Cynthia Erivo - "Stand Up" - Oscars 2020 Performance

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  • @West_Indian_Aiyah
    @West_Indian_Aiyah 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13244

    The control and range of her voice is amazing

    • @tsxspk5102
      @tsxspk5102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Exactly!

    • @crystaljones1747
      @crystaljones1747 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      EXACCCCCTLY…….Goosebumps EVERY Single time mixed with the depth of this song at a time such as this…. I get deeply emotional when I think of what ancestors had to endure and that they would be soooo incredibly sad to see why we are still fighting the same fight that we didn’t create and the ingrained pain that came/comes from it generation after generation 🙏🏽🙏🏽

    • @rachelwayne4885
      @rachelwayne4885 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Yes!!! I saw her live on Broadway in 2016. Changed my life ❤

    • @crystaljones1747
      @crystaljones1747 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@rachelwayne4885 O Man…I know that must have been a real treat…I’m hoping I’ll get to see her at least once!!………me and my little ladybug….she sings this song CONSTANTLY and some like a ritual but how can I get mad at that ☺️

    • @Noor-xk7zh
      @Noor-xk7zh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      She has the best voice I have ever heard. Clarity, range, control, emotion. Oh my god

  • @shamoielmes6189
    @shamoielmes6189 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7271

    When she said “I can feel it in my bones’’. Who else felt that?

  • @dominicweber
    @dominicweber 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14941

    That tone!! That ease!! She literally sounds like the recording, it’s incredible! No shake, no breath issue, no nervousness, it’s just utterly perfect. Like a diamond became sound. Soooo good

    • @1919Denise
      @1919Denise 3 ปีที่แล้ว +268

      Indeed. That's raw talent right there.

    • @sxm76
      @sxm76 3 ปีที่แล้ว +277

      She made it look so easy! I was watching her breathing and that sister knows what she's doing!

    • @candisbrooks5691
      @candisbrooks5691 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      She wrote this song lol

    • @millsss27
      @millsss27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +184

      @@candisbrooks5691 yeah but it’s hard to perform all the notes without shakiness in the voice or other imperfections. She has amazing voice control is what they meant

    • @burnitupgriffin1798
      @burnitupgriffin1798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      She's amazing

  • @italianed
    @italianed 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1808

    I hope the success of Wicked drives some traffic back to this song. She 👏🏻 wrote 👏🏻 this!

    • @gatumbo
      @gatumbo 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +46

      Yes, Cynthia Erivo, along with Gabe Fox-Peck & Joshuah Brian Campbell. 🎉 masterpiece

    • @IronheartvsMiles
      @IronheartvsMiles 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +21

      Cynthia is amazing singer, writer and actor

    • @DiuQuy
      @DiuQuy 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

      Brought me here! She's a stunning talent!!

    • @cmglover22
      @cmglover22 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      it did

    • @annah645
      @annah645 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

      I had seen this a few years ago, but came back to this performance after watching Wicked as a reminder of how amazing Cynthia is, and always was.

  • @noahcegielski4011
    @noahcegielski4011 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18948

    The OSCARS didn’t even deserve this performance. An Oscar is too small for what Cynthia Erivo deserves.

    • @belib5911
      @belib5911 4 ปีที่แล้ว +162

      You speak the truth.

    • @ggoldsmith1056
      @ggoldsmith1056 4 ปีที่แล้ว +128

      Jonathan Trauner she should have won it with this song . No way that you Elton John Song beat this

    • @shanemadejlover
      @shanemadejlover 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      cynthia deserves the world. she’s too talented.

    • @tazi595
      @tazi595 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      The Oscars ain’t shiiii!

    • @gabrieltalavera4465
      @gabrieltalavera4465 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      Omg I felt the same way especially as history shows the Oscars are not meant to recognize us black n brown people in a positive light . As much as I grew up loving the Oscars and the movies I know the symbol of the Oscar represents and it is not of God but of idolatry and false worship.

  • @duhhitsyaya
    @duhhitsyaya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16877

    I love how they added Harriet Tubman’s last words “I go to prepare a place for You” shes one of the strongest woman in history

    • @godslove7928
      @godslove7928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +682

      That was a quote from the Bible, straight from the Lord.

    • @MarkOfKeys
      @MarkOfKeys 3 ปีที่แล้ว +342

      For real like the whole song sounds like a tribute to Harriet Tubman and its amazing

    • @Joshua-re3xw
      @Joshua-re3xw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      @@godslove7928 yes 🙌

    • @mykaelizayah2195
      @mykaelizayah2195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +347

      @@godslove7928 They never said it wasn’t! They were saying those were Harriets last words!

    • @nevaehprejean1817
      @nevaehprejean1817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      And that’s on marry had a little lamb

  • @keishamarseille6332
    @keishamarseille6332 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10705

    I can’t believe she didn’t win for best song. But she was the only one to get a standing ovation, so that’s a win for me. Beautiful.

    • @melodyfaith4668
      @melodyfaith4668 4 ปีที่แล้ว +617

      Girl, you know why she didn't win the Oscars was because some of the white superiors didn't like that movie because it reminded of them just how racist they were towards black people. But I truly believe that she should have won because not only did she play Harriet Tubman so well, she is an outstanding actress and singer, so bravo to her!" ☺👏👏👏👏👏👏

    • @keishamarseille6332
      @keishamarseille6332 4 ปีที่แล้ว +195

      Melody Faith oh baby girl, i totally knew she wasn’t going to win. I sort of feel it’s because most white people wouldnt see that movie and i didn’t even know that song existed! Been pregnant and not with the times. But I think this performance is really going to show more people her talent and beauty and I wish the best for her. I had chills with this performance and so did my family who was white as well! I think she’s setting a good representation we need 💓

    • @melodyfaith4668
      @melodyfaith4668 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@keishamarseille6332 oh I am so sorry if I said anything that was offensive and I totally agree with what you said, however, the truth still remains the same!"

    • @Arbj
      @Arbj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +130

      @@keishamarseille6332 A standing ovation aint enough for this performace...she deserves the oscar award being remolded into her image, like yesterday😠

    • @melodyfaith4668
      @melodyfaith4668 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Nai 94 lol!"

  • @KCNwokoye
    @KCNwokoye 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +63

    Phenomenal voice. She deserved to win the Oscar for Best Original Song. Any other person would have won for such a masterful performance and writing.

  • @deroiste16
    @deroiste16 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6198

    “I got eyes in the back of my head, just in case I have to run” insane that in 2020 people still have to feel that way

    • @ethos.9009
      @ethos.9009 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      I know right

    • @dalphonhamilton9980
      @dalphonhamilton9980 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      @@ethos.9009
      You just preached a most appropriate sermon for this song. I had no idea in 1968 that we'd feel the same way in 2020.

    • @dyshondafowler8008
      @dyshondafowler8008 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      This is the verse that sticks to me

    • @krisruthy2730
      @krisruthy2730 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      isn't it though.. I'm an Army Vet and I'm terrified of getting stopped , whenever I see a police I'm on guard, I make sure all of my stuff in within reach.. its sad

    • @Angel_Shyyy
      @Angel_Shyyy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Damn........

  • @shanekapierce2503
    @shanekapierce2503 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12195

    The fact that she wrote this song that goes right to my core.....the lyrics just move me.

    • @LUXURYPREMIER
      @LUXURYPREMIER 2 ปีที่แล้ว +154

      This song made me shiver and cry 🥲🥲🥲

    • @xoyouaremysunshinexo
      @xoyouaremysunshinexo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +156

      I cry and get goosebumps whenever I hear it. I feel like this song ignites the spirit of the ancestors.

    • @ericayoung8390
      @ericayoung8390 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yassssss

    • @sarad2659
      @sarad2659 2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      It's amazing. I also love the use of Jesus' words "I go to prepare a place for you". Speaks on Harriet's love and compassion for her people.

    • @summerdais325
      @summerdais325 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I just heard the whole song. It came to this video while I was crying, filled with such emotion.
      I'm speechless...

  • @kickinitwithlay7583
    @kickinitwithlay7583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15749

    She doesn’t need a Oscar 😂 She is an Oscar. If you meet her you’ve won an Oscar, keep her safe.

  • @vanovasilyan3807
    @vanovasilyan3807 ปีที่แล้ว +1119

    This is not just a song, this is hymn of freedom, respect 💪

  • @ezeanikamsi1109
    @ezeanikamsi1109 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2524

    "I go to prepare a place for u" was the last word harriet tubman said before she died.... I felt that

    • @manuelorozco7760
      @manuelorozco7760 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Great way to end a song

    • @aidenchaney1803
      @aidenchaney1803 4 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      That’s what Jesus said

    • @DimeDesigns10
      @DimeDesigns10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      It’s John 14:2, He was talking to His people

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@aidenchaney1803 really?

    • @lonice23
      @lonice23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Kinobambino Yes he did say that!

  • @ThanhNguyen-wd9hg
    @ThanhNguyen-wd9hg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36614

    This actually sounds like a National Anthem to me. It's amazing

    • @tr0picalqueen.180
      @tr0picalqueen.180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1418

      Anthem of Freedom ❤

    • @fay484
      @fay484 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

    • @jsckiemarie1424
      @jsckiemarie1424 3 ปีที่แล้ว +626

      Black Folks Anthem, past, present, and forever.....

    • @gwashere3488
      @gwashere3488 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      omg it does ❤️

    • @michellerc6967
      @michellerc6967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      It is

  • @yomama9979
    @yomama9979 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3889

    So we not gone talk about that high note she hit she’s amazing

    • @vwatts8738
      @vwatts8738 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      OKAAAAAA!!!!! 3:05

    • @DimeDesigns10
      @DimeDesigns10 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      It was AMAZING! She’s effortless

    • @stellapark4579
      @stellapark4579 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      She is incredible! Watch her performance of “I’m here” from the color purple it makes me cry every damn time

    • @kthylton76
      @kthylton76 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yessss.. that notes hits you completely in your soul...

    • @rachelwayne4885
      @rachelwayne4885 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@stellapark4579 Yes!! The one she performed on the Stephen Colbert show is absolutely flawless 😍

  • @Ellerys_life
    @Ellerys_life 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +189

    She doesn’t need auto tune. Auto tune needs her.

  • @AnDy-ht5st
    @AnDy-ht5st 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2613

    This is what you call a legendary singer because she sounds like the actual song

    • @MouhamadouBDiagne
      @MouhamadouBDiagne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +138

      i would argue this sounds BETTER than the actual song. So much raw emotion in addition to technical amazement.

    • @waqiuyahya7845
      @waqiuyahya7845 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Mouhamadou B. Diagne true!

    • @GLN14659
      @GLN14659 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      She helped write the song and sang it originally, didn't she??

    • @meshasat
      @meshasat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Took the words right out my mouth. My heart truly smiled hearing her hit all the notes as she did on the album 💖

    • @JuliaStegeMagic
      @JuliaStegeMagic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@GLN14659 yes!

  • @sea5205
    @sea5205 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6080

    She’s British AND Nigerian, what a queen 🇳🇬 🇬🇧 👑

    • @1919Denise
      @1919Denise 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Ha .... right. Love it.

    • @justapercyjacksonfan5319
      @justapercyjacksonfan5319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      @@1919Denise ?

    • @vvm14
      @vvm14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@1919Denise ?

    • @serenitybeats1677
      @serenitybeats1677 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@1919Denise what

    • @1919Denise
      @1919Denise 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      What's wrong with the comprehension of those of you not understanding my comment ... but for your lack of understanding that was appreciation and agreement to the comment and compliment to Ms. Erivo.

  • @alliedagher602
    @alliedagher602 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3689

    don't you guys get it... she is an oscar, like literally she is an oscar trophy

  • @Jujuonthatbeat21
    @Jujuonthatbeat21 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +2911

    so we all going through a cynthia obsession after seeing wicked?

  • @NeliaLove-99
    @NeliaLove-99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7706

    It’s amazing that she played the role, sunged and wrote the song. A triple threat at its greatest. Ik Harriet is smiling down from heaven.

    • @rubyblue444
      @rubyblue444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      Sang

    • @ronniereidy4648
      @ronniereidy4648 2 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      I’d like to think Harriet Tubman would also be smiling down seeing Kamala Harris as our Vice President too. She did a lot for Women’s Suffrage and I think she’d be happy to see a beautiful strong intelligent black woman as the Vice President of the USA.

    • @britainf0ckinreturnourmone344
      @britainf0ckinreturnourmone344 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@ronniereidy4648 isn't kamala Harris brown?
      Edit: google searched. She's Black Jamaican🇯🇲 + Brown Indian 🇮🇳

    • @ronniereidy4648
      @ronniereidy4648 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@britainf0ckinreturnourmone344 my point was that Harriet Tubman would be happy to see women of color in such important roles. I’m sure she’d be happy to see the number of women in the House of Representatives and the Senate. And I have no doubt she’d be happy seeing Ketanji Brown Jackson nominated to the Supreme Court. It is amazing to see all of these women rising up to hold such important roles in government.

    • @britainf0ckinreturnourmone344
      @britainf0ckinreturnourmone344 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@ronniereidy4648 yeah Thank you for clarifying but I just didn't know she was half black that's why asked. Well google helped. Thanks again

  • @Bingbong_Jesse
    @Bingbong_Jesse ปีที่แล้ว +5879

    She needs an Oscar AND a grammy

    • @kenjingle5660
      @kenjingle5660 ปีที่แล้ว +123

      She already won a Grammy. And yes, definitely deserves an Oscar 💕♥️

    • @prettiestbaddie4194
      @prettiestbaddie4194 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      They need her!

    • @OsheyBaddest
      @OsheyBaddest ปีที่แล้ว +16

      She already has a Grammys babes

    • @maggiemag3569
      @maggiemag3569 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      she'll get an oscar for wicked

    • @drewlowe8312
      @drewlowe8312 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@maggiemag3569 absolutely agree. I see wicked swaying and sweeping the oscars in 2025 especially since John Chu is directing, what an amazing career move for everyone involved ❤

  • @jayahmier1077
    @jayahmier1077 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3414

    When she said “I’ll go to prepare a place for you” something in my soul broke down. There is so much power in that sentence

    • @Yrt_rt
      @Yrt_rt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Right ? I got tears in my eyes 💕

    • @beethesolution9003
      @beethesolution9003 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Right! She is a force!

    • @milaimyscastellon
      @milaimyscastellon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +113

      Also, Harriet Tubman's last words.... ;(

    • @daijia7099
      @daijia7099 4 ปีที่แล้ว +166

      I see why it’s powerful....Those were the exact words Jesus spoke to his disciples before he was sentenced to death (John 14:3). So, I agree.. powerful statement!

    • @thatswhatsup712
      @thatswhatsup712 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@daijia7099 thnx for putting them here

  • @florenciazmmp
    @florenciazmmp ปีที่แล้ว +599

    3 YEARS AGO AND STILL BEING THE BEST PERFORMANCE EVER OH GOD IM IN TEARS ALWAYS’VE WATCH THIS

  • @nikitasilmon7531
    @nikitasilmon7531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4016

    Who's here in 2021 still taking this song to heart? ❤️

    • @trevonjohnson9763
      @trevonjohnson9763 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      If that were a black audience tons of people would’ve stood. Pretty annoyed at the fact that they all sat down and clapped.

    • @Nyxia_xiv
      @Nyxia_xiv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeeeh 🔥🔥

    • @matildewosnjuk7508
      @matildewosnjuk7508 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It brings me joy and peace to hear her singing.

    • @thisthatgrace
      @thisthatgrace 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's on my playlist for getting ready in the mornings.

    • @tr0picalqueen.180
      @tr0picalqueen.180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's my liberation song after work

  • @iarawawa1642
    @iarawawa1642 ปีที่แล้ว +4265

    Her voice made me feel like the whole world went silent and it was just her singing. Such a fantastic performance. Takes my breath away everytime.

  • @sallyzie7679
    @sallyzie7679 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7861

    She's one of the only Artists I know that don't need Autotune. She sounds the exacts same as in the Musicvideo! Love her!

    • @guitarmansegovia
      @guitarmansegovia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      She absolutely OWNS it!!

    • @kimf442
      @kimf442 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Yes so agreed 💪🔥🙌

    • @mizzlalababy
      @mizzlalababy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

      Theres quite a few artists that don't need autotone. Shes not the only one.

    • @winterchildren1572
      @winterchildren1572 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No

    • @Scissorhead6
      @Scissorhead6 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@mizzlalababy I was going to say this lol.

  • @brianfraley
    @brianfraley 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +332

    That is a HARD song. Wow. She is phenomenal. Range. Tone. Connection. FLAWLESS. Very few people on the planet could do this. MASTERY!

  • @jamaalandre
    @jamaalandre 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6422

    Of course she didn't get the Oscar she deserved for this, but this one is for us and I'm so thankful for it and her. Thank you, Cynthia ♡

    • @MississippiGirl0013
      @MississippiGirl0013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Right!

    • @montrealgivens3123
      @montrealgivens3123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      She definitely deserved it!!! The story, the realism, the emotion, was beyond transcending of the past.

    • @wabz.z
      @wabz.z 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      So very much! I cry every time this song touch my soul, my spirit!

    • @tiaferrandino4881
      @tiaferrandino4881 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      yep I was sad she didn't win. She should've.

    • @Long-live-vacation
      @Long-live-vacation 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Who did because I have no clue how it could be even half as good

  • @MozartHerbert
    @MozartHerbert 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10813

    Let's be honest, this was the best performance of the night and ACTUALLY the BEST original SONG BY FAR, Elton John just won because of the legend he is.

    • @maureentrueman6806
      @maureentrueman6806 4 ปีที่แล้ว +631

      💯. I love Elton John, but this song was incredible. She was robbed

    • @Caroline1261
      @Caroline1261 4 ปีที่แล้ว +421

      You are right. Elton's song wasn't very good. I love Elton but they should have given him a special award for life achievement or something. This song was the best and she was amazing, sang it live and perfectly and it was really great. The best. What a singer!!!

    • @davidalves31057
      @davidalves31057 4 ปีที่แล้ว +188

      @@Caroline1261 Elton Song's song was good, but this one here was someting especial, he just won because, well, he is Elton John!

    • @Caroline1261
      @Caroline1261 4 ปีที่แล้ว +123

      @@davidalves31057 He won because in all his and Bernie Taupin's career he had never won. I don't think the song was that good. He has written much better stuff. I think he should have gotten a "Life Achievement Award". I love Elton John, have many of his albums, went to many of his shows. I've discovered him when I was quite young in the 70s. The first album I bought was Mad Men Across the Water. The song that was nominated was not one of his best work (not even close). The Song Stand Up, in my opinion, was the best of all of the nominations and the performance was amazing as well.

    • @PrometheusPhamarus
      @PrometheusPhamarus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@Caroline1261
      Probably, if that dude wasn´t elton John, the problem is that he should have won for other songs I think...was this a kind of ..better award him before it´s too late?

  • @kellycyr6559
    @kellycyr6559 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6991

    I love Cynthia Erivo, it's ridiculous that she did not win the Oscar for this, the movie was fantastic, her acting was unbelievable and the story was true, and her voice is forever.

    • @jennifergillard2207
      @jennifergillard2207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Kelly, as others have commented in this thread, meaning you know why. I whole heartedly agree with you.

    • @babarsuhail5678
      @babarsuhail5678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      The stupid Bond song undeservedly won

    • @randomgirl1868
      @randomgirl1868 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What movie

    • @gabrielclayton1653
      @gabrielclayton1653 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@randomgirl1868 Harriet

    • @palapadadouwa807
      @palapadadouwa807 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just fall on that song cause just fall on a cool man interpreting it on the Voice France....
      Im super glad🙏🙏🙏✍💪🏿😮🖤🤍❤💞💯💫❤❤❤💥

  • @Hannaohnehintenh
    @Hannaohnehintenh 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +39

    I was obsessed with her with that song back then. I watched her today in wicked. This woman has me on my toes. Cynthia Erivo you are a force!

  • @awsamusic
    @awsamusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4427

    Sitting here crying like a child after that performance - the song, the delivery, the history, the message. This is so huge!

  • @naturepics8743
    @naturepics8743 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2273

    So an egg can break the internet but this GODDESS’S voice cant

    • @aajaexoxo
      @aajaexoxo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Exactly.

    • @doraboss1735
      @doraboss1735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      People like funny and stupid things

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right!!!

  • @alexhind5133
    @alexhind5133 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4489

    It gives me goosebumps when she says "I go to prepare a place for you" when those were the last words harriet spoke, she still didn't want to stop helping her people.

    • @AllYouNeedIsVids
      @AllYouNeedIsVids 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 1 hour version on my channel!

    • @mrsjryan
      @mrsjryan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

      They’re the same words Jesus said. She quoted Him in her lyrics

    • @mayaii1366
      @mayaii1366 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@mrsjryan a white Jesus? Made by white men? When a black god came way before “him” and the Europeans copied his story? Learn more about Kemet …

    • @pahamolane840
      @pahamolane840 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@mayaii1366 pls i wanna know more about him, what should i search ? only kemet? or there is another name with it ?

    • @pettylilthing
      @pettylilthing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      @@mayaii1366 what are you talking about? Jesus was not white

  • @lovely.libra21
    @lovely.libra21 ปีที่แล้ว +238

    When she hit that high note, I was DONE!!! Mic drop 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @OsheyBaddest
    @OsheyBaddest ปีที่แล้ว +3060

    She and the choir took them all to church whether or not they wanted to 😭🙌🏽

    • @madsoncabeleireirosoares18
      @madsoncabeleireirosoares18 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Chega dar vontade de chorar

    • @plurpee.
      @plurpee. ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Amen

    • @robinwilliams3692
      @robinwilliams3692 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Morning outstanding Very beautiful voice she has it all we love you peace my beautiful Sister.

    • @ER-uy7ct
      @ER-uy7ct 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Yes! She sure did. She took us ALL to church.

    • @TerryArnold-eu1lk
      @TerryArnold-eu1lk 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      So you too noticed how uninterested they were?

  • @ama2228
    @ama2228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9009

    This song hurts even more after all that’s been going on recently. When is all this injustice going to end?

    • @melissagertse8380
      @melissagertse8380 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      😓😥😥😥 yeah really

    • @bonitim1
      @bonitim1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +81

      Recently?? Man racism always existed and will continue. And never Will stop, because People are People...

    • @ama2228
      @ama2228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      bonitim1 I said recently because as a black person you become numb to it until something huge like this happens then all the pain starts rushing back

    • @itsjustbantaxd6466
      @itsjustbantaxd6466 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      Never until God comes down and puts an end to the world. The unrighteous and wicked people will be caught in the flames. Our people's prayers have been heard and God has seen everything justice will be served!!!

    • @khalilkennedy8960
      @khalilkennedy8960 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Absolutely absolutely

  • @kaynascimento5375
    @kaynascimento5375 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26687

    Someone here said " She doesn't need the Oscar, she IS the Oscar" I'm- 😂😂😂. Yeah they're right.

    • @Anymous578
      @Anymous578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +90

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @oliviafrances7390
      @oliviafrances7390 3 ปีที่แล้ว +199

      Yuh. The Oscar is her

    • @damiii_
      @damiii_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      YES 😌

    • @adedtz8257
      @adedtz8257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +289

      Yeah you don't need no damn award to tell you that your good.

    • @glowingbear
      @glowingbear 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      @@adedtz8257 period. I love that

  • @amandabonitaespiritu1548
    @amandabonitaespiritu1548 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +152

    Her voice, her words, her presence, the choir....there are no words. I get chills EVERYTIME!!

    • @leovirgo4538
      @leovirgo4538 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Every. Single. Time.

  • @gregstorkwilson2745
    @gregstorkwilson2745 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26221

    There are actors who can sing......and then there is Cynthia Erivo.

    • @mantrip2123
      @mantrip2123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1502

      Cynthia is a singer who can act!!!! And singer is a massive understatement!!!

    • @superiorpanda6449
      @superiorpanda6449 4 ปีที่แล้ว +821

      She's in a whole other league of her own

    • @Ivanatis
      @Ivanatis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      you mean she is one of those actors who cannot sing? kinda fitting also to call her "actor" she looks like a boy

    • @superiorpanda6449
      @superiorpanda6449 4 ปีที่แล้ว +504

      @@Ivanatis How? You've gotta be deaf and blind right? Or are you just playing?

    • @shotta8554
      @shotta8554 4 ปีที่แล้ว +234

      @@superiorpanda6449 I think they just dumb😑

  • @mevrey
    @mevrey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1346

    THE CONTROL SHE HAS IN HER VOICE

    • @zekeclark4644
      @zekeclark4644 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      It’s insane

    • @mevrey
      @mevrey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@zekeclark4644 IKR

    • @OsheyBaddest
      @OsheyBaddest ปีที่แล้ว +1

      CRAZYYYYYY

  • @JayKayEllEmm
    @JayKayEllEmm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3249

    When I first heard this, I fell in love with her voice. Just holy shit, she’s one of the best singers alive, that is no light statement and no exaggeration.

    • @ethereal_musik
      @ethereal_musik 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I agree, man. I get chills everytime 💖

    • @naolgebisa3461
      @naolgebisa3461 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Me too

    • @lucyscott8796
      @lucyscott8796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      When she sings, she takes you on a journey. Not many singers can do that . I get goosebumps when she performs.

    • @michaelhasty1632
      @michaelhasty1632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you haven't yet, be sure to go listen to her sing "I'm here" on Broadway. FLOOORED me

    • @chanteealicia4115
      @chanteealicia4115 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Frll

  • @keedyjhane9575
    @keedyjhane9575 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +40

    she sings like shes carrying the soul of many of my ancestors and it moves me every time i can really "feel it in my bones" beautiful black queen

  • @mejei12345
    @mejei12345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1258

    She sounds exactly the same if not better live and that in itself is amazing

    • @africanlogic757
      @africanlogic757 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      she sound better

    • @baeah3021
      @baeah3021 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      yeah, I better the sound editors have a really easy job editing her voice bc she is near-flawless if not exactly perfect every time. You should see her song association video with Terrell where she sings completely a capella, and he accurately describes it as if she has a piano in her head lmao

    • @mejei12345
      @mejei12345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@baeah3021 I think I watched that right before I watched this! lol yeah she's amazing

    • @matildakreider36
      @matildakreider36 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s her Broadway background!

  • @NatLopezartist
    @NatLopezartist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2643

    No one sings as good, as clear, as perfect. She showed out. Her confidence is insane. She’s sure of herself, knows how good she is. Has amazing breath control. She trusts her voice and for it to go where it needs to. No pressure or strain in her singing. Showed them all how the pros do it. She should have won for the best song.

    • @derrickmcdowelll3647
      @derrickmcdowelll3647 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Shes classically trained

    • @NatLopezartist
      @NatLopezartist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Derrick McDowelll I’m aware. Thanks. :)

    • @acquadi2077
      @acquadi2077 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Her tone was ok and she wasnt loud and couldn’t project that good.

    • @victorysampson
      @victorysampson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      Acqua Di Do you know how far she had to project for the people in the back to hear her during The Color Purple? She has proved herself already. 🤣 Also, her tone was “ok”?!?! Her tone was full of emotion yet strong at the same time. And when she belted? It was so powerful (even during the riff!)

    • @andreyue6924
      @andreyue6924 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Nat Lopez...you’re absolutely right! Best song I’ve heard for ages! Got goosebumps when she sang!

  • @Jess-ov1ht
    @Jess-ov1ht 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3287

    Her voice is pure. No exaggerated runs. You actually listen to the lyrics and feel the emotions.
    Dayuuum.

    • @veinswithglitter1937
      @veinswithglitter1937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @ymarrero23 lol same here my face is like 🙄😒

    • @similoluwaawoyele-finni5564
      @similoluwaawoyele-finni5564 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Damn.. 👼

    • @jwalt8019
      @jwalt8019 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you mean when they’re over done?

    • @P_eachie
      @P_eachie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She wrote the song

    • @Aquafvna
      @Aquafvna 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ymarrero23 my black love em LMAOO

  • @abbigayilgermain6751
    @abbigayilgermain6751 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +17

    she’s gorgeous ugh i cry listening to her sing any time

  • @alyssasangris
    @alyssasangris 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1699

    Just learned that “I go to prepare a place for you” was the last thing Harriet Tubman said.. wow. This song was powerful.

    • @nicoleembry8477
      @nicoleembry8477 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      That is John 14:3 in the word of God

    • @bobbiethomas5137
      @bobbiethomas5137 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Me to sister!! It resonates beyond time!!!!

    • @corazonbeso
      @corazonbeso 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      @@nicoleembry8477 Harriet was a Christian too. So I’m sure she knew that. Probably said that to sooth her as she was transitioning into Glory.

    • @reesehunter5574
      @reesehunter5574 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      she didnt say that. White people manipulated there words to make it seem more slaveish but if she did actaully say that it was certainly not that way

    • @YonUndone3064
      @YonUndone3064 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@corazonbeso Who says she said that? Or is it just supposition? This is an honest question since I do not know if history books have written that account as being her last statement, and if so who recorded the history?

  • @heartstrings110
    @heartstrings110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1153

    Dear God...SHE’S FLAWLESS AS A VOCALIST! Geesh.

    • @evie6937
      @evie6937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes queen

  • @anaamaya7567
    @anaamaya7567 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5442

    She doesn’t need an Oscar to know she is a winner. The song is majestic. Love it and can’t get it out of me head. Such a beautiful voice she has. ❤️❤️❤️

    • @outtacontrol8387
      @outtacontrol8387 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      majestic is the word that we will forever describe cynthia erivo

    • @delroygunthrope9986
      @delroygunthrope9986 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Exactly....she's a winner nonlayyer what

    • @shirleyfragoso7744
      @shirleyfragoso7744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Oscar is too little for her.
      It would be necessary to create a new award to reward her the height, maybe a... Harriet Award. ♥️👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

    • @alanherrera7777
      @alanherrera7777 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Báñate🤮🤮

    • @AllYouNeedIsVids
      @AllYouNeedIsVids 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 1 hour version on my channel!

  • @Majaschoice
    @Majaschoice 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    This is hands down the best live performance ive ever seen. The world stopped for those 4 minutes

  • @Manmade791
    @Manmade791 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2984

    I’m not black, and I’ll never understand the pain that they have and still continue to go through, I’ve massive admiration for you all, and this song proves the determination and how strong you all are. It’s deeply touching. Love to you all and God bless each and every one of you 🖤

    • @wolfdontcare3980
      @wolfdontcare3980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I’m not black but I face racism all the time my accent gives it away (I’m European) but I’m not allowed to experience that cause I’m “white” as if white people don’t have cultures of their own 🙄

    • @ariy5938
      @ariy5938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +180

      @@wolfdontcare3980 thats not racism........

    • @thatasiangirl2688
      @thatasiangirl2688 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @Goku Chichi never said they weren’t? unless I’m completely illiterate but I highly doubt that

    • @nuna2968
      @nuna2968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Thank you Sharon C ... ❤

    • @shadoeshift6249
      @shadoeshift6249 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @Goku Chichi you do realize your comment is racist. Right

  • @SierraLetlow
    @SierraLetlow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2251

    I'm a simple girl. I see black excellence and I listen to the song 70 times

    • @leolucky7570
      @leolucky7570 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Saaaaaaame

    • @godlycorner5525
      @godlycorner5525 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hmmm... Like seriously????

    • @Angel_Shyyy
      @Angel_Shyyy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @unknown Ho tf is that.racist? Educate yourself

    • @elephantpowerproductions
      @elephantpowerproductions 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Excellence indeed Sierra. Anyone of any race can tell she was robbed of the oscar

    • @heyammakkawi
      @heyammakkawi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed !

  • @markjosephcayanan9504
    @markjosephcayanan9504 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2709

    This made me feel so powerful and I ain't no black. I'm an Asian who admires Black community so much. I look up to a lot of people that are part of Black Community. More power to all of you guys and I love y'all! God bless you all!

  • @VerdasArtStudio
    @VerdasArtStudio 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    When I watch Cynthia I can feel and see the passion in her voice and her work. Its truly admirable.

  • @msfit23
    @msfit23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4126

    This is why the Oscar's is garbage. This performance was everything. They don't deserve you

    • @dianneraymont5971
      @dianneraymont5971 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      If they were judging it at the time she would have got it - because her performance was exceptional - but the recording and production are what they listen to..

    • @jettap7652
      @jettap7652 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      @@dianneraymont5971 I doubt the voters even listened to the recording. I've listened to Elton John's song, and it's still not the "Best" of the year. The voting body voted on popularity/longevity of the artist not the artistry itself. There was an article in Forbes magazine before the Oscars regarding who should win and who would actually win. The author said Cynthia should win, but Elton would because of familiarity. So, the "fix" was already in.

    • @benjaminjackson9449
      @benjaminjackson9449 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Abbie J they a really didn’t though. Academy voters rarely watch the films they are voting for. Most of the time they just see what others award shows have done or look at popularity and familiar faces. Elton had already won an Oscar in the 90s and is ELTOK JOHN. Cynthia stood no chance because she is well knowing In the theatre circuit not Hollywood.Plus they have never been to good and representation or diversity. The Oscars are a game and will forever be that until they take film seriously

    • @Sara-fr8tg
      @Sara-fr8tg 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@benjaminjackson9449 are there any sources or is that just a theory ?

    • @benjaminjackson9449
      @benjaminjackson9449 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sara if you look at the winners and nominees statistics it shows an unfair advantage towards certain films and people. Also many voters have gone of record to say that they don’t take their position very seriously. You just have to google it.

  • @arnoldanderson4859
    @arnoldanderson4859 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2187

    She doesn’t need an Oscar to announce her greatness her gifts are a stellar performance every time we get to witness them. Cynthia Erivo is a legend whether you like it or not! 🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @JuliVB29
      @JuliVB29 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Amém.😌

    • @81leadbelly
      @81leadbelly 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Exactly! Besides winning Oscars has little to do with actual merit and everything to do with how much money you throw at the academy. This woman is breathtaking!

    • @rlmackie
      @rlmackie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Arnold Anderson She would have been the youngest EGOT so yes she needs an Oscar to complete the Journey.

    • @kissy0k8
      @kissy0k8 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Correct!

    • @CeliniacForLife
      @CeliniacForLife 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Arnold Anderson But she does need it complete her EGOT.

  • @JosefCaesar
    @JosefCaesar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2710

    She sings perfectly, no autotune, nothing. She sang better when she was live than when it was in a recording studio. How did she not instantly win. Don't agree? Feel free to go to 1:46 or 2:56 or 3:00, actually literally go to anywhere in the song and listen for ten seconds. She is perfect.

    • @ErgoDog
      @ErgoDog 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      XD jeez

    • @SaraPajamas
      @SaraPajamas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Its not about best singer, its writing and production :p

    • @JosefCaesar
      @JosefCaesar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@SaraPajamas I mean that's perfect 2

    • @lordgaga27
      @lordgaga27 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      This performance might get Grammy academy attention to give a nomination for best gospel performance and absolutely best original song for tv, mini series or film.

    • @veronicadeluca2013
      @veronicadeluca2013 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I cry i cry every time I listen this song... i am crying now🤦‍♀️😂😂😂

  • @MarcJuliusClerigo
    @MarcJuliusClerigo 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    I can vividly remember the chills I had when I first heard this song and have watched this performance specifically, SHE actually in all honesty, don't need oscars, SHE is more than an oscar. Might as well start giving a new award, "Erivo" just sound SO great for me!

  • @Sherene54321
    @Sherene54321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2754

    I've lost track of how many times I've watched this. Just brilliant.

  • @Mimi4826
    @Mimi4826 ปีที่แล้ว +2549

    I love that she didn’t overdo it. We are still blown away by her voice without being distracted to the point that we don’t take in the lyrics and message

    • @BadFluffy
      @BadFluffy ปีที่แล้ว +92

      Exactly! She is a powerhouse with a voice that could blow the roof at every note... but she doesn't feel the need to scream her lungs out. She expresses emotions through every bit of technique and subtlety she possesses and she knows a whisper sometimes says more than a shout.

    • @prettiestbaddie4194
      @prettiestbaddie4194 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      This is literally the best performance I’ve ever seen how didn’t she get an Oscar?!?!🤨🤨🤨🤨

    • @prettiestbaddie4194
      @prettiestbaddie4194 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Definitely the best oscars performance

    • @StinsonSwarley
      @StinsonSwarley ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I feel the best vocalists out there do this, they know what sounds good and just because they can doesn't mean they're gonna go all in all the time bc sometimes less is more. It takes humility and self awareness. She's amazing.

    • @arbitrage4688
      @arbitrage4688 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StinsonSwarley SHO NUFF!

  • @jeninmusic8740
    @jeninmusic8740 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2212

    That’s what we call a “singer”, she is able to make you feel alive 🥰

  • @amyhaych526
    @amyhaych526 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    This woman is something else, the fact she did a great performance in the movie Harriet which was incredibly moving. AND has a voice that could stop the world spinning on its axis , what a talent

  • @Ruele_Okeyo
    @Ruele_Okeyo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8851

    She sings like she bears the weight of slavery on her and has the spirit of the ansestors inside her

    • @southerngirl6654
      @southerngirl6654 4 ปีที่แล้ว +117

      Yessss

    • @giulianacesca4711
      @giulianacesca4711 4 ปีที่แล้ว +374

      especially by the fact that this was the last sentence the real Harriet said before passing.

    • @mahogani1000
      @mahogani1000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      Amen...she does...i can see it on her..

    • @rentorange9450
      @rentorange9450 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      She is Harriet after all !!

    • @happysmileylips
      @happysmileylips 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      This is what I was trying to portray in my comment. Your words are exactly right!

  • @madeleine2987
    @madeleine2987 4 ปีที่แล้ว +966

    Cynthia Erivo's voice stresses me out....how can somebody's vocals be so perfect

    • @saradiyamordan4757
      @saradiyamordan4757 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Sis tell me about it.

    • @southerngirl6654
      @southerngirl6654 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yesssss

    • @elizabethcruzsanchez9254
      @elizabethcruzsanchez9254 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Because she sings from her soul she feels it and yes Noah an Oscar is too small for CYNTHIA ERlVO excellent performance and a beautiful voice!!!

    • @ravensavannah6167
      @ravensavannah6167 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This song is about Jesus Christ and His power to save and His promise to return to set His people free from the power of the slave master Satan. The God of the Bible wants to save us all. He demonstrated this through His prophet Moses and ultimately through His son Jesus Christ. There is no freedom outside of Christ... “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.”- Jesus in John 14:3

    • @ravensavannah6167
      @ravensavannah6167 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@elizabethcruzsanchez9254 This song is about Jesus Christ and His power to save and His promise to return to set His people free from the power of the slave master Satan. The God of the Bible wants to save us all. He demonstrated this through His prophet Moses and ultimately through His son Jesus Christ. There is no freedom outside of Christ... “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.”- Jesus in John 14:3

  • @nathaliakernsouza
    @nathaliakernsouza 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2386

    00:55 that moment
    The look
    The smile
    The pride
    Give me chills

    • @ckassandraa
      @ckassandraa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      you got it too 😍

    • @rosemurra8093
      @rosemurra8093 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yessss 🙌

    • @cutiegirlA
      @cutiegirlA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Everytime literally

    • @nomsadlamini4819
      @nomsadlamini4819 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Goosebumps

    • @Oleleh
      @Oleleh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Goosebumps everywhere

  • @pensandpears
    @pensandpears 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I still think about this song and this performance years later. My goodness. To say it deserved an Oscars is a huge understatement.

  • @kendrickjohnson5243
    @kendrickjohnson5243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +700

    She sung the hell out of that song. Gave me a chill.

  • @adriennesmith6098
    @adriennesmith6098 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4490

    no one in that audience even stood up, they did not deserve this performance

    • @tiaferrandino4881
      @tiaferrandino4881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +119

      I agree. I would've.

    • @nikolaistolzmann4453
      @nikolaistolzmann4453 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      I agree 👍

    • @PB-xr6yi
      @PB-xr6yi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +284

      They did after the performance finished. She got a standing ovation

    • @nativenewyorker3144
      @nativenewyorker3144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +393

      She literally got a standing ovation. It’s theatre etiquette not to stand up and clap and cheer during a performance.

    • @adriennesmith6098
      @adriennesmith6098 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@nativenewyorker3144 never said during

  • @VenusLoveJones
    @VenusLoveJones 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3113

    When you're the leading actress, the gifted songwriter, and the powerhouse vocalist...when you really are your ancestors wildest dream and more than a triple threat to the establishment, well, you might get snubbed by the academy for not really needing their validation. Just dress the part, and don't look back. Cynthia gives me chills every time I hear this song and watch her stand up, and deliver every damn thing. What a moving masterpiece and an amazing tribute to an American legend! What a tribute for Harriet and freedom fighters everywhere past, present, and in the future!

    • @thdwjsalsjm5772
      @thdwjsalsjm5772 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      “When you really are your ancestors wildest dream” that hits hard

    • @KJ1214
      @KJ1214 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      She is such a beautiful multi talented gifted young lady and I thank God for blessing her to be a blessing to us and being able to share her gift,s with us all,!!! Amen

    • @adaj472
      @adaj472 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      This woman is a goddess

    • @Seneb8Khepera
      @Seneb8Khepera 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Before I knew the context of the song...the fact that it has to do with Harriet and the underground railroad...I began to cry when I heard it acapella cause I heard Jesus talking to me. This song and most of it's verses fits whats to come so perfectly...if your a child of God. The seperating line...of the wheats and tares. So many of us are tired and we look to the sky everyday for his return and his promise. This kingdom is not our own. I look forward to that eternal life with him in his kingdom that he is preparing for us. This song hit different when I heard it today. I think it's God speaking through her to his children. I mean no disrespect to the history and memory of slavery...that's just how this song touched me period.

    • @Seneb8Khepera
      @Seneb8Khepera 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Jesus is the ultimate freedom fighter so yeah...

  • @cassidygrass2005
    @cassidygrass2005 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I’m blown away by how good she sounds live.

  • @stevensequeira1964
    @stevensequeira1964 4 ปีที่แล้ว +990

    Shes a real winner she doesn’t need an Oscar to prove it

    • @ErgoDog
      @ErgoDog 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Keep telling urselves that xD

    • @vc9732
      @vc9732 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Her day is coming.

    • @jacquedenise86
      @jacquedenise86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Like someone else said. She is the oscar. She is dressed like the statue. Like her saying they needed her more than she needed them.

    • @myriam212
      @myriam212 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Joachim Lothrik BBM c’est

    • @mishaeee
      @mishaeee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Joachim Lothrik jealous. I can’t stand people who puts others down because they’re not as high as them.

  • @mrlibyanb7855
    @mrlibyanb7855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1626

    She’s another a proof that winning an Oscar doesn’t mean you are the best
    Because so many talented artist didn’t win

    • @ErgoDog
      @ErgoDog 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Jeez. That's not what the awards are. All nominated are talented. That's why they are nominated. People wanted it to win.

    • @mrlibyanb7855
      @mrlibyanb7855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Joachim Lothrik blah blah blah

    • @shiwan45
      @shiwan45 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I so love this song

    • @wel7652
      @wel7652 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree. Sad truth

    • @renaemenchelle6258
      @renaemenchelle6258 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      She has such powerful voice/she got talent

  • @joewhitehead3
    @joewhitehead3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2193

    With respect to Elton John, I think this song shoulda won the Oscar. This performance of it is absolutely perfect! & that shot of Harriet Tubman made it all the more!

    • @bobbiethomas5137
      @bobbiethomas5137 2 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      I have to say that I whole heartily agree. Elton's song was just average. It was something that I've heard before, nothing special. His first Oscar win was deserved, thi, however was not.

    • @joewhitehead3
      @joewhitehead3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@bobbiethomas5137 I mean, I know it was his first Oscar win with his longtime collaborator, Bernie Taupin, but this one shoulda definitely gone to Erivo & “Stand Up”

    • @birdchoyce4332
      @birdchoyce4332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@joewhitehead3 Yes, I totally agree 👍🏾💯

    • @ymcghee40
      @ymcghee40 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      100%. All due respect to Sir Elton but........no contest

    • @BadFluffy
      @BadFluffy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      They didn't give it to her because they didn't want her to get an EGOT. Same with Lin Manuel. POC with talent and recognition always get shut down.

  • @celestialimprint
    @celestialimprint ปีที่แล้ว +54

    She is so talented and does not over-sing at all. Such a force

  • @davidquiroga2567
    @davidquiroga2567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +483

    SHE TOTALLY DESERVED THAT OSCAR. NOT JUST BECAUSE OF THE INCREDIBLE MESSAGE OF THAT SONG, BUT ONLY THAT PERFORMANCE DESERVE IT

  • @gasmocorgi6158
    @gasmocorgi6158 3 ปีที่แล้ว +794

    You can tell she doesn’t use auto tune she has a natural talent and that’s amazing

    • @catalinamateus5080
      @catalinamateus5080 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      It was exactly like the studio version even better with the change in the end 😢

  • @iamshakuri
    @iamshakuri 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    0:46 that very small head nod was everything

  • @khamilah9100
    @khamilah9100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1092

    I literally can’t stop watching this.

    • @tonyshayne8629
      @tonyshayne8629 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I've watched this maybe 50 times...literally

    • @reivinindigo2149
      @reivinindigo2149 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same! And cant stop crying everytime too!

    • @lionelluva
      @lionelluva 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      khamila H This is been on repeat for the last few weeks. I have to watch this at least once a day 🙏🏽

    • @veronicarickard7783
      @veronicarickard7783 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Meeting too, I can't get the so out my head. Her voice is so clear and beautiful

    • @kirstenwilliams433
      @kirstenwilliams433 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same!

  • @MrSpyros100
    @MrSpyros100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2882

    Astonisingly good. she is one in a billion. A phenomenal singer and actress!

    • @truthseeker8483
      @truthseeker8483 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      and totally racist

    • @asmrrelaxing1294
      @asmrrelaxing1294 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      TRUTH SEEKER wtf no i am white and i can tell You that she is just singing about what African Americans been going trough.

    • @germanqr
      @germanqr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      TRUTH SEEKER Most idiotic comment ever. Get a life and leave trolling to smarter people

    • @truthseeker8483
      @truthseeker8483 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@germanqr Germans have been guilty of a few crimes too I remember...maybe you should remember that before being so righteous?

    • @truthseeker8483
      @truthseeker8483 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@asmrrelaxing1294 I'm glad you think so...

  • @zacharyo_connor
    @zacharyo_connor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +714

    Cynthia should've won both Oscars. Actually, all the Oscars. All of them.

    • @dinahellen
      @dinahellen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      There will be other chances; she’s only 33, and in demand! She’s only been in the US for 5 years!

    • @dinahellen
      @dinahellen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Num Num Ada That’s showbiz! She’s accomplished more in the 5 years she’s been here, than most have in a lifetime. She’ll have other chances to become an EGOT. She just became a member of The Academy, which means she gets to vote on Oscar nominees and winners.

    • @manuelorozco7760
      @manuelorozco7760 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dinah Reitman You night have a point. I wanted her to win both awards too

    • @zacharyo_connor
      @zacharyo_connor 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you all haven't seen this, watch it. Cynthia sang this live 8 times a week as a part of a very intense musical.
      th-cam.com/video/VKtFfqinmWo/w-d-xo.html

    • @dinahellen
      @dinahellen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Manuel Orozco Sometimes politics rules who wins. She’s won a Tony, Emmy, and Grammy, and was nominated for 2 Oscars. That’s s a pretty good resume for 5 years of work in the USA.

  • @hannahrebullar7878
    @hannahrebullar7878 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Low notes gave me chills I never knew I could get, then the high notes took me straight to heaven

  • @nessahelenaorlando
    @nessahelenaorlando 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2605

    She deserved the Oscar. Academy made a huge mistake.

    • @sylviacarlson3561
      @sylviacarlson3561 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      you mean for best song, right?

    • @brookethebook5692
      @brookethebook5692 4 ปีที่แล้ว +94

      Yeah. Love Elton John, but this is one of the most moving songs I've ever heard. Stand up deserved so badly to win

    • @soearadirimovie2685
      @soearadirimovie2685 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      "It's Elton John's song, it should win and blah blah blah...

    • @11212barbie
      @11212barbie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Vanessa Helena BIG! HUGE MISTAKE!

    • @IsabelS_Fuyu
      @IsabelS_Fuyu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Either for this song or for her lead actress role she was so powerful in Harriet

  • @winterwillow8440
    @winterwillow8440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +376

    The power she has without moving a step is inspiring!

    • @JBlessing09
      @JBlessing09 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      RIGHT!! The conviction in her voice. The sureness. The strength. The power. I literally listen to this song about 30 times a day. This song will stop anyone in their tracks. Can't help but to respect it

  • @Andy-nv6ys
    @Andy-nv6ys 4 ปีที่แล้ว +536

    I had never seen this "sound quality" in a presentation of the Oscars.
    No doubt Cynthia is a gem

    • @elisejackson2854
      @elisejackson2854 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      facts. she is so vocally talented.

    • @truthseeker8483
      @truthseeker8483 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes she is so proud of her people and helping divide our society..it is great isn't it?

    • @elisejackson2854
      @elisejackson2854 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@truthseeker8483 how exactly is she dividing society?

    • @truthseeker8483
      @truthseeker8483 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elisejackson2854 By having only Black singers...by promoting the idea that Black people are oppressed (Whilst she earns millions) Saying how strong Black people are..that they can excel in adversity. If someone did a similar song about White people there would be huge outcry..people are too brain washed to see this...

    • @Andy-nv6ys
      @Andy-nv6ys 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@truthseeker8483 The song was produced for a film that dealt with the abolition of slavery and everything related to the injustices experienced at that time. Of course, the song is only about power for black people

  • @mosstube.
    @mosstube. 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    she DESERVED AN OSCAR FOR THIS

  • @611mellissa
    @611mellissa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    The Oscar's didn't even deserve to witness this but they were blessed to see what greatness actually looks like. She's so beautiful and her voice is powerful.

    • @luvdaskinurincd6712
      @luvdaskinurincd6712 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I 💯💯💯💯 percent agree👍🏽. Definitely a privilege to witness this and hear this song!!😔

  • @JaviAlonso
    @JaviAlonso 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39471

    the fact that she didn’t get an Oscar for this..... I feel like we all know exactly why 😐

    • @courtneymichelle5746
      @courtneymichelle5746 4 ปีที่แล้ว +394

      John Ricercato I googled it a while back and still didn’t see anything about it

    • @sanmak3283
      @sanmak3283 4 ปีที่แล้ว +770

      John Ricercato, even if that was true, is it African Americans who are judging & giving the Oscar awards? Or are they that powerful to influence the outcome?
      C’mon. A lot of them are super proud of this talent & this performance.

    • @EvaSofie
      @EvaSofie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +201

      Javi Alonsox Glory by John Legend and Common won Original Song in 2015, so it’s actually not why.

    • @jettap7652
      @jettap7652 4 ปีที่แล้ว +348

      @@johnricercato740 I get so sick of reading about people being mad at 2013 tweets as if they don't have skeletons in their closet from 7 days ago! The meaning of the tweets were misconstrued, and she apologized more than once and said if you're not going to listen to my explanation so be it. I agree with her. I've read the tweets and I've seen the apologies. You don't have to accept her apologies, but acknowledge she did apologize and move on. The fact that the "Black community", please leave me out of that so-called community (I'm black), is pushing the hate agenda is awful. When you cannot forgive and move one, you will not be forgiven.

    • @laurasmith2157
      @laurasmith2157 4 ปีที่แล้ว +308

      Racial discrimination

  • @RussellHorn69
    @RussellHorn69 4 ปีที่แล้ว +580

    How on Earth she is able to perform that without tearing up is a mystery to me. I'm a complete wreck just listening to it. Absolutely incredible song and performance by Ms. Erivo.

    • @portiarenee5486
      @portiarenee5486 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      To do Harriet Tubman justice. All though it's healthy and valid to express emotion, it wasn't a time to be. Harriet had to be focused throughout her leadership. No time for weakness

    • @ceeceetracey9839
      @ceeceetracey9839 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      maybe she isnt fully aware of the struggle

    • @serenitybeats1677
      @serenitybeats1677 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@ceeceetracey9839 or maybe she’s in a formal setting and has the emotional intelligence to not cry on national tv

    • @anni9666
      @anni9666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ceeceetracey9839 Oh c'mon now, she definitely is fully aware of the struggle🙄

  • @lillianbraggs3151
    @lillianbraggs3151 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    I was already obsessed with her voice

  • @kaybranch4514
    @kaybranch4514 4 ปีที่แล้ว +756

    She sangs these words and i believed her. She became Harriet, and sang her song.

    • @Jasmine-nx7ed
      @Jasmine-nx7ed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      She actually co wrote the song! She’s honestly just such a queen

    • @preciousmonique9076
      @preciousmonique9076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes you can feel the ancestors

    • @MrDRDMDR
      @MrDRDMDR 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      simply angelic

  • @toluwaniakinreti6325
    @toluwaniakinreti6325 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1773

    The entire black ancestry was singing through her!!
    They clearly whispered the lyrics to her for this song.

  • @luckybadger1622
    @luckybadger1622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1953

    Watching this in 2022. Her range, her commitment and connection to song and audience is brilliant and unmatched! What other live performance is this AMAZING!! I’ll wait.

    • @Asia..A
      @Asia..A 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Love from Melbourne Australia

    • @taneyawilkerson9141
      @taneyawilkerson9141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      not saying this inst a amazing live performance but i would like the think that Hamilton live action play was so incredible

    • @majastaniszewska1784
      @majastaniszewska1784 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And never get bored

    • @dcc-randomstorieswithmel7424
      @dcc-randomstorieswithmel7424 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really?
      You seem to miss whitney,Celine and all other legendary live performances😂

    • @rexibhazoboa7097
      @rexibhazoboa7097 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unmatched? How?

  • @christophermiller9624
    @christophermiller9624 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Dear Cynthia.I m a 62 year old Irish Catholic. You have no idea howl feel about this song it's a great song for all kinds of injustice in the evil world. GOD bless you.

  • @actuallyilyts1757
    @actuallyilyts1757 4 ปีที่แล้ว +243

    She should be kept in a museum and never let anyone touch her

    • @kayellis5154
      @kayellis5154 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love her too

    • @MsAncele
      @MsAncele 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah! SHE'S A GODDESS!

  • @treneicewalker5434
    @treneicewalker5434 4 ปีที่แล้ว +401

    She has been gifted from GOD to have this talented signing voice.. The way she add those slight rift so smoothly..not many people can do that... She was truly signing

    • @7383810
      @7383810 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yes!! Her voice is on another level. What talent!

  • @ihadahopefor556
    @ihadahopefor556 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    “I go to prepare a place for you” chills and tears 😭

  • @tanyaradzwae.ngundu5997
    @tanyaradzwae.ngundu5997 4 ปีที่แล้ว +715

    This song makes me feel like starting a revolution, or anything along those legendary lines.It's just so phenomenal

    • @monagarcia1803
      @monagarcia1803 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I agree - the song is felt in the soul. It touches and moves beyond expression. She was Harriet during this performance.

    • @Yvonne_Chege
      @Yvonne_Chege 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Yanta Limey, Me tooo!!!!!!

    • @donnavaughn9409
      @donnavaughn9409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      well said

    • @himig2173
      @himig2173 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lets do it

    • @babyalien
      @babyalien 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm with you

  • @kickinitwithlay7583
    @kickinitwithlay7583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +599

    3:28 The passion she had in the “I can feel it in my bones” omgg 🙌🏾🙌🏾