Maureen wrote...

Congratulations Paul, you won because you were the best. We loved you and voted for you, you have an amazing voice and brought tears to both my husband and my eyes. I would love to see you down here in Bournemouth, any chance in the future to appear at the BIC. Good luck and we will follow your progress you deserve every bit of it.
Good luck and God Bless
Maureen Davies
(yes married to a welshman)

Posted by: Maureen  | July 13, 2007 10:03 PM

marann wrote...

Greetings Paul from New England USA. Your CD is preordered and we are going to have a "listening party" where your CD will be played on a state of the art sound system while we sit in big, fat, comfortable leather chairs with the biggest box of tissues we can find and a slide show of my favorite pictures of your journey will be playing on the
plasma TV.
We are fans forever and wish you only the best for the rest of your life.

Posted by: marann  | July 15, 2007 3:54 PM

marann wrote...

Greetings Paul from New England USA. Your CD is preordered and we are going to have a "listening party" where your CD will be played on a state of the art sound system while we sit in big, fat, comfortable leather chairs with the biggest box of tissues we can find and a slide show of my favorite pictures of your journey will be playing on the
plasma TV.
We are fans forever and wish you only the best for the rest of your life.

Posted by: marann  | July 15, 2007 3:54 PM

Pam Maccabee wrote...

Hi. USAer here. One of millions that saw you on YouTube and were moved to tears, chills, and exhilaration. I keep up with your journeys thanks to Ally on MySpace. You know that ordinary people all over the world celebrate your success and eagerly await your album (I ordered 2). IF there's a movie about your life, I hope you'll consider playing yourself. Google "Audie Murphy." Precedent has been set. He was a WWI hero who played himself in a movie about his life...and everyone discovered that not only was he a genuinely heroic person, he COULD ACT. And ride a horse like wow!!! Westerns were his genre. He was an inspiration to people growing up in the 1950's. I bet you can act as well as sing, like wow!!!

Thanks again for never giving up! And my best to Julz.

Posted by: Pam Maccabee  | July 15, 2007 3:57 PM

pat wrote...

Oh my goodness, lol, I just fumbled my way through a bunch of Potty stuff and found your post and I’m very happy about that – ‘Cause, I want to tell you…personally…what we think of you over here in the USA. I know all the comments on your myspace were sabotaged and you missed a ton of congrats and good wishes. So, I’m telling you personally what I commented on and a little more.

I’ve loved opera since I was a kid. I’ve already been through the emotional feelings a person first experiences when listening to “Nessun Dorma,” and I was ready to just listen to you and not get emotionally lost in the beauty of the notes. So, let me tell you…I just closed my eyes, did not care about your story, i.e., your background, your appearance, or whatever the so-called critics are attributing your over-night success to…AND…you floored me! “That voice…that voice…is all I kept saying.” I ran and got my friends and relatives to listen to you. (And they will, 'cause I’m a haunt – I’ll bug everyone till they listen. lol) And, they love you, too!

It was beautiful! It was amazing! I never thought anyone could do a better job or move me the way Pavarotti did and, of course, he was my favorite at the time and I still love him. I even went to the MET in New York City just to see if, by chance, I could meet him; however, he was not in town that day. I’m only telling you this because I was such a fan of Pavarotti’s and…NEVER…in a million years did I think anyone could top him or replace him on my favorites list until…I heard you.

Paul you have a wonderfully unique voice. So as far as I’m concerned your talent is what caught my attention. Anyone could get on a talent show and with a great orchestra and backup singers, a down-to-earth-one-of-us background story and a new tux…BUT…if they can’t sing…if they don’t have the ‘voice’ – THEY DON’T WIN! But you did! And you went further! You’re a phenomenon! No one has ever in the history of mankind…ever…ever…lifted the spirits of millions upon millions of people…around the whole world…especially…in one instance, as you have! No one – Not ever! And no one...especially…with a great voice, with renown famous rich, wheeling and dealing contacts, or with a zillion bucks to buy his or her way to “instant success” at the top…has ever accomplished what you have! Paul, you’re here FOREVER!

And in conclusion let me tell you this: ALL OPERA SINGERS WERE “NOBODIES” BEFORE THEY STARTED! They all came into this world naked, too! So, don’t worry about the critics – the “people” are the ones who count the most and THE PEOPLE LOVE YOU! So, don’t let the elite, the so-called sophisticated legends-in-their-own- minds try to change you! You know what you feel, so do it YOUR WAY! It's what the "people" love most about you!

Posted by: pat  | July 15, 2007 5:41 PM

Viv Thomas wrote...

Hi Paul,

From a fellow Welshman, struggling to get through life, can i say your an inspiration to people in Wales, Well done and and I really do hope your Career goes from strength to strength...

Warm Regards and Best Wishes

Viv thomas

Posted by: Viv Thomas  | July 15, 2007 6:31 PM

Viv Thomas wrote...

Hi Paul,

From a fellow Welshman, struggling to get through life, can i say your an inspiration to people in Wales, Well done and and I really do hope your Career goes from strength to strength...

Warm Regards and Best Wishes

Viv thomas

Posted by: Viv Thomas  | July 15, 2007 6:31 PM

Deb wrote...

I love that you are doing this blog, Paul! Congrats, and I can't wait until your CD makes it to the states! (I've preordered). Thanks for letting us in on your incredible journey. :-)

Posted by: Deb  | July 15, 2007 6:47 PM

David Francis wrote...

I have been following your amazing story since I first heard about you on the BBC after your first televised audition. Having watched all the videos of your Britain's Got Talent appearances and read many comments from around the world, I must conclude that this is one of the greatest real time 'rags to riches' stories to ever unfold live on TV. But the real power of this story is its broadcast worldwide via the Internet. Millions of us are able to call up any portion of your incredible rise from nowhere to everywhere on demand. The incredible emotional impact of your performances cannot be duplicated by others without your life experience.

I have been following Amazon.co.uk for weeks and it has been exciting watching you climb the 'Bestsellers' list. It should be noted that you have hit #1 as of Sunday night 15 July 2007. Congratulations, Paul Potts!

David, North Carolina, USA

Posted by: David Francis  | July 16, 2007 2:33 AM

Glen Flower wrote...

hello Paul,

You have to sing the National Anthem at the Millenimum Stadium when Wales play Australia in the Rugby World Cup this year. Pencil it in your diary. No, write it in in big black ink.

Posted by: Glen Flower  | July 16, 2007 3:29 AM

Carolyn wrote...

Hi Paul,

Thanks for touching so many people's lives and bringing some real talent to the world.

Julile-Ann must be really proud of you!

I know your new CD will be really successful. Continue to live your dream, be grateful, and have the time of your life. You deserve it!

Carolyn

www.MyWorldProsperity.com

Posted by: Carolyn  | July 16, 2007 4:39 AM

Ruslan Johan wrote...

Dear Paul Potts,
Am from Malaysia in South East Asia.
Through you tube you've reached and floored me.
Been a fan of yours eversince that first 4 minutes I saw and heard you.
Just like meeting my newborn and grew fonder everyday.
Stay true to yourself and never lose touch with the ground.
See you at the top of the chart...thats a foregone conclusion...am sure as nothing is impossible for you now

Posted by: Ruslan Johan  | July 16, 2007 10:43 AM

Jen wrote...

Hi Paul,
Going to get your disc now. They tell me it's already No 1 and it's only 10 o'clock on the morning of release!! Congratulations, and good luck to you and Julie
Jen

Posted by: Jen  | July 16, 2007 10:43 AM

Ruslan Johan wrote...

Dear Paul Potts,
Am from Malaysia in South East Asia.
Through you tube you've reached and floored me.
Been a fan of yours eversince that first 4 minutes I saw and heard you.
Just like meeting my newborn and grew fonder everyday.
Stay true to yourself and never lose touch with the ground.
See you at the top of the chart...thats a foregone conclusion...am sure as nothing is impossible for you now

Posted by: Ruslan Johan  | July 16, 2007 10:50 AM

Tizoc Gutierrez wrote...

A great Salute from Mexico, Paul!

Excuse my bad english!

Tony Maciulis ( I don't know who is he), wrote something: "Find your inner Paul Potts. Everyone has one".

And I really think he is true.
I wrote this in another blog after I saw your videos in Youtube, and modified (crossed fingers) that you read it:

"I was feeling down for a long time ago, because of many kind of troubles that are very difficult to deal with...

Since I saw your audition video in YouTube, I'm trying, working and pushing me to keep going on... you have taught me, in that incredible especial moment, when you started to sing Nessum Dorma, that I can make my dreams come true, don't to be afraid, giving the best of ourselves...
I don't sing a single music note Paul... but now I try everyday, in every activity of my life, to be a little bit as you are, you touched the deepest part of thousands of hearts and souls with your voice...

Paul, thank you for been a guiding light in so many people... And when I have achieved something someday in the future, I will rise my eyes to the sky, and I will ask God to send a thanks to you for been an inspiritional human being.... "

That is what you are representing for many, many people around the world, "amigo"!

My wife, my daugther and me, are waiting ansiously to you first CD, hoping that in Mexico is been realased in the same date, too!

A great salute from Mexico to you and your wife, wishing you all the success that you deserve!!!!
I hope that we could see you in this side of the world...

Sincerely, from the enchilada and tequila country!

Tizoc

Posted by: Tizoc Gutierrez  | July 16, 2007 5:32 PM

Hubert wrote...

Dear Paul,
thank you very much for your singing. When I have heard you the first time (now some weeks ago) it was icredible for me.
Thank you, thank you , thank you !!
I'm 54 , but believe me, when I heard you, I got tears in my eyes. I can't remember when it was the last time when this happens to me.
Many, many thanx
Hubert (from Germany)

PS: I ordered 2 CDs (one for my sister in law) and I hardly can't await to get them

Posted by: Hubert  | July 16, 2007 6:03 PM

Tia in North Carolina, USA wrote...

Paul, you and Julie need to accept that *this is your career* now and not let what happened in the past or your old jobs hold you back from realizing your future potential. Nothing is ever for certain, including selling phones, so stop being so nervous. If you're smart with your money, you'll now have the means to do something else in the future, if need be, even start your own business. We did that and I'm about to start another small one of my own, now that I've helped my husband get his off the ground. We're a team, like you two. :)

You must keep your coworkers in mind, too, and understand they need people who are going to be there every day and let someone else have those jobs who could use them. It's just common sense and considerate. You can't do both, it's not practical.

I might add the pretty little home my husband and I purchased ten years ago is now triple in value. I'm glad we bought one we really enjoy living in that's in a nice area, rather than compromising, and we didn't spend more than we could afford. It was a good investment in our future. Just spend some time looking around until your money from the CD comes in and things will fall into place better in your minds.

It's none of my business, but we went through terrible times when we were younger and I understand your thinking, to a certain extent. You've made a lot of friends you don't even know and this one has a husband she loves very much who had difficulty with self confidence, too, so consider the source.

If we aren't willing to let go of some things that aren't working for us, there is no room for the new to enter. Right now, I am redoing our home and throwing old things out, so there is room for the things I need for my new business. Clutter keeps the mind cluttered up, too.

I could spend all day listening to you sing and your CD is scheduled to arrive on my birthday! I'll use it for inspiration while I make my new creations and do them "my way!"

Good luck, Paul and Julie!!

Posted by: Tia in North Carolina, USA  | July 16, 2007 8:45 PM

Lily Taylor-Ward wrote...

Dear Paul,the cd is fantastic.Thanks for making opera "cool".I don't think people will laugh at me so much now.I've played it on repeat since I got home from school.I'ts got my favorite "music of the night".My big ambition is to play Chrisine Dyer.I know all the songs off by heart.I think yours is great.I love it.Love Lily age 11 xx

Posted by: Lily Taylor-Ward  | July 16, 2007 11:43 PM

Toxie wrote...

Dear Paul,
I watched your victory on Britains got Talent and your performance of Nessun Dorma.... GREAT!!
I blog about you and get many reactions of people who were very impressed of your beautiful voice and were moved to tears.

I cant wait to hear your Album and hopefully I can buy it here in the Netherlands also.
Will you visit Rotterdam also, please??

Keep on writing this blog, I love it.

Goodluck for the future and know : The sky is the limit!!

Posted by: Toxie  | July 17, 2007 12:23 AM

john wrote...

Hi Paul

I'm another who was absolutely thrilled to see you win the competition.

You really are doing something quite extraordinary: you are turning those who never liked opera to opera. Your singing has that one elusive and unteachable quality, Paul - the ability to move people.

I am glad for everyone in the world who loves music, but mostly for you, that you did hit that ' submit ' button.

I wish you love and everything good always to you and yours

God bless

John

Posted by: john  | July 17, 2007 1:01 AM

Andrea McCulloch wrote...

Paul, I missed seeing you on Britain's Got Talent, downloaded you on YouTube wondering what all the excitement was about and got knocked sideways. As a Welsh expat I would love to hear you sing in Welsh, Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau (Welsh National Anthem) seems a great place to start.

I've got your album here and it is truly wonderful - how did you produce such quality in such a short space of time? There is something in your voice that touches our souls deeply; I pity the critics who cannot hear it.

My son is a p/t musician who works for that mobile company that begins with O. He has dreams too; what a thrill for us all that you have realised yours.

Posted by: Andrea McCulloch  | July 17, 2007 4:08 PM

charles wrote...

Hi Paul,
I'm from the USA too and I'm a very big fan of your singing. I wish you all the best in your music career, and I thank for inspiring me to follow my dreams too.

-Charles

Also, I've heard and seen many of your other performances besides the BGT ones, I hope you are getting enough rest for you and your voice and please don't overexert yourself.

Posted by: charles  | July 17, 2007 10:06 PM

Annamarie wrote...

Dear Paul,

It is so wonderful that you had your life's dream realized. You deserve it. You have a wonderful voice, you sing with your heart and with such passion that moves us to tears.

I am almost 79 and an ex opera singer
and have not had one opera singer touch my heart as you do. You have something special in your voice that touches the heart of your listeners. Our tears are
tears of joy for you.

I am looking forward to receiving your cd and am hoping there will be many more.

I live in the USA.

Best of life to you.
Annamarie

Posted by: Annamarie  | July 18, 2007 1:49 AM

Shannon wrote...

Thank you Paul for your wonderful gift to us all. Your singing is so beautiful and you are a very special person. You have got the United States going Paul Potts Potty!
Awaiting for your CD to be released in the U.S., have it on preorder.
Bless you Paul...only the best to you!
Shannon
Southern California, U.S.A.

Posted by: Shannon  | July 18, 2007 9:40 PM

John O'Shaughnessy wrote...

Paul, I'm thrilled at your success. I feel you're focussed, work hard, and sing from teh heart. I wish you all the best in all your future efforts. You never know what's around the next corner, EH?
BTW, I never saw the show. I only discovered you accidentally on YouTube :-)
GOOD LUCK FROM IRELAND
John

Posted by: John O'Shaughnessy  | July 20, 2007 4:32 AM

mei wrote...

Paul,

I am in Chengdu City(Home of Giant Panda), Sichuan Province, P. R. of China. I got the news about you from local popular newspaper. I was curious and searched out your video online. Your performance was amazing and fantastic. I have been watching your video many times everyday once my computer is on.

I wish your success and love you so much!

You are cute no matter if you fix your tooth or not! You are gorgeous when you are on the stage!

Congratulations!

Mei

Posted by: mei  | August 5, 2007 11:40 AM

angel wrote...

Congratulations Paul.
Thanks to show us a wonderful song.It' great.
Er,I'm a Chinese girl.Today was the first time I had heard of you.I'm so moving .
Yeah.
Paul,I have a favor to ask.Can I ask you some questions?
You said you had little confident in yourself,but you stick to it.I'm also a unconfident girl.Too often wanted I to give up.I want to know what the reason that lead to your insisting on your dream.
Thank you.

Posted by: angel  | August 5, 2007 1:23 PM

Irina Larsson wrote...

Paul,
Hold on! You are fantastic!!!
It is not just your voice!
Personality!

Posted by: Irina Larsson  | August 17, 2007 12:03 PM