Just watched the Season 17 premier of SYTCD (2022) and I still remember this incredible audition. It made an impression on me when I watched it when it originally aired and it has stayed with me throughout the years. We had a sincere backstory, nothing over the top, with amazing dancing. So pure and so honest... we will never see another audition like this!
I absolutely love this. Such a wonderful performer. She has what most auditions lack...She was in character the whole time. Definitely one of my favorite auditions.
I still remember this, years later. Somehow whenever I come back it's even better than I last remembered it. So beautiful. Hope you're doing well Gabi!!!
To the Melanie Moores and All you other top dancers.....Bow your heads to the master and in my opinion The best dancer to ever grace the internet, barring none.
Gabi, you are such a gorgeous performer. I've watched this video at least 100 times, no joke. I would love to see you perform in the future! There are not enough dancers, I should say artists, like you around!
Gabi, I'm always coming back here to watch you, love everything you do.....You are simply the Best dancer I have ever seen barring none......You are simply compelling watching thankyou.x
Gabi is one of the best dancers I've ever seen/ met. If you think she's amazing on screen, watching her dance live is 10x better because you get the connection that you can only get from watching a live performance.
@Gabi Rojas I am now gluten free as well and finally found the right medication that works. I've lost 50lbs in the last 6 months and started dancing again! RA is a beast but I have definitely learned that I need to keep moving otherwise it takes over again. Happy healing vibes sent to you. I hope your flare is short-lived and that it is minimal. From one RA Warrior to another, rest when you can but we can beat this thing! xoxo Laura
One of the best auditions til this day. She actually dance. She actually told a story. Instead of the same ass dancing with the same ass dance moves of jumping, splits...blah blah blah. Sad she didn't dance on the show. And every year they pick the same ass dancers.....
She is such a fabulous dancer, and I love her even more because she chose Nina Simone for that second solo. This girl made me start to actually watch the show. The little I saw from her was better than some of the best careography on sytycd.
Oh my goodness. Now, why are people saying she is not "better" than Melanie Moore and Sasha, Allison...They are all very different in their own respects. We may compare them for the sake of art and comparison, but they are all unique. And if by "better" you mean technique, well I shall say that this girl has more concept, feeling and artistic exploration in her dance than the typical "look how high my leg goes" and "look at my awesome flips" etc. Dance is about expression, (often forgotten)
Wow, I really liked that! Really unique,her own kind of style what also showed her flexibility etc. Usually those contemporary dances use the same elements.and usually lot of gymnastics-show elements and they loose the actual dancing, the body movements
Love these kinds of modern dances. They're truly unique and fresh. It kinda makes me not want to believe that she has such a lethal case of arthritis :P
They need a side season that is a competition for people who made the top 20 but didn't make the show. They could also make it over 30 to allow some who aged out through auditions.
Hi Gabi- How are you feeling now? I hope all is well.Did you ever audition for the show again? please do, I'd love to see you dance on that show or anywhere to be honest. You are wonderful!.
@videos4vainglorious It probably changed because of copyright infringements or something but when I watched this live these were the songs played. The first solo is to Zap Mama - Moonray and the 2nd is to Four Women by Nina Simone which has recently been redone and is on the movie soundtrack of "For Colored Girls"
+Julia Wallace ...but the music stopped, as well as her performance, without any cue from Nigel. It ended exactly when the dancer intended it to. Watch it again...
Ughh.. i hate it when they switch the view to the judges' faces... they do it a really good parts too.. seriously.. people watch this show for the dancing... not for the judges' faces... 8/ but i loved her audition.. it was the bombdigitty..
All these years later I keep coming back to this. Sublime.
This is probably my favorite audition ever on SYTYCD. I come back to watch this every so often and it never ceases to mesmerize.
Same
best audition on sytycd! She didn't impress by kicking her leg up. She was just dancing.
Arguably one of the best auditions in SYTYCD history.
Just watched the Season 17 premier of SYTCD (2022) and I still remember this incredible audition. It made an impression on me when I watched it when it originally aired and it has stayed with me throughout the years. We had a sincere backstory, nothing over the top, with amazing dancing. So pure and so honest... we will never see another audition like this!
I absolutely love this. Such a wonderful performer. She has what most auditions lack...She was in character the whole time. Definitely one of my favorite auditions.
For some reason I find myself gavitating back to this clip..........and recharge my batteries.
Til this day still one of the best audition. She just danced.
I still remember this, years later. Somehow whenever I come back it's even better than I last remembered it. So beautiful. Hope you're doing well Gabi!!!
most memorable audition of them all!
I get chills watching her 2nd performance... stunning.
The Most Beautiful Audition In The History Of The Show!
To the Melanie Moores and All you other top dancers.....Bow your heads to the master and in my opinion The best dancer to ever grace the internet, barring none.
Gabi, you are such a gorgeous performer. I've watched this video at least 100 times, no joke. I would love to see you perform in the future! There are not enough dancers, I should say artists, like you around!
Was sucks is that there are a lot of people out there who don't understand the beauty of those solos. I was trying not to cry while watching her.
So much feeling...wow.. she amazes me. I can watch and watch and never get tired of watching.
Gabi, I'm always coming back here to watch you, love everything you do.....You are simply the Best dancer I have ever seen barring none......You are simply compelling watching thankyou.x
Gabi is one of the best dancers I've ever seen/ met. If you think she's amazing on screen, watching her dance live is 10x better because you get the connection that you can only get from watching a live performance.
Several years later and I'm still in love with her.
God bless...Don't allow anyone to change anything about you.........I hope and pray, one day, I can see you live.
My life is now complete. This clip should be on everyones bucket list. OHMIGOHD she is fantastic
If not to say anything about her dancing; her choice in
music is amazing.
I wish the show would spend more time on the full audition than getting the judges reactions. Excellent performance by Gabi. Magnificnent!
Here in 2021. Love this clip and Gaby Rojas' dancing!
she is absolutely stunning!!
Miss seeing her dance. Brilliant.
TOP 10 all time best auditions right here forsure!
She is my dance teacher!!!!!!!!!!!!
@Gabi Rojas I am now gluten free as well and finally found the right medication that works. I've lost 50lbs in the last 6 months and started dancing again! RA is a beast but I have definitely learned that I need to keep moving otherwise it takes over again. Happy healing vibes sent to you. I hope your flare is short-lived and that it is minimal. From one RA Warrior to another, rest when you can but we can beat this thing! xoxo Laura
This is the only time I have ever seen Nigel give a standing ovation......I understand why.
chills.. absolutely breathtaking..
She inspires me!!!!
this is so good because she is an artist dancer and not just a commercial dancer
The solo was so good. My god.
that second piece is so unfreakingbelievable i cant stand it. i wanna watch more of it.
One of the best auditions til this day. She actually dance. She actually told a story. Instead of the same ass dancing with the same ass dance moves of jumping, splits...blah blah blah. Sad she didn't dance on the show. And every year they pick the same ass dancers.....
Exactly. Lost interest in the show for that said reason. 80 pirouettes is not dancing
I WANT TO SEE HER COMPLETE THE ROUTINE FOR THIS SONG! I KEEP COMING BACK HERE!
i loved this solo. it made my day! and just like mhss0001 said she is not just another commercial dancer! love love love it!
Its quiet simple really......I want to see more of Gabi Rojas!
gabi your amazing I have seen this audition video too many times. I never get tired or it, its beautiful.
She is such a fabulous dancer, and I love her even more because she chose Nina Simone for that second solo.
This girl made me start to actually watch the show. The little I saw from her was better than some of the best careography on sytycd.
Inspires me to work harder! shes fabulous and amazing and uughh!! so beautiful
Mia Michaels said "You are a Prodigy"
Thank you so much! Saved me the effort of searching across the vastness that is the internet :)
Oh my goodness. Now, why are people saying she is not "better" than Melanie Moore and Sasha, Allison...They are all very different in their own respects. We may compare them for the sake of art and comparison, but they are all unique.
And if by "better" you mean technique, well I shall say that this girl has more concept, feeling and artistic exploration in her dance than the typical "look how high my leg goes" and "look at my awesome flips" etc. Dance is about expression, (often forgotten)
2024, just need to recharge the batteries.
The first performance was beautiful, but the second one blew me away. So inspiring, and authentic.
You are fantastic!
Wow, I really liked that! Really unique,her own kind of style what also showed her flexibility etc. Usually those contemporary dances use the same elements.and usually lot of gymnastics-show elements and they loose the actual dancing, the body movements
still utterly amazing.
😳 O_O
I saw her at a battle in CO.....didn't know she hit sytycd!
Love these kinds of modern dances. They're truly unique and fresh. It kinda makes me not want to believe that she has such a lethal case of arthritis :P
nigel: "i don't really wanna say anymore at this point..." and goes on to blab for another minute
Lol, I like that......you keep coming back to see yourself perform.
Wish you a Happy New Year and a great 2013, x
she is my modern teacher!!!!
She's incredible!
woderfull expression ! awesome moviments ! You're my favorite dancer ever ! Kisses from rio de janeiro
They need a side season that is a competition for people who made the top 20 but didn't make the show. They could also make it over 30 to allow some who aged out through auditions.
She better WORK!!!!!!! She inspires me!!!!
She's a amazing.
Her mom is my dance teacher😂😊😁
Star-eyed Starrily mine too:)
She's my modern teacher here in Colorado!:)
fantastico!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Amazing just amazing
Hi Gabi- How are you feeling now? I hope all is well.Did you ever audition for the show again? please do, I'd love to see you dance on that show or anywhere to be honest. You are wonderful!.
@bulgletta Cuz she couldn't pick up other types of dance ... But I really hope she makes it in her field, she's amazing !
Wow that was amazing!!!
A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!
@videos4vainglorious It probably changed because of copyright infringements or something but when I watched this live these were the songs played. The first solo is to Zap Mama - Moonray and the 2nd is to Four Women by Nina Simone which has recently been redone and is on the movie soundtrack of "For Colored Girls"
I hate Nigel for stopping her in dancing! I wanted to see the whole thing!!
+Julia Wallace ...but the music stopped, as well as her performance, without any cue from Nigel. It ended exactly when the dancer intended it to. Watch it again...
***SONG is called [ Zap Mama - Moonray ]
Took me forever to find it,
adore her! also, is it just me or does her mother really look like debbie allen?
she is AMAZING
give her your best. You'll regret if you don't.
@arelluinnar When I saw that second dance, that was literally when I committed to the series....
@1:54 though !! She was awesome.
Love it
The song is entitled "Four Women" by Nina Simone.
@DMarie0824 the song is by nina samone-4 women
Two words: Alvin Ailey
First song: Moonray by Zap Mama
Second song: Four Women by Nina Simone
@breekwhal first song: moonray-zap mama
second song: 4 women- nina simone
Metropolitan Academy of Dance!:D
she used to lots! But since she got arthritis, she's had to take it a bit slow. Luckily she's not letting that stop her :)
lol at nigel dramatically stopping the solo
The song is by Nina Simone: Four Women
Sonya would do amazing things with her!
What's the second song called? I love it!
Ughh.. i hate it when they switch the view to the judges' faces... they do it a really good parts too.. seriously.. people watch this show for the dancing... not for the judges' faces... 8/ but i loved her audition.. it was the bombdigitty..
she got cut in vegas ........... but she is my favorite
how do i get in touch with this girl, so i can convince her to go back and when next year.....
what the heck is the name of the first song?? Please someone tell me, it's phenomenal!
I think I've seen her on Glee.
Wow, kinda sad she ended up just being a dance teacher in Colorado. Thought she'd be performing and travelling in exciting places...
@supersweetbassplayer It's 'Moonray' by Zap Mama
@Gabibutterfly88 Miss you too girl, hope all is going well!
Metropolitan Academy of Dance! But she doesn't teach there anymore:(
Does anyone have her dance to Four Women?
What ever happened to her? She should come back and show all of the contestants what real dance is.
The name os song is moonray-zap mama