Sam Harris sings Over The Rainbow (1984) Star Search

I am NOT SAM but his channel is / samharris
He allowed me to put this video up. Sorry for the picture quality.
Sam Harris sings Somewhere Over The Rainbow on Star Search
Over The Rainbow
(Arlen-Harburg)
Somewhere over the rainbow
Way up high
There's a land that I heard of
Once in a lullaby
Somewhere over the rainbow
Skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream
Really do come true
Some day I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where troubles melt like lemondrops
Away above the chimney tops
That's where you'll find me
Somewhere over the rainbow
Bluebirds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why then, oh why can't I?
Some day I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where troubles melt like lemondrops
Away above the chimney tops
That's where you'll find me
Somewhere over the rainbow
Bluebirds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why then, oh why can't I?
If happy little bluebirds fly
Beyond the rainbow
Why, oh why can't I?
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"Over the Rainbow" is a popular song with music by Harold Arlen and lyrics by E.Y. Harburg. It was written to showcase Judy Garland's talents in the star vehicle movie The Wizard of Oz, and it became her signature song. She would forever be called upon to sing it in all her public appearances.
The song's plaintive melody and simple lyrics depict a pre-adolescent girl's desire to escape from the "hopeless jumble" of this world, from the sadness of raindrops to the bright new world "over the rainbow." It expresses the childlike faith that a door will magically be opened to a place where "troubles melt like lemon-drops".
The song tops the "Songs of the Century" list compiled by the Recording Industry Association of America and the National Endowment for the Arts. It also topped the American Film Institute's "100 Years, 100 Songs" list.
Along with Irving Berlin's "White Christmas", the song was adopted by the American troops in Europe in World War II as a symbol of the United States, the faraway land that, after long years of war, seemed like a dream beyond the rainbow. Modern listeners may be unaware that the song had an introductory stanza, as this was not sung in the film by Garland.
The song has come to epitomize the gesture of the rising octave, which makes its opening so distinctive. Sight-singing instructors and other musicians use the song as an example and a reference point for hearing the interval.
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I AM NOT SAM HARRIS! But he is on KZbin here: / samharriscom

[@ShamikJones]

My favorite Star Search contestant hands down. More proof that the industry doesn't know what to do with real talent.

[@nvk54]

This man's voice still sends shivers right through me. I remember watching this, he's great

[@ShaunaPlatt]

He should teach the contestants on American Idol how to sing. I've loved this ever since the first time I saw it on Star Search in the 80's. Sam, you still give me goose bumps.

[@CookyMonzta]

The only one who ever dared to sing this song the way Patti LaBelle sang it. That is why he won.

[@TheLivingDeadBoy]

What a voice, man...and the tux with Chuckies is completely awesome! The dude was ahead of his time.

[@nognilk]

30 years later, this is still the best rendition.

[@Debbin]

I remember when this show was aired, and LOVED the talent of Sam Harris! Such a gifted singer. Thanks for posting!

[@DONGOE]

The people who voted "thumbs down" on this( 52 on 1/25/11 ) have no soul and no taste in music.

[@Lifelover1957]

In 1984 I fell in love with Sam Harris. His singing took my breath away.

[@everythingbobbywolfe]

This video hasn't reached a million views yet?? If Sam were dead he'd be rolling over in his grave. This is one of the greatest TV music moments in the last 40 years

[@Daystepper]

The most awesome rendition of this song that I have ever heard.

[@snarkytart]

I've never forgotten this performance, and never will. It took my breath away.

[@DynamicMentalFitness]

MAN that takes me back - grinning like the very first time I saw it way back in the day. Sam Harris would blow the doors off Idol and Voice if he'd broken out on the scene recently. Like Tiger has to chase Jack's 18 majors, today's male singers that break out on tv shows can't hang with Sam's historic run on Star Search.

[@nicoleroker3865]

I remember watching this on Star Search which aired 8pm EST on Sundays and this is Still AMAZING and timeless after 30 years! The first man I've ever heard sing Patti LaBelle's version and smash it!!

[@lepoetress]

He won a lot and he has some killer pipes! I remember watching this and loving his performances.

[@nealbrice]

I was there on the living room floor watchimg 25 years ago..........what a moment.............the young gays thank you for the moment.................we had joy.

[@4shys2]

This man took this song through so many levels! I still love it!

[@tsummerlee]

Just takes my breath away. Wow, I haven't watched this since it first aired on TV. Thanks so much for the fabulous memories!

[@Wilma.Flintstone]

Childhood memories! I remember watching Star Search so many nights as a kid and I remember getting excited when the finals would arrive and the 'star' of each category would be chosen for that season.

[@caitlinsaldana8082]

OMG He has the voice of an Angel and one of the greatest vocalists of all time. Somewhere Over The Rainbow is my favorite song and when Sam sings it , it brings chills to my body. Cat

[@lordbyron3603]

Definitely one my favorite renditions of all time ... One of two in my opinion. I got goose bumps and teary eyed. He put his whole being into the song and one can't help but to love it.

[@layladylan]

One of my earliest memories is watching this on TV and loving it. I forgot all about it until now, but I happened to name my son Sam. Coincidence? Haha!

[@eddyxusmc1]

Wow been looking for this for years, I have heard his new version and this was by far the best I heard his sing it when the show first came on and followed him in that show. Wow it still is amazing.

[@quivari25]

Great performance, Patti!! lol!! I liked a lot!

[@Imapeach1]

I remember this!! This dude can sing his butt off,,,,he was good!!!

[@sarsonec]

Goodebumps! I remember watching Sam Harris sing this on Star Search. I got boosebumps then too. I bought his first album on Motown Records.This song is on it but the rest of the album was a disappointment (to me). Sam's talent wasn't utilized to the best of his range. It was the 80's... disco was King or should I say Oueen. :) Anyway, Adam Lambert does bring Sam to mind. Both are huge talents. There's enough room to love both.

[@countrydjtony]

Still gives me goose-bumps to this day.

[@VirgilDavis]

Classic! Priceless!!

[@tiana1017]

i get the freakin chills and start cryin when i hear this song, its that amazing and soulful

[@bigal012266]

Superb singing! Still leaves me breathless after all these years. Love you, Sam! xxxx oooo

[@lumberjack6c]

OHHHH SAMMMMMMM !!!! YOU TOOK AHOLD OF MY HEART ALL THOSE YEARS AGO....AND YOU STILL CAN TUG AT IT !!!!! You made Judy proud !

[@Nicolletta13]

I remember this guy. My sister had his album and listened to it over and over and over again. LOL

[@paulmello1]

This was 1983. I remember that the band at my wedding sang it and called it the "Sam Harris" version. The best version of this song that I have ever heard.

[@kchalli]

oh how we remember him so well. i can watch this over & over... he was amazing

[@olivia903]

I remember him on star search loved him from the first note .. Congrats on your new baby boy...Sam....!!!!!

[@Blizzeekitty]

Gotta love KZbin where you can find things you saw on TV decades ago. Thanks! :D

[@mariapennington8748]

the absolute best ever...enjoy listen to more of this gorgeous voice of Sam Harris

[@TheInvincibleViolet]

SAM !!!!! OMG I never get tired of hearing you sing this. Never stop SINGING xx

[@santamara]

Wonderful memories! Great times then............SAM IS SO TALENTED1

[@Zelinna12]

Holy crap I think I remember seeing this but I was really young & thought this ending was mindblowing!! lol

[@theundercoverangel]

The first time I ever got CHILLS listening to someone sing!!

[@Beachmama57]

OH WOW WOW WOW~ I am beyond joy -I watched this all those years ago as a young mother -loved hearing it even more now.

[@jsf525JEFF]

Thank GOD for youtube !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I whatched this live then I bought his album. never thought I would see this again. thank you

[@mholtdbc]

I was watching "So You Think You Can Dance" and they used a Sam Harris song, which instantly took me back to Star Search. Thanks for posting. I shudder to think how a talent like his would have done in this "American Idol" world.

[@binkiesmom]

I loved him then and I still love him now!!!!!!!!!!!

[@suvariboy]

I remember seeing his when I was a young boy. #crush

[@thomascampr]

Recorded this live back in the 80s and wore out the vhs tape. One of the best .

[@BlakeRJBowker]

The most talent packed 2 minutes I've ever seen.

[@RRydnew]

He was working that mullet and that talent! You go, BOY!

[@CrazyWordsThatRoll]

He was! I wish someone would put it on YT. I think he makes Beaveis' head explode with the high note. So long ago

[@denisebrady8712]

That song is hot Sam you got to come back. With something like that god has blessed you with that voice

[@Hot80s]

haven't seen it in 25+ years it's still explosive!

[@Blinglover]

So happy to see this again. I recorded it on our first betamax because Star Search was after their bed time. Now we see where Jennifer Hudson got her inspiration.

[@dbkimh]

Wow! Incredible! Best version of Over the Rainbow!

[@JaJr07]

I wish you and your family all that God has to offer you. God Bless!

[@LASongwriter]

It doesn't get any better ... a GREAT TALENT!

[@YolandaAnneBrown95726]

Wow, it STILL gives me chills!

[@billydguy]

thanx alot - brings back memories!

[@Heyjay454]

Wow I would love to see that. I do remember hearing about that. Maybe emulate is a better word then copied. Sam did an amazing job..which is why this still sends chills all these years later. Go Sam!

[@Shonese355]

Thanks so much for posting this...I remember watching it when I was a kid and I just showed it to my 7 year old daughter and she is floored!

[@Afrikitty]

One of the most dynamic and passionate versions of this song ever put on vinyl. WoW!!! Was it 1987 or thereabouts? I taped it on a video tape and one of my kids eventually taped over it. I was so mad. To see this video again, just brings back all the emotions it evocked in me back them...just tenfold. Whatever happened to this man's singing career?

[@hjb103055]

Gives me tears everytime.

[@-PiP-]

OMG Thank you Sam!!!! I'm in tears watching this on full screen! You have no idea how I searched for this over the net for so many years! I immitated you for years and almost got it hahahahhaa Your in my faves and thank you for getting back to me, this is what KZbin is ALL about! I melt everytime you do that lol!!! Yes I have The CD ; ) Mwahhhhhhhhh xoxoxoxoxo

[@alexanuchid]

I 've been his fan since1986

[@Timeless2222]

simply the best! Enough said

[@michaelrow875]

Forget about the voice; Sam's power-mullet was TO DIE FOR

[@CrazyWordsThatRoll]

Hello everyone. Thanks for all the comments and messages. I don't login much, but just wanted to say hello. I try to express that I am nor Sam, but he is on youtube! He actually made "samtubeDOTcom" can't post links... yt user name is "samharriscom". Best to send them the questions I keep getting. I can tell you anything Motown is out of print, but as far as Rainbow, you MUST get the new version produced by Peter Matz with full orchestra! Try "samtunesDOTnet" to download it.

[@diroba001]

@splatt12345 ... I still get the goose bumps too & I'm almost 60 yrs old!

[@vapsincali]

I still love it!

[@niksinnn]

wow .. my gram used 2 make me watch Star Search every wk/end.. i dont remember shit about any one on that show except 4 Sam Harris..still gives me goose bumps!!

[@santamara]

I still love Him!

[@MidgeDog]

Just adore it - thanks Sam

[@jeroenalders]

just love his voice. just amazing

[@LamiMartin]

Beautiful!

[@jareddebell7234]

His range reminds me alot of adam lambert

[@eckankar7756]

wished he still sounded like this

[@barbaglia]

beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!

[@salimacat]

FANTASTIC! I LOVE YOU, SAM!!!

[@SmokeyJoe1961]

Sam Harris went on to become a very well known Music Producer.

[@Bankens1]

wow, Just totaly awesome

[@TheRealMsTaye]

Just RIDICULOUS! The boy can SANG!!

[@CoachWooly]

Randy says: "That was blazing hot, dude!" Paula says: "I'm looking at the next Idol!" Simon says: "Brilliant." This performance was ahead of it's time...had Sam been on AI instead of Star Search, he'd be a multi-millionaire multi-platinum selling artist today. Still, it has to be one of the more memorable TV moments from the 80's...ranks right up there with MJ's performance of Billy Jean on the American Music Awards.

[@barbaglia]

excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Hathorspirit]

I would love to hear Adam Lambert sing this, the same style and dramatic visuals ! i love Adam and Sam Harris !

[@amyrichards2]

Thank goodness for UTUBE, as I may rediscover Sam again. I have been looking for you!

[@bizychick02]

He was awesome in the day!

[@billypfan]

this performance made me want to sing. @ age 14 it helped me find my gift

[@firsttenor76]

I loved his interpretation of Joseph also.

[@yodabear63]

I lip-sinced this in 1990 dressed as Chewbacca during a Drag Show in NJ.... it's a LONG story!

[@marcat51158]

Still my Favorite

[@cathyc1158]

Loved this as much as IZ version and that is saying a lot :) Wonderful

[@deafgagirl]

i remember watching this. He had some chops!

[@swdshchck]

@harleymaori Oh, please, how can that sweet face possibly scare anybody? I remember being completely awestruck by Sam's incredible voice, and after all these years, I still am! Love Sam! (Love Adam, too!)

[@silverounce]

What a talent.....what a voice.....

[@-PiP-]

Oh I thought this was Sam's channel lol sorry! thanks for posting this ias you can tell i'm very happy about it lol

[@barbaglia]

beautiful

[@katherinaJee55]

much love it ♫ ♥

[@ccm800]

@CrazyWordsThatRoll true true! Patti and he are long standing friends. She adores the Sam

[@uwishtoo]

damn still gives me chills after all these years like it did when I first saw him do it on Star Search - where can I buy a CD of the old star search era songs ?

[@barbaglia]

god made another angel