I'm in tears. He knew he was dying and yet gave his soul. RIP Klaus 🌹

I can't help but cry every time I watch this. He was near death with AID's at a time of horrible stigma and he bravely sang his heart out . That takes true bravery and courage to do . RIP Klaus

The most powerful version. Perfectly Nomi singing one more time, like there is no tomorrow. And for him, there were no many tomorrows left.

Klaus Nomi's body is dead His voice and soul will never perish.

if that was his last performance it must have been such a proud moment for him, years of being misunderstood, slowly building his career, to then finally standing in front of thousands who clap at his mere appearance, with a full orchestra waiting for him to perform with them... i think at that moment he was complete

In the early 80's a friend and I made a road trip from Atlanta, GA to Manhattan to see Bauhaus. Unfortunately, Peter Murphy had become ill before the group made it to New York. Fortunately for us Klaus Nomi was appearing at the Mudd Club. One of the most incredible nights of music I've experienced. P. S. When there was a total eclipse here several years ago I was blasting "Total Eclipse" on my front porch while wearing a "chemise Lacoste".

Es ist schön, dass über Plattformen wie diese, über die Möglichkeiten des Internets, Künstler wie Klaus Nomi auch posthum noch Beachtung und Fans finden. Mit den Möglichkeiten seiner Zeit, wäre er für viele, auch für jüngere Menschen, unentdeckt geblieben. Ich bin sicher, er würde das hier feiern. (Sorgen wir doch dafür, dass nicht irgendwelche fehlgeleiteten Menschen, dies alles und unsere Zukunft kaputt machen.)

Rest in peace Klaus.. You will be never forgotten..

Other performances only highlight Nomi's beautiful voice and uncanny intonation - I mean he is perfectly in tune in this weird and quite atonal piece. Wonderful.

Some comments I found about this video (From people who knew him): “Land when you read all about him and realise he is singing about death and being “out in the cold” only shortly before dying of AIDS alone and abandoned by friends who were all to frightened to visit him in the hospital, it makes it the more poignant and touching…. Wearing the collar and make up to hide the Kaposi’s sarcoma…. Unforgettable” “For those who don’t know, this is his farewell performance. He was very well aware that he was dying from AIDS, but the audience had no idea that anything was wrong. A performance with that kind of back story is what you’d expect to exist only in a musical about show business. But here, it happened in real life.” “[Nomi’s] gaunt face and sunken eyes reveal the suffering of a dying man. However, at the moment Nomi sings the word “death”, his eyes widen, suddenly infused with vitality and defiance. Through sheer will, Nomi wrestles with the note, refusing to let it defeat him. At the end of this feat, the slight and dignified upward inflection of Nomi’s head indicates to the viewer that he has won.”

So sick and tired he delivered the performance of his life. Love, always ❤️

Born in 1992, waaay before my time. I came across Klaus on tik tok and wanted to hear more of him. He’s incredible and it breaks my heart that he died alone. What a voice 😮

He was an underrated Artist. Sing your Songs in Heaven. RIP Klaus

Today is the first time I have heard Klaus Nomi. At first I thought this is strange but as I kept watching and listening I fell in love. What a talent! He did it his way.

One of the best performances in all music history.

He possessed the rare combination of true talent and entertainment. So many "stars" get jammed in our face have neither...

Only a blind person would not realize how much Klaus Nomi suffered too much on stage while presenting his art. He couldn't even lower his arms, standing tall like the respectable artist he once was. And his counter tenor sounded in excruciating efirmity, he agonized more and more with each note he sang. But even so, Klaus Nomi had the courage and willingness to express his art to everyone, it is a cruel injustice that he was ostracized by pure prejudice about HIV and AIDS. Klaus Nomi should be remembered for his brilliant underground talent, his sharp counter tenor and above all, for his courage and willingness to overcome his unbearable pain to comfort us with his way of being.

All these years and his voice still gives me chills. He was exceptional.

This is most moving song, sung by a man who knew his death drew near. God rest Klaus Nomi & may he be free of all suffering, always...

What an amazing performer! He was so far ahead of his time. He would be a superstar on the internet if he were still with us!! I'm sad I never got to see a live show.

Er war der "Simple Man - I do the best I can". Er hat das beste getan, was er konnte. Vieles der Texte war so biographisch. Wollte einfach in der Gegenwart leben. Hinter dem Klaus Nomi war der Klaus Sperber, der Klassik und Rock liebte, der tollste Gebäcke zauberte und sehr mutig damals schon dazu stand, wie und was er ist. Danke, dass du die Musik, die Mode, die Kunst und vieles mehr unglaublich und unvergessen bis heute inspiriert hast. Die Präsenz von Klaus mit seiner unverwechselbaren professionellen Stimme ist unerreichbar gleichzeitig tiefgehend und gefühlsbeont mit seinem ganz eigenen unvergleichlichen Stil und der Performance. Er füllte den Raum mit Magie.Ich verbeuge mich. Danke, dass du uns bei deinem Abschied teilhaben lässt. Es ist herzzerreissend, bewegend, wunderschön und einzigartig. Was für eine Stärke, Grösse und Vermächtnis. I remember you❤❤❤❤

simply breathtaking person and his song and vibes live on. He still remains a vibrant singer and a tribute to the voice as divine.

No one did this song better Klaus. He left us far, far too soon. Such a sweet man in interviews, and a world-class talent. Imagine the splendor he would have brought to music if alive today.

RPI Klaus. You were a talent beyond belief....all your own, nothing before and nothing since.

A piece of art in every sense. What a unique, beautiful and supremely talented man. Incredible countertenor performance by any standard. One of a kind.

I think one of the most difficult songs ever to sing. And so touching.

ノミ様も平沢師匠も好きなワイ、大歓喜

I wish that I had known of Klaus Nomi and been able to see him perform his art . Life is full of missed opportunities .

後世に残されなければならない偉大なアーティスト。日本人の私が魂を揺さぶられている

師匠のも大好きだけど、こっちも圧倒される。。。凄い

There is, and never will be, anything like him. He is unique. Not only the music and his voice. His whole apparition... Magic...

Back in the 80's and 90's many beautiful people died because AIDS including him😢😢😢RIP Klaus🌹

I seriously believe that Klaus had a 10 octave range.

This song is Nomi’s rendition of a stanza from the third act of the 1691 opera King Arthur… The Cold Song Lyrics What power art thou? Who from below Hast made me rise? Unwillingly and slow From beds of everlasting snow! See'st thou not how stiff And wondrous old? Far unfit to bear the bitter cold... I can scarcely move Or draw my breath I can scarcely move Or draw my breath

Such a sad demise. A cruel world for such a wonderful human being. Life sucks sometimes!

It's almost too much to watch. You can see the disease taking over, the fragility of Klaus and the careful steps he takes, and hear the pain and longing in the performance. AIDS was a mystery disease at the time, and this song so beautifully reflects the feelings and mood of that time (even if it was written centuries before). All in all...breathtaking.

What a brilliant performance from a dying man! God bless you, Klaus Nomi.

Merci Henry Purcell, merci Klaus Nomi, merci l'orchestre, pour cette magnifique interprétation, un tel chef d'oeuvre, cette froide chanson dont on frissonne d'émotions avec délice tout du long.

Seriously, few thing has moved me like this. So full of emotions.....

His voice has such an amazing range.

God, it's like a funeral march. It breaks my heart.

What Power art thou, Who from below, Hast made me rise, Unwillingly and slow, From beds of everlasting snow! See'st thou not how stiff, And wondrous old, Far unfit to bear the bitter cold. I can scarcely move, Or draw my breath, I can scarcely move, Or draw my breath. Let me, let me, Let me, let me, Freeze again... Let me, let me, Freeze again to death!

My ex wife introduced me to nomi, she was disturbed by his robotic movements and looks, I became a fan and divorced her

One of the greatest performances by anyone, EVER.

The condolences for this "Brilliant Performer" are many and varying. A gentle soul with the Heart of a Lion. R.I.P.

I cry and cry and cry.knowing that I will die....I love you my friend....

A Masterpiece!!! He deserved to sing classical music.

David Bowie covered this beautiful man's medical bills.

Powerful, wonderful and so emotional... an arrow in my soul...

This video makes me so sad but I can't help watching. Rest in peace, Klaus Nomi. I know it wasn't your choice but you left us too soon.

One of the most hauntingly beautiful things I have ever heard.

Truly mesmerising.

When he performed at this event he was already very sick...a great performer ready to forget all this pain he was going through just to share his passion of music and talent....never forget klaus...he was what is was...but so brigthening....we...the old fans who discovered him in 1980 will always be by his side ..thank you klaus...we still love you

A truly great performer who was gone before the rest of the world could see and hear him and elevate him to his rightful place, sadly missed, we are fortunate to have these short films

so painful, he suffered but he sang so sincerely and so perfectly..."le chant du cygne", beautiful, but so moving...I'll never forget Klaus Nomi. He has given everything for art. In spite of his sufferings. Using even his sufferings to improve his music. And dignity. A simple man. But with a pure heart in a rotten world. Thank you for your magical presence, Klaus Nomi. RIP. And shine.

He was ill. Near to death.gave all he could. And this voice..so full of émotions..was à great singer but most of all à great performer and à wonderful human being. God bless. I was 18 when you left us. Now i'm 53 and you are still in my heart and life. Nobody could replace you. You are the one and the only...love

I swear he was an angel, he had to be, no one could be so full of beauty and light and just be a mere human. He was breathtaking until the end. R.I.P Klaus 🌹

I still get shivers from this . Klaus you are missed

If you pay atention you will see Klaus is making a true effort to hold the vocal register in range. He miss some at the beggining but could end it without any serious mistake. I discover Klaus Nomi less than a month ago. I saw the nomi song and all of his musical videos. Simple man resumes how much he wanted to be taking serious about his art. "Just a simple man with a simple plan, hope you understand". I saw a sweet man in need of love and understanding and like every human beinh, he made mistakes. R.I.P. Klaus.

What an incredible voice! I love Nomi! ❤

August 8th, 2019 06:50 Am and still listening repeatedly times. Klaus Nomi just Fantastic.

J'ai le cœur littéralement déchirée.Quelle voix!!merci !!

Thank you all my brothers in arms ... I mean, for the love of music. A long time ago, when the Internet was still an implement of communication, and not a tool of the payroll) I placed and processed (at the best at the time quality) this unique song on my channel. I did not even think about more than 100K views. For me, the uniqueness of this song in the fact that the gothic aria of Henry Purcell, with which many mystical facts is connected, was performed by a dying person (about Klaus Nomi I can speak for hours) still trembling when I listen to it . I see your views and likes, and I understand that I'm not alone in this world, for whom music and art are the same tangible reality as for me. You are my brothers, no matter where in the world you live! God bless you all!

Having just discovered Klaus Nomi recently and what he was going thru at the time of this performance makes me respect him a whole lot more. You can see he senses his own mortality and realizes he doesn’t have much time left. Beautiful yet tragic. Especially at the end

my heart aches :( phenomenal klaus Nomi lives in our hearts forever ❤

He reminds me very much of Freddie Mercury.

Absolutely mesmerizing. The best.

I AM DEEPLY MOVED. WHAT A PERFORMER.

this was better than expected. He sang the baroque parts perfectly. I only wish he dived deeper in that style.

During 40 years...I like Klaus Nomi; RIP.

I am Krause era but just rrelatively recently stumbled across his mesmerising performances ❤❤❤

This touches me so deeply. It breaks my heart. RIP Klaus. :(

I cry every time I hear this. What a voice, cut down way too young.

J'adore, magnifique interprétation qui nous remue. Que émotion communiquée. Merci Monsieur Klaus Nomi. J'espère que les anges profites de vos talents!!

A superb performance. Surely Henry Purcell would be proud of too.

The part that chokes me up is he died shortly after this. He donned the collar and Elizabethan outfit due to the sores from aids. Read the lyrics, then watch his face starting at the 2:05 marker. Ever the performer, he makes it look like he's getting into it, but in my opinion he knew he was dying and despite doing this song for years, now has special meaning.

while I acknowledge his private trials and life, I'm moved by his voice and the artistry with which he uses it. More inclined to want to remember his craft and skill than his misery. thank you for posting this

Прекрасный оперный певец!!!! Очень недооцененный!!!! Сколько бы он мог исполнить прекрасных оперных арий.

Quand j 'étais petite ,il me faisait peur !!! 😄. Mais quelle voix !!!

Nomi’s performance sends shiver up and down my spine. It is such a poignant solo, especially when he sings “Let me freeze to death.” knowing that he too will soon be dead.

Magnificent, God bless Krause 🙏❤❤❤

We who appreciate this artist know we are privileged 🙏

Einer der Songs von Klaus Nomi den ich vor bestimmt 40 Jahren gehört habe, bei einem Auftritt und der mir wirklich auch heute noch sehr gut gefällt. Absoluter Wahnsinn sein Mezzosopran !!! Chapeau dafür !

Tears running while hearing and seeing for 100 Times in the tune of purcel 😢❤ akon

I just don't know how anyone could watch this and not weep.

師匠の前に本家から入っていくぅ！

I simply do not understand why just today discovered this magical creature. I lived through the 80's!!! Impressive artist. Need to find everything!!! Grateful for the share.

I think this was his goodbye note to the world. So painful, tears gather everytime I watch and listen to this beautiful performance.

Er war phantastisch!!!

Hauntingly beautiful Near death And lays it all out...

Love you Klaus❤ R.I.P.😭

Atemberaubend 😊👍😍 ein wunderbares Stück überirdisch gesungen vom unvergessenen Klaus Nomi

Brilliant!

... one of Klaus Nomi's last performances at Classic Rock Night in Munich in December 1982 .

最近この方の動画が流れてくる様になって初めて存在に気がつきました。 この動画を拝聴して衝撃を受け、思い出しました。大昔持ってた3枚のスネークマンショウの中の1枚に収録されてた。　ちり紙交換のコントの後にこの曲が続いて、聞く度サブイボが出た。3枚とも、コントの合間に挿入する曲の選曲がどれも素晴らしかったが、この曲はとりわけだった。3枚の中で最も好きな数分間だった。 短い生涯だったそうですね。素晴らしい歌手だったのに。 ご冥福をお祈りします。合掌🙏

Indémodable , poignant , performance incomparable. Divin ..... Nostalgie de veritable chanteur .

An Amazing song from an amazing Performer. Just PERFECT.

The collar was partially to cover his cancerous lesions. As in The Nomi Song, "I will die of cancer." Yet here as always his heart sings more than the voice can express. Only let me join him on the planet NOMI.

Wonderful, stratosferic, celestial Klaus Nomi, forever in my heart❤❤❤❤❤