Posted on 12/24/2016 11:31:56 PM PST by nickcarraway
A 10-year-old girl with autism who was too shy to speak in class a year ago has taken the internet by storm with her powerful rendition of Leonard Cohens Hallelujah.
The video of Kaylee Rodgers, who attends the Killard House School in Donaghadee, Northern Ireland, has amassed millions of views on social media after it was posted on YouTube Dec. 19.
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Shrekellujah?
How absolutely wonderful!
Thanks, Nick. Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas
some times when the music is just right it brings tears.
Added Christian lyrics.
This made a beautiful gift for long distance family members, and I don’t celebrate Christmas.I loved the Christian lyrics and the telling of the gospel,. Thankyou!
Sounds like she has an amazing teacher. And she’s growing up a bit and learning to manage her autism more effectively. I suppose she’s at the high-functioning end of the spectrum and may have pretty decent prospects for a relatively normal life.
MERRY CHRISTMAS.
Had heard a bit of the singing earlier and couldn’t find the story. Thank you for posting !
The power of her voice is incredible. Even when God gives you a very tough row to hoe, ne tucks in these miraculous gems for us to find. This child’s voice is not just a gem, it’s an entire treasure trove.
How beautiful! Merry Christmas sweetheart!
bmp
Susan Boyle is autistic, too.
What a wonderful tribute to God..
Hallelujah
I loved this and also her Northern Irish accent, beautiful...
??? Don’t understand your post.
The song — without the Christian lyrics — was introduced in the CG-animated film. “Shrek”...
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