Ewf,the most Legendary band ever!!! Phillip Bailey, one of the BEST Legendary " falsetto" voices EVER!! CAN'T no race of man sing " true falsetto " like a Black MAN!! Props to him!!
Lived in LA and drove limo for a couple years in late 70s...One morning I got a call telling me to just relax all day. At 5P pickup Earth, Wind and Fire at a Beverly Hills Hotel ..I was thrilled since I was a major fan... From moment one they were gracious. When we got to The Forum they invited me to watch rehearsal. After that they made certain I had a choice seat for the concert. Of course they wanted to eat and relax after the show. Arriving at their favorite restaurant they invited me to eat with them...Stellar evening with these stellar, talented young men...Still thanking them and listening to their music..🙏 Just not on 8 Track.
WOW! I am a 60 yr old white male and I remember in the70s and 80s, rockin out and dancing and singing to EARTH WIND AND FIRE, with ALL my friends of ALL races and nationalities. It truly brought us together with big smiles! We need it back brothers and sisters! :-)
Very well said Carles Francis. As long as we all bleed the same blood love will only come in one color. the color of the heart. Their music unite us as one.
When I pay a load of money to see a show a backside jiggling around in front of me is not what I want to see. Standing up in front of everyone else is selfish and self indulgent.
@@dereklawrence4622 ...Hi Derek! Before purchasing concert tickets, concerts will print a disclaimer stating “guests are allowed to stand during the performance.” Buying tickets in the 1st 3 rows might allow you to sit, but it would depend on the venue, just saying.... I knew this before I saw Journey & Foreigner couple years ago.
I don't care how many props we give to this group of musicians, it will never be enough. I personally think that they kept humanity from losing their freakin' minds during a time when we could have easily and simply depleted our energy from negative, emotional, hate-filled intentions and thoughts. Their music was always there to restore us with love, and it still is.
I was a drummer busking in Las Vegas. Was having a not so great night and myself and a conga player had been working for 4 hours and had like $15 in tips. I was broke, living in a van and it was hot out there. We promised ourselves we wouldn't stop until we made at least $50 each. Then this very elegant and vaguely familiar looking gentleman approaches me and says, "Dude, I was eating across the street and I made it a point to come over here to tell you you can groove your ass off.". It was a nice compliment. I say, "Thanks man it's been a rough night. Are you a drummer?". He says, "Yeah dude. I play with this little band I don't know if you heard of them.". I ask him who's that. He unzips jacket to reveal a backstage all access pass that said "Earth Wind & Fire." It was Ralph Johnson. I look at him and say, "DUUUUUDE!! You're Ralph Johnson?? Holy shit!" and I started rattling off all the EWF songs I'd ever practiced to and learned the parts to and told him how much his playing influenced me. I asked him if he could hang out for 5 minutes just to chat at him. He says, "No man. Like I say I was eating across the street and didn't really have time to come over here in the first place cos I've got a show to get to, but I wanted to make sure I came over here and tell you you've really got it going on, and I've heard a million drummers in my life.". He opens up his wallet and drops a $100 in our bucket. A truly class act. He didn't just make our night, but he inspired me to keep pushing forward and made me feel special. I will never forget.
I am a 75 year old woman who loves Earth Wind and Fire..my daughter took me to see them in concert last summer in Philadelphia..I had the best time and even brought an original album that I bought in 1975 with me.. it was quite a conversation piece.. better late than never..
When you listen to EARTH WIND AND FIRE you feel like you are on a ride thru the cosmos and gliding around the milky way!!!! What a heavenly trip!!!🥰🥰🥰🤩🤩🤩
Thank you for calling that out so many times we forget that the backup singers and supporting musicians are just as amazing. They are never acknowledged thank you for that. I played professionally several years ago and just could not make it. You play gigs like this and get pennies for your time.
LIP Maurice. He’s still Living & singing. With Prince, Mikle J, David Bowie, georgeMikle, Tom Petty, Lennon, George, Bee Gees, Buddy Holly, Lawrence Welk, Freddy Mercury , Whitney, Count Basi, Senatra, DeanMartin, SamiDavis, Elvis, JCarson, Hefner, Maynard Ferguson, JohnDenver, Sharon Carpenter, Johny Cash, plus many more Please help name them. Add to the list-----
greatest super group of all time. '. handsdown played their music at.mt little college in the 70s and a larger station in the mid 80s on .y jaz am show in Austin. 198o s.
2-22-24 There are a plethora of American Singers who can hit higher notes than Cynthia Erivo. These Kennedy Center Honors should be reserved for Tributes by our American Artists.
My mother went to an EWF concert with my father when she was 8 and half months pregnant!!! She said to me she knew I was going to love music as I didn't stop kicking all night!!!! And sure enough. I adore music with everything I am !!!! Thank you EWF
I love the woman who gets up in the audience and starts dancing, not giving a shit about anyone else. "What a bunch of stiffs, I'm getting up!" Everyone else eventually takes the hint.
I've seen her deliver much better performances. This one didn't astound me as she usually does. Its life and the nature of live performances. Everyone has an off night.
@@mnqolivia Was it an off night? or was it her ability to temper and control her voice? Every performance is perhaps not supposed to be sing at the top of my lungs and do as many vocal tricks as I know how to do and make every fn word a run.
@@gwenrenee8641 I think that's what it was. Her performances are usually tasteful and not overdone. The runs I have heard her do are usually deliberately placed. She doesn't do runs for the sake of it. I am also not certain the keys suited her. Those songs, wonderful as they are, did not show off her voice to the best effect.
All 'n All was the first album I ever got -- begged my mom for it. I never stopped listening! 😊 I wanted to put together an EW&F tribute band, but the only musicians I could get who were good enough do justice to the music wanted too much money 😀. Not even gonna _try_ to play EW&F without great musicians. But one of the highlights of my musical life was when I was hired to play for a private high school's year-end performance. They had _lots_ of money, so the band was big and had a great horn section. We played "In The Stone" which I had been wanting to cover for literally decades. The band sounded great (not EW&F great, but still great)! My life could've ended happily after that moment. 😀
61 and pass my love of earth wind and fire to all my 4 to 10 years old kids at school 🥰💃🕺best choreography we have together is "September " 🎉love it! Pure energy!!!!! greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹
John legend is a master vocalist but when the band hit and cynthia slinked out like a black cat in the moonlight she took the night 🌙. That voice and what a tribute. A band on fire too 🔥 thank you earth wind and fire for the music.
Earth Wind and Fire is the greatest band in history!! All of their songs moves you in some way. It's impossible to listen to any of their songs and feel depressed, angry or sad.. It's impossible
One sunny Sunday, years ago, I walked past a house and heard 'That's The Way Of The World' being played by friends just chilling out. Suddenly, my spirit was refreshed and all was well in the world. God had truly touched my soul with Earth Wind and Fire's music that afternoon.
Philip Bailey, a member of the church I attended for 20 years before I moved. He would bless us from time to time with a Christian song and his heavenly falsetto. Lovely man and generous.
Man! I started tearing up. So so so many FABULOUS tunes from those men!!! The orchestration and vocals!!! Wow!!! Man!!! That was our NORMAL music when we turned on the radio!!! Real men jamming!!! No digital noises. No sampling sounds. Men. Men writing and playing music together!!! And ALL races were excited to hear those songs as we got ready for work, school, sports games, walks, dates, and simply living.
I can't believe anyone would dare to give this performance a thumbs down! I'm a classical musician but when I hear this music I want to start dancing and I don't know how to dance, but I just can' t stay still while listening to this incredible music.
@@NorthPhilly-zr7xc Cynthia and the backing musicians did well. The rest of the "front liners" I could have done without, especially John the "Legend only in his own mind" - I had to bypass that entire segment after the first 20-30 seconds.
I didnt know Cynthia Erivo, when she started singing "Reasons", my favorite EWF song, I fell in love immediately and started crying. Quarantine made me sensible.
Every time I watch one of these KCH shows, I'm always so impressed with the orchestra. They are absolutely no joke. They recreate the song just as it was meant to be played. Kudos to each member.👍💯💞
why does no one ever talk about what an amazing show Neyo always puts on. that man never fails to deliver, hes a true 360° performer. annnnd.... his look is on point 1000% of the time. Quality👌
So blessed to be a 70s baby....we grew up with some of the best music EVER!!! And you are damn right lady in the red dress, it's disrespectful to hear EWF and not get off your ass!!! Respect the elements!!!
I absolutely love Verdine, how emotionally connected he is to the music regardless if it's him on stage or not. Never once was I ever disappointed to see him perform live, you knew every night was like he first night, just magic. Bass player aside, the soul this man has transcends the norm. Zero ego, all about the wonderment of music, Verdine, you are a legend.
Verdine is an absolute funk master. Any interview I've seen him give, his good nature shines through. I think the performance of Can't Hide Love seemed to have brought him to tears. We all miss Maurice!
The Essential Elements!!! Their music was performed at the highest level by John Legend, Cynthia Eric, Ne-Yo, and the Jonas Brothers!!!!! Those background singers, and that band!!!! I was in high school-in the 70's so this music is the soundtrack of my youth....and It is timeless. I will save this video and replay it often.
I'm respecting The Jonas Brothers more now... They hold themselves gracefully for this. They did actually justice for one of the most brilliant tracks ever.
If you watch Nick Jonas video Jealous in the beginning there's a sign with the word GRATITUDE on it. Nick often says they're one of his influences. Almost missed the reference until I watched this twice. And yes grest preformance by the brothers. Grew up to Eartg Wind & Fire so enjoyed this.
@@cockerspanishgirlkiri9974 😅😅😅 Yeah, not so much... But I can appreciate the times they actually do it right... I hold no gruges against them either. They're just ok for me... But, yeah, sometimes they do a nice job, and who am I to say otherwise, right? 😉
This was one of the best Kennedy Center Honors tributes that I had the pleasure to enjoy. It felt like I was right there in the audience enjoying the music. All of the musical tributes were tops. I enjoyed everybody. Nobody will ever compare to Earth, Wind and Fire. They are just incomparable. Thank you Maurice White for your vision and sharing your musical genius with us. We love you. The music will live on. Congrats!
I'd be honored if some EWF fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal YT performance of SEPTEMBER th-cam.com/video/94PzZCZOV0o/w-d-xo.html in tribute to Maurice White, the legendary vocalist and co-writer of the song who passed away in 2016. Live acoustic with no autotune. Peace and everybody have a great September.
I grew up in Memphis... I was privileged to live it the first time.. Motown is in my blood no matter how much of a white southern rocker I am. Thank God for AM radio back in the day.... and some early tolerance in my life
I love many musicians, but Earth Wind and Fire is still my most favorite musician. I am really honored they came to our restaurant in Japan and met them personally.
A part of American history. This band is played a huge part in making this country the leader in entertainment. I grew up listening to this music and modeled my own singing after Phillip Bailey. Not trying to reach his status but instead, using it as an inspiration. God bless you Maurice for creating a legend!
If You're not on your feet when this music is playing, you have to be dead inside. EWF wasn't just the sound of a generation. It was music to be shared for all generations. As my wife is fond of saying. When Earth, Wind & Fire are playing. "I am in my elements".
@@dannagordon9618 Hey Danna, TOTALLY AGREE, FABULOUS RENDITIONS FROM ALL STARS. RIP THE GREAT MAURICE WHITE, GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. Cheers Ruth from Australia 🇭🇲❤❤❤❤💋
Earth, Wind and Fire is the BEST BAND for. I was in grade school when I first heard them and now I’m 54 and still my no. 1 fave band👏👏👏👏 Chtynthia Erivo’s voice is soothing❤️❤️
Growing up with Earth, Wind & Fire was iconic. To this day this music sends chills through me and the feelings of happy times. At 68 years old I feel like I am in my 30's and 40's when I listen to this amazing musical magic. Thank you EW&F for all the memories made listening to you.
Cynthia Erivo.....I’ve never heard of her until today and WOOOOW!!!😍🔥 she is talented! John legend was perfect for the opening act🔥 Ne-Yo did aiiiiight, nice leg work👌🏾I like the Jonas Brothers but that damn Nick 😍🔥yassssss! and lastly, that BAND!!!🔥 background singers yasssss....we need BACKGROUND SINGER AWARDS!!!!! 😂😂 can I dream??!!!
I saw earth wind and fire in Vancouver around 1980. I was kind of dragged their by my friends. I was more of a led zep girl. We had seats way up the the nose bleed section. It was hands down one of the best concerts i have ever been to! The music, the talent, the musicians and of course, throw in magic. It was perfection! Everyone was on their feet all the way up to the crappy seats the entire show! I have loved them ever since.
Thank GOD that we are able to time capsule this Fantastic Group for future generations...because there will absolutely never be another like it ever again! This brought tears to my eyes as I recall the days of my youth when in 1976 I was blessed to see this great group along with the Emotions. Anybody remember besides Me?
r u kidding! I will be going to a live performance in Wheatland, CA HardRock Cafe this coming June 16, 2023! If they are within 200 miles I make sure I am there!!! I play their music every morning on the way to work to make my day a great one!!
4:08 - John Legend - Can't Hide Love 9:28 - Cynthia Erivo - Fantasy/Reasons 12:40 - Ne Yo - Shining Star/Sing a Song 15:30 - Jonas Brothers - Boogie Wonderland 19:28 - Bonus - September
@@febriandhani4859 No I was not referring to you . I was thanking the person who posted the times of the songs because I did not want to listen to all of them. Only the last one. Sorry for the confusion.
Im so emotional while watching this video. Earth wind and fire deserves all the respect as an artist in the whole world. Their music lives in my heart forever!!!
Saludos desde chile les amo a todos y cada uno de este grupo con el cual baile en mk juventud,ahora tengo 57 años y sigo bailando con ustedes,loz vi en el festibal de viña ,son los mejores ,larga vida y a seguir deleitandonos con su musica gracias por tanto amigos ,mucho amor para ustedes ❤🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳
I watch these Kennedy Center Honors all the time and I can tell you I have NEVER seen a tribute as rousing as this one with the crowd up and dancing! Superb
This was an absolutely beautiful tribute to one of the greatest musical acts of all time! I'm 52 and listened to them growing up because my parents always played them. Today, I mostly listen to dance music but still have Earth Wind and Fire on my playlist and always will.
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Who is here listening in 2024. Love this legendary band.
I love her, I am Venezuelan, I lived this unforgettable beautiful time with this group and others that were playing at that time ❤
Yesssss find my post I just saw this tribute❤❤❤❤ 6/15/2024
Me too right now
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The greatest band ever and forever!!!!!❤❤❤,never be the same without this Band
My FAVORITE BAND FOREVER. I don't care who comes along. There will never be another band like Earth, Wind & Fire!!!
They're gonna be touring with Chicago next summer! Ive seen Chicago 3 times and they're still amazing too.but BOTH is gonna be amazing
Ewf,the most Legendary band ever!!! Phillip Bailey, one of the BEST Legendary " falsetto" voices EVER!! CAN'T no race of man sing " true falsetto " like a Black MAN!! Props to him!!
DITTO
Yeah i love this band ❤ the reason
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Can we please take a moment to acknowledge the musicians and backing vocals...🔥🔥🔥
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Thank you 🙏🏽! Absolutely and always... also not forgetting the sound, lighting, AV and broadcast techs
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exactly ..the band is killin it !!
the band is the only thing keeping this song from becoming a cabaret. personally didn't like Legend's vocals over a song like Can't Hide Love
Lived in LA and drove limo for a couple years in late 70s...One morning I got a call telling me to just relax all day. At 5P pickup Earth, Wind and Fire at a Beverly Hills Hotel ..I was thrilled since I was a major fan... From moment one they were gracious.
When we got to The Forum they invited me to watch rehearsal. After that they made certain I had a choice seat for the concert.
Of course they wanted to eat and relax after the show. Arriving at their favorite restaurant they invited me to eat with them...Stellar evening with these stellar, talented young men...Still thanking them and listening to their music..🙏 Just not on 8 Track.
Great story!
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I need a book to movie!!!
I listen still on 8 track.😅
You were beyond fortunate to be in that space and time! Divine Appointment!!
WOW! I am a 60 yr old white male and I remember in the70s and 80s, rockin out and dancing and singing to EARTH WIND AND FIRE, with ALL my friends of ALL races and nationalities. It truly brought us together with big smiles! We need it back brothers and sisters! :-)
Charles Francis ❤❤
That truth no More discrimination where ever white black indiam yellow all of web are human been
@@deloreshill3382 Love you too Delores!
Very well said Carles Francis. As long as we all bleed the same blood love will only come in one color. the color of the heart. Their music unite us as one.
So do I
Who doesn't love earth wind & fire????
Great group, great songs but unfortunately they were almost unknown in Russia
Still Fabulous...even though Mo is gone...he lives in the rest of them❤😊
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But can we talk about THOSE HORNS????? My guys on the trumpets were killin' it!!!
J-Dub straight screamin
They're on point👌
Thank you!
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Can’t Hide Love turned the whole world into sopranos for 20 seconds!! God bless you Phillip Bailey!!!
I will never ever get over Cynthia Erivo’s voice, it’s so soft and calming.
Her voice was a thing of beauty!
I’m still mad she didn’t win a award for her song Stand Up
Her tone was so distinguishable, quality of a silk-velvety honey
She just flawless, I'm saying
I wish The Emotions could have been there to sing Boogie Wonderland.
That lady in the red dress is a hero. She was like you may not stand but I will.
minnied84 was just about to comment on that but you beat me to it.
My thoughts exactly!!! Who can sit still with this going on. Bravo!
@@GODDESS1966 550k!
When I pay a load of money to see a show a backside jiggling around in front of me is not what I want to see. Standing up in front of everyone else is selfish and self indulgent.
@@dereklawrence4622 ...Hi Derek! Before purchasing concert tickets, concerts will print a disclaimer stating “guests are allowed to stand during the performance.” Buying tickets in the 1st 3 rows might allow you to sit, but it would depend on the venue, just saying....
I knew this before I saw Journey & Foreigner couple years ago.
There's not a soul on earth that does not love EW&F. Their music will live on and inspire forever!
Agree
I know one person who doesn’t like them. I’m still wondering if they need medical help lol
@@kennethirvin1616 They for sure need medical help lol
All around the wolrd
The legend the Great Moments 🙏👍💪
I don't care how many props we give to this group of musicians, it will never be enough. I personally think that they kept humanity from losing their freakin' minds during a time when we could have easily and simply depleted our energy from negative, emotional, hate-filled intentions and thoughts. Their music was always there to restore us with love, and it still is.
Agreed 👍
we need a maurice white rn
💯 well said!
Certainly.
Beautiful comment
I was a drummer busking in Las Vegas. Was having a not so great night and myself and a conga player had been working for 4 hours and had like $15 in tips. I was broke, living in a van and it was hot out there. We promised ourselves we wouldn't stop until we made at least $50 each.
Then this very elegant and vaguely familiar looking gentleman approaches me and says, "Dude, I was eating across the street and I made it a point to come over here to tell you you can groove your ass off.". It was a nice compliment. I say, "Thanks man it's been a rough night. Are you a drummer?". He says, "Yeah dude. I play with this little band I don't know if you heard of them.". I ask him who's that. He unzips jacket to reveal a backstage all access pass that said "Earth Wind & Fire." It was Ralph Johnson. I look at him and say, "DUUUUUDE!! You're Ralph Johnson?? Holy shit!" and I started rattling off all the EWF songs I'd ever practiced to and learned the parts to and told him how much his playing influenced me. I asked him if he could hang out for 5 minutes just to chat at him. He says, "No man. Like I say I was eating across the street and didn't really have time to come over here in the first place cos I've got a show to get to, but I wanted to make sure I came over here and tell you you've really got it going on, and I've heard a million drummers in my life.". He opens up his wallet and drops a $100 in our bucket. A truly class act. He didn't just make our night, but he inspired me to keep pushing forward and made me feel special. I will never forget.
I'm an LA based Drummer myself and I loved that story --- thanks for sharing it.
That's so surreal! Thank you for sharing your story. All the best!
THAT was so cool!!!
i'm a really shitty drummer and once he gave me $200 to stop and go home. sounds like he got a better deal with you.
TOM#! And Riya
Cynthia Erivo has one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard.
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Sam Costanza I agree the most amazing talented voice ever.
So simple and pure, nothing too flashy, just stunning
Beyonce's envy
...and her style - love it!!
I feel older generation saw music as passion and joy more than fame and fans. Unlike today’s singers.
Agreed
True
A truer statement has not been made.
You hit it out the park truth yes the love of it
Except for Bruno Mars, I totally agree...
I am a 75 year old woman who loves Earth Wind and Fire..my daughter took me to see them in concert last summer in Philadelphia..I had the best time and even brought an original album that I bought in 1975 with me.. it was quite a conversation piece.. better late than never..
Awesome story!!
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The one lady that stood up to dance when nobody else was, was me at a past EWF concert! Like how can you not dance 💃
Lol I am dancing now.
When I saw you standing up I sad to myself this is it she's doing the right thing.Respect...
you are totally right .
You weren't with the right crowd. Those people were all there to be seen.
Thank You! I look back over past live performances and I think how in the world can they sit in the presence of greatness! STAND!!!
Cynthia Erivo glides through that song like butter on a warm pancake. So beautiful!
When you listen to EARTH WIND AND FIRE you feel like you are on a ride thru the cosmos and gliding around the milky way!!!! What a heavenly trip!!!🥰🥰🥰🤩🤩🤩
And I find I can't just listen--I have to watch the videos of Maurice and Phil singing and dancing to that music that was/is like nobody else's.
GREAT WAY TO DESCRIBE THIS!
You are so damn right.
Absolutely...🥰🥰🥰
yes, I feel the same way
I'm 23 but I really love listening songs from Earth, Wind and Fire. There's no other done and there will never be Earth, Wind and Fire anymore
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Their music transcend all cultures and races; so much love.
Yes
Sim! 💕💕💕
I love this band!! From Argentina..
No gangster bullshit here
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The instrumental musicians and backup singers deserve a tremendous amount of credit. Horns are powerful!
They did a great job with “can’t hide love”! “I betchaaa” that part gave me chills😆
Horns = EW&F trademark!
Yes The great place and music moments 🙏💪🙏👍
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Thank you for calling that out so many times we forget that the backup singers and supporting musicians are just as amazing. They are never acknowledged thank you for that. I played professionally several years ago and just could not make it. You play gigs like this and get pennies for your time.
RIP Maurice. A great honor he should have been here for.
LIP Maurice. He’s still Living & singing. With Prince, Mikle J, David Bowie, georgeMikle, Tom Petty, Lennon, George, Bee Gees, Buddy Holly, Lawrence Welk, Freddy Mercury , Whitney, Count Basi, Senatra, DeanMartin, SamiDavis, Elvis, JCarson, Hefner, Maynard Ferguson, JohnDenver, Sharon Carpenter, Johny Cash, plus many more Please help name them.
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Allen Kaul Kurt cobain
They should have received this when he was alive for sure years ago. Long overdue...
greatest super group of all time. '.
handsdown
played their music at.mt little college in the 70s and a larger station in the mid 80s on .y jaz am
show in Austin. 198o s.
feel so rry for this generation who did not hear great, great music
like this .
Cynthia is a treasure and her voice is EXQUISITE! HIT that high note girl!
Don't know what rock I've been living under, but I've never heard her before. What...A... VOICE!!!
Ha ha! DITTO!!!!!!!!!🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️💖💖💖 My feelings, EXACTLY to the “T”!!!!!!! WOWSA!!!!
True @@user-md4di6yg2p
Never heard about her & was shocked to hear someone sings like an angel & has disappeared & we young generation doesn't know someone like that exists.
2-22-24 There are a plethora of American Singers who can hit higher notes than Cynthia Erivo. These Kennedy Center Honors should be reserved for Tributes by our American Artists.
Everybody did their thang BUT Cynthia’s voice was 😳😱🥵🤯🔥🔥🔥
12:41 thanks to that red dress lady who stand up and shows everyone how to truly enjoy Earth wind and fire's music.
So sad that Maurice White wasn't alive anymore to be at the ceremony!
exactly
You are absolutely correct..
She looked behind like, “why is no one else up?”
Thank you i dont need to be told how to enjoy Earth Wind :)
Anyone who grew up in the era of Earth,Wind ,and Fire,truly appreciates this! ✌🏻
YES!
I did not but I appreciate it. ✌️😊
Yass!! And that's meeeee!!!!
Yes!!!!
Absolutely!!
My mother went to an EWF concert with my father when she was 8 and half months pregnant!!! She said to me she knew I was going to love music as I didn't stop kicking all night!!!! And sure enough. I adore music with everything I am !!!! Thank you EWF
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Probably the best Kennedy Centers Honors performance in the history of the honors.
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That backing band is on fire.
Is!
RiP Maurice. We love you and will NEVER forget you. 👼
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Bee Gees and Earth Wind & Fire, the best of the best. 2 monsters, 2 giants...!!! No other than those 2 in my opinion!
Hands down!!!!!!!
Just awesome
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I love the woman who gets up in the audience and starts dancing, not giving a shit about anyone else. "What a bunch of stiffs, I'm getting up!" Everyone else eventually takes the hint.
And she looks around like "what's up"? Ya'll not dancing?!..
Was wondering who had the courage to do that!...I couldn't sit down with that sweet music💃💃💃
@@favoredloved2441 🤣🤣🤣 that’s the part what got me cracking up 🤣🤣
How can you not move to EWF!! Maybe if you're not human!!
It's the power of one! And, everyone else got up too :)
Cynthia Erivo does a fantastic job with her calmness and pitch and range
Phoebe Snow can blow too💨💨💨high notes my goodness
I've seen her deliver much better performances. This one didn't astound me as she usually does. Its life and the nature of live performances. Everyone has an off night.
@@mnqolivia Was it an off night? or was it her ability to temper and control her voice? Every performance is perhaps not supposed to be sing at the top of my lungs and do as many vocal tricks as I know how to do and make every fn word a run.
@@gwenrenee8641 I think that's what it was. Her performances are usually tasteful and not overdone. The runs I have heard her do are usually deliberately placed. She doesn't do runs for the sake of it. I am also not certain the keys suited her. Those songs, wonderful as they are, did not show off her voice to the best effect.
She did it all. Trained & restrained. Classy
Earth, Wind, and Fire. Was there ever a band like them? Many have imitated but not shined as brightly. A well-deserved honor.
Ronald Moore.
Just hear 2 notes, and you know it's EWF - and can sing all the lyrics. "Bah dee aah dee aah dee aah!"
Right on/you go ,sister!!😙🈯🐍🐍↙😝🈵🈯🈺🏤😭😭🎥ℹ↙🐍🌆🎥🈲🐗ℹ🆖🈺
Never was, never will be. 💖
agree, they're masters of masters.
Listening in 2023! Cynthia Erivo’s voice is just magical
Listening in 2024 and 💯💯💯 what U wrote!
And now she’s a wicked star!!!!! she is phenomenal
I’m a die hard EWF. Fan. I must give John Legend, his props. He did great
Yesss he did a fabulous job 👏 😀 ❤
He ain't Maurice White but he was great.
Absolutely.
John, Cynthia and Neyo was all great!
OMG! He’s amazing. My favorite version of this song!
Cynthia Ervivo did them Justice.
Her voice is magic
I am 62......& in the 70s.....E W & Fire
.... felt like they came from Heaven
God Bless 'em.....!
They were in a class by themselves.
I’m 63 and I’m still listening
All 'n All was the first album I ever got -- begged my mom for it. I never stopped listening! 😊
I wanted to put together an EW&F tribute band, but the only musicians I could get who were good enough do justice to the music wanted too much money 😀. Not even gonna _try_ to play EW&F without great musicians.
But one of the highlights of my musical life was when I was hired to play for a private high school's year-end performance. They had _lots_ of money, so the band was big and had a great horn section. We played "In The Stone" which I had been wanting to cover for literally decades. The band sounded great (not EW&F great, but still great)! My life could've ended happily after that moment. 😀
@Denise Eugene,64 and listening too!
61 and pass my love of earth wind and fire to all my 4 to 10 years old kids at school 🥰💃🕺best choreography we have together is "September " 🎉love it! Pure energy!!!!! greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹
John legend is a master vocalist but when the band hit and cynthia slinked out like a black cat in the moonlight she took the night 🌙. That voice and what a tribute. A band on fire too 🔥 thank you earth wind and fire for the music.
I SO AGREE with you!!!
I'm 63 and have liked them since 1975 when I herd their song Yearnin Learnin in English class.
Yessss ❤❤❤❤❤
Reba you are a incredible singer without a doubt. Michael Day ❤
Best John Legend has ever sounded. The quality of these songs is something else 👌
I was pleasantly surprised by his performance. It was great!
@@c.t.jackson272 same here, I'm not a fan but I thought it was great!
No alcanza el rango de Maurice
@@robertocarlosdavilamoran4361 He is not supposed to 🙄
Loved it!
Earth Wind and Fire is the greatest band in history!! All of their songs moves you in some way. It's impossible to listen to any of their songs and feel depressed, angry or sad.. It's impossible
One sunny Sunday, years ago, I walked past a house and heard 'That's The Way Of The World' being played by friends just chilling out. Suddenly, my spirit was refreshed and all was well in the world. God had truly touched my soul with Earth Wind and Fire's music that afternoon.
So true man! Impossible.
@@evertonporter7887 saw these guys in 76. Great show
So true. The songs uplift your spirit.
I don't think any r&b group is best but I think the o'jays are as good as earth wind and fire.
Imagine, a people who have gone through the racism and oppression of America, and this is what they come up with. All of my respect!
I'll always appreciate their gifts they gave to us... timeless pieces of music.
Excellent observation
@Lydia Frazier Thanks for reminding me of that song. They used to call it soul music. Oh yeah.
Absolutely... respect...please bring back respect to our ailing Nation 🇺🇲🖤💛
Cynthia’s voice is liquid gold
The most Spiritual and soul touching band ever.
Love earth wind fire music will. forever live in our hearts.
Yes there music is heavenly...and spiritual..
Philip Bailey, a member of the church I attended for 20 years before I moved. He would bless us from time to time with a Christian song and his heavenly falsetto. Lovely man and generous.
Cynthia Erivo her voice is something else.... Just beyond beautiful.
yeah it was amazing
She is a little powerhouse
Wow, she was fantastic!!
Youthful sounding.
She outperformed and outclassed all the other "singers" John Legend is such an overrated nothing and Ne Yo and the Jonas are not far behind.
Cynthia Erivo. Magnificent. A voice like caramel coated in gold dust.
She could play Mary J Blige
Yes They were🙏 the Great voice ever 👍💪🙏
she absolutely delivered, I truly love Cynthia Erivo.
Such a pleasing sound, like butter to the ears!
First time I have ever seen her or even heard of her. She’s damn amazing.
The band was tight AF!!! And the back up singers too. Magical!!! 😍👍
My fave❤❤❤
My boy was born the 21st night of September, 2012, at 6:10pm. It was a Friday. We play it for him every birthday.
Man! I started tearing up. So so so many FABULOUS tunes from those men!!! The orchestration and vocals!!! Wow!!! Man!!! That was our NORMAL music when we turned on the radio!!! Real men jamming!!! No digital noises. No sampling sounds. Men. Men writing and playing music together!!! And ALL races were excited to hear those songs as we got ready for work, school, sports games, walks, dates, and simply living.
Our everyday playlist turned into legend
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I can't believe anyone would dare to give this performance a thumbs down! I'm a classical musician but when I hear this music I want to start dancing and I don't know how to dance, but I just can'
t stay still while listening to this incredible music.
A bunch of young kids that don't know music
@@NorthPhilly-zr7xc Cynthia and the backing musicians did well.
The rest of the "front liners" I could have done without, especially John the "Legend only in his own mind" - I had to bypass that entire segment after the first 20-30 seconds.
My fave since i was kid 🙏👍🙏
My legend group music 👍🙏
Superb musicians.
Have excelled in 40 years.
As a classical
Pianist and violinist, all I can say, these are truly gems of music!
The way she bends that note at 11:45. So subtle & musical. She is wonderful, what a voice.
Honouring the greatest band in the world
I agree 1million percent.
You are so right! No other musicians produce happiness as the do!!!
*laugh in the Beatles
@@nelsonde5081 Amen
Junior Hamer what a joke , they are so good but nobody can beat the Beatles.
This woman nailed it , I can't believe her voice, in my mind she did Earth Wind and Fire a true justice...
I had the same thought! amazing voice
EWF not easy to duplicate, she did a fantastic job! John Legend on point, Jonas Brother great job as well Neo good job!
Ronald Araica True Justice
Ronald Araica True Justice
You had to have a woman sing Fantasy to do PB justice!
Steven Spielberg vibing to Boogie Wonderland is iconic 💯💯💯
Inesquecivel e emocionante amo eles
Yeah that's was awesome
So that WAS him.. I was like, "is that Spielberg?" That was cool.
Get over yourself.
Yeah, I got a kick out of that
I think this is John Legend's best performance ever
Please don't take offense but that's not saying much. He doesn't have a great voice nor range, he's just plain average.
Is it a reach to call September one of the greatest songs ever? Such a jam
It is right up there at the top for sure.
Nope. Not even a stretch.
Nope….fabulous!!
My birthday is the 21st of September so yeah it’s the best song ever! 😁
@@tamlynn786 my boyfriend too👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
THE BADDEST BAND IN THE WHOLE WORLD, EARTH, WIND, AND FIRE! RIP MAURICE!
Better know it‼️🙏🏼👑
I didnt know Cynthia Erivo, when she started singing "Reasons", my favorite EWF song, I fell in love immediately and started crying. Quarantine made me sensible.
So right...She was sent down from another planet
she starred in the Color Purple on Broadway and played Harriet Tubman
I feel you
@@zachcory123 she was the best...wow could not stop listening and i missed seen Barack & Michelle there.
I got the same vibe. Her voice gives me chills, grateful I got to see her in The Color Purple 💯
Every time I watch one of these KCH shows, I'm always so impressed with the orchestra. They are absolutely no joke. They recreate the song just as it was meant to be played. Kudos to each member.👍💯💞
why does no one ever talk about what an amazing show Neyo always puts on. that man never fails to deliver, hes a true 360° performer. annnnd.... his look is on point 1000% of the time. Quality👌
Everyone is talking about Cynthia's voice, but can we talk about that dress for a min? Stunning!
YES, PLEASE!!! SHE WAS GORGEOUS!!!!!
I've watched this at least 20 times...when she introduces Ne-Yo, she backs up and you can clearly see it's actually pants...BEAUTIFUL!!
She looked like a goddess!!
SUPERB AFRICAN QUEEN DRESSED AS A PRETTY PRINCESS !! When she entered it was magic so so charismatic and so natural with no artifice ! 💯 %
@missA m And why not?
So blessed to be a 70s baby....we grew up with some of the best music EVER!!! And you are damn right lady in the red dress, it's disrespectful to hear EWF and not get off your ass!!! Respect the elements!!!
Yesss Mee Too great decade
Totally agree. I say this all the time...1975🥰
I have never seen such an elegant, yet sexy performance as John Legen's Can't Hide Love here. One of my favourite covers BY FAR, so perfect.
Yes, I thought it was just me John did his thing ❤❤❤
I agree. I didn't even know John could get down like that! He was amazing on this song.
Their music was so technically sound, almost every high school and college band was required to play it. Just superior music!!!
John Legend's performance was mighty smooth. EWF are a blessing to humanity.
Amen! Heaven must look like this!!!
Legend looks like Curious George.
Legend is sooo amazing and beautiful
He made me cry
I absolutely love Verdine, how emotionally connected he is to the music regardless if it's him on stage or not. Never once was I ever disappointed to see him perform live, you knew every night was like he first night, just magic. Bass player aside, the soul this man has transcends the norm. Zero ego, all about the wonderment of music, Verdine, you are a legend.
you got that right
I've had the pleasure of seeing EW&F at least a dozen times, and you're right - I simply cannot stop watching Verdine.
And he dance...everytime
Hello Thonkus.....merry Christmas 🌲
Verdine is an absolute funk master. Any interview I've seen him give, his good nature shines through. I think the performance of Can't Hide Love seemed to have brought him to tears. We all miss Maurice!
I've been a metalhead since like... forever, but earth wind and fire and also ABBA always have soft spot in my heart
Earth, wind & fire is certainly one of the greatest bands of all times. They bring us all together beyond all the differences.
The Essential Elements!!! Their music was performed at the highest level by John Legend, Cynthia Eric, Ne-Yo, and the Jonas Brothers!!!!! Those background singers, and that band!!!! I was in high school-in the 70's so this music is the soundtrack of my youth....and It is timeless. I will save this video and replay it often.
I'm respecting The Jonas Brothers more now... They hold themselves gracefully for this. They did actually justice for one of the most brilliant tracks ever.
If you watch Nick Jonas video Jealous in the beginning there's a sign with the word GRATITUDE on it. Nick often says they're one of his influences. Almost missed the reference until I watched this twice. And yes grest preformance by the brothers. Grew up to Eartg Wind & Fire so enjoyed this.
Yeah, they hold together and it was a good rendition. Nick Jonas put up some pretty high noted there
Yassssssssss.........#fangurlniw😂😂😂
@@cockerspanishgirlkiri9974 😅😅😅 Yeah, not so much... But I can appreciate the times they actually do it right... I hold no gruges against them either. They're just ok for me... But, yeah, sometimes they do a nice job, and who am I to say otherwise, right? 😉
Agreed😀
Not gonna lie. John Legend killed it.
Agreed
No wonder why he's a Legend
He did!
This was one of the best Kennedy Center Honors tributes that I had the pleasure to enjoy. It felt like I was right there in the audience enjoying the music. All of the musical tributes were tops. I enjoyed everybody. Nobody will ever compare to Earth, Wind and Fire. They are just incomparable. Thank you Maurice White for your vision and sharing your musical genius with us. We love you. The music will live on. Congrats!
I'd be honored if some EWF fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal YT performance of SEPTEMBER th-cam.com/video/94PzZCZOV0o/w-d-xo.html in tribute to Maurice White, the legendary vocalist and co-writer of the song who passed away in 2016. Live acoustic with no autotune. Peace and everybody have a great September.
They do a great job every year.
This and the induction of Led Zeppelin. The Wilson sisters tribute to ‘Stairway to Heaven was unforgettable!
Que suerte la tuya,me hubiera encantando estar hay.
I also liked the tribute to Paul McCartney. Steven Tyler brought the house down.
I grew up in Memphis... I was privileged to live it the first time.. Motown is in my blood no matter how much of a white southern rocker I am. Thank God for AM radio back in the day.... and some early tolerance in my life
Cynthia Erivo with a majestic and powerful voice!
John Legend is stellar!!!
Have mercy!!!
@@barbarawagner2888 Neil Young. Get on it.
I didn't know John legend could throw down like that! Loved it❤
I love many musicians, but Earth Wind and Fire is still my most favorite musician. I am really honored they came to our restaurant in Japan and met them personally.
you were blessed june! they are my heart : ) stay well honey!
Blessed you!
SOMEONE STILL WATCHING IN DECEMBER 2020??? WE MISSING THAT!🤩😣
I am
Me tooooooooooo!!!!! Especially John Legend ;)
Yess
Yes, totally.
yes here
I just love Cynthia Erivo. She killed "Reasons" totally.
Completely.
Flossie Nartey Shes a Goddess
Flossie Nartey yes she did
@@janestevens3379 ii
Her notes are so pure!
A part of American history. This band is played a huge part in making this country the leader in entertainment. I grew up listening to this music and modeled my own singing after Phillip Bailey. Not trying to reach his status but instead, using it as an inspiration. God bless you Maurice for creating a legend!
If You're not on your feet when this music is playing, you have to be dead inside. EWF wasn't just the sound of a generation. It was music to be shared for all generations. As my wife is fond of saying. When Earth, Wind & Fire are playing. "I am in my elements".
EWF is my official driving song. If was to stand on my feet, I'd be dead. On the outside as well, not just inside.
Feel that emotion??? That's the power of music!!!! You'll never be in a bad mood listening to this!!!! We love and miss you Maurice!!!!
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Thank you Maurice, you made the world a better place RIP
THE BACK VOCALS & MUSICIANS WERE PHENOMENAL ❤❤❤❤. I ENJOYED THIS EMENCELY!!! MS. ERVO, LEGEND, JONAS, NEYO....BRAVO🎉
This was close to perfect. The band was right, the back ground singers was right, and the performers was right. I enjoyed it all. They did great.
Maurice is there singing and dancing with everyone..
AMEN.
@@dannagordon9618 Hey Danna, TOTALLY AGREE, FABULOUS RENDITIONS FROM ALL STARS. RIP THE GREAT MAURICE WHITE, GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. Cheers Ruth from Australia 🇭🇲❤❤❤❤💋
One of the top best Kennedy Center honors tributes ever.
Yesss. Take a look at the Al Green tribute.
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Earth, Wind and Fire is the BEST BAND for. I was in grade school when I first heard them and now I’m 54 and still my no. 1 fave band👏👏👏👏
Chtynthia Erivo’s voice is soothing❤️❤️
i am 65 have and argry whit you
Growing up with Earth, Wind & Fire was iconic. To this day this music sends chills through me and the feelings of happy times. At 68 years old I feel like I am in my 30's and 40's when I listen to this amazing musical magic. Thank you EW&F for all the memories made listening to you.
Cynthia Erivo.....I’ve never heard of her until today and WOOOOW!!!😍🔥 she is talented! John legend was perfect for the opening act🔥 Ne-Yo did aiiiiight, nice leg work👌🏾I like the Jonas Brothers but that damn Nick 😍🔥yassssss! and lastly, that BAND!!!🔥 background singers yasssss....we need BACKGROUND SINGER AWARDS!!!!! 😂😂 can I dream??!!!
Great comment! Same here with Cynthia Erivo. Never heard of her before this. I will be searching her name immediately now.
She played Harriet Tubman in the Harriet movie
She is SOOOOOO Bad Ass Good. If you haven't already check out her many performances in diverse venues and musical settings.
She played Harriet Tubman
Cynthia Erivo is from Great Britain. She also portrays Aretha Franklin in the 2021 movie “Aretha: Genius.” Stunning voice!
I saw earth wind and fire in Vancouver around 1980. I was kind of dragged their by my friends. I was more of a led zep girl. We had seats way up the the nose bleed section. It was hands down one of the best concerts i have ever been to! The music, the talent, the musicians and of course, throw in magic. It was perfection! Everyone was on their feet all the way up to the crappy seats the entire show! I have loved them ever since.
Thank GOD that we are able to time capsule this Fantastic Group for future generations...because there will absolutely never be another like it ever again! This brought tears to my eyes as I recall the days of my youth when in 1976 I was blessed to see this great group along with the Emotions. Anybody remember besides Me?
I saw them in KC MO❤❤❤
r u kidding! I will be going to a live performance in Wheatland, CA HardRock Cafe this coming June 16, 2023! If they are within 200 miles I make sure I am there!!!
I play their music every morning on the way to work to make my day a great one!!
4:08 - John Legend - Can't Hide Love
9:28 - Cynthia Erivo - Fantasy/Reasons
12:40 - Ne Yo - Shining Star/Sing a Song
15:30 - Jonas Brothers - Boogie Wonderland
19:28 - Bonus - September
Thanx a lot!!
hm you guys literally need to read the description tho, it's been there for idk since the video uploaded.
Thanks for the info
@@marysisak2359 description box : am i a joke to you?
@@febriandhani4859 No I was not referring to you . I was thanking the person who posted the times of the songs because I did not want to listen to all of them. Only the last one. Sorry for the confusion.
TODAY is the 21st of September (2020). "Say, do you remember, dancin' in September? Never was a cloudy day!"
My fav EWF hit in 1978. I miss Maurice.
Happy September 21st!
Me too. I also miss maurice
My deceased dad's birthday - and a life long favorite song.
Im so emotional while watching this video. Earth wind and fire deserves all the respect as an artist in the whole world. Their music lives in my heart forever!!!
Saludos desde chile les amo a todos y cada uno de este grupo con el cual baile en mk juventud,ahora tengo 57 años y sigo bailando con ustedes,loz vi en el festibal de viña ,son los mejores ,larga vida y a seguir deleitandonos con su musica gracias por tanto amigos ,mucho amor para ustedes ❤🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳
That is deep because I felt the same way as they were ending the program, very emotional. I grew up loving some Earth, Wind & Fire.
Music as it should be. Bringing people together to celebrate with joy and happiness.
No matter the color of your skin : talents reunited for the legendary EW&F
looks like a load of rich people to me
@@cedcol356 pretty sure he was talking about the artists singing
@@cedcol356 Someome else said tickets were $500ea to attend at The Kennedy Center For Performing Arts.
The background singers and the musicians were the best part of this honor.
I watch these Kennedy Center Honors all the time and I can tell you I have NEVER seen a tribute as rousing as this one with the crowd up and dancing! Superb
There music gives everyone happy feet.. You should've seen the Seniors danced at the St. Augustine show.. One giant party..
Even the stuffy people felt that music. EW&F is the greatest band ever.
LOVE IT!
This was an absolutely beautiful tribute to one of the greatest musical acts of all time! I'm 52 and listened to them growing up because my parents always played them. Today, I mostly listen to dance music but still have Earth Wind and Fire on my playlist and always will.
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