Drew Sarich - Gethsemane (I only want to say)

Jesus Christ Superstar, 21st March 2008 in Vienna, Drew Sarich as Jesus

[@malikmlwilliams]

Fell down a KZbin rabbit hole and watched about 30 versions of “Gethsemane” tonight. This one still hits me the hardest. Powerful emotion throughout.

[@shiso7871]

I appreciate the most Michael Lee's version in English, classic but strong, with a special "what you started, I didn't start it!" Nevertheless this version here is so fresh, so good.

[@robinsings]

lol its a club.. welcome!

[@agarwaengrc]

huh, I did EXACTLY that a few weeks ago.... and also concluded this is the most intense one.

[@fezthecat1]

Unfortunately, he's the best Jesus, because he's also the best Judas.

[@Im_Wolfyy]

Drew’s new one just came out it’s amazing

[@OneBoredSoul]

He doesnt just go right into the "WWWWHHHHHYYYYY!!!!!?!??!?!?!?" he builds up the intenstiy a,d the song just explodes from there! he makes this TRUE rock!

[@FrankValchiria]

back again for this version. so fuuuuukin powerful

[@lasparri9816]

Cuando una reacción a esta versión de getsemani? Grande Drew Sarich

[@macwillaert612]

I feel like this is probably the best ACTED Gethsemane I've ever seen, which is impressive given the fact that one of his hands is taken by a microphone! I think Drew really takes us for a ride here, hitting all the points of weariness, to questioning, to frustration, to anger, almost to terror, and finally back to this heartbreaking sadness. His gestures and use of his eyes are amazing. His choice to go to the floor and delivery on "where and how" gets me too. That's why I like it, at least!

[@HansLanda7]

I live for this song and this is the best version of, "Gethsemane" I've ever heard. His ad-lib choices are so original and his range is out of bounds.

[@camaro-bk7wz]

I can't believe he blew away Ted Neeley and every guy on KZbin that I've seen sing this song!!

[@62tve]

Not Ian Gilllan

[@andystover1013]

I think this is so out of the ordinary because most Jesus's are much more content and Drew decides to play out the emotions to highest degree which, I think, embodies the song very well.

[@Ilma1984]

Wow, I totally adore him!! It's JCS "in concert" but he really breaks down on stage - even in concert. He doesn't play Jesus, he IS Jesus!! I love his interpretation of this very aggressive Jesus who struggles with his father and his mission! when I heared this song sung by Drew the first time I finally understood it - understood the fight Jesus was in during this situation / song, that he was afraid of death like any other human being and I really felt the desperation! Bravo, Drew!

[@coleyblossoms1051]

I love how Drew embraced the rock opera spirit of the show. He hits it so hard and the result is absolutely devastating.

[@AmarBiamonteMusic]

3:59 was the most brilliant use of a microphone ever.

[@dramagal21]

I like how Drew approaches the song very in a very unapologetic manner; he's singing to God, but he comes off as seeming as though he sees himself as God's equal, which is good, considering the character he's portraying. At the same time, the emotion, passion, and anger in the song reveals his humanity, making Drew's Jesus a complex one. Honestly, I prefer Drew's Judas to his Jesus, but I think his interpretation of Jesus is interesting--maybe a bit arrogant for me at points, but interesting.

[@shiso7871]

Well, God Father is the only real bad guy in this musical. He holds every card.

[@hugodogobob]

i like this because he doesn't follow the original, he puts his own syle on it which works better than most because it has emotion not just a guy following the band and singing about something than doesn't fit how they sound emotionally.

[@jazztom86]

As much as I like and appreciate his great voice and technique, I really get quite annoyed by the fact that he keeps changing the melody, to the point where good part of the song doesn't have anything to do with the original score anymore. Just because you're able to do certain things, doesn't mean you have to do them. He should stick more to the score and keep the other stuff for his own, original projects. Taking liberties is a good thing and helps interpretation, but this is frankly way too much.

[@epo1980]

i agree. i like drew, but the song wasnt written accidently in a way it was. a bit change is okay, but this is another song now.

[@kreykrey6488]

Every time i'm high, it feels like this performance is too massive and i have to switch the clip before my head explodes or just flips.. But then, when i'm not hi, i could watch this over n over again because this is so good.

[@xReBorNDarKness]

i listen to this when i'm high as well lool

[@АлексейКуницын-э8з]

Ian Gillan, Drew Sarich, Ted Neeley, Steve Balsamo and Kamil Strihavka are my favourites for Gethsemane. Maybe this one is the best live performance of Gethsemane.

[@ToddWaddell]

One of my favorite performances of Gethsemane.

[@MrZo345]

I have come back to this video periodically for 10 years. Drew taught me how far you someone can take the emotional impact of a song. This hits so hard, and i'm forever in awe.

[@chandanpuri2428]

Best performance of Gesthemane I've heard. Bold musical choices combined with a voice that can give that next level of energy to the high parts.

[@SwissArmyCheese]

Been a fan of Drew Sarich for years and just now finding this performance of his. As always he does a great job. But this performance of Gethsemane is very unique. Technically in a lot of ways he makes mistakes, but they seem on purpose. He has a way he's rehearsed this song and has chosen to perform it and it deviates greatly from the norm, and I absolutely love that. What a great showcase of his vocal talent as well as his acting ability.

[@crillane]

'so why then am I scared...' I love the way he sings that part

[@mayaluna11]

I've never been able to enjoy anyone but Neeley's voice with this song. Not only did this guy shock me, I can feel a rabbit hole of binge watching coming. Really hope there's lots of content.

[@WuRscHtBr0T]

I've never seen such a brilliant interpretation before. This man is a genius.

[@luuk3731]

I like those ones with unique takes on this song. thats why I value Ian Gillan, Ted Neeleey, and Steve Balsamo on the top of the list. And yes, this guy definitely deserves a spot at the top of my list.

[@juliagerstein9771]

his acting &voice are mind blowing... 2:25 why don't we see him more? literally giving me goooooosebumps.

[@waseemalzer1791]

2:44 literally slays me

[@MooseyFate100]

I only want to say, best version I've ever seen.

[@l_Star_Light]

Raw vessel of passion, expression brilliantly executed 🙌💫💫 Just guided to experience some magic 🙏 just wow

[@clude9897]

Apart from his super excessive rubato at the beginning this was phenomenal. First time that I’ve felt this song is actually rock.

[@mikeomalley2460]

2:42 such an amazing little riff he does there to fall onto that note

[@nosaint4870]

THAT FUCKING FRY SCREAM RIGHT BEFORE THE BELT!! AMAZING

[@해해우앙]

이거 듣고나서 부턴 우리나라 어줍잖게 부르는거 보고나선 꼭 이걸로 다시 정화함 ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

[@FrankValchiria]

sorry who said this guy didn't have the vocal ability to sign this. he is fukkkin gigantic. i'm shivering.

[@JustAnotherBuckyLover]

Drew blows away the roles of both Judas AND Jesus... Amazing.

[@Phasmania]

Funny to see you here on another Drew Sarich JCS video, but completely agree lol. One of the best to do it imo. As for Judas, my top 5 rankings are Carl Anderson at #1, Drew Sarich at #2, Zubin Varla at #3, Tim Minchin at #4, and Brandon Victor Dixon at #5.

[@JustAnotherBuckyLover]

@@Phasmania Haha well hi there again! I will have to check out Zubin Varla's performance. Thanks for the hint.

[@Phasmania]

@@JustAnotherBuckyLover Happy to put people on Zubin’s version, just FYI he’s the Judas to Steve Balsamo’s Jesus. His “Heaven on Their Minds” is seriously amazing, I really like how desperate and scared he sounds. Sucks there was never a live recording of the play cause I’m sure his acting was off the charts

[@HwanaPARK]

난 아직도 이분이 부르는 겟세마네의 전율을 잊지 못함...

[@DocPortland]

Wow what control! Incredible...

[@lukeqiggle8994]

@MrVictorPhineas Training. He has worked very hard like every other vocalist to train his vocal mechanism to do exactly what he wants it to without creating any tension. The tension in ones voice is what causes strain, pain and in the end ruins the voice. So in the end it is his intense physical willpower, hours of training and the fact that he was born with such a magnificent vocal mechanism. All I am saying is you can't buy a sound like that. In the end it is God given.

[@sonicpoet1]

Devastating peformance....sends shivers down my spine.

[@kellirichins1548]

Would gleefully use a Genie wish on being able to see this live, but damn glad someone recorded it!

[@damiansamaelmorningstar9752]

In my book, Drew's version of Gethsemane is the second best of all who perfromed the song. The first and the best is Ian Gillan, second is Drew Sarich and third is Ted Neeley.

[@milkcow]

Damian Lumen listen to Camilo sesto Spain cast from the 70s and Steve Balsamo from 1996/2005 remastered recording

[@ValentiaLyra]

Damian Lumen a

[@dawns.427]

I have to say this is my favorite performance of this song since Ted Neeley Did it for the movie. Great job!! I loved it!

[@carmen88z]

Fantástico, maravillosa interpretación 👏🎼🎤🎭♥️

[@npetris82]

One of the best performaces of this song I've ever seen!

[@GypsySayer]

I love EVERYTHING about this man... I'd make him shave the beard, but I'd still stalk him if he wasn't married! HEEE.

[@cambryn]

still my fave gethsemene after all these years.

[@meganmatheson4280]

That man is just 99.99 percent effort 😍❤️

[@adamdecoder1]

not necessarily "better", but definitely a far more original take on the song. I like them both almost equally as much because they are so vastly different. It shows how two completely different actors and voices can slip into the role in their own way. That's part of what makes it such a good rock opera.

[@TheFruitloop186]

Hey John Legend.. now that's how it's done !

[@timjudahofficial]

Julia S They’re both on their own levels, two different styles two different voices. Let’s appriciate their talents!

[@donnievasey8528]

John Legend was terrible. This is the best version of Gethsame ever. Dig deeper... he is a brilliant Judas as well.

[@donnievasey8528]

Best version of this song... not to mention he is an AMAZING Judas as well. Look it up.

[@isalabells]

tfw Drew's playing Jesus but this video just proves that he was God all along

[@judemay2849]

What I love about drew when he plays Jesus is he treats him like every normal person, he has feelings and cares for the people he is guiding but also is creating his own life whilst showing with way of God towards his followers. But Drew gives Jesus the only time to scream and let out his fears, because ultimately, he doesn’t want to die and is questioning his father’s word but why should he die if he sees no point to his death. He has come to his crossroads, he’s so sad here Jesus but drew plays him so aggressive that conveys that he’s scarier, to me anyway, than Judas and is filled with much more rage he just wants to know why should he give his life when he wants to be alive like every one else.

[@annagrubits5061]

Amazing....Oh my God!!! Who could sing like him?

[@showmethemoney812]

great performance I have ever seen...

[@goodgollythetrolly8819]

This is the best performance of gethsamane I’ve ever seen!!!!!

[@MrMcfly1988]

I like how he grabs the microphone like metal style

[@kempiro]

Never a fan of this song--JC is such a difficutl part, but this guy nails it so hard, I was speechless (yesterday). Finally a performance that lives up to the subtitle "rock opera." Bra-fricken-vo!

[@juliadst]

I think I'm speechless... So intense

[@redditstories2750]

Wild, right? I have watched more versions of Gethsemane then there are on this earth. And even though I'm quite the purist... and this version did take multiple listens to appreciate his choices... this is just the best one. Absolutely glorious.

[@folkflying2]

Amazing range and emotion! What a wonderful live rendition, but my go-to will always be Ted Neeley's original from the film. (Personal inflection is great here, but it is not what the composer(s) put on paper.) Hitting the notes is easy for some. Hitting the notes as written, is another story and level of skill all together. Drew is a brilliant singer non the less. I'll share this one.

[@jareddeason]

Damn. That was unexpected. Didn't think he would hit the high note but he nailed it. Great performance!

[@ogphantom15]

Love Drew but, he made a better Judas then Jesus! in my book! :) but, he is wonderful

[@tankmaster1018]

+ogphantom15 Dude Drew Sarich as Judas would be my dream come true in a production of JCS! I would fucking love to hear him sing Heaven On Their Minds

[@carolinmuller1757]

+tankmaster1018 he has already played Judas actually and i loved his version of "heaven on their minds" *-*

[@ogphantom15]

+Carolin Müller Me too he did great

[@nirvanirva1392]

That was incredible and great! Though I wouldn't want this Jesus to die for me. This is the Jesus peoples killed each other for. It's terrible, but it's truth. This is the Jesus we deserve.

[@CzesiaPL]

Every time I hear Drew Sarich I get goosebumps. He's voice just pwnes me but I feel great with this ~.^

[@lbjsweetp]

I’ve been blessed to see Ted Neely many times in this role, and I was always moved. But oh my Drew gets me deep down in gut. I would love to see him perform. Wow wow. He is blessed with talent.

[@sofapillow7660]

A true fucking rockstar. Jesus CHRIST that scream is orgasmic

[@CameronCuevaClarke]

Well, whatever the song is called... Drew Sarich TEARS IT UP! Damn! He's good!

[@DavidMichaelToole]

Chills. Damn.

[@WrightFightConcepts]

Holy crap!!! This was AMAZING!

[@douglasgonnelly4676]

Beat rendition of this piece bar none.

[@oyami4444]

Oh... This is actually good. Love it.

[@Wrightthang]

A great representative interpretation of Jesus in the Garden. Of course, Jesus must have been a little confrontational with God, but recovered to move forward with his mission. A wonderful rendition with which we can readily identify.

[@Kessra]

"now listen, I remember when this whole thing began - no talk of god then whe called you our man and believe me, my admiration for you hasn't died but every word you say today, get's twisted round some other way, they'll hurt you when they think you've lied." taken from "heaven on theire minds". In my opinion this shows, that judas did care for jesus and therefore wanted him to don't attract attention as they will get harmed if jesus can't keep to his promises.

[@Andrea.final.symphony]

I'd love to see Drew Sarich singing in a progressive metal band. He would rock the hell out.

[@СергійХмель-и8к]

His voice is perfect for prog!

[@spacecase7566]

This was great! Such a beautiful voice and an emotional and original performance.

[@최쟉]

2:42 My favorite part... What a clearly high note !!

[@xMCxVSxARBITERx]

I only have to say...this is my favourite live version of the song... Gillan is my ultimate nr. 1 but this really is great!

[@СергійХмель-и8к]

In my opinion - this is the best performance of this song. Amazing singer, pure talent

[@mysterywhiteboy41]

@Eroticon4 The composer expects a good amount of melodic changes. The entire middle section is written as slash notation and literally says "ad lib"

[@ub6025]

Oh god, i am not the only one who is obsessed from "Gethsemane". 🙏 Drew Sarich sings this exceptional song with all hard emotions and his stunning voice so good💔😢. This is no song to sing for everybody!

[@anggnalikadkomento6549]

I love you Drew!

[@dianeharris3829]

Try watching the version by the incomparable Dan Vasc - just AMAZING!!!

[@FraserGrut]

This sends chills down my spine!

[@fusselkatze8393]

goosebumps all over.... wow!!!

[@neuralmute]

Drew Sarich never fails to impress. I think I like him better as Judas, but still, WOW! This would be my favourite version of this song, if Colm Wilkinson hadn't recorded it too!

[@braidleywilson9672]

Forever and always my favourite version of this. Albeit a much changed song but by god (pun intended) the vocals are off the scale

[@braidleywilson9672]

I’m back again!

[@lesterismyname]

This is one of the best ones i have seen. It originally is a Rock Opera esque type musical with heavy funk influence, as is mentioned by many people. This interpretation shows the emotion of the actual scene in the film and is more of a rock interpretation. 5 stars thumbs up!

[@roxyg2953]

Goosebumps.. drew you're unbelievably talented

[@villanueva41]

That made my spine chill up... not many videos do that... AWESOME!!!

[@igkad]

you know i didnt like him at first, only because i saw him as Enjolras in Les Miserables, and he is definetly not an Enjolras. hes great as Valjean though. (on a side note, David Thaxton is the greatest Enjolras ever!!!!!!!) XD Still, Sarich is amazing in this song, but no one can compare with the one and only Ian Gillian. greatest Rock n Roll voice ever. and he did the best jesus ever. I wish he did the movie.

[@TheWildManEnkidu]

yeah but this guys interpretation is that Jesus is angry. The whole point of the musical is that Jesus was different to what people thought he was, the interpretation is that Jesus is questioning God, here the artists interpretation is that Jesus is angry because he has been chosen to die for our sins, even though he has tried his best. Other artists playing the part might have different versions?

[@garlichotdog]

Just because Sarich takes a different interpretation doesnt mean he needs acting lessons. Look at Sarich's other performances, In my opinion I think hes better than a lot of the Musical Theatre actors out there. You say that you do not think that anger is appropriate throughout the whole song, which is very valid. Look at the content of the song, Jesus is talking about his death which he doesnt understand, Id be angry. Anyways, Sarch isnt mad the whole time really (watch the end a bit closer).

[@DonYayo505]

This version is just phenomenal, as it starts on that high note at 2:13 and doesn't come down until 2:49. Goosebumps for 36 seconds!

[@Kessra]

well, judas isn't all that bad, he only had doubt in what jesus really aimed for "Listen Jesus, I don't like what I see and all I ask is that you listen to me and remember I've been your right hand man all along. Now you have set them all on fire, they think they've found a new messiah and they'll hate you when they find they're wrong"

[@TheWildManEnkidu]

i agree with what your saying, but the point of the musical is to show a more human Jesus, rather than the all knowing, meek son of God. He is human, he is afraid to die, hence the point of the song. I think this is a good portrayal of how Jesus would feel if he was more human rather than a messiah. But you are right.

[@Kessra]

well, I'm not sure why this should lack emotions but this performance was recorded from a concertant play. and in my opinion, drew sings with a ton of emotions but maybe I'm not used to other versions. I have only seen the play in amstetten with steven seal and drew sarich, the version with drew sarich and serkan kaya as well as the film back in the 70's

[@kempiro]

Really? I thought his rage was pretty brilliant--nobody reads Jesus that way--he's always so weepy and pleading. Drew Sarich is the first actor to make me believe he was actually having a fight with God and not just begging for a way out. I don't see his anger in this clip as "easy" anger, but full-throated and well-earned.

[@seantube92]

This is my joint favourite performance of Gethsemane as well as Steve Balsamo's version. Both amazing! Drew is seriously OUTSTANDING!!

[@TheWildManEnkidu]

yes you have said it all i don't have a comeback but i agree wholeheartedly. The only thing is i don't think Judas was a back-stabbing traitor as you called it, he had a mind of his own and wasn't a coward, Jesus ASKED Judas to betray him.

[@Gustardust]

Awesome! He is great!

[@JamesDurbinOfficial]

I think (at least) 1,000 of these views are mine :) My formative years were spent studying this performance

[@DrFlaxWebFLOO]

@huddy0hameron Carter's miserably weak voice against Sarich's powerhouse rock voice? I don't think so.

[@siewbergeron8014]

Jean Guy Joseph

[@ChrisW21341]

how can you call this disturbing? Drew's performance of this is outstanding!