First try at singing the National Anthem. So nervous that it was in front of such a huge crowd. And apologize for being so nervous and forgot to take off the hat
Literally just watched this! May be one of the best anthems I’ve heard in sports history!! Didn’t try to over sing it didn’t twist it into anything outrageous and kept it pure simple and beautiful! Great job young man!!!
Don't worry about the hat. Everyone that knows you knows that you are a respectful person and would never do it intentionally. You are so unique Iam Tongi!! Don't change ❤🤙
It’s sad having a native Hawaiian sing our national anthem, we don’t deserve someone as amazing as Iam Tongi. Especially after all the terrible things we did to his people. Down with Dole! Give the Queen her land back.
I love the the respect of the quiet for this young man with the voice of an angel. Iam, you are forgiven for the hat. We all know you meant no disrespect. You did an outstanding job, even hit those high notes perfect. My favorite interpretation of the National Anthem.
It seems like some people are repeating their complaints like a scratched record player. Instead of dwelling on negativity, let's shift our focus towards supporting IAM TONGI and enjoying the music. IAM's talent and dedication deserve our appreciation. Let's spread positive vibes and celebrate IAM's journey. #SupportIAMTONGI #PositiveVibes
As a Marine until I die, I found no offense with him FORGETTING to remove his cover. The camera man forgot as well. This is caused by nerves. IAM is a very sweet & nervous 18 yr old. & his rendition was GREAT, God bless him ,& God bless America.🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Ever notice how this young man seems to be best when he's on his own. There was no orchestra, chorus, or even a guitar, he was truly, on his own. His pitch, and his delivery, were spot on. I've said it before, Time Magazine should elect him Person of the Year. He is a national treasure...
Who puts the National Anthem on repeat? This girl right here... and only because you sang it so beautifully. Nothing was overdone, no screaming, no frill. It was just a microphone and your authentic, soothing and amazing voice. Never change, Iam. Your voice is the remedy for broken souls and bad days. ❤🤍💙
Your version was full of heart and gloriously smooth, Iam. I'm proud of you. It's okay about the hat. You are just starting out, winning hearts everywhere. Let your light shine. We're with you.
OMG....THAT WAS AMAZING!!! Thank You @Iam Tongi for, as Always, Bringing the ♥️ into Our Great Country!!! 🇺🇲♥️♥️♥️👍💯 You Truly Are an AMERICAN IDOL!!! ♥️♥️♥️👍💯😢 Your Father Surely is Looking Down from Heaven Smiling and Being soooo Proud of You!!! 😢🙏♥️ God Bless!!
Iam Tongi, this is by far the best rendition of our National Anthem I have ever heard. You are truly a star and you brought me to emotional tears. I cry a lot for some reason when I hear someone sing it, but you kept my tears coming. I will share this and cherish it forever. Thank you Iam just amazing. Donna xoxo
Congratulations, @IAMTONGI, on your first-time performance of the National Anthem! It's normal to feel nervous, but you nailed it. Singing in front of a big crowd is an incredible achievement. Your rendition was amazing! Keep shining and representing the United States of America. #Yessah #ProudMoment 🎤🇺🇸🎶🎤🇺🇸🎶🎤🇺🇸🎶❤❤📀📀
@@officialiamtongi You're welcome, IAM TONGI! It's a pleasure to support you and your music. Keep shining and creating amazing art. Thank you for sharing your talent with the world. Wishing you continued success on your journey. #IAMTONGI #ThankYou 🎶🙏🌟
OMG Iam, you made me cry and I'm not even from the US! You sing right from your soul and your voice is one with your soul. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful, sweet and powerful heart and voice with the world! 🎶🙏💖✨🎶
MY DEARLY, BELOVED BROTHER, IAM, YOUR ANOINTED REDITION OF AMERICA'S 🇺🇸 SONG BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES! SURELY, MANY SHED TEARS OF JOY, LOVE AND BROTHERHOOD IN THIS LAND OF THE FREE, IAM TONGI, THANK YOU FOR YOUR DIVINE GIFT OF SINGING, GIVEN TO YOU AT BIRTH! HALLELUJAH 🙌
I just watched this for the first time and to be honest I've heard alot of people sing the National Anthem and even though he for got to take his hat off Iam Tongi is by far the best I've heard amazing job Iam 🥰🥰🥰🥰❤❤❤❤
THE GREATEST SINGER OF THE NATIONAL ANTHEM I'VE HEARD!!! MADE ME CRY!!! I CHOSE HIM AS THE WINNER OF AMERICAN IDOL WHEN HE FIRST AUDITIONED!!! LOVE YOU IAM!!! GOD BLESS YOU AND GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!
There's nothing he can't sing. His voice is so special. And yes, this in the top 3 of all time greatest performances of this song. That puts him in great company. What's scary is he's still young. He'll only get better. Hes a National treasure already.
@@mattyost8237 YES! Lillian killed it! I had tears and goosebumps watching her sing it back then, and just now watching it again all these years later. And to see tears in the eyes of those tough ass wrestlers was so touching and unforgettable. Such a sad time in our nations history. Lillian has a beautiful voice and sang that song with her whole heart that night. 🇺🇸✌
@@mattyost8237 I know, it was so emotional for her and everyone there. She looked so pretty that night. It broke my heart when she cried. Bless her heart.
That was Beautiful Iam. You bring something so pure and special to music. I still believe that it must be your Island Spirit. Thank you Iam for carrying the great singing tradition that the Great IZ brought to the world. So much thanks to you. So many blessings. Your true Spirit shines through.
You are an amazing singer. Thank you. Your Dad is watching over you and very proud. No worries for keeping the hat. We understand you got nervous, we love you. God bless you 🙏❤ and God bless America
Iam, I didn’t even think about you wearing your cap. I was too proud of you being asked to sing our American Anthem!!❤️I also want to tell you that I listen to you sing every night now. It gives me peace of mind to listen to your beautiful voice. I sleep peacefully afterward.❤️🙏🏻❤️
A true artist can sing with no music or instruments behind their voice. You can hear that Iam is an amazing singer. Goose bumps while he sang. Well done!
Twice now the anthem was sung by 2 male artists that left me with goosebumps, 1st mr chris stapleton from super bowl & now by mr iam tongi!! Awesome performance! 💙🤙
I have this before, and I will say it again, he sings from his core. Iam is one of the best singers to come out of Idol in a very long time. He feels his words, he sings the stories. Awesome talent.
And the crown goes wild!!! Iam had my heart racing, that was so beautiful and Iam’s voice so perfectly embodied and articulated the depth of meaning in every phrase. Oh my, this young man is such a gift. Thank you to brother Iam. I loved seeing the response on players’ faces too.
GREAT performance of a famously difficult song! I think many underestimate Iam’s voice because he makes it sound so effortless, without strain. Those full & buttery high notes were fabulous.
As I was listening to you, I found myself reflecting on all that was, and is, great about our nation. That is a huge statement about the BEAUTIFUL job you did.
The best easy to listen to anthem I've ever heard! Nothing fancy, just pure heart in every word. I usually walk away when someone sings the national anthem, but Iam's natural simple and beautiful sound and spinning vibrato got my attention throughout the whole song.
This is the way it was meant to be sang, with such class and dignity. I LOVE how you took your time and sang every word and note as if you were savoring every bite of a good meal. Many people who sing the National Anthem often try to show off their vocal abilities by doing all kinds of vocal gymnastics. More often than not, they fall flat. Congratualtions for doing such a superb rendition!
I love that you didn't rush through the song, and slowed it down just a bit more to emphasize the last line "O'er the land of the free, and the home of the BRAVE." Well done, sir. Well done. 🥰
You can literally hear a pin drop how thousands of ppl was quite during the performance of the National Anthem makes me proud of this great America the beautiful ❤️ Born and raised here in the Bay Area and full Tongan Great job , best ever ! Go Iamtongi ! Awesome 👍
Currently serving overseas in Germany and can honestly say I couldn’t be more humbled and proud! Became a fan when I was first put on from your performances on American Idol. Huge fan bro! Keep on rockin’ it!!! 🤘🤙
Iam, you did an AMAZING job!! Don't pay attention to all these crazy people. You have apologized multiple times. If that is the only thing they have to complain about then God Love Them!! Anyone that watches your videos, knows you are a respectable young man. You are a sweet, loving person. Don't you listen to the outside noise. Enjoy Your Ride!!!! Hope to get to see you soon!❤🤗
Speaking for myself and all my fellow veterans, this song is held near and dear to our hearts! You sang it so well that I couldn’t help but to shed a few tears! Thank you Iam!
The dynamics of his voice and smart choice of tempo have made the anthem so heartfelt; full of emotions. I thought the breath marks would annoy me but it worked wonderfully coz his voice was so raw and the attack on the song was so elegantly simple that it gave us room to really feel the song. ❤
I have been a fan of major league baseball for about sixty years. I have heard the anthem done so many times and many different ways. You, as they say in baseball language, knocked it out of the park. Outstanding rendition....no doubt why you were the American Idol winner. Wishing you many blessings throughout your life.
YOU SANG IT PERFECT, IT SENT CHILLS UP MY SPINE!!! TO REMEMBER FROM WHEN I WAS LITTLE!!! GOD BLESS YOU, IAM TONGI, YOU SING WITH YOUR WHOLE HEART!!! 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲✝️✝️✝️🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️
MY goodness Iam, what a voice and I love your singing. I listened to this 3 times, where in the world will you be in 5 years. Keep singing, people love to listen to you.
they luv him , I love him all the bad things happening over there in the Schools, shootings sad, with Iam singing softens the heart to help try and bring peace, I live in Australia , cm from New Zealand, his singing makes you cry, heaps of Angels would hav been flying around the park that day...God Bless Yous all, God Bless Iam ❤
Iam anyone who was there and watched can see your genuine reaction to realizing you left your hat on. We are ALL human, we are NEVER meant to be perfect. However, this rendition and your voice was just as perfect as they come. Congratulations on your win and the honor of perform for the MLB.💜
