One of my favourites too! As you said, all the WORLD need to listen to Angelina! She just has a quality in her voice that is calming, soothing. Just outstanding!
👩🏻🎤🎵🌎⭐️🇳🇴❤️ This is one of those performances by Angelina that just makes me want to say she has the voice of an angel. After awhile you simply run out of superlatives to try and describe how beautiful she sounds. I have to say that so far your choice of Angelina performances to react to has been impeccable. My only complaint--I don't want to wait a week between Angelina reactions! I'll go ahead and congratulate you now on 10K subscribers, since you may very well reach that milestone before your next Angelina reaction, and well deserved!
I have been following Anglina for 7 years Now and I still have trouble rapping my brain is around what I'm listening to. And how is it possible. A God gift he is sharing with us. Great Reaction Adam Stay Safe
Rick, every thing is possible to Angelina. But i don't surprise about her singing..She is so talented. I'm her ardent fan since 2014. Amazing Angelina!!!
Yes, a beautiful performance. This is a hard song to sing. It’s not the type of song you’d ever expect a ten year old to handle well-unless that ten year old was a master at the timing and nuances of soft jazz, had fluid vocal flexibility, and also had a relaxed voice that just glides between octaves without effort. Fortunately, Angelina has all of those abilities in spades. She seems to have a limitless toolbox that allows her to select whatever vocal components she needs to fit the song she chooses. Whatever she sings seems to be in her comfort zone, whether she’s taking on Amy Winehouse, Ella Fitzgerald, Adele, Elvis, Queen, Dinah Washington, Screamin Jay Hawkins, etc., etc., etc... And for all the times I’ve heard her sing, I never get tired of hearing her everyday. I can’t say that about any other singer, and I’ve been listening to music since the 1950’s.
She is capable with her sweet and unique voice to transport me to different places, I close my eyes and I can see like a movie all my best memories, she takes ne to a beautiful places , she is fantastic, it is a delight to listen, she is pure emotion, so sensible . Love your kind words, with this pandemic I just needed this,thank you
I don't think there's no need to point out all the fantastic things Angelina did in this performance. It's probably sufficient to say that you're not the only one to be flabbergasted by this song. It's been voted "favorite recording" in several fan groups on Facebook a couple of times I think. For me it's the go-to video if I'm feeling a bit off the track and need a mental and emotional reset. I love how the golden sunlight of the Nordic summer evening smiles at Angelina and how she smiles back, the producer of this TV show also did a fantastic job and added some mystique to the whole thing. I almost forgot to mention that you'll probably be blown away by the next song as well, and you'll come to realize that Angelina is just as good with a full orchestra as she is with just the acoustic guitar, as long as it's a proper audio mix and pro recording. I'll be waiting impatiently until next time to see if you agree.
Many people may be hearing this song for the first time, or aren't familiar with the technical elements of it, so please don't suggest he shouldn't offer his analysis. You're plenty full of you're own opinions, LOL, and this is his channel. Thanks
Natural range C3 to C5, 2 octaves. Of course she can sing with falsetto above that but not normally counted. Most people limited to 1.5 octaves, but many trained singers can have up to 2.5 octaves range, rare ones more.
You do realize she is covering the legendary 'Godfather Of Soul' (James Brown) here? Oh, I'm sure there are plenty of young girls who could do it as well as Angelina. Heck, there are no singers anywhere that could pull this off. Same goes for Whitney's 'I Have Nothing'.
Ooh, I hadn’t heard this one. Nothing to add, can only nod in agreement. Thank you, Adam. Here’s the intro translated quickly (just a few minutes till the live show with Mace). “Behind us, the world is at this 10 year old’s feet. Fortunately, she stopped by before leaving for the United States.” “And we expect goosebumps, because we have heard the rehearsals! Just enjoy this, and also enjoy your Monday evening.”
@Adam Straughan I do realize that... _now_ 😳 (“now” being when you replied 25 minutes ago). For whatever reason I simply didn’t see “this Saturday” in your post. So yeah, oops, my bad. 😅 You’re most welcome re: the translation.
I could never name a favorite from Angelina.... but it's this one ;) That voice is so buttery smooth. The song is so perfectly paced. She just pulls you right in. I won't say how many times I have listened to this one... but it is a large number. In my personal opinion this song has never been, or ever will be again sung as beautifully as she did it that day on that rooftop.... it's literally one of the most beautiful things I have ever heard. ...and the fact that it came from a 10 year old... that's hard to even process. Just like you said, this is a once in a lifetime artist we are looking at. BTW: you asked about her range... as far as the recorded evidence available to us, her Low is a D#2 ("you make me feel so young") and her highest is G6 (Unchained Melody).
@@ragnarkisten You may have a better ear than me for these things (it is highly likely), but listen to the notes at about 2.13- 2.14 in this video and see what you think..... ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-MQN3ecsutLs.html
@@RustyShacklefordChannel FWIW, I think both the lowest and highest notes you have identified for her are an octave off. It would appear that the lowest I can sing "normally" (no vocal fry and not incredibly "breathy") this evening is right around a D#2. Now, I've long known that the lowest Angelina can go is almost exactly an octave higher than the lowest I can go, so I could believe that Angelina's lowest notes (in YMMFSY and UM) are around D3 or even C#3 (when I sing the relevant parts of these songs an octave below her, her lowest notes are _just_ beyond what I can sing "normally"), but obviously not D#2 (unless I'm actually a whole octave off, but keep reading). Now, as for her highest note in UM ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TroRUF2iwHA.htmlm33s when I try to sing that at the same pitch, it is not at all pretty, but I can just barely reach it. Of course, singing it an octave lower is quite comfortable. But then I can go down the scale from there to the lowest note I can sing, and that turns out to be a difference of about 2 octaves + 2 tones. So, Angelina's range in that song must be around 2 octaves + 3 tones (or so). (Same thing for Bobby Hatfield's live version ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-IYj2hex99gY.html BTW.) That would mean her highest note is _maybe_ a G5, but certainly not a G6.
@@DonaldLancon You are correct on the G5 (typo on my part) , but that note she hits here is definitely lower than a D#3. This was confirmed by someone that I trust knows more than me at a D#2, and if I match it up with a virtual keyboard app, it sounds pretty close to me (but I do not claim to have a perfect ear for these things)......ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-MQN3ecsutLs.html
Adam - Her guitar accompanied songs are also my favorites. This was pure perfection - everything worked here, including the lovely setting. I’ve listened to this many times, but only noticed something today. I thought she sang this in a “straight up, no chaser” style, to use an archaic reference to a way of ordering whiskey at the bar. I mean her voice was not really embellished in anyway by a lot of clever techniques. She just followed the original melody and used her natural voice throughout, with no frills. Beautiful.
Angelina's musical brain must be unique. Her timing is always perfect. Her low register is also unique. Good singers that go low end just talking and sounds weird. great commentary. Agree... Angelina is probably one of a kind.
Hello Adam I so value your reaction to our wonderful Angel..this is such a beautiful enchanting rendition that I'm transfixed from beginning to end..as for the next video you're about to watch..well. Just know you'll be blown away ))
For me there are only two singers filling up my playlist. I dont find room for either Dimash or Diana there. Its mostly Angelina, but also Aurora. Thats why I appreciate your videos so much, Adam. You have top class reactions. This song is a true masterpiece for us Angelina fans. Its so soothing and delicate, just gorgeous. Thank you, Adam 👍
I said this before: when God listens to music, He listens to the likes of Mozart and Bach. When Angels listen to music, they listen to another Angel named Angelina Jordan and God eavesdrops. Thank you for your reaction and keep them coming.
I knew you would love this one, Adam! Not bad for a 10 year old girl ! And it was a suitable farewell song to Norway, as she left for USA shortly after.
Ohhhh! Wowww when ever I listen to beautiful music, my ears tingle my soul melts into another realm. A.J. is one sound that my ears demand and my soul melts for.
Great reacton! Always think this version of "Evertime We say Goodbye" is absolutely beautiful. I'm sure you will like her original "Song for A" and the songs which she wrote when she was 11 years old called "What is Life" and "Oslo"..
"Song For A" from Nico Cartosio's album "Melting". The composers description:"Song for A is the only song on the album. It is performed by Angelina Jordan ..." I forgot to add the lyrics are from an old poem, if I recall correctly.
Thanks for your thoughtful reaction to Angelina. This was a beautiful performance. It is amazing how she sings so beautifully these emotional, soft songs but also can transform to a beast for songs like I Put a Spell on You and It's a Man's World.
The fact that Angelina was still ten when she gave this performance is mind-boggling! As has been stated in a number of reactions on RU-vid, her timing is impeccable, and her pitch, vibrato, & breath control are extraordinary - even more so for a singer her age…. Another vocal coach suggested that she must have been pushed hard by her parents and coaches to develop these skills when she was so young. I doubt this. Based on interviews with her and her parents, and combining the fact that she’s had a passion for singing since she was a toddler - with being incredibly gifted, I don’t think she had to be “pushed” to do anything. (In this interview with her mother - after winning “Norway’s Got Talent” at age seven, her mother expresses more concern for letting Angelina have a “normal” life than pursuing a singing career. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-OP1ZUeCrbMI.html ) Besides her “ear” for pitch, I am impressed with her natural ability to hear and mimic the subtle distinctions in intonation, vowel shaping, and style of various recording artists. She’s been doing Billie Holiday cover songs for several years; here’s an example at age twelve ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vy9r6rLJJq8.html ….In this video she does a Dean Martin cover song (also at age twelve). ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-FG5ht5FirwQ.html For a young, female singer, her vocal range is exceptionally low, allowing her to sometimes be singing in the same octave as a male singer. Contrast this with her Whitney Houston tribute (age thirteen) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-eTcvvO6B3Io.html I don’t think it’s one of her goals (she’s done very well at creating her own sound and distinctive renditions), but when her voice is fully developed, she could have successful performances impersonating other recording artists. If there’s an area where she could get even better, it might be vocal power when hitting big, high notes. This, of course, is nitpicking when comparing her performance with that of Whitney Houston, arguably the greatest female, pop music singer of all time - at the height of her career....To compare Whitney's recording with Angelina's cover (age thirteen) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-FxYw0XPEoKE.html
She has a talent that's very very rare. This kind of talent comes by on this planet earth probably every 100 years or so. like I said she is super special god's gifted super star child entertainer. The question is how can a child/teenager at such a young age can convey all this such as perfect pitch, on que, and arranging the song in a stylistic unique way and delivers the music so beautifully .I believe that she is the Queen Of music. I've seen the best of best and forget the rest cause she is the best that's walking on this planet earth and the rest is going to be HERSTORy) history. BAM!!! That's what I'm talking about .I know that she always blows mind every time you listen and react to her covers.
Yes! thank you for this one. She was only 10 years old when she performed this. This one is in the top 5 on my playlist for her. You have done some of her slower songs with the simple accompaniment which highlight her smooth and full tones very well. I think it might be time for one of her more up-tempo and boisterous songs. I'd love to hear your reaction to her cover of James Brown's "This is a Man's World" - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-HEm7tGrjIKk.html. She is backed by the Norwegian Military band and it is a great look at her belting capability.
This is also one of my favorites. But the best performance is the one that’s audio only. The band in that one is awesome. It can be found in the Angelina in concert that’s about 32 minutes long. But someone has probably just singled out that song as well
When I saw the conductor of the band look over to her - he clearly was amazed with the power of her voice - I listened to the track from the album- the live performance was far superior- he probably was thinking- "you never sang like that in rehearsal!"
Angelina voice is absolutely incredible, every word she sings becomes alive in the heart, its as if she becomes part of what she is singing. She is a real blessing and l can only say thank you for sharing your amazing gift with us.
Just looked at some of the comments. They mostly summarize down to WOW!!! This is an amazing rendition, as good as Ella's. How can I even say that for a 10 year old? Exquisite voice, exquisite timing, exquisite interpretation, beautiful location-- it doesn't get better than this (well, except one day to be at the same location as Angelina ). Thanks for this one. I understand why you like just the guitar with Angelina, but I find them all impressive: guitar, jazz combo, full orchestra. She makes it work always. Waiting for the next one.
Yes, singing like that at the age of 10 is a once in a lifetime talent. I agree with your comments and I would love to hear her sing more Cole Porter songs. The Summertime video you paused on is also one of my favorites. I hope to see you react to that one soon. Thank you for your reactions to Angelina! I also listen to your other reactions and I'm discovering Dimash with you and it's quite a discovery to say the least.
Angelina looks so happy healthy smiley relaxed and beautiful it's one of my favourites I just love everything Angelina does she can do no wrong in my opinion I'm 67 and I feel like shouting from the roof tops to tell the world about her but I know I don't have to do that because Angelina's coming to take over the whole world with her talent everyone will know the name Angelina Jordan no one comes close no one I adore Angelina can't wait to see her in concert I hope to god I will get the chance love your reaction ❤️from Denise in Yorkshire 👼🏻👼🏻👍bye👋XX
This one I probably listen to everyday. Her voice is so mesmerizing in this one. I think you should try one of her Amy Winehouse covers next. She re-writes the lyrics in Back to Black and Rehab. Valerie is a fun one with her and her little sister on Venice Beach. Keep the reactions coming.
Hey Everyone! I realise I forgot to mention the importance of Cole Porter with Every Time We Say Goodbye! Apologies! I hope you enjoy the video! :D Thanks, Adam x
I also forgot to mention him. Cole Porter was a master songwriter and I wish Angelina wold do some more of his song. Just imagine what she could do to songs like *_Let's Do It, Begin The Beguine_* and maybe most of all *_Night and Day_*
This is a new one for me, and I loved it! I've always been a big Ella fan, and I can definitely hear that Angelina is familiar with her recording of this song. But as always, she makes it her own. I agree, the single acoustic guitar accompaniment is the best way to showcase Angelina's talents. It's not that she doesn't do well with larger or different instrumental groups, but with the guitar she's just magic. Partly that's just that she's been blessed to have a couple of really good guitarists accompanying her on a lot of videos, while the quality of the larger groups has been less consistent. But it's mostly just that keeping the accompaniment to a single instrument allows us to focus more on her wonderful voice and musical choices.
Not only does she have a range in her sounds low, high. But, she sounds authentic no matter the song, a jazz song, a pop song, blues and original! Thank you for your perspectives!!
Yes its quite a nice location. They were even prepared for wind and rain there. Those rootop locations became quite the fashion for corona time videos by well known DJs, I like that. I think one of her most gorgeous performances using a full orchestra backing is her work for russian Compozer Nico Cartozios instrumental Album. A fan created a lyrics video for "Song for A" with appropriate images: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Bo3mhxPM-uA.html Cartozio wrote it for her based on a poem from the 18xx years by Robert Burns. The backing brilliantly highlights her voice. Someome said her voice and the instruments are flowing into each other. Echa time I hear it, I like mit more.
When Angelina start singing, I feel like flying over Norwegian fjord. I love all the song she sings, but this one I love most. Thanks Adam for your professional review. Love from Indonesia 🎉 ❤️🇮🇩
I am 71 and I’m blown away every single time I listen to her I’ve been following her since her recordings first came out when she was six. There is nothing in this world that can compare to her she is a gift from God a gift that we very rarely have Privy to. We should embrace it definitely embrace her and put her up there with the stars the moon and the sun she’s beautiful she’s talented she plays multiple instruments she writes books and music she is phenomenal we will never see another like her in our lifetime
Adam, thank you once again, for your beautiful, knowledgeable reaction to Angelina's performance. I know you started with her performances when she was very young. If, however, you have never reviewed her finale performance of Summertime from Norway's Got Talent, I kind of wish you would listen to that before the orchestral performance. It is so sweet, and so pure, and she has never again sung it the same way.
This is one of my favourite Angelina covers, and I know it is a song she has loved from her earliest days. The maturity, confidence and finesse she displays is breathtaking and imho this is the finest rendition of ETWSG ever.
Her audition song Gloomy Sunday on Norway’s got talent is a must. Also her tribute song to her grandpa, whom she adored, You Were Always On My Mind. You will love them both!❤️ thanks
last time i wrote and hoped you would react to this version and here we go you did it and i thank you for this,,,,,,,,after six years of Angelina its still the song i listen to every other day,,,,,,its makes my happy , thankful and fearless,,,,,her face expressions in this video are like a story you never want to end,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,thanx again
Adam, you're on a roll now! This is one of my favorites. I believe it was filmed on a roof top in Oslo. I agree with you, Angelina and a guitar is magic. It lets us enjoy every syllable she sings. But, Adam, lets not dismiss the affect she has on us when she looks directly at us with those eyes and knows exactly where to fit in a beautiful smile. She captivates us and we love it. Everything is beautiful. Inside and out.
Again, you really made a reaction worth seeing. I am surprised you don't have 50 or 100k subscribers, but I guess it will come along the way. Almost all the songs that Angelina has sung, can be listened to again and again, without getting enough, but this one and "Welcome to my world", are my two absolute favorites. Unfortunately "Welcome to my world" is "only" 1:43 minutes...
This one is one of my favorites, but it's not my #1. You have another good one ready to go with SUMMERTIME. I'm pretty sure I've heard all her stuff and if you keep on listening to her you will love the journey and you'll hear a lot of really incredible vocals.
I seem to say this all the time, but this is one of my all time favorite Angelina performances. She 10 years old here in the Summer of 2016 on this Oslo Norway rooftop. Her voice is amazing as usual, but in this one, for some reason I was totally captivated by her expressions also. It wasn't just her voice, but like always it was her presentation. But somehow this one was special. If her new fans haven't seen it, there is a great mash-up of Angelina and Ella Fitzgerald singing this song in a side by side video by pa1189j. It's well worth the watch, as I believe it is worth hearing this young lady match the vocals of a jazz legend. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-U_uSOa7uM8k.html
When I first heard this mash up with Ella I was blown away. Ella was already famous and a seasoned performer at 40 when she recorded this beautiful Cole Porter song in 1956. And as you said, Angelina was 10. In my opinion, Angelina's version is just as good as Ella's. I have no idea how that can be.
This was an exceptional performance- so relaxed, simple guitar accompanying. Great scene with beautiful natural lighting - Angelina was in the moment- conveys the meaning of the lyrics so well
Thanks Adam, no matter how many times you play tracks from A J you will never get board, she adapts to each song and puts her own stamp on each song, and you will still get the odd surprise. Thanks. Stay safe.
I didn’t discovet Ella until my 30s, i felt a little robbed that it took that long. When Ella sings the American Songbook she’s the one that is the standard of those standards. Now we have Angelina stepping into Ellas shoes and she stands right next to Ella on these songs. Its exciting because the hope of hearing her live is part of the experience. Her voice is buttery and is without peer. Her voice with the guitar is so beautiful as her lower range is so full, round, and warm it rivals the broad warmth of the guitar.
I'm pretty sure Angelina was 10, ten, when she recorded this. That seems to be around the time Angelina's voice really jelled into the fantastic instrument it has been all these years. She is utterly unique, maybe in all history.
Here she is, on Norwegian National Television, at ten years old, showing the world how this song should be sung. What a gorgeous performance - I never tire of hearing it.
My mother used to play this on the piano and sing it for me. Angelina sang this Cole porter classic so beautifully! You can tell shes listened to the jazz greats and integrated them into her singing . Ty for reviewing this :)
You teased us with "Summertime"',and then you didn't follow it up. Please don't forget to come back and react to it. "Everytime We Say Goodbye" is an incredible performance and once again Angelina and a sole guitar make beautiful music in a beautiful setting. As usual your reaction and comments were spot on and I could tell you were very impressed.
It is just the best thing to see how Angelina melts you from the get go. This performance provides a wonderful example of how much attention she pays to what the original artist put together in technique and style. And then to deliver her own gem to an audience with breathtaking grace and elegance. Thank you for reviewing this piece.
....so incredible soothing and beautiful! She brings just real music back...Love when it's only the voice and a few instruments...so it's the voice that give us the art. Awsome reaction!
Great reaction and on point comments! I am a musician, but not a singer. To me, this sounds like a very difficult song to sing, with those long, slow phrases that somehow just hang in the air forever. Yet Angelina Jordan does it effortlessly. Absolutely brilliant!
What I loved about this was the simplicity of the performance. It would be so easy to embellish it with a few twirls and runs, or to add a bit of emotional colour, but that would drag this song down. She does it straight - and perfectly.
Adam, I'm happy to see you again with another reaction with Angelina. I've been listening to Angelina for about 6 years, but the last week on vacation I was without internet connection, I only came back today and I was overwhelmed by the dozens of reactions to Angelina, some even wonderful, same the your... but this time the thing that amazed me was mine reaction. After a week without her voice, I had a crazy reaction, the songs I had listened to dozens, if not hundreds of times still moved me to the point of taking my breath away, while I felt overwhelmed by the emotion of listening to her and seeing her at the same time the effect she had on the reactors. Keep moving forward with her, now I can testify that abandoning her can be dangerous 😊🎶 That little girl is absolutely impossible to describe, she's incredible but when you listen to her again, after a break without her voice it's really like finally savoring the real taste of music.