IRIS - Goo Goo Dolls (Rock cover by Jonathan Young)

[@diego2112gaming]

This was mine and my late ex's song. She died 18 and a half years ago. The irony of this being "our song" and her dying isn't lost on me. This popped in my feed today. I've been having a particularly rough week, and it could not have come at a better time. I want you to know, Jonathan, while I'm sat here, weeping, missing her terribly, this is absolutely the most beautiful version of the song I've ever heard. And that she would have loved it. Thank you so much for this. Thank you.

[@Lily_of_the_Forest]

Diego2112Gaming I’m so sorry

[@diego2112gaming]

@@Lily_of_the_Forest Thank you. Only reason she's my ex is *because* she passed away. This past year I finally found peace about it. This song helped a lot. Still hard to make sense of, but there is closure.

[@d34dR0d3n7]

@@diego2112gaming I've had a "feeling" for this song since it originally came out. Now I'm dealing with not hearing from my 'best friend' for a month, after we were separate for about 5 years because of...just say horrible circumstances.... I've loved her since we first became friends, and now can't find anything out: get the Covid because has to work with the public? Break phone again like did last month? Hell, she was sounding suicidal in last text.... So yeah, JYoung putting so much emotion into this cover...it's something... Sorry for your loss, good on you for finally finding peace with it. I hope I can, if have to...

[@cdaviscd1132]

I’m crying dude. I’m sorry for your loss brother

[@monacomulisha3928]

check out breaking benjamins version too

[@kriscreed3112]

Not saying that he usually doesn’t sing with conviction and emotion but you see the emotion hit him harder with this cover. Love it.

[@vengfulvigilante696]

From the video it looks like the song means something to him. Hmm.

[@grubhunterx4845]

@@vengfulvigilante696 he relates to it on a personal level. If you look at his eyes when he sings "when everything's meant to be broken, I just want you to know who I am" you can see how that particular line reflects the part of him that is broken on the inside.

[@Catuhlyst]

deacon derstler ??? Y’all are actually lunatics with all this reaching lmfao

[@ashleybailey5244]

@@grubhunterx4845 desperate much 😂👌💯

[@spmoran4703]

The fact is much went on in Jonathan's life . You are right he sings this because he means it.

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

This song really hits you in the feels. This cover is absolutely beautiful, you can see the facial expressions and I can feel the emotion and the pain. If you're hurting, talk to us, Jonathan.

[@Woodcassa]

We meet once again..

[@obsidianfrost9514]

I remember an interview I saw once that for songs like this the artist will depress themselves to out real emotions into it. Either through horrible memories or other means I think he was ok, just probably did the same. But not all artists are the same so not all of them do that just throwing that out there :D

[@slvrsnwegl]

@@obsidianfrost9514 i thought the same, that he was just pulling from something in the past to really add a piece of himself to the song. he did an incredible job, regardless of the how. (and i always hope artists are okay when they do that.) i haven't felt a song punch me in the chest like this in years.

[@SangNguyen-uz4pb]

and again why ?

[@weehoozy4454]

Still on that mission. Still failing that mission. I will succeed one say.

[@53firebird]

I feel like so many men identify with this song. So many of us truly try to be good and strong for the people in our lives and sometimes we don’t measure up. We just hope that our loved ones will see past it and hear us when we say “I just want you to know who I am.”

[@juliocabral6949]

Yeah, ok but I believe the lyrics are just a recap of the movie. Not any other special meaning behing them.

[@zamp_gaming]

​@@juliocabral6949 just because the song was made for a movie doesn't mean there is no other meaning behind it. It means something different to everyone who listens to it, regardless of how or why the song was created in the first place.

[@abramtabor7726]

@@juliocabral6949 I mean...even if it's just a recap of the movie are you really saying the movie had no special meaning to it? That no one could watch it or listen to this song and take their own meaning out of individual perspective? The lyrics aren't all there is to a song, there's also people who listen to them.

[@Lily_of_the_Forest]

Nerdy Heathen the most important man in my life was abusive and didn’t care about anyone except himself. Would have loved for him to have wanted to be good and strong the people in his life, but no one else mattered. To the good and strong men out there, don’t give up! You have no idea how much of a blessing (or curse) you are to the people in your life.

[@nonomnnl9743]

I dont understand

[@helgrindjierda2126]

I would really like to hear your take on 'Wherever You Will Go' by The Calling

[@CMpunkRulz2007]

Oh yea, I second this, would be epic.

[@darkside25365]

Yes! ❤❤❤

[@TheG5ALIve]

that would be awesome

[@jessiewildermuth4312]

😍

[@thekittensami4836]

Yes!!

[@randomgirl791]

Lyrics: And I'd give up forever to touch you 'Cause I know that you feel me somehow You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be And I don't want to go home right now And all I can taste is this moment And all I can breathe is your life And sooner or later, it's over I just don't wanna miss you tonight And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming Or the moment of truth in your lies When everything feels like the movies Yeah, you bleed just to know, you're alive And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am

[@HumanPerson204]

You should cover You're Gonna Go Far Kid by Offspring

[@littlesounder1932]

Oh my god his voice would be absolutely perfect for that.

[@anneo7983]

Yeah this is a great suggestion.

[@Flamus_12_]

That would be a gift from the gods

[@chasealan]

Bruh😮😮

[@jamesashcroft8170]

How do I pin comments on other people's videos?

[@brady_andtheink452]

This brings me back to the summer 7th grade, I had nothing to worry about and could just stare out the window of my grandmothers car as we made it down the road. I miss those times..

[@JT044-iz1cv]

Same,this reminds of the good old days

[@jennifervistar309]

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[@vw1610]

I was in the 7th grade too. def miss those times.

[@Ell_wolvz]

I love it when he says “Heaven”. It feels so real. It’s feels his singing it with total realness and compassion. This is the best cover I heard of the song so far.

[@Belrose19]

I think “Kiss from a Rose” would be a good follow up cover.

[@wentlyman]

YES

[@Bartaz89]

ohhhh yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@juliemccoy6448]

YES YES YES

[@jemzcreates]

seconded/thirded/fourthed/fifthed!

[@bobbyjones-uv5cn]

Has been done before.

[@nicolegardner8193]

This was my and fiancee song, he died 2019 before we could get married,and i played this instead of speaking at his funeral instead. THANKS HEAPS FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART for this cover. He would besmuling and loving it, just as much as i do.

[@kelnhide]

man, sorry for your loss.

[@calebkane7905]

I’m so sorry for you loss...

[@katl5389]

♥️

[@mmmyrne]

I'm so sorry for your loss ❤❤

[@legunar4985]

Keep strong.Love will be always in your heart and u will be always be loved in heaven.

[@GT3NB]

Those chorus’ are like an explosion that shatters glass. Absolutely breathtaking.

[@marook3531]

And I'd give up forever to touch you 'Cause I know that you feel me somehow You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be And I don't want to go home right now And all I can taste is this moment And all I can breathe is your life And sooner or later it's over I just don't wanna miss you tonight And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's meant to be broken I just want you to know who I am And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming Or the moment of truth in your lies When everything feels like the movies Yeah you bleed just to know you're alive And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's meant to be broken I just want you to know who I am And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's meant to be broken I just want you to know who I am And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's meant to be broken I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am

[@lauraguestford6665]

I’m a huge Goo Goo Dolls fan and I’ve never ever heard a cover of this song that I actually liked. Until now. You absolutely knocked it out of the park. Good job, man ❤️

[@AlexGrom]

I met this group via nighcores and this song is perfect in nightcore, I didn't expect Jonathan to make cover on it

[@elafimilo8199]

Amen

[@nashdiy8570]

Johnathan and Caleb may be two of the best musicians on this platform and there are many musicians here I love.

[@sloanmariapowers5881]

Hurt by Nine Inch Nails though something closer to the Johnny Cash version would be really cool

[@Frozenkoldfury]

Check out Caleb Hyles's version of Hurt, its bloody good.

[@Dani_Ptitsa]

What, the 'drunken grandpa' version?

[@BroadwayRonMexico]

@@Dani_Ptitsa Trent Reznor himself thinks the "drunken grandpa" version is better than his own

[@Dani_Ptitsa]

@@BroadwayRonMexico ​ Well yeah, he's not going to risk sounding arrogant and saying 'frankly Johnny Cash stripped all of the emotion from my song and the only reason people think it's good is because of the video'.

[@BroadwayRonMexico]

@@Dani_Ptitsa In his own words, he said "that song isn't mine anymore". And he mentioned even feeling that to an extent *before* seeing the video

[@amberforce5391]

The maturity and professionalism of some of these covers is mind-altering. A display of some truly incredible singing and musicianship. I would love to hear your interpretation of "Real Love" by the Beatles. The earlier suggestion of "Kiss from a rose" by Seal is also great.

[@symeon5518]

Emphasis on SOME for the first sentence; the contrast between this and the memesongs is astounding. He is truly a multi-faceted man of culture.

[@Shadowfox1300]

I keep coming back to this, because of the visceral energy. Don’t ever change, Jonathan Young.

[@Swamprot]

Everyone: suggesting songs. Me, seeing the hurt in Jonathan's soul: pls be ok bb I love u

[@xtremedreamer]

Man, I thought the same. I loved this cover from him because I felt the same thing. There just seemed to be an intense, relatable emotion put into it. Love you and your work Jonathan and thank you for all that you do for us.

[@mollycameron4062]

Agreed!!! Oh my gosh I've never seen hurt in his face and voice until this song. I love you man! Keep rocking!!

[@ML7WL]

This song was pretty much heard for a lot of people with "love issues" until half of the last decade.

[@94pierffurlan]

It's that hurt that makes you create powerful music, that's the reason why you NEED to make it

[@Theportraitdude]

This was a very important song to me in my teenage years and the emotion he puts into it just got me right in the feels.

[@TheUKIsMine]

Song request: Foo Fighters- The Pretender (if you haven't had that one yet)

[@Lycan072]

Seconded

[@antony1292]

FF Best girl

[@CoffeePubGomer]

Found the Jojo fan. XD

[@lukester102d6]

Yuh! At least one of their songs.

[@samwilson1473]

yessirrrrrr

[@davidtarvin8858]

Yes, this is pretty much on par with what I imagine a metal cover of this song would sound like. Love how the distortion adds weight and darkens the songs. And the vocals are great. Good choice to use the piano after the solo. It's like an auditory pallet cleanser before the final chorus.

[@arvurebantra7639]

I know this isn't the real interpretation of the song, but with my anxiety and being somewhere on the autism spectrum the lyrics "And I don't want the world to see me/I don't think that they'd understand" really hits. Especially being followed by "I just want you to know who I am" Many people like myself have difficulties communicating exactly what's going through their minds. Even this little bit I am writing in this comment is mentally exhausting in a way, because I have to rethink every single letter and word. I've managed to work it out, but not everyone can.

[@DarkNecrosisX]

What I love about this song is that Rzeznik, even though he wrote it for City of Angels, designed it in such a way that it can be interpreted in any situation involving longing for acceptance - from a love, a society, or, how I view the song, your own sense of self. Though I enjoy the memey trollishness of some of Jon's covers, I'm glad he poured everything into this song - because it means so much to so many people.

[@aniceguy2577]

I feel you man

[@currentlycrypto]

This exact line the way it’s sung hits home to me so fking hard

[@ethanpage175]

As someone who is on the spectrum as well, I know exactly how you feel. I felt like I had wear a mask to get through the day growing up. Nothing is easy in life but you decide how much you wanna let it hold you down. Good luck and stay strong, you’re not alone.

[@somenbwithabadhistoryteach5872]

I can predict it, some time in the near future, a Karen will enter the thread and spread anti-vaxx propaganda.

[@newwtscammander1860]

Could you do a cover of the song "Hoist the colours high" from Pirates of the Caribean please

[@ticklemeemo_]

PLEASE

[@shanemerrigan1994]

Oh, God. He would make those base notes haunting and awesome.

[@fatherofjman2475]

Amazing idea.

[@VangelVv]

That would be SO awesome! Please pleassssseeeee

[@delilahhayden]

YESSSSSS

[@BubbaYoga]

This is the energy this song needs.

[@aris3054]

Captured the emotional feelings perfectly in your own way. This feels like your singing from the top of your lungs in a moment of very strong emotion, yelling out all that you feel. You took the song, my favorite song of all time, and made it your own. That's why I love your covers so much. Thank you for this.

[@chloemae5618]

I very much agree x

[@ericscott.sithlord]

What’s most impressive is the pure emotion you convey through your voice. This is such an emotional song and it is truly evident in your voice.

[@Wolfwood789]

This one is different than the other covers you have done. I genuinely love every song Jonathon does but something is just so incredibly powerful in your adaptation of this one. Im not lying when i say ive listened to this nearly 100 times at this point. I just keep coming back. I feel really moved by this one in a way i wasnt expecting. its a beautiful song as it is but this one was really performed with a different level of Passion then the others i feel. You really nailed the emotion of it and in comes through very strongly. Beautiful to listen to and i applaud this performance.

[@heyzeusband]

it's great eh!?

[@gingfreecss3808]

indeed! Have a great day and God bless! :D

[@kristinleonard4138]

A cover of broken by seether would be a good one to hear you sing, this one is a really good one of my favorite childhood song

[@BuffyRowan]

oh, he and Caleb would absolutely tear that up, and I would absolutely love to hear them do it

[@kristinleonard4138]

I was thinking him and grace doing it, when they did dark horse and E.T. they were amazing together

[@kingdomofthemoon]

Hey Jonathan! My husband and I were listening to this- as this is one of my all time favorite songs- great job on it, BTW!!! As per your question, he threw out Simple Man (Lynard Skynard). Hope that helps. Keep up the great work!

[@animewizard1988]

Another perfect masterpiece from our favorite Disney villain

[@akuma8752]

Awesome avatar :D

[@17240eli]

Love that avatar

[@tiya6205]

Yes!!

[@rb8566]

“And I’d give up forever to touch you” not during this quarantine you won’t!

[@habibahmift]

It's so sad

[@mariaprawirosudiro9485]

Aww man.. Your comment here crack me.. Lol..

[@jocloud31]

I mean, it kinda fits though. You're giving up your health and safety to be with someone. Nothing can keep you away from the other person. But... yeah. Don't.

[@isabeaublea8008]

Lmao this made my night.

[@chloemae5618]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@alvingeorge775]

“I dont think they’ll understand “ dude ur vocals during these lines are as good as an angel coming down from heaven and singing. WHAT A VOICEEEEEEEEEE!!! Man ive been getting nonstop goosebumps the past 7 times i listened to this. The band, the guitar, the mood and my GOD your vocals! U are not meant to be a star. You are meant to transcend into the next level of music! I bless you my friend. May your vocals remain as angelic as it is and may you grow and break barrier of how music can affect human beings. I tip my hat to you

[@aceburnt]

iris is that one song that plays at the end of those romantic movies this version however is something that would play at the end of this "battle of the bands" esque movie

[@ApocalypticJoker]

or during one of those epic end-of-the-world brawls

[@KarlAndArma4ever]

Which is something I don't understand about the original. Despite the romantic instrumentals, everything is laced with a certain nostalgia. It's very clearly about longing for happy times long past, about wanting to relive the good times without the inevitable pain that the world insists on judging you for, yet it's frequently played during happy couple moments in movies. It makes zero sense to me.

[@myheadhurtsagain]

@@KarlAndArma4ever That is certainly a good interpretation. I think however I might get why so many romantic movies use the song. This is a song about finding someone who understands you in a world full of people you don't, or maybe even can't, trust. The first verse is entirely romantic but it becomes stained by this trepidation in the end of the second bar. "And I don't want to go home right now". Clearly the person who is singing the song is quite happy in this moment, but the moment must end eventually. And then by the end of the first verse, we now know that the protagonist will never be the same after this experience, "I just don't want to miss you tonight." Because they know they will. The chorus in this light suddenly sings a very different tune. Suddenly we get a confirmation that our protagonist feels separate from the world. "And I don't want the world to see me, cause I don't think that they'd understand" is a powerful declaration. While they say "think" the emotional delivery in conjunction with the previously stained verse, should tells us that they "know" the world won't understand. That is all they have ever experienced. Until this moment, with this person. The rest of the song very much still follows suit with this idea. In fact despite how dark the words are, the last two lines of the chorus (especially the last one) really solidify this as a very romantic and vulnerable piece. "When everything's made to be broken" acknowledges that time is fleeting, eventually everything comes to an end, whether by death or other tragedy. "I just want you to know who I am" is a declaration that despite all of that pain and heartache, they are reaching out. This is important enough to reach out for.

[@Frozenkoldfury]

Okay, Jon... Serious request here, from my heart. Jimmy Eat World - Hear You Me My Friend I have a really personal attachment to the song- it makes me think of my Great Grandmother, who I only got to know for a couple of years (she died when I was 8 and a half years old. I'm 25 this year) and not a day goes by where I dont wonder what she'd think of me, now after all I'vebeen through... and After hearing you sing this I now wholeheartedly believe you could do it justice. Love from a longtime fan.

[@MrSlimshadyshow]

I think many people asked you already but you should try to do "carry on my wayward son" :) Or "sunday bloody Sunday" de U2:)

[@cag_0k642]

I can only think of jolyne as a rat whenever I hear that name, it’s a blessing and a curse

[@tonof.c.1397]

Saaame. We need JoYo to be the singer of the future part6 op!

[@John69943]

God me too😂😂😂

[@antony1292]

The Jojo fans just came for the reference. And the great voice of JoYo

[@majora6767]

I am way to happy to see that reference, I'm only on chapter 45 but I did finish the goo goo dolls fight

[@John69943]

@@majora6767 dude part 6 is firee

[@easybudget7556]

Browsed youtube for a harder rock cover of Iris for my workout playlist because it’s an emotional song and deserves a slightly angry and emotional cover. This did not disappoint. You have an amazing voice!!!!

[@5W337Y]

I love the passion behind your work Jonathan, whether it be a cover or an original song. I hope that you are doing well and that you continue to find success. Thank you again for the amazing cover!

[@al1x0x]

This was my wedding song last year. This was a brilliant cover made me think back on my lovely day x.

[@Sheamuscz]

Glad to hear that. :)

[@Matts-cars]

You have a rare voice that could cover Disturbed: The Sound of Silence.

[@William_Kyle-Yuki_Yuuki]

He did it three years ago kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqDZfWmDidOUmcU

[@carmanfinley58]

He did, and it's on KZbin. Nails it like usual.

[@EMDakka]

He has.

[@migas29]

You all know "The Sound of Silence" from Disturbed is also a cover, right? Awesome, better than de original but is a cover.

[@jakekrause961]

You should cover "You Found Me" by The Fray Edit: or maybe "Dare you to Move" by Switchfoot

[@chrisbird186]

I’m gonna recommend Bill Withers “Ain’t no Sunshine” again, because he just passed away and your cover would be an amazing tribute.

[@TheOnlyOneSpeedfreak]

you mean ain´t no sunshine?

[@chrisbird186]

Speedfreak yep

[@xtdman345]

The original is like the sad feeling you get when it comes to love. This version is like the angry, hatred feeling you feel in the end. Least that's how I perceive it

[@loreguru3083]

It has been... *so many years* since I last heard this. And oh my god I'm actually crying wtf. ;~; Thank you, Jon. Thank you so much for covering this, it's just... so good.

[@andrzejsowik9768]

Cover request: "Terror time" from Scooby Doo on Zombie Island

[@megantvenstrup7687]

Yeeeeeesss! Favourite Scooby Doo movie of mine. Even as an adult I like rewatching it.

[@Scythian046]

Yes!! That'd be perfect for him

[@citruscoffee5964]

Aa thank you for making me remember that amazing movie 💕

[@LBJordan1]

That would be so epic

[@VolcanicUnicorn123]

No. Hex Girls lol

[@KellyEden]

dude this is great

[@zoew5175]

You're lying to yourself if this song doesn't evoke some long forgotten memory that is bittersweet, that you smile yet cry while listening too.

[@andreschmidt4224]

So right, zo3

[@jonathanallen7881]

Reminds me of my days with my grandpa, I miss him to death.

[@TheSlammurai]

I'd rather just forget those memories.

[@JG-gp9rc]

Damn true.

[@jordanrayne4779]

For me its loss of youth that gets me with this song

[@GreenestTrampler]

John, I know you're disdainful of doing covers, like it's "selling out," but you put such an emotion into this that really got to me. I've listened to it three times in a row now and am definitely going for a fourth. I love your originals, but the way you handle covers is a thing of beauty too.

[@Friedensbringer]

You can taste the soul that has been poured into this performance with your spine while listening to it. Incredible, just incredible.

[@pavillionfalkon160]

Loved the song and love the cover, my request for a cover would be ‘wherever you will go’ by The Calling 🎵

[@ZeldaRoseSongbook]

OMG YES.

[@brandi_diamond]

I'm tuning in for this one! Takes me back to my younger years! LoL

[@lolitbird7522]

This song has such deep meaning to me. It’s the song that connects me with my horses who have passed away. I used this song as part of a tribute video to my horse mondo when he passed away when I was seventeen...I miss him and I miss my horse Bullet who passed away on Nov 29th...this song always makes me cry every time I listen to it. Thank you Jonathan for making such a beautiful rendition of this amazing song.

[@yo-Kai_]

This song brings back a sense of nostalgia even if you've never heard the song before.

[@laurlore72]

I could be in a happy mood but as soon as I hear this song it hits the depths of my soul. I usually tear up and when it's over the moment passes. That kind of evocation of emotion is what I miss in music. But music doesn't always have to bring out the hurt, all star in any mood makes my happier. Thank you Johnathan for covering this and all the other song you have. I'm truly mesmerized by all your videos. Thank you for sharing with all of us!🖤🤘

[@berndhugo1672]

2:07 : You and leo from frog leap studios That would be a dream Greetings from Germany 🤘

[@azuregriffin1116]

Genau c:

[@berndhugo1672]

@@azuregriffin1116 Dann sind wir einer Meinung 😁

[@azuregriffin1116]

@@berndhugo1672 ja. Deutsch ist nicht meine Muttersprache, also hatte es mir kurz vervirrt, als ich "einer Meinung" las, denn ich dachte für einen Augenblick, dass es war "we are an opinion" und nicht "we are of one opinion" XD

[@berndhugo1672]

@@azuregriffin1116 dafür, dass es nicht deine Sprache ist, schreibst du doch aber sehr gut! Lebst du in Deutschland? Nein es war " we are of one opinion" gemeint Lg

[@azuregriffin1116]

@@berndhugo1672 nein, England. Aber nach dieser Quarantäne will ich Deutschland besuchen. Meine vier "A-level" (Abitur?) Klassen sind Deutsch, Computing, Mathe und Physik, und am wenigsten spreche ich zweimal pro Woche mit einer Frau, die aus Österreich kommt und nicht viel English spricht, um Deutsch zu üben. Sehr oft weiß ich nicht Vokabeln, doch kann ich normalerweise verstanden werden, und das Grammatik ist am meisten nicht mir zu verwirrend.

[@Nike-wi8tv]

It was a beautiful day with me and my boyfriend listening to this (original) song and we had such a nice moment together.... A few days later he broke up with me. I still dont know why but this song and now specially this version makes me so heartbroken but reminds me of such a wonderful moment I had with this person... To everyone out there suffering because of a broken relationship. I know you can make ot through and keep on. Get well soon♡

[@trevorbaker3412]

That fact that you pour your feelings, emotions and heart into this cover is amazing, I've been listening to tour covers for the past year and a half and I cant get enough of them, keep up the good work Jonathan

[@x6tz]

"A Cruel Angel Thesis" would be amazing!

[@MoxyFoxtrot]

GASP

[@beansavacado8134]

I SECOND THIS. 🔥🔥🔥

[@TW2Vlog]

I didn't think I would like a metal cover of this song. "Iris" is one of my all time favorite songs. But the amount of raw emotion and power you put into this, my goodness! Another great job, man! Definitely another favorite!

[@AW1806]

Would be cool to hear you do I don’t want to miss a thing - Aerosmith (if you haven’t already lmao)

[@caminopreacher5958]

I second that!

[@meiditte165]

Yea! Vote for this.

[@teo9787]

"Aerosmith" is that a jojo reference?

[@teo9787]

@Ronin I know but I did it for the meme

[@sammycooper1306]

That's exactly what I've been suggesting in my comments for months, but it just doesn't happen...

[@jaycue7641]

Weird suggestions: that song from Tangled. "I see the light ", Hercules "I will go the distance ", or Tarzan's "You'll be in my Heart"

[@Knackersjewels]

He's already done the Tarzan one

[@HK-zr8sv]

@@Knackersjewels wasn't that "son of man"?

[@matthewmciver7615]

He did I see the light

[@chilliam00]

This dude is the king of Disney (and anime) covers.

[@taelynmiller7120]

He did the Hercules one, too

[@orryjensen236]

This is by far my favorite cover of his. I love all of the covers he's made but, this one hits so deep.

[@girlikecupcake]

Duet suggestion: "Come What May" from Moulin Rouge

[@meiditte165]

Vote for this.

[@SmoshyGoodness87]

He would do amazing things with "El Tango de Roxanne" too

[@JosephCWest]

WinchesterGirl67 Absolutely! Tho all songs on that soundtrack are amazing

[@martastancin8755]

Vote people vote!!!

[@alinat5527]

YESSSSS

[@NateGSongs]

Jonathan’s just doing Nostalgia songs now And it’s very epic

[@zeventric8560]

The line, "I don't want the world to see me," resonates as an inner voice yearning for recognition-a voice that, when unleashed, reveals an absence made tangible. Softly expressed, it soothes, yet in its raw, amplified state, it embodies the unspoken. The following line, "cause I think they don't understand," reflects the isolation that often accompanies vulnerability, paired with a world that appears fractured. This cover encapsulates a profound contemplation on the transient nature of humanity, seeking clarity. While the original version maintains a gentle artistic subtlety, the rock rendition promises an authentic, potent channel for expression, one where the lyrics can truly assert their depth and impact.

[@Riverratminiatures]

And you can't fight the tears that ain't comin'... @1:15 I see you there. Totally awesome cover of a totally awesome song!

[@InfinityShadow20]

I would like to do all i can to support Jonathan, He looks so sad when he sings this. Everyone, Let's bring a smile to his face by sharing this video with friends, family, cousin & your pets! Edit: From the look in his eyes, Looks like he lost someone he loved. We all lose those who we cherish so much. I have, It is a very hard time for all who does lose them, I understand how it feels, It feels like a massive whole in your heart.

[@desenagrator]

Bruh you're reaching wayyy too far

[@InfinityShadow20]

@@desenagrator I'm just beeing honest with what I think... Also to tell u the truth, I didn't think that comment would even get a single like...

[@nicholasmullins3693]

Perhaps. I like to think this was another cover specifically selected to reach out and let us know that.. well.. he wants us to know who he is and he wants to be able to make a living off his originals. Whichever it is, this song sends my heart through the blender every time, and Jon's version is so utterly sincere and powerful....

[@unclebozo9845]

"Sing" by My Chemical Romance or the Code Lyoko theme would be awesome covers! Or, since you are on an early 2000s pop-rock spree, why not "Wherever You Will Go" by The Calling?

[@KM-ni5zt]

A world without danger is the name of the theme song for code Lyoko. And I’d faint if he ever did it

[@WaddupMatty]

Oh God, "A World Without Danger" covered by Jon would be DOPE!

[@anitabignar3306]

Yes Code Lyoko!!!

[@PelicanOfDeath]

Oh man Code Lyoko would be awesome. Untapped niche too.

[@17240eli]

I would love to hear him do a code lyoko over.

[@howlerrising6837]

your version gives me chills every time I listen to it. You really re-invent the song with your own flavor, thank you!

[@hrtenacious]

That chorus gave me goosebumps

[@monbearpig]

i would love to hear a cover of The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus' song "Face Down"

[@ponginso4972]

Yeah

[@yoojinjeong3488]

I second this

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

Or Your Guardian Angel.

[@meagonhardy5370]

I would love to hear him singing face down as well. That would be awesome. Johnathan is an amazing singer and very talented. Meagon

[@jaejae1533]

Yesssss anything red jumpsuit! ❤️ omg thank you for reminding me about them! -goes to add every damn song to every playlist- 😂❤️

[@DKDFury]

This is one of those songs I've always heard somewhere else but never knew the name. And now that I know the name and Jonathan covered it I can enjoy it 10x folds

[@gottaketchamall]

Would love to see a cover of “Hero Too” from the school festival episode of My Hero Academia. Loooove this cover. Such a great song, and an awesome interpretation of it.

[@briannah1915]

My Heart Will Go On from Titanic but metal version 🙂

[@durlabhdautichakma7090]

Yessss!!! 😂😈

[@BillakosDM]

LYRICS And I'd give up forever to touch you 'Cause I know that you feel me somehow You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be And I don't want to go home right now And all I can taste is this moment And all I can breathe is your life And sooner or later, it's over I just don't wanna miss you tonight And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming Or the moment of truth in your lies When everything feels like the movies Yeah, you bleed just to know, you're alive And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am And I don't want the world to see me 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand When everything's made to be broken I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am I just want you to know who I am

[@unoriginalname4426]

Courtesy Call by Thousand Foot Krutch please.

[@badwolfwhovian63]

Unoriginal Name omg yes!!!!

[@matheus66696]

Either that or be somebody.

[@tiya6205]

Yes!!!

[@Banter-vw7ck]

That or Lifeline would be great!

[@shirokamishijisa3945]

Our born this way

[@maxmuetzel5364]

This is amazing👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. I nominate Pain by Three Days Grace, Don't get in my way by Zac Hemsey, or Always by Saliva.

[@DmnedRaiden]

I love how the chorus sound in his metal tone

[@AshleyD863]

This was the catharsis I needed today. And I'm going to echo the "Wherever You Will Go" votes, or maybe do some musical theatre and give "Waving Through A Window" from Dear Evan Hansen a shot.

[@anthonygritchin6602]

I would LOVE to hear you do a cover of any of Ronnie James Dio's songs. -Holy Diver -Sunset Superman -Rainbow in the Dark -Last in Line I await the day you finally do a Dio song.

[@danfriedman2556]

I want a cover of Egypt ( the chains are on)

[@Hair8Metal8Karen]

@@danfriedman2556 I was just about to say that!

[@KingCorphish]

He has risen Baby Girl! ⚔

[@ThePokemonKage]

"FUCK"

[@hamptonheron4977]

It’s a not well known song but I highly recommend “I will wait” by mumford and sons its right up your alley

[@AznUzer]

Not well known? It got pretty popular

[@hamptonheron4977]

AznUzer true I just figured not many people in the comments knew about it

[@sterlingtrawick381]

That's what I call a "bruh moment"

[@a_good_username498]

Was literally listening to this on Spotify and seen the yt notification that u made a rock cover. Y e s

[@Christian_Parish]

4 years later and this still gives me chills I relate to the message deep in my soul Good stuff my guy

[@rebekahverbeten2958]

Just found this and your How to Save a Life cover. I liked this song before, but like I said on the other video, your style adds the raw emotion that just reaches down into your gut, rips all the memories to the present day, and brings back all those feelings. I'd love to hear you cover more Josh Groban because your cover of Evermore was chill inducing.

[@olivertoth4122]

Thank you for this. I was weeping listening to it. It brought all memories of my father back who died when I was 14. I'm now in the middle of my University and I've found the most wonderful girlfriend on the planet. And yeah, I wish I could tell him all that, all the memories of a good life that I'm having, telling him I'm that I'm doing well and that he lead me to this path. I'm eternally thankful for everything he did for me, because growing up with ADHD wasn't always easy. I wish he would know who I am and that I love him, always. Thank you Jonathan. I haven't felt this close to him in years.

[@rockyrosen3744]

Your rendition of this song that has resonated with me for decades brought me to tears drudging up pain I thought I had put behind me, thank you for this opportunity to grow because of your work

[@tonof.c.1397]

THE KING RETURNS Edit: Love the song! 🇪🇸

[@betterlatethannever4529]

You're #1

[@tonof.c.1397]

@@betterlatethannever4529 omg, it's my first time being 1st! Ty for let me know :3

[@CTShun]

I love your Hetalia icon 🥰

[@grubhunterx4845]

Hang in there Johnathon. I can see the emptiness inside you with this song, i've been there myself. This song has always reflected that for me, but I can assure you, whatever pain your in, whatever wounds are healing. It will get better. Don't give up! And always remember to treat yourself like someone you loved.

[@ronniesanders5906]

I had many father figures. Some family, some friends of family, some were teachers, among others. Growing up, most of them told me at one point or another that boys aren't supposed to cry. So, once I became a teen, I made the argument, that boys may not cry. But there's a difference between a boy and a man. Then I told them to grow up like I had. Ironic. I didn't recognize that I still had growing up to do myself. This is one song that brought me to tears as a grown man. It's a powerful song with many powerful meanings to different people, and it deserves to be heard by as many people as possible.

[@patrickmcnally9762]

Maybe wherever you will go by the calling

[@toddlebean3110]

you really are the best Jon, I could see the emotion in your eyes, it looked like you were lost. Hope you're doing well, never give up, your fans will always be here to support you.

[@MiraPacku]

this is exactky what I needed right now I started listening a lot to this song again recently and this is perfect Viva La Vida would ve great as a cover of a similar feel

[@juansebastianflorezcastill1177]

Jeez...just...chills with the first chorus.. it is just great mate.

[@Aramis_-os6ty]

My mother died when I was 12 ans now I’m about to "celebrate" my 24th birthday. She knew more than anybody who I was but there is no chance that she gets to know me as I am now. And it hurts like hell to feel like the one I want to know me is the one that is gone. Thanks for your cover, it feels just RIGHT

[@danielmolloy3511]

Holy shit, the passion in the chorus is insane

[@Rylesy]

Poison by Alice Cooper would be an awesome cover to do, maybe even consider an acoustic version!

[@zackedwards3997]

Dude... I remember watching you cover I'll make a man out of you when you first made it, You have came so far... I remember I messaged you years ago telling you how good I thought your music is and u actually messaged back. That ment so much to me, plus you cover so many of my favorite songs. I'm beyond amazed by how your musical talent has grown throughout the years. You just keep blowing me away man. Stay safe.

[@InTheEnd75]

Thank you Deadpool and Wolverine for reminding me of this song

[@dadhead1975]

Just stumbled by chance over this - incredible. One of my all-time favourite songs, and you nailed it ! Thank you for this one... !

[@ericscott.sithlord]

Jonathan, just wanted to let you know that your music, originals and covers, have been very inspirational to me over the last couple months. All this COVID-19 stuff and now all of the strife going on throughout the country over race and basic human rights has had me in a very depressed and anxious state. I love heavy rock/metal covers of otherwise calm songs. Your voice is so unique and really hits my soul. Keep doing what you’re doing and good things will happen. Wishing you all the best and thank you.