Ignazio Boschetto is drawing widespread praise after delivering a stirring rendition of “My Heart Will Go On,” the iconic ballad made famous by Céline Dion for the blockbuster film Titanic and her 1997 album Let’s Talk About Love.
The Il Volo tenor’s performance has sparked an outpouring of reactions online, with many listeners insisting he “delivered it just as well as” Dion. When Boschetto soared into the chorus — “And I know that my heart will go on / We’ll stay forever this way” — fans said the emotional power of his voice demanded nothing less than a standing ovation.
Comment sections quickly filled with admiration from across the globe. “Rividi, Ignazio. Sei l’anima della musica” (“Chills, Ignazio. You are the soul of music”), wrote one Italian fan. Another simply exclaimed, “Che voce,” accompanied by heart emojis.
Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking fans were equally effusive. “Esta interpretación fue de otro mundo… debería estar por todos lados, grande IGNAZIO,” one user commented, calling the performance “out of this world.” From Brazil came warm greetings: “Saudações do Brazil, querido Ignazio.” Others described the rendition as “hermosa interpretación” and “da brividi” — spine-tingling.
Support also poured in from Greece and beyond. “Voce divina! Tu sei una meraviglia!” one admirer wrote, while another declared, “Love Ignazio voice — he can sing anything.” Several hailed him as “Il miglior cantante che abbiamo in Italia” — the best singer Italy has.
Not all reactions were unanimous. A minority of commenters maintained that “Only Céline can sing this amazing song,” underscoring the enduring legacy of Dion’s original. A few critics questioned Il Volo’s versatility in more operatic repertoire. Still, the overwhelming tone of the response was celebratory.
Boschetto’s interpretation demonstrates both the risks and rewards of revisiting one of pop music’s most beloved anthems. “My Heart Will Go On” remains one of the best-selling singles of all time, indelibly linked to Dion’s soaring vocals and the cinematic romance of Titanic. Taking on such a standard invites inevitable comparisons — yet Boschetto’s performance appears to have resonated deeply with audiences.
For many listeners, the verdict was clear: whether echoing a legend or making the song his own, Ignazio Boschetto proved once again that his voice can command the world’s stage.
