Great video by you W W. I love Debra Byrd and her voice is amazing. Thank you, Debra and your duets with Barry Manilow are fabulous and I listen to them every night. I really love "Let Me Be Your Wings"., but anything you do is great. Thank you, Debra..............Betsy Basile
Thanks to the person that refreshed this - I had never seen it. Knew Debra was VC for American/Canadian Idol, but never kmnew of this performance. Debra has always had a special place in my eyes - not only being a fellow Clevelander, same age, same school district, but appreciated her talents, kindness, and willingness to talk to many Manilow fans over the years. Debra has always been a class act and I was so moved with the reaction she had from the audience and especially the 10 finalists. She was extremely surprised and touched - it was a great tribute to her from all those who had experienced her teaching skills and bringing out the best in everyone for their performances. I realize this was many years ago - but in the past week - others have acknowledged her many skills. Byrd - you were and are the Best! Rest in peace while you sing with the angels.
Debra....I did not know you were a vocal coach. I should have known that as your voice is fantastic. I always try to sing, but no way. You are just too good, Debra and I love the way you sing this beautiful song. Thank you and I love you with Barry Manilow too............BB
Scott Cornelius I commend her for trying to replicate Ms Dionne Warwick's unique way of ending that particular song but seems to me no one could pull it off like Dionne Warwick did in her prime years. (1979-2010)
Oh hon, she sang backup on Manilow first 7 albums as part of Lady Flash. I first saw her in a 1977 Manilow concert shown on HBO. Amazing lady with an amazing voice.
Wonderful!! I had the pleasure of working with Debra Bird when she was the choral director for Barry Manilow's UK tours. My choir sang at the Cardiff (Wales, UK) gigs. She was impressed by their singing in rehearsal so much so that she asked me if I was married!!!!! Ah, if only..............
This wonderful woman live on through the people life she touched . Thank you for showing up for so many people that love , respect and adore you. We will never forget you.
Barry Manilow got her the job. She got her start with HIM. This song was produced and arranged by Barry. Debra has worked with Barry, toured with him since 1975. I could tell you when she was on the road with him and when she wasn't. She is usually in the studio with him on every album he has ever released. Can you fathom HOW many concerts she has performed in with him and been his foremost backup singer, if not vocal director for the other musicians and singers onstage with him? She's a legend. She WAS around when Dionne Warwick recorded this song written by Richard Kerr and Wil Jennings.
She is downright amazing and such a beautiful human being! 😊 She happens to be my vocal coach too. I was 17 when I started with her. It's almost been 2 years with her. And she'll be my coach forever. She always has the greatest tips. I love her and her voice.
She looks and sounds so much like Oleta Adams. Oleta Adams did the remake of Get Here by Brenda Russell. This lady Byrd is so good. Very classy, talented and sophisticated. Thanks for the post.
Yeah she look a little like Oletta but Oletta is more classy and slimmer and some inflections in her voice may sound like her but Oletta is a much better singer by far a larger extension.of voice and colors and vocal expresion much better..
I commend her for trying to replicate Ms Dionne Warwick's unique way of ending that particular song but seems to me no one could pull it off like Dionne Warwick did in her prime years. (1979-2010)
I've loved her from way back when she toured for many years as part of Lady Flash, the featured backup group for Barry Manilow. My favorite was "Some Good Things Never Last." Rest In Peace, Debra! ❤💔
One thing I admired about this performance was that she was honest. She wasn't doing all those runs or trying to scream out notes. She was singing the songs. Taylor Swift take notes..........
I was first introduced to Debra Byrd singing back up for Patti Austin on a live album I believe from the early 90's.Patti is introducing the band on the last song of the album and Debra does her thing.The song is called "Laugh or cry",someone posted a live version also.
What a stunning voice!!! - Reminds of the vocal style of "Dreamgirls" musical. Shame she is the vocal coach in the UK - mind you I think they're beyond help here!!!
@@ayawkolba I think she is way better than Dionne. I saw her a lot performing with Barry Manilow and her voice is wonderful. She also has so much warmth on stage. I love Dionne but she does come across as cold.
Sem dúvida! Tem nem como comparar! Se eles se empolgaram mesmo assim,Thalita os fariam desmaiar! Obs; O inglês da Thalita melhorou bastante,desde 2008!
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Chills! May Debra’s memory be a beautiful blessing! 💕
Thank you for the music Debra, RIP 🙏🏻
💔Rest in Peace Debra Byrd 💔
A complete class act!!!!
That's my cousin...the family is so proud of her...we love you Deb! 🥰😘❤
I’m so sorry for your loss. I absolutely LOVED her group Lady Flash.
So very sorry for your loss. She was well-loved by Manilow fans for years. Please know our thoughts are with your family.
Great video by you W W. I love Debra Byrd and her voice is amazing. Thank you, Debra and your duets with Barry Manilow are fabulous and I listen to them every night. I really love "Let Me Be Your Wings"., but anything you do is great. Thank you, Debra..............Betsy Basile
Thanks to the person that refreshed this - I had never seen it. Knew Debra was VC for American/Canadian Idol, but never kmnew of this performance. Debra has always had a special place in my eyes - not only being a fellow Clevelander, same age, same school district, but appreciated her talents, kindness, and willingness to talk to many Manilow fans over the years. Debra has always been a class act and I was so moved with the reaction she had from the audience and especially the 10 finalists. She was extremely surprised and touched - it was a great tribute to her from all those who had experienced her teaching skills and bringing out the best in everyone for their performances. I realize this was many years ago - but in the past week - others have acknowledged her many skills. Byrd - you were and are the Best! Rest in peace while you sing with the angels.
My vocal coach each time on Idol. Season 9 and 11. Love her. She's amazing.
Debra....I did not know you were a vocal coach. I should have known that as your voice is fantastic. I always try to sing, but no way. You are just too good, Debra and I love the way you sing this beautiful song. Thank you and I love you with Barry Manilow too............BB
REST IN PEACE DEBRA!
Miraculous! Spectacular! One of a kind!! Much respect Byrd!! Love ya! 😍⭐️🤩💜☮️
RIP Debra Byrd !!! 🙏🏾
Debra era muy dulce. La voz de Dionne suena demasiado fuerte y no enamora.
Yes rip Debra Byrd sad😭
R.I.P Debra Byrd 🙏🏾🕊️
She use to sing that nightly during a Manilow tour. She brought the house down evertime.
Scott Cornelius I commend her for trying to replicate Ms Dionne Warwick's unique way of ending that particular song but seems to me no one could pull it off like Dionne Warwick did in her prime years. (1979-2010)
Oh hon, she sang backup on Manilow first 7 albums as part of Lady Flash. I first saw her in a 1977 Manilow concert shown on HBO. Amazing lady with an amazing voice.
THAT VOICE!!!!!!! OMG!!!! Killed it! And that just happened to be one of my favorite Dionne Warwick songs EVER!
Yes she's an angel with an awesome voice❤ RIP Debra, will miss you , thank you
So good! I am proud of Babybird!!!
Wonderful!! I had the pleasure of working with Debra Bird when she was the choral director for Barry Manilow's UK tours. My choir sang at the Cardiff (Wales, UK) gigs. She was impressed by their singing in rehearsal so much so that she asked me if I was married!!!!! Ah, if only..............
This wonderful woman live on through the people life she touched . Thank you for showing up for so many people that love , respect and adore you. We will never forget you.
I love the respect and appreciation being shown to Byrd, in this video, for all of her hard work and dedication to the contestants.
Love you Debra and we miss you on the stage with Barry !
BEAUTIFUL‼️🎶🎶🎶
Sensational performance. You are a singing angel now in heaven. ♥️🌹
Simply beautiful!
Love you cousin! Gonna miss your beautiful spirit!
Debra, you sound amazing as always!! AndI loved what the one idol contestent said about you....you are sunshine! much love, Ellyn
Debra was amazing, was lucky enough to see her perform live with Barry Manilow many times, they had such wonderful chemistry. RIP lovely lady x
Beautiful. RIP beautiful person❤
That's a woman right there. She was almost my coach on Idol, she accepted me into the vocal program for Musicians Institute, and she is beautiful ❤❤❤❤
rip byrd i will always remember you
Barry Manilow got her the job. She got her start with HIM.
This song was produced and arranged by Barry. Debra has worked with Barry, toured with him since 1975. I could tell you when she was on the road with him and when she wasn't. She is usually in the studio with him on every album he has ever released.
Can you fathom HOW many concerts she has performed in with him and been his foremost backup singer, if not vocal director for the other musicians and singers onstage with him?
She's a legend.
She WAS around when Dionne Warwick recorded this song written by Richard Kerr and Wil Jennings.
Loved her with Lady Flash and Barry!
She is downright amazing and such a beautiful human being! 😊 She happens to be my vocal coach too. I was 17 when I started with her. It's almost been 2 years with her. And she'll be my coach forever. She always has the greatest tips. I love her and her voice.
Did she teach you anything about olive oil?
And then all the people surrounding you was so wonderful Debra. You must really be a wonderful person.love you Debra....Betsy Basile
This is Dedicated to the one I love is so sweet and shows what a wonderful person you are. I thought that you were a terrific person...BB
She looks and sounds so much like Oleta Adams. Oleta Adams did the remake of Get Here by Brenda Russell. This lady Byrd is so good. Very classy, talented and sophisticated. Thanks for the post.
Yeah she look a little like Oletta but Oletta is more classy and slimmer and some inflections in her voice may sound like her but Oletta is a much better singer by far a larger extension.of voice and colors and vocal expresion much better..
Rest in peace Debra. I had the honor of seeing you perform with Barry a few times. You were amazing. Thank you for sharing your talent with us all.
nice po ❤
Fabulous!!! I am so proud of you!
I commend her for trying to replicate Ms Dionne Warwick's unique way of ending that particular song but seems to me no one could pull it off like Dionne Warwick did in her prime years. (1979-2010)
She is brilliant!
Simple yet brilliant performance
Can't compare to Dionne Warwick's
Many online performances of this fantastic song but it's unfair to expect that she could.
I've loved her from way back when she toured for many years as part of Lady Flash, the featured backup group for Barry Manilow. My favorite was "Some Good Things Never Last." Rest In Peace, Debra! ❤💔
She is AWESOME!
What a voice!! Love Debra ❤️ rip sweet lady!
Wow!!!! I LOVE this!!! How beautiful!!!
That was simply brilliant. Whatnan incredible performance.
PureAloha78 I appreciate that she tried the "DIONNE WARWICK ENDING" of the song but no one can do it like Dionne..
Amazing
R.I.P. Debra! 😢
One thing I admired about this performance was that she was honest. She wasn't doing all those runs or trying to scream out notes. She was singing the songs. Taylor Swift take notes..........
How wonderful!
I just learned of her passing. R.I.P. Lady of song. Now singing with the angels 🎤🎤🎤
Wonderful ❤❤❤❤ Love from Bosnia and Herzegovina
She is Amazing. She looks and sounds a light like Oleta Adams from Get Here fame.
what a fantastic woman & what a fantastic singer Debra ur one in a million
She's been a true professional since being with Barry Manilow
I was first introduced to Debra Byrd singing back up for Patti Austin on a live album I believe from the early 90's.Patti is introducing the band on the last song of the album and Debra does her thing.The song is called "Laugh or cry",someone posted a live version also.
it made me cry,& gave me goosebumps.
I love her voice
Fantástico!
Uma nova roupagem para um grande sucesso da inigualável Dionne Warwick.
09/04/20
Great rendition. But I can't stop getting Dionne's original classic out of my head as being the best.
WOW....such a beautiful woman with a very beautiful voice....AMAZING....!
10000 Likes Congratulations!!!!
Canadian Idol yes
i met her! shes truly amazing :D
She sounds like Dionne!❤️
goooood, goood performance
this was Canadian idol....American Idol never showed this side of her....
Barry and Debra performing a timeless Barbara Streisand classic. And a wicked saxophone player to boot. ruclips.net/video/ifSEElS5MXQ/видео.html
RIH Debra
Enjoyed her performance!! RIP
wow... wow..
she does! my fav is called mind fire...
Absolutely stunning!
Parabéns(congratulations)! Brasil
amo essa musica, deu show..voz incrivel.
A great voice.
What a stunning voice!!! - Reminds of the vocal style of "Dreamgirls" musical.
Shame she is the vocal coach in the UK - mind you I think they're beyond help here!!!
Arrasou 😍👏👏👏👏
i met here :D shes amazing!
The video is a part of Canadian Idol.
R.I.P greatest voice ever!
Hi Debra, it’s your moms paper boy on east 114 Th st cleve Ohio Herman Adams . Your friend
RIP DB 😪
I Love you John cana
Rest in peace!
Why has Debra never made a solo album?
I don't think so.
No budget
Hachie Simon Channel Manilow should have done an album with her. She is better than Dionne Warwick and has no edge to her voice.
@@photomusicman9413 I doubt.
@@ayawkolba I think she is way better than Dionne. I saw her a lot performing with Barry Manilow and her voice is wonderful. She also has so much warmth on stage. I love Dionne but she does come across as cold.
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oman i have her vidoes shes soo cool :]
Rest with the Lord 🙏🏽🕯🕊🪦💐💔😓
EU ME ARREPIE TODO AMEI TEMAS
Debra was a member of "Lady Flash". Look at my Lady Flash videos!
disse tudo mesmo
nice so more best isT halita Pertuzzatti - I"ll never love this way agai
Sem dúvida! Tem nem como comparar! Se eles se empolgaram mesmo assim,Thalita os fariam desmaiar! Obs; O inglês da Thalita melhorou bastante,desde 2008!
Amazing and nice lady
I admired her. But no one can pull it off to Dionne Warwick during her prime life.
Canadian Idol*
Rip
The only other thing that would have made COMPMETE..was if they could have gotten Barry Manilow out there...
I think there is a clip of her singing backup to Dionne when Dionne sings "Walk on By" from this sametime period.
Original is still the best