I'm Here - The Color Purple

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  • @oryaamrani2174
    @oryaamrani2174 Місяць тому +619

    Anyone else here after Cynthia admitted this was the hardest song she ever had to sing

  • @mlaugh09
    @mlaugh09 7 років тому +9321

    We sat in the 3rd row center and she hurled that at us. I couldn't move. It was breathtaking.

    • @laurenvalencia_6
      @laurenvalencia_6 5 років тому +28

      Michael Laughlin lol!

    • @gentlespirit4
      @gentlespirit4 5 років тому +191

      Just heard her sing for the first time on the TERRELL UA-cam channel and she rendered this song sitting right next to him. I'm sitting here bawling my eyes out and haven't seen the play but I've seen the movie countless times. I cannot imagine sitting that close to her while she's singing that song. I'd probably blubber and bawl my way right to the floor and faint. She is phenomenal!!!

    • @Gthefray
      @Gthefray 5 років тому +19

      Zanetta Tribble same here. I am in awe, speechless! I can‘t believe i am blessed enough to witness her gift. Amazing person and incredible voice/all around talent. Love love love... wow

    • @Suitelifeof_bre
      @Suitelifeof_bre 4 роки тому +39

      Michael Laughlin OMG I was on the first row I had chills on my entire body and even my baby girl was in tears crying mommy at least she knows she’s beautiful and she love herself

    • @junogeronimo9422
      @junogeronimo9422 4 роки тому +23

      You've been blessed with the holy water of Cynthia's saliva. Wish you bottled some to go around.

  • @michigantown
    @michigantown 4 роки тому +3828

    this could (easily) be one of the best vocal performances of all time

    • @calleigh5887
      @calleigh5887 2 роки тому +74

      oh no questions asked she is the greatest singer who has ever lived

    • @k_perry
      @k_perry Рік тому +15

      EASILY!!!!!!!!!

    • @TerrellAmari
      @TerrellAmari Рік тому +16

      @@calleigh5887 she isn’t but she’s great

    • @yq4353
      @yq4353 Рік тому +1

      @@TerrellAmari who’s the greatest

    • @AIRiahera
      @AIRiahera Рік тому +29

      ​@@yq4353Whitney Houston

  • @Nyx_Room
    @Nyx_Room 3 роки тому +1725

    Can you believe this woman is Playing Elphaba for the Wicked film adaptation? She's gonna SLAY it.

    • @e2theeyepie
      @e2theeyepie 3 роки тому +83

      We're getting a non-screechy Elphaba?!? HOORAY!!!

    • @transportandtheatrekid2298
      @transportandtheatrekid2298 2 роки тому +13

      After filming wicked she could play her on the west end

    • @Nyx_Room
      @Nyx_Room 2 роки тому +3

      @@e2theeyepie lmao 😂 besides Willemijn Verkaik? Yasss

    • @Nyx_Room
      @Nyx_Room 2 роки тому +1

      @@e2theeyepie who knows! That would be a revival of the broadway!!

    • @Nyx_Room
      @Nyx_Room 2 роки тому

      @@transportandtheatrekid2298 revival of the broadway!

  • @NicoleNg-qd5pw
    @NicoleNg-qd5pw 7 місяців тому +406

    This is single handedly my favorite solo performance of anything/anyone ever. Her voice is pure magic.

    • @tisheiamosley7530
      @tisheiamosley7530 7 місяців тому +4

      Agreed!!!!

    • @FreedomFighter2112
      @FreedomFighter2112 6 місяців тому +7

      I've seen over 200 musicals and play and I have NEVER seen a greater performance in my life.
      I was totally captivated and crying like a baby

    • @katmurphy57
      @katmurphy57 2 місяці тому +2

      same

  • @samjohnson1376
    @samjohnson1376 7 років тому +9257

    Let's keep in mind that this song is at the very end of Act II. This performance comes after singing a whole show, essentially. Pure class and grace. Bravo!

    • @ryanfaure3120
      @ryanfaure3120 6 років тому +105

      Sam Johnson Ooooh just like Words Fail in Dear Evan Hansen 😢 These songs can really be damaging 😵

    • @paolav2887
      @paolav2887 5 років тому +13

      @@ryanfaure3120 In a good way of course

    • @ryanfaure3120
      @ryanfaure3120 5 років тому +67

      @@paolav2887 I meant damaging vocally for the performer

    • @paolav2887
      @paolav2887 5 років тому +5

      @@ryanfaure3120 Ah

    • @paolav2887
      @paolav2887 5 років тому +34

      @@ryanfaure3120 I thought you meant emotionally

  • @sharonpowell1969
    @sharonpowell1969 6 років тому +9777

    For every plain dark skinned black girl with short, nappy, super thick, coarse hair with full black African features who has been told, " you are not beautiful". I am one. Thank you

    • @kendravallis8953
      @kendravallis8953 5 років тому +260

      You are more than beautiful❤️

    • @taniaodesho4601
      @taniaodesho4601 5 років тому +171

      This is really powerful and made me cry

    • @sharonpowell1969
      @sharonpowell1969 5 років тому +103

      Tania Odesho You are beautiful. I cried too but all I know is, we must love ourselves the way we are. We have value. This song just reminded me. Have a beautiful life, beautiful lady

    • @NegaDriaa
      @NegaDriaa 5 років тому +72

      and we're here! we're here.

    • @sharonpowell1969
      @sharonpowell1969 5 років тому +20

      Ru By I wholeheartedly agree. Thank you

  • @michaelgookin9707
    @michaelgookin9707 5 років тому +4529

    Any Cynthia Erivo performance frustrates me because her tone is so consistent and she looks so relaxed. While singing with every ounce of emotion. Every performance is so natural. Teach me your ways.

    • @M.M.424
      @M.M.424 3 роки тому +35

      Magnificent

    • @JordanDoww
      @JordanDoww 3 роки тому +16

      agreed

    • @dimitries
      @dimitries 2 роки тому +8

      She learned from the best. Fantasia taught her well. But we need Fantasia back

    • @SEFYH
      @SEFYH 2 роки тому +76

      @@dimitries No Boo! Fantasia didn't teach Cynthia JACK SQUAT!!! I like Fantasia, but let's be clear... Cynthia Erivo is a force unto herself!!!! ALL BY HERSELF!

    • @lukeduberry3356
      @lukeduberry3356 2 роки тому +9

      That’s the power of training at RADA

  • @annamathias5978
    @annamathias5978 4 роки тому +2382

    And that’s on healthy belting. Period.

    • @officialmichaelcarrasco
      @officialmichaelcarrasco 4 роки тому +2

      😍 ua-cam.com/video/SJUUDx95RWE/v-deo.html

    • @catherineealy5952
      @catherineealy5952 4 роки тому +24

      PERIODDD!

    • @Goldenretriever-k8m
      @Goldenretriever-k8m 3 роки тому +69

      I think it helps that her head voice is so strong, in that middle range where chest turns to head voice. You have to keep that area strong so that it blends seamlessly and you can higher and louder without hurting yourself.

    • @dayvaughnmonroe9540
      @dayvaughnmonroe9540 15 днів тому +4

      @@Goldenretriever-k8mok cuz the mix is CRAZY

    • @whitneyhoustonstan2472
      @whitneyhoustonstan2472 6 днів тому +2

      She mixes and belts here

  • @keeengkoy9588
    @keeengkoy9588 2 роки тому +1828

    If someone complains about Cynthia being Elphaba in the movie Im gonna send this to them. This performance proves how great of an actress and singer Cynthia really is, just look at the emotions she puts in her performance❤️❤️❤️

    • @SoulKnightKing
      @SoulKnightKing 2 роки тому +10

      She's a Glinda at best. Not an Elphaba. Her voice is way too pretty

    • @keeengkoy9588
      @keeengkoy9588 2 роки тому +139

      @@SoulKnightKing I don't see anything wrong with Elphaba having a pretty voice, and I also believe Cynthia being ever so versatile will be able to add the right color to her voice when the time comes for her to finally sing.

    • @bbnffgvbnn8860
      @bbnffgvbnn8860 2 роки тому +35

      @@SoulKnightKing She'd be an amazing alphaba

    • @SoulKnightKing
      @SoulKnightKing 2 роки тому +2

      @@bbnffgvbnn8860 she woukda been a passable Glinda

    • @bbnffgvbnn8860
      @bbnffgvbnn8860 2 роки тому +86

      @@SoulKnightKing First of all she didn't audition for glinda , the fact she got the role of elphaba shows how good and versitile a singer she is , why would they randomly give the role of elphaba to Cynthia if she wasn't great and callin her a passable glinda is just disgusting , stop trying to descredit Cynthia , i can odviously tell you're a hater

  • @adamkirkbride7143
    @adamkirkbride7143 5 років тому +2742

    The cheer from the audience when she says “I’m beautiful” absolutely melts my heart

    • @pastaslut
      @pastaslut 3 роки тому +55

      literally sobbing

    • @themetrosexual
      @themetrosexual 2 роки тому +65

      The way she sang that part literally gave me goosebumps, the way she said it was so powerful

    • @timhunter1214
      @timhunter1214 2 роки тому

      If you never sawonce in saw this show (omg see it!) you know what her story is. Cynthia is not human.

    • @clairewalsh1779
      @clairewalsh1779 Рік тому +16

      I saw her in this on Broadway..
      I was blessed and she got a standing ovation that I thought would never stop. It is an incredible memory for me.

    • @robhillman2238
      @robhillman2238 Рік тому +2

      Why did you do this to me Cynthia? 😢😢 😂
      She’s a treasure.

  • @Averia89
    @Averia89 7 років тому +5859

    I was here for this performance, and when I tell you the audience was shook I mean SHOOK. I grabbed the hand of the girl next to me and squeezed it - didn't even know her name. We were all there with Celie, and that walk at the end - get it mami!!!

    • @yolandavillegas4376
      @yolandavillegas4376 6 років тому +421

      That might have been ME! hahaha! It happened @ our show and by the end of the play, we were all in tears and hugged each other - total strangers!!! That is the POWER of this play!!

    • @hannahsinclair7584
      @hannahsinclair7584 5 років тому +87

      That’s what’s amazing a live theatre ! And what I love most about it

    • @jackbrown9476
      @jackbrown9476 5 років тому +30

      THE WALK yes!!!!

    • @iamplaid99
      @iamplaid99 4 роки тому +37

      This is the kind of stuff I miss in quarantine

    • @JaZzYJR3
      @JaZzYJR3 4 роки тому +2

      👏👏👏👏💯🕊💕🎯😂 WOW!!!. FOR #MISSCELIE !!.💯✊

  • @eggtime72
    @eggtime72 5 років тому +2660

    She is one of the best vocalists I've ever heard

  • @SteveNYC11101
    @SteveNYC11101 4 роки тому +752

    I was one of the merchandise managers for this show and every time I worked the merch sellers, some of the ushers, and bartenders would all come upstairs and stand in the back of the house and watch her do that number. EVERY.SINGLE.TIME!!!

    • @mp3holder94
      @mp3holder94 Рік тому +12

      this makes me so happy!!!

    • @hannah11pell
      @hannah11pell 8 місяців тому +2

      I saw her do this live and I would have been there with you if I could have seen her more than once. That's amazing.

  • @grl02
    @grl02 4 роки тому +480

    her technical training is so beautiful, especially when she goes from singing in a high faint octave to changing her volume and tone in a matter of seconds with no crack in her voice or pitch problems.

  • @chrisgomez8129
    @chrisgomez8129 7 років тому +4832

    even though I'm not black nor a woman, this song has helped me in my darkest times and her performances inspire me every time I see her

    • @japaroldo
      @japaroldo 6 років тому +56

      I always say the same thing!

    • @leonardo_Fabri
      @leonardo_Fabri 6 років тому +179

      That's the beauty of art man. This song helped me a lot as well

    • @leonardo_Fabri
      @leonardo_Fabri 6 років тому +294

      @IChangedMyMind Agreed, but lets be honest: the book (and the story itself) is a celebration of the underdogs and a poor, black woman in the late 19th century is the portrait of how the world can be cruel to some people, not all people. Alice Walker has made a stateman on how women of color are wiped out of their self love from the very start. So, the song was made for the power of black women and there's nothing wrong with that, as there's nothing wrong for everyone feel and see themselves in this song, as you said, once its speaking of how is possible overcame the hardness of life. Black women can be a model to everyone

    • @Raymondcurryjr
      @Raymondcurryjr 6 років тому +105

      Music doesn't know race, it knows souls

    • @miadenae8629
      @miadenae8629 5 років тому +60

      Mr. President no, it is! The book was written for the empowerment of black women. But go ahead and gentrify!

  • @matteolambert7191
    @matteolambert7191 8 років тому +3336

    I love the "I just did that" walk at the end

    • @colorpurplelover8571
      @colorpurplelover8571  8 років тому +128

      Matteo Lambert SAME !!!!! It had style

    • @danafripp4120
      @danafripp4120 7 років тому +96

      That "Celie Found Her Full Groove Without Any Of You" Strut!!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!

    • @charissac3367
      @charissac3367 7 років тому +47

      Precisely! You see how much of an influence Shug has on Celie in terms of building up her confidence and her persona from the time they met that it's quite fitting for Celie to display traits of Shug- the confident, know-it-all one.

    • @diefelo1
      @diefelo1 7 років тому

      Adam Efimoff is Vanderbilt Trujillo tgv

    • @notsayingmyfullname3852
      @notsayingmyfullname3852 7 років тому

      IKR 😂 I love it so freaking much

  • @nesssssa23
    @nesssssa23 6 років тому +1506

    the power and control her voice has is all I want in life

    • @peacebwithu97
      @peacebwithu97 5 років тому +3

      If you like her, you'd LOVE Celine Dion.

  • @marintack138
    @marintack138 Рік тому +257

    When I saw her sing this live it changed my life forever. I was in complete shock... tears, chills, all of it. I will never forget that feeling!

    • @csh
      @csh 11 місяців тому +2

      #SAME and it still brings me to tears each time I see this.

  • @thesourpatchkidd579
    @thesourpatchkidd579 3 роки тому +733

    It's that quiet, powerful, honest, "I'm beautiful" that really makes this song, really just carries so much emotion, so much of the tone and spirit of this song and this performance.

  • @smilealwaysnatasha3423
    @smilealwaysnatasha3423 6 років тому +1943

    She squated for that note! Squat sis!

  • @jamesn.osullivan4320
    @jamesn.osullivan4320 7 років тому +709

    If you weren't appreciating her acting, you sure did when she delivered that beautifully pregnant pause before saying "I'm beautiful". Like, that's the character - years and years of depreciation and devaluing of self brought to an end.

  • @alisagabrielle7813
    @alisagabrielle7813 6 років тому +6795

    How did she do this every night my god

    • @MikeA15206
      @MikeA15206 4 роки тому +443

      and twice on Wednesdays, and Saturday.

    • @jillsalkin7389
      @jillsalkin7389 4 роки тому +125

      She stopped singing it, just performing it rarely.

    • @leahmayes2417
      @leahmayes2417 4 роки тому +120

      Jill Salkin it’s part of the show lmao
      She can’t stop

    • @tokugawa578
      @tokugawa578 4 роки тому +463

      @@leahmayes2417 yep she did that for years, continuously. But now, she stopped performing totally. It's been years actually, she said that the reason is that the character she's playing is penetrating under her skin and the feelings of the character became real to her. She felt really insecure, ugly, and every single emotion that the character is playing become her real life. Its not good for her, I'm glad that she stopped.

    • @viviangordon8349
      @viviangordon8349 4 роки тому +64

      its called a mix of talent and throat coat tea:)

  • @barbaraz8264
    @barbaraz8264 10 місяців тому +37

    One of the greatest performances I’ve ever seen on Broadway. 8 years later it still gives me chills!

  • @Scissorhead6
    @Scissorhead6 Місяць тому +15

    Here after she said in an interview this is the hardest song she's sung. Wow, She makes it look easy!

  • @Sevyntwenny37
    @Sevyntwenny37 5 років тому +1796

    "But most of all, I'm thankful for loving who I really am..." Those words always hit me. I am thankful for being the gay black man that I am.... Love this...

    • @lindseyschatz3375
      @lindseyschatz3375 4 роки тому +72

      i dont even know you but i love you and you are beautiful

    • @allie5995
      @allie5995 4 роки тому +14

      I love you

    • @sofiacaracuta9240
      @sofiacaracuta9240 3 роки тому +10

      Hello, I love you.

    • @jamesc2201
      @jamesc2201 3 роки тому +29

      Being a black gay man is a tough fuckin life.

    • @tomatoMarz
      @tomatoMarz 2 роки тому +11

      @@jamesc2201 Yeah. :/ Still havin problems with accepting myself, but I know I’ll love myself fully one day.

  • @Dung_____
    @Dung_____ 7 років тому +2905

    Her voice was in really good shape here. Not that it ever isn't, but she sounds really clean and kills this one. The sing out is beautifully mixed.

    • @smbboyer
      @smbboyer 6 років тому +191

      There is only a sprinkle of head voice in that high G, sir. This is a full-out, Mariah Carrey-style, high belt. She mixes the Ds on the staff to prep for that high G, but it is indeed belted. Give the Queen her due praise.

    • @aderiusscott2220
      @aderiusscott2220 5 років тому +48

      @@smbboyer ok for musical theory 101...

    • @futuresuperstar4life
      @futuresuperstar4life 4 роки тому +9

      @@smbboyer I dont have perfect pitch which notes (words) are we talking about here because I really need to understand mix and belt and I DONT!!

    • @latrellcasey1544
      @latrellcasey1544 4 роки тому +19

      Stephen Boyer i think shes still mixing though... Her voice sounds to clear and bright for her to not be mixing in a pinch of head lmao...

    • @zingandkai4285
      @zingandkai4285 4 роки тому +19

      Definitely a STRONG mix that matches her belt on “sing out” gosh I love Cynthia. Her acting, her technique and her God Given voice! WHEW 🙌🏾

  • @JordanDoww
    @JordanDoww 7 років тому +4399

    im ugly crying so hard right now

    • @commonsense863
      @commonsense863 5 років тому +10

      Same! Still!

    • @marciahanna9284
      @marciahanna9284 5 років тому +6

      Still!!!

    • @TheCSPretty
      @TheCSPretty 5 років тому +7

      Every time

    • @gentlespirit4
      @gentlespirit4 5 років тому +14

      Count me in this group of "ugly cryin folks" when we hear her sing this song! LOL! And yes, I'm still sniffing with tears running down my face.

    • @kbs5525
      @kbs5525 4 роки тому +3

      oooh girl me too

  • @dreadrington2449
    @dreadrington2449 9 місяців тому +23

    I’ve watched literally millions of performance videos, and seen hundreds of live shows, and this performance cuts through the screen and slaps you right in the face, shoots into your heart like an arrow, it’s like her eyes are looking directly at you. I cannot imagine how earthshaking this was to see live. How could you even breathe during this performance?! She is something truly not of this earth. Gobsmacked.

  • @amarguerirem6890
    @amarguerirem6890 3 роки тому +183

    I don’t need a studio version, I’m here everyday

  • @AiyanaWolfe
    @AiyanaWolfe 7 років тому +2637

    I know nothing about this musical or what's going on why am I crying this is a first

    • @joeyharris4162
      @joeyharris4162 6 років тому +92

      You really should go see it! If you think you are crying NOW....JUST YOU WAIT!

    • @meghanj28
      @meghanj28 6 років тому +126

      It’s one of the most powerful songs in the history of musical theatre, imo.

    • @ieshagames
      @ieshagames 6 років тому +46

      It was turned into a movie before it was turned into a musical. You've never seen the movie with Whoopi Goldberg?

    • @abiwright2726
      @abiwright2726 5 років тому +44

      I know this is late but you should do read the book before watching anything- it makes this performance SO much more amazing

    • @anoushkaclarke-newell940
      @anoushkaclarke-newell940 4 роки тому +13

      READ THE BOOK

  • @NEVERwillIletUgo
    @NEVERwillIletUgo 6 років тому +406

    WHEN SHE GOES "SINNNGGGGGG OUT" AT THAT TOP NOTE YOU CAN TELL IT'S NOT FULL ON HEAD VOICE BELT AND IT JUST PROVES HOW AMAZING HER VOCAL RANGE IS. LIKE THE PARTS WHEN SHE ISN'T SINGING YOU CAN HEAR A PEN DROP AND HER VOICE ABSOLUTELY FILLS THE ENTIRE ROOM.

  • @Toribonita
    @Toribonita 7 років тому +2075

    [Celie]
    I don't need you to love me
    I don't need you to love
    I've got-
    I've got-
    I've got my sister, I can feel her now
    She may not be here, but she's still mine
    I know-
    I know she still love me
    Got my children, I can't hold them now
    They may not be here, but they still mine
    I hope
    They know I still love them
    Got my house, it still keep the cold out
    Got my chair when my body can't hold out
    Got my hands doing good like they s'posed to
    Showing my heart to the folks that I'm close to
    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 breath
    Gonna hold my head up
    Gonna put my shoulders back
    And look you straight in the eye
    I'm gonna flirt with somebody
    When they walk by
    I'm gonna sing out
    Sing out
    I believe I have inside of me
    Everything that I need to live a bountiful life
    And all the love alive in me
    I'll stand as tall as the tallest tree
    And I'm thankful for every day that I'm given
    Both the easy and 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

  • @marcparedes
    @marcparedes 4 роки тому +886

    In the middle of this coronavirus pandemic, I find deep solace in this song and in this performance. THANK YOU. This, folks, is just one of the many reasons WHY WE ABSOLUTELY NEED THE ARTS.

  • @hollie8331
    @hollie8331 10 місяців тому +46

    No matter how matter times I watch this, I will sob like a baby every time. Every. Time.

    • @Cheeks217
      @Cheeks217 10 місяців тому +3

      Every. Friggin. Time. 😢

  • @TheVegetarianBaker
    @TheVegetarianBaker 7 років тому +961

    Still gives me goosebumps every time I see this performance.

    • @markbendy26
      @markbendy26 7 років тому +2

      The Vegetarian Baker same here, I love her and the song! And I'm vegan too. Lol!

    • @essji2024
      @essji2024 7 років тому +2

      I agree! I love the power and the clarity and sweetness of her tone which makes her voice truly unique. Its beautiful!

    • @duhnoni
      @duhnoni 6 років тому +2

      The Vegetarian Baker Me too!!! She’s magical.

    • @kklustra
      @kklustra 5 років тому +1

      Vegetarian Baker, I'm so glad u commented and I was able to discover you. I just subscribed to your channel.

  • @GM-rh6vt
    @GM-rh6vt 5 років тому +604

    I've literally lost count of how many times I've watched this

  • @tracywilliams9416
    @tracywilliams9416 7 років тому +1072

    Such a clear voice and I can understand every word. Exceptional vocalist. I saw the play when Fantasia DID this song.

    • @raven567890
      @raven567890 7 років тому +17

      Tracy Williams why the emphasis on DID ? Just curious

    • @Kolly_er
      @Kolly_er 7 років тому +54

      raven567890 meaning she slayed or sang the song so well

    • @willwalker24601
      @willwalker24601 5 років тому +7

      It's not a play, it's a musical

    • @lydiascott5808
      @lydiascott5808 5 років тому +6

      @@willwalker24601 musical is a subcategory of play...

    • @willwalker24601
      @willwalker24601 5 років тому +8

      @@lydiascott5808 It technically is, but not really. It should be referred to as musical, because at the Tony Awards, for instance, they give out separate awards for Plays and Musicals. Cynthia Erivo got a Tony for best actress in a Musical, not best actress In a play.

  • @JudiRadin
    @JudiRadin 6 місяців тому +7

    when i first saw this performance on Broadway i wasn’t sure who Cynthia Erivo was.i was so blown away i saw it 4 times.I knew she would become a superstar . Her talent is boundless. now shes 1 step from becoming an EGOT. it will be soon . An amazing multi talent.

  • @Moonlight-tr7jv
    @Moonlight-tr7jv 4 роки тому +150

    I think she's one of the most magnificent singers ever. She has so much emotion and soul into this performance. She certainly has a great spirit, a goddess.

  • @cameronwilson3577
    @cameronwilson3577 4 роки тому +1075

    Yikes almost forgot to watch this today.

  • @TheSpriceangel
    @TheSpriceangel 7 років тому +1121

    "I'm Here......and I'm Beautiful" !! This is a declaration of one's self esteem. You cannot announce this to the world and walk away with your head down. You must "strut" like you meant what you said !!Fabulously delivered Cynthia !!

  • @TheRedcat14
    @TheRedcat14 5 років тому +1167

    Walking into that theatre just to see a “cheap seat” show and I walked out finding the album on iTunes because I NEEDED TO LISTEN AGAIN AND AGAIN.
    Cynthia BLEW US ALL AWAY. Everyone near me cried at least once and then everyone gave her a standing ovation after this performance (among others). I felt ashamed to have never heard of “The Color Purple” before then because it became in instant favorite upon first viewing. An absolutely incredible cast and an even more incredible story that everyone should hear once.
    I. Adore. Her. I can’t wait to see Harriet for Cynthia alone!

    • @laugh_til_ithurts
      @laugh_til_ithurts 5 років тому +10

      TheRedcat14 watch the film as well if you haven’t seen it, directed by Steven Spielberg, stars Danny Glover, Whoopi Goldberg & Oprah Winfrey. Definitely a classic film

    • @MsSexyDiva4Lyfe
      @MsSexyDiva4Lyfe 2 роки тому +1

      That’s one of my fave movies!! I asked my Hispanic friend if she ever saw it and she said no!! So we are gonna watch it together. Honestly, that movie makes me cry every..single..time

    • @TheRedcat14
      @TheRedcat14 2 місяці тому

      And now she’ll be Defying Gravity as Elphaba this year (2024) next to an artist I’ve also been obsessed with most of my life. The Wicked casting is a dream come true for me, and I think Cynthia will be my favorite Elphie once all is said and done! I CANNOT wait to hear her and Ariana’s vocals for this project.
      BLESSED. Keep rocking Cynthia, you’re the fkn best!

  • @hellooitsandy
    @hellooitsandy 2 роки тому +86

    After almost 4 years of discovering this performance, I am still left in awe. My heart always feels it ALL.

  • @mollypow3957
    @mollypow3957 День тому +2

    I remember seeing Cynthia in The Color Purple back in 2016, balling my damn eyes out. I still cry watching this video. Everything down to the tiniest detail is pure genius. Plus, she's the Vice President of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art...I bet her students feel infinitely lucky ❤❤❤

  • @dontworryabit9809
    @dontworryabit9809 5 років тому +431

    cynthia erivo, amber riley, and jessie j are the most underrated singers of our time and that’s a fact. THE EMOTION AND EFFORTLESSNESS IS INSANE.

    • @sheritahoward1709
      @sheritahoward1709 4 роки тому +6

      Agreed period

    • @brennanmaynard4237
      @brennanmaynard4237 2 роки тому +9

      Well now Cynthia gets to play Elphaba, the recognition she deserves 😁

    • @ViolinfanaticOriginal
      @ViolinfanaticOriginal 2 роки тому +11

      💯 I'll never understand why Jessie J doesn't have Whitney Houston level fame and recognition.

    • @brandonrice2833
      @brandonrice2833 Рік тому +2

      @@ViolinfanaticOriginallet’s relax a bit lol.

    • @ViolinfanaticOriginal
      @ViolinfanaticOriginal Рік тому +1

      @@brandonrice2833 I didn't even use all caps. I am relaxed. 🤣🤣🤣

  • @sydneylee8844
    @sydneylee8844 7 років тому +1254

    "i'm beautiful" aaaaaannnnnnnndddd i'm sobbing

    • @shamalpowell5265
      @shamalpowell5265 7 років тому +6

      Sydney Lee that's my favorite

    • @phoebewren9423
      @phoebewren9423 6 років тому +5

      Sydney Lee That line always gets me :')

    • @valcarter2952
      @valcarter2952 6 років тому +1

      actual and factual T_T

    • @km7890km
      @km7890km 5 років тому +1

      I almost threw my phone. SO GOOD.

    • @kalah7671
      @kalah7671 4 роки тому

      lol right!!!

  • @jclark21218
    @jclark21218 7 років тому +289

    I absolutely love how she transitions throughout this performance; from scared insecure to a fearless woman. oh!!! and that sing out part - knocks me out

  • @LaurenOrion
    @LaurenOrion 3 роки тому +211

    Im 21 and only recently started loving my brown skin. I didn’t grow up around my coloured family, just the white side so no one taught me that it’s beautiful. I’ve only ever heard that I was too dark to fit with the white people in and not dark enough to be with the coloured people. I’m not there yet but songs like these are so important for people who feel or have felt like that.

    • @littlepawML
      @littlepawML 2 роки тому +5

      You're beautiful. And i know exactly what you mean. I'm also one of the brown Asians.

    • @LaurenOrion
      @LaurenOrion 2 роки тому +6

      @@littlepawML it’s truly f’d up that we were taught this way

    • @actj700
      @actj700 Рік тому +4

      That hit me in the gut like nobody's business. I'm a middle eastern/white mix. I'm too ethnic for the white people. I'm too white for the middle eastern group. This is why inclusion and representation matters!

    • @alicepowell24
      @alicepowell24 11 місяців тому

      I'm an elderly black woman who wears her hair naturally and walks into a room like the beautiful black queen I am.

  • @JordanDoww
    @JordanDoww 7 років тому +3142

    absolutely beautiful.

  • @willwalker24601
    @willwalker24601 5 років тому +489

    This is seriously the BEST musical theatre performance I've ever seen, and that is definitely saying something.

    • @robertlester1
      @robertlester1 Рік тому +9

      I saw her perform this at the Menier Chocolte Factory in London.
      A small theatre seating around 200.
      The whole of The Color Purple was fabulous and her performance was the best I've ever witnessed in musical theatre. Almost the whole of the audience had tears streaming down their faces by the end of this song.

    • @mp3holder94
      @mp3holder94 Рік тому

      agreed Will it’s absolutely amazing

  • @partyinthetardis
    @partyinthetardis 8 років тому +571

    This one makes me sob every time.

    • @kittybookitty
      @kittybookitty 7 років тому +23

      www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/cynthia-erivos-final-the-color-purple-performance_us_5874fff0e4b043ad97e5c562
      This will make you sob even more...

    • @katrinaraysaulis257
      @katrinaraysaulis257 7 років тому +2

      Me too!

    • @Lifewithemmy86
      @Lifewithemmy86 7 років тому +3

      partyinthetardis me too omg

    • @goodneighborsw
      @goodneighborsw 7 років тому +7

      partyinthetardis i can't even sing it to myself without crying tbh

    • @LiLi-zm6xk
      @LiLi-zm6xk 7 років тому

      yep.

  • @HughAbrego
    @HughAbrego 2 роки тому +119

    Her incredible voice + defying gravity = out of this world !!

  • @okwhatever493
    @okwhatever493 18 днів тому +4

    What a powerhouse! We are so lucky to live in this timeline with Ms Erivo. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @danafripp4120
    @danafripp4120 7 років тому +514

    She's just a REVELATION. Oh, I am so proud of myself for investing in a ticket to experience this production before it closed! No words for my transformation.

    • @JenniLeigh81
      @JenniLeigh81 7 років тому +15

      Agreed! I feel so fortunate to have been an audience member for her stunning work as Celie. Her voice is nothing short of a miracle.

    • @whoever_81
      @whoever_81 6 років тому +1

      I am proud of you too!

    • @carolineg.1209
      @carolineg.1209 5 років тому +3

      And this is when us poor European we cry all of our tears. We cannot witness that beauty every day live 😪

    • @joe.combatsports
      @joe.combatsports 5 років тому

      Caro she’s European :)

  • @mariahb8927
    @mariahb8927 7 років тому +291

    She has one of the most amazing voices that I have ever heard. I can just feel it!

  • @Arbnor55
    @Arbnor55 7 років тому +197

    Not only is she an incredible actress! Shes also one of best singers ever! I would rank her amongst the great vocalist that came before her!

  • @jerelynhammer
    @jerelynhammer 2 місяці тому +9

    This song had the entire audience in tears. Standing ovation. Amazing! ♥️♥️♥️

  • @quentinagreen7756
    @quentinagreen7756 9 місяців тому +9

    This is my absolute favorite rendition of this song! Cynthia?!! WOW! I love her!!

  • @charm_mrahc
    @charm_mrahc 7 років тому +1392

    I can’t believe people say Fantasia’s version is better. Cynthia had the best version emotion wise, technique wise and just plain the way it sounds. I felt and actually UNDERSTOOD every word because she enunciated every letter. Her voice is crystal clear and beautiful in the way she executes this.

    • @colorpurplelover8571
      @colorpurplelover8571  7 років тому +259

      Char M. Well to be very honest.... everyone has their opinion and I see why people say Fantasia's is better because she connects with Celie the most throughout all the women who have played the part. She's lived Celie's life if you really think about it but I think BOTH WOMEN ARE AMAZING ! I just think comparing them... just doesn't make any sense and besides they were in different versions and if you listen closely...you can tell I'm Here was rewritten a bit.

    • @jeibal02
      @jeibal02 6 років тому +15

      Color Purple Lover that is a stupid comment. She is nowhere near a comparison for Cynthia.. and both the Tonys and the critics agreed.

    • @aaronnewman7573
      @aaronnewman7573 6 років тому +192

      different interpretations. from a technical standpoint, yes cynthia was better, but fantasia purposefully squalled and cried and yelled and slurred her words to portray the emotion celie was feeling. the character isn't the most educated person, so the bad diction was more of a stylistic choice based off of celie rather than fantasia just having bad enunciation. fantasia also isn't a broadway vocalist, so she doesn't exactly sing like one. both were excellent

    • @melissa90ify
      @melissa90ify 6 років тому

      This comment is A1

    • @colorpurplelover8571
      @colorpurplelover8571  6 років тому +59

      Jae your comment is ignorantly stupid. Just because critics say this and that doesn’t mean anything. Just because critics say something... doesn’t make it true ( talking in general ) everyone HAS THEIR OWN OPINION WHEN THEU SEE ANYTHING. You bringing critics into this is stupid. Clearly you know nothing.

  • @ameliafaulkner9605
    @ameliafaulkner9605 7 років тому +64

    I had the honor of seeing Cynthia in The Color Purple on broadway last March. Right as the song began, everyone was in tears!!

  • @karlzarate
    @karlzarate 3 роки тому +400

    everyday on repeat.....

  • @lawrencegreyjr.493
    @lawrencegreyjr.493 2 місяці тому +5

    I sat in the audience, tears streaming down my this song has elements that can resonate with almost every human being on the planet. Especially those of a certain age who have experienced the ups and downs of life, and survived. And that survival can shine as a testimony to the power of endurance and finding your worth and value.

  • @ma_geex
    @ma_geex 4 роки тому +419

    Went back to this after George Floyd issue came up. Let us appreciate black people folks! They are beautiful, so as the others. Be kind to everyone.

    • @whiterose171
      @whiterose171 4 роки тому +14

      God bless you ❤️

    • @John-fp1yz
      @John-fp1yz 4 роки тому +2

      !!!

    • @benjaminjackson9449
      @benjaminjackson9449 3 роки тому +15

      @@susanq6030 just because he wasn’t a model citizen doesn’t mean he deserved to die. And that goes for anyone.

    • @8thwonder0608
      @8thwonder0608 3 роки тому +3

      Racial harmony is a fantasy. We will never be appreciated. Tonight Georgia's govenor signed voter suppression legislation into law, which of course disproportionately affects black people. Jim Crow 2.0.

  • @jjparkin
    @jjparkin 5 років тому +74

    I saw this show 7 times. EVERY performance this was one of the major Times Cynthia has each heart in the audience in the palm of her hand. At every performance she stopped the show with everyone of her songs. Three standing ovations. God, I miss this show. Her and Heather was magical.

  • @HarringtonTribal
    @HarringtonTribal 4 роки тому +55

    This will go down in history as one of the greatest musical theatre performances of all time. Not this evening specifically, but Cynthia Erivo telling Celie's story, night after night.

  • @laronmaron98
    @laronmaron98 10 місяців тому +8

    This is…perfect. Beyond all reasonable expectations for a human performer. Just all that and nothing less.

  • @lightfootjf
    @lightfootjf 11 місяців тому +39

    Who's on here listening to every version of this song available on repeat after watching the new movie. Fantasia is on another level. Can't wait for Wicked.

    • @IronheartvsMiles
      @IronheartvsMiles 11 місяців тому +14

      Fantasia good, this better.

    • @oliveyim5216
      @oliveyim5216 10 місяців тому +5

      @@IronheartvsMilesjust watched the movie, Fantasia was amazing but she has a more mainstream sound but Cynthia’s got that strong broadway vibrato that’s what really makes it for me

    • @ernhole5435
      @ernhole5435 10 місяців тому +4

      Fantasia has more heart and her live version of this is my favorite but Cynthia has the better voice. Can't wait to see her in wicked

  • @PNAxo1
    @PNAxo1 6 місяців тому +11

    I come back atleast once a year to watch this video, and everytime it has the same impact. I sit here crying. She is truly something special. Cannot wait to see her shine as our Elphie :)!

  • @daddytravelsmiles
    @daddytravelsmiles 7 років тому +63

    I watched this show on the 2nd night of previews on Broadway. I walked in because I was and still am a big fan of Jennifer Hudson, but during the show.... Cynthia Erivo earned my respect. What a gift. What an artist. I'm so grateful to have watched this LIVE.

  • @itsme_jessica0764
    @itsme_jessica0764 6 років тому +61

    This woman’s voice touches my soul

  • @Danzy241
    @Danzy241 2 роки тому +25

    Cried like a baby when I saw this live. Unbelievable.

  • @odincarlston3144
    @odincarlston3144 9 місяців тому +6

    I was super lucky to see this live. Her performance was so powerful you could have heard a pin drop. Even up in the balcony it was like you were next to her and she was talking to you. I was sobbing, totally unforgettable. Amazing performance and amazing story

  • @belenbiancaa
    @belenbiancaa 3 роки тому +28

    Everyday, I'm listening to this song and each day I'm ugly crying. Who is with me?

  • @Stesamb1991
    @Stesamb1991 7 місяців тому +9

    To be in that audience, would be remarkable. I hope they appreciated what they were witnessing live… Incredible

  • @kyra3
    @kyra3 4 роки тому +64

    What a powerhouse. The way that she demands that she be heard, while still showing so much emotion and control within the song, is absolutely incredible.

  • @alexbergen8356
    @alexbergen8356 6 років тому +15

    One of the best Broadway performances of ALL TIME. She is EVERYTHING.

  • @Bluefire0192
    @Bluefire0192 4 роки тому +8

    if this performance doesn't bring u to tears then ur not human

  • @emmafjeldsted6765
    @emmafjeldsted6765 4 роки тому +56

    I saw this back in 2016. I’ve had very few experiences coming out of a theatre and saying “Was that even real?” This was one of those moments. I was on the 4th row and this performance was like a spiritual awakening for me. This song boosts my confidence like no other!!!

  • @Kail4ynv
    @Kail4ynv 7 років тому +118

    "I'm beautiful" = instant tears

  • @harlem519
    @harlem519 8 років тому +83

    i flew into the city on dec 28th just to experience her live. she made me bawl through the recordings so i expected to cry when i saw her live lol

  • @wevegotissues2741
    @wevegotissues2741 5 років тому +72

    Everytime I hear Cynthia sing this song it feels as if the words are coursing through my soul. It just really hits home and is a reminder to hold your head up high at every turn.

  • @natsegg
    @natsegg Місяць тому +5

    This is my first time watching this and i'm bawling my eyes out. This is one of the best performances I have ever watched omg

  • @theanaluiza
    @theanaluiza Місяць тому +9

    she was BORN for this!!!!!

  • @laopesilla
    @laopesilla 2 роки тому +17

    That stomp she does gets me every time I watch this, and I have watched this sooo many times! I get goosebumps! She's a gift!

  • @becasaurusbex8204
    @becasaurusbex8204 7 років тому +674

    when they clap at I'm beautiful they really don't know what's coming

    • @zairesyoutube
      @zairesyoutube 7 років тому

      Becky Owen what happened...

    • @jskuddy
      @jskuddy 6 років тому +72

      I think they were clapping in agreement, not that they thought the song was over.

    • @PabloEmanuel96
      @PabloEmanuel96 4 роки тому +3

      @@jskuddy I know
      But when you clap is because you got what you needed and are blown away
      And THEN she went out even further

  • @britanierivera2360
    @britanierivera2360 6 років тому +19

    I’ve got chills. Especially when the audience cheered after her first “I’m beautiful” such a powerful song

  • @badbradsc
    @badbradsc 9 місяців тому +5

    This woman is amazing, her voice just floats .

  • @ezgwain8038
    @ezgwain8038 4 роки тому +51

    This really touched me, I have struggled with my self-esteem for so long and i'm starting to see how beautiful I really am. Thank you.

    • @lilme2me
      @lilme2me 4 роки тому

      You are beautiful. Are light. Are wonderfully made! I hope you continue to focus on self-love.

  • @jermainejr11
    @jermainejr11 7 років тому +15

    I can't with her. I just can't. Everytime I hear this I either cry or get teary-eyed or chills. Never fails.

  • @crazyconvos
    @crazyconvos 7 років тому +16

    I was fortunate to get amazing tickets to this show two weeks before closing and was blown away. At the end, I could swear Cynthia looked right into my eyes. Phenomenal woman doing incredible work.

  • @kjmincey1
    @kjmincey1 7 років тому +279

    She will be an extremely tough act to follow but I'm looking forward to seeing who plays this role on tour.

    • @_sal.vador_
      @_sal.vador_ 7 років тому +22

      kjmincey1 Samantha Marie Ware would be amazing for this role (currently playing Peggy in Hamilton Chicago) she has the right voice and sass

    • @dignature123
      @dignature123 7 років тому +5

      OH YEAH I LOVE HER! She can totally do this.

    • @lotus_dream
      @lotus_dream 7 років тому +3

      Salvador Diaz-Debose but!!! and peggy!

    • @jay.9534
      @jay.9534 4 роки тому +2

      Jai’len josey!!!

  • @commonsense863
    @commonsense863 10 місяців тому +11

    I love going back to watch this video. Cynthia makes me cry each and every time. So much emotuon in every single word and movement. I love her! 💜

  • @melissacoty91
    @melissacoty91 Рік тому +10

    By far the best performance of all times. Broadway/anywhere on earth. I've watched it so many times. Thank you, Cynthia.

  • @valeriecherish449
    @valeriecherish449 3 роки тому +41

    The are more popular performances of her singing this, but to me, THIS is the best version of it. It has my favorite runs, and the entire vibe is perfect.

  • @MidnightMusings948
    @MidnightMusings948 3 роки тому +44

    If you don’t feel this song on a gut level with head to toe chills, or don’t shed a tear...you must lack a soul or there is a glacier where your heart should reside. Ms. Cynthia Erivo...Brava. To bring the emotional, not to mention vocal DEPTH that is worthy of the powerful lyrics that you performed as Celie. To watch this is like an emotional cleansing of the harmful names and cruel boxes the world puts us in. Once the soul is cleansed, we are left with the understanding...WE ARE BEAUTIFUL...AND WE ARE HERE. BRAVA

  • @Avery.yrevA1
    @Avery.yrevA1 3 роки тому +31

    Here because Colleen recommended it and wow! Such a powerful beautiful song. Giving me strength in a time that I needed it.

  • @chantelljones2011
    @chantelljones2011 Рік тому +13

    I watch this at least 3 times a week and Everytime I just can't explain how it moves me. Just beautiful ❤️❤️❤️ she's one of the best 👌🏾💕

  • @roddayley9737
    @roddayley9737 3 роки тому +35

    Saw this twice... the second time the audience rose with her in the end.. this will always be in my heart because all of us have needed that moment, "I AM HERE"... Thank you so much Cynthia!! Magical, powerful, beautiful.....

  • @nuri2318
    @nuri2318 5 років тому +14

    When she sings I'm gonna sing out... Her expression it is so ....i feel a tide rise in my chest everytime. I just want to capture her at that moment. Someday I'm going to draw her. I had to read colour purple for exams this time and by mistake i came across this. And then when i reached the point in the novel when she says I'm here. God that tide again rose in my chest all the way till my throat.