Cynthia Erivo Performs "I'm Here" From "The Color Purple" | 2017 MAKERS Conference

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  • makers.com/conference . Tony-winning actress Cynthia Erivo performs “I’m Here” from the Broadway musical “The Color Purple” at the 2017 MAKERS Conference in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.

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  • @victormendes5154
    @victormendes5154 7 років тому +5659

    I'm obsessed with her face, her voice, her emotions.
    Such a phenomenal woman...

  • @jusie524
    @jusie524 6 років тому +4718

    Even her speaking voice is smooth, and her singing?? Literally LIQUID GOLD 🏆

  • @Veronikap143
    @Veronikap143 4 роки тому +916

    I could literally just hear her talk. Everything about her voice is perfectly crafted.

    • @jb2736
      @jb2736 2 роки тому +5

      British sound.

    • @foard82
      @foard82 Рік тому +7

      @@jb2736 beyond that… strength, beauty poise.

    • @jb2736
      @jb2736 Рік тому +1

      @@foard82 Yes...from her Nigerian culture side

  • @simoneperks1221
    @simoneperks1221 2 місяці тому +57

    Anyone still returning to this in 2024…? It’s still my happy place

  • @teaunasanders166
    @teaunasanders166 6 років тому +3254

    She has such a clean voice

    • @lel4389
      @lel4389 6 років тому +29

      T Sanders-Criner that’s why i watch this every day she’s soooooo gooood

    • @obibraxton2232
      @obibraxton2232 6 років тому +16

      I know exactly what you mean

    • @zora99ny
      @zora99ny 5 років тому +52

      Like a bell. Her sound is pure, bright, resonant and beautiful.

    • @cocosha5589
      @cocosha5589 4 роки тому +20

      That's the perfect description- "crispness"

    • @theshadestartsnow9818
      @theshadestartsnow9818 4 роки тому +8

      T Sanders-Criner control

  • @PhillipORourke
    @PhillipORourke 4 роки тому +2897

    This man is PLAYING this piano!!!!

  • @helloena
    @helloena 4 роки тому +1107

    0:00 preach
    1:51 "Mona Lisa (Masterpiece)"
    5:35 intro for "I'm Here"
    7:44 "I'm Here"
    In summary: weeps in love

  • @xavierbryceborja8412
    @xavierbryceborja8412 4 роки тому +905

    I never realized the characters' problem bled into the actors' problem and left trauma like that...
    She is a powerhouse for going through all that and give sensational performances time and again

    • @PDIMERY
      @PDIMERY 2 роки тому +37

      I wonder what connection Cynthia felt to this role on a personal level. From Growing up watching a lot of old Oprah interviews, I really think people take the roles they can deeply identify with/their character evolves on a path in a way that they see in themselves.

    • @keithwhitson
      @keithwhitson Рік тому +2

      😢

    • @dhite9220
      @dhite9220 Рік тому +3

      She's amazing!

    • @LaTashaGreenlee
      @LaTashaGreenlee 7 місяців тому +14

      Fantasia said something similar about playing Celie. She said she was carrying Celie's cross as well as her own and it was heavy. I think it must be a draining character to portray.

    • @LaTashaGreenlee
      @LaTashaGreenlee 7 місяців тому +5

      @@PDIMERYYou should watch her interview on the Terrell show where talks about her childhood a bit. It will help answer your question.

  • @blesseddaughter4358
    @blesseddaughter4358 5 років тому +1411

    Can we give props to the brother on the keys..Amazing combo.

    • @jeanmason4395
      @jeanmason4395 4 роки тому +2

      Yessssssz! I did before I read your comment!@

    • @AllIn1Studio
      @AllIn1Studio 3 роки тому +2

      Jason Michael Webb musical director of Broadway’s Color Purple. Why on earth could she not introduce him?! Taking all the spotlight. A true artist always acknowledges her supportive, brilliant, humble accompanist. That part she needs to learn to shine completely....to truly be a masterpiece!

    • @beandon1658
      @beandon1658 3 роки тому +17

      @@AllIn1Studio cynthia IS a true artist. you can watch this video again, or any other video of her performing if you need to convince yourself that she is indeed a true artist. you don’t know if they introduced him earlier.

    • @bonniejones4885
      @bonniejones4885 2 роки тому +6

      Perhaps consider maybe she introduced and thanked him as part of her closing. That is very customary and we have no sense of the full close after the song. IJS

  • @itsmeuce8601
    @itsmeuce8601 5 років тому +2506

    "It's message is much more important than it's circumstance."
    YOU BETTER PREACH TO THE CHILDREN OUT BACK!!

  • @Wl5134
    @Wl5134 4 роки тому +194

    I love the pianist. He plays with perfection without trying to draw attention to himself. Her voice has something I can’t explain. Her voice draws you in and touches your heart.

  • @emjay934
    @emjay934 3 роки тому +606

    Imagine being 53, and having to hear that you are worthless all those years to then hear the words of Cynthia telling you that you are not and feeling the tears, sadness and pain flowing right out of your soul. Knowing that you will hear the words worthless again soon, but that no one can take away this moment. I am going through such an enormously hard life, but it only makes me stronger. x

    • @natashajade4378
      @natashajade4378 2 роки тому +31

      Everyday your eyes open is conformation that your story is not over it’s confirmation that you are indeed worth something and in turn far from worthless

    • @emjay934
      @emjay934 2 роки тому +24

      @@natashajade4378 Thank you so much Natasha for writing that! So appreciated! I moved home, far away from where people did this to me and finally my kids and I live in a country where most of the people see us as a human again, and not as a colour, nationality or strange because of not being like them. Which gives me the chance now to let go of those words, to finally accept myself for who I am and to grow from there. The pain and sadness is still there, big time and it will be something I have to learn to carry with but on the other hand it made me into who I am now and it only fuels the need of wanting to be there for others, more. Wishing you all the best too! Thank you! x

    • @klhen8709
      @klhen8709 2 роки тому +11

      God's grace be upon you @Emjay. May the Lord continue to shine his face upon you and be gracious to you ❤️

    • @raypearson3513
      @raypearson3513 2 роки тому +6

      You are beautiful. You have done things in your life that many other people couldn't survive. I hear this song every day in my head, after 6 heart attacks, a stroke, finding my late partner dead on our couch, failing hearing, mad depression, etc. I could give up but, dear person, we ARE here!

    • @etengendurance4885
      @etengendurance4885 2 роки тому +2

      @@raypearson3513 Much love and warmth from me to you. We don't look like what we've been through and definitely are here because we're strong in character, essence and soul. We are here indeed and I love you. Know someone out here cares for real

  • @alexismichele9162
    @alexismichele9162 6 років тому +6323

    This woman is not a woman at all. She is an angel sent to us from the most joyous corner of heaven.

    • @Daniel-pw6zv
      @Daniel-pw6zv 6 років тому +88

      Alexis Michele those who can recognize an Angel are only Angels themselves.

    • @singerringerroses
      @singerringerroses 6 років тому +13

      For real?!

    • @Moormores
      @Moormores 5 років тому +5

      I love you too

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 5 років тому +6

      i cannot disagree. transcedant

    • @tbabel1329
      @tbabel1329 5 років тому +28

      You're right: that's why she is, indeed, a WOMAN

  • @johntucker8419
    @johntucker8419 6 років тому +2311

    we don't deserve her. She's right up there with Whitney. Please make a timeless record Cynthia. Forget about the charts! Pull an Adele, and just be you!

    • @charleslumpkin6170
      @charleslumpkin6170 6 років тому +60

      John Tucker she’s not like any other artist today. She’s one of a kind!

    • @mariecox6055
      @mariecox6055 6 років тому +74

      Whitney would of loved her and probably of wanted to do something with her. Whitney you are surely missed 💗💗

    • @DatBxtchJ4y
      @DatBxtchJ4y 6 років тому +5

      Absolutely..

    • @Jjj-qe9ph
      @Jjj-qe9ph 5 років тому +22

      No. She's not up there with Whitney. Will NEVER compare. Plus, she doesn't even like Black Americans

    • @Jjj-qe9ph
      @Jjj-qe9ph 5 років тому +14

      Sistah B and gets up here singing songs by the very same BA's she swears are jealous of her. Smh

  • @cassandrasmith2727
    @cassandrasmith2727 3 роки тому +571

    Her sweet voice caresses my soul. I’m at one of the saddest points in my life. My husband died this morning. Her beauty and sound are comforting my broken heart. 😢💔

    • @sheilalangton4537
      @sheilalangton4537 2 роки тому +22

      So sorry to hear that. I know that it is not easy losing someone especially our love ones but just know that you will get through this and Jesus is with you in every step you take, give him your pain and broken heart and he will give you a peace, love and a sound mind that you need to get through this. I pray that May God strength you each day and May you come out of this ten times stronger! You are blessed my sister 🙏🏾❤️❤️

    • @hiddenriver1980
      @hiddenriver1980 2 роки тому +21

      My deepest condolences to you. 🙏🏽

    • @dynettacole6852
      @dynettacole6852 2 роки тому +15

      Be beautiful my sister and allow yourself to be, everything at the same time and sometimes in parts. My prayers sent to you ✨

    • @Monica-dg3np
      @Monica-dg3np 2 роки тому +12

      Sending up prayers for your continued healing 🙏🏽 ❤

    • @lolacole5653
      @lolacole5653 2 роки тому +13

      I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that Jehovah gives you comfort.

  • @jenimaymabini6292
    @jenimaymabini6292 4 роки тому +280

    Jazmine Sullivan songs are so underrated. She's a Great Singer-songwriter. Thank you Cynthia for singing one of her relatable songs. I also love your version very powerful! 😇🙆‍♀️💕🥰

    • @teafoster5643
      @teafoster5643 2 роки тому +7

      Yes Im a Jaz groupie lol. My favorite by her.

  • @AnaResse
    @AnaResse 6 років тому +747

    I saw her twice in The Color Purple. I’ve watched countless videos of her performing at various events. To realize that I’ve never heard her speak until watching this segment is astounding. I truly forgot that there is a person behind the melody. A person, who in this video, was selfless enough to appease the crowd and viewers.

    • @jasonhernandez3829
      @jasonhernandez3829 6 років тому +1

      didn't you hear her speak on stage? she did have lines

    • @zacharymckinnon6832
      @zacharymckinnon6832 4 роки тому +14

      Jason Hernandez she probably meant this is this first time she heard her speak as herself and not a character

  • @circlenostar
    @circlenostar 6 років тому +1229

    After hearing her give Jazmine Sullivan that love at the beginning my respect for Cynthia reached a whole new level

  • @SamTemple
    @SamTemple 5 місяців тому +16

    Fantasia and Cynthia’s versions are my favourites by Cynthia’s “I’ll stand as tall as the tallest tree” takes the cake every damn time

    • @CandicePL82
      @CandicePL82 5 місяців тому +2

      Literally I be on the floor sobbing

  • @aliciaz.6987
    @aliciaz.6987 4 роки тому +217

    I'm crying so hard right now. This woman never fails to make me FEEL what she is singing.

  • @fadhilramadhani1847
    @fadhilramadhani1847 6 років тому +403

    One of the best voices in the world now. Period.

    • @theOstenHugo
      @theOstenHugo 5 років тому +3

      Fadhil Ramadhani yes

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 5 років тому +3

      agreed

    • @mercysmartt9765
      @mercysmartt9765 5 років тому +5

      Where is the lie 🤷🏾‍♀️

    • @stantunnell8095
      @stantunnell8095 3 роки тому +1

      Rachelle Farrelle has the best voice PERIOD! But her voice is amazing!

    • @ms.ladysanders3939
      @ms.ladysanders3939 2 роки тому

      @@stantunnell8095 Say that again for the people in the back!!

  • @rcharlesboydii
    @rcharlesboydii 5 років тому +830

    I am a strong black man and not afraid to say I'm a Mona Lisa Masterpiece. I'm going to buy a wig just so I can put it on and snatch it. My God, my God...

  • @lkenneth11
    @lkenneth11 3 роки тому +99

    Her rendition of Mona Lisa got me through my break up, last year. 7 years of feeling worthless... I am a work of art. I am a masterpiece... Rewatching to remind myself...

  • @gloriamutoni5137
    @gloriamutoni5137 4 роки тому +16

    I listem this for the first time..today I prayed to God to give me the grace to be freely me, I have run away from myself for so long, I gotta show up. Thanks Erivo

  • @jordonwinn7661
    @jordonwinn7661 6 років тому +839

    ughhhh. she is so gorgeous, in every way.

  • @kaylaking4532
    @kaylaking4532 6 років тому +364

    I wasn’t expecting to cry..

  • @oliviaw4945
    @oliviaw4945 3 роки тому +53

    "Imagine that my voice is your voice" OH GOD I WISH

  • @aroidpapa
    @aroidpapa 4 роки тому +195

    She is incredible but DARN! her speaking voice is so cute and sweet, makes me want to hug her. What a lovely human.

  • @girlfriday73
    @girlfriday73 5 років тому +370

    I love hearing her speak and sharing the emotional toll it took to play Celie. We would never think, we assume actors/actresses simply dissociate or it becomes something they're used to. Thank you for sharing this with us!

  • @blulinx
    @blulinx 6 років тому +448

    I would pay money just to hear her tell stories, but when those notes come out of her mouth....it’s like an angel singing directly to me. She is so gifted and beautiful

  • @treysutherland8436
    @treysutherland8436 2 роки тому +115

    Behind every amazing singer is an amazing accompanist. That dude can freaking play!!! Bravo to both of them! Incredible.

  • @angelabaulkman4259
    @angelabaulkman4259 3 роки тому +66

    I fell in love with Cynthia after hearing her sing "Stand up" during the credits of Harriet. I wanted to know everything about her after that! Her voice is amazing! She is amazing!

    • @slycat2355
      @slycat2355 Рік тому

      Me too! I sing along to that song at the end of the movie and HAVE to watch it Everytime I see that it’s showing.

  • @rocketmammamia
    @rocketmammamia 6 років тому +585

    not only does cynthia have the most beautiful singing voice, but an incredibly beautiful speaking voice, and even more beautiful thoughts. thank you for sharing your gift, you radiant, iridescent woman. x

  • @Loveamandapatrice
    @Loveamandapatrice 6 років тому +2697

    First song: Jazmine Sullivan - Masterpiece (Mona Lisa)

    • @SweetDee101
      @SweetDee101 6 років тому +12

      Amanda Hawkins thank you

    • @sunshinebae8464
      @sunshinebae8464 6 років тому +27

      This is my new favorite song now

    • @blackqueen5201
      @blackqueen5201 5 років тому +33

      One of my favs from Jasmine, touches my heart because i too never feel like I'm not good enough

    • @blackqueen5201
      @blackqueen5201 5 років тому +29

      Guys look for the live performance by Jasmine Sullivan 😍😍😍😍

    • @nm.a3823
      @nm.a3823 5 років тому +6

      Thank you

  • @mikayladovell548
    @mikayladovell548 4 роки тому +51

    11:36 the sun came out from behind the clouds and filled the room with a pool of honey. spoke to my soul.

  • @mysterylovescompany2657
    @mysterylovescompany2657 4 роки тому +111

    I have literally just now discovered this women, and I am just....wowed....by her _presence_ . That cool dignity, that crystal-fine gravitas. I mean, yeah, her voice is incredible, but there's lots of nightingales in the entertainment world, today. But she - _she_ just has such an aura of easy *power* .
    Dear reader, she has stolen me. Now I have to go glut myself on everything she's done.

  • @sgd.6830
    @sgd.6830 4 роки тому +211

    I came here from word association, I’d never heard of Cynthia Erivo before 🤷‍♂️ but OMG I am in love 🥰 and now I’ve been on you tube for 2 hours so far searching and watching MISS Erivo non stop ❌❌❌❌

    • @Morphedintoiat43
      @Morphedintoiat43 4 роки тому

      Right?!

    • @khanyisagura4377
      @khanyisagura4377 4 роки тому +2

      Me too right now!!

    • @theresakirton6730
      @theresakirton6730 2 роки тому +5

      I just saw her sing for the 1st time on Jimmy Fallon and fell in love with her, and I didn’t know she played the Harriet Tubman role which she played phenomenally, Cynthia Erivo now has a new fan, and I will be looking forward to all she has for the world to hear.🥰

    • @lindiwesoko7876
      @lindiwesoko7876 Рік тому +1

      Me too

    • @judibooty2091
      @judibooty2091 Рік тому +1

      Same 💯💯💯

  • @RobertKraig
    @RobertKraig 5 років тому +318

    Wow, simply wow. She puts so many pop music singers to shame with her breath & and silky smooth voice. She hits so many ranges with very little effort. She is the Bugatti Veyron of singers.

    • @lindar6326
      @lindar6326 4 роки тому +1

      You are probably a brit. Can y'all make your own Hollywood and stop faking Americans peoples accents

    • @shelbygwiza9861
      @shelbygwiza9861 4 роки тому +11

      Linda R are you hurt 😂 being an actor is being versatile get out ur own arse

    • @marierose9898
      @marierose9898 2 роки тому +5

      She does. Pure class.

    • @theresagbekia1284
      @theresagbekia1284 2 роки тому +1

      We have it sir
      She’s an additional blessing she puts shame on no other category that we are blessed with

    • @wisdomdantecourt8179
      @wisdomdantecourt8179 2 роки тому

      Yeah, they do things a bit differently across the pond........

  • @jackbyne1909
    @jackbyne1909 2 роки тому +61

    How is cynthia not a superstar today? She deserves so many roles that are gifted away to celebs for ticket sales. I truly think she could play any part and any role. I just cant wait to see her more on the biggest stages and screens

    • @matthewhanson239
      @matthewhanson239 Рік тому +4

      Her voice is just outrageously amazing. And the way she just tells you a story with it is also straight up Broadway magic. I think she will blow the world away as Elphaba!

    • @Greegree99
      @Greegree99 8 місяців тому

      Because talent is garbage today. All about looks, NOT talent.

  • @spagetd1526
    @spagetd1526 2 роки тому +31

    even her talking voice is so beautiful. she’s so calming and charming person

  • @Salomeamber
    @Salomeamber 5 років тому +509

    My eyes ain't used to these rays
    I'm feeling exposed, but I hide no more
    I can't hide
    As the sun shines on all of my glory
    My flaws don't look so bad at all
    What was I so afraid of?
    Every part of me is a vision of a portrait
    Of Mona, of Mona Lisa
    Every part of me is beautiful
    And I finally see I'm a work of art
    A masterpiece
    Who is this I've tried so long fight?
    Filling my heads with lies that I'm not good enough
    Then I heard something in my ear
    Tell I'm perfect, now that I know the truth
    Time to show and prove
    Every part of me is a vision of a portrait
    Of Mona, of Mona Lisa
    Every part of me is beautiful
    And I finally see I'm a work of art
    A masterpiece
    And now I see the pretty colors on my canvas
    I'm a work of art, a Mona Lisa
    I'll share my picture with the world
    Not afraid to let it show anymore
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (Let my colors paint the sky)
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (There is beauty in my eyes)
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (And I can see it now, I believe it now, I can feel it now)
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (Want the world to see, I'm a work of art. I'm a masterpiece)
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (I am beautiful)
    Every part of me is a vision of a portrait
    Of Mona, of Mona Lisa
    Every part of me is beautiful
    And I finally see I'm a work of art
    A masterpiece

    • @bmainye
      @bmainye 5 років тому +2

      Salomé Amber beautiful

    • @MedicalTeam1999
      @MedicalTeam1999 5 років тому +2

      Thank you for the lyrics.

    • @theOstenHugo
      @theOstenHugo 5 років тому +5

      **but i can’t hide no more, i can’t hide
      **im a masterpiece (last line)

    • @chanchantorres
      @chanchantorres 5 років тому +1

      1:52

    • @krystingrant6292
      @krystingrant6292 5 років тому +2

      Omg Jazmine Sullivan

  • @AlanNJUSA
    @AlanNJUSA 6 років тому +204

    She is a phenomenal talent. I've seen Broadway shows for over 20 years. Her portrayal Celie in The Color Purple was ASTOUNDING! She got standing and screaming ovations at every performance of I'm Here.

  • @garrymoore-eroomyrrag
    @garrymoore-eroomyrrag 3 роки тому +25

    Thank you for choosing to sing the song for us, Cynthia. As a victim of current and ongoing abuse, this song has meant so much to me. It has helped me cope and realize that I am beautiful and I am here. The message truly is so powerful, and I'm glad you came into my life at the moment I most needed you and needed to hear this song.

  • @jennabruno9876
    @jennabruno9876 4 роки тому +84

    I’ve watched this video countless times and every time I cry so hard. I can’t believe there are people on this earth that have a voice that angelic.

  • @alphacharm
    @alphacharm 5 років тому +646

    I can’t wait to see her as Harriet Tubman

    • @sydthedrawingkid
      @sydthedrawingkid 5 років тому +13

      Alpha Charm shes gonna be apart of tom hollands chaos walking too!!! shes gonna be so good!!!!!!!!!!

    • @theOstenHugo
      @theOstenHugo 5 років тому +14

      Alpha Charm wait WHAT?! when is this happening bc what ppl don’t understand is sure she can sing her ass off but she can ACT even better!!!

    • @CandicePL82
      @CandicePL82 4 роки тому +3

      I am so Geeked

    • @CandicePL82
      @CandicePL82 4 роки тому +5

      I told my Daughter we MUST GO

    • @xenakaii
      @xenakaii 4 роки тому +3

      She said she is a workout junkie!!

  • @ashleypadilla9448
    @ashleypadilla9448 6 років тому +370

    Ive never heard the first song. And it's beautiful. I know she didn't have to start this with talking but I'm so glad she did because she is right we often do forget that there is a person behind the actor. I just love how she gave us insight as to why she won't do "I'm here" as often. Which to me make that song so much more special. She is a wonder and beautiful person.

    • @msthang5366
      @msthang5366 6 років тому +10

      Ashley Padilla go on iTunes and look for Jazzmin Sullivan..
      It’s a shame she’s not known more!! She’s exceptional

    • @obibraxton2232
      @obibraxton2232 6 років тому +7

      Jazmine Sullivan... get your life she's amazing they both are

    • @cheriemoose5527
      @cheriemoose5527 6 років тому +4

      It's called Masterpiece

    • @shazigetssober2394
      @shazigetssober2394 5 років тому +6

      Masterpiece by Jazmine Sullivan is the first song. And I agree with comment.

    • @YAHOO872
      @YAHOO872 5 років тому +6

      Jazmine Sullivan, that woman's voice will change your life

  • @sandiswawiti9920
    @sandiswawiti9920 2 роки тому +20

    I don't usually comment, I watch silently
    But for months I've been coming to this video everytime I feel down and today it feels like she's singing to me

  • @mikeyriggs5451
    @mikeyriggs5451 4 роки тому +43

    Her performance made me cry, stunning. Absolutely stunning.

  • @adrianneji1234
    @adrianneji1234 5 років тому +67

    Is like the air is perfectly floating through and out of her, no blocking at all, it's perfect

  • @boseknows0
    @boseknows0 7 років тому +251

    Such lovely thoughts behind that lovely voice.

    • @aneesakaily
      @aneesakaily 6 років тому +2

      Kevin Boseman are you related to Chadwick Boseman?

  • @sisam1724
    @sisam1724 2 роки тому +23

    Her voice is so resonant and crystal clear. Haunting in its beauty. I can't.

  • @bournoville2006
    @bournoville2006 7 місяців тому +8

    I’m here, right now alone at home, in this rainy day felling blue, sad and lonely, also thinking that I may not be enough for anyone, I was feeling ugly, insecure and, in my hopes to forget about how I was felling, and what was happening in my mind and in my soul. Suddenly I crossed to this video. And this changed everything, thank you four your light and inspiration! Thank you for your existence, I needed this! You are an Angel, and now I know and I’m sure I’m beautiful, and most importantly im here!

  • @whittyp813
    @whittyp813 4 роки тому +80

    She’s gorgeous and her voice is like butter!!

  • @carmi.b-wrld
    @carmi.b-wrld 7 років тому +152

    She continues to surprise and amaze me with her voice, intelligence, and pure radiance. I'm fortunate to have found out about her. Wow such an inspirational being.

    • @diggerhoward4078
      @diggerhoward4078 6 років тому +2

      YES!!! She is a very special person in this world.

  • @jeninmusic8740
    @jeninmusic8740 3 роки тому +13

    “The singing voice is attached to the person who as ideas” 🥰🙏

  • @rhysfayne2221
    @rhysfayne2221 2 роки тому +9

    Im so excited for her as Elphaba

  • @khenadic.6975
    @khenadic.6975 6 років тому +80

    WHY IS SHE MY EVERYTHING

  • @chrismackey3228
    @chrismackey3228 5 років тому +73

    She is serving INTENT! INTENT, story, meaning, all that. i can't explain, but that's it's power.

  • @bridgetofold5645
    @bridgetofold5645 Рік тому +5

    When you have been called ugly or different all your life. The message is more important than the circumstances. Thank you.

  • @chaoticneutral8040
    @chaoticneutral8040 3 роки тому +16

    God I love that she sang Mona Lisa. I feel like her silky voice when singing the high notes at the climax is more of a cry of acceptance and pride in oneself. Whereas I feel Jazmine’s version, because of her timbre, is more of a cry of wanting to be accepted and finally overcoming the need for approval of others.

  • @deiramartin6012
    @deiramartin6012 6 років тому +467

    The 9 ppl who didn't like this need some love in their lives

    • @theOstenHugo
      @theOstenHugo 5 років тому +9

      DeIra Martin someone hurt them x i hope cynthia’s voice healed their pain.

    • @ricahnorman362
      @ricahnorman362 5 років тому +7

      Now we have 74 people who need love. Should start a love go fund me for them

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 5 років тому +2

      they need Jesus! or they're crazy...

    • @melnspring23
      @melnspring23 5 років тому +1

      Right

    • @CMJ44GOD
      @CMJ44GOD 4 роки тому

      254 ppl now

  • @AlleyCatArtemis
    @AlleyCatArtemis 5 років тому +557

    I don't need you to love me
    I don't need you to love
    I've got, I've got, I got my sister,
    I can feel her now
    She may not be here,
    But she's still mine
    And I know, she still love me
    I got my children,
    I can't hold them now
    They may not be here,
    But they still mine and I hope
    They know I still love them
    Hey,
    I got my house,
    It still keeps the cold out
    I got my chair
    When my body can't hold out
    Got my hands doin' good like they supposed to
    Showing my heart to the folks that I'm close to
    I got my eyes though they don't see as far now
    They see more 'bout how things really are now
    I'm gonna
    Take a deep breath
    Hey
    I'm gonna hold my head up
    I'm gonna put my shoulders back
    And look you straight in the eye
    Gonna flirt with somebody
    When they walk by
    I'm gonna sing out
    Sing, oh yeah
    I believe I have inside of me
    Everything that I need to live a bountiful life
    With all the love alive in me
    I'll stand as tall as the tallest tree
    And I'm thankful for each day that I'm given
    Both the easy and the hard ones I'm livin'
    But most of all
    I'm thankful for,
    Lovin' who I really am
    I'm beautiful
    Yes I'm beautiful
    And I'm here

  • @marticathomas1907
    @marticathomas1907 3 місяці тому +4

    Nothing compares to these two performances.

  • @rosesnthedark3148
    @rosesnthedark3148 Рік тому +14

    As a black woman with 4c hair society sees many of woman as me as not as desirable but we are created in God image and shine so ever effortlessly despite the shade they try to cast. This song speaks volumes and I'm honored to be a black woman and a beautiful one at that. Blessings my sistas 🇯🇲❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @emokesarungi42
      @emokesarungi42 Рік тому +1

      ❤❤❤

    • @herisrael7
      @herisrael7 9 місяців тому

      All Praise to The Most High for creating Us in His image.! How ironic is it that We are made to think that the exact opposite is what's beautiful.. Shalam Sister.. 🙏🏾❤️

  • @yepitsthatguy5278
    @yepitsthatguy5278 4 роки тому +1230

    Who else came here from Terrell?? I can see why she didn't want to perform I'm Here at this conference

    • @KingZeusAntonio
      @KingZeusAntonio 4 роки тому +15

      woooooooooow! that was unbelievable. i love her even more.

    • @shelicecrowley9782
      @shelicecrowley9782 4 роки тому +23

      From Terrell’s channel here too! Love her now. Sang girl 🙌🏽

    • @charisethewaxer8764
      @charisethewaxer8764 4 роки тому +6

      YepItsThatGuy meeeee!!!!

    • @Love-Is-Kind
      @Love-Is-Kind 4 роки тому +73

      TERRELL fan here as well. I agree with why she didn't want to perform that song at that conference. If my memory serves me correctly she stated that the song nearly became what she considers a "party trick" and didn't want to disrespect nor downplay the message intended in that very powerful song. I love everything about her; voice, healthy active lifestyle, and beautiful from deep within her spirit to her pretty face. I actually viewed her on the TERRELL show live the other day and enjoyed Parts 1 & 2. It was literally an emotional and beautiful experience.

    • @alexisbacon02
      @alexisbacon02 4 роки тому +7

      Me i did. I love her so much now and its all thanks to that wonderful man

  • @ChckenNugget
    @ChckenNugget 5 років тому +113

    Since seeing/hearing her for the first time in Bad times at the El Royale, I'm completely obsessed and entranced, her voice is silk innocence if that's even a thing lol

    • @healthydietandexercise
      @healthydietandexercise 5 років тому +1

      Same! She has a small singing part in Todrick Hall's "Forbidden" UA-cam musical with Jade Nova. If you keep an open mind and embrace all love check it out, it's amazing.

    • @sallyreid151
      @sallyreid151 5 років тому

      Random Nikky You put it really well!

    • @theOstenHugo
      @theOstenHugo 4 роки тому +2

      Random Nikky did she sing in that movie? i haven’t seen it yet but i want to.

    • @lifeernest5672
      @lifeernest5672 3 роки тому

      I thought as much!!! I had seen her before!!!

    • @endless.expanse
      @endless.expanse 3 роки тому +1

      YES! I was like who the fuck was that singing in this movie, found her and have been obsessed ever since.

  • @cmfletch1
    @cmfletch1 Рік тому +15

    Brilliance flows through her voice! So powerful, she literally speaks to the deepest part of the soul.

  • @Datmrsjones
    @Datmrsjones 4 роки тому +51

    This whole performance was heaven sent!! The powerful words and emotions are healing!! Music is one of the most powerful forces that God created to heal the soul!! Thank you Cynthia Erivo for blessing us with your gift!!

  • @juliusellis1916
    @juliusellis1916 4 роки тому +75

    Terrell brought me here! I’m so glad 🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @sharlenemonique
    @sharlenemonique 7 років тому +136

    She is quite simply AMAZING. No words for her radiance...

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 5 років тому +1

      she has been sent to us...we need to recognise and honour her while she is with us.

  • @MsMayer-jx8jy
    @MsMayer-jx8jy 4 роки тому +11

    A perfect woman. Complexion, physique, speaking voice, tone...just everything about her...

  • @janagalovic3366
    @janagalovic3366 2 роки тому +10

    The intro she did before she started to sing was so beautiful, touching and meaningful too me that no matter how many times I play this video (and I play it a lot) I never skip the talking part from respect to her. But I mean, she is so intelligent and articulate with want she wants to say and at the same time has such a calming, soothing and warm speaking voice and presence that it's a pure pleasure listening to her talk.

  • @noahcegielski4011
    @noahcegielski4011 5 років тому +59

    “I guess this message is more important, than its circumstance.” We don’t serve her holy shit!!

  • @lynettec6931
    @lynettec6931 7 років тому +186

    Awesome singer! Wonderful cover of Jazmin Sullivan's Masterpiece (Mona Lisa).

  • @jazmnepritchard6543
    @jazmnepritchard6543 4 роки тому +9

    her voice is so beautiful. i can’t deal with how perfect she sounds😭

  • @charlesw.davenport1315
    @charlesw.davenport1315 4 роки тому +8

    Such a unique blend of power and vulnerability. She is one of the greatest talents of this generation.

  • @angelasings24
    @angelasings24 6 років тому +534

    dang woman is ripped

    • @davionjeanty7028
      @davionjeanty7028 5 років тому +3

      angelasings24 😂😂😂

    • @grapatin
      @grapatin 5 років тому +30

      She is #goals in so many ways.

    • @amberandrews162
      @amberandrews162 4 роки тому +4

      That acting fitness stays keeping us in shape fr

    • @2BGMedia
      @2BGMedia 4 роки тому +4

      angelasings24 I follow her on Instagram and she runs every darn day. She’s an inspiration.

    • @madilynbeesley8991
      @madilynbeesley8991 4 роки тому +3

      dang right

  • @anomalyg
    @anomalyg 7 років тому +77

    The simplicity and beauty in this version...swelled my heart!! She is simply beautiful. xoxo

  • @worshiplibrary7157
    @worshiplibrary7157 Рік тому +10

    I was Muslim and converted to being a follower of our lLord Jesus Christ..I prayed to God one time with all my heart and asked him to show me if he’s real then Jesus came into my life. The holly spirit is guiding me and I will start preaching in God’s name one day to bring this gift of true love and happiness to less fortunate and lost souls.Amen

  • @cmfletch1
    @cmfletch1 Рік тому +5

    Her voice gives such elegance. I love the British Accent. Love love love

  • @brianbanks8042
    @brianbanks8042 6 років тому +36

    She is so special

  • @jalenbrown3978
    @jalenbrown3978 6 років тому +33

    ahhhh! she covered JAZMINE! Masterpiece truly is a genuine song about loving yourself. I love itttttttt

  • @Lizwindsor
    @Lizwindsor Рік тому +5

    I was lucky enough to see Cynthia sing this live 3 times on Broadway, absolutely life-changing. 🙏❤️

  • @jacquelineparker3677
    @jacquelineparker3677 2 роки тому +4

    Thank the Lord she sung "I'm a work of art.I needed it so much.

  • @rachylewright
    @rachylewright 4 роки тому +19

    Jazmine's Mona Lisa INTO I'm Here is soooo important. Because the songs balance so well.

  • @Moriri_By_TshepiB
    @Moriri_By_TshepiB 5 років тому +41

    I love the look on her face as though she herself is astounded by what she can do with her gift. I love her spirit. As I lie here not sure what tomorrow brings I find peace in her astounding voice.

  • @pearlsofwisdom4481
    @pearlsofwisdom4481 3 роки тому +12

    Her voice is amazing. She always have me totally in a rapture with her music 🎶

  • @angelaweaver3288
    @angelaweaver3288 4 роки тому +7

    She has a passion tht I haven't seen in a long time.

  • @tulipbeth295
    @tulipbeth295 5 років тому +29

    I’ve always melted at her singing voice but I truly loved hearing her speak more here.. So eloquent, so full of life and truly a person you can look up to and be inspired by.

  • @NaturallyWit
    @NaturallyWit 5 років тому +49

    I'm not commenting this to disrespect her speaking parts of this video. I'm commenting timestamps because I come back to this video often to hear her performance of the songs and want to be able to enjoy her singing easily :) I have watched the video fully through before:
    1:50 Masterpiece
    7:44 I'm here

  • @ysumlin
    @ysumlin 2 роки тому +10

    Cynthia always send chills through me with her voice and spirit. I think she is simply amazing.

  • @denisedean2446
    @denisedean2446 Рік тому +7

    Love her accent and she speaks so eloquently. This song resonated. I remember when Fantasia sang this, very emotional. Cynthia is such a gifted talent

  • @luvzzzz246
    @luvzzzz246 6 років тому +24

    I've heard both of these songs but this performance put tears in my eyes. the lyrics. the delivery. and what she said before each song

  • @1goldbaby
    @1goldbaby 6 років тому +79

    Nigerian/ African ppl. Voices. REAL. Beautiful..

    • @PrincessThicc
      @PrincessThicc 5 років тому +1

      1goldbaby she’s from the UK

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 5 років тому +1

      yes now. YES

    • @healthydietandexercise
      @healthydietandexercise 5 років тому +8

      @@PrincessThicc she's still Nigerian. Only those of us born of slaves have lost our heritage and have to identify as Black/African American. Everyone else has a real homeland.

    • @mimidivine8466
      @mimidivine8466 5 років тому +11

      @@healthydietandexercise every "black/african american" has a homeland as well. We are one. We are the same. Even those that were stolen from there homeland and brought to america and are completely ignorant to their roots, that doesnt mean their roots dont exist. The oppressor divided us and we make it worse when we perpetuate that divide. They all see us the same anyways. The moment we actually come together amd stop this silly game is when things can actually get better. I didnt choose for my ppl to be snatched up, but its a sad reality but whats even worse is that society makes so that i cant call my African brothers and sisters my true brothers and sister. I am not above them and they are not above me. We are one and tge same seperated at birth.

    • @healthydietandexercise
      @healthydietandexercise 5 років тому +6

      @@mimidivine8466 my response is not meant to separate us. I was responding to the person who said Cynthia is from the UK as though that meant she wasn't Nigerian. However, I am fully aware of the issues we face in regards to unifying and do fully agree with your statement.

  • @psycsoci
    @psycsoci 4 роки тому +15

    The sheer sound of the insatiable #CynthiaErivo leaves you hungry for so much more from her, and you can tell that she honors the gift of singing that has been given to her because she's not proud or boastful about her abilities. And when she sings, you get to see, feel, and experience a sheer masterpiece the Lord has lent us for a while... Thank you Ms. Erivo for choosing to lend us the power of your gift...

  • @soulsnake9319
    @soulsnake9319 2 роки тому +6

    Her presence is so powerfull even behind the screen I wish I could see this in person i'd probably cry

  • @shamyatilghman5904
    @shamyatilghman5904 4 роки тому +15

    I literally have goosebumps. Her voice just so damn ughh!😩

  • @keeganthorpe
    @keeganthorpe 5 років тому +835

    Who’s the pianist? He’s beautiful.

  • @user-qq3xo5re1c
    @user-qq3xo5re1c 2 роки тому +4

    おんがくこうろんから来ました。
    こんなに心揺さぶれる音楽を知ることができて嬉しいです。
    底から湧き上がってくるような力や気持ち、真っ直ぐな歌声に直面し感激しかありません。

  • @darrylthomas2664
    @darrylthomas2664 7 місяців тому +4

    She is a "Force To Be Reckoned With"......I'm glad that she is getting her flowers, She is Fierce ❤‍🔥🔥❤‍🔥