David Phelps - O Holy Night - REACTION

[@Jayde_Skye]

By far David Phelps is one of my favorite Christian singers I have ever had the honor of hearing.

[@timothyfranks3988]

Best version of this song....EVER. And it’s not close. What an instrument God gave to this man.

[@dis7817]

I'm gonna have to go with Jussi Bjoerling although Phelps is amazing too. The reason I vote for JB is I was able to quite clearly hear one particular difference with both singers and that is the breaths taken during singing. I watched another reaction video from Elizabeth Zharoff (the charismatic singer channel) reacting to JB singing the same song. She stopped partway through to point out where he took a "silent breath". Then replayed and I could hear that breath which was barely noticeable and had she not mentioned it nobody would notice. 100% perfect breath control.

[@floridagirl50]

The best tenor I’ve ever heard. I’ve yet to hear anyone better.

[@dinamercado2886]

That phrase when David Phelps sang, "FALL ON YOUR KNEES..." , and everybody stood up in worship to God. Ironic reaction to the lyrics, but just showing how powerful the singing style of David Phelps that emits the anointing from the Lord God Almighty. Many singers sing to entertain but David Phelps sings to worship the One who gifted him that wonderful, heavenly voice. I listen to this version of him from January to December for 10 years straight now, and I'm not getting tired doing it!

[@trevorwoolley7432]

Here’s the thing about David Phelps... he doesn’t try, he doesn’t force it..... it just happens. A true natural gift. Some people are just born to make music.

[@DJMeCa]

I completely lose myself EVERY time I come back to this performance. It puts me on the edge of an ugly cry. He is (and always has been) just an impeccably, evocatively stunning interpreter and vocalist. Period. He is the voice of this generation!!!

[@Mirmir.0]

So funny you say that! The first time I heard this I had to pull off the freeway while driving, and ugly cried on the side of the road for a good 20 straight minutes after it was over.

[@TomLloyd-18]

Pretty outstanding piano accompaniment too. I really do believe the 2 of them together produce the best cover of this ever recorded.

[@sallyharrison8265]

Anthony Berger (piano player) passed away on a cruise with The Gaither Homecoming family. He was mid 40s. Such a very sad loss

[@b1of4bs]

EVER!

[@echelonafrica]

I absolutely love Mark Lowry’s reaction behind him!!!

[@miamidolphinsfan]

David has God's anointing....David truly believes every word of the songs message !

[@keithmccaslyn2527]

Nailed it,Nailed it ,Nailed it !! Thank YOU Kevin. Blessings Brethern!!!

[@miamidolphinsfan]

@@keithmccaslyn2527 yes sir brother Keith !!!

[@rodneywroten2994]

My wife and I bought tickets to finnaly get to go see him in north Louisiana. Not knowing after my back surgery I went into two massive Heart attacks. We made our oldest sons go to it. they called me from the show and held the phone up so I could hear Let freedom ring. wow I cried right away. Thank you God for the second chance. that was 2010

[@71742s]

Mr. Wroten, I pray that you are doing well now. I agree, David cannot be beat whatever he sings but I too am partial to "Let Freedom Ring." Don't know if you have heard and watched the video of David and the Gaithers sing Let Freedom Ring as a command performance at the White House when President Bush, Jr. was in office but the president was whistling and beside himself when they sang this.

[@kimhorn705]

Agreed that David is the best!!! I also remember Anthony Burger and was so sad when he passed away. So talented on the piano!!

[@230608grace]

DIVINE!,, You had to be there that night to feel the Holy Spirit. I still get goosebumps listening to this particular tape. I listen all year round. David is truly a gift God has given us. God Bless you David as you continue to serve Him.

[@garrypearson9814]

I saw David Phelps in concert in Spartanburg SC, and I was amazed. I was blown away. I had the opportunity to talk to him after the show, and I told him that his voice was angelic. I can pick him out of the entire group. He's Wonderful

[@msmith5121]

Best male vocalist in the world, any genre. Period. And has been for many years!

[@Pfrazier43]

As a former Gospel Singer, I am proud to subscribe to your channel. I think for those of us that follow David, he knows the one of whom he sings. He is a great family man along with being a great talent. He put on his tool belt and converted the old barn on his farm in Tennessee to a concert hall so he could spend less time touring and more time with the family. They hold what they call "The Barn Bash," every year. People come and Camp there on the farm, and enjoy the fellowship. His kids sing with him and we who watch get great joy from him. His professors wanted him to go into Opera but he wanted to sing about his Lord. He has put out a lot of original things of his own, from the Barn, and just stayed, David. That's amazing too. I have never heard a bad comment about the man. Love him to tears, because he is my Brother in Christ. I did actually hear him with the GVB, and talked to him. He is as nice as he seems, and funny....

[@pappyjjones4647]

No one I mean NO ONE sings this song any better. THE best tenor I have ever heard. Being a tenor myself I stand in awe of this talented God anointed singer. Can't wait to see him in concert again. Thank you God for David.

[@barbaraglore3183]

My sister and I saw David Phelps Christmas concert last year, in Bremen Georgia. His family was with him on stage. It was the most beautiful concert EVER. He has a beautiful gift from God and is using it to glorify God. I absolutely love him.

[@jamesblanton3744]

No matter how many times I have seen this performance it still amazes me also the amount of talent on that stage is incredible

[@karanwise476]

I have listened to David sing O Holy Night multiple times and it is AWE striking everytime. Thanking You Father for gifting David with an incredible talent. It blesses my soul.

[@ratso4443]

He believes every word he’s singing and that, combined with his big talent, is the difference. He’s Spirit filled. Hallelujah!!

[@jimjackson4583]

I have watched other performers just knock a performance out of the park and the audience doesn't stand or seem to be that impressed. It became clear when I noticed they were sharing a stage at the same event with David Phelps. You can't shine next to someone anointed by God to sing for Him, human effort won't get you there. There are many great singers who have shared a stage with David but he is on another level. I have never heard anyone hit those notes with the resonance, flexibility, and power that he can deliver. There is no comparison.

[@anitawitten6482]

It doesn't matter how many times I watch David Phelps sing Oh Holy Night, I Always have Tears!! He is Amazing!! That was So Beautiful 💜

[@arnagoddard7798]

David is so blessed and very humble.

[@tommyhg32]

I really hope you show this to Emily. I’d love to hear her reaction. David Phelps is in a league of his own. Everything he sings turns to gold.

[@dianalynne9243]

David is the epitome of humility. His anointing is palpable. I love his voice.

[@gladyslee8817]

Listening to David Phelps, absolutely takes my breath away.

[@tabonefamily]

I’m glad you did this!! David Phelps is insanely talented!!!

[@SgtEnigma]

There will only ever be just ONE David Phelps. Absolutely Legendary!

[@shortybarnesyanik]

Gerald Wolfe sings it pretty well but David Phelps takes the trophy on this one.

[@terrimorrison3164]

He is my favorite too. The greatest tenor, songwriter, storyteller ever.

[@Actorentrianing]

David has been an inspiration to me as a singer since I was kid! I LOVE this rendition!!!

[@ericpetty4503]

So, you're Jeff and Sherry Steele's, son! Glad you made the comment about your family in Southern Gospel music, otherwise I wouldn't have made the connection. I saw the Steeles twice, the last being their performance at the National Quartet Convention in Louisville, in 2001, when your Dad sang, "We Want America Back". Can't forget that night.

[@zannemarie6591]

My favorite Christmas Carol. This guy does it justice and it is the one of the hardest songs to sing. I've seen so many versions of it and his is probably the best. I love that he sang the last stanza because it is often left out and this song is about loving each other, all of us and remembering what Jesus taught us. Beautiful performance. Just beautiful. I've never heard it. Thank you for sharing.

[@warrenhunt1642]

David Phelps is the greatest male vocalist of our generation. No one else is EVEN close!!

[@steventorres9713]

I’ve heard this probably 30 times and I get goosebumps and emotional every time. He’s anointed.

[@donaldkersey9416]

The first time I saw the Gaither band 1976 South Florida, his daughter Amy was around 7 maybe 8, they did a song his daughter sang with them ( Something Special) my first born was 4 been to see them here in Texas where we live now. They still put on a great Gospel show.

[@charliecampbell6851]

I’m always amazed by David. When he starts singing his voice has SO much weight in it. I’m always convinced he’s a baritone when he starts, but right at the key change you can tell he really bottoms out much higher than a baritone. So good.

[@lindaslater7782]

Thank you for doing a reaction to David Phelps. He is my all-time favorite singer. I love Home Free, and Austin's voice is incredible, but David, in my opinion, outshines them all. Please do more David Phelps and the Gaither Vocal Band (especially older ones that have David in them). Thanks again, and may you and your family have a very Merry and Blessed Christmas!

[@queencerseilannister3519]

Too cool your family are a part of this!! We grew up listening to all these folks too! Ernie and SS was amazing live!

[@dixiemyers8450]

I listen to David Phelps everyday. An I saw you An Your family with the Gaither's and Loved It!! Sending Blessings From Central Pennsylvania

[@dandelong737]

Absolutely true that listening David Phelps is part of my daily worship experience . God use him for strength my faith . Goosebumps and tears every time !!! From California

[@dixiemyers8450]

@@dandelong737 when you do David Phelps an I get it that you are I ALWAYS listen. David Phelps saved my life back in 2001. I married the man of my prayers& dreams. We where only married 5 months when Our SAVIOUR needed my love of my life with him. I have total peace knowing that my husband is in the presence of OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST an one glorious day I will be reunited with my husband. Never to part again an I won't have no more tears everyday. The song that David Phelps sang was Hide Thou Thee. I felt the presence of Our LORD wash over me as David Phelps sang that song and I feel that day it was meant just for me🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@sandyca1106]

Heart and understanding the true meaning of the lyrics makes all the difference. Beautiful.

[@raeboyd5596]

He truely had the holy sprit that night. I will never tire of listening to it, no matter what time of the year. Its but a moment in time that will go down in history. A glmpse of heaven.

[@jasonmiller5205]

What’s up Brad? Hope you have a great Christmas. Please react to No More Night by David Phelps. He is one of my favorite voices ever.

[@debbieforhim7800]

I don't get why he isn't more famous!!!! He is so amazing and personable.

[@71742s]

Brad, I couldn't agree more with your words about David Phelps and especially when he sings this song. I have yet to listen to it without tears rolling down my face. Thank you for your wonderful reaction to a man who truly gives his all to every song he sings.

[@b1of4bs]

Loved his voice Love your reaction. Love this song. Love the Savior! 💖

[@dcfan2222]

Anthony berger was literally like playing those keys like he was actually playing them in front of God.... God looked down and said, imma need you to come home and play for me full time. David... sheeeesh... literally In awe of your talent and vocals. Truly unimaginable talent on that stage...

[@rebeccalitchfield6698]

Amen

[@brittfarms2018]

Thats my all time favorite song...but it takes a special voice to make it special..but david went above and beyond on that song I can hear it 100 times a day 364 per year and he will bring tears to my eyes everytime....none better than his version

[@Tica..77]

You’re one of the real ones friend 💋 One of the sweetest reactions you’ve done. David & SoHyang, both Christian/Gospel singers do this 2 me every time. 🤍tica 🇺🇸

[@munfm]

O Night Divine echoes loudly all through the universe. Christ is King, our Saviour, and Lord. God bless David for sharing the Good News with us and for us. Merry Christmas 2021!

[@StacyRee]

More David, more Gaither's! Pretty please! And yes! You are the first one I have heard mention Anthony! ❤ Merry Christmas to you and yours! 🙏🏻🎄🙏🏻

[@andrewhWTL]

Perfect for Christmas Eve, especially this year!

[@colteberlemusic5668]

PLEASE DO MORE DAVID PHELPS

[@beckybirdsell2290]

This was the first solo I ever sang. I was about 11 years old. Can't sing now because cancer surgery damaged my vocal cords but the memories are still warm and wonderful. Thank you for a terrific year of reactions. And thanks for letting us see a glimpse into your life. May God bless you and your loved ones. Merry Christmas, Brad Steele.

[@BradSteele]

The best is yet to come, Becky! Thanks very much. Merry Christmas to you

[@maeco7]

Blessings to you and your family in this coming year, brother!

[@Tracywhited2]

Agree. It’s the best song ever written for me. And no better talent than David to honor it.

[@ralphbensonvaldez7288]

I'm so impressed that performance when I watched it, he's so amazing.

[@trgoohileshea2820]

The single most impressive vocal feat I've ever heard, and I've heard a lot. It's literally not of this world what this man is capable of! My face is hanging in a "duh" and I used to be able to do a five octave slide, so I know what I'm talking about!

[@hopekeehn4836]

David is definitely my favorite singer❤

[@MsChloeRose]

I've listened to David sing this countless times. I STILL get goosebumps on my goosebumps and the hair on my head still stands up straight! God had clearly gifted and anointed him to sing for the Kingdom of God! And no one that I've ever heard has sang this song like David sang it! I can't get enough!

[@st.josephcanlubang7335]

OMG! Great voice ever! i love the rendition.

[@kellywilliams364]

WOW....beautiful doesn't cover it. Such a powerful performance.

[@shortybarnesyanik]

I love the second verse of this song as well! Beautiful! My brothers and I sang this one year for a Christmas play at our church and we sang this verse for sure! So many people said that they had never heard that verse! ❤️🎄

[@annb9422]

I agree this is the best version period and David is one of the best singers ever.

[@megankerr297]

Merry Christmas to you too. This version of such a powerful song is so incredibly moving... not sure how anyone wouldn’t be moved. It makes me want to fall to my knees. I saw the Gaithers and many of the singers when they came to Canada... such a moving concert. The talent is phenomenal

[@donaldkersey9416]

Got to love me some David Phelps love this. Thanks 😊

[@Sultan88888]

Check out David singing No More Nights in front of the homecoming folks. It is AMAZING!!! Gives u goose bumples. Of course Anthony Burger piano player extraordinaire.

[@amandathompson4339]

Omg...this song, and The Gaither videos, are what really started making me actually feel God. I went to church as a kid, but my mom got these tapes lol, I was 19-20, and man..that's when I actually "felt " God!! Awesome talent❤

[@s.vidhyardhsingh3881]

5:58 exactly what I thought after listening to this song for the first couple of times 😜 He is just blessed abundantly by God for he does God’s work. 😊😊 And yeah I noticed Mark Lowry!!! 😂😜He’s just enjoying whilst worshipping God. 😁

[@aloevera5226]

This is too extraordinary... David Phelps...he's one and only one in this entire universe

[@dianawesterman2109]

Wow he got a great voice 👏 it gives me goosebumps

[@carolmartin2503]

amen AMEN ! Thank you Lord for blessing us with such a committed and talented voice that honors you !!! Thank you David Phelps for allowing God to use you to bless us!

[@miachele4477]

David phelps is AMAZING!

[@michaelwenhold8117]

You are correct, THE BEST EVER!!!

[@sghsrox09]

I'm a big big David fan!! He's amazing live too! And Anthony Burger killing it on the piano!! Haven't seen Jeff and Sheri in forever and seeing Mr. George an amazing bass sing really don't know who's a better bass George or Timo Foust lol!! Love my gaither fam!!

[@BattleHardenedGolfClashReplays]

Hello, I just subscribed to your channel. It is so exciting to me to find another Christian that is bold enough to not only admit it, but celebrate it. I've never seen David Phelps perform, but I did see SRV (Stevie Ray Vaughan) & DT perform in the Mud Island Amphitheater in Memphis. I apologize if you don't review rock music. BUT, that jaw-dropped look is what I felt the entire concert. SRV sort of just became one with his guitar (played with eyes closed mostly & behind the back...) SRV is the Beethoven or Bach of the electric guitar. Alright, why did I say all that about SRV under a David Phelps video, you ask? Because, to me Phelps is the Beethoven/Bach of tenors. When I watch him on this phone display and listen, my jaw drops. This song, No More Night, and many others. There's a duet with his daughter (Agnus Dei) and it's very sweet to me how he throttles back to make HER the star--at least that's my interpretation. David Phelps is my favorite tenor, hands down. I love Andrea Bocelli and loved Pavarotti, but Phelps has a gift from God that I pray hard to not be envious of his gift (wish I could sing😂😂). Another gospel tenor that has blown me away is Larnelle Harris. I hope you've done some reactions to him. That song he sings with Sandi Patti about Easter morning (the real one 2,000 years ago), the feeling he puts into his voice always gives me goose bumps. I'll stop rambling. I lived in Nashville from 1972-1977 (I was born in 1966). My Dad was a minister. Anyway, I'll tell you sometime how many times I met Johnny Cash and about going to his house. (Also met Little Richard and others). Loren Nichols P.S. I have yet to watch this video and not ery--partly because emotionally blown up by him, partly tears of joy of what is to come.

[@danweller1991]

David knows the One who the song was written about! That to me is the main difference between those who sing it well, and those who fall flat!!

[@Andrei-uz3tb]

if you like David's notes, try his Let Freedom RIng! very powerfull song and message. you won't regret it

[@cliff1745]

Singers like David Phelps and Sohyang are truly annointed by God. Even if you're an atheist, you have to be impressed by their passion as vocalists and performers. This performance is my favourite male O Holy Night while for female, it's gotta be Sohyang. Goosebumps galore.

[@raeffm]

I am with you.. This is the BEST Version of Oh Holy Night.. period..

[@CharlieMatthews2003]

His vocal range, his voice control and his breath control is fantastic. And his tone of course. Great singer :)

[@mikebuzzell791]

This is just so WOW WOW WOW!!!!

[@kaylynnbuente4535]

I also have a foot in the Southern Gospel world. My mom’s family is good friends with Karen Peck. My mom and Kelly Nelon have been friends for years, so she’s like an Aunt to me making her family, Amber, Jason, and Autumn included my extended family. My Great Uncle Vern had a trio, New Direction Trio.

[@jugo_de_pina]

Ive seen david a thousand times and he never stops amazing me, buttttt, lets talk about these runs you hit in the beginning of the call in the " what's going on KZbin" introduction , i literally ran that back at least 10 to 15 times brother, YOU are amazing, would love to get some pointers from you because i would LOVE to start reacting to videos as well.

[@gregthomas1346]

Not one bit ashamed to say that the first time I heard this version I cried, and cried since, the vocal, the authenticity, the meaning, its quite possibly the greatest thing I've ever heard

[@loispappademos4369]

It's called the anointing! David Phelps is anointed, not a preformer. 😊

[@lucycoley1055]

Anthony Burger on the piano💖💖💖💖. This was amazing. May Anthony RIP😢

[@nokiddin3045]

Beautifully done

[@rljay1941]

And to think: he almost left Nashville because he and his family was practically starving-before he joined Gaither. The rest of his fabulous story is history. Thank you Lord for giving us David Phelps!

[@thanosandartemis5761]

Slackjawed. Every time I hear it.

[@mathewphelps6544]

Every time I here him sing this amazing version of this song. It reminds me of Carrie Underwood's version of Amazing Grace with Vince Gill.

[@ashleyj97]

If you like this, you'd love the collab he did with Voctave of Being Alive.

[@mikeruch2078]

You are awesome Brad! Thank you!

[@vheth5968]

There is no rendition that even touches this one!! I get Goosebumps over and Over throughout this. He is one of the very Best singers I have ever Heard in my Life!!! I sincerely Loved Anthony's Piano playing behind David!! This is the most Beautiful song, Singer, Piano Player. I was devastated when I heard he had passed. He was just as good as David is singing!!! Agree Dina Mercado I listen to it when I need uplift in Jesus's Name. David is just Unbelievable!!!! As was Anthony!! May Anthony RIP, and play for Jesus, and David keep giving us Music that gives us shivers in it's great intensity!!!!!!. Just can't get over this.

[@paulrivalto1974]

David Phelps is a freak of nature or a Godsend! I prefer the latter. David's version here is unmistakably the top of the mark as this song is concerned. He sings not only with great passion and power but also with incredible control as well. All who are on stage with him are accomplished singers and song writers of the gospel genre with incredible pedigrees yet they also are in awe of this performance!

[@Mr.Whisper158]

Brad, this song has been a blessing for some time, and David’s version is in a class alone. Your reactions have been an enjoyment during my quarantine, so I must thank you, Sir. Unrelated thought for discussion... Will Emily join the group once you are married? I certainly hope so! Merry Christmas.

[@crcb4]

David is my favorite

[@butchkerley]

Anthony Burger Wow -- the Greatest Pianist I've ever heard

[@douglasheath411]

If you are Born Again, David will sing the Holy Spirit into you until you can no longer contain it. If you have tears come to your eyes, that's what is happening to you

[@johnanyaogu5654]

David is a gift from God

[@CharlieMatthews2003]

Sadly the pianist isn’t with us anymore. :(. Fantastic talent