Keith Urban Falling Apart on Kelly Clarkson's Emotional Performance On Idol

[@Noelle2016]

How many can relate 🥺🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️❤

[@jasonrist6582]

i picked up the pieces

[@robyn2595]

Absolutely know what she's singing about

[@deborah2834]

My father left when I was 10 years old and I'm still shattered. My mother never remarried nor even dated after the divorce. She devoted herself to raising me and my younger brother. ❤ I absolutely love you! You are my HERO, mommy!

[@marcyoconnell2398]

❤a mothers love can heal everything!!!!!!!! i just lost my hero(my mom) and my life will never be the same,

[@Texan27]

As a mother who has done the same, we need to hear that acknowledgment. While we don’t ask for glory, as Kelly’s song says, we put you first.

[@iamphoenix5376]

You are lucky to have a mother like yours.

[@deannacoleman913]

The loss of a mother is a pain that never goes away.​@@marcyoconnell2398

[@cherall1]

My daughter calls me on Fathers Day

[@gengarcrobat1576]

I always admire a man who's not afraid to show his emotions. Showing emotion is not showing weakness.

[@bethclark8088]

I agree❤

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@scottfarnsworth9727]

You are absolutely right!!

[@christyinprogress639]

It took me at least 6 or 7 listens to listen to this performance without tearing up. I still tear up if I haven't heard it in a while.

[@monosurge]

It becomes a weakness when it's weaponized against you. Maybe people should stop doing that.

[@veronicavalenzuela5738]

I was driving with my 11yr old grandson and this song came on. I saw tears in his eyes. His mother left him 4yrs ago. His father is raising him alone ❤

[@wendyquiroga6197]

How sad that there are parents that abandon their children and there are people like me that wish to be able to have children and cannot.

[@invisiblespirit5476]

It sounds like his father isn’t raising him alone. Grandparents have such an important role. ❤

[@bethclark8088]

It's common for a dad to leave but for a mom to leave is something I will NEVER understand. I have 4 kids and they are my life, they are the reason I wake up every single day even when there are times I no longer want to be on this earth... my kids keep me here and keep me going❤ I'll never give up on them. I'm so sorry that you have to go through that but God blessed your grandson with an amazing grandmother❤

[@sunilthomas8216]

People are failures, that's life, and a never ending cycle of truth. But normal parents want to "stay" in their children's lives.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@bobbyern]

Hats off to the piano player for perfectly adjusting to her pauses while she was emotional.

[@joevalicenti2722]

I was just about to say the same thing.

[@FishRfun]

Same here​@@joevalicenti2722

[@johnnysangel0413]

@@joevalicenti2722 I take it , Kelly's father was a POS

[@Rachelshmachel63]

Plus she made a few boo boos , it’s ok , it’s live !! That’s the great thing about live performances

[@AbstractJJJ]

Not to trivialize the piano player's skills, but that's the job. Accompaniment is definitely not for all piano players, but being able to do so opens up a lot of opportunities for work.

[@DaveHogg]

As a stepfather of a daughter who was six when her parents divorced, this song wrecks me. She's going to turn 28 in a few weeks and being part of her life is the greatest gift I've ever been given.

[@sandilynn9277]

❤ ❤

[@janetwashington5090]

Wow! Thank God for you! You're the gift, precious.💝

[@djogu]

Men that are not made anymore... I'm proud of you 🤠

[@ColRusSer]

You’re a good one💖

[@marjorierodriguez5927]

Good things come to good people. ❤

[@katiepetersen7489]

She apologizes for the tears but doesn't realize how much more powerful they make this performance

[@PlumbPitiful]

She's a professional and a perfectionist. She's apologizing because she feels she didn't give the best performance that she could have.

[@ninanordness2786]

​There isn't perfectionism in music/artistry. You give it your best/your all. There are things that can come up during a performance that are out of your control that you're to continue pushing thru the rest of your performance (at times may be pause for a moment). Ex.) pants split, sleeve on shirt/tank top tares/breaks off, loose hat while singing, too much leg exposed with skirt/dress has slit, someone unexpectedly comes onto stage/ it breaks, etc. It can be anything. One hopes it's done perfectly but no performance is ever the same. Doing your best is all you can do. No one is perfect.❤ Much Love From WI -

[@sharonallison9922]

​@@PlumbPitifulNOT TRUE, HER FATHER ABANDONED HER AS A CHILD.

[@fredhbush]

Best piano player ever! He stayed with Kelly through that emotional performance. Kudos to both Kelly and him!

[@bettyrobb8219]

Amazing and beautiful performance, Kelly sings from the heart, love her natural beauty👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇨🇦

[@Leslie_Knope]

He's been with her for 20 years. She works with talented people who understand her.

[@bigelile07]

Best piano player ever? Hardly.

[@TomCee53]

@@bigelile07 We know he didn’t mean literally. Just take it in the spirit intended. Accompanists rarely get the credit due them.

[@bigelile07]

@@TomCee53 I have no idea what was meant, only what was written. A lot people think Gaga is the best piano player ever (which is ridiculous) and they mean what they say.

[@emilyh.8704]

One of the BEST artists ever to come out of American Idol!!!! This woman has been so blessed with such a soul grabbing, deep spiritual voice, that no matter what she's singing, my whole body is overwhelmed with emotions and chills, every single song she sings.. God continue to bless you with success Ms. Clarkson..love you❤👏🙏❤️

[@royhoequist8846]

Not one of the best, THE BEST.

[@Missstrish]

I personally think the greatest even better than Carrie Underwood

[@Jane-uj3lk]

She and Daughtry are 2 of the best voices to come off the show. She really has a special quality to her voice. The one whose popularity I never understood is mcphee...it's no wonder she latched onto Foster...she's got a good but unremarkable voice that has never stood out

[@eventsdirector9538]

Kelly❤ is loved

[@judyglass1363]

I vote for her

[@ThePainkilla777]

For those of us who could never put into words how it feels to have a disinterested, unavailable father, this song hits you in the soul.

[@themightyotis7893]

My daughter just had beautiful twin girls 3/31 and the dad is nowhere around and continues a drug path. It's ok. I'm there for my baby girl and all her babies.

[@BGmary]

Even 70 yrs later

[@AirJKB13]

I made my husband bond with our baby. He didn’t know how! Neither of us did. I made him do everything I did from birth so our son would know his heart beat, energy, voice as well as my own. Most parents don’t know to do this so the dad just doesn’t know how to connect. They wait for the women to show them and most women resent it instead of being realistic and patient and helping the bond to build.

[@trinajusticebaker5840]

It’s absolutely the same when your mother has never loved you or valued you in any way,…..

[@AirJKB13]

@@trinajusticebaker5840 I’m 61 still looking for a Mom. I get it. It’s made me feel homeless all my life. No mom. Well I had a ml. But Being a Mom she couldn’t wouldn’t do.

[@kathrynkastner6064]

Keith Urban is the real deal. What a great man.

[@george6090]

Nicole finally got a good one.

[@Jewellee-nk9tr]

I absolutely love that Nicole got a great man. Tom was an ass.

[@Jewellee-nk9tr]

I always love that Nicole got a good one. Tom was an ass. Keith is a man.

[@shermac246]

@@Jewellee-nk9trthey are a lovely couple, two talented and extremely gifted Aussie’s who want simple lives

[@tpeezy1010]

Cause he’s been thru those struggles. That’s the difference between sympathy and empathy

[@danielmitchell5184]

I was at this performance and there was not a dry eye in the building. This performance had every one of us crying and even all these years later, it still brings tears to my eyes..

[@jeremychaisson549]

Yes all the time I hear this song I tear up I’m a fatherless child 👦. So I decided not to inflict that pain on my kids. I will never give up on them. I will fight for them till I take my last breath

[@lynnmusiccowgirlely122]

@@jeremychaisson549 GOD bless you and your heart!!

[@mztd912]

This is true, I was the mic.

[@ColRusSer]

@@jeremychaisson549 good man.

[@yamac488]

Except for J-Lo’s cold blooded ass lol

[@EricOnYouTube]

That piano man was perfect. He did such a great job supporting her.

[@sherly85]

What a beautiful performance. I just want to shout out the accompanist for elite improvisational playing in the moment where Kelly breaks down. Excellent support to her and following her lead, which is kinda symbolic of what the song represents.

[@msredk1]

Oh he was On Point All Throughout that performance! He had her emotions in his in fingers. I've watched this too many times to count and it's downloaded on my phone... ❤

[@paulferrara1839]

Insightful comment. Love the symbolism you made here. I now hear the song differently. Thank you!

[@carlaarnold1612]

❤

[@gg79139]

I’m an accompanist and that was what I heard. It takes a special ability to follow and support those performers and instrumentalists performing. You are appreciated!!!!!

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@kathybruchhauser4013]

Love how the pianist followed her perfectly !! Great job Sir !! No words for how wonderful and moving Kelly's performance was......You go Girl !!

[@looksrdeceivn]

yes... i was so impressed by his skills... this song is beautiful

[@nicholethames6535]

This song is the most raw, honest song I have ever heard. She put it all out there for us, which most artists don't....PRICELESS

[@1o1carolina53]

Internet says she's dead

[@danaratliff300]

Beautiful woman passionate singer. ❤️ gorgeous

[@Forgetaboutit166]

@@1o1carolina53 u should be for this comment

[@emilywickler8871]

I'd heard she wrote the song about her own father and her step father. Very raw and beautiful 😍

[@jasonoctober3288]

I love how she dances when her vocals start to shake. She is filled with so much self-love, she doesn't get embarrassed, she just dances through it. You go, Queen!

[@angieh612]

That’s a really great observation.

[@BabzBoop]

👁

[@wendygvozdich3187]

She’s amazing♥️

[@chellehubbard17]

Unapologetically…Kelly and we love you❤(Sending Hugs Kelly)

[@LucyJazzy85]

Damn the torpedoes… whether it’s self-love or self assurance or both she puts her whole self, heart and soul, into her songs which is why it’s so easy to love her. She is real. 💜

[@davidgraham3162]

Keith Urban - powerful reaction. What a man!

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

keith as a great dad.. cried.

[@johndeere8594]

He’s gay.

[@MariekaMcPhee]

It makes me so mad that people criticize this awesome performance. You're awesome Kelly Clarkson!

[@NicholasCaddy]

I Have Watched this so many times I still Cry like a Little girl

[@weepingwillows21]

Kelly, I know you will probably never read this, but I have to tell you, this song moves me to tears every time I hear it.When I was 6 years old, my parents divorced, and my father left me wondering what I had done wrong. 2 years later, an incredible man called Steve Lively, whom I'd known since I was three, married my mom, and he became the one to show me a father could stay and that I deserved to be put first. I think of him everytime I hear it, and even though he's been gone for close to 12 years now, he will always have an extremely special place in my heart.

[@gretchenwaddell332]

Amen!!!

[@roadschoolerusa9621]

Crying listening again to this.Same as my 8yo daughter now.I found her someone that she can call “Dad” everyday. I know she’s grow happy and complete just like you.

[@Eothan]

I hope I can be that role one day for a little girl that is daughter of my girlfriend. Thank you

[@wadecohagan2388]

@@Eothan You can and will buddy. Love that child well. But as equally important let her see how much you love and respect her Mommy.The most valuable thing you can give them both is your time!

[@Eothan]

@@wadecohagan2388 Thank you! I needed to hear that man

[@johnsmith-od6dq]

...how the pianist guarded over her, his pacing pushed her to exceed beyond her emotions, just as she wanted...thank you for sharing Kelly

[@gigieyre]

She is definitely the best singer that has ever been on American Idol. Her voice is fantastic and beautiful!!

[@LucyJazzy85]

Her heart and soul is also fantastic and beautiful and she puts ALL of it into her performances which is why it’s so easy to love her. She’s real. 💜

[@lennybariquit390]

Ang jhud

[@lashawndra32]

Ummm Google Jennifer Hudson

[@nilpo]

That's a pretty bold statement. I don't know about that.

[@RebeccaDavis-rp3jf]

​@@nilpo You're entitled to your wrong opinion

[@deborahbailey8246]

Kieth and Kelly are not alone in their tears. This is the first time I have heard this. Bawling my eyes out. My sister and I were what we call throw away children. Love Y’all God Bless Y’all 😊

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@Mz.Winona]

This!! Is for my step father who came into my life when I was 7 and never left, until the day I held his hand as he passed away from cancer. I left my job and was able to take care of him the last year of his life. I miss you Pops! 😢

[@justchillin6117]

Aww thanks for sharing! ❤so sorry for your loss! Hugs 🫂 and 🙏 to you ! 😢

[@thomasstengel7356]

I'm so sorry for your loss but grateful that you got to be there for him in his last days as he was when for you when you needed him most. Also, fuck cancer. May your step father be resting in peace.

[@paulajelen1351]

How wonderful that the Lord allowed you the ability to take care of the man that stepped in to care for YOU. Here’s some hugs xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

[@Mz.Winona]

@@paulajelen1351 God is good! Pops fought cancer for 4 years. Diagnosed with Stage 4, given 6 to 9 mos to live he immediately started chemo and radiation. Then qualified for a cancer treatment trail, of Ketrudya. We were blessed with extra time due to the remarkable Ketrudya treatments. Thank you for the much needed hugs! 🙏

[@landingarcia4619]

Shout out to that piano player, respect man, your apart of this beautiful performance

[@scav61]

She didn't write that, she lived it n she made us experience it, Phenomenal

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@itsmeiamb]

actually she co wrote it.

[@lindahalani1060]

Thus song is for all the little girls, whose fathers left them behind....IT MATTERS💗Sometimes, no matter how much a Mother tries to fill that void, it is never enough! Thank you, Kelly for all you do for us🤗😘🎶

[@paigedissel]

YES!!!!!

[@angerkitten9931]

Well that's kind of a direct insult to all the mothers who choose to stay after the fathers choose to leave. Mothers ARE enough.

[@coleridgequeen]

Not just the little girls, all kids.

[@lindahalani1060]

@@coleridgequeen Didn't mean to leave out boys, sometimes when it's personal, you lose your focus...my Daughter went through this with her Father, so I was thinking about her.💗💙

[@Tesla...]

@@angerkitten9931 The OP did not insult mothers. She clearly understands the hole that her husband created in her daughter when he left her behind. She is expressing empathy for her daughter and gratitude toward Kelly. Why you gotta pick a fight?

[@romanaa7070]

I watch this performance periodically always thinking nah im not gonna cry this time.. and ofcourse always end up bawling 😭

[@airheadrica1]

Yeah sometimes you just have to watch and feel again and again. 🤗❤️

[@CJTJ247]

Same..lol!

[@Zippertees]

Thanks for the laugh i needed that lol im no5 laugh at you im laughing with you blhahhaah

[@williamsillivent6859]

I'm 63 yrs old! There's so much pain and hurt in the words of this song and what's more I can relate! I've watched this video a lot and I CRY every time! 😢

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@varietyshow802]

Kelly is an American Idol for many reasons. This is one of them. The performance was just Kelly and a piano accompaniment so you could feel the emotions with every single lyric she sang. Her facial expressions also told the story, and she continued that stage presence throughout the entire song. There wasn't a dry eye in the house.

[@martysolis665]

Except J-Lo

[@billrobbins5874]

Beautiful, first time hearing her on this. ♥️♥️

[@melissahill6666]

Beautiful!! And I am tearful 😢

[@nhedasadventures]

@@martysolis665 j lo is fake

[@lisal.4498]

JLo trying hard to look emotional

[@s4mcote]

Keith Urban is so authentic. Not the biggest fan of his music but I love him regardless, he deserves his success.

[@SuperAnimelover100]

Agreed !

[@ColonelStraker]

4:00 and the complete opposite can be said about this clown who took the stage on the heels of her Dynamic performance

[@stephenyork7318]

Such an amazing performance. The unsong hero in this is the pianist, he was realyl in touch with her response and managed to complement her. Keith...wow...He's worked in the shoes of the man she's singing about.

[@terricampbell9376]

Stephen York omg, you’re so right

[@a.p5079]

Absolutely agreed about the pianist. Had no idea about Keith, makes it even more sweet. :)

[@margaretmitchell4926]

What do u mean Keith's worked in the shoes of the man she's singing about? I thought she was singing about her father who abandoned her as a young girl . Just asking if u don't mind ??

[@jackeroo75]

True but no one can sing like her

[@acw072]

@@margaretmitchell4926 I think he meant she is actually singing about her biological father and her step father, how her biological father deserted her but her stepfather picked her back up, that's what I'm reading into it

[@shaun3697]

When she sings about real feelings she takes my breath away. Kelly is so gifted!! Thank-you! Kelly you are a gift to us all.

[@justice9094]

I am an orphan. Never been touched so deeply as I have been by your voice, your heart and your song, Ms Clarkson. Thank you.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@sheliab106]

I Justice love YOU💐💐💐💐💐

[@debgibson5570]

I love Keith. he is a true human being able to relate to the emotions of this song. may he live a long and happy life with his wife and kids, and never lose his ability to live and care about his fellow humans!!

[@keekers]

You know he had to help his wife through a broken heart. Her ex husband had wrecked her. I'm so glad that Nicole found a real man who adores her.

[@raquelperez6351]

Keith ❤️🙏🏻

[@elizabethnicoll]

keiths tears show how anyone listening does😭s

[@1packatak]

I’m sure Keith was thinking how could someone walk away from his kids. He is such a kind hearted family man.

[@NoPitBullLeftBehind]

He is also technically a stepdad to Nicole's older children so I'm sure this hit him a little harder.

[@tngardenangel5695]

It breaks my heart that her husband didn't do the work, to stay after this song for her and her kids. Stay strong Kelly Clarkson! 💜

[@MarciaCamara]

I see what you mean, and yes, it's really sad that they're not together anymore. But divorced parents can still be amazing to their kids. Sometimes, even better than when together. Besides, it is really messy for a kid to grow up seeing their parents fighting or frustrated in life.

[@danmakowski2566]

She filed for Divorce.

[@joannasaadati8810]

@@danmakowski2566 70% of divorces are initiated by women. That's usually the person who tries the hardest and gets fed up.

[@danmakowski2566]

@@joannasaadati8810 Unfortunately that's statistically not true. The roles have reversed. More men are trying to keep marriages together in todays culture. Women are, in far greater numbers, willing to give up than at any time in history.

[@candysmith8724]

@@joannasaadati8810 You're so right! I stayed in my crap marriage for way too long. He doesn't even pay child support for his 2 boys. I hate him, he's a loser!

[@meljak]

Absolutely awesome. Gotta respect Kelly for that raw emotion, let alone that voice, the piano player for his spot on reading of her needs, and Keith for not hiding his reactions.

[@julianemajette1096]

Kelly is not only beyond incredibly talented, she is such a strong woman, so very down to Earth, hilarious, and someone I truly admire and look up. Kelly! You are your generation's example of what today's woman is. You are the bomb!! Love you much!! ❤

[@janieroy3222]

I’m 75 and my dad died when I was seventeen. Oh, the tears were flowing. You touched my soul Kelly Clarkson.

[@maryopel8305]

She sings from experience and hurt. So talented. My heart breaks for her sad memories. I hit the lottery with my Dad! He thought I hung the moon. He’s been gone 4 years now and I miss him so much every day.

[@keythdanielsen8316]

You were very blessed. I lost my brother 6 years ago and I still miss him.

[@karenjohnston9138]

I thought my dad hung the moon. Thanx forsharing🥰

[@wilmacorney5334]

​@@keythdanielsen8316in😅

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

I realize how Blessed I am I had two wonderful, educated, Loving parents. Many of my friends are more beautiful, athletic, artistic, or whatever-- but I've found their childhoods were wide awake nightmares! So, it's ok not to be the most beautiful , or the BEST writer in the publishing I do. Daddy loved my poems, and before he went to Heaven? One of my poems was published in The Journal Of American Medicine! --I just wanted dad to Enjoy it, and he was Thrilled, as a physician...I never got huge awards for my poems, and essays, but got published in quality places, and Dad go his own private copy of the JAMA issue-Thanks to the editors! Great parents and a loving childhood are worth more than gold....oxxx

[@shelleyking8450]

Still can't understand the power it takes for Kelly to sing this.

[@annward4149]

Kelly you should never apologize for your performance singing that song. I cried I felt your pain. Like you and so many others . My dad left when I was 3 . But I remembered him and I carried a little girl's pain all my life. Then at 19 years old. I got a call from a stranger saying he wanted to see me. Long story short. I went to his dying bedside. He lived two more years. I reached out to him through calls and letters. Not one time did he pick up the phone and call me or ever write to me. So here I am 71 years old and still crying those little girls tears. As I stood by the fence as he walked away. Love the song.💔 ( Still broke )

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

@@someonelovesyouhere yes

[@carolinerebornknight]

❤❤

[@jeanniebaker9929]

At 61 I still feel the hurt and betrayal of both unloving parents and an abused lonely childhood. No matter how old you are, if you are blessed to have parents or even just one parent that you know loves you and has sacrificed for your happiness and wellbeing, let them know you love them and appreciate the life they have given you

[@thomasstengel7356]

Well said. I am one of those lucky ones. And, you're absolutely correct.

[@thread21043]

Yes I was blessed to have 2 loving parents until I was 64 when my mom died and my dad passed at 90 and I was 68 - I miss them !!

[@SusanDaniel-s4d]

I understand that was there

[@user-bo1rj2xu2s]

Thank you. I hope in the years since you've found a person or people who value and care for you. You are worth caring about.

[@lauren5668]

I am 66 and sounds like you had the same Wonderful parents as me. Blessings for you. It still hurts.

[@SammieDee87]

6 yrs later and this song and video still makes me cry. Love KC & KU.

[@dollydagger4306]

There will never be another Kelly Clarkson."❤💯

[@chelzanelin9201]

To me she is the greatest AMERICAN IDOL winner 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@jmk2530]

She is.

[@keythdanielsen8316]

I don't know. I think Carrie Underwood is right up there with her.

[@laurawilliams7407]

@@keythdanielsen8316 She’s really good. Check out R&R Hall of Fame 2014 when she sang Linda Ronstadt’s Different Drum. She nailed it.

[@keythdanielsen8316]

@@laurawilliams7407 I will. Thanks for the info.

[@MsWarriordiva]

@@keythdanielsen8316 both are definitely the best!!

[@hoeelmo8587]

most emotional and raw performance I've ever seen. It never fails to bring my to tears. 💔😩😪

[@rebeccaceniceros1290]

I love Keith Urban even more after seeing his reaction here . Love you ❤Kelly

[@christinagriz3736]

I was adopted when I was a baby and I was blessed with the best mom and daddy ever💕 he’s never left me and in 23 weeks I’ll make him a first time grandad 💜

[@TheDoconnor1266]

Rewatching this breaks my heart even more knowing she divorced her husband and her kids are dealing with the pain of a broken home. Especially her ex who treated her so badly during the divorce. She didn’t deserve that heart break from her ex. She’s an amazingly strong woman!

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@amymercer2597]

My daughter was 6 yrs old & my son was 10 yrs old when their father left us for another woman and her children. He had the nerve to tell my son that he was happy with his new family. After that, we've been the Three Musketeers forever ❤️💙💜 My daughter heard this song a few years later and it pretty much defines how she feels about her Dad leaving. I cried more for their pain than I did for myself. It hurt my heart to see them so heartbroken.

[@janparish8055]

Yes. I’ve been there too. It’s a truly heartbreaking experience no kid should ever have to deal with. Far too many parents choose themselves over their precious children’s hearts. It’s breaking our society.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@carljackson1433]

Their are two people who are hard to cry, Simon and Keith if you can make them cry ur doing a damn good job

[@lmfs4032]

Not true about Keith, he’s always been pretty emotional. You can tell that from his music and in interviews.

[@shay6380]

Keith is a very very emotional man and so is Simon. I have NO idea why Simon is viewed that way. he is a tell it how it is man, but will absolutely shed a tear with everyone else. and well Keith is very connected to music and will tear up when due. his emotion with Arlo Sims audition is so touching.

[@johnstiern5040]

i lived a childhood of poverty still hurts good thing for the pike

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

JLo was struggling to keep the tears from falling-- So hadn't even looked over at Keith.She was ready to "lose it," too.

[@isaytheenay5961]

Mad props to the guy on piano, who made this great. If he didn't keep pausing and doing little runs on the same chords, this would have seemed out of rhythm and awful, instead of the beautiful moment it was. Calling out the true musicians. The man on the piano felt and lived in the moment. Pause for a moment to understand that.

[@sandrarivers5153]

❤ AMEN !!! ❤

[@pamdennison357]

I believe this piano player is still with Kelly- he is in her band, you can see him on daytime talk show. He is in tune to Kelly!

[@kandykaye9981]

Understands the role of “Accompanying”.

[@patrickflanagan8008]

I'm 71 and this choked me up, such an emotional performance and chocker block with feeling.

[@hopefullyhonest3104]

I think We're all falling apart right now, not just Keith Urban.

[@scottwallace1]

💯

[@TonyMVF4]

The first American idol and arguably the best! What an amazing moving performance.

[@cheryljeter7952]

I cry every time I see this! Kelly is amazing and the pianist is so, so good!

[@lisap9331]

Wow everyone is crying 😢 very powerful emotional song superbly done Kelly.

[@lindagreen8532]

Amazing Mom, an amazing singer, hard worker and a beautiful woman, Kelly is a great storyteller.

[@susansheldon3177]

My first time hearing this or seeing this, wow, glad I clicked on it. 😭

[@GIguy]

Such a powerful song..most artists tear up singing this…I’m only an amateur, but sang it for my uncle Steve as he lay dying from lymphoma, never sick a day in his life, had a sore shoulder, went to the doctor, he was given 3 weeks, he lasted only 10 days, and was only a very youthful 63 (I was 49 at the time)…I was a puddle, but somehow got through it…did it again, by his request, at his funeral…oh my god, the entire congregation started sobbing uncontrollably only half way through the song, I couldn’t finish it, so we played a pre-recorded version I sang in the studio, 2 days before his funeral, because I knew I wouldn’t get through it (he was also my godfather, I loved him dearly, it broke me in half when he died so suddenly). I knew I’d have a hard time doing it again, especially at his funeral as I stood beside his body laying in an open coffin, I didn’t expect everyone there, including the priest, and all the staff, to sob a gut wrenching cry of pure sorrow and agony. I wanted to leave the song out, I knew it would evoke strong emotions, but never dreamed it would be that bad. But, it’s what he asked for, and I wasn’t going to let him down…but it was just too painful, I had to literally run away, and just bawl my eyes out in my car, I didn’t want everyone to see me fall apart, and disrupt his funeral…it was all about him, my emotions were besides the point. When I finally composed myself after about 10 minutes, I re-entered the chapel, only to find the entire congregation still sobbing, but we got through it, and honoured him the best we could, Rest In Peace uncle Steve, I miss you more then words could ever say xoxoxoxoxoxo 😰😰😰😰😰😰😰😰

[@scottwallace1]

For whatever it may mean to you, even through that incredible sadness…I can’t help but think what an incredible man he must have been to invoke so much emotion. I wish I’d known him for who he was, and frankly, to have been a part of such an amazing and emotional memorial. You honor him greatly with your story.

[@Emmap-to2hc]

so sorry for your loss

[@jjmarie3472]

Thank you for sharing your story. I read every word! Thank you for letting us know how amazing Steve was and that he is still I'm this world, even if it's in your heart and sharing memories of him ❤

[@leeosmond9217]

Beautiful 😍

[@sweetlucy5232]

What a beautiful, yet terrible experience. All of that grief was the love everyone had for your uncle.

[@Diana-wg1tm]

I love Keith Urban he is such an emotional beautiful hearted man that loves his wife and his family. What a great man he is ❤

[@pyntngenlang]

I really loved Kelly. She has a golden talent. No auto tune no make up. Just her God gifts voice❤

[@bradleytsosie673]

Just like that, I appreciate having one parent that cared more than most. Thank you, for always being there for us, Dad. We love you. ❤

[@Cua-tanet]

My brother fell in love and married a beautiful widow who had three little girls. Later, they had a son together. My brother raised those girls like they were his own. They called him "Dad" and loved him very much. Covid took him because he worked in a hospital. At that time, there was still no vaccine available. They still miss him so much, and this song touched my heart on so many levels because it reminded me of them. Yes, there are true heroes out there and they should be recognized more often.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@realestjeremyhamel]

One thing everyone should note here is her level of professionalism. Every time she missed a note she started right back where she left off instead of skipping lyrics and staying with the tune. The piano player also should get huge props for his performance here.. This reminds me of a story I heard about a wedding DJ who found out his mom died as the wedding ceremony was starting. He continued to do his job, even announcing the couples grand entrance, until a backup DJ arrived. Kelly showed her true colors here, that she's not only a good voice with an emotional sway, but she's a top-notch professional live performer.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@rick262]

This is a tremendous performance; a real gem. Thanks to Kelly Clarkson for giving it all she had and not holding back.

[@sonialeefigueroa8237]

The first time my daughter heard this song she was in tears. Her story!! He did not show up to her 15th birthday party to do the father daughter vals. She’s 25 now and she has overcome abandonment!! ❤

[@MrChubba10]

I've often thought the one parent who stays and raises their child gets to experience all the highs and lows and also the pain that child experiences being abandoned or ignored by the parent that's not there. That takes mountains of strength and is the true meaning of love for their child. I'm so glad your daughter grew up with a kind caring mother and come to terms with what happened in her life.

[@freddiematta1119]

Not completely.

[@terry.lcarmy]

This magnificent performance by Kelly and the sincere reactions by millions proves there is still love and compassion in this world!

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@Ieticia848]

There were other great winners and contestants on American Idol, but to me, Kelly is THE Idol. Her pianist Jason is also 💯. Everything was perfect in this performance. Vocal talent and emotion.

[@LucyJazzy85]

She just keeps getting better and better like an opera singer… I’ll always love you Kelly, the first winner of American Idol 💜

[@JustinSmithPYRO]

As a 47 year old father of 4 kid's and 4 grandkids, I could not imagine walking away from them. When I saw this, it brought me to tears. You can see the emotion, and know this is true in her life. This was such a beautiful performance from Kelly. I felt for her

[@donaldk.macbaird5248]

She wrote this song about her father and stepfather,and when she performed this show she was going through her Divorce while she was pregnant.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@terry21651]

I nearly hold my breath during most of this song. I remember when it aired and this clip. Just viewed it again and the emotion is still there.

[@lisatrainor1770]

Me too ...holding my breath💔😭

[@HeyKrisHey]

Heartfelt lyrics, melody, and gut wrenching performance by Kelly Clarkson. And, it is not only Kelly's and Keith Urban's tears, look at JLo's tears and reaction, and you could hear a pin drop in the audience, as in, mad respect and awe for such a talent, voice, and interpretation of this utterly mesmerizing song. It describes to a tee my own painful journey with my father. We live for these moments of inspiration. This is the power of music. ❤️

[@shreyachatterjee5008]

My dad committed suicide when I was just 7. Today at 31, it still haunts me. I never had a man who restored my faith. Thank you, Kelly. You never know how much this song and this performance meant to me.

[@Mcfads999]

Massive hugs and lots of love My brother did this too. So I feel it. I was very young too. ❤️❤️

[@williammorin2999]

I am so very sorry you had to have that kind of experience in your life, I hope you have been able to have a full and fulfilling life with lots of love.

[@purplepianoist88]

I'm so so sorry...that pain is unreal

[@lamdao1242]

I'm so sorry to read that your dad committed suicide when you were 7. I'm sure many people have told you: what he did; he did to himself. It has nothing to do with you. I hope when ever any doubts float in, you remember that YOU were innocent. and YOU are separate and different to your father. YOU can get help and make different choices.

[@Aisha.The.Traveler]

🙏🏾 praying for your continued healing

[@bonnie-vu8ly]

This song really hit home with me. I am 62 now and last saw my father when I was 6yrs old. I watched him leave out of a window, not knowing that I would never see him again.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

I am very sorry.He is the loser, not you!

[@ismeneedecaste3592]

I'm surprised she even got passed the first verse....how can anyone sing those lyrics and not break...Everyone in the world, who knows Kelly C. knows what her dad is to her...what must that feel like...

[@pinupdoll97]

I know I couldn’t sing those lyrics. I would be a complete wreck by the word “airport”. I have 3 children who experienced this with their bio dad and ended up raised by my wounded warrior husband and myself and never saw their dad again even though we tried, and even flew across from NC to CA to bring them to a visit. He never showed….. this performance happened right after that family trip where I watch my kids lose hope in their father

[@gingermartinezgriffin-reve4207]

I know what this feels like. My daddy left when I was 4 years old. We flew a kite together and then he left. I didn't see him again until I was almost in high school. By then, I had a "stepfather" who came into my life and showed me what it was like to be cared for. He was the only man aside from my PawPaw that was in my life and never left, until he had to in 2016. Mama went to be with him last year, almost 6 years to the exact date in the same month. I am blessed.

[@gotkeith]

He's such a kind, caring, empathetic human being. Couldn't love him more. It's impossible not to cry along.

[@Vegasshakenandstirred]

Sometimes it's so hard to watch an artist sing a song that is so personal. Keith has a sweet heart ❤️

[@oddgal5169]

Kelly is like having a conversation to her audience.... 😥😢

[@annieknight1255]

So brave of Kelly to be able to sing this song. It’s gets me every time I watch and Keith is crying. I love this version of this song. To all those broken families xxx

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@JCL-n7y]

One of the most heartfelt performances I have ever seen. I lost my mum when I was 3yo and my dad at 13yo but I never felt the loss of them walking away, it must be soul destroying. She is a strong lady and I love her voice.

[@laurastanfield964]

I catch myself holding my breath through this song, & have to deeply inhale bc it is just so heart-wrenching, powerful & beautiful. .

[@stonesthrow9490]

As a father of 3 adopted children this song hits me. Impossible to listen to without tearing up.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@meliprincexx_peach]

4 years and I still can’t watch it without crying

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@dawngrimes7361]

Oh wow I have alot of respect for her, she was able to make it through and oh Keith Urban couldn't hold back bless his heart ❤️

[@MN-br5nb]

It’s a song of hope. We don’t have to repeat the sins of our fathers. I cry everytime I see this vid. It’s raw.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

SOMEONE LOVES YOU HERE

[@chelseaguerin9030]

Kelly, your voice is perfection. These lyrics…and Keith’s reaction. So sweet ❤

[@oliverbereczki3003]

I’m glad to have had the fortune to watch Kelly go from “Since you’ve been gone” to this. Not a lot of vocal talent out there like her; this is masterclass...

[@Julieglam3]

Songs can evoke so many powerful emotions in people. Artists who are up on a stage performing can get lost in them just like Kelly did here. Lyrics can break you open in very unexpected ways...that's what music does. Music is not just a melody or a lyric, it's life.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@sharontaylor6441]

One of the most moving performances I have ever seen. Love you Kelly!!!

[@monikakish4055]

Kieth Urban is a real MAN! Thank you for showing your feelings! KELLY I Pray you find the love you so deserve!

[@brianbrino4310]

Kelly Clarkson to me is one of the very best Vocal Artist in the World! And she always surprises me with great quality music and songs!❤❤

[@oicsaywhat]

1rst and still the best Idol winner hands down

[@janea5340]

Fantasia is a BEAST

[@lanathomas9831]

Carrie Underwood hands down the best, but I love Kelly also.

[@tabathaletson5040]

I adore this woman! So humble & never afraid to show her feelings. What a gift she is to us.

[@LunerLanding]

No matter how many times I watch this I always cry.

[@deborahcoates8148]

Her songs tell such a story. Her voice is amazing. She is amazing, real..such emotion. Truly honest. ❤ her.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here

[@katizig]

This song touches the heart of every woman who's been abandoned by her father. Every word is magical, heartbreaking, and empowering. It's so sad that this song is so resonating with so many, myself included...shouldn't be that way.

[@someonelovesyouhere]

someone loves you here