It takes absolute guts for any artist to perform their own rendition of a song in front of the original artist, let alone in front of a legend for the Kennedy Centre Honors!! Adam was phenomenal and Cher was reduced to tears and jumped to her feet as soon as Adam finished the song, just can’t imagine what that reaction from Cher must have felt like for him! That has to be one of the biggest accolades and accomplishments of Adam’s career apart from his work with Queen! ❤
@cynthiakochheiser9871 Жыл бұрын
Adam Lambert is one of the greatest artists of our time! He never got the recognition he deserves!!
@robertcrundwell2782 Жыл бұрын
It was my understanding that Cher was so touched by his rendition, she gave him recording rights for his version.
@allenelliott4964 Жыл бұрын
Cher didn't write the song, why would she have any control over who records it?
@rubroken Жыл бұрын
@@allenelliott4964 I'm not in the music industry so this is just a guess. A singer can probably buy the rights to a song written by someone else, so if Cher did that, then she would be able to control who uses it
@allenelliott4964 Жыл бұрын
I don't think that's the case. That song has been covered many times. Mostly by unknown artists. I doubt that they received permission from Cher.
@aharon59 Жыл бұрын
She doesn`t own the rights to the song, she didn`t write it . Anyone can record any song as long as they pay the writers royalities .
@BrandonCM4 Жыл бұрын
@@allenelliott4964Cher owns her masters so she has rights and for anyone that wants to sample, interpolate etc her music they have to get clearance from Cher.
@debramehan8644 Жыл бұрын
When i saw Adam on american idol i told my house hold on day one he was going to win. We all watched religiously. When he didnt win all of america knew it was bull and he was cheated. But Adam was ok with it because he knew he was going somewhere no matter if he won or not. I said it didnt matter because his talent was going to take him places. Then one day my son called me up and said mom you were right, Adam is the lead singer for Queen. And my heart sung for him. We love you Adam. Your talent is legendary!😊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊❤❤❤❤❤
@mikelbrett1 Жыл бұрын
Every person in that audience was hanging on to every note. It was such a beautiful rendition it brought tears the Cher’s eyes….that’s all you need to know about this performance.
@ncard006 ай бұрын
As someone who doesn’t have Adam’s range, this version is great to practice my head voice. I can hit the notes, but Adam is on another level, he fully deserves to be the frontman of Queen.
@wandalewis5097 Жыл бұрын
I love Adam’s version. What a great talent
@Cyannah117 Жыл бұрын
This song belongs only to two people…Cher and Adam. Two completely different renditions but two completely heartfelt performances. ❤
@darthbek Жыл бұрын
Adam Lambert has always been my favorite singing competition find. He's so much more and this performance gets me -every- time. It's a completely different song.
@sunnystormy4973 Жыл бұрын
-#cheers-- !-
@Pilutta100 Жыл бұрын
who won Idol that year reeeally? He did. Second place made him king.❤
@nickforell1 Жыл бұрын
Hear hear!
@beckyshell4649 Жыл бұрын
The second place might be what the contestants need to shoot for. At least for American Idol, they own all of your past work and you are under contract. If they don't do a good job promoting you while you are fresh off of the win you lose a lot of opportunity. You turn over all control to the show.
@Marvi550 Жыл бұрын
Adam lambert is the best vocalist in the world!!
@flamingpen18 Жыл бұрын
Adam Lambert hit the feels with this arrangement. He can emote in a way that will blow your mind.
@johnthegreek5836 Жыл бұрын
Adam fricken nailed this song and created his own rendition and Cher was proud; my understanding this was the first song they used autotune, Cher thought it was needed for the song but not for her vocals
@erikagolcher1353 Жыл бұрын
Adam is simply amazing.
@lorriredmon8212 Жыл бұрын
I adore Adam's talent and his fire! He's special. Cher recognized that here. I'm sure someone told you that he sings with Queen now. Because....Freddie's voice!
@wilkowilkins363 Жыл бұрын
He's been the lead singer for Queen for 11 years now! 11!!
@victoriaserreno2398 Жыл бұрын
He comments in the video that Adam is the lead singer for Queen.
@karendavis26687 ай бұрын
He didn't win! And I'm so glad he didn't. He was able to record what he wanted to. ❤
@raquelecheverria2544 Жыл бұрын
I was completely shocked and disappointed that Adam didn’t win American Idol. He always touches my soul with his voice and delivery. 💜☺️💜
@terryfall8915 Жыл бұрын
I can't even remember who won that year. Chris somebody?
@sherylmccollum895 Жыл бұрын
I'm glad he didn't win. They would of boxed him in. Adam is extremely unique
@terryfall8915 Жыл бұрын
@@sherylmccollum895 I agree. AI gives the contestants exposure. How many non-winners went on to achieve great success?
@sunnystormy4973 Жыл бұрын
@@terryfall8915 -idk ?-
@terryfall8915 Жыл бұрын
@@sunnystormy4973 Off the top of my head ---Adam, of course. Chris Daughtry came in fourth, so did Jennifer Hudson. Clay Aiken became a congressman, Constantine Maroulis is an actor/singer and has appeared in several films and TV shows. Katharine McPhee came in second to Taylor Hicks and was the lead in a short lived TV show. Which one do you remember?
@JeshuaSquirrel Жыл бұрын
You really need to watch Adam Lambert and Queen perform Who Wants To Live Forever. They were at a featival the night after the Pulse nightclub shooting and the song was dedicated to them.
@robertdegrazia9668 Жыл бұрын
I work at the Kennedy Ctr Work the honors. This blew us all away.
@Bamagirl-uf8xn5 ай бұрын
What a great place to hear so many performers. I can only imagine the magic in the air that night when Adam was singing. I also thought Kelly Clarkson did very well singing for Reba.
@Bamagirl-uf8xn5 ай бұрын
What a great place to hear so many performers. I can only imagine the magic in the air that night when Adam was singing. I also thought Kelly Clarkson did very well singing for Reba.
@sherylmccollum895 Жыл бұрын
Excellent reaction!! Cher let him release this version himself. I love your reactions. I found you because of Ren & HOG I really like independent artists these day but Adam Lambert will always be one of my favorites. Thank you Wishing you an awesome day!! Much love from West Virginia ❤
@nickforell1 Жыл бұрын
Aw thank you Sheryl! Shout out to West Virginia. Went hiking there recently
@dianevess82166 ай бұрын
He is such a great performer, yet so humble.
@CelticLady016 ай бұрын
To be honest, I love this version the best. It's so much more poignant than the original. It gives me the goosebumps and I get teary eyed every time I hear it. Also, when he sings like this he kind of reminds me of George Michael.
@user-ul8pu2ej3i Жыл бұрын
A beautiful ballad and a magnificent performance worthy of avations. Adam is a strong and technical vocalist, the best to date. I go to Queen+Lambert concerts every year and it's an amazing show, and they've been perfoming together for 12 years
@debrastrader9892 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Nuff said.
@wendycohen9038 Жыл бұрын
Cher loved Adam's version so much, she gave him permission to record it. The man is awesome in so many ways. ILHSM
@ZakhadWOW Жыл бұрын
not so much "permission", given the wildly crazy copyright laws, etc. but BLESSING, yes. And the blessing in many ways is far more important for such an iconic song.
@jackwhitbread458311 ай бұрын
@@ZakhadWOWshe owns the copyright to the song so yes she did give permission.
@lisakaufman7366 Жыл бұрын
This is so amazing. You can see how much he admires her and he sounds that amazing while he was very sick.
@56music64 Жыл бұрын
Talk about making it his own...well done. Loved Cher The No. 1 Diva's reaction
@paulmason6474 Жыл бұрын
He is a wonderful singer and has presence . Love Cher she is an icon😊😊😊
@paulmason6474 Жыл бұрын
This song was released in 1998❤
@josephrapp Жыл бұрын
Genius!
@steveullrich7737 Жыл бұрын
The instrumental arrangement for this song and Adam's amazing vocals are just perfect and give the song a whole different vibe; his singing is so heartfelt, moving and passionate a tour de force performance.
@kathieoray2990 Жыл бұрын
Just a side note, you mentioned that you didn't know what Adam had been up to. Well he's the lead singer for Queen, stepping in to some very big shoes and honestly, Freddie would be impressed. ❤️
@keetahbrough Жыл бұрын
i adore adam lambert. gives me chills, that guy lol. xo
@pamelafoster2302 Жыл бұрын
Oh my, this was gut wrenching. Absolutely stunning!
@deborahtorres27610 ай бұрын
Ohh my is right!!! Adam is simply amazing! Love your reaction and you have beautiful eyes!💜🥰
@juanitooctavio9023 Жыл бұрын
Now THAT is a Singer!!! He’s simply fantastic. I prefer his version to the original.
@wandablanchet7966 Жыл бұрын
He is amazing.
@cathy8070 Жыл бұрын
Superb. My entire body shivered when he hit those high notes 🇨🇦♥️🇨🇦
@lesliepotts5825 Жыл бұрын
Fun right now ….Adam was on Jimmy Fallon’s show What’s My Jam. He went viral singing The Muffin Man on Drury lane. You can catch the whole crowd at Summerfest ball at Wembley Stadium, and this last weekend in Trafalgar square. He did a sold out concert at Royal Albert Hall so hitting all the Uk hotspots. Some major appearances in New York the previous week Touring again with Queen this fall, sold out in a day. As mentioned in the comments The Isle of Wight performance is special. This performance and the Isle of Wight one are used by vocal coaches as master classes. When Queen and AL were in Bologna last summer( July 10th) they did an impromptu Puccini cover of Nessum Dorma which is stunning. Fun too!
@oldbutnotdead1 Жыл бұрын
I knew he was something special on American Idol, which he deservedly won. He was the perfect choice for Brian May and the rest of Queen to ask to take Freddie's place. That he brought Cher to tears with this doesn't surprise me at all.
@Scheherasad Жыл бұрын
he did not win American Idol, he was the runner up
@paulamorrison8939 Жыл бұрын
He did not win Idol, but should have.
@brendashelonko2149 Жыл бұрын
That was a tour de force. What an incredible tribute to Cher: she was in tears.
@marcopolo9569 Жыл бұрын
What an honor to Cher. Impeccably performaned.
@joannewsome52025 ай бұрын
It is a BALLAD arrangement. Wow!
@adamfanalways Жыл бұрын
Adam’s standing ovation 👏 was well deserved and Cher was so happy with it! I love ❤️ Adam, just a true talent!
@einnanoslen6 ай бұрын
Adam is the best!!! 👏👏👏💖💖💖
@wilmaalvis2515 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful!!
@user-td3zl1hf5n Жыл бұрын
Love, love Adam, he is incredible, he was robbed by not winning American idol, but he proved every one wrong
@karendavis2668 Жыл бұрын
I saw Adam in concert not long after he released his first album. He was amazing live. This is an amazing rendition of this iconic song. Thanks for your reaction 💖🦋
@haikudragon2665 Жыл бұрын
Cher was the first one to her feet. that had to feel great for Adam!
@Deeonplanetearth5 ай бұрын
What an exquisite voice. What an exquisite talent. What an exquisite performance. ❤❤❤
@barbararobbins5309 Жыл бұрын
The Kennedy award honorees would be quite an audience to impress, and impress them Adam did. Cher, who was being awarded, was moved to tears, and also, the Broadway cast of Hamilton was in that audience. A standing ovation is always, good, but.a standing ovation from that crowd is amazing!
@carleenaustinson64954 ай бұрын
This performance of this song, has been one of my favorites for a long time!!!! He is such a a professional and total ability!!
@SnugDK Жыл бұрын
I am new to your channel and I like to tell you that you are the best "First Time Hearing" I have ever seen and heard. Thank you for just being you, it's easy to see your reaction on your face and I had the same reaction to this fantastic performance by Adam Lambert as you. I followed him on American Idol and fell in love with his totally own way to make a song his and his voice is out of this world. I have ben so lucky to meet him twice and he is the most down to earth person, so sweet and he is all smiles. I saw him when he visited Denmark and Norway back in 2010, the time I met him. I can tell you one thing. I am now 63 years old, I am from the 60s and was teenager in the 70s and grow up with SO much great music that still today is popular. I have ben to a ton of concerts since my first one with Deep Purple back in '73 and are still going to concerts. I have NEVER - as I was to Adams concert in Oslo, Norway, ben hyptonized. I was on first row looking right up into his face and his present is so powerful that I didn't see other musicians, dancers or anything. I was BLOWN away by Adam and still today I remember it clearly. His extra song before the concert ended was "20th Century Boy" by T.Rex who I was and still am a HUGE fan of. He killed the song and I was right back in 1973 when I saw T.Rex and I couldn't believe what I heard. I was at that time 50 years old, but somehow also 13 :D Long story short, THANK you for your channel. I have subscribed and will follow you. I properly will ask you to listen to some songs along the way and it's of course up to you if you want to check them out. Hugs to you from Denmark. Snug
@nickforell1 Жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you so much Snug. That means quite alot! You made me jealous with you recounting of that concert!
@donnamiele750911 ай бұрын
Adam is an absolute amazing singer!!! Top of the line!!!
@littlemiss80s88 Жыл бұрын
I come back to this song time and time again ❤
@marktallentire3464 Жыл бұрын
Please please listen to his version of “Who Wants To Live Forever?” At the Isle Of White Festival Trust me
@valogden Жыл бұрын
I would push like many times. It's an amazing emotional performance ❤
@elainebarnes7870 Жыл бұрын
Yes was Cher there he came 2nd 2009. He is amazing live. Love Cher and Adams versions but with Adam with the musical arrangement you actually hear and connect with lyrics as its not a dance song anymore great performance as normal. Great reaction thank you.
@diannklotzbier7447 Жыл бұрын
You really need to check him out singing with Queen!
@amethystanne4586 Жыл бұрын
He is wonderful. I loved his performance with Queen at the late QEII’s Jubilee. Have you seen it? HMTQ has tea with Paddington Bear, then taps her spoon in a well-known rhythm against the tea cup as an introduction to the band, Queen. It. Is. Super. Cool!
@gaylebanks7533 Жыл бұрын
Feeling his broken heart. He is amazing! Yes he is crushing it! One of the greats!
@gailhubbard7102 Жыл бұрын
Wow! I never paid attention to Adam but now I know what I was missing! Amazing rendition! Great reaction!
@nickforell1 Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Gail!
@einnanoslen6 ай бұрын
I just came across your comment and it says it's from 7 months ago. Are you a Glambert yet?! Adam is such a legend! 🙌
@lisafarrell5996 Жыл бұрын
Phenomenal
@user-nd6gt6vm1j Жыл бұрын
Love the song.Cher is my favorite singer.Adam Lambert rock that song and touch ed the one and only Cher ❤😢😢 thanks Cathy West OBX NC
@no_onein2024 Жыл бұрын
I remember the original song always played at the clubs when it was out lol. Adam made it his own version, quite breathtaking even for Ms. Cher the Queen herself! I was blown away by Adam's vocal range and ability in Am. Idol. I still love his first CD he released, it was diverse in musical style from pop rock to dance to a little more rock to ballads. Glad you're checking out Adam's stuff!
@michaelreece2966 Жыл бұрын
27 years in the music business and it always amazed me how a songwriter or artist envisioned a song one way and someone else heard it completely different. I could have done without Melissa Peterman singing along, but he is just a one of a kind. It’s obvious it took Cher by surprise. I worked either back in the day and she is truly one of a kind. Shocked The hell out of Cher. He is a superstar with unbelievable humility. What he’s done with Queen has just been a miracle.
@janetfortner6921 Жыл бұрын
Love this rendition it's beautiful
@brendabinau1187 Жыл бұрын
There is no doubt about his talent!!! Mad respect!!
@deemariedubois4916 Жыл бұрын
Adam singing this was so pure. You can feel every nuance. I love Adam’s voice. He came in second on American Idol but it didn’t matter, his voice assured he would be successful. Odd I can’t remember the name of the winner. I can picture him, a real sweet guy.
@altarehkugler4675 Жыл бұрын
So Moving! I loved seeing Cher shedding tears over it🙂 Really beautiful! Thanks again Nick!💜
@nickforell1 Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@deborahfogel3689 Жыл бұрын
All I can say is WOW!!!
@noranaughton3376 Жыл бұрын
Melts my heart !,,
@SoCaliGuyHB3949 ай бұрын
I;m still emotionally inspired by Adam's rendition of Cher's masterpiece.
@kwillette1701 Жыл бұрын
Adam is so sassy (with that little little earpiece flip) and his voice is AMAZING!!! This performance is just stunning, I love Adam Lambert!!!
@lorigeorgeff5096 Жыл бұрын
The strings gave it a beautiful ethereal quality.
@lisahess1027 Жыл бұрын
It’s a breathtaking rendition of Cher’s song. I also saw him as the frontman of Queen 4 years ago. He blew me away and it was an amazing concert.
@deborahtorres276 Жыл бұрын
Magical performance!!💜😌love your reaction…🥰
@nickforell1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! 😁
@jerileegant6719 Жыл бұрын
He is amazing!!!!
@debrajeffries7577 Жыл бұрын
Best singer out there
@chelin7023 Жыл бұрын
Yes, that was Cher and her reaction to the song interpreted by Lamber is testament of how incredible it is! 🥰
@ShaunComnerley-zi3xr7 ай бұрын
Adam brought out a whole different side of this song that was so beautiful
@ShaunComnerley-zi3xr4 ай бұрын
Yes he sure did
@courtneydasaro9887 Жыл бұрын
That was definitely Cher! This was such an amazing performance!! I LOVED him on American Idol! New to your channel! This is the 2nd video of yours I've watched, and I will continue to watch. I like you!
@nickforell1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Courtney :)
@carolegoodwin82485 ай бұрын
Love this song. Thanks
@sherriewilliams3422 Жыл бұрын
This was beautiful!! I love his voice!! It would have been nice to see this full screen and without all of the stops and talking.
@dovemybeloved860 Жыл бұрын
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@marialee627 Жыл бұрын
He's a fantastic voice nobody to touch him x
@Kj40262 Жыл бұрын
There is nothing that Adam can’t sing. every time I listen to the song I get gooses all over my Body.I just love him
@terrilabeth Жыл бұрын
Adam is one of the most underrated singers in my opinion. He did a cover of Chandelier on America’s Got Talent (and his new album) that was just as amazing as this. In front of Simon Cowell (again) and the end of it was SO funny. Thanks for your reaction. T ✌🏻
@xmoomoo9158 Жыл бұрын
All he does is covers….🤨
@terrilabeth Жыл бұрын
@@xmoomoo9158 I wasn’t even going to bother with this but just couldn’t resist. Obviously you have not followed his musical career. He has his own music in the form of several albums. Perhaps you should check Google before making a statement like this. Thanks. T ✌🏻
@xmoomoo9158 Жыл бұрын
@@terrilabeth name his hits??
@terrilabeth Жыл бұрын
@@xmoomoo9158 Whatdaya Want from Me (written by Pink for Adam), Ghost Town, Aftermath, Lay Me Down….
@xmoomoo9158 Жыл бұрын
@@terrilabeth still waiting!!😂
@Wildflowers516 Жыл бұрын
He did a great job ! Love Cher n I love Adam :) He did jimmy Fallon had to do muffin man to chers song and it was awesome!!!
@Stacyr4567 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful performance.
@mamat8184 Жыл бұрын
I was thinking about making this my patreon request. Thanks Alex! It is truly an unforgettable performance. Thank you again, Nick. Great reaction, very thoughtful.
@cathy8070 Жыл бұрын
Agree 🇨🇦😊
@nickforell1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Mama. I’m so so glad you enjoyed. Adam is someone I’ve really enjoyed for many years. His voice is so pure
@lilianecpo14418 ай бұрын
Adam é incrível demais 🇧🇷
@rodb9275 Жыл бұрын
He was my favorite American Idol contestant EVER. I remember that I couldn't wait to see his performance EVERY week. Like you, I haven't followed him much since then EXCEPT for his Queen stuff
@triciasimpson49589 ай бұрын
They were honoring Cher her song believe
@leticiabeltran93194 ай бұрын
This song should be sung this way since Cher wrote and sang it. This is my favorite version of this song and many others that Adam covers. Love him so much.
@user-fm5qs5cy6d Жыл бұрын
I have watch this performace so many times, it is unbelievable!❤
@razelsantiago50508 ай бұрын
Hi Nick…thanks for your reaction…more Adam & Pentatonix please…thanks❤
@jodylebouton9436 Жыл бұрын
I think Adam could sing the phone book. His voice gives me shivers.
@leegriffin258211 ай бұрын
oh my! haha - love ur reaction nick! when u make cher cry and stand up ! u know uve done good ! love ur reactions ! thats how cher meant the song to be! - love all ur reactions ! thanks for loving great music and when it hits our soul ! its the best ! cant wait to see more! much love to u and urs
@nickforell111 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😁
@lisakaufman7366 Жыл бұрын
I would love to hear them sing together.
@allforadam111 ай бұрын
Two of my favorite singers are Adam Lambert and Dan Vasc. I've been a fan of Adam since AI and have seen six of his solo concerts and seven of his Queen concerts. I just heard Dan Vasc for the first time singing Amazing Grace. I am a huge fan of both as I like the power voices with the big range. Both sing with great emotion. They are such different kinds of singers but each is at the top of his game. Check out each of their version of Nessum Dorma. Adam sang it during a Queen concert in Italy. Queen was impressed.
@EllenMcEleney Жыл бұрын
i remember hearing this that night. i thought it was the best version i had ever heard. and still do. he's amazing.
@lisacoles145711 ай бұрын
Loved watching you watch this ! It’s one of my favorites and your reaction to every note was priceless!