Louder Than Words sung by Jonathan Larson

Jonathan Larson sings "Louder Than Words" from his musical tick, tick ... BOOM!
From the album Jonathan Sings Larson.
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[@emanuellancecruz3028]

Because of the tick tick boom film, I discovered who Jonathan Larson is, and even though he's not with us right now, he still keeps inspiring me as an artist, we love you Jonathan Larson

[@macrolmacrol3954]

@@tish6734 really man, do you have a life

[@March2408]

❤️

[@IBDGro]

@@macrolmacrol3954 huh?

[@macrolmacrol3954]

@@IBDGro there was a guy that said Jonathan deserved to die and I called him out but he deleted his comment

[@IBDGro]

@@macrolmacrol3954 oh bruh

[@TheWingman.]

I think perhaps the most haunting thing about Larson’s ‘Louder Than Words’ is that- it just ends. He makes such brilliant commentary on the world, commentary that can apply to practically any period of time, he says what he needs to say, and after a small yet beautiful rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ at the end of the song that may or may not have made me shed a tear or two… nothing. A few final notes and it fades to silence. In the film adaptation, there’s this big clash of notes and instruments, leaving a honourable and positive tone on not only the song, but the entire film; here? Nothing. I find that so wonderful. The fact it just ends leaves you wanting more, but everything is already said and done; Larson has said what he wanted to say. The impact that Larson had is immense, and it’s no wonder. I would give anything to tell him that he actually made it. That ‘Rent’ was a success that helped shape modern musicals. It’s beautiful. Truly beautiful.

[@jonathanstinson754]

I have listened to 30/90 and Louder Than Words on my Birthday every year for the last 16 years. I am so happy that people have gotten so involved in this new “Tick Tick Boom” revival.

[@irannicarasnnie2429]

wow! thats amazing! i am just so glad to hear that there were fans of this music before the modern movie was released. It deserves to have always been recognised

[@bjrales]

“Make a wish” Best ending i saw to a movie, so simple yet it hits way too hard

[@Fezzes_Are_Cool]

Questions I'm asking myself too. This is just incredible and I regret only discovering him now.

[@noobinvokerplayer3526]

Same bro

[@b.d6642]

Same, especially for the second part

[@snowmansparkles]

I agree wholeheartedly.

[@Sdority905]

Don't feel bad, we find things when we are ready to receive them. Now you can cherish your discovery.

[@bethaniie_]

Me too, what a brilliant, talented man

[@matthewcalladine5894]

These lyrics in 1990… amazing. What a tragic loss to our world Jonathan’s death was.

[@MikeSchmidt969]

This man single-handedly made me love the modern musical. He proved the music didn't have to fit a mold, and in fact, could venture out into all genres. I hope his spirit and love continues to inspire for years to come.

[@arubisht1340]

Here as the tick tick boom movie released.. what a wonderful song !!

[@ghostafk1139]

Mhm 😞

[@nathangray2736]

Is it bad to say the movie had It sung better

[@arubisht1340]

@@nathangray2736 nope it is fair.. andrew had vocal training for the role and also it was studio recorded with modern tech.

[@anmolgupta3216]

Really

[@TokyoBlue587]

My favorite song from Tick Tick Boom, what an amazing song & Andrew does it perfectly. But it’s great to hear this original version. Johnathan was so incredibly talented, what a loss to the world 😢

[@travisharnedmusic]

I just watched tick tick boom on Netflix, it was one of the most inspiring things I have ever seen in my life. As an artist myself, it ignited some sort of flame in me, you wrote a fucking masterpiece Jonathon Larson. Rest In Peace.

[@siphonophores]

the Happy birthday melody at the end always hits the feels. growing old, looking at old photos of you, your family, friends and then looking at yourself right now, wondering if you finally at least achieved something in life before going to your 30's.

[@davidwas77]

I love how even though the original isn't as faced paced as the original, this song still speaks to us as much as in the film, maybe even more.

[@irannicarasnnie2429]

first, yes. Now: seeing "Simon Cowell" out the corner of my eye was trippy af haha

[@bethaniie_]

Hearing both him and Andrew singing this will always bring me to tears. However, hearing these important words coming from the man who wrote them will always be so emotional and thrilling. This song seriously makes me think, and seriously makes me want the world to change. Jonathan was a brilliant genius

[@corra7]

Think Larson welcomed Sondheim with open arms.

[@IbokRock811]

🥺🥺

[@sovaxelemizzrym4377]

This gut punch

[@viniciusr.6818]

Just watched the movie adaptation at the same day of his death!!! :(

[@Meerkat5]

And Sondheim hugged him and told him how much people love him in the future. And how successful and memorable both Rent and Tick tick Boom are

[@bway_car08]

"Cages or wings? Which do you prefer? Ask the birds."

[@sla-un6ug]

This is the first time time I hear him sing. I find it interesting that even though Andrew looks a lot like Jonathan in the movie, they didn’t make him sing like him. Jonathan’s singing makes me think of rock singers, rather than theater performers. I can’t explain it well, but the way he shifts the melody and pronounces words… This may not sound as perfect or professional as the movie version, but it has a certain quality and charm to it. Anyway, great song!

[@keithsamuek8268]

I never thought of him as a rock But I love the energy he brings to every song he performs Especially in the tick tick boom live performance

[@jesskay2732]

This makes a lot of sense actually and great that you picked up on that, as his inspirations were essentially rock stars! Elton John, Billy Joel etc

[@CarrKool6292]

If you think about it Rent is a rock opera so maybe he liked how rock opera songs were and sung this way

[@HalE14]

I agree! A lot of his tone reminded me of Elton John!

[@BartzTheMime]

exactly it wasn't about perfect singing ability but the passion he brings. He sings with his entire being, he needed to let his voice reach the farthest parts of the world.

[@eekeey]

The man knew how to cut straight to your heart. I'm one of the many people just discovering him now, because of that movie.

[@leilachristie1861]

Feeding my obsession with the film tick tick boom

[@ElizaHamilton1780]

This brings back memories of 9/11…. So back around 9/11/01, I had ordered two things from Amazon: the Broadway cast album for “tick, tick…BOOM!” (pre-order) and an organic chemistry textbook that the prof had recommended. I remember how the “tick, tick…BOOM!” CD was late due to 9/11 and the planes getting grounded for a couple of days. When I got it in the mail, I remember being a little scared of it because the words “tick tick BOOM” reminded me of what had just happened in the US. It took me a couple of days to work up the courage to pop that CD into my Discman and listen to it. I guess it depends on what’s happening in the world when the cast album is played. All of it finds some way to be apt and be a commentary or counterpoint to what’s happening around us. It’s a little creepy, maybe, but it’s comforting to know that folks like Jon are on our side and will continue to fight for us, even after they’re gone.

[@johnnyatmosphere3460]

Wow reading that really gave me goosebumps, I wasn’t born when it happened, but from the stories my parents and older sister have told me throughout the years, I can automatically tell that it was one of the most horrific experiences that they have ever had (especially since they were all living in New York at the time). 9/11 had such an impact on so many Americans, I can deeply sense the pain and trauma from everyone I hear who actually experienced it.

[@jackspry9736]

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

[@hajimadahyun1102]

the happy birthday at the end really is such a perfect outro for the song and the musical, what a *chef's kiss*

[@jaymerete5346]

I'm glad I found out about Johnathan Larson he was such a great person, big thanks for lin Manuel miranda and andrew Garfield's and everyone who made the movie possible

[@kashmirkalirai9795]

Watched Tick tock Boom last night - very moved by this amazing talent and saddened to discover we lost him too soon. Wish I had discovered Jonathon sooner, what a star..........

[@123456789sarah12345]

This is an inspiration.

[@gerardyatcilla4839]

Yes it is!!!

[@wisespidey]

Yes it is!!!

[@CaseTheCritic]

Cages or wings… which do you prefer? What profound yet simple writing

[@irishandre90]

All his life is an inspiration !!

[@annikaParnda]

"Who lives, who dies, who tells my story" I think there would have been no one better fit to tell Jonathan's story than Lin.

[@magicmarvel]

To this day “Seasons of Love” is still my favourite musical song, thanks to this man. 💕

[@saindurhujon8186]

Thank you tick tick boom for introducing Jonathan to the kids

[@brandon6485]

It was so unfortunate what happened to Larson but his work will live on through his songs and innovational musicals. May you rest in peace, died too young

[@kiwi7365]

He inspires me so much as an artist, he gives me hope. Im glad tick tick boom introduce him to me, i wish he was still here with us

[@Thewalkgirl]

So few songs give you goosebumps every single time you listen to them. This is one of those songs. Such an important message it tells ❤

[@ThePancerdo]

I have been a fan of John's work since Rent (My favorite musical of all time). He has always been such an inspiration for me and I am so glad people are discovering who he was thanks to the Tick Tick Boom movie (2021)

[@sailingsam3815]

Tick tick boom is such a wonderful film.

[@josetamariz9388]

Eternal boy genius!!

[@kelsiermistborn]

JONATHAN LARSON!!

[@Raw66671]

Today i discovered it. Now it's being my best moment ever.

[@Obbe79]

Thank you, Jonathan Larson 🙏🙏

[@m-sa4335]

Your hard work inspired me, Jonathan Larson….RIP

[@toktikpogi]

I cried in the ending tho (tick tick boom)

[@ElliottF3llD0wn]

Never heard the original of my fave tick,tick,boom song but I'm pretty happy I found it!

[@user-he1pp9gh1l]

I love hearing Jonathan Larson sing his songs!! They are amazing ❤

[@lu2549]

he lives forever

[@rubithhaa]

thank you, jonathan larson.

[@Julia-vt4ws]

jonathan was and still is brilliant

[@gerardyatcilla4839]

Amen...4ever!!!

[@codester1217]

who is here after tick tick boom?

[@anukafonseka6435]

Mee

[@Anabellelynnmusic]

Me :)

[@IamKrystalHardwick]

Meee

[@b.d6642]

Me, can't believe i only found out about him now

[@locangnaig7676]

@@b.d6642 me too

[@robnature]

TTB brought me here... Thank you for this masterpiece sir!!! ❤

[@gerardyatcilla4839]

4ever!!!

[@gerardyatcilla9842]

Love...

[@anonim7937]

Love...

[@kenziekorp349]

happiest of birthdays jon, i so wish you were still with us you genius💕

[@arish_xo]

He would have been around 63 today.

[@Isabellajugo]

a gift

[@Mx1600i]

Thank you for sharing this. Well done! You inspired my simple tribute to this great song. Like!

[@milagroscalderon2415]

Nadie que conozco puede entender lo mucho que esa cancion me impactó, son preguntas que me hago a mi misma , lloré a cantaros WAOOO

[@Iwtvprintern]

gone too soon....what a genious

[@saiyanc137]

The birthday ending always gets me

[@9000fun]

Such a great song.

[@bway_car08]

Thank you, Jonathan Larson.

[@OfficialJoeyC]

such an inspiration, wow!

[@joiepizzza5862]

why do we stay with lovers who we know deep down just aren't right? why would we rather put ourselves through hell than sleep alone at night? thank you Jonathan for calling me out in my relationship in 2022. Fuck.

[@veronicavargasbalbin1178]

El es un genio. 🙌

[@odiraemmanuel730]

That “Happy Birthday” tune at the end 😔😔

[@alexkerry7631]

damn, gives me chills

[@eduardoparedes1095]

Gracias a tick tick boom conocí a este gran genio : D

[@DebGooden]

Awesome pure awesomeness ❤❤❤

[@GerarGear]

Beautiful😊

[@happysmile638]

Larson's version is also great

[@spatula4394]

I love how its not as intense as andrew garfield's version. Not that either version is worse, theyre both just legitimately vood alternate takes on the same song imo

[@nickpenaranda725]

It feels like grading it as larson's version, make it seem like it's a copy of the original. This is not just a version, this is the original version.

[@tenille8195]

First rate lyric and tune 😉

[@JamboreeBlackberry]

4:23 is much more sadder because he died before his birthday

[@user-nl8ms7pv3h]

oh my god.

[@jaejamieson2647]

I wonder if he ever found any of the answers

[@RanitBanerjeeYoutube]

Thanks to tick tick boom! movie.😍❤️🔥...I discovered this lezend😌❤️

[@jmiguearce]

Quién vino aquí después de ver la peli? preciosa joya musical!

[@aritrachakraborty251]

I came here after tick tick boom. And my eyes are still wet.

[@haninkadi4071]

❤❤

[@InuTaisho147]

there is no footage of him performing this song?

[@greepyxgirl4367]

When was this song made? I love the words

[@ThomasJohnCasta]

Why do we play with fire? Why do we run our finger through the flame? Why do we leave our hand on the stove- Although we know we're in for some pain? Oh, why do we refuse to hang a light When the streets are dangerous? Why does it take an accident Before the truth gets through to us? Cages or wings? Which do you prefer? Ask the birds. Fear or love, baby? Don't say the answer Actions speak louder than words. Michael: Why should we try to be our best When we can just get by and still gain? Why do we nod our heads Michael and Jonathan: Although we know Michael: The boss is wrong as rain? Jonathan: Why should we blaze a trail When the well worn path seems safe and Jonathan and Susan: So inviting? Susan: How-as we travel, can we Susan and Jonathan: See the dismay- And keep from fighting? Jonathan: Cages or wings? Which do you prefer? Ask the birds Michael and Susan: Cages or wings? Ah... All: Fear or love, baby? Don't say the answer Jonathan Actions speak louder than words Michael and Susan: Louder than, louder than Jonathan: What does it take To wake up a generation? All: How can you make someone Take off and fly? Jonathan If we don't wake up And shake up the nation We'll eat the dust of the world Wondering why Michael and Susan: Why

[@itsamemario6225]

Thank you for this

[@susanawoloson1105]

I just discovered Tick Tick boom. Where have I been? I love this song have been playing it over and over and over I do prefer Andrew Garfield version. And I'm glad the movie added scenes to describe what was going on as opposed to just literally a one-man show

[@deepponikar4626]

now i am thinking who did whose biopic?

[@xxwhispersxx2856]

You know what's even more tragic and ironic? Nick Cordero would have been incredible in the role of Jonathan. He even sounded like Larson and looked more like him than Andrew did. Hopefully he and Jonathan are singing in heaven together.

[@katiem4935]

Woah, they really shared a resemblance!

[@ardsie]

Oh my god, I am in tears just thinking about this. Tragic.

[@EricAriel5]

They started filming when Nick was still alive,but shut down filming for awhile due to Covid,Andrew was Lin’s choice due to his Tony winning performance in Angels In America.

[@SIksworld]

Is he Jonathan larson ??

[@herecomesthesun0723]

Yeah, Jonathan Larson was writing Rent the musical

[@happysmile638]

찾았다 한국인!

[@SIksworld]

@@happysmile638 ㅋㅋㅋ틱틱붐 노래만 듣는 중이에요 ㅠㅠㅠ

[@SIksworld]

@@herecomesthesun0723 Oh, thank you !! I know he wrote ‘The Rent’ but I’ve never heard his voice 😢 anyway I fell in love with his life through Tick tick boom..! The movie

[@lukehannigan70898]

Why did he have to die...?

[@alydawson25]

is it just me or did andrew kind of sing it better than jonathan?

[@heyo2320]

They're both good in their own ways. I personally like this one more. Idk why. 😭

[@mariajosefenton3728]

I don’t care what any of y’all say, you can’t tell me Lin wasn’t the perfect match for this role in Tik Tik boom. Maybe he isn’t the best singer, Jonathan wasn’t a singer either, they are composers and I honestly don’t think anyone could embody that role better than Lin. (This has nothing to do with Andrew Garfield’s performance I loved it but I hate it when people say Lin shouldn’t have played this role)

[@haileygocke3074]

i actually think lin did a wonderful job as director. i don’t know how i would feel about lin playing jon since they’re singing styles are quite different with lin’s just leaning towards rap and hip hop rather than rock (but again that’s my opinion from what i’ve seen). also, i think it was important to have someone who looks like jon and has a little bit more experience acting and not in the broadway sense. again, this is all just my opinion and i really don’t mean to argue or start something.

[@Lupin788]

@@haileygocke3074 Lin-Manuel Miranda played the role of Jon in the off-Broadway production of Tick, Tick, ...Boom! in 2014. So he already knew the songs from the point-of-view of someone who had played the role on stage.

[@colddaysnowdays]

Finally a hq jonathan larson song that's not a cover

[@ozgurbourbani9671]

i mean.. no offense but netflix verse s has more view on youtube than this... when he alive he didnt get what he deserves. I think it stil continoues

[@charlesrifs5145]

Andrew Garfield tiene un montón de autotune en la película y efectos en la voz , para sonar afinado ...aparte que está todo grabado no en vivo vono en este audio

[@ReyesVF_]

Felicidades, descubriste cómo se compone una canción en estudio

[@vikivanboi7600]

Sorry to say it. But i think Andrew sing better.

[@mgfarisha7719]

but you have to agree jonathan is a great song writer

[@Fro609]

oooph, he is really out of pitch :/ was a great song writer but not a great singer. Andrew garfield on the other hand is such an amazing singer, its like the song was made for andrew. Johnathans voice is just not good :(

[@mabelwhite8833]

I think you find if we can rid ourselves of attaching values “good” and “bad” to singing, that there is so much beauty everywhere that we miss otherwise. Jonathan Larson being the prime example of artistic, unique, unconventional rawness that exists in pure passion.

[@nexenzy5825]

kinda disrespectful :/ this is Jonathan Larson's show about his real life struggles of being an aspiring show writer, this is a passion piece. Dont disrespect the dead or their work. you just found this cause it was passionately reproduced for the masses on netflix and probably have no idea what you watched..

[@allie869]

No one asked for your negativity Andrew would hate this comment. This man is no longer with us. Very disrespectful.

[@Fro609]

@@allie869 snap back to reality. Larson was a brilliant writer but he just didn't have a good singing voice. Not a big deal at all. Anyone with a decent ear that listens to this will agree, he just isnt cut out to be a singer.

[@allie869]

@@Fro609 Everyone is entitled to an opinion. I can agree of course he does not have the technical skill that theater performers have but making negative comments about a dead man is just being negative for the sake of being negative. Even if he were still with us today, you offer no constructive criticism. Anyone with a heart would simply click off the video if they did not like his voice :)

[@Dany0926]

I hate to say this 😖 but that sounds so awful😖. Sounds like someone is singing this at a karaoke bar and couldn't hit the notes. I'm really glad for the Movie version, it's so much better. But i'm also glad that thanks to him, that song even exists, absolutely love that Song 😍 (the movie version).

[@santiagotoja7688]

It's a live session recorded in the 90's. Not a 2021 movie made by hundreds of takes and a big budget. This is a masterpiece.

[@tasteofjinx]

@@santiagotoja7688 ^^^ This. 100%

[@wittyblonde6728]

@@santiagotoja7688 So true! Many don’t know how much goes into movie music production or music production in general. I’m pretty sure Andrew had auto tune too. Auto tune isn’t bad and everyone uses it but that means notes that were a little off could be corrected.

[@wittyblonde6728]

And there were harmonies along with it in the movie version which made it a lot more like a spectacle.

[@souvikghosh6148]

The hollywood version stands on this... even that sounds.. it's this one's extension... it is the cell of that tissue... roots may not seem like flowers but it is the source, we should not forget...

[@fernandamariozulueta8130]

he cant sing