Ben Platt - "Ease My Mind" (YouTube Space Performance)

Watch Ben Platt perform songs from his debut album Sing To Me Instead at the KZbin Space in NYC
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Fans worldwide fell head over heels for Ben Platt during his Tony® Award-winning turn in the title role of Dear Evan Hansen and on-screen in films such as the Pitch Perfect franchise. As the vocalist, actor, and performer sang life into a host of nuanced and fascinating characters, audiences embraced his voice wholeheartedly. By dusting off the piano, picking up a pen, and singing his own truth straight from the heart, he shared another side of himself as a solo artist.
Ben achieved superstar status as Evan Hansen in Dear Evan Hansen, originating the lead role. The New York Times lauded him as a “breakout star,” and he went on to receive the 2017 Tony® Award for “Best Actor in a Musical.” Other honors included “Best Musical Theater Album” at the 2018 GRAMMY® Awards for the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Dear Evan Hansen, “Outstanding Musical Performance in a Daytime Program” at the Daytime EMMY® Awards for a cast performance of “You Will Be Found” on The Today Show, and more. Not to mention, he joined forces with Hamilton mastermind Lin-Manuel Miranda to craft a mash-up of “The Story of Tonight” and “You Will Be Found,” benefiting the “March for Our Lives” anti-gun violence movement.
Signed to Atlantic Records by Chairman and C.E.O. Craig Kallman and President of A&R Pete Ganbarg, he explored his formative influences, ranging from timeless singer-songwriters such as Joni Mitchell and Carole King to legendary crooners like Donny Hathaway, Ray Charles, and Stevie Wonder. As a result, the music delivers confessional lyricism by way of soulful intimacy as part of one cohesive narrative on his 2019 full-length debut, Sing To Me Instead. The 12-track album, which was primarily produced by Jenn Decilveo, chronicles the highs and lows of a transformative relationship. Showcasing his story, Ben penned several songs solo and co-wrote the remainder of material alongside the likes of Ben Abraham, Eg White, Nate Cyphert, Michael Pollack, and more.
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Fans worldwide fell head over heels for Ben Platt during his Tony® Award-winning turn in the title role of Dear Evan Hansen and on-screen in films such as the Pitch Perfect franchise. As the vocalist, actor, and performer sang life into a host of nuanced and fascinating characters, audiences embraced his voice wholeheartedly. By dusting off the piano, picking up a pen, and singing his own truth straight from the heart, he shared another side of himself as a solo artist.
Ben achieved superstar status as Evan Hansen in Dear Evan Hansen, originating the lead role. The New York Times lauded him as a “breakout star,” and he went on to receive the 2017 Tony® Award for “Best Actor in a Musical.” Other honors included “Best Musical Theater Album” at the 2018 GRAMMY® Awards for the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Dear Evan Hansen, “Outstanding Musical Performance in a Daytime Program” at the Daytime EMMY® Awards for a cast performance of “You Will Be Found” on The Today Show, and more. Not to mention, he joined forces with Hamilton mastermind Lin-Manuel Miranda to craft a mash-up of “The Story of Tonight” and “You Will Be Found,” benefiting the “March for Our Lives” anti-gun violence movement.
Signed to Atlantic Records by Chairman and C.E.O. Craig Kallman and President of A&R Pete Ganbarg, he explored his formative influences, ranging from timeless singer-songwriters such as Joni Mitchell and Carole King to legendary crooners like Donny Hathaway, Ray Charles, and Stevie Wonder. As a result, the music delivers confessional lyricism by way of soulful intimacy as part of one cohesive narrative on his 2019 full-length debut, Sing To Me Instead. The 12-track album, which was primarily produced by Jenn Decilveo, chronicles the highs and lows of a transformative relationship. Showcasing his story, Ben penned several songs solo and co-wrote the remainder of material alongside the likes of Ben Abraham, Eg White, Nate Cyphert, Michael Pollack, and more.
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[@kraizer2484]

Why is it so better when he sing his songs live.

[@cowboylike_zoe]

I’m just spitting balling and saying it’s because of his theatre background do he knows how to sing live well

[@deepmind5318]

@@cowboylike_zoe he's incredibly talented.

[@dearjaredkleinman2104]

Its probably bc he has worked on musical theatre so much, the techniques singers use are different from the ones musical actors use. (Yanno cos they sing live all the time)

[@whoknows2420]

FACTS

[@kaylabella23]

The fact that it’s his favorite song on the record makes me happy! Soon as I heard it I knew I wanted to walk down the aisle to the chorus 💜 love you Ben

[@artvid-1915]

Same! Want this to be my wedding song

[@alanam6850]

i want this to be my first dance :’)

[@araragomen5920]

Ben has grown so much as a person and an artist. I can't express my love for him and he's helped me through a lot. I love you, Ben.

[@supermojo9672]

One day he's the back up nerd singer And next thing i now, his voice is breaking my heart in tiny pièces.

[@julesivorytheantihero]

@@supermojo9672 ha! just got that reference.

[@ravendebonair]

This hits so close to home. I have major anxiety problems that can often be incapacitating. Ben's songs and his voice help calm things down. The music, the words, the voice, and the emotions behind them all sink in and make a difference.

[@deepmind5318]

He's one of the best singers of all time. He didn't earn his lifetime awards for nothing. An award winning legend is what Ben Platt is.

[@wickyhendy74]

glad his voice eases your mind...it does mine!

[@leif1075]

The one thing I don't get is why sp many songs are inspired by romantic relationships..why does no one ever sing about how romantc relatuonships in general and especialy monogamous ones can feel unnatural and uncomfortable and lonely strange and don't want any part of it? Where are those artists?

[@ravendebonair]

@@leif1075 I suppose one reason could be that songs like those wouldn't sell as easily. Although, the song Loney by P!nk is one where the relationship is back and forth wanting to be alone and times and not spend every waking minute together.

[@xtianmanalomusiccorner5217]

I wish you well buddy.. :) Ben, eases our minds.. :)

[@kelynnrose4653]

This is going to be my wedding song.

[@Sp00kieL00ps]

I AM SAYING!!!!

[@Mibenavidez13]

I can honestly say I'm starstruck please never change your sound Ben, and you will have fans for life! One of my many favorites and oh so perfect and hug-your-heart comforting.

[@spaceyboy]

Aw not your favorite... ☹☹☹ it's ok though

[@Mibenavidez13]

@@spaceyboy lol thanks. My favorite is actually In Case you Don't Live Forever and Grow As We Go. ♡

[@Mibenavidez13]

@@spaceyboy honestly Gamer he's one of my top three for soul endearing and authentic singers.

[@Mibenavidez13]

@@spaceyboy lol that's okay. I have been in a serious Ben platt/dear Evan hansen mood-since I heard the song You will Be Found a tear and a half ago. I mean I needed to hear that song and I've been smitten ever since. Lol that's cool though that you're a big fan lol

[@Mibenavidez13]

@@spaceyboy same. ^.< The first tune I heard it ..(actually the 7x) I heard it...it brought me to tears and my heart fell on the floor. I was breathless, nobody understood that part of me before. And this song just literated my soul out loud. It was amazing. Then I saw the play. And I was even more moved. For Evan Hansen was as lonely as I was at his age. Obviously the play is fake, the emotions that stemmed from it were so very real.

[@lizziewaugh9731]

how can one man be so talented?

[@irisjordan949]

ben, this is a complete long shot but i figure i might as well reach out. my 15th birthday is on may 4 and i am coming out to see your chicago show on may 3. i am so so so so excited to come see your kind soul and hear your amazing voice. my mom tried to get vip tickets for our family, but they sold out before we could get them. i have been through a lot in the few years i’ve been on this earth with medical issues such as arthritis and a genetic collagen defect, but music is the main thing that has gotten me through the long days. i am also a singer and can only dream of accomplishing the things you have. i hope to one day be on broadway as well. you are a major inspiration for me and your array of work has touched me on a level that nothing else ever has. is there any way i could get my family vip tickets, all of this said? even if we can’t get all 4 people in, even just 2 tickets for my mom and i would be extraordinary. i understand that you are a very busy person with lots of things to do and places to be and that you may not be able to accommodate my request, but it’s always better safe than sorry. not matter what happens, i will always support everything you do and look up to you as a major source of inspiration. i look forward to seeing you in chicago 💗 iris jordan please like this so ben and his team can see!

[@brandonburrell8517]

I hope you got your wish. I love your letter. It touched my heart, like a Ben Platt song.

[@aliyssasm.saputri8352]

Most days, I wake up with a pit in my chest There are thoughts that I can't put to rest There's a worry that I can't place Most nights, I am restless and quiet won't come So I lay there and wait for the sun There's a trouble that won't show its face You came out of nowhere and you cut through all the noise I make sense of the madness when I listen to your voice Darling, only you can ease my mind Help me leave these lonely thoughts behind When they pull me under, and I can feel my sanity start to unwind Darling, only you can ease my mind I'll admit, for a moment, I felt so afraid Just to show you the mess that I made There are pieces I usually hide But when you collect me with your steady hand With a language that I understand I feel put back together inside You came out of nowhere and you cut through all the noise I make sense of the madness when I listen to your voice Oh darling, only you can ease my mind Oh help me leave these lonely thoughts behind When they pull me under, and I can feel my sanity start to unwind Darling, only you can ease my mind Darling, only you can ease my mind Help me leave these lonely thoughts behind When they pull me under, and I can feel my sanity start to unwind Darling, only you can ease my mind

[@joaquindelatorre7128]

Jeez those key changes and riffs are so different from the album it’s good

[@jennifleur912]

That one person who disliked must have been blinded by tears and thought they were hitting the like button. But seriously, I love this album. Ben Platt is so talented and his music is so emotional. I can’t wait to see where Ben Platt’s career goes. This performance was gorgeous. He sounds exactly the same as the album which continues to blow my mind!

[@BS-yt6en]

I think this performance was even better than the album 😊

[@tringreyshepard3879]

Ben Platt’s voice eases my mind

[@katyazimoladchimanacromovo687]

I'm currently struggling with depression and anxiety and every since hearing this song, it sort of been my lifeline. It means so much to me in ways only I can understand. Thank you, Ben Platt.

[@joeysuerte4035]

"Hello everyone!" That is so precious. He doesnt even started yet but that was so good to hear.

[@ayeoritset5049]

I will sell my kidney to go to this man’s concert!

[@emmath5226]

i let the song play in the background..., paid attention to it for 5 seconds, hello goosebumps, #thatvoice ♥

[@space.404]

Ben Platt is the only one who can easy my mind I have seriously felt so bad this week and hearing your album live like this is like receiving a hug I can't ask for. Keep on being amazing Ben :')

[@morganc5611]

sᴇᴀʀᴄʜɪɴɢ ғᴏʀ ᴀɴ ɪᴅᴇɴᴛɪᴛʏ i really feel u on that one

[@Esmeralda-fo1dk]

Thank you for uploading these!! I was so sad I didn’t get to go but these videos make me feel like I was there :’)

[@spaceyboy]

Ben you shine so bright the Sun needs sunglasses to catch a glimpse of you

[@tonicaulfield294]

this one's my favourite too! I really do love ben's songs because there are so few that I actually relate to, and this one is just-- amazing. it's personal. it was written from his heart. and that's what makes a true artist.

[@emilyk9243]

His voice hits my heart in the best way possible, I love this song so much!!

[@connorfinishedthemilk9173]

There’s something about the way he performed that just pulls you in 😊

[@dallaslidwell7793]

Oh how my heart loves his vocals

[@kelynnrose4653]

Ben Platt, you ease my mind.

[@connorfinishedthemilk9173]

I would run a marathon to see him perform live ❤️

[@panchaliparbhoo3263]

I love singing along with him to this song. I'm not afraid to sing out loud like I normally am. This song gives so much confidence and peace.

[@megansmith2438]

Thank you for just being you and blessing us with such amazing content!

[@morganc5611]

This is my favorite song ever and it just hits me and I love it and I cry every time. Knowing that it’s his favorite just makes it more special Also why does he have the most calming speaking voice in the world? Like I’m- idek it’s just another reason to love him

[@popismyjam]

I'm so excited to see him in concert!!

[@pandArk90]

I love his album! And Ease my mind is one of my favorites!

[@spaceyboy]

You're my favorite singer ever!!!!!!!!! Your songs have such powerful meanings and messages I just can't get enough!!!!!!!!

[@deepmind5318]

He's my favorite singer of all time to be honest. He sings like a god

[@spaceyboy]

@@deepmind5318 maybe he is a god... lol

[@aliasgarjairaj3576]

I would gag at the thought of crying while watching a youtube video. Oh how things have changed, Ben Platt. Oh how you have changed me.

[@manyakay2990]

There's mind-blowing and then there's heart-blowing. And everything you do, Ben, blows my heart into tiny little pieces that somehow end up together again.

[@spaceyboy]

This album is so good that... WORDS FAIL!!! (Sorry Dear Evan Hansen reference...)

[@spaceyboy]

@Jamie Oliver oh wow... It's been a year already?! Time flies... I stick with my opinion though 😁

[@stxo.x]

Never apologize for a DEH joke!!!!!! 💙

[@Kendaroo]

Ben Platt is my favorite person on the planet most days. When I harmonize with him I feel lovely. Thank you for all the work and inspiration you do 💖

[@artvid-1915]

His vocal transitions are flawless

[@LallaBadrae1]

One of the best artists out there now. ☺️🎉👍

[@kristinvaha8689]

Omg... His voice gives me goosebumps!!!

[@panchaliparbhoo3263]

It's my favorite song on the album too! I've been so overwhelmed and upset this week. So much has happened and the pressure is sometimes too much. I keep crying because of all the anxiety. "You came out of nowhere and you cut through all the noise. I make sense of the madness when I listen to your voice" is exactly what you do for me. You help to ease my mind and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@guadalupelucio9429]

I love the way u sing always have since the pitch perfect movie . Now even more w/ these songs. Pure talent Ben. 👏👏👏👏💜💜💜😎😎🎤🎤🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@kelynnrose4653]

He's perfect. This one is my favorite one aswell

[@angelmaepriasmabatid9279]

I love it that this is also his favorite song in the album. 💖

[@mariana9399]

It made me cry, I didn't think that a live version could be better that the one of the album!

[@airanzafra5246]

We Love You a BENllion times around BEN!

[@MarySmith-wu6qx]

I swear his music is my absolute favorite. There's something about it that makes you connect and attach to it on a subconscious level, and even more so when he sings it live. I love your music Ben, and thank you for making it. ❤️

[@raizenzoldyck7563]

*i would kill for that voice!!!*

[@LeaMarie214]

This song speaks volumes. Been married for 9 years. Three kids. our oldest son was diagnosed with brain cancer almost a year ago and I never experienced anxiety like I did when he was sick. My husband kept me sane the entire time. Feeling all the feels over here. Thanks Ben.

[@KenCourtade]

Lovely!

[@ameliewright7820]

Dam this song has helped me through a lot. Love you Ben keep doing what you're doing you make so many people do happy and that's incredible..no one can thank you enough for that ❤❤❤

[@christinesecondes4908]

"Hey everyone" I replayed this again and again just to hear that line

[@nandipasplus]

when I tell you that ease my mind, especially live, is the only thing that matters in my life right now. I love Ben Platt so much, fell in love with his melody

[@deepmind5318]

Ben Platt is a legend!

[@elisaduarte3604]

This song is so amazing and hit me so deep 😭😭

[@dougrobnyc]

You Go Boy! Sing the song!!

[@TheMariam122]

Good heavens Ben, you are so special.

[@pipocadock7094]

Come to Brazil 🇧🇷. We want a performance.

[@evaroth523]

How does he make every song sound like his most beautiful song?????

[@russellsansom1673]

There are some albums which are perfect in all their parts that they gain a life of their own and become instant classics (Carole King's Tapestry, kd Lang's Ingenue etc); this is one of those.

[@jeremythemaxwell]

3:03 look at the girl in the background when he does the riff lmaooo

[@graishawnlandry6558]

I want to see him live! Please come somewhere near El Paso, Texas when you go on tour!

[@DewdleBob.]

When someone sounds better live then on the album

[@merakimoira4905]

Hahah I like both Deku

[@DewdleBob.]

@@merakimoira4905 I like both too!!!

[@DewdleBob.]

@Terence Fairy I totally get where you get that from!

[@fasttrack7528]

i love this i love this i love thissss

[@geneveworship2778]

Love this song ♥️

[@gryffindorgirl102]

i love this so much ❤️

[@juansanchezgarcia1480]

I love you Benny ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@A3_ashleigh]

I love this so much. Thank you Ben.

[@ArnaudSibille]

It's even better than the song on the album! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@jessiewetherell6]

beautiful ben!!!

[@javieranavarro5890]

I love this album so much

[@tinaisufi9244]

Ben Platt just a wonderful live performer. He's one of the greats and will be remembered as a legend forever. 👏👏👏❤❤❤

[@dirtylaundry8399]

big love for this song

[@norinawalder622]

just wow!

[@gabriellepica6117]

i could listen to his voice all day long gosh

[@samuelsuede4116]

Magical.

[@natalieg6903]

This song hits close to home. Bens voice litterly calms me down, I would do anything for his voice.

[@galcaph]

wow 😍

[@iwonakospapawowska7322]

Perfect

[@TC-zh2ok]

nice to hear that this song is special to him - the video for it really hits me hard cos all the little anxious mannerisms remind me so much of me when my anxiety is bad

[@reloadedben]

This song is so much personal. Thanks Ben ❣️

[@jarrlo29]

Pure Bliss.

[@javieranavarro5890]

amazing, beautiful, this is my favorite song on the album😍😍😭❤️

[@tongkemkonyak8353]

i have no words to describe how much i love you so yeah, that’s on that. thank u for your music 💜

[@caraliiina8453]

idk how to explain it, but there's something about him that just feels so familiar even though he's a complete stranger, u know??

[@linthetin6419]

I'm cryiiiing

[@torchwoodgal]

This has become one of my favourite songs of my overall list of music. Simply amazing... each note with emotional purpose to echo each word of the lyrics.

[@marilynelliott5546]

I listen to you all day Ben 😍 you do ease my mind ❤️ Love you so much 😍😘😘

[@zhangvict1]

A wonderful song about a subject matter that's vulnerable and not so often written about.

[@sunnyblue7800]

This calms my anxiety so so much. I'm so grateful for this song and ben as a human being

[@timgriffin807]

What a voice .. fantastic! But then on top of that, it's the message he's singing . Love him.

[@blaine6197]

This was posted on my birthday and I've never gotten a better gift!!!!! My favorite song on the whole album💙💘💝💗💚💛💙💞💚❤💞💝💙💝

[@cyrusanthonyordoyo4848]

his live version is always the best like literally

[@eloisecapizzi2107]

amazing sing and song!!!!

[@imaninicol]

YOU BETTA SANG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE THIS SONG AND LOVE YOU!

[@tabscollins]

king of riffs and runs

[@markjordancea7799]

this is my life song ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sunnyblue7800]

Oh what I would have given to be there and hear it live

[@sydneyhummel226]

😭😭😭💓 so peaceful

[@muze.mj11]

🇧🇷 Brazilian here... You are my Crush and my Wallpaper ❤️

[@TooTallTom94]

God I wish I could've been at the KZbin space for this... I love this album, and this is by far my favorite song!

[@Camilo29877]

¡En vivo tambien tiene una voz INCREÍBLE!