USHER @ TINY DESK CONCERT / Voice Teacher Analyzes

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  • čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
  • I was waiting for this video to surface -- and it was well worth the wait. I decided to dive into "You Make Me Wanna..." from this set.
    If you want to get straight to the analysis, head to 0:46.
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Komentáře • 429

  • @ephramwalton
    @ephramwalton Před 2 lety +296

    The way Usher, understands & utilizes his range, voice, arrangements, band/backups etc is incredible!👍🏿

  • @TemujinScott80
    @TemujinScott80 Před 2 lety +496

    This TINY DESK was everything!

  • @NayRich
    @NayRich Před 2 lety +110

    Usher fully understood the assignment, expected nothing less than pure excellence from him. Shout out to his amazing band, they were 🔥!

  • @Tino44954
    @Tino44954 Před 2 lety +271

    Usher has sold over 170 million ACTUAL combined albums and songs worldwide. Usher is tied with fellow music LEGENDS ELTON JOHN and PAUL MCCARTHY with 9 Billboard Hot 100 #1's. Usher is tied with fellow music LEGENDS MICHAEL JACKSON and MARVIN GAYE with 13 R&B and hip-hop #1's. Usher is the male R&B artist with the most R&B chart #1's with 15. Usher is hands down the most successful and awarded male R&B/Pop artist since Michael Jackson and he's also the most versatile and talented male singer/entertainer since Michael Jackson.

    • @sdot7117
      @sdot7117 Před 2 lety +4

      THIS.

    • @angelmiller9254
      @angelmiller9254 Před rokem +3

      Agreed

    • @RL_Williams
      @RL_Williams Před rokem +4

      You betta tell it!!! People treat him as if he is so common!!! The boy is a legend straight out the 90s!!!!

    • @bushenlongae
      @bushenlongae Před 4 měsíci

      And yet people say r Kelly is the greatest rnb artist of all time smh

  • @BeautyandHairwithAshe
    @BeautyandHairwithAshe Před 2 lety +146

    He killed "Superstar" one of my faves 😍

  • @placebosyndrome
    @placebosyndrome Před 2 lety +325

    I like how he took "You Make Me Wanna" into a jazzy, almost Marvin Gaye kind of situation...very nice. now lemme finish watching...

    • @jmlegrairstudio
      @jmlegrairstudio  Před 2 lety +13

      Yessssssss.

    • @yung_sheco
      @yung_sheco Před 2 lety +11

      The nice & slow rendition was beautiful too. I ❤️ usher.

    • @shad8623
      @shad8623 Před 2 lety +3

      I just watched it and said he needs to upload that version, cause I will buy it so quick!

    • @MyMARI3
      @MyMARI3 Před 2 lety +6

      You nailed it! It is soo Marvin Gaye!!!

    • @nikkib8690
      @nikkib8690 Před 2 lety +2

      I had Marvin flashbacks too

  • @ClowneryAtItsFinest
    @ClowneryAtItsFinest Před 2 lety +63

    I love how Usher sings all the letters of his words. Very clear and smooth delivery.

  • @cynthia9908
    @cynthia9908 Před 2 lety +160

    Your articulation, and choice of words to describe the voice is just so beautiful to my ears.

  • @clarissawestbrook2203
    @clarissawestbrook2203 Před 2 lety +300

    Usher's voice gets better with age and experience. His voice is so smooth and crisp. This was definitely one of the best NPR Tiny Desk . This was a very good analysis.

    • @jmlegrairstudio
      @jmlegrairstudio  Před 2 lety +7

      Thank you!

    • @sewgeekdesigns9113
      @sewgeekdesigns9113 Před 2 lety +4

      I want to see a mini review of the ray j Mario versus

    • @clarissawestbrook2203
      @clarissawestbrook2203 Před 2 lety +1

      @@jmlegrairstudio You're welcome.

    • @aleialaw
      @aleialaw Před 2 lety +3

      It was way too short though!!!!

    • @clarissawestbrook2203
      @clarissawestbrook2203 Před 2 lety +3

      @@aleialaw I wish it was longer too hopefully Usher goes back on NPR Timy Desk again and perform some songs he didn't on the last one like U Got it Bad, U remind me, Here I Stand, Tell me and Climax.

  • @Yahbklyn
    @Yahbklyn Před 2 lety +75

    He matured the song to match his voice. To many artist try to keep the same original sound.

  • @TjEdwardz
    @TjEdwardz Před 2 lety +208

    That band arrangement is a beast

  • @Cocoamama03
    @Cocoamama03 Před 2 lety +70

    I love how he matured these songs. It was an amazing set.

  • @scrumptious2k1
    @scrumptious2k1 Před 2 lety +56

    He did a perfect performance for Tiny Desk and it was still a 10 with those changes. That's URSHER you know!!!

  • @perfectly_imperfect7972
    @perfectly_imperfect7972 Před 2 lety +111

    I’m with you I definitely LOVE the arrangements on the songs!!!! It’s talks of him and Chris Brown doing a verzuz but I think Usher should do a solo one like D’Angelo did and have special guests that he’s done songs with. Verzuz should start a series similar to how MTV did Unplugged🔥 Cause this 20 something minute NPR wasn’t enough 😩😩😩
    And shouts out to Vedo and Eric on the background vocals 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @kimberlyrivers3047
    @kimberlyrivers3047 Před 2 lety +54

    Jaron, please do a video on vocal longevity. (Usher, Brandy and others seem to have it. But there are a lot of others that have been caught slipping.)

  • @tierrasanea9560
    @tierrasanea9560 Před 2 lety +35

    All of the Tiny Desk Concerts are always good but this is one of the best ones yet. The vocals, arrangements, the band, Eric Bellinger, whew....Usher SCHOOLED these youngins.💯🙌😌🤩💜

  • @Ziption
    @Ziption Před 2 lety +21

    Usher has revived me back into his music with this awesome tiny desk performance

  • @litebright1720
    @litebright1720 Před 2 lety +65

    You did this fast! One of my fav tiny desks. Love that Eric bellinger was there too, it’s Eazy!

    • @jmlegrairstudio
      @jmlegrairstudio  Před 2 lety +8

      I told you I was “on call” for this. 🤣🙏🏾

    • @NBnNC
      @NBnNC Před 2 lety

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  • @sirenamoore111
    @sirenamoore111 Před 2 lety +51

    I so enjoyed your review of Usher’s Tiny Desk concert. I’m a speech pathology graduate student and you taught me more in 10 minutes than I learned all last semester in Speech Science! You made the vocal tract, source filter, and VF body cover come alive. Appreciate the lesson and awesome review.

  • @kbchiwuta2280
    @kbchiwuta2280 Před 2 lety +32

    I saw you, I saw Usher and I clicked so fast.
    This Tiny Desk is everything and the way he re-imagined the musicality of these songs ... phew!!

  • @blueviolets2106
    @blueviolets2106 Před 2 lety +168

    Usher is right on time! His voice honestly gets better with age

  • @SocialDrones
    @SocialDrones Před 2 lety +24

    Yesss I was thoroughly impressed by his control and tone. That man is HIM.

  • @jasminegill9915
    @jasminegill9915 Před 2 lety +50

    As a singer, I just love this! Thank you for such a beautiful break down.

  • @michaelcottonjr7mc
    @michaelcottonjr7mc Před 2 lety +38

    SINGGGG USHER🔥🔥🔥 I love this ENTIRE ARRANGEMENT. I think I’ve think this was a phenomenal analysis brother! Your breakdown was spot on!!

    • @jmlegrairstudio
      @jmlegrairstudio  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so muuuuuch. ✊🏾🙏🏾

    • @rain0069
      @rain0069 Před 2 lety +1

      @@jmlegrairstudio you are so knowledgeable ... new sub🌹

  • @finegoddess
    @finegoddess Před 2 lety +14

    The Tiny desk concert was way overdue & well appreciated 🔥🥰 Usher can sing✨🎶

  • @marvinhorsley9735
    @marvinhorsley9735 Před rokem +6

    Usher us literally one of my favorite male vocalist. So clean , so consistent and so colorful w his tones. 🔥‼️

  • @missg4real36
    @missg4real36 Před 2 lety +14

    You better break this thing down! We really have to appreciate Usher's growth. I remember when he wasn't able to sing and dance at the same time...now he is out here in Vegas on rollers skates singing DOWN!....I Love all of this!

  • @geographyjawade6655
    @geographyjawade6655 Před 2 lety +9

    I thaught i was the only one that recognize how smoothly special Usher's voice is....u were very very accurate.

  • @missteeisi
    @missteeisi Před 2 lety +22

    Yessss ....I learned so much from your analysis here...what a difference experience makes with some vocalists...Usher seems so confident and intentional as you say, yet having fun too. Thanks for this!

  • @blestgirlonthablock
    @blestgirlonthablock Před 2 lety +4

    It was such a treat watch Usher manipulate his sound. for the tinydesk concert I feel he took advantage of the "tiny" space of the NPR offices , shaped his arrangements to the space,, and served up an eclectric jazzy, bluesy, scatt situation. And can we take about the the horn section???? Horns X Usher scat=ear candy!!

  • @AprilLashon
    @AprilLashon Před 2 lety +51

    I added the timestamps on his tiny desk concert with you in mind! 😆
    His background singers/band didn't disappoint either

    • @jmlegrairstudio
      @jmlegrairstudio  Před 2 lety +4

      Did you?? 🤣 I appreciate that! Because I was just a-scrolling.

  • @jetradaniels9528
    @jetradaniels9528 Před 2 lety +17

    Usher gave LYFE on this one!! Brilliant! Jaron, I love that you're a teacher, and clearly a student, studying and breaking down these voices and techniques!

  • @achane4982
    @achane4982 Před 2 lety +21

    I’ve had this performance on repeat!

  • @Dar.Nicole
    @Dar.Nicole Před 2 lety +15

    I love Usher. This was a very, very pleasant performance from beginning to end. He just get better with time.

  • @Taytimethursday
    @Taytimethursday Před 2 lety +8

    He’s masterful at being intentional with everything he sings. I always enjoy him.

  • @MsSugarDyme
    @MsSugarDyme Před 2 lety +18

    I teach voice as well. Usher has that "singing" talking voice. I've done some background with him and his diaphragm engagement even when he's speaking is breath control GOALS 🤌🏾🙌🏾 I loved the Tiny Desk.

  • @jazzy_8468
    @jazzy_8468 Před 2 lety +9

    I watched this Tiny Desk 20 times already!! This was so amazing!

  • @irefusepodcast
    @irefusepodcast Před 2 lety +28

    what drew me to usher are the very things you've pointed out he does in this tiny desk; the way he goes in and out from head to chest voice and this rhythm he has where he is coasting with the lyric and the note then he suddenly goes up or goes faint or certain words. He's a very entertaining vocalist. Like the entertainment is in his voice. This is probably my 2nd or 3rd time watching his Tiny Desk. Can you review Monica's Tiny Desk? I'd be curious your thoughts.

  • @StarlenaSterling
    @StarlenaSterling Před 2 lety +4

    You definitely are a blessed talent your self. Offering so much details to voice. It really is beautiful and add color and understanding to speech/voice.
    Thank you for that. 🤗🫶🏽

  • @sweatbox123
    @sweatbox123 Před 2 lety +2

    Usher definitely flexed for these younger gens vocally. He’s def maintained his instrument.

  • @iammslala7017
    @iammslala7017 Před 2 lety +37

    5:07 is an example of why your analysis is so awesome.

  • @officialnickbillions
    @officialnickbillions Před 2 lety +7

    This NPR WAS EVERYTHING you would expect from a LIVE Usher Performance!
    I really like how he didn't go into full studio voice mode to keep the cadence with Vito and Bellinger in the background, which highlighted their talents more as well!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @marylewis4320
    @marylewis4320 Před 2 lety +22

    This was a great Tiny Desk Concert. I love how you educate us on the technical aspect of the vocal in every video. Side note: Usher would play Marvin Gaye very well in a biopic.

  • @savannahgriggs559
    @savannahgriggs559 Před 2 lety +8

    Usher and his voice has honestly not changed in 25 years, truly one of the greatest

    • @jmlegrairstudio
      @jmlegrairstudio  Před 2 lety +2

      👏🏾 has 👏🏾not 👏🏾 changed! Liiiiike… whew.

  • @JayTheeA
    @JayTheeA Před 2 lety +12

    LOVE this content but sir you knowwww you should have started with the amazingness that is SUPERSTAR! LOLOL

  • @JustG323
    @JustG323 Před 2 lety +5

    Your analysis of this was dope‼️ USHER is a very talented singer and one who takes his voice and his instrument very seriously. He knows and values his gift you gonna always feel his power and his growth too. The whole tiny desk brand to me shows you the truth about any of or favorite artist and this man deserves his flowers now he’s earned his legendary status‼️‼️🥀🥀🥀🥀

  • @ErinnNowlin
    @ErinnNowlin Před 2 lety +13

    I'm so glad you did this and SO FAST! This Tiny Desk was so AMAZING!

  • @marleymarsss
    @marleymarsss Před 2 lety +8

    I love Usher voice doesn’t change from his speaking voice, it’s almost like he’s talking but it’s singing if that makes sense lol

  • @tyisha2105
    @tyisha2105 Před 2 lety +4

    I cannot believe how good this Tiny Desk was! Made me so happy sounds just to hear it. Took me right back to where I was when I heard each song.

  • @QueenDiva
    @QueenDiva Před 2 lety +5

    I truly enjoyed Usher’s Tiny Desk! I wish it was longer! Lol!

  • @wynee70273
    @wynee70273 Před 2 lety +14

    Usher is the truth and the timing of this (after the Verzuz debacle) is perfect, RnB Masterclass ❤️

  • @MylesAlexander93
    @MylesAlexander93 Před 2 lety +16

    This is why I am a proud fan of your channel. You really analyse the vocals and why it sounds so pleasant to us because of what the artist is doing and you educate too. You are using your gift so well. God has truly blessed you. Thank you

  • @pure1769
    @pure1769 Před 2 lety +14

    Loved Usher's performance🥰. Monica also did a Tiny Desk session. Her's was amazing also. Please analyze that.

  • @travisrichmond905
    @travisrichmond905 Před 2 lety +5

    This is my favorite. Usher vocal choices on this one was so perfect and intentional. Almost sound rehearsed but feels improvised.

  • @jillian320
    @jillian320 Před 2 lety +5

    USHER understood the Assignment!! 💐💐

  • @Deerych
    @Deerych Před 2 lety +9

    2 words...that band. Mane! They were like butter on warm grits! (with sugar) Full, lush, soulful...in that pocket!

  • @vanessaseymour2634
    @vanessaseymour2634 Před 2 lety +23

    Check out El DeBarge's Tiny Desk Concert from earlier this year. He's 60 now, but can still hit those notes!

    • @danaehernandez6794
      @danaehernandez6794 Před 2 lety

      Loved El’s Tiny Desk!

    • @kentthomason6285
      @kentthomason6285 Před 2 lety

      I wish he did it with a band, and background

    • @GNQ78
      @GNQ78 Před 2 lety

      Honey El showed out!! His voice sounded just like I remember when I heard it on record!!!! I love Usher!!!

  • @lamaradrian1
    @lamaradrian1 Před 2 lety +5

    I love your analysis of this performance!!!

  • @porqpai7082
    @porqpai7082 Před 2 lety +16

    You gotta do Dru Hill doing Beauty on the Bounce TV Trumpet awards. Would love to hear your take on Jazz's vocal choices.

  • @uglyfingers624
    @uglyfingers624 Před 2 lety +3

    I appreciate how you can reveal the subtleties in this and other vocal performances. Very educational and helpful!

  • @lilelly0428
    @lilelly0428 Před 2 lety +7

    We need you to analyze that whole set! It was so good!❤️

  • @3476122236
    @3476122236 Před 2 lety +2

    Usher is that man a true singer

  • @turonhayes1518
    @turonhayes1518 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Even this jazz mellow verse is EVERYTHANG!! I LOVE THIS!! The accompaniment band background it just flows melodically!! Another great Analysis Mr J!! 🫡

  • @bigwesmusic
    @bigwesmusic Před 2 lety +4

    DOPE Video as ALWAYS. His false is/was crazy too. You are gifted, passionate and articulate with regarding vocal analysis. Wishing you all the best good brother!!!

  • @honeymelanated338
    @honeymelanated338 Před 2 lety +4

    I watched usher tiny desk a few times it was amazing the growth and the vibes I was in love with him all over again

  • @shellielharrisjr9371
    @shellielharrisjr9371 Před 2 lety +6

    Usher & His Band Was Totally On Point With Their NPR Performance From Beginning 2 End 💜💯🎗️💫🆒🌎🙏.

  • @Snyc2030
    @Snyc2030 Před 2 lety +1

    @Jaron, simply put, you are a maestro, divine innovator of vocal stuff and thangs, and you capture the science of performance. We love you. And Usher is a vocal Beast.

  • @kimberlyjowers4525
    @kimberlyjowers4525 Před 2 lety +1

    Thoroughly enjoyed this because I love Usher but also because you precisely broke down the techniques and approaches to his singing. Super helpful to myself as I'm on this vocal journey. Thank you for being you.

  • @carnivorenation8632
    @carnivorenation8632 Před 2 lety +4

    I really enjoyed this jazzy version of this song. Usher is amazing.

  • @dezzt7811
    @dezzt7811 Před 2 lety +4

    Usher has always been my BOO!!! He is GREAT at making everything look effortless. His "commercial sound" is really beneath him and he really can do so much more like Gospel, for sure Jazz etc but instead he does what he knows is expected of him and will sale. As a supporter of all things Usher I want to hear EVERYTHING and I am buying it!!! He is 43 now a true supporter should expect him to evolve .

  • @LynLvs2Laugh
    @LynLvs2Laugh Před 2 lety +4

    Wow, two of my favorite artists in a row 😊

  • @DesiderataVio
    @DesiderataVio Před rokem

    Usher's good! Another great video to help us appreciate an artist. Thank you Jaron. 🙏🏾

  • @Fifenfurter
    @Fifenfurter Před rokem +2

    Usher said, "listen." He's a good story teller. There's really nothing the man can't do.

  • @Carolinanine_
    @Carolinanine_ Před rokem +4

    Usher was actually the reason I started preferring R&B over everything back in the 90s

  • @richardmcmillan3987
    @richardmcmillan3987 Před 2 lety

    YO, your breakdown of these vocal performances is on point! Keep doing your thing! I think your on to something here.

  • @niselou
    @niselou Před 2 lety +4

    this was the absolute highlight of my day; i actually sat and waited in the chat for it come on which is a never for me.
    having vedo and eric b. was astonishing ❤️‍🔥

  • @hereclecticstyle6260
    @hereclecticstyle6260 Před 2 lety +1

    Let me start off by saying I love the fact that you upload these vids and the artist killing it in all the ones I’ve watched thus far. I want to give you your props for the way you analyze the vids it’s so informative you are amazing keep them coming!!!!!

  • @_mariahs_lamb_4ever848
    @_mariahs_lamb_4ever848 Před 2 lety +51

    Usher is the real King of R&B

  • @breeze904
    @breeze904 Před 2 lety

    I'm so happy you did this ! You are amazing

  • @Mrskmdumas12
    @Mrskmdumas12 Před 2 lety +2

    Was so excited to see your thumbnail/notification for this. I watched this earlier today myself. 🔥🔥🔥

  • @iameloho718
    @iameloho718 Před 2 lety +8

    Cmon vocabulary 😍 binge watching your channel & I love your perspective. Keep up the great work 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
    P.s Can you be my vocal coach 😩

  • @thecarlynbrand
    @thecarlynbrand Před 2 lety +2

    It’s so effortless for him! 😍

  • @liveesunflower
    @liveesunflower Před 2 lety +6

    I’ve watched the tiny desk about 4 times already 😭

  • @TheHeartsandcake90
    @TheHeartsandcake90 Před rokem +1

    Yassss the arrangement is everything

  • @Yanadew
    @Yanadew Před 2 lety +1

    I saw this I shared with everyone! Legendary iconic Usher ! Looking so good 😊

  • @anseldeangelo
    @anseldeangelo Před 2 lety +11

    You definitely have to react to Monica’s Tiny Desk performance too!!! She killed it!!!

  • @crystalvincent7960
    @crystalvincent7960 Před 2 lety +3

    This one was so good! All of those nostalgic songs we love, he put such a grown up spin on them..❤❤❤ and can we get into the band!! Perfection!

  • @TheQueenIsHer
    @TheQueenIsHer Před 2 lety +1

    Thissss… your explanation, his performance, the band, the back up singers… ughhh it was all a vibe!!!!

  • @lindseykingery9530
    @lindseykingery9530 Před 2 lety

    this was great THEY sounded amazing

  • @amberhi874
    @amberhi874 Před 2 lety +2

    I was waiting on you to do this video!!!!

  • @ladiosmuhammad
    @ladiosmuhammad Před 2 lety

    Your commentary is so Amazing! I love Usher! His Tiny Desk Concert was incredible!~

  • @violetsrayreikishop2
    @violetsrayreikishop2 Před 2 lety +4

    Great review this my first time seeing this and it's on point Usher voice is beautiful he is definitely the king of nuances and I agree his voice is so clear and he still sounds the same he's even better with age in my opinion. Good to see he's taking care of his voice after all these years in the game.

  • @prestonlawrence6364
    @prestonlawrence6364 Před 2 lety +6

    You should do Superstar with him and Eric bellinger

  • @notes4170
    @notes4170 Před 2 lety +1

    This was such an amazing tiny desk!!!

  • @musictipsreviewswithjg

    Great analysis!! You're the best..huge fan!! Very knowledgeable!! Love your passion showing through videos to us!!

  • @TheWellRestedLeader
    @TheWellRestedLeader Před 2 lety

    I love your analysis, expertise & personality...hooked on your videos! I think my voice is even improving while following your breakdowns. :)

  • @kawaiipotatolewis9507
    @kawaiipotatolewis9507 Před 2 lety +21

    That performance was amazing!!

  • @silambarasan__rajendran
    @silambarasan__rajendran Před 2 lety +5

    Greatest vocals, Incredible voice, Usher!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My soul's singer.

  • @bolanleadana8668
    @bolanleadana8668 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much for this video. Edutainment at its best

  • @iammeallday
    @iammeallday Před 2 lety

    Thanks fam for reviewing this one! Was hoping you would walk through this one!