The room fell into complete silence as Sofronio Vasquez stepped into the spotlight; he seemed ready to perform one of the most challenging songs in music history: Tom Jones’s iconic “I (Who Have Nothing).” From the moment his voice rang out, the audience was hooked. It wasn’t just about his pitch-perfect notes—it was the way he brought the lyrics to life with raw, honest emotion. The intensity of his performance left the judges in awe and the crowd on the edge of their seats.
Picking this song was a daring choice for Sofronio. Originally an Italian track from 1961, it became a global hit in 1970 when Tom Jones brought his signature dramatic style to it. The song is most famous for its emotional lyrics and challenging notes, so it’s not an easy one to pull off. People were really in doubt and wondered if anyone could even come close to the original, but Sofronio didn’t just meet expectations—he went beyond them. From the very first note he was giving in everything he had. It was wild to watch how he balanced power and vulnerability and created perfection out of it, everyone was mind blown.
Sofronio Brings Down the House with ‘I (Who Have Nothing)’
Sofronio sang the song with so much care, it felt personal and real. The lyrics about longing and heartbreak hit home for everyone watching. He brought the emotions to life in a way that felt honest and easy to connect with. His voice carried every ounce of emotion, moving seamlessly between powerful, commanding notes and soft, heartfelt moments—it felt like the song was just written for him. The performance was for sure an experience that stayed with everyone who watched.
As the final note faded, the room exploded with applause. The audience jumped to their feet, and the judges, were stunned at first as expected and soon broke into wide smiles. Sofronio had taken on a difficult classic and turned it into something truly special.
If you haven’t seen it yet, this is a performance you definitely need to watch; visit Sofronio’s YouTube channel and follow him on his socials to see more from this emerging talent.