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ACT I Hark The Herald Angels Sing Costa Mesa, California
The show started with a little boy coming out singing a line from Hark The Herald, and then he left. We could then hear Clay's voice before the curtains opened... by islandgirl06 at RCA Board

ACT I Hark The Herald Angels Sing Salt Lake City, Utah
I began to hear the sound of instruments tuning, and there was a sheer curtain across the stage… a few shadows here and there, the music began to play, and a child in red robes came out on the stage with a very pure and high voice and began to sing Hark the Herald Angels Sing… by woman4life at The CH Board

ACT I Hark The Herald Angels Sing Atlanta, GA 1st Show
As the concert began, a little boy dressed in an orange choir robe came out to stand before the grand drape and sang the first carol of the night. As he departed, the grand drape opened to reveal a series of gray/white gauzy curtains draped around the stage and the sound of Clay singing offstage... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT I Hark The Herald Angels Sing Detroit, Michigan
The little girl who came out to sing at the very beginning forgot the words to HTHAS. It was very sweet -- the entire audience started singing the words to help her along, and we gave her lots of love... by didi46 at The CH Board

ACT I Hark The Herald Angels Sing Phoenix, Arizona
The little boy who opened up the show was FANTASTIC- what a set of pipes coming from a 6/7 year old! Give that boy a contract! ...by nJOYclayFL

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ACT I The Music of Christmas Costa Mesa, California
A pause in the music as the boy walked offstage... the start of an unfamiliar song played by the orchestra, then there was Clay's voice... but where was he?? And the curtains opened..... and there he was in those gray pants & purple sweater over striped shirt... the place went wild! My knees were shaking with excitement... by bearcat4clay

ACT I The Music of Christmas Salt Lake City, Utah
Then I could hear the crowd begin to cheer and Clay's voice came soaring across the hall. There were wild cheers. For a second, I wasn't sure they were going to die down, but they did. The kids came out in costumes from all over and they all looked so adorable. Clay sounded fantastic. He was wearing an Argyle sweater and a big smile… by woman4life at The CH Board

ACT I The Music of Christmas New York, NY
It was great to see the elementary and high school choirs on stage from the get-go, I thought it set the mood for the show very well. Clay walked among the kids with such ease—the staging here worked really well for an opening number... by 43dudleyvillas at The CH Board

When he first came out on stage his energy and good mood seemed palpable. He bounced on his toes -- and I could hear the words through the hands-free mic just fine -- and repeatedly opened his arms wide, angling his body back as though he could just embrace the whole universe. I think.... he seemed joyous... by Nova at The CH Board

ACT I The Music of Christmas Wallingford, Connecticut
I found the opening number to be reminiscent of the big bustling crowd scene one might find at the opening curtain of “The Music Man” or “Oklahoma”. Layer upon layer of curtains were raised to reveal the evening’s cast of characters in an overwhelming rush of color and sound, creating a buzz of anticipation for the story that would soon unfold. How Clay and his staff manage to coordinate this with the choirs and orchestras they choose in each city after only one short afternoon of rehearsal is pretty amazing and very brave of Clay to take the risk... by ClayIzzaQT

ACT I The Music of Christmas Melbourne, Florida
The opening number is so well choreographed. Clay with the kids is so cute. And, I love the way he seems to be directing the staging. When he turned and faced the back of the stage, and lifted his arms, and the curtain drew back to reveal the high school choir...that was pretty cool! ... by VickieED at RCA Board

ACT I The Music of Christmas Atlanta, Georgia 1st Show
I just adore the whole staging and presentation of this song. It's the perfect way to begin the concert, I think. You can't help but smile during this song. The kids are so cute and he's so joyous in it. I noticed tonight when he got to the line "the music of Christmas is love" he put both hands over his heart. *sigh* ... by GooodBabyBrush at The CH Board

It was so professional, so visually lovely. After the choir boy sang HTHAS as Clay began his opening song, the elementary children came out, then the curtain opened to the backup singers and band, next the orchestra, and lastly, the high school choir. It was beautiful. Yes, I was impressed. Seeing Clay sing with those kids was so heart warming... by laughingoutloud at The CH Board

ACT I The Music of Christmas Atlanta, Georgia 2nd Show
And it began. The Music of Christmas is such a wonderful way to begin this concert. The elementary children are beaming... the backup singers are beaming... the high school kids are beaming... and Clay just beams brighter than all of them. All I could do was look from happy face to happy face and just smile right back. It also reflects the concert, as the song builds in layers... by huskerfalcon at The CH Board

ACT I The Music of Christmas Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The first number was a terrific way to open the show, a wonderful introduction to the concert, and Clay looked gorgeous as he revealed the elements of the show and moved around the stage. (I also loved the chubby little boy in the kids chorus who was practically bouncing with joy. I knew just how he felt!) ...by Oldmoviegal at The CH Board

Not enough can be said about the combination of Clay's voice, the acoustics in Heinz Hall and the sound system. This is the first Clay concert I have been to where I could understand everything he said - it was all so clear. And I can't begin to explain how crystal clear that voice was when he was singing. It didn't take more that 4 notes into TMOC for me to get teary eyed.......and I'm not much of a cryer... by clacken49

Towards the end of TMOC there were people coming down the aisles and I was thinking, “But they aren’t supposed to seat people after the show has started.” Then I realized it was the rest of the high school choir marching down to the stage. It occurred to me that I could hop right out of my aisle seat and follow them right onto the stage and no one would be any the wiser. Then it occurred to me that I would have to be 25 years younger to qualify as a teenager and I surely would be caught... by mmb40 at The CH Board

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ACT I Sleigh Ride Costa Mesa, California
Sleigh Ride was AWESOME! He sings it even faster and more bouncy than on the album, if that’s even possible. Really great start to the show... by IceDancer at the CH Board

ACT I Sleigh Ride New York, NY
The upbeat tempo had the audience clapping along... by hopelesslytakenbyclay

While faster than Clay’s studio version, it didn’t seem too fast to me, and he had such fun with it... by 43dudleyvillas at The CH Board

ACT I Sleigh Ride Atlanta, Georgia 1st Show
I adore the way he bounces up on his toes and wiggles his eyebrows during the "giddyups," and the little "soft shoe" he's tossing in at the end is somehow self-deprecating and fun and good all at the same time. What a showman... by GooodBabyBrush at The CH Board

Done much more quickly and up-tempo than on the album. He was positively spitting those words out, never missing a beat, never missing a note. And we never missed a sparkle in those emerald eyes as he charmed young and old alike, strolling about the stage as if he owned it, which he did. He infused the words of this song with a happy joy that only smiling Clay can deliver, and I was transported with him to a land of sleigh-bells, spirited horses, and snowy wonder... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT I Sleigh Ride Chicago, Illinois
When he sang Sleigh Ride he did a little dance at the end that made the crowd scream - he said enjoy it cause that was all we got of his bad dancing. (It really was very cute)... by sandrad4clay

ACT I Sleigh Ride Cleveland, Ohio
I remember Clay sang rather softly. Then, it was talking time... by fanfromohio

ACT I Sleigh Ride Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Sleigh Ride was so cute – fast but not too fast, lighthearted, fun. Clay had a little lyric bobble in the middle, which was completely adorable because it yielded this little gem: Giddyupday party at the home of Farmer Grey! A quick save, and one of my favorite moments, in a concert that was filled with great moments! ... by Oldmoviegal at The CH Board

ACT I Sleigh Ride Detroit, Michigan
The audience started clapping. I wanted to scream, "Stop it! Don't even try to keep up. Clay is in a hurry here." The soft-shoe is probably the single most adorable thing I have ever seen him do. I started to die a little there... by didi46 at The CH Board

ACT I Sleigh Ride Phoenix, Arizona
...with air instruments – including what looked like tympani... by Maggio at The CH Board

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ACT I Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas Atlanta, GA 1st Show
Tonight he said he was going to do something "a little more romantic." He invited people to "snuggle up with the person you came with." His voice was almost unbearably strong tonight -- in a good way. At times, he would hit a note that would resonate through my entire body (both "boughs" in HYAMLC)... by GooodBabyBrush at The CH Board

ACT I Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The definitive version. Everyone else should just stop singing this. Just. Stop... by Oldmoviegal at The CH Board

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ACT I Winter Wonderland Salt Lake City, Utah
Clay danced oh so sweetly with Angela. He gave her the most adoring looks and she smiled back at him and they touched so gently and tenderly. You just couldn't take your eyes off of them. Clay moved very smoothly as a dancer and was very attentive to his partner. Where does this myth come from that he can't dance? He looked very much at home on the dance floor... by elfe350 on RHT Board

ACT I Winter Wonderland Atlanta, Georgia 1st Show
He danced with Angela as usual tonight, but did a little something different at the very end. I'm not sure how to describe it except to say he kind of pulled her into his body right at the end before letting her go. Hot. Oh, and while they were dancing? He appeared to be singing softly to her. Gahhh... by GooodBabyBrush at The CH Board

He charmingly and sweetly took Angela in his arms and danced between verses (to quietly murmured ooo’s and aaah’s from the audience)... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT I Winter Wonderland Chicago, Illinois
During WW he danced with Quiana instead of Angela... by Fnygal at RHT Board

ACT I Winter Wonderland Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
During “WW” he did this little skipping dance. He was adorable! He later promised to never do it again … the crowd groaned... by wvclayfan at Claymaniacs Board

ACT I Winter Wonderland Detroit, Michigan
When Clay danced with Angela, we were treated to an interesting view. She was wearing a pretty sweater/wrap that was long in front, but very short in the back... by didi46 at The CH Board

ACT I Winter Wonderland Phoenix, AZ
I just about died when Clay and Angela were dancing cheek to cheek during WW. He sure is a mighty fine dancer. Oh how I wished I were her! ...by Claymate15

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ACT I The Christmas Song Atlanta, Georgia 1st Show
He is so aware of his body as a part of the presentation of the songs. I noticed this early on in songs like TCS. When he wasn't singing -- during musical interludes -- he would do something like cast his eyes down to the side as he ended his last note before the interlude, holding the pose just long enough to be effective... by GooodBabyBrush at The CH Board

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ACT I Silver Bells Costa Mesa, California
Silver Bells with Qiana was really lovely. They seemed to blend much better than Clay and KL, from what I remember... by IceDancer at The CH Board

ACT I Silver Bells Salt Lake City, Utah
Carmen Rasmusen came out onto the stage in mid song, cute as a button, singing strongly into her microphone with a country flavor to her low voice. Clay’s voice and hers blended really well... Carmen wore a satiny green skirt and a black sweater, and her curly long blonde hair bounced as she moved. She and Clay interacted well together during the song, singing to each other instead of the audience. Very cute... by elfe350 at RHT Board

ACT I Silver Bells Atlanta, GA 1st Show
After everyone, on stage and off, had sufficiently recovered from the laughter, Clay and Quiana sang a beautiful duet of “Silver Bells.” ...The happiness they displayed for one another throughout the song was readily apparent... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

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ACT I The Christmas Waltz Costa Mesa, California
He sang TCW and proceeded to dance the waltz with Angela, while Quiana and Jacob danced together, too. They managed to make it a bit hot, but just a bit. Of course, it was enough to bring on the screams... by liney23 at Claymaniacs Board

ACT I The Christmas Waltz Sewell, New Jersey
Perhaps one of the most endearing moments was when Clay was singing The Christmas Waltz and just at the right moment crooked a couple of fingers toward Angela beckoning her to join him in a dance... by Corie Haber at clayaikentheidealidol

ACT I The Christmas Waltz Chicago, Illinois
CW was sooo beautiful and sooo on! I only liked it so-so on his special, but tonight it was just beyond clear and perfect... by sandrad4clay

ACT I The Christmas Waltz Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Watching those few brave couples dancing so beautifully while Clay sang, also so beautifully. For some reason the tears started again... by missanda

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ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Costa Mesa, CA
I never liked the New Year's Eve song - but there he was - Bing Crosby/Frank Sinatra slowly strolling on the stage into the audience, crooning like nobody's business... by clayjoy

He has totally reinvented WAYDNYE. He becomes a crooner on it! And his singing in the audience was fabulous... by PS Bonnie

He started singing WAYDNYE and filtering to the left (his right) of the stage. He was at the top of the stairs which was so great, cause he was so up close. Then...he started moving slowly down the stairs. I was like "OMG" I thought he would get to the bottom and then go back up and finish the song center stage... But no. He came off the stairs. He looked right at me. I smiled at him. He started moving towards me. I was like "Oh no, don't come over here, I'll die." Then as he got closer I was like "Oh yes come to mama baby." He stood right in front of me and I didn't want to reach out in case security yanked him back. But he REACHED OUT FOR MY HAND! So I took it. He held it and looked into my eyes and sang... I was shaking all over and I started to cry during the next song. Quietly I might add. During intermission, a female usher came over to me and said "Are you ok? I thought you were going to pass out, you are so cute, you were shaking!" lol ... So there endeth my supreme serenade by Clay... by claysvegasfan at The CH Board

Clay sang to me last night! What a thrill! When he came off the stage and went straight for clayvegasfan, reaching out to her, I thought he picked her because he knew her. I was so mesmerized by such a close view of him that it did not occur to me he might move down the aisle and sing to others – me included! So when he came up to me all I could do was keep smiling at him. I stupidly didn’t even think of reaching out to touch him, I was shocked and remained reserved, true to my nature. I’m near sighted so I wear glasses for distance viewing only. As he was singing to me I suddenly realized my darn glasses were still on and in the way of my once-in-a-lifetime-eye-lock-with-Clay! So I whipped them off and heard a light ripple of laughter from the audience behind me - probably amusement along the lines of “she’s trying to look prettier for him” Yeah, maybe that was true, I WAS feeling self-conscious. I’m easily embarrassed. My family (who were sitting elsewhere) proclaimed that he sang to me because he recognized me since I’ve been to so many shows. I know that’s not true. I’ve never met him before and usually do not sit so close. Still, he smiled at me with such GENUINE WARMTH that it even flashed across MY mind “he knows me!” ... I tell you though he has a phenomenal ability to make a stranger feel special. He struck me as incredibly sweet and so very brave to serenade audience members on his opening night... It was fascinating to watch the interchange with the woman in the wheelchair behind me. It was intense (and I was still intensely reeling from his singing to me). As he moved towards the lady, she already had a pen and a MCWL CD cover out hoping he would sign it. When he reached to lift her up to dance the pen dropped to the floor and her seat belt held her in and there were a couple seconds of confusion in which both of them seemed to be shaking. But they worked through it beautifully... by Libby at The CH Board

“that lady he danced with” was me !!!!!!! ... I almost did not go as I felt terrible and extremely worn out... When Clay pulled me up to dance and I was buckled into my wheelchair and when I reached put to shake his hand, he tried to pull me up to stand, but I was buckled into my wheelchair as I was telling him "I’m a quad”. (while trying to unbuckle myself)... He stopped singing at this point and said, that’s okay, “I’ve got you” as he lifted me to my feet and held onto me - it was obvious he has worked with disabled people. We danced and he asked me “are you okay” several times while only the orchestra played. I mentioned that my Husband of 25 years was with me and Clay said "so I’m probably in trouble” I told him no! ... I could not believe it, people asked if our dancing had been staged. A lady from the Performing Arts Center asked for my name and asked if they could interview me, we'll see if she contacts me... During the short 5 minute break, during the concert, people from all over the audience came over to find out what Clay had said to me and if it was staged. Several people showed me pictures that they took of us dancing. I told them that I get nervous when people pick me up as I do not walk/stand up well, but it was obvious Clay knew what he was doing as I felt his ability to hold me up. It was a fun comforable dance, like I was dancing with my brother! ... Many fans afterwards told me that my picture will be all over the web tomorrow ! Several people said that they would email me their pictures. I’m looking forward to receiving them. Does anyone remember what song we danced to? ... What a night – I am so glad I fought the pain and did push myself to go even though I did not feel good. God is good - I'm going to make it back out of this wheelchair! ... I am a Nurse Practitioner, and have been disabled for 9 years but, I continue to help others without healhcare by doing home medical visits and telephone consults. This was such a nice way to celebrate my 25 years with a wonderful Husband and be 'special' even if it was for just 16 bars of music - it felt longer... Clay, I can't thank you enough, I was all snuggled togethered my Husband, as you sang and you picking me up, not being afraid of my disability was such a boost to our night! ... God has blessed you tremdously and I pray that the kids/society will listen to your songs as you sing and see the meaning behind the teriffic man God has chosen you to be! ... In His healing hands, Denise H., Costa Mesa, CA... P.S. Clay, we missed hearing the trumpet solo during "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" - my Husband is a professonal trumpet player, he'd love to talk/email you. We met 28 years when we played in a traveling group, I play the cello - another incredible story for another time! ... by i DANCED with Clay ! at RCA Board

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Sewell, NJ
The little sneak started WAYD.... on the left, but sauntered down the stage, killing the front row. THEN he went down the right-side steps to stop to kill a woman in the actual third row. I mean, he KNELT, he TOOK HER HAND, he LOOKED INTO HER EYES and SANG TO, nay, PLEADED WITH HER, and then, CLAY KISSED HER HAND!! In case any fans were still breathing, he REPEATED THIS with a woman 2 rows back! by WinkyDink at The CH Board

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Providence, RI
Clay walked down the far outside aisle- first sang to and danced with a very pretty lady who could really dance- they chatted quite a bit- very cute. It turns out she was mentioning a teenager who was seated in the row behind her- Clay then took the younger girl's hand and sang to the girl- looked in her teens. Her mom (?) was touching the girls hair and face. Clay kissed her hand and then moved on to sing to an older lady - looked to be in her 80's about 4 seats from me. He didn't take his eyes off her the entire time- she looked tickled pink. She must have thudded because she did not come back to her seat after intermission... by PlatinumClay

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? New York, NY
The next thing I knew Clay was leaning over me...my head snapped back and when I realized he was singing to me I immediately dropped my head into my hands, shaking it back and forth and saying, "Oh my God!" ... Then I collected myself and willed myself to look at his beautiful face which was just inches from mine as he was now on his knees beside me... The first thing I noticed was those beautiful long eyelashes on his lid lowered eyes. I looked deeply into his gorgeous green eyes which were riveted on mine. GGGAAAAHHHHH!!! ... He really does make you feel as if he is only focusing on you (forget those couple thousand other people...it's just you and I, baby!) ... His face was so animated and sexy (some ultra lucky female is gonna wake up to that every morning!!!!). This deliciousness seemed to go on forever and yet it seemed to be so fleeting...know what I mean? ... As he was finishing the last line of the song he slowly stood up and ever so slowly bent over to kiss me... OH MY WORD!!! Such soft lips and...ladies...I got STUBBLE!!!! Softly prickly, yet soft stubble on my cheek! AAAHHH!!!! I was toast. He slipped through the door and I collapsed my face into my hands... I tried to compose myself but found myself crying as Clay finished up the first half... by Shycon (occupation: Teacher)

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Wallingford, CT
Yes the lady did grab his cheeks at the end of the song - it was perfect. She seemed so embarrassed while he was singing to her, covering her face, etc., and he was hamming it up, then she got brave and kind of called his bluff by reaching out to his face. Jerome and another body guard were right there!! ...by cookiedog8

I was the third lady that he sang to. He seemed a bit unnerved after the first woman began touching his face... so he began to sing to the lady in front of me... then his gaze was on me, and all I could do was gaze back, and keep my hands folded in my lap. He just smiles at you... with a mixture of amusement at how we react to him and real pleasure in singing to us. When he was about to move on, I took the opportunity to say... right out load... I LOVE YOU! I said it before I thought about it... He smiled and nodded back, and I knew he had heard me. It wasn't until the song was over that I began to shake and cry... by PCLicense

So as he came down the stairs...and inevitably went to squat down and sing not to me, but to a lady only feet from me, I was fairly calm. But I realized at this moment that there was a huge presence right behind me. I turned my eyes only slightly to the side to see that Jerome was directly behind me. I have to say...that man makes Mamarose feel small...not a feeling I am used too. And then Jerome proceeded to squat down...right beside me. I mean our shoulders were practically touching. His eyes never left Clay of course... by mamarose10

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Raleigh, NC 1st Show
The whole place was in a hypnotic state and you could hear a pin drop as well as hear Clay if that makes any sense at all. As he approached his beautiful mother he took her hand and pulled her up next to him and slow danced right there in the aisle. I could feel my eyes get teary eyed as I saw his grace and love shine as he danced with the love of his life. I could have watched that forever. The love between the two radiated to all of us and filled us all with all the warmth and joy of Christmas and what it is all about. Family and friends and Jesus. Clay made that happen and what a gift he has... by Ztilb

Clay started singing WAYDNYE and walked into the audience. First, he kneels down and sings to a "mature" lady for a line, kisses her hand and gets up. Well, his mama was sitting on the right side aisle as you're facing the stage and Clay pulls her up out of her seat and begins slow dancing with her. His long frame holds her close and he lowers the side of his face to her head and lays it there as they dance. The music was the only sound you heard and the breath of the audience. The sweetest moment I've ever witnessed at a concert. Then he lowers her back into her seat and goes right behind her where his Nana is sitting, sings to her and she stands up and hugs him. THEN, two or three rows behind her is a girl of about 17 and he kneels at her seat and holds her hand as he sings the rest of the song. She's really excited, but cool. He kisses her hand, gets up and walks out the back as the music finishes. The audience thunders with applause and sighs of envy! ... by aikenteach1 at clayaikentheidealidol

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Atlanta, GA 1st Show
He killed the first row tonight. He showed. no. mercy. From the 4th row we were just far enough away to be spared a direct hit from the eyes, but close enough to see just the kind of damage he was doing. The man is pure sex and he knows it. The looks he's delivering are lethal. They should probably be illegal, but I hope to God no one does anything about them... by GooodBabyBrush at The CH Board

He absolutely knows what he is doing, no doubt about it any more, ladies. He started stage left (right if you’re looking at the stage), walking along the extreme downstage edge of the stage, smiling and seductively looking down at every woman along that front row as he serenaded them like a lover. Stroll and sing, glance, and with it, dance among our fluttering hearts, leaving them quaking in your wake. Don’t play shy with us, Mr. Aiken, we know what you’re up to, Aiken-breakin’ hearts, we beg for no mercy and ask for even more. As he made his way down the steps and up the aisle, he danced with one lucky lady, to the accompaniment of the requisite screams and thudding, and sang sweetly to two little girls, which elicited additional sweet murmurs of ooooh’s and aaaaah’s, before leaving, flanked by Nick and Jerome, through a side exit... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Chicago, Illinois
It seems he goes on forever singing the song on the stage, and I wonder if he’ll ever come down into the audience... Jerome is crouched down in the aisle scooting backward up toward me. I look up and Clay is coming down the stairs. He saunters up the aisle, clearly teasing, then drops down on his knees to a little girl a few aisles up and across from me—she’s about 9 years old—and he sings to her. From the back she looks like she is frozen with fear. He kisses her hand and then stands up and looks over to our side. By now Jerome is right beside me. Even now, it never actually occurs to me that I have a chance. When he approaches the woman in front of me, I am 100% thrilled to be able to watch him sing to her—to see him that up close. I am just glowing with happiness. He looks up, having given her his undivided attention, he pauses briefly, and then he smiles and puts out his hand to me. I can tell that he knows how happy I am. I am confused for a minute about whether I should stand to dance, but he doesn’t give any indication that I should. I look up into his face and I see my own happiness reflected back... His hand is so warm and he keeps squeezing my hand... I savored every moment of it. He sang so tenderly, and I felt very special... by clayphotogal at The CH Board

He knelt down in front of a little girl and sang to her, softening his voice like he’s wont to do when he speaks to children... by Creole on RHT Board

He didn't dance with anyone though. When that song was over, the ladies in front of me commented on how that song and performance is almost x rated... by Fnygal at RHT Board

He exited right through the center so we could see him the whole way. He sprinted the last 5 feet or so! Cute cute cute! ...by JaMar at Clayversity Board

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
He danced with the women in row 3 of the pit and then worked his way up the far left hand side of the audience (from stage view) touching hands and then stopped at the wheelchair of a girl with cerebral palsy. I watched her face and it was priceless. The joy when Clay kissed her at the end will stay in my mind for a very long time! ...by mihrtbelongs2clay

After the first verse, the pit looked like the scene in “Bye Bye Birdie” after Conrad Birdie sings “Honestly Sincere” – just a sea of unconscious, swoony bodies! Then he came down the stairs and slowdanced with the woman in the pit, and continued on... He held hands with, and sang to, a young (14-ish) girl at the end of my row, and she started to get up to dance with him, but he very gently made his farewells and moved to the row behind her, where a young woman with severe cerebral palsy sat in her computerized wheelchair... She was visibly beside herself with joy as he approached her, and then as he slowly took her hand and knelt down and sang to her – then he kissed her on the cheek and was swept away by Jerome. She was thrilled, just beaming, and everyone in our section was sobbing – including my husband, who cried like a little girl chopping onions... This was, for me, the defining moment of the concert, and the defining moment of the holiday season – I expect that nothing else will even come close. It was almost unbearably beautiful, and Clay, while singing, was positively incandescent... by Oldmoviegal at The CH Board

He came down the stairs right beside my daughter, Clay sang to her right before starting down the stairs and then to a woman in the second row. But, he reached out his hand to a woman in the 3rd row pit to dance. He had this really cute grin on his face and danced beautifully (don't know why he says he can't dance!). Remember the lady in Syracuse during the summer tour who danced over to him on stage and he backed away (like he was afraid) -- said her name was Spike? Well, it was her he danced with again last night... Spike kissed him very sweetly on the cheek and he kissed her cheek back. She was overcome when he moved away and it took her several minutes to recover. Then he moved up the side aisle and sang to a young woman in a wheelchair who also got a kiss on the cheek when he was finished. The look of joy on her face was priceless... by ljparismama

I was in the fourth row orchestra and before the concert went up to congratulate some friends on their pit seats... I jokingly hugged Spike and said, "Now no dancing with Clay again tonight!" SHEESH!!!!! She is a Clay magnet. But she looked radiant as Clay spun her around and she kissed him on the cheek. He really has a genuine respect and affection for her. He even held on tightly to her hand later on during the proposal which took place right beside me! ...by Shycon

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Detroit, Michigan
He sure knows how to work the crowd. I especially liked the What Are You Doing New Year's treatment, when he slowly walks across the stage and hones in on the first row, person by person. And then when he came down the aisle, ever so slowly, and finally stopped to sing on one knee to a lucky lady... the audience roared... by gloriousrose

One of my favorite memories frozen in my mind as this hysterical moment in time was when he came down into the audience and kneeled down in front of the LUCKIEST WOMAN EVER and sang, then leaned in for a kiss... (*takes a moment*) and the audience (women, anyway) collectively rose about 2/3 up from their chairs to see... by Ava at The CH Board

This killed me for real. I watched him work the front row and methodically kill the entire the entire pit. He was amazing. Talk about connecting with the audience. Wow... by didi46 at The CH Board

Clay is singing and slowly walking up the aisle. Nick crouches down behind Clay as Clay is slowly walking up the aisle... Clay then stops right next to my seat!!!!! Clay is still singing and he is looking at the audience in front of him. The next thing I know Clay turns his head slowly and gives me a half grin. Clay's eyes are twinkling... Clay then goes down on one knee and he is singing to me!!! Clay gets to the part that says "out of all the invitations you receive" I wag my finger and shake my head to Clay as if to say "I do not care about those other invitations only yours"... Clay then takes my hand in his and continues to sing to me. He then kisses my right hand and gets up and slowly moves down the aisle... Once Clay is finished singing to the much younger lady 2 rows behind me it's intermission time... I then start to breathe again. LOL... by ebonylady (Ethel)

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Pasadena, California
I was sitting right in front of those stairs he came down, so my heart was pounding and my lip was trembling when he started to descend... was *kinda* relieved when he went to the right instead of the left because I was just to the left... by BeStillMyAikenHeart at That's The Clay

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? Phoenix, Arizona
During WAYDNYE Clay was lethal with his looks. He had mercy for no one. As he was walking down the stairs, he stopped midway, looking around. No one knew where he was heading. He ended up going to the right side and singing to two lovely ladies... by Claymate15

He didn’t eye debacle the entire front row. Instead, he started on the left side of the stage, targeted one woman and walked toward her, and stopped and sang directly to her for a bit, then targeted another woman and walked toward her, and so on. Slooooooooooowly, across the length of the stage. Then he walked to the stairs on the far right side of the stage, targeted a blonde woman in about the 5th row, and moved, slooooooooowly, one step at a time, down the stairs and, finally toward her, Jerome close by and watchful. There was a spotlight on her as he sang to her. He kissed her hand, and she was so overcome that she kissed his! ...by maggieo at The CH Board

He walked along the front of the stage eyeing those ladies, then stepped down into the aisle and sang to one, kissed her hand, and sang to another and kissed her cheek! Now, I’ve said I think of Clay as “a son,” but he is definitely a “sexy dude!!” by Prissy at Claymaniacs Board

ACT I What Are You Doing New Years Eve? El Cajon, CA
Clay started his usual routine of singing to the folks in the front row, eyeboinking them to bits till they slithered under their seats, then walked slowly towards the right, back towards the center, a little to the left again (teasingly all the way) and back towards the center... I turn around to glance at the door and Jerome is BACK. That's when Clay starts walking to the left and down the ramp towards me... He walks right up to me and gently takes my hand. I look up at him and see massive stubble... I can feel his breath on my face and I feel faint. He is intently staring into my eyes with those piercing green eyes of his as he is singing to me and tightly holding my hand. Again I feel faint, then start shaking. All the while I have this gritting grin on my face. My jaw was tight with the nervousness. I squeeze his hand lightly and he squeezes back. I feel faint again. He finishes the sequence of the song and leans in to kiss my hand gently as he lifts it to his lips. I freak inside... His lips are sooooo soft.........and the stubble brushing against my hand.........I.AM.DEAD. He lets go of my hand and I whisper "thank you" nearly in tears... He then moved to my right and gently took Kat's hand and sang to her the last few bars of the song. He lets go of Kat's hand and I whisper "thank you" again for both of us... by GreenEyedRobin

I was the girl in the wheelchair next to her... Even though I'm slightly jealous that Robin got most of the song... I'm glad for the fact that, I could sit there watching him that close...mere INCHES!.. and just wached that mouth move as he sang.. and when he sloooooowly bent down to kiss her hand... I really wanted to go SMACK her... But, Really, I died even then, watching him with her... I couldn't be left out of touching Clay so, when he came to me, I just put my hand up for him and he took it and sang the rest of the song to me...by Tigercub72

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ACT I Sending You A Little Christmas Raleigh, N Carolina 1st Show
Jacob's song is REALLY GOOD! I get the feeling I've heard it cuz it sounded familiar, but I'm just not sure. He is one talented dude... by ncsupack88

Jacob did a great job, singing & playing the piano - I loved it, Jacob! ...by NCMama

ACT I Sending You A Little Christmas Clearwater, Florida
Hubby and I thought Jacob was really great. That guy is very talented... he played great piano and the song he sang reminded me of Stevie Wonder... by gypsyrose99

ACT I Sending You A Little Christmas Atlanta, GA 1st Show
Jacob took the stage by playing the grand piano and singing a wonderful and powerful song about being with a special someone at Christmas. He has a totally different singing style than Clay but one cannot doubt his talent and power... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT I Sending You A Little Christmas Phoenix, Arizona
I really enjoyed Jacob's performance last night! That was one of the highlights of the night for me... by jmsjmsjms

Jacob amazed me with his piano playing and singing... by iwannaplaywithclay

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ACT I Merry Christmas With Love San Jose, California
I previously didn't care much for MCWL. Clay's presentation made me cry... by GrammasForClay at The CH Board

ACT I Merry Christmas With Love Atlanta, GA 1st Show
Sung so beautifully, filled with emotion and empathy, wrapping the words around the music and the music around the words as he would carefully wrap a sleeping child in the soft blanket of his arms... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT I Merry Christmas With Love Chicago, Illinois
MCWL was not my favorite song on the CD, but it brought me to tears last night. That was a very strange reaction. It just moved me deeply... by Stingray53

ACT I Merry Christmas With Love Detroit, Michigan
I loved when he sang- "Merry Christmas With Love". When he sang the part- "... and just as a tear made it's way to the floor..." a tear rolled down my cheek and made its way to the floor! ...by Michiclaynian026 at RCA Board

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ACT II O Holy Night Costa Mesa, California
OMG HELP ME! When we thought he had finished the song - we all stood up (for the first time all night) and then he hit us with some OTHER NEW INCREDIBLE power/glory note that just TOOK MY BREATH away. WOW! WOW! WOW! ...by clayjoy

ACT II O Holy Night Salt Lake City, Utah
I had chills. He put his heart and soul into that number and you could feel it. He was singing his praises to God; we just happened to be in the same room... by CAsAngel

ACT II O Holy Night Sewell, New Jersey
I will say the stage lighting effects were very nice - red, green, blue with white twinkling lights peering through the white sheers creating a subtle simulation of the night sky. Clay's voice was crystal clear and in perfect pitch. He received a standing ovation... by maryann777 at RHT Board

O Holy Night was a total treat, despite the awkwardness of the Bible reading being drowned out by the orchestra. I can't find words to describe Clay's voice, this was the finest I've ever heard him... by raa66 at The CH Board

The second set begins... the long coat accentuating the tall slender form of our handsome young tenor! He is backed by the high school choir now dressed in long red cassocks... He sang with all of his heart and all of his soul, passionately, lovingly... sweetly. Clay was irrevocably lost to us, he was now in another time and place and we ceased to exist! ... Sung in a voice so crystal clear, so strong and divinely resonant. Clay sang with all the love and reverence of prayer. I just never was prepared for the strength and the passion of this extraordinary voice rebounding off of the walls and ceiling and when he rapturously sang out "Fall on your knees"........I wanted to....I felt like I should be kneeling on the floor with my hands glued together and my head bowed... he quite simply exploded his glory notes and for those several minutes transformed into an Angelic Messenger! by Corie Haber on clayaikentheidealidol.com

ACT II O Holy Night Providence, Rhode Island
Brought my father to tears... by neomystyk29

ACT II O Holy Night New York, NY
I was not prepared for the sheer beauty of Clay singing OHN. There really aren't words to describe it, and it's one of those songs that has to be experienced live to get the full impact. It was just beautiful... by hopelesslytakenbyclay

I literally was moved to tears…this was the moment I had to fight to keep from bawling like a baby in front of my 8 year old. It was a strange combination of spiritual awakening and at the same time feeling like I need to fall on my knees before him and be his. Handbasket here I come... by dancermom2 at clayversity

ACT II O Holy Night Raleigh, N Carolina - 2nd Show
Awe inspiring. I absolutely love the arrangement he is doing. The extra verses on the end over the Bach Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring was a stroke of genius. The high note was perfect and sent chills... by starrynight4clay

ACT II O Holy Night Atlanta, Georgia 1st Show
And then he simply stood before a mic-stand, with his hands held gently together around it, opened his mouth and sang: effortlessly, exquisitely, forcefully, and flawlessly. There was not a sound from the audience as we listened to him... Secure and strong in his lower register and impeccable in his lyric tenor range, he was a wonder... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT II O Holy Night Chicago, Illinois
This was the most outstanding performance of O Holy Night that I've ever heard from anyone... by ClaysMyMidlifeCrises

ACT II O Holy Night Cleveland, Ohio
It was an amazing day and night and I will never forget it, especially when he sang "O Holy Night". That song alone was worth the price of the ticket... by Lisabell at RCA Board

ACT II O Holy Night El Cajon, California
Oh Holy Night was worth my $67 ticket right there! I just kept saying to DH that I wanted to rewind! I had never heard/seen the clack for JNT, so the ending that was so different from the CD just blew me away... by joally

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ACT II The Christmas Story readings by Children Costa Mesa, CA
At one point, distributed between songs, Clay had several of the elementary kids come out and read various portions of the Christmas story. He was like a proud Dad! All his attention was on those kids and once they finished their part he would smile from ear to ear and you could tell he was sooo proud of them! Weaving the Christmas story between songs was beautiful and truly reflected the whole reason why Clay does what he does! You could tell it was an important part of the night for him! by CarissaJoy at RCA Board

ACT II The Christmas Story readings by Children Atlanta, GA 2nd Show
The Atlanta children who sang in the choirs were delightful and the readers were excellent. You could tell most of the readers had their parts memorized and were animated and confident. Good for them and whoever selected them to perform... by Chrysador at The CH Board

I thought these kids (especially the elementary school choir) were wonderful. They were expressive and happy and sang sweetly. I fell for it hook, line, and sinker. As a Speech teacher, I was very impressed with the readers... by abbyharp at The CH Board

ACT II The Christmas Story readings by Children Detroit, MI
The little girls who read the Scriptures were adorable and very good! ...by crownofjoy

ACT II The Christmas Story readings by Children Pasadena, CA
They turned the spotlight off of him when the kids were reading. It was lovely in CM to see his face enjoying and encouraging those children and I missed that here. It was dramatic and effective, but I wish they wouldn’t have... by treyclay

ACT II The Christmas Story readings by Children Phoenix, AZ
During the readings by the kids, he stepped back from the mic and faced the right side of the stage, putting the focus on them... by maggieo at The CH Board

When the children came out to read from the Bible, I didn't know where to look. Should I pay attention to the adorable children or Clay? What if Clay does something really cute? I ended up mainly looking at Clay. I am glad I did too, because when one adorable little girl was reading, Clay had the biggest smile on his face. He looked so proud and the look melted me... by Claymate15

ACT II The Christmas Story readings by Children El Cajon, CA
The children’s choir was absolutely great. Two twin boys stood center front. There were also two sisters. They knew their music. The readers had practiced a lot and tried to interpret what they were reading. Even though Clay was in the dark while they were reading I could see his reaction to the children. He had a great big smile on his face and nodded at each point in the reading where the child was giving emphasis. One little boy made him laugh as a parent would in pride. Clay was smiling broadly as he turned back to sing. It was really sweet to see... by ncgurrl at The CH Board

I think the cutest thing he did all night was while the children were reading. The lights weren't on him, but you could see the outline of his face perfectly. He was smiling and laughing and nodding at them, absolutely adorable! ... by shaken deb

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ACT II Silent Night Sewell, New Jersey
The choir sounds beautiful like the whispers of angels... by maryann777 at RHT Board

ACT II Silent Night Providence, Rhode Island
Then when he sang Silent Night (my favorite christmas song) I started bawling. I was crying so hard (this probably sounds stupid) then I cried through most of the second half, well probably the whole second half... by Mando1

ACT II Silent Night Clearwater, Florida
Silent Night was like the best kind of prayer... by Penny at The CH Board

ACT II Silent Night Cleveland, Ohio
Tears came to my eyes when I watched him sing "Silent Night" - and star-like lights filled the background of the choir. It was such a beautiful sight, sound, and surroundings in general... by fanfromohio

ACT II Silent Night Pasadena, California
It's like I can't breathe - his voice is so supple, jazzy one minute, low and sexy the next and then he hits you with a glory note. When he sang Silent Night I had tears in my eyes. It's like he reaches into my soul... by claybuttons

His delivery of the most traditional carol of all--“Silent Night” was the sweetest rendition one could ever hope to hear... by Dianne Austin at ElitesTV.com

ACT II Silent Night Phoenix, Arizona
When I first heard his album, “Silent Night” was the song that brought tears to my eyes, and it did so again at this performance! by Prissy at Claymaniacs Board

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ACT II Hark The Herald Angels Sing/O Come, All Ye Faithful Atlanta, GA 2nd Show Another one where the sound that comes from him is so strong and powerful... by mad4Clay

ACT I Hark The Herald Angels Sing/O Come, All Ye Faithful Chicago, IL
This was my first time, they say there is something special about the first time and for once they were right. To say this man is beautiful is an extreme understatement. In fact, I would venture to say that to my misty eyes he was not of this world. I have never believed in angels per se, but I swear when he sang “Hark the Herald Angels Sing” I could hear the faint flutter of delicate wings and see a golden light surrounding the stage. Maybe it was just the seraphim sneaking in to try to take him back from us. I would fight them if they tried... by ananka1

ACT II Hark The Herald Angels Sing/O Come, All Ye Faithful Detroit, MI
I am totally in love with HTHAS/OCAYF. Sublime... by JamTrac at The CH Board

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ACT II The First Noel New York, NY
I thought back to GMA in October 2003 when I first heard The First Noel. I thought about seeing him sing that the week of the MOAM release, the week Clay first became a bona fide pop star... And now, to see Clay sing, again, in worship, that special song again, sort of brought it all full circle for me. I wasn't really crying.....tears were just running down my face, and I was wiping them... by MarLovesClay

ACT II The First Noel Atlanta, GA 1st Show
I can tell that Clay wanted the focus to be on Christmas and all that it means....and he did an excellent job of conveying the message of Christ's birth. He never looks at the audience ....but looks up the entire song... by AikenInTexas

ACT II The First Noel Chicago, Illinois
During TFN I had the binoculars on him it looked like he was tearing up... by JaMar at Claversity Board

ACT II The First Noel Pasadena, California
The way he articulates "...of one accord..." in TFN will always stay with me... by Pink Armchair at The CH Board

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ACT II Mary Did You Know New York, NY
For MDYK he sat down with Quiana, Jacob and Angela on stage right. With the way that MSG stage is…I am talking majorly wide, wider than many stages, all maybe 3/4s of the audience saw was Clay’s back. If he is going to sit down like that to sing…it needs to be brought out to the middle of the stage or at least straighten out the stools so that it doesn’t curve and he faces outward instead of toward the wings of the stage. Small nit pick! ...by dancermom2 at clayversity

ACT II Mary Did You Know Clearwater, Florida
MDYK was so intense. Sooooo intense. During the phrase leading up to the "praises of the laaaaaaaamb" glory note, he was, like, clutching at his jacket where it hung near his thigh, like he was holding on for dear life... by Penny at The CH Board

ACT II Mary Did You Know Melbourne, Florida
Because of my seat being so far away, I think, I didn't get the full emotional and spiritual impact I had been hoping for. However... I did feel it during the bridge in MDYK. It's easy to tell that this is his favorite. He was so into it, his left hand was shaking, and I got choked up... by VickieED at the RCA Board

ACT II Mary Did You Know Atlanta, Georgia 1st Show
I think his eyes were closed through the entire song. There was a moment in MDYK (this child that you delivered would soon deliver you) when he balled his fists tight and they trembled with emotion as he sang. It was almost too intimate to watch. I have to give Jacob credit for some amazing harmonies on this song. And "Praises of the Lamb" was another of those notes that vibrated its way throughout my body... by Goood Baby Brush at The CH Board

Sitting on a stool, shoulders bent forward over his hand-held microphone, head bowed, left hand held up to his temple, he caressed the first word, ‘Mary,’ with infinite finesse to begin the song. As he continued it, his head rose ever higher, eyes remaining closed, hand slowly folding to his thigh, until he gloriously sang …’the dumb will sing the praises of the Lamb.’ I was not the only one who groaned aloud at the sheer magnificence of the sound or surreptitiously wiped a tear from my eye because of it; and perhaps I was not the only one who was also stunned by the beauty of his upturned face. Head slowly bowing down again, he once again whispered the word, ‘Mary’ to sing the final verse, ending in quiet certitude that the baby born of Mary is …..’The Great I Am,’ in a voice as melodically tender as a parent singing a child to sleep. Undeniably breathtaking in every way... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT II Mary Did You Know Atlanta, Georgia 2nd Show
MDYK was especially powerful. During the high note of the song he started beating on his leg. It was so emotional. I teared up and people around me were crying. I saw one lady put her hand up to her mouth... by ChocolateMalt

ACT II Mary Did You Know Cleveland, Ohio
And "Mary Did You Know" felt like it was squeezing my heart to get every little bit of the love out for Clay. And the love did come out - in tears... by fanfromohio

The Note in MDYK. It was just perfect and clear and well, powerful in a song that was otherwise quiet and gentle. The contrast was startling and very effective... by Betty897X at The CH Board

ACT II Mary Did You Know Chicago, Illinois
As he sang MDYK and GN, I could imagine standing at the edge of Bethlehem, witness to a fabled miracle... by In2Clay at The CH Board

ACT II Mary Did You Know Detroit, Michigan
My mom wiped away tears during and after MDYK... by musicmama at The CH Board

Clay Was Awesome. He played my favorite "Mary Did You know" The Music, Everything was so nice, Relaxing, My Daughter, Wife and I were very happy we went. Standing ovation from us... by MiClayDawg1

ACT II Mary Did You Know Pasadena, California
MDYK is also one of my favorites and I love his emotion during that -- the way he scrunches up his face on some of the notes... by LJlovesClay

But he truly shone, I believe, in ‘Mary Did You Know?’ His face, his hands! His eyes and lips! as he caressed each syllable. His heart simply poured into each note and filled us. As I watched him through my binoculars during this song and traced the passion in his occasional furrowed brow or gritted teeth, I knew I was going to cry. I could feel it building even as Clay’s own feeling was growing in intensity. I waited for the fist on the thigh at the words “The lame will leap.” It was there. And then when he hit and held the note on the word “Lamb”; the sound and sight of him was too much, and the tears flowed down around the binoculars pressed into my face... by outthereforclay at Claymaniacs Board

ACT II Mary Did You Know Phoenix, Arizona
This was just so beautifully sung and performed. Clay sat on his stool by the piano, facing left. He had his eyes closed for most of the performance, and held the mic in his right hand, with the fingertips of his left hand touching it gently. He reached out gently with his left hand during “would calm the storm with his hand”, reminding me of how he reached out during “is only a touch away” during the TITN performance on AI. There was no thigh pounding during the bridge. Instead, he put his hand over his heart, reached out a little, then slid his hand down sharply, to rest on his stomach. He opened his eyes only for the first half of the last verse: “Mary did you know . . . that your baby boy . . . is lord of all creation. Mary did you know . . . that your baby boy . . . would one day rule the nations” and then closed his eyes again for the remainder of the song. GAH! ...by maggieo at The CH Board

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ACT II Jesus Born On This Day Sewell, New Jersey
Then Quiana came out singing... She was backed by the choir later in the song. Her voice has such power and range - very impressive. She received a standing ovation... by maryann777 at RHT Board

And Quiana was amazing, she blew the roof off the venue in Sewell, it was really powerful! ...by Claynadian4eva

The big surprise of the night was Quiana. She brought the house down. I always thought she had a great voice but this performance in full gospel mode really highlighted her talents. The audience reacted very positively... by raa66 at The CH Board

ACT II Jesus Born On This Day Baltimore, MD
I very much liked Jesus, Born on This Day, but then I’ve always been quite a fan of Angela’s voice – and I think this song worked particularly well with the youth and teen choirs... by newland21 at The CH Board

ACT II Jesus Born On This Day New York, NY
Angela blew us away... by hopelesslytakenbyclay

ACT II Jesus Born On This Day Raleigh, NC 2nd Show
Angela did a wonderful job on her solo with the choirs. She was the only one to bring tears to my eyes besides Clay... by starrynight4clay

ACT II Jesus Born On This Day Melbourne, FL
Angela kept her resolution from the evening before, and hit the high note just beautifully! I could not help grinning when I heard that... by newland21 at The CH Board

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ACT I My Grown Up Christmas List Costa Mesa, CA
Quiana sang a rousing version of “My Grown Up Christmas List.” She had some serious pipes wailing last night. She had a new hair-do that was very becoming and she looked gorgeous... by liney23 at Claymaniacs Board

ACT II My Grown Up Christmas List Raleigh, NC 1st Show
Quiana's Grown up Christmas List brought tears to my eyes... by BrightStar9

ACT II My Grown Up Christmas List Atlanta, Georgia 2nd Show
Quiana really did an absolutely amazing job on GUCL. She has fantastic control. It was gorgeous. by mad4Clay

Quiana is my girl. After hearing her sing Saturday, I can't believe this is the same person I saw perform in Charleston when she was a teenager. My daughter remembers it so well, I said then that this young girl has what it takes, the voice, the stage presence, and inner and outer beauty... by Chrysador at The CH Board

ACT II My Grown Up Christmas List Chicago, Illinois
Quiana blew me away with MGUCL. This is the best I have heard her sing and she had on a beautiful black outfit with flowing top trimmed in silver. AI sure missed the boat with her. Glorious performance and very well received... by Starrgirl01

Quiana gave a very strong performance on My Grown Up Christmas List. She sang with great power and feeling. Her performance was a high point for my DH... by Stingray53

Quiana singing My Grownup Christmas List was phenomenal. Just outstanding. Many people stood up and cheered for her, and she deserved it. It was one of the highlights of the show for me... by Creole at Clayversity Board

ACT II My Grown Up Christmas List Detroit, Michigan
Another breathtaking performance was Quiana doing My Grown Up Christmas List. Wow... by Nalegra144

ACT II My Grown Up Christmas List Phoenix, AZ
I got chills. Three times... by maggieo at The CH Board

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ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas Costa Mesa, CA
The song with just him and the piano was equally stunning - he is just so sexy, enticing, professional - just classy and beautiful... by clayjoy

My favorite of the second half (and possibly of the whole show) was I’ll Be Home for Christmas. Clay and a piano. What else is there to say? S’Von had quite a bit of fun with his noodling (which was the source of the laughter). It was just so tender and so jazzy-sexy... by IceDancer at The CH Board

ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas Sewell, NJ
IBHFC was almost like a cabaret piece – with the gauzy drapes, Clay singing tenderly while sitting on the stool by the piano, S’Vonn playing the piano, and the orchestra reading lights being the main source of illumination, like little lanterns... by purple_stapler at The CH Board

ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas New York, NY
The combination of Clay singing and S'Von playing the piano is lethal, and IBHFC was wonderful and heart-felt... by hopelesslytakenbyclay

ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas Wallingford, Connecticut
After prefacing the song with a personal note that he would be leaving for Raleigh immediately after our show ended, he pulled a stool into the curve of the grand piano and he and S’Von proceeded to make my heart ache for anyone who is separated from loved ones at this time of year with their beautiful collaboration on this song. Clay again sat facing stage right with the microphone in his right hand and his left hand near the side of his face, emoting with that one hand throughout the entire song. He and S’Von had some sort of chemistry going on here, with Clay changing up the melody and S’Von following Clay’s lead, with bluesy, improvisational piano riffs that stopped me dead... by ClayIzzaQT

IBHFC was like warm maple syrup poured over cinnamon pancakes... by Corabeth at The CH Board

ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas Raleigh, NC - 2nd Show
Then he looked at his Grandma and said "I can't promise that I'll be playing the piano this year... but I can promise that I'll be home for Christmas" and then he started singing the song... and I'm telling y'all... that song hit me hard. As a hometown fan... songs like that hit hard... by WRAL Hipshake Gurl at That's The CLAY

Granny and Grandpa Aiken were sitting in the first row center. Clay dedicated the song to Granny and promised her he would be home for Christmas... He started the song on the stool by the piano, but very shortly he walked over to the front of the stage and sat down right in front of Granny, his legs dangling over the edge of the stage - not 2 feet from her - and sang the rest of the song right to her. Then he pulled her gently from her chair and gave her a long long hug. She was hanging on to him and didn't want to let go and he didn't either. A real tear jerker. Then he leaned over and gave Grandpa Aiken a hug and a kiss on the cheek... by sashntash

It looked like his grandfather reached out for Clay at one point during the song; I didn’t know how he could go on singing. I could barely breathe, but he sang on. His face was glowing. It was very, very touching... by Pamela J at The CH Board

ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas Atlanta, GA 1st Show
He again sat on a stool near the piano, with the very talented S’von at the keyboard... The first two thirds of the song was simply Clay singing, assured and strong, but with a gentle longing in his phrasing that made me think of soldiers in the field, and people away from home for the holidays, just as the song implies. The last few phrases involved quite a bit of interplay between piano and voice, with a beautiful balance struck between the two, neither given heavier weight than the other, creating a lovely duet between them... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas Chicago, IL
Yes, he brought out in me so many emotions and feelings, some I thought had long ago died. I cried through IBHFC, remembering my mother and how she longed to have me with her on these holidays while I traveled the world... by ananka1

He was gorgeous, like a painting. His voice was at home there, in the lush, richly decorated setting. In all my years of Christmasing, this one will surely remain in my memory as one when I felt the joy of the season. Listening to IBHFC, HYAMLC, and WAYDNYE is like sipping hot buttered rum... by In2Clay at The CH Board

Hi Marc (Border's book signing Event Planner)...I am the person who sat behind you at the concert in Chicago. I have to say you gave me a major "awwwww' moment during "I'll Be Home For Christmas" when you laid your head on your Mom's shoulder... by nswenson

ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas Detroit, Michigan
During IBHFC, on the line "if only in my dreams" the first few times, he channeled Elvis (at least to me)... by luckiest1 on CH Board

Andy's guitar must not have been coming through, so Clay quickly removed the earpiece, and sang beautifully, more or less a cappella for the first verse. Really great understated version... by didi46 at The CH Board

ACT II I'll Be Home For Christmas Phoenix, AZ
And S’Von’s piano accompaniment was totally charming. At one point in the middle, he did a little riff, and then plunked a single, clear note. Clay looked surprised, and smiled at him and paused, prompting the audience to laugh. At the end, S’Von embellished his “Christmastime is Here” piece with a bunch of jazzy riffs. Simply wonderful. Clay commented at the end, wondering what S’Von was doing saving that for the second last show... by maggieo at The CH Board

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ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Costa Mesa, CA
He REALLY got into the R&B/Soul feel to it and since he had taken off the frock coat and was singing in tucked-in-shirt into well-fitting pants... by liney23 at Claymaniacs Board

My favorite song... I think everyone literally held their breath for the double glory note of that song.......to see if Clay would try it. He got help from the backup singers, but he hit a home run with it. When that man rocks, the whole place shakes... by calsparky (male reviewer)

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day San Jose, CA
Sat. night I was awake all night hearing that wonderful long held note in his song "Don't Save It All For Christmas Day". It will stay with me forever. Nice Work CLAY!! From a 65 year young die hard fan. I love you... by Elzera at RCA Board

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Salt Lake City, Utah
I remember again, just sitting there, transfixed. His passion and energy radiated all around him. His glory note was superb. The orchestra cut out at that particular moment, and all you could hear was the ringing quality of THAT VOICE. He hit another glory note though on "find". I swear if he had been singing any higher, the glass chandeliers would have come crashing down... by CAsAngel

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Sewell, New Jersey
I think we may have witnessed the birth of a new 'move'- the 'hugiswarmerwhenyoureinit' move! During that line in DSIAFCD, he did a little move with his arms and shoulders, kind of like how he raised his arms for the driving move, but with his hands he did a kind of finger twinkling (like playing piano keys?). He had that look that said, Ah know mah wimmen like it when ah do that!!! ...by HotMomOf5 at The CH Board

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day New York, NY
Then the moment we had all been waiting for came - DSIAFCD. There were cheers and a few screams as Clay sang, "Oh baby, that's a fact." Then Angela started the famous glory note and Clay took over, and the whole theater resounded with that one powerful, exquisite note. The standing ovation began right then and there and lasted until he came back out for the encore. The audience roared and kept clapping as he wished us all a Merry Christmas... by hopelesslytakenbyclay

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Wallingford, Connecticut
Clay has made a small change in the delivery which makes that note the showcase moment of the second half and delivers a powerful rush of audience adrenalin. Throughout the evening the stage lighting was predominantly lavender, pinks and blues. Until just a few measures before the glory note, he strolled the stage bathed in these cool color hues. Then gradually he moved to center stage while the backup singers filed in on both sides. Then at the precise instant he began the glory note, he turned to face stage left in full profile and nailed that note while punctuating it with the deepest knee bend your little heart can stand. Simultaneously, a red hot spotlight sprang to life, dead center on Clay (the only one in the entire show). The backup singers remained awash in cool blues and lavenders. This is a Christmas gift from Clay to us, his fans. He knows what we like and he gives it freely. Merry Christmas with Love, signed Clay Aiken. Watch for it. You’ll be glad you did... by ClayIzzaQT

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Clearwater, Florida
His voice was much deeper tonight than usual, but absolutely beautiful. The glory note during DSIAFCD is better than Solitaire, if that is possible. He received a lot of standing ovations during the last half... by kjforclay

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Melbourne, Florida
Clay was all kinds of dancy... and the crowd gave the requisite standing ovation.... by newland21 at The CH Board

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Atlanta, GA 1st Show
He totally growled "oh baby, that's a fact" and I swear he smirked as the entire female contingent of the audience (and a good portion of the men) groaned out loud and swooned over dead. When he hits THE NOTE near the end, the audience just erupted into screams and applause, morphing into a spontaneous standing O. One v. cool thing - the first person I saw leap to his feet, applauding wildly, was a sharply dressed black man in his late 30s/early 40s. So much for demographics... by Goood Baby Brush at The CH Board

He sauntered happily around throughout the first two-thirds of the song, looking refined as a prince in those black pants and shirt, not requiring any royal garments to describe his supremacy of the stage. Then, the flexed knees and unmistakable bend at the waist as he reached for, found, and delightfully belted out that incredible glory note – bringing the entire audience screaming to its feet before he even punched the decisive ‘Yeaaahhh!’ at the end of it. The cheers were jubilant, deafening, an outpouring of love for him, the only way to tell him how much he is adored. The audience remained standing until the end of the song, and once again erupted in cheering and wild applause... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Chicago, Illinois
I was watching through my binoculars when he hit that note and I could see the expressions on the faces of the high school choir members behind him….they were awed and impressed, you could tell... by Creole at Clayversity Board

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Cleveland, Ohio
Had to be my favorite of the night. It was one of those songs that made you just want to run up on stage, and give Clay the biggest hug you could ever give. He seems to proclaim himself and his message through his words and music, "We all must give a little love"... by fanfromohio

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Detroit, Michigan
I have to say, DSIAFCD, was a show stopper. I was completely mesmerized and when he hit that glory note, I just shook my head, and someone said (Oh my God!!), oh wait, I think that was me!! I turned to my mom and she was sitting there with her mouth hanging open. She looked at me and I just nodded. No words needed to be said... by Eleid

My husband shook his head in amazement MANY times.... Said he love love love love loved it. YAAAAAAY!!! ... The glory note in DSIAFCD was amazing. I mean amaaaaaaaaazing. When those lights turned red and he belted out that note and sunk almost all way to the floor in a kneebend... GAAAAAAAAH!!!! ... by musicmama at The CH Board

On the glory note on DSIAFCD – we were sitting so close, I could see Clay give Angela a little look, like, "are you ready for this?" and then he gave that note everything he had, complete with the "yeah" on the end. He did a deep knee bend to end all deep knee bends. It's the one song where you get a glimpse of Rock!Star!Clay! and I love that. The crowd went wild. I died again... The standing ovation lasted for a long time, and was completely deserved... by didi46 at The CH Board

Took my breath away. That glory note filled the entire theater and rang in my ears long after the song was over... by Serendipity313 at The CH Board

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Pasadena, California
On the Glory note, not only did he take a bigger pause before starting it, thereby calling more attention to it, but had a change up in it, like a wail, that was magnificent… very jazzy... by treyclay

I got a little chill and an Elvis vibe on "...oh baby that's a fact..." by Pink Armchair at The CH Board

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day Phoenix, Arizona
The crowd was definetly subdued.. No standing O's until after DSIAFCD. The lighting and the Chorus was spectacular on this number. Clay looked like an ANGEL alight on earth and sounded like it too... by Cageme

ACT II Don’t Save It All For Christmas Day El Cajon, CA
He gave us a real show with DSIAFCD, bending way over, one leg up, holding the glory note so long we had to start cheering before he was done, wow! ...by kcalpar65

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Encore Good News Costa Mesa, California
He would close his eyes, he looked toward heaven and sang this song with such reverence and poignancy, you could NOT HELP but be moved by his voice, character, and manhood. I felt the song was meant to bring the whole CHRISTMAS concert full circle; to bring it back to the glory of his God, the reason for Christmas to be celebrated - I feel HE wanted it to end this way - a tribute to his faith, and not to himself. His facial expressions are truly indescribable during this song. Whether you are a Christian or of any other faith, I think you will enjoy the song - and I think you will again find respect for Clay's willingness to be grateful for his God; just as most of us came to love the performance of You Were There (during the Summer Tour), I believe we will come to understand why this incredibly humble young man chose this song as his finale... by PALPATATINCLAY

Encore Good News San Jose, California
When I saw GN in person in San Jose, it was the first time that I had ever heard the song, and I was blown out of my chair... by hanapepe

Encore Good News Salt Lake City, Utah
He came out and at first you could just see a silhouette. The song just went right through you. He looked so full of joy, and reverence. He was standing practically in front of me and I still get teary-eyed... by woman4life

Encore Good News Sewell, New Jersey
It was like he was completely in another place. It was unbelievable! The only thing I was a little sad about (other than it went too quickly) was how he almost ran off the stage at the end of the song. I wish he would just stay on that stage for a few seconds at the end, and soak up some of the love and appreciation... by siclayfan

Encore Good News Baltimore, MD
GN is a thing of beauty unto itself. To me this song is meant to be a presentation piece. The distinct musical runs, and the theatrical staging of Good News, coupled with Clay’s understated yet emotional presentation gave the song a power and impact that just took my breath away... I can understand how hearing the song without seeing the performance might not have the same impact. But I had not listened to it prior to the concert, and having now seen it, I will always have the visual as a point of reference. Just stunning... by newland21 at The CH Board

I did not care for GN from the very first video. I watched it once and did not watch it again. I figured I wouldn't like it in concert either. WRONG It was beautiful. I loved it. Clay's voice and the choir's voices blended beautifully in Baltimore... by AuntiGrizelda

Encore Good News New York, NY
When he came back out for GN, the audience sat down again and listened intently to his beautiful song. There was a yellow light behind Clay that gave him a heavenly appearance as he sang. After Clay finished singing, the curtain came down, and he left the stage to very appreciative applause from the audience. I felt that Clay ended the show in an appropriate manner which conveyed his message: he is the messenger, and he left us with good news... by hopelesslytakenbyclay

His performance is like a beautiful work of art! Those gentle hands, nothing overdone, beautifully executed, the sincerity of his emotions shown by his facial expressions. It's really inspirational and powerful. I've never been so moved by anything in my life. I saw the live performance at MSG and had tears streaming down my face. I had him fixed in my binoculars the whole time. I could barely speak when it was over... by singerdancer

During Good News Jerome rested his head against the wall, closed his eyes and was really into the moment listening to Clay sing. It was so sweet to see him like that... by Claytogold

Encore Good News Wallingford, Connecticut
Good News. Good News. Clay came to the stage alone while the choir and orchestra remained behind a gauze-like curtain, with back lighting giving them an ethereal quality. We were left with just the man, his music and his song of praise and hope. Good News. Good News. I leave you with…….Good News... by ClayIzzaQT

One cannot understand the feeling of seeing Clay on stage in front of an audience, yet also seeing him in one with his God. During this performance in CT, I lost all control of my emotions and walked out after the performance in tears that blurred my vision. When I met my other friends in the lobby, one of my friends was in the same state as I and all we could do was hug each other and continue to sob uncontrollably... Clay was praying to God in the CT venue that night and I felt God's love flowing down to him and to all of us... by claylilly

Even a Jewish friend of mine, who was with me at the concert, was in awe of Clay's performance. She was speechless and then said she felt as though she was listening to an angel or a prophet... by la bellini

"Good News" moved me to tears, and I don't cry easily... by snarkystripes

Encore Good News Raleigh, N Carolina 2nd Show
This was performance art - the stark vision of Clay in black against the white curtain, his eyes cast upward in respect and praise, the focused lighting on the choir behind the curtain, it all gave the scene an ethereal tone. He didn't stand center stage because this wasn't about him, this was about the focus being on something more exalted than himself... by Pamela J at The CH Board

Encore Good News Clearwater, Florida
When he sang the very last line "I leave you with" (pause) "Good" (pause) "News". The way he sang "with" was very rich in tone. He uses melisma with that word, and I swear I heard a little of Elvis there, but a richer toned Elvis. Obviously others thought so too, because there were swooning sounds that came from a lot of women after he did that! That moment really stuck out to me, because here was the last song, an encore with a religious message, the last line of the song, and all of a sudden he causes audible swooning sounds from the word "with". I hope someone has a recording of that! It was awesome! ... by annie2053

I think what I like so much about the headset, for this song anyway, is that you can forget it's there. It's like he's not performing, he's not at a concert where you pay for a ticket and spend $30 on a T-shirt and hope Jerome doesn't see your camera. It's like he's just a man singing a song, almost by accident... by Penny at The CH Board

Encore Good News Melbourne, Florida
Everyone quieted down and sat back down and gave this song the reverence that it deserved. Clay was beyond describable. It was an out of body experience for me. Tears started and could not be stopped. Lots of women were wiping their eyes. It was ethereal. He was definitely in "the zone" and took all of us with him... by Joy2talk2U

I had the honor of seeing Clay perform this most magical song in Melbourne Thursday night. I have cried only one time before and that was when I saw Clay perform "Solitaire" live for the first time. I was fortunate to be sitting directly in front of Clay four rows back while he poured his heart and soul into this song...the tears were streaming down my face. This performance personifies what Clay is all about... one of the most moving experiences I have had at any of these concerts. He is such a gift... by Paula Lynne

Encore Good News Atlanta, Georgia 1st Show
I was so mesmerized and out of body during this that I’m not sure I can tell you what transpired... by laughingoutloud at The CH Board

GN is almost painfully beautiful. He uses his body as an extension of his voice as he sings, which is almost ironic considering how still he holds himself in this song. It's like watching an intricately choreographed dance as his hands entreat the audience, gesture toward the heavens, fold in on themselves... it's so beautiful and looks so natural. I was especially impressed with the ways his fingers entwined as a sort of visual representation on the line "swaddling clothes." GN is definitely the most artistically sophisticated performance he's ever attempted for us, and I find it more impressive every time I see it... by Goood Baby Brush at The CH Board

We were silenced only by his return, standing down stage left (right if you’re looking up at the stage), still wearing the black pants and shirt, now without the tie, but with the addition once more of the frock coat... He stood upon that stage, in front of a billowing curtain now devoid of color and returned to its original gray/white hue; stood there in that black coat; stood courageously alone there in a bright-white spotlight, with his alabaster skin glowing, emerald eyes shining, incomparably comely; stood there and sang with a beauty so ethereal and with a conviction so tangible that it brings tears to my eyes just to remember it... by Tigerpat at clayscornercafe

Encore Good News Atlanta, Georgia 2nd Show
I had to go back to my hotel and cry before socializing... by Divayenta at The CH Board

I had to remind myself to breathe, and collapsed in tears after Good News... by huskerfalcon at The CH Board

Encore Good News Chicago, Illinois
In it's powerful simplicty, it is quite literally the most beautiful thing I have ever seen performed on a stage. It is a perfect showcase for him, his voice and his superstar stage presence. It brought tears to my eyes and took my breath away... by rosebud

My hubby and I went to Chicago. After Good News, we just sat there as if we couldn't move... by darlinclay

Then when he came out to sing Good News, I cried all over again. The way the curtain was and the lighting, he looked like an angel singing to God. It was so incredible!!! ...by I12BwithClay at RCA Board

I haven’t been a huge fan of Good News in the past. I was one of those that complained that I prefer a song I can sing along to, something with a recognizable melody. Watching him sing it in person is an awakening. I totally ‘got it’. He had been celebrating all night long the birth of his savior, he was now leaving us with the good news of great joy which shall be to all the people. It was like his Christmas gift to us. Of all the “catchy” tunes he has ever sung, this is the one that is stuck in my mind, playing over and over again... by Creole at Clayversity Board

But then the curtains close and remain closed as if to say none of that mattered. Because the real reason for our attendance had finally arrived. Clay returns to the stage covered in a long coat, as if to say, "don't look at me, don't look at what I'm wearing, but just listen to me." And how can we not? If ever a voice filled a room, if ever a song became the air, it was then. It ceases to be a simple song and becomes a direct invitation to God to join us in that room. And I can promise you, the Chicago Theatre was filled with God on Monday night, from the front seats to the back of the balcony. The tone of Clay's voice and the open sincerity with which he sings that song is nothing short of Heaven on earth. Clay's certainly not perfect, but that song sure is, and to share that overwhelming glory with all of us, was Good News indeed! ...by thetrixrabbit at theclaydawgs.com

Encore Good News Cleveland, Ohio
Good News tonight was really interesting. Much less hand movement, but just as much soul. I can't describe the last "..........news..........." He just looked up to heaven and held both hands open. Very touching. I also love the way he sort of "swaddles" the baby when he talks about the swaddling clothes. He is just living the song as he sings it... by MarLovesClay

Good News was really an impactful ending to a flawless performance...Clay can transport a person to another level with that voice filled with emotion. I was near to sobbing at the conclusion... by All4Luv

I knew that at the end..during Good News- I really was more emotional that I thought. The tears came. Rolling down my face. I actually sobbed quietly to myself..at least I had hoped to myself. I guess my sniffling and heaving shoulders may have been a give away. I was not alone though. As the lights came up..and you take a moment to look around, you see you are not alone. You see that Clay has touched many as deeply as he has touched you. My friend was crying..the people below me were sobbing and above me. You still saw reddened eyes and faces as you walked out of the venue. I was never more proud in my life to have let complete strangers see me cry. They understood... by HavinaClayAffair at Claymaniacs

Encore Good News Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Holy Jesus, there are almost no words. His ability to harness stillness during this song (when many other performers would give in to the impulse to chew the scenery) is just amazing. I was on the edge of my seat, anxious, afraid to miss even the slightest gesture – he was so commanding, so in control, and at the same time so immersed in his performance... It was astonishing to see this for the first time live – and I thought his performance was more external than I had expected from the descriptions. He had moments of connecting directly and very profoundly with the audience – more reaching out and more eye contact than I had anticipated, so it was both highly personal and genuinely communal. Captivating. I was captivated, that’s it. And I can’t get the song out of my head... by Oldmoviegal at The CH Board

Once the curtain dropped at the end I was in tears and had goosebumps which lasted a long time... by Shycon

Encore Good News Detroit, Michigan
If there’s one thing I admire in a man, it’s passion. He’s wearing his heart on his sleeve for THAT one. It’s a beautiful thing to see... by JamTrac at The CH Board

I'm not a religious person, didn't think I would like "Good News". Little did I know! Clay had me bawling like a baby, I was totally moved. Not in a religious way, but by Clay himself. I could not watch him sing without crying. He is completely engulfed by that song and takes you along with him. I cried, no, sobbed during and after the song. One of the other women in my group was affected the same way... by allclaylong

Encore Good News Pasadena, CA
As we were leaving I heard murmurs all over the theater about his singing like an angel, about his being an angel... by kcalpar65

Encore Good News Phoenix, Arizona
The way he leaves us - is soo calming, uplifting - it's a great 'see ya' sometime soon dear friend - I know you'll be ok till then.. kind of song... by nJOYclayFL

He sang in front of the “chiffon” curtain, and he really looked angelic. His face looked very white to me, he looked up a lot, and he was very expressive with his hands. I forget to watch his hands sometimes, but this time there was no microphone to hold on to and his hands were beautiful. Is he our angel on earth? by Prissy at Claymaniacs Board

Encore Good News El Cajon, California
He was RIGHT in front of me, literally only feet away. I was just in awe. Everyone around me was bawling, but I couldn't cry, I think I was too amazed to even move. Watching that curtain come down so slowly was the hardest thing. He didn't move, just held his arms out and looked up. I couldn't bear to watch the curtain cover him, but I couldn't look away at the same time.... by shaken deb

It had me in a complete trance just sitting there watching it. I will never forget that night... by achinforclay

You just should have been there like I was. I remember it like it was yesterday. Yes, He feels it. Brought the house down... by JJAIKENFOR

I was sitting five feet away from him during that particular song in El Cajon and couldn't even move when the lights came up. It was out of this world awesome. Literally out of this world... by clayjoy

I, too was in the 4th row and Clay was right in front of me when he sang Good News. It is something I'll never forget... by ESZookeeper

I have to admit, I was one of the lucky ones sitting in second row that had no seats in front of me on end with Clay a few feet away singing Good News... when he clinched the coat with both hands singing to God... I do not get impressed that easily, but it was a great few minutes to witness... by SHAMROCK25

I saw Clay in El Cajon too, and that performance was beyond anything...just so beautiful!! The best one I've ever seen him do. I was in a front row seat and I can't tell you how wonderful it was to watch him perform that night! ... by claybb

I felt so blessed to be there at the last show and to be right at his feet during that song. Of course, I cried through the whole thing but it was so worth it. When he grabbed the bottom of his coat with both hands, I almost fell out of my chair!!! ...by clayzfan

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