Christi thank you very much for this wonderful and interesting new reaction, I am happy to see that you have chosen her first song for RR ❤️ Truly this is a very sweet and very intense song, dedicated with infinite love to the maternal grandfather who passed away in 2019 and also to all the people who have lost someone they loved, but it's also a song full of hope and love, with beautiful lyrics, above all because written by a girl of only 14 years. Her first release was in November with a sweet version of lyrics and drawings, but this beautiful live version, which finally allows us to see her sing almost a year after her last public performance at AGTC, is priceless! 🤗 ❤️
I read that this song was in memory of her grandfather who was married to her maternal grandmother Mery Zamini. Mery met and married him when she was an Iranian student studying in Japan. While living in Norway her grandfather was very involved in charity work and used to take Angelina with him to help. Mery is very close to Angelina and, apparently, so too was this gentleman.
@@brucecumming8803 I believe you may be mixing up bits of information about different grandfathers, there. Are you sure the thing about charity work was not said about her other grandfather, who died in March 2018? (Oh, and BTW: you mistyped "Zamani".)
for sure. I'm not even really sure that they understand what they have. This song should be all over the radio, etc.... what is the delay? Looking after other artists before her I feel..... ridiculous.
I suspect the most important thing they give to her is AUTONOMY. She has total artistic control and I think she will own the rights to all of her work too. That is something her Uncle (Manager) has always insisted on, even with her AGT performances.
I think that the end being abrupt (before we're expecting) and unresolved (musically), are both characteristic of the loss of someone we care about. A credit to Angelina's songwriting and artistic genius to include those touches.
Angelina is so much herself. No matter what record label she is under, she is in the lead. I hope she never sell out and she allways will stay true to what she is.
I believe that a major reason she signed with Republic is because they have a reputation for allowing artists to chart their own direction, which is very different than what we know about most record labels. That is also a the major reason why Taylor Swift left her original label and signed with Republic.
Me too! Very interested in Christi’s comments! I for sure liked it a lot as usual! Greetings from Belgium (hopefully you will have a smooth president transition)!
You're as always spot on, Christi, and your deconstructions a reference! 🤩 This what she said about it: “Million Miles” is about losing someone you really love,” she explains. “This song is very personal to me, because I had never felt the feeling of losing someone before I wrote this.” and “I hope you feel connected to the music and the stories behind the songs,” she leaves off. “Love is the most powerful thing though."
And here within, what confirms your findings 🤩 in her Patreon post after Million Miles release she said she feels free with a big family (us all 😉): "I love you all so much, and I cannot believe how fantastic family I have, yes, you are part of my family and I read all the comments online on RU-vid, on my socials, and blows my mind how you guys know so much about me and how much you care about me, it gives me so much warmth and joyful feeling every time I see it. I’m making more music now, I am free to create and express my feelings, dress how I want, and just be me, myself, I am very glad for that and hopefully also to sing live soon which I miss, a lot!"
Her grandfather passed away what’s the song about yes extra because he loves his grandfather were Japanese-She went to Japan Perform a concert in his honor
@rotorhead1942 described this song's background and genesis extensively. So there you have a lot of information, Christi. The fact that this young lady and her new record label decided that her debut would be this type of song, with a meaningful message, speaks loads about Angelina's personality and character. Kind, caring and humble. One thing I wanted to point out about Angelina is that she KNEW what she wanted to do in life since she was a small child. Since the earlier recordings we have of her, you'll find she has always been such a professional about her career! Even though she and her family wanted to take it slowly but steadily, she has worked all these years to develop and nurture her craft, and this song is a demonstration that at barely 15 she has achieved heights that other artists and musicians won't ever achieve. Another thing is that she has always been "at home", confident and relaxed when singing. She describes the feeling as going to another place in her mind, another realm, so to speak. And the most amazing fact is that she's able to grab the listeners' attention and make them accompany her on the journey, each going to their own place her voice conjures for them. Last but not least is the quality and tone of this video. Angelina's voice, a piano and a cello. Black and white reminiscing her "I Put a Spell On You" video and also, referencing her grandpa's passing being dressed in black. When she did a tribute to Freddie Mercury singing "The Show Mus Go on" she also dressed in black, something she doesn't usually do. Well, I stop blabbering now, haha. The fact is that Angelina has many layers to be peeled and discovered 😊
Thank you so much for adding exactly what I was thinking..Angelina we all know is a deeply caring person but she also has a clear vision of her direction and the steely determination and clarity of thought to make it happen. I think her team are formidable as has been demonstrated by the contract they extracted form RR..
Kevin Neal Here is a link from her home page where she released a promo a day or two before the official release of the official video. Big Announcement! I'm so happy to release my original song tomorrow - "Million Miles" on all platforms . This song is dedicated to anyone who has lost a loved one. I wrote this song thinking about all the great memories I had with my grandpa and how much it hurts to lose someone. I hope this song finds a place in your heart, as it comes straight from mine. #MillionMiles
First seeing her at 7 yrs old on NGT i looked at my wife and said, "this child has a gift. Just wait and see what happens with her." And here we are. She is breaking all barriers.
@@McDevittMike All I know is that both are dead. I was told that when she sang informally 'Always On My Mind', you could see a framed photo of her Scandinavian grandfather her. It was never made clear to me as to how close she was with her Japanese grandfather, who's time of death would have to be ascertained? Did he die after 'Always On My Mind' or before, that is the question?
Christy many thanks for your reaction to our barefoot princess. I am trying to wrap my head around the possibility Angelina's voice will continue to develop for 10 more years. I think Angelina has done well so far in taking care of her vocal instrument. She rarely belts or goes out of her comfort zone. Many other vocalists try to reach new heights on a regular basis and that can't be a good thing over the long term. Angelina has demonstrated tremendous maturity through her young life, giving hope of a very bright future. Her empathy needs to be admired as well. I read she has been buying meals for the homeless in Los Angeles. Angelina is my all time favorite musical artist and she inspires me to be a better person.
I'm a 55 yr old punk rock guitarist that will follow her no matter which way this wonderful talent goes! Angelina taps into one's emotional center with her vocals and writing.
ANGELina showing off the result of loads of hours, dedication and love for music, ....and we're barely started ^^ Being able to follow it in the way we are, from age 6-7, what a GIFT to humanity. Last time that was done, though not as close up and personal as with ANGELina, must have been Michael Jackson and Jackson 5? Quincy Jones was right... (imo... ;) )
That was an awesome deconstruction of Angelina's voice capabilities you did there 💕 I'm overwhelmed by the fact you mentioned that her voice will perhaps continue to develop another 10 years! It boggles the mind.
Curious question: since Angelina's internal, innate musicality began early in her years, how does that factor in her unique vocal and musical development?
Hi, world class performer AJ said this is dedicated to her grandpa also to families that have lost their loved ones, i got the chills when i heard it the first time. Thank you for reaction.
I love It ⭐️💯⭐️POINTS real Queen👼on Earth ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🌹🌹♥️🌹♥️🌹🌹♥️♥️♥️🌹♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ AJ 👍👍👍👍 Angelina Jordan Masterpieces Genius I’m so fuller enjoy🥰🥰 Grandpa Father passed away. And very lucky to have had Angelina Jordan Thanks Gifts me thumbs Up. I am so sorry sweetie grandpa passed away.
I guess the pressure would probably have been the greatest when she first entered the stage at Norways got Talent at age of 7. But she seemed to me like an excited kid absorbing the experience of entering a large shiny candystore. Her happy place - thats clearly singing on stage to a large crowd. She did a tribute to her late grandfather earlier. This song is about her second grandfather who died recently. She mentioned that on her Patreon, it was a huge blow to the family. I'll spare the details, it's clearly family business.
She love to be on Stage and sing for us so many times. She is never nervous always fearless. She love what she do and wish to be back on stage very soon. I hope RR find a way to promote her in this difficult Time
I agree about not being stressed on stage. I think this one is a prove, like many other of her performances. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZSfgCIGd7k4.html
"Where she can 'start' to grow artistically" She's been growing artistically since she was a six year old. Now she's transforming and refining the skills , the gift, that she was already given years ago. She's definitely one of a kind.
Republic is home to some terrific artists. It’s a good label for her. And they should be proud to have her. She’s a genuine prodigy. A rare once in a generation talent. A few more months and her name will be on the lips of everybody in the world.
I’m a big fan of Angelina. You should know that I’m also a big fan of yours. I’ve seen ever Angelina reaction you’ve done at least 25 to 50 times each. It reminds me of when I was a kid and we would bring our records to each other’s house to listen, sing along and talk about the songs and artists like Steely Dan, Rod Stewart and the Eagles. I look forward to your future reactions. If you don’t have time to react you might treat yourself to Angelina’s new release of My Funny Valentine. Thanks, Larry from Indiana
That 'Persian Princess' DNA she got from her grandma (Mery Zamani) is so evident now. At 6ft. tall, with those looks, she can go from the model's runway to the concert stage in a 'New York Minute'.
"A levity in her spirit" You mean AJ has grown wings and is ready to create new territories in music? I can only imagine where this immensely talented young lady will take the world of music? If Republic allow her to spread those wings it will be glorious, I know that much! Great reaction and comments. xxx
Angelina can highlight her voice with almost any Melody line. Her octave range is superb and her lower register is a killer! She does Elvis Presley songs extremely well and there are mashup duets online of that. Please react to How Great thou are was she showcases her lower range in an incredible way!
Your reaction was so interesting,I especially enjoyed your discussion of Angelina the artist.Elegant and captivating,I can only try to imagine her polished live performances to come.
So sensitieve your comments! Through your ears I listen more attentive! To be free to express your heart ! Fascinating! Captivating, I fly with my new wings born from liberation the earth limitations and gravity in all its implications
Her voice is like a soft, beautiful feather, even when she belts. Sounds absurd but I can swear it's true. Wonderful reaction, by the way......almost as tender as her song.
So nice your reaction(s)! Her voice is very pleasant to listen to, but also so captivating and sort of calming! And her taste for artistry, ... she has class, style, a sense of beauty! Thanks for your insights!
The song is masterful in melody and lyrics.That bridge is just fantastic and the whole song, which has been constantly flowing away, rests so beautifully on that last chord. So clever.!! Happy for her.
As usual, YOU, are one of THE VERY BEST, reactors. I have two beautiful young sons learning music and I am trying to entice them to reach out to you, to learn about their voice. We will see what they do. Thank you.
I have spent more than six decades treating music as something that happens in the background while I am doing something... this is the first time in my long life that I actually sit back and the primary if not sole thing I am doing is listening to this talented young lady.
She actually signed with Republic when she was 14, and they and her family have kept her protected until she finished her schooling. Rob Christi has been playing the piano for her and with Cole McCarthy they have been guiding her. Of course gran Mery is also very involved. Angelina is a blessing to us all.
Hi again, AJ knows what poverty is as her father was stationed around the world in many countries. AJ grew up like a princess, and to see that other kids don't have that comfort and understanding it from an early age on, makes her so special. In her book she wrote, when meeting that shivering girl (it was winter in this part of the world), that girl thought that AJ was a real princess with her very beautiful mother behind her and AJ wearing good clothing. AJ answered "no I am not a princess, but I will call you princess" .So bless you all, stay save and healthy. German greetings.
Christie, I really love your in-depth analysis as well as comments on Angelina as an artist. Thanks, I couldn't agree more with what you said. I can't wait to see what she does in the next decade. I just know that, if I'm still around, I'll still be a major fan.
(I am so reluctant to comment on appearances - but I completely vote for the natural hair... are you going to out-beauty Emmylou Harris? Wow... may be - !!)
I love your expanded reviews that also bring in more of your personal touch ... and that you keep most of the analysis after the singing, so it doesn't break up the effect of the performance. I keep coming back to your reviews to hear more of you (more so than the singer). May Jesus continue to Bless you and your loved ones !!!
Back in 2014 this little 7 year old girl first struck a world dumb with a talent that most said was God given. She became known by many as "The Barefoot Princes of Music". Throughout her years growing up we all where mesmerized by this little girl with the Old sole and the voice and stile of Amy Winehouse and Billie Holiday. By age 12 we all knew she was destined to greatness and many in the Music industry where reacting either by vying to sign her or hoping to silence her. Cover after cover she brought back hits that the music industry either could not duplicate or match and she did it with her own style and not only matched them but made them better in a way that was humble and showed respect to those that she copied. Every one was whispering and wondering what would happen when she got older, could she wright her own stuff and could she sing fresh material or was she just a mimic. Most of her fans knew the answers to those and we have waited. Any one that sings as she does from a place of Joy in the art, respect for those who she has learned from and real Happiness in her ability to make others feel happy was destine to greatness. Her secret weapon was faith in her self, her craft and her family. She never thought about the money only making beautiful music. Now here we are, She steps out on the stage still barefoot, still the pretty young girl we all love but she has her own voice now, her own words that she has begin to express at the age of just 15. With them she has gone from the Bare foot Princes Growing in to the confidant caring and thoughtful Queen of her profession. How can that title be hers, She embodies all the best qualities of those she benefitted from, Heart, strength of commitment, and character. A real love of her talent and her art that is not driven by greed but of the pure desire to do what she loves and in a way that embodies all the best traits of her idols and mentors. To this I can only add, Long Live the Queen.
hi she talks about the loss of her grandfather and understands that there are many people who also lost someone they love, she is dedicated to all of them and shows that there is hope about them watching us and accompanying us from somewhere beautiful letter greetings from Argentina
Thanks for your very interesting review of Angelina. Great to see you reviewing her again. I'm sure Angelina will make the most of her ten years of natural voice development. I'm so looking forward to follow her bright future.
The guy playing the piano is multiple Grammy winning producer Rob Christie, he’s chief executive for RR in California, so she’s in good hands, incidentally the studio is in his home.
Angelina (14y) wrote on her Facebook page at 11/05/2020 : "Big Announcement! I'm so happy to release my original song tomorrow- "Million Miles" on all platforms. This song is dedicated to anyone who has lost a loved one. I wrote this song thinking about all the great memories I had with my grandpa and how much it hurts to lose someone. I hope this song finds a place in your heart, as it comes straight from mine." 👣💯 *AJ* 💯👣
No one is talking about the effects she is creating with her voice & it's not an electronic effect! Listen to Lullaby by Aida Nikolaychuk ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hmvB0Tdmx18.html Angelina is doing this and more. Way more!
A beautiful in-depth reaction to a beautiful breathtaking gift from God to us all. We love this young lady with a golden voice and the way she can lovingly and emotionally grab our hearts. Such a beautiful , talented , humble spirit she is.
I think that you hit the nail on the head regarding her contract with Republic Records... They are giving her total freedom to do and grow how she feels comfortable.. If that makes any sense.. Lol.. I absolutely adore this girl.. Been following her for years.. Since gloomy Sunday.. Thanks for the reaction.. I think she will do brilliant things also.. Not only with her beautiful singing voice but as a humanitarian.... She's just the BEST.. I'm soooooo looking forward to see her in concert in the future.. XXX 👌👍🥰😘🇬🇧
Song written about her now deceased grandfather (2018?) with whom very close. Eclectic background with Iranian grandmother and Japanese grandfather. I do not know if the grandparents were original couple as AJ’s mother has no oriental features I’ve discerned.
I love this performance she is fantastic I Listen to this everyday, it's a healing song and so well written And that the loss she is sharing with us, for her age it's it really hits home for so many including myself Great reaction Thank you Please keep them coming
Angelina Jordan said about this song: "This song is dedicated to anyone who has lost a loved one. I wrote this song thinking about all the great memories I had with my grandpa and how much it hurts to lose someone. I hope this song finds a place in your heart, as it comes straight from mine."
Great reaction to such a thoughtful, heartfelt song.... Angelina is so very good! I just can't wait to hear more from her... and thank you for your wonderful reaction!!
Dedicated to her grandfather who passed away I know I can’t see you but you’re in my tears but I know I’m never alone because we’re connected spiritually never alone
You are correct she did write this song for her grandfather. Infant she wrote tis song before she signed with Republic Records. She performed it for one of the founders of the Company and was offered on the spot.
The editing in your reaction videos are on a completely different level to other channels. Love the breaks in and out of the full screen videos with your deconstructions.
First time reacting always love hearing the perspective of Vocal Coaches but when it comes nerves she has nerves of steel have watched every performance of hers Thousands of times, she was once interviewed and asked if she ever feels nervous in front of big crowds and she had to ask her interpreter what that meant. I just hope Republic Records does right by her because part worries they signed her so she did not start covering Taylor Swift their big moneymaker, because in my opinion as well as many their is not an artist out there now who can even bring to the table what she does.
Hi. One of the best reactions i have seen ! I see that you have got the answer on what this song is about, so i will only bring my words. I can feel the words in this song so deep, and that is rare with me. The song is about losing a loved one and in these pandemic times it is a song we need. So many grandpas passed away to covid 19. Have a great day ❤
I would just like to comment on Angelina's vocal diction; it's superb often times. I like how she usually very clearly pronounces or enunciates consonant sounds such as the letter "t" at the end of a sentence. She's been doing this since she was a tyke if you look back, for example in I Put a Spell on You, when she says, "I ain't lyin'..." she pronounces that "t" on "ain't" quite clearly and I've always appreciated singers that can do that or choose to do it. It's true that at times she doesn't pronounce the words with perfect clarity but it seems when it's truly needed she does so. Steve Perry was also very consistent in doing this during his Journey years.
