Cher intended for this to be a ballad, but they said people don't want a ballad so turned it into a dance track. At the Kennedy awards, Adam Lambert honored her by singing this as a slow soft ballad and Cher was literally brought to tears by it. You should check it out, it's stunning.
That's completely untrue. I'm born in 84. If you're born in 81 you would would know well enough that is false. The entire album was a dance album. Also, the sound was completely original at the time it was released. The production is too well put-together to have been decided as a change. Also, Cher is not even credited as a writer. She was pretended with the track in a demo.
You can thank Cher and her producers for first introducing the world to auto-tune as an effect rather than just a way to improve a singers pitch! And, she was 52 when this song came out in 1999 and reached number one on the charts - she was the oldest female artist to perform this feat. And she's won an Oscar, an Emmy, and of course Grammy's - and, she was the first female performer to EVER show her belly-button on national TV and it was a HUGE deal at the time. She's also been a Barbie doll!! She is a true icon!
That song was made for clubbing I believe it came out in like 1998 and she was in her early 50s when she did this whole kind of rave clubbing song and it was all for dancing… it was like her 4th comeback album…girl can reinvent herself every q0 years like nobody’s business! And Adams version he sang to her at the Kennedy center honors is a must like everyone says…in fact y’all would love all the kco shows!
it's hard to believe this song came out 23 yrs ago....I didnt think it was that long ago but I guess it was....I just remember dancing my butt off on the dance flooe whenever the DJ played it...good ole days!!
I was lucky enough to see her and Sonny fairly early on (yeah I'm OLD!) but also 3 times during her last tour. She still has it for sure! I also have a framed autographed album of Sonny/Cher and a few other mementos. She's been my idol since I was a little kid watching the Sonny/Cher show.
Finally, you are doing this song and getting to hear a more modern sound of Cher. Believe" departed from Cher's pop rock style of the time, adopting an upbeat dance-pop style. It featured a pioneering use of the audio processing software Auto-Tune to distort Cher's vocals, which was widely imitated and became known as the "Cher effect". This being one of the times the software was used to create and interesting techno sound instead of trying to improve someone's voice, which Cher doesn't need. The lyrics describe empowerment and self-sufficiency after a painful breakup. This topped the charts an became a staple at clubs as one of the most popular dance songs. Cher is head and shoulders above the rest as a true legend and one of the most unique voices around. You should do her song "I FOUND SOMEONE" and her duet with Peter Cetera, "AFTER ALL".
"If I Could Turn Back Time" is another great one, plus many of her older hits like "Half-Breed". She proved her acting talent in the movies Moonstruck (won an Oscar), Mask (my favorite), and The Witches of Eastwick. She's still rockin' it at age 75!
Cher definitely has a unique voice. While there are other talented women with strong lower registers (Karen Carpenter, Anne Murray, and Tina Turner all come to mind), Cher has a wonderfully distinct quality to her tone that no one else sounds like. Interesting fact about this song: When it reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1999, Cher was 53 years old. This made her the oldest woman ever to top that chart, a record she holds to this day. The previous record was held by Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane/Starship, who was 47 when "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now", a song you previously reacted to, reached #1 (in fact, she had beaten her own record, since she was 45 when "We Built This City" topped the charts in 1985). As others have mentioned, "Believe" was the first major hit to make liberal use of AutoTune as a deliberate voice effect rather than a means of correcting pitch. In fact, for a long time, this technique was known as "The Cher Effect".
@@bobrob2004 And the longest gap between any number ones too (34 years between 1965's "I Got You Babe" and 1999's "Believe"), which is a way cooler record IMO.
They didn't use Auto-tune because she needed it, they used it to add a robotic effect during the verses. As a novelty. But it's been totally overused since then by other artists.
@@Tessmage_Tessera Which is why the original poster said they used Auto-Tune for effects and she didn't need it. I guess you missed that part, or you're being a bit of a Captain Obvious there.
Wrong they said and she agreed and said in a interview that she needed to sing parts better but she couldn't and whike she was away her manaher tweaked the music with autotune and she loved it
Now you need to check out Adam Lambert singing this song as a tribute to her at the Kennedy center honors, his version is incredible, and it made her cry. He slowed it down, making you focus on the lyrics, and with his amazing vocals, it is a must listen to, after this version. You won't be disappointed.
This was the first chart song to use autotune. I thought it was so cool back then. Now people abuse it way too much. "Believe" was the #1 song of 1999, but only because "Smooth" by Santana feat. Rob Thomas split its chart run from 1999 - 2000.
@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee Yep, I was just thinking the same thing. This is the first song to make it noticeable. It's the effect you get when you straighten the lines between notes, so it's a straight vertical line.
It wasn't the 1st song that used auto tune but it was the 1st to set it to do that too the voice, it was done by accident in the studio but she had them keep it on the track
Cher has been nominated twice for an Academy Award, and won for Moonstruck. She is an amazing actress, picking her roles very carefully. I love her in Mama Mia 2. Lol She has been nominated for 2 BAFTAs - (the UK's version of the Academy Awards) She has been nominated for numerous Emmy Awards, and won an Emmy for her variety show. She's won 3 Golden Globes She's won a Grammy All she needs is a Tony to complete her EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) Also - - not only is Cher a huge supported of the LBGT+ community, she is hilarious. She once called into CSPAN to ask a question, and the anchor knew who she was immediately because of her distinct voice. She'll often call Anderson Cooper (the CNN anchor) after a story about some natural disaster, and ask him how she can send money to the people affected by the disaster. She's done this with Hurricane Katrina and the 2010 earthquake in Haiti. She is amazing.
Now listen to Adam Lambert's version of this song when he is performing at The Kennedy Center Honors. Cher was receiving the award. Cher is simply amazing! In the 70's all of us wanted to look like her, dress like her, heck, BE her. Here's a great stat involving Cher..... she is the only artist to have a number-one single on a Billboard chart in each of past six decades. Plus, she has a Golden Globe for "Silkwood" and an Oscar for best actress in "Moonstruck". One of my favorite movies (I've seen it 20-30 times). She is a force!!!
Cher was the first (only?) artist to have hits in 6 decades. 60s - 'I Got You Babe', 70s - 'Gypsies, Tramps & Thieves', 'Half Breed', 'Dark Lady' and 'All I Ever Need Is You', 80s - 'After All' and 'If I Could Turn Back Time', 90s - 'Believe', 'Strong Enough' and 'All or Nothing', 2000s - 'A Different Kind of Love Song' and 'When The Money's Gone', 2010s - 'You Haven't Seen The Last Of Me'
Cher is so gorgeous that even when plained down for “Moonstruck”, her full beauty came through. I think that you need to watch it to get the scope of her talent. She is a brilliant actress. It’s also a great excuse to enjoy Olympia Dukakis too. 😁
Cher is a multi talented entertainer. She won an Oscar and was nominated more than once. She’s won Emmys for her Television Shows and uses her voice supremely
I was born in the mid 70s and first knew of Cher as an actress. When “If I could turn back time” was big on the radio, I mentioned to my mom that it was Cher, the actress, and wasn’t it amazing how well she can sing… lol
Cher just did a cover of 'Thank You For Being A Friend' in memory of Betty White. It's exquisite and you feel all the feels 😇 P.S. My favorite movie of all time is Moonstruck, starring Cher :)
@@BillGraper oh yes....I love those all as well. I have been lucky and seen her twice in the last 10 years. But wasn’t able to in the 80s. Heartbroken about that. But, at least there’s TH-cam 😃
When Cher was honored at the Kennedy Center Adam Lambert did this song his way Chers response made me smile and cry it was so beautiful!!!! It’s a must see!!
Only Cher can reinvent herself so completely in her 50's!!!! She has been preforming since the 60's!!!! She is the oldest to ever have a #1 hit song!!! Disco/dance music!!!! AMAZING!!! Her shows were awesome!!!!
I love Cher. She's been in so many movies. My favs are Mask, Silkwood, Suspect, Moonstruck and Burlesque. There are so many more. She is a Legend in everything she does! From singing to acting, she is awesome!
Don't forget Mermaids w/ Winona Ryder & a young Christina Ricci & The Witches of Eastwick w/ Michelle Phifer, Susan Sarandon & Jack Nicholson as the devil.
Back when this song was on the charts, I had a dialogue with 2 women about this song in a bar. They were both in their early 20s. One said that she loved the song. The other agreed and said that Cher's voice was awesome. When they looked at me, I said, "Oh, I like the song, but she's should have stayed with Sonny." They both asked me, "Who?" It was at that moment I knew I was getting older.
Yes yes yes! I came on here to suggest this. He changes it from a dance song to a ballad. It is so good! Here is Adam's link th-cam.com/video/5PzQHZLiUPs/w-d-xo.html
Cher is the bomb. She proved herself as a serious actor in Silkwood and again on Mask. She excels at everything she sets her mind too. And her beauty is incomparable
You now should watch Adam Lambert sing Believe to Cher at The Kennedy Center Honors. I just saw an interview with her and she said he sang it better than she ever could have. His version of Believe changes the way you view the song. With Cher it's fun and dance. With Adam it's reflective of a break-up and heartbreak. It's incredible!❤️❤️❤️
Cher is one of the most unique talents out there. Auto-tune was introduced, from what I've heard, with this song. That said, when you think of Cher, she is in a category ALL BY HERSELF!
Just a couple of movie titles with Cher in them: Susan Sarandon , Michelle Pfeiffer , Jack Nicholson and Cher were in a comedy together called The Witches of Eastwick She was in a drama called Silkwood
My wife and I saw Cher live in concert about 10 years ago. At age 65 she still had an unbelievable stage presence and voice. Cher is one of the longest lasting icons of American music. And a great actress also. Her fashion statements are great too!
Cher is the only person male or female to have a #1 hit in 6 consecutive decades. Barbra Streisand is the only person male or female to have #1 albums in 6 consecutive decades. They also have both won Oscars for best actress and a gazillion other awards including the Kennedy Center Honors. National treasures and still going at 76 and 80. More Barbra please. One of her best at the 2001 Emmy Awards after 9/11. Spectacular!
I love Cher! Great song, but give a listen to Adam Lambert's version that he sang for her at Kennedy Center. It brought her to tears, it was so beautifully sung.
Adam Lambert doing this at the Kennedy Honours for Cher is a must. He slowed it right down, Cher gave him a standing ovation.His voice is unbelievable.
My girl Cher. Her concert when she was in her 50s was extraordinary. All the female artists you grew up with and even Madonna who was ground breaking in her own right , owe a huge amount to this icon. I loved her in the 70s, the eighties, the 90s and beyond. Her transition to club dance changed everything. She pretty much started the club dance scene. Love it. Canadian Grandma Lori. C.
I'm a man of a particular age and I want to say that I have been a Fan of Cher's since I was 5 years old when she had a song called " You better sit-down kids" My parents were divorcing, and I fell in love with this song and Cher, I would take the 45 single to the bath with me and to bed. Since then, she has wowed me with her voice and talent beyond anyone else. She has a library of songs throughout the last 6 decades that would fill a reaction video for years to come, also she has done duets with some of the most iconic people in music history. Tina Turner, David Bowie, Meatloaf, Chrissie Hyndes (The pretenders) Peter Cetera lead singer of "Chicago" you can react to Cher with many other icons forever and never run out of Songs Cher is AMAZING as a singer, Actress, And Television Star and Fashion Icon unmatched by anyone Please react to more Cher in all these categories
She's a lady who is strong and beautiful and voice withstands the test of time. Another is Take Me Home both from the 90s. I also love Sonny and Cher Baby Don't Go.
As others have recommended, react to the Kennedy Honors center version by Adam Lambert. He is one of our greatest male voices. He was on AMERICAN IDOL and blew all the other contestants away. How impressive was he? Queen heard about him and played with him on the show, then hired him to take over for Freddie Mercury. That should get your attention.
Amazing Icon Cher . So many hits ,decades of music. At age 75 she can still belt it out.I believe she was 53 not sure it was 1999. This came out on her 22 album .
Cher is legendary, she also an amazing actress. Her movie "Mask" is one of my favorites, the "The Witches of Eastwick ". I guess I relate to her movie "Mask" so much because I also have a handicapped child.
Cher is SOOO multi-talented. She also won an Academy Award for her role in the movie Moonstruck. Adam Lambert did a tribute to Cher at the Kennedy Center Honors and sang a completely different version of this song Believe. You should check it out. It brought Cher to tears .
Cher!! Now we talkin’ my era! 🎸❤️❤️ Also check out Adam Lambert’s version at the Kennedy Center honors where he sang it to Cher. A very different, slower, emotional version.
@@bilateralmind @Marja Moyer I got to see him sing live 8 months after the Kennedy Center Honors, on tour with Queen. The concert was over 2 hours & Adam never hit a wrong note, was never off key, belted out the rockers & tenderly sang the ballads. His voice is so pure. I went to a lot of shows back in the 70's, saw everyone from Zeppelin to Elvis (even saw Cher with Sonny). Adam was every bit as enjoyable (& I've been a Queen fan since the release of their first album in 1973). I was thrilled to be seeing Brian May & Roger Taylor in person & you could see their rapport with Adam. A sold out arena, people of all ages, singing along to favorites, fun & really emotional at times (especially when honoring Freddie). Anyone who walks in with reservations about Adam walk out exhilarated & singing his praises. He's truly an amazing talent. I wish everyone could hear him live. But for those who haven't, his performance for Cher is a good indicator of how good he really is. 💙☮💙
You should check out when Adam Lambert sung this to Cher when she was honored at the Kennedy Center. He made her cry and got a standing ovation from her and the audience. It will make you want to tear up too. Also Cyndi Lauper, a close friend of Cher, honored her by singing "If I could turn back time".
One of my favorite Cher songs is her least personal favorite "Jesse James"...her voice is so powerful in it. I really love the lyrics. If you find yourself going to check out Adam Lambert, he has been singing in Queen for a few years now. Find his version of Queen's "Who Wants to Live Forever"...it cuts so deep and is hauntingly beautiful. Adam really did Freddy justice making such a beautiful tribute to an amazing voice.
After I watched this I went and looked for the video for Jesse James because it's a favorite of mine as well. I think they would really enjoy that one! A lot of people were saying that the reason she doesn't really care for it is that it's so wordy you don't really have time to take a breath but she always sings it flawlessly anyway. Definitely my favorite Cher song also
You have to hear Adam Lambert's cover of this song. Incredible! Actually, Cher liked it so much that she asked him to record it. He did. He's so underrated!
Cher is a goddess. You have to do Adam Lambert's rendition of Cher's Believe for her Kennedy Center Honors tribute to Cher. He does a stripped down version that gives you chills everywhere. It's truly amazing. He made Cher cry on the spot with his tribute. Can't recommend enough. And even if you don't make a reaction video... just watch it for yourselves.
Whereas this version makes you want to get up and dance, you need to hear Adam Lambert's version he sang live in front of Cher. Complete reinterpretation that will make your heart and soul ache.
OMG please react to Adam Lambert's version of Believe....he sang her song to her when Cher was honored at the Kennedy's Center Honors ....she was up in the balcony literally crying when he sang his version of (Believe) to her. I high Recommend it...you two would absolutely love it.
Adam Lambert has Cher in tears for his performance of this song at the Kennedy Center Honors. You should have a good listen, it's just a complete reimagining of the song. Cher is amazing in concert. I've been blessed by seeing her twice live.
Cher is one of the few popular singers whose voice actually improved after she was going into her 40s. Tina Turner is another. Dolly Parton is another. They all developed a richer more rounded tone. So great to see you do reactions on all three of these ladies but their early performances are just the starters. There's something very exciting about a mature lady coming into full bloom and commanding that star power. As some others have already mentioned "Moonstruck" is an incredible movie for which she won a Best Actress Oscar, and was acknowledged by the American Film Institute as the eighth best romantic comedy film of all time . She has done a number of really great film performances such as "Mask" "Witches of Eastwick" and "Mermaids". Definitely worth a watch.
My favourite Cher song. The electronic twist on her voice was them sat in the studio looking for that something to take the song up a notch. They found it!
She was honored by the Kennedy Center awards a couple of years ago and other artists performed a couple of her songs. Adam Lambert ( who sings with Queen since he came second on American Idol ) performed this song in a live version that instantly became viral, you really should listen to that version now that you know the original.
Adam Lambert sang this song to Cher in slow jam version in the Kennedy Center Honors 2019. It was so beautiful made Cher cry. Worth watching on TH-cam ❤️
I’m A millennial from Europe. This was a number one hit in Europe for a very long time in late 90 early 20s so many memories , parties and amazing times
Now watch Adam Lambert’s performance at Cher’s induction to the Kennedy Center Honors. A wonderful variation of Cher’s hit and He performed in front of Cher herself.
1:37 The opening for Cher’s song Believe is a sample taken from Electric Light Orchestra/ELO’s 1981 TIME album opening instrumental called prologue!💜It was the first ELO concert I saw and it was the best🤗
Y’all should watch Mask or Moonstruck. She got an Oscar for one but deserved one for both. Also, react to Adam Lambert’s version of Believe, he did it at Cher’s induction to the Kennedy Center Honors. Also- Kelly Clarkson’s The Dance, when Garth Brooks was inducted. Thank you both for the smiles & positivity you share.
I love Cher. She's got such a distinct, rich voice. You must listen to her version of 'Walking in Memphis', which she did as a tribute to Elvis. Watch the official video where she actually dresses up like Elvis, it's great 😍
Cher is legendary! She broke records when this song came out -- at 52 she was the oldest woman to have a number one hit. Much love.
She is Awesome.with hits when she was 20, 30, 40, 50, 60.
I remember when this came out...Loved it instantly! Love her! Love me some Cher.... LEGENDARY ♥️🙂🔥
Grace Slick was the oldest woman with a #1 hit until this song hit the charts. She held that title for 12 years.
@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee Vera Lynn never had a number one single on the Billboard Hot 100.
@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee Billboard called it the Hit Parade back in Vera's day.
Cher intended for this to be a ballad, but they said people don't want a ballad so turned it into a dance track. At the Kennedy awards, Adam Lambert honored her by singing this as a slow soft ballad and Cher was literally brought to tears by it. You should check it out, it's stunning.
I agree about Adam Lambert he sounds incredible , i do love Cher singing this as well.
Think I would have liked it as a ballad instead
@@kpowers It wouldn't be nearly as iconic as a ballad.
@@theshadowfax239 We'll never know
That's completely untrue. I'm born in 84. If you're born in 81 you would would know well enough that is false. The entire album was a dance album. Also, the sound was completely original at the time it was released. The production is too well put-together to have been decided as a change. Also, Cher is not even credited as a writer. She was pretended with the track in a demo.
Fun Fact: This was the #1 song of the year on the Billboard Hot 100 chart ... pretty freaking awesome for a 52-year-old female solo vocalist.
You can thank Cher and her producers for first introducing the world to auto-tune as an effect rather than just a way to improve a singers pitch! And, she was 52 when this song came out in 1999 and reached number one on the charts - she was the oldest female artist to perform this feat. And she's won an Oscar, an Emmy, and of course Grammy's - and, she was the first female performer to EVER show her belly-button on national TV and it was a HUGE deal at the time. She's also been a Barbie doll!! She is a true icon!
That song was made for clubbing I believe it came out in like 1998 and she was in her early 50s when she did this whole kind of rave clubbing song and it was all for dancing… it was like her 4th comeback album…girl can reinvent herself every q0 years like nobody’s business! And Adams version he sang to her at the Kennedy center honors is a must like everyone says…in fact y’all would love all the kco shows!
*KCH. Kennedy Center Honors.
Just AMAZING!!
It's 1998; isn't that in fact right when Britney Spears hit the scene?
it's hard to believe this song came out 23 yrs ago....I didnt think it was that long ago but I guess it was....I just remember dancing my butt off on the dance flooe whenever the DJ played it...good ole days!!
@@BensSoZen When Brit was like sixteen or seventeen, right?
Cher was absolutely amazing in concert. You don’t realize how many hits she has. It’s crazy!
By the way, I think this was the first single where autotune was featured on purpose as part of the arrangement.
I saw her and Sonny very early on, I would have loved to see her more recent shows. I'm sure it WAS amazing!
I saw her in concert December 2019 before the world shutdown. So glad I did she was amazing!
I was lucky enough to see her and Sonny fairly early on (yeah I'm OLD!) but also 3 times during her last tour. She still has it for sure! I also have a framed autographed album of Sonny/Cher and a few other mementos. She's been my idol since I was a little kid watching the Sonny/Cher show.
We went to at least 10 of her farewell tour concerts from California to Vegas, Texas , AZ etc. She was totally amazing in concert
Finally, you are doing this song and getting to hear a more modern sound of Cher. Believe" departed from Cher's pop rock style of the time, adopting an upbeat dance-pop style. It featured a pioneering use of the audio processing software Auto-Tune to distort Cher's vocals, which was widely imitated and became known as the "Cher effect". This being one of the times the software was used to create and interesting techno sound instead of trying to improve someone's voice, which Cher doesn't need. The lyrics describe empowerment and self-sufficiency after a painful breakup. This topped the charts an became a staple at clubs as one of the most popular dance songs. Cher is head and shoulders above the rest as a true legend and one of the most unique voices around. You should do her song "I FOUND SOMEONE" and her duet with Peter Cetera, "AFTER ALL".
I think the "Cher Effect" was done post recoding and with a keyboard. It was revolutionary!
@@Brianwright808 No they actually did use Auto-Tune. Look it up.
One of only 2 songs I like that use auto-tune. Most tunes are not improved with it.
@@rmacdougallaliasdogviticus What's the other one?
@@davidrosoff3228 Ally & AJ - Potential Breakup Song
I agree that Cher's voice is top notch and very recognisable. No one sounds like her! She is outstanding 👏
Exactly. Only requires one name...Cher. Always found her to be amazing. From beginning to now. Long live Cher!!
Agree
"If I Could Turn Back Time" is another great one, plus many of her older hits like "Half-Breed". She proved her acting talent in the movies Moonstruck (won an Oscar), Mask (my favorite), and The Witches of Eastwick. She's still rockin' it at age 75!
Wasn't she also in a movie with Christina Aguilera?
If I could turn back time. Great video on that Battle Ship. Just wonderful.
@@sherriejefferys5255 I believe that's burlesque?
I was just getting ready to type my own post...DEFINITELY go and watch "Mask" and "The Witches of Eastwick!" LOVE Cher in those movies.
@Scott Mutual she was fab in those movies.i liked her in mermaids as well.
Cher definitely has a unique voice. While there are other talented women with strong lower registers (Karen Carpenter, Anne Murray, and Tina Turner all come to mind), Cher has a wonderfully distinct quality to her tone that no one else sounds like.
Interesting fact about this song: When it reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1999, Cher was 53 years old. This made her the oldest woman ever to top that chart, a record she holds to this day. The previous record was held by Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane/Starship, who was 47 when "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now", a song you previously reacted to, reached #1 (in fact, she had beaten her own record, since she was 45 when "We Built This City" topped the charts in 1985).
As others have mentioned, "Believe" was the first major hit to make liberal use of AutoTune as a deliberate voice effect rather than a means of correcting pitch. In fact, for a long time, this technique was known as "The Cher Effect".
And Cher's last #1 hit was Dark Lady in 1974, 25 years prior. I think she also holds the record for longest gap between #1 hits.
Autotune? I always thought it was a vocoder?
@@nalk20 Nope, it's AutoTune. If you crank AutoTune up to full, you get an effect similar to a vocoder.
@@bobrob2004 And the longest gap between any number ones too (34 years between 1965's "I Got You Babe" and 1999's "Believe"), which is a way cooler record IMO.
@@robdaviesprogm You also get pretty much every song in the charts these days!
Cher, is a legend! This was one the first songs to use auto-tune for effects. She does not need it, she has a powerful, beautiful voice.
They didn't use Auto-tune because she needed it, they used it to add a robotic effect during the verses. As a novelty. But it's been totally overused since then by other artists.
@@Tessmage_Tessera Which is why the original poster said they used Auto-Tune for effects and she didn't need it.
I guess you missed that part, or you're being a bit of a Captain Obvious there.
@@theshadowfax239 Or maybe you didn't realize that I was agreeing with the OP. 🤡
Wrong they said and she agreed and said in a interview that she needed to sing parts better but she couldn't and whike she was away her manaher tweaked the music with autotune and she loved it
Peter Frampton used it two decades earlier.
Now you need to check out Adam Lambert singing this song as a tribute to her at the Kennedy center honors, his version is incredible, and it made her cry. He slowed it down, making you focus on the lyrics, and with his amazing vocals, it is a must listen to, after this version. You won't be disappointed.
This was the first chart song to use autotune. I thought it was so cool back then. Now people abuse it way too much. "Believe" was the #1 song of 1999, but only because "Smooth" by Santana feat. Rob Thomas split its chart run from 1999 - 2000.
@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee Yep, I was just thinking the same thing. This is the first song to make it noticeable. It's the effect you get when you straighten the lines between notes, so it's a straight vertical line.
It wasn't the 1st song that used auto tune but it was the 1st to set it to do that too the voice, it was done by accident in the studio but she had them keep it on the track
Here's a short documentary about AutoTune th-cam.com/video/05hTQC1CZko/w-d-xo.html
@@ZoneXV "Only God Knows Why" came out in 2000 in the USA. That song used it a lot heavier than "Believe."
Cher said the producers told her to take the auto-tune out but she refused; saying it was the best part of the song!
Cher has been nominated twice for an Academy Award, and won for Moonstruck. She is an amazing actress, picking her roles very carefully. I love her in Mama Mia 2. Lol
She has been nominated for 2 BAFTAs - (the UK's version of the Academy Awards)
She has been nominated for numerous Emmy Awards, and won an Emmy for her variety show.
She's won 3 Golden Globes
She's won a Grammy
All she needs is a Tony to complete her EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony)
Also - - not only is Cher a huge supported of the LBGT+ community, she is hilarious. She once called into CSPAN to ask a question, and the anchor knew who she was immediately because of her distinct voice. She'll often call Anderson Cooper (the CNN anchor) after a story about some natural disaster, and ask him how she can send money to the people affected by the disaster. She's done this with Hurricane Katrina and the 2010 earthquake in Haiti.
She is amazing.
Guys, I freaking love the energy of this entire reaction. Saying all these compliments, being so positive.. you guys are lovely!🥰 thank you
Now listen to Adam Lambert's version of this song when he is performing at The Kennedy Center Honors. Cher was receiving the award. Cher is simply amazing! In the 70's all of us wanted to look like her, dress like her, heck, BE her. Here's a great stat involving Cher..... she is the only artist to have a number-one single on a Billboard chart in each of past six decades. Plus, she has a Golden Globe for "Silkwood" and an Oscar for best actress in "Moonstruck". One of my favorite movies (I've seen it 20-30 times). She is a force!!!
Cher was the first (only?) artist to have hits in 6 decades.
60s - 'I Got You Babe',
70s - 'Gypsies, Tramps & Thieves', 'Half Breed', 'Dark Lady' and 'All I Ever Need Is You',
80s - 'After All' and 'If I Could Turn Back Time',
90s - 'Believe', 'Strong Enough' and 'All or Nothing',
2000s - 'A Different Kind of Love Song' and 'When The Money's Gone',
2010s - 'You Haven't Seen The Last Of Me'
I think Kenny Rogers too
@@gordongraves4614 And Cliff Richard here in the UK
Dolly Parton as well.
Elvis?
Cher has not charted on the Billboard Hot 100 since 2001.
Cher is so gorgeous that even when plained down for “Moonstruck”, her full beauty came through. I think that you need to watch it to get the scope of her talent. She is a brilliant actress.
It’s also a great excuse to enjoy Olympia Dukakis too. 😁
She was only 55 then,now she's 75 and looks was different.
Moonstruck is one of my favorite movies. The whole cast was great, Nicolas Cage too.
Moonstruck is a perfect movie in every way.
Personally I think she was "plained down" more for Silkwood but still looked amazing.
Cher is a multi talented entertainer. She won an Oscar and was nominated more than once. She’s won Emmys for her Television Shows and uses her voice supremely
I was born in the mid 70s and first knew of Cher as an actress. When “If I could turn back time” was big on the radio, I mentioned to my mom that it was Cher, the actress, and wasn’t it amazing how well she can sing… lol
Cher just did a cover of 'Thank You For Being A Friend' in memory of Betty White. It's exquisite and you feel all the feels 😇
P.S. My favorite movie of all time is Moonstruck, starring Cher :)
That tribute broke my heart. I was in tears watching that after her passing.
Moonstruck and the mask
I saw that; it is fabulous!
Mine too…and Mask.
Cher in the 80s: “If I could turn back time”. Fun song!
Also, "Just Like Jesse James," "I Found Someone" and "Afterall" with Peter Cetera. :)
@@BillGraper oh yes....I love those all as well. I have been lucky and seen her twice in the last 10 years. But wasn’t able to in the 80s. Heartbroken about that. But, at least there’s TH-cam 😃
Speaking of which, Tyrone Davis' If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time is worth reacting to.
When Cher was honored at the Kennedy Center Adam Lambert did this song his way Chers response made me smile and cry it was so beautiful!!!! It’s a must see!!
Only Cher can reinvent herself so completely in her 50's!!!! She has been preforming since the 60's!!!! She is the oldest to ever have a #1 hit song!!! Disco/dance music!!!! AMAZING!!! Her shows were awesome!!!!
Oldest female.
I love Cher. She's been in so many movies. My favs are Mask, Silkwood, Suspect, Moonstruck and Burlesque. There are so many more. She is a Legend in everything she does! From singing to acting, she is awesome!
Didn't she win an Oscar for her performance in Moonstruck? Mask and Silkwood are my favorite Cher movies.
@@wandawoman4847 She did win the Oscar for Moonstruck, and a Golden Globe for supporting actress for Silkwood.
@@wandawoman4847 Yes and I agree with your favs!
Don't forget Mermaids w/ Winona Ryder & a young Christina Ricci & The Witches of Eastwick w/ Michelle Phifer, Susan Sarandon & Jack Nicholson as the devil.
Back when this song was on the charts, I had a dialogue with 2 women about this song in a bar.
They were both in their early 20s. One said that she loved the song. The other agreed and said that Cher's voice was awesome. When they looked at me, I said, "Oh, I like the song, but she's should have stayed with Sonny."
They both asked me, "Who?" It was at that moment I knew I was getting older.
Ha!
I loved them together too!,,
😂😂I’m right there with you I loved their show !
RIP Sonny
🤣😂 I've had moments like that when my age sneaks up and smacks me in the face, lol!
Adam Lambert's rendition of Believe to Cher was excellent...
I’m just going on 60 I remember the Sonny & Cher show
One of my favorite songs was half breed
Liked her since I was 8yrs old 1971
NOW you NEED to listen to Adam Lambert's version of it. He sang it in front of Cher at the 41st Kennedy Center Honors. AMAZING!!
Absolutely. Better in my opinion.
Lambert’s version is a knock of, and it shows.
I love Cher but Adams version is better.
Yes yes yes! I came on here to suggest this. He changes it from a dance song to a ballad. It is so good!
Here is Adam's link
th-cam.com/video/5PzQHZLiUPs/w-d-xo.html
Haha hahahaha no
Cher is the bomb. She proved herself as a serious actor in Silkwood and again on Mask. She excels at everything she sets her mind too. And her beauty is incomparable
And Moonstruck where she won her Oscar.
You now should watch Adam Lambert sing Believe to Cher at The Kennedy Center Honors. I just saw an interview with her and she said he sang it better than she ever could have. His version of Believe changes the way you view the song. With Cher it's fun and dance. With Adam it's reflective of a break-up and heartbreak. It's incredible!❤️❤️❤️
Cher is one of the most unique talents out there. Auto-tune was introduced, from what I've heard, with this song. That said, when you think of Cher, she is in a category ALL BY HERSELF!
This song blew me away! First time I heard it I immediately went and bought the album! She was amazing in the movie Mask!!
YES!!! I had forgotten that.
You should see her in the movie Moonstruck. She won the academy award for best actress. She is an amazing actress!
Cher is the ultimate diva
Her voice is iconic. Deep and sultry. A siren song.
Just a couple of movie titles with Cher in them:
Susan Sarandon , Michelle Pfeiffer , Jack Nicholson and Cher were in a comedy together called The Witches of Eastwick
She was in a drama called Silkwood
Mask was a Heartbreakers and all those others were faces of mjne
Faves
🔥🔥🔥 love Cher!! A true icon. Now you MUST check out Adam Lambert with his tribute of this at Cher's Kennedy Center Honors ceremony.
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The "Believe" album is a total vibe. The production values are top notch. Truly a work of passion
Adam Lambert did a really fantastic version of this song on the Kennedy Center Honors honoring Cher
If you want to see Cher’s acting abilities, watch Moonstruck!
...or Silkwood.
Mermaids.....
…or Mask
And check out her wardrobe choice for Oscars. HOT🔥🔥
@@CJBW Yeah, Silkwood and Mask are her best.
My wife and I saw Cher live in concert about 10 years ago. At age 65 she still had an unbelievable stage presence and voice.
Cher is one of the longest lasting icons of American music. And a great actress also. Her fashion statements are great too!
Academy Award Winner, Cher!
Cher is the only person male or female to have a #1 hit in 6 consecutive decades. Barbra Streisand is the only person male or female to have #1 albums in 6 consecutive decades. They also have both won Oscars for best actress and a gazillion other awards including the Kennedy Center Honors. National treasures and still going at 76 and 80. More Barbra please. One of her best at the 2001 Emmy Awards after 9/11. Spectacular!
Now you need to watch Adam Lambert's rendition in honour of Cher at the Kennedy Centre, amazing. She was crying it was that beautiful.
I love Cher! Great song, but give a listen to Adam Lambert's version that he sang for her at Kennedy Center. It brought her to tears, it was so beautifully sung.
This is a must !!
It brought me to tears! I love Adam’s voice.
Agreed!
Definitely have to hear Adam sing it, ❤️❤️
Yes! His performance was amazing!!!
Adam Lambert doing this at the Kennedy Honours for Cher is a must. He slowed it right down, Cher gave him a standing ovation.His voice is unbelievable.
Adam Lambert did a cover of this song at The Kennedy Center Honors when Cher was honored a couple years ago! It brought Cher to tears!
My girl Cher. Her concert when she was in her 50s was extraordinary. All the female artists you grew up with and even Madonna who was ground breaking in her own right , owe a huge amount to this icon. I loved her in the 70s, the eighties, the 90s and beyond. Her transition to club dance changed everything. She pretty much started the club dance scene. Love it. Canadian Grandma Lori. C.
I'm a man of a particular age and I want to say that I have been a Fan of Cher's since I was 5 years old when she had a song called
" You better sit-down kids" My parents were divorcing, and I fell in love with this song and Cher, I would take the 45 single to the bath with me and to bed. Since then, she has wowed me with her voice and talent beyond anyone else. She has a library of songs throughout the last 6 decades that would fill a reaction video for years to come, also she has done duets with some of the most iconic people in music history. Tina Turner, David Bowie, Meatloaf, Chrissie Hyndes (The pretenders) Peter Cetera lead singer of "Chicago" you can react to Cher with many other icons forever and never run out of Songs Cher is AMAZING as a singer, Actress, And Television Star and Fashion Icon unmatched by anyone Please react to more Cher in all these categories
YES! She definitely deserves her very own playlist on any reactor's channel!
Cher has had a number one hit in every decade since the 1960s.
She's a lady who is strong and beautiful and voice withstands the test of time. Another is Take Me Home both from the 90s. I also love Sonny and Cher Baby Don't Go.
As others have recommended, react to the Kennedy Honors center version by Adam Lambert. He is one of our greatest male voices. He was on AMERICAN IDOL and blew all the other contestants away. How impressive was he? Queen heard about him and played with him on the show, then hired him to take over for Freddie Mercury. That should get your attention.
Amazing Icon Cher . So many hits ,decades of music. At age 75 she can still belt it out.I believe she was 53 not sure it was 1999. This came out on her 22 album .
Cher is legendary, she also an amazing actress. Her movie "Mask" is one of my favorites, the "The Witches of Eastwick ". I guess I relate to her movie "Mask" so much because I also have a handicapped child.
Cher is SOOO multi-talented. She also won an Academy Award for her role in the movie Moonstruck. Adam Lambert did a tribute to Cher at the Kennedy Center Honors and sang a completely different version of this song Believe. You should check it out. It brought Cher to tears .
Adam Lambert performs this in front of Cher when she was honoured at the Kennedy Centre. It his a truly phenomenal performance! ❤️
Cher!! Now we talkin’ my era! 🎸❤️❤️ Also check out Adam Lambert’s version at the Kennedy Center honors where he sang it to Cher. A very different, slower, emotional version.
Gotta hear Adam Lambert sing this, honoring Cher at the Kennedy Center Honors. I get goosebumps just thinking about it!💙☮💙
It’s a thing of beauty and you could tell Cher was moved.
YES!! Exactly what I was about to suggest. When he started I didn't think I was going to like it, but WOW!
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I got to see him sing live 8 months after the Kennedy Center Honors, on tour with Queen. The concert was over 2 hours & Adam never hit a wrong note, was never off key, belted out the rockers & tenderly sang the ballads. His voice is so pure.
I went to a lot of shows back in the 70's, saw everyone from Zeppelin to Elvis (even saw Cher with Sonny). Adam was every bit as enjoyable (& I've been a Queen fan since the release of their first album in 1973). I was thrilled to be seeing Brian May & Roger Taylor in person & you could see their rapport with Adam. A sold out arena, people of all ages, singing along to favorites, fun & really emotional at times (especially when honoring Freddie).
Anyone who walks in with reservations about Adam walk out exhilarated & singing his praises. He's truly an amazing talent. I wish everyone could hear him live. But for those who haven't, his performance for Cher is a good indicator of how good he really is.
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Cher has been the IT for 6 decades. She’s an icon.
I also loved Adam Lambert's tribute to this song he has an awesome voice and also is great with Queen as the front man amazing.
And she ‘s in her 50’s here!
You should check out when Adam Lambert sung this to Cher when she was honored at the Kennedy Center. He made her cry and got a standing ovation from her and the audience. It will make you want to tear up too. Also Cyndi Lauper, a close friend of Cher, honored her by singing "If I could turn back time".
If you want to hear an unbelievable version of this song try Adam Lambert at the Kenedy Center Honors. It even made Cher cry.
She's still great at 75years
Oh yeah!! Cher is a legend and this is a legendary song! Thank you!!!
Great song. Cher is awesome.
Female Friday needs to hear
At Last by Etta James!!!! You will love it Amber. 🙏🙏💖
Etta James at last is a must...she is a diva with a naturally beautiful and haunting voice!!!
This was totally a dance song/club song when it came out. I like Cher but Adam Lambert’s version of this made me cry.
Now listen to Adam Lambert's version at 41st Kennedy Center Honors. Incredible. And Cher's reaction is priceless. Thanks
One of my favorite Cher songs is her least personal favorite "Jesse James"...her voice is so powerful in it. I really love the lyrics. If you find yourself going to check out Adam Lambert, he has been singing in Queen for a few years now. Find his version of Queen's "Who Wants to Live Forever"...it cuts so deep and is hauntingly beautiful. Adam really did Freddy justice making such a beautiful tribute to an amazing voice.
After I watched this I went and looked for the video for Jesse James because it's a favorite of mine as well. I think they would really enjoy that one! A lot of people were saying that the reason she doesn't really care for it is that it's so wordy you don't really have time to take a breath but she always sings it flawlessly anyway. Definitely my favorite Cher song also
Was gonna say. Jesse James my fav also 😃
I thought she was cursing in Jesse James, when she says drivin women folk wild. I thought she said drivin women fu$%*n wild lol
Jesse James is one my favorites as well 🥰
Same
J/Amber, Legend. Icon. Diva. Her "I Found Someone" and "The Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss)" are next for you!!
My daughter had the shoop shoop song at her wedding after the vows
You have to hear Adam Lambert's cover of this song. Incredible!
Actually, Cher liked it so much that she asked him to record it.
He did. He's so underrated!
Cher is a goddess. You have to do Adam Lambert's rendition of Cher's Believe for her Kennedy Center Honors tribute to Cher. He does a stripped down version that gives you chills everywhere. It's truly amazing. He made Cher cry on the spot with his tribute. Can't recommend enough. And even if you don't make a reaction video... just watch it for yourselves.
Whereas this version makes you want to get up and dance, you need to hear Adam Lambert's version he sang live in front of Cher. Complete reinterpretation that will make your heart and soul ache.
An iconic performer, a tremendous actress, with longevity… Hope you continue to react to Cher!!!
If you want to be amazed by singing abilities watch Adam Lambert singing this song honoring Cher.
OMG please react to Adam Lambert's version of Believe....he sang her song to her when Cher was honored at the Kennedy's Center Honors ....she was up in the balcony literally crying when he sang his version of (Believe) to her.
I high Recommend it...you two would absolutely love it.
Cher has so many fabulous songs. You can seriously loose all track of time when her music is on.
This got heavy play in the dance clubs in the late 90s. She was around 54 at the time.
There’s a reason this song was number 1 around the world 🌎 ❤️
Cher is the best. She is an extraordinarily singer, a great actor, and a fashion icon. Love her
If you are thinking of trying a Cher movie, try Moonstruck. It’s wonderful.
It was great and so was her role in Silkwood. Nominated for an Oscar best supporting actress and won a Golden Globe for it.
@@jeffmorse645 snap out of it!
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You should listen to Adam Lambert sing this as a tribute to Cher. Omg it's amazing!
She took it back to Disco. That whole album is Great. 2-12-2022
Adam Lambert has Cher in tears for his performance of this song at the Kennedy Center Honors. You should have a good listen, it's just a complete reimagining of the song. Cher is amazing in concert. I've been blessed by seeing her twice live.
This was the first use of autotune in a major song.
You should watch Adam Lambert singing this song at the tribute to Cher. It brought her to tears.
Cher was it in the 60's , Cher was it in the 70"s, hell Cher has always been it. Always been beautiful and talented.
Cher has always been a strong woman. Calling the shots since the beginning.
Listening to Cher is gonna take you down a whole new rabbit hole! Awesome song!
Cher is one of the few popular singers whose voice actually improved after she was going into her 40s. Tina Turner is another. Dolly Parton is another. They all developed a richer more rounded tone. So great to see you do reactions on all three of these ladies but their early performances are just the starters. There's something very exciting about a mature lady coming into full bloom and commanding that star power. As some others have already mentioned "Moonstruck" is an incredible movie for which she won a Best Actress Oscar, and was acknowledged by the American Film Institute as the eighth best romantic comedy film of all time . She has done a number of really great film performances such as "Mask" "Witches of Eastwick" and "Mermaids". Definitely worth a watch.
My favourite Cher song. The electronic twist on her voice was them sat in the studio looking for that something to take the song up a notch. They found it!
Adam Lambert did a beautiful slow rendition of this song for Cher when she was honored at the Kennedy Center...He had her in tears...
You have to check out Adam Lambert's incredible cover he sang at the Kennedy's Honors. He made Cher cry. ❤️
She was honored by the Kennedy Center awards a couple of years ago and other artists performed a couple of her songs. Adam Lambert ( who sings with Queen since he came second on American Idol ) performed this song in a live version that instantly became viral, you really should listen to that version now that you know the original.
Adam Lambert sang this song to Cher in slow jam version in the Kennedy Center Honors 2019. It was so beautiful made Cher cry. Worth watching on TH-cam ❤️
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A millennial from Europe. This was a number one hit in Europe for a very long time in late 90 early 20s so many memories , parties and amazing times
Now watch Adam Lambert’s performance at Cher’s induction to the Kennedy Center Honors. A wonderful variation of Cher’s hit and He performed in front of Cher herself.
1:37 The opening for Cher’s song Believe is a sample taken from Electric Light Orchestra/ELO’s 1981 TIME album opening instrumental called prologue!💜It was the first ELO concert I saw and it was the best🤗
Y’all should watch Mask or Moonstruck. She got an Oscar for one but deserved one for both. Also, react to Adam Lambert’s version of Believe, he did it at Cher’s induction to the Kennedy Center Honors. Also- Kelly Clarkson’s The Dance, when Garth Brooks was inducted. Thank you both for the smiles & positivity you share.
Auto tune was orginally called The Cher Effect. This song started it all. It topped the charts globally in 1999.
I love Cher. She's got such a distinct, rich voice. You must listen to her version of 'Walking in Memphis', which she did as a tribute to Elvis. Watch the official video where she actually dresses up like Elvis, it's great 😍