I feel that "underrated" is not such a bad thing. It affords artists of this calibre the opportunity to produce work worthy of their gift; to appear on the most prolific stages, and to retain a sense of decency that would be - otherwise - lost were they to be "rated" and widely-celebrated (mainstream) for being as exceptional as they inherently are.
Depending on the upcoming daytime Emmy's she may make history by becomming the 2nd black EGOT winner. and the 13th overall winner. Very very rare. all in only a year or so of her American career.
I'm the same here. After watching her sing " Alfie", I've been non-stop watching all available videos of her. I'm excited to watch her this year in the movie "Wicked."
She's already one of the greatest singers of all time. Now if you meant the industry and the audience are going to catch up at some point, well 2 years later, still waiting...
I can't even imagine being Cynthia Erivo and seeing Aretha Franklin out in the audience singing along with me and nodding her head. I would have lost it! Wow!
Without a doubt, one of the top vocal talents today. She could sing the alphabet and make it an event. She has an innate musicality that can’t be taught, she takes any familiar song and somehow recreates it into something new , that makes you feel it anew, jaw dropped and breathless!
I pray for every person who needs a miracle. I believe GOD can do the impossible.He can make a way where there seems to be no way. May GOD touch your health, your home, your family, your faith, and give you peace.Amen.🙏🏼🕊❤
To dream the impossible dream To fight the unbeatable foe To bear with unbearable sorrow To run where the brave dare not go To right the unrightable wrong To love pure and chaste from afar To try when your arms are too weary To reach the unreachable star This is my quest, to follow that star, No matter how hopeless, no matter how far To fight for the right without question or cause To be willing to march into hell for a heavenly cause And I know if I'll only be true to this glorious quest That my heart will lie peaceful and calm when I'm laid to my rest And the world will be better for this That one man scorned and covered with scars Still strove with his last ounce of courage To fight the unbeatable foe, to reach the unreachable star
She sang this as though she was connected to his vision and emotions. His ambition became hers and she expressed it through song so that we could all feel it. Very soulful. This is what it means to be a singer and psalmist. You’re fully engulfed with the emotions of the song. Anyone with a nice voice can sing, but not everyone has this type of connection to what they’re singing about. I’m in awe. They couldn’t have chosen anyone better for this occasion. I’m inspired. President Kennedy would be moved by this I’m sure. What a great way to be honored.
Imagine: you are asked to sing one of the most glorious songs ever written. Then you find out that Aretha Franklin was singing ALONG with you! Cynthia is amazing, joyful, beautiful and all other superlatives
The video montage of President Kennedy and then this version one of the greatest theatre songs of all time. Cynthia Erivo received the standing ovation she deserves
@@inspirebymikaeli3502 I just listened to Tevin Campbell "the impossible dream" tribute to Jackie Robinson. He sang the song beautifully. Yet, we can't deny the fact that Cynthia Erivo transmitted and projected the song with great sentiment and power. Don't you agree?😊 Her performance touched my heart. Although I like both artists, for me Cynthia Erivo's rendition is henceforth the best I've heard up 'til now. Bravo!! - to both of them! -
I love Cynthia and this is great. However, I feel the lyrics are so simple but profound that it doesn't need all the dressing up in this arrangement. For me, Bryan Stokes Mitchell has still done the best version. Just my opinion.
I somewhat hope that she never has a chance to go mainstream. I feel that her talent can only be truly appreciated by people who really appreciate music. Lol
I just wanted you to know that I get what you're saying here. My wish, though, is a comes from a different angle. I wish, and hope, for a day when the vast majority of people, not only really learn to appreciate the deeper rhythms and meaning of the musical experience, but also bring with them clearheaded reason in the dissecting of the lyrics for moving us forward as humans and as nations.
Her voice is absolutely breath taking I'll take over a screamer anyday she just proves you don't have to scream grunt riff and run to sound amazing KUDOS TO YOU MISS CYNTHIA!!!!!!👍🏼
Donovaughn Berchielli YESSSSSSS! This woman's voice is about singing the meaning of the song and NOT using it to self servingly showcase her voice. Her STUNNING voice shine through anyway!
Obviously you don't know much about singing. To comment in a condescending manner about other styles or techniques makes your ignorance show. Music, like everything in life, is a kaleidescope. It's quite okay to like/love one type or style without putting down the others, everyone's vocal ability is not the same, they do what they can and try to be good at it. It's not about proving anything, its about using what you have. #Smh. 🙄🙄😏
I see that no one commented about who this song was performed for...rather I see people saying how beautiful Cynthia sang and of course she did but we have to remember that that she sang her heart out in honor of that young president who gave his life for his country and all of us who call it home
Art is my absolute passion. If more people were creative the world would be a much better place, I've absolutely no doubt in my mind. This song made me cry. Oh what could be possible....
When words fail and you can’t find the term to fully appreciate the elegance, power, sculpture, and serenity of a moment... you can only call it beautiful...
@Cynthia Erivo Wow! you noticed my comment. I just love your voice! so unique and beautiful. I have a request, can u make a studio version of this song? So far this was the best cover of Impossible dream.
fyi , this is the 12x i repeat this video.. well her performance got me chills yet emotion.. coz with all the pop cultures now, every great singer seem to make a competition against each other and forget the true essence of being a singer that is to deliver the message of the song.. I'm done with all the runs,rifting, etc .. all we need is the heart and true inside the performance.. good job dear! u may under the radar but u're definitely catch my attention better than those top singers
Good god. I first saw her in the movie "Widows". Wondered who that was. Looked her up in the credits. Had never heard of her before. But I keep hearing references to her here and there over the years so I looked her up just now on youtube and found this. And. She. Is. AMAZING. Now I have to find more.
![Jennifer Hudson | The Impossible Dream [LIVE]](/img/n.gif)
You watch one Cynthia Erivo video and that's it: you end up watching hundreds of other videos. She is fantastic in EVERY. POSSIBLE. WAY.
Filipe Pinheiro dos Anjos exactly now I got hooked on this bone chilling, goosebump giving performance!!!!
Literally me right now
hahaha yup on my 8th one
Filipe Pinheiro dos Anjos that’s it, that’s the story behind my visit to this video
that's true, I started and now I'm hooked
I feel like she is the MOST underrated artist in the country. Her instrument is so unique and powerful.
I feel that "underrated" is not such a bad thing. It affords artists of this calibre the opportunity to produce work worthy of their gift; to appear on the most prolific stages, and to retain a sense of decency that would be - otherwise - lost were they to be "rated" and widely-celebrated (mainstream) for being as exceptional as they inherently are.
Depending on the upcoming daytime Emmy's she may make history by becomming the 2nd black EGOT winner. and the 13th overall winner. Very very rare. all in only a year or so of her American career.
khamikins did she win an oscar?
michelle power yup as part of the color purple cast
No, A Tony Award and a Grammy Award
You're absolutely correct... I just watched her singing "Alfie"...I'm hooked!!!❤🎶❤
I'm the same here. After watching her sing " Alfie", I've been non-stop watching all available videos of her. I'm excited to watch her this year in the movie "Wicked."
Me too! Can't tell you how many times I watched her sing "Alfie" for Dionne Warwick! I just love her! Wow.
Me too❤
listen to her tribute to earth wind and fire too where she sang reasons and fantasy
just "came" from Alfie too!!!!! LOL
When Auntie ‘Retha is singing along with her eyes closed you know that you’ve made it. Incredible as always by Ms. Erivo 🙌🏼
Yes❤
She is destined to be one of the greatest singers of all time.
Still waiting...
Idiot!
She's already one of the greatest singers of all time. Now if you meant the industry and the audience are going to catch up at some point, well 2 years later, still waiting...
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* Laughs in JHud *
the fact that this performance didn't get enough recognition.
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What a voice❤
I can't even imagine being Cynthia Erivo and seeing Aretha Franklin out in the audience singing along with me and nodding her head. I would have lost it! Wow!
exactly
Now that's bonafide validation of your talent!
I was desperate to find a rendition of this song that showcases a heroic female voice AND I HAVE FOUND IT!
She is indeed wonderful, take a listen to Jennifer Hudson rendition too, it is very nice.☺☺☺☺
Jennifer Hudson sang this song too Anda it was amazing like Cynthia Erivo
Jennifer Hudson does the best rendition of this !!!!! 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
Same! I was losing hope lol
And the winner for best male version is Luther Vandross, no doubt!
I'm a grown man, and I still cried my eyes out. She's amazing!
Im at work hiding in the bathroom watching this and bawling my eyes out 😢
DAMN! her voice is that amazing combination of versatile fragility and sheer power!
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This is Jennifer Hudson’s song, greatest version I’ve heard yet.
@@lorebay2593 Hudson is great and powerful, but Erivo is more skilled and the voice is more beautiful.
@@YDVDNVRR ok, if you say so, but Jennifer is it!
@@YDVDNVRRi agree
Aretha feelin it too!
Reginald Winston R.i.p
And if the Queen felt it, you're legit...
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Her voice control is outstanding.
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Without a doubt, one of the top vocal talents today. She could sing the alphabet and make it an event. She has an innate musicality that can’t be taught, she takes any familiar song and somehow recreates it into something new , that makes you feel it anew, jaw dropped and breathless!
3:39 She seems caught off-guard by the well-deserved standing ovation. Beautiful performance!
wow...so late to the Cynthia party...but wow....my newest most favourite singer...what a instrument....and shes only getting started ...
Stream the film she's in with Jeff Bridges-- heartbreaking.
i'm later then you LOL
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Aretha Aretha singing along she sang that song so many times
Loved her in Harriet......
Beyond her unique and extraordinary talent that knows no equal, Ms Erivo is special in her beauty and elegance. Truly rare and refreshing.
Ok she is my new Whitney. Noone can replace Whitney ever but she is this generations VOICE!
YES
Agreed
I was thinking the same. She is my new whitney. Her voice is a great instrument!!!
Still can't get over how talented she is
She has a one in a million voice.
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One in 8 Billion I'd say :-)
I pray for every person who needs a miracle. I believe GOD can do the impossible.He can make a way where there seems to be no way. May GOD touch your health, your home, your family, your faith, and give you peace.Amen.🙏🏼🕊❤
To dream the impossible dream
To fight the unbeatable foe
To bear with unbearable sorrow
To run where the brave dare not go
To right the unrightable wrong
To love pure and chaste from afar
To try when your arms are too weary
To reach the unreachable star
This is my quest, to follow that star,
No matter how hopeless, no matter how far
To fight for the right without question or cause
To be willing to march into hell for a heavenly cause
And I know if I'll only be true to this glorious quest
That my heart will lie peaceful and calm when I'm laid to my rest
And the world will be better for this
That one man scorned and covered with scars
Still strove with his last ounce of courage
To fight the unbeatable foe, to reach the unreachable star
Bethany Haslam :
Thank you for these lyrics, I've been singing my words to this song for many years but I knew they were wrong. Thanks again.
great voice！
She sang this as though she was connected to his vision and emotions. His ambition became hers and she expressed it through song so that we could all feel it. Very soulful. This is what it means to be a singer and psalmist. You’re fully engulfed with the emotions of the song. Anyone with a nice voice can sing, but not everyone has this type of connection to what they’re singing about. I’m in awe. They couldn’t have chosen anyone better for this occasion. I’m inspired. President Kennedy would be moved by this I’m sure. What a great way to be honored.
I feel gratitude to have been a Kennedy Youth and to have lived long enough to have voted for Barack Obama.
I think she's received a standing ovation in everything I've seen her in. Rightfully so.
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I think the ovation was in honor of JFK...she sang it beautifully but it was about him
@@pattylevesque2601 …maybe…
Imagine: you are asked to sing one of the most glorious songs ever written. Then you find out that Aretha Franklin was singing ALONG with you! Cynthia is amazing, joyful, beautiful and all other superlatives
I could imagine Cynthia in a duo with the amazing Luther Vandross.
For real!
Me 2
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How many people here watched her special as Aretha Franklin???
That was Amazing.
Singing actress.
What else can she do? 🕯
I scream every time she belts out that last "STAAAARRRR YEAAAAA"! Jesus Christ of ladder day saints!!!! Her voice makes me salivate!!!!
Please don't think I'm a crammer or spelling police but did you mean Latter Day Saints? 😇😇😇
WHAT A VOICE AND WHAT A DRESS ! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
This woman brings me to tears in every performance she gives. She is a force of nature and we are so lucky to have her.
Absolutely awesome
The surreality in delivering a performance ARETHA is visibly feeling must be something special… WHAT A VOCAL!!!
Did ya'll see Aretha sing along with Cynthia ?
Her outfits are flawless her designer is on fleek
The video montage of President Kennedy and then this version one of the greatest theatre songs of all time. Cynthia Erivo received the standing ovation she deserves
OMGOD
Cynthia Arevo is not from this earth!
She has such a beautiful and rich time and can sing anything
She is able to emote so many emotions with her voice. Only a handful of singers are able to that. She is just simply wonderful.
Like Colbert said when she sang Aretha to him..."its like staring intp the sun". She makes me cry without fail whenever she sings.
Cynthia Erivo Is a rare gem. Amazing
She can do it all, act and sing. You go girl!
Outstanding 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
The Best rendition I ever heard
Try watching Tevin Campbells to tribute to Jackie Robinson 50 years on UA-cam and come back and tell me. He literally kills it!
@@inspirebymikaeli3502 I just listened to Tevin Campbell "the impossible dream" tribute to Jackie Robinson. He sang the song beautifully. Yet, we can't deny the fact that Cynthia Erivo transmitted and projected the song with great sentiment and power. Don't you agree?😊 Her performance touched my heart. Although I like both artists, for me Cynthia Erivo's rendition is henceforth the best I've heard up 'til now.
Bravo!! - to both of them! -
I love Cynthia and this is great. However, I feel the lyrics are so simple but profound that it doesn't need all the dressing up in this arrangement.
For me, Bryan Stokes Mitchell has still done the best version. Just my opinion.
Best female version I have EVER heard, just magnificent!
She's phenomenal! There aren't words.....
the greatest singer of all time
Used the same ending as "I'm here" still just as phenomenal
I just noticed that :)
Yeah, I noticed that, too! There's a slight variation here, but the "meat" of that run is pretty much the same here
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I’m hook😊ed!!! She is awesome!!
Her control is flawless. 👍🏼
Touching, excellent and powerfull performance...❤
Wow this is so amazing...wow I'm speechless
I somewhat hope that she never has a chance to go mainstream. I feel that her talent can only be truly appreciated by people who really appreciate music. Lol
🙄🙄🙄
Ant Z oh please 🙄
I just wanted you to know that I get what you're saying here. My wish, though, is a comes from a different angle. I wish, and hope, for a day when the vast majority of people, not only really learn to appreciate the deeper rhythms and meaning of the musical experience, but also bring with them clearheaded reason in the dissecting of the lyrics for moving us forward as humans and as nations.
Fuck off ❤️🙂
HER ELEGANT DRESSED DONNED ON HER CELESTIAL SELF🌟
Her voice is absolutely breath taking I'll take over a screamer anyday she just proves you don't have to scream grunt riff and run to sound amazing KUDOS TO YOU MISS CYNTHIA!!!!!!👍🏼
Donovaughn Berchielli YESSSSSSS! This woman's voice is about singing the meaning of the song and NOT using it to self servingly showcase her voice. Her STUNNING voice shine through anyway!
Obviously you don't know much about singing. To comment in a condescending manner about other styles or techniques makes your ignorance show. Music, like everything in life, is a kaleidescope. It's quite okay to like/love one type or style without putting down the others, everyone's vocal ability is not the same, they do what they can and try to be good at it. It's not about proving anything, its about using what you have. #Smh. 🙄🙄😏
She just gives meaning to SOUL! Right deep inside the soul too.
Always on point. Her vocals and her style❤❤❤
The most beautiful rendition I've ever heard..She made it her own
I see that no one commented about who this song was performed for...rather I see people saying how beautiful Cynthia sang and of course she did but we have to remember that that she sang her heart out in honor of that young president who gave his life for his country and all of us who call it home
Superb performance and stunning gown, the look is fantastic.
Art is my absolute passion. If more people were creative the world would be a much better place, I've absolutely no doubt in my mind.
This song made me cry.
Oh what could be possible....
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When words fail and you can’t find the term to fully appreciate the elegance, power, sculpture, and serenity of a moment... you can only call it beautiful...
She will get better and better by time❤❤❤❤❤
You reached it and surpassed it!!
Lemme tell you something.. this woman!..i swear..I just...I can't even..
Her voice is majestic, beautiful and eargasmic.
@Cynthia Erivo Wow! you noticed my comment. I just love your voice! so unique and beautiful. I have a request, can u make a studio version of this song? So far this was the best cover of Impossible dream.
Queen Aretha sang this song at Rosa Park's funeral. For anyone who'd like to know that.
One of the best performers out there! She is fantastic!
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Will do so!
I love seeing her with low cropped hair an African Queen.
Her voice is undeniable. I am ready for music from her!
To have Aretha singing along with you - now that's special.
John Sivorn
She's a fabulous singer! I never heard a female perform this.
She really is incredible and the song is timeless.
Her version is my favorite absolutely beautiful ❤
She's fabulous!!! Bella voce! Brava!!!
She,'s my new idol now😍😘😘
Beautiful song ,one of greatest ever. Beautiful lady.❤🇬🇧
look at ARETHA!!
I love how she sang this song
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HERS IS THE BEST VERSION OF THIS SONG , IT PENETRATES ONE’S SOUL !!!!
Emocionante ... É a grande Cynthia Erivo .. maravilha.
fyi , this is the 12x i repeat this video.. well her performance got me chills yet emotion.. coz with all the pop cultures now, every great singer seem to make a competition against each other and forget the true essence of being a singer that is to deliver the message of the song.. I'm done with all the runs,rifting, etc .. all we need is the heart and true inside the performance.. good job dear! u may under the radar but u're definitely catch my attention better than those top singers
To see Arethat Franklin singing along in the audience... doesn't get better than that!
This is the best rendition of the song The Impossible Dream that I've ever heard!!! 👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍉🍉🍉🍉🍉
Good god. I first saw her in the movie "Widows". Wondered who that was. Looked her up in the credits. Had never heard of her before. But I keep hearing references to her here and there over the years so I looked her up just now on youtube and found this. And. She. Is. AMAZING. Now I have to find more.
WHEREVER IT TAKES YOU
I keep watching her over and over with Alfie I would never stop watching her
Wow how did I not know about her today I learned about her incredible voice in 2024 I’m 😮 shocked - that voice that beauty! Brava!
What a beautiful song and what a great rendition of cinthya well done
She's the best
Keep coming back to this performance and i still amazed with it
This song is so hopeful! She made me cry! What a beautiful voice ❤️
Simply gorgeous. Beautiful voice. God given.
I repeatedly playing this video for like a thousand times now hahahah. She is just so amazing and a great singer.
Omg what a voice beautiful song and great tribute president kennedy
Absolutely beautiful.
As I said before Cynthia is PURE PERFECTION
Makes me cry for the impossible we have achieved
JFK + the song + the voice = Heaven
2:27 R.I.P. Aretha Franklin
Cynthia Erivo has a beautiful voice. John F Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln are my favorite presidents.
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Marvellously interpretations love you 🌷🏵🪻⚘️🪷🥀💞💞💞💞💃💯💯👍
Cynthia just naturally has A voice beautifully!