Amazing
written by lily on June 11, 2007

I laughed, I cried... it was better than Cats!

Wow
written by poopy head on June 11, 2007

I'm not even into oprera and that was sick.

Took my breath away
written by sam on June 11, 2007

I have o idea what he was saying and still he made me cry

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written by Tom on June 11, 2007

He should be on his way! That gave me goose bumps!! Hope they don't stick him with rock and roll........

Breathtakeing
written by Z on June 11, 2007

Fantastic, goosebumps, crying the works o.O he's a STAR!

great
written by Benedikt on June 11, 2007

heartwarming

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written by Big-E on June 11, 2007

I thought the hole thing was a joke from the beginning......I thought it was a tape... It is actually his voice..... if he doesn't win this competition,I have lost all hope for British people when it comes to music!
Beautiful!!!

o.O
written by Arnar on June 11, 2007

Holy shit.. I completely hate opera, but that guy was, in every sense of the word, Amazing.

amazing
written by Donovan on June 11, 2007

Truely remarkable...his moment of redemption.

Incredible
written by Elijahblue on June 11, 2007

Laughed and cried. This guy, a normal guy, just blew me away. Seeing him on the street you wouldn't think twice about him. Here him sing, god can he sing, and you know, just know, there's some deep wet soul in that pudgy meat puppet of a man.

sorry to inform you, but.....
written by jody on June 11, 2007

this guy DOES sound amazing....but he should considering all the traing he's had. Sorry to burst the bubble but check this out http://www.bathopera.co.uk/Past Productions/Aida/aida_biographies.htm

wonderful!
written by Jodes on June 11, 2007

Jody, you don't get to sing like that without a stupendous amount of training. Opera singing is difficult, intense, with a lot of focus on the details. Twas gratifying to see the audience respond so positively to him, I hope that these type of Come one, come all talent shows give more people the opportunity to discover classical musicians all over again.

reality check
written by patrick on June 11, 2007

That was amazingly unimpressive. Pavarotti had power and suppleness. This man just had an overly sentimental audience and bank of judges. His voice is thin and forced as can be heard in the wobbly vibrato. The reaction by the audience and judges was bizarre.

Holy Crap
written by Da Fur on June 11, 2007

Did Simon look like he was pinching one off, or what?

Amanda is hot- I'd hit it.

reality check check
written by ryan on June 11, 2007

patrick, compared to the horrible range control of the average pop singer, it provides an amazing contrast doesnt it? Also recall that this is TV recording equipment, so its not going to capture everything very well.

Maybe you should concentrate on how him being on the show could open peoples eyes to opera?

While paul is hardly untrained, he *does* work in a cell phone shop, so by definition he is an amateur.

just sayin'
written by tobin on June 11, 2007

you guys are all suckers for sentimental editing.

WOW!
written by RoB C on June 11, 2007

that was the most retardest thing i ever seen in my life. i dont see how yall people actually cryed... it was so freakin stupit i didnt even laugh and am writing this message with a straight face... =| i could not stop focusing on his chiped or rotten tooth, i dont know if i am discusted or just amazed from the stupidity... but im one of those. ok thanks for wasting 4 mins and 10 seconds of my life..bye!

Wow Indeed
written by adam on June 12, 2007

"retardest", "cryed", "stupit", "discusted", you RoB are obviously a simpleton with no regards for the finer things in life. This man's talent is amazing, and with some training he will probably have a great career in opera.

stacked deck
written by precursor on June 12, 2007

The guy sure can sing, but the editing was rather corny; it detracted from the true impact of the performance.

If he played Radames in Aida...
written by Steve on June 12, 2007

As seen in the link someone posted earlier:

http://www.bathopera.co.uk/Past Productions/Aida/aida_biographies.htm

Paul's voice is far too small to play Radames in Aida, or Calaf, the character who sings "Nessun Dorma" in Turandot. I suspect Paul knows this. His 'mastery' of opera singing is not "unexpected," though. Playing roles like Don Basilio and Radames in a small house makes him a beginning professional. He sounds like what opera mavens would call a "character" tenor -- a thinnish voice that might have the potential to grow and fill out, but not a virtuoso leading tenor like Pavarotti was. Pav was a big dummy (learned everything by ear, if you know the libretti, he screws up his words all the time, switches them around), but his vocal ability was always unquestionable. Why? He sounded so free when he sang. It sounded easy. Paul is okay, but he's not making it look easy, or free. Coulda been nerves on that video, though.

I'm admiring Paul for his chutzpah and thinking out of the box. Hell, if we have an equivalent show here in the U.S., I may give it a try, myself. I don't even sell mobile (cell) phones.

FWIW, I'm a trained tenor, been singing classical music since I was 17, recognized immediately that Paul's talent would be considered modest (at best) in opera circles, and I still teared up watching that video. Hey, anybody but Bocelli, is my thinking.

Meant to add...
written by Steve on June 12, 2007

I'm just saying, I'd like to see more English, Canadian, and American tenors get the kinds of breaks we usually see given to Italian and Latin tenors. If Paul has a chance for that "break" -- being a classical tenor who achieves some sort of pop recognition from the general public -- go for it, is what I say. I get tired of the public thinking you are not a real opera singer unless you have a generous number of vowels in your last name.

trained versus untrained
written by Frances on June 12, 2007

I've been totally in love with Pavarotti's interpretation of Nessun Dorma since the first time I've heard it. This guy does not have that range and seeming effortlessness. I can see where he would be considered an average singer among opera professionals. But Paul is not a professional singer. Imagine his natural talent, and it is there, being nurtured and trained from a young age. That would be something totally different. A pro is not going to be impressed, but without the benefit of a formal singing education Paul did very well indeed.
Anyone who thinks he's crap and is not a professional singer: you try it and see how easy it is. There's lots of people out there with a career in singing who would have a hard time matching his range.
The editing was horrible, and he's certainly not the best I've heard, but it wasn't all that bad either.

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written by Exotic Electron on June 12, 2007

Reminds me of this... unexpected!
http://axiomsun.com/home/video/homeless_guy_rocks_the_apollo.html

Natural Talent
written by Beatriz on June 12, 2007

It's true he dosen't sound like he could pulled off an etire opera like Turandot, Aida or Othello, at this time, but he was very impressive for an amature. He is probably self trained, one does not need to have voice training lessons to sing like that, just the natral talent, ear and drive. People forget, or are unaware, that Pavarotti was an auto mechanic's assistant, who sang in his church choir, when he was "discovered" and although Paul is no Pavarotti he still could live out his dream. He's a good light tenor now, imagine when may be with proper training? He's not that far from Carreras in sound now, who knows down the road.

I think that was fantastic!!
written by Nagasuri on June 12, 2007

Coming from an average Joe, I think that was really good. Made me cry when I saw the video. The point of such shows is to find raw talent, not someone whose already polished. He's very potential. End of story. Critics will always be critics. Putting people down shows lack of confidence in one's self.Wish the guy well, eh.

voice v rude RoB's spelling
written by poppy on June 12, 2007

I don't know what is more amazing, this guy's voice or RoB C's total inability to spell.

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written by Loonie on June 12, 2007

" it was so freakin stupit i didnt even laugh and am writing this message with a straight face... =| "

I couldn't keep a straight face when reading your message, it was so freakin stupit.

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written by Chris on June 12, 2007

completely amazing voice! And by the look on her face and heaving chest I think that he gave Amanda the vapours, good boy yourself!

AWESOME
written by Jayne Foster on June 12, 2007

What an exceptionally AMAZING voice. It gave me goosebumps and brought tears to my eyes and I am NOT ashamed to say how much I was moved by his singing!! This guy deserves to have his name in lights. What talent he has. I hope he gets the break which he rightly deserves. My good wishes to this new opera STAR are being sent from England.

Wow.
written by O. on June 12, 2007

It fucking made me cry. Total fairytale factor.

What in the world
written by ma4xgifted on June 12, 2007

He blew my mind unbelievable. Wow what has taken him so long to get here. I loved it. I was moved to tears. I can't wait to see what happens to him.

Show like that here in America?
written by Gunn on June 12, 2007

It's called America's Got Talent. It's the same thing, just, you know... not in Britain.

Where is he now???
written by Gwen on June 12, 2007

Where is he now???

Good for an amateur
written by Filmmaker78 on June 12, 2007

If a young budding opera singer gave up the dream, and then came back 15 years later to give it another go, this is about what I would expect. I have dated an opera singer (sopranos) and attended a handful of professional operas. Singing classical music and singing pop music require completely different skill sets. I know opera singers who can reach notes we can't even fathom, but sound completely average when belting out the latest pop music at the local karaoke bar.

Still, having said all of that, it's refreshing to see someone with a real, professionally trained voice expose what a bunch of pretenders most otehr contestants on these talent shows really are.

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written by SB on June 12, 2007

absolutely FANTASTIC and heart-moving. anybody remember Pavarotti before he "made it?" Neither do I. Let's not compare a refined professional with a guy with an untapped enormous potential. The whole point is that, after watching this, almost anybody would want to see that potential developed.

Magnificent.
written by 19 on June 12, 2007

Third poster or so down has it exactly: "I have no idea what he was saying and still he made me cry."

Dear gods, that's what music IS, and to see someone make some on one of these shows did my heart unbelievable good.

I'm not particularly into opera or classical, and we can imagine most of the audience wasn't either. That's real talent; it transcends genre or taste, it's self-evident, unignorable, and precious. I'm in awe. The fact that this treasure was selling bloody car phones is hideous. I can't wait to hear more.

When you move a judge to tears, I think you officially win. : ) Moved me to tears, too. The several times I've watched it. (long hard standing applause)

And the winner is... the video editor!
written by Bob on June 12, 2007

The singing is pretty impressive - but not as impressive as the manipulative video editing. Unfortunately manipulative video editing is much more common than beautiful opera singing, so we don't notice it as much.
Having said that, anyone who can bring fine art to the masses and get them to appreciate it has my vote!

Cell Phone.
written by WillowFox on June 12, 2007

He needs to sing a cellphone ad, and have it subtitled with a standing ovation at the end. Singing about maximum coverage, free long distance, and free nights and weekends.

I have a new found respect for OPERA
written by Misty from Florida on June 12, 2007

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! GAVE ME GOOSE BUMPS LIKE CRAZY! I HAVE LISTENED TO THIS LIKE 15 TIMES...I CANNOT BELIEVE THIS GUY! I WISH YOU SOOOOO MUCH LUCK AND SUCCESS WITH YOUR SINGING!!

Unexpected Opera Master
written by Laure on June 12, 2007

Fantastic I wish him every success this is one lump of coal that I will be most interested to see transformed into that precious hidden diamond.

Amanda liked it!
written by Raytracer on June 12, 2007

Looked like Amanda just about iced her cupcake during that performance. I don't know which'd be better for him; to win the whole shebang or get to hit that.

@SB
written by Steve on June 12, 2007

SB -- FWIW, I've heard recordings of Pavarotti dating back to when he and his father were members of a men's chorus in Modena, in the early '60s. Pav was still selling insurance. There was no mistaking the golden sheen and unfettered freedom in his voice, even singing first tenor in the men's chorus (his father was actually the soloist in the choral recording I heard). There is simply no comparing the two, LP and Mr. Potts. I have a recording of Pavarotti singing Rodolfo's aria in Boheme in a provincial Italian house in 1965 or '66. The recording quality is bad, but it still can't disguise his astonishing ease with which he soared up to b-flats and high Cs. I've heard only two other tenors with gifts similar to Pavarotti's: one is already a star (Roberto Alagna), and the other, an American named Gregory Turay, is high-level pro who is on his way to being a star, already sings at the Met. Paul Potts makes for an appealing everyman, and I hope he wins the whole thing, but hearing Pavarotti before he was a "refined professional" only underscores just how phenomenal he truly was.

WOW
written by Bill Moriarty on June 12, 2007

You can nitpick each and every note but you can't manufacture the emotion he brings to this piece or that his signing brings to so many. He sings in an amateur company in Bath that produces one opera a year. He paid to go to a master class with Pavoriti in Italy. What you see and hear is a person who LOVES what he is doing and that love comes through loud and clear. It is easy to be negative - how many people could get this kind of reaction? Bravo, Paul

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written by Mike in Madison, WI, USA on June 13, 2007

What can I say?

He made me grin from ear to ear, my eyes closed and my hairs standing on end. Sing, brother! Sing loudly.

Amazing
written by Justin P Ramos on June 13, 2007

I'm not a big opera fan but this guy is good. I don't care if has had some training or not. Good Luck!

Amanda
written by Scott on June 13, 2007

I think she climaxed when he hit his crescendo.

I liked it
written by RG on June 13, 2007

Here is a local news story about Mr. Potts:
http://icwales.icnetwork.co.uk/0100news/0200wales/tm_headline=paul-is-top-of-the-potts&method=full&objectid=19271531&siteid=50082-name_page.html

I really liked it, and I wish him the best.

Fantastic
written by DS on June 13, 2007

I've only been two 2 operas, Aida and La Bohemme, and this moved me to tears whereas the others didn't. Whatever he lacks to become "one of the best" is certainly made up in appeal. What a wonderful reaction from the crowd.

A Godsend to the trained voices of today.
written by J. Neil Downing on June 13, 2007

I am a "I wish I could just sing in the church choir guy. I appreciate those who the Lord has chosen to give the appealing voice quality this young man has. Go, Man!

Loved Simon's face
written by Kim on June 13, 2007

I loved the look on Simon's face when Paul got comfortable. Priceless. The look of disbelief was wonderful!

Wonderful performance. Brought me to tears and gave me goosebumps.

Absolutely Fantastic
written by Kathleen Orta on June 13, 2007

His singing reminded me of Bocelli, very emotional. He obviously understands the words he is singing and uses his emotion. Splendid! I've seen over 38 live operas and he could be on the stage anywhere. Fantastic. I got very teary! Good job Paul Potts!!
-Kat

The Soul
written by Nonnie on June 13, 2007

I have said for decades that the one thing all humans around the world have in common is "music." And there are so many levels of music and different genre's that if opera doesn't move your soul, than perhaps another type of music does. Iam also amazed that there are only 7 notes that create all music, no matter what your preference is. 7 notes. It boggles the mind.

Fantabulous
written by LG on June 14, 2007

This was so wonderful, words can not even express.

Mr Potts in Final
written by Lynchy on June 14, 2007

This guy has just made it into the final of Britain's Got Talent , the show aired tonight and he won the public vote.

where is he now?
written by Sam on June 14, 2007

I just want to know how long he lasted in the competition and what's he doing now?

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written by Jan Graham on June 14, 2007

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Few More Notes
written by MusicLover on June 14, 2007

Actually, Nonnie there are 12 notes. You forgot the sharps and flats.

I did like this performance. Yes, he's had some training and is not entirely self-taught. But even better, even if he is not the next Pav, he has a passion and has pursued it. I'm happy when someone can sing opera and move people who "say" they don't like opera.

Mr Potts in Final.........
written by Sam on June 14, 2007

Thanks for the update. I will be following the competition with interest. He was awesome for me, the un-enlightened, not-an-opera-fan person.

Mrs.
written by Cathy Cox on June 15, 2007

We thought Paul was great. I also thought it was going to be a joke/scam at the end but no! It was very stirring and I loved seeing the crowd and judges' reactions. I hope he wins the competition.
Cathy, Perth W.A.

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written by Mrs B on June 15, 2007

Who cares if he's been trained a little, when you have an interest it's normal to explore it until you have some expertise in it. Do you think the puppet guy Damon hasn't practised his skill or been on the circuit for a few years or maybe you believe our Damon's been playing with his monkey on his own, never showing his talent to a single soul. Don't be niave and what about the Baton Twirler, his granny trained him for 11 years. Paul's just a guy with an incredible talent and at last found the courage to stand up on his own and be heard and I'm glad he did because he's really opened people's eyes to what talent is and no one can deny he has it in abundance. As for those "bubble bursters" who like to say" Hate to inform you but he's trained" you're just trying to legitimize your jealousy, we know he's trained because Italian is not something he could have learned on his own. We vote for Paul because he deserves to be voted for. It's his time and we want him to have it!

Retiree
written by Bjorn B. Sveinsson on June 15, 2007

Waoww! Talk about " The 3 tenores " !!- Now,- "The four Tenores " .!! Great voice and even loock like an Operasinger !! Thank you for shearing this tape with us !! B.B.S.

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written by Jessica on June 15, 2007

this was amazing.
just simply amazing.
made me cry.

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written by Richard Corrinne on June 15, 2007

That guy blew my mind and I don't even care for opera that much. I hope to hell that he comes to America and sings.Is this program on TV????

Fantastic
written by Andreea on June 16, 2007

I don't even know what to say. I ran out of words.
This guy is brilliant!!!

Soul stirring
written by Lawrence on June 16, 2007

What a treasure they have discovered! I shudder to think how an American audience on American Idol would have responded to such classical talent. I fear the audience would have chosen a Sanjaya over this humble, gentle man with an amazing vocal talent.

Incroyable
written by Jocelyne on June 16, 2007

J'en avais les larmes aux yeux. BRAVO

unexpected opera master
written by Larry on June 17, 2007

Puchini would have approved !

impressed
written by Amber on June 17, 2007

he is so amazing!it left me speechless
his voice is gorgeous!

Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
written by Cynda on June 17, 2007

As a newer fan of opera, I was blown away. I love Pavarotti, Andrea Boccelli, and I expect to hear this young man again. I would buy one of his CD's. Wow what a talent!!! I loved it.

Incredible
written by kathy on June 17, 2007

this man is absolutely incredible, goes right through the soul! what a voice

Opera Singer
written by Angel Garner on June 18, 2007

Paul! You're incredible! Please come to the US and showcase your talent oneday!!! You completely and totally made me cry!!! Absolutely Beautiful!

Superb.
written by Ifor on June 18, 2007

Well done Paul, go for it lad, you've got it, flaunt it. All the Best

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written by joshua simon on June 18, 2007

amazing

Opera Singer
written by Lora Sapp on June 18, 2007

A complete breath of fresh air! I play it over and over. Would love you CD!

Awestruct !!!! Singer
written by Leo Merle on June 18, 2007

Without a doubt, one of the most wonderful, moving experiences in my 69 years.My wife and I were brought instanly to tears of joy.It gave us a view of the spirit within and Paul's determination to follow his heart. BRAVO, Leo and Millie Merle, Sonoma, Ca.

great job
written by jeanie on June 18, 2007

As somebody has said above, it was something I would expect from somebody who has had vocal training, gave it up for awhile, and then went back to it, as a hobby.

Regardless of the technical flaws mentioned by above posters, it was evident that Paul had a genuine gift, as a performer.

Opera/phone salesman
written by Gift from God Himself on June 19, 2007

the most beautiful voice I've heard

beautiful
written by Gift from God Himself on June 19, 2007

the BEST

TV
written by Fredrik Edén on June 20, 2007

I work with tv, and I envy, envy, envy the casters the editors, the producer I even envy the runners that got to be apart of that very program. What a beutifull media tv can be. I love it. I got goos bumps all over and got a tear in my eye. That happens very seldom. It was years ago, do not even remeber when.

wow
written by claire on June 20, 2007

Wow. I was not expecting that, that guy belongs on broadway!!

That Great Voice from Cardiff
written by Tony on June 20, 2007

Not only is this man a great tenor even now, but his total lack of arrogance and posturing is refreshing and ought to propel him into the highest pinnacle of a professional operatic singing career. My best wishes for success in this endeavor.

Tony

Awsome singer
written by DEX on June 21, 2007

This man is the truth

...
written by electra on June 21, 2007

I really got goosebumps!!!!!
His singing is so deep!

The boy from Cardiff wins!
written by Jake on June 23, 2007

Congratulations to Paul Potts for winning "Britain's Got Talent". He got offered a recording contract with Simon's record label to the tune ( pardon the pun!) of 1 million pounds ( about 2mil Cad). Not bad for a phone salesman. This is one of those times in life that someone's dream has come true. He took jobs that would make a living and so that he could pursue his passion. Wouldn't we all have the drive to do that?! Best of luck to him! And putts to you RoB C that can't spell - or can't type!

The boy from Cardiff wins!
written by Jake on June 23, 2007

Congratulations to Paul Potts for winning "Britain's Got Talent". He got offered a recording contract with Simon's record label to the tune ( pardon the pun!) of 1 million pounds ( about 2mil Cad). Not bad for a phone salesman. This is one of those times in life that someone's dream has come true. He took jobs that would make a living and so that he could pursue his passion. Wouldn't we all have the drive to do that?! Best of luck to him! And putts to you RoB C that can't spell - or can't type!

Unbelievable
written by TC on June 23, 2007

He is just so good... shows how much 'confidence' stuffs people up. What a fuc*ing hero!!! CAN YOU SEE THEIR SPEAR-POINTS GLEAMING...

Paul Potts
written by GG on June 24, 2007

Totally awesome...can't wait for his first recording. I hope it is soon.

Opera Singer
written by maerene fischer on June 24, 2007

Absolutely breathtaking! I can't wait to get his first album. He's the new Pavaroti!!

Damnfantastic
written by Fran on June 24, 2007

This man is a wonderful singer, I have been around Opera all my life. I have a cousin who owned an Oprera company and this man would have fit in with her performers with out a question....Brovo Sir and reach for your star because you right there with thme....

esquire
written by steve nichols on June 25, 2007

Where can I buy his first CD, he made me want to buy opera!

Yes Yes Yes
written by Terry on June 25, 2007

That's what all these competitions, these chances to display talent are for! They're for people like this who work hard and who practice to develop a talent or skill and need a chance to show it. He showed everyone what's possible and put to shame the lazy competitors who think they can win without effort. This guy deserves a singing career, and anyone who doesn't think so should have the crap pounded out of them.

Future Opera Star
written by Deborah R. on June 26, 2007

I'm writing this with tears streaming down my face -- and I don't even LIKE opera! Why don't we see Paul's story on the front page instead of all those non-stories about such non-entities as Anna Nicole Smith and Paris Hilton? Paul is the REAL star here! I hope he makes it to the top -- he deserves it!

GREAT!!!!!!!!!!
written by vsette on June 26, 2007

Paul, You sounded great you should come to the USA.

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written by lisa zurn on June 27, 2007

INCREDIBLE!!!!

Paul Potts, Opera Star
written by PJWhite530 on June 27, 2007

Paul's first recording will come out around July 11. The power of his singing is the emotion. There is something almost magical about him. He inspires the same kind of reaction in almost everyone who hears him: tears and goosebumps. What is that? He is awe-inspiring and I wish him the best. And of course the mouth-breathers and the opera mavens will attack him because that is what they do. He has a very thin skin, unfortunately, and when the nay-sayers start loosing their vitriol on him, he might be very hurt, but I hope he sails through such things. Bravo, Paul!

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written by crissy on June 28, 2007

UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!!!! Left me speechless.

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written by jill on June 28, 2007

made me cry listened to it over again what a voice cheers

mr.
written by Richard Taylor on June 30, 2007

One of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard from anyone. Such a gifted humble young man.

mr.
written by Richard Taylor on June 30, 2007

One of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard. Such a great voice and such a humble man. God bless him.

Amazing
written by Stacy on June 30, 2007

He was absolutely amazing! I had tears in my eyes and goose bumps galore. I watch this video every week because it lifts me up and warms my heart.

Paul Potts
written by Mark Soderberg on July 2, 2007

Made my day...I emailed it to my kids...dream,work hard and you can live you dream!

Unleashed Genius
written by Paul David Walker on July 4, 2007

Someone helped this man unleash his genius, and all the world will benefit. If you would like to learn to unleash your genius, order my book "Unleashing Genius" at www.pauldavidwalker.com ... after you can join our forum to fine tune.

Amazing
written by Karsten Vestertjele on July 6, 2007

I wish you good luck on a journey I'll never have. Things wiil change for you I'm sure and you are in the right element. I will follow from here. (Normally I hear rock/heavy :-) )

loved it!!!!!!!
written by shirley on July 10, 2007

i'm from the south. nobody i know ever listens to opera, but this guy was amazing. i listened to him over and over. made me smile every time!!! loved it. i'd like to hear more of his singing!!!!!

A star shinning on stage.
written by Jorge Sanroman on July 16, 2007

He is a real star, he´s voice is incredible, make me feel in peace when i hear his voice, I wish to hear soon from him here in Mexico and the rest of the world, and i wish him the best of success.!!!

WOW!!
written by Kerry on July 22, 2007

He doesn't need a competition, he needs a manager.

Awesome
written by bflyathome on July 22, 2007

Sure is easy for folks here to criticize isn't it?
Well I sure as hell couldn't sing like that,and opera isn't easy.
I've been watching America's got talent, and I haven't seen too much talent there like this guy. He's a great singer! He'll go far

Mr.
written by Vlado on July 24, 2007

supeeeerb no words please open ears everybody and that is, I never in my life heard better amateur singer

Whenever I want to smile...
written by Dee on August 19, 2007

Whenever I want to smile, I watch this Paul Potts video. He has a wonderful voice. I can't seem to get the song out of my mind...

The next Pavarotti
written by Linda on September 30, 2007

This man has a God given talent that is mesmerizing! I can only imagine how fabulous he will sound in a few years when he is concentrating on singing and not selling mobile phones! I can hardly wait until he starts preforming & touring! I will be in line for the first tickets!

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written by james on October 9, 2008

She called him a "little lump of coal" lol....

Admissions Counselor
written by Mary Ferguson on March 12, 2009

Paul Potts has a God given voice. Only a few shall enter the gates of heaven and it is my belief that Paul has been chosen by a higher power. When I listen to him he makes me happy if only for a few minutes of the day. Thank you Paul for sharing your voice with the world. Your voice is unbelieveable!