Cynthia Erivo performs "Alfie" for Dionne Warwick | 46th Kennedy Center Honors

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  • Опубликовано: 26 дек 2023
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    Cynthia Erivo brings down the house with her soulful rendition of "Alfie" in a heartfelt tribute to 2023 Honoree Dionne Warwick.
    The Kennedy Center Honors is an annual honor given to those in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture.
    The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is proud to celebrate the 46th Honorees for lifetime artistic achievements: actor and comedian Billy Crystal; acclaimed soprano Renée Fleming; British singer-songwriter producer, and member of the Bee Gees, Barry Gibb; rapper, singer, and actress Queen Latifah; and singer Dionne Warwick.
    The event took place Sunday, December 3rd, 2023, in the Kennedy Center Opera House, and premieres Wednesday, December 27 at 8pm ET on CBS and will be available for viewing on Paramount+.
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  • @m.e.c.5837
    @m.e.c.5837 5 месяцев назад +5573

    Quick story: I was in NYC for a business trip, I was overworked, depressed, I missed home. One day in my hotel room I was looking for Broadway tickets online to cheer myself up. I thought of calling the Amex concierge because I could not find good seats, and I did. They called me back incredibly excited and offered me a front row center ticket for The Color Purple. Literally in the middle and front row. I could touch the stage. J-Hud was still part of the cast and I thought omg I love her. I went to see this show for J-Hud (and obv I loved the movie The Color Purple as well) and then from the moment I heard Cynthia sing, the whole show, I was sobbing. This woman left her heart and soul on that stage. The vibrations I got from her (and from the whole cast) was insane. The palms of my hands were raw from clapping. She changed my life that day and gave me so much strength. Then the next day I went out for a run...and who do I bump into?? Cynthia!!! She was SO gracious, so kind, we were both sweaty and out of breath but she hugged me when I told her my story. I love her so much. That week in NYC changed my life and every time I feel down I think of that week and take energy from that moment. I am beautiful. And. I'm. HERE.
    EDIT: I never expected my comment to get this many likes, if any. But the comments... man. This beautiful experience I had, now almost a decade ago, changed my life forever. To this day it is continuing to touch my life. Look at all of these beautiful comments. The internet is full of hate and trolls, but one after the other, each and every comment I read here made me burst into tears. I can't reply all but I can tell you I know that moment came from a divine intervention. God, the universe, whatever you believe in. For me, God, he picked me up and sat me down front row center to watch her that day. The next day I was literally basking in that beautiful energy while running and she ran across me the moment I was thinking about her. And now I am reading these comments and it has just made my day. Just to let y'all know, I quit that job! I am a teacher now! No more corporate slavery. Sending all of you so much love and yes music heals. It's God's gift!

    • @mcl-cp4go
      @mcl-cp4go 5 месяцев назад +163

      Great story! I, too, saw "The Color Purple" with Cynthia Erivo in NYC and was moved to tears. Surprised by how much I cried. Ms. Erivo has a very, very special gift.

    • @mrkinla
      @mrkinla 5 месяцев назад +97

      You are blessed to have had that total experience that came full circle. Magical.

    • @bunnyfrosting1744
      @bunnyfrosting1744 5 месяцев назад +47

      Thank you for sharing this ❤ you’ve helped me decide to prioritize finally traveling.

    • @winleel
      @winleel 5 месяцев назад +54

      My first experience of her voice was same an unexpected and unplanned tickets to the Color Purple on Broadway. That night changed my life. She changed my life. Her voice is from another world.

    • @SCK222
      @SCK222 5 месяцев назад +8

      🥺❤

  • @danielb153
    @danielb153 5 месяцев назад +4812

    Cynthia Erivo is the epitome of “the voice is an instrument”

    • @YamiL-alwoeu
      @YamiL-alwoeu 5 месяцев назад +18

      Finite voice

    • @helloxonsfan
      @helloxonsfan 5 месяцев назад +43

      Yes! _Alfie_ is my all-time favorite song because the lyrics are so powerful...!!! The line that says "when you walk, let your heart lead the way..." is truly one of the best suggestions on how to live one's life...!!! Cynthia Erivo's performance was not just beautiful, it was also brilliant...!!! ❤

    • @feliciagittens6911
      @feliciagittens6911 5 месяцев назад +8

      True words dear.❤

    • @onicafoster6480
      @onicafoster6480 5 месяцев назад +9

      The EPITOME of... 😩🥹💛💫

    • @patrice5126
      @patrice5126 5 месяцев назад +4

      Gorgeous! Rachelle Farrell is right up there too. 💗

  • @mommyissue
    @mommyissue 5 месяцев назад +2797

    This like my 50th time watching, no joke 😭😭

  • @nicolaspicon2968
    @nicolaspicon2968 5 месяцев назад +1549

    I am gonna need a 12-step program just to get over this performance.

    • @drawingaces9797
      @drawingaces9797 4 месяца назад +33

      One day, listening to this at least twice, at a time.

    • @DeishaGuy
      @DeishaGuy 4 месяца назад +15

      Literally. Forreal. I'm sure I account for over half these views.

    • @MissOtha
      @MissOtha 4 месяца назад +4

      😂😂🤣🤣🤣😂😂

    • @abby999
      @abby999 4 месяца назад +1

      @@DeishaGuy same it just fills me with hope.

    • @user-ie9fu2dw1u
      @user-ie9fu2dw1u 4 месяца назад

      babes 12 steps aint that much just step over them like ;-;

  • @blackbroadwayandbeyond
    @blackbroadwayandbeyond 5 месяцев назад +3579

    Give this woman all the standing ovations! 🙌🏾

  • @waynephillips5013
    @waynephillips5013 5 месяцев назад +2392

    I can't stop watching this. Clear as glass and sharp as a razor. Singing not just with power but also with intention and control. Mind blowing.

  • @tinagaughan6297
    @tinagaughan6297 4 месяца назад +899

    Is no one going to mention the GORGEOUS dress??

    • @jonldn
      @jonldn 4 месяца назад +12

      What about that dress…… isn’t it Gorgeous and fitting the stunning performance

    • @bettyleacraft488
      @bettyleacraft488 3 месяца назад +15

      @@jonldn - Cynthia Erivo has always exhibited a high degree of personal style in every arena! Her entire Kennedy Center Honors "look" was true elegance above and beyond my expectations without the use of sequins, beads, or crystals! I too played this over and over and over! She was truly magnificent! Brava Cynthia Erivo

    • @patriciaalston1082
      @patriciaalston1082 3 месяца назад +5

      I love the dress. 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

    • @scribe712
      @scribe712 3 месяца назад +5

      It's the first thing I noticed as she walked across the stage before she even began to sing. I love how wrinkle free it is. She must have one incredible stylist.

    • @mateusrodrigues74
      @mateusrodrigues74 2 месяца назад +1

      🩵🩵 lindo 😊🎉

  • @Rosannasfriend
    @Rosannasfriend 5 месяцев назад +986

    Look at Dionne Warwick's face at the very beginning of the video. She was already a fan of Cynthia erivo. She knew what was coming!

    • @SopranoSistah
      @SopranoSistah 5 месяцев назад +22

      👍🏾 Yep💯❣️❣️

    • @triffus
      @triffus 3 месяца назад +2

      This!

    • @stevenfigueroa5756
      @stevenfigueroa5756 22 дня назад +1

      Also ms Warwick wore the same color dress in her live performance as well. You can find it on youtube

  • @pizzatoes
    @pizzatoes 5 месяцев назад +1704

    If Cynthia has 1,000,000 fans I'm one of them. If she has 10, I'm one of them. If she only has 1, that is me. If she has 0, I am dead. I love her so much!

    • @leslieburleson1631
      @leslieburleson1631 5 месяцев назад +34

      This is so sweet what you've did here, her voice is enchanting. Right out of a fairytale ❤

    • @moviechick007
      @moviechick007 5 месяцев назад +3

      Ditto to infinity!

    • @Columbiana777
      @Columbiana777 5 месяцев назад +27

      I’m a fan of your comment❣️🥰

    • @theconversationcurator
      @theconversationcurator 5 месяцев назад +10

      ALL OF THIS!

    • @tyarke2749
      @tyarke2749 5 месяцев назад +7

      Well said. Well said. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @raydavis1539
    @raydavis1539 5 месяцев назад +1968

    I feel like she doesn’t “rehearse” she “researches” a song. She finds what the words mean to it then brilliantly describes it to us in pitch perfect voice.

    • @hapbarb
      @hapbarb 5 месяцев назад +63

      Reminiscent of Barbra Streisand's approach to singing.

    • @sailorsavvy9690
      @sailorsavvy9690 5 месяцев назад +22

      Yeesss you put it into perfect words!

    • @frederickleo2386
      @frederickleo2386 5 месяцев назад +12

      That's a beautiful sentiment. Yes, she owns the songs she chooses because of that feature.

    • @KH-fd1vg
      @KH-fd1vg 5 месяцев назад +5

      She’s a professional

    • @raydavis1539
      @raydavis1539 5 месяцев назад +3

      @@hapbarb somewhat…but Barbra is in sn uncontested category of brilliance 🫶🏽

  • @irie256
    @irie256 5 месяцев назад +859

    I'm so elated that Dionne Warick is honored while she's alive...
    A legend who's unique voice and lyric transcends time.

    • @BDNIGGAH420
      @BDNIGGAH420 4 месяца назад +24

      Dionne looks PROUD not only for herself but for Cynthia as well. Cynthia NAILED IT!

    • @JTAEKOOK4EVRR
      @JTAEKOOK4EVRR 4 месяца назад +4

      Yesss and it's about time that she gets the recognition that she rightfully deserves

  • @galenstone9097
    @galenstone9097 5 месяцев назад +678

    I grew up with the Warwick original.
    This lady's reading delivered an absolutely jaw dropping tribute.
    One of the hardest songs to sing well, ever.

    • @chiqtheequeen
      @chiqtheequeen 5 месяцев назад +22

      Yes!

    • @sharone.langley2923
      @sharone.langley2923 4 месяца назад +19

      Ms. Dionne was so pleased...such an exquisite tribute. I can't stop watching and re-watching.

  • @stylinsoprano
    @stylinsoprano 5 месяцев назад +2814

    Her PLACEMENT. Her TONE. Lawd, if I had a 10th of that?!? I wouldn’t shut up.
    What an icon in the making honoring an icon 😍✨

    • @leif1075
      @leif1075 5 месяцев назад +21

      Who says you can't get that with training and practice?

    • @chanieee9566
      @chanieee9566 5 месяцев назад +74

      @@leif1075key word: TONE
      you can’t get a vocal tone through training. just the techniques. some ppl have good technique but their tone isn’t too good (no offense to them 😭)

    • @rudolphmcneill515
      @rudolphmcneill515 5 месяцев назад +39

      You can tell she also has the training and years of Broadway experience.

    • @ceeceetracey9839
      @ceeceetracey9839 5 месяцев назад +5

      You and me both, girl !!!

    • @mbeneat
      @mbeneat 5 месяцев назад +13

      about to post this. she's exquisite!

  • @nessabp14
    @nessabp14 5 месяцев назад +868

    She did it again. I'm tellin' you that WOMAN HAS NO BOUNDARIES she is just magic. her tone, presence, everything!

  • @Esc8p1sm_
    @Esc8p1sm_ 5 месяцев назад +508

    I can't stop playing this. This is just pure brilliance.

  • @ISGEORGES
    @ISGEORGES 5 месяцев назад +405

    It’s unhealthy the times i’ve watch this video; such a gorgeous performance 🤍!!!!

    • @jthomasmack
      @jthomasmack 5 месяцев назад +3

      SAME. As close to heaven as it gets on earth 💯

    • @myamichole
      @myamichole 5 месяцев назад +4

      Same!! I can’t stop. She sounds so beautiful!!

    • @cls3201
      @cls3201 4 месяца назад +3

      I'm up at at least 2xs a day myself!!! It's soooo good!!

    • @LondonHasFallin
      @LondonHasFallin 4 месяца назад +1

      I'm on about my 8th time. 😅

    • @myronbirdsong4493
      @myronbirdsong4493 Месяц назад +1

      I know right 😊I'm obsessed!

  • @staceyluvmexoxo
    @staceyluvmexoxo 5 месяцев назад +261

    This dress, that skin, the voice 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @suttonwjr
    @suttonwjr 5 месяцев назад +990

    Magnificent. Hand her another Emmy.

    • @cliftonwalker6659
      @cliftonwalker6659 5 месяцев назад +58

      Listennnnnnn! Just for this performance alone

    • @suttonwjr
      @suttonwjr 5 месяцев назад

      @@bobby12348you can get an Emmy for live performance. I believe that’s how she got her first one. Famously Whitney Houston got on for her Grammy performance of Saving all my love for you

    • @wandahoward9636
      @wandahoward9636 5 месяцев назад +11

      Right now!

    • @rudolphmcneill515
      @rudolphmcneill515 5 месяцев назад +22

      Or a Tony. She's a Broadway star also.

    • @TC-wb6oj
      @TC-wb6oj 5 месяцев назад +8

      She’ll get one for Wicked

  • @daniellemaree3584
    @daniellemaree3584 5 месяцев назад +102

    Here are the lyrics
    What's it all about, Alfie?
    Is it just for the moment we live?
    What's it all about when you sort it out, Alfie?
    Are we meant to take more than we give
    Or are we meant to be kind?
    And if only fools are kind, Alfie
    Then I guess it's wise to be cruel
    And if life belongs only to the strong, Alfie
    What will you lend on an old golden rule?
    As sure as I believe there's a heaven above, Alfie
    I know there's something much more
    Something even non-believers can believe in
    I believe in love, Alfie
    Without true love we just exist, Alfie
    Until you find the love you've missed you're nothing, Alfie
    When you walk let your heart lead the way
    And you'll find love any day, Alfie
    Alfie ...

  • @adesuaoseghale1306
    @adesuaoseghale1306 5 месяцев назад +359

    Ive watched this maybe a million times and it still takes my breath away

    • @jacquelineduplantier5563
      @jacquelineduplantier5563 5 месяцев назад +4

      👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

    • @ebn646
      @ebn646 5 месяцев назад +6

      me too!!

    • @fitjock1
      @fitjock1 5 месяцев назад +4

      Same

    • @AveryDWilson
      @AveryDWilson 5 месяцев назад +3

      Meeeeee toooo!!! 😭🙌🏿🩵

    • @debmc2291
      @debmc2291 5 месяцев назад +3

      Same here! She sends chills down my spine with her voice. Just so beautiful!

  • @MustaDujak
    @MustaDujak 5 месяцев назад +599

    Am I the only one who simply CANNOT wait to hear her rendition of Defying Gravity next year? She’s gonna kill it of course

    • @ralphcarino5672
      @ralphcarino5672 5 месяцев назад +16

      from the little snippet from cinemacon they both sound incrediblee

    • @tianingobeni9202
      @tianingobeni9202 5 месяцев назад +8

      DYING TO WATCH THE FILM

    • @danholbrook7945
      @danholbrook7945 5 месяцев назад +17

      I just know i'm gonna cry when she delivers 'I'm not that girl'

    • @mscherylhtuff7600
      @mscherylhtuff7600 5 месяцев назад +7

      I would love ❤️ to hear her sing valley of the dolls

    • @rafasantosbzr
      @rafasantosbzr 5 месяцев назад +4

      Hear it? I'll be standing up and singing along with her in the movie theater

  • @1sava
    @1sava 5 месяцев назад +654

    Her tone, her phrasing and her delivery are IMPECCABLE!!!!

    • @mrkinla
      @mrkinla 5 месяцев назад +11

      Not.... one..... flaw!

  • @leebrannt1
    @leebrannt1 5 месяцев назад +141

    She put a spell on me. I keep coming back to watch her.

  • @blessedgirl4101
    @blessedgirl4101 5 месяцев назад +62

    That orchestra, though? Especially at her crescendos. Mind blowing!!!

    • @mr.turner5234
      @mr.turner5234 Месяц назад +2

      its not mentioned enough in the comments, but they FOR SURE backed her up. This was a masterful composition!!

  • @cufcufcuf6731
    @cufcufcuf6731 5 месяцев назад +798

    This was the performance of the night. So stunning!!!
    Just look at everyone's faces, utterly in awe of her.

    • @joshuaalexander6296
      @joshuaalexander6296 5 месяцев назад +25

      Yess, they were completely enchanted!

    • @cptight88
      @cptight88 5 месяцев назад +9

      Glorious. Such a tough song to sing and sell, esp given that maybe 10% of the audience has seen the movie.

    • @mikediddyTV
      @mikediddyTV 5 месяцев назад +8

      @@cptight88I’m sure more than 10% have seen the movie. They didn’t adore Dionne for no reason. She was their Queen, their pop sensation back in her prime. She’s been here forever!

    • @andygeisel2177
      @andygeisel2177 5 месяцев назад +15

      Agree ... THE standout highlight of the show, hands down.

    • @liannegreen692
      @liannegreen692 5 месяцев назад +1

      Yes, agreed

  • @derrickferguson8274
    @derrickferguson8274 5 месяцев назад +498

    She had the whole audience captivated. I cannot stop rewatching. Ms. Erivo is here to remind us that there are still real DIVAS amongst us. Salute 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

    • @mrkinla
      @mrkinla 5 месяцев назад +3

      Me either. A friend told me about it last night and we found it here. I have no words. Happy New Year.

  • @tonemiller5256
    @tonemiller5256 3 месяца назад +22

    The hand movement, the energy, the look. Wow

  • @bh4333
    @bh4333 4 месяца назад +70

    Those two final notes ….. “Alfie”……. And “ Any Day”…… moving from head to chest to diagram floor ….. pitch perfect for ….3 bars….. intooooo vibrato ???!!!!! I don’t think people realize how vocally impossible this is. Then to draw back completely on “non believers can believe in” to a gentle lull on a dime….. there is not a single breath, pause, note, gesture that wasn’t completely intentional and thought out. Watch her rendition of “Feeling Good” you will lose your breath.

  • @GabrielLopez-ck9jc
    @GabrielLopez-ck9jc 5 месяцев назад +328

    This was the best performance of the night in my opinion. Her tone, phrasing, agility, and how she told the story of this song brought me to tears and filled my heart. This is what true story tellers can do with an amazing instrument. I've watched it so many times and I cannot get over it.

    • @louisehancock324
      @louisehancock324 5 месяцев назад +2

      Amen.

    • @kcrudup2687
      @kcrudup2687 5 месяцев назад +4

      Facts. Nothing but . I've seen this performance described throughout the comments as "mind-blowing ," "stunning ", "mesmerizing " (which it was .) And those are STILL masterpieces of understatement!!! My eyes still sting whenever I watch it

    • @kcrudup2687
      @kcrudup2687 5 месяцев назад

      😢

  • @fabioazevedo9457
    @fabioazevedo9457 5 месяцев назад +356

    It's not only the vocal agility, nor the knowledge in music. But it's that with the capacity of telling the story with a great piece of herself. I love you Cynthia 🥺❤️‍🔥

    • @clcris
      @clcris 5 месяцев назад +13

      Cynthia is a great storyteller, she is a actress a musical theatre actress! ❤

    • @johngeorgewashington1416
      @johngeorgewashington1416 5 месяцев назад +6

      That was Soul..if we ever could define it..that was it.

    • @SopranoSistah
      @SopranoSistah 5 месяцев назад +6

      💯🎯👏🏾👏🏾✅

    • @mutelarsorhougbe4606
      @mutelarsorhougbe4606 5 месяцев назад +1

      So well said! ‘Vocal agility’ precisely! She is a wonder!🌟🫶🏽

  • @gabyelyzabeth3569
    @gabyelyzabeth3569 3 месяца назад +42

    I hope Cynthia Erivo knows that this performance means so much to a lot of us...

  • @202mitch
    @202mitch 5 месяцев назад +136

    This feels like pure magic. Like that feeling you get when you see your Disney movies brought to life at Disney World for the first time. It takes your breath away. It’s a wave of emotions you wish to have for the rest of your life. Capture it in a bottle. Keep it forever. Cynthia is a true gift.

  • @ministerofmusicCWG
    @ministerofmusicCWG 5 месяцев назад +404

    I believe I've replayed this over 25 times. Cynthia totally knocked this out of the park. Her technique and musical genius is just remarkable. What a way to honor a legend Dionne Warwick.

    • @zbagz01
      @zbagz01 5 месяцев назад +13

      She is such an intelligent singer. She knows how to interpret a song and how to use her incredible range. I think every young singer could learn a lot from her. She follows in the grand tradition of Ella and Judy and Lena and Barbara and Whitney and Dionne, of course.

    • @princessgalactic2763
      @princessgalactic2763 5 месяцев назад +5

      Me too been on repeat for hours 🔁🔁🔁

    • @cynthiaflowers6236
      @cynthiaflowers6236 5 месяцев назад +5

      Me too!!! I can't stop watching this. I'm a student in her classroom. Anything she does is done with EXCELLENCE!❤❤

    • @DianeMarieT72
      @DianeMarieT72 5 месяцев назад +4

      Agree with ALL of this!!
      She is a treasure, and she moves my soul when she sings.

  • @robertwebb3546
    @robertwebb3546 5 месяцев назад +417

    This was far and away the standout performance of the night. Her phrasing and tone are just impeccable. Says a lot about Ms Warwick that she was so appreciative. Wish they’d give Barry Gibb this kind of tribute.

    • @dzg8937
      @dzg8937 5 месяцев назад +8

      She and The Clark Sisters

    • @janicejackson884
      @janicejackson884 5 месяцев назад +6

      Did you miss Ben Platt? He was wonderful singing Nights on Broadway!

    • @bonitahobbs2374
      @bonitahobbs2374 5 месяцев назад

      ****THE CLARK SISTERS LITERALLY MATCHED THIS YOUNG LADIES SINGING AND / OR AS A GROUP SURPASSED IT N I LIKE THEM ALL❗❗❗ GOOGLE THEM PLEASE N WHOOPI'S HEARTFELT WORDS TO THE GREAT BILLY CRYSTAL TOUCHED ALL OF OUR HEARTS AS WELL FIND THIS ON GOOGLE, HULU ETC. N ENJOY YOUR DIGNIFIED , RARE PRESENT-DAY TV VIEWING❗❗❗🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟*******

    • @dzg8937
      @dzg8937 5 месяцев назад +2

      @@christophersimpson5457 They have been killin it all year long and forever but these past couple years they have really really been on fire!

    • @gpcollier
      @gpcollier 5 месяцев назад

      This is the performance of the year!

  • @puppymcpupsters
    @puppymcpupsters 5 месяцев назад +119

    I just know the voice teacher channels are gonna go crazy for this because her voice is beautiful and clear and gorgeous and just so pure I can't even describe it it's like listening to the audio equivalent of a hot knife through room temp butter it's so smooth and delicious and I love this woman

    • @savannah6982
      @savannah6982 4 месяца назад +1

      Magnificent performance I'm a new fan of Cynthia Erivo.Never heard her sing and knew it was her I can't stop listening to this performance.She made me feel that song with my heart.Cynthia you are a Awesome ,Brilliantly delivered Alfie to us.Ms.Warwick was so happy to see and hear you perform her song no one in this world could have done it better not even Whitney and she's in her own class vocally..well one more time tonight.GREATNESS

  • @studiowebber2486
    @studiowebber2486 5 месяцев назад +94

    And with that, Cynthia has officially placed her spell on us all.
    This is sheer perfection. This is peak performance. This is dedication to your craft.
    This is hands down one of my favorite vocal performances since Whitney Houston sang One Moment in Time at the Grammys.
    Its MASTERFUL. Its nuanced. It’s literally EVERYTHING you could ever ask for from the voice. Uuuugggghhhh Cynthia!!!!
    I’m still speechless. Nevermind the phenomenal gown. The enchanting hand movements. The camera work. The audience literally spellbound. I saw this live on TV and haven’t felt goosebumps like that in a long time. It felt like Disney Magic. I was a child again. ✨

  • @OctoberLibra1
    @OctoberLibra1 5 месяцев назад +338

    When I hear Cynthia Erivo, ANYTHING....I know it's going to be EXCELLENT. When she was announced, you could see Dionne's face light up and then when Cynthia opened her mouth, Dionne just melted...Her expression was of a proud mother...and of course Cynthia NEVER disappoints. Her voice is so strong and powerful, no excruciating runs and riffs that so many singers do today....she stayed true to the spirit of the song, and Dionne grew up in a time where you sing the song, the lyrics, notes as they were written and not over sing to the point the song is unrecognizable. The tone, texture and simplicity of her voice is Amazing...Amazing performance, amazing voice, amazing woman...

    • @brandylou9132
      @brandylou9132 5 месяцев назад +10

      Very well expressed!! ❤️

    • @missclaymsdavis8640
      @missclaymsdavis8640 5 месяцев назад +15

      Ms. Warwick's expression was most certainly one of approval. I think I might've seen her eyes glistening. Cynthia Erivo's rendition was magnificent and masterfully done! She's incredible and Ms. Warwick is an icon.

    • @lizzylaronde2234
      @lizzylaronde2234 5 месяцев назад +3

      👏

    • @des.4381
      @des.4381 5 месяцев назад +5

      I completely agree. What a voice. My goodness made me cry. I was genuinely touched through and through. I love Cynthia. Just beautiful!!! She looks amazing.

    • @Mapes2023
      @Mapes2023 5 месяцев назад +2

      @October Libra1 You said it all! I think you were in my mind and felt my soul. Your response is excellent, eloquent, and oh-so-beautiful and true. Thank you! ✨✨✨💥💥

  • @dayram6217
    @dayram6217 5 месяцев назад +252

    Controlled, soulful, passionate. She does not sing. She tells a story; and that's the power.

  • @jeribryce31
    @jeribryce31 5 месяцев назад +101

    Her beautiful, crystal clear voice and enunciation….her control….she can sing anything and make it pure magic. ❤

  • @venathomas6378
    @venathomas6378 5 месяцев назад +120

    My Moma was a huge Dionne Warwick fan. When I 1st heard this, I FELT Moma's spirit visit me. She’s been gone almost 7 years. I've often prayed for a visitation from her in some way. The night this aired & all the times I play this, I feel her. Thank you Kennedy Center Honors for picking Cynthia Erivo for this tribute to 1 of Moma's favorite singers.

  • @justfabbermuda2202
    @justfabbermuda2202 5 месяцев назад +251

    When I tell you Cynthia gave me goosebumps hearing her sing Dionne’s iconic song, it brought tears to my eyes. She made Dionne proud, I know I am.

    • @marysalvi242
      @marysalvi242 5 месяцев назад +3

      @justfabbermuda2202 I had tears too and I notice Dionne's seemed a bit filled..I think these shows when you have an amazing person singing one of your biggest hit songs from the past, boy that's emotional ~ I saw Dionne last year and she wasn't fully feeling well, what a pro in handling us by having us singing some parts of her songs while obviously done to save her voice for some notes she was determined to hit ~ & yeah she did...

    • @luisnieves8242
      @luisnieves8242 5 месяцев назад

      go to a doctor.

    • @jacobskinner3522
      @jacobskinner3522 5 месяцев назад

      @@luisnieves8242 clearly your doctor wasn’t successful in removing that stick from your butt.

    • @QueendomCome621
      @QueendomCome621 5 месяцев назад

      See a therapist​@@luisnieves8242

    • @justfabbermuda2202
      @justfabbermuda2202 5 месяцев назад

      @@luisnieves8242 bye troll

  • @latriciaflowers5771
    @latriciaflowers5771 5 месяцев назад +807

    This was the most magical performance vocally that I’ve heard in a VERRRRY long time- Her talent is immeasurable 🎉Took my breath away… BRAVO‼️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @tracyclark7560
      @tracyclark7560 5 месяцев назад

      @latriciaflowers5771 search Cynthia Erve (sp.) Ain't No Way sung at Albert Hall. Breathtaking!

    • @kimablett7447
      @kimablett7447 5 месяцев назад +5

      Beautiful

    • @angelstar7656
      @angelstar7656 5 месяцев назад +7

      I got misty eyed. She was magnificent.

    • @teecee-id7xx
      @teecee-id7xx 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@kimablett7447ppLĺ😊p

  • @khosivilakazi642
    @khosivilakazi642 15 дней назад +4

    I cant sing to save my life but I know this is singing at its best.I love this women

  • @Periodt_AngelSerenity
    @Periodt_AngelSerenity 5 месяцев назад +108

    Fun fact: This arrangement of Dionne's song "Alfie" is originally from Whitney Houston. She perform this song in this arrangement twice for an HBO Special in Washington DC in either 1996 or 1997. 😇🥰💖🎊

    • @CeliniacForLife
      @CeliniacForLife 5 месяцев назад +13

      Not exactly the same arrangement. But yes, Whitney sang "Alfie" for a two-night HBO special in D.C. She previously sang it in 1994 as part of her concert at Radio City Music Hall.

    • @user-hy8qs3su3m
      @user-hy8qs3su3m 4 месяца назад +1

      Johnny Mathis singing Alfie on his 1970 Album Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head.

  • @karimsings4098
    @karimsings4098 5 месяцев назад +290

    I was just saying how not many of today's artists really have "iconic" moments or "big notes." This is just ONE of several great vocal moments from Cynthia. She's definitely here to stay and has been leaving her mark and never missing it, EVERY TIME! She is just remarkable! She will be one of the legendary artists that future generations will look up to and study.

  • @diazjr1975
    @diazjr1975 5 месяцев назад +324

    This was simply AMAZING! She had the crowd memerized! Bravo Cynthia!

  • @bluemoon7785
    @bluemoon7785 16 дней назад +6

    It's the perfect blend of Broadway and jazz for me.

  • @veela44
    @veela44 3 месяца назад +20

    I’ve watched this WAY too many times. Cynthia’s just too mesmerizing..

  • @stephaniehamilton1630
    @stephaniehamilton1630 5 месяцев назад +239

    Give Cynthia all the flowers. She's magnificent that voice.

    • @BoetPrince
      @BoetPrince 5 месяцев назад +3

      The Academy should give her her Oscar next

    • @TwilightLuluFleur
      @TwilightLuluFleur 5 месяцев назад +2

      ⁠@@BoetPrince and she will with wicked!

  • @mj54123
    @mj54123 5 месяцев назад +160

    Cynthia Erivo is THAT girl. Showstopping every time she opens her mouth

  • @mackenziewilber
    @mackenziewilber 4 месяца назад +11

    I’ve watched this 700 times ❤

  • @AustinNebbia
    @AustinNebbia 5 месяцев назад +62

    I've watched this probably ten times in the last three days. Complete, seemingly effortless control over her instrument, and a damn masterclass in blending Broadway-caliber acting with concert-style vocal technique. Absolutely one of the most talented and most lovely living performers of our lifetimes. Just astonishing.

  • @nadzimbakri3021
    @nadzimbakri3021 5 месяцев назад +357

    Cynthia is a storyteller. We want to hear her voice over and over. Outstanding performance of the night

  • @thelisajourney
    @thelisajourney 5 месяцев назад +252

    This performance is wonderful and she sang with not just her voice, but literally body and soul. The way her hands moved gracefully coupled with her facial expressions and body movements, took her performance to another level.

  • @glendastevenson8149
    @glendastevenson8149 Месяц назад +7

    I'm embarrassed to admit that I had never heard of Cynthia Erivo. I can assure you, this will not be the last time I hear that beautiful voice. I'm on a mission to learn more about Ms. Erivo. From the moment she opened her mouth, I was absolutely mesmerized. Every once in a blue moon a truly gifted and brilliant singer comes along and shares their gift. This is one such time. Bravo!!!

  • @MrApplebite
    @MrApplebite 5 месяцев назад +33

    I really need this version to be on Spotify! ❤❤❤

  • @rrubio6660
    @rrubio6660 5 месяцев назад +268

    Never disappoints...all she needs is an Oscar to be the next EGOT!😁

    • @coffeecake8835
      @coffeecake8835 5 месяцев назад +7

      YES!!

    • @singingteachphorton47
      @singingteachphorton47 5 месяцев назад +42

      She gonna get it with Wicked . Mark my words !

    • @rrubio6660
      @rrubio6660 5 месяцев назад

      @@singingteachphorton47 Fingers crossed!

    • @florencedelvalle8145
      @florencedelvalle8145 5 месяцев назад

      God will do it!🤞🏽🤞🏽🙏🙏👏🏽👏🏽 3:17

    • @zbagz01
      @zbagz01 5 месяцев назад +2

      She should have gotten it for "Stand Up". But it was a tough contest.

  • @carmenfields2146
    @carmenfields2146 5 месяцев назад +304

    Such a beautiful, strong, clear voice.🎶🎶👏🏾👏🏾💝what a gift. From the look on Dionnes face, Cynthia made her very proud.

  • @tremaine861
    @tremaine861 5 месяцев назад +50

    I come back here daily. This is sung so beautifully😍🤩

  • @franklinmargaret6365
    @franklinmargaret6365 5 месяцев назад +43

    She tore this song UUUUUPPPPP!!!! She needs to record this and similar tunes of this genre. I'd buy it for sure!!!!🥰🥰👏👏👏

  • @Black_diamond_243
    @Black_diamond_243 5 месяцев назад +245

    She’s doing it with grace and so effortlessly…This woman is the epitome of talent & gift! Better put respect on her name!!💯

  • @adrianovisagie
    @adrianovisagie 5 месяцев назад +120

    You watch one Cynthia Erivo clip and just continue watching all her performances. She’s what we will one day call LEGENDARY!

  • @kevseb66
    @kevseb66 3 месяца назад +13

    You can see the nods and looks of approval in the audience. Cynthia E. never disappoints. She did Burt. Bacharach, Hal David and Dionne Warwick very proud.

  • @itaylor120490
    @itaylor120490 5 месяцев назад +58

    The stage presence, the confidence, THE VOCALS, the hands gestures, and most of all THE SMILE!!!! Well fucking done!!!! My God!! This was phenomenal!! 😭😭❤️❤️

  • @calebveitch3338
    @calebveitch3338 5 месяцев назад +131

    I can’t imagine how incredible her voice will be in the Wicked movie. Her vocal control here is otherworldly. She and Ariana are truly going to elevate those songs to another level.

  • @branplore
    @branplore 5 месяцев назад +205

    I just saw her two days before whistling unhumanly on Jimmy Falon. Then I saw this live on tv and had to relive this performance on RUclips. Super talented, amazing person.

    • @GroovinSassaFrass
      @GroovinSassaFrass 5 месяцев назад +12

      If you get the chance, look up George Lovett feat. Cynthia Erivo A Thousand Years. They do an improvised whistling performance towards the second half of the song. Brilliant.

    • @barbaramiller6451
      @barbaramiller6451 5 месяцев назад +5

      Talents galore, it's authentic, natural, God given and she uses it, wisely she's a beautiful natural black woman.

    • @lindsaydt66
      @lindsaydt66 5 месяцев назад +4

      OK... I mean who whistles like that; in tone and so beautifully?!?!?!?!? These's no bounds to her talent!!!

    • @eds3969
      @eds3969 5 месяцев назад

      This was sensational, but it wasn’t live. It was taped Dec.3rd.

  • @sydvargas
    @sydvargas 25 дней назад +4

    This needs to be on Spotify NEOWWWW😩😩

  • @blessedgirl4101
    @blessedgirl4101 5 месяцев назад +31

    Two weeks later and I still get chills and goosebumps!!

  • @FFSnotagain
    @FFSnotagain 5 месяцев назад +315

    That ending was so Whitney it gave us goosebumps in the audience and at home. That sort of endings are epic. That little run at 2:55 that anticipates the big ending… great!

  • @brandonstokes392
    @brandonstokes392 5 месяцев назад +101

    Sooo ready for this lovely queen to be an EGOT winner!! I hope the Emmy voters nominate this stellar performance!!

  • @snagig
    @snagig 4 месяца назад +23

    Why did that performance make me break down and SOB my heart out…I knew she was an amazing actress, but…Erivo is the Message.

  • @SassaTrindade
    @SassaTrindade 5 месяцев назад +11

    THIS NEEDS TO BE ON SPOTIFY, I'M OBSESSED!

  • @dexterblandin5384
    @dexterblandin5384 5 месяцев назад +408

    I'VE WATCHED THIS OVER 10 TIMES!!!! AND PLAN TO WATCH IT AGAIN AND AGAIN!!!

    • @diannesanders1910
      @diannesanders1910 5 месяцев назад +5

      Me too!

    • @scribe712
      @scribe712 5 месяцев назад +5

      Same her. I can't stop watching it either.

    • @healthyliving523
      @healthyliving523 5 месяцев назад +3

      Omg me tooo!!!

    • @Swameh
      @Swameh 5 месяцев назад +3

      Twice in a row. Can't get enough.

    • @Harold434
      @Harold434 5 месяцев назад +5

      I have watched this for almost 50x now since it was 1st uploaded. Still can't get over this performance.

  • @argiemauricio6054
    @argiemauricio6054 5 месяцев назад +244

    Alfie Lyrics (Hope it helps) 😊
    What's it all about Alfie
    Is it just for the moment we live
    What's it all about
    When you sort it out, Alfie
    Are we meant to take more than we give
    Or are we meant to be kind?
    And if, if only fools are kind, Alfie
    Then I guess it is wise to be cruel
    And if life belongs only to the strong, Alfie
    What will you lend on an old golden rule?
    As sure as I believe there's a heaven above
    Alfie, I know there's something much more
    Something even non-believers can believe in
    I believe in love, Alfie
    Without true love we just exist, Alfie
    Until you find the love you've missed
    You're nothing, Alfie
    When you walk let your heart lead the way
    And you'll find love any day Alfie, Alfie

    • @Rosannasfriend
      @Rosannasfriend 5 месяцев назад +15

      Thank you for the lyrics. It makes it even easier to appreciate how she was telling the story of the lyrics with her body and voice even more.

    • @GoWithin4
      @GoWithin4 5 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you 🙏

    • @CeeGeeZ
      @CeeGeeZ 5 месяцев назад

      Thank You.

    • @angiilumpkins-sanders2889
      @angiilumpkins-sanders2889 5 месяцев назад +4

      I’ve probably watched this a gazillion times and each time I’m in awe of her vocal mechanics and skill…. ❤her voice

    • @beatrizramosrobles6992
      @beatrizramosrobles6992 5 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks so much for the lyrics. It is one of my favourite song and I've seen the film many times....😊❤

  • @BeautyLoves88
    @BeautyLoves88 2 месяца назад +8

    🥲😩😭 cynthia tells the STORY of the lyrics when she sings….every single note, pause & run is INTENTIONAL

  • @MichaelJohnson-wk8tk
    @MichaelJohnson-wk8tk 5 месяцев назад +17

    She wasn't just singing........she was telling a story. Superb!!!!!!!

  • @lizlemon3698
    @lizlemon3698 5 месяцев назад +71

    I don’t know how her voice has the ability to be both powerful and intense, and light and innocent. Craziest balance.

    • @susang.9067
      @susang.9067 5 месяцев назад +2

      Honestly Dionne had the same qualities in the original. This song requires so much agility and control Cynthia E was a great choice, a brilliant performance

  • @sharonkaysnowton
    @sharonkaysnowton 5 месяцев назад +136

    Cynthis Erivo has a beautiful voice. She sang "Alfie" beautifully.

  • @TheMediaSource
    @TheMediaSource 4 месяца назад +29

    I’ve watched this so many times I just can’t help but keep watching it again and again.

    • @jonldn
      @jonldn 4 месяца назад +4

      Why deny yourself joy! Watch it as many times as you wish and marvel…..

  • @Killercroissants
    @Killercroissants 26 дней назад +4

    You can just tell that Cynthia is so honored and humbled to be in the presence of Dion. Just as Dion is humbled and honored to be given a tribute by Cynthia. You can feel the energy of recognition from Dion and the admiration from Cynthia. It's magical. It's lightning in a bottle. A moment of musical magic.

  • @evonnemccausland3531
    @evonnemccausland3531 5 месяцев назад +430

    The GREATEST singers are the ones who have great ACTING skills with their voices. They know how to make the performance SOAR as well as pull you in. Very few are in Cynthia Erivo's caliber!!!

    • @YeeHaww
      @YeeHaww 5 месяцев назад +16

      Yes that’s what’s I’m saying!! Her emotions and facial expressions and hand movements and all that, adds so much more to the performance! She’s just amazing!🤩🤩🤩

  • @Egypt22
    @Egypt22 5 месяцев назад +122

    Cynthia’s voice is magical❤❤❤

  • @Dawton18
    @Dawton18 5 месяцев назад +23

    This woman’s beauty and voice is healing me from a dark place. I wish I could meet her in person. 😭😭😭

  • @user-hh6fp1gi1x
    @user-hh6fp1gi1x 5 месяцев назад +16

    I can see Burt Bacharach smiling and shaking his head in utter disbelief at the sound of her incredible voice..Just like he did when Dionne Warwick sang it.

  • @jametoriaburton6201
    @jametoriaburton6201 5 месяцев назад +81

    Cynthia's tribute performance to Dioanne Warwick singing "Allfie" was absolutely mesmerizing! WOW!

    • @gregoryalexander3963
      @gregoryalexander3963 5 месяцев назад +1

      Dionne is a national treasure, and she was perfect in her tribute!

  • @talia3595
    @talia3595 5 месяцев назад +154

    Her performance was stunning!! Simply perfection. My mother and I knew a minute into it there would be a standing ovation. Truly showcasing one of God’s many gifts! You go girlll!!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @samapradas
    @samapradas 5 месяцев назад +12

    I really can’t stop watching

  • @giacomodigrigoli1210
    @giacomodigrigoli1210 5 месяцев назад +21

    Are there any folks from the wardrobe department who can explain how there’s not a single crease on Ms Erivo’a gown?! Are there steamers in the wings?
    Literally everything is flawless here - the voice, the interpretation, the look. Incredible.

    • @arlevalin
      @arlevalin 5 месяцев назад +2

      Backstage personnel doing God's work to the impeccable gown.

  • @maikzosso8314
    @maikzosso8314 5 месяцев назад +153

    Everytime Cynthia performs, it's giving me goosebumps. She has/is true talent! Thanks Cynthia for your gift!!

  • @pj2614
    @pj2614 5 месяцев назад +202

    I’m a 6’3” grown man and this made me tear-up. What a dazzling, superb, stellar performance.

  • @corinnejudith5467
    @corinnejudith5467 5 месяцев назад +35

    I can't seem to get this young lady's performance out of my head. I absolutely love everything about this performance. This actress is very underrated.

  • @FearLessPower
    @FearLessPower 4 месяца назад +12

    There's people who can Sing. There's people who are "Singers". There's even people who are "Sangas".... Then there's ERIVO ✨

  • @kgiovanni9443
    @kgiovanni9443 5 месяцев назад +67

    Why does this women bring tears to my eyes every time she sings? What a gift she has and what a treasure Dionne Warwick is!!

  • @paulcanaday-elliott9834
    @paulcanaday-elliott9834 5 месяцев назад +84

    My. God. I’m in tears. And the thing is, you can hear Dionne Warwick in her voice, her tone, her placement (or am I imagining things?). She really is honoring her in the best way possible, while also absolutely taking your breath away. First there was Adam Lambert with Cher. Now Cynthia Erivo with Dionne Warwick. Both are stunning. This one leaves me breathless.

    • @rrubio6660
      @rrubio6660 5 месяцев назад +2

      Don't forget Jennifer Hudson's tribute to Al Green in 2014.

    • @marchjoy7391
      @marchjoy7391 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@rrubio6660 Not a memorable performance...obviously

    • @rrubio6660
      @rrubio6660 5 месяцев назад

      @@marchjoy7391 Agree to disagree...obviously.

    • @user-pj1rz1cx3d
      @user-pj1rz1cx3d 4 месяца назад

      Absolutely phenomenal performance. She should release this as a cover

  • @ZoOnTheYT
    @ZoOnTheYT 5 месяцев назад +18

    There are different levels of talent and skill that people possess. The performing arts, by their function are available to people to ascertain those levels. Cynthia Erivo, by all measures, is in the top tiers of singing and acting. Natural talent, hard work and an indomitable spirit combine to present us with a truly rare experience when she performs.

  • @aroidpapa
    @aroidpapa 4 месяца назад +16

    I have come to this video daily for the last two weeks. she's just so good. Seeing Dionne tear up makes me so emotional too.

  • @ryanmoore7591
    @ryanmoore7591 5 месяцев назад +92

    This should go down in the top 5 best Kennedy Center Honors performances. Nobody sings like the one and only Cynthia Erivo!!! You can tell they picked this song specifically for "Wicked" and I am so glad we get to see her flex her vocal muscles before her Alfie turns to Elfie 😍

  • @deborahgodley6980
    @deborahgodley6980 5 месяцев назад +136

    One of my favorite Dionne W songs written by the legendary and recently departed Burt Bacharach.Cynrhia killed it!

    • @dennismclaurin1487
      @dennismclaurin1487 5 месяцев назад +2

      Would've been nice if Burt were present for this special occasion

    • @mollymcvey6483
      @mollymcvey6483 5 месяцев назад

      Burt considered this to be one of his finest collaborations ever written. He loved this song. I'm so pleased that they honored all with this song sung so magnificently.

  • @darlenegantt3954
    @darlenegantt3954 17 дней назад +4

    Every time I hear this beautiful song I start crying. People that are kind are treated so cruel. If you are a good kind person stay that way never change who you are. GOD loves you for you. Cynthia is such a wonderful talented singer. ❤❤❤

  • @sondoshine
    @sondoshine 3 месяца назад +7

    I keep coming back for more…. It’s amazing!