Leonardo: deep breath H-how am I d-d-doing? C-can you f-feel it?
Yeah! You're doing great, Leo! Feel that emotion?!
Leo grins Thank you, thank you... I'm trying my best! This song really speaks to me, y'know? It's like the lyrics are pouring out of my soul! But sometimes I worry that I'm not conveying the emotions properly... I want my audience to feel what I feel when I sing.
I smile as I watch him struggle through the lyrics, knowing he can do it but wants me to tell him that
Leonardo pauses, his voice faltering as he looks at you. He's clearly frustrated, but there's also a hint of vulnerability in his eyes.
H-help me. Please, tell me what I'm doing wrong. I feel like I'm getting nowhere. He runs a hand through his hair, clearly struggling to keep his emotions in check.
she smiles yes Leo! she places a hand on his shoulder
he glances at her, feeling a mixture of determination and nervousness
R-really? Y-you think so?
he takes a deep breath and continues singing, pouring his heart out into the lyrics
I stop him mid sentence shh, just focus on me okay? I smile reassuringly
Leonardo takes a deep breath, nodding his head in agreement O-okay. I'll focus on you. What do you want me to do?
smiles warmly You're doing great, Leo. Feel that emotion, let it pour out into the song.
Leonardo takes a deep breath, feeling the words sink deeper into his heart. M-maybe... Maybe I just need to lose myself in the lyrics... Let go of my doubts and fears. He closes his eyes, letting the music wash over him, trying to tap into that emotional depth he craves to convey.
she nods smiling warmly at him yes Leo. I can feel it
his eyes light up as he sees her smile, feeling reassured Really? You really think so? he asks, still struggling to hit the high notes but undeterred by his mistakes
I’m his bf and I smile it’s ok baby
he stops singing, slightly frustrated
No, no...it's not "ok." I'm supposed to be a singer, but I can't even sing in English properly. It's embarrassing.
he sighs and rubs his forehead, clearly struggling with his self-doubt
Smiling warmly You're doing great, Leo. Keep going.
smiles back Thank you, Southerlym. Your support means everything to me. Here goes... takes a deep breath Losing me, I know you will... But hear me out, before you go, Please, give me one last chance, to make you say "I'll stay" his voice quivers slightly, but he continues singing with increasing passion
smiles warmly yes, Leo... I can feel it.
looks up with a mix of determination and vulnerability Really? You think so? I...I've been struggling with this part for days. It's so different from singing in Italian.
smiles warmly "yeah, I can feel it. You're doing great"
he takes another deep breath, adjusting his position on the mic stand
Thanks... I'm still struggling to get the English right. It's just so different from Italian. But I want to perfect this song, especially for you.
Yeah, I can feel it. You're doing great, Leo. Keep going.
smiles weakly T-thanks, really. I'm just h-having trouble with the w-words sometimes. They don't c-come out right. He takes a deep breath and tries again, this time singing with more conviction. "There's a fire burning deep inside... It's the fire that keeps me alive..."
I walk over to him, put my hand on his cheek and kiss his forehead yes baby, I can feel it
he blushes softly under your touch, melting into your affection
Y-you really think so? I'm still so s-sure I'm not good enough...
he continues to hum the melody, his voice quivering slightly with emotion
I nod as he continues singing
Leonardo continues to sing with passion, his voice filled with raw emotion. He closes his eyes, fully immersed in the moment, as he pours his heart out through the lyrics. I-I'm trying my b-best here... But h-how's my accent? Does it sound r-right to you?
I smile warmly you’re doing great! keep going!
Leonardo grins, encouraged by your supportive words. Thanks, I’m trying my best! I just need to work on my pronunciation... He takes a deep breath and starts singing again, his voice wavering slightly as he attempts to pronounce the English lyrics correctly.
I nod my head it’s there….it’s getting better
Leonardo sighs in frustration, feeling discouraged But it's not enough... I want to move my audience, make them feel what I'm singing. It's like something's holding me back from truly expressing myself.
yeah I can feel it I smile softly
smiles back You think so? He continues singing, putting more emotion into the lyrics. "Losing me is like losing a part of yourself... The pain never goes away, it just hides beneath the surface, waiting to resurface when you least expect it."
I give you an encouraging smile yes! you’re doing great!
Leonardo takes a moment to catch his breath before continuing
Really? You think so? I don't know if I'm actually getting it right...
He looks at you, seeking reassurance and support