David was trained in the Bel Canto method of opera singing as a Vocal Performance Major at Baylor University. His teachers wanted him to go into Broadway or opera singing, but he felt called to gospel music. This performance was at the Alabama Theatre in Birmingham.
No other version will ever top David Phelps. He doesn’t sing it he also prays every word. I have grown up where this song was heard every Christmas, this is the most moving version ever. What an amazing talented singer. Fabulous reaction
@@555Vibesyou could see that. He moves every part of you. His diction is perfect. Every word can be heard and understood so clearly. He takes you to church while you’re sitting in your own home. I loved seeing you emotions kicking in. Such a beautiful genuine reaction. Thank you from Ireland 🇮🇪
David is a very humble guy too, truly believes that his vocal skills are a gift from God, and he never says thank you after a performance, it's always a simple "amen" he says because he doesn't think he deserves the praise for it personally.
Ah, David…to me, the greatest singer on the planet. Plus, if you ever get to meet him, he’s truly humble, gracious, and funny! He has devoted his life to singing Gospel music.
BRO, THANK YOU SIR! For reacting to my request! David Phelps has a very special gift, not only in the interpretation of his musical choices, but the conviction he brings to make songs come alive! Please note this was filmed and sung "Live", usually a remarkably difficult task to overcome successfully. Plus it helps that David has "Perfect Pitch", a special gift given at birth. Perhaps you may consider reacting to David's cover of Whitney Houston's legendary "I Have Nothing"? David is able to sing this song in the same key as Whitney Houston's. THANK YOU again, and I'll always be a fan and follower of your Channel!
Even after 23 years, this live performance of the song is still considered the greatest version by almost everyone that is reacting to it for the first time. His songs wether solo, duet, Gaither Vocal Band that consisted of 4 to 6 voices or with the whole chorus is still outstanding 23 years later. He also has his own group he records with, and he converted his Barn into a Performance Center. Most people are shocked as to why they never heard of this man before. It's mostly because he dedicates most of his time to Contemporary Christian Music. But he does do Classical, Pop and a little Operatic pieces. Try his cover of Witney Houston's "I HAVE NOTHING" and the Righteous Brother's " UNCHAINED MELODY". Then go back and do his many Christian Songs like "WE SHALL BEHOLD HIM", by Dottie Rambo, "THE END OF THE BEGINNING", "FLY AGAIN" that he wrote and arranged and "HELLO BEAUTIFUL". The list goes on and on. A couple versions of the "Star SPANGLED Banner", one with the Vocal Band and another with his own group, with a twist that he arranged on the second verse with the sound of a Led Zeppelin song as back-up ! (Really Clever)
@@555Vibes You think that was something, this one is off the charts. The last chorus and finale' will blow your mind. Lol th-cam.com/video/4iPIi7sunEU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=9UIRo62olZTlSoA0
David is a once in a lifetime talent! And his deep Christian faith comes through in every word he sings! 💖 You should react to his performance of "He's Alive!" So very powerful! You'll be on your feet praising God even if you're not a believer! 🤗
This is a nice morning break, I've heard of him but I believe it's the first time I've heard him sing, really enjoyed it. Thank you for helping to ring in the holiday season. Appreciate all the work you put into the video and commentary
I came across this video of David about a dozen years ago and was blown away. Recommended it to everyone. I love watching people react to it!!! Seeing their spirit wake within them when he hits that note and everyone joins in is priceless!!! Goosebumps and tears... lol
David's voice was ANNOINTED BY GOD ! You should also check out his original song "Heaven's Shore" the live version.....David and Austin Brown (of Home Free) are the two best vocalists I know of !
David Phelps is the best singer on the planet. He could sing the alphabet and it would be outstanding! He brings the same emotion every single song he sings. Still going strong at 52 years old. Check out his cover of 'I Have Nothing'!!!
This song is a sacred, beautiful hymn, but his slower more powerful rendition WILL BRING YOU TO TEARS-PERSONALLY PROVED! Something moves inside you and you can't help feeling love and faith! ❤☦️🛐✝️❤ Merry Christmas to Everyone!!
My all-time favorite version of this song...David Phelps is so incredibly talented. You should react to his version fo Whitney Houston's song, "I've Got Nothing"...amazing!! My second favorite version of "O Holy Night" is by none other than Home Free...they kill it too...!!
Such a humble man....I loved that he felt overwhelmed with the audience response and quietly walks away and into the crowd behind him....only to to brought back to take a bow lol. so so humble. Brilliant performance. It never ceases to move me.
I totally agree with the comments below. I too consider David to be the best and most versatile tenor voice I have ever heard. His humility, graciousness and ability to sing so amazingly across many genres is indeed incredible. His presentation of this song is the best. As others have said below he is still the best voice on the planet. Lyn Lockrey, Australia.
I recommend this one to people, too because it’s so powerful. I would like to recommend something else I really think you would love. The gentleman behind him in red and black is Mark Lowry. They sang together with the Gaither Vocal Band and he wrote Mary Did You Know. The acapella group Voctave features Mark Lowry singing the song he wrote and it is so incredibly moving and beautiful. ❤
I couldn't tell you were super amazed at listening to David Phelps, pretty much most people react the same. His voice is unbelievable, clear, powerful and he is able to do anything he wants with his voice. I hope you react to more of his videos. Thank you so much😊
For a long time David sang with the Gaithers a Christian group!! David’s talent is beyond compare! David has four children that sing like angels! Listen to his daughter Maggie Beth sing Agnus dae with David! Nice reaction to a great performance!!
The man behind David (near the end of the song) wearing a black coat & red shirt, is Mark Lowry. He wrote an amazing poem called "Mary Did You Know" & asked Buddy Green if he could write music to it. And, boy, did he. I think you'd really enjoy reacting to Mark singing his masterpiece. Would love for you to react to "Mark Lowry, Guy Penrod, David Phelps - Mary Did You Know? [Live]". Thanks for your reaction to David. A truly gifted singer.
I've seen him hold a note for like 18 or 19 seconds before. He's Alive is an Easter song, and he literally makes me gasp for air. The pianist is the late Anthony Burger and is magnificent. He sings Whitney Houston's I Have Nothing which is excellent. I read somewhere that Whitney said he was the best male voice she had ever heard. I have recommended this to several reactors and your the second I've seen this season. I'm happy to see his exposure. David Phelps is a gospel artist and had devoted his voice in praising God. No More Night, End of the Beginning, and Let Freedom Ring are a few of his more popular performances. No video, but he had an album many years ago titled Joy Joy and had a spectacular rendition of Do You Hear What I Hear and Birthday of the King/Hark the Herald Angels Sing. Check him out some more. I promise he NEVER DISAPPOINTS
David trained at Baylor Unoversity in Texas. His music pros wanted him to sing opera but David being a Christian wanted to sing Gospel. The piano player is the late Anthony Berger.
PLEASE show Sandy Parker singing “A Baby Changes Everything”. The music video of her singing in front of a large audience is only 5:08 minutes. This song that she sings is about WHO Christmas is truly about. Merry Christmas everyone!!!
Add to your list to react to: Dead Man Rising, Just As I Am, the Whitney Houston cover I Have Nothing, among just a few of his really super songs. We go to his Barn Bash concert August 31. I have know him since his high school days. His talent is truly a special gift from our Lord God.
Sir, when You have time check out that piano player Anthony Burger, His story is so inspiring. Unfortunately, He passed at age 44. Although tragic. He died while playing "And We shall behold "HIM" ... " . His Wifed had said He Himself couldn't have written His Own ending any better than to be playing for and then to enter Heaven to a higher stage.
I may have missed it but I’m sure you’ll enjoy Home Free’s version, it’s excellent. I After that an absolute MUST is the only one that I think rivals David Phelps’ majestic rendition is #Voctave; there version will leave your jaw on the floor. Both sing it with not only great dynamics that draw you in but what makes them extra-special that you picked up on in this one, is that they are singing with awe and reverence in a way that is most than just a wonderful classic Christmas hymn but with a real aspect of personal worship and belief in the lyrics. 🎶🙏
Awesome reaction, this song SHOULD make you feel some kinda way, I would be concerned about you if it didn't. David and the Gaither crowd (all the singers behind David) are talented singers, but David is simply phenomenal.
David Phelps is the greatest tenor on the planet
I totally agree!!
Well that is a big call! I could name you ten straight away.
Agreed!!!!
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That feeling is the Holy Spirit! David is truly anointed by God❤❤
David was trained in the Bel Canto method of opera singing as a Vocal Performance Major at Baylor University. His teachers wanted him to go into Broadway or opera singing, but he felt called to gospel music. This performance was at the Alabama Theatre in Birmingham.
No other version will ever top David Phelps. He doesn’t sing it he also prays every word. I have grown up where this song was heard every Christmas, this is the most moving version ever. What an amazing talented singer. Fabulous reaction
I felt this one!
@@555Vibesyou could see that. He moves every part of you. His diction is perfect. Every word can be heard and understood so clearly. He takes you to church while you’re sitting in your own home. I loved seeing you emotions kicking in. Such a beautiful genuine reaction. Thank you from Ireland 🇮🇪
Appreciate that and shout out 🇮🇪
David is a very humble guy too, truly believes that his vocal skills are a gift from God, and he never says thank you after a performance, it's always a simple "amen" he says because he doesn't think he deserves the praise for it personally.
David Phelps is the GOAT! and even in his early 50’s now, he is still the greatest voice on the planet!!!
Ah, David…to me, the greatest singer on the planet. Plus, if you ever get to meet him, he’s truly humble, gracious, and funny! He has devoted his life to singing Gospel music.
BRO, THANK YOU SIR! For reacting to my request!
David Phelps has a very special gift, not only in the interpretation of his musical choices, but the conviction he brings to make songs come alive!
Please note this was filmed and sung "Live", usually a remarkably difficult task to overcome successfully. Plus it helps that David has "Perfect Pitch", a special gift given at birth.
Perhaps you may consider reacting to David's cover of Whitney Houston's legendary "I Have Nothing"?
David is able to sing this song in the same key as Whitney Houston's.
THANK YOU again, and I'll always be a fan and follower of your Channel!
Thanks James, I really appreciate you recommending this one. His voice just blew me away. I didn’t know what i was in for.
My favorite version of this beautiful song
That might have been the greatest song ever sung, by anyone on this planet. Name another song that is this iconic and a masterpiece?
Even after 23 years, this live performance of the song is still considered the greatest version by almost everyone that is reacting to it for the first time. His songs wether solo, duet, Gaither Vocal Band that consisted of 4 to 6 voices or with the whole chorus is still outstanding 23 years later. He also has his own group he records with, and he converted his Barn into a Performance Center. Most people are shocked as to why they never heard of this man before. It's mostly because he dedicates most of his time to Contemporary Christian Music. But he does do Classical, Pop and a little Operatic pieces. Try his cover of Witney Houston's "I HAVE NOTHING" and the Righteous Brother's " UNCHAINED MELODY". Then go back and do his many Christian Songs like "WE SHALL BEHOLD HIM", by Dottie Rambo, "THE END OF THE BEGINNING", "FLY AGAIN" that he wrote and arranged and "HELLO BEAUTIFUL". The list goes on and on. A couple versions of the "Star SPANGLED Banner", one with the Vocal Band and another with his own group, with a twist that he arranged on the second verse with the sound of a Led Zeppelin song as back-up ! (Really Clever)
Oh wow! Looking forward to checking these out.
Please do! You will not be disappointed!!
And let’s not forget Let Freedom Ring performed at Carnegie Hall as well as No More Night - the list goes on and on. David Phelps is phenomenal!!!
Yes! Let Freedom Ring is another one that will give you goosebumps! Be sure it's the one performed live at Carnegie Hall.
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David Phelps is the GOAT on this song. This version especially! ❤ He is classically trained.
he is classically trained. He told his dad he wanted to be a singer. So that is what he studied in college!
Lol.. your eyes when he hit that note. I think that's most people's reaction first time!
That was crazy!
@@555Vibes You think that was something, this one is off the charts. The last chorus and finale' will blow your mind. Lol th-cam.com/video/4iPIi7sunEU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=9UIRo62olZTlSoA0
Thanks! I’ll check it out.
Now you need to go down the David Phelps rabbit hole!
🙂
This song is the best song of all time. The lyrics are perfect! Praise to our almighty God!!!
David. Phelps. Is. Classicly. Trained. And. Is. A. Seasoned. Gospel. Vocalist
And behind David Phelps are some of the greatest voices in Southern Gospel music.
Definitely the best version of this song. Nice shout out to the pianist; the late great Anthony Burger. May he rest in peace.
I had to watch it again to see his playing. Amazing!
David is an AMAZING Christian singer. ✝️
David is a once in a lifetime talent! And his deep Christian faith comes through in every word he sings! 💖 You should react to his performance of "He's Alive!" So very powerful! You'll be on your feet praising God even if you're not a believer! 🤗
Thanks! I’ll check it out.
My all time favorite version of this song. You need to check out some of his other songs.
David's version of O Holy Night is the best in my opinion. Another awesome song by David is "No More Night".
Heard him sing this last night in Broken Arrow, Ok live! Unbelievable
Then the Holy Spirit shows up!!!!!🙌🙌🙌🔥🔥🔥🔥
David is a gospel singer. He was with the Gaither Vocal Band for a few years. Check out more from him. He is fantastic
He was with the Vocal band for many years!
David Phelps is a beast when he hits those top notes
Please react to david Phelps singing we shall behold him
David is the GOAT!
David Phelps owns this song! The best version of all time by far.
This is a nice morning break, I've heard of him but I believe it's the first time I've heard him sing, really enjoyed it. Thank you for helping to ring in the holiday season. Appreciate all the work you put into the video and commentary
This one was good Pam! Hope your weekend has been good 🙂
I came across this video of David about a dozen years ago and was blown away. Recommended it to everyone. I love watching people react to it!!! Seeing their spirit wake within them when he hits that note and everyone joins in is priceless!!! Goosebumps and tears... lol
When everyone started singing got me
Check out NO more nights and He's Alive and Let Freedom Ring.
David's voice was ANNOINTED BY GOD ! You should also check out his original song "Heaven's Shore" the live version.....David and Austin Brown (of Home Free) are the two best vocalists I know of !
Two Amazing voices!!
David Phelps does a great job live with "No More Night".
David Phelps is the best singer on the planet. He could sing the alphabet and it would be outstanding! He brings the same emotion every single song he sings. Still going strong at 52 years old. Check out his cover of 'I Have Nothing'!!!
Best on earth.
He's AMAZING. Seen him live a few times❤🎉
This song is a sacred, beautiful hymn, but his slower more powerful rendition WILL BRING YOU TO TEARS-PERSONALLY PROVED! Something moves inside you and you can't help feeling love and faith! ❤☦️🛐✝️❤ Merry Christmas to Everyone!!
Merry Christmas 🎄
My all-time favorite version of this song...David Phelps is so incredibly talented. You should react to his version fo Whitney Houston's song, "I've Got Nothing"...amazing!! My second favorite version of "O Holy Night" is by none other than Home Free...they kill it too...!!
Such a humble man....I loved that he felt overwhelmed with the audience response and quietly walks away and into the crowd behind him....only to to brought back to take a bow lol. so so humble. Brilliant performance. It never ceases to move me.
Love David Phelps!❤😊
I totally agree with the comments below. I too consider David to be the best and most versatile tenor voice I have ever heard. His humility, graciousness and ability to sing so amazingly across many genres is indeed incredible. His presentation of this song is the best. As others have said below he is still the best voice on the planet. Lyn Lockrey, Australia.
Thanks Lyn, can’t wait to see more of David.
David is the best!🙏
David is the best
I recommend this one to people, too because it’s so powerful. I would like to recommend something else I really think you would love. The gentleman behind him in red and black is Mark Lowry. They sang together with the Gaither Vocal Band and he wrote Mary Did You Know. The acapella group Voctave features Mark Lowry singing the song he wrote and it is so incredibly moving and beautiful. ❤
YES!! Mary, Did You Know by #Voctave feat. Mark Lowry is a Christmas must.
Thanks, I’ll definitely check it out!
@@555Vibes Can’t wait!! ❤️
I couldn't tell you were super amazed at listening to David Phelps, pretty much most people react the same. His voice is unbelievable, clear, powerful and he is able to do anything he wants with his voice. I hope you react to more of his videos. Thank you so much😊
For a long time David sang with the Gaithers a Christian group!! David’s talent is beyond compare! David has four children that sing like angels! Listen to his daughter Maggie Beth sing Agnus dae with David! Nice reaction to a great performance!!
The man behind David (near the end of the song) wearing a black coat & red shirt, is Mark Lowry. He wrote an amazing poem called "Mary Did You Know" & asked Buddy Green if he could write music to it. And, boy, did he. I think you'd really enjoy reacting to Mark singing his masterpiece. Would love for you to react to "Mark Lowry, Guy Penrod, David Phelps - Mary Did You Know? [Live]".
Thanks for your reaction to David. A truly gifted singer.
Thank you!
Great reaction! David Phelps is one of the greatest vocalists of all time for sure. Hope you react to more from him... he is simply amazing.
Angelic Beings there. Thank you for your reaction.
Best ever. I listen to it every year❤
I've seen him hold a note for like 18 or 19 seconds before. He's Alive is an Easter song, and he literally makes me gasp for air. The pianist is the late Anthony Burger and is magnificent. He sings Whitney Houston's I Have Nothing which is excellent. I read somewhere that Whitney said he was the best male voice she had ever heard. I have recommended this to several reactors and your the second I've seen this season. I'm happy to see his exposure. David Phelps is a gospel artist and had devoted his voice in praising God. No More Night, End of the Beginning, and Let Freedom Ring are a few of his more popular performances. No video, but he had an album many years ago titled Joy Joy and had a spectacular rendition of Do You Hear What I Hear and Birthday of the King/Hark the Herald Angels Sing. Check him out some more. I promise he NEVER DISAPPOINTS
That’s unbelievable! Thanks for the songs too.
People forget the amazing piano play.
Those piano skills were unbelievable!
Bravo .... 555 ....... 🎶🎶🎶
David trained at Baylor Unoversity in Texas. His music pros wanted him to sing opera but David being a Christian wanted to sing Gospel. The piano player is the late Anthony Berger.
Loved watching your facial expressions while David was singing, isn't he amazing I hope you react to more of his songs😊
Thanks! I definitely will. What a voice.
Check out more of his stuff. He's amazing. Check out his version of Whitney Houston's I Have Nothing
CHECK OUT DAVID PHELPS SINGING "NO MORE NIGHT"...AWESOME!
I absolutely love David Phelps he's the greatest...but please do check out Gabriel Henrique singing O Holy Night his version is great as well
Definitely watching that soon!
He does sing Opera as well.
7:50 he turned the camera off to recover. You can find this in most blind reviews of this song.
You should watch his version of No More Night live version. Amazing
When the Holy Spirit shows up!!!!
Pianist is the late Anthony Berger. He sadly died way too soon.
He didn’t go Mariah Carey, he went David Phelps
Yeah, when he said that, I was like "Mariah wishes..."
PLEASE show Sandy Parker singing “A Baby Changes Everything”. The music video of her singing in front of a large audience is only 5:08 minutes. This song that she sings is about WHO Christmas is truly about. Merry Christmas everyone!!!
Thanks! Merry Christmas 🙂
My favorite male version.
Add to your list to react to: Dead Man Rising, Just As I Am, the Whitney Houston cover I Have Nothing, among just a few of his really super songs. We go to his Barn Bash concert August 31. I have know him since his high school days. His talent is truly a special gift from our Lord God.
Please react to David Phelps doing the song No More Night
Sir, when You have time check out that piano player Anthony Burger, His story is so inspiring. Unfortunately, He passed at age 44. Although tragic. He died while playing "And We shall behold "HIM" ... " .
His Wifed had said He Himself couldn't have written His Own ending any better than to be playing for and then to enter Heaven to a higher stage.
Thank you! I will for sure.
React to JUST AS I AM by David Phelps.
I may have missed it but I’m sure you’ll enjoy Home Free’s version, it’s excellent. I
After that an absolute MUST is the only one that I think rivals David Phelps’ majestic rendition is #Voctave; there version will leave your jaw on the floor. Both sing it with not only great dynamics that draw you in but what makes them extra-special that you picked up on in this one, is that they are singing with awe and reverence in a way that is most than just a wonderful classic Christmas hymn but with a real aspect of personal worship and belief in the lyrics. 🎶🙏
Thanks, I’ll have to see them for sure!
He ner says thank you, it's either amen or praise His name
Watch David Phelps take on Whitney's song I have nothing. It will blow your mind
Awesome reaction, this song SHOULD make you feel some kinda way, I would be concerned about you if it didn't. David and the Gaither crowd (all the singers behind David) are talented singers, but David is simply phenomenal.
Definitely felt that one Arlene!
David Phelps can hold a note until the cows come home. This more like Whitney Houston. He sang his version of "I have Nothing "
He definitely took us to church, now this moves ahead of Mariah Carey not sure between this and Pentatonix, actually they are both different and great
Gather. Congregation. Behind. Him
Pianist was the late Anthony Berger. Gone way too early. Rip
So sad seeing little Amber Nelon in the background there. Sorry, just had to say it. A lot of Lost Ones are in that video.