Global interest in Boyle was triggered by the contrast between her powerful voice and her plain appearance on stage. The juxtaposition of the audience's first impression of her with the standing ovation she received after her performance led to an international media and Internet response. Within nine days of the audition, videos of Boyle — from the show, various interviews, and her 1999 rendition of "Cry Me a River" — had been watched over 100 million times, an online record. Despite the sustained media interest, she later finished in second place in the final of the show, behind dance troupe Diversity.
Boyle's first album, I Dreamed a Dream, was released on 23 November 2009, and has become Amazon's best-selling album in pre-sales. Its first single is a cover of the Jagger/Richards song "Wild Horses." The album includes "You'll See," "I Dreamed a Dream," and "Cry Me a River." According to Billboard, "The arrival of "I Dreamed a Dream" ... marks the best opening week for a female artist's debut album since SoundScan began tracking sales in 1991."
Find more info on her album at Susan Boyle Music
This is the Moment
Susan Boyle Lyrics
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When I send all my doubts and demons on their way.
Every endeavor I have made ever
Is coming into play, is here and now today.
This is the moment, this is the time
When the momentum and the moment are in rhyme
Give me this moment, this momentous moment;
This is the moment, when all I've done
All of the dreaming, scheming and screaming become one.
This is the day, just see it shine
When all I've lived for becomes mine.
This is the moment, this is the hour
When I can open tomorrow like a flower.
And with my hand to, everything I've planned to
Fulfill my grand design; see all my stars align;
This is the moment, my final test;
Destiny beckoned, I never reckoned second best.
I won't look down, I must not fall;
This is the moment, the sweetest moment of them all.
This is the moment, forget all the odds
This day or never I'll sit forever with the gods.
When I look back I will recall, moment for moment
This was the moment,
The greatest moment of them all.
The song "This is the Moment" by Susan Boyle feat. Donny Osmond is an optimistic and empowering song that encourages listeners to believe that greatness is within reach. The lyrics speak about a moment in time when all doubts and demons are sent away to finally achieve success. Susan and Donny both sing about how all their past experiences and sacrifices have led them to this moment in time, where everything they have ever worked for is within their grasp. They refuse to fall or look back, and simply concentrate on the present and the future.
The lyrics also mention that this moment is a final test, a chance to fulfill their grand design, and to align their stars to achieve their destiny. We can interpret this as a chance to make a difference, to follow their dreams and reach out for the stars. The song ends with the notion that this moment will be remembered as the greatest moment of them all and that the time to sit with the gods is now.
The song's message is inspiring and motivational, as it reminds listeners to take hold of opportunities when they present themselves, to focus on the positive and let go of doubts and fears. Their courage in seizing the moment is applauded, and everything that has brought them to this moment is front and center.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the moment; this is the day
This is the time when I triumph over my doubts and fears.
When I send all my doubts and demons on their way.
I am ready to face my challenges and overcome them.
Every endeavor I have made ever
All the efforts I have put in until now
Is coming into play, is here and now today.
Are coming to fruition and I am reaping the rewards today.
This is the moment, this is the time
This is the opportune time
When the momentum and the moment are in rhyme
When everything is aligned in my favor
Give me this moment, this momentous moment;
Let me have this important moment
I'll gather up my past, and make some sense at last.
And I will try to understand my past and move on.
This is the moment, when all I've done
This is the moment when my accomplishments
All of the dreaming, scheming and screaming become one.
And all my hard work, planning and perseverance come together as one.
This is the day, just see it shine
This is the day I shine brighter than any other.
When all I've lived for becomes mine.
When I finally achieve what I have always dreamed of.
This is the moment, this is the hour
This is my opportunity to seize the day.
When I can open tomorrow like a flower.
When I can start afresh and let my life blossom.
And with my hand to, everything I've planned to
With my determination and hard work
Fulfill my grand design; see all my stars align;
I will realize my greatest ambitions and everything will fall into place.
This is the moment, my final test;
This is the ultimate test of my abilities.
Destiny beckoned, I never reckoned second best.
I always believed in my own destiny and never settled for anything less.
I won't look down, I must not fall;
I refuse to back down or give up.
This is the moment, the sweetest moment of them all.
This is the most gratifying moment of my life.
This is the moment, forget all the odds
Don't worry about the challenges.
This day or never I'll sit forever with the gods.
I will achieve greatness and be remembered with the greatest.
When I look back I will recall, moment for moment
When I look back, I will remember every moment
This was the moment,
That this was the defining moment.
The greatest moment of them all.
That it was the most significant and memorable moment of my life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Frank Wildhorn, Leslie Bricusse
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NorCalKay
FYI: YT had pushed down our previous explanations (to those new to this video)… Susan was afflicted with terrible nerves because Donny was her childhood/teenage idol, but she soldiered on the best she could under those circumstances. (read more below…)
Three weeks ago, Susan bravely revealed she was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, with much acclaim from around the world.
1.) Susan Boyle's Personal Journey ~ Reveals her Asperger's Syndrome Diagnosis (8 Dec 13) http://youtu.be/7IRwefPw5Qc
2.) Susan Boyle's More Relaxed w/self after Asperger's Diagnosis & other celebrities http://youtu.be/TtgIajoVAg4
3.) [I have recorded and subtitled a 46 min. heartbreaking and moving documentary on Susan: ]
Susan Boyle (subtitled)~ There's Something About Susan ~ coping w/Asperger's in 1st-ever Concert (12 Dec 13) https://youtu.be/g8oTvPMRNIg
NorCalKay
FYI: YT had pushed down our previous explanations (to those new to this video)… Susan was afflicted with terrible nerves because Donny was her childhood/teenage idol, but she soldiered on the best she could under those circumstances. (read more below…)
Three weeks ago, Susan bravely revealed she was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, with much acclaim from around the world.
1.) Susan Boyle's Personal Journey ~ Reveals her Asperger's Syndrome Diagnosis (8 Dec 13) http://youtu.be/7IRwefPw5Qc
2.) Susan Boyle's More Relaxed w/self after Asperger's Diagnosis & other celebrities http://youtu.be/TtgIajoVAg4
3.) [I have recorded and subtitled a 46 min. heartbreaking and moving documentary on Susan: ]
Susan Boyle (subtitled)~ There's Something About Susan ~ coping w/Asperger's in 1st-ever Concert (12 Dec 13) https://youtu.be/g8oTvPMRNIg
Survivrs
NorCalKay Thank you for sharing what I recently learned as well. I truly hope that this can help Susan move forward and once again show the world what we already know which is that she is a lady among ladies and deserves all of the acclaim she has gotten and I hope medical intervention can help her. This diagnosis had to give her relief from all the things she had been told from the time she was very young. I hope everyone agrees with me that we want nothing but the best for this amazing person!!!
darasmythe
survivrs I've read also that she has an above average IQ.
Survivrs
darasmythe Yes, she does. I am just so happy for her.
Survivrs
Joxxer36 Asperger's is described as something separate from Autism in the DSM for Psych. Disorders although some professionals still consider it to be a milder form of Autism. I don't understand why you felt so compelled to make that statement after seeing what was posted above about her diagnosis.
Patricia O'Neil Thiry
i agree with you about her nerves and i think she forgot to breath at the right moments...i give her credit for doing as good as she did I LOVE SUSAN
Anna Burke
What a first class gentleman Donny Osmond is. Seeing Susan was struggling at the beginning and seeking his support, he took her hand and got her through this. He's a first class human being. Probably why people my age still love to see him perform.
Paulette,is passing it On
Yes..made me cry
Tim Heavrin
Amen!
mary bertz
Who cannot love Donny? Great voice and such a gentleman!