Homeless Man Strums 'Hallelujah' But When Partner Opens Mouth Passerby's Stop In Their Track

Aug 15, 2020

When we think of hearing a stunning music rendition, we usually picture watching a television show like “The Voice” or going to see a concert.

Rarely do we envision hearing a great performance on the street corner; however, that is exactly what is happening in one town where a homeless man is amazing people with his awesome singing abilities.

That’s right: An elderly man with long white hair dressed in a grungy looking button-up shirt and gray pants is drawing crowds toward him to listen to his on-street performances of the popular song “Hallelujah”. Sometimes this man sings a capella, while other times he has an equally poor-looking guitarist at his side.

Unlike many homeless people who perform in an effort to gain money for themselves, this performer accepts donations but uses the money in an extraordinary way!

Rather than spend it on his own needs, he uses the funds to help others.

Who is this singer who is changing the world around him? His name is Herbie Russ and the reason that he can sing so well is that he is a professional!

Rather than just being a homeless man out on the streets, Herbie is actually a singer, songwriter, and saxophonist who has devoted his life to his work, going so far as to work in popular commercials for major brands.

Despite his great success, Herbie had a rough start to his life. According to his biography on his official website, he found himself homeless when still in the 11th grade after being kicked out of his house. Herbie had to resort to sleeping on the couches of friends and taking gigs to earn extra money.

While Herbie’s life has improved, he will never forget where he started. Herbie reports that he turned to God for some direction in his life and he was given the desire to reach out to the homeless.

While homeless shelters refused to let him perform for their residents, he didn’t give up – now, he plays on the street corners to earn money that he can share with shelters and the less fortunate.

Herbie’s voice truly is amazing. He performs while walking the streets, shifting through garbage, and sitting under trees. His voice not only provides entertainment for others, but it develops awareness of those who are homeless.

Watch the video below, but be sure to have a box of tissue sitting nearby!

What do you think of Herbie's amazing talent? Let us know in the comments - and make sure you pass this along to your friends and family!