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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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
@@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
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!
@@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
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!
@@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.
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
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! 😇🙆♀️💕🥰
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!
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...
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. 😢💔
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 🙏🏾❤️❤️
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...
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.
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
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!
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
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!
I was Muslim and converted to being a follower of our lLord Jesus Christ..I prayed to God one time with all my heart and asked him to show me if he’s real then Jesus came into my life. The holly spirit is guiding me and I will start preaching in God’s name one day to bring this gift of true love and happiness to less fortunate and lost souls.Amen
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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!
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
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
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 🇯🇲❤️❤️❤️❤️
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.. 🙏🏾❤️
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
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.
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!
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 ❌❌❌❌
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.🥰
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.
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.
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 ❤
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.
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!
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!
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
Same! She has a small singing part in Todrick Hall's "Forbidden" TH-cam musical with Jade Nova. If you keep an open mind and embrace all love check it out, it's amazing.
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....❤❤
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...
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!!
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
@@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.
@@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.
@@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.
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.
The pretties of us still feel ugly sometimes we all have our insecurities, all we need is to be loving and kind towards each other...Love fixes all things.
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Even her speaking voice is smooth, and her singing?? Literally LIQUID GOLD 🏆
Right!🙌🏾🙌🏾💕
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Anyone still returning to this in 2024…? It’s still my happy place
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
Bless.
THANK YOU
I weeped
thankyou godess
Appreciate this
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
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.
😢
She's amazing!
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.
@@PDIMERYYou should watch her interview on the Terrell show where talks about her childhood a bit. It will help answer your question.
I'm obsessed with her face, her voice, her emotions.
Such a phenomenal woman...
Victor Mendes eu tbbbbb aaaa
me abraça aquiiiii
Victor Mendes me too! She is amazing❤️
her arms too
Victor Mendes
Yes sir 😩👌🏾
"It's message is much more important than it's circumstance."
YOU BETTER PREACH TO THE CHILDREN OUT BACK!!
It's Me Uce that’s the part that made my eyes Wata
It's Me Uce Thanks. Happens.
It's Me Uce - I Am Here
I could literally just hear her talk. Everything about her voice is perfectly crafted.
British sound.
@@jb2736 beyond that… strength, beauty poise.
@@foard82 Yes...from her Nigerian culture side
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.
This woman is not a woman at all. She is an angel sent to us from the most joyous corner of heaven.
Alexis Michele those who can recognize an Angel are only Angels themselves.
For real?!
I love you too
i cannot disagree. transcedant
You're right: that's why she is, indeed, a WOMAN
This man is PLAYING this piano!!!!
Literally 🔥🔥
👍🏼👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I said the same thing n she meshes so well together they did this
Ronnie Pierce Jr FLAWLESS.
Seriously!!! Wow
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
Literally I be on the floor sobbing
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
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
@@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
God's grace be upon you @Emjay. May the Lord continue to shine his face upon you and be gracious to you ❤️
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!
@@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
Can we give props to the brother on the keys..Amazing combo.
Yessssssz! I did before I read your comment!@
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!
@@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.
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
She has such a clean voice
T Sanders-Criner that’s why i watch this every day she’s soooooo gooood
I know exactly what you mean
Like a bell. Her sound is pure, bright, resonant and beautiful.
That's the perfect description- "crispness"
T Sanders-Criner control
"Imagine that my voice is your voice" OH GOD I WISH
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! 😇🙆♀️💕🥰
Yes Im a Jaz groupie lol. My favorite by her.
First song: Jazmine Sullivan - Masterpiece (Mona Lisa)
Amanda Hawkins thank you
This is my new favorite song now
One of my favs from Jasmine, touches my heart because i too never feel like I'm not good enough
Guys look for the live performance by Jasmine Sullivan 😍😍😍😍
Thank you
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!
John Tucker she’s not like any other artist today. She’s one of a kind!
Whitney would of loved her and probably of wanted to do something with her. Whitney you are surely missed 💗💗
Absolutely..
No. She's not up there with Whitney. Will NEVER compare. Plus, she doesn't even like Black Americans
Sistah B and gets up here singing songs by the very same BA's she swears are jealous of her. Smh
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...
Never forget ❤
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. 😢💔
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 🙏🏾❤️❤️
My deepest condolences to you. 🙏🏽
Be beautiful my sister and allow yourself to be, everything at the same time and sometimes in parts. My prayers sent to you ✨
Sending up prayers for your continued healing 🙏🏽 ❤
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that Jehovah gives you comfort.
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...
Amen!
Do you boo!
😂
Yasssss
Whoo hoo! 😀👍🏼
After hearing her give Jazmine Sullivan that love at the beginning my respect for Cynthia reached a whole new level
Amen.
Indeed 💜👏🏾 she's amazing
Richard b i t ch
Yes indeed.
But why didn't she say her name???????? 😑😶🌫
I'm crying so hard right now. This woman never fails to make me FEEL what she is singing.
She is incredible but DARN! her speaking voice is so cute and sweet, makes me want to hug her. What a lovely human.
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.
didn't you hear her speak on stage? she did have lines
Jason Hernandez she probably meant this is this first time she heard her speak as herself and not a character
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
Nothing compares to these two performances.
Behind every amazing singer is an amazing accompanist. That dude can freaking play!!! Bravo to both of them! Incredible.
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!
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
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!
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.
I was Muslim and converted to being a follower of our lLord Jesus Christ..I prayed to God one time with all my heart and asked him to show me if he’s real then Jesus came into my life. The holly spirit is guiding me and I will start preaching in God’s name one day to bring this gift of true love and happiness to less fortunate and lost souls.Amen
One of the best voices in the world now. Period.
Fadhil Ramadhani yes
agreed
Where is the lie 🤷🏾♀️
Rachelle Farrelle has the best voice PERIOD! But her voice is amazing!
@@stantunnell8095 Say that again for the people in the back!!
Who else came here from Terrell?? I can see why she didn't want to perform I'm Here at this conference
woooooooooow! that was unbelievable. i love her even more.
From Terrell’s channel here too! Love her now. Sang girl 🙌🏽
YepItsThatGuy meeeee!!!!
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.
Me i did. I love her so much now and its all thanks to that wonderful man
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.
@Cynthia Erivo stoppp😭
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
STILL IN 2024 the power I feel when listening
I can’t wait to see her as Harriet Tubman
Alpha Charm shes gonna be apart of tom hollands chaos walking too!!! shes gonna be so good!!!!!!!!!!
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!!!
I am so Geeked
I told my Daughter we MUST GO
She said she is a workout junkie!!
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.
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.
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
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!
Because talent is garbage today. All about looks, NOT talent.
ughhhh. she is so gorgeous, in every way.
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
Salomé Amber beautiful
Thank you for the lyrics.
**but i can’t hide no more, i can’t hide
**im a masterpiece (last line)
1:52
Omg Jazmine Sullivan
11:36 the sun came out from behind the clouds and filled the room with a pool of honey. spoke to my soul.
When you have been called ugly or different all your life. The message is more important than the circumstances. Thank you.
I wasn’t expecting to cry..
Me neither...
Speaks volumes....
Me neither
Me too
Girl same. I'm over here like "who started a fire and turned on my sprinklers???"
The 9 ppl who didn't like this need some love in their lives
DeIra Martin someone hurt them x i hope cynthia’s voice healed their pain.
Now we have 74 people who need love. Should start a love go fund me for them
they need Jesus! or they're crazy...
Right
254 ppl now
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
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 🇯🇲❤️❤️❤️❤️
❤❤❤
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.. 🙏🏾❤️
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
7:44
Thank you...
Thank you!
Wow thank You!
Thank you!🌹
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.
Ashley Padilla go on iTunes and look for Jazzmin Sullivan..
It’s a shame she’s not known more!! She’s exceptional
Jazmine Sullivan... get your life she's amazing they both are
It's called Masterpiece
Masterpiece by Jazmine Sullivan is the first song. And I agree with comment.
Jazmine Sullivan, that woman's voice will change your life
Im so excited for her as Elphaba
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!
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 ❌❌❌❌
Right?!
Me too right now!!
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.🥰
Me too
Same 💯💯💯
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.
You are probably a brit. Can y'all make your own Hollywood and stop faking Americans peoples accents
Linda R are you hurt 😂 being an actor is being versatile get out ur own arse
She does. Pure class.
We have it sir
She’s an additional blessing she puts shame on no other category that we are blessed with
Yeah, they do things a bit differently across the pond........
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.
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.
dang woman is ripped
angelasings24 😂😂😂
She is #goals in so many ways.
That acting fitness stays keeping us in shape fr
angelasings24 I follow her on Instagram and she runs every darn day. She’s an inspiration.
dang right
Who’s the pianist? He’s beautiful.
Jason Michael Webb
He’s awesome!
Keegan Thorpe right
Drake on the keys lol ;-]
Keegan Thorpe I agree
even her talking voice is so beautiful. she’s so calming and charming person
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 ❤
The song I'm talking about I'M HERE
Is like the air is perfectly floating through and out of her, no blocking at all, it's perfect
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.
YES!!! She is a very special person in this world.
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!
😂😂😂😂⚰⚰⚰⚰ im so done
“The singing voice is attached to the person who as ideas” 🥰🙏
“I guess this message is more important, than its circumstance.” We don’t serve her holy shit!!
Them arms though...
Askia E. Drew lol
Yea there arms
What do yours look like😗😔😬
Beautifully sculpted. 😊
#armgoals....
Her voice is so resonant and crystal clear. Haunting in its beauty. I can't.
Her performance made me cry, stunning. Absolutely stunning.
Who’s here because of Harriet 2019 🎥
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!
Me
J WALKA214 Me three.,....😍😘🥰
Me. About to see the movie!
Me! omg - what a talent. Where the hell've I been??
She is serving INTENT! INTENT, story, meaning, all that. i can't explain, but that's it's power.
Brilliance flows through her voice! So powerful, she literally speaks to the deepest part of the soul.
That guy on the piano is fabulous.
Such lovely thoughts behind that lovely voice.
Kevin Boseman are you related to Chadwick Boseman?
Terrell brought me here! I’m so glad 🙌🏾🙌🏾
Yass me too
Me too
Me too!!!!
Thank the Lord she sung "I'm a work of art.I needed it so much.
Such a unique blend of power and vulnerability. She is one of the greatest talents of this generation.
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
Same! She has a small singing part in Todrick Hall's "Forbidden" TH-cam musical with Jade Nova. If you keep an open mind and embrace all love check it out, it's amazing.
Random Nikky You put it really well!
Random Nikky did she sing in that movie? i haven’t seen it yet but i want to.
I thought as much!!! I had seen her before!!!
YES! I was like who the fuck was that singing in this movie, found her and have been obsessed ever since.
Damn I want her talking voice accent and her singing voice. She sounds so young too.
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....❤❤
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...
A perfect woman. Complexion, physique, speaking voice, tone...just everything about her...
She’s gorgeous and her voice is like butter!!
Awesome singer! Wonderful cover of Jazmin Sullivan's Masterpiece (Mona Lisa).
Yesssssssssssssssssss
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!!
She is a "Force To Be Reckoned With"......I'm glad that she is getting her flowers, She is Fierce ❤🔥🔥❤🔥
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
Jazmine's Mona Lisa INTO I'm Here is soooo important. Because the songs balance so well.
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。
Her voice gives such elegance. I love the British Accent. Love love love
WHY IS SHE MY EVERYTHING
The simplicity and beauty in this version...swelled my heart!! She is simply beautiful. xoxo
Cynthia’s dulcet voice evokes such sanguinity; I feel so reassured that life will be okay. I love her sm😭😭💞💞💞💞
I was lucky enough to see Cynthia sing this live 3 times on Broadway, absolutely life-changing. 🙏❤️
5:48 - Introduction to "I'm Here."
7:45 - "I'm Here" starts.
Just thought this would somehow help.
Hieu Samuel Nguyen
How did you skip "Masterpiece" ... it was just that ... I'm here was amazing too but who'd wanna skip
Naw you did them a disfavor and skipping Master Piece (Mona Lisa) that is a work of ART!!
"The voice is attached to the person who has ideas". People shouldn't skip her talk.
Thank you!! A hundred TIMES!!
ahhhh! she covered JAZMINE! Masterpiece truly is a genuine song about loving yourself. I love itttttttt
her voice is so beautiful. i can’t deal with how perfect she sounds😭
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!!!!
Nigerian/ African ppl. Voices. REAL. Beautiful..
1goldbaby she’s from the UK
yes now. YES
@@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.
@@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.
@@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.
She is quite simply AMAZING. No words for her radiance...
she has been sent to us...we need to recognise and honour her while she is with us.
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.
The pretties of us still feel ugly sometimes we all have our insecurities, all we need is to be loving and kind towards each other...Love fixes all things.