i think the Rihanna comments are mostly because of her look, because Andra Day is singing quite a few levels above what Rihanna is capable of (and that's not a diss to Rihanna).
Mob Add a comma or "but" after "Holiday." Now go listen to a few Billie Holiday songs and imagine her style and vocal runs/riffs + easy vibrato modernized. Pretty sure no one's saying Billie sung hip-hop. 😂
I'm just used to true singers (they sang), those whose vocals are not hidden beneath instrumentation and machine engineering. Thus, I truly appreciate Tiny Desk Concerts for this reason. Many artists do not perform live or a capella because they do not have these skills.
Rise Up allowed me to deal with my pain and joy to be my Mother's caregiver. It sums up the experience for both of us. Aura Day's talent is a gift from God herself... Smiles!!
Her music is so full of heart and emotion, as an adoring listener, I find it impossible to see her giggle so cheerfully at the end of each song while I’m simply trying to catch my breath and mop the floor of my own emotion. Andra Day, you are such a great, great gift.
this was like crawling out of a closed muggy tent and taking a deep breath of fresh air, topped off with a big gulp of cold clean spring water, oh man...:) We need more new music like this!
If andra day ever see this comment. .. I am writing this from muhamma a remote village in Kerala India. Ur voice has reached all the way down my soul.... Bless u 💕
Why comment? Bob wrote it already in his introduction " This is an unforgettable performance, and she's got a talented backing band to boot." That's so true.... I also like the small piano :-)
This is one of my favorite singers to date from Tiny Desk. Very few people sound that good in person versus their studio singles/albums. She's an incredible performer and she's from my city. The band behind her is really solid too.
+Casey Walker Of course, there will never be another Etta, just as there will NEVER be another Nina Simone (a master artist), but she is the closest to a modern day Etta vocally- this generation has. Because, their voices, are similar, this generation will learn/ be introduced to Etta, thru google...lol.
A well disciplined singer. No scandals or bad headlines like other popular singers. I admire Andra Day and I really like her style. Wishing her lots of success. ✌🎹🎻🎼🎥
I so often find myself with a tear watching the TDC series. So much talent I would have never heard of otherwise. Thanks NPR for continuing to push my boundaries.
Me too, for so many reasons: the beautiful music; the fact that I was not aware of many of the artists that I have been introduced to on TDC and I am just so moved by these performances because they are so soulfully intimate and ethereal. I now have an almost perfect writing playlist.
Andra is one of those artists that we wish we had the pleasure to see live down here in South America. Her subtle (yet deep) tone of voice, the chorus, the whole set up. MASTERPIECES. That's what this NPR production does. Thank you from Lima-Peru. This is what the world needs: MORE REAL MUSIC.
I'm loving these tiny concerts. they introduce me to beautiful music. I'm tingling over here ... Audra Day's voice gives me chills and the music is beautiful.
She is - I don't have a word for it. I finally watched "The United States Vs. Billie Holiday" last night and her performance was SO powerful, she is just stellar.
*I am sitting here just shocked..flabbergasted..and still wiping away tears from the Rise Up song. I don't know where this young lady came from..but she is testament that just when you think there are no more incredible singers out there to move your heart & soul..the Universe provides a new one so incredibly wonderful it renews your hope in the world. Thank you Ms. Day for brightening my day..and I look forward to listening to more of your magic. (◕‿-)*
Andra Day , quiero agradecerle a todos ustedes por los temas, me gustaron mucho y los escucho habitualmente, tu timbre de voz, la música y el complemento que se forma...es perfección. Gracias por compartir (desde Concepción Chile)
I cannot for the life of me understand why she hasn't won more awards! Her voice is undeniably exquisite and underrated, I'm glad she's been certified Platinum and Silver though. I cannot wait to hear more of her and see where her career goes.
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i think the Rihanna comments are mostly because of her look, because Andra Day is singing quite a few levels above what Rihanna is capable of (and that's not a diss to Rihanna).
Amen
+Josiah Rhodes true, they look like they could be related but her bars though, wayyyyyy up!
spot on
+Josiah Rhodes nah she definitely has moments where she sounds similar to rihanna but I agree about her being way more talented vocally.
+Josiah Rhodes totally agree. Anyone that's ever heard Rihanna sing live knows this; there's no comparison.
Let's do this incredible woman the honours of not comparing her to anyone. She's a first rate Andra Day and that is the bomb
Andrade Day songs are AWESOME her voice is powerful beautiful...luv luv luv👍
Well said!🌸🌼🔥🌱💥💥💥
Agree 100% .
💜
One of the most sensible opinions I have read in these pages.
Just seen the movie she portrays as Billie Holiday. Spectacular performance
Went straight here after this so mom can hear her voice
👍🏾👍🏾 So true !!!
My mother has an old childhood friend with the same name as you 😱
Her style is Andra Day period, she has her own lane respect it!!!
💯💯💯💯
Mrcancan26, EXACTLY
Please remember to signal.
PERIODT!🗣
She's like Billie Holiday singing neo-soul, tinged with R&B, jazz, and hip hop.
4mydearlady you must've mixed Billie holiday with someone else lmao
Mob Add a comma or "but" after "Holiday." Now go listen to a few Billie Holiday songs and imagine her style and vocal runs/riffs + easy vibrato modernized. Pretty sure no one's saying Billie sung hip-hop. 😂
msalewski87 I mean beyonce doesn't sing country but can sing a country styled song. That was the point.
Someone saw this comment and decided to actually make it real!! Bedt actress for billie's role❤️🖤
Now here in February 2021 she’s playing Billie Holiday
Her vintage style of dress and classic voice is pure magic. Love her!
I'm just used to true singers (they sang), those whose vocals are not hidden beneath instrumentation and machine engineering. Thus, I truly appreciate Tiny Desk Concerts for this reason. Many artists do not perform live or a capella because they do not have these skills.
How dare you... HOW DARE YOU SLAY ME WITH THOSE VOCALS
A vocalist and now a Golden Globe winner! Still one of my favorite NPR Tiny Desk concerts💕
Listening to her sing makes you feel good about being a human being.
well said :)
well said :)
There's only one Andra Day. And here she is in all her glory. Beautiful.
ONLY ONE!!!
Exactly!🗣👏🏾
She is the unicorn! Who has a voice like this without being in a studio! Omgooosh I love her!
Rise Up allowed me to deal with my pain and joy to be my Mother's caregiver. It sums up the experience for both of us. Aura Day's talent is a gift from God herself... Smiles!!
Thank you for for sharing your inspiration. Good luck.
Thank you for sharing that!✨❤️
Andra Day is an exquisite talent with her own style, poised, classy and We are Loving her vibe!
I live for that lime green clip in the front of her bangs!! 😍😍
Love it!
first thing that blew my mind. im outchea tryina steal one from friends, then someone better teach me how to line my eyes like this
She is the only one who can do this! 😊
I thought maybe she forgot to take it out lol but i guess she's just rocking it.
Your Green Clip comment...PRICELESS
Her soul is not hiding here...honesty is so refreshing...her voice thrives....kudos Andra!
Her music is so full of heart and emotion, as an adoring listener, I find it impossible to see her giggle so cheerfully at the end of each song while I’m simply trying to catch my breath and mop the floor of my own emotion. Andra Day, you are such a great, great gift.
this was like crawling out of a closed muggy tent and taking a deep breath of fresh air, topped off with a big gulp of cold clean spring water, oh man...:)
We need more new music like this!
Absolutely.
Indeed. I'm so excited I get to see her perform tomorrow!
nice analogy!
Em Ortiz
Thanks :)
If andra day ever see this comment. .. I am writing this from muhamma a remote village in Kerala India. Ur voice has reached all the way down my soul.... Bless u 💕
Why comment? Bob wrote it already in his introduction " This is an unforgettable performance, and she's got a talented backing band to boot." That's so true.... I also like the small piano :-)
This is one of my favorite singers to date from Tiny Desk. Very few people sound that good in person versus their studio singles/albums. She's an incredible performer and she's from my city. The band behind her is really solid too.
rise up make me cry every time
Same. Just cried listening to it.
Rise up was simply an experience, so beautiful
Modern Day Etta James...Love it. Very Talented. Much success to the sis. Peace
Not vocally but stylistically for sure
+Casey Walker Of course, there will never be another Etta, just as there will NEVER be another Nina Simone (a master artist), but she is the closest to a modern day Etta vocally- this generation has. Because, their voices, are similar, this generation will learn/ be introduced to Etta, thru google...lol.
Fair enough
Her Voice Is An Instrument, Wow
Tears listening to this woman... Goddess.
She’s so unique... creating her own lane and forging her own path. It’s beautiful. She’s beautiful. What a humble talent.
A well disciplined singer. No scandals or bad headlines like other popular singers. I admire Andra Day and I really like her style. Wishing her lots of success. ✌🎹🎻🎼🎥
Please pay the pianist triple!!! He’s playing, singing background and Adlibs!!!
I so often find myself with a tear watching the TDC series. So much talent I would have never heard of otherwise. Thanks NPR for continuing to push my boundaries.
+FesterWerks - 100% agree
Me too, for so many reasons: the beautiful music; the fact that I was not aware of many of the artists that I have been introduced to on TDC and I am just so moved by these performances because they are so soulfully intimate and ethereal. I now have an almost perfect writing playlist.
Same - would never heard of them if it wasn't for NPR.
NPR ROCKS!
Totally agree ❤
The song “Gold” - Whaaattt??? Such a VIBE
A classic voice!!!! She'll be around for a long while
Now this is singing whisper singers!
She, embodied Billie Holiday like nobody business I couldn’t imagine anybody else taking on this role but Andra!
Tiny desk concerts has brought me so much new artist to listen to. The only channel where autoplay is always a good suprise. thank you NPR
Totally agree
Don’t forget the colors show
So agree with you. I've spent hours on NPR autoplay. It's never led me astray.
True that on the autoplay comment!
@@owethuntshangase7129 Very true. If TH-cam only consisted of these, Colors, Vevo Dscvr and BBC 1Extra, I'd still be on it.
I always bawl when I hear rise up! No dry eyes.
Her voice. Her voice. Her voice.
Her voice.
The band is really great, supporting such an amazing talent. Gold was beautiful
Andra is one of those artists that we wish we had the pleasure to see live down here in South America. Her subtle (yet deep) tone of voice, the chorus, the whole set up. MASTERPIECES. That's what this NPR production does. Thank you from Lima-Peru. This is what the world needs: MORE REAL MUSIC.
I'm loving these tiny concerts. they introduce me to beautiful music. I'm tingling over here ... Audra Day's voice gives me chills and the music is beautiful.
Andra?
Andra did an absolutely superb job in her role as Billie Holiday. Lady Day did Lady Day justice without a doubt 🙌🏾👏🏾🤛🏾👍🏾💕.
Yes. She absolutely reminds me of Eartha Kitt!!!
She is - I don't have a word for it. I finally watched "The United States Vs. Billie Holiday" last night and her performance was SO powerful, she is just stellar.
I LOVE finding new music.
the pianist makes me happy :)
like a teddy bear!! :)
sharkiesha is that you who whooped that other girls @ss last year !? lol. they didnt lock you up!? :-) love you andra !!
+Sharkiesha Thomson me too! he's so fun
Sharkiesha Thomson hehe! specially with the first song when he just casually hit the keys of the toy piano. :)
K GABS A
*I am sitting here just shocked..flabbergasted..and still wiping away tears from the Rise Up song. I don't know where this young lady came from..but she is testament that just when you think there are no more incredible singers out there to move your heart & soul..the Universe provides a new one so incredibly wonderful it renews your hope in the world. Thank you Ms. Day for brightening my day..and I look forward to listening to more of your magic. (◕‿-)*
there are more incredible singers, your right > th-cam.com/video/_qFov9ELbq8/w-d-xo.html
Nightbird Amen! Hallelujah!
Beautifully put
True true true!!!
San Diego trained all her life.
How does one have a voice sooo damn indescribable because it is so amazing
She is truly blessed with an extraordinary gift!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gives me chills to hear her sing Rise Up
Losing Amy Winehouse left a void in my music heart. finally someone to fill it.
✨✨✨
A mix of Rihanna, Amy anyhousse and Billie Holiday. How talented and what a firm voice! Thank you Andra for your music 🤩❤️
She's a queen, so beautiful 🥰
Her voice and EYES
I always knew she could really sing, but I just realized how beautiful she is inside and out
her song rise up is my anthem song - absolutely one of my favorite artists.
Most beautiful woman in the world with a most beautiful voice! What combination, what talent, what eyes, pure emotion, what love!
Power like Adele, Aretha, and Amy (Winehouse) - all straight AAA"s! Awesome! And ohhh that band!
She's so talented and beautiful!!
That voice!!🌋🌋🌋💖
And that Lipstick!!!!
A M A Z I N G ... Now 5 yrs later she is starting as Billie Holiday 🌺
I was so happy when I heard they'd cast her! None of that crazy-hollywoods-dub-the-voice-in post!
2021..... post Billie .... taking attendance? Who's present...
Pre 😅 haven't seen it...
Present!
🙋🏽♂️
Present!
@@msann7915 same😂been up on Andra since Cheers to the Fall, but just now finding about this performance
Oh I adore her! This is authentic music! Utterly moving.... Orgasmic.
She has a stunning looking face, and in the 2nd song shows what a stunning voice she has
her voice is literally salve for the soul. how on earth can someone so beautiful exist??
Just love knowing I can click *ANY* NPR Tiny Desk concert video x it's gonna be something new fresh and worth the 10-20 mins watch
Meu Jesusssss! Não tem como não se apaixonar por essa mulher .Linda,guerreira,voz esplendida e carrega essa cor maravilhosa na veia.
Concordo. Ela é incrível
E meus deus, a voz dela lembra demais a da Rihanna.
She did a awesome job and the group is on point loved this performance thoroughly.
Thank you NPR for the artists you present And thank you Andra for the talent and desire to deliver "soul" music
I just can't get enough of Andra Day, what a talent and love her musicians too.
Andra Day , quiero agradecerle a todos ustedes por los temas, me gustaron mucho y los escucho habitualmente, tu timbre de voz, la música y el complemento que se forma...es perfección. Gracias por compartir (desde Concepción Chile)
Love her laugh! And that keyboard players energy is infectious ❤👍👏👏👏
That voice my God ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 She is so humble.
As NPR said: Set List
"Forever Mine" 00:00
"Rise Up" 03:42
"Gold" 08:00
Love her..... Simply the best without question.
I rarely watch a video more than once or twice. I come back to this a LOT.Maybe 20 times and counting.Killer performance. So much feeling.
A wonder. She's incredible.
Wow Lord you outdid Yourself with this one! That voice is a presence!!! ❤️🙏🏽🔥. 2019!
What a stunningly gorgeous woman! My Goodness! She is extraordinary......unearthly!
I see her soul through her songs...I'm in love 😍
Stunning performance by Andra, and band. Watched it a couple of times already... and I'm not done yet
LOVE THIS LADY RIGHT HERE!!!! This was an awesome performance by her and the band👏👏👏
Thank you Andra Day for being part of the music world.
I've just found out Andra Day. My life will not be the same.
I think the same, wow..she is amaz..
🙌🙌🙌
Wow what a DIVA full of sensibility !!!
The pianist's smile at 7:19 means a lot !
Her emotion at 7:42 too !
Rise up was amazing!
Love, love, looooove this rendition of "Gold"! Fave song on the album!
Hey hey hey.
What's this😮😮😮
Andra Day at Npr.
Hey girl, my heart beats for you.
I love your song.
From Brazil
Why is she so beautiful? No matter what angle I look from,still pretty....
I also really liked the song btw
Singers like this make me so jealous to not be a singer. Her style is so amazing, I wish I could dress like this and have this persona.
you can do these things anyway😊
That's the Universe saying, "You be YOU!" No one else can be, and you're beautiful.
I cannot for the life of me understand why she hasn't won more awards! Her voice is undeniably exquisite and underrated, I'm glad she's been certified Platinum and Silver though. I cannot wait to hear more of her and see where her career goes.
Let's give the pianist some for the perfect harmonies!!!!
Great back up vocals!!!
Love the pianist and the rest of musicians they don’t miss a beat and their singing compliments Miss Days singing.
Wow! Super classy woman and really tight band. The backing vocals were spot on, too!
i'm so upset that i'm just now finding her 💛 after the movie i just fell in love with her but my God the music. this woman is incredible!
Wow, what an incredible talent! And she appears to be beautiful on the inside as well as on the outside. Beautiful and humble.
She's such a nice person it's so refreshing to listen to her.
Beautiful. Absolute gem. N her style is a hands down 10, voice phenomenal ❤️💎
ANDRA DAY "ONE OF THE BEST AND TALENT SINGERS OF ALL TIME! "
Andra Day is her own person, and the green clip says " I'm not afraid to take risks"
Her voice...... hypnotic.
The best NPR session of the year 2015?
Amazing songs...
The tiny piano...special touch. lol Shes amazing!
I love her voice, unique beautiful lyrics. I love her sweet tone. Great video's and good song's.