I agree totally. I said the same thing. If Dolly had never did it, then this amazing song would have never exsited. So props to her for this song and Whitney, who took it to another level. Great work by two icons.
Yeah, and actually Dollys version is reallllllly good too....Whitneys version is just hard to top. And that's even with Dollys version being absolutely amazing
This woman sang on Broadway for 3 years. She's put out multiple hit records and toured the world. This is her touring the world in a stage play for "The Bodyguard". Why would you think she would be nervous?
She reminds me of Celine and Whitney. So unique and talented. Just discovered her after searching for a video of Andrea Bocelli singing Canto Della Terra live. Found a video where he sings the song with Heather and it blew me away.
I have to say it, I have heard Whitney Houston for many years singing this song as she did in the movie the bodyguard, but listening to heather Headly at this right moment blows my mind. she is out of this world, brilliant, authentic, original, definitely she is the best. i will always love Whitney but Heather Headly is ....................
I am glad that this woman's performance at the West End garnered rave reviews. :) She clearly deserves it. And I commend her for taking a role for which she is sure to be compared of the late Whitney Houston. Very brave taking on WH songs which she was able to give justice to... I'm sure Whitney's really proud of the project and Heather herself. :)
What a voice and talent. I first saw Heather Headly in Aida on Broadway NY and once again in NY. Lucky I was. After That I have been following the talent she is. Unknown to some but a good Freemasons dance track titled 'In My Mind' is one of the contributions she has made.
It's funny how people who probably have no musical training say someone is flat. As someone with lots of musical training, I will go on record saying she is NOT flat and this is a breathtaking performance. I'm seeing the show in 2 weeks and from this performance it will probably be the theatrical viewing performance of my year. I love Heather, seen her in both The Lion King and Aida, and followed her recording career. Folks, she's not portraying Whitney, she's portraying Rachel. Stop comparing.
AWESOME! Puts her own thumbprint on the song while maintaining integrity of past performers. Don't compare....just listening and fall in love with this voice....POWERFUL!! See another example of Heathers power by watching "In My Mind."
The way Heather Headley covered a MASSIVELY iconic song sung by a LEGEND, and interpreted that same song so authentically and impeccably is INCREDIBLE. Very few artists possess the talent and ability to do that. Much respect!!! XOXOXO
+Raymond Sherbaum, then you missed this gloomy gus who was totally unamused! Great voice, and she deserves praise. This song is absolutely suited for her voice. However nobody (ok, maybe a few) should take on judy and I didnt enjoy her updated urban version of "over there rainbow"
+bearcub17055 I was not suggesting that anyone could improve on Judy's version by any stretch of the imagination! I was merely stating that for her particular version, she did a stellar job!
to all you naysayers, let's remember that this is the BODYGUARD musical...she's not trying to mimic or copy Whitney Houston, she's playing the character from BODYGUARD...also, she is never gonna be Whitney...and furthermore, let's remember that Whitney didn't originate this song either - DOLLY DID...each person will give it their own spin and they ALL perform it beautifully in their own, artistic, way! :) END RANT! :)
Mark Conroy Dolly did a SMART choice giving it to Whitney because she owned that shit haha when people think of that song they don't think of no damn Dolly they think of Whitney f who wrote Whitney made that damn song lol and my girl Headly did beautiful with her vocals
Amazing voice! Regardless of what other people say, the girl is talented. She may never be mainstream but hopefully she'll always have a successful career.
You know what is more admirable? It is that in any moment she tried to impersonate Whitney. She could give her own interpretation. I have been following her since I have founded out her and Andrea Bocceli in a duet.
That's one of the best vocal performances ever... any genre... any singer. As far as her sounding like whitney... there were *moments* of tribute but the performance was all Heather. It should be a master class.
This is the best rendering of the song after Whitney Houston , that is for sure. She is among the best vocalists in America. She has a superb control of the voice. God bless her. Great
i always thought she was suppose to be the next whitney Houston..She never got the credit she deserve..But i see someone saw her talent for her to pay tribute to Whitney
They are both amazing/great singers. Whitney had the Clive Davis super hype machine + super producers behind her while Heather took the regular singer route that involves musicals & broadway.
John Carbon no offense to Whitney, but she couldn’t sing that song long term due to her personal demons, but she did the best version of it for sure. But, this woman is a triple threat!
Perfect. Just sheer perfection. i loved her in Aida but I think she just outdid herself and raised the bar even higher. She is truly magnificent. Hope this production goes TO B'way and gets her a much deserved Tony
That was such an amazing job. Loved this performance, and she made it all her own. She definitely did not do what others did and try and sound like Whitney. She did what she should have, she sang it as herself, Ms. Heather Headley, glad this popped up as a suggestion for a video.
Whitney was my favorite singer ever and I cried my heart out when she passed. Heather brought it all back with her amazing voice. I can't hear enough of her singing. Absolutely amazing!
This is so beautiful..... She is the best for this role!!!! I love how she used a little of Whitney but also ALOT of HEATHER... My praise to you heather!
One of my favorite singers of all time
What a performer. The most underrated singer of all time
Whitney and Heather were spectacular singing this song! Just a side note---we should also give thanks to Dolly Parton who wrote the song!
I agree totally. I said the same thing. If Dolly had never did it, then this amazing song would have never exsited. So props to her for this song and Whitney, who took it to another level. Great work by two icons.
+Raymond Sherbaum and Dolly also sang the hell out of it, as did Whitney, and this girl is puttin' a hurtin' on it.
Raymond Sherbaum
Yeah, and actually Dollys version is reallllllly good too....Whitneys version is just hard to top. And that's even with Dollys version being absolutely amazing
agree with all you said.
unlike many singers she did not make the mistake of trying to sing like whitney, she sang it like heather headley only could
Marquis Bryant she sang it as it should be sung in a musical version :)
You've got that right! No one can outperform this lady, for sure!
Amen, Marquis. She applied her brand to the meaning written in the words of this song by singing her style...to me a combination of soul and artistry.
Thank you. This sounds just as beautiful as Whitney and Dolly’s version.
Beutifuly
She is honestly the only woman who can cover any song and make it amazing. She is The Voice of Theatre.
Speaking of covers, I was thinking for a while Heather should do a Disney album.
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Have you heard of Charice? Then you should check out her. She was named the most talented girl in THE WORLD by Oprah so....
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Her control, unlike so many who cover/sing this song, is amazing. Many can hit the notes, but few with such precision. She is a broadway legend.
Absolutely perfect rendition!
Heather Headley is Beyond brilliant. She is so beautiful and talented her voice is a masterpiece
Wow, she sang this song from her soul! Phenomenal voice!
To get in front of a live audience and start Acappella is no easy task.
She did an amazing job. whitney would be proud.
This woman sang on Broadway for 3 years. She's put out multiple hit records and toured the world. This is her touring the world in a stage play for "The Bodyguard". Why would you think she would be nervous?
Perfect....she sung this as Heather not Whitney...Awesome rendition....
Woah impeccable breath control; I'm astonished!
Still watching in 2023... goosebumps. Such a beautiful rendition. Heather is sublime.
Heather Headley is one of the most gifted singers of our time. It is such a shame that she is not recognized as the gift that she is.
This woman's voice is just so Beautiful :) She really made it her own.
yes indeed!!
she absolutely blew me away! No one will ever sing it exactly like whitney, but this woman was absolutely outstanding! the audience were captivated. x
Her projection HURTS my soul.
So beautiful!!
the broadway in her.
Absolutely beautiful performance and beyond words; but I can say this, i felt chills hearing this song by Heather Headley
hearher headley is simply great there is no comparison.
Whitney would be so proud of this performance.
Robert Dumbrill Whitney would have went crazy and ran through the aisles like she did when Kim Burrell sang "I Believe in You and Me."
yes she would've. she paid tribute by singing that song with reverence and respect that it was due
And the writer and first one to sing it, miss Dolly Parton.
@@JamesJonesPlayBack exactly
Agreed
She reminds me of Celine and Whitney. So unique and talented. Just discovered her after searching for a video of Andrea Bocelli singing Canto Della Terra live. Found a video where he sings the song with Heather and it blew me away.
i discovered her after searching a video of Andreea Bocelli , named vivo per lei . she is so good
6yrs later..... found her the same way
this woman can sing
I have to say it, I have heard Whitney Houston for many years singing this song as she did in the movie the bodyguard, but listening to heather Headly at this right moment blows my mind. she is out of this world, brilliant, authentic, original, definitely she is the best. i will always love Whitney but Heather Headly is ....................
I am glad that this woman's performance at the West End garnered rave reviews. :) She clearly deserves it. And I commend her for taking a role for which she is sure to be compared of the late Whitney Houston. Very brave taking on WH songs which she was able to give justice to... I'm sure Whitney's really proud of the project and Heather herself. :)
She made this her song - just an incredible talent - she is under rated - the bigger the song the more she excels
Anyone still listening in October 2019?
Duh..who ever clicked is listening....tired old comment
Jes!
Put the SHUT to the UP
@@cragerzz 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Listening 2020.....Heather is OUTSTANDING!❤️
She is phenomenal, one of my favorites. Deserves so much more recognition for her undeniable talent.
This kind of emotional and spiritual genius is a rare gift to the world. Thank you.
She killed it 😍😍😍😍😍✨✨ idc what y'all say .. Nobody gonna sound just like Whitney but SHE KILLED IT
Heather is the most underrated performer of her time. I am in awe of her beautiful voice
What a voice and talent. I first saw Heather Headly in Aida on Broadway NY and once again in NY. Lucky I was. After That I have been following the talent she is. Unknown to some but a good Freemasons dance track titled 'In My Mind' is one of the contributions she has made.
Whitney Houston is my idol, but i have to admit that this really is one of the best live rendition of this song.
no one will ever replace Whitney but this lady does an amazing version in tribute to THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT
One of the most beautiful voices with what appears with no effort. Truly angelic
The kind of voice you have to be born with!!!!!!!!!! You are awesome Heather.
It's funny how people who probably have no musical training say someone is flat. As someone with lots of musical training, I will go on record saying she is NOT flat and this is a breathtaking performance. I'm seeing the show in 2 weeks and from this performance it will probably be the theatrical viewing performance of my year. I love Heather, seen her in both The Lion King and Aida, and followed her recording career. Folks, she's not portraying Whitney, she's portraying Rachel. Stop comparing.
People are deaf!? She’s nowhere near flat.
Beautiful she took her time and did it her way. executed well.
I don't know why this came across my feed but Heather Headley did that! She has an mazing voice.
One of the best renditions of this song. Amazing performance by Heather :)
That nasal resonance voice make sHeather distinct...
She's great...
Heather has an amazing voice. She is an amazing actress. Sweet Magnolias - love this show !
Just Beautiful!! Why did I just learn about this awesome singer??
Outstanding lady who gives a beautiful performance. Heather did it her way. Perfect.👏👏👏👏👏👏
This is an amazing rendition of this song by an amazing Trinidadian woman Ms Heather Headley!!!
AWESOME! Puts her own thumbprint on the song while maintaining integrity of past performers. Don't compare....just listening and fall in love with this voice....POWERFUL!!
See another example of Heathers power by watching "In My Mind."
The way Heather Headley covered a MASSIVELY iconic song sung by a LEGEND, and interpreted that same song so authentically and impeccably is INCREDIBLE. Very few artists possess the talent and ability to do that.
Much respect!!! XOXOXO
She was so exquisite singing at the Andrea Bocelli concert on December 12th! She had the audience on their feet!
+Raymond Sherbaum, then you missed this gloomy gus who was totally unamused! Great voice, and she deserves praise. This song is absolutely suited for her voice. However nobody (ok, maybe a few) should take on judy and I didnt enjoy her updated urban version of "over there rainbow"
+bearcub17055 I was not suggesting that anyone could improve on Judy's version by any stretch of the imagination! I was merely stating that for her particular version, she did a stellar job!
Beautiful!!!!
What a gift this lovely lady has... beyond words...Saw”Aida “ 3 times..
Many years ago.. awesome inside and out...🙏😘
to all you naysayers, let's remember that this is the BODYGUARD musical...she's not trying to mimic or copy Whitney Houston, she's playing the character from BODYGUARD...also, she is never gonna be Whitney...and furthermore, let's remember that Whitney didn't originate this song either - DOLLY DID...each person will give it their own spin and they ALL perform it beautifully in their own, artistic, way! :) END RANT! :)
you just preached #pointblankandthe. truth
You said it!!!!
Yeah I think your points were MADE a couple years ago....Heather took a chance and it didn't work out
Close down the thread. You said what needed to be said! Speak it!
Mark Conroy Dolly did a SMART choice giving it to Whitney because she owned that shit haha when people think of that song they don't think of no damn Dolly they think of Whitney f who wrote Whitney made that damn song lol and my girl Headly did beautiful with her vocals
Wow! One of the best renditions of Whitney's version of this song that I've ever heard she sounded a lot like her. Great job!!!😊
One of best voice I had ever heard.
lets stop down grading one for the other..Whitney was a great singer so Is heather..beautiful sista..Love this women..
Sometimes, when I’m feeling a little down, I come back to this video, and it gives me life time and time again.
The control of her voice is flawless!
my first time hearing her sing. she is awesome and can definitely sing that song, bar none.
stillwill2215 listen to her duet with Andrea Bocelli singing The Prayer ☺️
Actually she had some hits in the 90s ‘He is’ ‘I wish i wasnt’ etc
3:24 how does she sing that whole line in one breath!? Omg
Quite a bit of training, is how.
2021 and I'm blown away by this performance!!
Whoshhh!! Literal goosebumps 🥺❤️
A beautiful performance of a difficult song to perform.A spectacular rendition.Sing girl.
you know, i've watched other people singing this, and i've not cried, until i watch heather, what an outstanding performance
Her projection at 4:18 was amazing! Talented lady
very much agree she is a very technical singer, gorgeous voice
That falsetto chest flip is impressive
Amazing voice! Regardless of what other people say, the girl is talented. She may never be mainstream but hopefully she'll always have a successful career.
You know what is more admirable? It is that in any moment she tried to impersonate Whitney. She could give her own interpretation. I have been following her since I have founded out her and Andrea Bocceli in a duet.
me too. Incredible voice !
I found her in the Lion King Musical
BEAUTIFULLY DONE.....
That's one of the best vocal performances ever... any genre... any singer. As far as her sounding like whitney... there were *moments* of tribute but the performance was all Heather. It should be a master class.
This is the best rendering of the song after Whitney Houston , that is for sure. She is among the best vocalists in America. She has a superb control of the voice. God bless her. Great
She is AMAZING
Yes yes! Wonderful and I loved how you made it your own baby. Good job
i always thought she was suppose to be the next whitney Houston..She never got the credit she deserve..But i see someone saw her talent for her to pay tribute to Whitney
You cannot compare both girls. However, I do respect that Heather respected Whitney as one of her heroes.
Never will be one to compare! Facts. But bravo Heather
They are both amazing/great singers. Whitney had the Clive Davis super hype machine + super producers behind her while Heather took the regular singer route that involves musicals & broadway.
John Carbon no offense to Whitney, but she couldn’t sing that song long term due to her personal demons, but she did the best version of it for sure. But, this woman is a triple threat!
@John Carbon Both of them are great vocalists. No one is better than another. Art does not compare.
Not taking anything away from the Queen Ms, Whitney Houston, Heather sound AMAZINGLY Beautiful!!!!!!
Heather did an excellent cover. Made me cry because I will always think and remember Whitney and this, her signature song. R. I. P. darling.
Perfect. Just sheer perfection. i loved her in Aida but I think she just outdid herself and raised the bar even higher. She is truly magnificent. Hope this production goes TO B'way and gets her a much deserved Tony
It was the crisp note sparkles from Whitney's voice that captivated us all. No one sings Whitney like Whitney!
Yeassss!! That was a great rendition!! Heather's control is brilliant!
That was such an amazing job. Loved this performance, and she made it all her own. She definitely did not do what others did and try and sound like Whitney. She did what she should have, she sang it as herself, Ms. Heather Headley, glad this popped up as a suggestion for a video.
That initial “And Iiiiiiiiiiiii.....” in the very beginning wuz so haunting and cut thru so clear!
Whitney was my favorite singer ever and I cried my heart out when she passed. Heather brought it all back with her amazing voice. I can't hear enough of her singing. Absolutely amazing!
Heather’s version gave me goosebumps and my heart was in awww. Beautiful rendition. Misty eyed right now
One of the best renditions of this song I've ever heard this lady is phenomenal
This is the BEST rendition of this song that I've heard! Miss Headley made it her OWN with her own brand of vocal gymnastics!!!
Fort Wayne, Indiana, is SO PROUD OF YOU!
Simply AMAZING! Im difficult to impress....this lady has God given talent!
I have listened to this over and over. One of the single best vocal performances I have ever heard. Ever!
DAMN Headley's still got the voice. Haven't heard much of her lately, but this almost makes up for the wait. She's a phenom.
The beginning is soooo effortless, its breathtaking. She is incredible in The Bodyguard
The hairs on my arms have only just gone done, this was absolutely beautiful. Just woah!
That was beautiful!
One of my favorite female artists. Sings with feeling and emotion. Performs, captivates you.
Another amazing cover by Ms. Headley! She made the song her own as if it were the first time the world was hearing it.
She slayed it! End of story!
I want this played at my funeral as my final message to everyone there. Wow beautiful...
best rendition ever, have you realize that Caribbean artiste are popping up and slaying everywhere these days,,,,x.X big up trini meh sistrin
That was so beautiful, classy and sophisticated Heather, you're amazing!!!......R.I.P.
Ms. Whitney Houston....she would have been so proud of you!!!
Hitting those notes EFFORTLESSLY! Just magnificent!
All I can say is Wow Heather.clap, clap, clap. :-) 2019
Absolutely amazing ! I am speechless.
Omg, one of the best renditions of this song, she has an amazing voice...beautiful woman, beautiful voice....
She makes it look so effortless
She doesn't get the credit she deserves !!!!!!!
This is so beautiful..... She is the best for this role!!!! I love how she used a little of Whitney but also ALOT of HEATHER... My praise to you heather!