Iam Tongi Father And Son 2nd Full Performance | American Idol 2023 Disney Week Top 5 S21E18

[@rickjanuszkiewicz9901]

Iam your voice is fantastic !! I lost my dad 45yrs ago on Christmas Night i was 24yrs old !!! Seems like yesterday still miss him !!!

[@karenbreter5356]

I listen to his auditions over and over!! Love his smile and personality

[@centristpatriot7945]

What the haters don’t understand is that Iam is not an entertainer singer. When he sings he is a soul healer. He has many fans around the world cause this kind of singing talent is so rare. It’s not about vocal range with Iam; it’s about music that reaches the soul🙂

[@GanjahMacK]

A lot of people now days don’t understand that music was never meant for your ears, but your soul.

[@sirgeopene2956]

Tell @barbaraking that

[@itskaia3514]

Say it again n louder!!everyone around the world is watching because of Iam.

[@odettagonzalez4355]

@@GanjahMacK u nailed it❤👌

[@Wezzy90]

Well said yeah say it to their face ✊🏻💝💝💝

[@jroddy1]

American Idol is not just about who is the best singer. But who represents Americans more. We live on a world full of singers who are mostly self absorbed. IAM is a breath of fresh air that represents the good old fashioned kindness and humility that we should all strive for. IAM represents Love, peace, and honor. That's why he needs to be the Next American Idol

[@josemedrano9941]

Couldn’t of said it any better.

[@MISNM0]

This post.

[@PragmaticAllan24]

What happened to alejandro though?

[@Olodelle2000]

❤❤❤

[@wizpopr]

I don't think that there is any way he can lose. This kid is a phenom!

[@DanielLopez-jy8pi]

He is an angel sent to this cruel planet to teach us what love is! He knows unconditional love from his dad, so he sings from the heart! Is not about money or trying to impress with his vocal range, he rose above that and only love lift you that high! God bless you son!

[@BiltsOne]

Iam is just more relatable. Every song he sings is as if he wrote it. Please give him the trophy. He's America's winner!!

[@pnagaseu]

Exactly

[@runrafarunthebestintheworld]

Yep for sure.

[@julieDL6334]

Agree

[@cheers1061]

💯 American Idols WINNER 🎉🎉🎉❤❤

[@DonnaStephani-ry9gw]

​@LandoniousRex07 he. Is the best young man😅

[@joannerzezniczek7115]

He does not need any bells and whistles. Just him. Simply and wonderfully beautiful

[@hartley09]

I agree. Don’t try too hard. Have him and a guitar belt out a song. Simple, effective and emotional. He’s brilliant.

[@jpongoco1728]

Iam is a very humble soul singer. His tone is so crystal clear.his breaths are so placed in a relaxed mode. When you hear him, it is very relaxing. No need to belt. The voice is so calming and so genuinely gold

[@jpongoco1728]

The clarity of his.tone..it makes him.even better

[@TheQueenlyQueen]

His voice is just a big warm hug 🥰😭 That's what makes him standout and capture people's hearts 💜🖤

[@melissacastillo4307]

No I don't think so he is only getting votes because of popularity not singing he is so boring to watch

[@madalynbelzowski6884]

He has a great voice and the ability to play 2 instruments. He looks like one of America's citizens. And we love him for who he is.

[@TheQueenlyQueen]

​@@melissacastillo4307 Still, thank you for watching. Hope you find peace and happiness when you hear someone else sing so you can feel what I feel when Iam sings and SO you could say nice things and leave nice comments.

[@TheQueenlyQueen]

@@melissacastillo4307 also, he became popular bec of how he affects others through his voice, makes people relate to him and his experiences, how he's a breath of fresh air with his genuity and authenticity.

[@berlyn3014]

@@TheQueenlyQueen completely agree.

[@heyreihooray]

Iam is radio ready - relatable in every damn single way. He is the kind of artist you listen to on a long warm drive, on the silence of the nights under the stars who on his most purest and honest tone tells you everything will be alright no matter what. Warm, inspiring, endearing and real. This dude is a rare gem with a golden soul. We are blessed beyond words. Thank you Iam for your soul. You shine the brightest with your authenticity and honesty, and we are grateful of you sharing a piece to us! Thank you for touching our lives with your own share of inspiration. Lots of love from the Philippines! ❤

[@n2kois]

This kid always sings with conviction that goes deep into people's hearts... He definitely deserves to be the winner...

[@nawairianto]

What I love with Iam anytime he sing is the simplicity and the emotion he bring... No need to oversing and no need to extra expression... Just flow as it's purity

[@lydiafaleafine-nomura4450]

The results of tonight's American Idol proved that Americans want talent that is accompanied by goodness and heart. Best top three ever!!!

[@lydiafaleafine-nomura4450]

Nothing can replace pure heart in singing. Iam is pure heart!

[@sshms414]

From emotional and crying to singing with pride and love for his dad

[@jo-anni.benson2806]

Yes, so true. But I still had a tear! A beautiful song choice. I liked Lava too, but not his strongest.

[@angelo7124]

He just put that song back on the charts

[@parataisocoveful]

I'm a big Cat Stevens fan, but IAM took his song to a whole 'notha level. That voice just soothes.....love this.

[@rosecalip1757]

Omg! This kid just brings tears to my eyes again!!!

[@polufuatagavi4066]

Me too❤

[@ibster57]

He is so special you can just close your eyes and listen to him.

[@sarahpalmer411]

He sings every song like he wrote it himself, plus brings a wonderful quality to his voice. He’s also just a great person.

[@TennesseeYaya]

Perfect!!!!! Flawless!!! Beautiful!!! Excellent song choice! Right up there with “Monsters.” Pure, soulful. You are MAGIC Iam!!

[@violetacalderas6283]

Go Iam American Idol ...avid fan from Philippines ❤️❤️❤️

[@tracidevine4591]

Every song he sings just hits you with emotions. He's a story teller with his singing. If he doesn't win, there's something wrong.

[@runrafarunthebestintheworld]

Yep he's that guy you see singing near a fire place at night on a camping trip. What a guy.

[@marygrace3769]

I totally agree 💯

[@MarilynSchubert-rn7ke]

Iam Tongi is so calming and soothing love his voice We need someone like him to bring us back to the country we use to be Love you Iam Tongi God bless you and be with you on all that you do

[@amymcgahee7777]

Absolutely beautiful! ❤ We love you Iam Tongi ❤️ Iam Tongi all the way to #1! ❤

[@gildajarcia7221]

You are the best Ian Tongi You are the one The winner takes it all!

[@makamurphy]

This kid is just a blessing to America Idol, I hope he wins!

[@lindabechard461]

It’s been said before but I can listen to him all day. God has blessed you Iam. Thank you for sharing this beautiful voice.❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@neshobaxxxi4532]

Love the range of songs he has sung, amazing talent

[@lorigrocnowalski830]

I luv iam he will be the next American idol he is so down to earth and so humble and he sings from his heart. And he has a amazing voice that comes from his soul.

[@iceuy4674]

This made me cry. Especially knowing his story with his dad. I’m rooting for you Iam! From your audition all the way! ❤️

[@Lilly-yq8mu]

Next America Idol Iam TONGI. Just beautiful talent...🎉😮❤ Thank you Heavenly Father for this gifted young man...blessed.

[@lindacorreia428]

Omg, Cat Stevens Is So Proud ! And Everyone In Hawaii Iam is So Proud of How You Are Representing Our State, You Are The Next American Idol ! You Sang That Song Flawlessly ! ❤

[@edrivera4574]

He's sings from his heart ❤ God gifted voice 🎤🎶🎵 Vote for him America hes awesome 😊👍

[@lukasky03]

He opens his mouth to sing and I'm in with the first note. It's inexplicable and rare that gift. Win or lose I hope he's able to make a career and a life singing.

[@bonniejackson1321]

😍 You have the magic. You are magic.

[@KJ-mk6ip]

This guy is the only reason why I always check Idol first thing on Monday morning. HE NEVER FAILS TO MAKES ME CRY EVERY time he sings you just automatically transported to the song he is singing that's it

[@taniareginaforner640]

He has this natural calm voice which embraces and brings peace. LOve you Iam Tongi.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@DR-ww7rx]

Only singer I've ever heard take classic songs and make them much more beautiful. One in a lifetime voice.

[@allangomez9958]

IAM has a CAPTIVATING VOICE that will melt your heart evertime he sings.I hope and pray he will be the next American Idol.Go Iam.

[@babephace23]

🥹🥲🥲🥲🥲 this hits me 😭🫶🏼♥️ Go Iam! 🇹🇴

[@wboggs2623]

There are so many great singers this year , that being said , IAM is my favorite!

[@marygrace3769]

I'm with y0u

[@mattcandiepetty3933]

If you are the kind of person that seeks Positive Good vibes and Happiness...You will be drawn into the Iam Tongi sensation!

[@jmdsservantofgod8405]

He’s the best! Soulful, smooth, and peaceful……He should win!

[@nevilleanitelea1372]

All heart, it’s what this competition needs to,redeem itself again. This show has needed this kid more than ever! Great song!

[@michaelflinn7784]

Beautiful. 🎉. Simply beautiful

[@kigitau]

This song always gets me in the feels and he nailed it..well don big tokouso

[@marthalisk303]

One of my all time favorite Cat Stevens songs!

[@helutribe]

🥹😢absolutely stunning! He just made the galaxy brighter the moment he sang this song! 🎤 drop🎤💯🤟🏾🌴

[@Ray-hm6gf]

I have been watching idol since season 1. Iam is my all time favorite. He is 100% genuine. You are a superstar brother!

[@CorinthiansLove-rs3sf]

I am just smiling listening to Iam's song and hearing the judges comments. Wonderful!!

[@lisaarchide841]

I was thinking a couple of weeks ago how I would love for Iam to sing this song. He did not disappoint!

[@debbied7332]

He warms my heart & moves me in such away that I could listen to him over and over and over....wait...I do!!

[@brigittakehlati]

Wow! Wow! Wow! I'm lost for any good words to say. I'm 😢 comeon his voice is angelic. I like to put his music on any movies 🎬 🎞 🎥 🎦 📽 Congratulations Iam Tongi!!!

[@antising8834]

Now who is impatiently waiting for the parade and concert in Kahuku ? It's going to be EPIC. All the Hawaiian and other Polynesian stars are cooperating.

[@kanacks7015]

Ktown nevah down RR4L cheehoo 💯🤙🏾

[@kawehionalani]

When’s the parade?

[@laurametcalf5351]

Lucky you guys!!! I moved to Reno☹️have fun it’s well deserved!!

[@antising8834]

@@laurametcalf5351 You will get the chance to see him live some day.

[@puananispencer7219]

@@kawehionalani4:30 gates open for the concert, but it doesn’t say when the parade starts.

[@dianek3351]

He’s amazing! ❤️ His voice exudes this beautiful heartfelt tone. 👏 Great song! 😍

[@sokpisethlalalanno]

He has something inside his voice and it's so UNIQUE

[@perrierobertson881]

I could listen to IAM 24/7

[@melanieliston4034]

This kid will do great things with his voice!! Give him what he deserves, give him the world! ❤🙏🏽

[@wxkat]

Every time I watch/rewatch Iam’s performances he has me on the first note of every song he sings. He doesn’t have to do anything fancy vocally, just sing from the heart.

[@corogirl88]

Awesome performance. Wasnt sure how you would go with this. But you nailed it Iam. Winner winner

[@tanyayarb]

He's amazing! Watch all of the songs he performed, he'll capture your heart for sure.

[@meletongafisiilosekaituu9315]

I have never followed american idol this much but did it to see all your performances IAM !! Love your voice & it always so perfect in a way that i just need to listen to all your songs everytime . Some of the songs i havent heard it before but i love it kos u sang it. Keep doing you!! Ofaatu 🇹🇴🇹🇴

[@paulatupou]

Malo e pou2 etau ki'i foha ni, oku ne fka'u e le'o 'o 'ene Kui, ko Lavaka mo, Tonga ki mamani.

[@jo-anni.benson2806]

Yes, I just realized when Luke thanked Iam's mom for signing him up that he initially didn't want to audition because he's grieving the loss of his dad. However, as mom said his dad is with him all the way! Go Iam, go all the way! And buy mom a house in Hawaii when you're done! Lol

[@Olodelle2000]

No more priced out of paradise, Iam is moving his whole family back to Paradise after idol ❤❤

[@flipgardensjourney2585]

Omg!!! I’m at work and i could not help it! he made me cry 😭 Now they’re asking me why am I crying at work 😭😭😭This hit me hard ❤

[@toluaaufai4658]

I haven’t even heard it yet but seeing these comments make me cry cause I’m so happy hahaha ♥️🙏🏽

[@JoshuaTovo]

​@@toluaaufai4658 crying of joyful it's always the best feeling 😊❤🌺🤙🏽

[@robertafarrell2338]

I just love Iam. ❤

[@Apprentice777JetSet]

Blessed and Beautiful.

[@timkeeler382]

Brother you touch my Soul !!!

[@ashpole59]

Beautiful!! Love love love IAM and his buttery voice. ❤

[@mariemitchell654]

He’s just Great. He should be the winner of American Idol !🎉

[@riverdreams9510]

So much soul.. this man is a mother's treasure

[@charlieconley7150]

Absolutely amazing 😊😢🤩🤯His voice makes you actually feel better. You can actually feel his voice. It's incredible.😇

[@ellenmatagi6040]

❤❤❤❤ABSOLUTELY 💯 ❤️ 👌 ♥️ 💙 💖 💯 LOVE YOU IAM TONGI ❤️ TEAM IAM TONGI ALLL THE WAYYYYY ❤

[@teresabarklind7057]

He’s so humble too

[@wa210]

IAM is a singer that can actually pronounce the words, instead of the screamers. He doesn't need all the fluff and glitter to capture fans. IAM TONGI is the AMERICAN IDOL You go brah!🤙

[@gabbymontano0324]

So true🤩

[@tomford2218]

Haven't heard him hit a high note yet. We Ani is by far the best singer in the top 5, but apparently unappreciated.

[@wa210]

@@tomford2218 He doesn't need to, as well as he's a man, not singing high pitched songs. Notice he is top 3 and she is not? Still she's a great singer for that kind of songs certain people like. Also WE is gorgeous, that helps. For my taste in music this young man nails it.

[@trinettemitchell3053]

@@tomford2218 It isn't about who does vocal gymnastics the best. All of them are great, but everyone is relating to Iam. The world has gone through too much loss in the past 2 years. Everything people are feeling, Iam expresses. It's a release for some & therapeutic for others. Once in a blue moon, God sends us someone that touches our soul & Iam is that someone.

[@EmilyEmilyEmily01]

We will be hearing the chants for Iam for many many years.

[@runrafarunthebestintheworld]

Many many many many many years.

[@popfeske3612]

My favorite song ever and his version made me cry

[@runrafarunthebestintheworld]

I'm gonna cry if he wins.

[@sunfreak69]

He makes me smile and cry at the same time

[@MoaHirinuki]

His voice is just perfect! I love all his performances but this is by far my favorite. So beautiful!

[@debiirby7656]

Good luck local boy you are awesome. Wishing you the best from Maui!

[@lizbethjaramillo7692]

He just gets better n better. My favorite song choice so far. Beautiful

[@remedioscanon5037]

Congratulations Iam! We are happy and so proud of you. My mom also is happy; she was born in Kahuku, a special place in our hearts.

[@remedioscanon5037]

Blessings to you Iam for tomorrow’s American Idol, may the Lord give you the title and take it home with you. God bless you Iam Tongi.

[@teresabarklind7057]

He’s my favorite he don’t need the over the top Dynamics he just has such a beautiful angelic voice true natural voice and talent

[@hikimahe8153]

Genuinely singing from the heart ❤❤❤. Very authenticate, your voice is a blessing. Thank you. ofa atu ❤❤

[@tjgrafiks]

of all the renditions I've heard. this is the first singer that made it his own by not trying to sing it exactly like the original. added more life to the song!

[@itskaia3514]

I can’t stop listening to this song

[@carmencitaphillips6323]

Crazy about this young man's voice. Easy listening pleasure.

[@lornanair888]

Yes iam!!!!you're d one!!!as what katy said you're d nxt American Idol2023!!!from Philippines we love u❤

[@HY-jq8eo]

American Idol is the best ever. I cry just like the judges. I love and admire the best judges in history. I cannot see American Idol without Luke, Katty, Mr Richie and dont let us not forget Ryan, because these four individual is what make te show such a success. Thanks for all that you do for American Idol. Many blessings and love to all of you.

[@krisferrer471]

Perfectly to say that this man has a soul of music and it is the way it is❤❤❤

[@Ryu.Hayashi]

This is the way

[@kevinross6424]

He can make a tear too your eyes every time he sings😢

[@keithwenger8532]

Off the charts in my book !!! Thank the Maker for Iam !!!

[@trishvesey]

When Iam sings it's truly magical - and that is all folks ❤🙌

[@jackiephoenixfeather1792]

Iam is truly truly so talented and gifted!

[@nypavlog]

IAM a Filipina living in Spain.... Me and my family are so amazed to IAM ..... Good luck and more song to sing..... Win or win heheheheheh cuz you win our heart.... ❤❤

[@itsivybianca0526]

Exactly me too 🇵🇭 if we outside from america can vote he will surely win

[@stinire6718]

Congratulations Iam Im so much in tears again I love you 😘😘😘😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@Tina-bk1ev]

He can sing great 👍 can't wait till he wins

[@jazzyalex2011]

OMG I was just listening to my Cat Stevens collection this week and heard this song. I so wished that Iam would sing this and BLAM! here it is. . . . What an awesome job!!!

[@jeannerundles734]

He picked a great song 🎵 from a great time

[@noe_lani_808]

Can't wait for this homecoming celebration. Hawaii will be celebrating you, Iam.