Paying tribute to a big artist like Prince is a very nice thing, Madonna has a heart of gold and that is why i love her, she did this for M.J too. you have to consider it's a stressful time i still can't believe Prince is gone. She has her respect for big artists and this very thoughtful. it is hard not to get emotional for Prince while performing his music. Thank you very much Madonna & Mr. Wonder for the tribute, you are big artists & great human beings. I love you.
+Pedro Marmol you don't know prince if you thought he would be pleased about them icing out HIS gave and people whose careers he launched for this troglodyte to fuck his work up. like all white people know about prince is purple rain and when doves cry. he was beyond those songs. all of his work since The Artist was R&B Funk/Neo Soul amazing shit. his catalogue is incredible. have you seen prince do interviews?
I've always been a true Prince follower , not fan,he didn't like that word , short for fanatic ! , I admire Madonna for doing this it must have been hard for her to do , and she loved him she showed her respect and did the best she could and good to her ,dressed in purple with the cane and hurt in her voice ,well done Madonna
+lene k yeah that is true all the legends are passing away and not just Madonna all the o legends still alive look sad because all of them used to run he 80's 90's and some of them 2000's and they used to work together and they must feel bad because they Rem. it like yesterday
+Charley Deloya that's sad when you look at it like that. But it's true. They where everything back in there day but now they're seen as old and irrelevant to this generation which breaks my heart . I'm 16 but honestly I prefer some of the legends and legends in the making( the late 90s and early 2000s generation) over the new relevant stars.
+Brandon Howard OMG U JUST READ MY MIND AND NOT ONLY THAT THAT'S HOW I FEEL EVERY TIME AMEN its true all the artists from back then are now seen as old and irrelevant and im 15 and still listen to Madonna but its fucked up how ppl choose new artists over the ones who were legends but we can't blame the ppl its Billboard,Radio,The News they don't wanna promote them just cause they were very popular in the 80' 90' and 2000's doesn't mean they can't still be who ever said its bad listening to a 40 50 or even 60 yr old person at least Madonna is still relevant but I just wish all the singers had some respect for everything they've done
+Charley Deloya they will ....when they're dead. I hate to be a buzzkill like but most legends now don't get acknowledge until they're dead. Most people didn't know Prince until now. I feel like we as a whole should support the legends that we have left along with last generation of stars like Britney Beyonce Usher Justin Timberlake Gwen Stefani and so on cause when they're gone what are we left with? Miley Cyrus ? Taylor Swift? Rihanna ? Justin Bieber? Chris Brown? The only singer I can say I truly like out the new generation would be Lady Gaga but everybody else is just bleh to me
Madonna did a good job. They asked her to do it. If she would have said no then people would have been mad about that and said she was being disrespectful. It could have been longer and had more performers but that is the producers fault not Madonna. At least what they did was in good taste. In order to do a real tribute it would have to be a 2 hour concert with Sheila E., Chaka Kahn, Morris Day, NPG, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, etc. That didn't happen and it shouldn't be blamed on Madonna.
She 'sucks' etc. say nothing specific about the performance; thousands of comments (most positive from the general public) by haters but no one has yet been able to say ONE SPECIFIC mistake in the performance. Sour grapes?
I think it was an awesome performance. Madonna did a great job and stevie wonder was amazing! people need get over them selves. You can't think about Prince and not think about Michael and Madonna. They had a superstar give a tribute to a superstar. Awesome!
She didn't sing that bad. She has so many haters, especially some puritans from the US. They can't stand the way she behaves but that's Madonna and nothing will stop her!
the biggest pop artists back in the day were Madonna , Prince and Michael. they were all massive at the same time. they were the queen and kings of that era , it only makes sense that she was part of that tribute. who would you rather? Arianna? Beyonce? because they have stronger voices? it would not seem right. i think she did a good job :)
+Wesley Jordan hi I was just stating that Prince because of the talent that he had and he definitely had his own style of singing, his songs are very difficult to perform up to his level of performance. I thought that she chose two of the best songs for her ability and I thought she did OK I didn't love it but it wasn't terrible it was good for her. Also they could've chose probably somebody younger more contemporary Who could've had a little more excitement I don't know, but I think the fact that she knew him personally probably made it more personal but everyone has opinions right?
+Aaron D everyone is entitled to their own opinion, we all know that she is no Whitney Houston, but she was friends with him and for her it was personal, I thought she did fine according to her limited musical talent. I didn't hate it.
Great tribute by Madge! > the Queen of (sexy) Pop to the King of (sexy) Pop forever & the Most Talented Music Artist ever! Stevie was beautiful since he was Prince's inspiration! The best 2 choices!!! Stop complaining everyone!
I will say this. In honor of Prince who never lip sync she sang live & I think it was the words of his song nothng compares 2 You that was the message. She sang live with a real live band. No backing track or lip sync that would be total disrespect for Prince if they did that. I hope they do not do that at the BET tribute. Any kind of lip sync is a total disrespect to him.
Fuck the haters she's Madonna the only one QUEEN of pop... respect her history loooosers! and she did a great job...full of emotion in her voice...she was singing for one of her inspirations...she was sad and we could notice it on her voice and body language
If you're referring to the king being Michael Jackson, then you have NO idea what you're talking about, PERIOD. Michael Jackson was signed in 1969. Madonna was signed in the early 80's. He's been performing professionally since he was a small kid. Technically she has not outlived him. Facts are facts.
I like Madonna. I don't think she sounded that bad. It was actually very nicely done and almost made me cry. Her emotions came through with the sadness she is feeling of his loss. No it didn't showcase his talent but it won't be the last tribute to Prince on earth. People get a gripe! Let the Queen pass 😂😂😂😂
im sorry Prince...for that tribute. .you Deserve Better...♡♡♡♤♤♢♢♧♧☆☆..where ever you are you are a many ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆s...steve Wonder ...helped to close it...
Been out of the country and missed the show, but finally got to see the full performance. Thank u 4 sharing. RIP Prince. Xoxoxo Madonna. Fuck the haters!
Bet Award where racist bit as Madonna was white and they said they could of got a black singing to do it how stupid is that if I said that to black people why there no whites singing it be deem racist
She sounds really good I think people wanted to here one of prince's signiture songs like little red corvette, when doves cry, or let's go crazy. People are ungrateful it was a tribute to Prince and she did a awesome job.
I thought she did a fantastic job. Afterall, she is Madonna not Prince.She sang the song like Madonna. She wasn't trying to emulate Prince in anyway , she was just honoring him the way Madonna would.
I think that Madonna paid a wonderful tribute to Prince. After she did grow up in his Era! I think she should be praised and not criticized for her performance.
I think it was perfect,in more than one way,the song they picked,the fact that Madonna actually had love for Prince they were two of the three greats from the 80s that changed the music industry forever,they opened up so many doors and paved the way for countless ppl,she was his friend who better to do a tribute for you then someone who was your friend,someone who had love for you?
The quality of this video isn't so good,but i must say,great tribute,I don't understand people.What you want from a tribute?Also prince songs are not easy to sing
+malvip ya, es tu opinión pero el hecho de que digas que "es una mierda", es denigrar el tributo en sí, y no fue nada más que eso, UN TRIBUTO. No te gustó, bien, excelente, ¿pero para qué venir a repartir odio a toda persona que no comparta tu opinión?
People should respect Madonna , she's an icon like Prince, Bowie, M. Jackson, all with their different style changed music for good. So proud to have lived that time and enjoyed it, love them all :)
If it was like that, no one in the music industry would've respected her for as long as she's been part or it. She has inspired many artists til this day.
She became famous at a time where music was ruled by men, and she was smart enough to know what was missing, and the music industry had to go along with that, on a time where record companies put an artist's vision last, they were impressed by her. She opened doors for artists like Gwen Stefani, Lady Gaga, Pink, Beyonce (they've even said she was an inspiration to them). She is a true pioneer. She is not the best singer or dancer but she has reinvented herself and has remained for many many years very successful, you might not like her but you can't deny that.
as I said before, do some research before you call me a liar, is very easy now, we have internet www.google.com.ec/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=5&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiI1M_OopHNAhUG8x4KHab9CpYQFgg9MAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dailymail.co.uk%2Ftvshowbiz%2Farticle-2528199%2FBeyonce-reveals-wants-follow-Madonnas-footsteps.html&usg=AFQjCNGCw90q6RuVCcJd19KJEZVyef-YhA&sig2=D9ZpfA8u87AZX9X0wce6OA
you're saying a person can't be a fan of all 3? Who are you to say that? There are many things I like about her, as well as them. I grew up with their music, I dont know how old are you, but you probably won't get it and I don't expect you too. Calling bullshit to people's tastes, that's arrogant. I show you facts you just give me your opinions...
How good she sings and performed has nothing to do with why she isn't capable of doing the tribute. It's just a tribute and you should at least give respect not hate.
Wait, why on earth is everyone saying she did badly? Nothing Compares 2 U is a really tough song and she did it better than I thought she would've. Really, what is the problem?
What exactly is so tough about singing Nothing Compares 2 U? Please tell me. I'm waiting. It's a slow song with no highs or lows or challenging notes. Or maybe you're saying in a nice way that Madonna can't sing. Well no shit Sherlock. She's never been famous for her voice for sure.
A band wanted to hire me because I sang that song to specs, "Nothing Compares " as a copy, and if they read this and are still performing, I'm ready. Seriously.
She did a good job. It was a tribute, and it was hers. Everyone has different visions of what it should be, but this was HER tribute and HER vision. Make your own tribute if you have a different idea. He was a brilliant musician; there is certainly room for other interpretations. Madonna was a peer arguably on the same level as Prince from a popularity perspective; a reasonable choice to do a tribute. Thank you for sharing your vision, Madonna. Opening yourself up to this ridiculous criticism was courageous.
Apparently "haters" don't have hearing problems... sorry...this is just not good... she flats out on the highs...is nasal...is struggling with vocal control... and you'll hate my comment... which just means you're illiterate. Get your ears checked. I longed for Sinead to walk out and make this a stunning tribute. Anyway. Britney will do Madonna's tribute and you will all scream about why they let a lawnmower do a Madonna tribute,...and the bar for vocal talent continues to sink. Nice throne, thought.
You people made MTV awards and the Grammy to beg Madonna to do more Prince Tributes.... They know you will all watch, so you can rush to post more comments.... We owe the haters for this performance. Thank you to all those hateful trolls.
Came to see what all the chatter was about. When compared to other recent tributes (why is everyone dying wtf) I can see how this looks dull. Two super sad songs, intentionally minimal production, and depressing as shit video in the background... nobody is going to make this look good. Madonna and Stevie weren't totally wrong choices. Maybe if they would've kept it upbeat so it could be more like a party instead of a funeral, the public would've reacted better.
It probably looks like a funeral cuz he died? Not every tribute is going to be a party. Sometimes sadness needs to be expressed. If it were an upbeat medley like Lady Gaga's David Bowie tribute, people would have been upset too. Seems like people like to criticize everything these days, instead of putting their attention on something meaningful. That explains all the chatter I guess. Wouldn;t it be nice if his fans paid attention to things Prince actually cared about, like helping communities get out of poverty, or minimizing animal suffering (he didnt eat meat)...
+Adriano Bulla I think for televised events like an award show, joy/celebration always beats sadness for the viewers. So far, none of the tributes have been tearjerkers. My opinion was about why I thought everyone hated it.
I don't know what all the fuss is about. I do get it, but I thought they did a touching tribute. Of course we know BET is going to take it to another level with the music he was MOST known for (aside from Purple Rain) and will inject artists he performed with. Considering the type of award show the Billboards is, I thought they choose well to have Madonna and Stevie Wonder. They positioned their selection based on cross-over iconic representation. Madonna is one of the only living greats left from that era and considering their past history, collaborations and relationship... it makes sense. Now that that's over... I really want to see BET jam. If I don't see Sheila E., Morris Day and the Time, Shena Eiston and Chaka Khan on that stage with some of Prince's former original band members...well. Something is wrong.They reflected the tone of his music and their presence will better resonate with his fan base. It would even be cool if the Bangles sang Manic Monday. And, if I'm correct, he even did a fairly recent collaboration with Angie Stone. I could see Apollonia saying a few words. I could also see them linking a brief tribute to Vanity. I have my expectations. LOL. My two cents. :-) I wouldn't be surprised if Beyonce, Usher, Miguel or Mariah Carey did a tribute. By the way, I hope BET also does a fitting tribute to David Bowie. ua-cam.com/video/XZGiVzIr8Qg/v-deo.html
3:45 WTF was that?! Somebody get this has-been some vocal lessons! LOL notice how people only got into it when Stevie showed up! That nobody by him should take notes because not even her wannabes can rank her higher than a TRUE talent like Stevie!
Madonna, from now on choose songs that suit your voice better. These songs didn't do you any justice and you certainly didn't do them any justice either. Not a hater here
+Marcelo Pereira i agree. all the women that he worked with should've been there as well. i do believe he admired women. but i really do believe he was gay. i don't think he loved women in a sexual way.
She butchered two of his best master pieces!! She deserves all the shade she can have thrown at her! Not even Stevie Wonder could save that sh@t!!!!!!!
A ver si entendimos, se supone que le esta haciendo un tributo a Prince, y la gran pregunta es, porqué teniendo tantos éxitos Prince, tantas canciones, tantos años de carrera, ¿Eligió la canción que no fue éxito mundial en Prince? (aunque es de él)si no más bien eligió la canción que le dió éxito y fama mundial a Sinead O' Connor. Esos tonos lentos, esos coros celestiales, esos violines son instrumentaria y producción del genio Nelle Hooper, que lo hizó especialmente para Sinead, en la versión original de Prince, es un tono más bien blues-rock, son completamente diferentes. Entonces aquí no es el cover del original de Prince, si no más bien entendemos que es el cover de la versión de 1990 de Sinead O´Connor, con lo cuál y aunque es de Prince, más bien el tributo parece estar dirigido a la Irlandesa Sinead, cosa que no esta mal, ya que Sinead debe de estar feliz, pues después de todo Madonna le reconoció su talento, y después de todo Sinead O´Connor es de las mejores voces y estilos vocales del mundo. ¡Te apreciamos Madonna, pero en verdad sentimos que el tributo no esta en dirección a Prince, si no más bien a Sinead O´Connor!...
Paying tribute to a big artist like Prince is a very nice thing, Madonna has a heart of gold and that is why i love her, she did this for M.J too. you have to consider it's a stressful time i still can't believe Prince is gone. She has her respect for big artists and this very thoughtful. it is hard not to get emotional for Prince while performing his music. Thank you very much Madonna & Mr. Wonder for the tribute, you are big artists & great human beings. I love you.
Awesome job Madonna!!! Much RESPECT for your performance and I am sure Prince was smiling down on you as well 💜💜💜💜
Knowing Prince, I HIGHLY doubt he was smiling down at this shit 😂 😂
He probably be upset with haters like you who doesn't appreciate an honest tribute to him
+Pedro Marmol Thank you 💜
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+Pedro Marmol you don't know prince if you thought he would be pleased about them icing out HIS gave and people whose careers he launched for this troglodyte to fuck his work up. like all white people know about prince is purple rain and when doves cry. he was beyond those songs. all of his work since The Artist was R&B Funk/Neo Soul amazing shit. his catalogue is incredible. have you seen prince do interviews?
I've always been a true Prince follower , not fan,he didn't like that word , short for fanatic ! , I admire Madonna for doing this it must have been hard for her to do , and she loved him she showed her respect and did the best she could and good to her ,dressed in purple with the cane and hurt in her voice ,well done Madonna
Its sad to see all the legends passing away only a few are left Madonna and Steve look hurt and devastated there the only few of the legends left
i know....been so many deaths and tributes from madonna this year...sad.
+lene k yeah that is true all the legends are passing away and not just Madonna all the o legends still alive look sad because all of them used to run he 80's 90's and some of them 2000's and they used to work together and they must feel bad because they Rem. it like yesterday
+Charley Deloya that's sad when you look at it like that. But it's true. They where everything back in there day but now they're seen as old and irrelevant to this generation which breaks my heart . I'm 16 but honestly I prefer some of the legends and legends in the making( the late 90s and early 2000s generation) over the new relevant stars.
+Brandon Howard OMG U JUST READ MY MIND AND NOT ONLY THAT THAT'S HOW I FEEL EVERY TIME AMEN its true all the artists from back then are now seen as old and irrelevant and im 15 and still listen to Madonna but its fucked up how ppl choose new artists over the ones who were legends but we can't blame the ppl its Billboard,Radio,The News they don't wanna promote them just cause they were very popular in the 80' 90' and 2000's doesn't mean they can't still be who ever said its bad listening to a 40 50 or even 60 yr old person at least Madonna is still relevant but I just wish all the singers had some respect for everything they've done
+Charley Deloya they will ....when they're dead. I hate to be a buzzkill like but most legends now don't get acknowledge until they're dead. Most people didn't know Prince until now. I feel like we as a whole should support the legends that we have left along with last generation of stars like Britney Beyonce Usher Justin Timberlake Gwen Stefani and so on cause when they're gone what are we left with? Miley Cyrus ? Taylor Swift? Rihanna ? Justin Bieber? Chris Brown? The only singer I can say I truly like out the new generation would be Lady Gaga but everybody else is just bleh to me
she is just stunning....I can't believe people didn't like it
I wish i could downvote this comment more than once
Snap hahaha
Madonna did a good job. They asked her to do it. If she would have said no then people would have been mad about that and said she was being disrespectful. It could have been longer and had more performers but that is the producers fault not Madonna. At least what they did was in good taste. In order to do a real tribute it would have to be a 2 hour concert with Sheila E., Chaka Kahn, Morris Day, NPG, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, etc. That didn't happen and it shouldn't be blamed on Madonna.
All his band members past and present were invited; none accepted.
WTF? What a fucking lousy job!
oops wasnt meaning to reply to that comment. but she sucks lol
I doubt people would be mad if she said no, most people didn't feel she was fit to the job in the first place and sorry they were right. This was bad.
She 'sucks' etc. say nothing specific about the performance; thousands of comments (most positive from the general public) by haters but no one has yet been able to say ONE SPECIFIC mistake in the performance. Sour grapes?
I think it was an awesome performance. Madonna did a great job and stevie wonder was amazing! people need get over them selves. You can't think about Prince and not think about Michael and Madonna. They had a superstar give a tribute to a superstar. Awesome!
She didn't sing that bad. She has so many haters, especially some puritans from the US. They can't stand the way she behaves but that's Madonna and nothing will stop her!
+Random Izer xD
I CAN'T LIKE HER. GOOD FASION SETTER BUT BAD SINGER
the biggest pop artists back in the day were Madonna , Prince and Michael. they were all massive at the same time. they were the queen and kings of that era , it only makes sense that she was part of that tribute. who would you rather? Arianna? Beyonce? because they have stronger voices? it would not seem right. i think she did a good job :)
She did good
i didn't hate it
You've got low standards. Sad for you.
+Wesley Jordan hi I was just stating that Prince because of the talent that he had and he definitely had his own style of singing, his songs are very difficult to perform up to his level of performance. I thought that she chose two of the best songs for her ability and I thought she did OK I didn't love it but it wasn't terrible it was good for her. Also they could've chose probably somebody younger more contemporary Who could've had a little more excitement I don't know, but I think the fact that she knew him personally probably made it more personal but everyone has opinions right?
you must be def
+Aaron D everyone is entitled to their own opinion, we all know that she is no Whitney Houston, but she was friends with him and for her it was personal, I thought she did fine according to her limited musical talent. I didn't hate it.
This is really one of her best and most personal performances! Chills all over!
Madonna's performance was fine. I wish people would get other occupations than being haters.
Great tribute by Madge! > the Queen of (sexy) Pop to the King of (sexy) Pop forever & the Most Talented Music Artist ever! Stevie was beautiful since he was Prince's inspiration! The best 2 choices!!! Stop complaining everyone!
Madonna is drenched in sadness, At times it's like she can barely sing. Well done, M, well done.
2:13 When you don't hit the note AND your backup singer outshines you at the SAME time. OUCH!!!
Prince was a true artist. Madonna is a genius at marketing herself. In this video she reminds me of a grandma at a karaoke bar.
I will say this. In honor of Prince who never lip sync she sang live & I think it was the words of his song nothng compares 2 You that was the message. She sang live with a real live band. No backing track or lip sync that would be total disrespect for Prince if they did that. I hope they do not do that at the BET tribute. Any kind of lip sync is a total disrespect to him.
Fuck the haters she's Madonna the only one QUEEN of pop... respect her history loooosers! and she did a great job...full of emotion in her voice...she was singing for one of her inspirations...she was sad and we could notice it on her voice and body language
Madonna has out lived the king and now the Prince. She did amazingly!
So what? She outlived the greatest voice ever Whitney too, so what? True talents burn out faster, non talents only live for fame and money.
yes she did... it was soo good...she did it really good...!!!!!!!!!! love you madonna
+Deva7 accurate
If you're referring to the king being Michael Jackson, then you have NO idea what you're talking about, PERIOD. Michael Jackson was signed in 1969. Madonna was signed in the early 80's. He's been performing professionally since he was a small kid. Technically she has not outlived him. Facts are facts.
true that......
Thanks for posting, been looking for a video of the actual performance for ages. I think Madonna did great. I loved this tribute.
I like Madonna. I don't think she sounded that bad. It was actually very nicely done and almost made me cry. Her emotions came through with the sadness she is feeling of his loss. No it didn't showcase his talent but it won't be the last tribute to Prince on earth. People get a gripe! Let the Queen pass 😂😂😂😂
Madonna's gonna crash the BET Awards. IN purple - possessed by the spirit of Prince. I know it!! ;)
I am crying laughing😂😂😂😂
lol!
can't wait to see her SHADE THEM!!! ha ha haaaaaa. But seriously: she was not good
That'll NEVER happen. She can't compare to Prince. Pun intended
The BET awards tribute killed this tribute. Granted, they had more time to clear their emotions
Heartbreaking. When friends depart they always take a piece of you with them.
im sorry Prince...for that tribute. .you Deserve Better...♡♡♡♤♤♢♢♧♧☆☆..where ever you are you are a many ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆s...steve Wonder ...helped to close it...
Been out of the country and missed the show, but finally got to see the full performance. Thank u 4 sharing. RIP Prince. Xoxoxo Madonna. Fuck the haters!
BET says not to worry, their tribute won't suck like this. Prince is in heaven giving the biggest shade to Madonna right now.
Perhaps, but Madonna is still alive.... so who got the last word..... #TheMoreYouKnow
But she hasn't.... TableFor1
David Hagan Madonna has preserved herself with botox and plastic surgery. You have to look close cause she looks like Kenny Rogers.
Bet Award where racist bit as Madonna was white and they said they could of got a black singing to do it how stupid is that if I said that to black people why there no whites singing it be deem racist
Still looks better than you...have some respect
She sounds really good I think people wanted to here one of prince's signiture songs like little red corvette, when doves cry, or let's go crazy. People are ungrateful it was a tribute to Prince and she did a awesome job.
I sounds good to me, no one can compare to prince, but hey I like Madonna as well. She did it in her version and her style.
Madonna is always great. Her tribute is much appreciated. Her tears too.
She did a great job, so emotional.
I thought she did a fantastic job. Afterall, she is Madonna not Prince.She sang the song like Madonna. She wasn't trying to emulate Prince in anyway , she was just honoring him the way Madonna would.
I think Madonna did great. It was a respectful and emotional performance. Just as it should have been!
Thanks for sharing. I missed the original airing. Much appreciated.
hermoso!!!!! de los mejores homenajes que han echo... #nothingcomparestoyoumadonna
No wonder Prince didn't like people covering his songs or anyone else's for that matter.
I think that Madonna paid a wonderful tribute to Prince. After she did grow up in his Era! I think she should be praised and not criticized for her performance.
It was beautiful Madonna and stevi were the perfect choice 👌🏽❤️❤️💜💜💜
I think it was perfect,in more than one way,the song they picked,the fact that Madonna actually had love for Prince they were two of the three greats from the 80s that changed the music industry forever,they opened up so many doors and paved the way for countless ppl,she was his friend who better to do a tribute for you then someone who was your friend,someone who had love for you?
The background is the same in the first Interlude of "BEST FRIEND/HEARTBEAT" in MDNA TOUR 2012.
she didn't do to bad!
I agree, she did good, its difficult to sing his songs, because he definitely had his own style.
Not to mention the comparison to the terrific version of Sinead O Connor.
i could see how sad she seemed it so sad prince was a really nice guy and so talented, so sad 57 isnt very old.
Loved It. Madonna did a great job in my opinion.
"Where did I go wrong" well stepping onto this stage. ..
The quality of this video isn't so good,but i must say,great tribute,I don't understand people.What you want from a tribute?Also prince songs are not easy to sing
Me encanto! gracias lo he buscado como un loco! Madonna canto estupendo.
+malvip hizo una buenísima interpretación, aunque te pese
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+malvip tú tampoco ayudas a nadie con tus comentarios llenos de odio
malvip pero si vieras la realidad de una forma positiva, si te pasas viendo todo del lado negativo eso da mucho que decir sobre tu vida...
+malvip ya, es tu opinión pero el hecho de que digas que "es una mierda", es denigrar el tributo en sí, y no fue nada más que eso, UN TRIBUTO. No te gustó, bien, excelente, ¿pero para qué venir a repartir odio a toda persona que no comparta tu opinión?
+malvip nadie está hablando de eso.
thank you for putting this on.. its the only one tht shows the full thing....i love it its soooooo good.
People should respect Madonna , she's an icon like Prince, Bowie, M. Jackson, all with their different style changed music for good. So proud to have lived that time and enjoyed it, love them all :)
If it was like that, no one in the music industry would've respected her for as long as she's been part or it. She has inspired many artists til this day.
She became famous at a time where music was ruled by men, and she was smart enough to know what was missing, and the music industry had to go along with that, on a time where record companies put an artist's vision last, they were impressed by her. She opened doors for artists like Gwen Stefani, Lady Gaga, Pink, Beyonce (they've even said she was an inspiration to them). She is a true pioneer. She is not the best singer or dancer but she has reinvented herself and has remained for many many years very successful, you might not like her but you can't deny that.
people who criticize her should do some research of her career first.
as I said before, do some research before you call me a liar, is very easy now, we have internet www.google.com.ec/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=5&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiI1M_OopHNAhUG8x4KHab9CpYQFgg9MAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dailymail.co.uk%2Ftvshowbiz%2Farticle-2528199%2FBeyonce-reveals-wants-follow-Madonnas-footsteps.html&usg=AFQjCNGCw90q6RuVCcJd19KJEZVyef-YhA&sig2=D9ZpfA8u87AZX9X0wce6OA
you're saying a person can't be a fan of all 3? Who are you to say that? There are many things I like about her, as well as them. I grew up with their music, I dont know how old are you, but you probably won't get it and I don't expect you too. Calling bullshit to people's tastes, that's arrogant. I show you facts you just give me your opinions...
How good she sings and performed has nothing to do with why she isn't capable of doing the tribute. It's just a tribute and you should at least give respect not hate.
MADONNA SHE IS A TRUE DIVA AMAZING
I thought this was outstanding. there's not going to be a Prince tribute that's going to please everyone.
4.50 I took me a while to realize it was riri 😂😂
Thank you for posting, this was absolutely beautiful. People need to remember that Prince was all about LOVE, not hate. -Lorilee
I like it. .please upload in hd version
Thanks Madonna, No one else at Billboard even thought to put something together but you.
She killed it, THERE IS NO ONE BETTER THAT CAN PAY TRIBUTE
Lol fuck off.
drumtravelfun You first ahahahahah
Lol yeah ok
Prince V right ahahahaha
que nivel que talento Tiene esta mujer , diva , unica Reina
I thought she sounded horrible!
Prince wrote this song
yea she killed it... she murdered the hit. boo!
Wait, why on earth is everyone saying she did badly? Nothing Compares 2 U is a really tough song and she did it better than I thought she would've. Really, what is the problem?
What exactly is so tough about singing Nothing Compares 2 U? Please tell me. I'm waiting. It's a slow song with no highs or lows or challenging notes. Or maybe you're saying in a nice way that Madonna can't sing. Well no shit Sherlock. She's never been famous for her voice for sure.
It was fucking awful and she is hardly a good choice ..
a melhor versão dessa música que eu ouvi até agora.
Madonna, thanks for wearing cloths and being respectful to Prince.
A band wanted to hire me because I sang that song to specs, "Nothing Compares " as a copy, and if they read this and are still performing, I'm ready. Seriously.
there's no one bigger than madonna and stevie wonder. wow.
The best choice to pay tribute to a legend from a legend!
She did a good job. It was a tribute, and it was hers. Everyone has different visions of what it should be, but this was HER tribute and HER vision. Make your own tribute if you have a different idea. He was a brilliant musician; there is certainly room for other interpretations. Madonna was a peer arguably on the same level as Prince from a popularity perspective; a reasonable choice to do a tribute. Thank you for sharing your vision, Madonna. Opening yourself up to this ridiculous criticism was courageous.
Apparently "haters" don't have hearing problems... sorry...this is just not good... she flats out on the highs...is nasal...is struggling with vocal control... and you'll hate my comment... which just means you're illiterate. Get your ears checked. I longed for Sinead to walk out and make this a stunning tribute. Anyway. Britney will do Madonna's tribute and you will all scream about why they let a lawnmower do a Madonna tribute,...and the bar for vocal talent continues to sink. Nice throne, thought.
i looooove it
You people made MTV awards and the Grammy to beg Madonna to do more Prince Tributes.... They know you will all watch, so you can rush to post more comments.... We owe the haters for this performance. Thank you to all those hateful trolls.
why it doesn't exist the official video of this performance?
i think its sweet
agree!
Thank you for posting this.
I love Madonna
Came to see what all the chatter was about. When compared to other recent tributes (why is everyone dying wtf) I can see how this looks dull. Two super sad songs, intentionally minimal production, and depressing as shit video in the background... nobody is going to make this look good.
Madonna and Stevie weren't totally wrong choices. Maybe if they would've kept it upbeat so it could be more like a party instead of a funeral, the public would've reacted better.
It probably looks like a funeral cuz he died? Not every tribute is going to be a party. Sometimes sadness needs to be expressed. If it were an upbeat medley like Lady Gaga's David Bowie tribute, people would have been upset too. Seems like people like to criticize everything these days, instead of putting their attention on something meaningful. That explains all the chatter I guess. Wouldn;t it be nice if his fans paid attention to things Prince actually cared about, like helping communities get out of poverty, or minimizing animal suffering (he didnt eat meat)...
Have you ever thought that a tribute should be sad, minimal and respectful?
Or maybe for some people everything is an excuse to party and show off...
+Adriano Bulla I think for televised events like an award show, joy/celebration always beats sadness for the viewers. So far, none of the tributes have been tearjerkers. My opinion was about why I thought everyone hated it.
+Eduardo B. I would think the majority liked it.
Please go home Madonna. Call your husband & your son or maybe Drake! Nothing is what she can do for those who know the truth.
I don't know what all the fuss is about. I do get it, but I thought they did a touching tribute. Of course we know BET is going to take it to another level with the music he was MOST known for (aside from Purple Rain) and will inject artists he performed with. Considering the type of award show the Billboards is, I thought they choose well to have Madonna and Stevie Wonder. They positioned their selection based on cross-over iconic representation. Madonna is one of the only living greats left from that era and considering their past history, collaborations and relationship... it makes sense. Now that that's over... I really want to see BET jam. If I don't see Sheila E., Morris Day and the Time, Shena Eiston and Chaka Khan on that stage with some of Prince's former original band members...well. Something is wrong.They reflected the tone of his music and their presence will better resonate with his fan base. It would even be cool if the Bangles sang Manic Monday. And, if I'm correct, he even did a fairly recent collaboration with Angie Stone. I could see Apollonia saying a few words. I could also see them linking a brief tribute to Vanity. I have my expectations. LOL. My two cents. :-) I wouldn't be surprised if Beyonce, Usher, Miguel or Mariah Carey did a tribute. By the way, I hope BET also does a fitting tribute to David Bowie. ua-cam.com/video/XZGiVzIr8Qg/v-deo.html
this is excellentsoo emotional, I am amazed why there are so many negative comments.
3:45 WTF was that?! Somebody get this has-been some vocal lessons!
LOL notice how people only got into it when Stevie showed up! That nobody by him should take notes because not even her wannabes can rank her higher than a TRUE talent like Stevie!
Madonna, from now on choose songs that suit your voice better. These songs didn't do you any justice and you certainly didn't do them any justice either. Not a hater here
not songs for their voices... even I admire them both as artists...
She is the best to pay tribute to Prince.
when does prince come sing with her?
It's a tribute TO him.
very good--i enjoyed it
She never recorded a Prince song... but Sinead, Chacka Kan, Cyndi Lauper, Sheena easton did but they werent there.
Yeah he did write a song for her called love song
And why not the others, he loved women and he loved work with them.
+Marcelo Pereira i agree. all the women that he worked with should've been there as well. i do believe he admired women. but i really do believe he was gay. i don't think he loved women in a sexual way.
Its not about sex or sexuality. Madonna is great i just miss the others. Unanimity is something so stupid.
She nailed it!!
I appreciate her wanting to show Prince love. But they could have got some stronger singers.
The weekend is like I should be singing....
painful to hear
She is amazing
She butchered two of his best master pieces!! She deserves all the shade she can have thrown at her! Not even Stevie Wonder could save that sh@t!!!!!!!
A ver si entendimos, se supone que le esta haciendo un tributo a Prince, y la gran pregunta es, porqué teniendo tantos éxitos Prince, tantas canciones, tantos años de carrera, ¿Eligió la canción que no fue éxito mundial en Prince? (aunque es de él)si no más bien eligió la canción que le dió éxito y fama mundial a Sinead O' Connor. Esos tonos lentos, esos coros celestiales, esos violines son instrumentaria y producción del genio Nelle Hooper, que lo hizó especialmente para Sinead, en la versión original de Prince, es un tono más bien blues-rock, son completamente diferentes. Entonces aquí no es el cover del original de Prince, si no más bien entendemos que es el cover de la versión de 1990 de Sinead O´Connor, con lo cuál y aunque es de Prince, más bien el tributo parece estar dirigido a la Irlandesa Sinead, cosa que no esta mal, ya que Sinead debe de estar feliz, pues después de todo Madonna le reconoció su talento, y después de todo Sinead O´Connor es de las mejores voces y estilos vocales del mundo.
¡Te apreciamos Madonna, pero en verdad sentimos que el tributo no esta en dirección a Prince, si no más bien a Sinead O´Connor!...
She looks like a character from Final Fantasy
It's actually worse than I thought.
Is this a tribute funeral?
It was fine, nothing wrong with this. Of course BET will do something more in depth, that's kind of obvious.
Wonderful 😊
Poor Prince is probably rolling over in his grave right about now - or wherever he is.
It is kind of sad, what was her true relationship with Prince?
That was painful to watch.
lolllll
+Elizabeth Springs I think your fat face is painful to look at .
+Ariana V lmao I can live with that!!! What are you, 12??? And I thought Beyonce fans were crazy... ROFL
She did ok, The way i heard it all over tv it sounded like she was the worst, Now I watch it and its not so bad...
superrrr!!!!! madonna jadore!!