Josh Groban is more than just a singer—he’s an experience. His performance of “You Raise Me Up” at Hyde Park in London was nothing short of magical. Fans were deeply moved, each interpreting the song in their own way. Some felt it was about God, others thought of lost loved ones, and many simply felt something they couldn’t even put into words. But one thing was clear: Groban made them feel deeply.
A truly unforgettable moment came at 2:53 in the song when Groban turned to the crowd and asked, “You ready to sing?” And wow, were they ever! Thousands of voices joined together, filling the night air with the powerful melody. The choir on stage added even more emotion, making the moment feel larger than life.
This is exactly what makes Groban’s concerts so special. His voice is one of the best in the business, and he knows exactly how to use it to touch people’s hearts. But it wasn’t just his singing that made the performance amazing. The BBC Concert Orchestra provided a beautiful arrangement, making the song sound even richer. Special credit goes to the lead violinist, who played the song’s opening so simply and beautifully that it sent chills down the spine.
Groban performed “You Raise Me Up” at BBC Radio 2’s Last Night of the Proms event, and the video of his performance has taken the internet by storm, racking up 8.7 million views. In the comments, fans poured their hearts out, sharing personal stories about what the song means to them. Others simply praised the performance with comments like, “This will forever be one of the most beautiful songs in the world. His voice, the orchestra—it gives me goosebumps.” Another fan wrote, “This was so fantastic. His voice is stunning. So glad I was there to witness this lovely performance.”
At this point, Groban is practically a regular at BBC Radio 2, and fans couldn’t be happier. One of his biggest hits with the BBC came when he performed a live studio version of “The Impossible Dream,” which has reached 14 million views. Groban has an incredible ability to take classic songs and make them feel brand new, and his version of the Man of La Mancha classic was no exception.
“You Raise Me Up” was originally written by Rolf Løvland (who composed the music) and Brendan Graham (who wrote the lyrics). The song started as an instrumental piece in 2001 before the band Secret Garden released the first vocal version in 2002. But it was Groban’s version, released on September 10, 2004, that truly took the song to another level, earning him a triple Platinum hit in the U.S.
There’s no doubt about it—Josh Groban has a voice that can move mountains, and when he sings, people listen. His performance of “You Raise Me Up” in Hyde Park wasn’t just a concert; it was an experience that fans will never forget.
