That feeling of closing a chapter of your life, screaming an anthem of love and saying goodbye in such a real and intense way. Being able to expel that much emotion in song. That’s the beauty of live theatre, and I weep in awe and sadness at the familiarity of that feeling
When she gets choked up on "everything that I need to live a bountiful life" is when I absolutely lost it. I was already tearing up but after that they were flowing. Phenomenal isn't a good enough word to describe her.
I just LOVE how she gets emotional on the line "I believe I have inside of me, everything that I need to live a bountiful life". As an actor this statement is so powerful and I can clearly see why she got choked up here.
Cynthia is a force of nature. The most brilliant star of stars. I had the utmost pleasure of experiencing her talent in person at a performance of The Color Purple. In the 25 years of seeing broadway shows, I never witnessed a spontaneous, riotous standing ovation before the finale. It was an out-of-body experience.
This perspective is like a window looking in, which is more emotional then seeing clearly, it’s like your living in more real an it just sinks in cuz it’s just there
Loved this perspective. I was fortunate to see this in the front and center row a month prior. It was the best theatrical experience of my life and Cynthia's performance of this song is the single greatest contemporary theatre moment in my opinion. Beautiful. Cried through this entire show!
THATS why i take Musicals and Theater and any sow on Stage over a Movie. Yes Movie Cast's stay together a long time and they become family too but nothing compares to that i think. That was Heartwarming
Everything about this is love. Love Cynthia, love the support from her cast mates and love the reception from the audience. What a memorable performance.
Am I the only one watching this on a weekly basis as a regular affirmation from a voice of an Angel, and the company that supported her in a time when she was taking her last hurrah?
Any time I feel a bit down I watch this and cry happy tears! I just love this so much. The support from the cast just make me cry more. Cynthia Erivo is just a blessing we are lucky enough to hear.
OMG. I've never seen this view of this. I was in the audience that day; so incredibly special. Look what she's done with the show and all that she's done since. And now Joaquina!
there are no words to express how much music brings people together. not only did this performance execute her dedication, love, joy, spirit, soul and heart, but it brought out the support and joy and love an emotions from the audience. there was never a dull moment in this performance. every word showed celie’s broken and bruised spirt. every note showed cynthia’s connection with her character. THIS is a performance. this is what “theatre kids” in highschools work to become. this is what we dream to do. we dream to build this bond with our characters and audience. every second of this performance grabs you up and doesnt let you go. not even after you watch it. the chills from the pain she is sharing, is overwhelming, but so true and honest. unbelievable.
I love, love, love when a singer lose themselves in singing/ presenting God's spirit not, letting go of self yes from a spiritual level/ letting God lead all the way:) As a little girl my goddaughter singer/actress/artist Allison J. would often present this way. OMG it's great.
I have watched this video numerous times but returned after watching her sing "Alfie" at the Kennedy Center. To see all the wonderful things that have happened for her from this video to now....standing ovation young lady!!!!
I come back to this video every few months to be reminded just how special a cast can be! Sharing these moments with a group of ppl that are all rooting each other on is beyond words.
jesus christ i am crying so much, just the power and emotion of the song, and the sheer amount of love in that room ?? you can feel it through the screen
Out of all the performances, all the Broadway shows I've seen, this performance is unmatched. Truly unforgettable. You could feel the energy in that theater even before the show began. SEVERAL standing ovations, and then this. I wish I could relive this afternoon.
Thank you for sharing your moment with us. It is beautiful. You must be a beautiful human being. ❤️ Cynthia gave sooo much love in that performance, and this time everyone in the room is giving back that love. Such a powerful moment. ❤️
Ms. Erivo is absolutely amazing. Emotions everywhere is our theatre classroom right now. All I wanna know is how is it possible that they were allowed to have their phones backstage and we are never allowed to have our phones backstage. But I guess I understand that they knew how important this night was and they caught it in the right moment. I'm still a little jealous though😂
I love this show so much, I actually lost count of how many times I saw it while it was on Broadway. This cast left their all on that stage with EACH performance!!!! I wish them all nothing but well.
literally tearing up, how is this real, how is she real, and the love from the cast and crew telling her they had her and to take her time it’s all just so beautiful and her taking it in and the love from the crowd and just ALL OF IT
i’m just speechless. Cynthia is a beautiful soul and that voice. just incredible. definitely one if not my favourite musical performances and songs of all time! 😳🥺🥰
I don't need you to love me I don't need you to love I've got I've got I've got my sister I can feel her now She may not be here, but she's still mine I know she still love me Got my children I can't hold them now They may not be here, but they still mine I hope they know I still love them Got my house It still keeps the cold out Got my chair When my body can't hold out Got my hands Doin' good like they supposed to Showin' my heart To the folks that I'm close to Got my eyes Though they don't see as far now They see more 'bout how things Really are now I'm gonna take a deep breath Gonna hold my head up Gonna put my shoulders back And look you straight in the eye I'm gonna flirt with somebody When they walk by I'm gonna sing out Sing out I believe I have inside of me Everything that I need to live a bountiful life And all the love alive in me I'll stand as tall as the tallest tree And I'm thankful for every day that I'm given Both the easy and hard ones I'm livin' But most of all I'm thankful for loving who I really am I'm beautiful Yes, I'm beautiful And I'm here
