Why God why - Miss Saigon Manila 2000

The song is performed by Will Chace,who portrayed Chris at the Miss Saigon production in Manila,in 2000.This is the best quality I could find.
***I do not own anything.All rights belong to the creators of the show.

[@johnwhiting5747]

Will Chase colors each word of each lyric with profundity of the story. He is the very best Chris, ever.

[@raesmith2164]

He packs so much expression and emotion in each and every single word of the song. That last note kills me every single time. It's like he's nearly screaming in absolute agony.

[@lepetitchat123]

Goosebumps galore...

[@iAmMadeOfSoup]

I wish he was on the cast recording. I can’t stand the British guy

[@blankacct2703]

But have you seen Lea Salonga sing this song? Absolutely amazing.

[@Emma-pt2gi]

Urm Alistair Brammer is so much better!

[@denisewendt8580]

Will Chase excelled as Chris in Miss Saigon. He has a beautiful voice and he sang and acted with conviction. I thought he was the perfect partner for Kim(Lea Solonga). They both were so great together and the chemistry between these two was so natural. Loved him without his shirt on in this scenario and his "Why God Why" was just SUPERB. You could feel his pain, and I have to say I love this unforgettable piece of music.

[@Tonya57Ja]

I had never heard of Will Chase before I stumbled onto this video. I don't get it, why is he not more well known? This is one of the best things I've ever seen, the perfect marriage of singing and acting.

[@Sarah.Riedel]

Will Chase *made* this role for me...I was never hugely into musicals as a teenager but after I saw his performance in 1998 as Roger in RENT on Broadway (I caught him totally by chance during a weekend matinee when he was the understudy for the main actor) my entire perception of music theater changed. A year later I saw he had been cast as the main role for Chris in Miss Saigon, so I asked my parents to take me for my 16th birthday. His performance FLOORED me. The way he belts out that hanging high note at 4:11 literally makes my heart race, it's such an exhilarating moment, like you don't want him to even GET to the last note lol...to be able to draw out that much emotion and drama from just a single note, it's sheer talent. The whole libretto is beautiful, but to me the recorded version and other performers just don't nail that G to F# like this. Just, wow.

[@MiracleWinchester]

Sarah Riedel breathtaking

[@Kams-ls4tx]

I recently watched the 25th anniversary of Miss Saigon in a movie theater but by god Will Chase trumps any Chris any day. Acting and singing is just so on point. Really sad I wasn't able to see him perform live when he did it in Manila ( thwarted by age). His Chris watching Kim sleeping and looking conflicted AF just stirs something in me.

[@salmansaga2686]

Chris, watching Kim sleep, asks God why he met her just as he was about to leave Vietnam ("Why, God, Why?").

[@raesmith2164]

Why, God, why.... am I so obsessed with this song?

[@schatzi45]

I feel the same way. It brought back so many memories.I met my husband in 1963 while he was stationed in Germany. No war but he was so handsome in his uniform. We were married for 53 years till he past away in 2017.

[@MrsKray]

I can't stop listening to this, I love allistair branner but this chris is just breathtaking 😭😍

[@john-paulmichelangelo5180]

The story of Chris in Miss Saigon is my story had I gone to Vietnam and I wept like a baby when I took nephew Brad to see it in New York City. Everyone should experience the exhilarating spectacle that is Times Square and a Broadway Musical at least once in their lives. But to have such a personal story of what your life could have been come to life on the stage is life and God-affirming.

[@brianeduardo1234]

Very nice acted.....not just a song for song sake.. he really acts it

[@johnwhiting5747]

Will Chase is still the very best Chris. He is sexually powerful, convincing, and a totally flawless performer who acts, sings, and expresses the character fully. Bravo to him.

[@nikdelapaz3582]

Nothing but respect for MY Chris. #ThechrisofallChris

[@evelynforbes6372]

After watching Will Chase I'm convinced he's the best Chris in Miss Saigon Broadway musical play. Perfect for the role. Amazing!!!!!!!

[@evelynforbes6372]

Another superb very entertaining interpretation of Will Chase songs rendition of "The Last Night of the World, Sun & Moon, and Why GOD why (& maybe all the rest of the songs of the Broadway musical play) together with equally talented star singer/actress Lea Salonga (original cast) of Miss Saigon. This will be remembered for years and years to come. May the YAHUWAh bless and keep you both !!!!!!!

[@evelynforbes6372]

Simon Bowman & Will Chase are the best to perform Chris in a Broadway musical play Miss Saigon. Both have shown a marvelous ability of interpretation of their roles so well done. Their singing prowess is incredible, convincing, inspiring and entertaining to watch. But Simon Bowman as the original Chris of Miss Saigon had a great impact on this play. Kudos to these two wonderful players! More power and blessings to you both!!!!!!!

[@minniethetzu9930]

I completely agree😊

[@scottlay3547]

What an amazing performance. I am not a big musical guy but will chase embodies this character to the bone. I feel the emotion and connect with it. Thank you for sharing this. Something special.

[@septicarmycarat9197]

I really love how he sang the last lines... How he sang "beauty" kind of softly just hits me in the heart

[@denisewendt8580]

Such a heart wrenching song and performance by Chris(Will Chase). You felt the words which had so much passion and conviction. The ravishes of war, and what many paid for love. This Love Story was so beautiful as well as tragic.

[@harflores7073]

I love Simon but after watching Will over and over I love him more plus they had better chemistry. Watching it again at 2020

[@kieranpoling8127]

His range ❤❤

[@aidanamson8568]

Will is awesome, great acting, singing. The emotion on his face is 2nd to none. Thanks Will, best Chris ever...

[@cmcc-od6uk]

I watched this show in Philadelphia on tour. This song gives me chills, goosebumps every time I hear it!!! Amazing performance!!!!

[@heinrichvisser8518]

Eish man , this man is a dish and that voice, something to wake up every morning.

[@karenchirello6288]

Yeah, Will Chase rules with voice, looks and the style points. Most definitely the most convincing. Who could not fall in love with Chris?

[@ibvghgfvbnbc]

Not to mention when you mention a GI this is the best description of GI. Many Chris actors failed to capture the essence of an American GI, and the reason why Kim still thinks of Chris even after all these years.

[@metsogrand]

Well sung ! best song in the show .

[@annalog002]

This is a brilliant song, which showcases the leading man's vocals and acting, in a powerful solo that reveals Chris's conflicted feelings. My favorite part starts at 3:04, and I find the timing of the lyrics, "Just as long as you don't believe anything," in time with the orchestra very satisfying (3:29). Will Chase performed perfectly during the whole production, and he really looked like he could have been an American GI. He will always be my favorite Chris.

[@sheenee2192]

I wish this guy had more solos, so I won't have to overplay this one.

[@DomSette]

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[@normanfletcher8332]

Wow,, Wow, Will has it all, the voice, the look..

[@reubenfuchs2747]

Why god why did this get me so emotional when I don't even know what this is about??

[@TemuulTK]

His voice here wow.... Effortless. So beautiful.

[@sammysmith586]

Wow, what a mind blowing performance! Every detail executed PERFECTLY. Will Chace is the perfect alpha male for this role. Thank you for uploading.

[@StrmgrXL]

Will Chase is the best Chris and I finally got to see him shirtless too

[@bubbybets9336]

i love this performance so much

[@kitmonares6769]

I reenacted this with my girl once while she was sleeping. I even threw some cash on the bed. Lol she told me I'm so weird

[@angelomolina3681]

Hahaha hilarious

[@elayquimson7727]

Hahahahaha lol 😂

[@eyazeu7982]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@marvelmoore5932]

@ Kit Monares...Too hilarious 🤣😂...I'm surprised she did not get mad at you or offended when you threw cash on the bed...but, she knew you were playing around. 🤣

[@symph2000]

@@marvelmoore5932 Oh I would be happy if I were her! I would love some cash! LOL!

[@karenchirello6288]

He is awesome. So natural with the laughter. So adorable. He must have been fun on set!

[@shigenogoro9937]

One of the best tenor songs

[@tj-nu7iu]

I love this musical & I love this song. Thank you for this upload ❤. I wish I had a singing voice like that

[@mohammadsumndad2559]

who's still here 2019? ❤ it

[@dandm20]

I love this song and his singing. Just beautiful.

[@alma2502]

I can feel his pain and confusion 😍

[@ninahiraeth]

Can you tell what is this about? Thanks!

[@karenchirello6288]

He's just such the perfect Chris! So natural and so much character! I love watching the both of the chemistry! Adorable! Silly and sweet like college sweeties!

[@robertscotty8009]

I'm crying this is pivotal

[@robertscotty8009]

This imo is the best song/ performance in this version

[@jeciel85]

So handsome.

[@jgreen66]

The first (Bowman) and the last (Chase) were the best Chrises.

[@ejque9611]

Agree...100%

[@mollypavilonis5718]

actual perfection

[@KM1212LV]

just amazing acting and singing

[@raesmith2164]

Will Chase singing this song kills me every time

[@JG_XXX27666]

My favorite song in Miss Saigon 😭

[@lepetitchat123]

Is it weird that I like this song a lot as a female? I sing it all the time!

[@HelloWorld-ev9sg]

Well you are free to sing the song especially when you're wondering why certain things happen.

[@Jabroniville]

Lea Salonga (who played in the original cast) also sings it live at her concerts now- she was jealous that the coolest song got to be the guy's, lol.

[@mikan1998ful]

You're an angel. thanks for the upload!!!

[@barbarapatocka4232]

Will was the best Chris bar none His voice, acting everything was amazing !!!

[@simpfelicity2024]

for training purposes: Why does saigon never sleep at night? Why does this girl smell of orange trees? How can I feel good when nothing's right? Why is she cool when there is no breeze? Vietnam You don't give answers, do you friend? Just questions that don't ever end Why God? Why today? I'm all through here, on my way There's nothing left here that I'll miss Why send me now a night like this? Who is the girl in this rusty bed? Why am I back in a filthy room? Why is her voice ringing in my head? Why am I high on her cheap perfume? Vietnam Hey look I mean you no offence But why does nothing here make sense? Why God? Show your hand Why can't one guy understand? I've been with girls who knew much more I never felt confused before Why me? What's your plan? I can't help her - no one can I liked my memories as they were But now I'll leave rememb'ring her When I went home before No one talked of the war What they knew from TV Didn't have a thing to do with me I went back and re-upped Sure Saigon is corrupt It felt better to be here driving for the embassy 'cause here if you can pull a string a guy like me lives like a king just as long as you don't believe anything Why God? Why this face? Why such beauty in this place? I liked my memories as they were But now I'll leave rememb'ring her Just her

[@loidadatu-on3147]

Bleary Owl k

[@dav9612]

thanks

[@lepetitchat123]

Iann Jones happening soon in Hong Kong

[@selinehanlon8383]

Best Chris of all time

[@edinasosing1436]

Agree

[@maryjoydrineas36]

Beautiful Musical " Miss Saigon " so touching !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@debraclemente1003]

Oh my heart and ears 😧💟💕💜🌠😍❤

[@andrewgravagna]

How God does she sleep through that song? That's the real question lol

[@musicaltheatergeek79]

Because in the context of the musical he's not really singing or even speaking aloud. These are just the thoughts in his head, which in musical theater become songs.

[@dav9612]

@@musicaltheatergeek79 he was being sarcastic

[@claire7158]

@@musicaltheatergeek79 r/woosh

[@circehg2177]

Hahahahaha. I was being emotional, then I saw your comment. You ruined it all.

[@QHaq-oh5oe]

@@musicaltheatergeek79 u knew he's being sarcastic rite, but the explanation is helpful thx

[@ErnieCG]

Great singer I felt the music

[@briedewayne071]

For me it's a tie Will Chase & Alistair Brammer. I've seen 5 Chris'..seen the show 11 times..it's my favorite

[@kuyakokssuu]

He’s really good!!!!!

[@vian6010]

Such power amd emotion 😔

[@karenchirello6288]

I loved his passion!

[@heartofglass6802]

Ugh... chills at 4:06

[@solpetines6132]

Handsome actor

[@rrhose04]

His the BEST!

[@rugby8-Philadelphia]

So gloriously done Thank you .....piano part is like Chopin x 100 -- which is meant in a wonderful way Thank you 😎😎😎

[@robertscotty8009]

Will is THEE best

[@GlobalPasssenger]

The best. Unsurpassed!

[@jeciel85]

So manly.

[@helendehanden3379]

It was a so beutiful musical i love it I craid so mutch.

[@alexs.3383]

*cried

[@nengmarquez2213]

Miss Saigon is every good production

[@bearfatty69]

He is the best.

[@joselitodon1073]

He is the guy from Nashville tv musical drama but quite old now... But his voice still good...

[@PikachusKetchup]

Is there any footage of Simon Bowman singing this?

[@azrielatavor6209]

I can’t find his version in Apple Music ! So frustrating !

[@jhonrydc110]

It's as if this song was made for him,

[@PaulyT999]

Claude-Michel Shonberg is a musical genius.

[@dinno64952001]

Bravo

[@ralfiasz]

Magnificent

[@Aya-su8by]

Will Chase isn't Chris. Chris is Will Chase.

[@Doodeedaboodee]

Why does Saigon never sleep at night Why does this girl smell of orange trees How can I feel good when nothing's right Why is she cool when there is no breeze Vietnam, you don't give answers do you friend Just questions that don't ever end Why God, why today I'm all through here on my way There's nothing left here that I'll miss Why send me now a night like this Who is the girl in this rusty bed Why am I back in a filthy room Why is her voice ringing in my head Why am I high on her cheap perfume Vietnam, hey look, I mean you no offense But why does nothing here make sense Why God, show your hand Why can't one guy understand I've been with girls who knew much more I never felt confused before Why me, what's your plan I can't help her, no one can I liked my memories as they were But now I'll leave remembering her When I went home before, no one talked of the war What they knew from tv didn't have a thing to do with me I went back and re-upped, sure Saigon is corrupt It felt better to be here driving for the embassy 'Cause here if you can pull a string, a guy like me lives like a king Just as long as you don't believe anything Why God, why this face Why such beauty in this place I liked my memories as they were But now I'll leave remembering her, just her

[@albertshumate7688]

The belt buckle is wrong.

[@reubenfuchs2747]

The main thing that bothered me about the 25th Anniversary Miss Saigon was how violent and aggressive the Chris was, like unnecessarily so, i really like Will Chase’s, it’s just the right amount to show his frustration but not too much that he seems like he has anger issues

[@tonyquah]

where can i buy / download a HD recording of the Manila Performance? Please assist

[@spidog2216]

Yes , Where

[@anonymousperson560]

I think a copy of the performance is here on youtube.

[@anonymousperson560]

Found it! Here is the First act. kzbin.info/www/bejne/enmklZWFpsSKlbM

[@anonymousperson560]

And here's the second act. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rH2kZ3d3eLKIqpo Hope I could've been of help. :)))

[@malachimizori305]

It's Roger!

[@silkwood12000]

thios geht i my mind l my soul and all of my brean... my breaf stoos for the ove in this song

[@abbiehopson]

Is there a full version of this anywhere?

[@ninahiraeth]

Hi! Did you happened to find it?

[@vlogueiroanimal9]

2020??

[@cheerhoshimura1730]

So something did happen to chris and kim before this scene??

[@musicaltheatergeek79]

They had sex.

[@felmargego2534]

I mean... how else was Tam ever going to be conceived? 😂 jk

[@SlayerNinaFriki]

WTF this is Billy Hargrove's dad in Stranger Things

[@NoOne-tk3ww]

yes and i cant believe im not the only one who noticed knowing he only had one scene lol

[@tararyan7212]

I love Will Chase but I have to say I love Alistair Brammer I think had more emotion and I really wanted to fall in love with him! ❤

[@stephanienuno100]

Why does Saigon never sleep at night? Why does this girl smell of orange trees? How can I feel good when nothing's right? Why is she cool when there is no breeze? Vietnam You don't give answers, do you friend? Just questions that don't ever end! Why God? Why today? I'm all through here, on my way There's nothing left here that I'll miss Why send me now a night like this? Who's the girl in this rusty bed? Why am I back in a filthy room? Why is her voice ringing in my head? Why am I high on her cheap perfume? Vietnam Hey look, I mean you no offense But why does nothing here make sense? Why God? Show your hand Why can't one guy understand? I've been with girls who knew much more I've never felt confused before! Why me? What's your plan? I can't help her! No one can! I liked my memories as they were But now I'll leave remembering her! When I went home before no one talked of the war What they knew from t.v Didn't have a thing to do with me I went back and re-upped Sure, Saigon is corrupt It felt better to be here driving for the embassy 'Cos here if you can pull a string A guy like me lives like a king Just as long as you don't believe anything! Why God? Why this face? Why such beauty in this place? I liked my memories as they were But now I'll leave remembering her! Just her!

[@lanasnow6136]

Why couldn't all the Chris's have their shirts off

[@florzinhala]

Chega a manteiga derrete... 🤫

[@choix2961]

Omg ㄷㄷㄷㄷㄷ

[@VivaAlmaviva]

Addio fiorito asil!!!!!

[@user-bs7lk5cr8v]

00:32 시작

[@julianaclytie7406]

ang guwapo naman....kung ganito naman kaguwapo ang tititig sau haay....nakarating ka na agad sa langit dba...

[@AngelCintiaRockgirl]

32 dislikes are either NVA or Vietkong.

[@ziaveer2252]

Do you think this song could be sung by a girl? Cause I really wanna sing it but I'm not a guy :((

[@purenrggirl1]

Lea Salonga has sung this a couple times, so I’m sure you could do it as well!

[@haileyhackett7554]

No answer from god yet? Help

[@cnstoryfilms6156]

Sya yng idol ko shettt

[@MiracleWinchester]

christian navarro ako din kuya

[@johnstrange1725]

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