WOW.. I LOVE LeANN even more know for doing this and her tears really moved me.. ITS TRUE.. its not everyday a country singer today, stands up for THE LGBT community and for that.. I TAKE MY HAT off to her for doing this.. As a gay, latino man, who has been teased and bullied for my sexuality.. ANYONE who has an open heart to care for a minority group deserves recognition and a standing ovation!! THANK YOU LeAnn for this!! WE LOVE <3
I've always loved her voice, but when she sang "Jizz in My Pants" on the MTV Awards, I knew that she was cool. Way cool. Search for it on YouTube because her performance with Chris Isaac and Forrest Whittaker singing the hits of Adam Samberg (of SNL) was EPIC. And I mean that literally.
Well,I'm now just a soggy mess! A truly amazing rendition of my all time favourite song!
That even now,in the 21st century,in these so-called more 'enlightened' times,young LBGT people are feeling the only 'way' is for them to take their own lives is truly a TRAGEDY! We can only hope that eventually,though I'd prefer sooner rather than later,things WILL get better!
I SAY THE HATE STOPS NOW !!! LET THEIR BE LOVE THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE WORLD !!! THAT IS IT OK !!! IT IS BETTER !!! accept the people accept who they are and most importantly love for who they are :') because without love life is meaningless :)
Wonderfully Done!! I am hopeful one day the US will catch up to most of the rest of the world and live by the ideals on which it was created. I look forward to the day we can say this is a true statement, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness"
It means a lot when a country singer speaks out for the LGBT community because stereotypically the Country genre is portrayed as homophobic (which it is to some extent) but this was such a beautiful, absolutely heart warming and tear jerking performance. I respect her SOOO much more for this.
Yeah, we just booked LeAnn Rimes to come to Milwaukee Pridefest 2011... I've always loved her and this just makes me cry to see her stand up and give such inspirational words. I love how genuine she was here... AMAZING! I can't wait to cheer her on at our Pride event!
The words to this song really got to me,I'm mean like literally when she sheded a tear it almost made me cry....anyways I really love this song and her too for making it available for us to hear it :D
*sigh* When will I ever be allowed to marry him? When will people stop calling others "gay" and mean to imply the person is homosexual and lesser? Why am I less than the other people in my school because I love someone different? Why do people say homosexuality is "unnatural" when over 200 species of animals have homosexual behavoirs (Penguins in particular, lions, heynas, giraffes, etc.)? When will the hate stop?
What a great job done here. I first came across this channel after the It Gets Better Video and recently came back to find this. Thank you for sharing this on here. Its time that everyone is able to be themselves without fear or hate being cast on them. I shared this on my facebook and hope that is ok. I really find peace when watching your videos. Keep up the great work.
thank-you...its just so hard to imagine it getting better when you are there...but,it really does...i ran gay nightclubs, lived the life, married my partner, adopted 5 children...and now am happy stay at home dad...but once, when I was young...i saw nothing ahead...go figure...its funny, this thing we call life.
I lost my best friend and the most imp. person in my life last dec. This was by far his favorite song and was even played at his funeral! I watch this often through tears in my eyes and think of how great he was and wonder how i will ever get by without him.Time cannot heal the unexpected tragedy that occured but the memories somehow get you from day to day. thank you Leanne for this incredible song and for keeping my memories of John alive! RIP John D. WE LOVE YOU!
@TheBmwM3Guy I am so sorry for your loss. I just happened to read some of the comments here, and yours really touched me. It is a lovely rendition of the song. I hope it gives you some comfort. Peace, T.
NuWine Press is sponsoring a poetry contest for lgbt individuals, people of all genders abilities, races denominations, church goers and non-churchgoers and people with disabilities who want to share their faith. Maybe if enough people hear, read and write our stories, the world will change the church will change and IT WILL GET BETTER.
And to every one suffering and thinking you are the only one, believe me, you are not alone. There are online support groups if you can't find one locally. You should not HAVE to hide who you are, but it may be the best course until you're old enough to get away from the bigots. It does get better! Hang in there, and bless you!
Emmercedes, Sorry about where you live, and probablly a small town in the Bible Belt? You have worth, and fuck anyone who says you don't!
If you are having problems, I know it sounds trite, but hang in here, and try to get away from there if you can. It does get better/easier the older you get.
Wish I would have been there. No one in my town accepts gays. I feel so alone. Thank you, LeAnn Rimes, on behalf of the GLBT community, for making a song for us. You've inspired me to have hope that someday someone can accept me.
@Emmercedes Keep watching these videos and know that "it gets better." You are not alone -- there is a whole community out there in the world waiting to embrace you with acceptance, support and kindness. Just keep going...
Absolutely amazing performance by LeAnn Rimes, the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles and koodos to Artistic Director Timothy Seelig who brings out the best in everyone.
What an amazing Lady. Someone once said, that "without the Emotion, the song would only be a performance". LeAnn touched our hearts in a gentle way that demonstrates that Music is (truly) a Universal Language. Thank you, LeAnn.
A few of you asked what song we were singing in the back ground. It's called "Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming. Thank you all for the wonderful comments, this is what we do and we do it for you. Happy Holidays!!!!!
So beautiful, I am crying as I watch this, I pray we all as individuals and as a society wake from our ignorance and love all of humanity with respect and grant acceptence to all...
Thank u for this message. I am from Russia (Moscow) and I am happy to have this possibilty to feel unity with these excellent performers, their feelings and spirit. Wonderful!!!!
A million blessings to LeAnn and the GMCLA, and the people who are going to keep the memories of the ones who couldn't see the light at the end of the tunnel while they were here. A million blessings to the entire LBGT community too!!
I was privileged to be there and hear this. GMCLA sounds better than ever, and Ms. Rimes captured the audience with a wonderful arrangement of two "Rose" songs as perhaps she, in her inimitable talent, has graced the audience. Simply lovely and appropriate!
This video makes me incredibly proud, ONCE AGAIN, to be associated with @GMCLA. It Gets Better ... and we are helping make those words ... more than just words. Thank you LeAnn, thank you to the Chorus for this incredible 6 minutes of music.
I've had the honor of meeting her several times, she is a truly genuine, kind, sincere and beautiful person. One of the kindest people I've ever had the privilege of meeting.
Wonderful. I've seen the music to this before, and I think credit should also be given to the arranger, Craig Hella Johnson, who first put these two songs together in this inspired choral mash-up.
God has blessed all of you, both GMCLA and Leann Rimes, with such powerful voices, and even stronger hearts. Thank you so much for sharing such love and passion with everyone through the gift of music. Please continue to be a source of inspiration and courage for all, both gay and straight, so that everyone can be better people in this world!
What a beautiful rendition of this song, and Leanne's heartfelt introduction was so genuine. I've always loved her voice, and this is proof of how talented she truly is.
I was there and saw this live and it brings back the tears once again as I view it. Thank you my dear brothers of GMCLA for being a poignant part of my life. I love you all. LeAnn, thank you for your involvement with the chorus and with the cause.
What a gorgeous rendition of "Lo, How a Rose Ere Blooming" and "The Rose" together -- genius. And what an extraordinary combination of talents to deliver such a powerful message. Thank you for this...
This is a beautiful video. So powerful. LeAnn's introduction is glorious - as is her voice. Added bonus to get to hear the GMCLA and watch Tim Seelig's masterful conducting.
This was a huge thrill - just to be in the audience, much less on stage. She is 100% real and her voice is as stunning standing 2 feet away as it is recorded!
I am speechless as my teardrops trickle to the floor. There are moments which are more beautiful than one can fully absorb...this is one of those moments. God bless you, LeAnn and the GMCLA.
WOW.. I LOVE LeANN even more know for doing this and her tears really moved me.. ITS TRUE.. its not everyday a country singer today, stands up for THE LGBT community and for that.. I TAKE MY HAT off to her for doing this.. As a gay, latino man, who has been teased and bullied for my sexuality.. ANYONE who has an open heart to care for a minority group deserves recognition and a standing ovation!! THANK YOU LeAnn for this!! WE LOVE <3
JOHNPAULPADILLA 2 months ago 3
Linda voz e linda musica. Parabens
JessicaDiBenedetto 4 months ago
I've always loved her voice, but when she sang "Jizz in My Pants" on the MTV Awards, I knew that she was cool. Way cool. Search for it on YouTube because her performance with Chris Isaac and Forrest Whittaker singing the hits of Adam Samberg (of SNL) was EPIC. And I mean that literally.
lgbtTV4 5 months ago
LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!!!
catgirl87 7 months ago
Beautiful!!!
Greg7341 7 months ago
Schön einfach nur schön, diese Stimme wurde wurde für diesen Song gemacht...
Day78k 8 months ago
What a performance. I am impressed...
ToranK 8 months ago 2
This is so fantastic, I have no words ... thanks for sharing :))))
MrsZvezdana 9 months ago 3
Well,I'm now just a soggy mess! A truly amazing rendition of my all time favourite song!
That even now,in the 21st century,in these so-called more 'enlightened' times,young LBGT people are feeling the only 'way' is for them to take their own lives is truly a TRAGEDY! We can only hope that eventually,though I'd prefer sooner rather than later,things WILL get better!
popazz1 9 months ago 2
I SAY THE HATE STOPS NOW !!! LET THEIR BE LOVE THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE WORLD !!! THAT IS IT OK !!! IT IS BETTER !!! accept the people accept who they are and most importantly love for who they are :') because without love life is meaningless :)
adiiliyaya1993 9 months ago 3
Wonderfully Done!! I am hopeful one day the US will catch up to most of the rest of the world and live by the ideals on which it was created. I look forward to the day we can say this is a true statement, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness"
Tannimd 10 months ago 2
It means a lot when a country singer speaks out for the LGBT community because stereotypically the Country genre is portrayed as homophobic (which it is to some extent) but this was such a beautiful, absolutely heart warming and tear jerking performance. I respect her SOOO much more for this.
colombiacrack88 10 months ago 19
WOW! talent abounds ! Love 'ya LeAnn !
dellasdad 10 months ago
Yeah, we just booked LeAnn Rimes to come to Milwaukee Pridefest 2011... I've always loved her and this just makes me cry to see her stand up and give such inspirational words. I love how genuine she was here... AMAZING! I can't wait to cheer her on at our Pride event!
jhhale3 10 months ago 2
Seen this video many times..... Still am moved every time......
Thanks so much for sharing and my dearest.
mepmug01 10 months ago
The words to this song really got to me,I'm mean like literally when she sheded a tear it almost made me cry....anyways I really love this song and her too for making it available for us to hear it :D
MysticalGirl01 11 months ago
Great tribute!!!
TakeChanceOnLove 11 months ago
*sigh* Had me in tears within 40 seconds, BEAUTIFUL
dallasdaisycharlie 11 months ago
*sigh* When will I ever be allowed to marry him? When will people stop calling others "gay" and mean to imply the person is homosexual and lesser? Why am I less than the other people in my school because I love someone different? Why do people say homosexuality is "unnatural" when over 200 species of animals have homosexual behavoirs (Penguins in particular, lions, heynas, giraffes, etc.)? When will the hate stop?
Emmercedes 11 months ago 12
I can't stop crying...
wolf4t3 1 year ago
a real talent!
SerenViv 1 year ago
Nice!
johnnyboy663 1 year ago
simply amazing. this was my grandmas song at her funeral...and fckh8!!
kelleyx86 1 year ago
What a great job done here. I first came across this channel after the It Gets Better Video and recently came back to find this. Thank you for sharing this on here. Its time that everyone is able to be themselves without fear or hate being cast on them. I shared this on my facebook and hope that is ok. I really find peace when watching your videos. Keep up the great work.
Larrbearpc 1 year ago
thank-you...its just so hard to imagine it getting better when you are there...but,it really does...i ran gay nightclubs, lived the life, married my partner, adopted 5 children...and now am happy stay at home dad...but once, when I was young...i saw nothing ahead...go figure...its funny, this thing we call life.
scaper47 1 year ago 3
Leann Rimes = Amazing!
kutie1018 1 year ago
I lost my best friend and the most imp. person in my life last dec. This was by far his favorite song and was even played at his funeral! I watch this often through tears in my eyes and think of how great he was and wonder how i will ever get by without him.Time cannot heal the unexpected tragedy that occured but the memories somehow get you from day to day. thank you Leanne for this incredible song and for keeping my memories of John alive! RIP John D. WE LOVE YOU!
TheBmwM3Guy 1 year ago 4
@TheBmwM3Guy I am so sorry for your loss. I just happened to read some of the comments here, and yours really touched me. It is a lovely rendition of the song. I hope it gives you some comfort. Peace, T.
chiefbroad 1 year ago
@TheBmwM3Guy
So sorry for your loss. I have lost a wife a daughter and three little brothers. The longer they are gone the closer we are to seeing them again!
Algebrator 11 months ago
This arrangement was touching...hauntingly beautiful...and so poignant...Thank you for sharing your music with the world...Peace be with you all...
topup73 1 year ago
Angelic! One of the best vocalist in the music industry!
toddnmidtown2003 1 year ago
NuWine Press is sponsoring a poetry contest for lgbt individuals, people of all genders abilities, races denominations, church goers and non-churchgoers and people with disabilities who want to share their faith. Maybe if enough people hear, read and write our stories, the world will change the church will change and IT WILL GET BETTER.
nuwinepress 1 year ago
VEry TRAGGIG years WE LOVE YOU,
JUANCHOMAN47 1 year ago
As a survivor of "Stonewall' in 1969, I can attest to "it does get better.
1spirit101 1 year ago 3
That´s AWESOME!!!!!
McMarcoBipPimp 1 year ago
Gorgeous! Totally!
Pat McCann
TCC (Dallas)
magisterpat 1 year ago
GMC=Gays Mens CHORUS
JUANCHOMAN47 1 year ago 2
LOVE THIS!
timmyboy192002 1 year ago 2
beautiful, both message and music
sobeit42 1 year ago
Thank you LeAnn Rimes!
And to every one suffering and thinking you are the only one, believe me, you are not alone. There are online support groups if you can't find one locally. You should not HAVE to hide who you are, but it may be the best course until you're old enough to get away from the bigots. It does get better! Hang in there, and bless you!
redwinecarl 1 year ago 2
I would love to have this version of this song for my Ipod.
tommy2tone 1 year ago
They're singing 'Lo, How a rose e're Blooming'. German carol.
harrygardener 1 year ago
Emmercedes, Sorry about where you live, and probablly a small town in the Bible Belt? You have worth, and fuck anyone who says you don't!
If you are having problems, I know it sounds trite, but hang in here, and try to get away from there if you can. It does get better/easier the older you get.
weottertalk 1 year ago
Like Bach, the old song "Es ist ein Ros entsprungen" and an Aria intermingled, he did this in his cantatas. I like it!
otter4458 1 year ago
Wish I would have been there. No one in my town accepts gays. I feel so alone. Thank you, LeAnn Rimes, on behalf of the GLBT community, for making a song for us. You've inspired me to have hope that someday someone can accept me.
Emmercedes 1 year ago 3
@Emmercedes Keep watching these videos and know that "it gets better." You are not alone -- there is a whole community out there in the world waiting to embrace you with acceptance, support and kindness. Just keep going...
mikeyirish1967 1 year ago
I stopped eating to watch that. Once I start, I don't stop eating for anything. Stunning!!
jxy202 1 year ago 3
Absolutely amazing performance by LeAnn Rimes, the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles and koodos to Artistic Director Timothy Seelig who brings out the best in everyone.
janbaker13 1 year ago
LeAnn Rimes is a national treasure. She is truly an inspiration to us all!
jonner63 1 year ago
Beautiful!
94augrad 1 year ago
She's amazing, that was beautiful as is LeAnn!
paulkaplan5 1 year ago
I love you guys, and miss you all so much! As always, you sound so amazing, and Leann takes my breathe away... :-)
4piglite 1 year ago
What an amazing Lady. Someone once said, that "without the Emotion, the song would only be a performance". LeAnn touched our hearts in a gentle way that demonstrates that Music is (truly) a Universal Language. Thank you, LeAnn.
EnjoeysLife 1 year ago
A few of you asked what song we were singing in the back ground. It's called "Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming. Thank you all for the wonderful comments, this is what we do and we do it for you. Happy Holidays!!!!!
lajtl 1 year ago
I'm sorry, as much as I recognize Ms Rimes' sincerity in her introduction, this song pairing just doesn't work.
bruinwi 1 year ago
love it
Kody1316 1 year ago
that was beautiful
ap0115 1 year ago
shes so kind
irvykinneas 1 year ago
Truly a classy lady! Great performance!
Simpledreamer 1 year ago
Yes i cried too ;..(
closetgem 1 year ago
To everyone associated with GMCLA and to LeAnn Rimes, thank you for an amazing and inspired vocal work of art.
iKevable 1 year ago
When I first saw this video this morning, there was about 2500 hits, tonight there is over
31,000. Beautiful, powerful, and straight to my heart. Thank you LeAnn Rimes and Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles.
LLBAIN 1 year ago
All I can say is.....absolutly gorgious performance
Harvey
Tampa, Florida
hkg02161954 1 year ago
So beautiful, I am crying as I watch this, I pray we all as individuals and as a society wake from our ignorance and love all of humanity with respect and grant acceptence to all...
commatron 1 year ago
Wow...what a gift
Jerrymarc1 1 year ago
That was so awesome!!
yobuddave78 1 year ago
Thank u for this message. I am from Russia (Moscow) and I am happy to have this possibilty to feel unity with these excellent performers, their feelings and spirit. Wonderful!!!!
Vladimir872 1 year ago
What song is the choir singing? What a beautiful mash-up with The Rose! Very moving...
krtsphd 1 year ago
@krtsphd It is the hymn, Lo How A rose e're blooming. In most hymnals
fadams624 1 year ago
A million blessings to LeAnn and the GMCLA, and the people who are going to keep the memories of the ones who couldn't see the light at the end of the tunnel while they were here. A million blessings to the entire LBGT community too!!
64098 1 year ago
Wunder schön
Maransch1 1 year ago
Amazing.
JoseMN 1 year ago
Breathtaking.
culinarymajik 1 year ago 3
can anyone tell me the lyrics, or the song that the gmcla is singing in the background?
maggierc10 1 year ago
@maggierc10 : Lo How a Rose e're blooming from tender stem hath (has?) spring.
From Jesse's linage coming as men (or see'rs) of old have sung
It came a flow'ret bright'
Amid the cold of winter
when half spent was the night
This flow'r of frangrance tender with sweetness fills the air
Dispels with glorious splendor the darkness everywhere
True man yet very God
From Sin and Death he saves us
And lighttens every load
fadams624 1 year ago
@maggierc10 Wikipedia: Es ist ein Ros entsprungen.
panhoeve 1 year ago
I was privileged to be there and hear this. GMCLA sounds better than ever, and Ms. Rimes captured the audience with a wonderful arrangement of two "Rose" songs as perhaps she, in her inimitable talent, has graced the audience. Simply lovely and appropriate!
lonesomeg 1 year ago
Good job all around.
Gambit39 1 year ago
she is such a great singer, GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!
heavyrocknova 1 year ago
This video makes me incredibly proud, ONCE AGAIN, to be associated with @GMCLA. It Gets Better ... and we are helping make those words ... more than just words. Thank you LeAnn, thank you to the Chorus for this incredible 6 minutes of music.
benpatrickjohnson 1 year ago 9
LeAnn Rimes is so amazing amd sweet! I'm in tears with her performance! Great chorus! Dazzling! She is a true Diva! Love LeAnn!!
juniortyler1984 1 year ago 2
Incredible performance. Very emotional. LeAnn's an amazing singer
SonicDeeHedgehog 1 year ago 3
I've had the honor of meeting her several times, she is a truly genuine, kind, sincere and beautiful person. One of the kindest people I've ever had the privilege of meeting.
Jumpington 1 year ago
Wonderful. I've seen the music to this before, and I think credit should also be given to the arranger, Craig Hella Johnson, who first put these two songs together in this inspired choral mash-up.
bearfuz 1 year ago
I am overwhelmed....this is sacred music! Thanks to Leann and GMCLA.!
doodly1316 1 year ago
God has blessed all of you, both GMCLA and Leann Rimes, with such powerful voices, and even stronger hearts. Thank you so much for sharing such love and passion with everyone through the gift of music. Please continue to be a source of inspiration and courage for all, both gay and straight, so that everyone can be better people in this world!
JPemberton 1 year ago 4
What a beautiful rendition of this song, and Leanne's heartfelt introduction was so genuine. I've always loved her voice, and this is proof of how talented she truly is.
armand1484 1 year ago 64
Wonderful!
shakeexplode 1 year ago
LeAnn is absolutely gorgeous.
RexXxcell 1 year ago
omg!! i was in tears!! leann u have a wonderfull heart!!! this is just amazing!! im speacless!!
asulyssa 1 year ago 2
Beautiful.
uBJtube 1 year ago
Stunning and never have the lyrics of this song been so meaningful!
MrMcMusic01 1 year ago 33
That was beautiful...I cried. Great message, keep it up!
Studio11B 1 year ago
beautiful....
coolgayguy75 1 year ago
A beautiful message of hope.
theBestArts 1 year ago
incredible.... thank you, LeAnn and the guys of GMCLA
rrobbins404 1 year ago
Very beautiful.
mgh102 1 year ago
awesome
bouldermatt 1 year ago
spectacular!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
twoguysindover 1 year ago
WOW! WOW! WOW! You lifted my spirits today!
echo415 1 year ago
So beautiful, such a strong message. Thanks LeAnn and gmcla
fadams624 1 year ago
Aw this is amazing... i love LeAnn she is so sweet.
yaoiking16 1 year ago
This is so beautiful, so fantastic, and such a wonderful message and dedication. Thank you LeAnn. Thank you GMCLA.
fadams624 1 year ago
I was there with my boyfriend and his family. You could hear most of the theater crying at during this amazing song.
youknowbilly 1 year ago
Beautiful. In all respects.
Chetta1 1 year ago
beautiful
rachelpica 1 year ago
I cried along with her. It was wonderful.
Arrooh 1 year ago
Just beautiful and her comments before were so heartfelt, made me cry. Thanks for sharing this video.
vsarabande 1 year ago
wow that was amazin and to see so much emotion from her. its nice to see as part of the LBGT community
emilythestrang3 1 year ago
Beautiful.
BubblPopElectrc 1 year ago
Truly beautiful!
sailingsam 1 year ago
I hope my keyboard is tear-proof. Wow. Just, wow.
blizl 1 year ago
So beautiful. So moving. I love you guys.
eddyskees 1 year ago
Oh wow!
tedval13 1 year ago
This is wonderful! What Hymn are they singing?
thnkredd 1 year ago
I was there and saw this live and it brings back the tears once again as I view it. Thank you my dear brothers of GMCLA for being a poignant part of my life. I love you all. LeAnn, thank you for your involvement with the chorus and with the cause.
michael91411 1 year ago
What a gorgeous rendition of "Lo, How a Rose Ere Blooming" and "The Rose" together -- genius. And what an extraordinary combination of talents to deliver such a powerful message. Thank you for this...
mikeyirish1967 1 year ago
Thank you LeAnn. Beautiful!
mykelb 1 year ago
This is a beautiful video. So powerful. LeAnn's introduction is glorious - as is her voice. Added bonus to get to hear the GMCLA and watch Tim Seelig's masterful conducting.
GaryRifkin 1 year ago
Absolutely gorgeous arrangement done to perfection.
todmacofsky 1 year ago
Absolutely lovely.
greenschmoodle 1 year ago
beautiful!
TheBestTLinTheWorld 1 year ago
This was a huge thrill - just to be in the audience, much less on stage. She is 100% real and her voice is as stunning standing 2 feet away as it is recorded!
tgseelig 1 year ago
I am speechless as my teardrops trickle to the floor. There are moments which are more beautiful than one can fully absorb...this is one of those moments. God bless you, LeAnn and the GMCLA.
ssoromeo 1 year ago
Wow... I love her! So vulnerable and touching. Thank Ms. Rimes!
PietyRules 1 year ago