Vocal Coach Analysis: Both IAM TONGI performances - American Idol Top 3

[@ahlanti]

With Iam it’s about connecting with the audience, and that is his gift, his genuine tone delivery although without formal training he still delivers. He will need to improve his range and challenge himself to go higher and be confident with it. I’m biased to him, but for those like you who have higher expectations of his vocal potential and agility, want him to go more. I agree with you on that aspect. Iam can be much more and I believe he will, as you said, he needs to be surrounded by those that can help get him there.

[@JohanBesterYourVocalCoach]

Thanks for your feedback - I appreciate it!

[@sellysnyman294]

For a 18yr old who had no training to sing and to capture people hearts. IAM is good, and if you can't see that, then don't criticize. He will become one of the great singers because Iam's heart is into it. IAM IS GREAT.

[@joeyjoe7930]

No one is criticizing him! He is really good and everyone agrees. His singing is powerful and emotive. However, from the standpoint of vocals and performance, there is room for improvement. Most professionals (in any field) work on their skills throughout their lives. So don’t mistake constructive criticism with criticism.

[@ilaisaanelikiliki9575]

@Joey Joe sure who cares about his criticism.The world loves Iam.He is singing with his real voice n natural not trying to be someone else..

[@ilaisaanelikiliki9575]

Whatever your cr a p criticism is the thing is he won American idol

[@joeyjoe7930]

@@ilaisaanelikiliki9575 It’s just a show! You don’t need to get so worked up about American Idol. Iam’s career has just started. No one is criticizing him. He did a great job and deserves to win. Everyone agrees.

[@conservationconversationsh5251]

He captured the hearts of millions of people around the world. He definitely needs a great team around him now to keep growing and honing his skills. If you listened to his life story, it’s not just about losing his dad. They struggled financially like many people in Hawaiʻi, which is crazy expensive. This is why they had to pick up and leave their home. If there’s little money for essentials, there’s definitely no money for voice lessons. Maybe now he’ll have that chance. Go Iam!!

[@fatgronk5516]

Sometimes story tellers artist who sing from there souls and hearts who touch the world you will remember forever. It's not about having a voice that can sing all levels of mountains. It's about reaching people, healing people, and giving this crazy world we live in hope. Thank you for touching all of us iam well deserved ! AMERICAN IDOL WINNER 2023🎉🎉🇹🇴❤️

[@cherylalt101]

Beautiful comment. I love Iam and wish him great success on his journey.

[@cubnation]

*I AGREE A THOUSAND PERCENT! JUST LISTEN TO THE LATE, GREAT JIM CROCE AND HARRY CHAPIN!*

[@sarahghaly7677]

I was looking for Iam’s videos, and you showed up on my search, I got bored listening to your critique💃🏻 You have zero Charisma for the camera!

[@oldsoul4811]

All the crap talkers are on here because they can't stand the fact that IAM actually has alot of fans worldwide😂😂😂talk pooh all u want because ur criticism doesn't even matter at this point 😂😂some ppl are just so narrowminded

[@ilaisaanelikiliki9575]

Exactly where did you appear from crap talk.Just pop out at the last minute n bla bla.

[@Kava650]

Facts lol

[@judiestanley1312]

Well...he chose that song because it represents his culture and I'm super proud of what he does as a fellow Polynesian....thank you for your reaction on his performance cause he is the AMERICAN IDOL 2023!!!!!!🔥🥰😍🤩💖💖💖

[@larse9999]

Iam tongi doesn't need powerful vocals, excessive runs, flashy clothes, nor exaggerated stage performances to give a touching and emotionally powered performance or a joyful one. There were several idol contestants who were vocal powerhouses, but their songs felt hollow. Although they were great singers, their performances didn't feel as genuine, and the songs didn't always match their personalities or life experiences. I for one was sick of country singers. May as well be called Country Idol instead of American Idol from the artists that have been turned out lately. We Ani and others who were not country were eliminated, except for Ian. Glad he got to play some Hawaiian influenced music. I love the island vibe and "Jawaiian" music that was performed. About time we heard something a little different and something not overly performed or technical. Sometimes people just want to hear music from the heart.

[@stormXviper]

What I find interesting about Iam's performances is that your reaction is actually boring. It's not about belting the song, doing a run tricks with your vocals or wearing the best extravangant outfit for the performance you wear. It's how you deliver the song and connect with people. Anyone can sing. It's how you tell the story with the song. He's different from any other contestant and stayed true to himself. All throughout his journey, he wore slippers. He didn't need to impress anyone. He went to AI for his dad and he dedicated the song to his dad.

[@markarnold2257]

Do remember its not personal, this is more analyticall. Were most give an emotional reaction that agree's with everyone, this bloke talks from a professional perspective. So long as he's consistent with others which I am sure he is.

[@mtongi13]

He won!! Eat your heart out! 😂

[@randallreece3636]

Will enjoy listening to him on my next cruise ship with huge buffet

[@ce7768]

You said better than I would have.

[@TheProtestantPope]

Winning is only half of the goal. The actual real goal is to become a successful commercial artist selling tonnes of songs and performing internationally as well as longevity plus a good legacy. The days of winners of AI such as Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood have past. These days some of the "losers" can and have become more successful than most of AI winners just look at Jennifer Hudson (pop), Chris Daughtry (rock), Gabby Barrett (country), Kellie Pickler (country) and others. If Iam is smart he would broaden his vocal skills and become more versatile. There is nothing wrong with what he does now but a good singer or even a better artist has options.....quite plenty of them so they can mix things up with variety. For example Paul McCartney in his youth can sing like Iam in "Yesterday" and in "And I Love Her" but he can do other things as well such as in "Oh Darling". This business is extremely competitive and rewards those who work hard and improve their craft. Those who stay complacent very often withers away into obscurity although they may have had some great moments. The hard work begins now and smart career choices must be made to avoid being the flavor of the month only kinda artist.

[@JohanBesterYourVocalCoach]

@@TheProtestantPope This is a brilliant perspective! Thanks for sharing!

[@larse9999]

​​​@@TheProtestantPope well there was IZ Kamakawiwaole. Maybe you dont know him as an artist but I can bet you've heard his music in commercials and in several movies. He has passed away, but his voice was an instrument, and it lives on in his music. Many a talented singer has been forgotten as time passes, but that doesnt lessen their achievements, their work, nor how they touched their listeners. Plenty of youngsters don't know the artists I grew up on, but that doesn't diminish them in my eyes. It sounds like you are rooting for him to fail. No matter what lies in his future, at this point in time, he captured peoples hearts and accomplished a great feat. Getting people to notice a simple island boy with a great big heart and a tiny uke and parlor guitar. Put that in your pipe and smoke it! Lol

[@cpangws]

When Iam Tongi sing, he sings with feeling of truthfulness with his heart without all the unnecessary fancy fluff where ordinary human beings can understand the beautiful feelings or groove of the story and the moment within themselves that just feels good. I don't understand why you can't feel the beauty of Iam Tongi Voice as it is! Maybe you rather hear the fluff instead of concentrating the true detail of what the song is about. The world can do with out of all the fluff (BS) that goes on through one's life daily. That why Iam Tongi is now officially crowned the 2023 American Idol. 🥰❤🤟🙏🎉🎊

[@JohanBesterYourVocalCoach]

You say "I don't understand why you can't feel the beauty of Iam Tongi Voice as it is!" Please listen to ALL of what I said - I repeated multiple times in my review how his voice affects people, including me 😊

[@lauriekepaa8464]

Yea with fluff then people think you fake I agree with you

[@Hanzothagod]

Iam is like an Adele, Capaldi, Sheeran etc, Adele isn’t a Grande, Rihanna, Beyonce, Capaldi isn’t a Drake, Chris Brown etc but they are still superstars, those performers stand there and deliver because they know how to tell stories and evoke emotions with there voices, exactly what 18 year old Tongi does.

[@kisalei]

Well said!💯

[@leeannewilson5557]

Congratulations Iam Tongi You Are A Gift To The World 🌎

[@venuswalker8341]

NO, singing high notes is not always pleasing to hear because it tends to become screaming VOICE. IAM TONGI,IS THE PERFECT VOICE .

[@cassiep5363]

I’m sorry I have to say this I understand you’re a vocal coach and you are here to give your take on the performances. The way you say Iam is the same and stands there with his big frame and sounds the same all the time. This is Iam, this is why we all love him and his voice, he sings from his heart. The type of music he sings fits his style. Some of the great artists like Paul Simon, or James Taylor they stand still also. Iam could sing a book to me and I would listen. I know your favorite is Megan Danielle, but Iam Tongi is the new 2023 American Idol. He’s only 18 years old and has done an excellent job. I watch all the reactions from other voice coaches and teachers that react to his songs and they are feeling it like we all do. This young man is fracturing a lot of souls when he sings just like Lionel Ritchie said.

[@Waynes-xt9gr]

im glad my dr. is a wahine....

[@blueangel2717]

This guy is just chasing clout 😆 should call himself the clout vocalist 👀🤦🏽

[@kawikacantbedenied2667]

Im wit you. Im hawaiian from ewa on oahu. Hes a voice that changes the world.. like bruddah iz... rest in peace ohana. This guy is only doing this for clicks or hes tone def. Pay no mind to this person. Chee-hoo

[@cassiep5363]

YESSSAH.

[@lolitanardo8508]

Giving Racist Vibes👊

[@atamu4]

You can’t compare island voices to other voices it’s just different.

[@seluvaiafunaki5838]

Yes, bare in mind, Island voice is way different from others. Mostly they connect to people whether you open your eyes or close it n delivered their messages. He is only 18 years old no vocalist training he is natural n pure. I understand your reactions from your point of view but we do it the island way n it captivated the hearts of the listeners. To me he is fine n a humble one.

[@joyceteofernandez-qd7hf]

Congratulations Iam🎉 Like Katy Perry said, "Don't ever change". Stay humble 🤙Much alohas 🌺

[@d.d.jacksonpoetryproject]

Please dear God don't let him have a "team" around him guiding him vocally as you suggest - just let the dude sing from the heart. Sometimes that's enough.

[@OTHDogDad]

Rules don't make people feel. Art makes people feel. Iam is not a technical singer--he could never be a backup singer. But that's why the walk from the back of the stage to the front of the stage is 20 feet most people will never travel.

[@Zdub811]

Ian’s voice is like buttah. Btw some of the best things in life are simple, and comforting. It’s more relatable than you think

[@nickfury8499]

You did not saying anything bad about the guy but your facial expressions had shown it all. You might as well not have chosen the guy for this vocal coach analysis video.

[@trixsijean5838]

Crazy is we watched him work through the loss of his father. On tv, super vulnerable. People related to him cause they’ve lost someone special recently even. To watch someone process the death of his father on tv is surreal.

[@Katrina2446]

You don't understand connection if your critique is only about vocal ability.

[@Luv2make2]

There are millions of folks who voted and appreciate Iam as an artist and performer. He is 18 years old and like fine wine, he will mature and can only get better. I enjoyed the simplicity in his performances. No fanfare needed because he touched the hearts of so many as a soulful and genuine performer. Your review was sad to watch because among other things, you lacked the background of this fine young lad. Your harsh criticism will NOT earn you viewers.

[@randallreece3636]

you are taking his evaluation of his singing personally. This is what he does. He said similar things about artists that I like. I'm not offended like a spoiled child. It's his channel and he gives HIS opinion on the voice and the artist. Get over it and grow up.

[@Luv2make2]

@@randallreece3636 "get over it and grow up"? That's a mature statement.

[@triplevee808]

@@randallreece3636 Yeah its his channel. But we still have the rights to voice our opinions on his take. I strongly disagree with him. In fact, just because he offers a critical view doesn't make him an expert. Heck, I can do that and start a KZbin channel.

[@jjwashington3872]

Vocal coaches on KZbin are the funniest. Don't have the talent to do big things but have the nerves to judge the ones that do. 😂😂

[@lindasuarez1050]

Millions of people … millions … around the globe have fallen in love with this young man … his voice, his presence, his soul. Millions. Funny … a mere 11.7k know about you. Your critique is absurd.

[@SamoaMatalasi101]

😂😂😂😂😂 totally agree linda

[@EllenHurstfoxx]

Iam Tongi is exactly where all his fans loves about him. No faking just authenticity true to himself and to the world. No exaggeration just to be accepted and love from the society were too many fakes. I know he can go far with his singing career and hope he continues to be around good and genuine people and not let Hollywood ruin his authenticity ❤

[@JohanBesterYourVocalCoach]

Great comment, thank you! I agree 😊

[@mander40101]

You make it sound like everything positive about Iam is a negative! The purpose of music is to make the listener FEEL something. Music isn't all about the technical ability of the singer. It's about the heart, soul and passion of the singer. Why should he change a thing if what he's doing is already working?

[@EllenHurstfoxx]

I could not agree more!

[@Kahumpton11]

Some other boring voices include Bing Crosby and Michael buble but a specific type of people love them and can listen to them over and over 👀 I want to hear you sing lol

[@fj6763]

😂😂😂 iam his new song #1 on iTunes...

[@lauriekepaa8464]

Iam is perfect the way he is! Are you offended because his from HAWAII EAT YOUR HEART OUT HE WON! Judges didn’t think differently like you!

[@SamoaMatalasi101]

totally agree with you 😂😂😂😂

[@kolohe4169]

Iam sings to people’s Hearts and you need one to enjoy him.

[@dch.projects]

And yet, who are you? We need storytellers not vocal acrobats. We already had a Whitney, Celine, Mariah. And, so many great storytellers who just sat or stood there with their guitar.

[@TheProtestantPope]

Ed Sheeran does stadium tours standing there with a mic and acoustic guitar using a loop pedal. Stadium tours of such a kind is unheard of before he did it.

[@dch.projects]

@@TheProtestantPopeYeah, that's not true. I won't make assumptions about your experiences and how long you've been on this planet to draw such a conclusion, but I've been attending concerts for over 40 years and Sheeran was not first solo artist to stand on a stage with his guitar in front of large audiences. Bottom line is, we don't need every sounding the same or copying others. If you don't like it, move along.

[@TheProtestantPope]

@@dch.projects Oy Sheeran is the first one touring stadiums mainly singing with only an acoustic guitar and you forget this part that I also said.....A LOOP PEDAL! Name anyone else who tours stadiums worldwide and just busk on stage with a LOOP PEDAL. NOBODY does that in stadiums anywhere around the world.

[@dch.projects]

@@TheProtestantPope Brah, you need to go educate yourself with some music history. I believe I've already mentioned examples such as James Taylor, Cat Stevens, Don McClain, Dan Fogelberg, all long before Sheeran was around, add John Mayer, Sting, Jose Feliciano. Kenny Loggins, Johnny Cash, John Denver, to that list. All unique voices with a guitar and a story to tell. If you insist on missing the point, that's your choice, but I don't have time to go hunt for it with you in the bushes behind your head that it flew over. Adios. Aloha oe. Ciao. Pau.

[@TheProtestantPope]

@@dch.projects LOOP PEDAL! That's the part you don't get. Show me a KZbin video where these people performs in stadiums the way Ed Sheeran perform in stadiums.....YOU CAN'T. Oh wait a minute I don't think you know what a LOOP PEDAL is! LOL

[@rubyhernandez6242]

This man seems like he's against Iam Tongi songs !!! WHO IN The hell is this man . And does this man sing himself.

[@cassiep5363]

This guy/vocal coach or whatever, his voice is annoying when he sings, so no i don’t believe he can sing. Seems jealous of Iam.

[@saabeshima]

If you are looking for a Kelly Clarkson or Whitney Houston, that is not Iam. Megan sand Journey and it was not good fit IMO. To be able to obtain 16m views for his audition is crazy. It touched so many hearts. This world is hurting. The US is in complete crises and we need some healing. Island style music is very much this slow pace riding along in your car, crusing (it's why Hawaii is a No1 travel destination). Island artists here write about food (we love our food) and just cool and relaxing. Country singers has been winners the last 5 yrs on AI even the Voice. It's why I stopped watching AI. I only came back for Iam. Aloha!

[@triplevee808]

People love Hawaii because we aren't like the rest America, with all the racial tension and gun violence going on. To me thats a good thing.

[@nuutusani7852]

That's why people loved him coz he is being himself.

[@TheintrovertAunty]

Soo freakin true!!!

[@evangelinedongalen2791]

IAM is our american Idol ❤

[@tevida08]

Funny how you just came out and react while he’s already crowned. Your reactions is irrelevant.

[@teresitarousseau5217]

Iam surprises me he tops himself all the time❤

[@rommelvelasco28]

To most people singing is like telling a story…..if the story is felt and understood and it touches your soul…then the delivery was exquisite…beautiful…and well understood. Singing is not only trying to reach all the notes and performing on stage….but rather a message conveyed by the singer is well received by the audience ….that’s a successful singer! You could be an opera singer..hip hop artist…🎉country singer…gospel singer…rock and roll….jazz…or any kind of genre….as long as you can convey the message and well receive by the audience…..success is at hand! IAM is an artist….an artist does not have to be extra fancy in performing….he just have to be HIMSELF and AUTHENTIC and SIMPLE! CONGRATULATIONS IAM for winning American Idol! Your fans await your songs , concerts…..and life goes on….however you are making the difference in everyone’s life!

[@sbsk2526]

His fans going to get all over you for this haha… but I think Iam needs to be critiqued on something, all season long the judges only praised him for every song no critiques.. would be nice to see if there’s anything he could work on, he’s only 18 imagine when he’s 28 how polished this guy will become..

[@NAAND1N1]

I never got the impression that he’s out here trying to be the best vocalist. He’s just doing what he loves, and millions of people gravitate to it.

[@emaexodus5429]

I’m sensing a trend here with your reaction/review lol. But to each their own 🤷🏽‍♀️. I know his performances always touched me. I don’t know what it is about him…some voices just trigger feelings I guess! So happy he won and am so excited to see what happens as he continues his journey 🙏☮️

[@Brotherlee546]

Iam won and he did it without all the extra you go on about here. But Since you seem to think so highly of yourself and your ability then I suppose we will see you win American idol next season aye champ?

[@TheProtestantPope]

Iam did it with a huge sob story matched by an emotional audition connected to that story. This provided him with a huge lift from the very start and that's one reason why he blew up from the beginning on KZbin. Without that his talent alone will not make him go viral. FACTS! LOL

[@TheProtestantPope]

@@islandgirl8834 ROFLMAO they are all facts though.....nobody is lying here. Some people just choose to be selective with which facts they are willing to accept. And that is the difference that matters.

[@Brotherlee546]

@@TheProtestantPope America voted and Iam won. That is the only fact here. Good day boofhead

[@manutuufangabrown5873]

@@TheProtestantPope I just hope you realize that when people vote for the next American Idol, everything apart of them is why people support them. Someone telling their story and why they ended up auditioning on a musical show is not a sob story. Iam’s story is not the only aspect of him that everyone is drawn to and it did not make him win. It was him as a whole person his personality, the way he presented himself, the companionship with the other contestants, the talent and his ability to emotionally connect with people. Please you’re basically saying that his dad passing away is literally the reason why he went viral.

[@cyndigooch1162]

​@@manutuufangabrown5873 I totally agree with your extremely well written comment and the many people who've mentioned that Iam Tongi won because of his story seem to have missed that other contestants had traumatic experiences and/or losses as well, including Megan Danielle, who missed her grandfather. ❤

[@ofelialopez3724]

Sour graping , because your choice lost😅

[@takakokeller6890]

I’m glad none of contestants in American Idol had this outdated vocal coach, or the show would’ve been so boring.

[@kidhooligan]

@karismaperformingarts - your commentary bores me…. You are clearly not impressed by Iam Tongi and don’t understand why people are voting for him because his vocal performance doesn’t invigorate you. You are very clear about this in your thumbnail for this video (which is clickbait for sure). As a vocal coach, isn’t part of being a great singer having the ability to take you places? You enjoy Iam’s voice in the upper register but wouldn’t it be boring if he always sung up there? And wouldn’t that be confusing? The choices he makes of where to start and where to bring you and where to leave you off, isn’t that part of vocal artistry? And let’s say he were to be classically trained, don’t you think too much training takes away a singer’s instinct and authenticity? Rather than trying to advertise this video for clicks, maybe just say “not for me”? I think one thing to remember is that this is a competition and that contestants are asked to sing within the confines of what time or even theme allows them - they cannot add a verse you want to hear because you were bored with a verse you’ve already heard; they are trying to win your vote within the time allotted. One thing I really enjoyed about Iam is his song selection. Being from Hawaii, it would be easy for me to see Iam only choose Hawaiian/Polynesian/reggae tunes and stay in that vein but voters would get really bored. The songs he’s chosen throughout the competition were wisely selected and were unexpected considering his background - his song selection clearly shows taste and depth of music knowledge even at the age of 18. His rendition of “Winner Takes it All” was eye opening for me because at surface, I’d be hard pressed to believe anyone could really move someone with an Abba song that doesn’t normally have dance rhythm -- but there goes Iam putting his own vision and making it his own. Give credit where credit is due - don’t incite because you enjoy click numbers. By the way - all KZbin reactors should really thank AI and Iam Tongi because they’ve really drawn viewer numbers to otherwise lukewarm channel numbers. Just a thought

[@fj6763]

Yes we love him 100% we don't love haters like you... 😂😂😂 you funny 😂😂

[@brigittakehlati]

Thank you for your advice. My cats 🐈 jumped up and down and meow and said It's time for you to go 😄 🤣 😂 😆 😄 🤣 😂 😆. Iam 🏆 🥇 🏅 🏆 🥇 🏅 🏆 🥇 🏅 🏆 🥇

[@raselafeliciano5564]

Yet the other singers sing high perfect notes BUT no connection. Pitch perfect doesn't mean beans when you don’t feel the words and meaning of the song. So, No. He does not need to get high notes to get a WOW effect. When he connects the emotions of the audience to the delivery of the song then that's PERFECT PITCH. When you sing worship songs, you are not performing, you are WORSHIPPING. Nothing to do with doing high falsettos and what not. It’s whats coming from the heart. He will grow and develop his voice at the right time and place. God's timimg. Sing from the heart and soul and let the Spirit do the rest. My humble thoughts.

[@Learning1625]

Lyrics and words are so meaningful, and to me whatever kind of sound it plays I don’t care as long as words and what the message the song lyrics it’s trying to express feelings,sadness,happiness,love,hate,or whatever.it’s like telling a reality or fiction..it’s not the voice,no matter what good a person voice is ,if the song has no value or meaning,it’s a waist of time,it won’t climb the billboard top 1 …or sell millions of its records,oh wait I think 🤔 16 millions votes..he won the American idol..so your information nah lame 🙄😁

[@brookejones2827]

I love him, but there is definitely more under that hood!

[@johnkaleopa96]

he doesn't need a high voice like Michael if that what u looking for 😅😅

[@leahmates3659]

What a dissapointing analysis! Being technical- doesn’t make the art … ….Art comes from the heart!… … Go Iam… if great singers like Lionel Ritchie / Katy and Luke believed and were moved by your art… an unknown vocal coach… 2 cent analysis is irrelevant!

[@joverih5132]

This guy is jealous about Iam and i can tell his face expression says he is not a good man.

[@brandonhuston4987]

Whats the point of a song if it doesnt connect with people? Most artist are using auto tune.. He won for a reason. And is loved for a reason. He doesnt have to be perfect. Look at jack johnson for example. Very consistent in his vocal range, and has absolutely killed it in the music industry. Its about feeling the music, not perfecting it. You cant teach that..

[@SamoanObsidian]

Ignorance envy’s you. Big frame??? What did you expect Iam to do… the moonwalk??

[@lorijones7961]

Iam won! He's on his way. 💕God is with him.

[@CranberryRaz]

in a time where mumbling. screaming and autotune being mainstream. hearing this beautiful creation is something worthy of even debating if its boring?! This is island music. Do some homework if you can't pick up on the nuances in tone. Every single one of my Polynesian friends carried around ukuleles and would turn any scene into a jam session in a heartbeat, this is how islanders get down.

[@patrickbaisac]

OTHER SINGERS MAY HAVE THE MOST OF THE TECHNIQUES BUT IF IT HAS NO SOULS THEN IT IS NOT MUSIC! IT'S A TRASH... THAT IS WHY IAM WON THE COMPETITION BECAUSE IAM HAS THAT SPIRITUAL GIFT WHICH OTHERS DON'T HAVE... AND THAT IS MORE THAN MUSIC... IT TOUCHES PEOPLE'S SOUL..

[@lamarplacido5343]

first person from my hometown to. Win America Idol I don't wanna hear anything about him

[@mautaumoeanga5785]

🎉🎉 Iam Won🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤ and you need to go visit Hawaii!!! MALO and spend a week or month!!😮😮😮 before it's too late 😅😅 for you, l live in Australia and also went to Hawaii for a visit and I love it every moment Karisma. Go to the Polynesian side and experience the love ❤❤❤. I wish my wife let us move to Hawaii for good!!!😂😂😂

[@lorijones7961]

Iam has A GOD gift and his voice is perfect, that's why heeo💕Empathy 💕

[@ChelseaFilander-ez7mb]

There's nothing much u can say, he's voice is unique and the audience and judges notice it..and he won, thats it

[@rubyparker1418]

Brilliant ❤❤❤❤amazing gift

[@jaysonolayer3515]

That's why he won American idol

[@cvjcg4222]

It’s so funny how many of y’all have very negative opinions abt Iam 😂 you not the one on stage, sit down 😂😂

[@cyndigooch1162]

CGC Luckily, I've noticed that there are millions more positive comments everywhere about sweet as Iam Tongi and some of the people who write negative ones just enjoy upsetting other fellow humans! They're brave in a way though, because they'd know that they'll probably be inundated with fans who are out to get them, so to speak. 😊

[@MartinezFAMHawaii]

True musician can sing and play the instrument, He is the one.

[@Vicious_Species]

I'd choose Iam over all those wannabes and same 'ol same 'ol crap.

[@zepkauvaka8316]

may be you miss the whole point of what is music is supposed to do!! the song is reminicent of Iam's island of Hawaii. THAT'S why he's chosen it... For mother's day, that song is perfect.. Like I said, you MISS the whole point of what music is supposed to do !!

[@brettogata4410]

Not sure what you think about IZ? Mahalo.

[@carolinepascua3263]

Never get bored! I always want more! I can listen to him alone all day all night! He is the real idol ok🤩 You are actually the boring reactor🤣😂😅 I just passby to write this comment but never even watch u react to him 😝

[@aceman45jahn123]

Its a song that ignites my heart and envites my my ears to listen... Its a song not a noise

[@MarieLuaki]

Thank you sir for your analysis. You are a voice coach yes so what? ......IAM speaks to the soul of people when he sings and that alone is a feat that I don't think you will ever be able to achieve. The music the song, it's free, there is no limit as long as you manage to bring out the emotions. It's the man who puts limits in everything and that's why the mind is like this. IAM succeeded, he won because he went back to basics, that is to say, to bring people together and have a very pleasant time and above all to tell stories while singing .... to succeed in doing that, this is phenomenal!!!!! when you release a song I hope you will have so many views and fans and likes .... since you certainly remain within codes that must be respected. IAM has talent, no need to make notes that go beyond the sky to enter the codes that man establish...Tssssss.......finally Mr. don't see a heart to understand that what he sings does it come from the heart? .....I wish you good continuation in what you do and God bless you 🙏

[@estherchung5514]

This vocal old coach is just a lonely old dude who has many unfulfilled dreams hence he is very critical of IAm. We sympathize with you.

[@mearip6116]

vocal coach😂who did you teach Lionel Ritchie😅 singing...Lionel probably say excuse me Mr Vocal coach man🤣

[@rickphineasa3072]

Okay🤦🏾‍♂️ So ure telling me Lional Ritchie and Katy Perry thinks contrary to you and ure opinion is on point - okay🤦🏾‍♂️ This 18 yo kid has more bravery then u would have, when ure commenting from ure no name room. This kid tells the story right and it heals. I think the technical singing market is saturated and the world needs realness as oppose to acrobatical vocals with no soul, theres enough of that already.

[@sellysnyman294]

IAM WON. ❤❤❤❤

[@lguiwoguiwo9443]

I wonder what you gonna say now🤣?

[@KevinGoodheart-Art]

I enjoy listening to your comments and thank you for doing this, sometimes less is more and maybe its best if he isn't influenced by a team thinking he needs to do more. Iam Tongi is now on an artists journey, who knows what will unfold

[@JohanBesterYourVocalCoach]

I appreciate your feedback - thank you!

[@tepileota478]

Sorry we're Polynesians you don't understand the vibes of the pacific islanders

[@irenehumphries1910]

He is wonderful

[@brotherman6438]

🤫 Don't Judge you if not the judge. So 🤐 Maybe you're boring singer.

[@kalolindsesega1641]

I thought you a a couch teacher but I think you don't know what you talking about he's singing from he's heart it's really sad your comments about Iam he's winning anyway it's better for you to keep yr appearing to yourself

[@CarrieTucker]

Poor lil bald white man. You are too too simple. Bless your heart.

[@lamarplacido5343]

Really he's only 18

[@ChelseaFilander-ez7mb]

What do u know, i bet u can't sing like and never will cos he is one of a kind

[@melanietuhoro5266]

THERE HATERS WAS SAID HE DIDNT HAVE THE FEEL SORRY FOR ME HE WAS REAL HE ONLY 18 AS THIS GUY SAID HE NEEDS THE TRAINING

[@angelo7124]

He only going get better

[@ettawalker6168]

Iam voice is the gift from God who cares about your opinions no need I

[@triplevee808]

Your too critical. Maybe people want to hear simplicity and authenticity rather than the boring Celine Dion and Whitney Houston style of singing. You say your a vocal coach. But you offer no positive and construction solutions and only criticism.

[@cadesfamilytime1675]

Ya that’s it it’s all about you the heart the vibe the natural talent . He fits the mold for his music type

[@randyjacobson2873]

If anyone is boring, it's this vocal coach!!!

[@kingtulafale]

Anointing makes the difference

[@patrickbaisac]

I WILL JUST REPORT THIS CONTENT.

[@ofelialopez3724]

Trying to be controversial to attract more viewers😁.. Iam is people's choice and this so called 'voice coach' can't change the fact, IAM won.. the 2023 American idol 😊

[@EdsonCabuyadao]

U must be so good but no one must like your vocal skills

[@EdsonCabuyadao]

Let us know when u can sing to people

[@debraknorenberg1163]

What is training if you can't freestyle om? Overcoming boundaries, creativity, requires freestyle abiities... as well as training of course. So thanks for the constructive critcism for this amazing Braddah from Hawaii. If a song and a singer can't make the listener, smile, cry, feel... something within then... well... that's when freestyle gotta' give om that little bit extra...

[@throwthe9route92]

Could you please vocal analyze Bob Dylan or Joan Baez? Thank you.

[@throwthe9route92]

…and Gordon Lightfoot.

[@patsyburnett]

I think your wrong