Lay Me Down (Sam Smith Cover) - Vanderbilt Melodores A Cappella - Meloroo 2015

This is a special one for all of us.
Over the summer, we had to say a temporary goodbye to one of our brothers.
The soloist on this song, the wonderfully talented and beautifully kind Phillip Kim, has been called to service in the South Korean military, where he will be serving for the next two years. While we're all sending positive thoughts to him and hoping for his safe return, we feel that the best way to honor Phillip is to make his incredible voice heard.
When Phillip returns in two years, the group will be very different. The guys will be very different. But the love of music and brotherhood will always remain the same.
MeloLove.
Soloist: Phillip Kim
Arrangement: James McHugh
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[@VanderbiltMelodores]

Lay Me Down is available now on Spotify on our album, Melodores Rewind: Live! Link: open.spotify.com/track/51WugR2rJAuzWtmHOtqEbR?si=38d33b39e7964fe7 Also, be sure to check out our newest studio album, Hindsight! Link: open.spotify.com/album/3i9ogaxp00RxiWMPmnt1EQ?si=cpOG6z2jRRuUfc_jRGjMDg&dl_branch=1

[@mathewbaldwin2664]

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[@salvadorronald4913]

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[@XinyiXinXin]

Philip Kim is finally back again at Vandy as a member of the Melodores this year! Welcome back Philip!

[@squidwardtenticles9450]

Tsukki that's great news!!!

[@SahitiSeemakurti]

That is so wonderful! I'd absolutely die to hear your voice again

[@rgapusan]

@@squidwardtenticles9450 2022, so did he finish through 2020 COIVD at Vandy and graduate? They are starting live again and just wondering if as a current parent of a student we can hear him live. Did he become a Kpop star? LOL!

[@catdisconnected]

i mean i was tearing up at first but then i wept after reading the description tho

[@Dtvangogh]

Its 2 years of mandatory training. He won't fight in a war.

[@catdisconnected]

+DT Van yeah but even so? leaving behind a great deal of his life here... two years is still a bit of time don't you think?

[@EvanDwinnell]

Everyone READ THE DESCRIPTION!!!

[@Imani_AM]

Thank you. I wouldn't have, otherwise

[@michaelnicholls6973]

this dude's voice is absolutely insane. it breaks my heart to read that such a talent has been drafted into the military.

[@BuddhaBless328]

2 years of military service is mandatory for all male South Korean citizens.

[@ihkclovers1]

He's back!!

[@MrJaybeezy123]

@@BuddhaBless328 it's also an honor and most take serious pride in doing so.

[@pc86914]

@@MrJaybeezy123 actually most hate it and can’t wait for it to be over.

[@MrJaybeezy123]

@@pc86914 what makes you think that? You a South Korean? Obviously you're not, that's a silly question. I'm being sarcastic obviously. If you were, you wouldn't have said that. Your one Korean friend isn't "most". The ones I notice that share the sentiment you commented are ones with wealthy mommies and daddies and feel its beneath them.

[@erroldtumaque3430]

that lighting was genius

[@joaovictormiranda7062]

Man... this is not from this world. You all have a great talent! Congratulations! And good luck in South Korea, Phillip! :D

[@luukwoudstra8903]

that c# at 4:40, what a vocal technique!

[@shansuen3098]

I had an absolutely shitty day and I realized that this video existed so I listened to it and then I realized that if I saw the apocalypse happening right in front of my eyes, and this song was playing...I would literally be so alright. Thank you.

[@madimads5828]

Shan Suen how ya feelin now

[@shansuen3098]

Maddii Bullen lmao this did not age well

[@loveyourself7655]

This was my moms favourite song but she would only listen to this video I was only 12 when my mom passed away I am gonna be 15 in 4 days and I miss her every second of the day...... fly high mom🕊🕊

[@blackbibletv]

absolute chills during the entire song. Amazing. Good luck back in Korea. Stay safe Phillip.

[@Imani_AM]

I hope Phillip Kim is safe wherever he is tonight.

[@DaPoofDaPoofDaPoofDa]

Im living for the gentlemen in the back, giving me holy choir vibes. No words really describe how they're making me feel

[@xXAntTheKnee516Xx]

Good luck in South Korea Phillip! Can't wait to hear your amazing voice again in two years!

[@milliondollardaughter]

Oh my cow!!! Phillips voice is AMAZING!!!! This was years ago but oh cow...

[@norarambling4085]

He’s got such a pretty voice

[@VanderbiltMelodores]

Nora Rambling ❤️❤️❤️

[@LloydWayneAmbroseJr]

I was waiting so long for this one!! What a powerful voice!

[@SuperNerdgirl101]

the emotion in this is palpable

[@catreadsabunch]

This is freaking amazing.

[@skusuma9]

absolutely amazing

[@rossy360]

hi guys I'm from the UK I found you after feeling in an acapella mood and decided to watch all series of the sing off in about 3 days you guys are just amazing and have the most potential since ptx won this cover and your cover of latch are two of the most amazing things I've ever heard and really connect with me you are an amazingly talented group i cannot share your videos enough and I hope everyone who sings with you moves on to something amazing

[@brandonjohnson8528]

Wow. Incredible

[@alyssa_bray]

Phillip Kim you will be missed and never forgotten WE LOVE YOU!! That was beautiful and inspiring! Thank you!

[@Imani_AM]

He passed away?

[@babarabaraha]

i cried at the last part. amazing!

[@pangzed8448]

I can't... This is soooo amazing, vocals is out of this world

[@Imani_AM]

Subscribed 100%! This group is amazing. I would love to hear them on the radio ♥

[@mamiebrooks5228]

Always love watching, very inspiring!

[@javahedz]

Just stunning.

[@jeninefaithcadlaon6107]

This just made my day 1000x better! Wonderful cover :)

[@chlomax1997]

That note though!! SO GOOD

[@paulstriby1359]

Gives me the shivers every time! Great performance!

[@emaciatedunicorn]

this was so incredible. Like I felt that tightness in my chest that only happens with dynamics this good.

[@baaaaab]

This hurts a little more this year. I will definitely miss Phillip.

[@laurenvenesile2833]

This was by far my favorite version of this song. You guys are absolutely amazing!

[@mahimakakani2491]

best wishes, phillip! this was beautifully done

[@purplecandyable]

That was amazing!

[@DeeJ2119]

OH.MY.GOD.!!!!! This was absolutely amazing!! 💙

[@shantal9435]

amazing voice control

[@StopMyFall36]

I saw this live and it was breathtaking!

[@ren-vx7kd]

I still in love with this cover D: still my fav

[@BlueEyedBeauty020]

This actually brought tears to my eyes!

[@ellyseng3445]

Wow i felt it. The emotions behind the song and every singer here.

[@Greystorm1619]

This is the best one! This guy was so good and the surrounding performances elevated it to the next level!

[@lyzab4051]

I'm so happy that's spotify finally has the new album!!

[@Gabriela_98]

That's a beautiful version of this song and the emotions that you all put in it are just incredible!! A safe return and all the best for you Phillip, Switzerland is thinking of you❤

[@tyler.]

This was amazing, gave me the chills just watching it? Keep doing what you do

[@taylorsiebert4319]

SSSSLLLLAAAAAYYYYYY!!!!!!! This is my favorite group. I told my director that you guys need to come to our acappella festival. PERFECTION.

[@justinriele6327]

+Taylor Siebert Where and when?! We'll be there :)

[@taylorsiebert4319]

Kettering Ohio. Fairmont high school November 13 & 14. There's a website for it. IM SO EXCITED

[@taylorsiebert4319]

+Justin Riele Kettering Fairmont choirs just posted a video on this year's festival and there's the website in the description box. I really hope you guys can come! I made their top acapella group this year so I get to be there and sing. HOPE TO SEE YOU GUYS THERE!!!

[@michelleauerbach9276]

Sending all my good vibes your way Phillip!

[@bairdey1140]

Superb solo, superb performance.

[@Brewst]

Completely beautiful.

[@coltonhartleib1773]

Wow what a voice. I could listen to you guys all day. All of you are such great talents.

[@christopherpierce8260]

Perfection as usual👌🏿

[@lizcy1484]

Hi Guys! I like all your covers, they are awesome! Amazing singers! Greetings from Perú!

[@jessiekano]

So many feels. I love you Phillip Kim.

[@MrDaBoom48739]

Damn his voice is powerful yet so pure and this makes me happy..

[@ptjdllove]

I love this song. 😮 Your voice’s awesome !! 🎤👏🏻

[@kraytra2730]

2:28 what a BEAUTIFUL run!

[@paigecole6824]

Incredible intonation and dynamics

[@mervintan1996]

GREAT VIBRATO FROM SOLOIST!! and really big up to arrangers 👐👐👐

[@stefanier3827]

Fn' killed it man!!!

[@brandonstreets9177]

phenomenal performance

[@jamessilla4606]

FINALLY! I've been watching the (sorta) bootleg versions on KZbin because you guys weren't special guests when I decided to watch the Sing-Off Tour. Love this song! And Phillip kills it.

[@jfm813]

Beautiful voice! Best of luck and a safe return to Mr Kim.

[@2000Smillie]

Incredible soloist! Good luck Philip, come back safely and keep singing!

[@novanostalgia]

Chilling

[@davinasengheu7886]

that was so heart-warming

[@ArslanVlahovljak90]

Instant tears....

[@alexisn2694]

Please make this available on iTunes, Kios/Google and Spotify!! You are awesome and we want to show support!!

[@araceligonzalezrolon6531]

Guys! You're SOOO PERFECT! Now I'm totally convinved to apply to VU! Hugs from South America! 💪🏼

[@surepho9796]

saw this live in 2015 and still watching it in 2022! #godores

[@painnly]

AMAZING 😍

[@Moskinlab]

this is heaven 😍

[@admireurgod]

Fantastic soloist.

[@Eltharion63]

Return safe Philip! Beautiful song for an amazing A Capella band. MeloStrenght!!! :D

[@itsgabbieagain]

I will also be training in the U. S army, much love brother. Love this A Capella group!!!!! 😭😭😭😭😭

[@theawesthauser1875]

AMAZING you guys should really do writings on the wall from James smith! Think that would be a real success!!

[@madhumenon]

Awesome.

[@thompaige2488]

Excellent.

[@znfd6947]

*casually shook because that was the most amazing thing I've heard... ever??*

[@GRANDCHASER999]

chills

[@tawatmanee700]

เทพมากๆครับ

[@BurntFriedChicken]

Great cover!!! We'll see you again Phillip :)

[@samothias]

I'm making a new A Capella group at Belmont, and I gotta know how you got the bass to sound like that/what you use- cause that makes an awesome difference in the sound

[@Sethdyermusic]

Best thing I’ve heard in my life on the lord

[@VanderbiltMelodores]

Seth Dyer we’ve got more Phillip videos coming soon! So great to have him back!

[@Sethdyermusic]

Vanderbilt Melodores yay!! Tell him I hope he had a good time in South Korea!

[@eliTUNE]

Those chords tho OOOOOGH

[@jacob7942choi]

still listen to this when studying

[@BigJambo]

Good luck Phillip in South Korea, I hope you stay safe and return home soon!

[@mendietajosemaria]

Cant wait for the come back video! Thats this August :D

[@VanderbiltMelodores]

Neither can we! You're correct!

[@lynette599]

Oh, wow!! 4:30 - end

[@hannahbrand3694]

thoughts and prayers for Phillip Kim

[@norarambling4085]

forever wishing this version was on Spotify

[@norarambling4085]

OMG PRAISE THE LORD?????!!

[@jackmunoz2165]

The bassitones and basses make me want to cry. How does that even work???

[@Rawrtato]

+Jack Munoz Live mixing/autotune and turning up their mics. It's pretty neat tech!

[@jackmunoz2165]

Rawrtato Oh thats sick! i thought it was just some touch ups on the mikes. Whatever it was it was sexy as hell man.

[@justinriele6327]

+Rawrtato yes to live mixing, but no autotune :)

[@on-kq4bk]

I listen to this when I work on my assessments

[@adriaunnaking3032]

You betta!!!

[@zayanzuhdi5217]

What a solois

[@maikweeler2876]

wow just wow. thanks for your beautiful voice.. stay safe in south korean. greetings from germany

[@martinacadeyoh8594]

Can you make an acapella on the song Roses by chainzmoker?

[@investinyou7023]

Great but I had to wait 30 seconds to start watching it. I think if the heart of the video started asap, your guys' advertisements would have substantial proof of those drawn in the performance to purchase your songs.

[@VanderbiltMelodores]

Thanks for the feedback! We'll work that into our next videos!! MeloLove!

[@blackbibletv]

+Vanderbilt Melodores Love your videos. Buying your album. Keep up the awesome work guys.

[@n.fer.2596]

+Vanderbilt Melodores yeah I agree! Id say put the ad at the end or make it shorter. If you put it at the end you can always have text ok the side of the video saying watching to the end to see this _____

[@hussain4371]

invest in you p

[@cLxRiPapaTritton]

come back safely phillip!

[@testifyallisrevealed6141]

kool