Ruben Studdard-Flying Without Wings

[@jenkinsmanly-spain1252]

2024 this song still slaps. Ruben still killin it. 💐's, my brother, 💐's.

[@malikclay3378]

2023 This song still brings tears to my eyes. My grandmother loved Ruben.

[@johnrobinson1762]

What a gift, let me archive this

[@amariebloom]

2024 me too!! Everytime

[@freedom4mealways]

Twenty years ago, American Idol alum Ruben Studdard came out with this melodious hit. He really did fly without wings back then!

[@sdurst86]

“You’re the place my life begins, and you’ll be where it ends” one of the best lyrics ever

[@KatorAbaagu]

It's the deepest lyrics I've ever heard.

[@rasdawg9]

Bring me back to 10 years old again please🙏 this was the best season and I love how Clay and Ruben are still friends.

[@bensonwu1238]

I think Shane Filan should sing with Ruben Studdard because Flying Without Wing is originally a Westlife song.

[@gyoung2357]

I just said the same thing…except I was 12 or 13. You had to be there

[@kadinereid1179]

That moment when you know a star is born.

[@mikeverderosa3601]

So nostalgic I miss these days

[@johnrobinson1762]

We are all one, remember that. Why do we fight with one another

[@maineh488]

My mother passed today.......thank you Ruben to make my heart cry the right way....... I LOVE YOU ALL❤️❤️❤️🙏

[@scootbundy7198]

🙏🏾

[@taylorbryant668]

This was the best season of American idol ever in my opinion…

[@teemiles2643]

I agree I haven’t watched since him and Fantasia

[@johnalclarke5054]

2020 and still a vibe

[@darlenehenleygray76]

Yes 🙏💯♥️

[@petagaygraham4422]

Facts

[@courteneybarendse4516]

2021 ❤

[@graysongillin7301]

2021 and still a vibe

[@TaRonThomasTv]

All facts no cap!!!

[@stinabaybee128]

Here I am 17 years later Crying like I did 17 years ago lmao

[@complexcracks3549]

stinabaybee128 here I am, 17 years old, not understanding how this beat Clay

[@rocketstar03]

Seriously bro 😂

[@FantasyLegacy]

Me too...this song leaves me weak... every time since this magical performance! #205 ⭐

[@BiggestBoss88]

Fuxk I can't believe I'm 30 after reading your comment

[@eextheprinceisdope7662]

Whoo what?, 17 Years ago?

[@Got2bp]

Song gets me till this day. One of my favorites

[@yokoyiofem3583]

Two things won him the crown... His smile and the song he chose .

[@djtblizzle]

okoi ofem ummm... and his voice!?!

[@lucaslayton3974]

Also clay is just too fruity.

[@phatfatgurl]

And his voice and personality

[@CK2012]

I was torn between the two Ruben and Clay they are both very talented and both came off very genuine and not a phony. In their own style if I could I would crown them both.

[@stellarprecious4925]

❤️❤️❤️

[@kekethomas1586]

Just humble. When you can sing and smile while singing the entire song. My God!My God! Love me some Ruben. Clay was great as well. That was a tough season. So glad they are still friends. I love them both. Beautiful and touching performance right here. Touched the old ticker. God bless you Ruben. ❤🙌🏾🥰🙏🏾

[@DomisWorld]

I remember watching this with my grandma and we both cried like babies! Ruben reallllllly did that!

[@GordonXavier]

I watched this with my grandma too. Such good memories 🙏🏽

[@samin0712]

Perfection!!!!!! I am still crying! April 2020!!❤️

[@salmineo4132]

This song just taps into emotions sooo easily

[@blackpepper644]

He sang.... that song! Ruben is the best!

[@2013venjix]

Hear the original: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHyzeKt9eKuaitU

[@MrRoneyOng]

he did a few curves with the song, and it turned out fantastic. I'm coming back here from 2021

[@natashabalgobin3133]

2024 and still loving this song❤

[@robinturner1291]

One of the BEST Male Singers this Show has Ever Showcased.

[@Copyrightbreaker22]

He's so damn likable...

[@Bigp352]

The best American Idol EVER!!!

[@ItsMarcemellow]

Not only does he have a beautiful voice, but his eyes and smile just melt my heart. 😍

[@alvinrayestorninos6118]

Its from Weslife thank you for thst version

[@OGJasian]

The fact that this has less than 1 million views is deplorable

[@djtblizzle]

STILL tears in 2019!!!

[@jeannilizapolicarpio9650]

His eyes connects with the audience, he touched our hearts during the finals,thats why he won

[@josephcumberbatch4248]

One of my favorite songs 😍 love you Ruben!!

[@yamindapage1963]

Had a Beautiful life at this very moment watching Reuben and did not even know. Cherish the past...live in the present! Never know what the future holds...yet this moment in time...I was very happy👊🏾

[@maineh3985]

Keep flying🙏🙏🙏

[@team.2875]

I miss the early 00’s 😭

[@moe_chi]

I remember watching this as a kid and me and my sis and mom shouted when he won

[@s.rosesmith6525]

Inspiration, pure inspiration, I listen to this version most , it is the best he ever sung this song.

[@elkanahseymour7430]

I started to shed tears as he started and its years later !!!!! tonight i am flying without wings thanks Ruben !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jamespond1977]

2003 American Idol Finale is it's Best Finale Ever.

[@JanieMJohnson-t3n]

When, I first heard the lyric's in this song it,had to be sung by a individual w/ a Godly heart, I cried,for it's a Uplifting song about a person's life,for you can do all things through God. I cry every time I here Ruben sing this song. Amen ,Praise God.

[@graceland5778]

Beautiful! Love the way Ruben sing this song. I also took a look at "Westlife" - a very handsome young group who did a splendid job!

[@mayamaya4094]

Westlife actually the original singers. The song was released from their album back in 1999. This song is beautiful indeed.

[@sherrillthornton6266]

west life

[@Adeoca2]

I was 14 years old when I watched the season 2 finale of American Idol. I never knew this was a cover version of a WESTLIFE song, until now. I always thought this was his original song.

[@Blissedx]

Mannnnnn this was epic!!! Life just doesn't feel like this anymore though 😢

[@dishistan]

sang ruben’s version of this song at an audition for a musical in high school 20 years ago, with every run. love his tone, his smooth vibrato, and that smile! the bridge is one of my favorite bridges

[@bellahhh2784]

My mom saw this the day my brother was born and named my brother ruben

[@LeVonngaKiara]

Amazing 🖤🖤🖤

[@freddiemontanez8461]

My Godfather name is Ruben.

[@lauradaleaccommodation9173]

Love the song even now it moves me

[@DanielleGracel]

Ruben was and still is very handsome.

[@shellyannspence8702]

This song........always a blessing

[@kngmidas8332]

I remember crowding around the tv in Germany watching this thinking he won already. God I miss those times

[@eextheprinceisdope7662]

I'm listening to this Version of Flying Without Wings for the first time in October 2020. I was just searching for Flying without Wings by Westlife & came across to this video. Ruben did well, I love it (R&B Version). From South Africa.

[@eextheprinceisdope7662]

You're the place my life begins And you'll be where it ends I'm Flying Without Wings And that the Joy you bring I'm Flying without wings I felt those lines.

[@southpaw9581]

💯

[@eextheprinceisdope7662]

@@southpaw9581 You love it?

[@southpaw9581]

EexThePrinceIsDope yes those lyrics are deep. I cry everytime I hear this song!

[@eextheprinceisdope7662]

@@southpaw9581 Lol yeah they are deep and he sang them very well. Why you crying everytime you hear this song? There's someone that broke your heart?

[@southpaw9581]

EexThePrinceIsDope well my love passed away so my life has been shattered every since. It’s been 1 year and 10 days to be exact!

[@n.i8539]

He really had and has a gifted voice! Then so did Clay Aiken during that season. I remember watching this!

[@lovicebrinkman1]

2022, and I still want to hear Ruben sing this song. 💗🎤

[@waynereid3718]

20 years later it's still a hit in our 👂 ears

[@shaneentaylor1184]

This Is Such A Beautiful, Song That Ruben Studdard Have Sung On The American Idol Show.

[@ME-yu8er]

Song of my dav boyband WESTLIFE ❤️❤️💋

[@helenjackson2206]

Flying Without Wings.

[@valeriehartman3705]

Big teddy bear Ruben. You were amazing on that stage. Shine bright beautiful soul.

[@crashHypnotize]

I dont event think in my life reflecting on my last 16 years I cant listen to and sing this song without tears.

[@stevenarmoo7011]

He really killed this song!

[@vanessasteels40]

Literally. He was out of tune and his voice quivered and flat in places. How on earth did he win a against Clay who was far the better singer.

[@ezpg3d860]

@@vanessasteels40 cause clay had only 1 good performance in the finale and its the finale and he is very grateful and happy and emotional so yeah it will be pitchy at times cause of his emotion

[@Biggdoom344]

@@vanessasteels40 maybe you should teach singing lessons then lol. If singing was a prerequisite a lot of platinum artists would be in trouble. It’s the total performance.

[@stevenarmoo7011]

@@Biggdoom344 Exactly!

[@team.2875]

@- Anthony if you hate this rendition then why listen or search it? He did better in my opinion.

[@michaelgallagher7338]

beautiful

[@cathy5070]

In 2020.... still a great perfrmance and song!

[@imanabdul-salaam1559]

I still remember this performance like it was yesterday. He’s still my favorite AI contestant/winner

[@Solostar9]

2022 and this is still hits home 😊😊⭐️😊😊

[@shaneentaylor4357]

My Favorite American Idol Singer Name Ruben Studdard.

[@eddiegallo9405]

Love his voice ❤️

[@maxinemoore8119]

Beautiful voice beautiful song but do need to loose some weigh.

[@rayrock90]

The memories of thus night will forever stay in my head, my mama cried watching

[@jamesbaltimore6188]

I love this song, it really touch my heart, thank doing was amazing to use in the finals, congratulations bro.

[@reeson6998]

That smile & those dimples😊

[@jstarzz3780]

Ruben FLEW alll up and around there even in 2021!!

[@jenm710]

So beautiful and inspiring! 🙏

[@blinkydoo7600]

Last day of 2022 and still a vibe Happy New years Ruben!! 2023 is here!!!!

[@cindyjones5113]

Goosebumps

[@LeVonngaKiara]

I told my ex fiance that I wanted this to be our wedding song 🖤🎧🖤🎧... That relationship ended in 2017 after almost 8 yrs 😢😔☹️☹️. But I still llooovveee this song. Makes me emotional Everytime. My God his voice is just amazing 💗💗💗

[@oney3281]

There are so many fish in the sea, look to your heart and find your happiness

[@KeepSmiling447]

So sorry dear

[@arymbuena4925]

Flying without wings in R & B style

[@meem433]

This song says sooo much!! Thank you!!!❤

[@111marcie]

LOVE Ruben!!!

[@cathydavis7622]

2024, and this song is still awesome.

[@janicecampbell8539]

This song has been one of my favourite all these years. Done by Reuben.

[@MsBoogiej]

Still love this song Sang Ruben 🥰

[@dprescott2012]

No cell phones just everyone living in and enjoying the moment

[@meemeepalmer4144]

My two favs ever!!!!

[@thelegacyofgaming2928]

What a GOD! There's a reason he won. Congrats man!

[@yahis8011]

That's the most beautiful song he sanged! ❤

[@taqiyyahughes9437]

❤so talented his voice is amazing

[@ReyDelapeña-i8c]

..nice song that's my favourite song❤❤❤

[@raymondmananghaya9687]

American Idol in its finest.. 👌 Ruben vs Clay... June 2021😍😍😍

[@burgess3025]

2021 and still a blessing to my ears

[@markjosephdumayas4657]

and he sang a song made popular by Westlife.the boyband who was despised by Usa out of fear in outshining their own boybands.thanks Ruben Studdard!

[@akoalma6287]

The original version better than this messy version..

[@rickyjones9724]

I heard the Westlife version last night and I wanted to vomit. I'm sorry but Ruben made this song a huge hit.

[@laurendy5534]

@@rickyjones9724 to be honest that Ruben ruined it. Westlife's version is the best. Also fuck you. Westlife have the best vocal among other boybands out there. You must be really deaf or not appreciating talents.

[@rickyjones9724]

@@laurendy5534F U too.U want to call names fine I'll call names.U couldn't survive what I've been through in life U stupid bitch!

[@Itsjimmay]

@Billy Erbe unpopular opinion check...

[@wendylaborde4905]

Beautiful songs ❤

[@jesustheiam]

2022 and still a vibe.

[@Wiggaway318]

2022 Still Giving 🙏🏾✌🏾

[@roxxiblaze1499]

Best singer ever

[@wickyhendy74]

after all these years, it still stands the test of time...

[@kimaustin2671]

I love Ruben

[@mikeverderosa3601]

2023 Ruben the man !!

[@ShaneenTaylor-q9g]

I Love This Song. Sing That Song Mr. Ruben Studdard

[@johnniec2861]

Ruben and clay developed a friendship throughout that competition that has lasted still and they perform together on occasion . Clay also had a good performance. this was a nice change from the first season where Justin was clearly way outmatch by Kelly ! and it was more about if he and Paula were having a fling ! Season 2 put a stamp on Idol for a long time ! Ruben was always hilarious , as he would sing with a smile, but after he was done would have that look on his face like you just Fd up his mamas cooking recipe and fed it to him LOL

[@lavonnesilvasanchez2234]

The best gift anyone could give you is the gift of singing you a song ..

[@evelynware9880]

Beautiful song to this day

[@stuffinbursey5635]

Still listening 10/15/2024

[@patriciamorouney2307]

LOVE YOU RUBEN!!!!

[@suzannegiglio2866]

2023 Rubin, you are awesome!

[@TheCollective1]

im going to his concert tomorrow!

[@Thestrozierones]

2024 in still gives me chills ❤

[@celiarayner9825]

He was the best

[@bevviecat1306]

*You've got to fight for every dream* Sorry I was singing along

[@ashley89273]

2022 and still a vibe

[@Biggdoom344]

He was my favorite because he was just enjoying the moment. I don’t think he cared if he won or not. Up until this performance I thought clay would win..but how can you follow this.

[@shaneentaylor436]

Alright Now Mr. Christopher Ruben Studdard Have, Seriou9 Sung The Flying Without Wing's Song So Good At The American Idol. He's Such A, Wonderful Singer.

[@40s_fit_and_fab30]

Beautiful

[@jacksonjackson4787]

Why I wanna cry 😢