In 2023, Latter-day Saint William (Iam) Tongi made history as the first Pacific Islander to win American Idol. Since then, the 20-year-old has lent his soulful voice to projects rooted in joy and light, including a new music video rendition of “Silent Night” with the Rexburg Children’s Choir.
“What I want people to take from my music is just positivity,” Iam says.
The Christmas music video features a choir of 100 children, and their earnest expressions and clear voices beautifully blend with Iam’s gentle, raspy tones and warm vocal timbre.
“We loved collaborating with Iam and his team for this inspiring production,” shared Ben Watson, the director of the Rexburg Children's Choir. “‘Silent Night’ is one of those timeless Christmas classics, and this version blends Iam’s soulful magic with the angelic, heartwarming sound only a children’s choir can deliver.”
People around the world have appreciated the video, pointing out the unique heart and spirit behind the music. One person commented: “Iam, your voice is both powerful and soothing, a rare combination that effortlessly stirs emotions I didn’t even realize were still there. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. Stay blessed, brother!!”
“You move millions of people everytime you sing,” another commenter wrote on YouTube. “May your heart always be filled by desire to make others happy by your voice. Thank you so much Iam.”
Watch the music video in player above or on YouTube. You can learn more about Iam’s inspiring journey as a musician in the article below:
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