Notice the walk up to the mic stand and the spin at the beginning, Cynthia already knew she was about to slay this, there was no question

No one has mentioned how good the band is. Vocals, band, back ground singers all compliment each other...smooth, sophisticated performance.

@ecclairmayo4153

3 жыл бұрын

Percussion and horn section were clean! Lead singers voice cant hang with this band, unfortunately.

@dayram6217

3 жыл бұрын

The Band indeed! What a great sound. The background singers are fantastic!

@aledinks7911

3 жыл бұрын

Yesss! A wonderful overall tribute.

@Omega1st

3 жыл бұрын

@@ecclairmayo4153 What nonsense are you talking?

@classix2132

2 жыл бұрын

And know one mentioned the sound engineer behide and the whole team in it

I need a full version of Reasons from her 👏👏👏

@joshuarosario39

3 жыл бұрын

me too!!

@saxtonjohnson8363

3 жыл бұрын

FACTS

@chrismartinez1121

3 жыл бұрын

Same here

@treblazer

3 жыл бұрын

absolutely

@angelaechon4083

3 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! 💜

Yes dress Yes vocal Yes presence Yes class Yes delivery Yes Kween 💕

@vivibottoms3028

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I'm in Agreement!

@eadghe

3 жыл бұрын

Masonic dress Masonic presence No class

@louis-henribaillet890

3 жыл бұрын

Amen Jijo Mathew !

@bienvenidobiagtan9706

3 жыл бұрын

Well said ........pure class

@jdwrcc

3 жыл бұрын

Like African Americans NO huh!

I love how she didn't over do anything it was simply perfect

@kudandanga9400

4 ай бұрын

Thought exactly the same thing

@lookhowshegobbledthat

3 ай бұрын

I do wish she gave a nice sassy growl or two, a lil squal sprinkled here and there... but yeah this was tasteful and smooth overall.

Cynthia Erivo never disappoints, she’s a force to be recognized. Pure beauty, class and timeless. This IS artistry at it’s finest❤️

@empresserica

4 жыл бұрын

YES!!!!!!! Love her!

@rrubio6660

4 жыл бұрын

Broadway star, Academy-Award nominee, and hell of a singer!

@dwightalfred

4 жыл бұрын

After hearing how flawlessly she delivered those two EWF classics, I would love her to do complete covers of those songs on an album. Did you see the way David Foster was looking at her at the end of the show? I feel he wants to write for her. Would love to see what comes out of such a colaboration.

@tonymanocchio2394

3 жыл бұрын

Agree beautiful classy

@svibetti

3 жыл бұрын

OMG! She is amazing! The smile on Philip's face says it all!

I love that she served it straight up. No overdoing it. Her voice as smooth as butter. Got me hungry!

@dsspace1260

3 жыл бұрын

LMAOOO NOT HUNGRY 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@msanross

3 жыл бұрын

Yes her voice cut like butter. I agree.

@annisaarthur-castro6227

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad she didn't over do it with the runs too. I HATE THAT! Sing the song, enunciate and stop the theatrics.

@imcoldburrr3613

2 жыл бұрын

@@annisaarthur-castro6227 couldn’t have said it better

@imcoldburrr3613

2 жыл бұрын

PLEASEE NOT HUNGRYYY😭😭😭

Cynthia could cover literally any song and I’d be obsessed. What a Queen

@tasharhodes8969

4 жыл бұрын

Cynthia is such a classy lady!!

@richardbourdeau1779

3 жыл бұрын

She could sing the phone book and I'd love it! Such a talent.

@rubyblue444

2 жыл бұрын

Mannnnn, she could sing the Alphabet and the Barney song and I'd be obsessed with her voice!!

@amelamal6311

Жыл бұрын

Diva

@sstan99

Жыл бұрын

Effortless 👏👏

I really love that she hit that spin before she started singing lol

@marcuscross6840

3 жыл бұрын

You're so right! It's great when someone has the aural chops that she has, but it's even 'mo betta' when she brings her visual stage presence along with it.

@samross2784

3 жыл бұрын

Me too lol!!

@therealjq362

3 жыл бұрын

Right!!!! 😍

@aderiusscott2220

3 жыл бұрын

I lived!!!

@alexandral.s2744

11 ай бұрын

Show

Love that she made it her own without going overboard. All class.

When she did that spin I knew she was ready!

Impressed by the softness and power of her voice. She slayed this tribute!!!

She is a true diva of this generation: the voice and the glamour. Classy!

@Barcelona3xs

3 жыл бұрын

On point!! Yes she is Love the fact that she doesn’t need all the craziness in her voice. Pure, wonderful and rich singing

I've waited my whole life, apparently, to hear Cynthia Erivo sing Fantasy. The whole thing is just amazing!

Everybody in the audience: OOH SHIT THATS MY SONG!!

@zooeea

4 жыл бұрын

No liess told 😭😭😭😭

@empresserica

4 жыл бұрын

Lol right!

@danyahpereira1006

4 жыл бұрын

😁😁😁

@imcoldburrr3613

2 жыл бұрын

girl those was cookout songs for me. especially reasons!! that’s why soon as i saw this video i had to hear how she did n she did not disappoint.

I don't care about the price of tickets, I'll be in the front row to see her perform live. She's in her own league. Classy👏

@Luckie382

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, "her own league."

@ericaswaby1967

2 жыл бұрын

That's true...own league it is!!!

@rubyblue444

2 жыл бұрын

I'll be right there with you!!

The way she walks to the mic stand... Classy, elegant.

Me: Perfect voice doesn´t exist Cythia Erivo: Hold my voice

Cynthia is so phenomenal, and I love how perfect her afrofuturistic look is for honoring Earth Wind and Fire!!

I love the musical arrangements, and the band and back-up singers, absolutely fabulous!

@sisternikeisha

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@ecclairmayo4153

3 жыл бұрын

Percussion and horn section was clean. The lead singers voice just isnt strong enough to hang with this band.

@carinabarros135

3 жыл бұрын

Mr Foster band!

@curlyjawsh5309

3 жыл бұрын

EcClair Mayo are you referring to Cynthia?

@cristianbustamante8468

3 жыл бұрын

You are right Bro but the versión of Jhon legend Is really amazing.......the bass player Is really awesome

Cynthia Erivo continues to prove herself as a masterclass vocalist and force of artistic excellence - from the treatment of the craft to the delivery of a truly stellar performance. The effortlessness and grace with which she takes you on a musical journey truly reflects the dedication, passion and grounded footing that all artists should have, or at the very least aspire to have. Truly, an amazing performance.

this is like 100th times i played this clip and i am not thinking of stopping in the near future!!!! everyone on the stage (and the composer as well) deserve huge applause

@rositakusumaningrum9472

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Even I forgot how many times I played, so eargasm.

@nadzingers

2 жыл бұрын

hard same

I was not familiar with Cynthia Erivo until this performance. I am a huge fan now! She has a STUNNING voice!

Cynthia is that one Black singer that does not oversing. She's a class as always.👏

@antoniothompson5514

4 жыл бұрын

Oh, there are many of us out there. It's all about having opportunities.

@TruthSerum101

3 жыл бұрын

How ignorant. She's not a rarity. Not all black singers oversing. FOH.

Now, this is how you give tribute. Very nice vocal quality and healthy technique.

Cynthia's vocal range is amazing!

@barbarasmith253

3 жыл бұрын

And that band

As soon as I heard that voice, I just didn’t want it to stop singing.

This lady deserves million views. She owns the stage and she spiced up this performance in her own magical voice. Truly amazing

They have to bring in a goddess to sing Reasons cause no mortal can sing that song and give justice to it.

I live under a rock and had no idea who she was. I do now! I enjoyed this very much!

@lannydavidson139

3 жыл бұрын

First i'm hearing of her too.

@Luckie382

3 жыл бұрын

😊 I didn't know either 🙃🙃 but after this awesome maybe perfect performance, I know now, too.

@anthonychilcote872

3 жыл бұрын

You should look up her singing I'm Here from the Color Purple musical. Insane

This entire performance is pure bliss. Her vocals, her interpretation, the absolute pleasure and joy in her face as she sings, the band and backup vocals…good God! I wish there were full covers of both of these songs.

Every man has a place, in his heart, there's a space And the world can't erase his fantasies Take a ride in the sky, on our ship, Fantasii All your dreams will come true, right away And we will live together, until the twelfth of never Our voices will ring forever, as one Come to see, victory in a land called, "Fantasty" Loving life, for you and me, to behold, to your soul is ecstasy As you stay for the play, fantasy has in store for you A glowing light will see you through It's your day, shining day, all your dreams come true Now, I'm craving your body Is this real? Temperatures rising I don't want to feel I'm in the wrong place to be real Whoa, when I'm longing to love you Just for a night Kissing and hugging And holding you tight Please let me love you With all my might Reasons The reasons that we're here The reasons that we fear Our feelings won't disappear Oooh, and after the love game Has been played All our illusions Were just a parade And all our reasons start to fade All our reasons why (All our reasons were a lie) All our reasons were a lie (After all our reasons) (Love was left aside) Love was left aside I'm longing to love you For one night

@aldrinsgrame7243

2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the lyrics ✨

This performance saved my quarentine times. 2020 has been such a tough year, but I still believe in good things and that God has it all under control. Keep safe guys, body, mind and soul.

Her voice is smooth as silk... I so love Cynthia Erivo!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

@ruthannperry2842

4 жыл бұрын

And I was envious of her gorgeous skin and the way she moves! She’s the whole package.

@rafaelorzales1876

4 жыл бұрын

true that!

i would cry if i see her perform live. i hope i do GODDD

@OsheyBaddest

3 ай бұрын

Same 😭

She makes the Earth Wind & Fire song looks so easy! she is somebody to be recognized powerful voice🙏🙏👏👏👏

Woww... she looks like an ancient Egyptian empress😘😘😘😘

Jocelyn Carter: This lady is so talented! Cynthia did a good job hitting that high note in the song Reasons!

I keep coming back to this rendition for a year now. I am a fan, Cynthia.

This was beautiful! Her presence is pure elegance, the band supporting her, the backing singers, everything was beautiful, and that high note at the end gave me chills!

WOW ...and FULLY clothed. Class and grace. Perfect.

Her Voice Sounds clear as a chrystal....

Her voice is undeniable yet her fashion in her live performances are always exquisite!

@louis-henribaillet890

3 жыл бұрын

Saaay it Keeng !

Her voice is just 😫

I have to see Cynthia sing live before I die. Until then, I won’t die.

Wonderful to hear a singer who actually sings a song and doesn't murder it with "runs". The sign of true talent xx

I love her voice. I first saw her in a movie where all these interesting people checked into a hotel. She would sing in her room. Anyone else see that movie? I forget the name. It was a good movie.

@roadkill_wildcat4742

4 жыл бұрын

Bad times at the El Royale. I just watched it and heard her sing for the first time which brought me here. I am now in love. Her voice is amazing.

@Luckie382

3 жыл бұрын

Her voice is awesome & blessed. Omg ❤️it. 👏🏿👏🏼👏🏾👏👏🏽

@raekwonsmith965

3 жыл бұрын

She’s also a Broadway star you guys should check her out

@cismaglinte7592

3 жыл бұрын

Harriet

@tonniwolf687

2 жыл бұрын

that movie was the first time I got introduced to her and I was immediately mesmerized by her voice. For me, this performance is confirmation that she is a star indeed.

My first time hearing this sister... I think I'm in love.

@suelisantos2382

3 жыл бұрын

Linda maravilhosa

@hunnerdayEDT

3 жыл бұрын

Cynthia Erivo. Search I'm Here from the Color Purple, and Stand Up, from the movie Harriet Oscars 2020.

@rahlohmcdonogh4855

3 жыл бұрын

You're an Akata to her!

@OsheyBaddest

Жыл бұрын

@@rahlohmcdonogh4855 u guys r so sensitive 💀

She performs with soooo much CLASS!!!!!....WOW

It really bothers me that music this good, will never be written again.

@Luckie382

3 жыл бұрын

But we will have it always.

@johnlennox7140

3 жыл бұрын

Amen

@ByteMwen

3 жыл бұрын

Have you heard silk sonic leave my door open?

when she sing the song "reasons" she make color woman proud. beautiful voice Beautiful woman

Love this! Cynthia nailed the voices and their style of outfits. Her performance reminded me of the EWF concerts back in the day.

Yes yes she a Star like her acting and Can Sing I Mean Sing with Class love to see her sing She Great entertainer to come.

She has a very nice voice. Effortless singing!!

The band was great, the back up singers were great and Cynthia ate and left no crumbs- period! 🥰

OMG!! THAT DREEEES wig snatched

@louis-henribaillet890

3 жыл бұрын

Oh Lord have mercy Bruno Duarte! I will remember these look & performance for the rest of my life, WOAW...

@CuirPhotodotNet

3 жыл бұрын

...who made that for her.....that dress was just pure CLASS...it really was the mood for the performance....

Philip Bailey approved of those high notes! They were worthy!

Give it up for Cynthia Erivo,truly African pride and beauty.She's got a great voice too.

Who knew we also needed Cynthia Erivo’s version of these amazing songs? Thank you beautiful lady!

She did that...go Cynthia!! Performance and vocals spot on, befitting of those kings, EFW!!😍❤

Cynthia is one of thee vocalists of this generation

Flawless. Everything. Vocals, backing vocals,and musicians. Earth Wind and Fire is not easy to cover. Nicely done

There is so much clarity in her voice

Her voice is just heavenly ❤❤❤❤❤

EWF LOOKED PLEASED , SHE BLESSED THEM , ELEGANT ,AND HER TONE IMPRESSED ,EMPRESS , LOVELY !

Gorgeous lady!

Her voice is effortless and those high notes were the perfect touch 😊

That was the shortest 2 minutes ever! I need her set to be a lot longer!

She's got the pipes... Bravo👏👏👏👏👏💕💕

Can we talk about how 2:40 - 3:11 has me feeling like I've been cutting a batch of onions? 👏👏👏

Ms. Erivo is a superstar. I luv this girl ❤✊🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Every time I watch this, I feel like liking it and then always realise I already did long ago. Great work Cynthia Erivo, very disciplined band, overall, great music, easy to listen to!

@Luckie382

3 жыл бұрын

Me2😊

The New Vocal Trinity for surely includes Cynthia. The other two is yet to come

The man in the red jacket is my mood when I hear this performance 💕💕🔥🔥

This Woman...♥️

EW&F's chords was all out of this world

Man I'll listen to this lady saang ANYTHING

We all still need a full version of her singing reasons. please make it happen.

This woman can sing ANYTHING with minimum effort!

Idk why this makes me feel so emotional. She don't just give me chills but the whole emotional wave. She's so amazing!

Cynthia Erivo? Wow! Haven't heard of her since just now. Voice so clean, so classy and so simple, I just loved it!!!

I need an entire Earth, Wind & Fire album cover from Cynthia and that band ... this was mind blowingly good.

A true queen. We don't deserve to live in the same timeframe as Cynthia. Bow down.

@jettap7652

4 жыл бұрын

But I'm glad we do!

I truly believe that Cynthia will win an Oscar someday either as an actress or as a songwriter. She will join the elite recipients of EGOT .... . P. S CYNTHIA HAS A GRAMMY, TONY AND EMMY...ONLY OSCAR IS MISSING. WHAT AN INCREDIBLE AND TALENTED WOMAN!

@Luckie382

3 жыл бұрын

I hope so & her voice, omg!!!!!

oh my God I love Cynthia Érivo because besides her having an unparalleled wonderful majestic voice a voice with such strong power Cynthia Érivo is a woman of unique beauty a very beautiful black woman may God bless you dear Cynthia Érivo

Best tribute to earth wind and fire.

She's not familiar to me but she's so damn good

@Luckie382

3 жыл бұрын

Played Harriet Tubman. I didn't know either but after first hearing this I won't. Awesome.

When talent doesn't need a G-string. This was just incredible. Like the Great Maurice White said in song "SHE SANG SO BEAUTIFUL, DON'T YOU 'GREE!"

A wonderful rendition of two of my favorite earth,wind and fire classics.Phillip Bailey looks pleased.R.i.p Maurice White.!!!😎📱🌏🎶🔊🍹🎤🎧🎺🎷🎸🎹👍👍👍

This performance stopped me in my tracks. She is class personified absolutely beautiful and a voice that I have never heard before. Just incredible

@zaradavis3578

4 жыл бұрын

Listen to the album The Color Purple(2015 Broadway Cast Recording) and tell me what you think. She will not disappoint!

@Luckie382

3 жыл бұрын

Same here. Haven' heard a crystal voice as Cynthia's. Omg. Blessed.

her voice is so mesmerizing!

Perfection at its finest.. surely EW&F were happy with this performance! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

her voice is beautiful

I've listened to this song maybe around 200 times. Cynthia Erivo is AMAZING.

The first she started singing I was In love with her voice..

still on repeat in 2022 !!!

Cynthia Erivo is so fabulous: her voice, her style, her performing style all make her unique and wonderful. I really want to her perform live, and I love her career is soaring.

I watch this at least 5 times a week and it puts me into a much better mood. Cynthia is sublime and the songs are just beautiful and soulful and and and....🔥

I didn't know Earth, Wind & Fire were honored at the Kennedy Center! Miss Erivo... wow! :))

It's legit not fair this is only 3 minutes. I NEED MORE