Ashley Hess: She's Not Sure Singing Is Her Thing But Then She Opens Her Mouth | American Idol 2019

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[@JM-ed7vo]

She has a studio voice without a studio, rare.

[@anoraleteu8594]

Yah ikr

[@donnawoodford6641]

Maybe lounge singing? She's great!

[@akashcovers]

Have u ever seen , lullaby by aida

[@miafasino1395]

jessica M g getready r

[@joffy9373]

jessica M Its called being able to sing, its not rare, just unusual to hear since like 90% of popular modern music todya is by artists that CANT SING

[@mrbegals4122]

It's like she isn't even trying hard to sing...it's just natural...she is gifted

[@sarah-annecarney5458]

I have to agree that wasnt even at full power. Just natural talent. Nailed it!!

[@csss142]

And a fucking dime and a half. She set up for success

[@anoraleteu8594]

I lover her tone omg. So raspy and breathy

[@anoraleteu8594]

Is it just me.... or does she sound a lot like Tori Kelly?

[@gabrielcat72]

No, that is YEARS and YEARS of hard work. This breath control, agility, clarity, pitch, this is YEARS of hard work and you can do it too. It IS a gift, a gift she gave herself

[@cloudz4596]

The tone and color of her voice is like sitting near burning wood drinking hot chocolate and getting warm inside your own house a snowy day

[@TheJanayWellsShow]

Totally, probably would have an awesome Xmas album

[@KonesThe]

oh man... I'm in my room in a rainy day and I was definitely in that mood.

[@chrishybart3269]

crownzsef 3210z wow !!! What a wonderful ( and accurate) way of describing her singing.

[@roush1987]

This might be the most accurate description of a singing voice i've ever seen. Kudos to you

[@shreyajacob8062]

That’s so true 🥰

[@lololl4732]

Ashley: My favourite colour is yellow No one: Katy Perry: tHaTs UsuLly tHe LaSt SkItTlE iN tHe BaG fOr mE

[@akashhazarika2782]

Also katy perry before:Whats ur favorite color

[@orlys.3372]

I think she knew that yellow was her favorite color. They know all info about them before.

[@carolinecull6563]

I don’t think Katy has any skittles left in her bag

[@joshuadinan5512]

Pretty sure she meant starburst

[@shr00mhead]

@@joshuadinan5512 Im pretty sure she meant pussy.

[@redwoods7370]

Contestants with real talent are always modest on this show.

[@LadyOaksNZ]

yes for sure... humble as

[@lian7092]

not ollways

[@DanDAlittleMan]

Carolus it’s because the producers always tell them to, to get more MONEY

[@emmymatt]

Periodtt

[@euanb3970]

And the bad ones think they are the best

[@ljeffcoat8414]

She sits there so confident while 3 of the biggest Grammy winning artists on the planet are hypnotized by her...... You go girl.

[@46lfries]

There are clips of her singing on KZbin she can really thing she has that all American Girl look and she's really sweet you have to stand out you have to stand out if one of the judges don't like her that much you're gone

[@meandermind]

Luke and Katy don't have any "Grammy's" and Lionel has 4.

[@ljeffcoat8414]

@@meandermind she sits there so confident while 3 of biggest award winning artists on the planet are hypnotized by her.....you go girl. And remember, theres a prick in every crowd.

[@meandermind]

and ignorance is bliss... but knowledge is power.

[@robertevers6239]

L Jeffcoat this girl is good . And the Judges can sing. But I have seen some Rap singers win awards that are shitty. The Standards are so low.

[@bobbyboywonder12]

And her personality isn’t repulsive. She’s a winner

[@andyashworth7750]

The way she sings 'I would die in ecstasy' at 3:10 is honestly one of my favourite runs I've ever heard

[@ashleyrckchannel7064]

Why the heck did he stop her singing she's so good. I wanted to keep listening

[@ChristineJonah88]

Because she was so good. He didn't need to hear it all the way through.

[@ChristineJonah88]

Because she was that good.

[@melindamanglay4380]

Ikr.. they kept interrupting her. AMD their voices are damn annoying. Jokes not funny. That's why I watch the voice. Judges are less annoying. It's about the singers and their talent.. not the damn judges and their annoying jokes and laughs and humor ( not funny).

[@MiniManderz]

They also used up alot of her time just talking to her, so she didnt have alot of time left...if you noticed they were rushing. Also they were super wowed. I was also annoyed at all the interruptions -.-' just let the lady sing, wonder what else her voice can do ^-^

[@janayahlaurelle9441]

The song is very repetitive so I mean it’s not like the song gets better or anything at the end

[@qcislander]

Pure gold. It's no surprise Lionel just gets up and slaps the piano. Ho-lee-sheets. This woman was *born* to sing.

[@VioletFlameMusic]

Katy wasn't jealous. She was blown away. Ashley Hess, is amazing, and this performance was flawlessly phenomenal!

[@daisybrain117]

Finaly a 27 year old who doesn’t know what she wants to be . Plus i love her singing 💛💛💛 GOOD LUCK

[@sarah-annecarney5458]

Ohhhh don't worry about that I'm 30 and have no clue 😅 I feel her about not believing in herself. There's plenty of us haha.

[@daisybrain117]

Sarah-Anne Carney thank you u made my morning ..

[@bossmodl3thalpoppa484]

Finally? At 27 u should know what u want to be

[@rebekahm.3351]

I'm 40. I never committed to any one thing. I say you don't have to be any one thing. Dabble in multiple things that make you happy. It doesn't even have to be at the same time.

[@bossmodl3thalpoppa484]

Reb Mill youre delusional and obviously have no financial responsibility to anyone...most people would commit in order to progress and provide further for their family.

[@lindseysowell6789]

I wanna hear her sing Christmas carols 🤣♥️

[@kateandrewsomers5026]

This = life!!!

[@LisasLifeThenandNow]

Lindsey Sowell I was thinking the same thing!!! Christmas music!!

[@supershiny98]

OMGGGGG I WAS THINKING THIS RIGHT WHEN SHE STARTED SINGING!!

[@redwoods7370]

Yes!!!

[@michelandree]

Yes

[@mia_west]

I cried when she was sent home 😭 She reminds me of Tori Kelly

[@tmcc6847]

That's dumb..she shouldn't have been sent home

[@Belldandy722]

Why tf was she sent home?!

[@kkibela]

Hahaha no way not with that voice

[@steenfraosterbro3268]

Ohh yeah that girl from 90210 😎

[@andreemichaels6476]

That's what they do good singers go all the time.

[@morbiusprime2043]

She sings so effortlessly and acts so casually, it's unreal

[@ultimateyaoifangirl]

She knows how to pick a song. This perfect for her voice.

[@JustKeepSinging24]

*This is perfect, not (This perfect).

[@msaikop]

Her voice is so familiar but also unique. I am confused !!!

[@mcdreyer7272]

Me 2

[@schoolproject3774]

She kinda reminds me of tori kelly

[@sarona6589]

She kindaa sounds like alicia keys

[@gabbylarue3264]

Reminds me of Leann Rimes

[@onel9765]

Reminds me of drake

[@LC-ey1li]

She totally deserved that ticket. I’m blown away by how pure her voice is

[@coldh4nd]

What the?!?!? Where is she now. This women is giving me chills. Her voice is so pure, the way she effortlessly enriches her vocals with real emotion is captivating.

[@ashantimonique]

I think she’s a gospel singer now she has a song with Chandler Moore called “Yet”

[@lr2075]

She is not delusional Lionel and Katy. She is modest and humble and the next american idol.

[@charleypatterson9956]

l r YES!! She has whatever it is that makes her *feel* what she's singing about, and she's not a powerhouse "lookie what I can do" kind of person. I can't wait to see her blossom over the next couple months!

[@verizone2131]

He will be dumped. Prediction is out save it for later use.

[@mr.write1433]

its sarcasm bra.

[@morganmarcella47]

She didn't make it so she's not that good

[@neenasingh5089]

Marcella Upton that doesn’t mean she’s not that good lol do you honestly think the absolute best vocals win this ? And who is deciding who competes at the top, mediocre singers who are only famous out of luck like Katy perry ? It’s a show made for ratings and that’s how the winner is picked, and crappy sub-par pop stars that mostly aren’t even the best of best themselves are choosing the group who gets to compete, so if you get through usually has nothing to do with where your talent ranks

[@LCBABEZ]

I'd marry her. She's just so chill. Her life must be so easygoing. She looks like she takes life one day at a time fluidly.

[@weesebowski8651]

As everyone should live it! Cheers

[@ahahhah435]

are u gay person

[@LCBABEZ]

@@ahahhah435 does it matter? 💁‍♀️

[@ahahhah435]

yes

[@LCBABEZ]

@@ahahhah435 why

[@embrymilo5316]

Just saw her in concert with Maverick City Music last night!!! She's so amazing!!

[@jmatt4life]

It’s like she’s been doing this piano, lounge singing all her life and it just naturally flows from her! She is so comfortable. She is an ENTERTAINER, an ARTIST, A STAR!!!

[@MrTiton536]

She just won the show period. Have not heard a voice that good in all the seasons to date honestly. Unbelievable

[@gifeechick9939]

Her and alejandro aranda are the best

[@gifeechick9939]

If someone hasnt seen alejandro aranda go check his audition out. Those 2 are the best

[@martinmorales5456]

Tyrone McDonald she is very pretty she is very very talented she is the best are all the contestants so far Alejandro cannot compare to her that is my opinion she can sing very well all the rest can sing okay compared to her I hope she wins

[@anneis46]

Except for Adam Lambert . . . I agree. I will watch to see her win . . . I hope.

[@jeepjeff9131]

@@martinmorales5456 I agree

[@joebob43]

Love the humility. Love that she doesn't realize how good she is. Hopefully the personality can shine.

[@hello-vy5lb]

k tab How can it shine when you don't want her to know how good she is?

[@carbonk4990]

For some reason Katy always looks jealous to me when someone comes with talent. No hate intended but her facial expression is just...idk

[@teodoramilosavljevic5285]

SAME

[@ankitasingh6456]

Carbon K cannot agree more

[@sunshinezzz4466]

I think that's just how her face is lol

[@daniellehand7604]

Carbon K I thought the same thing!

[@zoeysophia2638]

Carbon K ikr I noticed the same thing

[@conorprice4229]

Imagine the confidence boost she must have got from this.

[@simonemoore7361]

When he interrupted her i was so mad like whyyy did he do that

[@ChristineJonah88]

Because she was so good he didn't need to hear more.

[@pkrameshkumarr]

Its okay sometimes when u are contestant

[@melindamanglay4380]

These judges are annoying

[@cal3259]

she was just getting to the good part. I swear his attention span is next to nothing.

[@kennethschwartz9351]

Because they are all buffoons--especially patety kerry

[@pcdoctor48]

Wow, she's a natural. Great voice and vibe from her.

[@delg1211]

Totally, sooo luvable

[@pangiras]

When she sings "My heart is drenched in wine" its like I can feel her heart. Her persona is magical. World is a beautiful place, I am loving my stay here.

[@anusharoy5247]

Seemed like Katy got a little jealous 😂

[@aydriebrownieasmr7026]

Anusha Roy she sang the wrong lyrics I think Katy before she sang

[@bdmkareem2691]

True

[@tatamara7796]

Of course but katy is kind and honest

[@rakgadim.mohlala1324]

Simon Cowell was very right... you don't choose someone to sit in that chair waiting to judge someone who is one day going to replace them😂

[@monesqe]

I saw several comments like this, and I don't get that impression at all. She seems proud to find real talent.

[@meghasinghaniahmu]

It's like a rainy day with hot coffee/chocolate, a good book or just looking out the window!! Or a chilly night by the sea, bonfire and s'mores and enjoying the moon and stars!! Or a winters day with the fireplace lit up, cozed up and having a hot cup of coffee/chocolate or a Christmas night in a voice!! Her voice is so smooth and dreamy!!

[@psw4763]

She's great. Accepted her going to Hollywood very well. No hysterics. Excellent.

[@traceybrascom6598]

I could listen to her all day. Her voice is so beautiful.

[@1Kaileegirl]

A beautiful humble girl with a beautiful gift Sings like an angel

[@sinjon]

Ashley put up a full version of this in response to the requests. This woman is awesome

[@sherd19gmail]

OMG that is one of the BEST VOICES I have ever heard

[@Ethanpond42]

This girl is so naturally gifted it’s crazyyyyy

[@AlanQuinn-bo6fx]

LOL does it not scare you to think of the incredible voices we don't know about - Ms. A. Hess is how shall I say STUNNING vocally OMFG

[@Barneyrubble241]

Norah Jones is an amazing singer and that is a really hard song to sing. Those notes are up there. This young lady nailed it.

[@bbaines132]

Absoluely Flawless!! With a sweetness to match. This is real talent. She's not screaming, rapping or attempting a range that she knows her voice can't reach.. Perfectly on pitch. WoW!

[@gladegoodrich2297]

Might be the best voice i've heard on these talent shows. Sign this girl up!!!

[@brandonmississippi1]

Just a perfect, angelic voice.

[@JESSICACLARA1000]

This was a very classy audition

[@aliceadam6896]

I was so annoyed that he stopped her from singing. 😤😖

[@BenightedStar]

Right???

[@andriputra6955]

Because he got the idol..

[@moistveronica6843]

She recently uploaded a full version to her youtube channel. Check it out!

[@muzikizfun]

If you look on KZbin you'll find a video of her singing the entire song, worth a listen!

[@LibertyLeslie]

same

[@cassgray9340]

I don’t think she doesn’t believe in herself, like Katy said. What she has is confident humility, and that’s a rare quality these days.

[@devinw5150]

Why does Katy always look so envious when there’s a great female singer on the show?

[@razan9874]

I WAS LOOKING FOR THIS COMMENT...I felt like people would get so defensive about Katy's personality...Even luke said she was jealous 😬

[@devinw5150]

Raz x It’s pretty obvious that she doesn’t like it when she’s not the one in the spotlight

[@dinavienna]

Devin yeah i noticed the same. My guess is she s likely Leo - destined to take on a stage, but not likely to share the spotlight

[@eviebernal2913]

Ego

[@Zulls23]

dinavienna she’s a Scorpio

[@dicksonhoang]

Man... her voice like water down from the stream and sweet like an angel ! Next American Idol !!!

[@MrDego87]

Who is this girl? She sounded so amazing.

[@flawsjohnny]

Ben Dego its in the title lol

[@heidicusic6718]

Ashley Hess

[@tubytootoo]

I teared up a bit listening to this. That kind of effortless singing is rare. I felt the same way I first listened to Feist. It's like singing is easier than talking. Then amazingly she just pops right back into the song after stopping a couple of times. Definitely to be appreciated.

[@DBNostalgia]

She gives me major 90s and 2000s vibes just such a good feeling in the tone of her voice

[@marcchapleau8343]

Ashley Hess is a true wow! The complete package! She actualy sang that song better than the original!

[@BadAssBullet12]

she's got that voice where you hear a song on the radio and you dont know the title and then scramble quickly to your phone and look it up like a maniac!

[@charleypatterson9956]

BadAssBullet12 Right?! ^_^

[@billieshomies8381]

BadAssBullet12 yes

[@alphonzoadams6918]

You hit it on the head!!!

[@dougmacdonald3678]

Best contestant I'v seen so far.....and no long drawn out sob story either, love that part too.

[@hawkeye1836]

She has got one of the most Beautiful, Recognizable, and Sultry voices I have ever heard. Every time I hear her sing, I fall deeper in Love, with her voice. And of course, Ashley is not hard on the eyes. Does anyone see a new star on the Horizon, I do.

[@xlnu]

Damn she’s good, her voice is so smooth...she needs to drop a holiday album

[@sinjon]

My new favorite. Beautiful voice without all the runs and trying to over impress

[@gifeechick9939]

Alejandro aranda is awesome too my second fav her

[@patrickcrowther6091]

She sounded as if she played in piano bars for years Very talented and such an awesome personality

[@joulesworld22]

What on Earth is Ashley Hess doing in this competition? She needs to go straight to booking a record deal! Absolutely beautiful voice and such humility. Love her!!!!

[@Ethanpond42]

Full body chills every time I watch this video. Her runs are CRAZY.

[@marym6900]

I love her,voice and behavior, hope she can be the winner

[@gifeechick9939]

Shes good next to alejandro hes the best

[@christineanderson7212]

Omg her voice is amazing....

[@NELLY-wn6hk]

For some reason I want to hear her sing a Christmas song 😂

[@Amber-rd9dg]

Same!

[@StreetDisciple86]

OMG she really is a natural and so nonchalant about it; absolutely sheltered from her unbelievable talent. Girl you can sing, don't let anyone tell you different. You just heard it from three of the best to ever do it; get grinding girl!

[@steepskier5301]

Humble, grounded, beautiful, gorgeous voice, talented...a winner!

[@maryclaremayo6157]

Ashley Hess, what a beautiful voice, wonderful musicianship, you sing to us, you sing your heart so easily. Whew. You brought tears to my eyes, you lovely woman. Thank you.

[@jadugartapes]

One of the best auditions. Ever.

[@ErikPehrsson]

I just so happened to be wearing headphones while watching this and her voice sounds like a recording!!

[@queenvictoria7791]

Her voice is just amazing love listening to her she can make me go to sleep and dream a beautiful dream. She is amazing and OMG she is very beautiful both inside and outside😙😙😙😙😙

[@46lfries]

That's when you have a Christian girl singing that's why

[@MrMarkpark]

She’s on another level. I wonder if they sometimes bring in a ringer to make the show more interesting. She’s also going to look amazing with Hollywood makeup

[@commonerror420]

She really gifted. I love her talent. I really love the judges that they have now, they are so in sync with each other. They have so much chemistry between the 3 of them its amazing.

[@margicates553]

I’ve seen her covers and riff challenges on insta. She’s got some chops, and she’s down to earth. She’s gotta win.

[@dollymagojo7130]

She is super good. and beautiful ❤️

[@mikeruggia3848]

I'm calling it now ...she's the next American idol

[@cosmosrunner2468]

I know, just call it.

[@douglasthompson9896]

Yes she is....👍

[@mommytomillions7551]

Mike Ruggia facts

[@charleypatterson9956]

ME TOO!! ^_^

[@mohamadaljamal8116]

She could still make bad song choices. Hope she doesnt bcz she is really good

[@fatmahures5826]

OMG, she's amazing, sang so clear & perfect without any effort 👏👏👏👌

[@johnnyotc8470]

I love how Katie Perry recognizes immediately that this girl has more talent then she does. Her body language is everything.

[@saoirse2828]

I remembered my dentist used to sing while cleaning my teeth, he said to make him calm and me too, I mean it is called talent. I adore this woman.😘 gifted, already love her.

[@ryuvibes2123]

Awesome soul in her voice ! Could listen to her all day eyes closed too !!!!

[@LaurelLaneBowen]

Wasn’t expecting to like her voice but holy crap her voice is gorgeous

[@jacquelinejohnson644]

And now, in April 2024, she has written one of the most spirit filled, anointed songs Yet.

[@marcdigregorio6022]

Great voice. Very humble. She showed Katy after her comment, “don’t know why I didn’t win”.

[@jacobmccain8794]

Marc DiGregorio what do you mean she showed Katy, it wasn’t an insult

[@charleypatterson9956]

Yeah, but I think it was kinda mean of Katy to say that. Maybe she was joking, I dunno.

[@johngarbarzyk5549]

I think Katy was just making fun of herself. She has been nominated for 11 Grammy Awards but has not won any.

[@elmalloc]

@@johngarbarzyk5549 due to lack of singing voice

[@markmaynard6551]

As good as they tried to tell her she was ( and she's FABULOUS ) , to her credit, she knew she had more work to do. LUV this Work Ethic that she has - that and her Voice - 2019 American Idol Winner.

[@TheAtl0001]

Her voice is sooo beautiful.

[@tuffenuff6275]

Her voice makes me cry...so beautiful! What a gift!

[@MrMarkpark]

She’s pretty amazing. Now she should stop wasting her time and go on The Voice

[@Pag0017]

Why? I am not watching currently this or anything similar, but isn't the Voice only about the coaches? Who became really absolutely superstar famous from there? They are sometimes much more talented than their coach and nothing. I mean, I am writing from a small European country, but I know only about UK Xfactor contestants who actually really made it worldwide and Idk why :D

[@JustKeepSinging24]

@@Pag0017move along troll

[@JustKeepSinging24]

@@Pag0017 jealous much..

[@rosscockburn2269]

Amazing voice out of such a beautiful soul. Heaven may be missing an angel.

[@stevenirish6160]

Her voice is perfect 👌

[@la-lahjohnson3945]

Humble with a beautiful voice👍 how did she not win ⭐

[@ba8aya6a3]

I’m surprised if she didn’t win. Pretty, humble, great voice.

[@rayhutfles3997]

I have to agree with the judges, this lady will be one to watch. Her future is definitely in singing if she wants it.

[@DrDoobs420]

Ashley should be more well known, this voice is amazing!

[@ladybug9708]

She has an AMAZING VOICE! Smooth, unique, beautiful tones!!! Oh my!!!

[@proudamericanson9451]

Hi Ms Hess from Freemont. I'm Mr Hess from Oakland Calif. I lived in Freemont long before you ever thought of being born. You are Awesome, what a Great Voice!!! You serve the Hess Name very well. After hearing you sing I am positive the World will see a whole lot more of you. Good Luck sweetie, I expect you will be filling up Large Stadiums very Soon. So proud of you Ms Hess

[@tjm7914]

Girl has soul. For sure. Suits her voice too.

[@sweetlazylife8190]

she looks and sounds like an angel! Hell yes😍

[@hollyandlorifineart9591]

Her voice is perfection🎶🎶🎶

[@Evelyn-uo1rb]

Pretty, humble and talented, love her!

[@desjamay]

She’s just fabulous, her voice is effortless, seems so grounded, and she’s beautiful, hope she does well on this journey 👌👏🎤🎹🎬

[@Tarolyn17]

Definition of a person who down plays her NATURAL TALENTS AND GIFTS. Babygirl you deserve the world and all the love in it has for you.

[@rachelowen3288]

Amazing could listen to her all day. Needs a record.