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  • @Astral_thee_God
    @Astral_thee_God 10 days ago +1387

    I now need a Cynthia and Adam Lambert song on my desk by 10 tomorrow morning. No exceptions

    • @jessm444
      @jessm444 10 days ago +66

      Yes! They are performing together this summer in "Jesus Christ Superstar" at the Hollywood Bowl and I'm going to be there. So excited!

    • @nicolejohnson5604
      @nicolejohnson5604 10 days ago +5

      💯

    • @castlecorn593
      @castlecorn593 10 days ago +11

      I think they did a song together I Knew You Were Waiting I think it was

    • @jeanieolahful
      @jeanieolahful 9 days ago +1

      I believe it’s ready

    • @etcho0
      @etcho0 9 days ago +1

      @@jessm444ME TOO IM SO PUMPED

  • @LovedbyGrayce
    @LovedbyGrayce 10 days ago +1090

    I think what we’ve all learned from this is that Cynthia and Adam Lambert need to collaborate

    • @samlynn2319
      @samlynn2319 10 days ago +104

      Cynthia and Adam are going to be performing together at Hollywood Bowl in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ musical in August this year

    • @emilianovazquezmendez9799
      @emilianovazquezmendez9799 10 days ago

      @@samlynn2319YES!!!🎉🎉

    • @DocTJB
      @DocTJB 10 days ago +2

      @@samlynn2319I said that in a previous reply…meant to reply tomthis

    • @jrhill518
      @jrhill518 10 days ago +17

      There's a COVID cover of them duetting on Aretha and George Michael's I Knew You Were Waiting for Me.

    • @dorethareeves6444
      @dorethareeves6444 10 days ago +6

      Two of the best singers in this generation. I agree.

  • @mandabestteacher1988
    @mandabestteacher1988 10 days ago +1508

    If she recorded a Christmas album I'm DEFINITELY BUYING! Her voice is so comforting and strong, makes you feel safe and powerful at the same time.

  • @alexandraRatliff
    @alexandraRatliff 10 days ago +840

    That moment when she’s searching for Adam Lambert is great. “Where are you!? Where are you!?” And he SANG! 4:49

  • @IraRafols
    @IraRafols 10 days ago +1180

    she truly is unstoppable when she’s in her element. what an iconic voice.

    • @jillsalkin7389
      @jillsalkin7389 10 days ago +3

      What an astounding singer!!! Great, high chest voice knocks me out!

    • @philosophy_bot4171
      @philosophy_bot4171 10 days ago

      Beep, bop... I'm the Philosophy Bot. Here, have a quote:
      "We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them."
      ~ Albert Einstein

    • @chenanigans
      @chenanigans 9 days ago +1

      I feel like a star has been born off that number alone.

  • @kristajohnson9173
    @kristajohnson9173 10 days ago +852

    everyone in audience sort of hesitant, until adam lambert and he just BLASTS IT, what a voice

    • @aintgotnotltc
      @aintgotnotltc 10 days ago +18

      I was wondering who that was, he made me smile. Amazing!!

    • @itsabbycadabby
      @itsabbycadabby 10 days ago +4

      @@aintgotnotltche was a guest star on glee that sang with rachel

    • @nicolewilson4058
      @nicolewilson4058 10 days ago +17

      @@aintgotnotltc He was the runner up on the 8th season of American Idol. Adam is a fantastic performer.

    • @leaflaurel
      @leaflaurel 9 days ago +10

      To be fair, the audio balancing wasn't great, and they were sitting. Kristin Chenoweth is usually a powerhouse.

    • @chenanigans
      @chenanigans 9 days ago +4

      I don’t know who the other first two were but I think they did good for people who might not be singers!

  • @gregrolandmusic
    @gregrolandmusic 10 days ago +792

    You know, it’s really not fair that her voice sounds like that live 😮‍💨
    Take us to CHURCH, CYNTHIA 🤌🏾

    • @mykahjoseph
      @mykahjoseph 10 days ago +10

      I got goosebumps!!!

    • @philosophy_bot4171
      @philosophy_bot4171 10 days ago

      Beep, bop... I'm the Philosophy Bot. Here, have a quote:
      "The function of prayer is not to influence God, but rather to change the nature of the one who prays."
      ~ Soren Kierkegaard

  • @kater9151
    @kater9151 9 days ago +143

    Adam Lambert understood the assignment. He and Cynthia will be amazing in Jesus Christ Superstar. Two amazing talents!

    • @LittleMixLuvr
      @LittleMixLuvr 8 days ago +4

      wait is this a real thing that's happening?

    • @tommyrector4042
      @tommyrector4042 6 days ago

      @@LittleMixLuvr Hollywood Bowl this summer

    • @AuraHero
      @AuraHero 6 days ago +3

      @@LittleMixLuvr Yep. Cynthia is playing Jesus while Adam is playing Judas.

  • @skystruck236
    @skystruck236 10 days ago +173

    I love how she doesn’t sound like Elphaba when she sings other songs outside of wicked. Sometimes when you hear certain voices you can only think of certain characters but she is VERSATILE

    • @janncoles7973
      @janncoles7973 7 days ago

      There’s this voice. There’s her Elphaba voice. And then there’s her voice on her new album. Versatile indeed!

  • @deanmendoza6310
    @deanmendoza6310 10 days ago +350

    Grammy should watch and learn how fabulous the productions of Tony Awards is!

  • @ScorpionSongbird
    @ScorpionSongbird 10 days ago +239

    Ooh its jazzy and churchy....yes ma'am

  • @travfrank6465
    @travfrank6465 9 days ago +172

    Cynthias voice is so clear and crisp, its just perfection

  • @JesusRodriguez-pd6nb
    @JesusRodriguez-pd6nb 10 days ago +294

    Adam Lambert!!! Wow

  • @lolabelle2885
    @lolabelle2885 10 days ago +414

    Cynthia's voice is absolutely iconic whether she's singing live or belting out something totally impromptu in the middle of an interview.

    • @philosophy_bot4171
      @philosophy_bot4171 10 days ago +1

      Beep, bop... I'm the Philosophy Bot. Here, have a quote:
      "Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes."
      ~ Oscar Wilde

  • @layla.williams__
    @layla.williams__ 10 days ago +542

    "We're here holding space" - I caught that, ma'am 😂

    • @RuReady115
      @RuReady115 10 days ago +11

      Can you hold the space I require or will you turn the page? - Ariana Warm

    • @TaysTings
      @TaysTings 10 days ago +1

      @@RuReady115 oh I like that a lot

    • @Yagirlnyesha
      @Yagirlnyesha 10 days ago

      When did she say that lolll

    • @k8thegr886
      @k8thegr886 10 days ago

      @@Yagirlnyesha3:52

  • @Sharpe1502
    @Sharpe1502 10 days ago +78

    Adam Lambert killed that improv bit.

  • @mykahjoseph
    @mykahjoseph 10 days ago +234

    They took the Tony's to Church!! This gave me goosebumps!

  • @MoSneaksPlz
    @MoSneaksPlz 10 days ago +130

    Cynthia’s voice is so EFFORTLESS OMG. & Adam Lambert…talk about understanding the assignment!! 🩵🩵🩵 Loved every moment of this performance

  • @mariataylor9643
    @mariataylor9643 10 days ago +112

    Yep yep Adam your audition to perform with Cynthia has been accepted and we will see you soon!!!❤️

    • @sherriebenson3643
      @sherriebenson3643 9 days ago +1

      Adam and Cynthia will be singing in Jesus Christ Superstar in August. She will be Jesus and he will be Judas

  • @bizzlemizzlerizzle4926
    @bizzlemizzlerizzle4926 10 days ago +182

    OH SHE ATE THIS TF UPPP 😭😍

  • @osing07922
    @osing07922 7 days ago +62

    5:03 No, you CANNOT follow Adam Lambert, BUT THAT SHOULDER WORK IS FLAWLESS!!! GET IT!

  • @Embatsky
    @Embatsky 6 days ago +11

    Adam Lambert is so extra all the time, and I never get tired of it 🤣❤️

  • @Tiarawatches
    @Tiarawatches 10 days ago +118

    SOMETIMES ALL YOU NEED IS A SONG. PERFECT OPENING!!!!

  • @jacobmccain8794
    @jacobmccain8794 10 days ago +100

    Sooooo can we just say we will start every award show with Cynthia singing the house down PLEASE!
    Also, Adam KNEW what to do with that mic!

  • @Georgewalking
    @Georgewalking 10 days ago +45

    Once again, growing up in a black church teaches so much. The classic “Mic Toss”. Cynthia is just unstoppable in her element! This was a great opening number!

  • @christianmason8148
    @christianmason8148 10 days ago +42

    Adam tore that up!🤩

  • @dembeesandgaa8008
    @dembeesandgaa8008 10 days ago +87

    Her voice is so clean and smooth. Probably one of the best vocalist out there today

    • @chenanigans
      @chenanigans 9 days ago +3

      It’s the control for me. You know when you think about singers like Beyoncé she might not be your favorite singer but what she does better than almost anyone else if she has amazing vocal training and control. Cynthia definitely has that as well. She is creating a legacy right now. It’s amazing to watch.

  • @Quinn.F
    @Quinn.F 10 days ago +36

    Adam said, I stay ready baby!

  • @zanthus7
    @zanthus7 10 days ago +195

    Cynthia Erivo was just here in DC on Saturday for our 50th DC World Pride performing at our street festival in front of the US Capitol and she was INCREDIBLE. Her performance was riveting and when she finished celebrating with us, she went back to her hotel to pack and fly to NY to do this show at the Tony Awards. If you get the opportunity to see this lady perform, please do because she is phenomenal.

    • @TaysTings
      @TaysTings 10 days ago +6

      It’s a gift she went to theater. I’ve seen her in the color purple. Something about her is simply electric

    • @thekingjamesversion
      @thekingjamesversion 10 days ago +3

      Sorry I missed her!

  • @MORGXN
    @MORGXN 10 days ago +92

    She is magic

  • @katwil89
    @katwil89 10 days ago +16

    Adam sang that tiny bit and I got chills. He's amazing.

  • @equanimityzen58
    @equanimityzen58 10 days ago +29

    Adam made me jump out my chair snapping my fingers in the air. 🔥

    • @michellelaguerre8760
      @michellelaguerre8760 9 days ago +1

      I would love to see him and Cynthia on Broadway together or do a musical together.s maybe Mary Poppins. has it been done already? I’m not too sure.

  • @anastasiabeaverhausen8220

    She can sing (and do) anything. Jazz, R&B, soul, Broadway, pop, the great old standards. Amazing talent.

  • @dembylife2993
    @dembylife2993 7 days ago +8

    This is one of the BEST openings yet!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @EvenPrejean
    @EvenPrejean 8 days ago +9

    Ok so i just feel that she is so underrated. She has the voice of a legend, like this girl is up in the whitney houston ranking

  • @lexvazquez80
    @lexvazquez80 10 days ago +155

    Look at Miss Cynthia Erivo showing up as a Christmas present and giving us a magical gift with her voice!❤😊

    • @christinemilham2847
      @christinemilham2847 9 days ago +2

      The dress was kinda reminding me of "Annie" 🙂

    • @lexvazquez80
      @lexvazquez80 9 days ago

      @@christinemilham2847I see what you mean! 😊

    • @StaceofCakes
      @StaceofCakes 9 days ago +4

      Her dress was indeed a nod to Annie. The musical composer, Charles Strouse, passed away in May & was the first one featured in the “In Memoriam” segment. Another Annie nod was Sara Bareilles & Cynthia Erivo singing “Tomorrow” in that segment.

    • @lexvazquez80
      @lexvazquez80 9 days ago

      @@StaceofCakesthank you for letting me know. 😊

  • @TaysTings
    @TaysTings 10 days ago +62

    How could you not love this woman?

    • @maurahobart5049
      @maurahobart5049 10 days ago +1

      All that hardware is very distracting.

    • @QuentinSwain-69
      @QuentinSwain-69 10 days ago +12

      @@maurahobart5049clearly you’re easily distracted. There’s medication for that.

  • @flymamaKIA93
    @flymamaKIA93 6 days ago +12

    Her tone is so soft yet her belts are so strong, such a unique combination!🤩

  • @wannad8290
    @wannad8290 9 days ago +40

    I love that her dress is paying homage to ANNIE 🥹❤️❤️❤️

  • @sienarosenbaum4733
    @sienarosenbaum4733 10 days ago +25

    Not her giving us the five star Michelin meal and devoured it down and literally left no crumbs until the dessert came and then ate that too oh my god her voice it so amazing I love it ❤

  • @ladydalrymple
    @ladydalrymple 10 days ago +29

    Her voice is remarkable and she makes it looks SO easy.

  • @jackiesanders979
    @jackiesanders979 10 days ago +88

    Cynthia absolutely slayed this opening number!!!! She and Adam Lambert need to head to the studio immediately to perform a duet. Been a fan since his American Idol days...he SANG from his seat!!!! Cynthia and her amazing voice are truly gifts to the world. Her "Tomorrow" with Sara Bareilles for the In Memorium segment was beautiful. I watched the Tonys mainly for Cynthia and the Hamilton performance, but the show was good. Cynthia was an exceptional host!!! And she served so many great looks!!👏🏽❤️👏🏽❤️👏🏽❤️👏🏽

    • @Tkizuka
      @Tkizuka 10 days ago +3

      Cynthia understood the assignment and served perfection!

    • @itsabbycadabby
      @itsabbycadabby 9 days ago

      YASSSSSS

  • @nohandle576
    @nohandle576 7 days ago +3

    her voice is absolutely unreal. i'm so glad she's upfront and center in a well deserved space of spotlight

  • @laurendilaurentis6467
    @laurendilaurentis6467 7 days ago +3

    The vocals, the stage presence, the music, every. thing. stream her album everyone

  • @CenterWomen4B
    @CenterWomen4B 6 days ago +1

    Her voice has a crispness and lightness that I adore.

  • @tatianatomi
    @tatianatomi 10 days ago +18

    I've never giggled and smiled at a Tonys opening number in my life. when Adam SANG I started giggling and smiling ear to ear.

  • @togashimoon
    @togashimoon 10 days ago +64

    2:33 It’s back to back with this woman. Her Grammy Performance, her performance at The Oscars with Ariana Grande … incomparable, now this!!!?!!!!She can’t be stopped!!!!!!! Stream her new album y’all!!!

    • @JonDeere-j2r
      @JonDeere-j2r 10 days ago +2

      Yeah her awards show performances have always been incredible. And she’s been doing them all together since wicked

    • @ronip_baddiebarbzrihanna5083
      @ronip_baddiebarbzrihanna5083 10 days ago +2

      Peridt, don't just stream, buy it ❤❤❤

    • @kishagirl92
      @kishagirl92 10 days ago +2

      Yes, but buy the album too. We need to support her if we want her to continue putting out music. And if it’s anything like I Forgive You, yes please.

  • @hayleygirl67
    @hayleygirl67 10 days ago +22

    Adam Lambert understood the assignment

  • @LTsdesigndiaries
    @LTsdesigndiaries 6 days ago +2

    Yessssssssssssss❤😂🎉😢hunny, she ate this down! Also can we talk about that beautiful choir and the audience performances! So well done!

  • @user-ty7ox9rp9c
    @user-ty7ox9rp9c 6 days ago +6

    Man, I wish I was in that audience 😩
    I’d love to have a mic pointed in my direction by Cynthia and SING 💙😩 I love musical numbers like this especially in that key! Yes!! Adam absolutely slayed!💙 💅 I forgot he can sing in that range

  • @TomLloyd-18
    @TomLloyd-18 10 days ago +62

    I didn't expect anything less than SPECTACULAR from Miss Cynthia. BRAVO! !

  • @markp2827
    @markp2827 10 days ago +30

    I have been waiting for another once in a lifetime voice , and talent! Barbra was always it, and folks we have another in Cynthia! Cheers!

    • @obiephillips9174
      @obiephillips9174 10 days ago +6

      Funny that you would say that because I was checking out her nails and thinking that she is the second coming of Barbra Streisand! I actually like Cynthia a tad bit better too.

    • @castlecorn593
      @castlecorn593 10 days ago +2

      And Adam Lambert

    • @SirTrell
      @SirTrell 7 days ago

      I always wonder who I’m gonna STAN OUT over next… she’s amazing!!!! 🔥🔥🔥

  • @andrewandah5971
    @andrewandah5971 10 days ago +29

    PERIODT ADAM !!!! YOU BETTTAAA !!!!!!

  • @SVUE-jj9jc
    @SVUE-jj9jc 10 days ago +80

    Cynthia did fantastic tonight. The different outfit changes throughout the night kept getting better and better! 👏

  • @robin.jashinsky
    @robin.jashinsky 10 days ago +27

    I love that red dress…and being the Tony Awards, of course her dress is giving “Annie” vibes and I am so living for it ❤❤❤

  • @The_ChildOf_Athena
    @The_ChildOf_Athena 10 days ago +57

    Dude I love Cynthia Erivo she is such an iconnnnnn

  • @jqwgls20794
    @jqwgls20794 10 days ago +41

    the absolutely unreal vocalist you are cynthiaaaaaa

  • @ikedubzz
    @ikedubzz 10 days ago +14

    Cynthia Erivo is a global treasure 🥹

  • @FocusedVoices
    @FocusedVoices 10 days ago +17

    FABULOUS! OK ADAM!!! Cynthia can do no wrong!

  • @jasn6501
    @jasn6501 10 days ago +22

    Broadway Inspirational Voices Choir has been BOOKED lately! I love it! Well done Cynthia!!

  • @sopranogen
    @sopranogen 8 days ago +2

    What an inviting, joyous, and just phenomenal opener! Cynthia delivered an amazing performance and Adam definitely understood the assignment!

  • @JaniceEdwards-cg1qg
    @JaniceEdwards-cg1qg 10 days ago +23

    If Cynthia sang the ingredients on box of Fruit Loops,I would buy it, and I don't even eat Fruit Loops.❤

  • @syki11
    @syki11 7 days ago +3

    Like how are you blessed with a voice this beautiful 🥹

  • @jcbogdon
    @jcbogdon 10 days ago +26

    She makes me giddy just watching her do her thing! ❤ ❤

  • @Itsjanellealiyah
    @Itsjanellealiyah 10 days ago +27

    If I had her voice I would never stop singing. I’d sing everywhere all the time 😅😂

  • @spinion
    @spinion 4 days ago +1

    The whole production was crazy but the choir at the end with Cynthia... loved it!

  • @michelesimard3667
    @michelesimard3667 10 days ago +3

    She literally one of the most flexible and beautiful voices. So strong and powerful and so soft and emotional. Huge fan ❤😍

  • @anthonyxansoni
    @anthonyxansoni 6 days ago +3

    She is the Voice ❤❤❤❤

  • @artbyjoia
    @artbyjoia 10 days ago +18

    Why am I crying? This was amazing!! And way to engage the audience!!

  • @Chrstne81
    @Chrstne81 7 days ago +1

    Absolutely blows my mind how incredibly different her speaking voice is from her singing voice!! Love it!!!

  • @sarahmeister6702
    @sarahmeister6702 10 days ago +18

    Now all I need is a duet with Cynthia and Adam Lambert

  • @jeanpaulcube
    @jeanpaulcube 9 days ago +3

    Her joy during her performances is incomparable. Her smile at the end had me grinning ear to ear.

  • @touchednottouched
    @touchednottouched 10 days ago +13

    She was fantastic and flawless. One of the BEST hostess in years and her closing song was just as magnificent as the opening song. ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @shannonflahertycardo1163

    The effortlessness of that powerhouse of a performer.... She's incredible.

  • @Beauty45810
    @Beauty45810 10 days ago +26

    Her Voice Is Incredible ❤ She Was Born For This And It Shows Magical ✨️

  • @margimattfeld6422
    @margimattfeld6422 10 days ago +45

    So happy for Nicole and Darren winning tonight. All the winners and superb actors... awesome Broadway plays, music

    • @FlyLikeDove
      @FlyLikeDove 10 days ago +1

      Right?! So happy for them both!! She had me in tears!

  • @LiLiQuinn02
    @LiLiQuinn02 10 days ago +12

    i need this released immediately queen

  • @erinharris5438
    @erinharris5438 9 days ago +1

    You know even when the music is happy and upbeat… her voice makes me cry in a GOOD WAY❤❤🥹

  • @alexandraRatliff
    @alexandraRatliff 10 days ago +17

    Adam lambert’s voice is insane 4:52

  • @seslvlv
    @seslvlv 10 days ago +55

    What an authentic opening!!! Proud of Cynthia

  • @ms112174
    @ms112174 10 days ago +18

    Her dress is stunning 🤩. And her voice is flawless!

  • @chanelegray6993
    @chanelegray6993 10 days ago +12

    Her voice always makes me smile

  • @MrRicardowill
    @MrRicardowill 10 days ago +30

    The girl can sing really good. Her rendition of I am telling you should hit number 1 on the Billboard Charts.

  • @francesmartin9397
    @francesmartin9397 10 days ago +4

    “Shiv Roy” on the opening marquee - everybody got their props! The show was unreal! Erivo was the jolt we all need! Thank you TONYS! 10s across the board 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🥊

  • @crystalworthem
    @crystalworthem 10 days ago +8

    Outstanding!!! The theater kid in me is SCREAMING ❤

  • @marlenerichardson2517
    @marlenerichardson2517 8 days ago +2

    OMG she absolutely Killed that opening.

  • @Daddiemoney
    @Daddiemoney 10 days ago +3

    She’s amazing any times she sings and act oh my god! How?!?!

  • @robzphotoz5465
    @robzphotoz5465 10 days ago +17

    Sometimes all you need is the glorious Cynthia Erivo! ❤❤❤

  • @a1st532
    @a1st532 7 days ago +1

    @4:51 idk what's better: Adam KILLING it or that Aunty look he gives like "Don't test me!" 😂❤

  • @MissD1029
    @MissD1029 9 days ago +1

    Cynthia was extraordinary 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @michellelaguerre8760
    @michellelaguerre8760 10 days ago +6

    Cynthia is definitely living up to come an icon

  • @k.thomaz3339
    @k.thomaz3339 10 days ago +8

    I found out about Cynthia the year she did I'm here at the Tony's so to see her return and perform is truly a full circle moment ❤

  • @BlackBroadwayLady
    @BlackBroadwayLady 10 days ago +5

    She was an absolutey amazing magnificent host.

  • @ratildahoyden9864
    @ratildahoyden9864 4 days ago

    What a beautiful piece done by miss Cynthia and Broadway Inspirational Voices! Legendary!

  • @elysam5974
    @elysam5974 7 days ago +2

    OMG! Fantastic! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @frederickmiller5492
    @frederickmiller5492 9 days ago +4

    I am fully committed and will forever worship at the church of Erivo. When she sings - I just stop everything I'm doing and listen.

  • @FlyLikeDove
    @FlyLikeDove 10 days ago +15

    She did such a wonderful job, and her closing number was so fun and incredible!!

  • @ThatGuyLondon
    @ThatGuyLondon 10 days ago +7

    She is just phenomenal!

  • @caldwellcarmelita3
    @caldwellcarmelita3 10 days ago +5

    I loved her!!! I was like yelling at the TV. She got the audience involved. Love her!!! Sometimes all you need is a song!!!! ❤ HER VOICE

  • @marcuswainright952
    @marcuswainright952 10 days ago +3

    He said i cant be singing like that, but I'll give you a little shoulder...and I respect it!