An Evening to Remember: Sammulous - "Black Butterfly" Live at the Apollo Theater 2017
Live at The Worlds Famous Apollo Theater in NYC 2017
“Where Stars Are Born And Legends Are Made”
This episode of Showtime at the Apollo TV special, hosted by Steve Harvey and premiering on FOX, showcased a diverse array of performances recorded at the legendary Apollo Theater in Harlem. The lineup for this special features a range of talents, including Sammulous, Chaka Khan, and rappers such as T.I., Meek Mill, Quavo, and RaRa. Additionally, the show will feature the comedic talents of Mike Epps and Gabriel Iglesias on the Apollo stage. Of course, viewers can look forward to the iconic Amateur Night, where up-and-coming artists will take the stage, hoping to win over the audience or face the possibility of being booed off.
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@anthonyphilyaw5527
2 жыл бұрын
I love you man!!! Pipes of life 🎵🎵
@nanarose8537
2 жыл бұрын
@@anthonyphilyaw5527 Wooo! He delivered the goosebumps for sure Awesome performance 😊👏👏🔥
@jonesjois3169
2 жыл бұрын
He can saaaang,whuuuu!!! Refreshing
@lhu6971
2 жыл бұрын
So whatever happened to him after show?
@hannahcolvin5184
2 жыл бұрын
oj
Such a class act. Even as Steve Harvey took a cheap shot at him for his attire, he flipped it by acknowledging how it felt to be in Steve's presence.
@ATL4LIFE2023
2 жыл бұрын
💯 Exactly
@darlenecharleston7247
2 жыл бұрын
Yes Steve was treading on a lawsuit.
@mahoganired8608
2 жыл бұрын
And reminding Steve of his position because he once was in his shoes. Steve can be ignorant an arrogant
@reneebenotmusic
2 жыл бұрын
He did the damn thang!
@missnishab4659
2 жыл бұрын
Steve is ignorant af. Can't stand him. Samulous was the bigger man and didn't go low
He sang that song like he wore his jacket...Magnificently!!!!!
Took me 5 years to hear about this artist?!? This performance is life changing for me. I’m about to google everything I can find about this artist. Bravo!!!
He killed it. I like his version.
I got earth wind and fire vibes from his voice.
@shebaby44
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely
@sonyaprevost5200
2 жыл бұрын
That's the same feeling I got! He reminded me of Philip Bailey! Loved it!!!❤️
@brownvelvet7169
2 жыл бұрын
I agree! Those were Phillip Bailey vibes.
@sbarker600
2 жыл бұрын
Ohhh yeah
@theheirofgrace8095
2 жыл бұрын
My first thought, very nice!
This kid is a STAR ⭐️ Goosebumps
@bellestarr4040
2 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal singer
@HMercy
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, Ma'am! Talented!
@netty5571
2 жыл бұрын
Seriously
@gloriabrown3805
2 жыл бұрын
Omg...Wow👀♥️♥️♥️
@shastajustice3753
Жыл бұрын
and tears.
He REALLY kicked ass as a contestant on America's Got Talent. He sounded like Sylvester reincarnated. His voice range is amazing.
@meekspears923
3 жыл бұрын
Yessssssss!! Yesss he did!!!!
@cynthiacarr3294
2 жыл бұрын
Ikr!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😁💯👍🏾 I was saying and feeling the same! Great minds think a like😁😁😁
@marypearson4781
2 жыл бұрын
Baby! Him & Slyvester together! Woo Child!
@claresamorris2087
2 жыл бұрын
@@marypearson4781 That would have been Marvelous,and devastating for other Performers
@thepisceanleo8677
2 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly
MANNNN THIS DUDE IS AWESOME. HE SOUNDS HONESTLY TO ME LIKE A MALE VERSION OF CHAKA KAHN MIXED WITH RAPHAEL SAADIQ. KEEP SINGING MAN YOUR GREAT.
@charnfriday3837
2 жыл бұрын
Perfect description of him!
@anthonyphilyaw5527
2 жыл бұрын
I said the same thing lol. Also,stokely and kevon Edmonds. His ability to transition and wail those notes in high register, just Phillip bailey all day. I would love to meet him
@jinaedinisci203
2 жыл бұрын
Also a touch of Ronnie Dyson & Rahsaan Patterson
@lorettawilson5973
2 жыл бұрын
YEP!!! HE'S VERY "GIFTED"🎁 I WANNA KNOW WHEN & WHERE'S THE NEXT GIG???
@derickmcnary3897
2 жыл бұрын
Agree...good analogy...
I like his energy. I bet he lights up.a room when he walk in. Beautiful performance.
@bellestarr4040
2 жыл бұрын
Breathtaking
@rosewall9709
2 жыл бұрын
Tucka
@easy1688
2 жыл бұрын
HIS? I thought is SHE until I saw your comment I figure out is a gentlemen singing
@bellestarr4040
2 жыл бұрын
@@easy1688 🫢
@shaetillman8362
2 жыл бұрын
This is how you show someone class, respect and talent all in one. No matter what jokes Steve made he still remained humble and respectful 🥰 Then he got on stage and blew Steve and the Audience away🤷🏽♀️
He hit those Contralto notes like Phillip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire! Beautiful talent that he is. I pray he goes far.
@jazzman688
Жыл бұрын
David peaston.
This artist literally made me cry. His talent is UNMATCHED!
Woooooooooow.. he has Stokely, Rahsaan Patterson, Maxwell, Philip Baily, Sylvester, Raphael Saadiq...all in his voice ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️💯
I love singers like him. Very genuine and engaging.
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
His voice is amazing.
He was born to sing... undeniably vocally talented...I can hear so many different legends when listening to him
@joannjameson4955
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful smile and Wow wow 😁 What a voice...so much emotion and range.l felt songs in my heart and soul and l could not keep still .lt is like Wake up everybody by Teddy or Patti LaBelle singing you'll never Walk alone.....so much passion and talent 😘🤗🎶
His voice is melancholy. He is the black butterfly. He needs to be on America's Got talent. He can sing he's one of a kind he's articulate in every manner. Kudos goes out to you all the way from Delaware.
@TP-xy2ms
2 жыл бұрын
He did end up being on AGT.
@thelmaholloman6588
2 жыл бұрын
What was the result of AGT for him
@ayejay8862
2 жыл бұрын
I agree. It's nothing short of miraculous how in just a few minutes, he converted non-believers into devout followers. Enduing snickering and laughs, by the end of it, he demonstrated beautifully that he is the Black Butterfly! ;) Brought the house down!
@angiet8678
2 жыл бұрын
Yes...young man you did that... We're sending love from Riverdale, Georgia!!!
@joycecarolyndavis7729
7 ай бұрын
He made Steve Harvey look like a fool he had my vote when he did that and then after he sung that just took it over the top.
This is one of the best renditions of Black Butterfly that I've EVAH heard! I had chills running down my back..He sounds like Babyface's fam.. BEAUTIFUL!! 👑❤️
He sent chills through my body!! Who's still watching Samulous do his thing in 2020?
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mar!
@stevenreichertart
3 жыл бұрын
I am. I’ve come back to this video many times to see Samulous’ breathtaking performance. It is so inspiring, especially after the year from hell.
@robindore9582
3 жыл бұрын
2021
@adaezeokonkwo1624
3 жыл бұрын
2021
@leanacopeland1652
3 жыл бұрын
I'm still watching in 2021!!!! He blessed us with his rendition of the song.
I would give my last dollar to hear him on a track with Raphael Saadiq. There is a richness and warmth to his tone that instantly calls to mind the best of soul music from every era.
@timtobias3223
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, but I think he sounds more like a mix between "Stokley" from Mind Condition and Billy Porter
@kikigam7113
3 жыл бұрын
He looks and sounds like him I said the same thing when I first saw this on apollo
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@FlyRoni
2 жыл бұрын
yes he reminds me of Raphael saadiq...too
@FlyRoni
2 жыл бұрын
David Peaston and Raphael saadiq
One of my favorite songs. He made it his own. Bravo 🙌🏾 🥰
My lord! His voice is amazing!!! 🎶😍😍😍
He is magnificent!!!! Mag. Niff. A. Cent. I am in tears!!! He messed Steve Harvey all the way up. He was on the stage WITH him half the song because he just needed to be close to THE GENIUS.
I was a teenager when Mrs D. Williams first record this song in the early 80's. The song in 2020 still holds great meaning today. It truly is an self esteem boosters. Great job Mr. Sammulouce
Amazing performance that is the definition of a performer that leaves it all on stage. I felt the energy he put out in the atmosphere years later.
I’m moved to tears & left wanting more. God has blessed this young man with an amazing, pure voice.
WoW...hadn't heard this powerful song in many years. This young man was awesome! 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
I BET HE CAN SING ANYONE OF RAPHAEL SAADIQ SONGS!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏
@riz-rq9wr
7 жыл бұрын
Honey yes they sound so much alike
@teamsammulousbutterflies
7 жыл бұрын
facebook.com/Sammulous
@thegapsthatneedfilling2024
3 жыл бұрын
And Earth Wind and Fire I'll write a song for you
@bphlatsax75
2 жыл бұрын
You only said that cause of them braces!! 🤣🤣
@MsYogi838
2 жыл бұрын
Yaaassss Baby you did that!!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
He gave me chills!!!! He reminds me of Sylvester that vocal and his confidence!!!
He has "it". Incredible performance
This was one of the most amazing performances I've ever seen. His vocal range is ridiculous.
Can't say how much THIS song means to me thru Your voice brings tears from my Soul in a good way God has you!!! Thank You
The modulation and phasing of his voice and skill in singing his style changes this song to EPIC!!!
I do apologize Denise Williams,but He took that song,and ran with it.He killed that song with His, version of it.BRAVO!CHEERS TO THAT!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@preacher_chick
2 жыл бұрын
He’s good but he is not Denise Williams, he did this version justice
@darlenemcclamy370
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, he did. He sang that song.❤
@corneilmadison8793
2 жыл бұрын
@@preacher_chick preach
@corneilmadison8793
2 жыл бұрын
He sing but his volcals as far as high he gotta work on but he can sing
@shirleyseawood7384
2 жыл бұрын
I think 💭 he did great 👍🏿, I find no fault in his voice at all!!! But I have to say I thought he was a she. Stunning 😍 voice.
I've watched this literally over 100 times just can't get enough he has such a beautiful voice and he knows how to control it i love his version i hope he go's far with his voice.
@kimmyontwit
3 жыл бұрын
I've watched it just s as many times!
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Fye!
@aja1108
2 жыл бұрын
My favorite song too! I always enjoy covers of this. Most ppl who attempt it know the assignment.
Sammulous is a one of a kind vocalist, beautiful uncut raw talent ... I'm so thankful for This posting. I want more of this kind of talented singer , he' s on his way , look out America . Bravo ! Bella!
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Asia!
God given talent. Oh my word. Oooh wow.
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Rose!
I have watched this so many times and each time he give me those chills! This man would be a perfect fit with EWF. What a talent!!👏👏
@shebaby44
2 жыл бұрын
EWF in spot! I would love to know if he's still singing and has a social media page. I pray that he's still doing it
Everytime he sings that song he sets my heart ❤️ on fire. God 🙌 Bless.
Incredible voice!
He TORE THE ROOF DOWN! Wow, a star is born!
This version of "Black 🖤 Butterfly 🦋 was absolutely Beautiful! Not only could I envision that Butterfly 🦋 SOARING above the 🔥 I Saw The POWER of it's wing's as it was Flying!!! Resonating from THAT VOICE!!! As a little Black 🖤♿ girl growing up with a Disability,, this song spoke to the struggle that I faced daily to establish my place in this 🌎 and Ensure that MY Voice is HEARD! Samulous Voice the embodiment of the caterpillar (and the people of color transformation) Rising Falling Evolving Growing Changing from the Cocoon into the Black 🖤 Beautiful Butterfly 🦋 Let us teach our Sons & Daughters that in the Genre of Music 🎵🎶🎼 there are Life Lessons. Excellent musicianship allow the Lessons that parents have been trying to teach to be imprinted in the Childrens Mind and Soul for a lifetime. Well Done Denice Williams Well Done Samulous for Reminding the listener of the Exquisite Beauty of the Butterfly 🦋 Cathy Lynn Saunders Creative Writer and Poet
where is his recording contract????? his voice was Outstanding!!!!!
@riz-rq9wr
7 жыл бұрын
Marsha Johnson right i feel like he should have won somebody need to sign him already
@teamsammulousbutterflies
7 жыл бұрын
I agree Marsha. Follow him on his fan page: facebook.com/Sammulous
@teamsammulousbutterflies
7 жыл бұрын
I was saying the same thing! - here is his fan page: facebook.com/Sammmulous
@nancyspangler8860
6 жыл бұрын
Love him......Love the jacket he designed. REAL TALENT!
I just love him and his personality my 6 year old loves singing Wish he could train her hope he goes so far in his career❤
Ok why do I keep watching this video.....
His voice is phenomenal!
Listen, I'd buy a ticket to Sammulous show
@andremarley943
3 жыл бұрын
I mean fr!! 💯
@lobiesoso
3 жыл бұрын
SO DO I
@bigswingnyc
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for supporting my little brother
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
He got a standing Ovation the majority of his performance. No one else got that response!! Apollo should have competition just for kids and for adults. So there is no Bias!
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Tina!
That baby sang that song...bless his heart...he did good.
I agree he should have won!! His voice blew everyone else out the building!! They chose the young girl because she was still in high school. The audience screamed and clapped for this young man more. This was not fair at all.
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
That last 10 seconds brought me to tears 😭.
I'll follow him to listen to his voice or as long as he allows us
He has a beautiful voice....A real cutie too. America Got Talent didn't do him right😡. I hope he becomes very successful with his dream💖
@bigswingnyc
3 жыл бұрын
This is my little brother... thank you for the support
@debrabarnes503
3 жыл бұрын
@@bigswingnyc Always My blessings to him
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Debra!
@debrabarnes503
3 жыл бұрын
@@teamsammulousbutterflies 🌬💋you are more than welcome peace and blessings young man
Why in the heck am I just discovering Sammulous In 2021?! OMG!! That made me cry! Sammulous, you are the black butterfly you sing about!! It is time for you to spread your wings and fly and shine across this universe! When is your concert? I'm ready for the fashion and soulful singing. Bless you and thank you!
@ednaslayton4723
2 жыл бұрын
I would Iike to see him on Facebook his voice is simply amazing
@kynakynabobeana7860
2 жыл бұрын
Me just discovering him in 2022 😊
@andrewdavis68
2 жыл бұрын
I've just discovered his and he's amazing! Brought me to tears with that rendition!
@redpassion1313
2 жыл бұрын
June 2022 for me. LAWD he's awesome!
So uplifting! What a voice! Sounds like the lead singer from Earth Wind & Fire!
Touched my Soul....SING That SONG...💕💕
Sammulous gave Black Butterfly a refreshing remake..I heard him sing this b4 the Apollo and thought Sammulous was fabulous!!!!
WOW! WHAT AN AMAZING VOICE!
He is one of my favorite male singers!
His voice reminds me of Maurice from Earth, Wind, and Fire. Incredible!
I can't stop watching him😍🙏👏💞 Truly blessed
Sammulous, I'm still watching in October 2019
I want to buy a ticket to see Sammulous now!!! it would be a wish come true for him to sing this song, Black Butterfly". It's the most beautiful thing ive heard in a while, I can only imagine the energy his voice provide at This live show. I got goosebumps in my living room. God bless you Sammuels!!! you jacket and your personality- fly. I'm a fan.
@teamsammulousbutterflies
7 жыл бұрын
WOW! he needs to read this....You can tell him on his fan page: facebook.com/Sammulous
Steve damn near ran on stage😂😂😂😂. He sounds #Amazing
@teamsammulousbutterflies
7 жыл бұрын
LOL please follow his fan page: facebook.com/Sammulous
I've watched this 7 times! Sammulous is the whole package - locals, phrasing, style, and god given talent. Why have I not heard this before now?
His voice is beautiful, i loved his performance on agt too. He should have gone through and won!
I love your voice, it's so soothing and soulful
He is throw back for sure.... The Theater awaits you young man..
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! love theater!
I'm 65, so I have no clue why I'm only hearing this song fir the first time through Sammulous. I love the song and this wonderful rendition. Please consider getting permission to record it. Sammulous, you are a STAR. I'm playing this version for the 100th time.
hes a real artist there's a gold talent in him!!
2023, still watching this video 😊
Wow!!! He reminds me of Phillip Bailey. Great voice!
@teamsammulousbutterflies
7 жыл бұрын
Follow his fan page: facebook.com/Sammulous
GOOOOOSEEEBUMMMPSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
He really is talented.
Tony, Tony Sammulous you've done it again
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Ha ha! Thank you Clark!
His voice reminded me of the singer of the Mint Condition
@nashantastanley3261
6 жыл бұрын
Sounds like Stokes of Mint Condition
@CoachMT4000
6 жыл бұрын
Stokely
@rashondaoliver1238
4 жыл бұрын
He sure do sound like Stokely 😩
STILL POWERFUL N 2024
This makes me cry EVERY SINGLE TIME I watch it. I am on #100 or so. IN ELEVEN DAYS!!!
He's already a superstar. I would pay now to see his show.
America's got talent, American idol, go and BLOW THEM UP with your voice, your voice is ICONIC.
Beautiful voice.
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lashell!
With that voice, how is he not a superstar?? That young man can sing!!!!
oooooo fly.........! fed my soul!!
The best version ever. Ever. Can't stop thinking about this song.
Black Butterfly indeed! Please continue to Soar!! Blessings to you! Beautiful voice!
Sammulous was tremendous. He should have won. I hope he takes his talent to the next level.
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Adrienne!
the best voice ive ever heard on Apollo he shouldve won
The stage is still smoking....Beautiful Voice!
AMAZING AMAZING Ooooo Wee what a voice. What a blessing he is. Never stop singing WOW.👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️
we need this on the radio like right now! artists today aint got shit on this. its a breath of fresh air knowing there are still good singers out there right now and sammulous will be a star if given the chance.
He looks very nice... I love the fit and his voice..
@teamsammulousbutterflies
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Awesome performance. I really love this song. "Black Butterfly" & "We're A Winner" will always transcend across generations.
Best rendition ever kept singing the ending of the song , everybody in my house telling me to "SHUT UP"🤣🤣🤣..I just love it and what can I say😃
Mind blowing I play it over and over
Sammulous, You know who really won that competition......Right
@erincolom8797
7 жыл бұрын
Ann Clark SAMULOUS I LOVE ❤️ YOU
@teamsammulousbutterflies
7 жыл бұрын
Please follow his fan page: facebook.com/Sammulous
He's giving Earth, Wind, & Fire vibes. Love it!
Thank God I found him singing this finally!
Unbelievable range
Beautiful… he in 2021 still in love with his voice…..
All I can say is Wow 👌🏽, breathtaking performance and he owned that stage!!! 👏🏽 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💯❤️