One of the most well crafted songs ever written for film, and it was written with Gene Wilder in mind for the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory!

Gene Wilder would be proud of this performance! Well done, Josh!

At 69, I have little left to surprise me in a positive way. But the first time I saw this video, when the stage curtain opened, I was 5 years old again. My heart was touched. The world was again a beautiful place, and I was overwhelmed by its possibilities. My deepest gratitude is offered to Josh, the musicians, the author, and the director of this stunning video. ♥️♥️♥️

Let’s take a moment to applaud the orchestra also sounds magical!

My sister and I chose this for our mother's funeral video in April, 2019. She loved Josh and this piece.

Best rendition of this song I’ve ever heard. Absolutely flawless!

Josh Groban has SUCH an INCREDIBLE voice!! It matches this ABSOLUTELY Gorgeous song PERFECTLY, too!!

The atmosphere is like Christmas carols and Disney. It's a warm and luxurious voice.

Who is in 2024??

This is definitely the most beautiful show opening I've ever seen. Congratulations.

I can’t imagine this song sounding better than hearing Josh Groban singing it. It’s astounding.

Love Gene Wilder's version. Perfect for Willie Wonka. That said, Josh Groban's voice can handle the full breadth of the song's scope. A beautiful version. Will enjoy hearing both in the future.

This man really climbed a flight of stairs while singing and didn't miss a beat !!

First saw Josh Groban on Classical FM. I said then and it still stands today that he has the voice of an angel. Only singer who can move me to tears with such beautiful singing. This is one of my favourite songs that he sings

What a great concept! Singing backstage, and then the curtain opens! Bravo!....I've watched it numerous times, and every time that curtain goes up, I have chills. Brings me to tears. Remembering my parents, and how they would have loved this!!

What a perfect voice. I'm thankful this man is alive.

Josh is one singer who can make me cry out of nowhere. His gift touches something in me.

I absolutely love this song and I loved Tony Newley. I'm sure he would have adored Josh's interpretation, so different from his own and just as beautiful.

Magical and timeless. Generation will enjoy this song. Thank you, Josh, for this magnificent rendition.

I wish it never ended. I get moved to tears by this flawless magical performance.

I just love how accurately he hits every note

This leaves my heart feeling a little bit lighter today. Just a little more of a smile on my face, a bit more peace in my mind, and a bit more hope for tomorrow. Thank you for this brief moment gentle escape from the world today. Thank you Josh ❤️ +Josh Groban

Your voice is pure imagination :))

So beautiful and flawless, while climbing stairs. Now you’re just showing off, Josh. And we’re loving every minute 😉🤩

I never though I'd enjoy anyone but Gene singing this song. Well done Josh.

This reminds me of xmas nite just looking out my bedroom window when i was a kid ,when it was snowing outside at nite Looking up at the clear sky looking for santa Warm glow feeling like a kid again

We saw Josh, with his amazing musical director Tariqh Akoni on guitar, at the Santa Barbara Bowl a few years ago. Best concert ever, best pop singer on the planet!

Look at this smooth man with his amazing voice and clean delivery. Josh is truly a gift to music. ❤

What an incredible gift Josh was given and thank goodness he shares it with everyone.

His tonal quality is the best I've heard. While some of the TV contests seem to key on high notes, I key on quality of notes, and his is pure perfection.

Ahhh, a lovely older song sung by a lovely voice. Wish I could afford to go to one of your concerts. God Bless you

GOD has truly gave him a Heavenly voice for the whole world to hear. He is very handsome with a beautiful voice like that no money can buy.

His voice is perfection - such rich warm tones, I could listen forever

I love this song....he sings it beautifully....

Butterfly's, Fluttering in my soul when he starts singing and when the curtain goes up❤ And that Wonderful Orchestra, another WOW!!

This is one of my absolute favorites...I've been listening to the recording for years, now I got to see him sing it.

I grow up hearing Josh Groban singing since childhood.

❤‍🔥 who could not love this voice so smooth! Some girl in church told her mother I sounded like Josh Groban. When the lady told me I said "you better have her ears checked."

You are awesome to post videos or sing in the shower for your fans!!! Stay safe, sending much love.

Your vibrato takes me there man 🧚🏽‍♂️

Truly a beautiful rendition.

50 years later, this song continues to only grow in popularity. Well done!

0:48 It says Pure Imagination is from "Charlie" and the Chocolate Factory which is indeed the name of the novel and the newer movie, but the older movie that this song comes from is technically "Willy Wonka" and the Chocolate Factory.

WOW.....WOW...WOW.....FANTASTIC VOICE , SONG - MUSIC THANK YOU JOSH GORBAN.....THANK YOU.....

What a class performer, great singer and extremely talented! Loved the entrance

A beautiful song done by a beautiful voice! Thank you.

Oh I just llove his vibrato and his low key. He’s an exceptional singer. He can sing broadway and turn into classical ballad, a Josh stamp

Fave song of my childhood. Everytime i listen to it, Im like transported back into the past where Im still a kid. Like the song says "Want to be a dreamer, be one..." 😊👍

"IF YOU TRUELY.........WISH TO BE" 🌹

This video brings me to tears every time I see it. So moving!

I like the way he is handed a wireless microphone and switches to a wired one!

Why am I crying? I'm a grown man😭😭😭

Pure Imagination ... Pure Perfection!

When I hear you sing my heart rejoices !!

"You'll be free if you really wish to be",i love this song,thank you🙏

I love my idols, Barbra and Josh, renditions of mesmerizing fairy tale sensations and purely magical music in pure imagination! 😘💕

Non trovo le parole giuste per dirti tante cose, bellissima canzone, canzone, interpretazione, voce, scenografia tutto insieme è una bellezza infinita 🎶💖🎤👍 Grazie mille per la condivisione 🙏 Complimenti ed Applausi 👏👏 A presto 🇮🇹✔️🤗💙

Your voice takes us there every time you sing, Josh and never falters. That's way l love to hear your voice every day you take us to a beautiful world in our imagination that makes us feel amazing dear xx

I think josh has a warm heart and a beautiful smile. His voice makes me warm and happy too. Luv josh🤗💕

Wow! What a beautiful rendition of this song. BRAVO!

Beautiful rendition! From one of my all time movies.

Josh Groban, Have this soul piercing voice. its so beautiful, I really went into a whole new space, guided with his voice.

Sooooo beautiful!! Making me cry!!! Beautiful voice! Beautiful song! Beautiful video!!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE ❤️

Dude goes up stairs singing flawlessly. Consentually stimulates every ear in the audience. This guy is magic.

What an exquisite presentation and performance of this great song! Like butter!

Come with me And you'll be In a world of pure imagination Take a look And you'll see Into your imagination We'll begin With a spin Traveling in The world of my creation What we'll see Will defy Explanation If you want to view paradise Simply look around and view it Anything you want to, do it Want to change the world? There's nothing to it There is no Life I know To compare with pure imagination Living there You'll be free If you truly wish to be If you want to see magic lands Close your eyes and you will see one Want to be a dreamer, be one Anytime you please and please save me one Come with me And you'll be In a world of pure imagination Take a look And you'll see Into your imagination There is no Place to go To compare with your imagination So go there To be free If you truly wish to be Living there You'll be free If you truly wish to be

AHHHH your voice is so magical ✨

Beautiful! I am grateful for hearing this beautiful voice. Thank you for sharing it!

Truly a timeless and masterful song. I haven’t heard one bad version of this song

He is amazing!

Although i found the movie scary when watching it as a little kid, this song speaks to me and as always, Josh gives a great performance. Thank You Josh for Your art!

O my 1st time hearing this song well done Mr Groban, from the bottom of my heart ❤ thank you so much.

Listening to Josh always lifts my spirit. Having a sort of challenging time right now. Thanks for uploading this video.

...the VOICE

Josh Groban's and Gene Wilder's versions of this song are the only two versions that I will ever listen to again.

Josh's version is just so magical

It's Magical ✨ It's Pure Imagination, Close Your Eye's and Listen To Josh Groban Singing 🎶 as Takes Everyone There!👏💐

Your wonderful voice makes any song sound truly special! Thank you for sharing your wonderful gift with us.

A beyond brilliant song written by Leslie Bricussi & Anthony Newley.

Your amazing josh groban

The front row ladies can barely contain themselves from rushing the stage and carrying him off. Nice nice voice. I love this song.

What a beautifully staged entrance!!!! True text painting come to life. Bravo!

Josh kisses the song and the song kisses back. Just lovely.

Beyond outstanding performance of this classic!

may Josh always have a song in his heart and share it

beautiful song sung by a beautiful singer❤️❤️❤️

👏👏👏👏 pure voice beauty 🎤❤ 👏👏👏👏

Listening again, thank you for singing this song and for bringing back good memories memories from my childhood thank you so much Mr Groban 👍👍may God bless you beyond whatever you could ask or imagine thank you God bless.

Aplausos de pé, o melhor!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Chills every time hear his perfect voice, how is this possible that a voice can be so powerful

Beautiful. I Love Josh 😍🥰

Josh! Your voice.......my goodness 💘🙈

Josh you are one of my all time favourite singer's! This track is magical!

Lindo, carismático e uma voz maravilhosa , incrível. Amo demais.

Amazing, heavenly, great pure, * the VOICE

Again and again, thank you very much for your wonderful music, Josh Groban! God bless you! 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️😘😘😘

I haven’t heard this song in such a long time. Thank you for reminding me how good it is!

I cried hearing this, pure imagination

This song is right up his alley. Pure finesse.

His voice is outstanding