Hayley Westenra - May It Be

[@peterx727]

This is from the concert Hayley gave in New Zealand when she was just 17. To be able to sing like this at such a young age is truly awesome.

[@onlywenilaugh6589]

34 now, wow time really does fly. Youth is underrated.

[@donnied6151]

Walked past her in Auckland many years ago when she was big. Beautiful young women.

[@nicolasdelaforge7420]

only she can equal enya's original, she's the most talented in her category.

[@nore8141]

What an angelic voice…my heart ❤️ breaks when I heard this for the first time. The world needs more of this

[@charliediver1]

WOW!!! What a voice! Even angels would cry of emotion listening to her. This song in a duo with Enya would be priceless.

[@maretteschulz8898]

WOW - years after watching LOTR many times over, this voice and the stage set/background still chills.💕💕👌👌

[@woody5109]

Beautiful girl, beautiful voice, beautiful song, well done young lady. 🙏

[@andyfewings2959]

Quite possibly the most pure voice out there.. and this song brings tears to the eyes.. soulful and beautiful ❤

[@bobpurnell6721]

This song defines me and my life's journey. I have experienced loneliness, anxiety, depression. I't a lonely road that only someone who's been down the same Path would understand. May ALL who travel this Road find rest and peace.

[@lizhang2849]

I think I can understand what you mean. Life is not easy, during this road, we have learned to be the company of ourselves. May ALL who travel this Road find rest and peace.

[@edwardpardy7866]

I know this is an old thread but I just wanted to say I'm with ya. I understand!

[@timheavrin2253]

I understand totally. A lot of us sometimes feel this way too. But then along comes a song like this to make things brighter again.

[@jamesbarker2567]

Same Here! 🙏🙏

[@soma4u289]

And nobody gives a s... except me

[@RICREYNOLDSMUSIC]

Such a beautiful and uplifting song to fit those who face hardships. Everyone has trials and songs like these can make you stronger and feel at peace. When all seems lost, all hope is gone, stand on your feet and move forward. It may be hard to see the sun set but there are beautiful moutains that we must climb to see it.

[@maretteschulz8898]

and yet, here I am again, after watching another couple of beautiful singers on the 'tube after they popped up on my feed. The orchestral accompaniment and the visuals in this piece are thrilling. If the series doesn't come on TV in the near future.....I'ma gonna buy a dvd player and rewatch my boxed trilogy AGAIN.👌👌🤣🤣

[@ChaosControl1997]

She has one of those voices that give you cold chills and moves right through you, beautiful.

[@sabesanswaminathan]

Mesmerising ,a flawless rendition .her voice is as smooth as a brook that flows effortlessly over pebbles!!

[@anthonymiley188]

Great description.

[@rustynails113]

My very soul is touched by her voice.

[@jlions72]

Mine too....right down to it ......

[@kenslevin35]

Beautiful live performance by Hayley ! Always loved this song. It has a haunting sound. In comparing with Enya, I love both versions.

[@MichaelAJohnson-c8s]

This is my third comment about this lady. I am just blown away by her beautiful voice and presence. What a blessing!

[@kennethhirlinger3014]

Another in an endless number of great performances by Hayley, the greatest of all the Celtic women!

[@courtneygrier2015]

She and Chloë Agnew are my favorites! ❤

[@lynharrod5087]

I have always adored Hayley...But her rendition of this iconic song is just superb!! 3.2021. xx

[@jackimanning8167]

Hayley Westenra has one of the best voices I have ever had the privilege of hearing. I have loved her voice for many years .

[@jamesharris5868]

I have seen her live twice and I can honestly say she is amazing her voice just hits u with so much power

[@kyleday5026]

@@jamesharris5868 what was she like live

[@soulisdaskalakis2274]

Best voice I ever heard!!

[@kyleday5026]

its very celtic and heavenly

[@ronsterbenz8648]

Soulis Daskalakis listen to Amira Willighagen you might enjoy

[@hughelizabethmckay6792]

Heard this song many times by different singers , Hayley Westenra’s by far the best I have heard ............ Beautiful .............

[@MichaelAJohnson-c8s]

Just stumbled onto this here in late 2024. Realized that there is a lot I missed. Beautiful lady, beautiful song!

[@khpoon8359]

Beautiful voice... I can't stop repeating this song

[@jamesbird3525]

Thank you so much. God has truly blessed her with an unbelievably angelic voice.

[@eyespythesky124]

Her voice alone would have me on one knee with the one ring to rule them all. Absolutely gorgeous performance.

[@yggdrasild755]

Honeymoon in Mordor ?

[@bluenetmarketing]

Perfect pitch, perfect phrasing, and a perfect song. Amazing amazing voice!

[@jellyfish9152]

Have watched LOTR about 15 times. One of the greatest movies ever. 9 hours plus glued to my seat. Amongst all the LOTR songs, this is by far the one I love so much. Hands down.

[@carlaaustin6054]

She has a strong voice. Beautiful! Never heard of her before.

[@thebops4180]

Words can't describe how beautiful this performance was :) Simply magnificent :) What a voice :) Absolutely gifted to sing at such a high level!

[@193322009]

My God, she is absolutely gorgeous and has a singing voice of an angel! Cheers from America.

[@adamlane847]

She is so pure! amazing voice.. simply beautiful.

[@pointyboots]

Stunning voice. She's wonderful.

[@hitcher1779]

Just beautiful ..... great posting, thanks

[@imacanadian1971]

I have listened to this a few times now and this is the one I hear in my mind when I think about it. You have a fantastic voice Hayley it would be so great to hear you live.

[@chrisventer3060]

What a great voice a pleasure to hear ❤️😊

[@Jen_192]

It’s absolutely beautiful 🤩 where are you watching from ?

[@prwoolrich]

Without doubt this woman has one of the purest voices I've ever heard she is a gem

[@JohnSmith-ei2pm]

Try listening to Emma Kirkby. Then you really will hear purity and beauty of tone.

[@courtneygrier2015]

Agreed!!!

[@katerinakemp5701]

@@JohnSmith-ei2pm lol not to sure about that I have listened to 3 ladies that have sung this tune besides this young lady I like Enya and as the Maestro Ennio Morricone stated in his interview Hayley is pitch perfect, this young lady is the only singer that he collaborated with so what does that tell you all.

[@katerinakemp5701]

@@JohnSmith-ei2pm sorry not even close i have listened to Miss Kirby not even to this standard, my self i like Enya even with all the overlays she has, but as for purity of voice i prefer this young lady, but everyone to their own choice.

[@JohnSmith-ei2pm]

@@katerinakemp5701 It tells me nothing. I do not need the advice of this Morricone fellow or anyone else. My post related to the comment of Mr. Woolrich who waxed lyrical about what he alleged was the purity of her voice. I consider his comment ill informed and unreasonable. Relative to his claims her voice is uneven and what she does with it at times does not merit praise of any kind. You have expressed your views on the performance. Your preference has no relevance to either my comment or that of Mr. Woolrich.

[@AgnessaPatricia]

May it be an evening star Shines down upon you May it be when darkness falls Your heart will be true You walk a lonely road Oh! How far you are from home О! Как ты далеко от дома.. Mornie utulie (darkness has come) Mornie utulie (эльф. - "настала тьма") Believe and you will find your way Mornie alantie (darkness has fallen) Mornie alantie (эльф. - "тьма ушла") May it be the shadows call Will fly away May it be you journey on To light the day When the night is overcome You may rise to find the sun Ты найдёшь солнце. Mornie utulie (darkness has come) Mornie utulie (эльф. - "настала тьма") Believe and you will find your way Mornie alantie (darkness has fallen) Mornie alantie (эльф. - "тьма ушла") A promise lives within you now

[@mitsuokurokawa8329]

Que belíssima canção…❤ E que linda voz!

[@blueskiesandclouds5596]

Wonderful voice and beautiful orchestra arrangement too 👏

[@shannonsherwood6453]

how u have grown hayley, from celtic woman to solo, absolutely mesmerising@GOD BLESS

[@ashleymiller4397]

shannon sherwood sorry to inform you Shannon but this was recorded about two years before she joined Celtic Woman

[@shannonsherwood6453]

I know,I'm still following her,in fact all of them

[@steveb4599]

Haha. ... yeah. coz celtic woman would hire 'nobodies'... what you mean to say YOU first heard of her through celtic woman. she has been around selling out theatres for long before that. :)

[@Jamac007]

Enya's version was recorded in a studio, this is as live as it gets, no flaws or excuses just a straight forward performance... And nails it.

[@daisy8297]

The voice of an angel 🥰

[@bloodgracet5640]

Hayley, sings like something other-worldly, angelic, with a softness and beauty it immediately captures your heart then your imagination then your soul. How do you describe something like this? The only real definition would come by way of a song itself, a song sang back to the singer in order to capture the essence of beauty in feeling. This is the work of God.

[@Tonetwisters]

Each time I catch a video of this young lady, I marvel at both her immense beauty and her wonderful talent. In this song, she uses her voice as one would an instrument such as a violin. And did I say she is quite beautiful? Fantastic performance.

[@dansheridan4002]

I put on Celtic Women on Pandora while reading, and this song came on. I had to stop and marvel. This is the first time I've heard this woman sing. Just wow!

[@OlgaLevantovskayaDJ]

Замечательный и богатый оттенками голос Hayley Westenra! Наслаждаемся совершенным звучанием и забываем обо всем...

[@JosephPerot-pp3mx]

Love this lady and her voice

[@TheresiaSwiebel]

Very beautiful! I love this song. It's the orginal song of Enya. But Hayley sings this song also beautiful Thank you!

[@SmoothOperator123]

What a soothing and comforting voice to hear during this worldwide COVID-19 viral outbreak in March 2020 !

[@johnarthur6180]

what a rare pure beautiful voice. Thank you.

[@catsitter01]

We saw Haley at DAR in DC about this time, 2007. She was with Il Divo and had everyone in her hands when she sings. She's from New Zeland and does sound like the Celtic Women but she can make your heart soar with the clarity of her voice. Hope you enjoy and share.

[@rosairedubrule60]

she used to be in CW

[@DavidSmith-ej5uz]

@@rosairedubrule60 CW? ??

[@rosairedubrule60]

@@DavidSmith-ej5uz celtic woman

[@しろばんば-t6t]

I didn’t know that. Thanks for good information.

[@domingofameron6691]

I know she's from NZ. I thought she joined Celtic Women. I love Celtic Women the way they blend, their outfit, stage presentation, arrangements. Chloe, one of the original members, was 17 years old then

[@bobbailey7024]

How can anyone down vote this absolute perfection? They must be tone deaf.

[@richardikin]

This is beautiful, Hayleys voice is perfect, as is she.

[@peaceandhappiness901]

Absolutely beautiful, it doesn't get better than this. Peace love and Happiness

[@mythra7174]

I like Lisa Kelly's version better than this. (Not that this isn't good).

[@MichaelAJohnson-c8s]

Wow! Incredible voice. Beautiful lady!

[@bowiehs]

Her voice is so pure and beautiful.

[@jiminab]

agree

[@t0926331066t]

agree

[@plumeria66]

Michael Jenkins i

[@ohkchun4022]

Very good.

[@주상희-d6l]

DO AGREE

[@surferdudette19]

May it be an evening star shines down upon you May it be when darkness falls your heart will be true You walk a lonely road Oh how far you are from home Mornie utulie Believe and you will find your way Mornie alantie A promise lives within you now May it be the shadow's call will fly away May it be you journey on to light the day When the night is overcome You may rise to find the sun Mornie utulie Believe and you will find your way Mornie alantie A promise lives within you now A promise lives within you now

[@richardchampion1034]

surferdudette19 Thank you.

[@romanastrasheim4895]

Thank you. Love the lyrics!

[@gaborkeszthelyi892]

Mornie utulie ... Mornie alantie....

[@alexhsu4164]

🙏❤️🌷🌷🌷

[@susanagarrido6576]

Va av n121210003n akak@ka vA p av a bimn Va a pnavia v ppplna in aav

[@Hasi_era]

Fresh voice.So clean and beautiful !

[@philarsenault8537]

Amazingly beautiful, very gracefully sung!

[@JaimeSalazar-wm6dh]

What a voice??? Soft and angelic seems to send me sleepy while listening.❤❤❤

[@stephenehuff866]

The two best versions every, Hayley and Lisa Kelly of Celtic Woman. Just touches the soul.

[@alylogginz9762]

Steve Huff what about Enya she’s better than both of them

[@athleticguy15]

@@alylogginz9762 They are all very good, why get into a pissing match?

[@williamstall4420]

Lisa NAILED this song better live than any singer in a studio.

[@jameswyble2340]

Lisa Kelly is my preference. Each have their own high points. Its a matter of personal tastes.

[@michaelmorgan9824]

@@williamstall4420 is true!

[@JamesW971]

A star was born and she will always remain a star.

[@MITCH0760]

If you don't believe angels live among us just close your eyes and listen!

[@hydrolito]

Genesis says Abraham saw three men and later calls them the lord and two angels. So angels are just people.

[@emperorpenguin4663]

Yo r right, wait until she gets home

[@ianmaxwell282]

So beautiful, such an incredibly beautiful voice. Haley you just overwhelmed me with your grace and the voice of an angel. I wonder if the angels use you when they take a break. I hope that they don’t get too jealous!

[@rajamoorthy1969]

A voice for eternity....Freshest, Sweetest, Softest, Purest, Magnificent, Ethereal.,Heavenly..Soul stirring. Heart touching... No words can describe the beauty of this amazingly beautiful and wonderful voice.... This stunning lady can sing the pants off a king with her stunning vocals.... With Love

[@Reflection_Wave]

I RESPECT BOTH ENYA & HAYLEY. JUST BEAUTIFUL

[@geniemeadows5122]

I think we have too many Irish who come to view Hayley's music and they already have it in their head that Enya is better. Hayley is second to none! Doing a magnificent performance live, seals the deal I am sorry Irish folk! Back to the studio Enya!

[@davidhowell1560]

So beautiful love it. 😍

[@paulthaker9257]

absolutely beautiful an amazing voice thanku

[@jlboul]

Such a professional! Power in that voice quality and voice control.

[@romanastrasheim4895]

Amazing voice!! 😊💕❤ Beautiful.

[@율-m4u]

Beautiful voice ~♡♡ Wow 대박 아름다운 목소리 👍

[@theJetta1995]

Such a lovely voice. I really enjoy how her voice has matured over the years. It just gets better and better.

[@dindodenicolas5375]

have been looking for this singer coz my dvd got lost so now Ifound her here on you tube she is really one of a kind her voice seems like an angel a heavenly voice i

[@romanastrasheim4895]

Amazing voice!!! Beautiful!! 😊 Love her! ❤

[@Raptor501st]

That was...beautiful

[@BonfiglioSergio]

Beauty and talent. Simply magnificent.....

[@jeremiahlyleseditor437]

I've never heard this before. Beautiful song.

[@m.christopher8824]

If you think this is good Listen to Lisa Kelly sing it

[@WilliamHurst-yu5qu]

Such an angelic voice ❤xx

[@lanslay7342]

Absolutely beautiful and very beautifully done!!🛐🛐👏👏👍👍✝️✝️🌹🌹🌹🌹❤️💕🎆🌄💓💗🇺🇸

[@squiddy_bee]

If there is debate between who is the better singer of this song: Enya or Hayley: it is not a comparison that I like to see being made. Hayley has a more trained perhaps more powerful voice yes, Enya's is a bit more frail and soft, surely not as durable. But the version that I like better, not because it is sung any better than the other's is Enya's. That soft ethereal voice suits this song, trembling as it stream, and that is the kind of voice I think suits this song especially since it is the ending of one of The Lord of the rings movies. Unrushed and serene. I mean that's my opinion. Hayley's singing is absolutely lovely, a wonder to behold. But Hayley and Enya have different voices, both beautiful, yet different. I shall hope that people should just enjoy both versions and try not to let there be comparison voiced for it might only cause further debate or conflict. (Lol I'm a hypocrite but I'm also young xD)

[@agushartadi5923]

Very wide commentary.

[@gbear1005]

Lisa kelly did it better end.

[@tiborsebo4315]

L

[@dat_boii]

Enya did it best tho.

[@wisikahn]

Guess yourself was going through voice training also.. You are right

[@davidrhoades1238]

I think Hayley Westenta has a beautiful voice, and she is a lovely young lady.

[@derrickhowlettDQ]

LIKE A BEAUTIFUL GLIMPSE OF PARADISE! :) Hayley's lilting voice, so perfectly suited to this lovely song from LORD OF THE RINGS I, and the truly breathtaking scenery from that film. Amazing live performance, with a large awesome orchestra. Thank you, NEHOMAS; no wonder your video has more than four million views so far! Very moving!! :)

[@courtneygrier2015]

Hayley inspires me so much in my own music ❤❤

[@silva147708]

Wow, this is a gorgeous song!!

[@나는참]

Wonderful! She has a heavenly angelic voice. Sings very well.

[@audreyadams9498]

Thats oir girl! Haley from New Zealand. Amazing talent and amazing down to earth personality

[@courtneygrier2015]

She is incredibly down to earth! She is a true inspiration for my own music and has been my role model for over 10 years!

[@chankwong9911]

I bought her first album when she was fifteen~from Hong Kong

[@bertfannin9778]

WOW. That tugs at the heart. I think JRR would have been moved to tears.

[@wasslic]

Would love to hear Sissel perform this. She is brilliant at emoting feelings of a song and has the soft, tenderness that this song requires. REPLY

[@jirisobotka1051]

I must say it again. Hayley is true angel with angel voice, angel face and angel soul. All her songs are amazing. Bad, crazy, sometimes naked singers like Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, many rappers etc. has Billion views, while beautiful talented Hayley with perfect voice and perfect luxury has just 7 million. Why? What is happening with todays people. I am frustrated.

[@siobhantaylor4989]

What a beautiful child and a stunning bell-clear soprano! The pathos and drama that some are seeking will come later...I just enjoy her now.

[@jdhein32]

This is one of my favorite songs sung by her.

[@NooBiShNINjA58]

Wow that is by far the most beautiful voice i have ever seen

[@rascalhusky8129]

Today's best . Stunning and from NZ also a stunning country .

[@terrysmith8891]

Beautiful voice !!!

[@adriancifre3107]

Very good , very beautifull!!!!! Unique voice!!!!!! 💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@smartmaxwell8916]

Grace ,Beauty and Perfection at its finest, Hayley Westenra.

[@claudi.o]

Everything that sings perfects with his voice and talent, it is a blessing to hear it.

[@klytouch7515]

Yeah... perfection at your expense.. hmmm... I am no longer yours.. take note.

[@samoistina9507]

her :D

[@GlowBowlPhilosophy]

@@klytouch7515 yeah.. I took a cup... two blue mountains... more nonsense... take notes..

[@SuperSarah51]

I really don't know how people can say this is impersonal. I love everything about this performance and you can see it in her face how much she is involved in this song.

[@meetabose6340]

Goodness Gracious🙏Haley’s Voice captures the Soul & this Song does it in Flying Colours❤️❤️❤️

[@sergioxx]

non ho mai assistito ad un concerto del genere,ma quando ci sara a settembre io saro presente

[@jasontlho]

An astoundingly beautiful gift from God

[@LanzaNation]

I love Hayley, she's so gorgeous! And her singing is breath taking!

[@iloverugby7901]

There really is no comparison between Hayley and enya. This version to me is a beautifully sung song and Hayley has a fantastic vocal range. Very powerful and technically brilliant. Enyas voice isn't as strong as Hayley's I think we can all agree, but enyas has something that Hayley's just lacks. I know this is a live version. Enyas voice isn't the strongest, but it's that gentleness in her voice that makes enyas version still incredible. Enyas version just feels like it is delicately floating over the the skin, Hayley's is being sung and heard by the ears. Both versions are splendid and I'm not knocking either of them. I just had to say :P

[@christinef736]

Exactly what I was thinking; Enya's airy and light tone is better suited to the particular song than Hayley's heavier, classical sound (which is beautiful as well). Of course, I might be biased towards the original - but Enya's version is so ethereal...

[@ryphiusrabenfu5430]

Christine Franco Thats because its wrked over the the computer so many times Enyas voice just doesnt sound human anymore.

[@bobayres2351]

A very thoughtful intelligent comment. I agreee

[@theblue01]

Ryphius Rabenfuß she record herself like 20 times. it's not fake but she layers herself many times to get that ghostly sound.

[@youjunyang6919]

Hayley's one of my favorite as well. But, the original track by Enya is much better with that kind of light, heavenly, and elvish tone.

[@cezarsamblas]

Wonderful. Hayley is a beautiful woman, an a great singer. I love her!

[@johncollins392]

Beautiful Hayley!🤩