Cynthia Erivo Performs "I'm Here" From "The Color Purple" | 2017 MAKERS Conference

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  • makers.com/conference . Tony-winning actress Cynthia Erivo performs “I’m Here” from the Broadway musical “The Color Purple” at the 2017 MAKERS Conference in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.

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  • @alexismichele9162
    @alexismichele9162 Před 6 lety +6267

    This woman is not a woman at all. She is an angel sent to us from the most joyous corner of heaven.

    • @Daniel-pw6zv
      @Daniel-pw6zv Před 6 lety +87

      Alexis Michele those who can recognize an Angel are only Angels themselves.

    • @singerringerroses
      @singerringerroses Před 6 lety +14

      For real?!

    • @Moormores
      @Moormores Před 5 lety +6

      I love you too

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 Před 5 lety +6

      i cannot disagree. transcedant

    • @tbabel1329
      @tbabel1329 Před 5 lety +27

      You're right: that's why she is, indeed, a WOMAN

  • @jusie524
    @jusie524 Před 6 lety +4670

    Even her speaking voice is smooth, and her singing?? Literally LIQUID GOLD 🏆

  • @helloena
    @helloena Před 3 lety +1072

    0:00 preach
    1:51 "Mona Lisa (Masterpiece)"
    5:35 intro for "I'm Here"
    7:44 "I'm Here"
    In summary: weeps in love

  • @Veronikap143
    @Veronikap143 Před 3 lety +892

    I could literally just hear her talk. Everything about her voice is perfectly crafted.

    • @jb2736
      @jb2736 Před 2 lety +5

      British sound.

    • @foard82
      @foard82 Před rokem +6

      @@jb2736 beyond that… strength, beauty poise.

    • @jb2736
      @jb2736 Před rokem +2

      @@foard82 Yes...from her Nigerian culture side

  • @victormendes5154
    @victormendes5154 Před 7 lety +5619

    I'm obsessed with her face, her voice, her emotions.
    Such a phenomenal woman...

  • @PhillipORourke
    @PhillipORourke Před 4 lety +2868

    This man is PLAYING this piano!!!!

  • @xavierbryceborja8412
    @xavierbryceborja8412 Před 3 lety +882

    I never realized the characters' problem bled into the actors' problem and left trauma like that...
    She is a powerhouse for going through all that and give sensational performances time and again

    • @PDIMERY
      @PDIMERY Před 2 lety +36

      I wonder what connection Cynthia felt to this role on a personal level. From Growing up watching a lot of old Oprah interviews, I really think people take the roles they can deeply identify with/their character evolves on a path in a way that they see in themselves.

    • @keithwhitson
      @keithwhitson Před rokem +2

      😢

    • @dhite9220
      @dhite9220 Před rokem +3

      She's amazing!

    • @LaTashaGreenlee
      @LaTashaGreenlee Před 5 měsíci +10

      Fantasia said something similar about playing Celie. She said she was carrying Celie's cross as well as her own and it was heavy. I think it must be a draining character to portray.

    • @LaTashaGreenlee
      @LaTashaGreenlee Před 5 měsíci +3

      @@PDIMERYYou should watch her interview on the Terrell show where talks about her childhood a bit. It will help answer your question.

  • @SamTemple
    @SamTemple Před 2 měsíci +4

    Fantasia and Cynthia’s versions are my favourites by Cynthia’s “I’ll stand as tall as the tallest tree” takes the cake every damn time

    • @CandicePL82
      @CandicePL82 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Literally I be on the floor sobbing

  • @itsmeuce8601
    @itsmeuce8601 Před 5 lety +2488

    "It's message is much more important than it's circumstance."
    YOU BETTER PREACH TO THE CHILDREN OUT BACK!!

  • @teaunasanders166
    @teaunasanders166 Před 6 lety +3228

    She has such a clean voice

    • @lel4389
      @lel4389 Před 6 lety +29

      T Sanders-Criner that’s why i watch this every day she’s soooooo gooood

    • @obibraxton2232
      @obibraxton2232 Před 5 lety +16

      I know exactly what you mean

    • @zora99ny
      @zora99ny Před 5 lety +51

      Like a bell. Her sound is pure, bright, resonant and beautiful.

    • @cocosha5589
      @cocosha5589 Před 4 lety +20

      That's the perfect description- "crispness"

    • @theshadestartsnow9818
      @theshadestartsnow9818 Před 4 lety +8

      T Sanders-Criner control

  • @Wl5134
    @Wl5134 Před 3 lety +181

    I love the pianist. He plays with perfection without trying to draw attention to himself. Her voice has something I can’t explain. Her voice draws you in and touches your heart.

  • @emjay934
    @emjay934 Před 3 lety +582

    Imagine being 53, and having to hear that you are worthless all those years to then hear the words of Cynthia telling you that you are not and feeling the tears, sadness and pain flowing right out of your soul. Knowing that you will hear the words worthless again soon, but that no one can take away this moment. I am going through such an enormously hard life, but it only makes me stronger. x

    • @natashajade4378
      @natashajade4378 Před 2 lety +28

      Everyday your eyes open is conformation that your story is not over it’s confirmation that you are indeed worth something and in turn far from worthless

    • @emjay934
      @emjay934 Před 2 lety +23

      @@natashajade4378 Thank you so much Natasha for writing that! So appreciated! I moved home, far away from where people did this to me and finally my kids and I live in a country where most of the people see us as a human again, and not as a colour, nationality or strange because of not being like them. Which gives me the chance now to let go of those words, to finally accept myself for who I am and to grow from there. The pain and sadness is still there, big time and it will be something I have to learn to carry with but on the other hand it made me into who I am now and it only fuels the need of wanting to be there for others, more. Wishing you all the best too! Thank you! x

    • @klhen8709
      @klhen8709 Před 2 lety +10

      God's grace be upon you @Emjay. May the Lord continue to shine his face upon you and be gracious to you ❤️

    • @raypearson3513
      @raypearson3513 Před 2 lety +4

      You are beautiful. You have done things in your life that many other people couldn't survive. I hear this song every day in my head, after 6 heart attacks, a stroke, finding my late partner dead on our couch, failing hearing, mad depression, etc. I could give up but, dear person, we ARE here!

    • @etengendurance4885
      @etengendurance4885 Před 2 lety +1

      @@raypearson3513 Much love and warmth from me to you. We don't look like what we've been through and definitely are here because we're strong in character, essence and soul. We are here indeed and I love you. Know someone out here cares for real

  • @blesseddaughter4358
    @blesseddaughter4358 Před 5 lety +1389

    Can we give props to the brother on the keys..Amazing combo.

    • @jeanmason4395
      @jeanmason4395 Před 3 lety +2

      Yessssssz! I did before I read your comment!@

    • @AllIn1Studio
      @AllIn1Studio Před 3 lety +1

      Jason Michael Webb musical director of Broadway’s Color Purple. Why on earth could she not introduce him?! Taking all the spotlight. A true artist always acknowledges her supportive, brilliant, humble accompanist. That part she needs to learn to shine completely....to truly be a masterpiece!

    • @beandon1658
      @beandon1658 Před 3 lety +16

      @@AllIn1Studio cynthia IS a true artist. you can watch this video again, or any other video of her performing if you need to convince yourself that she is indeed a true artist. you don’t know if they introduced him earlier.

    • @bonniejones4885
      @bonniejones4885 Před 2 lety +3

      Perhaps consider maybe she introduced and thanked him as part of her closing. That is very customary and we have no sense of the full close after the song. IJS

  • @Loveamandapatrice
    @Loveamandapatrice Před 6 lety +2685

    First song: Jazmine Sullivan - Masterpiece (Mona Lisa)

    • @SweetDee101
      @SweetDee101 Před 6 lety +12

      Amanda Hawkins thank you

    • @sunshinebae8464
      @sunshinebae8464 Před 5 lety +27

      This is my new favorite song now

    • @blackqueen5201
      @blackqueen5201 Před 5 lety +33

      One of my favs from Jasmine, touches my heart because i too never feel like I'm not good enough

    • @blackqueen5201
      @blackqueen5201 Před 5 lety +29

      Guys look for the live performance by Jasmine Sullivan 😍😍😍😍

    • @nm.a3823
      @nm.a3823 Před 5 lety +6

      Thank you

  • @lkenneth11
    @lkenneth11 Před 3 lety +89

    Her rendition of Mona Lisa got me through my break up, last year. 7 years of feeling worthless... I am a work of art. I am a masterpiece... Rewatching to remind myself...

  • @cassandrasmith2727
    @cassandrasmith2727 Před 2 lety +563

    Her sweet voice caresses my soul. I’m at one of the saddest points in my life. My husband died this morning. Her beauty and sound are comforting my broken heart. 😢💔

    • @sheilalangton4537
      @sheilalangton4537 Před 2 lety +22

      So sorry to hear that. I know that it is not easy losing someone especially our love ones but just know that you will get through this and Jesus is with you in every step you take, give him your pain and broken heart and he will give you a peace, love and a sound mind that you need to get through this. I pray that May God strength you each day and May you come out of this ten times stronger! You are blessed my sister 🙏🏾❤️❤️

    • @hiddenriver1980
      @hiddenriver1980 Před 2 lety +21

      My deepest condolences to you. 🙏🏽

    • @dynettacole6852
      @dynettacole6852 Před 2 lety +15

      Be beautiful my sister and allow yourself to be, everything at the same time and sometimes in parts. My prayers sent to you ✨

    • @Monica-dg3np
      @Monica-dg3np Před 2 lety +13

      Sending up prayers for your continued healing 🙏🏽 ❤

    • @lolacole5653
      @lolacole5653 Před 2 lety +13

      I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that Jehovah gives you comfort.

  • @johntucker8419
    @johntucker8419 Před 6 lety +2302

    we don't deserve her. She's right up there with Whitney. Please make a timeless record Cynthia. Forget about the charts! Pull an Adele, and just be you!

    • @charleslumpkin6170
      @charleslumpkin6170 Před 6 lety +59

      John Tucker she’s not like any other artist today. She’s one of a kind!

    • @mariecox6055
      @mariecox6055 Před 5 lety +73

      Whitney would of loved her and probably of wanted to do something with her. Whitney you are surely missed 💗💗

    • @DatBxtchJ4y
      @DatBxtchJ4y Před 5 lety +5

      Absolutely..

    • @Jjj-qe9ph
      @Jjj-qe9ph Před 5 lety +22

      No. She's not up there with Whitney. Will NEVER compare. Plus, she doesn't even like Black Americans

    • @Jjj-qe9ph
      @Jjj-qe9ph Před 5 lety +14

      Sistah B and gets up here singing songs by the very same BA's she swears are jealous of her. Smh

  • @rcharlesboydii
    @rcharlesboydii Před 5 lety +817

    I am a strong black man and not afraid to say I'm a Mona Lisa Masterpiece. I'm going to buy a wig just so I can put it on and snatch it. My God, my God...

  • @jenimaymabini6292
    @jenimaymabini6292 Před 3 lety +276

    Jazmine Sullivan songs are so underrated. She's a Great Singer-songwriter. Thank you Cynthia for singing one of her relatable songs. I also love your version very powerful! 😇🙆‍♀️💕🥰

    • @teafoster5643
      @teafoster5643 Před 2 lety +7

      Yes Im a Jaz groupie lol. My favorite by her.

  • @treysutherland8436
    @treysutherland8436 Před 2 lety +116

    Behind every amazing singer is an amazing accompanist. That dude can freaking play!!! Bravo to both of them! Incredible.

  • @AnaResse
    @AnaResse Před 6 lety +739

    I saw her twice in The Color Purple. I’ve watched countless videos of her performing at various events. To realize that I’ve never heard her speak until watching this segment is astounding. I truly forgot that there is a person behind the melody. A person, who in this video, was selfless enough to appease the crowd and viewers.

    • @jasonhernandez3829
      @jasonhernandez3829 Před 5 lety +1

      didn't you hear her speak on stage? she did have lines

    • @zacharymckinnon6832
      @zacharymckinnon6832 Před 4 lety +13

      Jason Hernandez she probably meant this is this first time she heard her speak as herself and not a character

  • @circlenostar
    @circlenostar Před 6 lety +1223

    After hearing her give Jazmine Sullivan that love at the beginning my respect for Cynthia reached a whole new level

  • @oliviaw4945
    @oliviaw4945 Před 3 lety +50

    "Imagine that my voice is your voice" OH GOD I WISH

  • @garrymoore-eroomyrrag
    @garrymoore-eroomyrrag Před 2 lety +22

    Thank you for choosing to sing the song for us, Cynthia. As a victim of current and ongoing abuse, this song has meant so much to me. It has helped me cope and realize that I am beautiful and I am here. The message truly is so powerful, and I'm glad you came into my life at the moment I most needed you and needed to hear this song.

  • @fadhilramadhani1847
    @fadhilramadhani1847 Před 6 lety +399

    One of the best voices in the world now. Period.

  • @rocketmammamia
    @rocketmammamia Před 6 lety +583

    not only does cynthia have the most beautiful singing voice, but an incredibly beautiful speaking voice, and even more beautiful thoughts. thank you for sharing your gift, you radiant, iridescent woman. x

  • @aliciaz.6987
    @aliciaz.6987 Před 4 lety +214

    I'm crying so hard right now. This woman never fails to make me FEEL what she is singing.

  • @rhysfayne2221
    @rhysfayne2221 Před 2 lety +9

    Im so excited for her as Elphaba

  • @alphacharm
    @alphacharm Před 5 lety +647

    I can’t wait to see her as Harriet Tubman

    • @sydthedrawingkid
      @sydthedrawingkid Před 5 lety +13

      Alpha Charm shes gonna be apart of tom hollands chaos walking too!!! shes gonna be so good!!!!!!!!!!

    • @theOstenHugo
      @theOstenHugo Před 5 lety +14

      Alpha Charm wait WHAT?! when is this happening bc what ppl don’t understand is sure she can sing her ass off but she can ACT even better!!!

    • @CandicePL82
      @CandicePL82 Před 4 lety +3

      I am so Geeked

    • @CandicePL82
      @CandicePL82 Před 4 lety +5

      I told my Daughter we MUST GO

    • @xenakaii
      @xenakaii Před 4 lety +3

      She said she is a workout junkie!!

  • @blulinx
    @blulinx Před 6 lety +446

    I would pay money just to hear her tell stories, but when those notes come out of her mouth....it’s like an angel singing directly to me. She is so gifted and beautiful

  • @bournoville2006
    @bournoville2006 Před 4 měsíci +6

    I’m here, right now alone at home, in this rainy day felling blue, sad and lonely, also thinking that I may not be enough for anyone, I was feeling ugly, insecure and, in my hopes to forget about how I was felling, and what was happening in my mind and in my soul. Suddenly I crossed to this video. And this changed everything, thank you four your light and inspiration! Thank you for your existence, I needed this! You are an Angel, and now I know and I’m sure I’m beautiful, and most importantly im here!

  • @aroidpapa
    @aroidpapa Před 4 lety +194

    She is incredible but DARN! her speaking voice is so cute and sweet, makes me want to hug her. What a lovely human.

  • @yepitsthatguy5278
    @yepitsthatguy5278 Před 4 lety +1228

    Who else came here from Terrell?? I can see why she didn't want to perform I'm Here at this conference

    • @KingZeusAntonio
      @KingZeusAntonio Před 4 lety +15

      woooooooooow! that was unbelievable. i love her even more.

    • @shelicecrowley9782
      @shelicecrowley9782 Před 4 lety +23

      From Terrell’s channel here too! Love her now. Sang girl 🙌🏽

    • @charisethewaxer8764
      @charisethewaxer8764 Před 4 lety +6

      YepItsThatGuy meeeee!!!!

    • @Love-Is-Kind
      @Love-Is-Kind Před 4 lety +73

      TERRELL fan here as well. I agree with why she didn't want to perform that song at that conference. If my memory serves me correctly she stated that the song nearly became what she considers a "party trick" and didn't want to disrespect nor downplay the message intended in that very powerful song. I love everything about her; voice, healthy active lifestyle, and beautiful from deep within her spirit to her pretty face. I actually viewed her on the TERRELL show live the other day and enjoyed Parts 1 & 2. It was literally an emotional and beautiful experience.

    • @alexisbacon02
      @alexisbacon02 Před 4 lety +7

      Me i did. I love her so much now and its all thanks to that wonderful man

  • @girlfriday73
    @girlfriday73 Před 5 lety +370

    I love hearing her speak and sharing the emotional toll it took to play Celie. We would never think, we assume actors/actresses simply dissociate or it becomes something they're used to. Thank you for sharing this with us!

  • @sandiswawiti9920
    @sandiswawiti9920 Před 2 lety +19

    I don't usually comment, I watch silently
    But for months I've been coming to this video everytime I feel down and today it feels like she's singing to me

  • @jackbyne1909
    @jackbyne1909 Před 2 lety +61

    How is cynthia not a superstar today? She deserves so many roles that are gifted away to celebs for ticket sales. I truly think she could play any part and any role. I just cant wait to see her more on the biggest stages and screens

    • @matthewhanson239
      @matthewhanson239 Před rokem +2

      Her voice is just outrageously amazing. And the way she just tells you a story with it is also straight up Broadway magic. I think she will blow the world away as Elphaba!

    • @Greegree99
      @Greegree99 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Because talent is garbage today. All about looks, NOT talent.

  • @DaFilmakerDrew
    @DaFilmakerDrew Před 6 lety +2382

    Them arms though...

  • @kaylaking4532
    @kaylaking4532 Před 5 lety +362

    I wasn’t expecting to cry..

  • @angelabaulkman4259
    @angelabaulkman4259 Před 3 lety +65

    I fell in love with Cynthia after hearing her sing "Stand up" during the credits of Harriet. I wanted to know everything about her after that! Her voice is amazing! She is amazing!

    • @slycat2355
      @slycat2355 Před rokem

      Me too! I sing along to that song at the end of the movie and HAVE to watch it Everytime I see that it’s showing.

  • @mysterylovescompany2657
    @mysterylovescompany2657 Před 3 lety +111

    I have literally just now discovered this women, and I am just....wowed....by her _presence_ . That cool dignity, that crystal-fine gravitas. I mean, yeah, her voice is incredible, but there's lots of nightingales in the entertainment world, today. But she - _she_ just has such an aura of easy *power* .
    Dear reader, she has stolen me. Now I have to go glut myself on everything she's done.

  • @RobertKraig
    @RobertKraig Před 5 lety +319

    Wow, simply wow. She puts so many pop music singers to shame with her breath & and silky smooth voice. She hits so many ranges with very little effort. She is the Bugatti Veyron of singers.

    • @lindar6326
      @lindar6326 Před 4 lety +1

      You are probably a brit. Can y'all make your own Hollywood and stop faking Americans peoples accents

    • @shelbygwiza9861
      @shelbygwiza9861 Před 3 lety +11

      Linda R are you hurt 😂 being an actor is being versatile get out ur own arse

    • @marierose9898
      @marierose9898 Před 2 lety +5

      She does. Pure class.

    • @theresagbekia1284
      @theresagbekia1284 Před 2 lety +1

      We have it sir
      She’s an additional blessing she puts shame on no other category that we are blessed with

    • @wisdomdantecourt8179
      @wisdomdantecourt8179 Před 2 lety

      Yeah, they do things a bit differently across the pond........

  • @ashleypadilla9448
    @ashleypadilla9448 Před 6 lety +370

    Ive never heard the first song. And it's beautiful. I know she didn't have to start this with talking but I'm so glad she did because she is right we often do forget that there is a person behind the actor. I just love how she gave us insight as to why she won't do "I'm here" as often. Which to me make that song so much more special. She is a wonder and beautiful person.

    • @msthang5366
      @msthang5366 Před 5 lety +10

      Ashley Padilla go on iTunes and look for Jazzmin Sullivan..
      It’s a shame she’s not known more!! She’s exceptional

    • @obibraxton2232
      @obibraxton2232 Před 5 lety +7

      Jazmine Sullivan... get your life she's amazing they both are

    • @cheriemoose5527
      @cheriemoose5527 Před 5 lety +4

      It's called Masterpiece

    • @shazigetssober2394
      @shazigetssober2394 Před 5 lety +6

      Masterpiece by Jazmine Sullivan is the first song. And I agree with comment.

    • @YAHOO872
      @YAHOO872 Před 5 lety +6

      Jazmine Sullivan, that woman's voice will change your life

  • @gloriamutoni5137
    @gloriamutoni5137 Před 3 lety +4

    I listem this for the first time..today I prayed to God to give me the grace to be freely me, I have run away from myself for so long, I gotta show up. Thanks Erivo

  • @mikayladovell548
    @mikayladovell548 Před 4 lety +51

    11:36 the sun came out from behind the clouds and filled the room with a pool of honey. spoke to my soul.

  • @angelasings24
    @angelasings24 Před 6 lety +534

    dang woman is ripped

    • @davionjeanty7028
      @davionjeanty7028 Před 5 lety +3

      angelasings24 😂😂😂

    • @grapatin
      @grapatin Před 5 lety +30

      She is #goals in so many ways.

    • @amberandrews162
      @amberandrews162 Před 4 lety +4

      That acting fitness stays keeping us in shape fr

    • @2BGMedia
      @2BGMedia Před 4 lety +4

      angelasings24 I follow her on Instagram and she runs every darn day. She’s an inspiration.

    • @madilynbeesley8991
      @madilynbeesley8991 Před 4 lety +3

      dang right

  • @Salomeamber
    @Salomeamber Před 5 lety +510

    My eyes ain't used to these rays
    I'm feeling exposed, but I hide no more
    I can't hide
    As the sun shines on all of my glory
    My flaws don't look so bad at all
    What was I so afraid of?
    Every part of me is a vision of a portrait
    Of Mona, of Mona Lisa
    Every part of me is beautiful
    And I finally see I'm a work of art
    A masterpiece
    Who is this I've tried so long fight?
    Filling my heads with lies that I'm not good enough
    Then I heard something in my ear
    Tell I'm perfect, now that I know the truth
    Time to show and prove
    Every part of me is a vision of a portrait
    Of Mona, of Mona Lisa
    Every part of me is beautiful
    And I finally see I'm a work of art
    A masterpiece
    And now I see the pretty colors on my canvas
    I'm a work of art, a Mona Lisa
    I'll share my picture with the world
    Not afraid to let it show anymore
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (Let my colors paint the sky)
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (There is beauty in my eyes)
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (And I can see it now, I believe it now, I can feel it now)
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (Want the world to see, I'm a work of art. I'm a masterpiece)
    I can light the night, shine so bright
    (I am beautiful)
    Every part of me is a vision of a portrait
    Of Mona, of Mona Lisa
    Every part of me is beautiful
    And I finally see I'm a work of art
    A masterpiece

  • @jennabruno9876
    @jennabruno9876 Před 4 lety +84

    I’ve watched this video countless times and every time I cry so hard. I can’t believe there are people on this earth that have a voice that angelic.

  • @rosesnthedark3148
    @rosesnthedark3148 Před rokem +13

    As a black woman with 4c hair society sees many of woman as me as not as desirable but we are created in God image and shine so ever effortlessly despite the shade they try to cast. This song speaks volumes and I'm honored to be a black woman and a beautiful one at that. Blessings my sistas 🇯🇲❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @emokesarungi42
      @emokesarungi42 Před 10 měsíci +1

      ❤❤❤

    • @herisrael7
      @herisrael7 Před 6 měsíci

      All Praise to The Most High for creating Us in His image.! How ironic is it that We are made to think that the exact opposite is what's beautiful.. Shalam Sister.. 🙏🏾❤️

  • @sgd.6830
    @sgd.6830 Před 4 lety +211

    I came here from word association, I’d never heard of Cynthia Erivo before 🤷‍♂️ but OMG I am in love 🥰 and now I’ve been on you tube for 2 hours so far searching and watching MISS Erivo non stop ❌❌❌❌

    • @Readyfreddy868
      @Readyfreddy868 Před 4 lety

      Right?!

    • @khanyisagura4377
      @khanyisagura4377 Před 4 lety +2

      Me too right now!!

    • @theresakirton6730
      @theresakirton6730 Před 2 lety +5

      I just saw her sing for the 1st time on Jimmy Fallon and fell in love with her, and I didn’t know she played the Harriet Tubman role which she played phenomenally, Cynthia Erivo now has a new fan, and I will be looking forward to all she has for the world to hear.🥰

    • @lindiwesoko7876
      @lindiwesoko7876 Před rokem +1

      Me too

    • @judibooty2091
      @judibooty2091 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Same 💯💯💯

  • @AlanNJUSA
    @AlanNJUSA Před 6 lety +203

    She is a phenomenal talent. I've seen Broadway shows for over 20 years. Her portrayal Celie in The Color Purple was ASTOUNDING! She got standing and screaming ovations at every performance of I'm Here.

  • @bridgetofold5645
    @bridgetofold5645 Před rokem +2

    When you have been called ugly or different all your life. The message is more important than the circumstances. Thank you.

  • @marticathomas1907
    @marticathomas1907 Před 7 dny +1

    Nothing compares to these two performances.

  • @jordonwinn7661
    @jordonwinn7661 Před 6 lety +840

    ughhhh. she is so gorgeous, in every way.

  • @AlleyCatArtemis
    @AlleyCatArtemis Před 5 lety +557

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

  • @spagetd1526
    @spagetd1526 Před 2 lety +31

    even her talking voice is so beautiful. she’s so calming and charming person

  • @sisam1724
    @sisam1724 Před 2 lety +23

    Her voice is so resonant and crystal clear. Haunting in its beauty. I can't.

  • @keeganthorpe
    @keeganthorpe Před 5 lety +836

    Who’s the pianist? He’s beautiful.

  • @deiramartin6012
    @deiramartin6012 Před 6 lety +467

    The 9 ppl who didn't like this need some love in their lives

    • @theOstenHugo
      @theOstenHugo Před 5 lety +9

      DeIra Martin someone hurt them x i hope cynthia’s voice healed their pain.

    • @ricahnorman362
      @ricahnorman362 Před 5 lety +7

      Now we have 74 people who need love. Should start a love go fund me for them

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 Před 5 lety +2

      they need Jesus! or they're crazy...

    • @melnspring23
      @melnspring23 Před 5 lety +1

      Right

    • @CMJ44GOD
      @CMJ44GOD Před 4 lety

      254 ppl now

  • @KEPoles
    @KEPoles Před rokem +3

    That guy on the piano is fabulous.

  • @chaoticneutral8040
    @chaoticneutral8040 Před 3 lety +16

    God I love that she sang Mona Lisa. I feel like her silky voice when singing the high notes at the climax is more of a cry of acceptance and pride in oneself. Whereas I feel Jazmine’s version, because of her timbre, is more of a cry of wanting to be accepted and finally overcoming the need for approval of others.

  • @carmie_bas
    @carmie_bas Před 7 lety +153

    She continues to surprise and amaze me with her voice, intelligence, and pure radiance. I'm fortunate to have found out about her. Wow such an inspirational being.

  • @adrianneji1234
    @adrianneji1234 Před 5 lety +66

    Is like the air is perfectly floating through and out of her, no blocking at all, it's perfect

  • @estherwilliams1500
    @estherwilliams1500 Před rokem +3

    She i is so so right......
    We has women have to know and own up to the fact that God cteated us Beautiful from the inside out. It took me many ,many years to understand what the word Beautiful really. Ment. It's not the physical. That matters,its what comes out from witjhing. We as Woman must/ find thst inner voice that spirit that God gave us, inner Love fot one self;then we can Love another.
    I thank God that I found that inner voice that set me free,now i can truly love anotjer. Iam no lounger bound to fearless
    Emotions; I am free to love again.....oh how sweet it is to freely love....❤❤

    • @estherwilliams1500
      @estherwilliams1500 Před rokem +1

      I love a man that may or may not love me.....
      That is not the question??
      The answers is ; he truly lithe up my life....I can freely love again. It maybe with him, it may be with another. Matter what the future holds. I tryly love this Man. Be caused of him I have learned to truly love my self first; Then you're free to llove another. I thank Kyle for that inner love that you freely gave to me.
      I will love you forr that vary reason ubtill the day I die. For better or for worse...

  • @cmfletch1
    @cmfletch1 Před 9 měsíci +14

    Brilliance flows through her voice! So powerful, she literally speaks to the deepest part of the soul.

  • @chrismackey3228
    @chrismackey3228 Před 4 lety +73

    She is serving INTENT! INTENT, story, meaning, all that. i can't explain, but that's it's power.

  • @noahcegielski4011
    @noahcegielski4011 Před 4 lety +58

    “I guess this message is more important, than its circumstance.” We don’t serve her holy shit!!

  • @jacquelineparker3677
    @jacquelineparker3677 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank the Lord she sung "I'm a work of art.I needed it so much.

  • @mikeyriggs5451
    @mikeyriggs5451 Před 4 lety +43

    Her performance made me cry, stunning. Absolutely stunning.

  • @boseknows0
    @boseknows0 Před 7 lety +251

    Such lovely thoughts behind that lovely voice.

    • @aneesakaily
      @aneesakaily Před 6 lety +2

      Kevin Boseman are you related to Chadwick Boseman?

  • @jwalk198806
    @jwalk198806 Před 4 lety +422

    Who’s here because of Harriet 2019 🎥

    • @brendagarrigan2161
      @brendagarrigan2161 Před 4 lety +11

      I am saw it yesterday. I thought Jennifer Hudson was THE VOICE being new to this phenomenal rising star, and now I am floored to learn this is Cynthia's own voice. Still trying to grasp the truth in this performance. Leaving the theatre thinking this is best actress bound, now knowing its all her it will be a true sin if she doesn't take it home!

    • @sharonburke4421
      @sharonburke4421 Před 4 lety +1

      Me

    • @Mkym365
      @Mkym365 Před 4 lety

      J WALKA214 Me three.,....😍😘🥰

    • @christineanderson3625
      @christineanderson3625 Před 4 lety

      Me. About to see the movie!

    • @maryazimmet4595
      @maryazimmet4595 Před 4 lety

      Me! omg - what a talent. Where the hell've I been??

  • @darrylthomas2664
    @darrylthomas2664 Před 4 měsíci +4

    She is a "Force To Be Reckoned With"......I'm glad that she is getting her flowers, She is Fierce ❤‍🔥🔥❤‍🔥

  • @tonialuko654
    @tonialuko654 Před 3 lety +44

    Pull keyboard out of the closet to try to play like this man...realize I sound nothing like him, put it right back to collect more dust...just going to enjoy listening to this masterpiece lol!

  • @juliusellis1916
    @juliusellis1916 Před 4 lety +74

    Terrell brought me here! I’m so glad 🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @lynettec6931
    @lynettec6931 Před 7 lety +186

    Awesome singer! Wonderful cover of Jazmin Sullivan's Masterpiece (Mona Lisa).

  • @NadineGreen008
    @NadineGreen008 Před 4 lety +51

    This whole performance was heaven sent!! The powerful words and emotions are healing!! Music is one of the most powerful forces that God created to heal the soul!! Thank you Cynthia Erivo for blessing us with your gift!!

  • @jeninmusic8740
    @jeninmusic8740 Před 3 lety +13

    “The singing voice is attached to the person who as ideas” 🥰🙏

  • @sharlenemonique
    @sharlenemonique Před 7 lety +136

    She is quite simply AMAZING. No words for her radiance...

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 Před 5 lety +1

      she has been sent to us...we need to recognise and honour her while she is with us.

  • @ChckenNugget
    @ChckenNugget Před 5 lety +113

    Since seeing/hearing her for the first time in Bad times at the El Royale, I'm completely obsessed and entranced, her voice is silk innocence if that's even a thing lol

    • @healthydietandexercise
      @healthydietandexercise Před 5 lety +1

      Same! She has a small singing part in Todrick Hall's "Forbidden" CZcams musical with Jade Nova. If you keep an open mind and embrace all love check it out, it's amazing.

    • @sallyreid151
      @sallyreid151 Před 4 lety

      Random Nikky You put it really well!

    • @theOstenHugo
      @theOstenHugo Před 4 lety +2

      Random Nikky did she sing in that movie? i haven’t seen it yet but i want to.

    • @lifeernest5672
      @lifeernest5672 Před 3 lety

      I thought as much!!! I had seen her before!!!

    • @endless.expanse
      @endless.expanse Před 2 lety +1

      YES! I was like who the fuck was that singing in this movie, found her and have been obsessed ever since.

  • @janagalovic3366
    @janagalovic3366 Před rokem +9

    The intro she did before she started to sing was so beautiful, touching and meaningful too me that no matter how many times I play this video (and I play it a lot) I never skip the talking part from respect to her. But I mean, she is so intelligent and articulate with want she wants to say and at the same time has such a calming, soothing and warm speaking voice and presence that it's a pure pleasure listening to her talk.

  • @user-qq3xo5re1c
    @user-qq3xo5re1c Před 2 lety +4

    おんがくこうろんから来ました。
    こんなに心揺さぶれる音楽を知ることができて嬉しいです。
    底から湧き上がってくるような力や気持ち、真っ直ぐな歌声に直面し感激しかありません。

  • @whittyp813
    @whittyp813 Před 4 lety +80

    She’s gorgeous and her voice is like butter!!

  • @Moriri_By_TshepiB
    @Moriri_By_TshepiB Před 5 lety +41

    I love the look on her face as though she herself is astounded by what she can do with her gift. I love her spirit. As I lie here not sure what tomorrow brings I find peace in her astounding voice.

  • @cmfletch1
    @cmfletch1 Před 9 měsíci +5

    Her voice gives such elegance. I love the British Accent. Love love love

  • @charlesw.davenport1315
    @charlesw.davenport1315 Před 3 lety +8

    Such a unique blend of power and vulnerability. She is one of the greatest talents of this generation.

  • @rachylewright
    @rachylewright Před 4 lety +19

    Jazmine's Mona Lisa INTO I'm Here is soooo important. Because the songs balance so well.

  • @khenadic.6975
    @khenadic.6975 Před 6 lety +80

    WHY IS SHE MY EVERYTHING

  • @audacity2hope645
    @audacity2hope645 Před 2 lety +4

    Her voice is beautiful…”I’m a work of art, a masterpiece…There is beauty in my eyes, I feel beauty right inside”❣️‼️

  • @pearlsofwisdom4481
    @pearlsofwisdom4481 Před 2 lety +12

    Her voice is amazing. She always have me totally in a rapture with her music 🎶

  • @1goldbaby
    @1goldbaby Před 5 lety +79

    Nigerian/ African ppl. Voices. REAL. Beautiful..

    • @PrincessThicc
      @PrincessThicc Před 5 lety +1

      1goldbaby she’s from the UK

    • @MegaDiva1999
      @MegaDiva1999 Před 5 lety +1

      yes now. YES

    • @healthydietandexercise
      @healthydietandexercise Před 5 lety +8

      @@PrincessThicc she's still Nigerian. Only those of us born of slaves have lost our heritage and have to identify as Black/African American. Everyone else has a real homeland.

    • @mimidivine8466
      @mimidivine8466 Před 4 lety +11

      @@healthydietandexercise every "black/african american" has a homeland as well. We are one. We are the same. Even those that were stolen from there homeland and brought to america and are completely ignorant to their roots, that doesnt mean their roots dont exist. The oppressor divided us and we make it worse when we perpetuate that divide. They all see us the same anyways. The moment we actually come together amd stop this silly game is when things can actually get better. I didnt choose for my ppl to be snatched up, but its a sad reality but whats even worse is that society makes so that i cant call my African brothers and sisters my true brothers and sister. I am not above them and they are not above me. We are one and tge same seperated at birth.

    • @healthydietandexercise
      @healthydietandexercise Před 4 lety +6

      @@mimidivine8466 my response is not meant to separate us. I was responding to the person who said Cynthia is from the UK as though that meant she wasn't Nigerian. However, I am fully aware of the issues we face in regards to unifying and do fully agree with your statement.

  • @tulipbeth295
    @tulipbeth295 Před 5 lety +29

    I’ve always melted at her singing voice but I truly loved hearing her speak more here.. So eloquent, so full of life and truly a person you can look up to and be inspired by.

  • @Lizwindsor
    @Lizwindsor Před rokem +5

    I was lucky enough to see Cynthia sing this live 3 times on Broadway, absolutely life-changing. 🙏❤️

  • @chenieves8976
    @chenieves8976 Před rokem +2

    OUT ANCESTORS ARE SO PROUD. YOU ARE. A AFRICAN ENGLISH. GODDESS. THAT. STEALS. HEARTS W YOUR WORDS. ITS YOUR VOICE. THAT IS THE MEDICINE. WE ALL NEED. CYN. LUV. FOREVER. TU YO. CHE Q. 1

  • @jalenbrown3978
    @jalenbrown3978 Před 6 lety +33

    ahhhh! she covered JAZMINE! Masterpiece truly is a genuine song about loving yourself. I love itttttttt

  • @anomalyg
    @anomalyg Před 7 lety +77

    The simplicity and beauty in this version...swelled my heart!! She is simply beautiful. xoxo

  • @benjiakre-hill5961
    @benjiakre-hill5961 Před 2 lety +5

    Congratulations on your casting as Elphaba in Wicked: The MOVIE! I didn't see it coming but holiest of holies -- I wouldn't change a THING!!!!

  • @thesilenthusky8266
    @thesilenthusky8266 Před 5 měsíci +8

    The fact that while she was singing I’m here from the color purple her eyes were CLOSED the WHOLE TIME! You can really see how the role she played really stayed with her bless her ❤

  • @alyssaswann9784
    @alyssaswann9784 Před 5 lety +30

    Damn I want her talking voice accent and her singing voice. She sounds so young too.

  • @NaturallyWit
    @NaturallyWit Před 5 lety +48

    I'm not commenting this to disrespect her speaking parts of this video. I'm commenting timestamps because I come back to this video often to hear her performance of the songs and want to be able to enjoy her singing easily :) I have watched the video fully through before:
    1:50 Masterpiece
    7:44 I'm here

  • @PNAxo1
    @PNAxo1 Před 19 dny

    The most perfect casting for our Elphaba, cannot wait. She’s truly an angel

  • @cathyskahill39
    @cathyskahill39 Před 5 měsíci +3

    This is so gorgeous. Cynthia's voice and acting are stellar! I wish that she would acknowledge her stellar accompanist! He is exceptional! Bravo!