For those of us without fathers, this song tears us apart. Too many of us can relate to this song. Too many.

She is the first winner ever in 2002 for American Idol. She was 8 months pregnant when she performed this song!

She won the first season of American Idol. She's amazing. Her voice is heavenly

When ever I hear this song I cry. I think so many people can relate.

As a man in my sixties hearing the song for the first time, it makes me just want to hold her in my arms and cry along with her...

I try not to watch her sing that song so emotional I'm crying like a baby now.

This song breaks my heart for all the children growing up with one parent because the other one just walked away. My son has two kids he walked away from! It infuriates me to NO END!! It's a subject he refuses to discuss with me and his Dad! For the life of us, we don't understand how or why because he was raised in a wonderful loving home! There was no drinking or addiction! No fighting or anything! We always were there for him and his brother! They never needed or wanted for anything! They were raised with morals, respect and manners! We were always there for every single mile stone in their lives! Even at every single sports practices and games! I was involved with their schools! Both of their room Mom's all the way up to middle school then a volunteer for their middle school office, field trips , etc...etc... My husband and I stay in daily contact with our grandchildren he abandoned. Thankfully, their Mom and guardian allows us to! Because, they don't owe us anything! I look into my grandchildren's beautiful eyes and see the hurt and I can see they have questions that they'd like to ask but they don't. I know why. They want to put up a wall to protect themselves! I don't blame them! We love our son but we don't condone his abandoning his two oldest kids!! It absolutely breaks our hearts for them! His oldest lives in Boston where I recently (in November) went and surprised him for his 11th birthday! It was one of the most beautiful moments of my life! His second child , she lives in Birmingham, England. Unfortunately, we've never met her in person! We can't afford the tickets. We video chat and send pictures. As a grandmother, my arms ache from longing to hold her. I cry myself to sleep ALOT wanting and needing them in my arms! Our granddaughter is mixed and she gets bullied at school because she looks more white. Her Mom is light skinned but the kids tell her she was adopted because her Mom is black!! She tells them her Dad is white and they said that's right! That's why she's not your Mom! You look nothing like her! That breaks my heart into a million pieces! I want nothing more to love on her and protect her!! She has the most beautiful British accent and she laughs at me because of my accent! She CHOCOLATE and reading! She is the youngest in her school's history to EVER get one of her stories she wrote on the "Principals Wall" at seven years old! (I think she get that from Me! Lol). She likes makeup and dresses up! She definitely gets that from her other Grandmother (who's a makeup artist) She loves animals and loves rock climbing! I have no idea where she gets that attribute! I'm terrified of heights and her Dad is not a thrill seeker! That would be our other son! Anyways, sorry for the ongoing comment. Please pray for my son to figure out he should step up and be the Dad he's supposed to be and for not only our grandchildren but for every child in the world without a parent who won't or can't (for whatever reason) be a parent to these beautiful children who never asked to be here in this World! Also, please pray for me and my husband that one day we'll get to meet our sweet beautiful Princess in England! Much love, The Grimms

This song makes me grateful that no matter how hard my mother tried to get rid of him, my dad always found ways to see my sister and I grow up. One of the greatest people I will ever know

That is Kelly Clarkson more recent and she went on to perform, not when she was on American Idol as a contestant. She was slimmer when she was on as a contestant a while back and she gained a little weight after having kids. So yeah, that is her a not too long ago. Anyway, she is an outstanding talent and her vocals are so beautiful.

That's Keith Urban you can see bawling his eye's out on the judging panel lol

Kelly Clarkson hits us in the heart and makes us feel the pain she was going through when she was younger.

My had this song played as she walked down the isle with her step dad who fully adopted her cause he is a real man!

That was one of the only seasons of American Idol I had ever seen, and I have loved her ever since. She's not only a great performer, but she's just a genuine human being and the best judge on The Voice! She's amazing!

Kelly Clarkson is really really good....You'd be amazed at her talent, I think.

I have very fond memories of Kelly Clarkson from when I was younger. I was in love with the girl next door, and she was going through a rough spot and on house arrest - so I would go over and spend the evenings with her watching American Idol. She was always my favorite on the show - coming from humble beginnings, a waitress that was barely scraping by, taught herself how to sing. When she won, I still remember the whole spectacle of it and how gracious she was. I'll always have a soft spot for her because of the memories I have tied to her performances just starting out, so when she released this song it hit me right in the heart. To this day, it's one of very few songs that can make me tear up. I'm not a father myself, but I couldn't imagine ever abandoning my child for any reason, and seeing her still so hurt over it to this day just gets to me. I got the chance to meet her at a music festival some years after she won, and she is one of the most kind and down to earth people on the planet. This performance in particular you can just tell how hard it is for her to sing about it even though the song had been out for a while. Powerful, moving music.

Watch the live version in concert when her husband surprised her on stage

She was the 1st winner on the American idol.

Thank God Kelly won!! So well deserved!! She is such an emotional & lovable person, funny too, just love her to bits. Can't believe that was 2002. The song was so true for her, bless Kelly xxxx

This song kills me ... my bio dad was In and out of my life growing up and this song was him to a T. .... he was diagnosed with cancer recently and called me and said he was sorry for the past and such .. ( for a little bit I was angry that it took him literally facing death to realize his love for us ) he then told me he was terrified to die alone ...I told him I would come up there and help him ( he is in alaska and I'm in tennesse) and he cried and said I never expected you to help me because of what I put you thru and I told him despite him not being there for me growing up ..I was taught to do what's right no matter how hard it is and he is my father who needs me ...but I have so many mixed emotions about it .. it has all taught me what not to do when I do have kids ...they wont go thru what I did

She was pregnant when she was performing the song at American Idol

Kelly was pregnant with her second child so she had all the emotions raw emotions

Tough, tough song. Strong woman.

She was heavily pregnant while singing this

I love watching you reacting to music and there comes a song that just reaches way down deep and yanks your soul to the top and melts you. Well sung Kelly Clarkson.

Kelly Clarkson not only has a killer voice, but she is one of the most genuine, natural, And un-effected famous singers around!

I watched this live on my tv… and was an emotional wreck by the end… wow… she's one of the best singers out there… great voice, and she can sing anything . Oh, I watched the first episode of American Idol, and have never missed one in all of it's 21 seasons… she was the reason, the show got on the map, as soon as she appeared on the series, I was sold on her, and the show… welcome to the fan club

dang after 5 years i still lost it watching this performance. actually every time she performs this song live on tour she still breaks so i breaks too...such a powerful song. she still broke down when some else sings this in front of her.

She's got an amazing voice. You should definitely react to more stuff from her :)

In this video, which was the very 1st time she performed this song, she was actually pregnant with her second child. And she is an AMAZING singer! 💯

That made me cry

Try Kelly Clarkson "Because of You" if you would like to hear more music like "Piece by Piece".

When she sang this live I was in tears. It's based on her life story. She's very pregnant here.

This song hits way to close to home. My "father" (or sperm donor as I consider him) walked out when I was five and never looked back. He died without ever reaching out to me. I found out he was dead when I was a senior in high school. It has taken me a long time to move past the bitterness.

My stepdaughter dedicated this song to me. It was very touching for her to do this

I adore Kelly Clarkson and always have ever since she won American Idol Season 1.

Being a father it breaks my heart why any man would do this to a child, I took on two children this age,and we have had more children together since. Such an inspiring song, and one that tugs all my heart strings, makes you want to do so much more for families.

This is a song for her husband who picked her up and has shown her a father can love and stay.

Kelly Clarkson was the first American idol winner, she became one of the biggest stars out now

Listen to her winner’s performance “A Moment Like This” her vocals and emotions are just insane.

This song is so powerful! This is her true story about how her father abandoned her and her family, but then came back when she became famous and rich... She's making a promise to her children to always put them first, as well as expressing her love for her husband who showed her what a real man and father was! So although it's is sad and painful that her father is such a deadbeat, it is beautiful that she found such an amazing man to spend her life with and she really truly values her children!

My dad is in the Navy, hearing this song makes me grateful that even though he was gone for nine months at a time starting when I was 6. I'm grateful that he cared, I am grateful that he called always. I am grateful he would always surprise us when he came home. I'm so sorry to those who grew up without a father. Love you guys

Kelly is a sweetheart girl who everybody loves. Her Father left her at 6 yrs old. I mean anybody can be a father but it takes an extra special man to be a Daddy. Your video's keep making my eyes water Sushi! 😢

She was pregnant when this was filmed. She was the very 1st winner of American Idol and yes, she was skinnier back then. I love Kelly!

one of the most beautiful songs ever written and performed.

I just heard the song for the first time about a week ago. I can relate to this song because of my biological father who chose not to be a part of my life. I was blessed with a stepfather who decided he wanted to be my daddy. He died almost 3 years ago. He chose to be my daddy and that means more to me than blood!

This video gets me every time. No matter how long I wait or how many others I watch, this one is so heartfelt.

She's talking about how her dad broke her piece by piece and her husband picked her up piece by piece. She said her husband will never leave their daughter. . Her dad tried to come back and ask for money when she got famous.

That episode of American idol aired the week my granddaughter came to live with because her mom and dad didn't have time for her. It was one of the 1st shows we watched together. She still lives with me and i cant listen to that song without thinking of her and crying

Wow, I've heard the song and knew the back story, but never seen that performance til now, I was balling my eyes out lol. I love Kelly Clarkson tho, an amazing voice and just a great person with a larger than life personality

I adore her. The wound of a father leaving never goes away IMO. KELLY CLARKSON does not disappoint.

Kelly was the first American Idol...she is absolutely amazing and such a beautiful soul.

She's was pregnant 9 months when she sang this ❤

I can’t listen to this song without crying. It’s literally impossible… and I’ve listened to it sooooo manyyyyyy timesssss 😭😭😭

That clip leaves me with a huge lump in my throat every time, but then, my Dad was just like her Dad..

Cried my eyes out❣

This song still gets me every time I watch it specifically this video, you can see the emotion on the judges too, she was the first ever winner of American Idol season 1 when she was younger, she put weight on over the years as she got older and in this video she actually is pregnant which adds to the emotion. She will tell you herself that this is one of the most personal songs she has ever performed as it is based on her life. And yes she has lost a lot of weight since this despite people being critical of her. Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard were a different season by the way. Kelly Clarkson is by far one of the most amazing singers I have ever heard, most recently she was a judge on The Voice. Also this was like one of the final American Idol seasons ever before it came back different. Thank you for another inspirational reaction video.

The Greatest and most rewarding job in life is being a Husband and a Father.

I am so excited you did this reaction, I love this song from her and this version on her album it is actually a faster tempo. Seeing her do it live though I cry every time I see it.

she opened her heart up. and touched my heart deeply

This song always brings major tears for me even when I tell myself I won't cry I can't stop it. ❤️

Her dad left her when she was 6. He came back after she got famous...she says in an interview he is dead to her ..her husband now I Reba's son...he takes goid care of her ❤

I am on a "Find songs to make you cry" binge fest right now. This one gets to me because of everyone else is crying too. I am so lucky my dad is still with me

I love her and that song is a great reminder how Blessed Ian to have the great “stepfather” that I called Dad to be there.

She was actually the first winner of American Idol and this was her performing on the last season.

Behind those hazel eyes by kelly is another good one of hers also done well by a the voice contestent she helped coach some named moriah kelly's original and moriah's version are both great

She’s so good. I ball every time I watch this performance but I never get sick of watching it. She’s amazing.

You have to check out Kelly Clarkson - “ I Know You Won’t”

*Don’t worry girl I cry at this song too! I’m 28 and a MAJOR daddy’s girl. I couldn’t imagine him EVER not being there when I need him the most. He’s my rock! I suffer with depression and anxiety so he’s my rock through the dark patches. So I can’t imagine not having that... I feel for her.*

I think you would be interested in reacting to her performance of “I Don’t Think About You” on The Voice!!

I don’t think I have ever listened to this song and not cried. In one way because I relate to her in a way but in another because the way she sings it is so beautifully sung and the words she chose are so well thought out and you can hear the emotions

There is no other song that makes me as emotional as this one. I cannot listen to this without bawling.

I can't listen to this song without crying, because it reminds me of how I felt growing up without my dad being there and knowing that it was because he chose not to be. It took me a long time to get to where I am now, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. I have a wonderful boyfriend and two amazing children with one on the way, and my boyfriend is the best father I could ever ask for, for my children. He loves them and treats them like the precious treasures they are, and he loves me and treats me better than I could ever imagine being treated.

Another American Idol winner you must check out is Carrie underwood. Start with the song Just A Dream and just, go through her discography. You won't be disappointed!

i never knew kelly's songs too, or so i thought...until i found out that she sang a lot of my fav songs LOL

Can't listen without crying everytime

"Behind these Hazel Eyes", and "Never Again" by Kelly Clarkson.

Kelly sings from her heart and her music is deep! Love her music!you should listen to her song "Because of you", it's another tearjerker but I love it! And the video is so deep

This is one of the most beautiful songs that I've ever heard Kelly sing..She is such a wonderful person and performer!! Her hit Breakaway is a beautiful song as well..Love You Kelly!!

Sushi, for me J-Lo reaction through the whole song is what gets me. She is stone COLD..... and in total aweeeee. Truly one of my favorite performances.

I've been watching reaction on this video of Kelly Clarkson and u can see when it changes where they stop listening to music and start hearing the meaning and it changes everything u can feel the depth u can hear the pain and her strength and it amazes me everytime

Damnit, EVERY single time I watch that performance, or listen to that song, the tears free flow. I can't imagine what kind of "man" walks out on his kid(s), and I don't even have any!

This was the performance that introduced me to the song. Very moving! 😭

She wrote this about her past, Lots of pain there Beautiful song Good reaction More Kelly

Love watching your reactions to the songs and lyrics! You are a beautiful lady and seem to have a beautiful heart & spirit! Keep doing your videos! In this crazy world that we live in today, it is nice to see something so refreshing!

I can't help but get emotional and cry whenever I see this performance. She was very pregnant and deep in her feelings when performing this song, bcuz its about her and her father. I believe she mentioned that when she did this performance she was thinking how much her husband is everything as a father, that hers wasn't. But don't quote me on that being her exact words.

Oh Sushi, I love how tender moments in videos touch you so completely. It shows what a beautiful, special soul you are. Peace to you love.

This song is powerful to me, as a father. I can only hope that my amazing daughter loves me this way and knows that she is my world!

I saw her sing this live in Houston and she was pregnant. She cried we cried it was just tears all over the place lol. It man she sounds like an angel in concert. It’s freaking magical.

I watched this performance live and it broke me down. I never cry but this got me. You're right, you can feel the emotion in the song. The fact that she broke down singing it just made it more real. Keith Urban was tearing up as well, he has two daughters of his own.

That make me cry too when my mom watch the American idol since 2016 first time she was watch the American idol long time ago since 2003 before we born

this song hits so hard to me, even more knowing that I relate so much to everyone who can relate I wish all the love in the world

Listen to Kelly’s Because of You (duet with Reba McEntire - Kelly’s Mother in law). She wrote it to her mother when she was 16, its about watching her mother in bad relationships and what it did to Kelly.

This is a newer song. She did this when she returned to American Idol about 12 years after she won the first season. She is pregnant here in this video. When she won about 12 years before she was thin and 21 years old.

Side note since I just watched your Keith Urban reaction, he was the judge that was crying next to J.Lo. He’s also Australian and married to Nicole Kidman.

Girl when I watched this back in the day I cried my the entire performance

My husband who stepped up for my boys, then 3 and 18 months . Their father didn't want them, but he did. He loves them. No more broken pieces.

Great Reaction! It all came together when you heard the lyric "Worthless" .

Weight doesn’t measure how good someone looks. Her voice is still the same if she was thin or not so thin. I thought those comments was uncalled for.

Ruben and Clay were the winner and runner up of American Idol season 2.

That performance was on the American Idol tv show, and you are correct Kelly Clarkson won the first American Idol. Also that was the first time she performed that song.