Softly As I Leave You

[2egypt]

Very heart touching. You sang this with your heart. Keep up the good work.

[justmyluckKkk]

i like it too;)

[donovandustin]

@justmyluckKkk Hey Cool. Glad you like this! :-)

Thanks for checking it out!

[obirudo]

Another Vibrant Tune /// Keep That Feel Good Music Going Boy

[donovandustin]

@obirudo OK! Think I will. Next one is more uplifting!

[austinsplace1]

I still love this song, Mr. D.! Like I said a day ago, you are so good and stuff. :)

[donovandustin]

@austinsplace1 Thanks Beary much! :-)

[austinsplace1]

I love this, Mr. D!! You just keep on getting better and better.

[donovandustin]

@austinsplace1 HIGH 5 PAW! Thanks! :-)

[Rhetorical20]

Brilliant performance Donovan! Keep up the great work.

Kevin

[donovandustin]

@Rhetorical20 Thank you so much Kevin! Appreciate you stopping by and commenting on this! Have a GREAT weekend! :-)

[natureatitsbest12]

exquisitely beautiful singing

[donovandustin]

@natureatitsbest12 Thank You! You are so kind! :-)

[jam2music]

Donavan , You are a very special young man, and this is so beautiful. This indeed is very touching and emotional ..I'm glad you commented on my video and I was able find this ..Which is going in my faves ,Have a wonderful night sweetie.. ~Judy~

[donovandustin]

@jam2music Jusy you are so sweet. Thank You! I am thrilled you left me your thoughts and checked this out! Peace Love and happiness to all! :-)

[Smanuto]

You REALLY got me. WOW!!! Now I must leave and dry my eyes!

[donovandustin]

@Smanuto Oh! Don't CRY! :-)

Thank You so much for your time. I wish you a joyous weekend! (my next video won't make you cry, I promise, so check it out!) :-)

[terry171]

What a lovely video, And you have an angelic voice well done

[donovandustin]

@terry171 AWE Thank YOU! Have a terrific weekend too! :-)

[RealMusicKing]

Unbelievable! More than Excellente! Thank you for sharing. God Bless you.

[donovandustin]

@RealMusicKing WOW! Thank You! :-) I'm humbled! :-)

[roughsedge60]

Very nice you will go far, great voice and you sing the right stuff

[donovandustin]

@roughsedge60 HAH! Finally. THANK YOU! You words mean SOOO much to me. Thanks Again! :-)

[soundslikefrank]

Great singing, Donovan Dustin!

[donovandustin]

@soundslikefrank Thank You so much! :-) Appreciate your time and feedback!

[FrEaKiNgEmmsy]

ur amazing!!!!!!!!! :D

[donovandustin]

@FrEaKiNgEmmsy AWE! And you are so sweet! Thanks! :-)

[hack3rSR]

great video ;) tnx for share ^^

[donovandustin]

@hack3rSR Thank YOU for stopping By!

[TheLindaChance]

I LOVE YOU♥ (: iufjokasdp! :D

[donovandustin]

@TheLindaChance AWE! Thank YOU! :-)

[WALRU11]

Refreshing & compelling. The voice of an earnest child learning to sing & doing a very credible job of it. "Softly" is a rangy tune with difficult peaks that your voice managed, but not altogether mastered, yet shone with a natural, ingenuous, authenticity that gives added poignancy to this song. Then, to show your magic, you hit & held the final high note with stunning purity & strength. Wonderfully done. For a 12-year-old boy, you have a voice of beauty, honesty, sincerity, & grace.

[donovandustin]

@WALRU11 Thank you. I am glad you finally like something I have sung! I'll pass along your comment to the coach! :-)

[Tonithenightowl]

Honey this range is a bit high for you, you have a great medium range, start a bit lower than that and build. There is no need to struggle if in the right range. You have a beautiful voice, you just need someone to train it.

[donovandustin]

@Tonithenightowl OK! I'll let my voice coach/mentor know!

[MarquisaDeshawn]

AWW THIS SONG IS SO BEAUTIFUL DONOVAN! DISNEY HERE YOU COME!!!!

[donovandustin]

@MarquisaDeshawn :-) Thanks dear!

[Shebadog2003]

You have a wonderful moving voice my young friend. I love this song and your voice coupled with the beautiful video brought tears to my eyes. Best of luck to you. I think you'll go far with a voice like that....hope to see you on "America's Got Talent" some day! <3

[donovandustin]

@Shebadog2003 WOW! What a lovely comment. Thank You!

I hope you have a sensational weekend! :-)

[willewinky]

Thank you for the link young man. You must have known I was a Matt Munro fan, you sang this song very well. Can I direct you to a young singer who died some years ago? Her name was Lena Zavaroni who covered the Charlie Chaplin song 'Smile'. She was only 11 when she covered the song and it is true power singing. I would say she was the best child singer ever, but that is only my my thoughts.Good luck in the future!

[donovandustin]

@willewinky Thank you so much for stopping by to check it out. Lena Zavoroni was indeed very good!

[psblezard55]

... found it, and subscribed, and checked the email option... not bad for a 50 something, lol.

Please feel free, if you would like, to email me anytime.... Best of Luck

P.S. You certainly are quite "handsome young man"....

[donovandustin]

@psblezard55 OK! So a bit Late, but wanted to thank you for subbing to me and checking this out! Have a wonderful weekend! :-)

[psblezard55]

Sweetie, you flatter me, thank you for your forgiveness at my error, lol. You need to know that I am in my 50's and not as computer-literate as your generation so forgive me if I do not understand what "sub" is and where to find it so that I get future emails of your music. So, hon, education me, lol....

[sap59red]

Not bad son, not quite in Matt's class, but give you time!

[donovandustin]

@sap59red LOL! Can you give me a few decades?? Thanks I appreciate you stopping by and leaving me your thoughts! :-)

[psblezard55]

O IS MY FACE RED! I am so very sorry for the mistake.... but you have a wonderful voice and I really hope to hear more from you. How old are you? Please forgive my oversight... but I still stand by the fact that you sound like an Angel, son.

[donovandustin]

@psblezard55 LOL! No need for a red face! I didn't appear in this video, so it's quite alright! :-) Besides, you are not the first (but mostly those were mean spirited)!

I am 12 years old, and am so very happy you would like to hear more from me. Thank You so very much once again. If you sub and click the "email me" option you'll be notified of my next uploads. They of course will be more uplifting, as the last two I have done have been kind of sad! :-)

Have a wonderful week! :-)

[sbbinahee]

Sounding great young lad. I've loved Elvis Presly's version since I was about your ageand later Matt Monroes . Well done again:-)

[donovandustin]

@sbbinahee Awe Thank You! It's so nice to hear this! :-)

[policemanandrew]

Received a message from this kid pointing towards this and I am glad they did. Just one thing, when you are rich and more famous than David Bowie (ask your dad who he was) please spare a few pennies for me.

Excellent vocal chord changes !! Well done.

[donovandustin]

@policemanandrew LOL! Thank you so much for visiting and your very motivating comment! I do know of David Bowie, but haven't tried any of his songs yet! :-)

[psblezard55]

OMG you, little girl, had me in tears, you have the voice of an Angel, I hope that you go far my sweet because this was heartbreakingly beautiful.... Good luck Two Thumbs up Sweetheart

[donovandustin]

@psblezard55 LOL! Thank You so much for stopping by and your comment. However, I am not a girl. I am a 12 Year Old boy. :-)

[Ralphsmomma]

A lovely and moving song.. I really enjoyed listening .. so sweetly sang..



[donovandustin]

@Ralphsmomma Thank YOU for your awesome feedback! :-)

[terrafirma91]

Great job, young one. This song isn't easy to cover, and you gave it a good whirl. Thumbs up.

[donovandustin]

@terrafirma91 Thank You so very much! :-)

[PlayForMeASymphony]

Oh Donovan.....What a lovely voice you have....This is a lovely ballad for you....and, your video that accompanies is simply exquisite.....Thank you for this magical cover....

[donovandustin]

@PlayForMeASymphony Wow! what a thoughtful comment. Thank you so much for your kind words. I REALLY appreciate it

[1baratone]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!

LOVED IT !!!!!!!

FANTASTIC :))) i also sing this on my YOU TUBE Channel.

Great Great Singing,Godbless you matey...

[donovandustin]

@1baratone Just catching up on my messages, so I want to say thank you again! :-)

God Bless Ya!

[TheAnastasiaLee]

Donovan:

Excellent Rendition ~ Soft & Sweet

Sincerely,

~Anastasia Lee~

[donovandustin]

@TheAnastasiaLee Thank You!

[amyclark68]

One of my favourite songs! you did it justice

[donovandustin]

@amyclark68 Thank You! I appreciate that very much and hope you are having a fabulous weekend! :-)

[OldGringo38]

Very nice indeed BRAVO!!! My kind of music. Thank You for sharing.

[donovandustin]

@OldGringo38 YAY! Someone likes my music! Thanks so much for stopping by and checking it out.l I hope you have a very pleasant weekend! :-)

[thomascow1]

Knock out great voice, keep this standard up its beautiful Cheers

[donovandustin]

@thomascow1 WOW! Thank YOU! What an awesome compliment! :-)

[sxitezza]

The legendary Matt Monro's superb Softly As I Leave You is one of my all time favourite songs, you have given yourself a toughie in attempting to sing this classic, but well done, you have sung it pretty good... Keep up the good work. Terry

[donovandustin]

@sxitezza Thanks Terry for stopping by to check Out my Matt Munro cover. I appreciate your time and kind words very much! I also hope that you are having a splendid weekend! :-)

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[njmhk]

Very nice for a youngster...bravo!

[donovandustin]

@njmhk THANK YOU! Very much appreciate those words! :-)

Wish you a wonderful weekend too!

[rogharm]

I love your voice!!!! I was introduced this song by "MAT MONRO" fabulous orchestration. You need more vibrato and a stronger voice. you practice like ido. sing it with Mat Monro to develop technique. try not to squeeze to much. develop stomach muscles. you sent me an e-mail to rogharm i am responding. how did you find me. i am an natural heal expert also. i can scan instructions for acupressure and reflexology treatments for your friend. telephone 718-786-6038 24/7 as your friend needs help.

[donovandustin]

@rogharm Thank You for checking out the video and your kind words! :-) Great weekend to you

[aaronboy56]

tu t'améliores de plus en plus , j'adore , franchement tu mérites a être encore + connu .

tu es une star grandissante . bisous a toi !!!

[donovandustin]

@aaronboy56 Merci! :-)

[MrFrontlinefred]

Not too bad: ease upon the high notes. Try not to force them. Not quite as good as Matt Munro. He had a voice like he was singing through a jar of honey. You will get there. Very nice.

[donovandustin]

@MrFrontlinefred Thanks so much for checking out my video and leaving me your thoughts. I appreciate that very much! :-)

[068694]

Good attempt at an all time classic,watch those high notes . Hope Kev gets well soon . Nice vid.

[donovandustin]

@068694 Thanks so much for checking out my video. I hope your having a great weekend! :-)

[neilnsue]

amazing-not only the presentation with the great photos, but what a great voice you have. thank you for sharing.

[donovandustin]

@neilnsue OMG! Thank You so much for the awesome comment on my video!

I hope your having a great weekend! :-)

[2egypt]

Very touching song......one of my favorites and you sang it well

[donovandustin]

@2egypt hanks so much for checking out my video!

I hope that you will have a great weekend! :-)

[dreasoto1]

I liked this song lot :)

[donovandustin]

@dreasoto1 Thanks so much.I appreciate you stopping y and letting me know your thoughts.:-)

[tonytarheel55]

@donovandustin you done a great job!

[imscottjames]

Nice job, Donovan!! And very cool video:)

[donovandustin]

Thanks @imscottjames . Thought I'd try something a bit different! :-)

[prochymaster]

What a lovely song, my sweet Donovan and you have sung it so beautifully, with so much emotion and feeling. Totally loved it. Your friend, Kevin must have been really touched at your sweet gesture. And the video is amazing. Your sister is very talented. Lots of love, hugs and God bless,  Prochy. :)) xxxoooxxx

[donovandustin]

AWE! Thank You Ms. @prochymaster ! I'm so glad you had a chance to stop by. :-)

[walterapa]

Congratulations !! 

[donovandustin]

@walterapa Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by, watch and comment! :-)

[Nhovietha]

Awesome ^o^

Talented singer, surely. Keep singing Donovan!!! ^_^

[donovandustin]

@Nhovietha OK! I may just do that! Thank You so much! :-)

[mariamciklauri]

nice ++

[donovandustin]

@mariamciklauri Thanks!

[DLSings]

A wonderfully tender and emotional performance. Another great job Donovan! hugs♡dani

[donovandustin]

@DLSings Thanks Hun! :-)

[kellym504]

amazinqq:)

[donovandustin]

@kellym504 Glad you liked it!

[donicklive1]

@donovandustin keep it up

[donicklive1]

beautiful

[donovandustin]

@donicklive1 Glad you liked it! :-)

[AManWithoutABeard]

Nice job!!

[donovandustin]

@AManWithoutABeard Thanks! :-)

[bit0213]

(ﾉ^^)ﾉ―――――――※※☆★nice! !!★☆

★★★★★ Like Click

[donovandustin]

@bit0213 :-) Thanks!

[ChannelCroNew]

Great song Donovan !

[donovandustin]

@ChannelCroNew Thanks! Appreciate that!

[riyact]

Great job Donovan!

[donovandustin]

Thanks @riyact . Appreciate you stopping by!

[prairiemain]

I'm sort of in awe at this performance. Excellent singing and incredibly good video production. This has to be one of your very best so far. Your voice is really maturing into a master instrument. Bravo, Dono.

[donovandustin]

@prairiemain Thanks Arnold.

Appreciate the nice compliment and your time stopping by! :-)

[MegaMikss]

B R A V O !!!

CHEERS & GREETINGS FROM SERBIA

[donovandustin]

Thank You so much, @MegaMikss . Appreciate your time stopping by! :-)

[AwayFromSunshine]

Very beautiful singing !

[donovandustin]

@AwayFromSunshine Thanks my dear. I really appreciate you stopping by to watch and listen! :-)

[GibsonAndVega]

Love your gentle approach to this. I know it's more difficult to sing with good technique when you're delivering it "softly" than when you're belting 'em out, but you handle this great. Very tasteful choice of pictures—touching without being maudlin. Nice background track, too.

[donovandustin]

@GibsonAndVega Thanks so much for realizing this! Different style from me yet again! :-)

[bouzoukiHOLLAND]

Colourful voice. Very nice video*******

[donovandustin]

@bouzoukiHOLLAND Thanks!

[afonsomario]

Excelente trabalho, parabéns! Dj Mário Afonso recomenda.

Excellent work, congratulations! Dj Mario Afonso recommends

[donovandustin]

Thanks so much @afonsomario ! Have an awesome week!

[scgsing]

Great job kiddo! Have a great day!

Scott

[donovandustin]

@2609karine Make my day! :-)

Thank You!

[toff358]

So very good Donovan - great breath control on the final very well sustained note! We all know Sinatra`s excellent version; if you ever get the chance, take a listen to the superb mid 60`s version by an English singer much admired by Sinatra, Matt Monro - it`s superb, just like yours!! :) Rodger

[donovandustin]

@toff358 Thank You Rodger.

I am glad you watched and listened to the whole video.

I was first introduced to this song, via Mr. Munro, who I nor others ever heard of. A great singer indeed.

I find the song and the story behind it, as well as the relationship between him and Sinatra quite interesting and fascinating! I have done quite a bit of research on the two, as I see you have! :-)

Thanks so much for making my research even more meaningful! :-)

[carlsburgh]

beautiful job my little m8

[donovandustin]

@carlsburgh Thank You! I am so glad you stopped by to see and hear it! :-)

[MiikkiitheMouse]

Thanks for sending , it sounds great and meaningful

[donovandustin]

@MiikkiitheMouse Thanks Mikaela! I'm glad you like it.It's an older song! :-)

[inousch]

Great dear Donovan!!

இڿڰۣ-ڰۣ—㋡HAPPY㋡WEEKEND㋡HUG㋡



[donovandustin]

@inousch Thanks! Love your pixel artwork! :-)

[runtheworldgirls13]

your videos r so good love your voice :)

[donovandustin]

@runtheworldgirls13 Thank You!

[natsyhorse]

Hi Donovan

You really did a wonderful job on this

Fantastic video too

Congratulations

Natalie :)

[donovandustin]

@natsyhorse Thanks so much Natalie! I appreciate that you stopped by! :-)

[201Mickey]

Hello, what to say, very, very nice video Donovan

[donovandustin]

Awe! Thank You @201Mickey

[xxquietfairyxx]

thats good thank you for the video

[donovandustin]

@xxquietfairyxx Thanks for stopping by! :-)

[KarlheinzFey1]

Wonderful performance, rendition and singing! You are a great talent! Congrats and 5*!)

[donovandustin]

@KarlheinzFey1 Thank You so much for the 5*'s and your time! I am so glad you stopped by! :-)

[jpeg766]

Wonderful job,kid! Great vocals! You sang it such feelings. Keep it up and enjoy what you're doing.

[donovandustin]

Always @jpeg766 ! Thanks so much for your kind words and time!

[TantrumJas]

What a voice Donovan:) Abusolutely stunning performance! Great video.

Jasmine x

[donovandustin]

Thank You @TantrumJas! Glad you liked! Didier really likes it! :-)

[sproutcentral]

Really enjoyed this Donovan. As usual you put your heart and soul into everything you sing.

Cheers, Dave.

[donovandustin]

@sproutcentral HeHe! Is there any other way?? HeHe! Thanks so much! :-)

[bobbypins2255]

this is soooo good!!! :D

[donovandustin]

@bobbypins2255 Thanks You! :-)

[omarsepulveda1]

Que hermosa cancion y Donovan you are FANTASTIC!! love, Gabriela Sepúlveda

[donovandustin]

@omarsepulveda1 Thanks so much, Gabriela! :-)  I so appreciate you!

[MissMarilyn1962]

My dearest Donovan.. I,m very impressed my boy... what 'a wonderful song' you sing here !

Really good !! 'A golden troat' you have ! :-))) All my stars for YOU !!!

With Love,

Marilyn X

[donovandustin]

@MissMarilyn1962 Awe! Thank You Marilyn. I so appreciate that! :-) xoxo

[ildiscorpions]

Beautiful, I love it!

[donovandustin]

@ildiscorpions Outstanding! Thanks! :-)

[TheKarliczek1000]

Bravo Donavan, this is great. 

[donovandustin]

@TheKarliczek1000 Dzienki Andrzej! :-)

[Tatyanapianista]

Piccolo Donovan!!!Bravissimo!!!!Hai una voce bellissima!!

Complimenti!!!!Taty

[donovandustin]

@Tatyanapianista Thank You! Grazie!

[2malinos]

Hi Donovan,

I nearly missed this performance and found it in the "Personal YT Digest." You're really making some outstanding videos which contain such beauty and moving images. Your vocals are so pure and sharp. I really envoy your beautiful vocal tone and can you ever hits so notes, especially that one at the end. Great job!

Perry

[donovandustin]

@2malinos Thanks Perry. I'm glad you didn't miss it! This is one of many classics to come! :-) So, please stay tuned! :-)

[storygary]

Thanks for sharing your video with me I appreciate your fine voice. Gary Wittmann

[donovandustin]

@storygary And I appreciate you stopping by Gary! :-)

[mcbucoo]

i like it

[donovandustin]

@mcbucoo :-) I'm so glad! :-)

[petermackett37]

Absolutely beautiful,Donovan!

[donovandustin]

@petermackett37 Thank you so much! :-)