I Wont Give Up - Stellenbosch University Choir

Composer: Jason Mraz
Arranged: Tom Anderson
Adapted for mixed choir: André van der Merwe
Contact for the Choir: Corné Kruger (Woordfees): [e-mail]
Sound Engineer: Dr Gerhard Roux, Stellenbosch
Video: Homebrew Films (Ben Heyns)
Recorded: Endler Hall, Department of Music, Stellenbosch University, Sunday 6 October 2019

[@UnathiGX]

Choir: "UhHUHUHuuu..." Me: "OMG"... presses like.

[@ylcatas7329]

Ah thanks for reminding me :D

[@rosiek2287]

I am going to sing with this choir one day. I put it into the Universe again.

[@onthatilemphulo4048]

From your lips to God's ears. Amen

[@kevinm6790]

I hope it works out!!

[@Spasiuka]

Me too!! From Portugal to South Africa!!

[@richardlogan1021]

GO FOR IT!

[@bernardmousse4152]

How Lucky you are ! God bless you

[@richardlogan1021]

Dear South Africa: Listen to your own strong and hopeful voices.

[@nathantitus8311]

Being in Limpopo Province and my daughter in Cape town at a time such as this, is heart breaking. Watching her sing, while listening to these heavenly voices, takes away the pain of not being with her physically and keeps us connected in a very special way. Thank you Stellenbosch!

[@aussieevonne7857]

Strength brother. Strength to you and your loved ones and to your country. I'm rooting for you and for Mzansi. Love from The Netherlands.

[@nathantitus8311]

@@aussieevonne7857 Thank you so much, God bless you!

[@aussieevonne7857]

@@nathantitus8311 🙏🏽

[@francisadkins7351]

God always finds a way to connect people and there loved ones....just as he does with you. May he continue Blessing you and all of your loved ones. Love from Zambia❤

[@bernardmousse4152]

You can be proud of her performance. It s a beautiful choir. From France

[@mandisambona6655]

I'd cry for 40 days and 40 nights if I get the opportunity to see this choir perform live

[@judithhu2336]

Why is this whole choir not only talented but also very good looking?! Love this performance - especially with the message of not giving up these days!! Lots of love and thank you to our friends in South Africa and the whole world from Germany🌍😘

[@hellenakinyi4750]

Ikr! They are so good looking

[@rogerfederer9523]

the cheerleader effect. haha just kidding.

[@lisamschlenker1495]

Yay, another soul from Germany in love with this choir

[@Loreman72]

S African girls are often pretty 😉 Plus, everyone is young, which helps.

[@alicegauteng2358]

@@Loreman72 Yes we ate pretty 🙈Thank you❤

[@lindstheteacher1611]

I had to leave my chior due to Covid 19. I was a senior in college. What I would give to sing one last time and hug all my friends one last time. I miss it and yes, this made me cry. I want to believe I’ll see them again 🥺

[@emilianogualdieri4930]

Always brilliant. There's no doubt it's one of the best choirs in the world. And Andre's arrangements are marvelous. Never seen anything like it. Greetings of a big fan from Uruguay.

[@philschneider6831]

I live in Los Angeles and love Stellenbossch choir and enjoyed my visit to South Africa a couple of years ago. All the best to the people of South Africa

[@gracepomeleo4440]

Hope to see them live someday.

[@richardlogan1021]

Still the greatest choir in the world. And we love that has become ever more representative of the dream of a Rainbow Nation.

[@richardlogan1021]

Those crystal sopranos. One of many distinctive hallmarks of this outstanding choir.

[@brianmugendi9384]

this will be a mega hit like the "say something" one they did!!

[@apongnwufopenawoh8910]

If earth can sound like this I wonder how Heaven will be..... So beautiful ❤❤❤❤

[@iyaloouugwanga3220]

Yes... Stellies maan. I love you. From Namibia

[@jasi6466]

2:41 his emotions made me cry❤ and why are we not talking about how goodlooking that whole choir is?!

[@Nkomonomics]

😭😭❤❤❤❤he felt the song so much

[@richardlogan1021]

Maybe we are jealous?

[@pamberinehondo9447]

Maybe because their looks are the least most important part of this incredibly emotional performance. Would you not have enjoyed this if they were all disfigured and less pleasing on the eye, so to speak? NO, their looks do not matter but their beauty does. It is completely different ❤

[@kevindevilliers3572]

​@Pamberi ne Hondo They are good looking because that's how we breed them here in S.A.

[@gardenman6218]

This choral organization is simply outstanding!! The clarity of voices is unreal. The emotion within this group is uplifting. The best choral group I gave ever heard.

[@hannah1820]

Choirs like this one are so magical, ppl sharing their love for music and bringing joy to everyone listening.❤ Hearing this gives me hope that we can get through this crisis together🌍🌎🌏

[@samuelchekwube3633]

When I look into your eyes It's like watching the night sky Or a beautiful sunrise Well there's so much they hold And just like them old stars I see that you've come so far To be right where you are How old is your soul? Well, I won't give up on us Even if the skies get rough I'm giving you all my love I'm still looking up And when you're needing your space To do some navigating I'll be here patiently waiting To see what you find 'Cause even the stars they burn Some even fall to the earth We've got a lot to learn God knows we're worth it No, I won't give up I don't wanna be someone who walks away so easily I'm here to stay and make the difference that I can make Our differences they do a lot to teach us how to use the tools and gifts We got yeah we got a lot at stake And in the end you're still my friend at least we did intend For us to work we didn't break, we didn't burn We had to learn, how to bend without the world caving in I had to learn what I got, and what I'm not And who I am I won't give up on us Even if the skies get rough I'm giving you all my love I'm still looking up I'm still looking up Well, I won't give up on us (no I'm not giving up) God knows I'm tough (I am tough) he knows (I am loved) We got a lot to learn (we're alive, we are loved) God knows we're worth it (and we're worth it) I won't give up on us Even if the skies get rough I'm giving you all my love I'm still looking up

[@richardlogan1021]

Just listened to this again on the day of the U.S. inauguration of our new President. THANK YOU !! for this beautiful and powerful message of hope S.U. You helped inspire America -- and the world -- not to give up.

[@natashaapeadjei6938]

One day I will belong to this choir too.. I put it into the universe!

[@brendaruscigno3006]

Here are some people who know where their strength comes from. Still lookin up. Thank you Jesus

[@tatendazinamo38]

Sister with the big hair and big glasses is giving me life

[@Llewellyn2099]

“Music is a language that doesn’t speak in particular words. It speaks in emotions, and if it’s in the bones, it’s in the bones.” ― Keith Richards

[@mogimbo]

... that ending sustained perfect PERFECT harmonious note. There is magic and I just found it.

[@rowiekays338]

This choir always has a way to get to the inner spirits of everyone. The humming and flow of the song is beyond magical. It's real talent.

[@rutendomusuka9950]

My favorite choir, their music keeps me going🌷

[@manfredmentoor1459]

When I took my parents and fiancé to see the choir, this served as a re-assurance to my fiancé that I wont give up on her...2 weeks after popping the question. This song...this version will be playing at my wedding...waiting on the Album Andre...looking at the choir members I would believe you asked them to set there focus themselves on those they wont give up on someone,because thats the look they had in this rendition. Magical

[@iwznaboyband]

Needed this today. Thank you.

[@andrejansen5699]

Ik word steeds ontroerd door dit koor. Niet alleen zingen ze geweldig, ze zijn zo enthousiast, ze zijn jong, het is een heerlijk divers koor. Misschien proef ik er iets in van hoe de wereld ook kan zijn: We won't give up!

[@MelusiBhenguthe_great]

You make me a very proud South African.

[@grahamsneddon4274]

Always brilliant, this is no exception. Loving it in Durham, UK. Thank you 😀

[@antm64]

The joy of singing is so in evidence with this choir!!! They are reacting to the emotional words...their faces and movements adding to the drama of the lyrics. Harmonies featured in this arrangement are so pleasing. Thank you for posting this wonderful video...I'll be coming back many times. Stay well and healthy!!

[@anastashiamuthee5938]

Its never enough, always wanting to hear more and more of this choir. So blessed.

[@SeanModernAthlete]

I sang in this choir in 1994. Really enjoyed it, but things have changed massively since then. Wish we'd had this conductor and choice of music back then!

[@maximw9362]

Wow😍you guys amaze me everytime... My biggest respect to Mister van der Merwe for bringing this amazing group together and to every single one of the singers for singing absolutely flawless

[@mekeferreira9372]

It’s my dream to be in this choir

[@rowiekays338]

Dreams are always fulfilled just don't give up you will get to sing with the choir one day.

[@abigaledefeo6665]

university choir you sound outstanding if Jason mraz herd you choir he will be so happy how good you sound great job so proud of all of you.

[@limrosemary8536]

great country .., South Africa ...

[@MrLutunasobasoba]

Just when I thought you guys couldn't get any better! Vinaka from Fiji🙂

[@chriswilders9060]

This is eyewashingly glorious. The future is full of hope for these young folk.

[@sandranjang5855]

Best choir, I can't stop listening an wishing I was with them. My love for this choir is unconditional

[@cath3638]

One of the best choirs in the world.

[@richardlogan1021]

Sorry. THE best choir in the world.

[@ZO150ZO]

Whether its traditional or contemporary they do it so well they never disappoint

[@steevjaems]

Humanity CAN come together and use that which is common within us all, to create a beautiful melody that celebrates our differences and channels our voices to one purpose... these shared ideals can touch every human heart and change the world for the better through this synergism... thank you for the inspiration.

[@kipyegonyator2756]

Stellenbosch university choir, thanks a million. You make me see how heaven will be like with the beautiful harmony in your music. God bless. Longing to one day be part of stellenbosch University. Good job Mr. Van Dir Merwe

[@krynzkrynauw9544]

The best choir ever. Amazing! Well done Maties.

[@thinazulu9180]

One day I’ll be singing among these amazing voices😪🤞

[@richardlogan1021]

1:02 Watch her hand. Talk about a genuine heartfelt gesture.

[@aldonbarend]

Aaaah 😭😭 had so much joy singing this

[@shaenmare562]

Even me! Die trane sit vlak hoor! 😭❤️

[@shaungraemecarolissen5262]

Ons het lekker saam gegooi op hierdie nommer!😂

[@aldonbarend]

Haha simply amazing ❤️

[@lindstheteacher1611]

Beautiful!

[@whitneyndongo6820]

This videos have been a welcomed blessing during this quarantine. Absolutely beautiful ❤ Love from 🇳🇦

[@sandramoller1820]

I heard this song live in October and ever since then i cry when I hear it... thank you so much for uploading and your music ❤️

[@giochionlinevideoinita2206]

God blessed us with music and heavenly voices! God bless you!! Blessings from Italy

[@gregcleveland6270]

Again, YOU'VE DONE IT like no one else can. Thank you!

[@ananiastrasias4909]

Much love from Tanzania

[@emkaye3687]

Love, love, love - all the way from Australia.. You all should be so proud of your achievements and André- amazing! 😊

[@henmargames4940]

As always...... brilliant hope to meet you all at the WCG 2021 in Flanders !!

[@jennyb7745]

All colours,all creeds singing together in harmony . . . .Doesn't get any better than that.I especially love to hear the men singing.❤️

[@1946nimrod]

They are simply....immaculate.....

[@docsafari]

It could not be simpler-. This is the greatest choir on earth.

[@JK-mz9qr]

Very beautiful. I feel blessed listening to this. Also a realisation that I should not give up on myself especially loose my soul. I feel very blessed. Thanks

[@charlesm6919]

You just want to keep replaying this song over and over. Spectacular bass, and a true blending of voices and harmony. The Director is amazing how he can pull so much out of these singers. Great job to all!! In troubling times, this song will just keep hitting all the right notes. Thank you for making my day better and brighter.

[@salmafirdausyaqn2104]

Good sleep tonight❤

[@siphiwemagudulela2992]

Music is life !

[@donnazain3574]

Mazing miss u😘😍😍 I'am Indonesia

[@marcustraore545]

I don’t even know how many times I’ve played this song cause every evening time, when I parading, I play this song with my AirPods on. It’s like 💥 lol. You guys are fantastic! You’ve taken Jason Mraz’s song into another level. Of a truth, André Van Der Merve is phenomenal! Y’all just amazing! Respect Stellenbosch. Y’all great!❤️

[@flarkityt]

Even the comments touched me. Fantastic work

[@naomizulu2541]

Everytime I listen to this choir sing everything just becomes ok and I always get goosebumps ♥️

[@margrietbrandsma000]

Song of foresight !!! Never ever will we give up !!!!!!

[@sampielouw]

They still study something in between pure perfection 😳👏👏👏💜

[@charlesmahaffey8818]

Stellenbosch just keeps getting better and better. Great song, great filming. Keep them coming!!!

[@briss_west6590]

You guys make me feel the Real Magic in Music literally, congratulations for such high synchronization. Thumbs up to Mr. Van Der Merwe for such outstanding arrangement work.

[@tinoh.5595]

thanks for this beautiful piece of art; this sound gives me hope in a personal severe life-crisis to start to crawl back again out from deepest darkness inside towards the sunlight. hugs from germany to south africa and to all those suffering pain: we are not alone and lets listen to this music to joy our hearts and souls :-)

[@damapikk9522]

I listen to this beautiful music...and fill me with energy, light, life. I love this choir so-so-so much

[@kgosigadi_TeeTwo]

Each time they sing I get why they are one of the world’s BEST!!!! I think we can all agree that 👌🔥.Man😩😍

[@kevindevilliers3572]

Agree 100%.

[@pieterotto6317]

Wow..... Just..... WOW

[@ellengracegrc]

When I look into your eyes It's like watching the night sky Or a beautiful sunrise So much they hold And just like them old stars I see that you've come so far To be right where you are How old is your soul? I won't give up on us Even if the skies get rough I'm giving you all my love I'm still looking up And when you're needing your space To do some navigating I'll be here patiently waiting To see what you find Cos even the stars they burn Some even fall to the earth We got a lot to learn God knows we're worth it No I won't give up I don't wanna be someone who walks away so easily I'm here to stay and make the difference that I can make Our differences they do a lot to teach us how to use The tools and gifts we've got yeah we…

[@sphiwedube2685]

Please continue with the lyrics

[@mhogomchungu7882]

The voices motivated me.... To start afresh

[@puritymagubane761]

It heals the soul.

[@abrahamjohnson9722]

The colour and voice of this Choir is very beautiful May God Bless You all

[@divanbosman561]

Uiteindelik😍😁😁

[@faghqgsanon]

I'm OBSESSED with this Coutts choir! Could watch them ALL DAY!

[@iniaraiyawa8480]

Beautiful voices love the harmony....all the way from the Fiji Islands n Andre u r courageously the best choirmaster of all

[@DB-nj9rg]

this is a good song, but Stellenbosch University Choir brings it to a completely new level. Thank you!

[@anapaulic1395]

❤️❤️❤️🙏you are amazing!!!! This is unbelievable

[@mokhethiron6786]

Wow.I've listened to so many choirs before and I can't compare them to this ,such beauty

[@karinheinrich7336]

Never give up🌈💞🙏what a wonderful life🦄🌳😇💜 Never give up myself with you.

[@karinboonman2614]

Weer een prachtig lied van het Stellenbosch universiteits koor. Jullie zingen zo mooi als eenheid. I love it.

[@makabongwe7]

Is there any University choir greater than this one? Wow!

[@richardlogan1021]

Nope.

[@yna1539]

listening to this choir gives me goosebumps 😍😍you guys are the best,I wish to meet you guys in person. and me working for THE STELLENBOSCH restaurant in Namibia makes me happy every day I go to work. Keep it up guys. 👏👏💟

[@ginadavis5187]

Da pelle d'oca !!!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@refentsekenneth9795]

Love this choir one day I'll be there 💗👌

[@richardlogan1021]

The way they sing "navigating" and then "waiting" is just beyond perfection .... Not to mention the entire rest of this amazing performance. And hurrah to the first sopranos! ,, and every single other member.

[@susandeason1356]

One of the best choirs in the world. Magnificent!

[@emiliarolon3181]

I love how it can be seen the pass of time on the members. I love to see their young versions and the older ones

[@morganl2633]

All the videos I’ve seen of this choir are incredible but this one is especially special. The energy and excitement is breathtaking.

[@Spasiuka]

The sounds you all are capable of making lift me to Heaven or to an edgy sea (or both)... You are one of a kind! Thank you for being my catharsis! Greetings from Portugal!

[@alainnkodia313]

❤❤❤❤😭😭😭😭😭OH LORD be with this choir they may not luck of anything for generations 🙏

[@snazomatiwane1934]

😭💓💓💓 I love this. Absolutely beautiful

[@ziyandagandilanga5587]

OMG I love this choir😭.

[@asangaisaiah9021]

This is simply the best. Everything about this choir is super superb