I think Angelina has killed this song for anyone else. Not only do we experience the beauty of her voice unplugged, but she brings the meaning of the lyrics to life like no one I’ve ever heard. Just Angelina, a mic, and Ivan beautifully following her lead. Nothing else needed.
This one is absolutely incredible. Rihanna had success as a pop hit with this. Angelina reinterpreted it into a work of art and tender beauty. The timing is exactly how she wants it, it wouldn't be the same otherwise. She told Ivan the exact tempo she wanted and the way she wanted the guitar dynamics to go. She's a little genius.
According to the guitarist, Ivan Mendez, she recorded this after about 15 minutes practice (he says so he could learn it) and recorded this in one take. ONE.
When she covers ballads by Rhianna, Lana Del Rey, and Adele, her jazz roots allow her to inflect such emotional responses that, as good as they are, they're unable to match her. She's not only been affected by the jazz greats of yesteryear but also by the most unique jazz singer of them all, Amy Winehouse. Add Angelina's unlimited vocal abilities and you get gems like this.
That poor guitarist had to learn these songs on the spot. When he visited Angelina he never knew what she wanted to do (according to his own statements).
A vocalist is what she is. The ability to turn the voice how she wants to sound. And in top of that she is a musical genius, giving the taste of an original, but spinning it up.
I love the big smile that comes over your face when you listen to Angelina. I also love the way Ivan looks as he is appreciating her singing. It's so nice to see two handsome men smiling and appreciating her singing.
Great job reacting. 👍 This is one of my favourite song she covers . Makes the original sound pale in comparison. Please have a go at " Born to Die". Angelina will amaze and shock you with the use of her vibrato and voice control.
Thanks for your great reaction to this amazing performance by the BAREFOOT ANGEL. Can it get better than this? Of course not, unless Angelina sings another song for us.
Yes, you should watch the Ivan Mendez interview. He would show up, hang out all day not knowing what the song would be. Then Angelina would just pick something and he would have practice it up quick, and then go....
Angelina even has a music stand with the score in live performances, having the music available is no indication of how well you know the music, even in an orchestra every musician has the music right in front of them at all times, and every one of them can play their part by heart!
According to Ivan Mendez (the guitarist), she doesn't do any rehearsal prior to these recordings at home. He'd go to her house and spend some time with the family and eat great food (according to him) and suddenly she'd say "let's do the song." The camera and mic would be turn on and they'd take it from there. Absolutely amazing!
Like your reactions they are fun .90% of the people never played a instrument or had any real music training including me so for most people it's all about emotions and that's what Angelina puts in her songs and millions love her
As you see in other comments, one take, that's it. I challenge you to find ANYONE who can do that so impeccably, soulfully AND read the lyrics! I'd say I'll wait, but I don't have 50 years to give! Great analysis/reaction as usual Dave!
Love your reactions, every time I watch anyone, listen to Angelina Jordan, for the first time, is just great, it's like listen to Angelina for the very first time, thanks for posting your reactions
Hey Dave, your smile was so wide I thought your cheeks would crack wide open all the way to your ears :-). Seriously, she is absolutely mesmerizing on this cover; Ivan is definitely mesmerized :-).
Thanks Dave as a guitar and Bass player I understand exactly what you said, great explanations . When we are playing and get in that magical pocket we like to create in the moment, and it is usually not he same each time ,as you said according to our inspiration and mood at the time. That is how Angelina approaches a song in a very spontaneous and creative manner, Those who do not understand this tend to criticize her timing and approach to a cover . Love your reactions, spot on!! Angelina is a rare treasure indeed!!
this is IMO her best performance. In this performance I could hear and understand why many of her fans say she sings in 3D. Her vibrato in his song is beautifully executed. Sweetest sounds. I love it.
Nice choice Dave and thanks for the beautiful and careful reaction. This Angelina's version, without mixing, recorded at home and with the simple company of Ivan Mendez's sweet guitar following she with great discretion (as always), is an incredible emotional interpretation and the her soft, smoked voice, so full of her fantastic vibrato and her wonderful elongated vowels, brings it out in an absolutely unique way, better that Rihanna 's version. 😊 ❤️
When Angelina does "Stay"; I fall back into another past era and she is talking to me about my personal experiences. I love it so deeply but at the same time I hate her for reminding me of just how much another person loved me. That lost, empty feeling fills my eyes and attacks my soul.
Artist not singer. And her inate ability to interpret a song is astounding. She does not cover. She reinvents songs. Makes it her own. Makes a connection to the listener.
You should have your wife react with you. I'm sure she would absolutely love Angelina's version. This song was done in one take as with so many of her other songs.
The timing comment you made probably explains why, when Angelina sings the same song in different settings all beautifully but often a little different, just the way she sprinkles the “ Angel Dust “ in that performance. Great reaction keep em coming
Hi Dave,loved your reaction of this Angelina song,brilliant guitarist,and top vocals,can not criticize anything that she sings,everything she does sounds original even though they are covers! Fandabidozie,yawl stay safe bro,keep up these Angelina reactions love them.
I believe i read where Ivan Mendez (guitarist) said there was very little planning. They'd just sit down and do it. He mentioned sometimes he would just strum because he didn't know what song was going to be recorded. Amazing. Child is brilliant. I really enjoy Ivan's music, too.
Maybe what you mean about being out of time from Rhianna is called "back phrasing"? I think she does this on many songs on purpose this is a hallmark of jazz singers which at the heart of it she is.
Her guitarist Ivan says that they would just hang out with the family all day and toward evening she would ask him if he knew this or that and they would work it up. A guy who ran a recording studio said that only Beyoncé, Sam Smith, and Angelina could do a song from start to finish in one take. I'd swear I've seen a little longer version of this where she waves goodbye.
Treat to hear you immitating Angelina Dave, especially that ooowh, oh, oh. Definitely added an extra dynamic to the reaction video. You two are great! :)
Yup Dave- she flexed it! This is a genius cover IMO. Have listened to the original and many other versions and they are all beautiful and effective in their own right, and no offense to Rihanna, but Angelina's version touched me on a different level, really kept it on the heart level of deep...
Been waitin' for ya to do another AJ! HA! ... btw, yeah, according to Ivan (the guitarist), he and AJ would very often get together, pick a song, practice a couple of times and then make a vid. - almost totally on the fly!! LOL
P.s with your enthusiasm of her singing I think it would sound cool if you and her done a jam! You on your sax and her singing would be a sound to welcome!
with your professed love of jazz and how deep you've explored AJ's music, have you heard of Postmodern Jukebox?? I did a quick search of your reactions and I didn't see anything from them. PMJ is the brainchild of Scott Bradlee, a pianist that rose to TH-cam fame doing piano mashups of classic piano staples and modern music. PMJ does modern song covers that have been re-interpreted into older styles and genres. I think for your first foray, I would start with their cover of Creep (sung by Hailey Reinhart). Then move onto Morgan James and the many collaborations she's done with PMJ (Dream On, Take Me To Church, All About That Bass-along with Hailey, Maps, and many others). Another great series by them is their "Motown tribute to Nickelback" a multi track mini album. They have hundreds of tracks spanning so many genres, many albums, and have had several tours. check them out and you won't be disappointed.
Dave, if your grin was any wider I think your face would split! This is one of my favourite AJ performances. Have you seen the Interview with Ivan Mendez talking about the collaborations with her?
Every Element have its prodigies Tiger Woods was putting golf balls at age 3. This is the next great vocal prodigy--Rhianna I love your version but lets be real this is tenfold better --no studio no auto tune just off the rip pfffffffffffffffff!!!! Brilliant
I think Angelina has killed this song for anyone else. Not only do we experience the beauty of her voice unplugged, but she brings the meaning of the lyrics to life like no one I’ve ever heard. Just Angelina, a mic, and Ivan beautifully following her lead. Nothing else needed.
This one is absolutely incredible. Rihanna had success as a pop hit with this. Angelina reinterpreted it into a work of art and tender beauty. The timing is exactly how she wants it, it wouldn't be the same otherwise. She told Ivan the exact tempo she wanted and the way she wanted the guitar dynamics to go.
She's a little genius.
The remarkable Angelina just doing what she was born to do. Thumbs up Dave, thanks.
How I love Angelinas hand gestures when she's singing...
I describe it as her armography. Her movements are so expressive and from time the movement is slightly ahead of the beat and they just draw you in.
According to the guitarist, Ivan Mendez, she recorded this after about 15 minutes practice (he says so he could learn it) and recorded this in one take. ONE.
I love the look of admiration on Ivan's face when she is singing, especially on certain parts.
""Music is about emotions and Angelina is....MUSIC!!"
You are "on the button". If a singer doesn't affect me emotionally she doesn't even get on the "back burner".
Look at Ivan's face ! He is her world ! This is so incredible 🥰
When she covers ballads by Rhianna, Lana Del Rey, and Adele, her jazz roots allow her to
inflect such emotional responses that, as good as they are, they're unable to match her.
She's not only been affected by the jazz greats of yesteryear but also by the most unique
jazz singer of them all, Amy Winehouse. Add Angelina's unlimited vocal abilities and you
get gems like this.
Great reaction Dave. Angelina is of course amazing, but it's fun to watch Ivan Mendez's reactions to her singing. He's as mesmerized as we are!
Just a guitar and an amazing voice. What more would you want?
Her timing is impeccable!
The only person you can compare her timing to is Frank. Like him. She does it her way.
That poor guitarist had to learn these songs on the spot. When he visited Angelina he never knew what she wanted to do (according to his own statements).
A vocalist is what she is. The ability to turn the voice how she wants to sound. And in top of that she is a musical genius, giving the taste of an original, but spinning it up.
I love the big smile that comes over your face when you listen to Angelina. I also love the way Ivan looks as he is appreciating her singing. It's so nice to see two handsome men smiling and appreciating her singing.
👩🏻🎤🎵🌎⭐️🇳🇴❤️ Impossibly beautiful!
I love Ivans reactions in this video. What a dream job for him. This is one of my favorites from Angelina.
Great job reacting. 👍 This is one of my favourite song she covers . Makes the original sound pale in comparison. Please have a go at " Born to Die". Angelina will amaze and shock you with the use of her vibrato and voice control.
Everytime it is such a joy to hear her singing. It is if she is taking control over my emotions and play with it in a certain way.
Thanks for your great reaction to this amazing performance by the BAREFOOT ANGEL. Can it get better than this? Of course not, unless Angelina sings another song for us.
Its sounds like the notes are dancing around her even the little ones without shoes.
😊💕
Yes, you should watch the Ivan Mendez interview. He would show up, hang out all day not knowing what the song would be. Then Angelina would just pick something and he would have practice it up quick, and then go....
Wonderful Angelina! And she was just 12!...she is magnificent! 😍
I love your smile when you are reaction :-)
I always enjoy learning from people who have skills I do not. It makes me look at things differently and with more appreciation. Thanks.
Angelina even has a music stand with the score in live performances, having the music available is no indication of how well you know the music, even in an orchestra every musician has the music right in front of them at all times, and every one of them can play their part by heart!
According to Ivan Mendez (the guitarist), she doesn't do any rehearsal prior to these recordings at home. He'd go to her house and spend some time with the family and eat great food (according to him) and suddenly she'd say "let's do the song." The camera and mic would be turn on and they'd take it from there. Absolutely amazing!
Watching your face says it all! Joy,love,Everything
Like your reactions they are fun .90% of the people never played a instrument or had any real music training including me so for most people it's all about emotions and that's what Angelina puts in her songs and millions love her
"Born to die" next 👏👏👍✌🤘❤🇨🇱🙂
As you see in other comments, one take, that's it. I challenge you to find ANYONE who can do that so impeccably, soulfully AND read the lyrics! I'd say I'll wait, but I don't have 50 years to give! Great analysis/reaction as usual Dave!
Love your reactions, every time I watch anyone, listen to Angelina Jordan, for the first time, is just great, it's like listen to Angelina for the very first time, thanks for posting your reactions
you have just heard on of Angelinas best cover with her smoothy,vibrato voice,this cover hits me,great react.
she has 1000 different voices to choose from, depending on the song choice and type .. It's Angelina.
Hey Dave, your smile was so wide I thought your cheeks would crack wide open all the way to your ears :-). Seriously, she is absolutely mesmerizing on this cover; Ivan is definitely mesmerized :-).
Thanks Dave as a guitar and Bass player I understand exactly what you said, great explanations . When we are playing and get in that magical pocket we like to create in the moment, and it is usually not he same each time ,as you said according to our inspiration and mood at the time.
That is how Angelina approaches a song in a very spontaneous and creative manner, Those who do not understand this tend to criticize her timing and approach to a cover . Love your reactions, spot on!! Angelina is a rare treasure indeed!!
this is IMO her best performance. In this performance I could hear and understand why many of her fans say she sings in 3D. Her vibrato in his song is beautifully executed. Sweetest sounds. I love it.
Big smiles back at your passion for artistry.
Angelina 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Some Reactors Don't Know the Words 2 XpLain Their Comments. Thanks 4 XpLaining the Term ScaLes 4 us. 🔥🍾🍷👍
Nice choice Dave and thanks for the beautiful and careful reaction. This Angelina's version, without mixing, recorded at home and with the simple company of Ivan Mendez's sweet guitar following she with great discretion (as always), is an incredible emotional interpretation and the her soft, smoked voice, so full of her fantastic vibrato and her wonderful elongated vowels, brings it out in an absolutely unique way, better that Rihanna 's version. 😊 ❤️
She always made her covers yours! Incredible talent !!
When Angelina does "Stay"; I fall back into another past era and she is talking to me about my personal experiences. I love it so deeply but at the same time I hate her for reminding me of just how much another person loved me. That lost, empty feeling fills my eyes and attacks my soul.
I love your reaction to our barefoot princess! Thanks 😍
Even her guitarist Ivan Mendes is amazed.
Artist not singer. And her inate ability to interpret a song is astounding. She does not cover. She reinvents songs. Makes it her own. Makes a connection to the listener.
Speechless
You should have your wife react with you. I'm sure she would absolutely love Angelina's version.
This song was done in one take as with so many of her other songs.
The timing comment you made probably explains why, when Angelina sings the same song in different settings all beautifully but often a little different, just the way she sprinkles the “ Angel Dust “ in that performance. Great reaction keep em coming
Hi Dave,loved your reaction of this Angelina song,brilliant guitarist,and top vocals,can not criticize anything that she sings,everything she does sounds original even though they are covers! Fandabidozie,yawl stay safe bro,keep up these Angelina reactions love them.
❤️❤️❤️ your reaction to this 😍
:-)) Love
keeps reading the lyrics lol not bad for someone who doesnt know the song.beautiful
Its a intervju with Ivan the guy on the guitar he says she goofs around and then desiced wich song to sing often without know the lyrics.
I believe i read where Ivan Mendez (guitarist) said there was very little planning. They'd just sit down and do it. He mentioned sometimes he would just strum because he didn't know what song was going to be recorded. Amazing. Child is brilliant. I really enjoy Ivan's music, too.
Agree, smooth is the word. In the dictionary, when you look up 'smooth' there should be a link to this video 😎
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This was beautiful! Thank you, Dave.
Great reaction Dave. I can't imagine this song being sung any better unless Angelina sings it again.
Dave, love your musical insights into all that AJ does. Thank you both for your service.
Maybe what you mean about being out of time from Rhianna is called "back phrasing"? I think she does this on many songs on purpose this is a hallmark of jazz singers which at the heart of it she is.
Her guitarist Ivan says that they would just hang out with the family all day and toward evening she would ask him if he knew this or that and they would work it up. A guy who ran a recording studio said that only Beyoncé, Sam Smith, and Angelina could do a song from start to finish in one take. I'd swear I've seen a little longer version of this where she waves goodbye.
Treat to hear you immitating Angelina Dave, especially that ooowh, oh, oh. Definitely added an extra dynamic to the reaction video. You two are great! :)
This is Popeye, yes this the magic of AJ, the Barefoot Princess, singer of 1,000 voices, Queen of Jazz-Pop! God Bless!
Love your reaction Dave. Ann, Norway
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Yup Dave- she flexed it! This is a genius cover IMO. Have listened to the original and many other versions and they are all beautiful and effective in their own right, and no offense to Rihanna, but Angelina's version touched me on a different level, really kept it on the heart level of deep...
I hope Angelina was able to take Ivan to Republic with her. He is very talented and deserves their attention as well.
perhaps a listen to alan papier channel interview with Ivan...
Love how much you are into her singing, as I am. If you haven't, try reacting to Morisette Amon's "Akin Ka Na Lang!" You'll be blown away by her too!!
I already have a lot of reactions to miss morisette, here ya go!
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Really could not listen to Rihanna sing this song after this. Masterful rendition once again.
Been waitin' for ya to do another AJ! HA! ... btw, yeah, according to Ivan (the guitarist), he and AJ would very often get together, pick a song, practice a couple of times and then make a vid. - almost totally on the fly!! LOL
P.s with your enthusiasm of her singing I think it would sound cool if you and her done a jam! You on your sax and her singing would be a sound to welcome!
Unchained MeLody From the NobeL Peace Prize Concert 2024 AngeLina Leaves No Dry Eyes & Captures ur SouL, it's Fire 👍🔥🍾🍷🍹
Hey Dave I Just Discovered A Bass Singer That I Think Would Really Surprise You His Name Is Mark Mcauley.
with your professed love of jazz and how deep you've explored AJ's music, have you heard of Postmodern Jukebox?? I did a quick search of your reactions and I didn't see anything from them. PMJ is the brainchild of Scott Bradlee, a pianist that rose to TH-cam fame doing piano mashups of classic piano staples and modern music. PMJ does modern song covers that have been re-interpreted into older styles and genres. I think for your first foray, I would start with their cover of Creep (sung by Hailey Reinhart). Then move onto Morgan James and the many collaborations she's done with PMJ (Dream On, Take Me To Church, All About That Bass-along with Hailey, Maps, and many others). Another great series by them is their "Motown tribute to Nickelback" a multi track mini album. They have hundreds of tracks spanning so many genres, many albums, and have had several tours. check them out and you won't be disappointed.
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Dave, if your grin was any wider I think your face would split! This is one of my favourite AJ performances. Have you seen the Interview with Ivan Mendez talking about the collaborations with her?
Imagine being a Super Star. And then a 13 year old covers your songs...
Every Element have its prodigies Tiger Woods was putting golf balls at age 3. This is the next great vocal prodigy--Rhianna I love your version but lets be real this is tenfold better --no studio no auto tune just off the rip pfffffffffffffffff!!!! Brilliant
Hey Dave, did you have your wife hear this? How did she respond?
She liked her. But she isn’t as invested as I am lol
Angelinas version is way better!!!!!!