"Piano Busker" AJ Hickling in Queenstown

[@fraserjurock7724]

Rest in eternal peace you incredible human. Thank you for blessing us with your incredible music over the years, you were truly something special and I will be forever grateful for finding you 8 years ago. The good die young... I will always cherish and share your music.. RIP AJ Hickling

[@grant3691]

Beautifully said. Thank you 🙏

[@victordirenco5061]

wait what!?!?!?! omg! 😭😖😞

[@williamowen2362]

Reminds me of the pain I’ve felt watching my father walk away from me at 9years old, taking me for a hair cut then walking me home and leaving me on the curb outside my home and driving off. I’m 43 now and haven’t seen him since. This music is beautiful because it reminds me that I can keep going and I can still have a life. Beautiful to my ear. Thankyou 🎉

[@suse7535]

There’s something so extremely special about your music. There has to be when I read so so so many people state how it touches them deeply. I actually had it playing last night on my phone on my pillow to fall asleep to. It was wonderful. I also had you playing last night at a table outside as my friend and I went out for an ice cream here in California. The owner stopped at the table to apologize for not having her music playing as normal. I told her I’m very happy listening to my own music! 😂 You truly have a God given talent! Thank you for sharing your talent here. 🤍🌻

[@20506313]

For 9 years I have been coming back occasionally to listen to your beautiful music. We are currently playing this to my unbourn baby who is due any day, Just wanted to say Thank you.

[@EvolvingRhythms]

Aw beautiful. All the best!

[@Gingycat]

12:20 Marahau Theme. Its perfection

[@Bobzt2]

8:25 ... so hauntingly beautiful. My favorite one out of them all. & yes, it was VERY hard to chose. That one simply grabbed my soul. Much love!

[@mcjdubpower]

Me too. Wow.

[@mcjdubpower]

I'm back, and more mind blown than ever.

[@aestheticman2662]

100% agree...

[@suse7535]

There’s something so extremely special about your music. There has to be when I read so so so many people state how it touches them deeply. I actually had it playing last night on my phone on my pillow to fall asleep to. It was wonderful. I also had you playing last night at a table outside as my friend and I went out for an ice cream here in California. The owner stopped at the table to apologize for not having her music playing as normal. I told her I’m very happy listening to my own music! 😂 You truly have a God given talent! Thank you for sharing your talent here. 🤍🌻

[@bangytv]

Had the chance the see you playing 2 month ago at the same place.. bought your two albums and listening to it very often... Inspiring me a lot.. Thank you

[@tylerk.7947]

Rest in peace my brother. I’m devastated you won’t be making more music, but you have blessed us all so much already.

[@alexanderskullman]

🥲😭😭 The first time 6 years ago I happened to hear your music by chance, someone on youtube had put together a clip with several pianists when I heard your piano piece my world was isolated. I couldn't believe it was true, every time you played SOMETHING then I could close my eyes to see and hear a wonderful world free from war, envy, poverty you created for me a place I could escape to JOY AND LOVE and freedom (may heavens angels take care of you) RIP

[@deborahbryant7250]

What a blessing to hear him play God Bless Him

[@davelahoud1256]

Bought AJs cds and stayed to listen with him for more than 2 hours. His music is and always will be a part our winter trip to NZ. Thank you AJ

[@kerryfrazier1812]

Has anybody noticed that the common street musician has more soul and talent than the garbage they play on the "mainstream radio" today or is it just me? My sister took 4 years of piano lessons and this is just absolutely beautiful. I wish my sis would take up piano again.

[@ulsdigital]

C minor TUNE! one of the best piece of piano song I ever heard! thank you AJ! i already! bought this song T: 08:23.

[@wynnebritton1]

Same here… it’s amazing

[@EvolvingRhythms]

Thanks guys!

[@schuylerberry1597]

Soo amazingly talented.. The Lord has blessed you with a wonderful gift! May peace and happiness fill your life the way your music fills my heart!

[@himrocks100]

Absolutely mesmerizing and beautiful songs. I have listened to some of these songs multiple times.

[@dawneparker1862]

I’m in awe 🫢 how beautiful you are to share this with us all! 😊❤thank you

[@danielalvarez6193]

How does this still not have a million views

[@Seshins]

Kia Ora AJ. I've heard people say music takes them to a different place but i never really experienced that myself, until i heard your music. I can't even describe what that place is, all i know is time stops. A true master.

[@ggg-uj5cs]

his tunes will always remind me of a last night farewell to a very special trip that changed me ... RIP to a legend . iykyk

[@andrepoulsen4761]

8:17 Made me remember one of my old pals I used to do drugs with, he died of an OD, listen to this once in a while to remember him as the person he was, and how much he meant to me. When he died I quit drugs, and for that I say. Thank you for reminding me of an old friend that I lost, thank you for making me remember.

[@redlewy007]

Brought me to tears, very moving and beautiful.

[@gjdwp7901]

wasn't a fan of piano music till i heard this, listened to it 3 times in a row love it

[@lukey139]

I only first visited Queenstown last week, it brings me sadness to only learn of this amazing talent now. Wish I had the honour to listen in person along the foreshore where this beautiful music was played.

[@shawnaceves3386]

I am closing my eyes and listening to this melody and thinking of words to put with it!!! So beautiful!!

[@Isaïe06]

Only 63000 views for this genius guy? wTF Gratz Mr Hickling.. I listen to you constantly

[@tylerk.7947]

AJ, you are an absolute genius not only on the piano, but in the music you have composed. I'm just blown away by how beautiful your songs are. Honestly, I typically don't really care for piano music, as it usually seems boring and blah to me...but your music (not to sound cheesy) literally touches my soul. I'm bewildered that you don't have more views...though I also have a feeling that maybe you are not after fame and fortune...But you should know, you deserve it.

[@stephaniebingle5571]

Thank you so much. Your music has pulled on my heart strings. I'm feeling very emotional. ThanQ again. Such a talent❤

[@akosnagy9609]

Hey man! This is still one of the most beutiful music i've ever heard! From time to time i gravitate back to this video of yours! Thank you for sharing your soul! Wish you the best in life!

[@kelvindavis7060]

Had the great pleasure of meeting you whilst there on holidays , all ways happy to be in a pic with your admirers and very obliging get well my brother and yes we love your talent and your music cheers Kel and louse Australia

[@ВасянНирванов]

why i can't stop listening to this music? This is some kind of magic.

[@5ilentDisco]

Cant stop going back to your vids. listened to this Alot when my daughter was born. put her right to sleep.. had to play it now for my new born, works like a charm. Hope ur doing well 💙🙏

[@josephsylvester7946]

Almost as if Einaudi grew awesome dreadlocks! Saw AJ in Queenstown last week and he was absolutely mesmerizing. Best way to enjoy those amazing views.

[@HelloGuvner]

Good way to describe it! His music does remind me a lot of Ludovico! absolutely stunning

[@akrapovix6614]

You deserve so much more than you have. You are truly amazing. It really brightens my day to know that there are people like you in this world.

[@Ocelotty1]

+NightRider I saw (actually heard is more apt) in Queenstown on Saturday. Damn he is good. I bought the album then and there

[@LunnarisLP]

I'm pretty sure he has all he wants though, which is something most people these days wont ever reach, just because their mindset is that you always need more and deserve more. Just what you are thinking. But all you really need is food, a place to sleep and happyness. Maybe sometimes health care haha :D

[@IceDevias]

I feel he have more then a lot of others have....hes exactly where he wanna be and doing what he want and that is rarity in this world...

[@scottbryson6692]

It's been almost a year since I left my first comment. I would just like to thank you again for this musical content. This relaxes me more than you know..

[@Mrshphrd]

You are a beautiful testament to the intended spirit, and roots of street performance. Please do what you do until you can't anymore - not to would be a crime.

[@SpinDoctor37]

Such sweet sorrow, aching and soaring in turn. Thank you for sharing this

[@Marco-ww8kc]

This man played just for people happyness! Thank you for the best way to say love!

[@ramendrapathak633]

Had privilege to listen to you live, last year. Lots of love ❤️

[@niklasg1474]

Coming back to this masterpiece every now and then…keep playing and bringing joy out there, AJ :)

[@vdmdesigns1712]

i think i would sit down behind in the sun close my eyes and enjoy your music until u stop

[@cheezy1969]

A testimony to your extraordinary humble gifts. May you continue to spread your ripples of compassion throughout many lives. Blessings from the northern rivers 😊

[@eIandrien]

All your music sounds like something that came out of the most emotional anime movie. Man you deserve to be world wide famous for your compositions.They are each connected to the next song you play in some way, and end up taking you to another place...make you feel a huge range of emotions. You inspire people on another level. Simply put. Beautiful work. World needs artists like you.

[@Kavin-Mason]

I think he's on his way❤

[@RossDouglas]

This just burst me. I'm weeping like a kid who just had his balloon slip from his grasp and watched it float away. Some beautiful compositions there. Mahalo.

[@Karmakazi369]

You touch some real Heaven there my friend, keep on bringing it down to us.

[@Rieps]

Thanks AJ for your amazing music!

[@MirahBradford]

LOVE this. Been going through a lot and came across this tonight. Listening to it really brought me peace. Thank you!

[@TetraFenix]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@magicbullet7629]

Musical genius. I cry listening to you👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@morhanraaj632]

I came to queenstown last dec one of the best pianist i have ever met Aj Hickling

[@twistedclips]

8:25 is my favourite piece, tbh it was all amazing to hear. TY and hope your 2022 isn’t bad.

[@manongken4062]

I think I just found something amazing.. wow.. the tune is so good.. Eargasm Intensifies!

[@Kaizentvv]

I love your music.

[@psymon0077]

Thank you AJ. just thank you,there's no word for that.

[@marieh.sanchez7627]

I love how you play! Just beautiful...

[@mathiashitz4955]

This is amazing music ! Kind regards from Switzerland.

[@A3you]

I love it! sometimes seems L.Einaudi, C minor tune is very gorgeous.

[@jercyjillian4593]

I love it so much! Absolutely wonderful.

[@Elias-Flyingbros]

Thank you sharing your beautiful music, it brings back so many beautiful memories of my time in Queenstown and in my heart and mind she's at least still there with me

[@daisukelover3]

This guy is amazing! I had the oppurtunity to meet him in person and buying his album Memories. Loved it so much! It's really relaxing

[@MrTakhir]

I think this guy needs to come to america and apply for America's got talent or something, amazing I would never write any comments when watch something, I used to even work with street performers here in LA California but what AJ Hickling does is amazing, I cant even find appropriate words towards his great talent, the most beautiful pieces of art created by "Bethoven" of this century...

[@MrFippsi]

Beethoven !

[@sindaelf6674]

Beautiful

[@peacefulwarrior6285]

That first piece chewed me up and spatt me out dude!! Loved it man.

[@hauntedhouse2012]

Love this guy........ who is no loner homeless...... I hope!!!!! Or is this the guys that has millions????? Which ever..... he plays the piano beautifully.

[@majahieke3639]

I heard you playing while I was in Queenstown as a backpacker. Your music is so beautiful. Now it´s so nice to watch your videos. Greetings from Germany ;-)

[@wynnebritton1]

First saw You on a compilation video of piano buskers and had to find out what that song was called and who the person was, playing it… Finally found out, bought the song which was C Minor. Love what your doing.

[@lsutygur]

Just found you. Wow. Thank you. So beautiful!

[@NewJerseyJay]

As the notes portray, simply beautiful.

[@ВасянНирванов]

I'll buyed this album if I was living in Europe, I'm sorry, i will listen this beauty here. my soul is crying...

[@MannL]

Likes this in 2014 and still listening in 2021.

[@mauroranw]

This is perfection. It just simply takes you away to a very peaceful place. Are these your original compositions? You're very talented. Thank you for sharing your gift to us.

[@dianajulia8770]

Im in love with your play. So much feelings and passion. I haven't heard this good music in a while. Thank you so much for sharing this beauty with us!! Much blessings to you.

[@Smkie__]

wow AJ seriously !! Hans Zimmer & Clint Mansell better watch their backs :) , that could be on a top Hollywood blockbuster movie any day my friend truly amazing . You will be a star one day if you are not already .

[@zork7676]

Absolutely amazing you inspire me to learn to play piano

[@ВасянНирванов]

well, sleeping thru my dream i'm hearing this music, amazing...

[@marktomlinson6922]

how could anyone dislike this?

[@yolandiduddy2186]

Wow this is so beautiful it made me cry but in a good way, hope to meet you one day you are an amazing talented artist!!

[@ursulin]

bueno tal vez no entiendas mi idioma, espero que el translator de google lo escriba , ya que sólo en mi idioma se decir tantos elogios para tu música, eres increíble, una suavidad una armonía y porque no decirlo una dulzura natural en tus movimientos, no dejo de compartir tu música con mis amigos y a todos les encanta. Entraré a comprar tu música ya que para tu genio, no existe suficiente dinero. Brillante, simplemente eres único.

[@looseunitt]

Pefect example of why not to judge a book by it's cover, Never expected such beautiful music to come out of someone with dreadlocks and mismatched gloves, Hope next time i'm there I get to listen to you live,

[@altlife2908]

With love always i hear your heart when you play, i known you since long time bro... Kiva sends his love... he is now 12 and we have our own music studio... your an inspiration and ill never forget those days at Grange's in Welly, by the fire drumming with you when i was pregnant... and Mary the faery, how she helped me so much in those times of need... she was your heart, and she is always with you.... i hear your soul sing, and this music makes me cry with love overflowing... blessed be brother, all the way from Portugal... one love

[@adispitfire]

so beautiful I could listen to this when I need to relax :) keep up the good work

[@rene-vd8ho]

art resides in passion, heart and low budget :)

[@marcelbreiti8473]

We were previously doing a 3 weeks trip in our camper van through the south of New Zealand. I can say for both of us that one highlight of our trip was hearing you playing in Queenstown with the beautiful panorama. Thank you!

[@Seshins]

I just saw you on Stuff today AJ - My god man you make beautiful music.

[@lucadepieri5660]

Queste melodie sono un'incanto , un talento unico e tanta umiltà .

[@eFSpiderGuy]

Tellement beau merci ! Je suis sans mot ! So nice thank you ! I'm speachless !

[@jasonostrowski3039]

amazing ,truly beautiful ,made me cry

[@girlmusician24]

This is beautiful.

[@trishjohnston3037]

Beautiful.....fabulous talent......XxX

[@ReachesHigh]

I didn't think like piano music at all, until I watched this. Amazing job!

[@Chrischalkart]

Outstanding AJ.

[@bozenab1537]

Love your music! Thank you!

[@perlat3557]

Honored to have heard you in Queenstown today :)

[@ricianojhezkaler750]

Just like everyone says, you are amazing. Make more of that emotional music. Because it's so beautiful 😭❤️

[@nilyoung7051]

that was perfect what a melody like something going to happen .. amazing

[@RYENZRO]

I was able to get C-Minor Tune and the rest of your Moments compilation through the Bandcamp app after making a donation. I'm blown away by your musical ability--Wicked talent!!!! Please keep up the incredible work!!!!!

[@R1ch8484]

Beautiful.

[@janinejoyce925]

Wonderful....Have you come and busked at the Dunedin Farmers market?...It would be so awesome to see you there....maybe warmer than Queenstown)))))))))

[@visnjaprtenjaca2257]

Wonderful AJ! : )

[@hollowunlashed8363]

So beautiful

[@ekachamporado]

Your music is very comforting ;') LOVE