Towards the end of your reaction, McLboyd, you make an wonderful and interesting comment. You say that to you there are moments where Angelina seems to be like a little awkward - when looking at the guitarist, Egil Clausen. You say, maybe it’s just you - and that you’re imagining it. But it is there! And WHAT is it? What is she seeing? I’d like to call it - Mankind. If, as she has said, that when she sings she enters another world - as if she is looking out from that world of ‘heaven’, then she is looking at Mankind when she looks at the Egil - and us. Another thought: she often waves us goodbye at the end of a song. She seems to be saying, I’m sorry to be leaving you … that, we have to leave this world I’m in … the one I’ve pulled you into. Jim Donaldson comments below - After hearing this song, I am now convinced that AJ does not function mentally like most people. Her innate musical confidence permits her to naturally interpret her music in a way that seems so obvious to her. It's almost like some of the great composers of the past - who would have the complete symphony in their heads before they began writing. (Mozart and Liszt, eg.) … In other words, the closer you look the better she gets. All the best - AJ’s World - to you all.
I can't help but feel privileged to be able to watch her develop and demonstrate her incredible talents. Quite possibly will become a generational superstar.
can't believe this is the same girl who did How Great Thou Art. I gotta say this is now one of my favorites. She improvised in so many instances to help turn this performance into something so beautiful, and I listened to this song many times growing up in the 80s. I listened to this performance and literally got overwhelmed with all the memories. Her cover is magical.
"I gotta say this is now one of my favorites." It has been mine since the first day I heard it. One of the most beautiful songs ever made. And Angelina is doing such an incredible, soft version of it. Love it till the end of time.
@@sarlina1 In my top 5 definitely. Beautiful, crazy soulful. Angelina chose the songs wisely back then and made those songs sound fresh like morning dew. Not so sure about her latest picks to cover though.
@@MrRonkard Agree. Those choices back then, were so delicate, so perfect for her voice. Also her choices that coming year, at 12, and up to her participation at AGT. I really hope she will be choosing some classics to cover again, which suit her now more developed voice perfectly. The voice she had at 11-12 years old, and in this song here, was so special (she has always been special, but still..), and we will not hear that exact same voice again, due to the voice changes from puberty. She is developing just fine of course, but we can all hear a slight change in her voice, and her song choices will be very important for her going forward.
ABSOLUTE LOVE.... ANGELINA JORDAN ASTAR .....A SHINING 🌟 STAR.... LITERALLY..A SHINING STAR IN THE SKY...VERY HUMBLE N RESPECTFUL YOUNG LADY...I ABSOLUTELY LOVE AND RESPECT ANGELINA JORDAN ASTAR AND HER ENTIRE FAMILY ✌🏼❤️🤗 PEACE LOVE HAPPINESS 🇺🇸🦅🌎🇳🇮🌹
Understand from an interview with the guitarrist that they just started playing a song sometimes without practice and someone recorded it. You can see that she needed to read the lyrics. I think that she was looking at him to see if he had understood where she was taking the song. Both Eigil Clausen and Ivan Mendez said exactly the same: nothing was ever planned when they came. I'm always amazed when I hear her voice like in this cover. No filters, nothing. You can hear her beautiful raw voice. She is incredible !🥰
Egil Clausen is the one on guitar. He started playing with her just after she won Norway got talent. He's been a very important person until she moved to Usa. There is a video where Alan Papier interviews Egil and another interview wit Ivan Mendez who played with her in L.A.
I agree with Andy. The two (relatively) recent videos with Alan Papier are the main source of some of the first hand information that we know about Angelina. They’re about twenty minutes each but they are fascinating. Listening to them gives you a whole new understanding about Angelina and those of her inner circle. We often speculate about what is going through the minds of her accompanists. In these two videos, we hear of their experiences directly from them. Nice reaction Mr LBoyd. 👍
@@andyschnell58 I agree, Andy. Both of the Egil and Ivan interviews give an inside perspective of how their videos came about and will give reactors an even greater appreciation of Angelina's talents. The sessions were never preplanned. They would discuss songs, choose one, take a few minutes for Angelina to download the lyrics and for the guitarist to learn the chords, turn the camera on and record the song. Both Egil and Ivan said the uploads were usually the first takes, and if 2nd or rarely 3rd takes it was because of mistakes by the guitarist. She would tell them to just follow her for the rhythm and pace. It is mind-blowing that Angelina can convey so much emotion in a song while scrolling and reading the lyrics. I believe Egil is intently watching Angelina so he can match her timing. She slowed down the pace toward the end of this one and changes pace throughout many of her recordings.
A most remarkable thing about Angelina is that she never gets in a hurry and is totally fearless and mindful about the gaps of silence that result. They become part of the impact in the performance.
It is very remarkable. I don't know how she was trained for this or if it's instinctive but I have never seen an artist that seems to enjoy the power of the silence. When you watch the AGT videos they pan the audience for what seems like an eternity and she has them in the palm of her hands . You could hear a pin drop. Incredible.
I’ve heard this song all my life and never liked it, until now. Her voice is magical. Her voodoo voice has transformed several other songs for me as well. I appreciate her ability more than I can say.
OMG! How did I miss this one? I thought I had listened to all of her covers, I missed this one. This was absolutely fantastic. A wonderful example of how AJ can hypnotize with the purity of her voice. I got to go listen to this on her Channel.
So heartfelt from a little girl. She must have a movie in her, to get that feelings. I just think he was just as moved as us. Listen to the interview Alan Papier has with him, and the other guitarist Mendez. You can learn a lot about them
She got that very special thing in her voice only a few got . And not only that , I think it takes a musical genius to at that age hear the instrumental part of music and translate it into a voice that sounds so lived true and bluesy as hers . Every song she does is well thought true and transmitted into her own . Just amazing ❤️ I feel when I hear her , it's like listening back in time hearing those great songs from 40 , 50 , 60 + years ago and even I wasn't born yet and regret not been part of that era to Experiance it , we can now true Angelina ! ❣️❣️❣️
The thing I really like about her performance here is that she showcases the fact that her gentle lilts add wonderful texture to the song, rather than those annoying runs that so many singers think are cool. Hers are never contrived.
Angelina är en fröjd att lyssna på. Sättet som hon sjunger på, är för mig magiskt, sättet hur hon vrider orden i skala... wow.! Jag brukar sjunga ibland men Jag är inte duktig på att sjunga . Angelina är en av mina inspirations källar och har så varit sedan hon sjöng Queen. Det händer lite lustiga saker här på UA-cam ;) och ja, jag vet inte riktigt vad jag ska säga. / Hjärtliga hälsningar Mats
Superstar now...a mega superstar as she ages and her voice, breathiness, and control grows even more....like young Elvis ..its almost unfair to all other artists present and future...simply awesome vocalist she is and will be...
Hola, que buena reaccion, que hermosa cancion y lo de Angelina es realmente especial, lo canta con esa dulzura que parece una cancion de cuna, que hasta al bebe mas enojado harian tranquilizar, es como terapeutico, no te parece ??? con respecto a la incomodidad, senti algo parecido, pero tambien pense que era cosa mia, pero mi tranquilidad pasa por su familia que la cuidan mucho y abran visto el video muchas veces o quizas estaban en ese momento, me pasa con otros artistas tambien que al cantar juntos o interactuar con el musico dan esa sensacio, te agradezco mucho por esta reaccion y por cuidarla al comentarlo, un abrazo y saludos desde Argentina...
I heard the original of this every morning during basic training in 1973. I loved it then. Now with Miss Jordan adding her magic I love it all over again. Could you do some Leonid & Friends please?
Beautiful version..Angelina is so young and sweet As a number one fan..having heard all versions of this lovely song..I in all honesty feel Roberta flack nailed it.. I agree I sensed an unease in her demeanour..possibly a self awareness of the intimacy this song conveys..love guitar music..but know personally it creates an even more intimate atmostsphere..possibly Angelina felt this with her unique sensitivity and held back..just a thought..still number one fan..can't put lived in voice like Roberta on this young beautiful artist...excited to hear her vocals all day long...
WOW .. just WOW .. she is truly amazing ... what a future she has ... I found you from tom And Nova .. now you show me this .. I can Imagine Nova doing a video for her...
Wonderful reaction MrLboyd....Yes it was Egil on guitar...on the funny side of Angelina, she and /egil played a lot of jokes on each other, seems like Angelina always won....Thumbs up to ALL the great comments below. : )
Another great choice of song. Here she puts so much emotion into this rendition. The lyrics start quite innocently, then they suddenly become very adult! For an 11 year old to be singing this can be a little awkward, especially as it is probably her grandma that is recording it! The shy, embarrassed look at the end is likely to be a response to the look on her grandma's face.
Hey! He is cool. They interacted a lot good vibes. He was totally blown away. A lot on Utube about it. This was first time run amazing she kept melody that long. Listen to react to holding out for you. She was only ten. Just now leaked out.
I think the "staring" you mentioned is he just making sure he stays on track with Angelina, as these performances are very often impromtu without any "practice". Which makes it even better, right ?
After hearing this song, I am now convinced that AJ does not function mentally like most people. Her innate musical confidence permits her to naturally interpret her music in a way that seems so obvious to her. It's almost like some of the great composers of the past - who would have the complete symphony in their heads before they began writing. AJ somehow works out the interpretation prior to actually singing a song. Even (as in this case) she needs to refer to her customized script, there is no script that can produce the perfection (that) she routinely accomplishes. The more one looks the more one realizes just how skilled she is. New realizations into her talents are experienced on every recording and to some extent, I suppose, there would be insights into every artist once we look a little closer, but more often than not, these closer looks expose flaws as we drill down into their songs. Whereas, the actual challenge with listening to AJ is to NOT miss the subtle nuances that make her songs extraordinary. In other words, the closer you look the better she gets.
I thought you would be mine and you would love me till my last breath, now you've left me to pick up all the pieces. You broke me, but you will never see me fall, nor take away my shine
Your observation is correct. He was looking at her to gave support because she sang some of the lines in the wrong order. That's why you got that look and grin between them at the end like they knew something.
Her guitarist is Egil Clausen. He started working with Angelina soon after she won NGT. The way they worked: the family would call him to come over. Angelina would say, for instance, “ Do you know the song The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face? I heard it recently and would like to try it.” He would say yes. So he would start and she would come in, frequently slowing him down, holding notes, throwing in runs, keeping her own beat steady against his. They recorded everything. Hardly ever more than two takes, many first takes was all it took before they moved onto another song. I think what you are seeing is him watching her closely for clues. Possibly this is a first take meaning the first time singing this song together. Quiet remarkable when you realize how they worked together.
Full body chills and brought tears to my eyes .love the slight accent it adds to the gorgeous texture of her voice !love your review .so glad youtube recommended your channel !now where can I buy her C.D.S !??
Just Egil Clausen on guitar and Angelina with that beautiful velvet voice you just can’t beet it and no Angelina was definitely not uncomfortable with Egil they have worked together for years and have some really fun times together he is a good friend of the family and she’s always comfortable with him you saw something I definitely didn’t see because it wasn’t there Love 💕 from Denise in Yorkshire England 🏴👼👼👸🏻👸🏻👏👏💕🦶🦶👍🥰👋
The suppose uncomfortable she showed was when their eyes connected she was lost in the song and realized what she was singing. Both guitarist have said that when she calls to do a video, they do activities most of the day. Eat dinner then go to her room to shoot the video. They then decide what song and if they don't know it, she brings it up on her phone, he gets rhe rhythm down in about 5 minutes, then she says just follow my lead. Usually done in one take, if more than one take the guitarist claims they messed up and usually lost in her spectacular performance! Egil Clausen is the guitarist with her after winning the contest, Ivan Mendez started after her move to L.A. God Bless!
EGIL IS A GUY who has a studio in Norway and has been instrumental to Angelnas development over time Alen papier has a interview with Egil and would give you much input on Angelina.
It looks like he is staring at her because he's trying to follow where she is going. It would not surprise me if neither of them has done the song before. Angelina is reading from her phone while Egil is as surprised as the rest of us at some of her choices.
Been loving your insight on music. I'd love for you to react to domination by Pantera Moscow live version. I feel you would appreciate and love it . Either way keep up the great content . Thank you . Cheers from Saskatchewan Canada 🇨🇦
@@MrLboydReacts I found it. Awesome stuff thank you. I will do a better search before I suggest anymore . You are a busy guy. You have been uploading like crazy. I'm loving it . Have a great day
You should really check out the Belgian band Amenra, and their song A Solitary Reign. If you do decide to check it out, check out the music video version. One of the members made the video. Very creative band.
There's a mashup video out now that places Angelina with Miley Cyrus singing The First Time. And though I haven't paid much attention to ms. Cyrus she killed this. Not better, imo, than Ang but none the less surprisingly as fantastic. Not taking anything away from these two ladies just pointing out that the melodic lyrics along with the message (love at first sight) make this truly difficult for any technically on point artist to screw up. BTW,sir, another top drawer piece of work with your reaction here.
Angelina is magic 🪄 I pray that the world treats her kindly.
Towards the end of your reaction, McLboyd, you make an wonderful and interesting comment. You say that to you there are moments where Angelina seems to be like a little awkward - when looking at the guitarist, Egil Clausen. You say, maybe it’s just you - and that you’re imagining it. But it is there! And WHAT is it? What is she seeing? I’d like to call it - Mankind.
If, as she has said, that when she sings she enters another world - as if she is looking out from that world of ‘heaven’, then she is looking at Mankind when she looks at the Egil - and us.
Another thought: she often waves us goodbye at the end of a song. She seems to be saying, I’m sorry to be leaving you … that, we have to leave this world I’m in … the one I’ve pulled you into.
Jim Donaldson comments below - After hearing this song, I am now convinced that AJ does not function mentally like most people. Her innate musical confidence permits her to naturally interpret her music in a way that seems so obvious to her. It's almost like some of the great composers of the past - who would have the complete symphony in their heads before they began writing. (Mozart and Liszt, eg.) … In other words, the closer you look the better she gets.
All the best - AJ’s World - to you all.
I love her! She brings old songs into the present without destroying them! She is unbelievable talented! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Incredible cover from Angelina. Egil Clausen is the guitar player.
I can't help but feel privileged to be able to watch her develop and demonstrate her incredible talents. Quite possibly will become a generational superstar.
can't believe this is the same girl who did How Great Thou Art. I gotta say this is now one of my favorites. She improvised in so many instances to help turn this performance into something so beautiful, and I listened to this song many times growing up in the 80s. I listened to this performance and literally got overwhelmed with all the memories. Her cover is magical.
"I gotta say this is now one of my favorites."
It has been mine since the first day I heard it. One of the most beautiful songs ever made. And Angelina is doing such an incredible, soft version of it. Love it till the end of time.
@@sarlina1 In my top 5 definitely. Beautiful, crazy soulful. Angelina chose the songs wisely back then and made those songs sound fresh like morning dew. Not so sure about her latest picks to cover though.
@@MrRonkard Agree. Those choices back then, were so delicate, so perfect for her voice. Also her choices that coming year, at 12, and up to her participation at AGT. I really hope she will be choosing some classics to cover again, which suit her now more developed voice perfectly. The voice she had at 11-12 years old, and in this song here, was so special (she has always been special, but still..), and we will not hear that exact same voice again, due to the voice changes from puberty. She is developing just fine of course, but we can all hear a slight change in her voice, and her song choices will be very important for her going forward.
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ABSOLUTE LOVE.... ANGELINA JORDAN ASTAR .....A SHINING 🌟 STAR.... LITERALLY..A SHINING STAR IN THE SKY...VERY HUMBLE N RESPECTFUL YOUNG LADY...I ABSOLUTELY LOVE AND RESPECT ANGELINA JORDAN ASTAR AND HER ENTIRE FAMILY ✌🏼❤️🤗 PEACE LOVE HAPPINESS 🇺🇸🦅🌎🇳🇮🌹
Understand from an interview with the guitarrist that they just started playing a song sometimes without practice and someone recorded it. You can see that she needed to read the lyrics. I think that she was looking at him to see if he had understood where she was taking the song.
Both Eigil Clausen and Ivan Mendez said exactly the same: nothing was ever planned when they came.
I'm always amazed when I hear her voice like in this cover. No filters, nothing. You can hear her beautiful raw voice. She is incredible !🥰
She's brilliant!!
The first time ever I heard Angelina's voice, I knew it was the best I had ever heard.
Because it’s from God, that’s why it’s the best you ever heard
@@colleenloffredo7895 yes but aren't all our gifts from God?
@@helenrussell5634 yes naturally
Took me about 7 seconds
I loved Roberta Flack’s version of this but just wow! This is incredible! Angelina blows me away yet again!
Egil Clausen is the one on guitar. He started playing with her just after she won Norway got talent. He's been a very important person until she moved to Usa. There is a video where Alan Papier interviews Egil and another interview wit Ivan Mendez who played with her in L.A.
I recommend watching the interview with Egil Clausen by Alan Papier on his UA-cam channel. ua-cam.com/video/2o4PPwHl07k/v-deo.html
I agree with Andy. The two (relatively) recent videos with Alan Papier are the main source of some of the first hand information that we know about Angelina. They’re about twenty minutes each but they are fascinating. Listening to them gives you a whole new understanding about Angelina and those of her inner circle.
We often speculate about what is going through the minds of her accompanists. In these two videos, we hear of their experiences directly from them.
Nice reaction Mr LBoyd. 👍
“...two of the main sources...” 😬😉
@@andyschnell58 I agree, Andy. Both of the Egil and Ivan interviews give an inside perspective of how their videos came about and will give reactors an even greater appreciation of Angelina's talents. The sessions were never preplanned. They would discuss songs, choose one, take a few minutes for Angelina to download the lyrics and for the guitarist to learn the chords, turn the camera on and record the song. Both Egil and Ivan said the uploads were usually the first takes, and if 2nd or rarely 3rd takes it was because of mistakes by the guitarist. She would tell them to just follow her for the rhythm and pace. It is mind-blowing that Angelina can convey so much emotion in a song while scrolling and reading the lyrics. I believe Egil is intently watching Angelina so he can match her timing. She slowed down the pace toward the end of this one and changes pace throughout many of her recordings.
Yes Egil Clausen was very important to her at time!
Stunningly Beautiful!
One of my favourites from Angelina. Great reaction.
A most remarkable thing about Angelina is that she never gets in a hurry and is totally fearless and mindful about the gaps of silence that result. They become part of the impact in the performance.
It is very remarkable. I don't know how she was trained for this or if it's instinctive but I have never seen an artist that seems to enjoy the power of the silence. When you watch the AGT videos they pan the audience for what seems like an eternity and she has them in the palm of her hands . You could hear a pin drop. Incredible.
Amazing voice and breathe control
I’ve heard this song all my life and never liked it, until now. Her voice is magical. Her voodoo voice has transformed several other songs for me as well.
I appreciate her ability more than I can say.
What she does to a classic is incomparable , her uniqueness knows no boundaries, absolutely mouth watering, eye watering , stunning!
OMG! How did I miss this one? I thought I had listened to all of her covers, I missed this one. This was absolutely fantastic. A wonderful example of how AJ can hypnotize with the purity of her voice. I got to go listen to this on her Channel.
So heartfelt from a little girl. She must have a movie in her, to get that feelings. I just think he was just as moved as us. Listen to the interview Alan Papier has with him, and the other guitarist Mendez. You can learn a lot about them
That first run on "kissed your mouth" just pierces my ❤ every time.
This girl is something else ❤
She got that very special thing in her voice only a few got . And not only that , I think it takes a musical genius to at that age hear the instrumental part of music and translate it into a voice that sounds so lived true and bluesy as hers . Every song she does is well thought true and transmitted into her own . Just amazing ❤️ I feel when I hear her , it's like listening back in time hearing those great songs from 40 , 50 , 60 + years ago and even I wasn't born yet and regret not been part of that era to Experiance it , we can now true Angelina ! ❣️❣️❣️
New to your channel I subscribe love it thank you so much
Who doesn’t love this song. It’s haunting and melancholic.
This gives me chills....fantastic!
The thing I really like about her performance here is that she showcases the fact that her gentle lilts add wonderful texture to the song, rather than those annoying runs that so many singers think are cool. Hers are never contrived.
I remember this song sung by Roberta Flack in the Clint Eastwood movie, "Play Misty For Me". Unforgettable.
I think the look is how they communicate , in the interviews it seems like she leads and its the guitarist who follows her lead.
Beautiful music therapy
Thank you 😊 for your sharing
More of Angelina!!! She is smokin now!
She is a diamond MrLboyd. A very rare one
and to think she did this at 11yo wow simply amazing!
Just amazing!..she....and you! 😍
I first heard this song in the sixties on a Peter, Paul and Mary album. I feel old.
Angelina är en fröjd att lyssna på. Sättet som hon sjunger på, är för mig magiskt, sättet hur hon vrider orden i skala... wow.! Jag brukar sjunga ibland men Jag är inte duktig på att sjunga . Angelina är en av mina inspirations källar och har så varit sedan hon sjöng Queen. Det händer lite lustiga saker här på UA-cam ;) och ja, jag vet inte riktigt vad jag ska säga. / Hjärtliga hälsningar Mats
Superstar now...a mega superstar as she ages and her voice, breathiness, and control grows even more....like young Elvis ..its almost unfair to all other artists present and future...simply awesome vocalist she is and will be...
That was the first song I cried to when Roberta sang it. A truly lovely song sang here with reverence to the original by Miss Flack.
Born to sing...Thumbs up sir.
Hola, que buena reaccion, que hermosa cancion y lo de Angelina es realmente especial, lo canta con esa dulzura que parece una cancion de cuna, que hasta al bebe mas enojado harian tranquilizar, es como terapeutico, no te parece ??? con respecto a la incomodidad, senti algo parecido, pero tambien pense que era cosa mia, pero mi tranquilidad pasa por su familia que la cuidan mucho y abran visto el video muchas veces o quizas estaban en ese momento, me pasa con otros artistas tambien que al cantar juntos o interactuar con el musico dan esa sensacio, te agradezco mucho por esta reaccion y por cuidarla al comentarlo, un abrazo y saludos desde Argentina...
I like this daily SOAD! Keep it going! Try Revenga live from MTV2 next!
I heard the original of this every morning during basic training in 1973. I loved it then. Now with Miss Jordan adding her magic I love it all over again. Could you do some Leonid & Friends please?
Yes the first time I heard her voice, I knew a star was born. !!!!!! Thanks for your emotional reaction.
She is a beautiful young woman and has lived past times
Beautiful version..Angelina is so young and sweet
As a number one fan..having heard all versions of this lovely song..I in all honesty feel Roberta flack nailed it..
I agree I sensed an unease in her demeanour..possibly a self awareness of the intimacy this song conveys..love guitar music..but know personally it creates an even more intimate atmostsphere..possibly Angelina felt this with her unique sensitivity and held back..just a thought..still number one fan..can't put lived in voice like Roberta on this young beautiful artist...excited to hear her vocals all day long...
She won the Voice in Norway when she was 7 years old. She has a lot of music out there Angelina is quite the force to be reckoned with
She give me the best feelings ❤❤❤
An absolute amazing singer. Truly gifted
She will be the best of all time!!!
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Magnifique ❤️
WOW .. just WOW .. she is truly amazing ... what a future she has ... I found you from tom And Nova .. now you show me this .. I can Imagine Nova doing a video for her...
Wonderful reaction MrLboyd....Yes it was Egil on guitar...on the funny side of Angelina, she and /egil played a lot of jokes on each other, seems like Angelina always won....Thumbs up to ALL the great comments below. : )
Almost makes you cry. Such sole.
Another great choice of song. Here she puts so much emotion into this rendition. The lyrics start quite innocently, then they suddenly become very adult! For an 11 year old to be singing this can be a little awkward, especially as it is probably her grandma that is recording it! The shy, embarrassed look at the end is likely to be a response to the look on her grandma's face.
Increadable breathtaking
She sings like nobody else
Voice of an Angel! What else needs to be said!
Just when you think she could not make me cry..
Just sublime. Even after the millionth listen....
Hey! He is cool. They interacted a lot good vibes. He was totally blown away. A lot on Utube about it. This was first time run amazing she kept melody that long. Listen to react to holding out for you. She was only ten. Just now leaked out.
The last part of the song was the first time ever I saw her got embarrassed. This is one of my 82 top favorites from Angelina.
Just Freaking Amazing❣‼
I think the "staring" you mentioned is he just making sure he stays on track with Angelina, as these performances are very often impromtu without any "practice". Which makes it even better, right ?
This gal must have had some awesome parents to introduce her to half a century of music from a broad range genres. She makes them all her own.
After hearing this song, I am now convinced that AJ does not function mentally like most people. Her innate musical confidence permits her to naturally interpret her music in a way that seems so obvious to her. It's almost like some of the great composers of the past - who would have the complete symphony in their heads before they began writing. AJ somehow works out the interpretation prior to actually singing a song. Even (as in this case) she needs to refer to her customized script, there is no script that can produce the perfection (that) she routinely accomplishes. The more one looks the more one realizes just how skilled she is. New realizations into her talents are experienced on every recording and to some extent, I suppose, there would be insights into every artist once we look a little closer, but more often than not, these closer looks expose flaws as we drill down into their songs. Whereas, the actual challenge with listening to AJ is to NOT miss the subtle nuances that make her songs extraordinary. In other words, the closer you look the better she gets.
I thought you would be mine and you would love me till my last breath, now you've left me to pick up all the pieces. You broke me, but you will never see me fall, nor take away my shine
She’s utterly extraordinary
Your observation is correct. He was looking at her to gave support because she sang some of the lines in the wrong order. That's why you got that look and grin between them at the end like they knew something.
Her guitarist is Egil Clausen. He started working with Angelina soon after she won NGT. The way they worked: the family would call him to come over. Angelina would say, for instance, “ Do you know the song The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face? I heard it recently and would like to try it.” He would say yes. So he would start and she would come in, frequently slowing him down, holding notes, throwing in runs, keeping her own beat steady against his. They recorded everything. Hardly ever more than two takes, many first takes was all it took before they moved onto another song.
I think what you are seeing is him watching her closely for clues. Possibly this is a first take meaning the first time singing this song together. Quiet remarkable when you realize how they worked together.
Full body chills and brought tears to my eyes .love the slight accent it adds to the gorgeous texture of her voice !love your review .so glad youtube recommended your channel !now where can I buy her C.D.S !??
Just Egil Clausen on guitar and Angelina with that beautiful velvet voice you just can’t beet it and no Angelina was definitely not uncomfortable with Egil they have worked together for years and have some really fun times together he is a good friend of the family and she’s always comfortable with him you saw something I definitely didn’t see because it wasn’t there Love 💕 from Denise in Yorkshire England 🏴👼👼👸🏻👸🏻👏👏💕🦶🦶👍🥰👋
Mesmerizing...
I am not sure about his first name but his last name is Mendez
He is Mexican i believe and he works with Angelina all the time.They are good friends.
The suppose uncomfortable she showed was when their eyes connected she was lost in the song and realized what she was singing. Both guitarist have said that when she calls to do a video, they do activities most of the day. Eat dinner then go to her room to shoot the video. They then decide what song and if they don't know it, she brings it up on her phone, he gets rhe rhythm down in about 5 minutes, then she says just follow my lead. Usually done in one take, if more than one take the guitarist claims they messed up and usually lost in her spectacular performance! Egil Clausen is the guitarist with her after winning the contest, Ivan Mendez started after her move to L.A. God Bless!
Marcia Griffiths roots/reggae version is my favorite, but this is beautiful. Thx for sharing your reactions Mr L Boyd!
Isaac Hayes did a hella good cover of it also. His passion is unmatched.
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EGIL IS A GUY who has a studio in Norway and has been instrumental to Angelnas development over time Alen papier has a interview with Egil and would give you much input on Angelina.
she is so much better than any guitar. and this makes it obvious.
Angelina is our norwegian treasure ♥️🇳🇴♥️ Ps.. Leona Lewis got a cover of this song too.
Yes she is such a treasure and beautiful gift to the world. There is a great Celine Dion version of this song also!
Phenomenal depth ❤️
It looks like he is staring at her because he's trying to follow where she is going. It would not surprise me if neither of them has done the song before. Angelina is reading from her phone while Egil is as surprised as the rest of us at some of her choices.
Leona Lewis sings this song so beautiful you should listen to it
He is Norwegian as she is musician and has a studio they record her music Klaus
Been loving your insight on music. I'd love for you to react to domination by Pantera Moscow live version. I feel you would appreciate and love it . Either way keep up the great content . Thank you . Cheers from Saskatchewan Canada 🇨🇦
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You could tune any musical instruments to her voice
You should really check out the Belgian band Amenra, and their song A Solitary Reign. If you do decide to check it out, check out the music video version. One of the members made the video. Very creative band.
I lovely’s it
1970 for Roberta Flack, Blackeyed Peas also recorded this
Roberta’s cover was released in 1972.
Angel...
Yes I felt the awkwardness! It’s very intense.
Angelina Jordan, Courtney Hadwin, Amira Willighagen, Diana Ankudinova. The future. In a future World. ⚘😪💞💞⚘
Angelina Jordan - What Is Life this is an original one if you want to review it
EGIL on the guitarr man!
Perfect!
Egil clausen👍
Johnny Cash did a wonderful version of this. one of his last recordings.
There's a mashup video out now that places Angelina with Miley Cyrus singing The First Time. And though I haven't paid much attention to ms. Cyrus she killed this. Not better, imo, than Ang but none the less surprisingly as fantastic. Not taking anything away from these two ladies just pointing out that the melodic lyrics along with the message (love at first sight) make this truly difficult for any technically on point artist to screw up. BTW,sir, another top drawer piece of work
with your reaction here.