Kimi: A Brokenhearted Singer Gives A Heartfelt Audition - American Idol 2024
Kimi never got to hear his Mom sing due to her illness taking over her body after he was born. Kimi had to leave Kosovo to chase his dream, and he chose to come to IDOL. Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie put their hearts into coaching him through two songs to get his golden ticket!
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AMERICAN IDOL, the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, returns on ABC.
American Idol 2024
Helping to determine who America will ultimately vote for to become the next singing sensation are music industry forces and superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Emmy® Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest continues as host of the beloved series, for the historic 22nd season.
Im proud to be Albanian from Kosova and to see people from here making their dreams come true🫶🏻🇽🇰🇦🇱
What is the second song called? I want to hear the whole song
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@@vangdavid2, search for "Shkurte Fejza - Kosove oj nena ime"
@@Ash_tommoKosova is Albania 🇽🇰🇦🇱
@@vangdavid2oj Kosove nena ime
Thanks for making a 58 year Albanian man cry , it hit me like a ton of bricks , I left by myself Kosova also 35 years ago to have never see my mother again , good luck to you, we’re proud of you and will be supporting you all the way
You are not alone! Many Albanians cried, especially us emmigrants.
Man i m not even albanian and your comment made me cry ! I really hope you made your dreams come true and i am sure you made your mama proud ❤
@@Ladytalal1 Thanks , I hope I made my mama proud , now I am a proud grandfather
My heart cries for you ❤
I am an African American, and was truly touched by your story.You see I don't know what's it like to have a mother.I lost mines at 8 years old. You show a lot of love towards your mother and that touched my heart deeply.Praying for you my brother.May God Bless you and your family.
The second song moved me to tears although I couldn’t understand a word.
Same 😢
Me as well 🥹 It was something you could FEEL that took no translation at all...
Yes you can hear the beautiful melismas of the east common to Turkish, Arabic & that region of Albania Inc former Soviet countries, Kazakstan in the 2nd song.
That's because it wasn't the words it was the delivery and the fact we knew it was for his mother.
Same 😢
Kimi you made all Republic of Kosova and every Albanian all around the world proud, good luck on this journey and all the best for you! Suksese shqipe, shpresoj te fitosh! 🇽🇰🇦🇱
mos rastesisht nuk ke gjak shqiptari se ne realitet shqiptart e duan gjakun e tyne marre tkoft kastravec @Wtf2025lol
@Wtf2025lolpse ?shum bukur foli Ca ktu per Ta ofendu
@Wtf2025lolpo cke, o cke?
@Wtf2025lola dini mu gzu naj her per kosov a veq inat shpirt kishit pas be ropt ti qifsha ty edhe ata si ti.
KIMI 🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱 Bravo Djal me gjith Zemer ke kendu na bone te 😢 shum bukur
There’s something about this kid. I think he’s one to watch. He gave me chills. He may not have come out with all the bells and whistles but he sang from his heart and really connected. He made me feel something. I love that about music, about good musicians, they take you somewhere. I hope this gentleman goes far, that he’s able to stay out of his head and just sing from the heart. That’s where his magic is at. ❤😊
Same 🎉 🎉 🎉 ❤❤❤
I love your comment ❤
It Didn’t bother me that he sang from his head . He has a beautiful voice
Kimi, I'm ABSOLUTELY POSITIVE that your mom is extremely proud of the young man/singer that you are!! Wishing you tremendous success on the show!!
Well said 😊
Bosnia is close to Albania so I’m routing for this kid! Europeans supporting Europeans ❤
Balkans 😊
Thanks Bosnia, God bless you...greatings from Kosova- Peja city
ështe nga Kosova dhe jo nga shqiperia! Mos na i ngatrroni shtetin tone me te ri ne botë!!🙄🙄
@@FlorijeRakovica po ca gjuhe flasin te Kosoves 😂 Shqip i bie
@@FlorijeRakovicaKosova eshte Shqiperiii
Your mom is proud of you, bro. And you’re not alone, we are with you.
These judges are such a therapy to a lot of singers with so many dreams
So true! They are so compassionate!❤
Beautiful to hear his voice. He tells his story while he sings the words Happy he was given a Yes. He deserves it..
The real idols are the ones who touch your heart, who inspire you.. like this guy.Goodluck on his american idol journey.
Hi Kimi, you made the Republic of Kosova and all Albanians all over the world proud. Nice to listen to you
The second song was stunning. The guy has an incredible voice.
i am not ashamed to say that i cried the whole time. i wish him the best. at the very least, he auditioned, he did that. no matter what. next step, what a huge moment in his life to get to fly to hollywood. wow. living on a dream, floating on air, wish him the best of luck. and much healing. music can heal and hopefully will help him move forward and not be so sad. remember where he came from but know that the future is now. really emotional moment. happy for him.
If he keeps singing from his heart like this I wouldn't be surprised if he goes all the way. People love that.
OMG...why did he do that? As soon as he sang in his native language he took me out. We all can connect with him or whomever no matter what language. Congrats Kimi!
Words cannot describe what he's been through, but his singing & tears can. That's a true artist 😢
Im so happy that people like you like albanian language and songs that albanian song is more than 100 years old
@ol acule joo nje 100 vjet por gjuha shqipe esht me e vjetra ne europ ........
Kimi, you made Kosovo proud with your performance and your story! Best of luck on your journey!
O Sa bukur shqip🥺🇦🇱🇽🇰 I’m rooting for you! Beautiful voice !!👏
I cried in the middle of traffic 8 pm in jakarta watching this.
My mom has passed away a couple month a go, and this is making me crying ...this man so amazing, humble, loveable , cute and adorable... Bless you and your Mom - Dad too
Pray for your mom, she is in better place no doubts, i lost my mom when i was 19 😢
😭😭😭 He so expressive..... like his vulnerability.... That's wat music should be Not all about skills, or range
totally agree with this comment.
He went through a lot!
The first song already really hit me, for me a second song wasnt even needed. Beautiful!
As an Albanian from Kosovo this hit close to home. Will be cheering from Kansas City Missouri for you brother. You got what it takes! Gezuar Shqipe!
I know a lot of Albanians are crying listening to this. Kryt lart Shqipe, time to shine!
Im one of them,my heart is full of love for this young man,
Respekt Shqipe për Talentin dhe Respektin ndaj Nënës dhe atdheut! 🇽🇰🇦🇱❤👐🏼
Albania is so proud of you Kimi 😊!
Very proud to hear Someone from my country 🇦🇱🇽🇰 making his dreams come true . Shumë urime e suksese në rrugëtimin tënd❤❤❤
Bravo Kimi shqipe I hope you are going to win, good luck to you. Te pershendes nga Michigani jam shqiptare nga Mali I zi I dua shqiptaret dhe e dua kosoven shume suksese.
I know coworkers from Albania 🇦🇱. This guy moved me with his story. I wish him the best in this competition. ❤❤❤❤
Kimi you’re just amazing.. Kosova and Albania is proud off you.🇽🇰🇦🇱 Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺
Can we just give him a studio contract already. He don’t need American Idol. He’s already a star who brought me to tears…❤
Kimi is a beautiful beautiful soul, & has gone thru more in his 25 yrs than most people have their whole lives. A special human here. Wow
Te kendof zemra gjithmone. Urime 🌸
Kim, congrats bro, you have a beautiful voice, u made all the Albanians proud all over the world, lots of love from Greatest Albania 🇦🇱
The Albanian song was the best part of this performance. I felt all of it and I didn't understand one word. I recognize his pain because I have seen it in close friends who have migrated here and left family behind. Great job! ❤
I have multiple sclerosis and also 3 grown children. Ohhh and before I got sick, I sang a lot!! SOOO.... This hits me right in the heart fills!!! 😭😭
May the world open up for him, may his Mum get well. May heavens declare his blessed and Mum is healed
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He's an angel, I send him and his mom only love and happiness, PROUD TO BE ALBANIAN FROM KOSOVO!!! HIS VOICE JUST BROKE MY HEART IN PIECES.
Bravo Kimi, na ke bo me qajt krejtve. Te lumt per zerin e zemren. Kurre mos u ndal sepse ta lesh shtepine per endrra nuk eshte lehte, por ti je duke jetuar cdo moment dhe vazhdo keshtu. Krenare me ty. 🤩🤩
When he releases himself from the fear of BEING BRIGHT, he's going to soar! He is the jewel that his family has been waiting for to shine. The tone and timber of his voice is sweet and powerful.
Don’t be crying . You’re going to Hollywood . Bless you and wishing you every success .😢👏👏⭐️
I feel him so much and I identify with his story. I left my home almost 6 years ago and moved to the US to pursue my dreams & provide better life for my family. But people don’t realize how hard it is chasing your dreams while missing everything you call home & having to stand on your own two feet. My mother taught me singing and it’s been the one thing I love doing most. I used to watch Idol with her since back home, and I have always wondered what it would be like to one day be on the very show you followed all those years. It seemed so far-fetched back then, but now that I’m here I am a little closer than I was before. Seeing this guy have enough courage to try out even with his family being thousand miles away, and showing his beautiful talent to a whole new world, I find this very inspiring and hopefully maybe I will one day see myself living this dream and inspiring other people as well.
Dude I checked out your channel and you definitely have to be on Idol!! 👏🙌 You got the talent and your story is inspiring!
Bravo Kimi. Na bere shume krenare. Suksese pa fund Bir! Congratulation Kim. You are just amazing Son! You are a champion!
This is what makes me watch this show. Decent people getting a chance.
Yes, that's a heck of a commitment, INDEED. 😮 He sounds like a Beautiful Angel 😇
He has tremendous vocal control.
No matter how good or bad a person sing, when you feel connected you're good.
Kimi, you are AMAZING! All of us are proud of you🇽🇰
Einfach unglaublich und sehr emotional, Familie ist das wofür man lebt und liebt ❤🫶👍👍👍🇦🇱🇽🇰🇩🇪🇺🇸
As An albanian seeing this touches my❤ how human the big screan artists are. They are just like us no matter how much the lights shine in front of them. Respect from an🇦🇱albanian from Michigan.
Hi my friend 😊how are you doing today
Thats how you never forget your roots and still you embrace the culture you are living in. U have to be proud of yourself buddy. All Albanians are proud with u. Well done! 🇽🇰 🇦🇱
I’m crying 😢. He is an absolute treasure ❤
Në kët menyrë mbrohët Shqiptaria.Duhët të jemi gjithkund prezent për t'i prezentuar kualitetet tana njerēzore dhe talentet gjithpërfshirëse se jem popull me asete dhe kualitete që avansojnë dhe jan përpara popujve tjer sidomos para popujve të Ballkanit.Rrnoft populli Shqiptar të Kosovës dhe ai të Shqipëris
We are proud of you greetings from homeland Albania ❤
He is handsome...all aspects..pure and true..I'm crying 😢❤ but joyful..he achieved his dreams❤❤❤..God bless you sir..love u
I'm not crying - you're crying. 😢❤ Can't wait to see what happens next.
Kosova has so many talented people like Kim! So proud of my country🥹❤️❤️
Dhe unë poashtu sa Ju.Të ghith jemi krenar me talentet tan nga atdheu❤
I would love if his PARENTS AND FAMILY could be with him 😢😢😢
Man i was in the buss coming back from work, and i started watching and i was almost in tears. When oj kosove oj nana ime started i was a full mess crying like a babe in the buss..very touching, mamma is proud of you no matter what. Good luck shqipe.
Suksese Kimi, te do e gjithe shqiptaria. Pershendetje nga Ilirida!!!
How in the world does Lionel, Katy and Luke not sit there and cry their eyes out??
❤❤ I have been, for the most part, shut in and bedridden by a medical condition for the past 2+ years; American Idol and The Voice shows have brought me so much enjoyment, perspective, and happiness during this time. Kimi gifted me with a hefty dose of GRTITUDE. While I struggle with my health issue(s), it's easy to forget just how blessed I really am in the bigger picture. I'd love to hear Kimi cover John Lennons "Imagine," that would be an awesome parring. Good Luck, and God Bless you, Kimi, AND your Family ❤❤
Wish you health sir ❤...God bless you too
Aaaaaa sa me dhembi shpirti 😢😢😢😢😢😢urime dhe lart e me lart o trim zoti te lartesofte ne majat me te lartra ❤😢❤
Well now, that will tear your heart out. Precious boy, precious mom. I hope he goes far in the competition!
You are very strong Kimi! Beautiful heartfelt story and beautiful voice.
Fantastic Kim! Thanks for your amazing voice. Go ahead. I'm proud to be Albanian.
Kimi, you are making us all proud. Greetings from Kosova 👐
I can’t stop watching, crying and happy for him at the same time! I felt every word he sang!
Proud of you and proud to be Albanian 🇽🇰🇦🇱
Hope all your dreams come true Kimi ❤
Te lumte djale,ndeze skenen sic ke te ndezur dashurine per nenen e Kosoven.Bukur tingelloi ne gjuhen tone,edhe psejeton ne mergim.SUKSESE.ZOTI te ndihmofte per vete e per at nane!
What a kind spirited young man. Wish him blessings on his journey.
Moving , heartfelt, beautiful. I hope he can open up and bloom on this show. Best of luck, Kimi!
hope he would go to Eurovision representing Albania someday!
We are proud of you…you are very talented and humble…god bless you my brother… we support you…keep going..you deserve the best…🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱
O sa bukur qe kemi njerz neper bot dhe na bejn te mburremi me ta.♥️keep going👍
Kimi, you are an angel brought to earth. Your whole being, your commitment to life and family, you are the most beautiful person, and your voice is something to be proud of. I hope you go far in this competition and life. You are the reason this show still brings people so much joy and love. Thank you for sharing
When This contestant sing "Heal" By Tom Odell During His first audition of American Idol Tonight Wow I thought He did such A great & Amazing Job, He sound like He was singing from The heart, It was Beautiful & Entertainment!!!
Hi Jillian how are you doing
Who cut these fresh onions!!!!! My eyes are watering so much right now.
Love these Judges, so much heart.
Yes indeed ❤
I hope he can get past his emotions and continue to grow! His potential is awesome and his energy is amazing.
Even the 1st song make me in tears.... the 2nd its beautiful to get a chance to hear it
This grandma 👵 loves this I cried the whole time 😢😢 this young man is amazing 👏 💯💯💯
This was so wonderful and touching, especially the second song 5:31 in Albanian and the story of his mom and familly. Bravo Kim!
So proud of you ❤️🇦🇱
You are the epotiome of our beautiful language and culture! Best of luck to you! ❤
When he sang his 2nd song i cried like when youre choking back tears and your throat is pulsing 😢 it was truly beautiful
A broken heart & endless challenges lead you to this day. You have raw talent; You made me cry too! Ky audicion besoj se do t'a ndryshoj jeten. Artisti pa emocione nuk eshte artist, heren tjeter do te i kontrollosh emocionet si nje pro. It's your time to shine! Wishing you the best of luck young man!🇦🇱❤️🇽🇰
He has a unique tone. I love it. He sounds different than most singers
SO SAD STROY, I HOPE HE WILL WIN.
Probably the best version of Oj Kosovo I’ve ever heard
I watched the video more then 10 times and he really did it , he was so good at singing and I cried too ,super Talented and great character as well yep that’s a star 🌟 You guys do give People chance and make their dreams come true congratulations 🎊
Urime shqipe! You are a winner of hearts no matter what. You deserve all the world so go for it! Suksese🎉
Straight from the heart that is what you gave.. Congratulations
Shum mir proud of you
Stunning tone. With or without pain.
I actually got full body chills! Congratulations Kimi!
He sounds so much like Sleeping At Last. I absolutely love his voice
What a beautiful grounded young man. I hope he does well in life.
Beautiful soul. I don't have words for how this one hit me. I wish him, his mom and family all the best.