Sinead O'Connor Performs "Mandinka" | Letterman

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  • Remembering the talented singer who made her network television debut on "Late Night."
    (From "Late Night," air date: 9/7/88)
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  • @66StevieT
    @66StevieT ปีที่แล้ว +318

    The band looking totally 80s and Sinead looking totally timeless. Rest in peace lovely lady 💕💕

    • @20thCB
      @20thCB ปีที่แล้ว +14

      The band just scream 80s L.A. and are totally the antithesis of her music. As well as being about 7 feet tall.

    • @cwegers3
      @cwegers3 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      Great observation. She resided in timelessness.

    • @patricias5122
      @patricias5122 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      And they're not even looking at her --- it's strange. She's singing like a goddess, but they're looking at each other, as if ....I'm trying to articulate this .... she weren't there, but a recording of her voice only. They seem to have no respect at all for this astonishing artist.

    • @joedelaronde3291
      @joedelaronde3291 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      @@patricias5122 Paul Schaffer is staring directly at her the entire performance. Will Lee, bass, is watching her, and keeping an eye on rhythm guitar. Sid on guitar and Anton on drums look to be having a great time. Great song, great performance by lead singer and band.

    • @bernlin2000
      @bernlin2000 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They're focused on performing the song effectively, respecting her music. This is Letterman's band...they're professionals, they know what they're doing. Anton (the drummer) is clearly into the music@@patricias5122

  • @honer777
    @honer777 ปีที่แล้ว +1193

    She was an advocate for marginalized people, used her extraordinary voice for good, the world owes her a massive apology…her light will be sorely missed

    • @gregcosta4598
      @gregcosta4598 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    • @jefftaylor844
      @jefftaylor844 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Well said.

    • @brookegoslin
      @brookegoslin ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yessssssssssssss 100% ! Brilliant Beautiful Stunning Soul ! Always Loved Her Her Music Magnificent Voice Will Live On Forever In My Heart . 💔😢🙏🏼💫✨

    • @tnijoo5109
      @tnijoo5109 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      So beautifully articulated. And so very true. ❤

    • @LeBasfondMusic
      @LeBasfondMusic ปีที่แล้ว +19

      She was a true ally. She was a real one.

  • @sheilaterranovabeasley1966
    @sheilaterranovabeasley1966 ปีที่แล้ว +884

    She was basically crucified for speaking up against the church’s sexual abuse, the music industry, and her refusal to be sexually exploited. An incredibly honest, humble, intelligent, brave, talented beyond belief, sensitive, fragile soul with a heart that broke permanently after her child’s suicide.

    • @reedmartin8212
      @reedmartin8212 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Sadly, tragically, that’s about the size of it. Where was her record label?

    • @miked4309
      @miked4309 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      she was black lives before the thought. she was pro choice. she spoke out against the wrongs..and that disturbs the masses. 30 years have passed and we're still in the same messes. rip rebel girl.

    • @rolandnelson6722
      @rolandnelson6722 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Never forget she was completely right about the church. She should have been hailed for that alone in her lifetime.

    • @fonitronik
      @fonitronik ปีที่แล้ว +39

      She was banned by the very same NBC that hosted Letterman.
      Now that she's dead they all want to adorn themselfes with her and earn some more clicks for more revenue. Disgusting.

    • @johnotis6764
      @johnotis6764 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Nonsense, Madonna constantly debased Christianity in her music and videos time and again. I don't recall any kind of substantial backlash against O'Connor just because she ripped up a pic of the pope on SNL. It's a tame/lame, self-serving gesture that really got her nowhere because she never bothered to address what the gesture meant contextually. It was just a stunt. She wasn't crucified or martyred or blackballed. Her career wasn't shut down or bliwn up. She just faded away like so many other marginally talented flavor of the day pop chanteuses before her. She had issues and tissues and cause celebre galore, but in the end it all came down to how useful she was to the industry and to the agenda at large. As it turns out, she wasn't very useful at all; at least not in the long run.

  • @marikal.5792
    @marikal.5792 ปีที่แล้ว +440

    I played the heck out of this album when it came out. She had one of the most magical voices I had ever heard. To this day it still makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up. People keep asking how she died. She died of a broken heart! 💔 RIP Sinead.

    • @bobofwinnipeg9455
      @bobofwinnipeg9455 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same .

    • @booster330
      @booster330 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Always thought this was a b52s song

    • @crispereira2020
      @crispereira2020 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I believe that too,that she died of a broken heart

    • @carlodave9
      @carlodave9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      One of the great albums. Drink Before the War never fails to give me the chills.

    • @wingchun-simplekungfu7584
      @wingchun-simplekungfu7584 ปีที่แล้ว

      🙏

  • @adamd.4242
    @adamd.4242 ปีที่แล้ว +756

    Unapologetically original. Tortured. Iconic.

    • @ThePlace420
      @ThePlace420 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Couldn’t have said it better.

    • @kenadams5504
      @kenadams5504 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      The best artists are tortured .you suffer for your art .Her suffering is ended now, though, and Her art will persevere . Rest in Peace Sinead ,and as a proud Irish native , we will love you forever .

    • @DaNiyaHodge
      @DaNiyaHodge ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Rip Sinéad Marie Bernadette O'Connor, you will be missed

    • @CaptainSpalding72
      @CaptainSpalding72 ปีที่แล้ว

      So full of herself.

    • @CaptainSpalding72
      @CaptainSpalding72 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@kenadams5504pretentious

  • @kaspinet
    @kaspinet ปีที่แล้ว +259

    I forgot how tiny she was. Makes her fierceness even more impressive. So strong yet so vulnerable. She was amazing.

    • @user-ze8jl3dv1j
      @user-ze8jl3dv1j ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Cheers... for a minute there I thought every guitarist in America was about 16ft tall

    • @dHolbach77
      @dHolbach77 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Would you say that if she was a small man? Refer to him as "vulnerable" or "small, yet strong"? No. Her dedication to feminism obviously did not alter your bigotry.

    • @kaspinet
      @kaspinet ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@dHolbach77 aw. Who hurt you. Show us on the doll.

    • @Flashbagfolly
      @Flashbagfolly ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@dHolbach77 Strong yet vulnerable is a very important combination. You don't want to be weak, but you also don't want to have a wall up all the time either.

    • @JDC701
      @JDC701 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      ​@@dHolbach77you're really stretching to be offended here. Many men have these comments made about them. Small, strong and vulnerable describes many artists. David Bowie described Trent Reznor of NIN in the same way back in the 90s, in an interview with Trent sat to his side. These comments are not made in any way negatively, so I'm finding it real hard to see any bigotry here. Relax!

  • @glezpik
    @glezpik ปีที่แล้ว +66

    From Alanis Morrisette yo Björk, from Suzzanne Vega to Shakira, from Tori Amos to Dolores O`Riordan, she influenced a ton of talented singers. Rest in power.

    • @stopbunsen
      @stopbunsen 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Fiona Apple was another

    • @aarongleim4336
      @aarongleim4336 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I don't think Bjork was influenced by anyone

    • @aarongleim4336
      @aarongleim4336 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      She didn't influence Bjork... Bjork been singing since she was a kid, before Sinead... if anything Bjork influenced Sinead

  • @michaelparks6120
    @michaelparks6120 ปีที่แล้ว +370

    She was a passionate and talented woman. Her eyes were windows to that soul. Rest well, Sineade .

    • @Frankincensedjb123
      @Frankincensedjb123 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Aren't all eyes just that

    • @ZainiZaudi
      @ZainiZaudi ปีที่แล้ว

      Semoga ia bersama orang baik dalam ketaatan pada tuhan yang satu Al-Fatihah to sinéad shuhada ameen

    • @Lulumac-p9l
      @Lulumac-p9l ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Maybe spell her name correctly 🤔

    • @michaelparks6120
      @michaelparks6120 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Lulumac-p9l it's rather telling of your nature that all you had to add about a person's death was a comment on my misspelling.

    • @Lulumac-p9l
      @Lulumac-p9l ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @michaelparks6120 not really it's called respect! If you're gonna comment on someone's death have the decency to spell their name correctly..js

  • @jefftaylor844
    @jefftaylor844 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    No pre-recorded vocal tracks - just pure talent. RIP Sinead.

    • @steveleeart
      @steveleeart ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yeah! I just watched a clip of her on Arsenio and she did a song with no instruments, just her beautiful powerful voice. Magical.

  • @vichikes
    @vichikes ปีที่แล้ว +162

    Letterman invited so many up and coming artists back in the 80s. Sinead was just getting recognized in 1988 and he gave her a chance to perform.

    • @HRHDMKYT
      @HRHDMKYT ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Yes. I think Paul Schaeffer had a lot to do with suggesting & choosing the musical talent invited to perform on the show - he was so plugged in, and truly recognized awesome talent. He & his band, arguably the best ever group of musicians on tv, provided fantastic backup for so many of them. So talented. I miss them as much as I miss the old Dave.

    • @hustler3of4culture3
      @hustler3of4culture3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ​@@HRHDMKYT I mean how amazing is it that they could play a version of this song so close to the album version like, the MONTH that this song came out! Amazing band.
      And then she gives a killer performance that is spot on!
      Rest in power Sinead O'Conner🌹

    • @phlhoran12396
      @phlhoran12396 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​​@@hustler3of4culture3 Just utterly brilliant stuff! 🙏🎵💕Rest easy Sinead, fearless and a rebel to the end.

    • @PeteDavidson-yl3ps
      @PeteDavidson-yl3ps ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How to make Dave 40 again? Shave that dam beard lol

    • @phlhoran12396
      @phlhoran12396 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PeteDavidson-yl3ps How very true!!!....... 😅 That always works when I shave! 😛

  • @thequizwizards
    @thequizwizards ปีที่แล้ว +294

    I remember this performance from our beloved Sinead. If you made Letterman and were Irish, it was a big deal. Sinead, Dolores, 2 of the most amazing female voices Ireland has produced, both had big performances on Dave’s show, both now sadly gone, both utterly loved and adored. Forever.

    • @willieweeseArt
      @willieweeseArt ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Grew up with both of them. RIP

    • @bcpme8637
      @bcpme8637 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I remember the performance as well. And I remembered back then thinking how I could tell David respected (and admired) her based on how he rushed over to thank her and shake her hand.

    • @stoicsavage509
      @stoicsavage509 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Took the words out of my mouth Delores and Sinead... 2 absolute Titans.. 2 of the strongest, inspirational, iconic Irish women to ever exist... You'll be missed Sinead... You really were one of a kind 💪💙😭😭

    • @phlhoran12396
      @phlhoran12396 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​​@@stoicsavage509Amen to that. 🙏💕 Two female musical better still Irish icons. RIP both. Sinead was a warrior. ♥️

    • @irishguy200007
      @irishguy200007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't forget Lisa Hannigan

  • @illiamdeebe7579
    @illiamdeebe7579 ปีที่แล้ว +345

    I remember hearing this song for the first time on CFNY Toronto.. Instantly fell in love with her voice. So strong and yet so fragile. She had been through so much in her life and fought back how she could. Took her moment when she was at the top to expose and strike back, and paid a heavy price. More Christ like than all the people who condemned her. Rest in Peace.

    • @heliotrope3345
      @heliotrope3345 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I too remember the first time I saw Sinead, I LOVED her so much!! Still do! She was a total TRAILBLAZER!! So brave and unique!! The world is worse off without you, Sinead! We REALLY needed you here!!

    • @joyegreg
      @joyegreg ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Solid take.

    • @TheHistrionics
      @TheHistrionics ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yeah, CFNY was where we heard everything before everyone else. Not in the UK though, but here in Canada it was the window to the past-future of music. I too heard Sinead O'Connor early on with her first record when she was still considered something of an alternative outsider. I don't remember "Mandinka" as much as the power of "Troy" which seared into my head in a way that few songs ever did. My sister's friend went out and bought the record and left it at our place. I put it on tape and would listen on my Walkman and one time a friend asked me what that weird record was. It crept under people's skin and made an impression, but O'Conner was still a fringe artist at the time. Thankfully, not for long though and the whole world got to know her soon enough. I still have the record today.

    • @kevinknuckles25
      @kevinknuckles25 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Amen

    • @ledzepandhabs
      @ledzepandhabs ปีที่แล้ว +7

      CFNY was where all new and cool things were heard waayyyy before everyone else, and this song was new and cool at the time, her ethereal voice captivated me the moment I heard her. RIP punk warrior.

  • @MitchellRoboto
    @MitchellRoboto ปีที่แล้ว +278

    Sinead O'Connor wasn't fearless. She was brave enough to push past her fear to deliver the goods. Time has proven that she was right about everything. Now the industry leaders who turned their backs or exploited her fragile state time and again are now brave enough to praise her over her grave. They now stand where they should have been standing from day one. I'm sorry that she's not here to see and hear it.

    • @adrianpoesiat
      @adrianpoesiat ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Agreed. The only people who were courageous enough to have her back when the press attacked her were musical friends like Kris Kristofferson.

    • @Qrtuop
      @Qrtuop ปีที่แล้ว +7

      And Morrissey.

    • @TheEvilDrR
      @TheEvilDrR ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Bravery isn't "having no fear," it's fighting on despite your fear. Overcoming fear. That is bravery.

    • @johnotis6764
      @johnotis6764 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      True, but the industry does that to all the people they destroy--Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Amy Winehouse, Kurt Cobain, and on and on.

    • @AgusNizami
      @AgusNizami ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That s**t happen to brave people that way ahead of their time.
      There are only a few good people like this

  • @tylero8595
    @tylero8595 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    She was 22 here. Simply the best.

  • @keithgrillo8096
    @keithgrillo8096 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Mandika was reportedly written when she was 16 years old, a great talent gone too soon. RIP Sinead

    • @jayg4636
      @jayg4636 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s Mandinka. Missing the n

    • @think-islam-channel
      @think-islam-channel ปีที่แล้ว

      She wrote it?! Are you sure.

    • @RazorMouth
      @RazorMouth ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@think-islam-channelyes

    • @think-islam-channel
      @think-islam-channel ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RazorMouth amazing. Not just a good voice then.

  • @sovietsoldierz
    @sovietsoldierz ปีที่แล้ว +36

    That vocal control is wild!

  • @brian32151867
    @brian32151867 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    She had such a rough go of it and lived through a time where it was sadly more about piling on than offering kindness and help. Rest In Peace, Sinead.

    • @adrianpoesiat
      @adrianpoesiat ปีที่แล้ว +20

      She was ahead of her time in her criticism of the Catholic Church and it’s abuses. As we are finding out more now.

    • @Obamaisgey
      @Obamaisgey ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And it’s just getting worse

    • @elizabethshah
      @elizabethshah ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Sadly, the piling on is still here.

    • @meg-k-waldren
      @meg-k-waldren ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ​@@adrianpoesiatI chuckled when CNN recently reporting on her death called it controversial instead of what it is. Very sad its this reality that can't be spoken of. CNN and FOX News are one in the same to me.

    • @nutmegriot209
      @nutmegriot209 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@meg-k-waldrenpeople don't realize Fox, Cnn, Nbc are all part of the same entity (comcast). the rich and religious institutions are all on the same side & its getting worse. i'm glad Sinead could cut through them like a knife. i think they were threatened by her honesty

  • @Missjunebugfreak
    @Missjunebugfreak ปีที่แล้ว +107

    She had one of the most striking voices in music and was such a fearless rebel. I truly hope her soul is resting in peace. 🤍

  • @ikemreacts
    @ikemreacts ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I don't have any clever words, I'm just unbelievably sad. Rest in peace, Sinead. I loved you very much.

  • @gpsart8286
    @gpsart8286 ปีที่แล้ว +239

    That's the 80's for you right there. The band, polished slick, coiffed and looking and sounding like cardboard cut outs. And Sinead, bristling with feral energy, channeling spirits, visceral, and alive - howling out the gate. Undeniably REAL.

    • @aredbee
      @aredbee ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Couldn't agree more!

    • @NotARussianBot999
      @NotARussianBot999 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Meh, not all 80's bands. The Clash, Descendents, X, Specials, Selecter, GoGo's, Red Hots, Minutemen, Pretenders... I could go on and on. You weren't listening to the right bands. ❤

    • @aredbee
      @aredbee ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@NotARussianBot999 i interpreted their comment as referring to the house band, not '80s bands as a whole.

    • @stevef.2549
      @stevef.2549 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It was a really jarring contrast, this glorified wedding band mugging and goofing around while Sinéad was trying her best to focus. Very awkward to watch.

    • @MsDidi38
      @MsDidi38 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And breathtakingly beautiful ❤

  • @NotARussianBot999
    @NotARussianBot999 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Wowee... she was 21 years old there, just a kid but such a powerhouse. A real revolutionary. RIP sweet Irish lassie. ❤

  • @CassieJazz96
    @CassieJazz96 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    The way she goes between chest and falsetto/head voice(correct me, is it head voice or falsetto?) here is astounding! What vocal prowess she had!

  • @playlistpro
    @playlistpro ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I don't know no shame!
    I feel no pain!
    I can't!
    I don't know no shame!
    I feel no pain!
    I can't...see the flame
    gives me chills every time. your strength will live on Sinead

  • @sdl1ishappy
    @sdl1ishappy ปีที่แล้ว +39

    She was a force of nature. Saw her live in 1988 when I was a teenager. It was so amazing to see such a fierce young woman fighting the power and being brilliant. RIP.

  • @fenwayify
    @fenwayify ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Unbridled ferocity. Janis Joplin and Bjork, perhaps a select few others immerse themselves so deeply in a song. None had the purity of tone and range as Sinead. She could melt your heart and scare you into a corner in the same song. I don't think I ever heard a more gifted voice.

  • @rip8564
    @rip8564 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Her voice was an absolute weapon. In word and in song. So much talent is that small body. She was amazing. Her drummer was having an absolute blast BTW. ☘️❤️☘️

  • @reedmartin8212
    @reedmartin8212 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    What is great about this performance is how it starts to dawn on the band that they are catching lightning in a bottle and backing a new superstar, not just some rando, mid-week musical guest. R.I.P. Sinead.

    • @stevef.2549
      @stevef.2549 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I don't think they had a clue what Sinéad was about. It's obvious they thought her music was beneath them, the way they were goofing around and mugging through the whole thing. It wouldn't be the last time she had to deal with music-boy condescension, unfortunately.

    • @michaelrobinson529
      @michaelrobinson529 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Someone else noticed that the drummer was having a blast, it is noticeable how quickly they picked up on her energy.

    • @loosilu
      @loosilu 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      had to watch it again because 0f your comment. Wow you're right!

    • @kristyeldredge2308
      @kristyeldredge2308 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@loosilu They're totally into it by the end. I don't get why Dave seems underwhelmed. Normally he'd say "That was great!" Instead he just thanks her. But maybe he was full awe and struggling not to cry like the rest of us who hear this.

  • @zmazzyhtx
    @zmazzyhtx ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I’ve honestly been tearing up about her death all day listening to her music. She’s been such a massive inspiration to me. She was a true warrior queen. I’m so grateful for the truth she dragged into the light so bravely. Her authentic truths and sound will forever be remembered and respected by those who truly understand. Rest in Power 🖤

    • @redmanmr2
      @redmanmr2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Warrior queen 😂😂😂

    • @soleknight3212
      @soleknight3212 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@redmanmr2 An absolute beast. Anyone who can endure mental suffering - the worst pain in the universe - not to mention stand up to that crowd at the Dylan concert is a true warrior in my eyes

  • @MamaJewels99
    @MamaJewels99 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I had never seen this before and I’m glad that I have. Chills all over. She was exceptional. RIP.❤

  • @beckyfleming8637
    @beckyfleming8637 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Her voice was absolutely amazing,such a tragic loss 😢

  • @sonnyonny4900
    @sonnyonny4900 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I want to personally thank the Lettermen folks for putting this wonderful song up.
    I started high School in 1987 in Baltimore and I can remember standing on the bus stop (we didn't have yellow buses we had to take MTA) talking about this wonderful lady and her musical impact on us. We really liked this lady and I really miss those old friends.

  • @96wordpass
    @96wordpass ปีที่แล้ว +31

    This song is such the perfect combo of punk rock and pop. She was a goddess!

    • @bcpme8637
      @bcpme8637 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Well stated! I couldn't agree more.

    • @phlhoran12396
      @phlhoran12396 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's an absolute belter of a song for sure!!!....... 🎵🙏💕 RIP Sinead. 😓

    • @yinzthrone8703
      @yinzthrone8703 ปีที่แล้ว

      When people say Pop Punk I wish this is what it meant. Instead of Blink 182.

  • @kstepko
    @kstepko ปีที่แล้ว +384

    Sinead wasn’t afraid to take risks in a business driven by beauty and popularity, even when she paid a price: shave her head, release a music video that was just a close up of her face as she sang, and use the platform of her newfound fame to bring light to the sexual abuse crisis in the Catholic church. Unfortunately, the world wasn’t yet ready to heed her warning when it came to the final one. May she rest in peace now.

    • @steelethescene
      @steelethescene ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Kstepko: 👍👍👍👍

    • @vichikes
      @vichikes ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Well said.

    • @janetglover999
      @janetglover999 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Very well sad. Is she dead?

    • @willieweeseArt
      @willieweeseArt ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Unfortunate how through many years, the church warnings are still heard.

    • @kstepko
      @kstepko ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@janetglover999 Yes - she died today at age 56.

  • @honestreviewer3283
    @honestreviewer3283 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My god she was beautiful when she was young. What an amazing talent, and advocate for issues the rest of society wasn't ready to talk about yet. Rest in peace.

  • @mattyboyd4045
    @mattyboyd4045 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    One of the greatest artists EVER.

  • @danadoozer9990
    @danadoozer9990 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I don’t even have the words for how much I admire this woman! She was a phenomenal force!

  • @SandiByrd
    @SandiByrd ปีที่แล้ว +23

    That was a bloody hard song to sing - and one of my favorites to sing on stage in my bedroom lol 🥰 I loved her so much. Breaks my heart to think I'll never hear this live. 😥

  • @haych27
    @haych27 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Rip gorgeous Sinead. The Lion and the Cobra is magnificent. One of my favourite women artists from the 90's that I crushed on. You gave me many hours of joy trying to reach your high notes and the opportunity to release pain through your lyrics. Thanks for being here. 💖🙏

  • @arrrg3846
    @arrrg3846 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Her soul would burst out and dance with her voice ... and touch my soul. 🖤

  • @knaal1671
    @knaal1671 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Love how she sings this song, one moment a sweet catholic choir girl and the next a defiant punk rocker. She made these songs herself, between the age of 15 and 18. Het explanation afterwards: "I just needed to shout..." Brings tears to my eyes every time.

  • @olazet3069
    @olazet3069 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    The soundtrack of my young and wild years. Thank you Sinead, I miss you already 💔

  • @lizzieon7275
    @lizzieon7275 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I can just see her sitting there at the start... silently putting up with absolute TV bullsh*t... just wanting to sing her song.
    RIP Sinead... ❤

    • @20thCB
      @20thCB ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Absolutely. Also why is Jerry Vale holding her hand like a creepy granddad at the end. Yuck.

    • @magneto44
      @magneto44 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      first thing I noticed lol, she was having none of it

  • @t.walker7928
    @t.walker7928 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Hello everybody, my heart was broken today. We are the same age and I love her so. I have fond memories of how I discovered her great voice when she arrived on the scene. I was actually watching the night she performed this on the Grammys. We will always be able to enjoy her great music. God bless everybody, love, Tommy ... she was my favorite female singer. Ironically, my favorite male singer is also from Ireland, shout out to Bono. And U2 is my favorite band. I've seen them 4 times. Thank God for the concerts in Chicago and Indianapolis.

    • @pendragonU
      @pendragonU ปีที่แล้ว

      Too bad to remind you, mr. Bono cuddled so much in-bed-ded with World big shots he sold out his soul.
      Sinead was crushed for exposing one of the biggest honchos in Pedophilia and other clerical A-BUSES. She was railroaded, she expected a different mass reaction than what done against her, however she knew there would be some price to pay, but she said she would do it again a 100 times until listened, if only stopped or reduced, spared some off the abuses.

  • @rosemaryspafalmouth2609
    @rosemaryspafalmouth2609 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I remember when this song was all over the alternative radio scene back then. Love her style and sound so much!

  • @pancake_ghosty
    @pancake_ghosty ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I never knew this was her song...I love this song

  • @MichaelSmith_123
    @MichaelSmith_123 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Stunning, haunting voice still unmatched to this date.
    Controversial, unapologetic, with convictions.
    Really stood up for what she believed in, rarer and rarer to find nowadays.

  • @mrkdrm
    @mrkdrm ปีที่แล้ว +46

    She meant so much to so many of us. I hope she knew that and carried it with her. She'll be so terribly missed.

    • @heliotrope3345
      @heliotrope3345 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree, I felt like she was speaking for me and standing up for me, it was so personal! And the emotion in her voice could get into your heart and soul!

  • @MatimoreAgain
    @MatimoreAgain 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Many many decades from now many singers will be long forgotten or mentioned as an afterthought, but Sinead will be a bright star forever and still inspiring.

  • @angellacanfora
    @angellacanfora ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Fierce! I feel honored to have seen her live when she was at the top of her game back in the day. That she endured so much abuse and persevered to become the great artist she was is such a testament to her strength. RIP Sinead. Gone but never forgotten.❤🌹

  • @heliotrope3345
    @heliotrope3345 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I think this was the first time I saw Sinead and she blew my mind. Here was this tiny woman with an amazing voice and the attitude of an absolute WARRIOR!! I LOVED her and always will!!

  • @MrTodo6969
    @MrTodo6969 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    She truly had a beautiful voice

  • @alecjohnson5269
    @alecjohnson5269 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    AN ABSOLUTE LEGEND OF TALENT

  • @sdalt001
    @sdalt001 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    When you hear an artist sing, the question should always be, "Do you believe them?" THAT is what makes a good singer. Not just range, timbre, etc.
    Do YOU believe THEM, when the speak?
    I believe her every time.

  • @ericm4053
    @ericm4053 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    That pre-chorus, wow. Not much makes the hair stand up on my neck but that does it in spades. Amazing and unforgettable. She delivered more impact in those few seconds than I have in a lifetime of flailing away at guitar noisemaking

    • @susanbarrera2073
      @susanbarrera2073 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right, her voice is causing chills to travel up and down my body !

  • @joycefriedman-jr3hp
    @joycefriedman-jr3hp ปีที่แล้ว +13

    WHAT A VOICE! Sinead was also a voice for marginalized people and suffered great pain herself. A huge loss. She will be so missed.

  • @shelly8043
    @shelly8043 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Rest in Peace Sinead. Hope the pain you had to endure has ended. Thinking of you and your family tonight. You were one of a kind who had a truly beautiful and unique voice.

  • @sch7194
    @sch7194 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Amazing live performance....she sounds great 🕊

  • @robclarkson5356
    @robclarkson5356 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Amazing performance. What a wonderful voice.

  • @patrickryan5570
    @patrickryan5570 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    She was absolutely gorgeous both inside and out - her singing talent was truly enormous - she ruffled a lot of feathers - certainly left her mark on this fractured planet - We can only hope she at peace now and her son Shane is on the other side waiting to give her a hug.

  • @Inc0gnit0229
    @Inc0gnit0229 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    "unique and striking singer-songwriter from Ireland".
    Rest in peace Sinead O'Connor.💗

  • @eyetech08
    @eyetech08 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Bless her soul!!! Her courage, strength and foresight is legendary!!!

  • @DrSRUFI
    @DrSRUFI ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Paul is so happy to both witness and be part of, such a display of raw talent, unique charisma and outstanding voice in such a historic televised moment

  • @TippiGordon
    @TippiGordon ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a voice! What a soul! The world is a darker place without Sinead O'Connor.

  • @mikefields2243
    @mikefields2243 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    She was an original. The highest compliment a singer can receive.

  • @PC-iv5so
    @PC-iv5so ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I always loved this performance. glad David posted it. pure talent. live no tricks.

  • @hummingbird11
    @hummingbird11 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I listened to one of my Sinead albums today,
    so that I could honour her, & everything that she was.
    I remembered all of the lyrics to her songs.
    That means that I must have played her albums over & over again when I was younger.
    Cuz, for the life of me, I cannot remember full lyrics to any songs from this decade.
    Sinead had a large impact on me,
    & she will be sorely missed.
    Rest easy Sinead.
    December 8, 1966- July 26, 2023
    💔

    • @redrocks1983
      @redrocks1983 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well put ... Me too ❤️🕊️

  • @eamonnleyden7040
    @eamonnleyden7040 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Absolutely beautiful inside and out always told the truth and a proper Irish mother.

  • @mariehatton6268
    @mariehatton6268 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    People like this woman are authentic...they lead with their hearts. They go places others are afraid to go ..and yes, "they are touched by fire."

  • @Darkdog65
    @Darkdog65 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I remember seeing this and thinking she had the most beautiful face. Over the years it was evident she had a extremely hard go of things and in hindsight my heart breaks for a very wounded soul. This song just killed it though.....and she did it live, on her own, on national tv and she owned that 5 mins. She really was amazing.

  • @patriciakho3258
    @patriciakho3258 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love Sinead so much! One of the best singers ever!

  • @Justfactsi812
    @Justfactsi812 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Wow I enjoyed the video ❤ She was a vocal genius . She died much to young 💔 only 56yrs . There's lots of empathy in my heart for her and now her family . 😢 😢 😢

    • @kstepko
      @kstepko ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Now that the sexual abuse crisis and her own abuse by her mother has come to light, we realize how cruel and undeserved all of the jokes made about her in the 1990s were.

    • @toreckman8899
      @toreckman8899 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kstepkono.

    • @Justfactsi812
      @Justfactsi812 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kstepko I do know she was abused , but she was I'm sure loved by many, some in her family aswell ! She conveyed her pain in her music and behavior. I hope her abusers are carrying a heavy guilty burden .

  • @rosie245
    @rosie245 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Love this song, powerful performance. Rest in Peace Sinead O Connor. True talent. 🇮🇪

  • @djrinpoche
    @djrinpoche ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Letterman's band having the time of their lives. Miss you so much Sinead.

  • @JackSilbert
    @JackSilbert ปีที่แล้ว +35

    What a performance. What a performer. We failed her. Rest in peace, Sinéad.

    • @balbutie
      @balbutie ปีที่แล้ว

      we failed her, so true.

    • @JackSilbert
      @JackSilbert ปีที่แล้ว

      @@amoxzi She spoke the truth about abuse by the church; we didn't listen. She admitted personal troubles and we stared and poked fun instead of sympathizing and offering a helping hand.

    • @kencraig5824
      @kencraig5824 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bought her albums man. If by "we" you mean an industry that sells polish over substance and a world that uses power to marginalize off side voices then I guess. But we are not complicit by living. It ain't no sin to be glad you're alive.
      That being said: "Fire On Babylon!"

  • @freaktherobot461
    @freaktherobot461 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I remember this like it was yesterday! Her voice could lull a baby to sleep one moment and cut through steel the next. Such amazing range.
    She was so small, so shy and so fragile… yet she stood up to an institution so powerful it almost crushed her.
    RIP Sinéad. You were right and we love you for it.

    • @phlhoran12396
      @phlhoran12396 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amen. 🙏♥️🎵 RIP Sinead O'Connor.

  • @juliawirch2454
    @juliawirch2454 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Beautiful lady, beautiful soul.

  • @user-gt5ou5mg5k
    @user-gt5ou5mg5k ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Omg that voice.... always n will never forget... people just don't no what they lost...💜💜💜 U Sinead

  • @kpodonnell7924
    @kpodonnell7924 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Iconic, beautiful- so sad.

  • @juliecorona9744
    @juliecorona9744 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    ♥️So iconic, brave, ahead of her time 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 💔wow… 😢she never recovered from her broken heart💔from the loss of her beautiful son😭so heart breaking … can’t imagine the day to day pain…. But Now no more pain, you are with your son, hugging him♥️😢💔. I have been her fan since my teens in the 80’s on MTV… May your soul RIP 🙏🙏♥️♥️

  • @tamtamj8787
    @tamtamj8787 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That unique, powerful, beautiful voice...she is brilliant!

  • @vibes7144
    @vibes7144 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    So glad they posted this. I needed more content of my queen. She was so BRAVE. She called out an institution and got absolutely pummeled for it, but then it turned out she was RIGHT. Her mother was terrible to her and society was terrible to her. This Angel is finally back where she belongs. She’s too good for this world. 😢

    • @ansuajo
      @ansuajo ปีที่แล้ว

      Good words

  • @TheElectricBallroom
    @TheElectricBallroom ปีที่แล้ว +75

    The band killed it. The best session players in NYC.

    • @bcpme8637
      @bcpme8637 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They always did!

    • @phlhoran12396
      @phlhoran12396 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just epic really. 🙏🎵♥️

    • @stevef.2549
      @stevef.2549 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Yeah, session hacks who were all about unexciting competence. They didn't kill it, they just did a loud cover band copy of it. The contrast between Sinéad's intense commitment and the band's glib nonchalance was pretty apparent during the second verse, when Sinéad is getting more and more emotional while Will Lee is goofing off behind her back.

    • @briangoodman8990
      @briangoodman8990 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@stevef.2549 totally. she deserved better for this performance.

    • @kilburncounty
      @kilburncounty ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They had a solid mullet game, that's for sure

  • @SkullCrusherzz
    @SkullCrusherzz ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am.seeing this for the first time and gosh, she is just so original and different from anyone else.

  • @Mkolcro
    @Mkolcro ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Amazing. On repeat. So ahead of her time.. what a shame the music industry was controlled by those who saw her power as a threat and instead of being heralded for her courage, she was shunned. RIP trailblazer

  • @RayAFlanagan
    @RayAFlanagan 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just amazing. Unique and powerful.

  • @petetheodocion9542
    @petetheodocion9542 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The Letterman Band and guests like this over and over - what a great time it was

  • @sylvandelacruz
    @sylvandelacruz ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That was amazing. Dang, she really put her body and soul into singing. RIP, darlin' love

  • @12001elly
    @12001elly ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wish that Sinéad was alive to read all of these lovely comments about her. Loved her to bits.

  • @PJV1990
    @PJV1990 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is such an incredible & amazing track. Sinead is spellbinding. Her cover of Nothing Compares 2 U was number one in the charts when I was born so I think I have this almost spiritual connection to her music. Miss You Sinead x

  • @davidellis5141
    @davidellis5141 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    RIP to a unique & wonderful talent.

    • @zxy78267
      @zxy78267 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm here after looking up her various appearances upon hearing about her passing. She was much too young.

    • @genghis_connie
      @genghis_connie ปีที่แล้ว +3

      WHAT? I just watched bc it was on my feed - and she was a big inspiration for my songwriting.
      Oh my. I need to look this up.

  • @DoctorRevers
    @DoctorRevers 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    People are cruel cruel cruel. Covering up for cruel people.
    We need more people like sinead here not less. Amazing song.

  • @gravesend46
    @gravesend46 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The backing musicians. 🤣 Where did they find those clowns?!

  • @craigbutler6243
    @craigbutler6243 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Alot of mental, physical & sexual abuse victims dont have a voice. This lady did her best to be their voice.
    R.I.P. Sinead.

  • @jewel8262
    @jewel8262 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing!!! She was a lovely haunt. Crying as I listen to this!

  • @KarenYChan
    @KarenYChan ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow. This song... just wow.

  • @gilliangirl1
    @gilliangirl1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tiny but mighty. Thank you for sharing our world for this too-short time. RIP.

  • @lisag18
    @lisag18 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    On pitch all the way.
    When she smiled, everything lit up.
    Such a happy smile

  • @sarae.vil3-mx7pm
    @sarae.vil3-mx7pm ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Her discography is more than Nothing Compares 2 U, amazing lyricist with iconics music video's ❤

  • @CAG0629
    @CAG0629 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Truly extraordinary

  • @SKMarcusA
    @SKMarcusA ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Purely original and authentic. Thank you for your gift to all of us....RIP