So as an a capella fan, I love the Pentatonix version, but this version is actually my favourite...it feels a bit more somber and intimate, and I love it.
And still the balance not spot on. Again 1st tenor is somtimes too strong and 1st counter tenor is overpowered. And as a symfonic musician I would have prefered a deeper bass sound and brighter 1st counter tenor. But that is pure taste and no criticism.
@@rverkamman Yes, I agree. I miss the gorgeous deeper bass voice of Stephen Connelly and the exquisite bright yet warm, silver voice of David Hurley. The incomparable line-up of David Hurley, Robin Tyson, Paul Phoenix, Phillip Lawson, Chris Gabbitas and Stephen Connelly produced extraordinary balance, blend, tone and truly wonderful performances.
Hi there! You can indeed get the sheet music. We've just included a link in the video description, but here it is for you: www.halleonard.com/product/303015/praying -- happy singing!
I found the background or supporting vocals to be damned near perfect. The melody parts,... well, they were a little lacking for me. They felt too safe.
I cried when i first heard this song it is so beautifully performed by these young fellers. They rightfully deserve their reputation as, arguably, Britains finest male voice choir. There are however, moments within the lyrics where I do feel uncomfortable though. The thought of someone falling on their knees begging to be forgiven is, to my mind, something that can only occur in people when they have reached such a depth of despair that there is only one or another path prayer, and the hope some change will occur, or suicide. This then is not a benediction in this song but a curse akin to wishing someone a painful death. Secondly, I worry about the line proclaiming that only a god, unspecified, can forgive some sins. This I find particularly problematic. It is my experience that when forgiveness is asked for by a person it is right that we try to work hard to give it because it starts the process of healing inside the perpetrator and, most importantly, the victim (read these as you please no offence is meant) themselves. As I am making neither ontological nor magical claims the thought that forgiveness is not a purely human affair strikes me as a failure to get over whatever issue has come between them. This seems in direct contrast to the opening lyrics which claims an inner strength is found through the adversity and that the lyricist wishes farewell to the perpertrator neither of which I would suggest come before forgiveness and certainly not in conjuction with the previous wish for them to despair. The song does not ring true given these dynamic tensions. It is my experience of the world that people, when placed in exraordinary circumstances, can perform extraordinary deeds. In this context people can find it in themselves to forgive any deed done against them. It might take time to achieve but folks report an internal peace that replaces the turmoil and roiling hatred that failure to forgive induces. People also report that forgiveness does not mean forgetting but letting go of feelings they cannot overcome and that are destructive in and of themselves regardless of the hurt taken from the initial event. Forgiveness is also something we practice in our life- the hurtful things that may be said at the end of a relationship stew inside for a while and then go as we move on. Forgiveness is then something uniquely human and I would suggest needs no mediating diety- its a people thing.
I haven't heard this song since I wrote about feeling uncomfortable about the lyrics at which point I wrote 100 words or so. Your use of the word "small" puts me to shame lol. Best Wishes to u n urs
Well, Gravity seems to be about a romantic relationship that didn't work out. This song is about recovering from abuse. Given that context I hardly find it petty
Agree wholeheartedly...I really, really miss the Dream Team: David Hurley, Robin Tyson, Paul Phoenix, Phillip Lawson, Chris Gabbitas and Stephen Connelly. I've been a fan for 40 years and most especially since the arrival of the incomparable David Hurley (now sadly retired). This current line-up has a long way to go.
@@gkibani Possibly the album "Simple Gifts." But they also did some great recordings in the early 90's, and a good "Beatles Connection" in the 80's. There are others too, but those stand out to me.
To be fair I think they’re still excellent musiciens, but they’ve - and perhaps a reflection of their relative youth - gone for a more ‘commercial’ approach...
Chris Bruerton's voice is just perfect❤️
Flawless
So as an a capella fan, I love the Pentatonix version, but this version is actually my favourite...it feels a bit more somber and intimate, and I love it.
They have such warm voices...
Beautiful, as always
I cry. So beautiful
Beautiful harmony and wonderful dynamics!
And still the balance not spot on. Again 1st tenor is somtimes too strong and 1st counter tenor is overpowered. And as a symfonic musician I would have prefered a deeper bass sound and brighter 1st counter tenor. But that is pure taste and no criticism.
@@rverkamman Yes, I agree. I miss the gorgeous deeper bass voice of Stephen Connelly and the exquisite bright yet warm, silver voice of David Hurley. The incomparable line-up of David Hurley, Robin Tyson, Paul Phoenix, Phillip Lawson, Chris Gabbitas and Stephen Connelly produced extraordinary balance, blend, tone and truly wonderful performances.
Love these voices! And heart touching song
My choir teacher showed us this and it be hitten different
This is love.
Literally praying
1:45 *GASP* you swallowed mickey mouse how dare you
JK his voice is gorg
🥺
Moc dobrý ,ale fakt moc super...zdraví tk
Gostei do som
Eargazm.. Heartgazm.. Soulgazm.. ❤️
Beautiful job, as always, gentlemen! Sincerely, your biggest fan. P.S. Can I find the sheet music of this arrangement anywhere?
Hi there! You can indeed get the sheet music. We've just included a link in the video description, but here it is for you: www.halleonard.com/product/303015/praying -- happy singing!
@@kingssingersvideos You guys are the coolest.
hello I like this music because I have the impression to be carried by the music and the song of course
Blend is perfection
Lowkey sad and glad that the F6 didn’t happen
These guys are a major part of our singing history. Absolutely disgraceful that as a Country we have only managed to find 56 k subscribers for them.
Nice Gentlemen🎵
How tall is Jonathan?
6”5
I found the background or supporting vocals to be damned near perfect. The melody parts,... well, they were a little lacking for me. They felt too safe.
We were supposed to sing this but COVID-19 happened
I cried when i first heard this song it is so beautifully performed by these young fellers. They rightfully deserve their reputation as, arguably, Britains finest male voice choir. There are however, moments within the lyrics where I do feel uncomfortable though.
The thought of someone falling on their knees begging to be forgiven is, to my mind, something that can only occur in people when they have reached such a depth of despair that there is only one or another path prayer, and the hope some change will occur, or suicide. This then is not a benediction in this song but a curse akin to wishing someone a painful death.
Secondly, I worry about the line proclaiming that only a god, unspecified, can forgive some sins. This I find particularly problematic. It is my experience that when forgiveness is asked for by a person it is right that we try to work hard to give it because it starts the process of healing inside the perpetrator and, most importantly, the victim (read these as you please no offence is meant) themselves. As I am making neither ontological nor magical claims the thought that forgiveness is not a purely human affair strikes me as a failure to get over whatever issue has come between them. This seems in direct contrast to the opening lyrics which claims an inner strength is found through the adversity and that the lyricist wishes farewell to the perpertrator neither of which I would suggest come before forgiveness and certainly not in conjuction with the previous wish for them to despair. The song does not ring true given these dynamic tensions.
It is my experience of the world that people, when placed in exraordinary circumstances, can perform extraordinary deeds. In this context people can find it in themselves to forgive any deed done against them. It might take time to achieve but folks report an internal peace that replaces the turmoil and roiling hatred that failure to forgive induces. People also report that forgiveness does not mean forgetting but letting go of feelings they cannot overcome and that are destructive in and of themselves regardless of the hurt taken from the initial event. Forgiveness is also something we practice in our life- the hurtful things that may be said at the end of a relationship stew inside for a while and then go as we move on.
Forgiveness is then something uniquely human and I would suggest needs no mediating diety- its a people thing.
Son muy buenos, casi como los anteriores, pero no tienen buen repertorio de canciones. Es solo mi opinión
Respecto su opinión pero no estoy de acuerdo.
The text is a little... Small. Consider it against Barrielles' "Gravity." Sorry, it just reads petty to me.
I haven't heard this song since I wrote about feeling uncomfortable about the lyrics at which point I wrote 100 words or so. Your use of the word "small" puts me to shame lol. Best Wishes to u n urs
Well, Gravity seems to be about a romantic relationship that didn't work out. This song is about recovering from abuse. Given that context I hardly find it petty
Algum brasileiro aqui alem de mim?
I’ve loved the king singers for nearly 20 years.... this is not their best work here...
Kevin Snyder what’s their best work yet ?
Agree wholeheartedly...I really, really miss the Dream Team: David Hurley, Robin Tyson, Paul Phoenix, Phillip Lawson, Chris Gabbitas and Stephen Connelly. I've been a fan for 40 years and most especially since the arrival of the incomparable David Hurley (now sadly retired). This current line-up has a long way to go.
@@gkibani Possibly the album "Simple Gifts." But they also did some great recordings in the early 90's, and a good "Beatles Connection" in the 80's. There are others too, but those stand out to me.
To be fair I think they’re still excellent musiciens, but they’ve - and perhaps a reflection of their relative youth - gone for a more ‘commercial’ approach...
Great rendition of a corny pop song.