Ben Platt Performs 'Andrew' on 'The View'

[@bradleyrichard]

As a gay man, I would have been saved a lot of heartache and difficulty if songs like this had been on the radio when I was a kid.

[@bbsteele671]

This part!

[@leif1075]

Why is that exactly if I may ask?

[@r0ckmom]

@@leif1075Because queer people haven’t felt comfortable sharing these sorts of niche experiences like unrequited gay crushes on seemingly straight peers, it’s good to see it happening now because it’s inspiring confidence in people who grew up at a time where being gay wasn’t an ok thing. It’s cathartic, I think.

[@leif1075]

​@@r0ckmomoh thanks for answering and sharing. It's even more sad It's still an issue. And indidnt realize in the song and video his crush is straight or perhaps not...and another issue is ppl still aren't OK with ppl being polyamorous or other things that aren't traditional.

[@JanFrederikdeKlerk]

Truely a unique voice in his generation, not to mention that he is a exceptional song writer.

[@leif1075]

What makes his writing exceptional?

[@MicheliniDan]

I’m so ready for the new album and can’t stop listening to Andrew!

[@dimitrovajunkie]

I feel like I've been transported back to a concert with one of those singer-songwriters from the 70s--Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, etc. A lot of groovy folksy vibes. A brilliant move on his part.

[@zenexx96]

his control is amazing!

[@risearkin2491]

Love this song. He’s so talented and has such a beautiful voice

[@ginawagner6956]

His voice is butter, great talent! and I LOVE this song. So happy # TheView is helping to end the stigma with this wonderful, loving community! Good on you View!!!!!

[@songsfromcarly]

This song has been on repeat since I heard it ❤

[@bryanariza1063]

Same here!

[@hugho936]

What a voice! Big fan of Ben Platt !

[@JanFrederikdeKlerk]

The official music video is tear jerking as its so relatable to every gay man. WELL DONE BENNY

[@PatriciaOBoyle-se8zp]

...and woman. Wow. This brought up so many painful, anguishing memories. And I'm in my 70's. Aside from that, what a masterful song-writer he is.

[@leif1075]

Hownis it relatable to every gay man exactly? And what makes it masterful?

[@JanFrederikdeKlerk]

@@leif1075 if you don't get within the song then you won't get at all. But from my perspective if you watch the official music video of this song you will see that this song is about a gay boy who really likes a boy who is straight most if not all gay men I know had a crush on straight men. And even thou we life in modern times this is a secret that every gay boy/man must keep for multiple obvious reasons. When it comes to Ben Platt his talent is only outmatched by his relatable humanity and modesty. He writes, compose and sings music that would effortlessly fit into the best music of a bygone era but yet it's catching which makes relevant to today's youngsters. This makes him yes a master of his graft. If you listen and look properly his music mirrors music of the big musicians who stood the test of time. Elton John, Barry Gibbs, Freddie Mercury Paul McCartney, John Lennon just to name a few. I also find that this specific song is extremely haunting and lingering and find myself often humming the tune which in turns prove my point of its lasting longevity.

[@JanFrederikdeKlerk]

I should also add this man sings with so much emotion which transcends to the listener. Music comes from every fibre of his DNA

[@lamusiclover2264]

@@leif1075 You asked the same question above and it was answered, so why are you asking it again?

[@caitlynmlodzik3164]

This man is an ARTIST

[@lashendawest7509]

We love ben platt

[@douglaswild3852]

AMAZING!! Great song! Can’t wait to hear the rest of the album.

[@heatherdizzle339]

I love Ben so much..His voice hits me in my heart. ❤

[@lma8138]

Amazing Performance! I love his voice so much, it gives me peace.

[@kellimalueg7182]

Same

[@murther4906]

You do know that most of it was pre-recorded backing tracks, don't you?

[@PassionGrows]

I love how he closes his eyes when he sings. He really feels the music .

[@vinitradutor]

OMG! All I wanted tonight! I was literally just talking to a friend of mine how I wished Ben started performing Andrew on TV shows. And here he is! ❤

[@martinhumble]

We all look forward to this segment. Without these performances our lives would mean nothing. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Your banjo and song is more than perfect. Its flawless. Jesus is envious

[@danicntno]

Love him so much!!

[@fundifferent1]

Well, he wasn't lying when he said he was inspired by stevie nix and fleetwood mac.

[@neilpeterson9195]

I'm also getting Paul Simon.

[@yourpetyourway]

All I can hear is the James Taylor-esque of the song. Nice.

[@yourpetyourway]

@@neilpeterson9195 right! James Taylor too

[@fundifferent1]

@@yourpetyourway Yeah, in the interview portion he mentioned all those names as the inspiration.

[@j.a.whittler6983]

A very, very 60s and 70s americana vibe for sure! 😊

[@JJANN580]

So beautiful the melody the voice the message 💜🌹

[@michaelbudde2352]

As always your music, voice and lyrics touches me me so deeply that it feels like I need this like the air I breathe…you REALLY push my emotional button like no one else can do….except my last boyfriend…who pushed my buttons too….but that’s a different story 😎

[@TashieRags]

This is marvelous!

[@sandramerenda6603]

Just simply …. Beautiful ❤

[@jaqenhghar2446]

Sounds so much better here, without the autotune / modulations.

[@GrantMeidal]

So many of my thoughts when I was at that stage in my young life

[@_rat_5758]

Feeling this right now. Going through it currently

[@kelynnrose4653]

Yay Ben!!! ❤

[@robertsmith9080]

"you don't want to kiss me, cause I'm not at all, like the girls in your posters that hang on your wall" - guts me EVERY time. i'm in tears every time I hear this song. . such a beautiful catharsis, and I so wish this had been out when I was going thru my first crush and was confused, terrified, and heartbroken.

[@14beautifulpeople]

His voice resembles the late John Denver. Beautiful voice!

[@sekenamcmurren2217]

😂I was just thinking the same. Ben has a beautiful voice! Rip John Denver! 🙏🏼🎶

[@DavidMiller-kf1ss]

Joni Mitchell, too.❤

[@jorgealejandro672]

Wow. This is a really pretty song

[@eastcoastgranny5844]

Gave me the vibe of Seals and Croft 💕

[@singluna888]

I love to hear him sing. He's full of joy.

[@lynseylou7318]

I've loved this guys voice since River

[@bbsteele671]

I love this song!

[@angelicabaca1563]

Great!! Loved it!!

[@marianneh9868]

Nice!!!

[@kingcobrarules8117]

His mom jeans were to die for!

[@fundifferent1]

They're back in fashion with Gen z

[@MissSweetness969]

Makes me think of the song "Beautiful Boy" by J. Lennon....Different meanings but both are beautiful songs

[@TH-9448]

OMG! LOL. Took me a second to realize that Ben featured on Will & Grace, as Will's fling. Season 9, Ep 2 (Who's Your Daddy)

[@TheJamesOPhillips]

There, pre-ordered via Interscope website. Can't wait :-)

[@lester10023]

Well done, Ben!

[@marcelark4413]

Lindooooo ❤

[@akysnii]

Damndrew, indeed.

[@misterscruffle]

Sounds like he is influenced by Sufjan Stevens

[@Smashing_Bumpkin]

Man I love Ben Platt and I understand he wants to get on shows and perform but The View? Really?.. 😢

[@laurawe9055]

Can someone please make a sapphic cover of this? 🥺

[@komalahayes1535]

I see. The MAGATS have entered the chat 🙄

[@danielolson437]

Sorry, but.... 😢😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@murther4906]

Most of the performance was pre-recorded backing tracks. They should have just shown the video.

[@tiboregoldberger6817]

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[@PatriciaOBoyle-se8zp]

Huh?

[@b.k8051]

Cringe WTF is this???????

[@PatriciaOBoyle-se8zp]

Love dude. Unrequited love. Duh

[@SamyAtTheDisco]

Your dad’s childhood story, mate

[@b.k8051]

@@SamyAtTheDisco Pls don't be homophobic.

[@athebaar]

Look the other way. End and get off.

[@b.k8051]

@@athebaar it's so bad lol