Lea Salonga - Don't Cry for Me Argentina | 2002

Artist: Lea Salonga
Song: Don't Cry for Me Argentina
Album: Broadway Concert DVD
Year: 2002
From: Evita Broadway Musical
Other Info: Concert was held at The Philippine International Convention Center

[@civilization57]

What a great voice! No auto tune. No silly dancing. No dominating music. Just a great voice!

[@mardeliezcuajotor1448]

Yes! So true

[@carmenbolivar4]

Very nice voice 🌹love u Leah

[@MiracleWinchester]

I mean i haven't seen dancing in DCFMA, but i get you

[@Kevmacc1000]

Exactly so, Sir.... She's amazing. This is one of the very best versions... ever

[@jovifa13]

what i like about lea salonga is that when she sings the words are very clear. you can actually write the lyrics just by listening to it without confusion. not all singers can sing with this clarity.

[@leluthor5357]

Thats just the problem if you notice. Well for a fact that i am also a fan of her but she tends to be overbearing with her accents and/or diction most of the time thus makes you the audience focuses on that rather than her singing. Its like when performing shes more counting on her having that perpect pitch- pronounciation rather than her perfect pitch singing. To visualize it a simpler ways just look at how she does interviews and the like. It doesnt fall far from there - she talks as if the same way singing and you can hardly differentiate. I think lea is better for theatrical than in solo renditions. Anyway thats just my opinion and you cannot shoot me dead for that as you may your own.

[@juonisback]

Ariana Grande left the conversation :(

[@psalm8306]

エストラダルジー Looool😂😂

[@Ukelicks]

Reminds me of an old Filipino girlfriends older sister, she would put so much effort into pronouncement, I always thought that was odd but it’s fun to watch lea’s mouth making the sounds, her smile and lips are perfectly placed for best pronouncing

[@judyannyadao7896]

agree

[@cellosong]

This is the voice I've been looking for to sing this beautiful classic song. I used to play cello in Broadway shows in Seattle and some of the finest voices in the world came through in the shows. They were voices with high drama, beautiful tone and a wide variety of expression. Lea Salonga has all of that. She is a brilliant musician.

[@marymunro1142]

What theaters did you play?😊

[@cellosong]

@@marymunro1142 5th Avenue Theatre, Paramount Theater and Moore Egyptian Theater in Seattle.

[@marymunro1142]

@@cellosong What was your overall impression of Fifth Ave. productions? We had season tickets there for number of years. I found the quality of casts rather sporadic. Last show I saw there was Man of LaMancha. I had seen the 1960s production with Richard Kiley. It still brings a lump to my throat when I remember it. Just an incredible piece of art. As you can imagine, I was very hyped to see it on stage again. From reviews I could tell it was not to be the classic adaptation of 50 years ago, but had a more modern take. From all said about it, I thought it would be interesting and showcase the actors well. There wasn’t a dependence on scenery in the original. Pretty bare bones. The voices were fantastic, the direction incredible. I invited a friend to go with me and make it a girls’ night out. The leads were awful. Don Quixote couldn’t hit a note if his life depended on it and Dulcinea made fingernails on a blackboard preferable. This performance summed it up for me. For paying top theater dollar in Seattle because I like good seats and have hit or miss productions made my decision to avoid the Fifth. Locally it always gets good reviews. What was your experience like there? Am I judging it too harshly? I realize they do a lot of “Let’s see how it plays in Seattle” new shows. When I see something that took home Tony after Tony in the past, I do want to be wowed though. Should I give them another go at it? Being a life long Democrat, I am a follower of the idea that if I see a problem, I should throw money at it. The arts need funding. Should I take the bad with the good, pay my money and take my seat, knowin by doing so, I am a matron of the arts? I think I am answering my own question. Give me your thoughts Pamela.

[@cellosong]

@@marymunro1142 I don't know what to say. It sounds like your assessment is pretty informed. I played shows back in the late 1970s and early 1980s - a different era. We had big name talent in the leads and an intact culture of Broadway show talent (actors, dancers and singers) in all positions. The on-stage talent and pit orchestra talent was consistently exemplary then.

[@whatdoiknow8654]

Madonna > lea

[@robertdorr1769]

Oops.... I changed my mind, this is the best version on KZbin!

[@pieterweatherall2826]

I agree.

[@emeritatanglao6554]

@@pieterweatherall2826 plants Plants

[@user-uu9kr7ly4u]

Já vi várias. Mais essa ficou um espetáculo

[@josephcormier7457]

Karen Carpenter’s recording is one step above this magnificent version.

[@slvrangel22]

Be honest! How many of you hit replay at the end or have returned to watch this again. Captivating performance.

[@mariebueno3950]

🇵🇭👊Not to forget, Ms Lea Salonga is one of the best products of the best First Lady the Philipiinse ever had, Mdme. Imelda Marcos' Cultural and Arts program. So proud of you Ms Salonga! Patuloy akong sumusubaybay at humahanga.

[@yurinuqui5152]

I do. I Love listening to Ms. Lea

[@bb89670]

Copycat. She's boring.

[@user-uu9kr7ly4u]

Espetáculo Espetáculo sem igual

[@LuisRomero-fh9bu]

@@mariebueno3950Are you kidding me. Imelda marcos, the abusive, stealing and social climber wife of one of the despotic and corrupt dictators of the world. Product?! Who says so. The money that imelda spent was all from the purse of the Philippines. She is convicted and yet she is free! Or course, her son is the president.

[@snyderjed]

Having listened to Elaine Paige, Patti Lupone, and watching Madonna in Elvira, among others, sing this beautiful song, this is, by far, the most impressive performance of Don’t Cry for Me Argentina.

[@baltazarmelchor451]

Nicole S. performance is the best.

[@aliard1]

You might want to watch Karen Carpenter's rendition.

[@Blossom69_]

Watch sinead o'connors

[@johnwalker2860]

What about Julie Covington? To my mind she utterly owns the song. Lea comes a very good second though.

[@drmorcoch9338]

@@baltazarmelchor451 nicole s real dad is filipino

[@laurencelance586]

In two days it will be one year since the casket with the most beautiful woman I ever knew was lowered into the earth in a small cemetery in Montana. My Karen, this could have been written for you. And I have loved you all of my life, every since that first kiss on our second date. July 12, 1968. I miss you so.

[@RetiredLover]

Laurence, my heart goes out to you. My wife and I have now been married 60 years come November’20...seems like only a few years.

[@RK-fi7ek]

Oh! Mr. Lawrence I can't imagine your lose. I know you loved her dearly and it's hurt, hold on you will get power beyond normal to go through the darkest hours of your life. Almighty wil provide you with that. Life is a plattform to love and be loved. You were lucky to be loved by your dear spouce. You must think that you had the privilage to be with her here on earth and cherish that memory.

[@jennyxi7382]

Hi Laurence. My heart goes out to you. You can do it!

[@vickit4524]

♥

[@shykiebagabaldo7077]

❤

[@rebeccashapiro7924]

When lea sings a song - she inevitably blows any other performance away. She has range, control, and power all at once - and the most clean beautiful delivery

[@mariogamez1817]

Simply said, a super great singer.

[@TheGoofybunny]

And let's not forget, it's her brother Gerard conducting the orchestra. Such talented siblings!

[@AndreaBTurla]

Lea you have an Angelique voice. She sings so clearly.

[@3strll]

Gerard ruined the music arrangement. Almost no spirit. Thanks to his sister for giving spirit and nailing it.

[@kenjiehirata6053]

Gino Banasig idiot

[@andreilin9348]

@@3strll buang!

[@hosseinhesni8532]

It's wonderful...

[@JoyRobles]

The thing about Lea is that she is a very intelligent musician. She did not learn this craft by copying or mimicking, she learned it by studying it - the HARD way. She has been performing since she was a little kid and she has never stopped learning. That should always be case. Never stop being better than your former self, even if your former self is already very good.

[@JoyRobles]

***** Apples and oranges. BTW Musician - a person who plays a musical instrument, especially as a profession, or is musically talented. Also, according to Webster: a person who writes, sings, or plays music. Where did you find your very restrictive definition of the word "Musician"? Or were you just guessing or basing your entire comment on your prejudices?

[@kr-ir5ll]

+joey anthony your comment made me laughing out loud.. First define " musician" and come back here to retract your ignorant comment.. Let me define it for you to avoid any troubles on your part.. MUSICIAN is a person who makes music as a profession .. It did not say a person who is skilled in any musical instruments .. And I don't need to state the obvious that Lea is an accomplished musician a singer in every sense of the word..

[@kr-ir5ll]

+joey anthony I would so love to slap a dictionary in your head lmao ..

[@JoyRobles]

***** I'm dumb when you don't even know the correct definition of the word Musician? Please check the dictionary before your stupidity kills you.

[@kr-ir5ll]

+joey anthony stop embarrassing yourself Lmaoo.. You wouldn't even admit it even if the truth is staring in front of you.. That's how daft you are.. Musician is a person who performs music. And lea's instrument is her vocal.. Why don't you check her Wikipedia .. And furthermore a person who writes music is also a musician go google it you ignorant fool..

[@piranhalegify]

Lea's voice is magical.

[@alisnabillycarlanthonyd.8746]

You're much more magical😍😍

[@terryschleuse4134]

So beautiful,she's a gift from GOD

[@alvinrogan9900]

Dec.24,2020 whos with me? lea salonga is a real LEGEND

[@mzalendotz3397]

It's has captivated me more than I cudve imagined. Such a lovely voice.

[@Evelynh1821]

Bringing this into 2021 🎉

[@aquexiihamsortheng6476]

Its 2021 Dont cry for me😭😭😭

[@erualdrol]

Feb 2 2024😁

[@lextalliones12345]

The storyteller. The queen of broadway songs.

[@arimawanderer1310]

chaps bryan HELLO SIR! Chaps

[@anabiebutt586]

She sings effortless one of the best singers in the world that even david foster leah is included in his lists as one of the best

[@lurdescalisto8449]

Uma voz tão límpida tão bem modelada, uma maravilha

[@mailreyes8742]

Galing ni ms lea, proud filipino😍

[@mauricegaskin5694]

I have to admit that i thought Madonna version of this song was the best, but now i have to say that Lea Salonga cover of the song is by far the best, and most inspirational

[@paulwilliams779]

You obv have not heard Nicole Scherzinger....

[@yudai112]

Modona, Lea and Nicole I can't choose all amazing!!!

[@martdeleon5918]

@@paulwilliams779 It's fine Nicole is also Filipino like Lea ahahaha

[@matthiasbalke9089]

Check out Karen Carpenters version.

[@r.r.8689]

maurice gaskin You need to listen Julie Covington and Elaine Paige version

[@tigerlily3689]

Who's listening? December 24, 2020...

[@gmr7494]

I'm convinced lea could've played every major female role on Broadway

[@davidvasquez8982]

I agree. I'll go one step further... She is every major female role on Broadway.

[@OliviaMaree56]

For sure!! She is awesome, I hope to see her in person.

[@renzoescano3475]

Only a good musician can tell who among these performers sang it right, but for me this is the best. Perfect pronunciation, perfect delivery for this kind of song and perfect facial expression. From mexico with love.

[@MrUndergroundriver]

it is called diction

[@robertmabulac6469]

+jonas malabrigo nope! Diction is the choice of words. since shes singing its called enunciation.

[@MrUndergroundriver]

In whatever way we judge her she's perfeect for singing

[@nexxusllamera4847]

+renzo escano thanks for the compliment for my Idol.. I'm a proud Filipino here

[@nexxusllamera4847]

who are u to tell me that? it's freedom of expression. Hellooo?! what's wrong of being proud to your fellow Filipino.. duh

[@Dickneeds]

Saw her in "Miss Saigon". She was magnificent. Sings like an angel.

[@arlenegarcia7272]

She is talent, beauty and brains. Did you know she was the Valedictorian in her HS class? She went to a University in the Philippines after HS to be a Doctor but left when she got the role in Miss Saigon... I don't think she ever look back :) God has another plan for her :) "

[@wig.8gles]

@@arlenegarcia7272 Oh wow I never knew she was a Valedictorian.

[@arlenegarcia7272]

@@wig.8gles Yes. She is as smart as she is as talented. Life’s never fair isn’t it? Lol !!

[@wig.8gles]

@@arlenegarcia7272 Yes for me she's the luckiest woman in the world, for me.

[@GeorgeStreicherMusic]

This is the best performance of this song I've ever heard.

[@djc9755]

Nicole Scherzinger's is my fav thus far.

[@lucindabunda2106]

@@djc9755 I listened to Nicole ahhh for me I was still looking for better. Now I found it in Salonga. Bravo Lea!!!

[@MRPOPOY-xl1mj]

@@lucindabunda2106 true .

[@ramcanaveras1625]

Lea's voice alone has full of emotions which express all that should be felt with what the spirit of the song was all about...

[@yyg4632]

of course, she probably sings the best version of ALOT of musical songs. Talented to the core

[@stephenfricke9298]

SIMPLY INCREDIBLE. I am 66+ and i have heard beautiful voices but this is Superb. Incredible range, diction and phrasing. She is a gift to the world

[@perlitaramos9850]

And to the Philippines in particular! We re so proud of her!!!!

[@perlitaramos9850]

And love her so much! We ll never get tired listening to her and continue to support her!❤❤❤

[@Sterling061949]

the Phillipines must be very proud

[@rubyvielgo6170]

We are, thank you.

[@julietcunanan1655]

Yes we are

[@philam4998]

She's one of a kind talent

[@sabananadg503]

Very much so.

[@danielbeegan3107]

We are.

[@cherieoka613]

Jesus, that was perfect.

[@margaretechao]

I don't remember how many times I have heard this song sung by Lea Salonga, it's just perfect ! From Brazil !

[@mzalendotz3397]

It's 25th December 2020 who is still listening to this lovely voice of the classic Lea..

[@crazily2000]

She is the reason why I love Philippines.

[@itsmytwsl1499]

YI 👍

[@allanibasco20]

there are more to love in the philippines, lea is just one of them...

[@anilojalieshnasilarap4036]

You'll regret loving it now. Talents are now judged by their apperance. Talent is almost extinct. :(

[@yudai112]

Aniloj Aliesh Nasilarap what are you talking about there are so many talented Filipinos dominated local and international scene

[@giasuper9665]

@@anilojalieshnasilarap4036 ....are you jealous?

[@kobby500]

There are places in this world where you can go in this life that are untouchable , the perfection of Lea's voice can take you there !! Thank God for voices like this !

[@issacgeorge7229]

DONT CRY FOR ME PHILIPPINES ANG HIRAP MONG MAHALIN

[@mitsukesawada7668]

It's like a story telling when you're about to go to sleep... And she just showed you the whole universe.

[@morganjames5180]

Beautifully said......💚 You are exactly right. Brings tears to my eyes 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@trabador0376]

Every Filipino in all corners of the world is very proud of you. Thank you very much for always giving us a reason to be proud of despite the many poverty and hardship most Filipinos suffer from. Mabuhay ka Miss Lea Salonga!

[@mclaughlinja1995]

Clearest singing voice I have EVER heard. And her mannerisms and intonation are never overdone. Lets the music come through instead of embellishing it with vocal “virtuosity.”

[@malehuseng8196]

🇲🇽🇲🇾🇲🇿🇳🇦🇳🇪

[@richsalvador5441]

The clarity in her voice, facial expressions and gestures, control and restraint, pitch perfection, even the intentional loud breathing to emphasize emotions, this is just perfection. From start to finish, all notes were intionally placed as is and perfectly executed. Just WOW! I've watched this many many times already along with versions from other artists but no question, this is the best version of this song by far.

[@juliusleighlava3091]

Amazing

[@erlindacruz9778]

Ku

[@louisvaccaro5865]

Rich very nice comment, and a fantastic singer, absolutely terrific, but karen carpenter owens this song, hands down. no other female singer has the voice that karen had. she sang with so much feeling and emotion.not taking aything away from lea, believe me. when you heard karens voice, you knew immediatly who was singing, her voice was hautingly beautiful. all the best, Louie Vaccaro tenor, las vegas.

[@mattbrown3549]

@@louisvaccaro5865 - I agree that no other person alive or dead has Karen Carpenter's voice but there are plenty of great versions of this song. Some are quite simply amazing. Please listen to Julie Covington's original and also Andre Rieu's singer whose name i cannot remember at the moment. You will enjoy them if you keep an open mind. I am a huge fan of Karen Carpenter and has been since the 80's and so have great respect for her version.

[@louisvaccaro5865]

@@mattbrown3549 Thanks for your response,you are right , julie covington,has a very nice voice. regards, Louie Vaccaro, las vegas.

[@donfeeback2894]

I have heard this song done by several very good popular singers but without a doubt this is the best I have ever heard !

[@VincentJanNicer]

I prefer Nicole Scherzinger's

[@perryfarmer3280]

@@VincentJanNicer I would say a very close second, hers was very impressive as well.

[@mayetbasilan8389]

Lea salonga sang every song she sings so very clear articulate and beautifully . She is my most favorite singer , I love ❤️ Lea .

[@deanchampion6777]

I saw Lea Salonga in "Miss Saigon" on Broadway years ago... awesome. Never heard her sing this before, but I think that she may have surpassed the performancews of Patti Lupone and Elaine Page... amazing!!!!!!! I was a fan of Lea before, but now I'm in love !!!!!!!!!!! Professor Dean Champion

[@anakincunanan8469]

Ok

[@christophepena9450]

Dean Champion

[@lonice6631]

Dean Champion that’s an amazing compliment

[@ludevinabruan6875]

She is really a perfect singer. She does it with emotions

[@wig.8gles]

Yup me too

[@jeffsanders4720]

She just becomes the song, the lyrics, emotions, the message. She is amazing.

[@user-lo3tt1kq5w]

I've never seen anyone sing this song so well.

[@nickcenon7948]

The one and only Lea Salonga… a broadway diva… a story teller .. she’s just amazing !!!!!

[@hieric2341]

May 31, 2019 who's still listening???!!😍

[@robertwilson5431]

I for one.

[@zackfair8560]

Me coz of "a whole new world" and dont cry for me argentina is one of my fave songs

[@allainechan5372]

June 6, 2015!🤚🤚

[@annefitlife2701]

07June2019

[@hornisan]

She is sooo beautiful

[@m.taylor]

This women's singing is incredible! Very heartfelt and amazing notes.

[@morganjames5180]

After a lifetime of struggling to hear... Lea showed me the JOYS OF LISTENING. She is sensational ...so crisp, so profound, so breathtaking. She gives every single note such an amazing strength and standing. 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@tonybarrientos6610]

This is Lea Salonga..THE PHILIPPINE LEGEND.

[@vahllable]

AGREE

[@Katalex29]

She is a true talent, no sound checking, no lip syncing, no back up dancers and singers to enhance a performance, just true talent.

[@fifthsicangco518]

Who is listening November 19 2019?❤

[@brademerick9181]

me

[@LamNguyen-nb5br]

22/9/2019

[@Rae8Anne]

Listening 38 minutes into Nov 24, 2019

[@monikasiemion]

Me but I am think still the best in this song is Zdzisława Sośnicka from Poland Brilliant

[@cutechubbypanda8094]

Its my birthday

[@user-fy8mu5sf2z]

lets be real here, lea sang it perfectly!

[@williamdarling3993]

A superb presentation and no Slurring of lyrics! A joy to listen to again and again! Ms salon ga is blessed with a spectacular voice and ability to make her song wrap the listeners in joyous song!

[@doloreshall8968]

My name is Dolores Caneda Hall. I love to watch your concert my dear Lea Salonga!!!

[@cheriechetyrbok]

Many great renditions but this one seems so crisp and clear. Like an arrow to the heart. Kinda tickles my heart or like butterfly's. ? That weird? Make any sense? Ah well she is amazing. :)

[@leerose6377]

She’s amazing

[@judithslay]

The absolute BEST interpretation of this song I've ever heard ! Emotional and political.

[@lalique512]

The best rendition - no one can match Ms. Salonga’s performance...

[@ninikusumo]

I think, it's the best cover I've ever listened to so far. In the crescendo, we can see that she's more than just a singer, she's a true performer.

[@Razeel25]

Madonna was bloody good. This is MuCH better!!!!!!

[@neoplan6116]

I never liked Madonnas version, this is my number 2, my number one is Karen Carpenter but this is just a question of personal taste, Karens voice is just an important part of the "soundtrack of my life"

[@yngwieok]

Try to listen to Sinead O Connor's version.

[@rjalbarillo6530]

have you seen nicole sczherzinger version? I think you'll gonna love it as well.

[@lindisamabulu3429]

Madonna was good, Nicole Scherzinger was magnificent. Lea Salonga takes you to another level of extraordinary level of magnificence and splendor.

[@robinwier]

Many great voices have sang it, but she brings something else. I'm no expert, so I don't know what to call it, but she does more than sing it.

[@richardyerburgh6237]

Robin Wier

[@suddenly918]

she somehow makes you feel the song :)

[@nicholejones3876]

It's good but nowhere near Sarah Brightman singing it

[@BarbaraMerryGeng]

Robin Wier / She owns it. Its an expression of HER personal truth , that's what you are hearing ..🌹

[@edwardn3417]

It’s called emotion lol

[@Ecka24]

You’ll feel you’re the main character every time you’ll hear her sing. She puts you inside the melody.

[@lutherlewis6792]

What an absolutely beautiful voice! Clear as a bell-every word. Thank you!

[@thememoryman]

Beautiful. What a voice...say no more.

[@kitgadaingan]

i agree, she tells us a story with a great voice and clarity of words..

[@jamessales3502]

Kit gadaingan jr yes. The Disney crystal voice

[@antonethaquiatan6428]

Cebuscsdsls

[@rextravers8054]

All those prima donnas carrying on and this talent blows them all away!!!

[@jashley4160]

Lea Salonga gives us a masterclass in musical theater wherever she sings. ❤️ What a Queen,

[@real_jc]

She's a diamond!

[@edenjunio8058]

mabuhay pilipino

[@wnkjaxfl]

My fellow lovers of music, I read with amusement all of the posts promoting one singer over another. In my opinion they are all wonderful performers gifting us with this glorious song Each one brings her own particular, special talent for our enjoyment. As for Lea Salonga, she is a world treasure who transcends any background and ethnicity. A private treasure for all hearing her perform. May she sing for us forever.

[@elizabethavila-elayda4183]

Beautiful and magnificent projection of lyrical contents and voice quality - super divine

[@lutherlewis6792]

Beautiful and supremely talented! God given talent.

[@rickmiranda8183]

She is the only person beside Karen Carpenter that can sing with so much clarity to words!!! So soothing to listen to it!

[@histoman4]

The nice thing about Karen's rendition is the great scenery showing just how beautiful Argentina is. I had no idea ti was.

[@feninafebiyanti6710]

And Sinead O' Connor

[@omegalevel2788]

Also Barbra Streisand 😊

[@ArloweJanilleP07]

@@omegalevel2788 I was about to comment this

[@sadhanarao606]

Also listen to Nicole Sherzinger with her rendition, which is outstanding!! She is highly underrated and deserves more than now.

[@NorikaOnCamera]

One of the Best Broadway Star!! I love you Lea Salonga!

[@kevincronin3675]

Norika On Camera v

[@undefeated29]

The performance is like Eva Peron giving a heartfelt speech to her countrymen, but on a musical stage. This is a great version.

[@musicaltheatergeek79]

Then it's the wrong approach to the song. It's not supposed to be heartfelt. Eva is seducing the masses with this song. She doesn't mean a word of it.

[@musicaltheatergeek79]

But I agree that Lea's rendition is lovely albeit inappropriate for the role.

[@chrisstoren1954]

+musicaltheatergeek79. I completely disagree as to the genuineness of Eva Perón's speeches. She did so much more than seduce a nation.

[@musicaltheatergeek79]

I'm not talking about the real woman; I'm referring to the character in the musical, who is supposed to be seducing the masses with this number.

[@jonalynpimentel4437]

She just becomes the song, the lyrics, emotion, the message she is amazing, beautiful voice,emational, acting, pretty face

[@pinayteacher2004]

She is an emotional singer..perfect enunciation, diction and facial expressions....

[@luciobarbato510]

Interpretazione magistrale. Commovente. ❤💙 Napoli ama l'Argentina.

[@HHTV60]

beautiful voice + emotional acting + pretty face = knock out!

[@grahamwilliams3288]

"pretty Face"......understatement.....BEAUTIFUL.

[@federicoj.maranon3984]

Jh0ne Kyle Talili song

[@jerryciriaco2058]

Right, I was knock out. :)

[@Don-zo4vx]

Tina Arena's performance was a magical event with the chorus and her beautiful voice but Lea performed this as an actress. Beautiful voice and expressive performance. And a beautiful piece of music. I can't stop listening to either.

[@peisteid9380]

No other singer can express the complicated and so many layers of emotion like she did，with intense and touching your soul.

[@emmanueldumlao9095]

also watched carpenter, boyle, scherzinger, paige, rieu, arena, lupone, covington, o’ connor, newton-john, madonna. for me, lea's rendition tops them all, each pales in comparison with the force of her voice and the depth of emotion her performance exudes

[@sdi1111]

I love her expressive face...shows her passion and her feelings for the words she sings...

[@suzm8171]

Lea's singing ....I am one big goosebump! spectacular!!! She just SINGS....with passion, conviction, and understanding. Just immersed in the music, no "parlor tricks"......How refreshing!!!

[@shadesofgreen921]

I really love the drama in her voice alone. So fascinating and amazing.❤

[@kyouichitakahashi8558]

This rendition is hauntingly beautiful. It harmonizes with the universe. Every note, vibrato, dynamic, enunciation and drama are just perfect. This deserves to have at least 100M views!

[@BoratcoMla]

her voice is so perfect

[@bettyschmidt1002]

BoratcoMla ,'

[@yarceta1]

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[@rwongusa]

It's probably why Disney casted her for Jasmine and Mulan. =D

[@litosantos150]

And shes so beautiful too

[@sariomalabanan2301]

Best rendition of this song. Kudos for this Broadway singer.

[@pinkberry3518]

Her voice is not only clear but crispy fresh too

[@lindaesguerra7081]

I always love her singing style its so amazing and cool😊😍

[@jessmontes8129]

I never really was a "Leah Salonga" fan. But lately I have seen these performances and the reunion for "A whole new world". Jesus Christ she really can sing.

[@etrnlygr8tful]

+Jess Montes ...she's been singing since she was 6, no way her career will last this long if she can't sing...having said that, good that you finally discovered that she's the real deal.

[@janettaylor2444]

She always could ??

[@jessmontes8129]

etrnlygr8tful I know she can sing. I guess I just didn't have the interest on looking at it closely as I did just recently. :-)

[@sovivillarin6985]

Jess Montes yy

[@timgesilva]

There you go. Whatever you thought before about her, was not true at all

[@edendesilva6781]

I love that facial expression , of coarse her golden voice .

[@matksaurbier1050]

Wow I never knew what I was missing. Lea has such a beautiful voice.

[@lvckytv7532]

Lea's voice is crystal clear 2020 still watching

[@kaeselle8185]

Watching December 31,2020 1:12pm ~ HAPPY NEW YEAR!!🎉

[@ALLshALLfALL06]

When she sings, I can almost see flowers coming out her mouth.

[@paloyenamez230]

Lyrics left the group. and yeah, 2019 anyone?

[@tessgo2298]

2020!

[@emelindabation6792]

Aug. 2020!

[@datiwang9369]

September 2020

[@wig.8gles]

Oct 2020

[@arnelhipanao6203]

October 23, 2020 🤣😂

[@Noneat]

Classy and beautiful. World class. Filipinos must be so gifted and proud of her.

[@ramonanetto8718]

The best voice of all the top singers who sang this song ❤❤❤❤❤

[@tkconnell]

The best version ever, as if she is speaking to the people!

[@sabrinadb7]

Jai Ho Philippines. Filipinos are born musicians. It's in their blood.

[@theresag1969]

I think so too.

[@juststuff8906]

So what am I, not Filipino?

[@tildag.9809]

Africans too Indians too Everybody. But she stands out

[@Kino-Imsureq]

@@tildag.9809 He didn't say _only filipinos_ think twice before clicking that reply button.

[@tildag.9809]

Kino Bacaltos i commented according to what I saw and understood. I see only Filipinos there. Since you are the one to think twice, tell me what he said, and explain it so that my understand. I’m waiting...

[@ajlee7376]

Ms. Lea Salonga is magnificent, the proud of the Philippines and the World. the very BEST

[@lorenajohnson931]

Clarity, controlled, perfect emotions. This is just wow!!! What a performance!

[@catlentv]

Wow,, who's listening October 5, 2019❤️

[@janbartolome9094]

Meeeee

[@felicitasreyes6024]

Meee, Oct. 11, 2019.😊

[@yiranzhang9847]

Meeeee

[@ninsss658]

Me 🙋

[@dawnclarke7468]

November 6, 2019

[@alchemist4evr]

The. Best. Version. Ever.

[@franciscaferreira54]

Parabéns lea solonga a sua voz é linda e você canta com alma nunca pode esquecer essa música da eva peron que infelizmente partil tão jovem Deus abençoe a todos da argentina😇💖

[@JDere]

Love all her singing and all her songs. Perfect diction and a beautiful voice. A beautiful person herself. None better.

[@dexterdaughtry4728]

PHENOMENALLY SANG IT WELL. THE CLARITY OF EVERY LYRICS WERE CRYSTAL CLEAR. AMAZING LEA SALONGA. REAL CLEAR VOICE. I LOVE IT.

[@topbrooutdoorbreeze]

not even not close...Lea at its finest,genuine the one and only,bring them on stage and let them show what they got,marvelous,precious treasure talent for Filipino people...mabuhay!

[@lakuspakus8782]

"Oh shit" was my reaction when I saw her name in front of the title of this song. Said it out loud. Knew it was gonna be good.

[@zacmumblethunder7466]

Like all the best Evitas, Leah Salonga understands that this is not a love song but a political speech. It's Eva consolidating her hold over her people.

[@nstix2009xitsn]

Yes! Is it possible that Salonga had read Evita's real speech? Her performance is not of the show but of the speech.

[@zacmumblethunder7466]

@@nstix2009xitsn As far as I know there's no direct link between the song and any of Evita's actual speeches. They tended to be far more assertive in tone. Fiery condemnations of the oligarchy and impassioned expressions of support for the workers and their families. I think Salonga is aware of how the scene is supposed to be played on stage. More recent stagings have lessened it's grandeur. In the original staging the direction given to Elaine Paige by Hal Prince was to sing it as a political manifesto. That staging had a more aggressive, brutal feel than newer versions I've seen.

[@nstix2009xitsn]

@@zacmumblethunder7466 Thanks for the back story.

[@rexcluff3105]

Beautiful! Her emotion is genuine when she sings. Madonna, Olivia Newton John, Karen Carpenter, Nicole Scherzinger, Patty Paige each have their own take on this song and all are beautiful. I think Olivia is the most sympathetic due to her soft and sweet voice. Nichole and Lea have the most drama due to their power. I first heard this with Madonna and was surprised at the quality of her voice. Paige is classic. I don't know which is "better", they are all great in their own special way.

[@juansalvadorgrape6493]

Rex Cluff Lea's version is great but the original version (Patti LuPone) is still the best.

[@jasminecomoda2195]

Rex Cluff 9

[@barrymiller99]

The Paige you are referring to is Elaine Page, (not Patty, who was born in 1923) who was the first to sing and perform the role onstage (in London). She would have opened it in NY but was denied a work permit. Julie Covington did the original recorded version, which pre-dated the play. She declined the stage role, and thus it was given to Ms. Page, who was brilliant (and still is).

[@pete6942]

I think you got Patti LuPone mixed up with Elaine Paige.

[@barrymiller99]

No, Elaine Page first in London. Later, Patti LuPone in NY. And prior to both, a recorded version by Julie Covington, who turned down the stage version. I'm embarrassed that I know all this, haha.

[@jonnyd13768]

How the hell can anyone give this a thumbs down!!??.... WTF!!??

[@CJofTHEdesert]

lol

[@daddyscowgirl94]

@dznm10 slamming one artist to praise another isn't cool. they're both good in their own right. also, what does someone's sexual activity have to do with their ability to sing?

[@pppfan103]

+dznm10 Dude, that's not cool, calling people sluts.

[@colinthepatriot2973]

Your going from the point here all of the three singers are awesome but we all have are preferences gomez isn't worth mentioning in the same breath as those 3 tbh

[@doods1960]

They are Madonna's fans.

[@kevinwells4986]

I saw this somehow. I know the original, very very well. I closed my eyes immediately just to hear her, and not think about the original. I guess I now double down on my love for this song, she did it so beautifully as well. She is very impressive.

[@orbital16]

Both Lea and Nicole are definitely a monster for this piece. Great voices

[@louievuitton3152]

I agree💯