Jonathan Larson - 30/90

[@SebiTheHunter]

It’s scary how Andrew managed to move exactly like him

[@Carcosahead]

I mean, he’s an actor, that’s his job

[@cucumberwater6]

@@Carcosahead not an easy one

[@kaitlinbarnes1623]

Andrew did a lot of research into his life while preparing for the role, it’s just shows his dedication to each and every role he plays.

[@osmanyousif7849]

That’s method acting for ya, people….

[@AnkanBasu7]

Your friendly neighbourhood Larson

[@schuksudoon]

I'm so glad this was captured on film. This man has impacted so, so many lives. RIP Jonathan Larson.

[@righteousrawb7225]

Yes

[@pollardk.1116]

I agree!

[@Carcosahead]

Idkw but I feel that those lifes lived/live only in NY

[@cyberrodsam]

@@Carcosahead if you mean he only impacted people living in NY nah I'm from Panamá and Rent was my first musical and one of the reasons I write and sing...

[@ratonzafiris]

And thats why bootlegs are important

[@subratagoswami4076]

I feel glad now that many people will learn about his story thanks to netflix's tick tick boom. Thanks for 4.6k likes👍

[@W3AFed]

I had no idea who Jonathan Larson was until last night when the movie popped up on my Netflix. I had heard of Rent of course, but never knew a thing about it or Tick Tick Boom. I'm obsessed now! This is one of the best songs I've ever heard!

[@FlusteredBushStudios]

yeah im glad i know bout him now too, Im listening to Rent and the few other tick tick boom songs now

[@asherrd]

I'm just sad that the only original recording is such awful quality. it's fun watching the original, but there really is almost no reason to watch this rather than watch andrew garfield do it.

[@Miza_09]

His story is so tragic. Glad to know about him

[@tahanynydiazafirahafiza4494]

Thanks to lin who tell his story 😭

[@rsv927]

It was through Jonathan Larson's death that I found out about Marfan Syndrome. With this I found out that I had the symptoms/traits of the genetic disorder, and was later on diagnosed with it. His work has inspired me from the first time I heard the music of rent. and specially now as I turn 35 today.

[@hollykm]

Hope 44 is treating you well

[@jeeemmm]

I hope all is well with you

[@aaronlynch8587]

@@JDelvaMusic bro he posted this 9 years before the movie

[@cooperliggins6673]

@@JDelvaMusic why are you here if you haven’t seen the movie, of course there will be people talking about it, it’s a new movie

[@VG-ul5sq]

Dang r u 44 now?

[@tabletop5875]

i must say Andrew did a fantastic job

[@AmaraEmme]

Andrew captured this perfectly! I’m floored

[@pollardk.1116]

Indeed.

[@johnstuart3975]

I don’t mean this as a dig. There’s something masculine about Jon that the movie representation didn’t catch. It’s ephemeral perhaps, but something essential about the genuineness and the vanity at stake. I love Garfield’s portrayal, but like all present displays of past glories, I wonder if something about Jon’s artistic power was lost in translation? Not his compassion for all peoples, but his particular power to state what so many people felt was the deathly air of self-consciousness in his time? Something brave to the point of reckless, to try and show where we were heading not merely as a civilization but as a source of art. He was trying to saying something about our love of ourselves risking annihilation rather than our live of ourselves as loving our queer and lively mess?

[@jonahlaymon3963]

@@johnstuart3975 bad take

[@vanitymaze2588]

Andrew did a wonderful job portraying Jonathan! Amazing!

[@majdiroidal-jihad9554]

he killed it!!

[@potato79391]

I played these videos at the same time and they were identical!

[@Mr_Col_De_Bruselas]

Jaja "Jonathon " xd

[@anjalik.5351]

He nailed it!

[@viviana1330]

he really did 🙏🏼

[@CameraGirl26]

He's so amazing. It feels so strange to actually see him perform, it seems like all we know of him is the stories people tell and RENT.

[@loner5333]

Hi

[@whitehawk45]

I feel that. Glad he's getting the recognition he's deserved.

[@HenzPlayz2002]

Andrew Garfield was perfect casting.

[@vanessafai06]

at 1:11 when he says “at least it happens only once in your life” it’s so satisfying. i love how andrew sings it in the movie but god i absolutely adore jonathan’s original version 1000x more. you really can’t get anything better than larsons original singing. ❤️

[@denizi8108]

Ofc, no one would think that

[@inventions178]

Well I mean no shit lmao

[@kako2002]

The way he transitions from a constant high pitch singing to a low one is extremely satisfying.

[@heyitsmort7744]

@@kako2002 And singing in a relative high place in the masculine instrument, too. Solid technique for real. That’s solid resonance and space in his mask

[@ImHyper11]

"turning 30 in the 90s, bang your dead what can you do?" its weird to think how accurate he got it; he turned 30 in 1990 obviously, but he died so suddenly just 6 years later. he was such a genius! THANK YOU JONATHAN LARSON. (-':

[@K4nma]

We love Jonathan :3

[@wisespidey]

Damn a 13 Yr old comment

[@ronplaysroblox3693]

WTF ITS 13 YEARS OLD COMMENT

[@Extremezotako]

Yes

[@HelenRachael]

Andrew Garfield did him justice and I’m grateful to have been introduced to Jonathon’s talent. I liked Rent when I watched it years ago but I didn’t know anything about who was actually behind it or their story.

[@asakura__]

He still has a very good voice even the recorder was so old.

[@roshansell1804]

Dude. I just watched the tick tick boom movie and after watching this, Andrew Garfield really killed it. Larson has so may little nuances that make the performance that much more interesting.

[@SophyVlogs]

Fell in love with this song and Jonathan Larson's story. His work has touched so many people and changed musical theatre. Can't wait for more to hear about his story when Lin-Manuels tik tik boom comes out.

[@davidmckesey7119]

So the movie is great

[@mcaprisun]

@@davidmckesey7119 it really was, got chills at the end.. such a talented guy

[@paoladeleon6365]

Thirty years after performing this song, a girl born in 1990 turned 30. It’s me. I’m that girl. Thank you for gifting your mind to the world, Jonathan. What a truly special person he was.

[@aidanjackson1946]

What

[@screwtapee]

Well, this was sadly performed in 91 xD Great comment anyway!

[@nonenoone3722]

Nice to meet you I am the girl who is the same age he died. I would have hoped to meet you not this year

[@andrewgrant6516]

Happy birthday!

[@maiabrown3078]

3:40 Andrew sounded just like Jonathan. I mean honestly. What an amazing casting for Jon.

[@kgirl101333]

I finally saw RENT live and I never realized how powerful it was on stage. RIP Jonathan Larson! LA VIE BOHEME!

[@Charlie-su9mi]

Damn hi

[@carsonm10261]

Love to whoever filmed this

[@wolfstar_is_superior1948]

this song has genuinely inspired me to get my life together

[@ZachHopeful]

I am so glad I found this version of the song

[@GoggledAgog]

I was confused how you could be 20 and born in '90 but then realised this comment was 11 years old Hope you're alright now at 31

[@lewiswhite6681]

Hope the 30th wasn’t too bad

[@ptr1ptr2ptr3]

Wow it must’ve felt weird with Andrews version coming out a year after you’re 30!

[@SaturdayMorningLive]

Wow. Your 31 now. Huh. Crazy how KZbin can document this kind of stuff

[@EkardRimidalv]

Soooo... How you doin' now?

[@helin1504]

I watched tick tick boom few days ago and now i am here and i'm feeling same things about turning 20 wish i could stay teenager forever!

[@BrownieWithCaramel]

@Sallieeeeee I'm 14 and love every bit this guy wrote since I was about 3 or 4 (or since I can remember). He died before I was born but I still can sing every song from Rent, Tick Tick Boom, etc. by heart. Fucking legend. A shame that here in Germany no one has ever heard of Rent.

[@Ejin-qt7li]

How's 24 treating you? I hope you're doing well!

[@olivia.2300]

almost 30 now!

[@nonenoone3722]

3? Wow! We know Rent here in Turkey though

[@kivincentyed1392]

Hows 24 treating you?

[@anubisizzy]

@@olivia.2300 no

[@cullengirl278]

Jonathan's talent has inspired me so much! I don't know what i would be like if it weren't for Rent. The world needs to hear Jonathans legacy and I believe it is our duty as Rentheads to tell it to them! God Bless Jonathan Larson

[@anthonymitchell1142]

I havent seen anycomments about this, but the back up singer behind Jon is Roger Bart (The Producers). They were good friends and in the film Tick Tick Boom, they had a character named Roger that was based off of him.

[@wdrh03]

Also, Roger from Rent was named after him

[@saaqib_0252]

That first melody speaks so many words, it's beautiful

[@luisv1176]

Andrew did an amazing job portraying him. I couldn’t imagine anyone else doing it. RIP Jonathan Larson

[@spyderjosh]

sure wish we could turn back the clock and save this guy! I think about it everytime I play one of his songs. God bless Jonathan!

[@leontaylor1308]

Besides the fact the quality of audio 13 years ago hurts my young ears I love this

[@MilesApartofficial]

That ain’t thirteen years ago that’s 31 years ago

[@leontaylor1308]

@@MilesApartofficial ah yeah

[@LPJack02]

RIP and long live Jonathan Larson (February 4, 1960 - January 25, 1996), aged 35 You will always be remembered as a legend.

[@Sydshark99]

I’ve never seen a comment on how insane he played the piano like jesus christ that’s hard but he made it look so easy

[@CGiles]

I love Tick, Tick.... Boom! And I love Rent. It's such a shame he died >.< Just think of how much more amazing musicals he could've wrote. Genius.

[@fuhkuhmi5175]

I had a music teacher who i think was quite similar to Jonathan because his melody and his clothing was same as his and after I went in high school he was Removed and due to which he started drinking and a day before or two I met him he was quite fond with my big brother And after a week or so my Big Brother said he died and was to young to die ie 41 or may be 43 He was quite depressed but no one in the high school remember him i feel that 💔

[@thatonelonelykid34]

I'm so glad I learned about this guy. THANK YOU JONATHAN

[@chikakoseino7841]

It is regrettable that his brilliant work hasn’t been introduced in Japanese when his musical was sensationally on theatre worldwide. This time someone who deeply love “Rent” like me bring Jonathan Larson’s work “ Tick,Tick, Boom” to Japan.

[@wesleyprewittmartinez1568]

Please do

[@BroadwayfanRich]

This is amazing! I searched forever for the CD, and finally found it! Now to see Jon perform it....wow. Incredible! He has inspired my life through RENT, and now through this. It would have been so humbling just to meet him. His work is amazing. To the poster, thank you; to the videographer, thank you; and to Jonathan Larson; Thank You so much!

[@aIDserse]

hey! I didn't know there was a CD, could you maybe copy it and share it? Unfortunately there is really nothing around, not even about the cd itself :(( If you could get me some info or maybe the contents of the cd I would be enormously grateful.

[@ashtonlouis5661]

Insanity can be felt right through him, it’s mesmerising. His energy is so incredible. Andrew did such a good job

[@ijey82]

I've waited about ten years, and now this is the first KZbin video I'm watching the moment I turned thirty.

[@jodiemack452]

I really heard RENT in No more from Tick tick boom! It’s amazing to hear his process transfer like that

[@brycewilson3594]

I’ve only got one more month until I’m an adult. Whenever I hear this song it reminds me that my childhood is about to end. This man is a genius, and this song makes me cry.

[@vivalapour5462]

i only staretd getting into larson's works, my first being rent and now tick tick boom. My heart! I wish I had discovered his works even sooner ;-; his words hit so close to home..

[@TechnicolorYear]

He's so full of passion. I'll see ya when I die Jonathan!!! Thank you, Jonathan Larson. :)

[@IbokRock811]

Godddd the instrumentation on this as well!!! The guitar solos!!! Crazy

[@rebeccaduncxn]

andrew being able to copy jonathans mannerisms really shows how much of an amazing actor he is

[@jsisaza94]

Great seeing this. Such a talented guy. I can't wait to see Tick, Tick...boom on Netflix. I'm sure i Will love it.

[@jordonnalevin5722]

My mom and I have always loved Rent and Jonathan’s story. I remember the first time I saw Rent, I went home and watched a super long documentary about Jon and got so emotional. When I heard they were making Tick Tick BOOM into a movie I got so excited😭so happy people are hearing his story.

[@amieofrain1804]

Inspired so many people and he didn’t even live long enough to know it. Thank you, Jonathan Larson! [Edit] Came back here because the tick, tick… BOOM! movie is coming out in less than a week! Can’t wait 💕

[@josephottomanelli2486]

Incredible artist and excellent depiction of him in film by Andrew Garfield

[@MusicalMarauder]

And the backup singer is roger bart, the original broadway Carmen ghia in The Producers, and one of Jonathan’s friends

[@snowy2619]

IM SO HAPPY THIS GOT RECOMMENDED TO ME, ITS BEEN STUCK IN MY HEAD. SUCH A GREAT PEFORMANCE!!!

[@haru-kn3ms]

Here after tick tick boom.. And happy to know this masterpiece ✨ Great work, Andrew and rip Jonathan

[@jrockroze]

this is so amazing. RIP Jonathan Larson

[@snowhunter7536]

The fact that he only had this and Rent made me wish that he could have lived even for a bit longer. How unfortunate. May he RIP.

[@hannahvance3798]

I love both johnathan singing this and Andrew Garfield's cover.

[@wookong1723]

i like how the comments here are either from a day ago or 13 years ago :')

[@greencow423]

I got to see this play in a pretty small venue that really set the cramped tone for his journey. It was great.

[@Sipan5551]

I'm so happy tick, tick...BOOM! exists, and a lot of people, including me, learned about this talented man

[@heyidaroo]

@Sallieeeeee Exactly. I don't think anyone can truly appreciate Rent until they know the real works of Jonathan Larson. What's makes the story of Rent so special is the story of its creator!

[@nilijoresanchez1345]

Gracias Netflix Gracias Lin Manuel Miranda Gracias Andrew esa pasión al actuar y hermosa voz Y Jonatan eras un geniooooi

[@thatonemoodyguy]

Wow what a talented dude. I’m honored to have the opportunity to enjoy his works 🙏🏼 I’m an instant fan now.

[@fromedia_]

I'm here after watch Tick Tick Boom.. omg what an amazing person.. amazing T.T

[@mrj6073]

Same! Andrew garfield killed it

[@finalwordoftruth]

Thank God that heart lasted as long as it did even though it robbed us all and mostly Jonathan. Great to see GENIUS in action. Beyond missed! RIP and thank you Jonathan.

[@AlexCookTheatre]

Exactly 5 months away from thirty and nowhere near being published. This song, the film, his story, it hit me and depressed me whilst inspiring me to keep trying at the same time. Its 30/22!!!

[@kittywatchesyoutube]

this is amazing! such a great song writer and performer

[@TyTheeHistorian]

I live for live footage of Jonathan Larson!

[@PukuPukuPawPaw_127]

Wow! I'm so proud of Andrew, he did an amazing job 😍💓

[@luisdc07]

Andrew Garfield nailed it

[@thegaythespian]

Amazing!!! you really see the desperation he felt about being 30 and going nowhere.

[@kulponz]

I'm so sad that he passed at such a young age :'( R.I.P Jonathan Larson the greatest song writer

[@Agong22067]

13 fucking years ago holy shit youtube is old

[@zimbazmac4072]

Wow I saw this and immediately clicked it , he is such an inspiration and defiantly made a big impact on Broadway and musicals in general

[@jackglassmusic1514]

Literally obsessed with this song right now.

[@scuderiaferrari2023]

Jonathan Larson was a true master I wish I could talk to him

[@aebez]

props to lin’s directing and andrew’s acting

[@TheAlex808]

The fact that he didn't get to see RENT makes me gag 😢

[@leethestar6421]

It's amazing this footage is only a year older than me. I had the idea this guy was old, I'm really happy to see this! I'm going to show this to all of my friends ❤❤❤❤

[@darthvader7508]

i remember being there, God that was soo long ago

[@beckyintaiji]

speachless... it meakes me cry everytime.

[@beckyintaiji]

somehow I can see the warm and nice heart of Jonathan, not only his passion. He always makes me humble and better person.

[@junecox7553]

it’s so crazy what modern day stuff can do to this because Andrew performance just looks so incredible

[@seishirouhimada9881]

Went back to see this video after the release of the trailer of tick tick...boom. Huhu can you imagine what this man could've blessed the world with if not only for his death :((

[@donnatella]

wow, what a performer!

[@gerardyatcilla4839]

mr. Larson you are so inspiring!!!

[@sesfilmsllc]

Love the song but the audio is blown to hell.

[@MvyMkr]

OMG THIS IS AWESOME! Him actually playing it!

[@BewilderedBird]

I turn 30 in 3 months....makes so much sense

[@jesusfreak34988]

I turn 32 this year and it always seem like this will be true!

[@thebigbadbeanman]

How did 30 treat ya?

[@BewilderedBird]

@@thebigbadbeanman My 30s have been much, much better than my 20s! I worked really hard to change my life, and I’m finally seeing results now. I’m 34 now. If you’re younger than me, don’t be afraid of turning 30. Be grateful you’re still alive.

[@msaadah1223]

Been on a Jonathan Larson binge after watching Tik Tik Boom and just realized that's Roger Bart in the background!?

[@executivelypunk]

ok im gonna cry

[@ThespianCrazed]

I'm 24 and it makes more sense to me every year. And not always in a good way.

[@caitlinbelforti870]

I feel like being ashamed about turning 30 and not accomplishing anything is such a thing of the past. I'm 31 now and my life isn't anywhere near where I want it to be....yet I know people my age still living with their parents, I know people my age who are homeless. I think struggling is just kind of the norm for all of us now (unless you are born rich or marry rich) and you are lucky if you are surviving. Especially after what 2020 brought us. As someone born in 1990......30/20 was the least horrible thing that has happened to me .. Idk...maybe it's because life has been so unbearably cruel that when my 30th birthday happened..I really didn't have much energy to be ashamed of it lol.

[@ElizaHamilton1780]

@Sallieeeeee I know, right? I was wondering who the one person was who didn't like this. I understand the recording is rough and the sound is harsh and all that, but hell--this is Jonathan Larson himself singing this. This is history, and the guy's dead. This is about all we have as outsiders looking in. So what is there to not like here?

[@katiem5051]

thank you jonathan larson

[@HikariSempaiLovesU]

I bought this CD! I love it!

[@johannsamba3179]

I dream of someday doing something with this much passion and talent

[@EthanJohn1986]

Awesome to see his older stuff like this

[@ringoakastarkey]

Happy Birthday Jonathan Larson

[@MommaKitten]

Thank you, Jonathan Larson.

[@susie8799]

I’m glad people are rediscovering this because of the new movie. May his memory be a blessing 💖

[@lenamoorsy]

im so glad that the movie tick tick boom was made because without it, i never would've know who Johnathan larson was. im so sad that he was gone so soon, he was incredible ♥️

[@joeross1990]

For everyone watching this, I am 31 and was born in February 1990

[@liamlacoste9185]

I have never seen a video with this quality ... my eyes are burning

[@jhimpoekwakwa2133]

lmao

[@pablocorreauwu3825]

dude...

[@muttutt5651]

bro its from the 90s