are you kidding this is a man born for theatre period! forget the pop bs,theatre holds more talented people than there will ever be found on your mtv channel. I hope to see you in ny sometime.

[@mabaker]

WOW, I so hear Céline's style of singing. VERY nice, really spot on!

[@micbaelz]

Wooooow he has an amazing voice awesome ^^

[@jmahrky]

damn, he's really got it going on!!! he ripped that song in his own way and made it into his own...wow!!! awesome job kid!!!