Alicia Keys - Empire State Of Mind (Part II) Broken Down LIVE @ AOL Sessions

Alicia Keys Empire State Of Mind (Part II) Broken Down LIVE @ AOL Sessions
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[@lufc5605]

me and my wife visited new york in 2017 and great memories . we played this song to remind us. she died last year age 57 cancer and i play this song because it is her i think about when it plays.

[@olafurorir4816]

❤️❤️

[@joshuajordan7554]

💜💜💜

[@0n3art71]

Sorry for your loss

[@johnjohnstone1913]

So sorry for loss. Stay strong my friend 🫂

[@lhyork1608]

So very sorry for your loss…..

[@Kim-zs7oi]

This song has given me the push I need to end my toxic relationship. There is so much world for me to see. Why should I allow myself to be chained down by a person who brings sadness to my life

[@TheRealYTIAN]

"Theres nothing you cant do.."

[@patkalm1073]

Très bonne réaction

[@MrRaybrown007]

Go for it. Do yoga as well, it will help.

[@paulchukwuneke2743]

Sending love ❤️

[@feonor26]

Good for you. The world is too big and too much to see and do than to be entangled in bullshit like that ❤

[@vell0cet517]

If this song doesn't give you the chills then you're not human (or have a hearing impairment)...

[@buck1946]

That is one of the greatest songs ever but only when ALICIA sings it, no one else even comes close to her voice. I love the way the background singers open the song too , it is just special.

[@bernardrandles8013]

Yes I agree but the late frank Sinatra put it on the map , great voice and a great actor

[@arenasjp]

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[@buck1946]

@@arenasjp awesome cover, thanks for the link .

[@tompaulcampbell]

Certainly better for me without the grunt and mumble nursery rhyme of Jay-Z!

[@MrWaffles_YT]

@@tompaulcampbell Jay z doesn't even mumble you can hear everything he is saying

[@mrsdoubtfire534]

Now that is a musician, an artist!

[@wakkyfied9775]

Anyone else focusing on the vocal dude in the back?

[@davidpopplewell8108]

Why

[@patriciagroce5016]

She makes me proud of being a New Yorker!! Love Her!!! New York Strong!!

[@brandonk1097]

patricia Groce She makes me wish I was a New Yorker!

[@tsharkey1517]

love

[@annevallance9286]

Can't wait to visit your city..63 yrs old ,and I'm buzzing to be surrounded by newyorkers !!

[@feonor26]

Growing up in a small town in Norway during the 80s, New York was always the shining city on the hill that I dreamed of visiting. When I finally went for the first time in 2012 I had this song playing in my head all the time while enjoying the view of the 230 5th rooftop bar 🥰

[@Life-As-is]

"I'm gonna make it by any means; I've got a a pocket full of dreams..." - so solid, it hits me!

[@Keezie27]

Love that line

[@robertwright2852]

i've always been impressed by, not just her voice, but her musicality, song writing, piano playing, and beauty

[@atila.saraujo]

a New York City anthem! No words to describe how beautiful this song is!

[@shermanburnsjr.1116]

Átila S.A. I'm from Detroit,but this is My Shit!!!!!! Ain't Nobody Fucking with Alicia!!!!!!!

[@fabmancini]

She is from the Bronx, New York! You know this song comes from her heart and soul! This is right there with Frank Sinatra’s anthem for my city.

[@nicolea9324]

Fabrizio Mancini She's from Manhattan not the Bronx.

[@cherylr444]

No words to describe how BEAUTIFUL Alicia's soul is... Love ♥

[@marthasolis1924]

Yes no words

[@davidhelin5934]

Every time I hear New York's new millennium anthem, I have tears of pride, even now!

[@CharlotteJudahMcDaniel]

We all know Alicia Keys is amazing Give lots of credit to backup singers Love their voices and energy

[@melissachartres3219]

Concrete jungle wet dream tomato!

[@BuckFiddy5]

So much to like about this. Beautiful.

[@docasioe]

That is definitely the NYCs anthem

[@BLINKSforLIFE]

This made me feel like coming to New York and experience what is like living in New York.

[@niklasholz3751]

you da prince man

[@cardiob6475]

look lmfao it ain't like that in NY homie it's fucked up lmao

[@matzacomn]

Same here.

[@evelynetchison4796]

+skrrt skrr

[@mimicarey2391]

I think that people really underestimate her vocals ,she’s such a good singer ,I love her tone and voice :3

[@ronjordan2831]

Alicia, you don't need jayz, you don't need that cult. You can survive on your own. You got talent.

[@stevehedrick7390]

Hello Alicia. The first time I heard this song something inside me changed. I have suffered with depression my whole life but didn't know it till i listen to this song. This song made me break down in tears and i couldn't understand why. That's when my life ended. I got a second chance in life and got help , learned it was depression. I guess you saved my life so I thank you for that. Whenever the depression get bad I listen to this song . Their is no help or a cure for depression and their is only one outcome.

[@jurgendelgado7903]

There is help mate, there are treatments...but no cure. We are on the same boat, but I guess you get used to it

[@ScottinLR]

Steve. NYC will always be there. I know how dark it can get. When you feel it coming get on a plane and go. The song brings me to tears too.

[@Lulina1978]

Will pray for you man, there is a cure!

[@erniecurl3344]

Hi from the United Kingdom I too suffer depression. It not only drags you down but it takes you to some dark places keep fighting my friend be strong

[@valeriegeorge5947]

Steve Hedrick hope you are doing well. Depression is a big struggle

[@reprazenter1968]

how can nearly 600 people dislike this? sung with so much passion.best mix of this track ever

[@JudgeDredd888]

+DJ Ebony Must Justin Bibier fans......

[@claudiafcruz70]

grau

[@joshuacanuta1869]

they hate Ny

[@zaybx3485]

Joshua Josh people from LA the California girls lovers 😂😭😂

[@cynthiaperez9002]

DJ Ebony 个

[@BZX0]

You should know. This is the best song for NY. Most popular after Frank Sinatra. And Alicia was under 30 when she sing it first time. Now this song not just a visit card. Its an icon of this city.

[@reedykat30]

I can’t believe that this is my first time hearing this version. The key play is awesome and it touches my heart.

[@JaguarStar999]

What I love about Alicia is that she's one of the few female mainstream artists today that is a true musician. Others are singers, performers, celebrities...she's a pure, simple musician first and foremost. Something missing and highly underrated in current music industry, that is so eager to rely on shock value, controversy and and sex to sell females. We need more authentic women musicans that inspire a new generation of artists (as opposed to inspiring girls to become sluts and sell). I heard Alicia speak in a TV show about women issues the other day; besides being a wonderful artist, she's one of the most intelligent and down-to-earth famous people I've seen. Forget Beyonce hypocrisy trying to be a diva and the girl next door at the same time, forget Miley, Katy and the rest of them trying to be something else to grab your attention. Alicia is so authentic, smart and truly humble that such elements make her stand out from the crowd of pretentious bitches.

[@svenpetersen6057]

Sooooo much I do agree with you, Nephania...!!! Unfortunately true!

[@minato3889]

I agree! Taylor Swift & her are exceptions

[@ReijiNakashi]

Beyonce is the worst (as you said, hypocrite) because she's all "FEMINIST" but she's always half naked and shaking her bootie, so, what's up sister? you claimed women are treated as sex objects but you seem to like it.

[@suechapep4670]

That's what feminism is: having the choice. We think nothing of half naked or topless men.

[@karindakimble4644]

Kaylasa JaguarStar ekaowpdqlpqpxqlxpqodw fjsovsmcw

[@nazliedalwai5497]

Nothing better than riding in a topless bus and listening to this song, in New York City

[@user-et8sl8nz7m]

I walked from LA to New York in 2017 as a Veteran Walk For The Wounded 3 British Veterans and 3 Marines ❤

[@fatmoefatmoe2645]

Dang bro how long did it take you?

[@andrewallen2038]

Will never forget that day when my sober mum told me what had happened. I couldn’t believe it and having visited GroundZero it chills me to the bones. God bless all of you and God bless all the fire and police souls who were heroic. My son is a police officer and I worry about him every day. ….omg I fear for my grandchildren 😢

[@jayjames3926]

this version is just amazing!!!!

[@neilcartwright9569]

jasen gunz enjoy from the caller😎

[@philippezsiga1125]

she s beautiful , she s a great singer, she s a great pianist, she knows about synthesizers she is perfect

[@jodychadd667]

Absolutely stunning women and such a powerful song , wow

[@nunes4556]

Que nostalgia esse som! ;/ QUEM É BR AI?

[@nevinhasilva1085]

Oiiii... Nostalgia Otimaaa, veryyyy!

[@marcosquarizzi8763]

E NOIS MANO .....RSRSRSRSRS

[@jasonbartlett1194]

One of my favorite Alicia Keys songs. She has an amazing voice!!!

[@DrWakeeK]

Ohhhh My goodness, the guy back there did the chorus is gooood.

[@weronikap4163]

wq2

[@loriburke7856]

What a great pianist she is in addition to her great voice. What an artist!

[@anthonymichaelhalloates2902]

I’ve never been, but where I’ve been, tells me that this is the most talented, beauties, woman on the planet.

[@pingboon8473]

One day, I'll book a flight to New York and listen to this in the middle of the Times Square.

[@shirleybutler2623]

I HEAR YOU LOUD AND CLEAR NEW YORK 4SURE! ! ! !

[@tequiero000]

Dis girl is On diré

[@youngalistairyou]

And god created alica keys!

[@michaeljmccurdy9449]

It's good also to give credit to the 2 women who wrote this song: Angela Hunte and Jane't Sewell-Ulepic.

[@karindakimble4644]

Michael J McCurdy eoaoroapsoww0eoeoaproqoew0ow

[@strbskepleso]

which one?

[@michaeljmccurdy9449]

Those 2 women wrote Empire State of Mind.

[@lacobiro4733]

Martausova

[@ourblissfuldreams]

When god made Alicia keys , someone bet him he couldn’t create a perfect woman.

[@iainallan5667]

From Scotland, visited New York as a 25yo in 1976, this this great song by a fantastic singer and musician brings back so many memories. Retired now, so unfortunately will never get back.

[@lynxcx]

2016 and I'll always love this song

[@rachelllee4185]

I agree (: we love u Alicia

[@haircake6102]

A WHOLE SIX YEARS WHOA

[@ashleyash6850]

same here

[@GCK0o7]

Straight fire

[@TheVrabac72]

just amazing

[@vinnyhaddad]

Who the hell would dislike this?

[@babbayega]

Vince Haddad some full retards it seems bro

[@dulcetqm2ggp]

Probably all the people who liked California Gurls 😂

[@tompaulcampbell]

+Phillip Fawcett Expecting the grunts and mumbles of Jay-Z?

[@richardhawkes]

+Vince Haddad I do like this song, but this version I think is somewhat over-produced.

[@babbayega]

+Richard Hawkes How could it be? ,it's a live version and i can't hear any add of sustains or reverbs in this performance.

[@MrDoggylander92]

Who's still listening to this amazing song in August 2022?🥰

[@williammartin4220]

A timeless classic.

[@kaitlynnehira6081]

There's no artist out there that is more talented than Alicia keys. I freaking love her so much!!! She is a superwoman :))) She is so freaking beautiful it makes my heart hurt

[@iamgreatness6649]

kaitlyn nehira definitely best female artist. I think the weeknd is the best male artist

[@ariapopz]

Such an underrated artist, it's ridiculous...

[@RansomedSin]

+Faras Ali In what kind of universe do you live where she is underrated?

[@CustomFitted]

+Ransomed Sin lol word....everybody loves her

[@Sean-wj1wu]

+Creative and she's hot !

[@CustomFitted]

Sean Beck VERY

[@markadams7456]

+Faras Ali not underrated by me mate. she is amazing artist.

[@GabrielMesquitaaa]

This song hurt me so much... Reminds me my mom, she's passed away in 2020 and she loved this song, soundtrack of our favorite tv show too, Gossip Girl. Mommy, i love you so much forever!🥺🥺😭😭😭

[@nubbie2545]

Let's hear it for New York. I will always love the city

[@RoyaltySarah]

Growing up as a lil girl with dreams to go to go NYC. “Momma if I die without going there, I wouldn’t have died happy” two years ago she made my dream come true 😆❤️

[@teresa8650]

I so appreciate real musicians.

[@TheMarpalm]

Teresa the drummer alone is amazing

[@donmaciver1420]

Alicia Keys has something intrinsically magic about her voice, her powerfully gifted instrument, and yes, her piano. She has something that very, very few in the industry have ever had...

[@PLeon-kd1yd]

Talent

[@dannyvu8304]

One of the best live solo performances I’ve ever heard

[@CollinCoel]

When listening to this song, it seems as if the whole life passes by like in a magic panorama. Terrific!

[@christinemaclean5430]

Want to hear it's impossible Perry como

[@mdcecichannel4366]

.....Alicia's tribute to New York City....greatest city in the World....on this 17th anniversary of 911....we will never forget....

[@SantiagoTM1]

How can someone NOT fall in LOVE with Lady Alicia Keys....

[@borisblvd5354]

Every time I watch this, I get distracted by the three backup singers. They always remind me of The Three Degrees, back in the 70's....."When will I see you, again...."..Incredible!!!

[@SamanthaKeel]

Everything about this performance was perfect

[@michaeljmccurdy9449]

Whose still listening in 2099? Can I get a "YAymen"? (that's what we say in 2099)

[@sophiejouvenaar]

jameen

[@DougW2012pro]

nawmeen?

[@michaeljmccurdy9449]

quad core That too! :)

[@Boyd751965]

R'amen bro. Be blessed by The Flying Spaghetti Monster and His holy sauciness

[@oscarsanchez-1974]

Proud to be a New Yorker - any NYers out here (Like this) Queens representing

[@glennsgirl7183]

kEW gARDENS

[@MAURIZIOCANZONERI]

Empire state of mind still sounds so amazing! One of my favourite song ever! Happy 2021 everybody, we all deserve a better year

[@jaelcaribe]

I have seen ppl saying she cant sing live.... I swear ppl dont know good music anymore

[@mickanderson9249]

Splendid !!!! What a voice :-)

[@DaveJ6515]

Drums are so great in this version.

[@dkm309]

She is such a brilliant artist! Her music hits the soul.

[@misterCamrad]

Dude on the background is awesome :D

[@lhyork1608]

Loveeeee this version- she is amazing...

[@jafiatalita1757]

Ooh-ooh-ooh, New York Ooh-ooh-ooh, New York Grew up in a town that is famous as a place of movie scenes Noise is always loud There are sirens all around and the streets are mean If I can make it here, I can make it anywhere, that's what they say Seein' my face in lights Or my name in marquees found down on Broadway Even if it ain't all it seems, I got a pocketful of dreams Baby, I'm from New York Concrete jungle where dreams are made of There's nothin' you can't do Now you're in New York These streets will make you feel brand-new Big lights will inspire you Hear it for New York, New York, New York On the avenue, there ain't ever a curfew, ladies work so hard Such a meltin' pot On the corner sellin' rock, preachers pray to God Hail a gypsy cab Takes me down from Harlem to the Brooklyn Bridge Someone sleeps tonight with a hunger far more than an empty fridge I'ma make it by any means, I got a pocketful of dreams Baby, I'm from New York Concrete jungle where dreams are made of There's nothin' you can't do Now you're in New York These streets will make you feel brand-new Big lights will inspire you Hear it for New York, New York, New York One hand in the air for the big city Streetlights, big dreams, all lookin' pretty No place in the world that can compare Put your lighters in the air, everybody say, "Yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah" In New York Concrete jungle where dreams are made of There's nothin' you can't do Now you're in New York These streets will make you feel brand-new Big lights will inspire you Hear it for New York

[@risktaker7996]

"If I can make it here, I can make it everywhere." So true!.

[@manonfire237]

Wow her voice is incredible! So relaxing. The Element of Freedom is such a good album.

[@reputation1990]

this song is honestly Brilliant and amazing i love evrything!!!

[@jensrohrga6537]

super schön

[@cmagrop]

Alicia describes the soul of New York, I visited recently NY and I felt in love of the magic that every street provoques. NY is unspeakable

[@carlosditchonjr3526]

Great Song! Everything is beautiful. Artist, voice, lyrics. So inspirational.😢

[@dougieadamson1848]

So much talent,and passion.

[@linekoki]

Toujours au top !

[@cmw9876]

Now that hits the spot! Wonderful. ❤

[@SuperBarnab]

Beautiful in every possible ways

[@77jrocku]

Hey Alicia you have a amazing voice this song just gives me chills

[@davidedwards6807]

Love this song and Alicia❤

[@Celusoft.Colombia]

So amazing

[@jaguarpaw9113]

I love this song. It makes me proud to be part of American people now...

[@mariaaparecidacidinha6501]

Música maravilhosa nesta voz perfeita me fazendo lembrar de momentos que eu deveria esquecer...

[@jillianwhite4601]

Thank you for your voice.

[@michaelshanie3077]

Incredible! Sings like an angel.

[@laurapaine9134]

Still rocking it in August 2019!

[@tassoparis2507]

Love everything about Alicia beautiful soul :) just inspirational

[@dorothyhill7067]

Love alesha's singing! Beautiful soul!!

[@subtanna]

She can reach all the notes so very easily....very gifted!

[@pamelamitchell4069]

This song makes me feel like I'm home again , she is a fantastic artist!!!

[@YoAndyMartin]

❤ bella, y hermosa🎉

[@tracygergel9971]

shes amazing

[@joseluizalbuquerque777]

Essa moça canta com a alma!!

[@dianarhoads4604]

She’s a gem! One of the best ever! Love ❤️ her!

[@80sOutrunFan]

Not just her voice, the background voices are amazing!

[@alanhaley4800]

I love this. And the background singers are AWESOME FUN!

[@Mitsch76]

Great beats, great backings and the greatest voice of the world! I am so shakin....can't stand to hear that sound...

[@eriksons78]

o alicia ... your golden voice, thank you for it

[@marciliodeazevedotorrent9948]

What a beautiful voice and performance!!!

[@maryfedor7981]

So beautiful what a singer!!❤🎉

[@mervinettienne8763]

always come back to this! one of the best musical performance ive ever seen! the soul,the energy..her voice!! #magic gives me chills!

[@Blackscorpion1963]

I'm a Kiwi (New Zealand) male hemipelvectomy (complete left leg amputee as a result of my near-death motorcycle accident here in 1990 when I was 26). I always had a dream of competing in the New York Marathon as a member of The Achilles Track Club - however it never came true. When 9/11 occurred and I watched the tragedy on television I couldn't believe what I was seeing. When I first heard Alicia Keys singing 'Empire State of Mind' I thought to myself 'oh wow this is going to be a mega hit'. I FELT the song. And now every time I hear the song it always sends shivers up and down my spine. And when both Alicia and Jay-Z perform the song together - I really don't believe there is a more powerful tribute to NEW YORK. Over here in New Zealand on Tuesday 22 February 2011 at 12.51 p.m. a tragic magnitude 6.3 earthquake almost took out the South Island main city Christchurch , killing 185 people and injuring several thousand. So I guess may be both cities have something in common i.e. adversity. I read the book 'The Man Who Would Not Be Defeated' the story of W. Mitchell who is an American motivational speaker and businessman. He is a former member of the United States Marine Corps, burn victim, paraplegic, and a former small-town mayor. I totally believe in his mantra: 'It's not what happens to you, It's what you do about it'. And to me, 'Empire State Of Mind' is a song about HOPE & FAITH that no matter how much adversity you may experience in your life - NEVER GIVE UP. So although I never got to compete in the New York Marathon - in 1994 over here in Christchurch, New Zealand I set the World's Fastest Time for an A.K.A. (above knee amputee) using crutches on my one good right leg. My time of 5 hours 58 minutes 13 seconds beat the existing time of 6 hours 22 minutes by 23 minutes. My time remained unbeaten for 19 years. From 1992 to 1998 I completed 6 half and 6 full Marathons on crutches. However such performances have taken its toll on my body and in 2010 I had my good right leg hip joint replaced. Now I still exercise and currently I am 'wearing in' my new prosthesis (artificial limb) that is going to take some time. I am fortunate as I understand patience reasonably well. If you have taken the valuable time in your life to read my comment I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and wish you all the very best life can possibly offer you. Leighton S. (New Zealand)

[@orchardbreezefarmberkshire7801]

Such a beautiful Lady and Voice. Keep singing girl!!!

[@24lisabeth]

wow this brings to tears to anyone's eyes who understands.. Fantastic song beautiful voice!!

[@shelley9900]

I’m hooked, you voice is incredible like no other, I get cold chills when I hear your voice in anyway shape or form 🎉😮😅