I love that when she hits that crazy high note she surprises herself and just laughs in joy at the moment. Yes, the is definitely one of her best live vocals on TV. She does a beautiful live version as a duet of Paradise (Not for Me) on the Confessions tour. And obviously Frozen is a masterpiece. The version she does on the Madame X tour with a video of her daughter Lourdes behind her is spectacular.
This is arguably one of her best live vocals ever. I saw her perform it twice on Confessions Tour and she sounded amazing both nights. I love ROL, it makes me feel joy, a sense of structured chaos and empowered for some reason. Glad it was suggested. Another great reaction!
Madonna's creative period during the 'Ray of Light' era was notably raw and genuine, showcasing her artistic versatility and depth. Her performances, especially the rendition of 'Ray of Light' on the guitar, were emblematic of this creative zenith on tours years later.. The energy she radiated in those moments was extraordinary, capturing a spirit that some fans feel isn't as pronounced in her more recent appearances. Today, Madonna's style has evolved, embracing elements like grills, bum pads, and an array of wigs, which some find more challenging to interpret. This shift in her aesthetic and performance style reflects her ever-changing persona and the continuous reinvention that has defined her career. Despite these changes, there's an undeniable charm and appeal to this phase of her artistic journey. For fans of Madonna, this period remains a golden era, filled with memorable performances and significant artistic expressions. It was, without a doubt, an exciting and rewarding time to be a fan of her work, witnessing the evolution of a music icon who has continually pushed the boundaries of pop music and culture.
I’ve never yet see any other singer covering this song that can match her energy, vibe and vocal range. This was celebratory, a reawakening and rebirth of her life’s priorities and artistry. Just awesome!
You hit the nail on the head. Everything about this is energy.. her physically, the crowd, the vibe. People during talk shows never get this excited for a performance because most likely they aren't all of her fans but she truly won them over. Glad you're day is going better now.. This is one of her best live performances PERIOD.
You should listen to the second song she performed on that Oprah show, Little Star, she wrote it for her daughter Lola! Sooo good! Thanks for another great reaction! 👏🏼👏🏼🙏👏🏼👏🏼
This was extraordinary. Her best next Ray Of Light "live" vocal. She had other decent ones with Drowned World and Confessions, but this is remarkable. The energy not only Madonna brings but the audience too is just incredible.
Thanks so much for this video. I had never seen that live performance. Ray of Light is one of my all-time favorites from Madonna. She sounded so amazing here.
The live energy is quintessentially Madonna! She takes the audience to heights of joy and sometimes spirituality. Ray of Light is my favorite album, and that is hard to say because she has so many excellent albums!
I taped Oprahnthat day because I knew M would be on. During the first playback (and many times after), I was jumping around and just blown away but the vocals. One of her best ever live performances. The audience energy was incredible, as was Oprah’s response.
I found out about this performance in 2023. I love it more than the original. It gives me something extra! It makes me feel so good!! The vocals are phenomenal!!
I could watch that performance over and over, it's just joyous.I'm a huge fan of the film Koyaanasquatsi so when Ray of Light dropped it blew me away, I still think it's a one-of-a-kind song and I'm always amazed when she sings it, but that one is one of her best, there's something even more authentic about it than usual, you can see she's enjoying life.
This is one of those performances that when I revisit I have to watch like 10 times in a row!!! And I just did now with your reaction!!! This is such a feel-good performance!!! ❤❤❤
Hi there are a lot of beautiful demos from Ray of Light like Revenge ,Gone Gone Gone. There's also a special MTV Ultrasound 98 where Madonna brings MTV into the studio for the first time. Then there is also the performance of MTV 98 where, however, Madonna had problems with audio return and it was not perfect as per the oprha
And that would be the last time she sang the song in all the correct keys, octives, etc., including the climactic screen at the end she only dared one other time and got a lot of sht for not doing perfectly. Over the years, since guy - her confidence and the way she used to just attack the vocals win or lose has definitely dissipated a lot.
There's definitely tons of reverb and effects on her vocals here, which masks some of the imperfections, but it's a great performance regardless. She's struggled to sing this one (particularly at the VMAs later that year) partly because of the key, so it's been lowered on many of her tour performances. She sounds great on the Drowned World Tour, but the one-off performances during this era weren't the greatest. I think her training helped in the studio but actually got in the way during her live performances while promoting the album because she got in her head and didn't just sing instinctively like had in the past. That's just my two cents. I know a lot of fans love her voice during this era. I think her peak in terms of vocal technique is probably a few years later during the Re-Invention Tour. You could tell she was still seeing a vocal coach because she had both power and pitch control, which she's sadly lost over the years (probably due to both age and lack of maintenance). Anyway, love this performance and your reactions!
I think there is a special effect in her voice because she sounds totally different in MTV she sang the song with Lenny Kravitz, there are effects in this song in her voice for singing in that way, specially in the high notes, in the Drowned World was ok but not the best, maybe this performance is closer to the original version from the album.
Yeah this one the best performances ever imo. I would love to see your reaction to the Japanese bonus track from Ray of Light called “Has to Be”. In some regions it was also a bside to the Ray of Light single and you can find it on Spotify as such. So while I love all live performances from the era nothing quite topped it but 1. Which is the Frozen live performance from the Rainforest Chariy Show. Sadly it was not televised, but on youtube there is a non proffesional recording which I love to listen to from time to time. You could check put if that is worth including on your channel. That vocal performance gives me serious goosebumps😊
I’m so here for your reactions! Could you kindly react to her appearance on Ellen, specifically “Joan of Arc” performance. Her most personal performance on a show yet.
She performed this twice that day. When she came back to this crowd the second time she told them her manager said she had to do it again, that she could do it better. I believe this is why the audience is so extra supportive and why the energy is through the roof. 🔥 🔥 🔥
I loved this era of Madonna and this performance inparticular. I really thought that she was going to keep evolving into an artist I could enjoy as I also grew older. The artist she has become today is a travesty.
Sorry i had to shrink it down so much to get it on here. Fuller version on Patreon. Ray Of Light full album reaction on Patreon on Sunday 21st jan!
Easily her best live vocal performance of, Ray of Light.
I love that when she hits that crazy high note she surprises herself and just laughs in joy at the moment. Yes, the is definitely one of her best live vocals on TV. She does a beautiful live version as a duet of Paradise (Not for Me) on the Confessions tour. And obviously Frozen is a masterpiece. The version she does on the Madame X tour with a video of her daughter Lourdes behind her is spectacular.
This is arguably one of her best live vocals ever. I saw her perform it twice on Confessions Tour and she sounded amazing both nights. I love ROL, it makes me feel joy, a sense of structured chaos and empowered for some reason. Glad it was suggested. Another great reaction!
Madonna's creative period during the 'Ray of Light' era was notably raw and genuine, showcasing her artistic versatility and depth. Her performances, especially the rendition of 'Ray of Light' on the guitar, were emblematic of this creative zenith on tours years later.. The energy she radiated in those moments was extraordinary, capturing a spirit that some fans feel isn't as pronounced in her more recent appearances.
Today, Madonna's style has evolved, embracing elements like grills, bum pads, and an array of wigs, which some find more challenging to interpret. This shift in her aesthetic and performance style reflects her ever-changing persona and the continuous reinvention that has defined her career.
Despite these changes, there's an undeniable charm and appeal to this phase of her artistic journey. For fans of Madonna, this period remains a golden era, filled with memorable performances and significant artistic expressions. It was, without a doubt, an exciting and rewarding time to be a fan of her work, witnessing the evolution of a music icon who has continually pushed the boundaries of pop music and culture.
Well said! The spirit in this performance is so powerful - there's a kind of care-free energy to it that is infectious.
No elaborate show, just her, the band and the music! She commands everything with ease. My favorite ever live vocal performance she’s ever given!
I’ve never yet see any other singer covering this song that can match her energy, vibe and vocal range. This was celebratory, a reawakening and rebirth of her life’s priorities and artistry. Just awesome!
INSANE. Her efforts into singing, dancinhg and staying "on tune".
I love Madonna mainly her energy 🥳😘
The very best singing by Madonna, from the most constructive periode of her life. She's ray of light. 😎🖤👍
You hit the nail on the head. Everything about this is energy.. her physically, the crowd, the vibe. People during talk shows never get this excited for a performance because most likely they aren't all of her fans but she truly won them over. Glad you're day is going better now.. This is one of her best live performances PERIOD.
The lady with the Karen Haircut doing the Running move
You should listen to the second song she performed on that Oprah show, Little Star, she wrote it for her daughter Lola! Sooo good! Thanks for another great reaction! 👏🏼👏🏼🙏👏🏼👏🏼
G'day it's Steven from down under again
ALL HAIL THE QUEEN OF POP!
The audience went CRAZY FOR HER 🤯😂💯
Her best tv live perfomance in my opinon. WOW, WOW, WOOOOOW ;-)
This was extraordinary. Her best next Ray Of Light "live" vocal. She had other decent ones with Drowned World and Confessions, but this is remarkable. The energy not only Madonna brings but the audience too is just incredible.
she's underrated vocally methinks
Thanks so much for this video. I had never seen that live performance. Ray of Light is one of my all-time favorites from Madonna. She sounded so amazing here.
Before this I would say Express Yourself from 89 VMAs was her best one and done song performances. She kicked the shit out of that. She's awesome 👌
The live energy is quintessentially Madonna! She takes the audience to heights of joy and sometimes spirituality. Ray of Light is my favorite album, and that is hard to say because she has so many excellent albums!
I taped Oprahnthat day because I knew M would be on. During the first playback (and many times after), I was jumping around and just blown away but the vocals. One of her best ever live performances. The audience energy was incredible, as was Oprah’s response.
Imagine that on a TV SHOW....TV SHOW MAN....the nergy live....Madonna @ her very best
Spectacular as always
Finally you're reacting to her best era. Imo this is her best live performance of ROL. And the crowd was so energetic 🤩
Yeah, the crowd were so into it!
Deeper and Deeper from The Reinvention Tour was AMAZING!!! Would be a great reaction.
I think it’s the best live performance from any of her dance hits❤
Wow!!!! Effing brilliant!!!! I have never seen this!!! (Probably cos its Oprah) seen many live performances of this song but ... seriously? Amazing😊
SHE DID THAT, wow.
The energy of the crowd and the added percussion is so cool on top of M’s energy. Ray of Light from The Confessions Tour is incredible too.
I found out about this performance in 2023. I love it more than the original. It gives me something extra! It makes me feel so good!! The vocals are phenomenal!!
absolutely adore this so bloody good
I could watch that performance over and over, it's just joyous.I'm a huge fan of the film Koyaanasquatsi so when Ray of Light dropped it blew me away, I still think it's a one-of-a-kind song and I'm always amazed when she sings it, but that one is one of her best, there's something even more authentic about it than usual, you can see she's enjoying life.
one of my favourite performances and interviews, i know you loved the tour a few weeks ago but it just saddens me to see the state of her these days.
Love the vibe from the woman in the green at 4:43 +
Her vocals & energy 👏 🙌
Madonna also performed Little Star on Oprah that day. A beautiful performance if you want to check it out.
Ray of Light is the only album of Madonna that I’ve ever bought and I love it.
Love this reaction. Thanks for leading me to this performance !
YESSSS
ill be resubscribing soon
@DanielCaires olha que bonitinho ele te agradecendo! Parabéns pelo trabalho de ambos, excelente!
This is one of those performances that when I revisit I have to watch like 10 times in a row!!! And I just did now with your reaction!!! This is such a feel-good performance!!! ❤❤❤
Another great reaction. Keep them coming. You're tops!
thank YOU for doing my day with your reaction 🤗hit forward on this show and listen to Little Star. mesmerising 😍🥰
Hi there are a lot of beautiful demos from Ray of Light like Revenge ,Gone Gone Gone. There's also a special MTV Ultrasound 98 where Madonna brings MTV into the studio for the first time. Then there is also the performance of MTV 98 where, however, Madonna had problems with audio return and it was not perfect as per the oprha
Awesome loved it
Awesome performance
you are welcome buddy
Love it! :D x
Love your reaction to this
And that would be the last time she sang the song in all the correct keys, octives, etc., including the climactic screen at the end she only dared one other time and got a lot of sht for not doing perfectly. Over the years, since guy - her confidence and the way she used to just attack the vocals win or lose has definitely dissipated a lot.
It’s a fking hard song to sing live, but she nailed it!
There's definitely tons of reverb and effects on her vocals here, which masks some of the imperfections, but it's a great performance regardless. She's struggled to sing this one (particularly at the VMAs later that year) partly because of the key, so it's been lowered on many of her tour performances. She sounds great on the Drowned World Tour, but the one-off performances during this era weren't the greatest. I think her training helped in the studio but actually got in the way during her live performances while promoting the album because she got in her head and didn't just sing instinctively like had in the past. That's just my two cents. I know a lot of fans love her voice during this era. I think her peak in terms of vocal technique is probably a few years later during the Re-Invention Tour. You could tell she was still seeing a vocal coach because she had both power and pitch control, which she's sadly lost over the years (probably due to both age and lack of maintenance). Anyway, love this performance and your reactions!
Very interesting, I'll keep all that in mind! I quite like when her vocals are a bit rough and not studio-perfect
good to hear a fan, keeping it real!
I think there is a special effect in her voice because she sounds totally different in MTV she sang the song with Lenny Kravitz, there are effects in this song in her voice for singing in that way, specially in the high notes, in the Drowned World was ok but not the best, maybe this performance is closer to the original version from the album.
Yeah this one the best performances ever imo. I would love to see your reaction to the Japanese bonus track from Ray of Light called “Has to Be”. In some regions it was also a bside to the Ray of Light single and you can find it on Spotify as such.
So while I love all live performances from the era nothing quite topped it but 1. Which is the Frozen live performance from the Rainforest Chariy Show. Sadly it was not televised, but on youtube there is a non proffesional recording which I love to listen to from time to time. You could check put if that is worth including on your channel. That vocal performance gives me serious goosebumps😊
I’m so here for your reactions! Could you kindly react to her appearance on Ellen, specifically “Joan of Arc” performance. Her most personal performance on a show yet.
Such a hard song to sing live
Full on LIVE ..... this isnthe artist that many say can't sing 😅 😂 YAS GURL!!!!😊❤
Not sure if you have or not, but check out Ray or Light from the Drown World Tour.
Check out live8 and drowned world versions both amazing. Also frozen drowned world tour will blow ur mind
Sounds very good and I do actually belive it is a hard song to sing.
She performed this twice that day. When she came back to this crowd the second time she told them her manager said she had to do it again, that she could do it better. I believe this is why the audience is so extra supportive and why the energy is through the roof. 🔥 🔥 🔥
it didn't happen twice. NOPE
I loved this era of Madonna and this performance inparticular. I really thought that she was going to keep evolving into an artist I could enjoy as I also grew older. The artist she has become today is a travesty.
Love this live performance of hers. Oprah is always embarrassing when she's attempting to dance or pretend as if she knows the lyrics.
Has to be was a b side and it’s a great song! It made the Japanese cd cut but no other