Iam Tongi - I Can't Make You Love Me | American Idol 2023 | REACTION

[@sandraesparza717]

Iam doesn’t need to open his eyes to connect to everyone’s soul. He just has to sing.

[@buddyjohnston9506]

Facts

[@dingothe1st572]

I would cry if he sang in his sleep

[@st0n3ywelifted76]

Dudes a legend and he doesn't even need to win American idol, I think he would be offered a deal just because his voice is amazing

[@vargeee4905]

when the audience knew they just heard something so beautiful that no one will ever understand how beautiful it was to be present at that moment. I would pay money to be there. So pure and beautiful I can’t even begin to describe how much joy this has brought to my heart

[@Jojo-zp7fu]

I just subscribed. You’re awesome bro for giving him the love. Thank you so much!

[@RT049]

He can go all the way. He's humble, authentic and GIFTED!! I can't wait to see what he does next.

[@linlin4ken30]

I just can’t get enough of his passionate delivery! Songwriters all will be scrambling to have him sing their songs…. Why? Because he feels every word, thus can deliver their writings to life and to the world…!!❤❤❤❤❤ he is amazing!

[@ouidalanuza7177]

Iam sings to the world, and yet you feel like he's singing just to you, the only you. What a gift that unified us in our shared grief, as well as our shared healing!

[@Bakesga]

I was cool to see the reaction of other contestants that were hearing him for the first time.. kid is incredibly talented. I don’t watch idol but will to root him on. He’s winning

[@lesliebrown8665]

Man I am rooting for this Brother here,,,,, Am with you brother and thank you KFR for the support,,,, Go Iam Tongi >>>>

[@wiilli7685]

He’s opening hearts of many. 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯 Love his performances. Praying for him to go all the way. 🤙🤙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇦🇸🇦🇸🇦🇸🙏🙏🙏

[@pauljophlin4979]

This young man sings from his heart and hope he sticks with these type of songs because he can win it all .

[@ManUnited99896]

Just pure emotions..The silence right after he finish the song, and then the standing ovation. Amazing! Thank you for your reactions. Humble and genuine.

[@florencegrant-mc7bb]

Eighteen years old singing with all the sweetness and heartbreak that Bonnie Raitt wrote into this song, made it his own. Good luck in the competition, Sir!

[@hectorvargas6243]

this kid just runined all those songs he's covered because he did such a great job they don't hit the same anymore to me unless Iam is singing it. This kid is awesome!

[@paulatupou]

Wow

[@MzOnosai]

So true! I went back to listen to the original covers of all the oldies he did & it didn't hit me the way IAM sang it. He's so smooth!

[@Likdawg00]

Thank you for sharing that. Made me cry all over again.

[@abeyromero8250]

Cool reaction. You rooting for him is so nice. You made a connection with another human and it is very nice. Thanks.

[@matmurray7351]

He has a very soulful tone.

[@mrschrissworld]

He Gives Me Goosebumps Every Time He Sings And I Hope He Wins It Bless Him And His Family Wow

[@dwanemarsh4378]

This dude is a natural STAR! Passion, feeling, rhythm, etc...He's got it all! EVen if he doesn't win, which he should, he will STILL be a star!!!!

[@nancy9891]

All I wish for him was more. His voice is magic!

[@cam0521]

He’s got natural talent that just connects and grabs you when he sings. Thanks for continuing to react to his auditions. Please continue! Subscribed!!

[@ryrysmiles]

I was watching this on TV and kept rewinding it to see the contestants faces. Lol. And then I searched for a reaction video to see if someone actually saw it as well. 🤙

[@asinatefotu5436]

Thank you so much for your supporting our favorite Singer IAM Tongi He's Amazing and has a Voice of an Angel.

[@laureltaylor4535]

Absolutely stunning.

[@carinalindberg7377]

His dad was right, Iam is on this earth to sing and I believe connect the listeners to their hearts and souls. If you haven't watched the duet yet, please do, because again he is just simply magnificent (and it will make you cry) Thanks, Dennis! ❤🙏

[@keikobeatie155]

I love your passion for Iam's passion. He is gifted, humble, soulful, and like lilikoi, brown butter and yes, I am proud of Iam too! I've never watched American Idol, but I will this year as we watch Iam Win, American Idol. 🙏

[@paulatupou]

Wow 🥺

[@k_izzy]

Been listening to his covers since his audition, his voice gets me every time.

[@twitiger1]

He is very special in the way he sings with passion. I'm from Hi. and to see all you guys feel the same way too makes me cry everything I watch his videos.

[@SonyaMN69]

Music was always a huge part of my growing up years. I was in choir from 4th grade until graduation in 1987. In the years before my dad's passing in 1996 we went and sang karaoke a lot. I was afraid to get up and sing and my dad told me to look at people's foreheads. He said it appears that you are looking in their eyes, but it helps you to not feel so intimidated. It worked. Iam doesn't need that eye contact to connect with the audience, because he is doing it with his performance alone! Iam for the win!

[@maryhildebrant3478]

He had my heart from hello ...I lost my dad back last Oct and I miss him so much ....he's going far !

[@warriorofgod1538]

He’s gotta WIN!❤

[@paulatupou]

Wow 😣

[@taput4175]

Loved your reaction video to his audition. I'm happy to see you reacting to this performance too. Thank you for your support for this amazing young man! ❤🇹🇴

[@melv3992]

He is simply a breath of fresh air

[@ageebs5986]

I really enjoyed your reaction. Looking fwd to seeing your reaction to the duet

[@Dayzirr]

Love this singer, love his voice, love his story. ❤

[@entenciastafford]

Awesome reaction and analysis. Please keep on his journey, his voice is so smooth and velvety. Just spectacular. Rooting for him. New subscriber and will share. Good day

[@berlyn3014]

I wasn't ready for that to end. I wanted more because I got so lost in the performance. Dude! You are so in for a treat! Iam and Oliver did a duet on tonight's Idol. When I saw it, I freaked out.

[@briandanielhousley6500]

Glad to hear you and him could connect. He is truly amazing

[@valilitulikihihifo5378]

Thanks for supporting this guy Iam 🙏🏽🙏🏽🌺🌺

[@julianmanoa8097]

Lets go iam tongi 🙏🏽

[@michaelcarruth7017]

He is one of my favorites. Also he reminds me of Teddy Swims. Would love to hear a duet with those two!!

[@NAVOSAhighlanders]

For my Brother Tongi much Love my Brother and you can always hear that Polynesian melody..Polynesian are use to these melodies because we seat around with family every afternoon jamming with families🥰🥰much Love from Melanesian Brother from Fiji🥰🥰

[@leamoracco3244]

I love your reaction videos on Iam!! I feel your love for him, beautiful!!!!

[@florencegrant-mc7bb]

Great reaction, King Family! Thank you.

[@charmainep1602]

@KFR, right after this amazing 2nd audition at Hollywood week, the judges were commenting that Iam is easily Top 10. I personally say Top 3, shoots, Top 1! winner ❤

[@paulatupou]

Wow

[@grandpa_G_7275]

Deep down in your heart and soul, a lover of music will know if someone has got it musically or not. Iam has the gift and is touching souls. I'm looking forward to him singing some gospel songs as well.

[@dovefooks]

I love your reactions, thank you!!

[@ivanabremond-gu5tn]

Oh oui une très belle réaction de votre part , c est un diamant ce Tongi bravo bravo encore pour ça performance ❤

[@whiterose171]

He can sing the alphabet and I will always listen to him ❤

[@suzyq1495]

He's the real thing!!

[@annlei8223]

We love you, Iam.🥹💛

[@franlove847]

All the best to our island boy. Go get em Iam.

[@donna8357]

I think everyone wanted him to continue that's the reason for the pause before applause

[@isaiahtexeira]

So stoked to see him representing us hawaiians and the countless talent that comes from hawaii..way to go braddah..howzit king i highly recommend you check out maoli.if you loved spawnbreezie no doubt youll love maoli.aloha🤙🏾

[@tarceypeter825]

Banger for sure!!! I really love your energy and honesty!! ❤️❤️

[@Bert805]

Everything you said about Iam Tongi is so true. I’m voting for him.👍😊

[@moisescruz2871]

The next star is born

[@abninf501]

The Golden Voice!!!

[@jaybasezoolander6365]

Brooooooo his Sound of silence cover!!!! Amazing!!!!!

[@bigdaddy6461]

Great reaction sir! And I agree with you!!

[@lauradokx]

Love your reaction 👏👏

[@fatangimaimotuliki6690]

'Ofa atu to your channel & Ian Tongi🥰🥰

[@josephnicolie]

I do have a lot to say about the young man all he has to do is sing I have played his first edition over and over and over again I have mastered that song I also feel his pain I don't know my father I wish I did so I can make him proud of me I'm no one special I'm just Joe I'm going on 54 years old I'm not a doctor or paramedic but truthfully I have save the six people's lives I think about them everyday I would give more to the story but would people read it a lot of people don't believe it but truthfully my family or friends or coworkers happened to be there when these Miracles happened I'm just Joe

[@sylviacastillo5354]

He is amazing ❤

[@andriavandenberg]

Love your comment King you’re absolutely right… iam is 👍😇

[@st0n3ywelifted76]

When they show the other contestants I always wonder what they're thinking watching iam sing, I'd be dying inside thinking I ain't winning the show.

[@kf9346]

OMG I had the same reaction when he sang those first couple words!

[@kaylowwf.i1946]

Absolutely love your reaction videos!! Keep it up!!!

[@mander40101]

When he closes his eyes he sees his dad. When he closes his eyes he opens his heart. When he closes his eyes he reaches your soul.

[@rebaholmes2132]

Your reaction was on point.❤ To Iam

[@BlakSheep617]

I’m alrdy connected with Iam Tongi and Oliver Steele both have similar stories an I love there blues music with there own twist both are strong contenders an I feel there only going to grow

[@chocoholicallemand9096]

This kid plays heart strings not just guitar strings.

[@paulatupou]

Wow 😲

[@rebaholmes2132]

Your reaction was on point.❤ To Iam 9:04

[@BigYellowGuy]

Bro, do a video on his new performance doing cover The Sound Of Silence, freaking amazing.

[@mlimuloa4388]

Magic happens every time he opens his mouth

[@devinliva5488]

Every time he goes on i have to have them tissue box next to me lol.

[@richarddeane6278]

My god bless u tongi love you 🙏❤️‍🔥👍

[@jjohnsmith5801]

thank you his voice man

[@raenixon7711]

You described the feeling on the nose! 😭

[@bartonbagnes4605]

He unquestionably has a great voice. It is a good idea to keep one's eyes open for live performances, but for studio recording it makes no difference.

[@debbiebeaulieu6787]

Iam Tongi 💯 The clear winner 🏆

[@twitiger1]

Thanks bradda😊

[@jermyuowolo8612]

Iam connects with his Aloha!

[@jessica28442000]

Iam has a couple songs out singing with his dad if your interested. I hope your having a good day!!

[@angelightification]

Iam came home to Hawaii for his homecoming over 10,000 people attended his concert🌀

[@2is_BUGZEE]

As much as i have watched him i still get chicken skin if he doesnt win someone big with sign him much aloha bradda iam #HAWAIIFAM

[@kevinbaileyjr9433]

❤❤

[@terrynavarre3707]

He was about to cry so he asked to go back stage

[@lifeasjacky]

Would love to see Iam cover James Bay’s song called ‘Let It Go’ 🤍

[@cricketpitts3744]

Dang it Dennis you know I have a rule no one crystal alone!!! 😢😢😢

[@linnoajunior1889]

Beautiful 😍

[@pouwakaruwhiu8349]

They all look like stunned Mullet 😂

[@rogerchair5550]

Be natural don't open your eyes if you don't feel like it

[@musicforyou6595]

Can you also react to American Idol contestant KAEYRA performing " Cold" by Chris Stapleton? She is very talented Polish/American singer. Thank you 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@zepkauvaka8316]

you miss nothing... great reaction

[@robertpelekai8]

Bro the duet is out

[@kevinbaileyjr9433]

Peace

[@rj4159]

and the winner is......

[@andriavandenberg]

He ( Iam ) sang this song and did it very well, and better than Charlie Puth.

[@eleanordelrosario7970]

did he Mike it in top 24 just want to know