I've been so heartbroken since I heard the news of Michael's passing. So terribly sad. I was a fan the moment I heard his voice and I was an even bigger fan when I learned what an incredibly nice young man he was. There must be some truth to "only the good die young" because he was young and he was so good. Heaven was blessed on August 1st, 2014 and he will live on for as long as all those who loved him remember him. Rest in eternal peace, Michael. May your family be comforted in knowing you were loved. Your life was well lived.
I shed a tear every time he sings "just once in his life a man has his time...and my time is now!" RIP Michael, you would've been a star. Loved his voice and his performances on idol.
David Foster and Friends is my all time favorite musical performance. BUT, of all the fantastically amazing artists, Michael Johns is my favorite. So sorry to hear of his passing a number of years ago. Thank you David Foster!
Such a nice talented guy. What a voice! This performance was perfect. Michael I was such a fan! I am so heartbroken such a tragedy happened to someone like you. Life really is short. Make each moment count. We will deeply missed you. You were special and such a bright light to fans and friends… RIP
This is kinda crazy, but so many years after Idol and his passing I still listen to him on youtube when I can. Such a loss, such a talent. Only contestant I EVER voted for.
glad to see him 2 years ago here in philippines. not just watching him but to meet and greet personally. great guy with great voice. girls are really screaming while i'm watching him.
Wonderful performance. Sad he is gone. Saw him live in the Idols tour that year and also saw him with David Foster & Friends tour. Great voice. Great stage presence.
I love Michael Johns so much and im so shocked when ive heard he passed away years ago..ive been waiting to hear about him again without knowing what happened to him.I keep on watching this video over and over again..
When a man as talented as David Foster says you are destined for greatness that's saying something about the person we lost a very talented man when Michael Johns died.
Michael was my (and still is) my Adam Lambert of last season. I love Michael's voice. A true talent. Can't wait to see what he will do in the future! go Michael!
I'm so proud for Michael.:) He sounds AWESOME with that big orchestra behind him! I've almost worn my DVD out watching this over and over! A star is born...and YES, he IS good-looking!:)
I love when he turns and looks at Foster and lets out an "a-ha!". I think they both knew it was going well at that point! Isn't the song called St Elmo's Fire?
Michael Johns, what an original and beautiful talent we will remember and cherish in the history of AI! Lots of love to his family who has lost such a great man. I will sing his songs so more people will know about him and his songs!
He was a lovely talented man who was happily married to a beautiful woman! He was a favorite of mine on Idol! He died too soon! RIP Michael Johns! My prayers are with your wife and family!
to be honest. I'm watching this video at least 5 times a day. I'm trying to reach the high notes but I can't. That's why I really idolize this man. MJ I wish I could sing with you.
I like David Foster he has done a lot in the business and recognizes true talent, he is not the best speaker but a good producer. Michael Johns = totally cool, sexy, brillant talent :D he is my American Idol and thank you David for having him.
Cant stop seeing and wowing this scene over and over again. Great voice singing great songs!! Im settling down, DavidGood looking is just a bonus, but who could resist it? Anyway people always love bonus :))
All the way he moves just super cool...omg I really adore all attitude when he sing...its really superb...and always be my prominent figure....his vocal so awesome...
Not sure what the auto tune comment means. This is a live performance. I heard him perform this song myself last month on the David Foster tour and he was amazing! And I've heard Michael perform in person many other times. Believe me, Michael doesn't need auto tune and is one singer who's live performances are usually better than his studio recordings.
wow.... surfing american Idol and I came upon this guy.... broke my heart he was eliminated... sooooooooooo happy to see David Foster pick him up....... this guy is frigging AMAZING !!!!!
I remember watching this and being impressed, and really liking the song for the first time, since I think this version may be better than the original, but anyway. It was a bit of nostalgia for the song. It's not an easy song to sing. What a shame M Johns is no longer around.
Buy the Blue Ray or DVD concert. The best live performances I'ver ever seen. And I listen to everything from Rush, Opeth to Celine Dion. And Michael John's making the best version of Man in Motion ever made!
I don't know a lot about auto-tune and I'm no expert either, but I've seen Michael live many, many times from large stages, to small venues, to pulling up a stool and singing along with his guitar in a record store and I know for sure he doesn't need auto-tune. He has an amazing voice and I love to listen to him sing live. It's one of the many reasons I'm such a fan of his - he is the real thing- he doesn't need that kind of help. He gets around so I'm sure you'll have a chance to see him live.
He's awesome! ! David Cook was awesome. I'm so glad that David cook American Idol. SOmeone from NBC was at my job in Austin,Texas. I started talking about American Idol. He asked who did I want to win. I said, David Cook. That was towards the end of American Idol, it was David A. and David Cook, were the finals. Loved how David changed the songs, esp that Lionel Richie song. Now, where is David now?? Been looking for his CDs.??? come on David, don't throw good talent away, my sweet friend!
