“I’ve Never Sobbed at a Concert Like That Before.” Following Ignazio Boschetto’s Heartbreaking Rendition of “My Immortal,” a Fan’s Words Speak for Themselves. These Were the Honest, Unvarnished Words of a Fan Who Was Still Crying After Seeing Ignazio Boschetto of IL Volo Pour His Soul Into the Evanescence Classic “My Immortal.” Ignazio, Who Is Renowned for His Powerful Tenor Voice, Stripped It All Back and Delivered Each Line With Devastating Beauty and Trembling Vulnerability. Time Seemed To Stop as the Lights Went Down and the First Notes Echoed Across the Hallway. A Song Known for Its Haunting Sorrow Was Given New, Piercing Life by His Voice, Which Was Cracked With Emotion but Remained Unwaveringly in Control. People in the Audience Gripped Their Hearts.

“My Immortal” is one of Evanescence’s most emotional and haunting ballads and Ignazio Boschetto of Il Volo just gave it new wings.

The Italian tenor performed the beloved track during Il Volo’s Tutti per Uno live show at the Arena di Verona on May 3, 2023, and his powerful vocals sent chills through the crowd.

Originally sung by Amy Lee, “My Immortal” is known for its aching piano lines and lyrics about loss, grief, and longing. Ignazio’s interpretation kept the heart of the song but added a deep, operatic richness that felt both fresh and timeless.

Boschetto’s performance wasn’t just technically flawless—it was heartfelt. His voice soared through the arena, echoing with pain and beauty.

With no flashy effects or distractions, just him and the music, Ignazio delivered every line like he’d lived it. One fan commented, “Ignazio, you always give your soul and feelings when you sing.”

The impact of his performance was immediate. Social media lit up with emotional responses. Comments like “A divine voice,” “Exquisite,” and “You made my heart sing,” flooded the video.

Fans from all over the world agreed that this was one of Ignazio’s most special moments on stage. As one viewer simply put it: “I never get tired of listening to you.”

This live cover is just another example of how Ignazio Boschetto can take a modern classic and make it completely his own. While Il Volo is widely known for their pop-opera style and classical roots, performances like this show just how versatile and emotionally connected their members are. 

What to Know About “My Immortal”

Released in 2003, “My Immortal” became one of Evanescence’s biggest hits. It was written by Amy Lee and Ben Moody, and it captures the pain of not being able to let go of someone who’s gone. The song climbed the Billboard Hot 100 and remains one of the band’s most-streamed tracks two decades later.

The song’s stripped-down piano arrangement and poetic lyrics have made it a popular choice for emotional covers and Boschetto’s version certainly stands out among them.

Watch his performance below.