Sheldon Riley - Not The Same - LIVE - Australia 🇦🇺 - Grand Final - Eurovision 2022 

I still believe that this song doesn't get enough recognition

Vocalist of the year. This could be a Grammy Award *winning* performance. Eurovision does not deserve him.

This is the most underrated song in Eurovision 2022 hands down. How did it only get two points!? The guy is like a wolf howling in the night, his voice is beautiful and his high notes are just amazing! He should had been at least 5th in my opinion.

When he said "You're told to play, but you're not the same as the other kids playing the same game." I started crying and couldn't stop until the end. As a neurodivergent person myself, it is very difficult to find a song that perfectly represents what it feels like to grow up and live with it. This song represents not only me but also my friends and most people like me! My mother also teared up and actually voted for him because "He gets it, and he is right! You're not the same, and that is fine!". I also cried when everyone started cheering for him when he scored so low because it shows that the song is correct in its message and that it actually got across. So no matter his final result, he did a phenomenal job! After posting this comment I saw that many other Austic/ Neurovergent people in the comments felt the exact same with me. This makes me so happy!

Sheldon was so devastated by the televoting and so was I. Absolutely heartbreaking, deserved so much more.

For sure this was the most raw feeling song ever! The emotions were real and it was touching. Loved it!

I literally gasped in shock when Australia`s results were announced. They got robbed big time, this performance was amazing and easily my favourite!

Only those who went through similar childhood experiences can truly understand the meaning of this beautiful song. It was Sheldon's dream to perform at Eurovision and it doesn't matter he only got 2 points from the general public. What a voice, what a song, what a performance! Australia, you got our attention

The moment he took his crown off, I am shocked, had goosebumps. One of the best vocal entries of this year. SO POWERFUL AND ICONIC.

Songs with deep meanings get a few points. I‘m so sad for Sheldon. It was his dream to perform on Eurovision and he only got 2 points from the public. But you have a new fan from Germany at least. The Eurovision winners will also be forgotten after 2 days. But you will be the winner of my Heart. Hats off to this amazing performance!!

This is my all-time fave Eurovision song, simply because Sheldon mentions being diagnosed with Autism at 6 years old and I was diagnosed at that age while also struggling with talking (with me being mute as well,) this song means the world to me and I'm so sad the public at the time didn't realise how meaningful and beautiful the song was and always will be... Sheldon, from a fellow Aspie, thank you so much for this song, you have no idea how much it means to the community, I rarely cry at songs but this one gets me and the symbolism of this performance is breath-taking!

every day I go to listen to this wonderful performance and every time goosebumps! one thing surprises me… how did the audience rate this performance so badly?! it's incredible! this voice is amazing!

This song and performance was way too good for Eurovision.

this is an amazing song! I really liked this performance and the voice is beautiful! Australia should have been in the top 5!

The quality of his voice is out of this world. My personal winner. Europe should have voted more for you Sheldon

This is actually a winner song and a winner performance. I just don't understand why Europeans didn't give him more recognition. In my opinion Sheldon's perfomance was the climax of ESC Grand Finals.

This voice is talking for all autistic people and parents who are living with autistic children. For me personally is this wining song. God bless You! BR., from Slovenia 🇸🇮🇸🇮👌👌

He was choking with raw emotion, so he arranged his song. And my god, he nailed it. I had chills, I had goosebumps. He did it, he really did it. Wow So so proud of him ❤

I usually don't prefer ballads, but this one hits hard! Sheldon has such a powerful and beautiful voice. The costume was unique. Touching lyrics with an important message. My dear little brother is on the spectrum, so I immediately felt the song. I voted for this multiple times from Finland, both in semi final and final. I still couldn't believe that the public didn't give them enough recognition. Unfortunately, the abundance of ballads sung by males might have decreased their voting results since it is more difficult to differentiate from other ballads. However, Sheldon is my personal winner 👑🤍

The best voice of Eurovision 2022 for me 😢

the only performance that gave me goosebumps in the eurovision22 was this one. i'm so happy for Ukraine but my winner is definitely Australia. his voice, stage, outfit and the message..everything was just perfect. Sheldon sang with pure emotions and i felt it with my heart. congrats Sheldon!!! so much love from Turkey

That's it. I am done with Europe. 2 points from public. No, just no. This is unbelievable, unheard of. Sheldon, you are a gem. We love you. I don't know what just happened.

Lyrics: I was told at six years old They'd avoid me if my heart was cold Found it hard to talk and speak my mind They never liked the things that I would like 'Cause you're told to play but you're not the same As the other kids playing the same games Try to jump on in but they push away So far away I'm not the same, no I'm not the same, no Years went by, I tried and tried My father asked me if today I smiled I said, "Yes, I did", but that's a lie Oh, I always tell those lies Then you run and hide, hide the break inside 'Til you realize that the light shines bright Through those, oh, who broke inside I'm not the same, no I'm not the same, no I'm not the same, no I'm not the same, no 'Cause you never want to be the kind of person Who can't work it for those ones who can not word it 'Cause you've been the kind of person who felt this pain Oh, yeah, I felt this pain So you go and leave the pain and find another way To make yourself another game, maybe one for all to play 'Cause it's not just me who's not the same, we're not the same We're not the same, no We're not the same, no We're not the same, no We're not the same, no

It’s literally one of the best Eurovision performances I’ve ever seen. It was dramatic, passionate, GORGEOUSLY sang and the fact that it got so few votes is crazy. I’m still so mad because of it

I’ve listened to this 3 times in a row this morning here from Australia. It will be echoing in my head all day. Such a beautiful song. Such a powerful performance.

Australia, Poland, Azerbaijan the most beautiful voices and most underrated performances....

I literally cry in the chorus😭😭✨🇪🇸

I cried during the entire song. I had just gotten my ASD diagnosis the week before, at 27, and I felt every single one of those lyrics. I was treated as something different. The other kids didn't like me, and I lied about beeing OK, because I didn't want my parents to be sad. I know these feeling far to well, I know the pain, the isolating feeling, the mask you wear to please others, the feeling of not knowing who you are, because that is someone society deems weird and wrong. And having someone who represent us, and beeing a voice for us, for the whole world to see and hear, that means more than others will ever understand.

This is actual one of the best. I'm sorry it was given only 2 points from the public. It's completely beautiful. I' going to listen this more times Good luck with your career Love from Portugal🇵🇹

This should’ve been at least in the second place istg the 2 points were so unfair🧍🏻‍♀️I usually don’t start crying bc of a song itself but this one actually made me cry WATERFALLS HOW 😭😭😭

You can feel his pain.. I cried so hard when he performed, those kinda people have been through abuse, domestic violence, not being heard or not being able to speak.. He is such a pure soul and you can feel it! The lyrics is absolutely well written and he was my ultimate favourite this year.. I was the only one who actually voted for him, that is so sad 😭

The room went silent when this started at our Eurovision party. What a song, what a voice and what a message 💙

i voted for him. i was sure he was going to get decent amount of points. 2 points, i really got sad when i heard it.

i cried my eyes out, and it got so little point from the public? the performance, the lyrics, the music, the last part.. goosebumps! but spain singing about buts got third place…. i at least expected australia to be in the top 10

This song is so underrated, Sheldon deserved so much more. Beautiful message, stunning outfit and lets not forget the voice, emotion and performance just amazing. Love from Romania!

the emotion he put into this song he legit put hus heart and soul into this performence it is so underrated

I didn't watch every performance but this one really spoke and gave emotions to me , Honestly, would not be surprised if it won. It's the only ballad that i liked

This song really hit hard. I'm autistic and ADHD and I can definitely relate to what he says.

This song deserves to be much higher. Best voice of the competition.

1 million. this song still slays.

Hi Sheldon, thank you so much for singing this powerful song about your experiences of Autism and taking off your mask in the song, 'masking' being such a key part of living with Autism. I also, like you, have Asperger's an Autism Spectrum Disorder, and I found your song and willingness to sing about your experiences so powerfully in this huge stage very inspiring. I was disappointed though that Graham Norton the person doing the links in the UK did not explain what your song was about, so I apologise on behalf of the UK for this. It was a missed opportunity. Huge congratulations to you and Australia for supporting your very important song. Thank you for inspiring song and willingness to share your story. It will help many people who are struggling with the same reactions of other people who do not understand how our minds work differently. People with Aspergers and Autism are very straight forward, honest and kind people and very inclusive. Be proud! Take care and a big hug of thanks to you

this is the Eurovision 2022 winner for me 🏆 wonderful, extraordinary performance .. voice, the whole scenery - amazing. in my opinion that should have won - greetings from Poland 🇵🇱❤️

I am from Europe and his performance got very intense starting from minute 2 it was epic, raw power, anger and also catharsis. I also saw that it was his dream to be there and it was seen in the music. I think it didnt get the votes because people that usually watch Eurovision are well, different and there are more upbeat songs in general and wouldnt necesary vote for this song compared with others, BUT, this performance will stay through the ages and even if he didnt get recognition now it will gather momentum. When he starts talking its epic and the howling at the moon is also great, dont worry lots of people in Europe and worldwide appreciate this song

That was a master class performance, just wow! He has soo good and powerful voice. His charisma on stage was just on point. Greetings and so much love from Poland! 🇵🇱🇦🇺

2 points from televoting? Really?! It's a masterpiece! That was the best performance today in my opinion!

I almost cried the first time I watched this.

Okay i just came here AND HOW TF THIS SONG IS STILL UNKNOWN LIKE WOWWW

I got really really sad when the audience gave this song so few points... They didn't deserve that AT ALL. The guy's voice is awesome, probably among the three best voices in the competition! The lyrics are very touching and real, and the performance was great. Really unfair, you were one of my favourites! Australia deserved better! ❤️

He's downright mesmerizing and I know I could listen to him endlessly. The fact that he took such a low position is unbelievable and I cannot accept it. He has an unearthly voice and he given a unique performence so the 2 points he received broke my heart..

MOST UNDERRATED SONG IN THIS YEAR💔

This song is so underrated! You can hear the pure emotion in the song, and how much the lyrics mean to him. I wish him all the best in the future and hope more of his songs become famous.

I'm guessing the public didn't get the message 🙄 it was an amazing performance and staging and with a powerful message, being autistic myself i cried the first time i heard this song. really happy for the representation we have gotten with Sheldon 🖤 best wishes from spain

SHELDON RILEY YOUR SONG WILL FOREVER BE IN MY PLAYLIST AND MY GOOSEBUMPS WILL NEVER GO DOWN FROM URS AND ITS BEAUTY!! 🔥🔥❤

My number one and winner this year nobody cant Chance my opinion. I feel the Massage. And lived a really similar way like sheldon. So my number one.

Real Winner! and my winner!

Wow, he really has a special voice. Australia, this is a worthy contestant and winner. Good luck from Germany 😁

This was something else! Spanish vote here well done Australia!

I think Sheldon should have his own independent showstopping concert and shows. All these people just don’t know how to recognize pure talent❤

I was told at six years old They'd avoid me if my heart was cold Found it hard to talk and speak my mind They never liked the things that I would like 'Cause you're told to play but you're not the same As the other kids playing the same games Try to jump on in but they push away So far away I'm not the same, no I'm not the same, no Years went by, I tried and tried My father asked me if today I smiled I said, "Yes, I did", but that's a lie Oh, I always tell those lies Then you run and hide, hide the break inside 'Til you realize that the light shines bright Through those, oh, who broke inside I'm not the same, no I'm not the same, no I'm not the same, no I'm not the same, no 'Cause you never want to be the kind of person Who can't work it for those ones who can not word it 'Cause you've been the kind of person who felt this pain Oh, yeah, I felt this pain So you go and leave the pain and find another way To make yourself another game, maybe one for all to play 'Cause it's not just me who's not the same, we're not the same We're not the same, no We're not the same, no We're not the same, no We're not the same, no

Your stage performance, stage action, meaning of your song, suit and the power in your voice and emotion was SO AMAZING! you are the true winner to me and always will be of 2022. Love from Finland 🇫🇮

This is ofcoures just my opinion but I think australia deserved to win, first time i heard it, it made me tear up it was that amazing.

I'm so sorry but Sheldon doesn't deserve this place. He was one of the most powerful voices of the night. For me, one of the best. Thanks for this, Sheldon!! It is just the beginning.

I appreciate the extraordinary talent and sensitivity ... Unfortunately, such voices are not understood ... Greetings from Poland for you

I adore this masterpiece, the strongest vocal in this Eurovision for me, and the performance is so emotional! Should've received much more points. Much love to Australia from Russia❤🇦🇺 Sheldon you're the best! 😊

Wow, this is so fckn good. Honestly

oh my gosh Sheldon, you really are AMAZING xXx

I’m crying every single time I hear this song or watch the video. He deserved to win Eurovision ❤️😕

I have goosebumps!

Очень понравилась и песня, и голос, и номер, и наряды!!! Очень обидно за такие маленькие баллы :-( Знайте, что вы - супер! ❤

i love this song😭😭I saw Eurovision because of himmmm😭

Je suis française et je suis tellement triste qu’il n’est pas gagné l’eurovision sa chanson est tellement incroyable🇫🇷🇦🇺

Why people don't like this masterpiece, what a amazing song, you can be proud of him Australia! 🇫🇷 🇦🇺 (btw congrats to 🇺🇦)

2 points? How???? The best singer/ artist I've heard in years, and I really listen to music a lot from all over. I thought it was unfair, I think many countries would have voted for their neighbouring countries, many still don't like Australia competiting in Eurovision

We need to get this to at least 1 million views! I've been a fan of Sheldon's for a long time now. I randomly found him on RU-vid from a 'The Voice' video. Ever since then I've fallen in love with how he sings and the way he dresses. He absolutely deserves all the support he gets and I'll always stand by his side and fight for him. This song deserves so much more recognition for how amazing it is!

This is too good for Eurovision. It gave me goosebumps just listening to him. Vocally he was the best for the night!

He was unbelievable and should've gotten better than 15th. He came 2nd in the semi final but many countries missed out on points since Ukraine had 439 points. Great job tho Sheldon!!!!

I am shocked on how little point this got! You could hear the power and passion from his performance, I really connected with this song ... Even if you didn't win you should be proud of what was achieved today, a place on the final and a masterpiece of a performance ❤️

On behalf of Australia and Sheldon, I thank Azerbaijan 🇦🇿 for giving us 2 points while the rest of Europe totally snubs us. And also the juries that recognised Sheldon's performance.

This is just a wonderful song from an outstanding artist. Definitely a song I will still enjoy in 20 years. Love it!

O M G! THE BEST. I am so proud of Australia

Deserved better, lots of love from Ireland

Great job Sheldon! You did us Aussies so proud. I saw Sheldon in concert in Dec in Melbourne and was absolutely blown away by his ability. He is an incredibly gifted singer and performer. His artistic vision surpasses anything I have seen in YEARS! The world is at Sheldon's feet. ✨Go take the world by storm! ✨

This is masterpiece

there were a lot of good singers on that stage. Sheldon's vocal performance was the best by a mile and the emotions in his voice broke my heart in the best way. what a talented guy, I hope he gets all the love he thoroughly deserves! ❤️

Amazing Sheldon, we love you. Australia loves you

criminally underrated, stunning performance, vocals, staging, everything!

imo the most underated male artist of this year. 2 points from the public!??!?! Ballads dont normally play in supermarkets but my local one this morning played this song.

This guy could easily do WorldTours. I'm not even joking. 2 points? Not winning it's okay, but it's a top 5 for sure

One year later I'm here again. One of the best song from 2022, hands down.

So much emotion and heartfelt great job Sheldon you nailed it!!!! Go you good thing!!!! 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

1 MILION LETS GO SHELDON WOAAAAAAA

admire this young man allot!

He's the winner for me. I can't believe he only got 2 points from the public vote. It's a song contest but solidarity won. I'm very disappointed. I'm proud of you and I think many people out there are proud too. You will probably never read this but we support and love you Sheldon! ♥

12 points from poland. Love it. One of the best voices 🇵🇱

omg i am so glad you made your dreams come true. So breathtaking perfomance.

Sheldon Riley Hernandez you are just great, does not matter what the tele-voting said. You touched me to tears, great musical quality, great voice, great message and great connection with the public. You convey emotions perfectly. You got the recognition of great artists like Laura Pausini. You have a great future!

Let’s go sheldon!!! 12 points from Italy from one of your fan since the voice 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

I was actually teary at the end. Well done!

How could you do this to such song and emotional performance… this must be one of the ballads that can touch a lot of people struggling…

I was almost crying in the last time the most touching performance this year, I've voted for this a lot but my votes were not enough to make a point I'm sorry 🥺❤️❤️❤️