Teen With Autism Sings Like John Mayer
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 มิ.ย. 2023
- While asking random people to sing at NAMM, I meet Ryan Woodard. What I learn about Ryan is quite interesting. He deals with Autism which has limited his verbal expression. But he has found his expression through music, which had him be more verbal and more confident in himself. In this video, we sing a song together for the people at NAMM and for the parents who raised him.
Ryan's Version of Gravity, with Chords, and Lyrics: • John Mayer - Gravity (...
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Reggie, I’ve been trying to find the words to tell you how grateful I am. When this video was taken never in my wildest dreams did I think this would happen. We are so thankful to you and to hear this conversation (I couldn’t hear from where I was and I try to give Ryan space to speak for himself) just happen organically and you listened… like really listened… with your body language and how you would light up when he spoke of his music. I’m not sure what it was but in this moment I felt so many emotions… love, pride, thankfulness… all of it. I am so grateful you two had this time together. He will forever remember you… and something tells me you’ll remember him as well. All our love to you, Reggie. 🙏
-Laura and Travis
Tears started to roll out of me the moment Ryan started singing. He is pure and innocent in the way he can channel his emotions through the music. A gifted soul indeed. Thank God for all His creations. And also thank you and your wife for being wonderful parents.
Your family and son, are a true inspiration for parents and grandparents, navigating our world of spectrums. ❤Thank you Ryan for sharing your gift.
As always, Reggie is a phenomenal human experience.😊
You have a very special son and because you are obviously such wonderful parents that you have made it possible for this very talented young man to live his dreams. This video brought tears to my eyes. Bless you all and wishing you all a wonderful, healthy and happy life ❤❤❤
Amazing moment where we all were connected by our emotions…🎁❤️
To your son.
Wow, what a talent. Keep it up. Keep up the voice you have. Be you, that in it self is inspiring. With a big voice you can raise awareness and feel apart. You are apart of our community now :)
Much love and success to your family. ❤
This was so much fun!! I really enjoyed meeting you. I hope to run into you again someday. Thanks for being so kind and letting me sing with you.
Ryan that was completely amazing!!!!!
Ryan I enjoyed listening to you sing it was lovely.
Love from Norfolk. UK.
@@carlamorrison1950 Thank you for watching.
@@judyrudd5089 😊😊
Beautiful voice Ryan you give me so much hope for my own little man with autism ❤ thank you for sharing your journey
i'll never understand how people can struggle to speak so much but when they start singing it's the clearest and most refined voice of a professional. blows my mind. absolutely spectacular.
For Ryan it’s because he knows the words he’s going to sing. When he speaks he’s a little unsure and is still learning to put sentences together as I’m sure you heard. But he’s trying and we are working with him. ❤️
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@chaoticlyism651 ~ different parts of the brain: music/singing are not the same processing/expression area as the speaking brain area. It's amazing how intricate the brain is and finds its ways... great question !
@@Blingbling880 I have a little cousin who has autism and he finds it quite hard to communicate and he usually uses his hands to show people what he wants or uses the wrong words to describe what he wants, bear in mind he’s only 6 or 7 so he’s quite far behind Ryan in his development but he is exactly the same as how Ryan was described growing up in this video since my cousin can sing any song perfectly if he wants to. But at the moment a lot of my family are starting to worry as he is at a school and he’s not really doing any work since they don’t really know how to deal with him properly. Also if you have any advice on how to improve his communication skills that would be very much appreciated. He can also read amazingly.
the part of your brain that controls speech is a different part of the brain than what controls singing even though they are both vocal its a different function. another example of this is that you can watch is Cody Lee.
My 46 year old son is autistic also. I was so happy, thrilled, excited to see your son bloom in front of strangers ❣️Fabulous job. God bless him & his awesome parents ❣️
Thank you!!!💙💙💙
Thank you for your kind compliment and wonderful words. It’s comments like this that make my heart grateful. ❤️
It’s so incredibly beautiful. I love watching truly experience and enjoy their special interests. All to often those of us with Autism find our light being crush b6 a judgmental world.
The sudden switch from the somewhat awkward cadence of his speech to perfect cadence and control as he started to perform was incredible to witness, you can see how much more natural music feels to him than speech, kinda makes sense he picked that up first. I look forward to inevitably seeing him make his mark on the music world
That awkward cadence of him talking is very likely just a byproduct of him being delayed in speech development until the age of 10. Missing those developmental milestones are a huge, and I mean a HUGE impediment on a child’s overall psychological development. For what it is worth, this guy seems to have managed to come out like a rather very normal guy. Many people are permanently disabled in some aspect of their lives if they miss those milestones. It’s extremely sad. I work with nonverbal children often times in behavioral therapy. The lights are on, but… they’re missing that crucial component of speech which allows a person to connect with others.
I think its not awkward. If i speak english (i am german) , its about the same, (slow, insecure, have to think each word)
@stefanmargraf7878 Yeah that's why I said somewhat awkward, like it's only a little bit off, I wasn't trying to disparage him at all. That slight pause and insecurity like you describe is exactly what I meant
Ozzy Osbourne vibes
As someone with autism, I'd say it's more likely that when speaking he speaks as is natural to him. When singing, me and many autistic people will put more effort into mimicking neurotypicals since music is all about the little sounds
As the father of an autistic child, I'm writing this with tears in my eyes. Ryan's confidence and amazing singing voice have made me more than hopeful for my own son's future. Thank you Reggie and Ryan for blessing us all with this incredible story and performance.
Make sure you give him the tools to have a great future and the support he needs to reach for the stars. My autistic son is a Computer Engineer and the smartest man I know. Won't be easy, especially letting go because you will ALWAYS be concerned but he has to live his own life.
Same here, crying happy tears as a mum to a fabulous Autistic boy.
same here, my eldest is autistic. hope he will be great someday
No autistic son here, just a crying dude.... Was packed with so much emotion and shown so clearly how he can express himself through music so much better. He was struggling to speak but when he got the mic everything changed.
Amen to that
His mom must feel so proud. His confidence and his skill. She did a good job.
Thank you!!🙏
Yes she did! Thanks so much!❤
@@Blingbling880 Both mom and dad they should have said* Thank you for being such amazing parents.
Bless their hearts and their souls. Both men are gold.
My own autistic son is 15, almost the same age, and this young man makes me so proud!! You are amazing, Ryan!
Hi , autism mom here too , yes Ryan was so inspiring, best show @guitaro5000
You have an amazing son! Great job! Dad too. 😊
@@MatthewSmith-ly8lp oh, I'm sorry if it sounded as if Ryan is my son! I also have a son near his age. I believe Ryan is 16? Sorry about that! I've corrected my original post.
Son too, 30s now. Love to you all it's an incredible journey 💚
@@Jj-lo3zx could probably phrase autism mom a little better
im not crying youre crying.
He killed it! His voice is even similar to mayers.
You are awesome! I have 5 kids, 4 with autism. Thank you! I hope your video blows up.
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So moving - the way you envelope people with your beautiful vibe..
Bringing joy...
The way he was like "Dad, business card?" was so cute cause he has that relationship with his dad as like his person to push him through all of this and help him.
Absolutely!!!!❤️🙏
When he said "Dad, business card" I started laughing through my tears.
That's the kind of voice that makes you feel and believe.
We always come prepared… I handed the guy behind me a sticker of Ryan’s. You just never know.❤️
@@Blingbling880 I'm lucky to have my dad, and he is lucky to have his; keek rocking on!
THANK YOU FOR THIS. I have going through serious depression for months now, but something about this young man lifted me up. I can't explain it. But he is a miracle. I hope he knows this and continues singing.
I will definitely pass this on to Ryan. I’m so sorry you are going through depression. We will be thinking of you and keeping you close to our hearts.❤️
-Laura (Ryan’s Mom)
Dudes mom is hot we should have a documentary about her...
Courage is good medicine. I needed this too.
I hope you are feeling better now Jennifr. Sending you positive vibes and abundant blessings from Australia, god bless you 😁
Tears. I am a Trauma Informed Therapist, Nurse and First Responder Chaplain. I do Music and Art Therapy with people who have Advanced stage Alzehimer's Disease , or are on the Spectrum. So many people I help are non verbal. I just started working with a Lady who has not spoken in 8 years due to a Brain injury. I started singing to her. Her husband walked in to see her singing along with me. He said " It sounds like Angels singing." To him, to hear his wife's voice again was amazing. Music has such healing power. God uses music to Heal and soothe our hearts and souls.
Thank you for what you do Reggie. You are inspiring people all over the world. I wish you Clarity and Peace and Joy on your Healing Journey. Hold the Lantern and Light The Way. I am sending Love and Hugs from Washington State USA, Jeanne of In Loving Hands Counseling
💙❤️💙😊 thanks for what you do!
When he sang that first “Gravity,” I got goosebumps. Great job!
Same ...
nah fr I aint expect bros voice to be so angelic lmao
ill bet my next paycheck that you fell for this farce. this shit is all planned, dude announced his channel afterwards. this shit is staged.
Sames.
Samee
His voice is probably the most soothing kind of voice I’ve ever heard in my life.
I will be surprised if I don’t hear of this guy again in the next 5 years, he’ll definitely make it far in his singing career.
Reggie don't know if you'll see this man but you're what this world needs for sure. You're a star on your musical talent let alone your interactions with people.
I hope he sees this. Reggie is the brightest light!!! ❤️
This very gifted young man represents all of the goodness and kindness that we see in our great-grandson who has non-verbal autism. Thank you, Reggie, for sharing music with so many remarkable people!
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His parents raised him right..very very polite and a wonderful young man
Man. This guy isn't just singing. He is projecting his soul through his voice! You can hear the passion in his singing and when he speaks. What a guy!
Thank you so much!😊😊
Dude that was amazing!! I have epilepsy and have not felt the same since I stopped playing drums. Music is healing.
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@@ryanwoodardyou touched my heart...you sang beautifully...❤
"Be the artist that I have to be" hit me so hard man
Right?!? Like he knows he has a purpose and he’s going to make it happen. I’m his mom and I just figured out what he meant. ❤️🙏
@@Blingbling880You’re killing it Mom!❤
I knew when I clicked this video that I would cry, it was just a question of when. This was it
Yes... that hit me hard as well. So many souls who were overlooked in previous eras , now have a chance to connect.... but we need to keep teaching the rest of our population to listen and to care.
❤ I got dreams!!! That part got me!!! 😊😊😊
The young man who lost a friend almost brought me to tears. Such a nice person.
Thank you Barry.
He hasn’t even started singing yet and I just totally fell in love with him ❤
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You can tell he’s most comfortable when singing. What a beautiful voice❤
He is!❤️🙏
absolutely fluent as heck in the medium of music. Look forward to hear more of Ryan Woodard!
I'm a mom of an autistic son who couldn't speak for many years. Thank you for giving this young man a chance to shine. To parents-- never give up.
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I wonder what the kids with autism felt, it must have been scary. I became non-verbal when I was ten got out of it just before my 15th birthday its just a combination of problems I can't control nor blame anyone for except myself. It just feels so peaceful and so right to isolate myself back then. Maybe it was the worst case of depression but I hate to think about what kids with autism felt like not being able to communicate.
I'm in the same boat, this video gives me hope. This is beautiful.
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As an autistic person, don’t think you or your son is a “failure” if he cannot speak. There are different ways to communicate. Remember, autism isn’t a burden. It’s just part of how someone’s brain works. I’m autistic and proud. Only thing I’d change is how people treat me for it and the prejudice I face. However if your son ends up speaking, good for him.
I've worked with individuals with autism for over 20 years. His strength, his gift with a supportive family just brought joyous tears to my eyes!
What a beautiful moment
Thank you for sharing it.
My husband is autistic and this brought tears to my eyes. Music is so healing for my husband and has clearly done amazing things for you, Ryan!! This was incredible!! ❤
💨 I'm just sayin 🎯
@@JBanks333what is the emoji? don't understand what it means
@@boredweegie553 It's an arrow hitting the bullseye, meaning that what she was saying is spot on and accurate.
THANK YOU for giving us the "behind the curtains" story. It made Ryan's performance so much more enjoyable. Brought tears to my eyes. Especially, seeing his Mom and Dad out there supporting him. Reggie, you are an amplifier of goodness my friend.
Same here!!
And here. Wet cheeks.
Me too❤
Same, fighting tears
Yeah, I agree! My heart is so full it's leaking out my eyes. 😭
Listen, I’d buy his album and listen to it over and over! What a God-given talented voice you have! I hope all your dreams come true! And to the young man who puts all this together…my goodness what a blessing you are! Thanks for this amazing video!
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I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed listening to this young man. Beautiful!
Thank you Kal! I appreciate the kind words. 😊
His momma was about to burst. What a magical moment, and a fantastic voice!
I was! I really was!!❤️🙏
Holy crap. When he started singing my jaw actually dropped. Beyond angelic.
I’m at a loss for words.
Hahaha me too! What an amazing talent.
Whew gave me goosebumps, this boy can sing. Love the story you gave about him in the beginning. Made this so much more special.
Wow he can sing! I know he's going places for a fact, such an amazing singing voice!😆
Thank you!!🙏🙏🙏😊😊
I'm not sure what was more inspiring...his story, his voice, or the obvious love of his parents.
❤️🙏Thank you!❤️🙏
All three!
Imagine being different but your parents still love you. 🥲
@@dinglybumbus3553 what does that mean? 🤷🏽♀️
All of it! Just beautiful ❤
He’s a totally different person with a mic in his hand wow! You can tell instantly how natural it was for him
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Urinating is natural, but apparently not when you're a man doing so at a battered women's shelter during a group therapy session. Bullshit
Yes... finding what is 'natural' is the key . I am grateful to live in an age where "different" is beginning to be understood as a good thing.
Reggie, thank you for your love of people and music. What touched me rhe most was your taking the time to get his background. You Rock Bro
The second he started singing... amazing
Thanks!!
Dude has talent, courage, vocals, and a business card😊😊😊
😊😊😁😁💙💙
Yes that's what I said. My man was ready to mingle!
That must be Paull Allen's card
😅 Awesome..great comment. Incredible duo..Thanks, Laura from NH
Haha, right on Stew!
What a great guy, he even has stage presence. I'm so impressed, this made my day
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It’s so great when someone like guitaro comes along and gives people the chance to just feel good, Love you brother!
This kid energy is wonderful, i can listen to him speak all day let alone sing .
Thank you so much!
I love how when he gets up there you can see he is a bit nervous but as soon as he starts singing he seems so comfortable. Absolutely incredible😁
He was a bit nervous. Ryan is a perfectionist and was worried Reggie wouldn’t play the way he wanted to sing it… Reggie came through with flying colors! He’s an incredible human!!! ❤️
exactly this. You can hear he has a bit of trouble finding the words to say what he wants to say, but then he starts singing and he is just there and he is just doing it so naturally it seems.
@@Blingbling880you must be a great mother and your hubby as well must be. I’m sure you’re also extremely proud of your son. I’m 37 and am not autistic but that doesn’t mean this didn’t reach into my heart. We’re all on our own paths and adventures that can some times be very challenging. Having loved ones there as supportive as you has definitely had an impact. Regardless he is a talented young man and has some great pipes. I’m glad he found his passion and that it allowed him to connect with others through it. We all just want people to understand us, we want to connect, and we want to share our joy and passions. I’m not crying, you’re crying. Kidding but seriously, this one made me cry. Mostly because of the beauty of it, but also because of the struggle that came before it and what overcoming that means. Very happy to have come across this performance.
I've met a few people on the spectrum, and that's one thing they share. Whatever their passion, once they engage in it, they are... home. They are doing the right thing, no stress, no anxiety, no difficulty. Circumstances that normally would be very stressful are a mere noise in the background. Optimized people, I'd say. I know this feeling well, makes me wonder whether I was a mild case as well - the standards for diagnosis weren't very good when I was a child...
@@Blingbling880 Hell yeah, yall are awesome. From someone else his age, yall have done a great job raising a real cool guy in Ryan
As a parent of a child with autism, your interaction with this man was so open and understanding. But the absolute confidence and peace that can be heard in his singing voice brought tears to my eyes. Way to go to both of you!
As a straight man who poops transgender, you should have pulled out, then you wouldn't be waking up to Sloth from goonies screaming and banging his head against the wall at 2am every morning
I've never seen a comment as vile as this... It's only funny when it's not you, huh? Grow a pair@@pervisgavin1730
@@pervisgavin1730 your comment is absolutely ridiculous. Why would you ever write this. This incredible human took the time to comment about my son, Reggie and their child and you respond like this? Shame on you… did writing this make you feel better?
@@pervisgavin1730i hope you one day find peace & joy in your life.
@@pervisgavin1730incel alert
I always tear up when you ask how they feel after singing, because it’s always such a beautiful feeling ❤️
Reggie, your humanity is so beautiful to watch. I really appreciate you.
What a performance, what a voice. His parents made me so emotional too. The love and the pride in their son was beautiful
We love him so much!!!❤️
you guys are an amazing family❤
the power of music is something truly incredible
I was thinking the exact same thing!!
Absolutely!
Yeah, so many ways...
it's the most honest thing we have as humans... we all love it and never think twice about it, but it brings us bliss, sorrow, sadness and joy like no other. I love food... but a ribeye can only get so good.
@@operatoncreation6396 I have met a couple people in my life that hate music or at the very least don’t care for it. These people are an enigma to me.
I just started watching you today, Reggie. Thank you for allowing every day people to shine bright. It fills me with such happiness to watch folks sing just for the fun of it, in the middle of a busy day on the street, they stop to celebrate life through music with you. You are a great guitarist and a wonderful human being!
I agree!
My grandson is 23 and non verbal and autistic. I pray everyday that he just starts talking. ❤
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Not everyone will, and that’s okay. Being nonverbal is okay and nonverbal communication is valid too. There is worth in language outside it’s spoken form
I know several autistic people - since they were children. They may be wired differently, but they are amazing! Parents who work with them reap the greatest reward. Beautiful, just beautiful young man!
That makes me cry. My son is four and we have some hard days. It’s wonderful to hope there is triumph out there somewhere.
We have a couple kiddos in our family that are autistic and one thing I learned....they all have some amazing super power! Once you find it....itll be the thing that helps everyone learn and grow with passion. ❤
@@templadoomno, they don’t. I get you want to be positive but not everyone with autism has some “superpower” and we’d appreciate if people stopped thinking like that
@charliemayfilms1550 it's so sad that you think that way....in our circle of autistic kids... from 8-24 ....we choose to see their gifts and embrace their superpowers. Mayb if you change how you think...you'd see the amazing in every single autistic human. Been doing this for over 12 years.
@@templadoom its not sad. so many autistic people have disagreed with the "it's a superpower" mindset for a long time. Savant syndrome is really rare. Sometimes it diminishes struggles because people are so focused on focusing on the positives. What about austistic people who don't have any sort of special talent????? Cause there are plenty. How do you think they feel with this narrative that they all have "super powers" but they don't???? Idk if I explained this properly but a lot of us have a problem with it. Just don't generalise.
I'm autistic too and singing help me so much with anxiety, but never i would dare to sing in public. Ryan moved me, he's such an inspiration ! His interpretation was so vivid and emotionnal, i loved it. Thank you Ryan !
You can do it to Prince. Ryan brought me to tears today. I love what Reggie is doing with his channel.
Singing has never been something I was good at, but I can tell you that the first time I ever played drums in front of people was one of the most exhilarating experience of my youth. I had only been vocal for a few years and was still very uncomfortable in front of people, but behind that drum kit I felt safe because I could express myself through something else. I always wanted to be able to sing but I know that I'm for sure not good at it.
Bless you but I’m sure you have some incredible talents.
You are so nice, all of you, thank you ! ❤
I'm not autistic but, I have social anxiety...big time. I get what you're saying about singing helping you. It helps me, too. The only songs I can sing in front of other people are the Gospel songs that were born in the fields of slavery. I can't carry a tune with anything else. Ryan is truly amazing. So are you! God bless you, dear.
It's beautiful how music brings us together ❤️ great job Ryan 👏 you have an amazing voice!
Thank you!!!😊😊
Reggie, I love your channel! I love what you do! You have such a way with people. I love to see the happiness you bring to those you interact with. This is by far my favorite one!
Ryan, thank you for being brave and sharing your talent with all of us. You’re amazing! I can’t wait to hear more of what you have to offer.
Many blessings to both of you!
Thank you!!
Being a father of a child that is special needs and being told he may never verbalize was heart breaking. 9 years in and he is starting to talk. He loves music just like this amazingly talented young man. I can't wait for him to break through and sing songs to me. It's crazy how hearing your child's voice can make you cry. Watching this video gave me more hope and made my eyes water.
Brings tears of joy. Because you're so loving💙💜💚✨
Good luck to you and your beautiful family brother 🤙🏼♥️
@@THERUSTCITY Thank you.
If you can play music, then teach him so you can play together. If not, then learn to play guitar and sing songs together. This is what music is for. Everyone has a voice, with proper training. And stop listening to doctors... they're the ones making sure you get your shots and keep masking and staying sick... fooled by design. Be grateful in all things.
I'm crying. My grandson is severely autistic and non- verbal ( he's 5), so Ryan's story gives me hope that progress is possible for him. Thank you for sharing this Reggie ❤
@@pervisgavin1730or he could have drawn my card. Over 150 IQ, read over 10000 non fiction books, memory you could not believe, doing lectures, writing books... Or he could be really unlucky and draw your card, the asshole card.
@@henrik.norberg Thank you 😊
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@pervisgavin1730 you realise that's a horrific thing to say right, not sure if you're trying to be funny or are just a terrible person
you are the worst@@pervisgavin1730
This was such a pleasure to watch and filled my heart with joy. You were both awesome!
Thanks Chef!!
i feel like you gave this boy exactly the experience & exposure he craved and needed, what a beautiful video 🥲
it is SO freaking cool how music unlocks the mind
Ryan just transforms when he sings, it seems to unleash his whole self
It absolutely does!! Thank you for watching!!❤️🙏
his voice is so good and of course insane skills with guitar as always
true self.
Yep, I'm noticing that every time I watch Harry Mack there's a little bit of a lyrical buff and inspiration which is due to how amazingly good his freestyles are. Trying to just play stuff on piano gives you the ability to really fine tune hand motion and control 2 complex things at once, playing rythm games really helps with finger control and following instructions. Overall music is one of the best ways to learn and improve.
It’s summer time in South Carolina. Anyone else’s eyes sweating? This young man is an inspiration.
Here in Western NC
Wicklow, Ireland 😂
@@tigq1430Ryan will be performing next month with School of Rock in Charlotte and Carrboro! He will be in Nashville, Memphis and Atlanta as well. 🤘🏼
@@Blingbling880 Charlotte is only 90 minutes away from me. That sounds like it would be a great event!
@@Blingbling880 Add this in the main comment thread Laura...more people will see it that way 🙂
You're a special human being Reggie, we are richer for having you share with us, thank you !!
I love the way he nods his head at the teen singing. Good encouragement 🙏
This young man has a smooth and soothing voice. He has great stage presence👍🏼👌😊
Thank you!!
This guys a natural performer!! Wow great voice and great accompaniment ❤
Thank you!!!🙏🙏🙏💙💙
@@ryanwoodard Whats your favorite John Mayer song?
@@rsk6929 I like a lot of them, but I think 'Stop This Train' is probably my favorite. How about yours?
Ryan, you are fantastic!! And you sing really well too! So proud of you for standing up there with Reggie and singing for the crowd. Great job. My son also has autism and I could relate to your story so it made hearing you sing and seeing this happen that much more special. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!💙💙💙🙏
I've been loving all of your videos recently but this one hit different. I'm proud of this kid and I don't even know him.
it did me too
Same
My family has a strong connection with autism and I am autistic too. After hearing Ryan’s story, when he started the verse after the “Ooo’s” I burst out crying. Just wow. Follow your dreams Ryan, your are a HUGE talent my friend.
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I don't cry much and I don't have autism but the moment he started the first verse I too had tears in my eyes.
This actually brought me to tears. His voice is just so nice and feels so natural.
Thanks!!
What a voice - what a character. Love him
Thank you!!❤❤
As a 31 year old father with autism and having a 4 year old son who is non verbal. This was a great thing to view. Such an amazing voice. He really got into it.
He will speak, he will communicate. I believe it! Be strong, Dad!
strength and power is in sound and music
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Should have used a condom.
I am a 47 year old dad who has a 5 year old non verbal son my only son it gives me hope won day he can do it my only dream is for him to be able go hunting and fishing with me one day thanks
As a parent of a child with Autism, I want to tell you how much I appreciate you posting this video as well as your commentary. You made a difference!
Same here 💙
Same here!
I have an adult son ASD but not level 2-3 like Ryan obviously,.. but still has many challenges,but Ryan is an amazing young man..,❤️
same here too
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I have 2 autistic non verbal grandchildren and this story is beautiful in its self but the hope it brings me is unbelievable i saw the love and pride in his parents eyes and i would love this for my son and his children
Thank you for sharing your family’s story. Sending all our love to you… and never give up hope. 🙏❤️-Ryan’s Mom
Wow so beautiful! Reggie such a kind man you are. Keep doing what you do. Happy that Ryan got to perform with you!
He is! He did such a great job!
I sincerely hope John Mayer sees this video!! What a voice. ❤💯
That would be great!
I am also Autistic, and go non-speaking on a regular basis, but music is the one thing that truly makes sense to my brain. When nothing else is working the way I wish it was, music does. When I can't speak, I can still sing. Your voice made my cry, Ryan. Thanks for sharing, Reggie ♥
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That was incredible especially his story. He must have incredible parents!
His voice is amazing.
My son is autistic too but verbal. By the age of 8 he had bought EVERY Miles Davis album (wax!) with money given to him for birthdays and Christmas. Congratulations Ryan! We are loving the vibe. There is a great future ahead for you.
How brilliant is music? What a brilliant story. I hope success in Ryan's life with his song writing.
Amazing!!! Thanks for letting us be amazed by all the folks who sing with you. Keep up the great work.❤❤❤❤
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Reggie, thanks for doing what you do!
So many inspiring people out there.
I love how Reggie listens to him in a non-judgemental way. You can see how they both have big hearts. Music is a universal language that brings us all together.
He listened with his whole body!!! It was beautiful!
True
Yes, so impressed with Reggie. He's an awesome communicator and it's amazing that he just knew the song Gravity off the top of his head. He does have quite the repertoire! This is one of my favorite videos!
@@jansheldon6615 He’s amazing in every way for sure.❤️
When he belted "gravity", I went 😯 It's beautiful that Ryan is able to express himself through music where words can't. So much talent.
Gave me chills then tears, very talented
Serious the second he said “gravity” I was actually shocked.
From the stuttering words to that magical voice.
Impress? Do you mean express?
@@BrandonWestfall we're all impressed as this kid expressed his inner voice¡
@@DocProcRealm Reading comprehension is hard.
Read the damn comment again.
This was beautiful!
Tears, I have tears of joy and the light and love of God. Thank you Ryan and NAMM so very much. 😍
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Had me in tears man. Parents must be so grateful and proud of their son.
Me too. God is awesome!
😢 same here
Why cry?
@@siris_05ofdoaclan13 It was beautiful.
My son is autistic and non verbal. He's only 6 and he's an Amazing kid!!!
As soon this kid started singing, I started crying. This dude is Great. WOW what a voice!!!👍
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He might not be able to talk but he might be able to sing , different sides of the brain for each . Give him a try with music .
My lil bro is also non verbal and he's just turning 5, the most beautiful little soul! I got that same lump in my throat❤
You’re awesome bringing out the best in people
I love what you do. Helping so many people by supporting them musically socially and emotionally. Honestly..you’d make a phenomenal board certified music therapist. But no need. You’re already doing the work. Love it!
This was very interesting. You can hear that he seems to a be a bit uncomfortable with normal conversational cadence, but he's exceptionally comfortable with singing and following the rhythm. He's perfectly capable of communicating, just not in the way that most people are used to, but in an equally - if not more - expressive way.
"Eloquencely" said! 😁Thank you so much!!
Yes! As an autistic person we may communicate a bit differently but we are still capable of communicating, connecting, being our own person. Autism isn’t a burden, it’s part of who we are and how our brain works. It has some challenges, but the only thing I’d change is how ignorant people can be about autism. I’m glad you seem to admire how he has his own way of doing things. Proud to be autistic 💪
@@livvyyyyyyyyyyy I knew this but watching this video and reading your comment is a great reminder, thank you. More people need to know and accept that the human brain is so complex and works in different ways and yet out education system is directed at one kind of intelligence. Hopefully with awareness things will change in time.
@@moorenicola6264 I’m so glad you appreciated my comment. I’m glad you are able to recognize how complex and beautiful the brain can be. I also hope that awareness and acceptance changes for the better.
Absolutely more expressive than most when he's in song! Such a comforting singing style-- just what we need.
SIGN HIM UP!!! Dude can SING!!! WOW!!! MADE MY DAY!!! That was awesome!!! SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL!!! Peace & Gratitude
Reggie is such a nice and talented man. I love how he interacts with people.
YOU GOT THIS BUDDY! u did a great job regardless of the label. YOU DID AMAZING!!!! Keep singing brother
Thanks! I will be for sure!🙏🙏🤘
Dude I've worked in human services for over 15 years and what you do is absolutely incredible.
Not only is he an amazing singer, hes a performer. The way he controls his performance is so full of confidence
Great singer and Great guitarist. So much going on that one guitar alone.
Love that triple strum at 5:53
I was bawling!! What a sweet heart!! God bless him!! I have a 16year old and 10 year old with Autism and they also love music so much. You were very kind and sweet to him!! You play amazingly!!!!
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This guy is a natural performer, his crowd work is so good
Reggie you are a gifted musician but you BIGGEST gift by far is your heartfelt ability to honor people. I have watched many of your videos and you always touch people’s hearts and pay them respect and they feel it. I loved this video so much. God bless you, and I honor you as a person.
Someone needs to make sure John Meyer sees this. He needs to do a song with him on his next album.
@@WhisperedTenderness Agree. And/Or next concert. #JohnMeyer
"To honor people" So perfectly put.
You nailed it❤