Cancel That! | Chrisette Michele | TEDxMorrisBrownCollege

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Chrisette Michele addresses cancel culture in a poetic way which brings to light the importance of identity and self awareness. She promotes cohesion and uplifting the the community by advocating unity. In a very short span of time, R&B singer/songwriter Chrisette Michele shot from small-time performer to one of Def Jam's most promising talents, purely based on her unique instrument -- a gorgeous and effortlessly versatile singing voice colored with Billie Holiday-esque inflections of vocal pop and jazz. The jazz-influenced vocalist, born Chrisette Michele Payne in 1982, developed her pipes through singing gospel, first performing for a congregation at age four. God and music were clearly instrumental in her upbringing. Her father, who also played the organ, was a deacon, and her mother was the church's choir director.
Growing up in Patchogue, New York, a small town on Long Island, the young singer's parents always kept her busy with tap dancing, piano lessons, choir rehearsals, and the like. But at age 17, Payne had an epiphany. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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  • @shannonwalker958
    @shannonwalker9586 ай бұрын

    So happy to hear you speak on this, Chrisette. You were NEVER canceled in my book. I Love your voice and your spirit. Keep sharing and spreading love. Walk in your truth and keep your head up. Job well done!

  • @netsexec08

    @netsexec08

    6 ай бұрын

    Amen!

  • @laurenwhite3210

    @laurenwhite3210

    6 ай бұрын

    Facts. Was never cancelled and now that she’s my SOROR 💙🕊️she got all the sisterhood

  • @ArtisticDreamN

    @ArtisticDreamN

    6 ай бұрын

    Amen!

  • @marjorjorietillman856

    @marjorjorietillman856

    6 ай бұрын

    Never cancelled here either! And nobody in my Fam!❤

  • @tranabenson3481

    @tranabenson3481

    6 ай бұрын

    Same here!

  • @thetyrahillshow
    @thetyrahillshow6 ай бұрын

    This TED TALK 🔥🔥🔥 WE LOVE YOU & YOU ARE CORRECT!!! WE should have spoken louder in defending YOU. Please forgive US !!

  • @simonejdevone
    @simonejdevone6 ай бұрын

    👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 standing ovation! Many of "us" jump on the bandwagon of online gossip with no empathy or compassion or facts judging from a broken place and loosely following narratives meant to destroy another. But as you said, you can not cancel love.

  • @harrietlucky6316
    @harrietlucky63166 ай бұрын

    Wow, This is a woman with solid foundational values. Every word was spilled with so much strength, certainty and convinction. You cannot cancel people... You cannot cancel purpose...

  • @bigslim750
    @bigslim7506 ай бұрын

    You were never cancelled in our house. Almost 6 years ago my wife walked down the isle to one of your songs at our wedding. Love you and your spirit!

  • @angelthompson549

    @angelthompson549

    6 ай бұрын

    I used her song for my wedding in 2016 (A Couple of Forevers)!!

  • @nyaebama2025

    @nyaebama2025

    6 ай бұрын

    I used her song “Love won’t leave me out” to walk down the aisle at my wedding. Love her!!!

  • @tranabenson3481

    @tranabenson3481

    6 ай бұрын

    So true! I didn’t!

  • @misswandalove

    @misswandalove

    5 ай бұрын

    Same! I did my wedding recessional to her song ❤

  • @tineshacopeland5414
    @tineshacopeland54146 ай бұрын

    I love that she is setting the record straight!

  • @qjones6756
    @qjones67566 ай бұрын

    This is what a SOUND MIND looks like.

  • @jerzeygirl1972
    @jerzeygirl19726 ай бұрын

    She was never canceled for me... I did wonder why she performed at that event, but it wasn't for me to know why... waiting on the next album ma'am ❤🎉🎉

  • @burntskillet-lv2oe

    @burntskillet-lv2oe

    6 ай бұрын

    I said the same....where's the music...if we out here still bumping Rkelly😂 mannnn i love her voice ❤❤

  • @MsMusiqisinme

    @MsMusiqisinme

    6 ай бұрын

    Same here

  • @moniquesmith6055
    @moniquesmith60556 ай бұрын

    Misogyny is real. I may how disagreed with her singing at the inauguration, but I didn't think she should be canceled. Travis Greene went unscathed by this and it was just crazy how we all thought it was a good idea to make her out to be the problem.

  • @AuthorLHollingsworth

    @AuthorLHollingsworth

    6 ай бұрын

    I agree with the Misogyny is real. Kanye West was never cancelled for his MAGA hat or many speeches, but Chrisette Michelle was put on pause. 😢😢😢😢😢

  • @lailas.3205

    @lailas.3205

    5 ай бұрын

    Exactly! And what's crazy is it was actually Travis Greene's performance, and he just invited her to sing along with him. She was a feature. I still love them both 🤷🏾‍♀

  • @lailas.3205

    @lailas.3205

    5 ай бұрын

    @@AuthorLHollingsworth Isn't that a trip!? He called us slaves...oh, and also said that slavery was a choice, and propped 45 up loud and proud and people still defended him, but somehow what Chrisette did was unpardonable.

  • @amarisimpson1506

    @amarisimpson1506

    5 ай бұрын

    Who is Travis Greene? Maybe he wasnt cancelled cuz nobody knows him.

  • @faithbryant3546
    @faithbryant35466 ай бұрын

    I’m literally crying right now. This is monumental. Iconic. I’m incredibly proud- and everyone needs to see this. Imploring everyone that read this comment to send this to 5 people, repost, make a post about it.

  • @Soulsys
    @Soulsys6 ай бұрын

    Well done, wish more people would see and hear this message. Kudos Chrisette 👏🏾

  • @tmichelle9669
    @tmichelle96696 ай бұрын

    My girl! I think I was one of the only people who never understood why she was “cancelled.” I’m glad she was able to move and thrive!

  • @sweetz664
    @sweetz6646 ай бұрын

    You’re correct, hate is exhausting. Speak your truth, Soror 💙

  • @djbrainstorm2344
    @djbrainstorm23446 ай бұрын

    This was 1 of the many times that I sat in the minority seat, because I refused to allow people to talk about you in a negative way. It was a lot of people I looked at different after this because I couldn't believe what I was seeing. I've loved you since I 1st heard your voice on the Tom Joyner Morning show. ❤❤❤Keep loving Chrisette

  • @jleavell26
    @jleavell266 ай бұрын

    She read Wendy Williams for filth and did it graciously.

  • @jeep128
    @jeep1286 ай бұрын

    Love her voice it's so Jazzy and she's very beautiful

  • @prettytallgirlJP1920
    @prettytallgirlJP19206 ай бұрын

    Thank You Soror for speaking your truth so eloquently, gracefully AND BOLDLY!!!!💙🕊️ We NEVER canceled you!!! We must silence these internet bullies who talk too much and too loud!! Love You!!

  • @CallMeJBeezy
    @CallMeJBeezy6 ай бұрын

    I had to share this message as it resonated with my spirit. I appreciate you Chrisette Michelle for being resilient and honest!! You were never cancelled in my world!

  • @tjbussey
    @tjbussey6 ай бұрын

    This was everything it needed to be and I’m so glad of the strength and resilience displayed. Chrisette, my beautiful Soror, I see you! 💙🤍🕊️

  • @its_baryl
    @its_baryl6 ай бұрын

    I love how she BLOOOOMED from that time. She has lived the life of 10 women. I'm always in awe of what she does.

  • @kokobean240

    @kokobean240

    5 ай бұрын

    Me too! I love her❤

  • @nicoledouglas00
    @nicoledouglas006 ай бұрын

    Whew, Chillllle! What got me is that those who kneeyou well enough to have your phone number didn't call you. That's foul. Those people don't love themselves. I didn't cancel you. I listen to your music often. Your love has gotten me through highs and lows of life. So, I wanted to say Thank You for your craft.

  • @lilming23
    @lilming236 ай бұрын

    I love this woman! ❤❤❤❤ well spoken, clearly delivered. Gods woman

  • @ntrahan2008
    @ntrahan20086 ай бұрын

    Thank you Soror for speaking so eloquently on this virtual phenomenon and it's effect on the demise of purposeful, effective communication. You represented us well, and exemplified the true essence of Finer Womanhood!! Well done Soror!! God bless!

  • @ouranoswealthgroup7042
    @ouranoswealthgroup70426 ай бұрын

    Let truth RING loud!!! 👑💜 been rocking with this Queen since her first album release!! Truly a treasured one of one. Keep rising your star, Chrisette!!

  • @THJ_MYDR
    @THJ_MYDR6 ай бұрын

    Forget like! Where is the Love Button?! Well done Chrisette! You spoke your truth and it was incredible!

  • @KatByte4U
    @KatByte4U6 ай бұрын

    Now THIS should "break the Internet!" Share! Share! Share! Thank you, Chrisette! 💙🕊 With love and purpose; peace and blessing. -Kathy ❤🔺️

  • @AuthorLHollingsworth

    @AuthorLHollingsworth

    6 ай бұрын

    I was thinking that she was my Soror, but her year on the blazer is 1920. Also, she has a dove under the 1920. She is a Zeta. Chrisette Michelle is amazing, and I'm happy to see her be great. Beautiful she is 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👸🏾👸🏾🤎🤎🤎 **Much love to you Kathy 💙💛❤️🤍

  • @KatByte4U

    @KatByte4U

    6 ай бұрын

    @@AuthorLHollingsworth Ah! Thank you so much for your kindness and the correction. Blessings! 💙

  • @laquayamarshall4478
    @laquayamarshall44786 ай бұрын

    You were never cancelled boo! We LOVE you and your authenticity Chrisette! Don’t loose that for anyone!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @natashathomas4268
    @natashathomas42686 ай бұрын

    I never wavered; I’ve always been a fan! Love your music so much!

  • @christinelocke715
    @christinelocke7156 ай бұрын

    Well done Chris! This is poetry!

  • @GaiYah

    @GaiYah

    6 ай бұрын

    That's what I felt.

  • @GaiYah

    @GaiYah

    6 ай бұрын

    She embodies the energy of a great poet.

  • @FortunetheQueen
    @FortunetheQueen4 ай бұрын

    You can NEVER be cancelled! God loves you and so do I ❤

  • @F4L24Life
    @F4L24Life5 ай бұрын

    This is an amazing TED Talk, one beautiful conversation - a monologue, that still merits continued conversations of us choosing to have conversations with each other about these tough topics. Ms. Chrisette Michele, you are indeed fearfully and wonderfully made by our Abba Father G_D, thus absolutely was not, and can not be canceled! Thank you so much for choosing to be heard, thus sharing from your heart and mind to the world! Amazing Feat!!!

  • @yolandawright2046
    @yolandawright20466 ай бұрын

    God never canceled you, sis. Your number 1 fan.

  • @tanyawilliams4583
    @tanyawilliams45836 ай бұрын

    So well said. You were never canceled by me. I love you and your music. ❤❤

  • @pattycake23456
    @pattycake234563 ай бұрын

    Such power in your truth! Thank you for sharing !!

  • @desmond2199
    @desmond21996 ай бұрын

    One of the top TED Talks! Beautiful words from a beautiful mind and spirit.

  • @kristenlorease1477
    @kristenlorease14776 ай бұрын

    This is so beautiful and so eloquently said! We love you Chrisette! 💙💙

  • @moniquejordan2712
    @moniquejordan27126 ай бұрын

    They persecute what is authentic in the ANOITING..THAT'S WHY THEY EMPHASIZED HER..GOD wouldn't allowed this to happen to her unless it was apart of a DIVINE STRATEGY that HE is implementing to shift the trajectory in that industry..we will see Chrisette and others with AUTHENTIC TALENT FROM GOD begin to introduce the KINGDOM OF GOD AND HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS IN that sector..and one thing about it is that you cannot cancel CHRIST

  • @raymanjohan8838
    @raymanjohan88386 ай бұрын

    Im proud of her...I knew when I saw her on that stage that she was about to go through it. You can try your best to mute a person but you cant mute the message of love...no matter who you are, no matter what youve done love always prevails.

  • @starshenaparker8378
    @starshenaparker83786 ай бұрын

    So eloquently said and by the way “ intentional “ is one of my favorite songs. You guys did that!

  • @deborahw.215
    @deborahw.2156 ай бұрын

    My goodness!!! This is so powerful. I pray we all hear your words and your heart. Love you and your music.❤

  • @agnesbarthel3909
    @agnesbarthel390910 күн бұрын

    Beautiful!! I listen to you singing Stand every day for encouragement. Your gift is God given, use it to His glory.

  • @kimberlytgordon
    @kimberlytgordon6 ай бұрын

    Takeaways- The heart of a lover serves....this was moving & magnificent. Community Oriented..Blackness is not a monolith..🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏

  • @notabyrd07
    @notabyrd076 ай бұрын

    This was powerful and much need. Thank you Chrissette!!

  • @havootu
    @havootu6 ай бұрын

    So glad to see her really say her peace about all this. And she truly was never cancelled in my book and there was love in the comments at that time as well, they were just overshadowed by so many sheepish idiots with nothing to do. Either way I've watched her evolve over the years and create new types of content and experiences for her audience, online and in person. I'm so glad to see her continuing on and thriving. Hopefully we get an new album from her soon.

  • @IAmDeAudra
    @IAmDeAudra6 ай бұрын

    I am so glad I missed the entire era when the culture tried to cancel this woman. I’m so glad that you didn’t allow people to rob you of your purpose! Isaiah 54:17

  • @houselaflora6967
    @houselaflora69676 ай бұрын

    THIS. The anointing! The TRUTH! Big love, Chrisette! ❤

  • @zabrinamccully9501
    @zabrinamccully95016 ай бұрын

    Good job, Soror! I rocked with you regardless of others' and their thoughts. It was your talent and voice that drew me to you, not your personal life, that gives you free choices like many of us. I ❤️ you, sistah!

  • @aaronlindsey2985
    @aaronlindsey29856 ай бұрын

    This was soo good sister. I’m happy you did this. Love ya!

  • @TaebonyGipson-hi7zh
    @TaebonyGipson-hi7zh6 ай бұрын

    I'm so happy hear you speak on this

  • @lisadokes2655
    @lisadokes26555 ай бұрын

    She is SOOOO RIGHT!!!! We need to hear more of this. Is cancel culture "digital bullying"? Love you, Chrisette.

  • @CupcakeMami
    @CupcakeMami4 ай бұрын

    Chrisette Michele you were never cancelled for me

  • @jonasg1150
    @jonasg11504 ай бұрын

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🏿 THANK YOU FOR for sharing QUEEN

  • @kkane3428
    @kkane34286 ай бұрын

    💙💙💙 love this!! I never knew about cancel culture but I'm writing in my DMIN about bullying. I think canceled cultural is a symptom of bullying.

  • @olympiaboyce
    @olympiaboyce6 ай бұрын

    Wonderfully stated!

  • @ONE31707
    @ONE317075 ай бұрын

    You were never cancelled with me , my household loves you. 🙏🏾💐💐👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @SheridanSheri
    @SheridanSheri3 ай бұрын

    Love never fails ❤I love this 😊 I love you Chrisette Michelle always have ❤

  • @dwightriddick
    @dwightriddick6 ай бұрын

    This was insightful, convicting, and very well done. Thank you

  • @E1LTSaves
    @E1LTSaves6 ай бұрын

    I never Cancelled Chrisette ♐ i don't respect cancel Culture or bullies!

  • @angelamotivates4549
    @angelamotivates45495 ай бұрын

    Wow! So profound. Thanks for sharing your story.

  • @GL-vc6cc
    @GL-vc6cc6 ай бұрын

    🙌🏾🙏🏾👏🏾 Cancel what? Cancel who? I loved this. Thank you for responding on your own terms and in such a powerful way.

  • @michele6375
    @michele63755 ай бұрын

    I have been a fan for a long time as well. Thank you so much for sharing!

  • @nonayobiz8511
    @nonayobiz85113 ай бұрын

    I love the EPIPHANY SONG! SAVED MY LIFE GIRL!!!❤

  • @Natasha_Nisha
    @Natasha_Nisha6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for this, I too can relate..also 💯Love and Truth can not be cancelled!!

  • @ellz4547
    @ellz45472 ай бұрын

    Ma'am as intrigued as I am with your message... I can't get past the song your words create as you speak. You were born with music in your DNA and that can NEVER be canceled

  • @lpayne1073
    @lpayne10736 ай бұрын

    ❤❤❤ Thank you for speaking your TRUTH!! Lots of GEMS dropped.

  • @kevinjames22
    @kevinjames226 ай бұрын

    Amazing talk!

  • @JenkinsLisaC
    @JenkinsLisaC4 ай бұрын

    I STILL LOVE ME SOME CHRISETTE MICHELLE 😘 👏🏾 ❤️ 🎶 🎵

  • @ddmatt1920
    @ddmatt19206 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this! 💙🤍

  • @aprillindsey7225
    @aprillindsey72256 ай бұрын

    I have chills ❤❤❤

  • @ArtisticDreamN
    @ArtisticDreamN6 ай бұрын

    "The heart of a lover serves! where there is room to serve! That's who I've always BEEN! That's who I'll AWAYS BE! There is a Spirit That Lives On The Inside Of ME 🥰" THE MOST BEAUTIFUL! That Spirit shines and connects with all of us Chrisette!! Much Love!!

  • @takishawalker2571
    @takishawalker25716 ай бұрын

    Well said.

  • @kikitaughtme
    @kikitaughtme6 ай бұрын

    Her feature on Jay z's Lost Ones was my introduction to Chrisette. Amazing talent!

  • @ezmereldagerard6999
    @ezmereldagerard69996 ай бұрын

    No one can cancel this amazing gorgeous multi talented artist Chrisette Michelle her voice ❤️ and her words & lyrics are genuine authentic ! We all love you Chrisette Michelle 🌹🕊🕊⚘️⚘️🤗⚘️⚘️🕊🕊⚘️⚘️🕊🕊⚘️⚘️

  • @allthingsmaisha1122
    @allthingsmaisha11226 ай бұрын

    Beautifully said 🤍

  • @AuthorLHollingsworth
    @AuthorLHollingsworth6 ай бұрын

    You were never cancelled in my household. Sis, your music got me through so much throughout the years. I'm thankful for you, and only want the best for you. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👸🏾👸🏾👸🏾👸🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💖💖💖💖

  • @PhineBeauty
    @PhineBeauty6 ай бұрын

    Such a wonderful Ted Talk. Thanks lady ❤

  • @nudah08
    @nudah086 ай бұрын

    I love your response! I’m a Conservative and know we are definitely more alike than not. All it takes is actually talking and listening.

  • @sylviamyers-brooks7085
    @sylviamyers-brooks70855 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🙏

  • @schenikasmith7430
    @schenikasmith74306 ай бұрын

    I'm so proud of you for your strength and resilience! I admire you so much!

  • @devinallen7319
    @devinallen73196 ай бұрын

    Well said👏🏾

  • @Vanessa-iq3vt
    @Vanessa-iq3vt6 ай бұрын

    I think the issue was the response to said “cancellation”. Although impactful no one is really cancelled. I’ll speak for my self but there was an air condescension in the responses. This one included. Like even years later it still continues and it’s weird. People have come back from worse. She’s smart I’m sure can assess crowd behavior and see that if she came back with a popular single this would virtually disappear. But alas, the chip on the shoulder continues. Yes misogynoir exists and it has happened here. are you going to choose get through it? I listened to this whole thing thought there was something redeeming here and it’s just talking at people. Cancel me if you disagree, you’re right i’m wrong lol.

  • @jarelanderson1787
    @jarelanderson17876 ай бұрын

    Absolutely amazing Chrisette, well said. Thank you Chrisette for leaning into your love ❤️ and spirit.

  • @user-yg3dy8ei5u
    @user-yg3dy8ei5u6 ай бұрын

    Very well said and all of it is true.Chrisette was always loved by me❤

  • @lenasmith9120
    @lenasmith91206 ай бұрын

    Like the Phoenix rising out of the ashes. Rise Chrisette❤️

  • @veronicamcneil440
    @veronicamcneil4406 ай бұрын

    ❤ Nothing but Love for you!

  • @jujubee90275
    @jujubee902754 ай бұрын

    Amazing talent

  • @jonathangrigsby7586
    @jonathangrigsby75866 ай бұрын

    The Hand God in a literal Sense is truly on your life. Please continue walking out your purpose. I truly enjoyed your Ted Talk. Love you 🙏🏽❤️

  • @Gatahwiz
    @Gatahwiz6 ай бұрын

    Thank you for calling out the hypocrisy…you are truly a GEM!

  • @user-ff1xk5zm6j
    @user-ff1xk5zm6j6 ай бұрын

    You have freed yourself Happy for you God Bless

  • @chamerej5673
    @chamerej56736 ай бұрын

    Well said! 👏🏽👏🏽

  • @bvalentinelove
    @bvalentinelove6 ай бұрын

    Yesss! Well spoken.

  • @almmason7
    @almmason75 ай бұрын

    Love Christe Michelle, one of the best vocalist out here ❤...paid to see her, it was more than worth it!!! Didn't cost a mortgage/ car payment either...😊 Add great speaker to the list, well done!!! ❤

  • @JudithDixon-zf5mt
    @JudithDixon-zf5mtАй бұрын

    Absolutely amazing, Chrisette. Utterly amazing.

  • @victoriasteward6594
    @victoriasteward65946 ай бұрын

    Love this sooooo much!!!

  • @philipjean-jacques5322
    @philipjean-jacques53226 ай бұрын

    Hallelujah!

  • @propellingonpurpose5104
    @propellingonpurpose51045 ай бұрын

    👏🏽 🙌🏽🙌🏽 so eloquently put!!!!

  • @alainawhite9944
    @alainawhite99446 ай бұрын

    Wow. What a great speaker. Amazing.

  • @aprillindsey7225
    @aprillindsey72256 ай бұрын

    You did AMAZING @chrisettemichele

  • @MsTiLaJ
    @MsTiLaJ6 ай бұрын

    Preach Sistah🙌🏾

  • @iammeallday
    @iammeallday6 ай бұрын

    Beautiful Gutsy and Honest !!! Loved❤❤❤❤❤