Paul Potts sings Nessun Dorma

[@Crave88evarC]

You can really tell by his eyes that he has much sadness in him. From bullying and such. And on top of that go out and sing like this. Being brave and stand infront of the world like this. I admire this man.

[@buggld]

Well, this guy got the success he deserved. I almost started tearing up a bit when I saw his face as he sang his fucking heart out.

[@schanninla1973]

He stood in front of a little crowd of a popular show in England called "Britain's got Talent' he dosent stood in front of the world.

[@DrClawizdead]

Crave88evarC If you look at the truly great singers, there is almost always something that drives them or some moment in their life that defines them. You have to have something to draw that emotion from.

[@Crave88evarC]

DrClawizdead true words mate.

[@ralentinovossi8081]

Crave88evarC Well said. I'm not a fan of opera myself but I've been on a youtube marathon because of him.

[@heartwings2517]

Doesn't this just make you wonder how many other people like Paul Potts there are out there working in stores and dreaming about doing what he did & also have the talent to do it? When you look at people like Paul, Susan Boyle, Jonathan Antoine & so on, it reminds you to keep dreaming & don't ever give up. VIVA LA VOCE!

[@JefferyClifford-js8dj]

Hello Heart. Hope you’re having a great day?

[@peterburleigh9766]

Yes it does

[@jennie2921]

Very well said, Thank You.

[@jennie2921]

This guy sounds ok, I like Jonathen better though. Might be just the sing seems not right to me.

[@KathleenPipien-nf2oj]

Oh my I have tears 😢.. hidden talent!

[@A.C31]

The most amazing thing to me is, even after he sings and hears the crowd's reaction, he still has that look of fear on his face that the judges might not have liked his performance.

[@kathconserv]

I love simon's smile.

[@typingreallyfast]

you can see it in his face. he's been through some shit

[@mariellenerder7863]

It's heartbreaking imho.

[@오명환-h5e]

Thanks you

[@airkuna]

@@오명환-h5e ??

[@TommyC503]

I have been watching this for 15 years and I cry like a baby every time I see it. God Bless Paul Potts!

[@brejaemcasa]

Same feeling.

[@43jaygee]

I have to watch this a few times a year because it is simply amazing. I hope Paul is doing extremely well now and is getting everything he is so deserving of.

[@flamingvideostv.1051]

+Johnny Collini Yeah

[@TheStuport]

+Johnny Collini I come back here often to see Paul Potts defy the odds and Soar.....that gives me hope! Cheers

[@johnnichols9967]

+Johnny Collini agreed!!

[@joe579003]

+Johnny Collini Paul is still singing over 100 concerts a year. He's living the dream.

[@josephmainez9319]

Just saw this post, I also return to this video a few times a year, there's just something special about it, makes me believe life really does have those special moments.

[@andersen6422]

I have seen this audition a number of times and each time I weep. The sadness in his eyes at the start and then his perfectly angelic voice are quite moving. May he be blessed with as much happiness as he has talent.

[@duythanhish]

It's been 8 years now I came back to this video. What a stunning performance and an incredible personality! I have, goosebumps all over. Does somebody know how he is doing now?

[@paulpotts]

+Thành Nguyễn Duy Hi, I've done more than 600 shows in 45 countries since 2008, and still loving doing what I do...

[@duythanhish]

paulpottstv that was fantastic. I hope you will achieve even more in your future career. You deserve it :)

[@woody46338]

+paulpottstv this is really paul potts is it

[@paulpotts]

Indeed it is. Am presently at Miami airport on my way back from a concert in El Salvador...

[@paulpotts]

Thành Nguyễn Duy Thank you

[@JS-ob4oh]

One of the lessons to be learned from Paul Potts is to prepare yourself so you are ready before opportunity knocks. Many people don't know this, but Paul spent a lot of time and money learning and training. He spent a large portion of his meager pay to take lessons including going to Italy to study. And even after all his preparations, he still doubted himself such that he tossed a coin to decide whether to enter BGT or not. Imagine if that coin had landed the other way and the world never hears of Paul Potts.

[@neils3147]

Do what you love, the rest is just noise.

[@AlexRG8]

Seen this hundreds of times, goosebumps and choke up every time...

[@Griffike]

+Alex S Exactly. I'm goosebumped all over.

[@alisonmann6337]

+Alex S same....one of the best auditions ever.........................

[@cheekibreeki7058]

Yeah me too man but idk why maybe because this song is very powerful and emotional!!

[@heritagelandscapingandpavi3114]

+Alex S me too

[@heritagelandscapingandpavi3114]

+Alex S me too

[@jasmineschwartz174]

I love when people are like this, so humble and simply and dont know how good and talented they are, living a normal life, having a normal job and comes out like this, so rare and humble and brings millions of people to tears. What a gentleman, wishing him all the best in life. God bless him

[@susodemivida]

Jasmine Schwartz 👏👏👏👏👏

[@Lara-dz3lv]

Last year I was standing with Mr. Potts in an elevator of a hotel in Seoul. He was such a nice guy and started chatting. Good to see that someone who is so humble and has a 'regular' job made it big in the showbizz. Well deserved for this man.

[@mallobag]

16 years....still goosebumbs..... he has an incredible voice.....the scream....... brothers ... the SCREAM

[@JorgeDibildox]

Im a metalhead. But this kind of music always breaks me into tears. Just amazing, glorious...

[@TotalSinging]

Same here. "Heavy Metal is the classical music of the modern age" - Orson Welles

[@xeiroteros5972]

Great director, but I must disagree. Classical music covers a wide range of emotions that metal cannot even come close too. If the modern era tries to simplify things and destroy them, than he was correct, metal is the new classical.

[@JorgeDibildox]

Xeiroteros Limbo Do you listen to metal?

[@xeiroteros5972]

Yup.I listen to tool too.

[@JorgeDibildox]

Xeiroteros Limbo Nice. Well, for my it also covers a wide range of emotions. But thats just me.

[@janekerigan235]

There is no question that Pavarotti is a legend and he sang this perfectly...more perfectly than Paul Potts..But why is it that listening to Paul Potts makes me tear up.? That didn't happened when I listened to Pavarottis version. . Did you look at the audiences' faces as well as the judges? The female judge was also tearing up as well as pierce. And Simon had that look on him. ...This goes to show that sometimes its not about singing it better. Sometimes its the heart you put into it. You can feel this mans passion for opera as well as his longing to sing...all those years of stifling his dreams and if you put all that into a song it will have an effect on the listeners that even the greatest of the great cannot match.

[@janekerigan235]

RACCATTApalle91804 it is unfair to compare him to singers with classical training. I was talking about the heart in the performance and not the technical aspects of it. That heart is what made him win BGT. Also 'normal' audiences are not fond of opera so one has to sound well to impress. I heard many versions, this one isn't perfect but it has heart

[@janekerigan235]

RACCATTApalle91804 I'm sure they have. They certainly have the money to be able to afford to see one. His success is not about getting recognized to be the best because there are certainly many opera singers who put in years and years to even be recognized. Have you ever had a dream? Something you truly want for a very very long time and yet couldn't follow that path for one reason or another? When life calls to sacrifice that dream because of something that takes precedence? You heard it. He said he was there to sing opera. He knows sacrifice as the rest of us because his is the years of putting on hold for whatever reasons his dreams to be able to just sing opera. He never had any training but im sure from how much he seemed to love it he would certainly do if he can go back in time and if he had the means. People sometimes put their dreams on hold for whatever reason then sometimes they realize it was a mistake until the very end. People who became opera singers or performers are very blessed because they are were they want to be. They are following on their dreams. Why do you think he joined? I think he did it in the beginning for that one moment only. To be able to sing that one time in front of the world so that he has at least that moment to remember. He did not anticipate what the public reception would be. There is certainly no guaranteed of a win and you put yourself in the scrutiny of 4 judges and the people. They voted for him. He won because he sang it well-from the heart. I could feel that heart . it really isn't fair to compare him to others. I'm happy he is following his dreams. It may or may not last but the point is hr finally did follow it. Also, if I were to sing a pop song why would people compare me to the original or to others who sang that song? I ought to be judge by how well the people like my rendition.//

[@RACCATTApalle91804]

janekerigan235 Respect your thoughts, Good luck.

[@MultiChubby1]

I so agree. It is the same with all art. Crude paintings and primitive wood. The humanity is all out there and we clutch it to our bosom, but the perfect - too perfect is cold to the touch.

[@cherylking7491]

You and others tear up when listening to Paul Potts sing Nessun Dorma because music: whether opera, country and western, polka or jazz, is meant to move you. I am a degreed, professional classical musician who is quick to tell the "experts" that "good" music, "good" singing is really in the emotions of the hearer. In this, it is similar to art. What is beautiful or good is subjective to the emotions of the person having the experience. If Paul Pott's rendition moved people in any kind of way, then his performance was good: one that accomplished through music what music is meant to do..

[@bcde16]

Paul Potts is proof that you should never judge someone by their looks, but by the content of their character, and in this case their amazing talent.

[@louisedukes4049]

Here here

[@PhysalisFranchetti]

Leauvaa Tiliaia There is absolutely nothing wrong with the way Paul Potts looks - he is Welsh & there are lots of men in Wales who look like that (Cymru am byth!). The Welsh have a different genetic make-up to the English (I think that the Welsh are Romano Celts; Celtic, plus a component from the Roman occupation of Britain. In contrast, the English are Anglo-Saxon; with a German and Danish (and for the North of England with a Viking) heritage and who never settled much in Wales). I always thought that schools in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland should do more in history to teach everybody about all of us, not just about one of the countries that make up The United Kingdom!

[@PhysalisFranchetti]

Matthew Gallagher He's Celtic, and you must also have Celtic blood in you with a name like Gallagher. Do you consider yourself our society's perfect model? and while you answer, please define the word perfect for me......because 'perfect' is a subjective appraisal that depends on the viewer.......

[@matthewgallagher823]

PhysalisFranchetti Yeah i originate from Ireland. No i am not societys perfect model never said i was. Want an example of societys perfect model? Go to Victoria secret models. I am a realist and although i see the flaws in our society i do not delude my self to it

[@PhysalisFranchetti]

Matthew Gallagher Society has a very distorted view of what a perfect model is. The images that can be seen on the web, show women of around about size 0, which, in my view, is a disgraceful role-model to hold up as 'perfect'. If you read my original post carefully, you will see that I said "There is absolutely nothing wrong with the way Paul Potts looks". I stand by my response to what the original poster said.

[@graceyjewels7148]

Everytime I hear Paul sing this, I spontaneously tear up.

[@oofahman]

ME TOO!!!

[@highlightning6693]

13 years later and Paul still amazes me. He started off so seemingly uncertain and insecure, then "POW!" he bursts forth like a super hero busting out of his costume, amazes everyone in sight and ear shot, and then when done subsides back into his humble costume. He looked like he might be very nervous about their response, then elated at their astonishment. Still brings a smile to watch.

[@NorthernGirl85]

I can tell you why this performance has a lot more likes and views than Pavarotti's. Pavarotti is a trained professional. Everybody can google any video of him or any recording, and it will be splendid. As per usual. However, this guy shows that there're absolutely no borders or boundaries for a true talent. It shows people, the whole world that your dream can come true and if you're truly gifted and follow your own path, you will shine. And people will kneel before your talent and recognize you. This vid gets me every time.

[@topgun9667]

Well put!

[@ccaccord07]

topgun966 don't forget skill! :)

[@sh0werp0wer]

It's also more current and relevant as it's from 2007 (After KZbin became popular) and not from the last millenium. I'm actually surprised that the pavarotti video has almost 30 million views, there are lots of brilliant old songs with barely any views at all while Justin Bieber songs trumps with 1 billion views. Views are generated 10% through content and 90% through publicity, a clip from the 90's rarely gets any publicity 20 years later.

[@jacku.7747]

I looked up José Carreras; Luciano Pavarotti; and Plácido Domingo. Then listened to the same segment (1:08 to 1:58)(obviously they would be different times). None of them did to my eyes as this particular rendition of Potts'. None of them moved me as much. They are all technically correct. Technically that is. Can anybody explain this?

[@cpeigney94]

Jack U. You identify with his story, that could be why.

[@juster2410]

Es ist immer wieder wunderbar zu sehen, dass es auch "underdogs" gibt, die Leistungen vollbringen, die zu den Tops gehören!

[@edge7375]

His facial expression when listening to people gives you an idea what he had went through for many years. He is always prepared to accept humbly whatever he hears. You have been gifted wonderfully.

[@r.shankarashrishsujay2822]

Look at his eyes , it's filled with sad and sorrow , tired looking face with nervousness. That's the face of a man who is on the verge of giving up everything . Whenever we look at someone pictures and images representing emotions pops up , when I see this guy smiling , gratitude even thought surrounded by pain and suffering , I can't think of anything else.

[@Tripl3333]

very true.

[@planegaper]

it's actually a play on the opera's character, Since Timur is nothing much to behold, despite being a prince, he's actually kind of mocking Turnadot, having beaten her by solving the riddles with song.. his apprehensiveness leaving him with every verse, as he grows into the king he is destined to be by morning.. he kisses her in the morning, she resists at first but falls in love with him ..then she insures his vocal chords for 50 million RBN, and they land a fucking wicked record contract with Sony !!! it's right in the script !!!!

[@johnharing3971]

I really enjoyed seeing this. You could see some real sadness from his life that took a lot of courage to go out there. I am glad he has found success.

[@weepingboy3]

The lady judge’s expression always touches me. She has such passion in her heart. I love watching her as much as Paul Potts

[@CresencioMedina]

Its 2015, and I still watch this everyday to inspire me that I will never give up on my dream as a filmmaker. And it still tears me up.

[@ursmue1937]

Cresencio Medina The Telekom does not, with you.

[@CresencioMedina]

ursmue1937 And who is Telekom?

[@CresencioMedina]

dai lee Thank you so much Dai Lee!

[@JackMercer63]

Cresencio Medina one of the biggest Phone and Internet-Company in Germany

[@shimmeringfairydust3275]

Good luck to you! I look forward to seeing your films one day!

[@robertmay3015]

I have watched this many times over the years for inspiration.....Love to see doubters and haters spoiled!!

[@alanmckenzie3228]

You can never get bored from this .... amazing voice and what a great story.

[@richardarmstrong6513]

4 minutes that changed this man's life. A wonderful man with truly incredible talent.

[@Draxis32]

This video is such a mark in history. The condescending way and pitiful eyes of the audience towards his looks, just before his sings is what was hindering this man talent from growing. After years of lone preparation and gathering confidence he is able to explode in this audition like a supernova. He outshines everyone in that room, becoming bigger than everyone who had pity on him before. When he says "Ma Il mio misterio e' chiuso in me" it's like his voice is ripping that room apart and blowing away all those judging eyes. When I saw this 10 years ago I was a fat slob much like him, and because of his help I've managed to completely change my life, blowing away the people who had belittle me in the past. Thank you Paul.

[@frederic9150]

This.

[@Rodrigo_Bianchini]

Draxis32 Definitely the best audition I've seen

[@frederic9150]

Just couldnt have said it better myself... so important not to judge a person based on his/hers apperance.

[@patricksterling1592]

You people who are criticizing his singing need to step back and enjoy this moment for a "common guy" to present himself so well. It is the moment that is enthralling. His life would be changed forever--unless he did not sing well. But he presented AND he did so in a humble fashion. We all have those kind of dreams but rarely act on them. By the way he won the competition so millions support him whether he is a tenor...soprano, alto or whatever...(Just words)

[@yanzhiyu]

i still cant stop from crying every time i see this video although its been years ago.... Ordinary people do extraordinary things

[@ziggy3259]

👌

[@cryohellinc]

proof!

[@angelinamustamu]

when most of the people in this show have amazing pure talents...

[@Bully_dogg]

The only kind of contestants who should be part of talent contests like these. No nonsense just raw talent.

[@johnnysparkleface3096]

This wasn't just a really great performance, this was actually a notable moment in musical history. Piers, Amanda and Simon were blessed to be present.

[@emke9326]

He’s always been my favourite contestant. Not only he’s amazing but humble as well that makes him even more loveable. He deserves every second of his success🌹

[@neotheone47]

I get chills every time I watch this and a bit teary eyed.

[@stuartfilby2358]

I've lost count of how many times i have viewed this and i still get teary. Shout out to Simon Cowell. Classicly understated response

[@gottfriedv.bouillon8333]

After 14 Years, I can´t stop watching this Video of an incredible Talent! Greetings from Germany

[@lucasalvarani317]

He's great, or sure! but please give also our "big Luciano" Pavarotti a try... -) I think you could like him...

[@Imfromtheearth]

This goes directly into the heart! Just what seems to be an ordinary man with an ordinary job. And despite his lack of confidence, which probably has been following him the most of his life, he’s got the courage to show his talent to the entire world, which rockets him to stardom.

[@sadeva6532]

the transition is still amazing. You can see Paul's nerves, how the judges smile belittlingly as he says he sings opera, how Paul just throws his insecurities overboard and puts everything into his performance going all in for his dream, wanting to prove everyone wrong and taking them all by storm and proving everyone wrong who were expecting a miraculous fail. Still one of my absolute favourites ever.

[@hbnnonestinventus3579]

Exactly what I think! I just adore the way this man is! BRAVO!!

[@yishaipiano3928]

Exactly!!!

[@alexbroere2669]

I love how the camera just swirls around while he's finishing the song. The emotions going through this man's body must have been incredible. As he said years later when he returned to sing he said "I'm grateful because when I came on stage I was nobody and when I left I was somebody" wonderful humble person.

[@fredsmokedinbed707]

Paul Potts is one of the best tenor out there at this time, this video does not do him justice. The whole package, demeanour, humble persona, gentle yet strong voice. Unique.

[@positrondecresente]

Yep just at this time. Because the fact that Carreras and Domingo retired already

[@david.thomas.108]

This is such a timeless song, and he sung it with such passion and power. An incredibly moving performance.

[@jacka123100]

Paul Potts and Susan Boyle, 2 of the biggest surprises I've ever seen. A couple others that were very surprising, are Carly Rose Sonenclair and Josh Krajck.

[@nmichal85]

And Karise Eden !

[@holdyourplums4204]

Michal Novák Oh man...That Karise is amazing...Reincarnation of Janis Joplin..!!

[@kobusjansevanrensburg6825]

I still get the chills when listening to this. Every single time and I watched it more than 10 times now

[@richardvoller511]

Kobus Janse van Rensburg Yes, I do as well. It actually brings tears to my eyes listening to him perform. It is so powerful and unexpected. I have watched it numerous times and I never fail to get chills and moved by his performance.

[@MallikaMenon]

Richard Stamm Me too, I always cry and get goosebumps :) The whole thing moves me so much

[@jodeeb.6496]

This is a gentle man with a God-given voice. Love his audition.. BRAVO Mr. Paul Potts.💜💜💜💜

[@Zerkonium]

I’ve watched this hundreds of times but I go back sometimes and just watch it for some positive thoughts. Reminds me that humanity can be cool sometimes.

[@BruceWayne-oz7xc]

What you see here is a triumph of the human soul. Look at that calm, yet unconfident and unsure man. He has throughout his life been beaten down, subjugated, and constantly defeated by outside forces. He has internalized this and consequently confined himself in a prison of fear. Now he is free. He has liberated himself, torn off the shackles of doubt and fear and become one with his inner passions and desires. He is at one with the world he has created, a world dominated by his beautiful voice, and he is now free. The oppressive forces that once tortured and controlled him are now gone; he is free.

[@ppsj69]

holy fuk well written m9

[@BruceWayne-oz7xc]

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[@naveyeneews799]

Nice analysis m8

[@billtaylor4224]

So true. You can tell that Simon is like "lets just get this over with" and when Paul was done it was like he had no choice but to acknowledge Paul as a great singer even though he didn't want to.

[@redarrowhead2]

You don't know his life lmao.

[@lonnieappleby6242]

I think it's because I judged him by his looks and how he carried himself and it made me so ashamed...but from the first time I watched this video, I cry EVERY TIME! This guy does not just SING the song..he lives the song, he delivers the message, he IS this song!!! I am so ashamed of my judging him and so proud of Paul. Still watching this all these years later!

[@Arianeria]

You know thats the problem of most people even people who looks ugly to you can have talent and be good at something. Never judge book by its cover.

[@lonnieappleby6242]

Arianeria Yup...even at 47, I am still learning new things and relearning old lessons everyday. I guess that's a good thing...it means I haven't become stuck in my ways yet. :-)

[@Arianeria]

Lonnie Appleby Yes people are learning their whole life. And thats the beauty of the life and humans, nobody is same and knows everything.

[@TheGrandmaster1]

Still, in my opinion, the greatest, most legendary audition ever for a reality talent show. The gold standard upon which all others are measured.

[@richardoneill4314]

Lonnie Appleby you are spot on Lonnie as they say never judge a book by its cover open it first before you make your mind up

[@macabro716]

He had that inside him for his whole life. What a wonderful thing to show it to the world.

[@linzzz519]

Had to come and revisit this performance. I still get goosebumps and cry. So beautiful!

[@miketype1each]

Linda Zalamea Me too.

[@荒野の魔女]

久しぶりに見るとやっぱり泣けちゃう。心に響く歌い方だし魂で歌ってる感じが凄く好き

[@michaeldavis308]

Every time I watch this video I still get chills and get choked up. He has an amazing voice.

[@mancalledharry]

Saw a picture of Paul when he was about 7yrs old, did he look so sad, its haunting. I know of Pauls horrendous bullying at school, it was everyday of his school life, it shows in the way he came on BGT. This man is just amazing. I remember a boy constantly bullied at school, he was afraid to mix socially even when he grew up, Teachers don.t give a dam or afraid of the bullies parents who themselves are often bullies.

[@JS-ob4oh]

The education bureaucracy don't give a damn so long as they get their paychecks and pensions. The name of the game is not nurturing the next generation, but to get them out the door and make room for the next batch; public schools are nothing more than diploma factories.

[@welshdragon2008]

When i hear this man singing here, and what he did to that crowd and those judges. Just amazing. And I still cant but shake when i see and hear him here! Still sends a shiver.... right down my spine!

[@duckaduck3608]

welshdragon2008 imagine him singing Land of my Fathers. That would be something.

[@StonesAndSand]

For all the Pauls, Jonathans, and Susans who face a tough crowd of critics, I applaud your fierce tenacity.

[@theresa6364]

Damn right!

[@jspee1965]

Nessun Dorma is an incredibly difficult piece to sing even for accomplished tenors. It's like learning to play the "Rack 5th" as a Grade 1 pianist. Stage presence for this piece is everything, he was a complete rookie but did amazingly well. Top props! Keep in mind that Pavarotti was well past his prime even into the mid to late 90's. And he studied for decades.

[@erofimhristov]

This was some years ago. But whenever I need to get a piece of happiness - here we are… it’s about talent. About second chances. About hope. About surprising the world. About finally giving what you have. This was all about Paul. But sometimes we forget to say thanks to Simon, who created a show that gives visibility to such amazing pieces and people. So, thanks Simon for creating a new world of missed talents, who would vanish silently otherwise🥹

[@MoreSherylCrow]

After 10 years this is still the best damn video on all of KZbin. Paul - what a gentleman, talented, humble, the best. His presence brought out the most respectful response from Simon I've seen in quite a while.

[@bobbyromero4778]

Chevell shepard

[@Sattel42]

Absolutely YES!!! 👍

[@christophervan6966]

Amira

[@joshuaminke6629]

been the first ever winner on BGT is definitely something to be proud of. it all started with him

[@groundslothjiujitsu627]

People are moved to tears because this is what makes the human experience worth living Something everyone tells you cant have and you find the strength inside to win. Listen to the emotion and power in this performance .of this classic aria, its moving.

[@fckem1000]

Guess who does it so much better than this?

[@ericksonkangandjela514]

I agree with you. It's a story for all of us

[@kyleiange]

OMG its contestants like PAUL POTTS AND SUSAN BOYLE who are the the absolute legends of this show....I am tearing up and reaching tissues right now...x

[@shydiatl]

Can't believe it has been 17 yrs. I saw him when he came to Atlanta. Brilliant.

[@OiganAEsta]

I’m still watching this video after so so many years… It’s just beautiful ♥️

[@TheStuport]

I saved this video in my KZbin Bin of Memories for well over 10 years now....and probably come and watch every few months.....my Dad was a USAF Colonel for 33 years and this really brings back memories of my childhood! Cheers Everyone

[@ThatWeirdDude40]

Many thanks and respect to your dad for his service.

[@josephsmith961]

This guy makes this song so much more emotional than any other version I've heard. Instant tears it's so beautiful.

[@Randothol]

Jesus. Amen. I was goose bumping all over that.

[@auntyflorrieunclesam]

It is my duty to say Mr. Paul Potts you are a very talented, humble and unassuming man.

[@DsDhani]

After 10 years, the magic is still there.

[@foppo100]

It brings tears to my eyes what a voice and such a humble man.He got there and he deserves all the success.

[@amphoteric]

even all these years later, this performance still brings tears to my eyes 😭

[@forbes4]

185 million views...and 1 million are mine! Mr. Potts...you are MY INSPIRATION!

[@goblinhairedguy]

Watch this and Susan Boyle in succession. No matter how awkward they both seem in the intros, as soon as the musical accompaniment begins, it's like some ethereal spirit has entered them, their faces become completely beatified as they elicit supreme confidence. Then when the music stops, they revert to their mere mortal bearing. Extraordinary.

[@greenleader4517]

I think cuz the awkward int he intro it makes it all that sweeter

[@adamdesanti6713]

To have an everyman sing a piece like Nessun Dorma with such virtuosity and sadness in his countenance makes it hit home even more than Pavarotti. It's like a guy who's been bullied all his life through no fault of his own letting loose with an emotional ballad from the depths of his soul. I get even more emotional watching Paul's rendition than Pavarotti's, and that's saying something.

[@psirus89]

Paul Potts is okay in the realm of opera and there is a reason why you don’t hear about him today. I mean he studied opera at a musical college and didn’t made it after that. I’m really really happy for him that he made something out of his great talent but There is nobody even close to Pavarotti

[@paulpotts]

I didn't study opera at any college@@psirus89. I took private lessons as and when I could afford them. I used quiz show winnings and savings to take short courses in Italy, without much belief that it would lead to anything at all. Following an operation to remove a large tumour, I continued, but an accident when someone carelessly knocked me off my bicycle a few days after returning to work meant that I couldn't continue with my singing for 4 years before the audition.

[@tidela4714]

@@paulpottsBAHAHA clap back of the century. You’re an inspiration, your singing brings me so much emotion. As a young music student battling mental illness, your story is amazing to me. ❤

[@hypefox6056]

every once in a while I like to come back to this video and it makes me smile

[@evelync.pantel690]

There are several '...Got Talent" singers I go back to frequently... Susan Boyle, obviously, and Paul Potts, both from Gr. Britain. One out of Sweden, Freddy Amigo, one from Bulgaria, Svetlio Hristov (I think that's the correct spelling), and from the US Andrew De Leon, Charlotte & Jonathan and Brian Justin Crum . With the exception of Hristov, all share an 'unfriended' history or other such equally 'soul-killing' issues, so their success means a little extra to me. (This is just a little aside: There is one singer who, well, I have zero idea how I came across his video KZbin performance as it wasn't on any of those shows, but just in case you might enjoy hearing him also, he's the Rag'n'Bone man singing "Human.")

[@jeanparke9373]

Been watching this for 10 years. Still cry like baby every time.

[@hbnnonestinventus3579]

Me too! Just love his voice!! :-)

[@moody_blue682]

I used to work in Bristol with someone who knew Paul Potts because they grew up in the same neighbourhood and attended the same school. He admitted that he used to bully Paul as a youth in the 80's and feels really bad about it as an adult. Paul has gone on to have a very successful singing career and made £millions since he won BGT so well done to him. I hate bullying, having suffered a bit of it myself for a couple of years as a kid, so Paul, if you ever read this comment, Pat said he was really sorry.

[@MegaReinart]

lol this guy pat cant even apologise himself has someone else do it for him

[@paulpotts]

@Moody_blue he's already forgiven

[@auntyflorrieunclesam]

Nice to see Paul on TV today, he is releasing new CD. Humble, humility and talented, can not think of another tenor with all three assets.

[@kableguy5525]

One of the best moments ever on BGT. The classic completely average and humble type of guy with cardboard mannerisms yet produced pure emotion with great tone. Sure, not technically brilliant or powerful like a Pavarotti but did the operatic genre proud and himself! Then went on to have a great career touring 45 countries with an estimated wealth now of at least 10 million. The little lump of coal did turn into a diamond!

[@FredrikMarthell]

It's 2024, 17 years after his breakthrough this still makes me smile and cry 😃😢❤️

[@amadeokomnenus1414]

Im here wih you friend

[@MS_Pete]

Same 🥲🥹

[@s.hameleers3508]

Goosebumps, tears, feelings.. this dude is amazing ❤

[@robertalbrethsen5392]

love it so muck

[@karla.schnikoff3148]

Every time when I hear him , and I have often heard him here, my tears gets in my eyes, everytime. He sings this song with all of his soul. I heard even Pavarotti, etc. , but I love Nessun Dorma only sung by Paul Potts^^ God bless him for all of his life^^

[@AlonsoRules]

"What are you here for today, Paul?" "To sing opera" 10 years later, still gives me chills

[@dannytheman1313]

He ended up doing a couple of Opera CD's right or am I wrong?

[@TheYasmineFlower]

***** Popera. Opera is when you sing in an actual opera performance. :)

[@phillies4100_mainsite]

TheYasmineFlower Jackie Evancho's favorite word LOL

[@phillies4100_mainsite]

TheYasmineFlower"Popera"

[@TheYasmineFlower]

phillies4100 Ah, thanks.

[@yourbookdesign]

***** he's very successful, and going strong. movie, book, albums, tours.

[@auroraborealis6009]

He and Susan Boyle are the most incredible examples of how an unassuming person can have magnificent talent and bigger dreams.

[@briankim9781]

I still don’t understand how people like this guy don’t get discovered sooner.

[@julieannejoolz]

Paul went through so much in his life to get to this stage performance and he totally knocked it out the park. Tears of joy 😊 ❤

[@JefferyClifford-js8dj]

Hello Ju. Hope you’re having a great day?

[@jeangough8053]

Another example of raw talent, wonderful! still impresses me and it’s August 2108

[@alexacavanagh3702]

Jean Gough your a time traveller

[@paulpotts]

This audition was recorded around 1700 (5pm, GMT) 17th March 2007 - exactly 10 years ago, and screened on June 9th, 2007. Thank you to everyone for their support and thank you to MyRedRoom for his support keeping things (fairly) sane on this page.

[@martine5658]

paulpottstv my dear grandad had this song at his funeral and when my dear nan passed away we were watching your movie and singing this wonderful song when we had the dreaded call amazing ! Memories ❤️

[@robjones4250]

paulpottstv Incredible. Amazing. Thank you Paul.

[@Saskatchetooner]

paulpottstv you're a wonderful man Paul Potts ! Love from Canada

[@aimegizi5749]

who in your opinión is the greatest tenor of all time

[@justathought973]

The Canadian 10 dollar bill is beautiful. I just gave my nephew a tenor yesterday.

[@PS_testing321...]

Every time I watch this I cry and get the shivers. This man, speaking about his lack of confidence and Morgan and Cowell are so snarky with their words and looks. Then he has Amanda Holden in tears over his performance and she calls him a lump of coal!! You showed them Paul. Continued success.

[@dbodooley]

This was the most epic performance in this entire show in my opinion. Stunning

[@iftikharfaridy2974]

Including Susan Boyle . . The best ever performances ever . .

[@dbodooley]

@@iftikharfaridy2974 yes. Boyles as well. This one is my favorite though personally

[@peternewberry7700]

Amazing voice and he deserves all the success he has earned

[@dbmnfinity1]

watched it again.. still crying... so genuine.

[@dbmnfinity1]

I just love the humanity .... it is soooo wonderful; I just can't say enough good things about this video.. I know it's old, but it still stands up .. .till this day.

[@sbusisomshengu9786]

It’s not just his voice which is obviously spectacular. It’s that look on his face it tells a million stories and the fact that he says confidence in himself is something he has always struggled with. I can totally relate people like him & I are always brushed away and not accepted by society.

[@alexandrazirkle4375]

This is my comfort youtube video, I just come back and watch it yearly

[@jameslanclos568]

TRIUMPHANT !!! And I am not an opera fan...but now I am a fan of Paul Potts. Magnificent !!!

[@GeneralG1810]

The you should hear Pavarotti sing it

[@rowley1950]

A wonderful performance from a very talented and modest man, made extra special because its wiped all the smug know-all looks of the panel's smarmy faces. Full marks Paul!

[@harivl]

I've come back to this video many times. How he sang is one thing. How he stood after the performance is something. So humble. I don't know if he made it big. I wish he did

[@jackverlinho8379]

Very big in the classical music scene many successful circuits.

[@jakejeong8447]

It's really beautiful to see when someone is doing what they love to do.

[@mr.marino9247]

You can see through his eyes he maybe suffered a lot in his life. And now he is embracing success. He won. He made it. Life is smiling at him and he loves what he does. Well deserved, Paul. Vinceró.

[@Charlie-qe6lv]

This changed his life, and actually--changed the show.

[@murph2511]

One of the most beautiful performances I’ve ever seen to this day. I come back to this song every time I want to be reminded of what hopes, dreams, and hard work can do. Never settle in your life no matter how bad things get, keep getting better.