Ruthie Henshall - I Dreamed A Dream (Les Miserables 10th Anniversary Concert - Royal Albert Hall)

[@lees_box]

I worked as an usher at the Palace Theatre for Les Mis and would hear this every night and Ruthie Henshall gave an identically perfect performance of this song each and every time. It was always flawless. She's amazing.

[@UndertakerU2ber]

So you got paid and watched performances for free? Why would anyone pay for tickets when they could just apply for a job? lol

[@sashap1547]

Best.job.ever

[@lees_box]

@@sashap1547 it was, I loved it. The Palace Theatre was a nice atmospheric place to work as well. I used to stand behind the sound engineers desk and watch him working the massive mixer, he turned everyone's mics up and down in real time and looked like he was playing an instrument. After there I went to usher at the RSC Barbican Center, Comedy of Errors was on at the time which was a lot of fun to see. They designed that production in a very trippy colourful way.

[@elliottgreenwood5543]

She was autotuned everyone knows. Lol.

[@lees_box]

@@elliottgreenwood5543 It was a mixer desk which only did volume. Every singer was miked-up with a tiny head mic, they had to turn them up and down so the only thing which came through the system was those singing at the time. The moment someone stopped singing their fader came down and someone else's was pushed up. There was no auto-tune or processing of any kind going on.

[@imsleepingbeauty]

Ruthie is my favorite Fantine... EVER! 💕😭👏👏👏

[@Sharon-kr1ui]

💕

[@CarlitoVillaraza]

😮​@@Sharon-kr1ui

[@loriar1027]

Same here!

[@lukeprimmer6780]

The roughness of her voice used in "but he was gone when Autum came" and "so different from this hell I'm living" really helps hit home the anger and hurt she must feel! It's my favourite part of the performance!

[@mirandaroy7630]

It's one of the most titular parts of singing. It requires feeling

[@colin-kun3611]

Same man

[@billyraybar]

Serendipity

[@jclactao3690]

Agree. I keep looping it on those lines

[@andrewholmes6696]

Absolutely class

[@aarons5724]

"...gone when autumn came" is not anger. It is the deepest sorrow. Notice that shortly thereafter, she says that still she dreams he'll come back to her. It is love...with a deeply broken heart.

[@liltom6364]

Les Miserables is a story after the fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. 2 things actually depicts who the guy is. Either he got killed and was never able to get back or he was just really messing with the girl who trusted him so much

[@장훈님하고싶은거다해]

Yes... the irony. You don't feel anger but so deep sorrow that almost seems like anger.

[@adamptak7676]

Yes!!! Sorrow ( if he died maybe) or maybe disappointment (if he was just messing with her feelings)

[@deesnutz8406]

Time stamp?

[@kdmiranda]

Exactly, is desperation and sorrow!!!!

[@CDCPH582]

It's 2023 and this still remains as the best version of this song by a million miles. The famous "autumn" line is still unmatched.

[@primalcritters]

Hands down. I can't believe some people have the audacity to claim that Anne Hathaway is better than this simply because of her acting. Ruthie exhibits such intense emotion and Beauty in her voice that one weaps

[@deanbegody9709]

I agree completely. In its entirety, the 10th anniversary Albert version still the best.

[@UglytruthG]

@@primalcritters Not even close. Ruthie out performed every other person who ever attempted this song. It truelly was the dream cast.

[@julianhinojosa9695]

@@primalcrittersdo they really. What an insult to Ruthie Henshaw. This will forever be my favorite rendition of this song.

[@Kheyphos]

Totally!

[@avengedpoisonromance]

Her voice when she growls. I'm in love with everything. Best Fantine, hands down.

[@clement2780]

Nusra Rozely was she the original cast?

[@elliemilnes6684]

Clement Ng unfortunately she wasn't the original fantine, someone else was but Ruthie is far better

[@BeatrizBernanos]

It's AMAZING!!

[@gail2021]

Nusra Rozely

[@koreancardboard]

Patti LuPone was the original Fantine in the London cast.

[@rolandalcid7127]

2024. returning to listen, l still think this the best version ever.

[@hiskidkeller]

It is the best version ever. She is unmatched.

[@Toxodos]

@@hiskidkeller no question

[@LisaFladager]

Best version ever.

[@jonlucina9670]

Came back here to say the same. I’ve heard other versions, but Ruthie’s to me is still the best.

[@glitterchevy]

In tears. Agreeing

[@MichaelChengSanJose]

This is my favorite version of the song, so perfectly performed to the lyrics. Since she sings this song every night, I’m not surprised she’s got such amazing command of every single nuance.

[@edmarklowelldelossantos4952]

The growling, then the soft singing, the falsetto, the belting... this definitely took an enormous vocal control.... Her performance is superb and so moving

[@isuckateverything.]

I hate to be one of those nerds but females (I say females because this excludes trans women) cannot go into falsetto. They just go into head voice when they open their glottis. But I agree, this is an earth shattering performance

[@Abbotttdesign]

Agreed; Not just vocal control but a beautiful talent as far as imagination!

[@MBeyeline]

She never employed falsetto?

[@kainoahthefrog]

2:56 I know some people would think her voice sounded raspy and not as elegant as the rest of the song, but I feel like it shows true anger and I believe it showed more emotion.

[@SuPeRNinJaRed]

it's so raw! she rips you apart!!

[@SuzannaKiraly]

Yes, it's meant to show the pain she felt.

[@fc18399]

it's flawless

[@collin571]

As a singer It seems like she's letting the rasp out and it comes out a bit strong and unkempt but in the end when she brings the rasp in again it's more balanced. Sometimes when you sing you have to test the waters and make adjustments as you go. Going from clean tone to raspy tone is hard, the energy in your voice builds up as you sing in a clean voice and it's easy to let it out all at once.

[@alvinsantos6450]

this was beautiful!

[@bobp1016]

Absolutely the best rendition of this song. The emotion in her voice lets you the listener understand the pain she is feeling. Anyone can sing a song, but only a true artist can sing a song where the listener feels the pain and joy in a song. Bravo to this lady. She absolutely killed this song!

[@02887727356]

nothing can compare to this.nothing

[@thomashayes5597]

Personally, I think Lea Salonga displays a more extensive range of emotions in her rendition, although Ruthie's is also perfection.

[@nyrockchicxx]

@@thomashayes5597 I agree. I've just watched about 5 renditions of this song by different women and I look to see who is 'feeling' the words. In this one, Ruthie is feeling it vocally but outwardly is glass, no expression. Lea Salonga expresses emotion not only vocally, but visually. Even Susan Boyle (the least professional among them) showed more visual emotion.

[@DrWhom]

no I think it should be sung _sec_ without attempts at emotional articulation the chord progression does all the work that needs to be done here

[@Alex-nl9li]

@@nyrockchicxx ...Anne Hathaway has more emotion than Lea Salonga. Ruhtie's rendition is the most heartwreanching, most heartbreaking there is. Period. There's no need for visual expression, voice does it all. How it breaks at certain moments, how it strengthens at others. Perfection.

[@jamiekarila3167]

The best version, hands down. Such passion in her voice.

[@sunny70299]

This performance is the the epitome of trusting the music to tell the story.

[@boppob1343]

well yes its a musical

[@sunny70299]

@@boppob1343 Is it? Brand new information that is.

[@Kv-cn2fd]

Susan Boyle smashed this performance

[@DrWhom]

is really is the the

[@alladean9080]

An epic performance

[@Bing6813]

No dance moves , No gymnastics , No lights flashing , just a Pure unmatchable voice filled with emotion \\ Ruthie Henshall is fantastic

[@Kodered02]

“So different from this hell I’m living…” The way she sang that line (as well as the rest of the song) was pure mastery.

[@caseyhill636]

I had the luck to work with Ruthie. She is every inch a lady and a hard working woman. When our cast had to spend Christmas on tour she arranged a party and gifts. A true class act. And every bit as stunning and talented as you’d think. A true star ❤

[@Kurt77777]

Great to know about her!

[@gruntz99]

Every singer I've heard singing this has been great. . Comparisons are useless, all have their great versions. The only clear winner is the song itself.

[@AfroSamurai1089]

gruntz99 B I N G O 👏🏿

[@larrymartin7479]

Magnificent!

[@TheJimbojamboo]

The song itself... And Ruthie Henshall obviously. 😉

[@TheJimbojamboo]

Worst being Lea Salonga. Too extra by far.

[@thesesingerssuck8354]

Too bad Ruthie can't sing anymore. :-(

[@gcs7817]

“But he was GONE when autumn came...” so much anger. Way to go

[@joehalbop1928]

No anger...he was gone..

[@ducksinarowpatience]

She should be happy she got knocked up and he left her...

[@icewind7]

Anger is not good for the body health though

[@joehalbop1928]

I suppose being young and inexperienced its not outwith the way of things for a young woman to be duped by an older asswipe....regardless, she dreams he will return...thats just ...really.....he'll come to me....fantine was obviously a bit short of a centime....love the song though, i thought the rendition of i dreamed a dream by Miss Hathaway was outstanding...a bit grotty and beautiful....Russel Crowe was shit...destroyed the film...anyway...love from Scotland...x. Joe

[@bakester86]

I mean, autumn seems to enjoy their time in bed more, can't blame him.

[@toomuchellison]

“He took my childhood in his stride” That line always hits so hard for me, especially the way she delivers it…

[@zajaiva5]

2:23 "As they turn your dream to shame".... that weak sound on the word "turn" in contrast to the strong previous line "as they tear your hope apart", just melts my heart... so beautiful!!! WHY IS NOBODY TALKING ABOUT THIS?

[@gabegill3102]

Here during quarantine

[@clarissesangana6494]

The emotions portrayed are simply unreal... outstanding performance. And yes when she whispers the word “ turn”, I feel the tears coming down my checks.

[@liltom6364]

Les Miserables is a story after the fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. 2 things actually depicts who the guy is. Either he got killed and was never able to get back or he was just really messing with the girl who trusted him so much

[@alexanderholtet7463]

Totally agree

[@JoseMaRosendoASolis]

I hear ya

[@barmychap]

Her diction, her enunciation, is amazing! So crystal clear.

[@johncgibson4720]

+Rupert Lescott LOL The Broadway style is stupid. But the girl is perfect.

[@alanmacmillan6957]

+Rupert Lescott agreed. other versions tend to run the words and tune together.

[@rebeccaaloi]

yess she is so lovely!

[@brian3882]

+Rupert Lescott To me, she's the Fantine

[@dvm590]

Rupert Lescott Thats one way to be a quality vocalist. Her hands by her side help keep her diaphram relaxed. All keys for high end sound.

[@stephenrodgers4091]

The way she hits, "but he was gone when autumn came." It hits you nerves differently. RESPECT.

[@Howlingburd19]

So is nobody gonna note how phenomenal the orchestra is?

[@gulfportflamefighter4545]

They are amazing

[@RawDogTV]

Beautiful

[@eggspanda2475]

noted

[@robertdore9592]

No disrespect, but what do you expect? These people are career professionals with DECADES of training, study, performing and practice; but they do deserve a mention.

[@unemilifleur]

True, but to be honest it really isn’t the hardest piece to play.

[@jrock2720]

In my opinion, this is not only the greatest song in the entire music theater canon, it is one of the great songs of mankind. And this performance is utterly breathtaking.

[@utopiaoflove]

I am 32 year old man standing in my kitchen cooking dinner hearing this for the first time…. Crying…. I’m not cutting onions

[@Kurt77777]

"Now life has killed the dream....... I dreamed." The lyrics to this song are so good -- and so tragic, and Ruthie is the best I've ever heard singing it.

[@Sissyphussy]

First time? Oh man! Envious of that 😁

[@anncostello5894]

❤❤❤

[@anncostello5894]

❤

[@cisconficisconfi679]

Live on theater you'd have had company. Watching this on orchestra seats there wasn't a dry eye, and I recall a lady one over from me just literally holding back her wailing

[@JuliaCoastGirl]

No one ever sang it better than her. Perfection.

[@lohphat]

This is the epitome of "less is more". No flailing, no syrupy pathos, just singing and letting the emotion find its own path.

[@MidnightIsolde]

Apsolutely. Because she holds lack it all wells up

[@sammyywh]

Also, the orchestra did amazing!

[@jacobryanpaul2897]

I used to rent this VHS almost monthly from Blockbuster and would rewind Ruthie over and over before I could let the tape continue. Coming from a small town in New Mexico of 7,000 people I was always assured the 10th Anniversary concert would be there for me when I wanted to watch… I’ll never stop loving this version with all my heart. This is to me is the epitome of story telling through song at its apex.

[@nwicconsultants6640]

Good taste in music....greetings from a different part of NM (Santa Fe). 👍

[@jacobryanpaul2897]

@@nwicconsultants6640 I just moved back to NM after 16 years in NYC. Uncanny and welcome timing! :-)

[@nwicconsultants6640]

@@jacobryanpaul2897 Welcome back! With all the ups and downs I'm going to guess you have enough great memories of NYC to last you a life time. I'm also going to guess that you'll be living in Albuquerque instead of the 7,000 pop. town you originally came from here in NM. PS: I was originally lead to this particular video because of comparing different versions. Heads up on a young lady (only 20years old) that sings a killer version of I Dreamed A Dream. Her name is Lucy Thomas. I think you will be pleasantly surprised. Take Care!

[@u-nedalgabre2240]

Lea and Ruthie are both wonderful singers. Lea has a golden voice and very emotive, and theatrical. BUT I think I would Go for Ruthie's version. Why? If I close my eyes and just listen to her, she doesn't seem to be performing onstage, she's like singing to herself about her hardships. You would imagine her as a lady with an unkempt look and a torn dress with tears on her cheeks. Her voice quality and the raspiness is that of a fading beauty, suffering, crying and feeling hopeless. She's a perfect Fantine. Lea is the perfect Eponine with a lovely, innocent, dreamy voice.

[@bmcagent]

Agree, she does the most moving version ever.

[@bmcagent]

Exactly, it's the gutwrenchting feeling she portrays

[@ritamorris2352]

I cry each time I hear Ruthie sing this touching song.

[@gamotousername]

Exactly! Some performers are singing to hit every note perfectly, some other to convey emotion.

[@kpNov23]

I think you nailed it.

[@edwardgonzales2731]

The way she said "So much different from this hell I'm living" chilling..

[@gemcatface]

This performance is haunting. I grew up watching this. I always thought she was older here due to the way she sings this. The emotion in her voice is way beyond her years. It’s my favourite ever performance of this song. No one can touch her. Stunning.

[@thenothing2786]

It sucks when you wake up one day and realize this song is your life.

[@fudgemcmuffin]

I hope you're in a better place, year on

[@dethray1000]

it would be amazing to find out how many of us feel that way

[@dannynaranjo7686]

Straight to my heart, "this hell I'm living" is now my reality

[@Phenyphen]

There really is no performance of this song that is better than this one! I haven’t heard one that is better for before or after this recording. Ruthie Henshall is a legend and this moment is one of her greatest of all time!

[@wpaunan]

This is the definitive I Dreamed A Dream. Her voice perfectly encapsulates the sadness, the regret, the pain, and the longing of a life that could have been.

[@therealgigglebop]

There’s an increasing trend in musical theater that in order to express emotion, one must sing as poorly as possible. Ruthie Henshall delivers the most beautiful and heart wrenching rendition of this stone ever performed with impeccable technique and breath support.

[@PBLE20]

Got to see her in NYC. Met her after the show and she was SO generous! She was with her mom and baby and spent about 20 minutes talking and introducing me to her family and even let me hold the baby. The most down to earth and genuine person! And of course by far one of the BEST voices in the world!!!❤

[@elinordashwood7148]

Absolutely no one who has ever performed this can compare to this flawless rendition of the song. No one can ever equal Ruthie Henshall. I listen to all the others, and then return to Ruthie. Bravo, Ruthie. You will live in history!

[@jielanbi]

No one can compare to her base on your preference, not all will agree with you.

[@littleghast32]

I agree with you

[@22espec]

Susan Boyle

[@Akas1001]

​@@22especget in!

[@janinevargas2364]

Watch Lea Salonga

[@DrTacoPHD665]

Her slow creep into the vibrato during the word "stride" immediately before the incredible shift in the Autumn line is what really gets me. I feel that her vibrato is more "tasteful" than other performances. The intensity of that section is just unmatched by the majority of other performances.

[@carolynhartnett8813]

When she sings the story is told so heartbreakingly. She isn’t focused on herself and her talent. She transports you into her heart.

[@purrfekt]

Ruthie took this song, and made it hers . The gold standard for Fantine.

[@violettbellerose1173]

*"But he was gone when autumn came"* Omg he was gone when autumn came

[@jacobrios8374]

Violett Bellerose hi from Mexico 🇲🇽

[@rickdeuel2652]

But he'd come again, every Spring for the Summer.

[@kittywhitecatNA]

Hey this is a sad song how dare you make me laugh

[@raccoonchronicles5134]

I clicked on your comment to see what the three responses were because I didn't get it...until I read the third one that KittyWhiteCat NA posted and THEN I fucking laughed my ass off!! Second line should read, "OMG, he was gone when Autumn came". ('Autumn' is a NAME, by capitalizing it, the meaning is clear!)

[@ProfessorsMcGonagall]

omg they were roommates

[@sarahirwin1769]

The whimper in her voice when she sang "as they turn your dream" was just heart wrenching.

[@jasminemeza6186]

There was a time when men were kind When their voices were soft And their words inviting There was a time when love was blind And the world was a song And the song was exciting There was a time Then it all went wrong I dreamed a dream in times gone by When hope was high and life worth living I dreamed, that love would never die I dreamed that God would be forgiving Then I was young and unafraid And dreams were made and used and wasted There was no ransom to be paid No song unsung, no wine untasted But the tigers come at night With their voices soft as thunder As they tear your hope apart As they turn your dream to shame He slept a summer by my side He filled my days with endless wonder He took my childhood in his stride But he was gone when autumn came And still I dream he'll come to me That we will live the years together But there are dreams that cannot be And there are storms we cannot weather I had a dream my life would be So different from this hell I'm living So different now from what it seemed Now life has killed the dream I dreamed

[@brnchk44]

Not all heros wear capes! Thank you!

[@lauraswann5543]

Thank you Jasmine.

[@kathrynbrown6955]

As a little girl, i absolutely loved this series. It has stayed with me all my life. I am 63 now. I would love to see it again. I grew up and have spent my life in the UK. Thank you Australia. 😢❤😊

[@GyariSan1]

Flawless performance. No one has ever topped this version.

[@luizadornelles8740]

No other version can ever beat this one. Ruthie not only sings marvelously, she makes you feel the rush and the pain of the lyrics with her amazing control of her own voice. The best ever.

[@Ty-zz9kd]

This has been the gold standard of this song for about 20 years now. Ruthie owns this.

[@oipbhakeld]

yes. she. does.

[@jaymecockroft4347]

james brown Joe crocker utube

[@themistermax]

Amen to that.

[@mattwilson7273]

I retired as a deputy sheriff last year April when I retired. I told myself I was gonna start to get more culture or arts saw my first play, wicked and loved it. I bought tickets for me and a guy that I am seeing to see Les Miserables. I told him when this song comes on not to laugh when I start crying looking forward to seeing this place in East Lansing, Michigan.

[@jdishmael001]

OMG ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!!!!? THIS IS THE SIMPLY AMAZING!!! THE PASSION IS PIERCING!

[@longasau]

I think this is the best version of this song because Ruthie manages to make it sound sorrowful and heart-broken, but not whiny nor pathetic. She keeps control over her voice, as did Fantine keep her pride and dignity no matter what.

[@kimjuhyoung1719]

This is almost surreal. This is the greatest rendition of this song in my opinion.

[@steve83333]

This is by far and away the best version of this ever performed.

[@walterpalazzin9381]

When her voice breaks out of sorrow (especially at 2:57), I feel all the anguish she's going through... It's moving

[@johannalouw9979]

+Walter Palazzin Also at 3:24 she is the best.

[@cicero0112]

Walter Palazzin this is 'drive' not break

[@scarletpimpernel230]

Actually, I think she can reproduce that sound and make her voice break that way. It's the skill of her vocal cords plus long training....

[@lauritoon]

Got chills as I heard her. Amazing.

[@seananmah396]

Walter Palazzin x

[@andressaS2]

I love it when a singer performs with all his/her heart and soul... You can really feel her pain in this. Breath-taking performance.

[@johncgibson4720]

+Andressa Lopes She is perfect, and should have married me.

[@karenwilliamson2776]

The mixture of emotions from heartbreak, to anger , to despair gives this song the emotional impact this song deserves. Well done. Ruthie!!

[@latonyasoloman5700]

I just actually listen to this beautiful song over and over again did some research crying with love now

[@Ebbonified]

This is still the best delivery of this solo, in my opinion. Ruthie was prime for this performance. She's like a medalist for this here, and no one... not even herself, has topped it since.

[@ardalla535]

Indeed. I don't think it's humanly possible to sing this any better.

[@Gettalife]

This is so powerful, I can't even put my words together...

[@ariemariedalleis464]

I love how you describe it like that. I can't either. But I can feel it.

[@kathconserv]

Gettalife that’s what great music is supposed to do. I have goosebumps.

[@deanndrakaydee123]

You did a good job trying.

[@Neilgs]

@@deanndrakaydee123 Because it comes straight from the marrow. Articulated from the soul into flesh made timeless from the ineffable!

[@rebeccaaloi]

I don't care what anyone says..Ruthie sings this the best. she makes the song that much more beautiful!

[@antoniobramante7187]

I agree, when I saw her perform this she made it her song 190%!

[@Toxodos]

my heart breaks along with her voice, when she sings "but he was gone when autumn came" Brilliant performance

[@antoniobramante7187]

Toxodos That was the best part. You completely feel for her at that point where you know they lied to her and destroyed her with that one line and the way she conveyed it.

[@mungrafm]

agreed. can't define the chills everytime

[@cliffyi]

The emotion is completely shown. superb!

[@bonnieb4216]

Ruthie's rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream" always makes me cry. I can feel the broken heartedness.

[@SpuddersSpud-ps6dd]

Beautiful rendition. The last two lines always choke me up.

[@Kurt77777]

Heard the song enough times, but never really listened. First time I ever really listened was when Ruthie sang this. First time I ever really listened to the lyrics too, and those last two lines just had me crying real deep.

[@Bing6813]

Ruthie Henshall catches the Pain and the desperation of her Character , Fantine . This rendition of I HAD A DREAM is absolutely fantastic and beautiful .

[@theexir6931]

I absolutely agree with you!

[@briane5706]

100% agree. The best version I have ever heard.

[@bridge4]

unreal. she's a wizard

[@phamapollo3175]

You mean a witch?

[@jermaineoneal123]

a wizard lol?

[@duaneseniw7567]

A witch you mean-

[@duaneseniw7567]

@卩ㄩ丂丂ㄚ 丂ㄥ卂ㄚ乇尺 9000 bruh what-

[@UndertakerU2ber]

_"You're a wizard Harry..."_

[@dillondewitt3952]

This is quite literally the most devastatingly beautiful performance I’ve personally seen. I can’t properly articulate what this video has done to me. I’ve watched it before and I have always remembered it being an immensely emotional experience. But, Jesus Christ. I would sit through 50 musicals just to see a single song on par with this. This is the pinnacle of what makes being a human being magical. Absolutely beautiful.

[@fumble_brewski5410]

Of all the versions of this song I’ve heard (and there have been many), this is by far my personal favourite. True, many other female vocalists have been technically very competent, but Miss Henshall puts her heart and spirit into every word she sings. She conveys genuine emotion and pathos while bringing the character of Fantine to life. I especially appreciate the fact that she didn’t attempt to rush through her performance, but gives the audience the opportunity to reflect on each word. Truly an outstanding achievement.

[@Riririririz]

For me, Ruthie was the total package. Every rendition of this song and performance were very spectacular...but Ruthie had it all, the perfect voice for the emotion needed during that very moment of the scene. The perfect gestures and facial expressions, her acting skills, they're superb. She didn't just brought us the best performance, but the moment, the feelings and the Fantine herself. :'(

[@madhavapraneethomkar58]

Not acting skills , she lived the song

[@redhorse5312]

This song is not fit in lea salonga voice. But you can try ruthie if her voice can fit Mulan song 🤣

[@Swanpie]

Who the hell are those 412 that don't like this song? This is pretty awesome. She have a beautiful voice!

[@ardalla535]

Swan pie see above

[@callsigndagger4549]

438 now

[@TheTribalistic]

441

[@jenniferrobinson8759]

442 😔😂

[@8r3n69]

What I love about this song is how you don’t have to see the musical to understand. It’s sad with or without context & it’s relatable. When I’m really sad I play this song 😭

[@darrencrawford5212]

Brings me to tears everytime! Both from memories and the beauty of the lyrics!

[@Ameer417]

😢

[@anthonygordon9483]

Its a friendly reminder that we do live in a better of time. Victor Hugo the original writer changed hearts based on real life experience during those times. I salute the french people. They have a powerful soul.

[@blastyankemonka]

Arriving home at night time, looking at the stars and the endless darkness of the night.. thinking about all the things that couldn't be... all the dreams that were broken, and wondering about the meaning of everything... Yet, life waits for no one and you must keep up on going. Pain never goes away, we just learn to live with it.

[@jaysandhu2407]

❤

[@eveevanderwalt3995]

Go to jw.org and search "what is the purpose of life". You'll find satisfying answer.

[@lours6993]

@@eveevanderwalt3995 No you won't.

[@obiwankenobi9141]

@@eveevanderwalt3995 42?

[@rmxevbio5889]

I want this printed on one of my tshirts

[@anickh]

watched all versions. this is by far the one thas got me in tears

[@mollyergen3132]

Demi lovato let it go

[@igormarins1227]

I can’t even imagine how much effort she put to have a voice like this

[@annmarie4220]

Yes!!!

[@lamisere8337]

None. None at all. Well, at least much less than you think. Any singer will tell you they can sing because they just can. It's natural to them. No forced effort needed. Acting is different and there is a degree of effort. But singing is mostly natural. The singer doesn't have to try to vibrate or has to try to sing on key. It just happens naturally much like the way we naturally know how to talk.

[@DrWhom]

your nearest conservatory will be happy to provide the details on the curriculum

[@dutchcup4080]

@@lamisere8337 this is very wrong. There are tons of amazing singers that get their voices from years of hard work, with talent too. Don’t discredit their effort. People usually don’t sing with her kind of placement and support naturally, that’s all from practice.

[@lamisere8337]

@@dutchcup4080 You're referring to technique, style, method, and discipline in the art of singing which absolutely can completely change one's experience and performances. But someone who very audibly cannot sing as in can't hold a note, can't sing on key, and sounds like a warped record will never sound like a naturally talented singer. They can improve but there will always be something iffy about their singing. I made a recording of myself singing when I was a kid and I was horrified by what I heard when I played it back because to me, I thought I sounded good when listening to my own voice through my own head. What made me sound horrible was my inconsistent vibrato and my technique. But I have always been able to sing on key and not sound distorted. I eventually improved my technique and was inspired by a lot of Patti LuPone and was able to fix my warbly vibrato to one that is just like hers. But I always knew how to do your basic vibrato. If anyone wanted to know how I learned to vibrate and how I learned to sing on key, I would have no idea because it's just something that always came naturally to me and has been polished over the years. I have never come across a non-singer who became a known and talented singer. A good singer can see the potential in others while most non-singers wouldn't have a clue. I'm not going to be ridiculous and claim I am right. Just relaying my own, limited experience and what I've picked up in my 43 years of life. I could very well be wrong and if I am, I welcome the learning experience to be gained from that.

[@zatornagirroc7175]

The song has so much emotion in it - from high joy to lowest, gut wrenching sorrow, and despair. It amazes me that she can put all that emotion into lines that switch between emotions on a dime, and if you listen to how she sings, those twists and turns of emotion are all there in her voice. Just incredible.

[@helio665]

In my opinion she will always be the best Fantine ever.

[@hmm4976]

A fact

[@cullyx2913]

💯

[@tarkiriende8721]

What a great singer. Her voice is unbelievably gorgeous. I especially love the scratchy parts. Just fabulous.

[@hannnsannn]

Anne cried and we cried, and Ruthie not crying made us all cry. Anne was in a play, Ruthie was in a concert. And even in both contexts the weight is equal and well delivered. (!!!!)

[@Violetbunnyfish]

Anne crying all through the song ruined the beauty of the music. She ruined the song. Ruthie was perfect.

[@saragrooms1530]

Ruthie was the real deal. Raw, unedited talent. This woman can sing damn it! Anne was good, but she had mixers, producers and autotune. Ruthie just has her RAW voice! She is amazingly talented.

[@zezar213]

In my opinion they were very different. Anne was crying all the way showing she couldnt resist anymore. Ruthie is a lit stronger showing melancholy while remembering her story. No need of crying.

[@jasonmamentu2133]

Anne's performance was what made the play an actual product of art. I never watched a musical with moving performance until I watched Anne did her part there. And everybody I know who've watch it agrees. Les Mis with Anne in it has been the best musical ever.

[@akemi7415]

Anne showed those who watched that she couldn't handle the weight that she was carrying anymore and she showed us the vulnerability. I think that even though Ruthie sang very beautifully, Anne made people realize that there are actual women who suffer the same fate as Fantine and in that moment, she carried the same pain as them.

[@northwestprof60]

This is perfection, and perfection should never have the applause cut out.

[@Comedyking48]

Ruthie Henshall for the winner of Im A Celeb 2020!

[@NOONE-cd4gu]

Yes she is amazing. I hope she wins Im A Celeb.

[@jaimemcginley8466]

yes she is amazing on there. you can tell she is really down to earth

[@frankly-he1kf]

This is the finest performance of this magnificent song....

[@cocomontresebeast2210]

She was almost going out yesterday 😭😭😭😭

[@NOONE-cd4gu]

@@cocomontresebeast2210 noo it said "IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER" Means that it could have been anyone who had less votes as her

[@arurudaisuki]

Bravo! Her voice is undoubtedly amazing.when I'm depressed, I listen to this song.

[@arurudaisuki]

+Dave Browne I didn't say it as a ironic.and I never slit my wrists even if I'm depressed.you should not worry about something like that you are too self-conscious.

[@mattlee5523]

Noelia A when I'm depressed I listen to Falco's Rock Me Amadeus- more uplifting!

[@54nomore]

She has one of the most beautiful voices in all of musical theatre. Priceless! She was on her game this night. This version of this great song is the best I have ever heard. Epic!

[@KBYTE1650]

Ruthie...May this recording last for a 1000 years that those then who hear it may also marvel at the majesty of your performance....

[@richarddesmond3496]

The single greatest rendition of this song ever....period

[@rezakurniareza]

the best version and singer of this song, EVER! (my opinion)

[@luiisrd5690]

Anne Hathaway is the best!!

[@justinv3057]

Luiis r'd Lol 😂

[@justinv3057]

rezakurniareza I agree! The gold standard.

[@Yotop-ch3wc]

I don’t even like Theater and musicals, but, more often than not, I find myself listening to this performance. It’s hauntingly beautiful and really please me. 🙌🏼

[@jezza82]

I was the same. Didn't care for musicals. But if you ever get the opportunity. I highly highly recommend seeing this live. Its mind blowingly good!!

[@Warren1221]

No one will ever top this. I saw her singing at Metreon in San Francisco one day. My wife and I were walking when we heard her singing Oklahoma. We quickly turned around and watched the whole show.

[@davetherave8840]

What a lady. Nobody sings it like Ruthie. Love ya girl. You make my drunk nites complete

[@emilarthur2781]

dude, fr.

[@tetsmcgee]

Lmao

[@jrkasaurus]

I’m 31 and I feel like she just sang my emotions. It’s crazy how we get so caught up in life we don’t even notice the moment our dreams die

[@RmsDome]

This is my favorite rendition. Makes me cry every time. She really tells a story

[@paulstunesverburgt4852]

No musical will ever come near this...especially the 10th anniversary.....I will never get tired of this

[@bogey0420]

I just played Fantine in a small production of Les Mis a few weeks ago, and I cranked this every day in preparation. She's astounding.

[@stevenconifer2676]

I can't decide which is more heartbreakingly beautiful, the words or her voice.

[@gcs7817]

This is the absolute best rendition of this song. So much sadness, regret, anger, longing, resignation and despair all in one song...

[@miszer3605]

This is what perfection sounds like

[@xtop23]

Ruthie owns this song like no other. Love it.

[@colin-kun3611]

Damn. This makes me cry every time I hear it.. The words and the accompanying music are so good...

[@The_sound_Of_Thunder]

I always come back to this version, balanced technique, skill and emotion.

[@kjlucky6501]

Typing through the tears right now. This song makes me cry every time. I’m not really the type to get caught up in the emotions of a movie/performance (I do sometimes but it is seldom) but Les Mis and especially this song have me sobbing. Empty Chairs and Empty tables also pulls the heartstrings a bit too hard, but the mixture of her voice, the beautiful instrumentation, and the lyrics is so incredibly heartbreaking. “I was young and unafraid, and dreams were made and used and wasted, there was no ransom to be paid, no song unsung, no wine untasted.” That part really hits me when I think of the fun I used to have being young and carefree and how now my life is flooded with longing and responsibility. Beautiful performance. Look forward to revisiting next time I need a good cry.

[@makeupboss9812]

Man , she’s really amazing. It’s awesome the enunciation, diction , and conviction in her voice . It’s very powerful, and this song shows a little of both the softness and power in it . No one comes close to singing it quite like she can .

[@tomadams5582]

Ruthie is playing the numb version , She's been through hell , She's got no more emotion , She's all but given up on life , all she has left is cossette , but she can't even see her , She's Numb Lea Salonga shows the emotional and angry version she still has some fight left in her . It's two different versions of Fauntine , that's all it is . Both Ruthie and Lea have amazing voices and are Both stars , Love them both .

[@thomaskillian1210]

Owes a !ot to Movie in my mind!

[@billyraybar]

Tom Adams No Ruthie’s is more focused and pointed, connected

[@annerow]

Tom Adams I agree.

[@jp3813]

@@billyraybar Disconnected b/c she's given up on life as the OP just said.

[@lawrencebain]

i think anne hathaway during the film version nailed it, it by far was the best version i have seen so far

[@marshallmachado6014]

What is it about humanity and You Tube comments? Why is it so difficult to appreciate both Ruthie Henshall and Anne Hathaway and what they bring to the song? Their performances are totally different and BOTH move me. We created music, theater, art, etc to connect to our emotions. That, I think, it what makes us human, all of us.

[@deeestuary]

September 2024 and we’ve just been to Les Mis at the Sondheim theatre in London. Fantine was played by Katie Hall and we were very impressed by her I dreamed a dream, almost as good as Ruth’s!

[@nordskogrecords]

You are still the best of all the Fantines in Le Miserables! I absolutely love your voice and performance!!