Daniel Powter Performs "Bad Day" on the CGT Stage | Canada's Got Talent 2024

Singer song-writer, Daniel Powter takes a risk by singing an original song (you may know it). Safe to say, it was a good day for Daniel!
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[@jaybeerodavia6300]

That's not a audition. That's a concert 👏

[@themasksamonji8606]

Not any concert, a free concert that everyone will cherish

[@conroysmith2581]

😳what!!!.......I cant believe they didnt reconize that dude....thats sad...really sad...im from jamaica and daniel songs always pop up almost every tuesdays and wednesdays on the local radio station on "throwback tuesdays and retro active wednesdays" in the rock music segments........this dude even has a album thats almost 20 years old......wow...

[@23bobjr]

@@conroysmith2581 its because he stayed out of the public eye and looks a lot different than he used to

[@slyztercoreveanged3175]

@@conroysmith2581 Nah, at the end howie said "they know". And the girl next to him said "here you go". Meaning that all the other judge know him because they from canada. But howie dont know him probably because daniel stay out of public and his only top song that the world recognize is "bad day". And most people know the song but doesnt know the actual singer. And howie probably one of them especially if u outside canada.

[@PhrostyGaming]

@@slyztercoreveanged3175 wtf are you talking about, Howie is Canadian..

[@reubert26]

Daniel Powter has millions of fans in the Philippines. We love him so much!

[@cbdabuan1289]

Ang mga bukol-bukol... 🎶

[@Shiro-xi5eh]

@@cbdabuan1289 ang mga bukol bukol

[@velvetrosemusic3256]

Yeah for being a one hit wonder.

[@paumauanay5796]

Omg! First time commenting on KZbin! I love that song reminds me my highschool days😊 bring back memories aaawwwwww!

[@knipson7928]

Billions of fans in india

[@lukericketts4055]

Very classy introduction “What’s your name” “Daniel” no last name, not necessary, “What song are you going to sing” “An original” so humble, leave the surprise for the performance that speaks for itself…. This had me in tears

[@DemonKingNemo]

The tears were a bit much lol

[@cathebuenaventura8556]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@popoijeps]

❤ not a bad day

[@reallife5201]

Tears

[@wendypascual4224]

same here.... ❤😢

[@innag6888]

This man needs more recognition. He's so good.

[@ronlangill8689]

He was on Billboard 100 for 5 weeks 19 years ago - he had his recognition, had his chance but was a one-hit wonder. Give someone else an opportunity.

[@tiguanr4960]

dude, its Daniel Powter... the entire world knows him. Its exactly like James Blunt going on a talent show. Everyone knows him also.

[@grumpyoldgit6991]

What a disgrace that this man was never given TV time in his own country. Absolutely, top-notch, humble guy. Kudos.

[@underneonloneliness2]

And even more a disgrace how he never had multiple hit songs. “Bad Day” isn’t even his best song. Just proves hits mean nothing when it comes to how good a song is.

[@SportsFan0027]

How is he not more famous…this is one of the best songs ever

[@Rebecasings]

Because he did not play the messed up Hollyweird game!!!! I know from personal experience.

[@farccorp]

one hit wonder?

[@CommieKilla1977]

@@farccorp in order to get another hit, you have to really beg then bend it over wide and just take it a like a superstar. Just ask @rebecarandle554

[@Sherg843]

​@@Rebecasings And IMO its for the best. Remember one time Mike Shinoda from Linkin Park also didn't got recognized until he introduces himself.

[@catdogthing]

​@@Sherg843That was at the premiere for acrane right? I remember watching that live it was so funny.

[@LiPo5000]

Hard to believe Daniel has never been on CANADIAN TV before! WELCOME HOME Daniel

[@bridgertonwhite8030]

Daniel deserved the Golden buzzer to welcome him home. Bravo, Daniel. ❤

[@Vourn-75]

I grown up with this song... Ever since it was released in 2005 it become a motivational song for me.... Salute Daniel Powter

[@hostilereaper.]

Respect 🫡

[@darrenhaumaha8900]

So true so true

[@ch7is_tine-1220]

Same❤

[@LawPan-gd7nh]

How old are you now?😂

[@ch7is_tine-1220]

@@LawPan-gd7nh 30

[@catherinegearey6309]

❤It's Daniel Powter! Welcome Home Daniel! We loved it!

[@LizzyFreeman]

Your favorite too??

[@vilmaramones9536]

Your welcome boss,daniel

[@waynebryant1857]

@@vilmaramones9536you’re

[@sanhsands6132]

Pure Talent. He’s grown older but certainly still got it. Kudos

[@Danny-zd5bo]

His voice has grown and become even better than when he was younger. Perfection IMO!

[@Vifi333]

Judges were lucky to see Daniel concert

[@JasonAndanar]

who else comes here after watching short?

[@gie231]

Me 😅 after watching in Facebook 😅 love it ❤❤❤

[@EmilySorio]

me😂

[@JarwinAraya]

Meee

[@KimgeolouisaDomingo]

Me😂😅❤❤❤

[@rainbow_bee1598]

Yes just saw at fb reel

[@gayledeschamps3979]

I was floored when i realized who he was, then so emotional. He was absolutely amazing, and we need to hear more.

[@Worldclassttennis]

Me too...got teary-eyes after the intro was sung....this song relates from my lifestyle (ups and down )

[@davidinchcliff4560]

Fake

[@iebrabzerep5396]

How do u say its fake 😊​@@davidinchcliff4560

[@DimndSLM]

@@davidinchcliff4560why are you being such an ass? How can he be fake? I think you are. Very confused person.

[@MarianneRaymundo]

The judges obviously recognize him pretending that they don't know

[@dewman0269]

He sounds better today than he did 19 years ago when that song came out... He may be a 1 hit wonder but all you need is one good song ... He's been touring and everything so he's had quite a lucrative career for being a 1 hit wonder... Good for you, Daniel... He has a better voice than ever and he is a humble man..

[@tmancusorn]

That’s because we have auto tune now lol

[@leeuwksjohar5460]

😅

[@underneonloneliness2]

1 hit wonder yes but he has better songs than “Bad Day”. I’m sure people tell him that allot though. I blame the radio’s for not giving his other songs much airplay. It’s not his fault.

[@lauriaktahi]

He said he was from Canada, but had never performed there till now. That is why he went on the show.

[@RoadRunnerSC]

Its almost like he said that in the video

[@DimndSLM]

@@RoadRunnerSClol, I don’t usually laugh at sarcasm, but I can’t stop laughing at yours. Brilliant. 😂

[@Chris_T_S]

@@RoadRunnerSC Its almost as if the one you snarked didn't say "He said..."

[@shortmemes1286]

Imagine i am watching this From Pakistan from a very small city in a very small home. Tears in my eyes. Thanks Daniel Powter for showing your presence to the world. "Bad Day" is very heart touching song

[@ssliecadelina]

i got goosebumps the moment music started, i may not recognize this man but my heart recognized his music. glad to see the man behind this masterpiece music❤️🎶🎶🎶❤️

[@jaysonfangon4133]

It's been years since he released this song.. Still got that Daniel Powter touch

[@dat_kid_nathaniel_35]

It's been 19years since he released that song

[@underneonloneliness2]

2005 it came out. The whole album is great.

[@alberteinstein9176]

There are many artists where you know the song but may not recognize the singer. Remember he only said his first name so I'm sure most couldn't identify him. I felt the emotion when hearing the song and seeing the audience reaction.

[@MenandroEscueta]

Very humble man... Just to perform in his native land. Very humble man. More power Daniel and GOD bless ..

[@WayneNonaRyder143]

We love you Daniel Powter... From the Philippines...❤❤❤

[@marnash1885]

what country is this?

[@ammonlana1681]

Winona Ryder

[@POKYOtv]

🎉❤

[@lyricstosing07]

Count me in

[@ecø.92]

I thought Philippines change its name to "Mindanao" 😂

[@ausomeworldofmomandaia]

A wake up call to Canadian entertainment Industry I think. His song is still in my playlist and I still listen to it till today.. Great job Daniel and thank you.

[@teacherdiannesocialstudies]

We love you Daniel!!!! from the PHILIPPINES!!!

[@lovejoygumallaoi8205]

SAMe😊

[@HM_DVO]

Daniel padilla

[@joumarkancheta388]

@@HM_DVO OA mo

[@HM_DVO]

@@joumarkancheta388 sabi niyA we love you, daniel from the Philippines. Eh di si daniel padilla

[@joumarkancheta388]

@@HM_DVO huh? nagjojoke ka lang diba?

[@jonathanrex]

He's such a talented singer and a class act as a human being. He deserves every success there is.

[@Nicomacchiato]

I love crowd and judge reaction especially Howie Mandel when he recognize it

[@arminius1972]

I last played this song when one of my friends passed away - it lifted me up then as it does now. R.I.P. Marcus, I miss you buddy ...

[@suraya6869]

Daniel is very very humble - Luv Him !!!!......Its a shame that none of the judges knew who he was....

[@16stownsend]

Well, Howie did!

[@bernarddeocampo1776]

​@16stownsend aside from Bad Day. He doesn't have alot of song hits

[@bobosmodernlife]

I love Daniel Powter. Good to see him still going.

[@CD-wu2fr]

Coming home to Canada and getting sober. That's a GREAT DAY!!

[@debrakissoon8521]

Watching from The Netherlands. I love that song and it was so emotional listening to it being sung by the original singer. Thanks Daniel. ❤

[@sheilanjoki7028]

Wow, cant believe how humble he is. ❤

[@mykadelossantos4462]

thats why his song never gets old.

[@amandabaldwin8347]

When that song came out, I worked at a radio station and we had a private event and he was the celebrity guest. He was absolutely great and sweet.

[@zaaitv1505]

How come people didn't recognize this legend?

[@kevincronin8163]

Don't know but he is a ledgend 😊😊

[@boyyapoz5264]

Am about to ask the same question...

[@DrKauz]

yeah, i really don't unterstand. unbelievable to not recognize him. And he is from canada and this is Canada's got talent... i think he i even better known here in Europe than in his own country.

[@Jadyn_Sage]

@@DrKauz He absolutely is. He toured extensively in Europe. Never toured in Canada at all

[@DrKauz]

@@Jadyn_Sage okay. But still difficult to understand how his world success wasnt seen in canada. maybe only because he lived in the US his entire life. For example, if someone in europe was famous in the US, he would be at least famous in europe for being famous in the US, you know :D

[@SashaPomeranian]

Nobody recognized him (well expect for the pianist) and then he started singing his 20+ year old song ....boom!!! Timeless. Love this song! 🥰🥰🥰

[@PumaPower17]

Loved the 4-Yes UNISON❤❤❤❤

[@sooz9433]

His voice is so phenomenal... this brings tears to my eyes. Whatta great song 🎵

[@rodhill7888]

You can the hear the auto tune and pitch adjustment, but thats how people perform these days, good luck to him.

[@fayebrown9874]

I can't help but to SMILE EVERY time I hear him sing. His singing can turn my bad days into GOOD days. (Edit: I feel bad, and I remembered that Daniel and his singing can give me a boost to feeling better. It DID, again, and it does it each time I listen to him. Therefore, I needed to change something above. The word "every" got changed to all caps.)

[@donitapatton2560]

Humility is difficult to find in this industry. So impressed with that let alone his talent.

[@Mr.TellMe]

Dahil sa fb reel's napapunta tuloy ako dito watch and see at 2024

[@RoganeCaburnay]

😅😅ako din kasi idol korin Yan.

[@jellalaxamana1929]

Same HAHA

[@PaoloRubia]

Herbal capsul

[@noemegorpido5996]

Same sir same

[@jackofeliciano]

Yung may bukol bukol 😂

[@creativeloveflowerdesignse8990]

His face is hardly recognized now because he looks great today than wayback 2019 i think. I love his song, one of my motivational song. We love you Daniel! from Philippines!

[@jaybenjamin5649]

2010 he wrote the song

[@corinalaney7920]

The song is like 20+ years old

[@SUSHI4lyf]

2019 is five years ago. That's not "way back". Pinoys should learn how to use way back properly. 😂

[@iancampbell8697]

What a treat to hear this song and see Daniel Powter! Made my day...

[@dyonisth]

And certainly not made "a bad day" 😉

[@TiffanyCLockhart]

When Howie almost said, "Welcome to America's Got Talent," it nearly made me do a spit take! Someone's been an AGT judge for way too long! 😆

[@tenebos3378]

I think this song might turn out to be a huge worldwide hit 😉

[@celiakobric3224]

Really? 😂😅😊

[@MiaMolina9543]

Why is he on a talent show when he’s already famous?

[@Jadyn_Sage]

@@MiaMolina9543He specifically said that he's Canadian, but he never got to perform in Canada.

[@uncleraymund1754]

What????it had been

[@Jadyn_Sage]

@@uncleraymund1754 😉 means they were joking

[@marcothaddeuspadios9954]

Literally grew up with this song. !!! much love from philippines

[@mattj8995]

Dude why am I smiling so hard for him, like bruh the childhood memories and everything, I absolutely love this guy

[@warlyrodriguez634]

I never thought he’s a Canadian, wow! Good to see him again.

[@trendivision2599]

why were you thinking though?

[@rifanadarwis1280]

Oh my god he was one of my fav. Singer since I was teenage he's a legend ❤

[@michaelleach8897]

Is it me or 3:50 does Daniel sound even better today than he did when this song charted? He’s absolutely awesome, incredible, I go see him in concert anytime anywhere!

[@iansnyder274]

He absolutely does....more mature and he surely has maintained his voice..he sounds incredible..epic performance

[@estellewadsworth4187]

His voice is richer for sure. He has matured and he is way sexier now than ever❤

[@elnakuwaoka7538]

watching this over and over repeatedly again and again soo love Daniel Powter songs … “ bad day” surely made my day watching …👏😍♥️♥️♥️

[@KymSowder]

Me too

[@notbraindead7298]

This is the best CGT I’ve seen! What a great surprise and what a super voice he has. He knocked it out of the park!!

[@vhinvhinantonio]

This song is really a hit in the Philippines! ❤

[@davemichaelbernadas2429]

Trully it is!❤

[@johnnyfallen87]

That was my high school days...❤ those days are gone,and never come back😢

[@DeanFraser-Phillips]

Times are there to remember, rejoice and relive

[@popoijeps]

a bad day? hehehe

[@jojosimon535]

Bad day is one of my fave song back in day and still... From the Philippines

[@FD-tu9rt]

Still a tremendous song and performance after all these years !!! I love him 🩷

[@iancampbell8697]

How great is this moment?!!! My day just got better...

[@joeljhacoba2179]

Free concert from daniel powter

[@joelzand3594]

Thank you for bringing me home Humble guy!!!

[@ColorsofNeuth]

Pros will always remain as pros, gold and old as time. I like how everybody including all the judges stood and cheered for him. It was a good day for everyone out there.🎉

[@jenniferlyons4150]

He sounds great after all the years! 😊

[@robertwbingo]

Daniel is such an amazing talent. "Bad Day" makes a terrific foundation for everything that followed.

[@barryleslie5280]

There a saying You're not done until God says youre Done ..Welcome Back Daniel ...This song of yours was with me during my endless numbers of Break ups !! Thank You

[@familiaofw9938]

I have loved Daniel Powter since childhood 🥰😍🤩 shame for these people who weren't able to recognize him 😅 bring it on Daniel 🎊🎉🎁🎂🎈💐🥰 missing you so much from the big screen

[@donitapatton2560]

Humble and genuine! Love him!

[@tensee7268]

Yes

[@jmdadventuristman7096]

What a beautiful voice even you are getting old daniel❤️

[@zsoltmautner3250]

The whole setup by Daniel was fantastic, but there's one thing I cannot get over. How on earth did the crowd organize itself that everyone took out their phones shining and so quickly?

[@pauls6318]

I was in the crowd. It just kinda happened. Though, at the taping, he did sing the whole song. Took a bit longer than this. TV magic and all that jazz 😂

[@shiminowind]

You go to enough concerts it's second nature. Before phones it was a lighter. Nothing new

[@badvibez7981]

@@shiminowind I still like to use the lighter 🤘🏻

[@noelcutinha1]

Scripted

[@YYC403NOYP]

​@@noelcutinha1Just got out under a rock, and don't know that cell phones are technically WELDED in the hands of people wherever they are, whatever they're doing?

[@JuliusDelosSanto]

Since college days, im still love his songs ❤❤ thank you

[@kwiyomi2024]

Wow , his voice never changed! Bad day was one of my life songs in my 20's. 😂

[@ashleyjenkins3972]

Wow what a voice ❤ a voice of an angel with so much passion

[@PumaPower17]

Agree. Bienvenue Daniel❤

[@lokephoenix1039]

Damn, 20 years on and he’s still got a hell of a voice on him. Daniel if you’re reading this, gorgeous performance mate, that audience didn’t see that coming!

[@PumaPower17]

It was gorgeous timing😂

[@lindadavis3371]

Praying Daniel has continued his sobriety journey. Daniel you are very talented. Believe in yourself.

[@threeAngels]

I always watch this ,from Malaysia .love you Mr.Daniel Powter.

[@florindomartins299]

I love this song. Now I know that Daniel Powter is Canadian. This song is a flashback of my memories 18 years ago. watching from Timor Leste

[@yoshifan3077]

That's pretty awesome he sang his song one of his number one hit song of all time

[@Maltmeister1]

And he comes from my hometown of VERNON BC..Canada

[@DebWh]

My birth place too

[@Chilliwack56]

@@DebWh MIne too

[@ridgwayorais8429]

Daniel is really amazing, one of the best!

[@prince060290]

This is not an audition. This is definitely a concert! I love this song..😍👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lovemadiclum5868]

Im expecting a golden buzzer for him..he deserve it...❤❤❤

[@kennethemberzo9733]

You made a song whos got a 200 million plus views in youtube and still counting but still they dont recognize you is the best worst felling

[@bryanposilero]

No, without the bonnet on😂

[@DulIllah]

What a shame !

[@litastars.]

Yeah this is definitely a gimmick. For sure!

[@adriantam2573]

19 Uris a long time and kids theses days dont know shit .. that just stare at thwre phone

[@fayebrown9874]

People will recognize him now.

[@ruata4cabin20]

I am from Mizoram, in the north east part of Mizoram. I've grown up with this song. i love the music video the lyrics and melody everything still got me till today. It still give me goosebump everytime i listen. The way he humbly introduced himself is too good to miss.

[@ruata4cabin20]

@user-ig6sw3zz9f don't comment without knowing a slight hint of knowledge about anything.

[@MatthewPord]

I’m from his home town. He played piano on my bands album back in 2002. lol. We had the same producer back then. Before Bad Day!

[@edisonnguyen6877]

goosebump already. Childhood song, still kick in. love it.

[@dewachannel2065]

Just wondering why nobody realized that he's the singer of famous song and nobody recognized him... Even Canada is his own home.. This song is always evergreen until today though this song is already on top chart 14-15 years ago... I think we miss Daniel so much... And good to see him perform again... Go Daniel...!!!

[@CharlesLeo-v7q]

because thats the only song he wrote that hits millions

[@charityancajas1650]

Best Of Me was also good, his song has a bit of sadness , love you Daniel!

[@meshkemboi9386]

Thanks for making me smile 😊

[@pearls1446]

Oh my teenage heart 🤧❤

[@RafaoJolie]

Daniel is like the wine....better with time

[@DrukFoodies]

I have completely forgotten the Singer and the song if he was not here. One of my favourites in my high school days. Thankyiu CGT for bringing him back.❤❤❤

[@hansolo2K9]

I don't believe not one in the audience recognized him. mind-boggling.

[@user-zn6ih2xq6p]

Deserve a golden buzzer

[@waynebryant1857]

I wouldn’t give one to a professional.

[@paulwatson9217]

The only difference between a professional and amateur is the professional is an amateur who has been recognised. Which funnily enough he obviously hasn’t been recognised in his own country of Canada ironically but he is now.

[@waynebryant1857]

@@paulwatson9217 nice try at double talk.

[@paulwatson9217]

@@waynebryant1857 No mate I’m not trying to be argumentative. You have your opinion as I have mine and that’s the way I see it. Obviously you like me know these shows aren’t really about talent. And seldom dose the person who deserves to win actually win. Like I said just my opinion.

[@KeoSotheavyPheap]

The song that always hits my generation. I sang this song in my hi-school class.

[@keylargo2001]

Danial stopped writing songs because he became addicted to alchol and drugs. He’s not only home to Canada but home as a sober person.

[@matthiascerebri3315]

What?

[@sledgehockeyguy1]

Huh?

[@petervasilak995]

That's to bad, so sad he didn't drink anymore he's missing out

[@nickrachjames]

​@@petervasilak995 wtf?

[@petervasilak995]

@@nickrachjames what?

[@jacobsladder0401]

Whoever the 3 girls are who are having their omg moment as he begins to sing, that is priceless

[@NashaBelle78]

Bring back all the beautiful memories ❤

[@monettetorrazo6037]

❤❤❤❤that song..iloveyoudanielpawter..stay healthy.. God bless

[@nyuon9247]

This song was No.1. One of the best songs on the late 2000s.

[@ConcertgoerJ.R.]

Still love this song right now! I remember hearing that song all the time back in 2006!

[@henrymurphychronicles2488]

This guy should be touring the world playing his hit songs not auditioning in any competition!!! It’s a shame how this industry works!!!

[@russellucdas8899]

Hahahahaha 😂😂😂😂 his just visiting bro

[@kyleperez4581]

Such a humble person right there god bless you daniel 🙏

[@rjhaycanaqui7839]

This is one of my favorite song until now it's still my favorite song of all time. I remembered hearing this in a radio when i was in an elementary school and of course in alvin and chipmunks and i wont forget this music.

[@SheilaWard-y9k]

Daniel Can Really Rock And Belt It!

[@manlekamank2342]

when i hear his voice I'm got goosebumps wow great voice and it was clear voices i never ever heard in my entire life this kinda voice too