The live acoustic performance of by Jonathan Roy is more than just a viral video—it is the sound of an artist finally finding his voice . Released in September 2019, the performance has amassed over 150 million views on YouTube, serving as a raw, unfiltered anthem for resilience and self-discovery. The Story Behind the Song
Roy’s voice is described as abrasive yet chilling, delivering a soulful rasp that shifts from vulnerability to explosive strength. Jonathan Roy - Keeping Me Alive (Live Acoustic Performance)
"Keeping Me Alive" was born from this period of intense self-reflection. It addresses the internal and external pressures—including his father’s initial skepticism about a music career—that once held him back. The lyrics are a manifesto of breaking chains and reclaiming control over his own art. Anatomy of the Performance The live acoustic performance of by Jonathan Roy
Directed by Samuel Gauthier, the black-and-white video features a powerful interpretive dance by Jean Yannick Tangara , embodying the struggle and liberation described in the lyrics. "Keeping Me Alive" was born from this period