I feel this way way too hard. haven't seen my old man in so many years. know i won't till it's his end. god it hurts hearing this song knowing that reality
It doesn’t have to be? Try to make peace, better than living with the regrets or should haves. Tomorrow is never promised! Bless you and hope you try to at least say goodbye while you still can. 💔
@@el_flaco1722 for some of us that's not an option. Some fathers look to violently hurt there children in indescribable ways to this day. There's no making peace with a man who slips between monster and human
Bravo to Mr. Blunt and Mr. Tongi a duet that melt a lot of hearts emotionally and heal a lot physically. May y’all both built this friendships through this song for a life time. Thank you for y’all talents that brings a lot of people together from young souls to older souls to heal. Love it so much ❤❤.
Your Idol Performance broke me in a way that no other performances have recently. Love the heart you bring to every performance, Love that you sing for God. Please don't ever let anyone take your pure heart and stay close with your family as you go through this difficult world of fame! You inspired me to play and sing this song now as well. Thank you God Bless you
I'm in awe of how beautiful this song is. Everytime I hear it, I am in tears of how Powerful the words are. 'It's my turn to chase the monsters away ' my goodness I get chills Everytime!
You are amazing Iam. I am so glad you tried again with James. You put everything into your duet on the show and it was the most emotional experience, we all felt your pain, your loss and your struggle. Here, you mastered yourself. Your dad is without doubt proud of you. Much love. You are *TRULY* gifted. Keep being you.
Wow... just wow. This duo version is amazingly beautiful. Your voice has so much feeling and emotion that I can't help but be mesmerized as soon as I hear the first note. ❤❤
Lost my dad last year in September. This song came into my life because of your appearance on the show. It couldn’t have happened at a harder time. But it helped in ways I can’t explain. Just wanted to say thank you.
Wow, my condolences. Lost my pops in late 2021. This song has helped me in ways I can't put into words either. And I had never even heard Blunts version. Iam's version just hit home 😢 God bless, hope you find a semblance of peace in this time. Be well 🙏
Bless you, I lost my mother in November last year and I now take care of my father because his dementia has kicked in from the loss off my Mother.... I so want this song performed at my father's funeral when he has passed. I love this song and story of Iam and James and myself along with many others that knows the full meaning of this beautiful song 😢❤🙏🏼
@chemistchaz I’m so sorry. Every situation is different, but I can understand and feel some of what you’ve been going though. My dad died the day after Valentine’s last year. My parents had been married a long time, and they still had dates. My mom started suffering some form of dementia. I’ll just say that last year was hellacious, but my mom is safe and she’s happy now. Hearing Iam sing Monsters earlier this year helped with finally being able to grieve my dad and start healing. Sending love and strength to you 🤍
@@KatHenderson. I can relate to your life due to the fact that my parents were married 64yrs before my mother passed. So on their Anniversary this year we had a family cookout to celebrate as if my Momma was here because that is what would be enjoyable to her as well. She always lived and enjoyed every moment with a smile on her face. She was the foundation of our family and I try my best to keep her traditions alive to see my father feeling comfortable with every event 🩷 Unfortunately my Dad's cognitive skills have weakened this year because he was busy taking care of my mother, he put his own health on the back burner that caused the down hill spiral. I have been very busy keeping him busy getting him all caught up on that this year. He has had cataract surgeries, neurology MRI, 6 teeth extracted and sinus surgery amongst a cat scan on his back. The results of the MRI and cat scan has changed his daily activities a whole 180 because he has always been very active and he is mentally drained of frustration because of life challenges. I am his caregiver 24/7 and I am just trying my best to keep everything positive in his presence. Everyone has their coaching opinions but everyone is too busy to lend a helping hand with every excuse to destroy the time they could spend now. Life boils down to this "I could have or I did" I will say that I did!!!!! God only knows what is going to happen in our future and our final days and he has the wheel 🛞 I follow his guidance and I will cherish every waking moment with my Daddy as I did with my Mother while helping my Father take care of her 🩷🩷 Bless you and Thank you for your comfort and I pray for your comfort in your daily Walk 🙏🏼🩷
I've been waiting for this for such a long time.... We have the same story. My dad is the one who inspired me to go and learn how to play guitar because I want to be like him. He's the one who inspired me to love music and to sing. He has passed 6 years ago and he is always here in my heart forever. When I watched you sing with your dad I'm literally balling out because me and my dad used to do the same. I'm proud of you Iam, I know you will soar higher! Keep it up and I'm here to always support you amongst the thousands rooting for you.
On the 20th of July (last month) my dad took his final breath succumbing to kidney failure. Your Idol audition version of this pulled on every string he held, it became even more special to him when he discovered the story behind this song. Thank You Iam for being a light in my dads journey of life as well as my very own in this journey of healing. Like yourself, my dad was my absolute world and I wish you nothing more than the flowers and success owed to you!
About 6 or 7 months ago, my Dad's husband passed away. He was like another dad to me. I always came to you singing this song. Thank you for being so awesome and singing such beautiful songs.
I lost my dad 5 years ago to cancer and it still hurts in ways I can't explain but I'm grateful for people like Tongi for being able to translate those feelings through music, I love hearing him sing "Monsters" but for me, "I'll be seeing you" is the best. Thank you Tongi, I wish you all the best. Love from Brazil ♡
This song just gets even more amazing every time I hear it. Means so much to me having lost my own dad 10 years ago. Thank you James and Iam for blessing us with this song!!!
I just visited my dad today in the hospital, and I somehow heard about this song on a random podcast when I was driving home. I don’t believe in God or fate anymore, but it was exactly the thing I needed to hear to feel all the emotions I’ve been trying to experience for years. It’s been so long since I’ve cried like that, and it was such an intensely beautiful release. Thank you. Your dad would be so proud of you.
This really melts hearts Such a soul touching moment when you introduced yourself on American Idol I knew immediately you’ll be a star ⭐️ Your dad is sure looking down on you being proud from up there God bless
OMG Love it, so much more controlled, its like re living from the beginning again. I lost count how many times ive continuously listened to All of your songs. And it still makes me cry, laugh, and enjoy my memories. Mahalo Pumehana 🌺💯❤️🤙.
My younger brother passed away 7 weeks ago. He was 30. He left 3 kids behind. I'm choosing to uproot my life and move 500 miles to be the pillar of strength for my family, and for his kids. To be a healthy male inspiration for those boys. This song, to me, is for them. I'll take it from here bro. 🥹
I cried the first several times i heard you sing this Iam. You are amazing and talented! Your voice will always steal the show! Thank you for the love you pour into a song!
I love the simplicity of the recording and production of this song. The vocals stand out, as they should, and you can hear the raw emotion in the voices. It's very calm and comforting. I don't know much about music but it sounds like James toned down his vocals and lowered his voice to better match Iam's. Their voices blend well together. It's just magnificent. And Iam, I like the way you sing the last, "afraid" in the song. It has a little bit of a country flare. I just love it. This song is definitely going on my iTunes on repeat. :-) Well done to everybody who worked on this song. It is beautiful.
This is absolute perfection!!! Thank you so, so much Iam and James for giving us this gift !! Still crying hearing the ache in your voices , it's so, so beautiful!!💔❤
Mein Wunsch ist wahr geworden und du hast das Lied gemeinsam mit James aufgenommen. Danke euch Beiden, ihr seid die Superstars 💖💖so vieler Menschen 👭👫👬👭....... auf der ganzen Welt 🌍. Grüße aus Germany 🇩🇪
Heartbreaking and beautiful at the same time! I cannot listen to this without crying. I love you both for releasing this to the public! Thank you so much!
I lost my dad in March and it’s been the hardest five months in my life. I feel healed and inspired by this amazing song. You two sang it so beautifully. Thank you Iam and congrats on winning the show. You’ve made your dad proud and I’ll try to do the same.
"A absolutely epic collaboration! 🎶🎤 'Monsters' by lam Tongi & James Blunt is here, accompanied by a stunning Official Lyric Video. Pure musical magic! 🔥🎵 #MonstersDuet #lamTongi #JamesBlunt"
Everything about this collaboration tells a sad story beautifully. Thank you James for writing this gem. Thank you Iam for introducing it to me and many thousands of others on Idol. And thank you both for extending the life of the song by blending your talents I also think the negotiations, the preparation, and the session(s) that brought this to life would (hopefully will) make a great documentary. Bravo, bravo, and mahalo...
Iam Tongi... James Blunt... Thank you both! This story line video is simply priceless. Touching the hearts and souls of millions. Dedicating it to Rodney 💙✝️💙, just beautiful. James, bless you for a wonderful written piece. ❤️ Iam, bless you for you chose a cover piece that touched every soul in the world and simply changed your life. ❤️ Godspeed on y'all's journey. ❤️🤙🏼
I'm a 64 yr old US Army retired veteran and every time I hear you sing this song it makes me cry cause I see how much you love and miss your Dad that when it's my time to go this is the song I want to hear , I sure hope that you make a CD with all the songs you sang on American Idol with photos of you , your Mom and Dad and the rest of your family you have the voice of an Angel every song you sing brings tears of joy I hope and wish you the best for the rest of your life for your Mom and the rest of family you are a Rising Star ! And most of all I know you did it for your Dad
Since July I've lost my dad, both grandparents, and my little brother. I hope I'm making them proud while they rest. This was a beautiful duet. Well done! Thank you all so much for the wonderful comments, means the world to me!
I'm sorry for your loss. Just over two years ago I lost my Dad and three grandparents all in the same year. I know they're proud of you. I wish you the best in your life. Just remember it's ok to grieve and cry, some say crying is a sign of weakness but I disagree. It takes strength to allow your emotions to be seen. Surround yourself with loved ones, but also find time for yourself. If you continue to struggle, find a therapist, they help many get through these challenges. BTW... My nickname as a child was JerBear (saw that on your profile). Have a great weekend.
You sound excellent in it as always and the pictures of art of the video so beautiful you and James blunt what excellent idea to do the song together another one of my favorites ❤
Iam, I am an old lady from Louisiana who has fallen in love with music again. Thanks for sharing your gift with the world. May God richly bless you. I know Mr Rodney is beaming with pride. He prepared you for this moment.
Your voices are beautiful and healing on this duet. I lost my dad, who was one of my best friends, last year. James Blunt’s original seemed to mirror my feelings of raw grief, and anger at the unfairness of it. Then I heard you, and the gentle mourning in your voice helped me to finally fully grieve my dad. Thank you.
Your singing is so warm, I also lost my dear grandpa a few months ago, but I feel very comfortable hearing your warm singing, you must work hard, because your father is also watching you in the sky, thank you for your singing , I also want to cheer up.
This duet is the best one musically so far, but I will never forget your audition Iam. That came at a time that they were placing my father in law on hospice. Much needed comfort as we said goodbye. Thank you Iam for baring your soul and your pain for us.
This is just beautiful. You are making me feel things I haven't felt in this song. I'm so glad you won last year and I loved your performance last week. Huge respect to you and your dad would be so proud ❤
I was so happy when you won Idol that was the same day my son came home from the hospital me and my wife were crying when you won ! You’re so humble and amazing. Your music is a go to when I’m feeling alone cause I know there’s always there for me any time and any place 🚀🙏🏻💯
Fantastic drawings and the way you did this song. A God given gift you have. When you sing I just have a peacefulness in my mind and heart. In my 71 years of life, I've seen alot of singers come and go but there have only been a few that really moved me. Iz was one and you. May our Lord be with you in all you do . God bless.
I tear up everytime I listen to this song. This song struck a nerve. The lyrics, the vocals are just amazing. Thank you Iam for introducing me to this song, and thank you James for writing this masterpiece. Iam, your voice is amazing. Please continue down this path and keep on singing. One thing I dont hear people talk about is your guitar playing. Your playing fits your voice so well, its incredible. This one is for Rodney!
Thank you both for such a beautiful and heartfelt song. Iam, keep pushing forward. You are an inspiration! Mr. Blunt, thank you for writing such beautiful song! ❤❤❤❤
Sorry to hear about your father. my Father just past recently. I was recently rabbit holing on youtube and saw your 1st audition and heard this song. I broke down and cried middle of work. god bless you bro. hope your staying strong and heads high.
Really love your duet version of the song! Made me love the song even more! Would love to see you and James Blunt partner on an original song as well in the future! Keep up the great music!
Love your version Iam your dad I'm sure is watching over you and so proud of all you accomplished your music your music is so soothing to the soul I'm recovering from leg surgery and really enjoy listening to your music
In a word PERFECTION. The simplicity of this video and your voices meshing so perfectly in the 3rd part. This might be one of the most beautiful things I've seen and heard in a very long time. Keep being you. Never change.
Ein super schönes Video, sehr schöne Bilder zu diesem Lied passend. Es ist deine und die Geschichte deines Daddys. Ich singe dieses Lied auch sehr gerne und spiele auf der Gitarre 🎸 für meinen verstorbenen Vater und meinen geliebten Mann. Mögen es alle unsere geliebten Menschen, die wir loslassen mussten es gut bei unserem lieben Gott im Himmel haben. Iam, du bist der Beste. Bleibe so liebevoll und gefühlvoll wie du bist. Ganz liebe Grüße aus Germany.
I have no words to express how beautiful your voice is, since I heard you for the first time on American Idol, I haven't stopped following you and listening to your songs, we love you from Mexico. ❤ Iam Tongi rulz 🤟🏻
Crazy how far this journey went. I believe i heard him say his uncle introduced him to this song and now he's remixing and singing it with James. Iam you are so blessed young man.
Stunning! I absolutely love the graphics and the softness of Iam and most especially James. The harmonies give me the chills. Together it’s a beautiful ballad and tribute to your dads…❤️. Best wishes from a fellow Pacific Islander🌺
Iam you are a strong beautiful soul! Thank you for making a difference! Showing what true love and soul you have and sharing it with the world is amazing! ❤
This is such a beautiful collaboration with you and James. I appreciate the both of yours gifts to us. My heart swells with love every time I hear this and tears magically form at my eyes. Thank you both - this was very pleasing to the ears, heart, mind and soul. ❤
Been waiting for this duet with James Blunt and it‘s worth the wait! During this difficult time in Hawaii your duet will help the healing process to those who‘s been affected by the Maui fire! Thank you Iam Tongi🙏🌴🇺🇸🇹🇴🇩🇪
I didn't have much of a relationship with my father when I was a kid and adolescent. I wanted it so badly, and I've still never really figured out why he wasn't closer with me and my brothers. I've done my best as an adult to make him proud and I am so thankful he is able to see my children grow. I can only imagine the pain behind this song. It gets me every time you sing it. Well done. Keep on keepin' on, brother 🤙
I've never heard the James version of Monster. But I heard your version at the audition. Your voice is so deep and so many songs can heal so many people
Fantastic rendition! I'd never heard this song before to be honest. I accidentally found you as I don't watch TV so never seen American Idol. You've got a REAL and amazing voice. Your story is amazing! As a father myself, I can definitely say that yours would be beyond proud of you! I'm glad you two were able to colab on this. You're going to go far, man. Very glad I found you!
I lost my dad in 2020 after a 6 year battle with cancer. I also lost all of my grandparents within the same year which was absolutely brutal. I wished to find someone that understood the pain that I was going through with losing them, specifically my dad. Hearing you sing this was the first time I heard a song that made me feel connected with my dad. Thank you for carrying on and bringing this to us all that are struggling ❤
Love it Braddah Tongi! Keep being a light in this world! Thank you, Mr. Blunt, for supporting Iam and giving your voice to this magical song you composed. Much appreciated. Mahalos!
Iam, Every time I listen to this song, I cried! This song reminds me when I was diagnosed with cancer several years back, first time in my life seeing my dad cried in front of me. At that time, I was positive but I don’t know if I’m gonna make it or will I have to say goodbye to my dad. I’m just grateful and thankful, I’m alive, healthy and breathing today. Now I can tell my dad don’t worry now, hope you are proud of me and it’s my turn to chase the monster today. I love you Dad ❤❤❤! Thank you Iam!
I thought so hard that it would be so amazing if you and James dropped a duet of Monsters together...and here it is OMG! Thank You So Much Tongi and James! Love this ❤❤❤
This song makes you remember your dad and remember him in a different way, truly inspirating, and it's awesome James Blunt came with that just a few years ago.
Iam thanks for making my life easy, i lost my mom 2 years ago i cried every day and since i heard your song ,,, I'll be seeing you,, my heart is now settled please bring a concert to Florida we cant wait to support you more you are from heaven above god must have sent you to heal all wound ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I was thinking there really wasn’t any way you guys could top your American Idol finale performance. You definitely proved me wrong here. Awesome duet… yessah! 🤙🏽
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your song and voice really inspire me a lot. Thank you for bringing this such a good gift to the world.
I hear your music and break, love it big bro many blessings
Your pops is hella proud of you ♥️
well done bro This song gave me another fight in another day
Every single time you sing this song, the tears just keep on flowing....this duet is amazing. You and James together did this song right.
Thank you 🙏
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This song hits differently when you have a very poor relationship with your father and you know the bext time you speak will probably be at a funeral
I feel this way way too hard. haven't seen my old man in so many years. know i won't till it's his end. god it hurts hearing this song knowing that reality
It doesn’t have to be? Try to make peace, better than living with the regrets or should haves. Tomorrow is never promised! Bless you and hope you try to at least say goodbye while you still can. 💔
PLEASE MAKE PEACE WITH YOUR LOVED ONES. THE TIME WILL VE TOO LATE AND YOU'LL REGRET IT LIKE I DO!!!! 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🙏🏾 🥺💔😭😭😭😭
@@el_flaco1722 for some of us that's not an option. Some fathers look to violently hurt there children in indescribable ways to this day. There's no making peace with a man who slips between monster and human
Beautiful. I lost my dad in 07 and it still feels like yesterday. ❤ RIP to all the dads that left a mark. 🎉
Bravo to Mr. Blunt and Mr. Tongi a duet that melt a lot of hearts emotionally and heal a lot physically. May y’all both built this friendships through this song for a life time. Thank you for y’all talents that brings a lot of people together from young souls to older souls to heal. Love it so much ❤❤.
Thank you 🙏
Omg this is beautiful. Love it!❤❤❤❤❤
@@officialiamtongiYou’re amazing. And this duet was so beautiful. Mr. Blunt thank you for this beautiful song.
Your Idol Performance broke me in a way that no other performances have recently. Love the heart you bring to every performance, Love that you sing for God. Please don't ever let anyone take your pure heart and stay close with your family as you go through this difficult world of fame! You inspired me to play and sing this song now as well. Thank you God Bless you
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I'm in awe of how beautiful this song is. Everytime I hear it, I am in tears of how Powerful the words are. 'It's my turn to chase the monsters away ' my goodness I get chills Everytime!
You are amazing Iam.
I am so glad you tried again with James. You put everything into your duet on the show and it was the most emotional experience, we all felt your pain, your loss and your struggle.
Here, you mastered yourself. Your dad is without doubt proud of you. Much love.
You are *TRULY* gifted. Keep being you.
Wow... just wow. This duo version is amazingly beautiful. Your voice has so much feeling and emotion that I can't help but be mesmerized as soon as I hear the first note. ❤❤
Thank you so much 🙏
Lost my dad last year in September. This song came into my life because of your appearance on the show. It couldn’t have happened at a harder time. But it helped in ways I can’t explain. Just wanted to say thank you.
Wow, my condolences. Lost my pops in late 2021. This song has helped me in ways I can't put into words either. And I had never even heard Blunts version. Iam's version just hit home 😢
God bless, hope you find a semblance of peace in this time. Be well 🙏
Bless you, I lost my mother in November last year and I now take care of my father because his dementia has kicked in from the loss off my Mother.... I so want this song performed at my father's funeral when he has passed. I love this song and story of Iam and James and myself along with many others that knows the full meaning of this beautiful song 😢❤🙏🏼
@chemistchaz I’m so sorry. Every situation is different, but I can understand and feel some of what you’ve been going though. My dad died the day after Valentine’s last year. My parents had been married a long time, and they still had dates. My mom started suffering some form of dementia. I’ll just say that last year was hellacious, but my mom is safe and she’s happy now. Hearing Iam sing Monsters earlier this year helped with finally being able to grieve my dad and start healing. Sending love and strength to you 🤍
@@KatHenderson. I can relate to your life due to the fact that my parents were married 64yrs before my mother passed. So on their Anniversary this year we had a family cookout to celebrate as if my Momma was here because that is what would be enjoyable to her as well. She always lived and enjoyed every moment with a smile on her face. She was the foundation of our family and I try my best to keep her traditions alive to see my father feeling comfortable with every event 🩷 Unfortunately my Dad's cognitive skills have weakened this year because he was busy taking care of my mother, he put his own health on the back burner that caused the down hill spiral. I have been very busy keeping him busy getting him all caught up on that this year. He has had cataract surgeries, neurology MRI, 6 teeth extracted and sinus surgery amongst a cat scan on his back. The results of the MRI and cat scan has changed his daily activities a whole 180 because he has always been very active and he is mentally drained of frustration because of life challenges. I am his caregiver 24/7 and I am just trying my best to keep everything positive in his presence. Everyone has their coaching opinions but everyone is too busy to lend a helping hand with every excuse to destroy the time they could spend now. Life boils down to this "I could have or I did" I will say that I did!!!!! God only knows what is going to happen in our future and our final days and he has the wheel 🛞 I follow his guidance and I will cherish every waking moment with my Daddy as I did with my Mother while helping my Father take care of her 🩷🩷
Bless you and Thank you for your comfort and I pray for your comfort in your daily Walk 🙏🏼🩷
@chemistchaz my situation in reverse 💔 Dad went first & Mom's dementia worsened after. Prayers for you & your Dad 🙏
I've been waiting for this for such a long time.... We have the same story. My dad is the one who inspired me to go and learn how to play guitar because I want to be like him. He's the one who inspired me to love music and to sing. He has passed 6 years ago and he is always here in my heart forever. When I watched you sing with your dad I'm literally balling out because me and my dad used to do the same. I'm proud of you Iam, I know you will soar higher! Keep it up and I'm here to always support you amongst the thousands rooting for you.
Thank you so much ❤
On the 20th of July (last month) my dad took his final breath succumbing to kidney failure. Your Idol audition version of this pulled on every string he held, it became even more special to him when he discovered the story behind this song. Thank You Iam for being a light in my dads journey of life as well as my very own in this journey of healing. Like yourself, my dad was my absolute world and I wish you nothing more than the flowers and success owed to you!
My deepest condolences❤ just remember you’re father will always be with you in your heart and your memories.
About 6 or 7 months ago, my Dad's husband passed away. He was like another dad to me. I always came to you singing this song. Thank you for being so awesome and singing such beautiful songs.
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I lost my dad 5 years ago to cancer and it still hurts in ways I can't explain but I'm grateful for people like Tongi for being able to translate those feelings through music, I love hearing him sing "Monsters" but for me, "I'll be seeing you" is the best. Thank you Tongi, I wish you all the best. Love from Brazil ♡
😢 Sorry for Your Loss!! 😭🥀💔
My condolences, may he rest easy in peace
@@da_blade5040 thanks for the solidarity 🙏🏻
@@Bjornholt94 thanks for the words, i will keep trying 🙏🏻
I don’t cry, for anything. But this song makes me cry. Like a baby.
This song just gets even more amazing every time I hear it. Means so much to me having lost my own dad 10 years ago. Thank you James and Iam for blessing us with this song!!!
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That song is beautiful!:)✨ glorious voices 🎶phenomenal job, guys 💞
This is so beautiful. The magical Iam Tongi and the amazingly gifted James Blunt. Two global superstars.
I just visited my dad today in the hospital, and I somehow heard about this song on a random podcast when I was driving home. I don’t believe in God or fate anymore, but it was exactly the thing I needed to hear to feel all the emotions I’ve been trying to experience for years. It’s been so long since I’ve cried like that, and it was such an intensely beautiful release. Thank you. Your dad would be so proud of you.
This really melts hearts
Such a soul touching moment when you introduced yourself on American Idol
I knew immediately you’ll be a star ⭐️
Your dad is sure looking down on you being proud from up there
God bless
OMG Love it, so much more controlled, its like re living from the beginning again. I lost count how many times ive continuously listened to All of your songs. And it still makes me cry, laugh, and enjoy my memories. Mahalo Pumehana 🌺💯❤️🤙.
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My younger brother passed away 7 weeks ago. He was 30. He left 3 kids behind. I'm choosing to uproot my life and move 500 miles to be the pillar of strength for my family, and for his kids. To be a healthy male inspiration for those boys. This song, to me, is for them. I'll take it from here bro. 🥹
Sorry for your loss ❤
Piękne, niezwykle wzruszające wykonanie. Duet, który porusza serca❤
You have touched people around the world. Thank you for pushing through your fears and sharing your soul with us. ❤
I cried the first several times i heard you sing this Iam. You are amazing and talented! Your voice will always steal the show! Thank you for the love you pour into a song!
What a beautiful collaboration ❤
I love the simplicity of the recording and production of this song. The vocals stand out, as they should, and you can hear the raw emotion in the voices. It's very calm and comforting. I don't know much about music but it sounds like James toned down his vocals and lowered his voice to better match Iam's. Their voices blend well together. It's just magnificent. And Iam, I like the way you sing the last, "afraid" in the song. It has a little bit of a country flare. I just love it. This song is definitely going on my iTunes on repeat. :-) Well done to everybody who worked on this song. It is beautiful.
I’m glad you like it ❤
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This is absolute perfection!!! Thank you so, so much Iam and James for giving us this gift !! Still crying hearing the ache in your voices , it's so, so beautiful!!💔❤
Mein Wunsch ist wahr geworden und du hast das Lied gemeinsam mit James aufgenommen.
Danke euch Beiden, ihr seid die Superstars 💖💖so vieler Menschen 👭👫👬👭.......
auf der ganzen Welt 🌍.
Grüße aus Germany 🇩🇪
Heartbreaking and beautiful at the same time! I cannot listen to this without crying. I love you both for releasing this to the public! Thank you so much!
I lost my dad in March and it’s been the hardest five months in my life. I feel healed and inspired by this amazing song. You two sang it so beautifully. Thank you Iam and congrats on winning the show. You’ve made your dad proud and I’ll try to do the same.
Thank you 🙏
My condolences brother 🙏🏻🤍
I just lost my dad Saturday 10/28. I dunno what I'm gonna do
Holy man, im lucky enough to still have my father with me today and this still makes me cry, your dad would be so proud man, love your voice!
"A absolutely epic collaboration! 🎶🎤 'Monsters' by lam Tongi & James Blunt is here, accompanied by a stunning Official Lyric Video. Pure musical magic! 🔥🎵 #MonstersDuet #lamTongi #JamesBlunt"
Everything about this collaboration tells a sad story beautifully. Thank you James for writing this gem. Thank you Iam for introducing it to me and many thousands of others on Idol. And thank you both for extending the life of the song by blending your talents I also think the negotiations, the preparation, and the session(s) that brought this to life would (hopefully will) make a great documentary. Bravo, bravo, and mahalo...
Glad you enjoyed it❤
Iam Tongi... James Blunt...
Thank you both! This story line video is simply priceless. Touching the hearts and souls of millions. Dedicating it to Rodney 💙✝️💙, just beautiful.
James, bless you for a wonderful written piece. ❤️
Iam, bless you for you chose a cover piece that touched every soul in the world and simply changed your life. ❤️ Godspeed on y'all's journey. ❤️🤙🏼
Glad you enjoyed it❤
So beautiful collaboration of the singer and the songwriter. Sending hugs for Iam and James from the Philippines
My tears oh nooooo.. Love you Iam, love you James, love this song, so much. love Hawaiiiiii❤
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I'm a 64 yr old US Army retired veteran and every time I hear you sing this song it makes me cry cause I see how much you love and miss your Dad that when it's my time to go this is the song I want to hear , I sure hope that you make a CD with all the songs you sang on American Idol with photos of you , your Mom and Dad and the rest of your family you have the voice of an Angel every song you sing brings tears of joy I hope and wish you the best for the rest of your life for your Mom and the rest of family you are a Rising Star ! And most of all I know you did it for your Dad
Since July I've lost my dad, both grandparents, and my little brother. I hope I'm making them proud while they rest. This was a beautiful duet. Well done! Thank you all so much for the wonderful comments, means the world to me!
So sorry for your loss. I believe they are still around and are so proud that we are trying to keep going. 🤙🏾❤️
They are ❤
Thank you for the wonderful reply! This made my year! Keep being amazing!
I'm sorry for your loss. Just over two years ago I lost my Dad and three grandparents all in the same year. I know they're proud of you. I wish you the best in your life. Just remember it's ok to grieve and cry, some say crying is a sign of weakness but I disagree. It takes strength to allow your emotions to be seen. Surround yourself with loved ones, but also find time for yourself. If you continue to struggle, find a therapist, they help many get through these challenges. BTW... My nickname as a child was JerBear (saw that on your profile). Have a great weekend.
@@JeremyPetersen thank you so much! I am in therapy now which is helping. Jerbear has been a nickname since forever, I am also a Jeremy!
You sound excellent in it as always and the pictures of art of the video so beautiful you and James blunt what excellent idea to do the song together another one of my favorites ❤
Thank you so much 🙏
Iam, I am an old lady from Louisiana who has fallen in love with music again. Thanks for sharing your gift with the world. May God richly bless you. I know Mr Rodney is beaming with pride. He prepared you for this moment.
@@officialiamtongijust bought my VIP ticket for New York Oct 25th 3rd time seeing you love love love you can't wait😊❤
Your voices are beautiful and healing on this duet. I lost my dad, who was one of my best friends, last year. James Blunt’s original seemed to mirror my feelings of raw grief, and anger at the unfairness of it. Then I heard you, and the gentle mourning in your voice helped me to finally fully grieve my dad. Thank you.
Sorry for your loss. It’s never easy ❤❤️🩹
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You did it Iam!! What an amazing job! Congratulations buddy!
Beautiful, just like everything else you sing. Can't wait to see where this journey takes you.
Thank you so much!!
Your singing is so warm, I also lost my dear grandpa a few months ago, but I feel very comfortable hearing your warm singing, you must work hard, because your father is also watching you in the sky, thank you for your singing , I also want to cheer up.
This duet is the best one musically so far, but I will never forget your audition Iam. That came at a time that they were placing my father in law on hospice. Much needed comfort as we said goodbye. Thank you Iam for baring your soul and your pain for us.
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I lost my mom a year ago and this song is so important to me. Thank you for sharing your voice and your story with us. You're amazing ❤
Beautiful collaboration ❣ I love Iam Tongi and James Blunt together.
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Iam Tongi you are a great man and singer, God loves you We are praying for you ❤❤❤
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Love this! Great job! Beautiful
This is just beautiful. You are making me feel things I haven't felt in this song. I'm so glad you won last year and I loved your performance last week. Huge respect to you and your dad would be so proud ❤
This is my new favorite version of Monsters. James wrote a perfect song and the two of you make it even more beautiful. Thank you to you both.
Iam wrote the song.. James ft.not the original song writer sorry
@@anthonyardizzone6906 James Blunt is the original songwritter why would you lie about that
Can't get enough of Iam & James Blunt. You both have unique voices. Wishing you both all the best in your careers❣️
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I was so happy when you won Idol that was the same day my son came home from the hospital me and my wife were crying when you won ! You’re so humble and amazing. Your music is a go to when I’m feeling alone cause I know there’s always there for me any time and any place 🚀🙏🏻💯
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I'm happy James Blunt wrote this song, and even happier you chose it. Thanks for your "version". Keep singing like this, both of you.
Fantastic drawings and the way you did this song. A God given gift you have. When you sing I just have a peacefulness in my mind and heart. In my 71 years of life, I've seen alot of singers come and go but there have only been a few that really moved me. Iz was one and you. May our Lord be with you in all you do . God bless.
Thank you so much 😀
I tear up everytime I listen to this song. This song struck a nerve. The lyrics, the vocals are just amazing. Thank you Iam for introducing me to this song, and thank you James for writing this masterpiece. Iam, your voice is amazing. Please continue down this path and keep on singing. One thing I dont hear people talk about is your guitar playing. Your playing fits your voice so well, its incredible. This one is for Rodney!
Thank you thank you 🙏
Thank you both for such a beautiful and heartfelt song. Iam, keep pushing forward. You are an inspiration! Mr. Blunt, thank you for writing such beautiful song! ❤❤❤❤
Thank you 🙏
Sorry to hear about your father.
my Father just past recently.
I was recently rabbit holing on youtube and saw your 1st audition and heard this song.
I broke down and cried middle of work.
god bless you bro.
hope your staying strong and heads high.
Really love your duet version of the song! Made me love the song even more! Would love to see you and James Blunt partner on an original song as well in the future! Keep up the great music!
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Really love your Version of that song. It makes me so emotional. God bless you!
Iam and James, this duet was meant to be coming from two loving sons. You both are blessed for honoring your dad who raised you well.
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Love your version Iam your dad I'm sure is watching over you and so proud of all you accomplished your music your music is so soothing to the soul I'm recovering from leg surgery and really enjoy listening to your music
In a word PERFECTION. The simplicity of this video and your voices meshing so perfectly in the 3rd part. This might be one of the most beautiful things I've seen and heard in a very long time. Keep being you. Never change.
Thank you so much for the kind words. Glad you like it!
Ein super schönes Video, sehr schöne Bilder zu diesem Lied passend. Es ist deine und die Geschichte deines Daddys. Ich singe dieses Lied auch sehr gerne und spiele auf der Gitarre 🎸 für meinen verstorbenen Vater und meinen geliebten Mann. Mögen es alle unsere
geliebten Menschen, die wir loslassen mussten es gut bei unserem lieben Gott im Himmel haben.
Iam, du bist der Beste.
Bleibe so liebevoll und gefühlvoll wie du bist.
Ganz liebe Grüße aus Germany.
Thank You both for making this duet possible. Damn good song !
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So much love and joy you give to us Iam! Thank you so much James Blunt!
Congratulations Iam and James on such a beautiful collaboration. We already knew it was gonna be great! So love this version 😍🥰❤️
Glad you liked it!!
I have no words to express how beautiful your voice is, since I heard you for the first time on American Idol, I haven't stopped following you and listening to your songs, we love you from Mexico. ❤ Iam Tongi rulz 🤟🏻
That voice and the illustration...i can't 😢
Crazy how far this journey went. I believe i heard him say his uncle introduced him to this song and now he's remixing and singing it with James. Iam you are so blessed young man.
Stunning! I absolutely love the graphics and the softness of Iam and most especially James. The harmonies give me the chills. Together it’s a beautiful ballad and tribute to your dads…❤️. Best wishes from a fellow Pacific Islander🌺
Glad you enjoyed it!
Iam you are a strong beautiful soul! Thank you for making a difference! Showing what true love and soul you have and sharing it with the world is amazing! ❤
Iam tongi your going places ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I truly loved this so much I replayed it over and over... You have the voice of an angel ❤❤
This is such a beautiful collaboration with you and James. I appreciate the both of yours gifts to us. My heart swells with love every time I hear this and tears magically form at my eyes. Thank you both - this was very pleasing to the ears, heart, mind and soul. ❤
Thank you so much!
Beautiful !!!! Love you Iam & your mom !!! Thank you James !
Been waiting for this duet with James Blunt and it‘s worth the wait! During this difficult time in Hawaii your duet will help the healing process to those who‘s been affected by the Maui fire! Thank you Iam Tongi🙏🌴🇺🇸🇹🇴🇩🇪
❤️🩹🙏 Thank you James Blunt
@@officialiamtongi … Yessaaahh, indeed🤙🏽🌴😇
Well done! Beautiful ❤ Iam keep claiming those blessings. They are coming. Yessah❤🤙🏽
Wow! Stunning and heartfelt voices from both of you! Congratulations and I wish this makes it to top one on the charts!
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Thank you so much!❤
I didn't have much of a relationship with my father when I was a kid and adolescent. I wanted it so badly, and I've still never really figured out why he wasn't closer with me and my brothers. I've done my best as an adult to make him proud and I am so thankful he is able to see my children grow. I can only imagine the pain behind this song. It gets me every time you sing it. Well done. Keep on keepin' on, brother 🤙
I've never heard the James version of Monster. But I heard your version at the audition. Your voice is so deep and so many songs can heal so many people
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Fantastic rendition! I'd never heard this song before to be honest. I accidentally found you as I don't watch TV so never seen American Idol. You've got a REAL and amazing voice. Your story is amazing! As a father myself, I can definitely say that yours would be beyond proud of you! I'm glad you two were able to colab on this. You're going to go far, man. Very glad I found you!
I lost my dad in 2020 after a 6 year battle with cancer. I also lost all of my grandparents within the same year which was absolutely brutal. I wished to find someone that understood the pain that I was going through with losing them, specifically my dad. Hearing you sing this was the first time I heard a song that made me feel connected with my dad. Thank you for carrying on and bringing this to us all that are struggling ❤
sending you hugs
Love it Braddah Tongi! Keep being a light in this world! Thank you, Mr. Blunt, for supporting Iam and giving your voice to this magical song you composed. Much appreciated. Mahalos!
Yessah 🤙🏾
My man, your voice is a gift that heals the souls of complete strangers.
keep up the spirit my friend😉
An unexpected duet brought together in the toughest of times. Two unique voices coming together so beautifully is remarkable.
Thank you so much 🙏
Iam, Every time I listen to this song, I cried! This song reminds me when I was diagnosed with cancer several years back, first time in my life seeing my dad cried in front of me. At that time, I was positive but I don’t know if I’m gonna make it or will I have to say goodbye to my dad. I’m just grateful and thankful, I’m alive, healthy and breathing today. Now I can tell my dad don’t worry now, hope you are proud of me and it’s my turn to chase the monster today. I love you Dad ❤❤❤!
Thank you Iam!
I thought so hard that it would be so amazing if you and James dropped a duet of Monsters together...and here it is OMG! Thank You So Much Tongi and James! Love this ❤❤❤
Thank you for your support ❤
This song makes you remember your dad and remember him in a different way, truly inspirating, and it's awesome James Blunt came with that just a few years ago.
Such beauty ❤❤
Iam thanks for making my life easy, i lost my mom 2 years ago i cried every day and since i heard your song ,,, I'll be seeing you,, my heart is now settled please bring a concert to Florida we cant wait to support you more you are from heaven above god must have sent you to heal all wound ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
You are too kind. Thank you ❤
美麗的二重唱✨
你真的太棒了，繼續勇敢唱下去！
來自台灣的愛與支持❤
Happy Happy Birthday Iam.
Thank you!❤
Awesome singing Iam Tongi! 🤙
So blessed they let you make the cover! Your voice was made for the song. Heads up to everyone, fathers are great a d you only got one
I was thinking there really wasn’t any way you guys could top your American Idol finale performance. You definitely proved me wrong here. Awesome duet… yessah! 🤙🏽
This means a lot to me thank you❤
You both were totally Awesome loved it thanks Mr. Blunt n Iam
Glad you enjoyed it
This is the collaboration the world needed. Thank you both.
Thank you for the love ❤
I imagine Iam's Dad smiling in Heaven listening to this. I know he's witnessing your beautiful journey, Iam 🙏🏼
Buried my dad today...I miss you dad
This means so much to me. My sozial Daddy was born 1923. So this was his 100. Birthday this Year. He is in Heaven, and also here in my Heart.