Leslie Odom Jr. - Little Drummer Boy (feat. Mzansi Youth Choir) [Official Video]

Listen to "Little Drummer Boy" feat. Mzansi Youth Choir off of The Christmas Album: leslieodomjr.f...
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US Crew
Producer - Joseph Abate
Director - Bill Fishman
Line Producer - Melissa Ladybug
DP - Dominick Czaczyk
Volition Studios: Editor - Devin Ray Smith, Colorist - Garrett Coyte
South Africa Crew
Second Vocalist: Karabo Moilwa
Vocals: Mzansi Youth Choir
Arrangement: Lira Molapo
Recorded at Assegai Audio
Recording Engineer: Robin Walsh
Choreography: Alfred Phakathi
Studio Facility: Multi-Media, Johannesburg
Director of Photography: Anrico du Plessis

[@ayoolukoga9829]

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[@Amariz27]

his voice is so calming

[@susieparker5681]

IKRRR

[@awesomedude5558]

I AGREEEEEEEE!!!!!! LESLIE ODOM JR. IS JUST AMAZING AND I LOVE HIM!!!!!!!!!!

[@azariazulu]

LESLIE...REPPIN WITH *MY* COUNTRY?!!! LESLIE AND MZANSI??!!! God, you've been listening to my prayers? Excuse me while I just go onto my balcony and cry tears of intense gratitude.

[@johannaflorez2899]

The choir (and the drum arrangement) made this song so perfect!! I never liked it before this version.

[@awesomedude5558]

@@johannaflorez2899 I cried, too. Black people need a voice. It made me so happy to hear this. Black people singing together. Black Lives Matter, ya know?Black people need more of a voice. And their voice... Their voice was so strong here. It was truly inspirational.

[@keke9795]

Leslie is amazing And when you pair him with an amazing choir I can’t handle this

[@genuinekay]

Look at under pressure with the choir of kids🥺🥺

[@keke9795]

@@genuinekay I will thianks u

[@terrydaleince4678]

no words. Been playing it nonstop

[@keke9795]

@@terrydaleince4678 ay

[@azimisohrab]

Very good

[@aquavaill]

its been over 30 minutes and its only at 600 views? Underrated 101. This song is amazing!!

[@lotteyansson3960]

I swear he is underated!!

[@shawna3708]

Thats because there's no one shaking a**......this man is legend

[@amyvs310]

He should have waaaaaay more subscribers too!!!

[@cdirthanz7066]

Quality over quantity

[@awesomedude5558]

I am genuinely wondering how he didn't hit it big with his musical career. Like, it's so stupid that he's not one of the, if not THE, most well known artist(s).

[@AnotherFontenot91]

When you hear music and see videos as this, it's hard to fathom that there are people who don't appreciate different cultures. Thank you Leslie for this beautiful rendition.

[@heathers.9740]

Great to see traditional African music! This pairing is excellent!

[@awesomedude5558]

SAME! African music is so beautiful!!!!!!!!! :DDDDDDD Though I know very little of it, but from what I have heard, African music is a blessing in and if itself. I love you, Africa. I really do. :)

[@myst1ks164]

AAAAHHHHHHHHH THIS IS MY FAVORITE CHRISTMAS SONGGGGG

[@debbiedoodiedandi]

Same!!!

[@brianda5033]

This was a wonderful way to start the day! This sounds amazing Leslie, truly in love with this.

[@awesomedude5558]

Started my entire year. 😅 Just saw it now!

[@DaCoconutCow]

@@awesomedude5558 Same here! It’s January 1st, 2024 and I’m listening to this :D

[@arayasunshine9172]

Black Excellence @ it's best. This is and has always been my favorite Christmas song.

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Even as an atheist, this gives me goosebumps. His voice is so beautiful and I love the youth choir!

[@xtreme3394]

No matter what you believe in anyone can enjoy the sweet sound of music!

[@Nellyhen12]

Ditto

[@mvn4514]

Black is so damn beautiful. More power to Leslie and the choir.

[@awesomedude5558]

YES!!!!! IT'S ABOUT TIME SOMEONE MADE A COMMENT ABOUT HOW LESLIE ODOM JR. IS EMBRACING THE BLACK COMMUNITY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gospelgriot8464]

🌟👏Kudos & props to African parents for fiercely protecting their children's innocence! Those babies eyes are filled with Light & promise! Hallelujah!!!👏🌟

[@SafiyaH6943]

This song had me dancing from the first note Also, let me just say: Props to the soloist, she was INCREDIBLE

[@1919Denise]

Ohhh ... I so love this. Their voices were phenomenal. Their smiles were enough to brighten any dark day. This was beautiful ❤

[@michaelalexispalmer3375]

KILLED IT KILLED IT KILLED IT! THANK FOR BRINGING THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT BACK TO US!

[@madz5308]

His voice is so clear! I l o v e it! And the choir!?!? Holy crap!!! Just fire! 🔥🔥

[@karenmarks642]

Incredibly beautiful, played it like 40 times today no joke while sewing masks for covid. Lord I needed this. Bless these children for their love of music and sharing it with us :)

[@beckyfrancis481]

I love everything about this song and video. The arrangement and colors. Just beautiful and rich to the eyes and senses.

[@tulsahudson]

Got Black Panther/Lion King on Broadway vibes from this. Friggin beautiful Leslie. Always blown away

[@walterquick6180]

I enjoyed this rendition from the first time I heard it, and I enjoy it even more with this video! Praise The Lord!

[@awesomedude5558]

It was just... It was amazing! I have, like, no words. The choir, Leslie Odom Jr. himself... It was all just mind-blowing. No if, ands, or buts.

[@freco1000]

Prachtig toch, krijg er kippenvel van, ook het Mzansi koor is ongelooflijk, voor mij één van de beste versies van dit nummer. Ik heb het de laatste dagen al veel keer beluisterd. TOP!!!!!!!!!!

[@Mr.Smith101]

WOW! What else can i say? Every thing about this rendition is phenomenal!

[@NitaKatushabe]

This just gives such pure joy. Homage to the King in another language is always a great thing to hear

[@t-alimichael3363]

To the 11 thumb down shame...AFRICA sings you listen...REWIND 10x already!

[@crystalgreen7025]

The Little Drummer Boy is one of my favorites for it encompasses just what the spirit and meaning of Christmas is. Mr. Odom you did a fantastic job and the choir!

[@susieparker5681]

Oh my goodness Leslie thank you for this blessing to my ears lol-but actually, thanks! I'm de-stressing and taking a break and relaxing w/ this song

[@ellaa3526]

To the one person who disliked this: Are you okay? But this was fantastic, I love this version and the video!

[@Jose-kq8vj]

0:19 a beautiful smile ❤

[@gramps327]

The one dislike is Alexander Hamilton

[@Caroline-go7lp]

and Jefferson

[@zora-n4rch1st34]

@ZG HUNTER he played Aaron Burr in Hamilton the Musical. Aaron Burr and Hamilton were known to have... Quite a lot of disagreements... Which basically led Aaron to kill him during a duel. Which is why this person made a Hamilton ref, saying the dislike was from Hamilton

[@KaixoDenek]

@@moved1441 but Jefferson also hated Hamilton

[@moved1441]

@@KaixoDenek true. They disliked each other. But historically, they did respect each other.

[@KaixoDenek]

@@moved1441 ooh ok

[@thecat_iswatching]

Mzansi represent! 🇿🇦👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@fleaflicker1451]

Armchair Expert Holiday Spectacular brought me here. And I am so very thankful!

[@brianongiyo9403]

The greatest singer/actor of our times. Great love from Kenya

[@Justagirl_starchedits]

I’m really mad bc ppl is under rating him even in Hamilton they never talk about how good is acting is or his bus or his dancing and they under rate his music I’m just mad at this point bc it’s ridiculous. I also like how they r smiling

[@a2mark57]

All my life I've hated this song. And now, thanks to Leslie and the choir, I love it. (Or, at least, their rendition.)

[@delmicortave]

I just found this song and his channel. I love him. how I just found this???

[@iamnissa]

All I could focus on was how great everyone's skin was!!! 👈👈

[@keneishajohnson489]

You killed it Leslie,... you know can't nobody rock like the Africans!!!

[@rebeccacortes7767]

I don't know why but the culture of africa is beautiful and this brought tears of joy to my eyes and this was beautiful

[@idafaith7300]

My Africa your voices❤️❤️ from 🇰🇪🇰🇪 we love you

[@LizzyAlexis]

When I first listened to this song, I was deeply moved. The Mzansi Youth choir made this song so special. I will be listening to this song even when Christmas is over!

[@casperkasparov302]

Rich people will never know the Joy of being Human.

[@themomma7302]

Beautiful...putting on the Playlist for next year. Bummed I didn't see this earlier 😕

[@dr.deannaellis-chopin7433]

OMG!!! That Brother's voice is a gift from our Afrikan ancestors, simply speaking, he has the voice of a gOD! And that choir...they are the Heavenly Host! 😍😍😍

[@barbaramccall6379]

Oh the perfect Little Drummer Boy!!!!! The world will find you....❤

[@stealmys0ul]

i love your voice. i love the background vocals. i love the energy. i love everything ❤️❤️

[@hislilsister]

...yeah that's it, the energy it's great

[@ngozinwachukwu158]

THAT VOICE! THE HAIR! THE LOOK! THE THEME! EVERYTHING AGHH❤️

[@FaerieFen]

The soloist in the choir is incredible. Love this so much

[@agusmoyano1509]

I love you Leslie 🥺💗

[@alexiabuckpidik7091]

Angelic voices! Merry Christmas Greetings from Papua New Guinea!

[@bri310]

This is one of my favs on the album

[@hq200]

Absolutely magical feeling when i listen to this❤

[@pamelazanewich8267]

That is a Power Song. Beautifully sang.

[@bri310]

Sing Sis!!! Sing Choir!! Sing Sir!!!

[@majlehn1392]

I never liked this song...then this version appeared on my suggested videos. I am a fan! Best x-mas song of 2020

[@deathstar71]

African voices and beats are the BEST 🥰🥰🥰

[@VSE4me1]

Anyone who can come up with a version of Little Drummer Boy that’s not just plain awful is amazing. I actually like this!

[@aedwards256]

Leslie! Thank you for this version of The Little Drummer Boy. I absolutely abhor the original because it drove fear into me as a child. I dig your version, Leslie; I truly dig it! The blending of languages is so beautiful to hear.

[@innocentbirungi4257]

I do sing but whenever I watch this video I feel real music in me.

[@Jose-kq8vj]

Je ne fais que contempler tous ces jolies sourires waouh ❤ ça chauffe le coeur.

[@kymlmohorn]

Absolutely Beautiful! NOW, another one of my favorites versions of this song. Praise To The Lamb of God!

[@froggomod8347]

ok, why this is so underrated?!! life is unfair. I hate life.

[@Jbyrdbj523]

If he gave vocal lessons, I would be there. Im obsessed with his effortless talent.

[@nathaliesavoy6962]

I feel like this is the way the song was meant to be sung. So beautiful!

[@Owojeloche]

Goosebumps

[@nighttimegirl8865]

Best little drummer boy ever!

[@karentatum4050]

My new favorite version of this song.

[@Mz.CeCeE.]

DOPE🔥#leslieodom🐐👑🖤🔥🙏🏽 #happybirthdayJesus #merryCHRISTmastoall #enjoy #bekind #beconsiderate #endracismnow #spreadlovenothate #onehumanrace *CHRISTiansLOVEeveryone #staysafe #maskup #keepthefaith #faithinJesus #relationshipnotreligion

[@omgicantfindahandle]

Yesss!! Leslie is finally singing one of my favorite songs!!

[@writeract2]

LOVE THIS!!!!! SO BEAUTIFUL! THANK YOU AND ALL PRAISE GLORY HONOUR AND PRAISE TO OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST AND TO GOD THE FATHER ALMIGHTY ALONE!!!

[@besweetjohn6281]

Can’t stop playing this song, it’s been on loop for three solid hours now. Sweet is the only word I can think of to describe it.

[@axim08]

So glad we get to share in this man’s wonderful gift. He truly helps to bring in the Christmas spirit.

[@johnangelino437]

I watched this some time ago, then I struggled to remember who exactly this was just recently, grateful to have a screenshot of this on my bakcked-up photos. This is so colorful and full of joy, very contagious! ❤️❤️ Our Lord is surely so happy too! ✨

[@alicer325]

For Jesus ❤ this is 😊Awesome

[@colleenmahony8803]

Fantastic! Love to all to of you. Blessed Solstice and Merry Christmas.!

[@CyclingUrchin]

Gorgeous ! The pride in culture in this is beautiful

[@Erlybird54]

Christmas makes me crazy and depressed. This is the antidote. Lovely. Just lovely. (I would love to know who gave this thumbs down. They need their heads read, no doubt.)

[@twilajohnson2313]

I get chills every time I hear this. So beautiful 😍

[@heylo757]

I did not expect visuals for this album. As if I couldn't love this song more. What a gift!

[@deniseharden958]

Thier faces are so expressive!

[@yvonnelashley1776]

❤❤❤❤❤ LOVE LOVE LOVE❤

[@xstanadu]

An amazing vocalist ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ LESLIE ODOM JR can sing anything !

[@LadyMul]

My people are beautiful ❤️

[@Ari-xh6nr]

can we just acknowledge all the colors?!

[@lindani6865]

God. This man’s voices is so charming and captivating. I love him so much

[@islandhorsetaker]

I don't even celebrate Christmas but I've been listening to this album non-stop. This is my favorite song from it. Absolute magic!

[@dr.avaeaglebrownauthortrai1993]

miss South Africa

[@CP-yd7lp]

I love it! I love the tribal style, the fact that children/youth are involved, the modified version, the outfits, and the overall feel!

[@szendreianna]

it was well worth to wait for it.... oh god the only acceptable christmas song

[@tchappell4237]

I don’t know why tears just streamed from my eyes watching this beautiful video. Such beauty all around.

[@elizabethgriffiss-white9195]

Well ... LOJnr keeps bringing the joy

[@songbird2g2]

Honestly who downvotes this?!!

[@ngozinwachukwu158]

Beautiful ❤️ mhmm

[@maymoses4391]

Love this!! This choir is great and Leslie Odom Jr. you just keep showing the world your many talents!!

[@bergerac52]

I had never heard of him until a couple of days ago when I read about the LLBean-sponsored Christmas concert. So I watched, and then read a bit about his background. His singing is amazing, and he's obviously incredibly talented in so many ways.

[@melaningoddess_4891]

Beautiful voices, beautiful Melanin lit literally ! I love My people ! Great job young Kings And Queens! Leslie you’re everything 👑🤎👑

[@babbleswhencaffinated751]

This is so beautiful!!!!!! And so is Leslie. Those eyes. Sigh......

[@levitas3720]

AMAZING PERFORMANCE! Thank You! Blessings on You ALL!

[@hazelem1266]

Hello Mzansi 🇿🇦😍

[@mercysenewa7030]

Lovely… my love from 🇰🇪