If you hire Patti LaBelle to sing in a musical, then you are hiring her because she is going to do what Patti LaBelle does: Sing the hell out of a song. Was it extra? Of course! It's Patti LaBelle! Her acting should not be compared to those who have devoted their lives to the craft of acting, nor should she be compared to Queen Latifah's performance in the movie (movies are a different ballgame entirely). I'm sure given more time to prepare, she would have developed a more interesting character-- she's done very well in films, television shows, and musicals in the past. But her bread & butter is being a soul singer of legendary status.
Hey folks- this is Patti Labelle! There is no comparison to the Broadway or movie cast. It's a performance that was offered to her and she took it. I enjoyed it for what it was. She is special! I just love all of the critics out there online who enjoy taking an artist to task. Maybe you all should show us all how it should be done.........I'm waiting.
absolutely right! not only is she a better singer than these trolls, I'm sure she's better at singing than they are at whatever they do. that's assuming that they actually do something other than bitch.
I was at this performance very rare and everyone stood up even the ones on walkers. The producers allowed her to do her thing because she is a legend in the music industry. Yes it was very much off the script of CHICAGO THE MUSICAL, and I am a huge follower of since it was redone, not many know the history, but Patti even impressed me. The way I look at it is she was the one offered the role, how many of us can say that? Awesome job Patti. If I'm not mistaken, this might be the same night Jamsine Guy played Velma Kelly, was singing and turning flips at the same time. They both were on The hit TV SHOW "A DIFFERENT WORLD" which is still in syndication. How many of us can rest upon those accomplishments? I also find the stage musical much more impressive than the movie.
+Jenard Wright thank you it's a good thing I said I could be mistaken and yes I was at this show too. I try to go every time it in town, I do understand you to say it was a weeks performance but I only need to see it once on its run and it was at the Pantages Theatre . The last time I was down I seen Christie Brinkley. But it was very kind of you to clarify. It was a surprise to see Patti there as she was not on the schedule we had. I am not really a follower of hers but I will say everyone including me was on our feet and the auditorium radiated in applause and it was stunning. If you know when the next run is in town please let me know. Thank you for your response.
+alexischamp youur welcome, i hope i did not come off as rude and the my comment was not to embarrass or belittle you. If it did, i sincerely apologize
Everyone talk about Patti over singing this yet say nothing when melba Moore or Jennifer Holliday did the same with the song. I love all versions of over singing because no one can do it like them!
Now I love, love, love Patti Labelle , but this song is REALLY REALLY REALLY not for her. Two-thirds of her voice goes wasted and the one-third she is using doesn't work. So unnecessary.
Why would you compare an actor's film's acting to Patti's staged concert version. They cast singers for these events. They are usually fundraisers, and benefits. Acting is not important, filling the seats is. All the critics can sit down, because y'all are probably taking a shit in your mediocre lives while Pattie is making a fortune living her authentic self.
We all know she is not an actress although she pushes herself to act and has done numerous tv and Broadway shows. Many singers dares not to step out of their lane. But the Queen will give anything a shot and is very adventurous. And we love her for trying!
Yes she killed this, but she focused so much on making it signature LaBelle and over-delivering, that half of the great humor from the song was totally lost.
She didn't move from her spot on the stage and snatched our souls.
If you hire Patti LaBelle to sing in a musical, then you are hiring her because she is going to do what Patti LaBelle does: Sing the hell out of a song. Was it extra? Of course! It's Patti LaBelle! Her acting should not be compared to those who have devoted their lives to the craft of acting, nor should she be compared to Queen Latifah's performance in the movie (movies are a different ballgame entirely). I'm sure given more time to prepare, she would have developed a more interesting character-- she's done very well in films, television shows, and musicals in the past. But her bread & butter is being a soul singer of legendary status.
AMEN!!!
RamajX I really enjoyed this and I think if she stayed longer, she could’ve really done a lot with the character💜
She did just fine.
You got it❤
Patti Labelle had always said, if you hire Patti Labelle, you will get Patti Labelle. And you will get your damn money’s worth! Mother.
Hey folks- this is Patti Labelle! There is no comparison to the Broadway or movie cast. It's a performance that was offered to her and she took it. I enjoyed it for what it was. She is special! I just love all of the critics out there online who enjoy taking an artist to task. Maybe you all should show us all how it should be done.........I'm waiting.
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absolutely right! not only is she a better singer than these trolls, I'm sure she's better at singing than they are at whatever they do. that's assuming that they actually do something other than bitch.
Love this! She took no prisoners and wasn’t playing with none of you
I played this at a funeral and the guy in the coffin just awoke from the dead
wow WOW. she blew the ROOF of this song. amazing! wish i got to see it live in person.
I was at this performance very rare and everyone stood up even the ones on walkers. The producers allowed her to do her thing because she is a legend in the music industry. Yes it was very much off the script of CHICAGO THE MUSICAL, and I am a huge follower of since it was redone, not many know the history, but Patti even impressed me. The way I look at it is she was the one offered the role, how many of us can say that?
Awesome job Patti. If I'm not mistaken, this might be the same night Jamsine Guy played Velma Kelly, was singing and turning flips at the same time. They both were on The hit TV SHOW "A DIFFERENT WORLD" which is still in syndication. How many of us can rest upon those accomplishments? I also find the stage musical much more impressive than the movie.
+alexischamp actually Brenda Braxton played velma, this was actually a week engagement in Los Angeles and Patti was called in
+Jenard Wright thank you it's a good thing I said I could be mistaken and yes I was at this show too. I try to go every time it in town, I do understand you to say it was a weeks performance but I only need to see it once on its run and it was at the Pantages Theatre . The last time I was down I seen Christie Brinkley. But it was very kind of you to clarify. It was a surprise to see Patti there as she was not on the schedule we had. I am not really a follower of hers but I will say everyone including me was on our feet and the auditorium radiated in applause and it was stunning. If you know when the next run is in town please let me know. Thank you for your response.
+alexischamp youur welcome, i hope i did not come off as rude and the my comment was not to embarrass or belittle you. If it did, i sincerely apologize
5:22 I don’t care, Patti has the most powerful voice in the land!!!!
She sang it like it was her own concert!!
Yeah. That's kind of the problem
girl gonna break glass with them high notes baby!
Nobody, just Patti LaBelle!❤️
I’m obsessed. She’s soooo good
I love this clip , she isn’t everyone else she goes in and breaks rules baby , that’s what legendary status is all about !
I love this...she made it her own!!! So many women have sung this song it's nice to hear something different.
I love patti’s Bb5 and D6 and The phrase “I’m telling you mammaaaaaaaaaahaaaahahahahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa (So many F5s)
Lmaooo yes!
Patti was def channeling Eartha Kitt realness at some moments🙌. This version is phenomenal
Killed it!! such perfect casting!! If came to see Patti in Chicago Id be disappointed if she wasn't that extra and more aha! Slayedd it!!
Oh my gosh that was through the roof and up to other planets...I luv it
I saw her live in Hollywood 😍
the best singer of time
Love Ms Patti
She truly was mother
Thanks for reposting this. Glad to see it again
This makes me happy.
The legend herself!!!!!!
Did she over sing this song? Absolutely she did.. but u know what she did what she did she does best at.
#GREATESTVOCALISTOFALLTIME
#THEG.O.A.T
#Legendary
❤❤❤❤❤❤
Yessss patti
Everyone talk about Patti over singing this yet say nothing when melba Moore or Jennifer Holliday did the same with the song. I love all versions of over singing because no one can do it like them!
“Everyone0 huh?
I love her!!!
WHERE MY BACKGROUND SINGERS!!
Bwahahahaha!!!
I hate you 🥴🥴🥴🥴
@@ChristianJoyD omg I really can’t lmaoooo
Not needed 😂😂😂😂
Good LAWD
Yes!!!!!!!!!!
so extra but so fierce
Spectacular!
Also G5 slayyy the broadway church
4:48-5:00-5:13
4:29 slay
She don’t need a microphone
Was that a chant of some kind in the end ?
There is no such thing as 'too much'.
When did she play Mama?
She performed at the Los Angeles stop for the US tour.
Where was this?
Broadway
Chicago's tour stop in LA. At the pantages theater I believe
Darreyl Henderson thanks I appreciate! 🙏🏾
To all the haters...can YOU do better? If so...let's see. We'll wait
Queen Latifah plz
Now I love, love, love Patti Labelle , but this song is REALLY REALLY REALLY not for her. Two-thirds of her voice goes wasted and the one-third she is using doesn't work. So unnecessary.
I couldn't agree less:-)
Great singing. Bad acting.
+dssk ddd probably why she's a singer and not an actor.
Mama is hardly an acting role though in the stage production.
She's great we know....but too much...which is why people like her....but slows down the show....makes about her.....too much showing off
Queen Latifah acted better in the movie version
But was much poorer in the singing department.
Darreyl Henderson queen latifah was hot af in this scene i loved how she sang it even though her technique is underdeveloped
No comparison
@@darreylhenderson8979 Patti LaBelle is certainly the better singer, but not for this song.
Why would you compare an actor's film's acting to Patti's staged concert version. They cast singers for these events. They are usually fundraisers, and benefits. Acting is not important, filling the seats is. All the critics can sit down, because y'all are probably taking a shit in your mediocre lives while Pattie is making a fortune living her authentic self.
Of course she can sing anything we know that. However her acting is ..umm..not it. sorry.
We all know she is not an actress although she pushes herself to act and has done numerous tv and Broadway shows. Many singers dares not to step out of their lane. But the Queen will give anything a shot and is very adventurous. And we love her for trying!
If she focused and followed the music book she could really be a huge broadway star
That’s not what we want from Patti. You hire Patti to over sing the fuck out of a song
@@SchoolinIife #facts!
@@SchoolinIife .....yes .....for real....
she always sings well but this was the wrong role for her voice
Yes she killed this, but she focused so much on making it signature LaBelle and over-delivering, that half of the great humor from the song was totally lost.
The reason why she was cast because she is thee Patti LaBelle. They knew exactly what they were doing
I feel like she over-sung it!
William Watson Of Course she did!! it's PATTI !!! She did what she does best. lol
It would’ve been fine if she ACTED the song more, y’know?
She wouldn't be Patti otherwise... give credit and respect
overkill..not good
Just ruined this song 😂
You must be a white