Man With No Arms Sings And Plays Guitar For The Pope. The Pope Is So Moved, He Leaves His Viewing Area To Hug Him

February 13, 2017

Born without arms and a club foot, Tony Melendez brings the sound of hope and courage to the world.

In this video, Melendez sings "Never Be The Same" for Pope John Paul II (September 1987). At the conclusion, the Pope says, "Tony, my wish to you is to continue giving hope to all the people."

He still is. Watch the moving performance here:

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