What are the chances that a little girl who dreams of singing for the world actually blossoms into the impossible talent that we see today? It's almost as if Angelina simply willed herself to become a phenomenal singer and artist. She is an absolute inspiration.
Great reaction Britt. The "imperfections" you are detecting such as not completing ending consonants, bending the notes, the vocal fry, etc. are all stylizations that are typical of the great jazz divas of the past. Angelina's singing is very conversational and emotional which, in my opinion, is what makes her performances sound so authentic and honest, and makes them touch your heart so much. Angelina tells the story of the lyrics masterfully, and I think it is largely due to the conversational style she uses - pauses, back phrasing, breaks, intentional breaths, etc., combined with the vocal techniques - runs, vocal fry, register transitions, breathiness, dynamics, etc. I have never heard anyone combine all of these various elements as seamlessly as she does. She doesn't just paint a picture with her songs, she creates a living sculpture of the story. BTW - the painting behind her in this video was painted by her grandmother Mery Zamani.
❣️Potential is Born - Perfection is Earned❣️ Angelina's hard work, laser focus and unwavering determination has turned her potential into reality. As a child she always knew what she wanted and practiced and practiced. I have no doubt she has sung this 1000's of times. Angelina deserves all the success she is about to experience. 🍁
The little Angelina at the beginning is about the age she was when she had the encounter with the poor little street girl weighting people for money to help her family. The little street girl said she would pray for Angelina's dream to come true for her kind gesture of giving her her shoes. It looks to me that Angelina's heartfelt gesture lead to that prayer being answered, not just for Angelina but for the world.
I haven't seen that transition before... absolutely magical ! :) As you say, despite the growth and development of her voice she was already amazingly good when very little...
Have you not seen the epic video put together by Yozhik n Tomane? ua-cam.com/video/9TwFRt8JyZI/v-deo.html numerous transitions on show in this (including this one)!
Thank you once again Britt. Your reactions and especially your comments are always so on point and perfectly said.....and that is her trademark vocal fry which she will embellish phrases entirely on purpose, she has a unique and distinctive very recognizable voice. To me this is another upgrade to the original song.
Imperfectly perfect unto perfection, what a beautifully sad song, Angelina sings it to perfection, your react and comments are spot on Britt, my heart is forever Angelina's until there is no time and just now 🔥🔥💋🔥🔥
The term you were looking for is called vocal fry. There is a bunch of vocal distortions which indeed take away from the clean classical singing style, but add a lot in that they add emotion. I think in the second video Angelina was 13. So the ‘now’ from the original video is a bit outdated :-) Angelina is indeed very good at making arrangements of music and vocals. Her originals are very good in that respect as well. This month her new single should be coming out and I am very excited about that!
I believe she was 6 years old in the first take. And 12 years old in the second. She is now 17. We are now eagerly waiting for her new single in April, and her debut album out of Republic Records later this year. With a voice like that, we fans can't wait for it to happen. She is one of a kind.
Watching Angelina grow is like watching a Mozart or a Bach progress. And now she sings as though she not singing at all (in a sense) but really communicating her heart to one person. We are fortunate to witness such!
Britt, I hope you'll give yourself a nice break after 100K!! You're going to burn yourself out! I've watched most of Angelina's performances dozens of times ... and still each time I discover something different that I didn't notice before.
Again... beauty and intelligence, you're a fantastic combination and your reactions are always deductive and emotional, Britt. You're right, Angelina's musical vision transcends the ordinary and she always manages to give an interpretative reading that makes us understand and love the songs better, whatever age she is. This gorgeous girl truly has musical knowledge and analytical ability that is beyond my comprehension. Her phrasing, backed by her wonderful use of breath, always fascinates me and gives me chills every time, despite the fact that she has listened to it hundreds of times. 💛🧡❤
You know? I will say again. You are far the best reaction lady ever. Even when you can't find the word to express what you notice. Even you looking for it is a masterful way to express what Angelina does! You are not only beautiful but incredibly intelligent and insightful. Thanks
Britt, she is so inspirational to all of us. She is a perfect example of how hard work, ingenuity, creativity and extreme focus can help you accomplish your dreams (and of course having an incredible support group is important as well). We are so fortunate to be able experience her journey.
Angelina, besides being part of each of our families (thanks to all the documentation her family has blessed us with), is one of the major artists of our times. She imbues her work with a loving grace that is part of her humanity that we get to see, both in her actions and in that glorious voice that makes our heart ache.
Its amazing to me, that we are able to watch the most talented of singers grow up before our eyes in such that we have never witness before and to see it in a storybook setting is just remarkable to say the least:) and to become the best their ever has been is so mind blowing to me:)
Thank you very much for this reaction. To this girl (woman) nature gave an amazing talent that happens once in our lives. Let's enjoy it because it gives us so much joy.
It's like these songs were MADE for her voice. She TOTALLY kills this one. The 40s hairstyle (it's like a Rosaland Russel, right?) and the dress,... it's top notch. It's of a time, of an era. She just has the whole look and feel of it. She is in full bloom here. And SHE is a force of nature. You can tell she knows exactly what she is going to do with this song. There are just not enough words to describe this person.
Great reaction as always Britt. She is a Musically Possessed Genius. Everything about her performance here is 100% perfection. Simply amazing at 13. If you haven't yet you should follow this with All I Ask at 14 and Easy on Me at 15. I believe the biggest jump is between NGT at 7 and 8 and I Put a Spell on You at 9. She shows amazing growth in a short time. Or just her progression on NGT.
Is the vocal technique you tried to describe "vocal fry"? She often adds fry, like she adds nasality, twang, or aspirate qualities occasionally (whenever she wants and to whatever degree she wants). That kind of control is a core part of her genius. And I agree: Angelina is a master arranger, "seeing" music in ways that the original artist often couldn't. And yes, she's a master vocal technician as well. In fact, I hope (in the future, when she isn't releasing new hit songs or albums, or touring constantly), that she teaches master classes in vocal technique, arranging for voice, and perhaps a class in "reimagining covers" from various genres and historical periods. If more artists could learn even a fraction of Angelina's skills, the world of vocal music would be just that much better!
An Adele composition + AJ = perfection. BTW the hairstyle and outfit are circa 1900. And of course, you picked out the best part of this performance to highlight -- AJ's staccato arpeggio up the scale (on "this could taste") vs. Adele's run down the scale. Just a great reaction.
So young at the start, still going from toddler to child voice but with total dedication. Never have seen this level of sustained focus in a child of that age. The attention span is typically very short at that point, unless its ice cream and cake 😄 that hair and clothing style goes back to the late 1800's to early 1900's, this entire video is stunning, she is using very advanced jazz style and techniques to create this beautiful masterpiece lovely review, thanks
You are correct to say hard work and dedication has been necessary for AJ to reach her goals. But what strikes me watching that first clip of young Angelina, indeed all of her early pre NGT clips, is the pure joy she exhibits while singing. A fish in water does not consider swimming to be work but rather to simply be the natural order of things. Who recognized her latent talent at such an early age? It has been said that Angelina is Mery Zamani's greatest artistic achievement. For one child prodigy to be available to recognize protect, guide and nurture another is extraordinary. Finally, to be raised in a country small enough to allow AJ to spread her wings in a caring environment but wise enough to recognize and celebrate her as a genius in their midst is also remarkable . When you note that she has Angel and a Star in her name it becomes easy to believe that higher powers are at work here. At the very least the stars have aligned to gift us an incredible talent to cherish and enjoy.
Hi Britt 👋. Really love your reaction to 6 yo and 13 yo Angelina. (Please read) She didn't get voice training when she was young. The teachers said that Angelina had a unique sounding voice and style and they didn't want to ruin it. So they taught her music theory etc instead & 3 instruments she wanted to learn, (music theory, really and at such a young age of 5-6. Obviously she understood it). The 1st part of the video, people need to remember that she's still learning her native language and grammar of Norwegian and she's learning English also plus Farsi from her grandma' Mery and some Swedish at home,etc. She was also trying to learn the violin and flute and piano at this time. She always knew what she wanted and has gone for it. One of her special abilities is AP (absolute pitch) and she doesn't always use it as you noticed for she wants the raw organic sound etc. Like the phrase "perfect in the imperfections" perfect cause it's not perfect. Did you know Angie amongst other skills and abilities, she's one of the few artists that can make the autotune sound as an effect if she wants. Back when she was little she didn't want to take God's given talent for granted like so many do. She practiced 2-3 hours a day after her homework. She has excellent grades also especially math. (It's funny, one time her mom Sara said, she just wanted a normal child). The paintings behind Angie are her grandma Mery's, for she's a famous painter. Angie is also an awesome painter too. God bless you Britt 🙏. 🙂👍❤🙏
Angelina knows how to pull the story out of a song - it's all about the jazz! Angelina takes her mission statement very seriously, as you see, from a very early age - the work continues to this day and will surely continue on!
I couldn't agree more with your joy in the shift from little Angelina to this young lady .. amazingly together and with a voice that affects the heart so deeply. You can be sure that the shift edit happened in the hands of Grandma Mery .. who so often is her videographer and always is her eternal sidekick and best friend. Her mom is amazing also .. so it could have been in her hands .. but because of the artistry and shared natural wisdom of Angelina and Grandma Mery .. I tend to think it was in her hands together with Angelina. The painting she is standing in front of is one of Grandma Mery's, by the way .. and she taught Angelina to sew, so the fabulous outfit she wore at AGT The Champions when she sang Bohemian Rhapsody was, as the passed down details go, made by them together. Same for the outfits in the Norway concerts, which I believe is the same as the one she sings I Have Nothing in. I will keep thanking you over and over and over as I already have in other reactions, because you are so present and artistic in your own right and curious and you see and hear the depth and beauty that our beloved Angelina not only lives with but shares herself beautifully in. Thank you Britt.
Wonderful cogent reaction. Thanks. Your educated commentary and point of view is always appreciated. Here a little girl who hasn't yet mastered English has set herself the goal of mastering this song in English. What a tribute to her tenacity, gumption, and raw talent. And Oh My.... did she master it!
When angelina sing a song, then its her song and its a masterpiece for ever, nobody sing a song like angelina, also not adele , so good to see that angelina working hard and always practicing, she have so much disciplin like nobody in her age, a true unique master 👑♥️🌹💫 soon you have 100 000followers, you are the best queen of reactions to angelina, love it 🥰
It’s been a privilege to follow this child develop over the years. Her journey has taken her at 18 to performing at Los Vegas on the same stage as Elvis, a super star indeed.😊
At six years old she told the little blue eyed shoeless girl, "I wanna be a superstar" And, at seven years old she also added I want to sing for the world. Is that possible? 😁🌸
AJ did an interview when she was still in the six or seven year old range and she was asked what she wanted to do in her life and her reply was "I want to be a superstar". She had a focus that is very rare in a child. She had her dream and has never let go of that dream.
I call that "Thing" your talkin about "Everything & what we haven't seen yet" It's what changes you inside & you can see it in others! She makes us all FEEL! You know when "You just know"? because "She is"
Great reaction as always, Britt! I haven't seen that then & now video, but I think Angelina looked late 6 or early 7 there. The later clip was recorded when she was 13. Quite a difference. Talking of difference - I really think you would enjoy watching (on your own time) a video done by BigAngieFan, where you get to see Adele and Angelina singing a portion of the song each. That way it is quite easy to get even more of the details and the differences in their voices and way of performing. The painting behind Angelina is painted by her grandmother, Mery Zamani. Mery was considered quite the prodigy herself, and she excelled in painting and writing. I guess Angelina must have inherited some of her abilities to see a picture differently, at least the musical picture. That being said, Angelina herself is quite artistic in other areas too, not just singing. She and Mery have created all of Angelina's outfits in public appearances for instance. Here is the link to the video made by BigAngieFan : ua-cam.com/video/Z42ZTJ6nMoE/v-deo.html Happy Easter, Britt!! Love from Norway 🐣🐣🐣
Angelina Jordan is not of this earth; she has the ability to hypnotize those who experience her aura, and it creates a need that can only be satisfied by her, her alone.
I love how you worded her hairstyle as a "Period Peace" That's exactly what it is, And I would have never thought to explain it as such ! Great Observation !
She's applying her jazz parameters to the song. She bends the notes and tone, plays with the vowels & consonants to get effects....Yes, love the "bittersweet" phrase. Yes. I think she was under 7 in that beginning cut---like age 6. I could be wrong, because I don't believe I'd seen it before. Thanks, Britt. Grandma Ellen, out.
That thing you're talking about it's possibly the fact that she is a JAZZ singer. And is allowed to change things and that's what makes her so Great... I agree with you it's like she SEE'S the music !!
I think Angelina was 6 at the beginning of this vid. It's the same time frame she recorded the Tom Jones hit, I Who Have Nothing. Angels, correct me if I'm wrong. What a talent! Another quality reaction, Britt!
I agree. The editing was masterful. Allow me. " my dear fellow Angel I don't know who you are but shoutout to you. That little snippet of Angelina ( I believe she was 6/7 in this, before NGT) is a gem I had'nt seen yet. I like you Britt "cause without beeing a technically expert vocal coach, your comments are always poignantly on point blended with your body language wich is telltelling in itself. You use terms and words that even a dumb head like me can not only understand but "feel". Told ya I"m watching ya. Keep it up.😇🥰
Funny how you mentioned the painting on the wall and how an artist knows where that blank canvas is going , just like Angelina knows where and how she wants to take a song. Well it must be genetic because if I’m not mistake that is one of here grandmother’s paintings. You are a natural, love your reviews.
I don't think she was focusing on the singing in the first vid when she was young. I think she was memorizing and figuring out how she wanted to arrange the song. 😎🇺🇲👍💯🌟
Hi Britt .. fyi .. the Paintings behind Angelina are done by her Grandma Mery Zamani .. Mery also is a huge Inspiration to Angelina .. not surprising Angelina do Artwork like Painting .. for example the Suit Angeline wore at AGT Audition was based on one of Merys Paintings ..
Interesting you mentioned an Artist's Vision for their Work "like this painting behind her" at 7:54. Her Grand Ma Mery put that image to canvas. Pay attention Boys and Girls....ALWAYS choose your Grand Parents Wisely.
I love the Norwegian culture that helped develop this young lady. Her style, choices, persona are so retro from our US perspective but very natural for her. No doubt Sara, Gerry (her parents) and Grandmother Mery have also guided her. The art behind her I believe is her Grandmother Mery's.
Take a look at pictures of the Andrews Sisters, a boogie-woogie singing group from World War II era, and you will see where this hair style came from. The circle of time once again.
I love your beautiful smile. You make this old man smile as does my sweet barefoot angel. By the way that hairdo was very common in the sixties when the girls were going to a prom or wedding.
6 versus 13, if I am not mistaken. The amazing thing you will notice over time is her talent grows exponentially over time, even over a few months.There is a little later 6 year old performance.... I have nothing that is pretty startling. Then the amazing 7-8 performances at NGT. From there there is an explosion of performances in every year that just knocks you back. Eventually by age 12 the performances are not longer just stunning, but the asterisk "for her age" completely vanishes. At that point the performances her world class for any age. At this point most of just enjoy everything she does, not that we did not enjoy it before. :)
Awesome reaction in a 20 year growth in just 6 years, from 6 to 12! Goes to show the ambitious work ethic she took to reach her potential, which isn't complete yet. That's the scary part! Her Single that comes in the next couple of weeks is going to shake up the World, (Who is this and what did I just hear?), God Bless!
I think your beginning to understand why many of us consider Angelina to be a vocal genius..it’s not just the voice..it’s everything else that backs that voice up,.I’d love to know what her IQ is…
Britt, I really like you to react to Angelina's - lowest register in 'How great thou art': ua-cam.com/video/WLAEy1LIHrc/v-deo.html - techno dance melody: 'Abow the water' with TRXD: ua-cam.com/video/y6SilwnR2Zc/v-deo.html - original poetic song: 'Song for A': ua-cam.com/video/Bo3mhxPM-uA/v-deo.html - the exceptional 'Mont Everest': ua-cam.com/video/DYVxnY06BWw/v-deo.html These four are completely different melodies and show here fantastic variety in music.
6:05 you mean 'vocal fry', kinda scratchy. When you spoke about the artists 'vision' I thought of Michelangelo. He saw David in that block of marble, and chiseled him out of it.
Thanks for this. Hadn't seen the early clip previously. Here's another potential dual reaction for you. Both are short. Angelina's first audition at Norway's Got Talent (age 7 yrs). A capella rendition of Billie Holiday's "I'm a Fool to Want You". ua-cam.com/video/6LIcQL5gLoY/v-deo.html Mom's video of 12 yr old Angelina in-studio recording Billie Holiday's "I'm a Fool to Want You". Audio is dubbed from her album. ua-cam.com/video/SGx0djXTXQk/v-deo.html
What are the chances that a little girl who dreams of singing for the world actually blossoms into the impossible talent that we see today? It's almost as if Angelina simply willed herself to become a phenomenal singer and artist. She is an absolute inspiration.
Oh, we are so privileged to witness this growth when each time it seams that can not be better and every next time - it is.
Absolute 😊
Adele is a very very talented singer.
Angelina makes me cry. ❤
You're a very good singer too, by the way.👏👏👏👏👏
I can't believe she's not mainstream. She's amazing
Great reaction Britt. The "imperfections" you are detecting such as not completing ending consonants, bending the notes, the vocal fry, etc. are all stylizations that are typical of the great jazz divas of the past. Angelina's singing is very conversational and emotional which, in my opinion, is what makes her performances sound so authentic and honest, and makes them touch your heart so much. Angelina tells the story of the lyrics masterfully, and I think it is largely due to the conversational style she uses - pauses, back phrasing, breaks, intentional breaths, etc., combined with the vocal techniques - runs, vocal fry, register transitions, breathiness, dynamics, etc. I have never heard anyone combine all of these various elements as seamlessly as she does. She doesn't just paint a picture with her songs, she creates a living sculpture of the story. BTW - the painting behind her in this video was painted by her grandmother Mery Zamani.
I agree so much with everything you said that I have nothing to add dear Phil. Greetings from France, Gilles
❣️Potential is Born - Perfection is Earned❣️ Angelina's hard work, laser focus and unwavering determination has turned her potential into reality. As a child she always knew what she wanted and practiced and practiced. I have no doubt she has sung this 1000's of times. Angelina deserves all the success she is about to experience. 🍁
Well stated.
@@charlespeterson7502 thanks 🍁
Huge talent + tons of work = Angelina
@@ekfux no one works harder
Painting behind is her Grandma’s paintings She has been aGreat Painterfor years,Angelinapaints. As well.Frances from Scotlandxx
The little Angelina at the beginning is about the age she was when she had the encounter with the poor little street girl weighting people for money to help her family. The little street girl said she would pray for Angelina's dream to come true for her kind gesture of giving her her shoes. It looks to me that Angelina's heartfelt gesture lead to that prayer being answered, not just for Angelina but for the world.
I haven't seen that transition before... absolutely magical ! :) As you say, despite the growth and development of her voice she was already amazingly good when very little...
Have you not seen the epic video put together by Yozhik n Tomane? ua-cam.com/video/9TwFRt8JyZI/v-deo.html numerous transitions on show in this (including this one)!
@@lesgray8709 actually I have seen that one now you mention it ! Wonderful ...
Thank you once again Britt. Your reactions and especially your comments are always so on point and perfectly said.....and that is her trademark vocal fry which she will embellish phrases entirely on purpose, she has a unique and distinctive very recognizable voice. To me this is another upgrade to the original song.
Imperfectly perfect unto perfection, what a beautifully sad song, Angelina sings it to perfection, your react and comments are spot on Britt, my heart is forever Angelina's until there is no time and just now
🔥🔥💋🔥🔥
The term you were looking for is called vocal fry. There is a bunch of vocal distortions which indeed take away from the clean classical singing style, but add a lot in that they add emotion.
I think in the second video Angelina was 13. So the ‘now’ from the original video is a bit outdated :-)
Angelina is indeed very good at making arrangements of music and vocals. Her originals are very good in that respect as well. This month her new single should be coming out and I am very excited about that!
I believe she was 6 years old in the first take. And 12 years old in the second. She is now 17. We are now eagerly waiting for her new single in April, and her debut album out of Republic Records later this year. With a voice like that, we fans can't wait for it to happen. She is one of a kind.
Watching Angelina grow is like watching a Mozart or a Bach progress. And now she sings as though she not singing at all (in a sense) but really communicating her heart to one person. We are fortunate to witness such!
The painting behind Angelina is an example of her grandmother's artwork.
"Vocal fry" is the phrase you're searching for to describe the Angels' delivery in certain parts of this version 😘 👍
Great reaction! ❤❤❤ANGELina ❤❤❤
Britt, I hope you'll give yourself a nice break after 100K!! You're going to burn yourself out!
I've watched most of Angelina's performances dozens of times ... and still each time I discover something different that I didn't notice before.
Again... beauty and intelligence, you're a fantastic combination and your reactions are always deductive and emotional, Britt. You're right, Angelina's musical vision transcends the ordinary and she always manages to give an interpretative reading that makes us understand and love the songs better, whatever age she is. This gorgeous girl truly has musical knowledge and analytical ability that is beyond my comprehension. Her phrasing, backed by her wonderful use of breath, always fascinates me and gives me chills every time, despite the fact that she has listened to it hundreds of times. 💛🧡❤
You know? I will say again. You are far the best reaction lady ever. Even when you can't find the word to express what you notice. Even you looking for it is a masterful way to express what Angelina does! You are not only beautiful but incredibly intelligent and insightful. Thanks
Britt, she is so inspirational to all of us. She is a perfect example of how hard work, ingenuity, creativity and extreme focus can help you accomplish your dreams (and of course having an incredible support group is important as well). We are so fortunate to be able experience her journey.
Angelina, besides being part of each of our families (thanks to all the documentation her family has blessed us with), is one of the major artists of our times. She imbues her work with a loving grace that is part of her humanity that we get to see, both in her actions and in that glorious voice that makes our heart ache.
Yes, she is a real artist. And your reactions to her small masterpieces.❤😎🇸🇪
Its amazing to me, that we are able to watch the most talented of singers grow up before our eyes in such that we have never witness before and to see it in a storybook setting is just remarkable to say the least:) and to become the best their ever has been is so mind blowing to me:)
As talented as she is. Her WORK ETHIC got her where she is.
I had not seen that one before. You are right, that was extremely powerful and beautiful.
Britt, we call "that thing" her perfect imperfections. I believe she was 6 & 13 in these performances.
Thank you very much for this reaction. To this girl (woman) nature gave an amazing talent that happens once in our lives. Let's enjoy it because it gives us so much joy.
It's like these songs were MADE for her voice. She TOTALLY kills this one. The 40s hairstyle (it's like a Rosaland Russel, right?) and the dress,... it's top notch. It's of a time, of an era. She just has the whole look and feel of it. She is in full bloom here. And SHE is a force of nature. You can tell she knows exactly what she is going to do with this song. There are just not enough words to describe this person.
Great reaction as always Britt. She is a Musically Possessed Genius.
Everything about her performance here is 100% perfection. Simply amazing at 13.
If you haven't yet you should follow this with All I Ask at 14 and Easy on Me at 15.
I believe the biggest jump is between NGT at 7 and 8 and I Put a Spell on You at 9.
She shows amazing growth in a short time. Or just her progression on NGT.
Is the vocal technique you tried to describe "vocal fry"? She often adds fry, like she adds nasality, twang, or aspirate qualities occasionally (whenever she wants and to whatever degree she wants). That kind of control is a core part of her genius. And I agree: Angelina is a master arranger, "seeing" music in ways that the original artist often couldn't. And yes, she's a master vocal technician as well. In fact, I hope (in the future, when she isn't releasing new hit songs or albums, or touring constantly), that she teaches master classes in vocal technique, arranging for voice, and perhaps a class in "reimagining covers" from various genres and historical periods. If more artists could learn even a fraction of Angelina's skills, the world of vocal music would be just that much better!
Angelina is not only generational, she is a timeless talent.
An Adele composition + AJ = perfection. BTW the hairstyle and outfit are circa 1900. And of course, you picked out the best part of this performance to highlight -- AJ's staccato arpeggio up the scale (on "this could taste") vs. Adele's run down the scale. Just a great reaction.
So young at the start, still going from toddler to child voice but with total dedication. Never have seen this level of sustained focus in a child of that age. The attention span is typically very short at that point, unless its ice cream and cake 😄
that hair and clothing style goes back to the late 1800's to early 1900's,
this entire video is stunning, she is using very advanced jazz style and techniques to create this beautiful masterpiece
lovely review, thanks
There is no doubt, she is a class act, in every way.
You are correct to say hard work and dedication has been necessary for AJ to reach her goals. But what strikes me watching that first clip of young Angelina, indeed all of her early pre NGT clips, is the pure joy she exhibits while singing. A fish in water does not consider swimming to be work but rather to simply be the natural order of things.
Who recognized her latent talent at such an early age? It has been said that Angelina is Mery Zamani's greatest artistic achievement. For one child prodigy to be available to recognize protect, guide and nurture another is extraordinary. Finally, to be raised in a country small enough to allow AJ to spread her wings in a caring environment but wise enough to recognize and celebrate her as a genius in their midst is also remarkable . When you note that she has Angel and a Star in her name it becomes easy to believe that higher powers are at work here. At the very least the stars have aligned to gift us an incredible talent to cherish and enjoy.
Hi Britt 👋. Really love your reaction to 6 yo and 13 yo Angelina. (Please read) She didn't get voice training when she was young. The teachers said that Angelina had a unique sounding voice and style and they didn't want to ruin it. So they taught her music theory etc instead & 3 instruments she wanted to learn, (music theory, really and at such a young age of 5-6. Obviously she understood it). The 1st part of the video, people need to remember that she's still learning her native language and grammar of Norwegian and she's learning English also plus Farsi from her grandma' Mery and some Swedish at home,etc. She was also trying to learn the violin and flute and piano at this time. She always knew what she wanted and has gone for it. One of her special abilities is AP (absolute pitch) and she doesn't always use it as you noticed for she wants the raw organic sound etc. Like the phrase "perfect in the imperfections" perfect cause it's not perfect. Did you know Angie amongst other skills and abilities, she's one of the few artists that can make the autotune sound as an effect if she wants. Back when she was little she didn't want to take God's given talent for granted like so many do. She practiced 2-3 hours a day after her homework. She has excellent grades also especially math. (It's funny, one time her mom Sara said, she just wanted a normal child). The paintings behind Angie are her grandma Mery's, for she's a famous painter. Angie is also an awesome painter too. God bless you Britt 🙏. 🙂👍❤🙏
Angelina doesn't cover songs, she makes them how they should have been made.
Enormous talent, grace in action
Yeah this one is so beautiful. Like some sort of Macy Grey, Adele, Billie Holliday cross. It works unbelievably. Even the get up. Suits the lyrics.
Angelina knows how to pull the story out of a song - it's all about the jazz! Angelina takes her mission statement very seriously, as you see, from a very early age - the work continues to this day and will surely continue on!
It's great having seen her growth
I couldn't agree more with your joy in the shift from little Angelina to this young lady .. amazingly together and with a voice that affects the heart so deeply. You can be sure that the shift edit happened in the hands of Grandma Mery .. who so often is her videographer and always is her eternal sidekick and best friend. Her mom is amazing also .. so it could have been in her hands .. but because of the artistry and shared natural wisdom of Angelina and Grandma Mery .. I tend to think it was in her hands together with Angelina. The painting she is standing in front of is one of Grandma Mery's, by the way .. and she taught Angelina to sew, so the fabulous outfit she wore at AGT The Champions when she sang Bohemian Rhapsody was, as the passed down details go, made by them together. Same for the outfits in the Norway concerts, which I believe is the same as the one she sings I Have Nothing in.
I will keep thanking you over and over and over as I already have in other reactions, because you are so present and artistic in your own right and curious and you see and hear the depth and beauty that our beloved Angelina not only lives with but shares herself beautifully in. Thank you Britt.
Wonderful cogent reaction. Thanks. Your educated commentary and point of view is always appreciated.
Here a little girl who hasn't yet mastered English has set herself the goal of mastering this song in English. What a tribute to her tenacity, gumption, and raw talent.
And Oh My.... did she master it!
The painting behind her was painted by her grandma Mery who was a prodigy at age 4
Watching her evolve over the years has been one of my greatest pleasures..
When angelina sing a song, then its her song and its a masterpiece for ever, nobody sing a song like angelina, also not adele , so good to see that angelina working hard and always practicing, she have so much disciplin like nobody in her age, a true unique master 👑♥️🌹💫 soon you have 100 000followers, you are the best queen of reactions to angelina, love it 🥰
How to melt a heart in two easy moves! Just love this girl. Great choice Britt.
It’s been a privilege to follow this child develop over the years. Her journey has taken her at 18 to performing at Los Vegas on the same stage as Elvis, a super star indeed.😊
At six years old she told the little blue eyed shoeless girl, "I wanna be a superstar" And, at seven years old she also added I want to sing for the world.
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Angelina has the cry in her voice
Angelina often close her eyes in many covers as you see,and she goes in to her musicworld,its rare,in her young age...see that?
AJ did an interview when she was still in the six or seven year old range and she was asked what she wanted to do in her life and her reply was "I want to be a superstar". She had a focus that is very rare in a child. She had her dream and has never let go of that dream.
"Anyone can catch your eye, but it takes someone special to catch your heart." - The Devine [ Miss. Angelina "Magical Vocalist" Jordan ] Above
I call that "Thing" your talkin about "Everything & what we haven't seen yet" It's what changes you inside & you can see it in others! She makes us all FEEL! You know when "You just know"? because "She is"
Great reaction as always, Britt! I haven't seen that then & now video, but I think Angelina looked late 6 or early 7 there. The later clip was recorded when she was 13. Quite a difference. Talking of difference - I really think you would enjoy watching (on your own time) a video done by BigAngieFan, where you get to see Adele and Angelina singing a portion of the song each. That way it is quite easy to get even more of the details and the differences in their voices and way of performing. The painting behind Angelina is painted by her grandmother, Mery Zamani. Mery was considered quite the prodigy herself, and she excelled in painting and writing. I guess Angelina must have inherited some of her abilities to see a picture differently, at least the musical picture. That being said, Angelina herself is quite artistic in other areas too, not just singing. She and Mery have created all of Angelina's outfits in public appearances for instance.
Here is the link to the video made by BigAngieFan : ua-cam.com/video/Z42ZTJ6nMoE/v-deo.html
Happy Easter, Britt!! Love from Norway 🐣🐣🐣
Angelina Jordan is not of this earth; she has the ability to hypnotize those who experience her aura, and it creates a need that can only be satisfied by her, her alone.
That twang imperfection sound is the tonal quality she is producing by bringing her tongue back and placing on voice up towards her nasal cavity.
That painting you see behind Angelina is one her her grandma Mery’s paintings.
I love how you worded her hairstyle as a "Period Peace" That's exactly what it is, And I would have never thought to explain it as such ! Great Observation !
She's applying her jazz parameters to the song. She bends the notes and tone, plays with the vowels & consonants to get effects....Yes, love the "bittersweet" phrase. Yes. I think she was under 7 in that beginning cut---like age 6. I could be wrong, because I don't believe I'd seen it before. Thanks, Britt. Grandma Ellen, out.
That thing you're talking about it's possibly the fact that she is a JAZZ singer. And is allowed to change things and that's what makes her so Great... I agree with you it's like she SEE'S the music !!
What's amazing is how her English was so good since it's a 2nd language in Norway..
I think Angelina was 6 at the beginning of this vid. It's the same time frame she recorded the Tom Jones hit, I Who Have Nothing. Angels, correct me if I'm wrong. What a talent! Another quality reaction, Britt!
1500 more new subscribers......fingers crossed
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She is in fact rare, nothing about Angelina is comparable to any regular girl her age, she is beyond her years.
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I agree. The editing was masterful. Allow me. " my dear fellow Angel I don't know who you are but shoutout to you. That little snippet of Angelina ( I believe she was 6/7 in this, before NGT) is a gem I had'nt seen yet. I like you Britt "cause without beeing a technically expert vocal coach, your comments are always poignantly on point blended with your body language wich is telltelling in itself. You use terms and words that even a dumb head like me can not only understand but "feel". Told ya I"m watching ya. Keep it up.😇🥰
Funny how you mentioned the painting on the wall and how an artist knows where that blank canvas is going , just like Angelina knows where and how she wants to take a song. Well it must be genetic because if I’m not mistake that is one of here grandmother’s paintings. You are a natural, love your reviews.
Getting deep into the rabbit hole...❤
I don't think she was focusing on the singing in the first vid when she was young. I think she was memorizing and figuring out how she wanted to arrange the song. 😎🇺🇲👍💯🌟
Hi Britt .. fyi .. the Paintings behind Angelina are done by her Grandma Mery Zamani .. Mery also is a huge Inspiration to Angelina .. not surprising Angelina do Artwork like Painting .. for example the Suit Angeline wore at AGT Audition was based on one of Merys Paintings ..
Interesting you mentioned an Artist's Vision for their Work "like this painting behind her" at 7:54. Her Grand Ma Mery put that image to canvas. Pay attention Boys and Girls....ALWAYS choose your Grand Parents Wisely.
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I know Angelina... who is Adele?
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Alright britt 👍👍👍👍👍👍
That hair reminds me of Rachel from Blade Runner. Always has. : )
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I love the Norwegian culture that helped develop this young lady. Her style, choices, persona are so retro from our US perspective but very natural for her. No doubt Sara, Gerry (her parents) and Grandmother Mery have also guided her. The art behind her I believe is her Grandmother Mery's.
My grandma was from Norway(full blood). Proud to have the bloodline. Kringlas are delicious
Great Reaction 👍🙏👣
Take a look at pictures of the Andrews Sisters, a boogie-woogie singing group from World War II era, and you will see where this hair style came from. The circle of time once again.
I love your beautiful smile. You make this old man smile as does my sweet barefoot angel. By the way that hairdo was very common in the sixties when the girls were going to a prom or wedding.
From six to thirteen. Quite a change in only seven years.
Angelina Jordan has worked so hard. What a fantastic person Angelina is.
13 year old Angelina performing Adele's song better than the original 😍
One of her best covers ever.
in the beginning of this video Angelina was closer to 6 or 7 at most. it was before she went on NORWAYS GOT TALENT.
6 versus 13, if I am not mistaken. The amazing thing you will notice over time is her talent grows exponentially over time, even over a few months.There is a little later 6 year old performance.... I have nothing that is pretty startling. Then the amazing 7-8 performances at NGT. From there there is an explosion of performances in every year that just knocks you back. Eventually by age 12 the performances are not longer just stunning, but the asterisk "for her age" completely vanishes. At that point the performances her world class for any age. At this point most of just enjoy everything she does, not that we did not enjoy it before. :)
ANGLIA 8 YEARS OLD WHAT A DIFFERENCE A DAY MAKES
Awesome reaction in a 20 year growth in just 6 years, from 6 to 12! Goes to show the ambitious work ethic she took to reach her potential, which isn't complete yet. That's the scary part! Her Single that comes in the next couple of weeks is going to shake up the World, (Who is this and what did I just hear?), God Bless!
Amazing voice, wow!
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Epic!
I think she was more like 6 or 7, and not 8 or 9 in the original cut. I love your reactions. You articulate your feelings and thoughts so well.
She makes it her own and she likes to sing jazz and soul ! To say she is imperfect is an insult
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Check out the song Wildfire about a house that runs away you will love it
I think your beginning to understand why many of us consider Angelina to be a vocal genius..it’s not just the voice..it’s everything else that backs that voice up,.I’d love to know what her IQ is…
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Britt, I really like you to react to Angelina's
- lowest register in 'How great thou art': ua-cam.com/video/WLAEy1LIHrc/v-deo.html
- techno dance melody: 'Abow the water' with TRXD: ua-cam.com/video/y6SilwnR2Zc/v-deo.html
- original poetic song: 'Song for A': ua-cam.com/video/Bo3mhxPM-uA/v-deo.html
- the exceptional 'Mont Everest': ua-cam.com/video/DYVxnY06BWw/v-deo.html
These four are completely different melodies and show here fantastic variety in music.
6:05 you mean 'vocal fry', kinda scratchy. When you spoke about the artists 'vision' I thought of Michelangelo. He saw David in that block of marble, and chiseled him out of it.
Thanks for this. Hadn't seen the early clip previously. Here's another potential dual reaction for you. Both are short.
Angelina's first audition at Norway's Got Talent (age 7 yrs). A capella rendition of Billie Holiday's "I'm a Fool to Want You". ua-cam.com/video/6LIcQL5gLoY/v-deo.html
Mom's video of 12 yr old Angelina in-studio recording Billie Holiday's "I'm a Fool to Want You". Audio is dubbed from her album. ua-cam.com/video/SGx0djXTXQk/v-deo.html
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