Aw it is just so good. You could place her in any decade since 1920 to present day and she wouldn't sound out of place. One of my favorite artists with the sound of a true timeless classic.
its funny how most people complaining about her melisma don't know what it's called, but i'm guessing they just unconditionally dislike it, without considering the differences between a good one and a bad one. she's selective and mindful about where she does it, and doesn't spend time sliding to find the right notes, she jumps between them instantly. those are the signs of a REALLY good singer, someone's who's mastered what they do.
It's true there are so much trash and garbage in the music industry but in all that trash there are still amazing artist like: Janele Monae, Adele, Lupe Fiasco, Macklemore, Emeli Sandé, Erykah Badu and many more who show that art is still alive and breathing. And i honor and praise these artist.
A lot of people complain about the runs she goes on, I personally prefer this version. I'm usually very critical about covers & subscribe to the theory that less is more... but I've heard just about every version of this song and this one gets me EVERYTIME.... Go figure
It's nice to see an artist who is just an artist. You don't hear her in the tabloids everyday with some new drama. She gets her attention by her art. Love it.
Janelle Monae is now one of the greats in my book. She may not be mainstream but she's definitely going to be remembered for creating classic music and her golden voice.
She is such a frickin DNA-upgraded genius talent. The intention and meaning behind every song's storytelling unyieldingly leads to Love, considering Love, understanding Love and Freedom in some way of communicating it with sophisticated measures of implementation. Why isn't she on everyone's lips instead of Christina Aguilera or whoever and whatever? Think about it. Anyways, she's a timeless chameleon who speaks her Truth across every style and genre.
Oh my goodness. A real voice with one instrument so we can hear her actual voice. A rare things these days. Love her interpretation of Smile. Never heard it sung that way. It is absolutely beautiful. Very heartfelt.
Her voice is BEAUTIFUL. Oh MAN. the richest, most PURE TONE... WOW!!!! This is the first time i have ever heard her voice ;$ im in luv. and the first time ive heard in a 'live' kinda way. damn... amazing. Too many melismas tho in my opinion... she shoulda left some of the melismas at the door to let it b more simple
I love her man. People feel some type of way because she is unique, has a different swag, and dresses in black and white. She posed for the cover or Vogue and is becoming more and more well-known everyday. Her SNL performance surprised a lot of people. I can't wait to see what she does next. I've been a fan since the beginning. I love you always.
Janelle is a great artist who is a true talent and right up there with all the very best. Janelle's version of "Smile" is terrific, she's just great. Stevie, Nat, Judy & now Janelle. Wonderful, wonderful. I am a committed fan, love her !!
ok, I've officially found dusted off the piece of my heart that broke off when Lauryn HIll decided to leave the mainstream music scene. ... And I'm remixing it, remastering it and giving it to Janelle Monae.
looks like the guitarist is 3000, but the melody janelle created brought me to tears of joy.. and made me think of MJ again.. i dont ever think ill get over losing him.. R.I.P. Michael Jackson.. The One and Future King Of Pop.. all the real artists and fans still miss you, my man..
I think that standards don't need to be sung with so many riffs and runs, because they have so much more impact when sung simply. That's why I don't like this version very much. She has a killer voice though and I think she could've killed this song if she would've toned it down a bit. Hey no blow to her as a singer tho, she has a ton of talent and some crazy good control. One of the better mainstream artists nowadays.
Yeh. Not sure why she chose to sing it this way. She usually makes sure and she sings simply as she did for Goldfinger at the White House, etc. I can't get enough of her but yeh, the noodles, runs, etc, I feel are digressions in her gorgeous stroll of sound. Much love to Janelle always.
This young woman brings joy to my heart, and joy to my feet! I look forward to watching her grow and branch out. She inspires me ... and you know what, you never get to old to appreciate being inspired!
WWOOOWWW I LOVE Janele Monae and she sooo intelligent too she's just a beautiful person inside and out and when she explains what she is trying to accomplish in her life and in her music she makes you believe it I LOVE HER so much she's soooo Amazing!!!
she is too amazing, this cover was so perfect in her own way-- even though she went a little overboard on her runs, it still sounded so graceful with her voice and for her vision of the song spectacular
Without the glitz and glam, without the spotlight and fame, she is one of the best artist of this century. Janelle, I pray you never stop singing, never stop sharing this beautiful talent with the world. All the greats would be so very proud--there above us looking down,, and you made them smile.
I saw Janelle at Manchester Academy last night and OMG she was utterly AMAZING! She did this song and it was incredibly moving, her voice is like an angel. Big up to authentic, genuinely talented, passionate and humble artists everywhere :-)
i bought her album metropolis in 2008 and this was on there and i fell in love with this woman instantly... i'm so happy she's finally becoming known to the mainstream! SHE DESERVES IT!!
Wow, this is one of my favorite songs too, despite the slow mellow tone, it still manages to calm me down and make me feel better! Very awesome cover Janelle Monae!
Fantasia Elle Song Association brought me here. Didn't know Janelle did a rendition. ❤
Same here! ❤️❤️❤️
Me too
Same!
YEP! That's why I'm here right now!
Same 😭
Who else is here from Fantasia’s Song Association with Elle? lol
Brandon Mr.Unattainable Sloan yesssss
Lol.. yep.. that’ll be me..
Hey there!
@@janreyg.castillo3464 Good morning..😊
Morning dear!
Im here from Fantasia's song of association
Janelle Monáe is on a whole other level when compared to other modern artists.
Absolutely
Devin Riddle yes she is like the true artists like the generations from 80
Aw it is just so good. You could place her in any decade since 1920 to present day and she wouldn't sound out of place. One of my favorite artists with the sound of a true timeless classic.
beautifully said!
its funny how most people complaining about her melisma don't know what it's called, but i'm guessing they just unconditionally dislike it, without considering the differences between a good one and a bad one. she's selective and mindful about where she does it, and doesn't spend time sliding to find the right notes, she jumps between them instantly. those are the signs of a REALLY good singer, someone's who's mastered what they do.
they don't know,they're just talking.....and probably can't sing.A sign of people who live in tiny boxes and think everyone else should too!
Her voice is so beautiful. I love the HYPER JANELLE but I also love this calm Janelle. plus I love this song by MJ so I win.
Janelle is my new addiction
mine too
me three
mine toooooo
so good
Her voice is so clear and smooth! True class!
OMG! Janelle Monáe is a Living Legend.
One of the lovliest versions of Charlie Chaplin's song "Smile" I've ever heard.
love it when she sings ballads...simple songs really show how beautiful her voice is.
It's true there are so much trash and garbage in the music industry
but in all that trash there are still amazing artist like:
Janele Monae, Adele, Lupe Fiasco, Macklemore, Emeli Sandé, Erykah Badu and many more
who show that art is still alive and breathing. And i honor and praise these artist.
A lot of people complain about the runs she goes on, I personally prefer this version. I'm usually very critical about covers & subscribe to the theory that less is more... but I've heard just about every version of this song and this one gets me EVERYTIME.... Go figure
Does it make sense that this brought tears to my eyes because it is so beautiful? Janelle is a truly talented artist!
It's nice to see an artist who is just an artist. You don't hear her in the tabloids everyday with some new drama. She gets her attention by her art. Love it.
Janelle Monae is now one of the greats in my book. She may not be mainstream but she's definitely going to be remembered for creating classic music and her golden voice.
Beautiful JM..I'm sure MJ loves your version the most.
This is one for the ages.Such talent in this young woman!
There is absolutely nothing to say. I'm smiling
She has such a lovely voice. It's refreshing. :)
I love it! It's so sweet and controlled, she has an amazing voice.
She is such a frickin DNA-upgraded genius talent. The intention and meaning behind every song's storytelling unyieldingly leads to Love, considering Love, understanding Love and Freedom in some way of communicating it with sophisticated measures of implementation. Why isn't she on everyone's lips instead of Christina Aguilera or whoever and whatever? Think about it. Anyways, she's a timeless chameleon who speaks her Truth across every style and genre.
Oh my goodness. A real voice with one instrument so we can hear her actual voice. A rare things these days. Love her interpretation of Smile. Never heard it sung that way. It is absolutely beautiful. Very heartfelt.
Her voice is BEAUTIFUL. Oh MAN. the richest, most PURE TONE... WOW!!!! This is the first time i have ever heard her voice ;$ im in luv. and the first time ive heard in a 'live' kinda way. damn... amazing. Too many melismas tho in my opinion... she shoulda left some of the melismas at the door to let it b more simple
I saw her perform this song live a while back and it was beautiful... Now I can watch it over and over again.
Of such apparently simple moments is true greatness made.
I love her man. People feel some type of way because she is unique, has a different swag, and dresses in black and white. She posed for the cover or Vogue and is becoming more and more well-known everyday. Her SNL performance surprised a lot of people. I can't wait to see what she does next. I've been a fan since the beginning. I love you always.
FLAWLESS
When I first saw this 14 years ago, it literally moved me to tears. She sang this so beautifully that very few could sing to move people to tears
WOW! Her magnificent voice gives me chills! Love her!
Janelle is a great artist who is a true talent and right up there with all the very best. Janelle's version of "Smile" is terrific, she's just great. Stevie, Nat, Judy & now Janelle. Wonderful, wonderful. I am a committed fan, love her !!
this is so magical..
I'm constantly amazed at her voice. She has such incredible control and clarity
*tears* God I miss him EVERDAY! Thanks Ms. Monáe C:
I often come back to this video..
was meant to see her & Kimbra LIVE this year until she fell ill
so much beauty and one of my all time faves x
I love this girl
So wonderful an artist..God I am glad I found you. Thank you for your Gifts.
Beautiful
Love the Kat playing Guitar. Didn't know there was still Kool Kats like him around anymore.
For real.
I teared up listening to this. This girl is amazing....Im speechless.... her talent is unbeleiveable.
I love this..Nate King Cole and Take 6 both have great versions of this
We need more of this! This is what we want! This is what gives us the life!
ok, I've officially found dusted off the piece of my heart that broke off when Lauryn HIll decided to leave the mainstream music scene. ... And I'm remixing it, remastering it and giving it to Janelle Monae.
Lovely voice - this is the first time I'm hearing her sing and I'm loving it !!!
Perfection
So did not expect to cry. Heavy with emotion yet light in execution. Respect...peace!
flawless
Good lord .. she´s so beautiful and she sings like an angel !!!
im a blown away !
Big big , enormous up for Janelle..
where did she find ike turner at in the bacc ground??lol lmao
looks like the guitarist is 3000, but the melody janelle created brought me to tears of joy.. and made me think of MJ again.. i dont ever think ill get over losing him.. R.I.P. Michael Jackson.. The One and Future King Of Pop.. all the real artists and fans still miss you, my man..
smiling works for me as well
This popped up in my recommended and I wanted to scream. A decade later I want to cry cause her voice is so beautiful. 😢
Am I the only one who noticed the guitar player had on nail polish??
Her beauty blows me away, her vocals blow me even further.
She actually gave a me chills. I LOVE HER!!!
I think that standards don't need to be sung with so many riffs and runs, because they have so much more impact when sung simply. That's why I don't like this version very much. She has a killer voice though and I think she could've killed this song if she would've toned it down a bit.
Hey no blow to her as a singer tho, she has a ton of talent and some crazy good control. One of the better mainstream artists nowadays.
Yeh. Not sure why she chose to sing it this way. She usually makes sure and she sings simply as she did for Goldfinger at the White House, etc. I can't get enough of her but yeh, the noodles, runs, etc, I feel are digressions in her gorgeous stroll of sound. Much love to Janelle always.
This young woman brings joy to my heart, and joy to my feet! I look forward to watching her grow and branch out. She inspires me ... and you know what, you never get to old to appreciate being inspired!
Nice n'all. Kinda too much voice noodling for my tastes though.
this sista is truly beautiful inside and out. her voice is amazingly beautiful, calm, and soothing.
maybe I am being traditionalist, but I didnt like this version.
Her voice is amazing, but I agree... It's too slow for me...
What a clear recording. It feels like you are in the room with them. She's a gem.
Her voice is so soothing and melodic yet raspy and capturing. I love her!
WWOOOWWW I LOVE Janele Monae and she sooo intelligent too she's just a beautiful person inside and out and when she explains what she is trying to accomplish in her life and in her music she makes you believe it I LOVE HER so much she's soooo Amazing!!!
she is too amazing, this cover was so perfect in her own way-- even though she went a little overboard on her runs, it still sounded so graceful with her voice and for her vision of the song
spectacular
Without the glitz and glam, without the spotlight and fame, she is one of the best artist of this century. Janelle, I pray you never stop singing, never stop sharing this beautiful talent with the world. All the greats would be so very proud--there above us looking down,, and you made them smile.
I saw her preform this live, it was beautiful. I honestly almost cried her voice sounded so amazing, and I cry for nothing
What clarity, grace, and resonance! Whew!!
Her talents are amazing! I love hearing her voice in everything she sings.
she has such a timeless voice!! CLASSIC!
I saw Janelle at Manchester Academy last night and OMG she was utterly AMAZING! She did this song and it was incredibly moving, her voice is like an angel. Big up to authentic, genuinely talented, passionate and humble artists everywhere :-)
totally amazing range and versatility from a beautiful songstress
she is amazing... pure voice and soul... Great artist
Janelle is very special. I'm looking forward to her many future contributions to the quality of our lives. Loveliness.
im obsessed with janelles music! i love u janelle! release another album already!!!!!!
this is beautiful, her voice is even more beautiful
I love Janelle. This world needs more artist like her.
She is so smooth! I loved the arangement, too!
this woman's voice is beyond beautiful...it's soul beautiful.
Pure soulful voice, so smooth it flows effortlessly. And of course this song is a timeless classic
Her voice is amazing. My favourite new artist. Mainly because unlike almost everyone else on the radio, she IS one.
She is one of my favorites and she is so talented!!!!
Her voice is so pure and beautiful....wow
Ms Janelle Monáe has an amazingly versatile voice. I'm smitted with her beauty, her talent and her style.
i bought her album metropolis in 2008 and this was on there and i fell in love with this woman instantly... i'm so happy she's finally becoming known to the mainstream! SHE DESERVES IT!!
So beautiful! Just pure unadulterated talent - wish more singers would sing standards like this.
This is so beautiful
Just like her uniqueness
Saw her perform this live once. In person her voice is so amazing it was the 1st time music made me nearly cry. I was blown away
I love her!! Her voice is soothing n relazing
her voice is like a feather down pillow on this song. beyond delicate😍
Her voice is BEAUTIFULLL and so is she-3
This woman is single handedly saving the future of music. This is pure divinity.
she is a beautiful woman and a very talented artist...she is probably the best and purest voices I have heard....i also love this song...
This officially my favorite cover of this classic standard.
Beautiful! It's actually on her 2008 EP Metropolis: The Chase Suite! I'm glad people are finally recognizing this incredible artist!
She absolutely put me in a trance. Beauty in every form
This makes me happy to hear. She seems like a really lovely person.
i had the blessing to see this live last night in san diego. shes simply amazing
One of the best renditions of "Smile" I've ever heard. Brava, Ms. Monae!
Wow, this is one of my favorite songs too, despite the slow mellow tone, it still manages to calm me down and make me feel better! Very awesome cover Janelle Monae!
That's beauty right there... Timeless!
what a classic , amazing stunning VOICE !!! love it