Yeah, sitting here watching and typing in this thread. Just saw someone (Joan?) mention AP.net's interview in the chat, thank you for that -- whoever that was! Appreciate it.
Yeah. He even gave up on the 2nd time through that last chorus to save his voice. It is definitely a tough song to sing, but he's sounded great otherwise.
It's the upper octave, don't think it's nearly as natural on his voice.