Here's my cover of 'I'm not my Father's Son' from the musical #KinkyBoots by Cindy Lauper, mixed by Josh Moon. #Steffan Facebook: / steffrhys Twitter: / steffan_hughes Instagram: / steffan_hughes
This young man's voice is one of the most distinct and beautiful voices I've ever heard in my nearly 50 years. I am blessed just to have stumbled across this recording. Combining his exquisite vocals with the both heart-breaking and heart-lifting lyrics.......I have no words. This message is (unfortunately) so familiar, and that part makes me very sad, but there is still peace to be found.
My Dear Friends. Please, for all of you to fully understand My past and how scared I've been; Please listen to this song "I am not my father's son" For many many years, I have lived in fear. My father was an extremely abusive person. This song has freed me.
I so appreciate your artistic decision to focus on what I would say are the poignant parts of the piece by choosing to skip the 2nd verse. Also, while I absolutely love your collab work with WOWE, you need to do MUCH MORE of this type of solo work here. Can’t stop listening and watching.
Oh Steffan... please can you do more solo videos? Honest to God your voice is so lovely. (Love the other videos too of course but I can’t get enough of hearing you!)
The voice reaches out into one's soul. And his story telling, just beautiful. Every word, every phrase, captured in the emotions on his face. He brings you in a whirlwind of feelings within just a line. Thank you for sharing your gift, Steffan.
also found by chance through their group performing Let it God. Damn what a beautiful voice. You've got this calming voice and heart felt as well. This is the type of singing that I enjoy, especially after a rough day teaching.
Haunting, beautiful performance Steffan, thank you for sharing. Have you considered covering I can't Make You Love Me by George Michael? Your voice is that good I think you could do it justice. 🏴👍
I'm curled up here in my comfortable green chair tearing up listening to this absolutely beautiful tender rendition of" Not my Father Son" it really makes one think of the many struggles people go through on their life's journey, not always smooth, not always easy. Beautiful songs like this one are a reminder to me to be kind and loving, hurt doesn't always show on the outside.
[LOLA] When I was just a kid Everything I did, was to be like him Under my skin My father always thought If I was strong and fought Not like some albatross, I'd begin To fit in Look at me powerless and holding my breath Trying hard to repress what scared him to death It was never easy to be his type of man To breathe freely was not in his plan And the best part of me Is what he wouldn't see I'm not my father's son I'm not the image of what he dreamed of With the strength of Sparta and the patience of Job Still couldn't be the one To echo what he'd done And mirror what was not in me So I jumped in my dreams and found an escape Maybe I went to extremes of leather and lace But the world seemed brighter six inches off the ground And the air seemed lighter I was profound and I felt so proud Just to live out loud I'm not my father's son I'm not the image of what he dreamed of With the strength of Sparta and the patience of Job Still couldn't be the one To echo what he'd done And mirror what was not in me The endless story of expectations swirling inside my mind Wore me down I came to a realization and I finally turned around To see That I could just be me [CHARLIE] I'm not my father's son I'm not the image of what he dreamed of [LOLA] With the strength of Sparta and the patience of Job [CHARLIE/LOLA] Still couldn't be the one To echo what he'd done And mirror what was not in me [LOLA] We're the same, Charlie boy You and me
Steffan, I have been watching your videos for several months and am so impressed by the quality of your work. This video is one of my favorites. The raw emotion you convey is simply incredible to behold. Bravo! Thank you for sharing your talents.
Stefan, your voice is simply exquisite. I listen to your recordings over and over again and each time, they just get more beautiful. Your pure connection with the lyrics is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful gift xx
Stefan, Your voice is simply exquisite. Your ability to convey such feeling and emotion in every song you sing is nothing short of phenomenal. I listen to the lyrics and can relate on so many occasions to periods in my own life. Thank you for sharing your beautiful voice xx
Steffan, the lyrics of this song are so point on for me. And your emotional and heartfelt rendition made this one of my favorites of your repertoire. I am so very grateful that you produce this content for us all to enjoy. If the pandemic ever eases and you travel to the states, I would pay to see you in concert. Seeing your smile and hearing your lovely voice are the high point of my day. Stay safe, my friend!
Great performance Steffan. Every song you cover is truly memorable. Could I ask you to consider performing Pity the Child from Chess. Outside of Murray Head and Keith Burns, I've not heard anyone really handle the verses in the higher register although many have tried! Your voice would sail through this great number and I'm sure all your WOWE fans would love to hear it.
Oh wow! Thank you so much for sharing this with all of us. You really took us all on an amazing and heart filled story. It truly brought me to tears. Thank you for this.
Hello! The English version isn’t there yet, however my Welsh version is, if you fancy listening to that: open.spotify.com/track/1Q1Q6DeAnhkKY6jnXDUxwF?nd=1&nd=1 Thank-you!
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This young man's voice is one of the most distinct and beautiful voices I've ever heard in my nearly 50 years. I am blessed just to have stumbled across this recording. Combining his exquisite vocals with the both heart-breaking and heart-lifting lyrics.......I have no words. This message is (unfortunately) so familiar, and that part makes me very sad, but there is still peace to be found.
Thank you Teri! 🙌🏻
My Dear Friends. Please, for all of you to fully understand My past and how scared I've been; Please listen to this song "I am not my father's son"
For many many years, I have lived in fear. My father was an extremely abusive person. This song has freed me.
Really identify with that lyric ... but what a magnificent voice
Can you tell me the brand & model of your keyboard? I assume its got 88 keys.
Have you recorded this?
First skipped this one as I didn't know the song - what a huge mistake! Can't get it out of my head now ❤.
OMG Stefan, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve listened to this since you posted it. Gets me every time. ❤️
ME TOO!
I so appreciate your artistic decision to focus on what I would say are the poignant parts of the piece by choosing to skip the 2nd verse. Also, while I absolutely love your collab work with WOWE, you need to do MUCH MORE of this type of solo work here. Can’t stop listening and watching.
"Found" by chance, since then a big fan. Thank you for the wonderful listening pleasure.
Oh Steffan... please can you do more solo videos? Honest to God your voice is so lovely. (Love the other videos too of course but I can’t get enough of hearing you!)
The voice reaches out into one's soul. And his story telling, just beautiful. Every word, every phrase, captured in the emotions on his face. He brings you in a whirlwind of feelings within just a line. Thank you for sharing your gift, Steffan.
Please, please just sing and sing and sing!
Your diction is impeccable. I can absorb every word. With joy.
also found by chance through their group performing Let it God. Damn what a beautiful voice. You've got this calming voice and heart felt as well. This is the type of singing that I enjoy, especially after a rough day teaching.
I'm 68years old..Husband,(Married to my Husband 29 years) Father, Grandfather, Son, Brother...many titles..one which I have come to terms..Gay..
So well done!!!!! Cyndi will be so grateful, your voice shines so brightly on her work.
Haunting, beautiful performance Steffan, thank you for sharing.
Have you considered covering I can't Make You Love Me by George Michael? Your voice is that good I think you could do it justice. 🏴👍
I saw Kinky Boots twice and this was sung better than I saw on stage. Love it!
Thank you Joel!
Thank you for sharing your gift, Steffan!
Every word you sing with your beautiful voice is delivered with heart felt emotions that ring true.
I'm curled up here in my comfortable green chair tearing up listening to this absolutely beautiful tender rendition of" Not my Father Son" it really makes one think of the many struggles people go through on their life's journey, not always smooth, not always easy. Beautiful songs like this one are a reminder to me to be kind and loving, hurt doesn't always show on the outside.
[LOLA]
When I was just a kid
Everything I did, was to be like him
Under my skin
My father always thought
If I was strong and fought
Not like some albatross, I'd begin
To fit in
Look at me powerless and holding my breath
Trying hard to repress what scared him to death
It was never easy to be his type of man
To breathe freely was not in his plan
And the best part of me
Is what he wouldn't see
I'm not my father's son
I'm not the image of what he dreamed of
With the strength of Sparta and the patience of Job
Still couldn't be the one
To echo what he'd done
And mirror what was not in me
So I jumped in my dreams and found an escape
Maybe I went to extremes of leather and lace
But the world seemed brighter six inches off the ground
And the air seemed lighter
I was profound and I felt so proud
Just to live out loud
I'm not my father's son
I'm not the image of what he dreamed of
With the strength of Sparta and the patience of Job
Still couldn't be the one
To echo what he'd done
And mirror what was not in me
The endless story of expectations swirling inside my mind
Wore me down
I came to a realization and I finally turned around
To see
That I could just be me
[CHARLIE]
I'm not my father's son
I'm not the image of what he dreamed of
[LOLA]
With the strength of Sparta and the patience of Job
[CHARLIE/LOLA]
Still couldn't be the one
To echo what he'd done
And mirror what was not in me
[LOLA]
We're the same, Charlie boy
You and me
Steffan, I have been watching your videos for several months and am so impressed by the quality of your work. This video is one of my favorites. The raw emotion you convey is simply incredible to behold. Bravo! Thank you for sharing your talents.
All I can say is 😍😱😱. This truly gave me chills
Stefan, your voice is simply exquisite. I listen to your recordings over and over again and each time, they just get more beautiful. Your pure connection with the lyrics is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful gift xx
Stefan,
Your voice is simply exquisite. Your ability to convey such feeling and emotion in every song you sing is nothing short of phenomenal. I listen to the lyrics and can relate on so many occasions to periods in my own life. Thank you for sharing your beautiful voice xx
Beautifully done! I saw KINKY BOOTS the last time I was in London. How I miss that fascinating city!
Your voice . . . and singing, so intoxicating and beautiful.
Neither am I. Thanks again
This is beautiful!!!!❤️❤️❤️ Do you mind me asking what key this is in?!?!
Beautiful, brought me to tears
Amazing rendition of a touching song. Well done Steffan!
This is just incredibly beautiful. My favourite song from Kinky Boots. Steffan this is one of your best yet. ❤❤😂😂
Thank you for sharing a bit of you. Appreciate. Great vocals. Do you have a song within you?
Your Voice is extraordinary. So much love, so muss strenghth, so much of you!!
Wonderful. Thanks, after a rough day of work, it took me away from it for a bit!
This really spoke to me, making me think of my relationship with my father.
1 word .... beautiful. OK, 2 words.....Amazing!
Just beautiful..... and that smile, Wow!
Beautiful singing...every phrase tells me the story of this song.
Ki vagy te? Imádlak. Nem "Googlizok". Gratulálok. 💖
Cyndi would be proud
Thanks alot, Diolch yn fawr Steffan 😉
This song makes me shed a bucket of tears. Thank you Steffan for this beautiful rendition. I can listen to this all day❤
what a beautiful voice you have
Steffan, the lyrics of this song are so point on for me. And your emotional and heartfelt rendition made this one of my favorites of your repertoire. I am so very grateful that you produce this content for us all to enjoy. If the pandemic ever eases and you travel to the states, I would pay to see you in concert. Seeing your smile and hearing your lovely voice are the high point of my day. Stay safe, my friend!
Thank-you so much for your lovely comments. All the best, thank-you!
Please include Indianapolis/Chicago on that much requested US Tour!!
Oh God I'm crying. My God this is beautiful Steffan. Thank you dear heart.
You have an amazing voice. You should consider doing a cover of "Tell My Father" from "The Civil War". You have the right tone for it. Good stuff.
Great performance Steffan. Every song you cover is truly memorable. Could I ask you to consider performing Pity the Child from Chess. Outside of Murray Head and Keith Burns, I've not heard anyone really handle the verses in the higher register although many have tried! Your voice would sail through this great number and I'm sure all your WOWE fans would love to hear it.
Beautiful
Beautiful! Thanks...
Крутая песня. КРУТЫЕ СЛОВА. КРУТОЕ ИСПОЛНЕНИЕ!
Breathtakingly beautiful ❤️
You're phrasing is impeccable!
Oh wow! Thank you so much for sharing this with all of us. You really took us all on an amazing and heart filled story. It truly brought me to tears. Thank you for this.
This is truly outstanding.
This absolutely fantastic, yet to get through dry eyed... Fantastic cariad xx
Loving your videos! Could listen to you (and others) for hours!
This song went straight to my heart... And what a voice! Thank you for sharing this.
Diolch Steffan bendigedig
Beautiful Song, beautiful voice
Simply stunning 👏👏👏👏
Wonderful voice 👏👏👏👏👏👏
That was beautiful! I have never heard that before. You certainly know how to convey all the emotion. I'm glad I found you on here!
You are surely blessed🙌🏽
Great performance. We need more you. Thanks for sharing !!!
That is absolutely beautiful! Thanks, man! :)
More of you friend
Briliant Steffan. Rwyt mor arbennig x
Wow, so great thank you very much !
I can't hear this song and his voice and not melt in tears.
Brilliant!!!!
Beautiful
❤❤❤ Amazing ❤❤❤
I’m your big fan💜💜💜
These videos need to be daily! We need more of your voice here in Oz .....
Yes please!! I'm also Down Under!
Love it - thank you.
Você é demais! Que interpretação!
Love the pause… can feel emotions in every pauses😢 beautiful!
I like the way he sings 🎶
Brava from Canada
Bravo, So Beautiful. Thank You.
Hi Steffan, beautiful version of this incredible song. What key are you singing this in, please?
Well, wow, I did not know this song, but ooo, did it ring true. Almost embarrassing true. Thanks... I'll be back to hear it again.
When you've got it, you've got it!!!
Riff 2:55 /2:56 .... 😍 Amazing!
What a beautiful voice … can I ask what key is it in ?
Amazing!
Another great video. Thank you, for sharing your talent.
Beautiful
So very expressive! ❤
Thank you Steffan. Keep going mate.
I have watched this many times since it first appeared. I am moved every time by your voice and delivery, Steffan. Wonderful! David
Thank you so much making my day so peace..
Marvelous performance!
👏👏👏 amazing very emotional 😭
B...U...T... ful 😌
Thanks!
I needed this tonight ❤️😢
Da iawn Steffan.
2:54 - 2:56 so smooth
Yes!
Would you put this on Spotify so I can put this on loop?
Hello! The English version isn’t there yet, however my Welsh version is, if you fancy listening to that: open.spotify.com/track/1Q1Q6DeAnhkKY6jnXDUxwF?nd=1&nd=1 Thank-you!
@@Steffan_Hughes I just found the Welsh version and IT'S AMAZING!!!
Lol!