I closed my eyes and just allowed myself to ride the chills. I am very demanding when it comes to people covering this song because I adore it. But this simply took my breath away. *bows* That was wonderful. Thank you so much for recording this.
This is by far the greatest cover I have seen of this song, what made me cry was the fact that you got the darker side of phantom (when you started laughing) most people don't understand that part of him. I am a huge fan and I'm now subscribing to you.
You are the real deal, dude! I'm a huge Phantom of the Opera fan and this was a perfect rendition of Music of the Night. You have such a distinct presence when you sing. I hope you do more Phan songs because I would love to hear you sing All I Ask of You. Keep up the great work! ^_^
Could you do AIAOY with Malinda and then show Jonathan singing the Reprise? After that you should do your own cover of that reprise in the same style of Jonathan and Malinda's AIAOY to go with their cover. ;)
Nighttime sharpens, heightens each sensation. Darkness stirs and wakes imagination. Silently the senses abandon their defences... Slowly, gently, night unfurls its splendour. Grasp it, sense it tremulous and tender. Turn your face away from the garish light of day, Turn your face away from cold, unfeeling light - and listen to the music of the night... Close your eyes and surrender to your darkest dreams! Leave all thoughts of the world you knew before! Close your eyes, let your spirit start to soar! And you'll live as you've never lived before. Softly, deftly, music shall caress you. Hear it, feel it, secretly possess you. Open up your mind, let your fantasies unwind, in this darkness which you know you cannot fight the darkness of the music of the night. Let your mind start a journey through a strange, new world! Leave all thoughts of the world you knew before! Let your soul take you where you long to be! Only then can you belong to me. Floating, falling, sweet intoxication! Touch me, trust me, savour each sensation! Let the dream begin, let your darker side give in, To the harmony which dreams alone can write, The power of the music of the night! You alone can make my song take flight, Help me make the music of the night.
This is my favorite Phantom of the Opera song, and it was beautifully done :) You have serious talent. I know it probably means nothing coming from a random person on the internet, but you really have some pipes :) Can't wait for the day I see "Starring Caleb Hyles" up in lights on Broadway.
You just brought a 22 year old man to tears. I hope you are proud of your self. You have such a gifted tone - I love the blend of metal rasp with musical numbers. It just works! Can you sing soul too?
donttrustwhatisay no shame in that, man- glad I can make such an impression :) thank you! And Soul? Oh man, I dunno, I do love soul singers, but with men like David Phelps out there, not sure I ought to try lol
Caleb Hyles Stick to what you know bud, you are already unique as it is - but I'm sure you have some soul in you :) Although if your looking for musical challenges: Cats - memories would be a great way to show off your sick tone and vibrato. Keep up the great work and thanks for replying!
I'm a first-time listener of your covers and I just want to say that this is amazing!! You have such a smooth and professional-grade voice, and you sing with the best kind of emotion, which is passionate, but not overbearing. This is truly art.
If you watch the movie you will not be disappointed. I watch it SO OFTEN OMG I swear its the most amazing musical you will see. Despite being a very serious film it has a few funny parts which makes it so much better. AND GERARD BUTLER IS FUCKING AMAZING OMG
Kitty Kat the movie only holds the story, because the singing in comparison to the show doesn't match up. I understand that Butler had very little time to get the vocals together, but the Phantom is supposed to be this angelic singer that teaches Christine all she knows. However they did not portray that. If anything it made people wonder why she is learning from someone who sucks at singing? There's only a small handful of actors in that movie who I can say did great with the singing, but Butler and even the actress who played Christine are not in that category
+The Fox Erik is self taught tho, and Butler decided to do his vocals self taught as well. While I will agree, the music in the movie is nothing in comparison to the stage version of POTO, I do like that Butler decided to stick true to the story, though he could have pollished a bit and added some more emotion. still my favorite musical movie adaptation :) (Sweeny Todd second, Les Mis third, Into the Woods fourth, Newsies is a very very close 5th though)
Liz Lee Exactly. The original phantom was supposed to be more deformed like The Elephant Man and his motivation is to get Christine to see his genius instead of only judging him based on his appearance. Butler doesn't even remotely convey that and really most of the blame can be put on the studio for not even trying to make the deformity look convincing or even try harder to make it possible for him to sing those songs As for Christine, I completely agree.
I don't know what those who hire actors for musicals look for, I'd imagine credentials, like gone to this music school and been in that performance, but some people can have a natural talent too!
I couldn't even tell it was hard for you!! My husband (Who isn't really into music, musicals, youtube or anything else awesome!) actually turned away from his Minecraft game to give me a "wow, that guy's really good!" nod.
I feel like it’s he pulls together the two spectrums of phantom singers: those who have sweeter, higher voices, and those with deeper, stronger ones. Basically best of both worlds, I rly love this rendition.
Christ i thought only Crawford could produce a spectral enough voice to be called a real Phantom of the opera. Apparently i was wrong and you are awesome.
Phantom of the Opera is such a beautiful musical. I have loved it since I was little. This is an absolutely beautiful cover of one of the most dramatic songs. Great job!!! Nice Fluttershy plushie, by the way ;)
scuba12 I completely agree. One of my all time favorites! I'm glad you enjoyed the cover :) And lol, that's my lady friend's Fluttershy Pop figurine :P
I seriously have chills right now. This is truly beautiful. Not only did you just sing this song- probably one of my favorites in the entire play- perfectly, I honestly believe that you really captured the Phantom as a character, too. Very nicely done. Keep up the awesome work, Caleb. ^^
+Extra Ordinary 1:45 is actually harder to do in the song, in my opinion. He pulled it off perfectly, but holding that particular part and not wavering at all or losing the pitch? That's the harder part in my opinion.
Oh my, I have been on TH-cam many years, this happens to be the best vocals of all time, this is absolutely amazing, I truly enjoyed this. I wish I personally knew Andrew Loyd Webber, because I would take you to his house to let him hear this, If you haven't met him yet I hope someday you do.
When you sang "let your spirit start to soar" I literally felt like Christine. You hit that note perfectly. You must've been extremely proud after you sang it!
+Caleb Hyles Yes, this song has a very wide range, but you pulled it off very nicely. You also put emotion into your singing which many other people fail to do. This came out perfectly so don't worry! ;)
+Tony Barthlow I was singing with this trying to harmonize and just discovered a bit of my vibrato, so while im not pregnant. I am just as happy as if I was.
NinjaPanda GamerGirl Perhaps Epiphany? With his vocal range / type it would more difficult to perform something like My Friends. However, his voice is comparable to George Hearn who played Todd in the original Broadway cast, so maybe? Hopefully.
I have never heard a good cover from Phantom of the Opera. Not even my favorite band, Nightwish, delivers. But THIS is really something special! Great job!
I remember singing this song for choir in the sixth grade and it imposed so many emotions on me and was just so powerful to hear without any context of the musical or anything. This brought back a lot of memories for me. It's also really nice to realize how far I've come as a singer! I love all your stuff. Keep singing, pal!
Ok, dude, you're seriously amazing. This cover is up there with performances by Michael Crawford and Ramin Karimloo. That's how great this is! It's obvious how hard you worked on this, and I want to say thank you. I love all your covers. You do all my favorite things, from Broadway to Fall Out Boy to Disney to MCR. Your voice is so amazing, thank you so so so much!!
Seriously, how have I made it this far in my life without hearing you sing?! You are AMAZING. All of your stuff is amazing, but your Phantom stuff...perfect.
I'm such a huge fan of Phantom and I cannot count how many times I've heard this song covered by different people. But I've got to say you probably take the hat. You seemed to give the song a something that I've haven't heard (or maybe felt) before. It was beautiful and true music. I think you made me tear up. Thank you!!
One of my favorite Operas, Musicals and you nailed it again. Did the mask help you get into character? You are a good or better that any "professionals" I have heard sing this song. You communicated it perfectly with really powerful moments of dynamic intensity in the right5 places and holding back in others showing that you understand the text and character. The way you handles the higher notes was so insuring! Loved it. When can we buy your CD? I'd be in a heartbeat. Seriously Caleb, I am classical trained and taught for over 20 years vocal music. For a young man you have such a grasp and understanding of your instrument, tone placement and vowels and consonants with the accents and phrasing seeming almost natural. You have a career in singing just about any genera you want but music like this and the other music you have share with us is where you greatest strength lies. I always wish you the very best off success and opportunity.
Wow! Many thanks for the wonderful feedback, Dano :) I'd love to get some CDs created soon, and I sure hope to have a career in music! That is the dream lol. I hope you will check out some of my other videos too!
Caleb Hyles Thank for your comment on my feedback. I have watched every one of your videos I think since I found you on You Tube and I have followed your present musical journey. I think I have commented on most of them. What is find is a strong consistent vocal technique. Some of it seems natural, you got a great instrument. You are indeed blessed and a good musician as well. I know what it takes to be in music and perform. Your music comes from a heart of passion, this is obvious. You have my continued support and encouragement. I have studied voice for many years and taught music and I feel I know a grey voice when I hear it and see the performer. You have already mastered so much. Now master yourself and be grateful to Creator for your gift, use it for good to make others feel joy, passion and all good feelings. Music is a huge tool of healing and good will. Vibration and sound created the Cosmos and our world and contuse to sustain it, even the Earth sings as well as the planets, Suns and Stars. May you have a safe and good journey this week.
If this could help you get ease, you can always buy the From the dark CD, the group he is singing in. Since I bought it i've never regret it once. Best Cd in years in my book.
Yes, it's a super difficult track and you nailed it!! I got all emotional when you sang the "Close your eyes, let your spirit start to soar...And you'll live as you've never lived before" I almost cried, beautiful! You're amazing
Due to having seen our town's production of "Jekyll & Hyde," I am obliged to request that you do either "This is the Moment" or "Alive" from the aforementioned musical. After listening to this, I know you can do them, and they're both absolutely beautiful songs. EDIT: I just realized there wasn't really a compliment in this comment, which I really did want to give you; Fantastic work on this piece, I've honestly never heard it better, anywhere. Definitely one of the best covers you have done; impeccable vocals, incredible emotion, just fantastic.
Thank you very much, Braden Menke ! I have heard I need to try out some "Jekyll & Hyde" and I hope to in the near future! I hope you enjoy my other showtunes I've been cranking out, I'll be doing a few more for the rest of the summer!
Mate, you just earned yourself a new fan all the way from the UK. Been listening to your covers every night for the past 6 days in a row!! Simply amazing. I really hope you get a career in the music industry, you certainly deserve it. All the best :D
John Rees I certainly hope so as well! And it's because of people like you that that dream is all the more closer :) I promise, your patronage will not be forgotten
You are amazing and have reached my top three favorite Phantom of the Opera's. Your voice is just amazing, the depth, the darkness you bring to the song, the strength, you are the epitome of the Phantom of the Opera.
I have come across your channel at the right time as far as I am concerned! I am beginning my full time training in musical theatre in just under a months time and can I just say that I am completely inspired by your work! Especially this song as it is one of my favourites! Your voice is absolutely amazing! Your tone is so beautiful! I can only aspire to be half as good as you! I can't wait to see more of your work in the future! Thank you very much for sharing your gift! Liam from Scotland! :)
My grandmother introduced this Broadway musical to me when I was very little. I've loved it ever since. This just took my breath away and gave me chills, and might've made me shed a tear or two! Your voice is so powerful! Amazing job!! ☺️
I have way too many favorites (not Gerard though don't hate me I just love the stage production so much that I don't like the movie much anymore🙊). I love just about every stage actor who has played the phantom, my top 5 are Ramin Karimloo (bae❤️), Hugh Panaro (my husband❤️), Gary Mauer (true angel of music❤️), John Owen Jones (definitely going to be a theatre LEGEND❤️), and Norm Lewis (such a rich voice❤️)
This came on my playlist in the shower. I thought it was Michael Crawford. I got out of the shower, looked at my phone. Low key in tears. It was someone much more impressive. This was so beautiful. I think the Fandom has its new Phantom🤍🖤
I can’t believe this was from 7 years ago. This was absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for doing this, Caleb, I was having a poor night tonight, and you managed to make it that much better.
I've been following you for awhile by just looking you up and decided to go through all your old videos. Found this. Subbed. Keep up the brilliant work, bud. You're fantastic
It's good, but I really wonder how else that great punch at 3:03-3:10 would have sounded if you were a little closer to the pop filter. Is the microphone used for this performance a Shure microphone, and did you use ProTools for this? Really great emotive song choice, and your vocal range as a male performer for this song is superb. Really wonderful work Caleb. We reviewed this at the Art Institute of Seattle, and even my top level audio professors were amazed.
Jon Snow Sadly, my audio setup for these covers is pretty lacking heh I just have the SM57 direct line into a laptop, and I record through Audacity. I post produce in Adobe Audition, but even my knowledge there is limited. I what I can with what I have though! And I'm glad you enjoyed it :D Tell your professors I said hi and thank you very much
Hmm..well I have audacity at home as well. Were you over-dubbing your voice to the music so you knew you're cues as to when to sing? We haven't touched upon Adobe Audtion and I doubt we ever will since Pro Tools is the industry standard for music in the business including audio for film and animation. Thanks again.
great performance !!! to be true i'm a fan of the music but it's obvious that it's a really hard song to sing !!! so wow !!! ^^ the emotion was there too so BRAVO !!!!
I know late to the party BUT Phantom was the ultimate goal musical for me growing up. Literally the reason I started singing so I'm very picky about it. And you absolutely nailed it!
I have goosebumps ON TOP OF goosebumps! I am SO in love with your voice!!!! And I thought the Game of Thrones/Frozen mashup was my favorite...NOPE! This one now takes the cake. You are INCREDIBLE, sir.
Damn. I thought I was an almost decent singer, but, holy hell man. Compared to you, I sound like a prepubescent kid who has been kicked ten times in the groin with a steel toe boot who is trying to even talk. That was seriously incredible, and definitely something you should be very proud of.
Someone is always going to be better then you. But that also ,eans someone is worse then you. Take notes from the people that are better and use them to get better yourself. Never put yourself down ;) i dont think u where trying to but it seemed alittle like it. Just trying to help x3
I love the emotions I can see in your eyes Caleb. I love how your eyes show so much in just a little smolder. Especially songs like this that are moving. You make it that much better to watch. Thank you!
I love your voice so much!!! It would be awesome if you could do another Phantom of the Opera song, like Past the Point of No Return :D Whatever you do, don't stop singing!
Just wanted you to know you're probably my favorite person right now. I play your music and my five month old stops crying and generally falls asleep lol till I turn it off then he's up again. >.> But yeah you have a fantastic voice that sooths babies lol ^-^
Was that Discord playing in the background of the end of your video? If that hints at one of your future videos, I am just beyond hyped! Awesome job Caleb, this is one for the favorites!
I absolutely LOVE this song! It has got to be my most favorite song of all (for now anyway, lol) and I love what you did with it. I agree, it's a very difficult song, but you pulled it off very well
Ladies and gentlemen! The Angel of Music!
Anna Lee :D Yay! *bows
Agreed! Such a lovely voice! *internal screaming*
Caleb Hyles This is better than the opera/movie/Gerard/other Phantom people! You did great!
*Sing, my Angel of Music!* ;)
Caleb, I'd tell you to *come to me, Angel of Music,* but you don't know where I live. ;)
that piercing "Beeeeeee"....drives you simply insane!
His neighbors should be so lucky to live next to a guy as kind and awesome as he
This was absolutely beautiful my man. Well done sir \m/ \m/
Never thought I would see you here
I closed my eyes and just allowed myself to ride the chills. I am very demanding when it comes to people covering this song because I adore it. But this simply took my breath away.
*bows*
That was wonderful. Thank you so much for recording this.
Yes me too. Just close the eyes and listen.
*Close your eyes, let your spirit start to SOAR. And you'll live as you never lived before.* ;)
Truly incredible and the goosebumps coated every inch of my body as i listened to the Angel before us
This is everything the Phantom movie should have been and more.
Caleb Hyles for Phantom 2016
Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous
If you go to my FB page, I did a live version of all I ask of you with a girl I met at Delta H con this weekend!
+Caleb Hyles that sounds beautiful, I'll need to check it out immediately thank you
I'm in.
I wish I could like this comment x1000
You and Malinda need to do a cover of Past The Point of No Return.
OH GOD i agree with you so much!
R MH OMG YES!!!!
Yes please!
still needs it!
Well until that happens, we have a cover of that with Jonathan Young as Erik/the Phantom :)
I hear echoes of Michael Crawford in your voice and that makes me happier than you can know. WONDERFUL rendition. I am amazed.
You should find a female to sing Phantom of the Opera with. I have a feeling that would be seriously awesome.
+Claire Honeycutt) He sang 'The Phantom of the Opera' with Malinda Kathleen Reese for her Google Translate Sings video that she did.
+Eliza Kavon Yeah I remember that video. Unfortunetly though her voice is great, she just doesn't have a great voice type.for Christine
They need a normal version. WE NEED IT!
A female Raoul, or however you say it. Let him do Christine's part in All I Ask Of You
That would be great. Caleb, could you colab on that idea with Malinda Kathleen Reese, please? ;)
Moooooooooore of this type of songs please!!! Your voice is heavenly!!! 😭😍
I love how you can subtly hear the Phantom's desperation/slight insanity in some parts while still keeping the calm manner
This is by far the greatest cover I have seen of this song, what made me cry was the fact that you got the darker side of phantom (when you started laughing) most people don't understand that part of him. I am a huge fan and I'm now subscribing to you.
And suddenly I forget how to breathe... For gods sake why is this man not the Phantom on Broadway?
Omg, I started crying at 'turn your face away'. This is exactly what the movie should have been. Gerard has a good voice but yours is so much better.
Gerard wasn't even close
You are the real deal, dude! I'm a huge Phantom of the Opera fan and this was a perfect rendition of Music of the Night. You have such a distinct presence when you sing. I hope you do more Phan songs because I would love to hear you sing All I Ask of You. Keep up the great work! ^_^
AmericanKilljoy Ooooooo!~ AIAOY would be a great one, wouldn't it? ;) Thank you for your kind words, as well!
Caleb Hyles I would be extremely interested in All I Ask of You. This definitely needs to be a thing. Note the term "needs".
Caleb Hyles All aboard the "all i ask of you" train!
Cover that song Monsieur Hyles, *that's All I Ask of You.* ;)
Could you do AIAOY with Malinda and then show Jonathan singing the Reprise? After that you should do your own cover of that reprise in the same style of Jonathan and Malinda's AIAOY to go with their cover. ;)
Nighttime sharpens, heightens each sensation.
Darkness stirs and wakes imagination.
Silently the senses abandon their defences...
Slowly, gently, night unfurls its splendour.
Grasp it, sense it tremulous and tender.
Turn your face away from the garish light of day,
Turn your face away from cold, unfeeling light -
and listen to the music of the night...
Close your eyes and surrender to your darkest dreams!
Leave all thoughts of the world you knew before!
Close your eyes, let your spirit start to soar!
And you'll live as you've never lived before.
Softly, deftly, music shall caress you.
Hear it, feel it, secretly possess you.
Open up your mind, let your fantasies unwind,
in this darkness which you know you cannot fight
the darkness of the music of the night.
Let your mind start a journey through a strange, new world!
Leave all thoughts of the world you knew before!
Let your soul take you where you long to be!
Only then can you belong to me.
Floating, falling, sweet intoxication!
Touch me, trust me, savour each sensation!
Let the dream begin, let your darker side give in,
To the harmony which dreams alone can write,
The power of the music of the night!
You alone can make my song take flight,
Help me make the music of the night.
Thanks for these lyrics ^3^
I love it when I see singers performing this piece and they are literally embodying the character of Erik/Phantom...it adds this little bit of realism
This is my favorite Phantom of the Opera song, and it was beautifully done :) You have serious talent. I know it probably means nothing coming from a random person on the internet, but you really have some pipes :) Can't wait for the day I see "Starring Caleb Hyles" up in lights on Broadway.
He deserves a Tony for this work of art. ;)
You just brought a 22 year old man to tears. I hope you are proud of your self. You have such a gifted tone - I love the blend of metal rasp with musical numbers. It just works! Can you sing soul too?
donttrustwhatisay no shame in that, man- glad I can make such an impression :) thank you! And Soul? Oh man, I dunno, I do love soul singers, but with men like David Phelps out there, not sure I ought to try lol
Caleb Hyles Stick to what you know bud, you are already unique as it is - but I'm sure you have some soul in you :) Although if your looking for musical challenges: Cats - memories would be a great way to show off your sick tone and vibrato.
Keep up the great work and thanks for replying!
Petition for Caleb to play Erik forever. Please. GOD, PLEASE.
I love the sound of your voice, and all I can say is that you should be the next Erik on Broadway.
I swear they need this man on broadway.
You've mastered the skill of knowing where to be soft and where to be strong in the notes. Just beautiful!
Welp, I'm officially in love with his voice.
God help me if he has a cover of "Past the Point of No Return"
+Casey Steinmetz it's not off the table ;)
You and me both
I'm a first-time listener of your covers and I just want to say that this is amazing!! You have such a smooth and professional-grade voice, and you sing with the best kind of emotion, which is passionate, but not overbearing. This is truly art.
thank you, pastelbears ! I am glad you're enjoying my covers, check out my fanpage and website for more fun stuff :D
If I don't see you in any famous musicals soon, I'm going go be thoroughly disappointed in those who cast actors.
If you watch the movie you will not be disappointed. I watch it SO OFTEN OMG I swear its the most amazing musical you will see. Despite being a very serious film it has a few funny parts which makes it so much better. AND GERARD BUTLER IS FUCKING AMAZING OMG
Kitty Kat the movie only holds the story, because the singing in comparison to the show doesn't match up. I understand that Butler had very little time to get the vocals together, but the Phantom is supposed to be this angelic singer that teaches Christine all she knows. However they did not portray that. If anything it made people wonder why she is learning from someone who sucks at singing? There's only a small handful of actors in that movie who I can say did great with the singing, but Butler and even the actress who played Christine are not in that category
+The Fox Erik is self taught tho, and Butler decided to do his vocals self taught as well. While I will agree, the music in the movie is nothing in comparison to the stage version of POTO, I do like that Butler decided to stick true to the story, though he could have pollished a bit and added some more emotion. still my favorite musical movie adaptation :) (Sweeny Todd second, Les Mis third, Into the Woods fourth, Newsies is a very very close 5th though)
Liz Lee Exactly. The original phantom was supposed to be more deformed like The Elephant Man and his motivation is to get Christine to see his genius instead of only judging him based on his appearance. Butler doesn't even remotely convey that and really most of the blame can be put on the studio for not even trying to make the deformity look convincing or even try harder to make it possible for him to sing those songs
As for Christine, I completely agree.
I don't know what those who hire actors for musicals look for, I'd imagine credentials, like gone to this music school and been in that performance, but some people can have a natural talent too!
I couldn't even tell it was hard for you!! My husband (Who isn't really into music, musicals, youtube or anything else awesome!) actually turned away from his Minecraft game to give me a "wow, that guy's really good!" nod.
I swooned after hearing the first notes :O He should totally play the Phantom :O His voice is the epitome of Phantom and sexiness :O
You've made this song my favourite of the whole musical. You're not just masked like the phantom, your singing like the phantom.
I feel like it’s he pulls together the two spectrums of phantom singers: those who have sweeter, higher voices, and those with deeper, stronger ones. Basically best of both worlds, I rly love this rendition.
Ugh
Hello feather
Hi there! ^,^
Don't care that this is 6 years old, Phantom of the Opera will always be my favourite movie. Thank you for displaying it so beautifully
Christ i thought only Crawford could produce a spectral enough voice to be called a real Phantom of the opera. Apparently i was wrong and you are awesome.
Thank you :)
Everytime I listen to this the line "Close your eyes and surrender" gives me chills, you sang it so purely aahhh I love it
Phantom of the Opera is such a beautiful musical. I have loved it since I was little. This is an absolutely beautiful cover of one of the most dramatic songs. Great job!!!
Nice Fluttershy plushie, by the way ;)
scuba12 I completely agree. One of my all time favorites! I'm glad you enjoyed the cover :) And lol, that's my lady friend's Fluttershy Pop figurine :P
I seriously have chills right now. This is truly beautiful. Not only did you just sing this song- probably one of my favorites in the entire play- perfectly, I honestly believe that you really captured the Phantom as a character, too. Very nicely done. Keep up the awesome work, Caleb. ^^
If you are a guy and you can hit the note at 3:04 I automatically will have so much respect for you
I am respected :)
+Extra Ordinary not even that high considering Caleb's standards XD
+Extra Ordinary
1:45 is actually harder to do in the song, in my opinion. He pulled it off perfectly, but holding that particular part and not wavering at all or losing the pitch? That's the harder part in my opinion.
Oh my, I have been on TH-cam many years, this happens to be the best vocals of all time, this is absolutely amazing, I truly enjoyed
this. I wish I personally knew Andrew Loyd Webber, because I would take you to his house to let him hear this, If you haven't met him yet I hope someday you do.
I'm respected!!
When you sang "let your spirit start to soar" I literally felt like Christine. You hit that note perfectly. You must've been extremely proud after you sang it!
+Ali Cowan LOL I was just worried the note would break xD Getting on top of a note like that is hard for me, so when I nail it, I get scared hah
+Caleb Hyles Yes, this song has a very wide range, but you pulled it off very nicely. You also put emotion into your singing which many other people fail to do. This came out perfectly so don't worry! ;)
Holy Moly, I think these vocals just got me pregnant! PHENOMENAL job!!!
+Tony Barthlow XD LOL Is Tony a female??
Nope, male. That's just how amazing your voice is. Seriously though, one of the best covers I've ever heard.
+Tony Barthlow I was singing with this trying to harmonize and just discovered a bit of my vibrato, so while im not pregnant. I am just as happy as if I was.
😂
Mpreg
I think you should do a Sweeny todd song.
NinjaPanda GamerGirl Yessss
Haley Selvidge I know right?
THIS!!!
NinjaPanda GamerGirl Perhaps Epiphany? With his vocal range / type it would more difficult to perform something like My Friends. However, his voice is comparable to George Hearn who played Todd in the original Broadway cast, so maybe? Hopefully.
Most definitely. He could possibly exceed Mr.George hearn.
I have never heard a good cover from Phantom of the Opera. Not even my favorite band, Nightwish, delivers. But THIS is really something special! Great job!
Means a lot Sheila Hite :) thank you so much
Nailed it! It's the best version I've heard.
Life. Complete. Phantom Obsession Overload
This is the one I come back to most often for a "rehear".You become the character by the very second line of the lyrics.Incredible,really...
An exquisite performance and a well-composed song.
I remember singing this song for choir in the sixth grade and it imposed so many emotions on me and was just so powerful to hear without any context of the musical or anything. This brought back a lot of memories for me. It's also really nice to realize how far I've come as a singer! I love all your stuff. Keep singing, pal!
Ok, dude, you're seriously amazing. This cover is up there with performances by Michael Crawford and Ramin Karimloo. That's how great this is! It's obvious how hard you worked on this, and I want to say thank you. I love all your covers. You do all my favorite things, from Broadway to Fall Out Boy to Disney to MCR. Your voice is so amazing, thank you so so so much!!
Seriously, how have I made it this far in my life without hearing you sing?! You are AMAZING. All of your stuff is amazing, but your Phantom stuff...perfect.
I'm such a huge fan of Phantom and I cannot count how many times I've heard this song covered by different people. But I've got to say you probably take the hat. You seemed to give the song a something that I've haven't heard (or maybe felt) before. It was beautiful and true music. I think you made me tear up. Thank you!!
Thank you Lillian Liebman :) means a lot!
When he sings the line, "Close your eyes..." I literally melt lol He sings it so well that I just have to replay it!
I just saw this musical yesterday and I fell in love with this song. Thank you for making it even better then I thought possible
Caleb - no need to apologize. You are simply the best!!! I can't get enough of your voice and your styles.
One of my favorite Operas, Musicals and you nailed it again. Did the mask help you get into character? You are a good or better that any "professionals" I have heard sing this song. You communicated it perfectly with really powerful moments of dynamic intensity in the right5 places and holding back in others showing that you understand the text and character. The way you handles the higher notes was so insuring! Loved it. When can we buy your CD? I'd be in a heartbeat. Seriously Caleb, I am classical trained and taught for over 20 years vocal music. For a young man you have such a grasp and understanding of your instrument, tone placement and vowels and consonants with the accents and phrasing seeming almost natural. You have a career in singing just about any genera you want but music like this and the other music you have share with us is where you greatest strength lies. I always wish you the very best off success and opportunity.
Wow! Many thanks for the wonderful feedback, Dano :) I'd love to get some CDs created soon, and I sure hope to have a career in music! That is the dream lol. I hope you will check out some of my other videos too!
Caleb Hyles Thank for your comment on my feedback. I have watched every one of your videos I think since I found you on You Tube and I have followed your present musical journey. I think I have commented on most of them. What is find is a strong consistent vocal technique. Some of it seems natural, you got a great instrument. You are indeed blessed and a good musician as well. I know what it takes to be in music and perform. Your music comes from a heart of passion, this is obvious. You have my continued support and encouragement. I have studied voice for many years and taught music and I feel I know a grey voice when I hear it and see the performer. You have already mastered so much. Now master yourself and be grateful to Creator for your gift, use it for good to make others feel joy, passion and all good feelings. Music is a huge tool of healing and good will. Vibration and sound created the Cosmos and our world and contuse to sustain it, even the Earth sings as well as the planets, Suns and Stars. May you have a safe and good journey this week.
If this could help you get ease, you can always buy the From the dark CD, the group he is singing in. Since I bought it i've never regret it once. Best Cd in years in my book.
Thank you so much, Etnadood ! So glad you enjoy the album! Can't wait to share more stuff from FtD in the near future ;)
Yes, it's a super difficult track and you nailed it!! I got all emotional when you sang the "Close your eyes, let your spirit start to soar...And you'll live as you've never lived before" I almost cried, beautiful! You're amazing
Due to having seen our town's production of "Jekyll & Hyde," I am obliged to request that you do either "This is the Moment" or "Alive" from the aforementioned musical.
After listening to this, I know you can do them, and they're both absolutely beautiful songs.
EDIT: I just realized there wasn't really a compliment in this comment, which I really did want to give you; Fantastic work on this piece, I've honestly never heard it better, anywhere. Definitely one of the best covers you have done; impeccable vocals, incredible emotion, just fantastic.
Thank you very much, Braden Menke ! I have heard I need to try out some "Jekyll & Hyde" and I hope to in the near future! I hope you enjoy my other showtunes I've been cranking out, I'll be doing a few more for the rest of the summer!
This feels even more amazing after seeing Phantom on Broadway for the first time.
wow man thats sooo wonderfull your voice is so soft and yet so powerfull it just blows my mind instantly subbed keep it up man
greetings from germany
ZodiacLP Greetings, Germany!! Thanks for the sub, and welcome to the #HylesHypeCrew
So much emotion, thank you ❤
Mate, you just earned yourself a new fan all the way from the UK. Been listening to your covers every night for the past 6 days in a row!! Simply amazing. I really hope you get a career in the music industry, you certainly deserve it. All the best :D
John Rees I certainly hope so as well! And it's because of people like you that that dream is all the more closer :) I promise, your patronage will not be forgotten
You are amazing and have reached my top three favorite Phantom of the Opera's. Your voice is just amazing, the depth, the darkness you bring to the song, the strength, you are the epitome of the Phantom of the Opera.
I have come across your channel at the right time as far as I am concerned! I am beginning my full time training in musical theatre in just under a months time and can I just say that I am completely inspired by your work! Especially this song as it is one of my favourites! Your voice is absolutely amazing! Your tone is so beautiful! I can only aspire to be half as good as you! I can't wait to see more of your work in the future!
Thank you very much for sharing your gift!
Liam from Scotland! :)
Liam Carlyon thanks for that - and I wish you all the best on your journey, man!
My grandmother introduced this Broadway musical to me when I was very little. I've loved it ever since. This just took my breath away and gave me chills, and might've made me shed a tear or two! Your voice is so powerful! Amazing job!! ☺️
Right up there with JOJ, Micheal Crawford, and RAMIN.
Don't forget Colm Wilkonson
+Viet Kathy and Gerard Butler
+Lunaconspiracy365 let's agree to disagree
hahaha Gerard... ahahahah +Ollie Longo i agree
What about Gerard Butler? My favorite phantom of all
Lungs for days man. Killer breath control. Going back through your old stuff and am still blown away
That high note gave me chills ALL across my scalp. GOOD JOB DUDE, HOLY CANOLI.
You have a lot of talent, a complete artist! Wonderful voice!!! Brazil
Please do phantom of the opera or down once more.
Is there a love button, because I am obsessed. You were incredible! I must have listened to this 10 times today
Ladies and gentleman we have a good phantom! Michael Crawford and Norm are still in my heart as well as butler (though small) but fit right in there😍
TheDisneyLover58 Woohoo!! :D Yes, those two are on my list of fav Phantoms as well. However, Karimloo tops them all imo ;)
Caleb Hyles Oh, well he is more my so-so.
I have way too many favorites (not Gerard though don't hate me I just love the stage production so much that I don't like the movie much anymore🙊). I love just about every stage actor who has played the phantom, my top 5 are Ramin Karimloo (bae❤️), Hugh Panaro (my husband❤️), Gary Mauer (true angel of music❤️), John Owen Jones (definitely going to be a theatre LEGEND❤️), and Norm Lewis (such a rich voice❤️)
Katie Tucker SHAME FOR YOU FOR PUTTING NORM LEWIS SO LOW ON THE LIST!... KEEP THE HAND AT LEVEL OF YOUR EYE!
Norm is one of my favorites. ;)
I've melted. Thank you so much! I really enjoyed it! You are AWESOME!!👍👍👌👌
You made me cry man. I can feel the song on my soul.
This came on my playlist in the shower. I thought it was Michael Crawford. I got out of the shower, looked at my phone. Low key in tears. It was someone much more impressive. This was so beautiful. I think the Fandom has its new Phantom🤍🖤
Oh my gosh Caleb, you are amazing! Wait, have you been in any musicals then? If not, why not? I'd love to see you in the real Phantom musical...
Beautiful. Simply beautiful.
words cannot describe how amazing this cover was. *applause*
I can’t believe this was from 7 years ago. This was absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for doing this, Caleb, I was having a poor night tonight, and you managed to make it that much better.
I'd love to hear you sing "No one would listen".
Please do some more Phantom of the Opera Covers. :)
I'm in tears right now this was so amazing, my heart can't take it! You have the perfect voice for the Phantom!!
I've been following you for awhile by just looking you up and decided to go through all your old videos. Found this. Subbed. Keep up the brilliant work, bud. You're fantastic
J Glynn Hey, big thanks Glynn! :) Welcome to the #HylesHypeCrew!
I've seen Phantom 22 times, and this was such a pure, beautiful, perfect rendition. I am absolutely blown away. Thank you so very much!
It's good, but I really wonder how else that great punch at 3:03-3:10 would have sounded if you were a little closer to the pop filter. Is the microphone used for this performance a Shure microphone, and did you use ProTools for this? Really great emotive song choice, and your vocal range as a male performer for this song is superb. Really wonderful work Caleb. We reviewed this at the Art Institute of Seattle, and even my top level audio professors were amazed.
Jon Snow Sadly, my audio setup for these covers is pretty lacking heh I just have the SM57 direct line into a laptop, and I record through Audacity. I post produce in Adobe Audition, but even my knowledge there is limited. I what I can with what I have though! And I'm glad you enjoyed it :D Tell your professors I said hi and thank you very much
Hmm..well I have audacity at home as well. Were you over-dubbing your voice to the music so you knew you're cues as to when to sing? We haven't touched upon Adobe Audtion and I doubt we ever will since Pro Tools is the industry standard for music in the business including audio for film and animation. Thanks again.
I am absolutely speechless. I am a huge fan of your channel and of Phantom of the opera. This is truly a great performance 👏
great performance !!! to be true i'm a fan of the music but it's obvious that it's a really hard song to sing !!! so wow !!! ^^ the emotion was there too so BRAVO !!!!
i'm not* a fan of the music...
yataaaa !! ^^ suuuure but i'm sure there some other people that are dreaming with a picture of him in one hand and his musics in their earpluggs !
why did i say dreaming...? i meant sleeping ! ^^'
I know late to the party BUT Phantom was the ultimate goal musical for me growing up. Literally the reason I started singing so I'm very picky about it. And you absolutely nailed it!
Caleb, you have a voice to fall in love with.
Wow, how could anyone not like one of your covers. Your voice is utterly amazing, keep up the good work.
I have goosebumps ON TOP OF goosebumps! I am SO in love with your voice!!!! And I thought the Game of Thrones/Frozen mashup was my favorite...NOPE! This one now takes the cake. You are INCREDIBLE, sir.
Thank you Jennifer Stiglet ! :)
Absolutely!
Please, PLEASE be the next Phantom! This is one of (if not) the best covers I've ever heard!
Damn. I thought I was an almost decent singer, but, holy hell man. Compared to you, I sound like a prepubescent kid who has been kicked ten times in the groin with a steel toe boot who is trying to even talk. That was seriously incredible, and definitely something you should be very proud of.
Someone is always going to be better then you. But that also ,eans someone is worse then you. Take notes from the people that are better and use them to get better yourself. Never put yourself down ;) i dont think u where trying to but it seemed alittle like it. Just trying to help x3
Punisherkid4 i agree with you and i want to add one more thing :) use the people who are better as an inspiration :)
I literally just heard an angel and bawled my eyes out
Caleb is an *Angel of Music.* ;)
This is pure magic
thank you rollingwolfang77 :)
Caleb Hyles Most Excellent Good sir.
Thank you fadingjedi :)
I love the emotions I can see in your eyes Caleb. I love how your eyes show so much in just a little smolder. Especially songs like this that are moving. You make it that much better to watch. Thank you!
I love your voice so much!!! It would be awesome if you could do another Phantom of the Opera song, like Past the Point of No Return :D Whatever you do, don't stop singing!
Gretchen Lund Def plan to do more Phantom in the future!
Omg Point of no Return would be amazing!
Amelia Peterson OMG YES.
*swoons*
That was beautiful. Lovely, lovely voice. I felt that emotion.
Just wanted you to know you're probably my favorite person right now. I play your music and my five month old stops crying and generally falls asleep lol till I turn it off then he's up again. >.> But yeah you have a fantastic voice that sooths babies lol ^-^
***** Haha! I'll try to make more lullaby-like songs just for your child ;) Thank you for the love!
Your rendition of this song made me tear up. You have an amazing voice. Please keep making beautiful music.
Was that Discord playing in the background of the end of your video? If that hints at one of your future videos, I am just beyond hyped! Awesome job Caleb, this is one for the favorites!
I absolutely LOVE this song! It has got to be my most favorite song of all (for now anyway, lol) and I love what you did with it. I agree, it's a very difficult song, but you pulled it off very well
PLEASE DO MORE FROM PHANTOM
Angel of Music!
Guide and guardian!
Grant to me your
glory!
Angel of Music!
Hide no longer!
Come to me, strange
angel... 🌹🖤