Angelina Jordan - Bad Valentine | Reaction | TURNING BACK TIME

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you @elenakiselev8440, @rlew49ers and @poolhallshark, as well as others who pointed me in the direction of Angelina Jordan. I know you didn't request this particular song, but I wanted to start with something newer instead of trying to catch up most of the time. Hope you like it. 😊

[@nfpnone8248]

Everyone makes that face the first time they hear Angelina Jordan. To be clear, she is a child prodigy in the strictest sense of that term, she has been singing and arranging her own material, which includes working with the musicians on the arrangements to accompany her, since the age of 7, and she has worked with the highest quality of musicians and orchestras worldwide. Be careful, she is more addictive than drugs, and yes, her genre is 50’s to 70’s Jazz, Blues, and R&B. She is a true artist!

[@AleksReacts]

I already said this a few times, but this did not feel like an 18-yr old girl was singing. I am yet to hear her performances when she was much younger, but one can already tell that there is more to her than this song.

[@nfpnone8248]

@@AleksReacts That’s not even the half of it, because you will have the same reaction to Angelina at every age she has been performing. You mentioned Dinah Washington, Angelina covered “What a Difference a Day Makes” shortly after winning Norway’s Got Talent, and it’s mind blowing to see that little girl stand up in that crowd of fans and sound like Dinah Washington herself, with noticeable changes to fit Angelina’s Artistry. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kITJmHZ_fMlqoZYsi=qLa_8Nq-1WSYFoUz

[@AleksReacts]

I really had not a clue what I'm getting myself into. Oooook, added to the list of almost 100 songs suggested at this point. I have years of material already... AJ will turn 40 by the time I hear everything she's made until now. 😂

[@nfpnone8248]

@@AleksReacts I do understand, and I think it was wise to start where you did, with “Bad Valentine” which is probably her best work, with the addition of a Grammy Award winning songwriter and producer, Toby Gad, it’s a testament to the decade of Angelina’s presence in the music industry. But I think you should be selective how you dive into that 10 years of Angelina, she worked very hard between the ages of 7 and 12 to refine and develop her artistry, and it doesn’t take reviewing all those songs to get the full trajectory of that development. But yes, you need to sample from those years to understand that trajectory, which is amazing in and of itself. Enjoy your dive into the artistry of Angelina Jordan!

[@AleksReacts]

Everyone's convinced me that I want to hear even more than I thought. The dive is happening!

[@garysen]

Angelina sings to express, not to impress. Yet she does both, gloriously! 🤩👣🔥🧡🙌❣️

[@AleksReacts]

Well, here she did do both. Can't disagree. ❤

[@Kevin_Lyon]

Great reaction to Angelina Jordan and her phenomenal one of a kind voice and singing ability !!

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you, Kevin! She's got a wonderful group of fans too.

[@FlameCold258]

The Norwegian singer, Angelina Jordan is a young legend, now living in LA. (curent 18 Years old ). She is an elegant artist for the big occasions. Which artist has sung for the Nobel Peace Prize twice, and she sings FIFA's official song before the upcoming World Cup. She has sung for 40,000 in concert with Nora Jones. She has helped to collect 21 million for children in need. Performed for many countries' heads of state on many big occasions. Concert in Las Vegas, with a number of other live concerts. Signed record deal with "Republic Records" at only 14 years old. The list is almost endless ... She is so talented that no one can ignore her, and together with Rebpublic Records, she actually sets the pace herself to total worldfame . Although she herself is an 18-year-old young lady, her taste in music is quality, and not just high bass in the stomach.When the next James Bond film is to be made, who do you think is in the spotlight for a possible theme song? The list of what Angelina has already been involved in is already so extensive that only a deep dive into her performances has to be searched online by yourself. It is too extreme to almost believe! All important people in the music industry know who she is and what she is good at on big occasions. I don't think anyone has the guts to suggest to her a fast track that doesn't suit her. Her integrity is too strong for that! - The remaining members of Queen allowed her to copyright her arrangement of Bohemian Rhapsody! (Translated by Google) Today (18 years old) Angelina Jordan is no longer a talent, but a world-class singer!

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you for sharing more about Angelina! I will say this much, this is what I'm impressed by the most: Her integrity is too strong for that. 😊

[@FlameCold258]

@@AleksReacts 😊😊

[@kentovewagenes1141]

The song is 🔥🔥🔥 Her voice is absolutely 🔥🔥🔥

[@AleksReacts]

Agreed on both counts!

[@tmtjr]

I envy you. Getting to know Angelina (she has been blowing minds for over 10 years) is going to be a great experience for you. Angelina is a once in generation talent.

[@AleksReacts]

Oh, I don't know what is better, only starting now or following for years. On one hand I've been missing out, on the other, there is joy in discovering someone new you like. Tough call that one. Thank you!

[@tmtjr]

@@AleksReacts absolutely. I caught her for the first time on AGT Champions when she was 13....and she stunned me. I started finding more of her on KZbin and was surprised she had a huge catalog even then. She can sing so many styles and covers a wide array of different singers and genres, but definitely adds her own style to everything she does. Tons of other people will give you recommendations....I just wanted to say thanks for the reaction and to wish you many months of enjoyment coming up.

[@AleksReacts]

Oh, they did, they did. That's a good thing too. I've got so much material I don't know when I'll ever get to hear it all. Thank you so much for such a lovely comment. I do hope you enjoy it with me. 😊

[@daghugowilhelmsen5660]

Welcome to Angelinas world. Angelinas "Angels" ( Fans ) comes from New Zealand to Hawaii, From Norway to South Afrika and from Alaska/Canada to Argentina/Chile. Many of her Angels have folloving her growing up so they see her as a doughter/gran doughter.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I am actually glad to see that amazing artists CAN be easily seen and heard around the world. If Internet has done any good, that would be one of its big pluses. Some of us missed out on great artists only because they weren't on our local TV. Now that is almost impossible and I am very happy that it is so. Where are you from btw? 😊

[@daghugowilhelmsen5660]

@@AleksReacts Spain

[@AleksReacts]

So many Spanish speaker on the channel, but very few from Spain. Glad to have you here! ¡Bienvenido al canal Dag Hugo de España!

[@OleOlson121]

My favorite quote from Angelina. “When I sing I go to another world. The world is endless. It's like, full of happiness. I love it. It's amazing. And when I am on stage, I don't want to go [leave the stage]. [laughing]. I just want to be on stage" A snippet of Skaylan’s interview of Angelina Jordan (age 12) on Norwegian TV - November 2018. Aleks. You do not know how right you are. Angelina has done many covers by every Artist you just mentioned. And I do mean artist. Angelina is a Master Vocalist. She has been sincel she was 8 yrs old. I don't include before that only because she hadn't yet perfected her voice. Her style was always there. She is a Natural Jazz Singer, Master Storyteller and incredible humble, empathetic Human Being and a champion of those in need! Angelina's 1st love was Billie Holliday followed closely by all the artists you mentioned and dozens more. Angelina once said 'if there was no Billie Holliday, there would be no Angelina Jordan.' Angelina knowledge of Music History is unmatched. She grew up from the age of 2 right up through today listening to these Iconic Legends. You are going to be blown away by her choices of Artists to cover, just looking thru her catalogue which is approaching 300+. Her musical career may be one of the most documented in Music History. Her story is fascinating. Many if not most of Angelina's covers is better than the originals. IMO. You have such an interesting, fascinating and fun journey ahead of you and I will be here for it. I'll throw up my suggestions and hope that they are not blocked by KZbin. My list is the best of course.😂LOL Many would not agree but I know it's the best. LOL 🤣❤👣

[@AleksReacts]

She does behave like she belongs on a stage and she sure can sing. The artists I mentioned are just the first ones that came to mind after hearing her sing, so it makes sense that she was influenced by them. Still can't believe that I forgot to mention Billie. The journey plan is like everything in my life - slow and steady my friends, slow and steady. Like with Lara, Dimash, Diana, Ren, Lucy I plan to explore Angelina and Aurora at a steady pace. I'd rather let the song sink in then just run through their repertoire like a headless chicken. Not to worry though, I will listen to a lot more. As for suggestions, nothing yet in Held for review, but I will be checking. 😉

[@PhilipKnopp]

This is a song and singer from "elsewhere"! What IS there to say? ...just unbelieveable!

[@AleksReacts]

Exactly! This is meant to be enjoyed, every moment of it.

[@garyswee9061]

and from "elsewhen".

[@AleksReacts]

Ah, well said.

[@drmsarac]

Thank you so much for your support to Angelina. We all love and care her so much ❤

[@AleksReacts]

Happy to support artists such as her, not that I'm a big support just yet. ❤ Small channel, but well chosen artists, if I say so myself.

[@andyschnell58]

Angelina is 18 and in her 11th year as an on-stage performer. She won Norway's Got Talent at age 8, singing her arrangements of Billie Holiday, Nancy Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald. She is a musical prodigy with a set of skills unlike any other prodigy I know of it. Her wise and loving family continues to slow walk her career, even though she signed with Republic Records (Taylor Swift, Amy Winehouse, etc) at age 14. Republic built her a studio and Angelina has told us she has written more than 100 songs and we have heard 14 to date. Here is the list. She has well over 200 'covers' on KZbin. "What is Life" first sung at age 11. We don't know how old she was when she wrote each song. Age presented is her age when she first sang it. "Oslo" age 11 "Shield" age 12 "Million Miles" age 14 we know she wrote this one in the days after her maternal grandfather passed in 2019 when she was 13 "7th Heaven" age 15 "Love Don't Let Me Go" age 17 "Now I'm the Fool" age 17 "Fire and Rain" age 17 "It's All My Fault" age 17 "Good in Goodbyes" age 17 "Diamond" age 17 "Our Time" age 17 "Princess of Ruins" age 18 ..... only performed at her 2 shows in Las Vegas 2/29/24 "Bad Valentine" age 18 worked with Toby Gad Should include songs for which she was the first to sing "I'm Still Holding Out for You" age 10 .... considered one of her best vocal performances by many "Song for A" age 12 "Above the Water" a EDM song released January 31, 2020 "We're the Best" sung with RedOne at the FIFA Awards February 27, 2023 Angelina wrote new lyrics for two famous songs by Amy Winehouse, "Back to Black" and "Rehab" since it was inappropriate for a preteen to sing the original lyrics. For "Back to Black" Angelina wrote the new lyrics in the 24 hours prior to the recording, then needed just two takes.

[@AleksReacts]

Forgive the lack of response, I'm trying to write up all the suggestions and that takes time. If I reply, I lose the comment. Thank you for sharing all these with me - they're going up on the list as I type this.

[@andyschnell58]

@@AleksReacts You are most welcome. Enjoy your Angelina journey. Be sure to learn why she always performs barefoot, except in the video you reacted to, since the venue wouldn't allow it.

[@AleksReacts]

Someone already explained. However much I did not expect to be impressed by an 18-yr old singing, I did not expect the avalanche of comments that came my way as soon as I published this reaction. I can say one thing: Angelina has many hard core fans ready to support her - that alone is a great success for an artist.

[@andyschnell58]

@@AleksReacts 4 years ago, I never expected to be impressed by an 8 year old singing "What a Difference a Day Make" in front of thousands of people. The quality of my life has improved more than I can express, after watching that first video. Angelina gave me hope when I needed it most. Her arrangements and vocal choices make her, in my opinion, the greatest singer story teller.

[@tadeostodullo4587]

@@AleksReacts YES

[@ItsMe-cz1pi]

she started at 18 months old and has gotten better with each song, even when we thought it was not possible

[@AleksReacts]

At 18 months old? That would be 1.5 years of age. Are you sure? I mean, 2+ I could understand, but what started so early?

[@mikehaun5690]

@@AleksReacts It's on video ... singing Whitney, no less. Thanks to her family, Angelina's amazing talent has been filmed since she first started to sing.

[@kentovewagenes1141]

@@AleksReactsEven a video of 18 months old Angelina singing ❤

[@ItsMe-cz1pi]

lol, as you can see 1.5 years old is on record

[@AleksReacts]

Great, shock me more so I can stop reacting forever. ❤🤣 I believe you, just can't believe what I'm hearing. You know, when you're in denial.

[@Paullinley1955]

❤️Angelina Jordan has a wonderful speaking voice so singing is natural to her 🎵🎤🎶💕💙💕

[@AleksReacts]

I can tell singing is natural to her, but I haven't heard her speak yet (except for Yes a couple of times in this video). In any case, this I liked very much. ❤

[@Paullinley1955]

Watch her video ten years in the making she talks about how it all started for her from Norways got talent to appearing on stage in Las Vegas

[@Pyanfar]

I don't know if you have ever listened to Angelina before, but the singers you referenced as being reflected in her sound are indeed some of her principal influences that she has studied since she was a very young pre teen girl. These previous singers and many others who were popular even before her own mother was born in some cases. Angelina is a very special gem. I know that fans of every artist say this about the artist they like, but in this specific case, it has the added virtue of being the plain and honest truth. I am 65 years old and have listened to music all of my life but have NEVER found anyone else who comes even close to how impressive this young woman is. In addition, she is kindhearted ( despite this song), humble and charitable human being. You have just struck gold by finding her.❤️❤️❤️❤️👣

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! No, I haven't, this is my first time hearing her. I just heard these singers somewhere in her voice/style. I don't "advertise" any reaction as "first reaction", though they all are. Personally, I don't think it matters to anyone but me. It is great to discover good music, exceptional artists and a pleasure to have such a great community that knows which direction to point me in. Everything I've been asked to cover so far has been either good or great. That's a treasure in itself. I have to mention that the part in the brackets made me laugh: "she is kindhearted ( despite this song)". Thanks for that. 😊❤

[@Pyanfar]

@AleksReacts 😉 Agree about finding new artists. Thanks to following Angelina's musical influences, I have discovered people that I never realized were so good. Classic rock from the 60's to 70's was what I exclusively listened to. But now I listen to Amy Winehouse, Nina Simone, and several others that I would never have listened to if I hadn't accidentally come across Angelina. I'm glad you were amused. That song is so opposite of who she is that I just had to mention it.😃

[@AleksReacts]

Many more than just the ones I mentioned are great. As I discover some new ones, go ahead and dig a bit more into the old ones, if you haven't already. I was lucky to have a dad who loved music, otherwise I'd probably never know them either.

[@Pyanfar]

@@AleksReacts 😉❤️

[@tomrogers1305]

Wow. You immediately got the essence of this young woman. An old soul with the voice of a 40 year old. Many others will point you back to her career start 10 or 11 years ago. Be assured, at any age, she will surprise you and never disappoint.

[@AleksReacts]

It's not easy to miss that, if it wasn't written that she was 18, that I could easily miss. I'll be sure to check out more from her, she is impressive for sure.

[@waldemarwojtan1717]

Born Angelina Jordan Astar on January 10, 2006 in Oslo, Norway to her Norwegian mother, Sara Astar and her Swedish father, Gerry Christian Slattman. Angelina started singing around 18 months of age, after listening to Whitney Houston on KZbin. She quickly became obsessed with listening to music videos and her maternal grandmother, Mery Zamani got Angelina interested in classic jazz. Mery Zamani is Iranian and was a prodigy as an artist and poet while growing up in Iran. Angelina attended the Oslo Waldorf School and participated in the Oslo School of Music and Performing Arts after-school program, where starting around age 4, she had training in music but no vocal training. Her teachers were smart enough to not attempt to change what she was doing vocally. More recently she along with her grandmother have designed and made the clothing she wears on stage. Why Angelina always performs barefoot At age 6, while traveling in the Middle East with her mother and grandmother, Angelina noticed a girl around her age standing on the side of the road, asking people to step on her bathroom scale to be weighed in hopes of getting some money. Angelina took off her shoes so as to not get the scale dirty and stepped on the scale many times to make the girl feel better. Angelina befriends the girl who was not wearing shoes and has scars on her feet, and learns she is an orphan. The orphan girl tells Angelina how beautiful she thinks her shoes are. Angelina says her shoes don’t fit her well and she wants to give her shoes to the orphan girl who thanks Angelina for giving her the shoes. Angelina asked the girl what she wanted to be when she grew up and the girl replied, “I want to become a doctor, but that will never happen since I have no parents and I have siblings so I have to do whatever is necessary for us to survive.” Angelina told the girl to never give up on her dreams. The poor girl asked Angelina what she wanted to be when she grew up and Angelina replied that she wanted to sing for the whole world. The poor girl said she would pray every day so Angelina’s dream would come true. Angelina still says she thinks of that homeless girl every day and has always performed barefoot to remind her of all the children who are less fortunate. At age 9, she became the youngest published author in Norway’s history by writing a book about this encounter in the Middle East. PLEASE PURCHASE Angelina’s book from her merchandise store on her official website, angelinajordanofficial Angelina, at age 6 and 7, did record a few songs in a recording studio at her school, most notably “I Who Have Nothing”, a truly remarkable performance for a 7 year old. At age 7, Angelina’s audition on Norway’s Got Talent, was a cover of Billie Holiday’s “Gloomy Sunday”, a song which was banned by a number of European countries during World War II because authorities worried the song would increase the suicide rate. Truly bizarre that this is the song to launch the career of a child musical prodigy. One of the judges on NGT cried. Angelina had turned 8 years old for her next performance on NGT, covering Billie Holiday’s “I’m a Fool to Want You” singing acapella which was required by NGT unless the singer also played an instrument while singing. This was the Judge’s cut round of the competition and was not performed in front of an audience. In the Semi Final round of NGT, Angelina sang “Bang Bang” which was written by Sonny Bono and was first performed by his wife Cher but is best known sung by Nancy Sinatra. The improvement in each performance is incredible even though there were only a couple months between them. In the Finals, Angelina did a cover of George Gershwin’s, “Summertime” and won the contest, capturing 46% of the votes from the ten finalists. When asked what she would like to do with the prize money she won (500,000 kroner or about $80,000), Angelina replied, “I want to give it to the poor children”. Angelina had become a star in her native Norway and her videos on KZbin went viral. She gave a few concerts during the summer of 2014 while 8 years old. In December 2014, Angelina realized a life-long desire to sing at the Save the Children's Peace Prize Celebration which is part of the Noble Peace Prize celebration. Angelina’s family took her to United States, Brazil, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, South Korea, Singapore among other corners of Earth, to perform for heads of state and to help raise money for charity. All before Angelina turned 14. At age 9, Angelina recorded a music video covering the 1956 Jay Hawkin’s classic, “I Put a Spell On You”. The video begins by showing Angelina writing her “wishes” for how she wants to perform the song. Angelina has always created her own arrangements for her cover songs. At age 10 and just a week before her 11th birthday, Angelina recorded a demo of “I’m Still Holding Out for You”. Her family never pursued having that recording officially released but someone leaked it on a KZbin video. Thankfully, everyone involved with that song is now ok with the leaked version. Many angels (fans) believe this is one of Angelina’s best performances. When Angelina was 11, she performed a number of concerts in Norway with a jazz/rock band. Those concerts included up to 14 songs, each remarkably performed. Angelina seems to be at her best when on stage, never nervous, only 100% confident. Also at age 11, Angelina recorded her “It’s Magic” album which has, at times, been in the top 10 best selling jazz albums. On June 27, 2018, at age 12, Jordan performed Frank Sinatra “Fly Me to the Moon” for Quincy Jones in The O2 Arena in London. She has said that was the high point of her young career which was already in it’s 6th year. During 2018, Angelina lost her paternal grandfather, her friend Avicii and one of her idols, Aretha Franklin. She did a moving tribute for each. In 2019, Angelina accepted an invitation to compete in the 2nd season of America’s Got Talent (AGT), The Champions. She had, since age 3, wanted to perform for Simon Cowell and she earned his praise with her genius arrangement of “Bohemian Rhapsody”. The surviving members of Queen loved it so much they put a link to it on their Twitter. Angelina was eliminated after covering Elton John’s “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”. Angelina’s family refused to sign any agreement with AGT. Angelina, before age 14, had covered more than 130 songs from 80 different artists, spanning at least 8 genres, all of which are available on KZbin. Angelina has always made changes to each song she covers and often her version is preferred over the original. On KZbin, search on The Complete Works of Angelina Jordan as Rusty Shackleford has put all songs in one file and has a complete playlist in the description of that video. The pandemic hit shortly after her performances on AGT and likely caused a change of plans by her family, most notably her Uncle Michael who is her manager. Her family agreed to a contract with Republic Records in August 2020. Republic Records declared Angelina Jordan their highest priority new artist. Reportedly her family requested Republic to allow her as normal a childhood as possible and therefore have yet to fully promote her. During the pandemic, Angelina was often seen buying meals for the homeless on the streets of Los Angeles. In November 2020, Angelina released “Million Miles” which she wrote after the passing of her beloved maternal grandfather. She dedicated the song to anyone who has ever lost a loved one. Angelina had previously released, 3 other original songs: “What is Life”, “Oslo” and “Shield” In April 2021, her original “7th Heaven” was released. A jazzy, danceable, inspiring song. Angelina has posted numerous short performances on Tik Tok and Instagram. Angelina had concerts in Norway in July 2022. In December 2022, Angelina performed at the Asian American Awards in Los Angeles. On 2/27/23, Angelina performed at the FIFA Awards ceremony in Paris, France, with a viewing audience in the millions. On May 5th, 2023, Angelina released her original "Love Don't Let Me Go". On July 23th she released her orginal EP “Old Enough”. Angelina perform Concert at the Music Hall in Portsmouth New Hampshire on Sept 22nd, 2023. It Was a great concert, who was not and could regret it, a big mistake. On 10/27/23 she released her new orginal singiel “Our Time”. In November 2023, she was presented as a debutante at Le Bal des débutantes in Paris. On 12/08/23 she released new Marry Christmas EP “Driving Home for Christmas”. On 12/10/23 she sing in Oslo at the Nobel Peace Prize Celebration - Unchained Melody tribute to 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi. On february 29, 2024 she had two concerts in Las Vegas, Nevada,on the Elvis stage.

[@AleksReacts]

That's an extensive list of achievements for one so young. Thank you for sharing!

[@gerardadegroof]

Thank you great reaction Angelina is amazing

[@AleksReacts]

Definitely agree there. 😊

[@steinarhatlen2622]

You just discovered my favorite singer on Planet Earth.

[@AleksReacts]

Although I never had one favorite, I can say that this performance is masterful. I'll gladly listen to/react to more. 😊

[@9Ballr]

Great reaction. I can tell you're going to be blown away by Angelina again and again.

[@AleksReacts]

Here's hoping that's what will happen. It only means I'll enjoy reacting to her. ❤

[@leslielabs4450]

Welcome to the world of the Barefoot Princess. It’s a lovely, lovely place.

[@AleksReacts]

I'll be exploring it for a while, for sure.

[@Mister.315]

Welcome to the wonderful world of Angelina Jordan's Magical Music. 18 years old and already a 13 year studio recording veteran. An extremely unique artist and person. Self trained jazz artist from recordings of the classic greats. But this girl can sing anything and has been able to for years. Pick an age and be amazed. Thanks for reacting to our barefoot princess.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! Happy to have found her. I'll go back to her at 7, I think that's far enough if I don't want to start with a heart attack. 😂

[@hans-georgschroter7887]

I have to admit, I listen to her every day and don't miss any other artists, because she has a very wide range of music from the days when I was younger and her own written music are always bangers. But the best is to see her Life. She's has the charisma that makes you hypnotized 😵‍💫 and you don't want to wake up 😮🎉❤

[@AleksReacts]

I admit I like her. Now there is a reason to get to know her. 😉

[@hans-georgschroter7887]

@@AleksReacts you listen to her recent performance and may want to see the other side of her music stuff with nearly 250 songs now over the years. She started in public with the audition of NGT at the age of 7 y performing the notorious Song of Billie holiday Gloomy Sunday. She got viral in a few weeks with over 5 million views and won the competition in a landslide after 4 amazing performances

[@AleksReacts]

Gloomy Sunday is probably the next one I'll react to. Everyone's mentioned it. 😊

[@ronraskind]

Norwegian born Angelina Jordan began singing at the age of one and a half, and by age three was listening to jazz and classics legends on repeat. Her grandmother was her greatest influence, but Angelina chose her own path. Her first studio performance was at age 7, singing I Who Have Nothing. She won Norway's Got Talent at the age of only 8, singing old time classics from Billie Holliday and George Gershwin, and became one of the youngest ever vocalists to win an international Got Talent Show! Her performance at 9 years old of Screamin Jay Hawkins, I Put a Spell on You is considered one of the finest recordings ever of a 9-year-old vocalist! Angelina also went viral on America's Got Talent the champions in 2020 with her unique versions of Bohemian Rhapsody and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. Angelina sings in English which unbelievably is her third language! She is a true prodigy. She is now 18, and has recorded a huge library of songs, including covers and several originals. A major attraction to Angelina's music is the emotion and attitude she conveys, although she has not experienced the life events! She is known as the barefoot princess of 1,000 voices as she can adjust her tone, style, and register for any song or genre. She was signed by Republic Records when she was 14. She was not widely promoted for a few years, as her family wanted to allow her a normal childhood. However, things are changing rapidly as she has now graduated school. She has released two original music video singles from Republic Records, Love Don't Let Me Go, and Now I'm the Fool, coinciding with her new six song EP called Old Enough. The four other songs have been released as visualizers. A world tour is in the works, likely to coincide with her full album release. Here is a semi-chronological KZbin playlist for Angelina of over 200 songs, beginning with 16 performances including originals, her EP, and a few specialty songs. Then it starts chronologically beginning with Gloomy Sunday from Norway's Got Talent. kzbin.info/aero/PL2v8kgVeo4EbQD6l_WAVjOfItquzW7oEc&si=HrEm55lV164yKJqu Why does Angelina sing barefoot? The answer may bring a tear to your eye. It is related to a promise she made to herself and to the world when she was only 6 years old. She was traveling in the Middle East with her mom and grandmother and they came across a young orphan girl with no shoes and scarred feet. Angelina gave the girl her own favorite shoes. Angelina ask the girl what she wanted to be when she grew up and she said a doctor, but she could not because she had to take care of her siblings. She asked Angelina the same question and Angelina said I want to sing for the world. The young girl said she would pray for Angelina. Since then, Angelia has forever performed barefoot as a reminder of all those less fortunate. At age 9 she wrote a book about this experience, Between two Hearts, becoming the youngest ever published author in Norway. She also has helped raise millions for children's charities. She even stated at 8 years old that she would be donating her winnings from Norway's Got Talent to charities. She is a special individual, and one you cannot follow without developing an emotional bond. Angelina captures hearts because she is humble and has compassion for humanity. She is a messenger of love, light, and hope, wrapped in a blanket of humbleness and humility. Her stated goal from childhood was to sing for the world and spread love and peace. I trust this will cause you to embrace her as millions of others have, and that you will continue down the rabbit hole from which you will not want to escape. Peace and love.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you for sharing more about Angelina. Truth be told, for now I'd like to hear more of her music and I've added the list you shared among so many suggestions that came up in the last couple of hours. I'll take it one at a time and slowly get to know this young lady from Norway. 😊

[@ronraskind]

@@AleksReacts It is a deep rabbit hole and one you will be glad you entered.

[@pjg58x]

Angelina has been called an old soul since her appearance on Norway’s Got Talent at age 7. She won, turning 8 by the end of the show. She also received the Golden Buzzer at age 13 on America’s Got Talent the Champions.

[@AleksReacts]

Well, it doesn't come as surprise, given this performance. She's definitely different...

[@Membwayne]

She's a powerhouse for sure, and you're right about her vintage soul. She has said that if there were no Billie Holiday there would be no Angelina Jordan. The first thing I saw from her was the Screamin' Jay Hawkins song "I Put a Spell On You", and instead of doing a cover of a cover, she went back to his version and IMPROVED it! She was 9 at the time. So prepare yourself for repeatedly witnessing the impossible.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I've added it to the list and I'll be sure to get to it. ❤

[@donnaphillips5255]

It is good to finish out all of Angelinas videos as there is always a surprise ending

[@AleksReacts]

Should I have listened to this to the very end? I thought it was done...

[@claudest-gelais8456]

@@AleksReacts Just Toby Gad saying "that's it" and talking about a now past concert of his June 20. But many of her other videos have something special at the end. You'll see what we mean 🙂

[@lightbearer7552]

Great reaction Aleks , she has hints of all the greatest singers over the last 100years blended, angelinarised and elevated into the kaleidoscope of creativity and musicality that she is , the elite storyteller, with the unmatched innate profound feeling that pours out of her since she was a tot, she is a breathe of fresh air, she doesn't fit into any box but she will blow the lid off all of them and continue to pioneer her art that comes first to her not showing off , we love AJ look forward to more.💜👣😇

[@AleksReacts]

Loved her myself and you said what I wanted to say, only better! Thank you! ❤

[@MarkHughson]

Welcome to the world of Angelina Jordan. She has been singing with this incredible artistry since she was 7 years old. You will really enjoy listening to AJ from her earlier years. This is a great follow up to If I Were A Boy (Piano Diaries) with Toby Gad. If these are examples of the music they are going to produce together then we are in for a real treat in September.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! If her original music will sound like this, you're right. That will be a treat. 😊

[@joeedley3936]

Most people get introduced to her with I Put a Spell on You, the b&w version when she was 9. It is a killer arrangement, which she created, with a dynamite band. You might want to try that next. But if you want a nuanced performance, which shows a very different side of her, and different voice, watch her 2023 Nobel Peace Prize performance of Unchained Melody. But about the context of the song choice first, honoring a mother impridoned in Iran, who hasnt seen her kids in years. It will add meaning and give you an understanding of the depth of her empathy. Also, this is now the DEFINITIVE performance of that song.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I've jotted down both suggestions, but will most likely go back in time for the next one. Since I started at the end, I might just jump back to the beginning. Also, I try to stay away from war related topics as it's too much of a reminder of my childhood spent in a civil war and after escaping that one and becoming a refugee, ended up in the next one under air strikes and bombs. Thanks, but that's more than enough war for me. More than enough for one lifetime, if you ask me... I'd rather stick to less painful topics, if I can. Please do not get me wrong. You couldn't have known, but I really don't want to evoke some memories.

[@poolhallshark]

@@AleksReacts Hello, Aleks. I read your comment and just thought I'd elaborate a little, to see if can somehow change how you think about it. After all, the context is not war related. The Nobel Peace Prize concert was honoring the winner, Narges Mohammadi. Narges is an Iranian women's rights advocate, and she has been sentenced to 35 years in jail for it. In addition to roughly 130 lashes. Angelina's grandmother, and also Angelina's biggest inspiration in life, Mery Zamani, is ALSO Iranian, (hence Angelina's features despite having Scandinavian parents and being born and raised in Norway) and you have to imagine that this performance was very important for Angelina and her family. Narges has a twin son and daughter the exact same age as Angelina, and she hasn't seen them for many years. Now her children live in France with their uncle, but they received the prize in their mother's place, and they came to Oslo for the concert. They sat only a few meters away from Angelina during the performances, and it must have been very emotional for them. Taking this information into account, you see that the choice of song couldn't have been much better. And the same can definitely be said about Angelina's performance. The level of dignity, elegance and grace you see from this at the time 17 year old girl is simply incredible. Many of her fans say that it is her best performance to date, and I would really LOVE if you could find the time to react to it 🙂 At the same time, I absolutely respect your reasons as you described in your reply. Btw, this performance made Angelina the first artist younger than 18 to perform on the Nobel Peace Prize concert twice, the first time was when she was 8. At age 7 Angelina said in an interview that her biggest dream was to perform at the concert, so she is definitely making her dreams come true! Lastly, just some additional information about her grandmother and Angelina's biggest influence in life, Mery Zamani. Born in Iran, Mery was considered a child prodigy herself, excelling in writing and painting. She went to Japan to study art, and here she met Angelina's maternal grandfather, who also had a big influence on Angelina. Mery did the illustrations for Angelina's book called "Mellom To Hjerter" (Between Two Hearts), which was released when Angelina was 9 years old. The book made Angelina Norway's youngest published author by the way 🙂 In the book Angelina talks about the reason why she ALWAYS performs barefoot on stage, honoring a young girl she met in the middle east when she was 6. (Her performance of Bad Valentine is maybe the only one you where you will see her with her shoes on. The reason was sanitary rules at the venue, preventing her from being barefooted. That stage was also the stage where Adele, Angelina's biggest idol among the contemporary artists, was discovered. ) THIS is the point where I realize that I have to stop writing...LOL I could have gone on for another 10 hours🤣 Much love from Norway again ♥♥♥♥♥

[@stevenhambek846]

@@AleksReactsyou definitely understand Angelina after one visit to her. I’m already convinced that your feelings for her will grow. Please consider me a loyal supporter and subscriber to your channel. Thank you so much for revealing your history and i hope Angelina will bring some healing and joy to your heart,soul and spirit.😊❤❤❤

[@AleksReacts]

Oh, thank you for this!!! ❤ I needed that explanation, or it's possible that I could have never watched that performance and I'm already told by others as well that it's one of her best. We all have our baggage, I just try to keep as far away from mine. A lot of what you wrote here is either very interesting or impressive. Personally, I tend to make my decisions only on the performance, even though I do take in all the information around it. Your clarification will help me do that without too much external influence.

[@poolhallshark]

@@AleksReacts 😊👍👍🙏

[@brucecumming8803]

I think Angelina is like a huge space rocket with engines lit rumbling on the space pad just before lift off. She isn't that well known yet but everyone will know about her soon.

[@AleksReacts]

Obviously not yet, as managed to completely miss the young lady. Based on this one song, she's a serious talent!

[@JohnMeyer-ur5eq]

Nice reaction. She is said to have 1000 voices and if you go back and listen to her, ages 6 to present, she fits her voice to the song.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I'll be going back, bit by bit. 🙂

[@royjohansen7472]

❤️ your reaction and Welcome to Angelina’s World, 👍🥰❤️ from one of her Angels

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! Glad I finally decided to pay attention. ❤

[@larrypifer1103]

This is Angelina Jordan the most extraordinary storyteller in my lifetime. Unchained Melody Nobel Peace Prize Dec. 2023 Unchained Melody (AJ, at the age of 17 performed at the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony December 2023 in Oslo, Norway) I watched as Angelina Jordan stepped onto the stage, her presence commanding attention. The room hushed, anticipation hanging in the air like a delicate thread. She stood there, a young girl with an old soul, ready to weave magic with her voice. As the first notes of "Unchained Melody" filled the room, time seemed to slow. Angelina's voice wrapped around each word, infusing them with a depth that transcended mere lyrics. It was as though the song had been written for her, and her alone. The audience held its breath as she sang. Her voice soared, reaching heights that touched the heavens. The pain and longing in her eyes mirrored the emotions in the song-the heartache, the yearning. It was more than a performance; it was a revelation. The chorus came, and Angelina's voice swelled, filling every corner of the room. " Oh, my love, my darling I've hungered, hungered for your touch," she sang, and suddenly, we all felt the real meaning of the words. The magic in her performance was like nothing we had ever experienced in our lives. The lyrics came alive and had meaning as they flowed through us. In that moment, Angelina Jordan became a vessel for something greater-an embodiment of love itself. Her voice carried us beyond our own pain and loneliness. We felt connected-to her, to each other, to something intangible yet profound. As she held that final note, time snapped back into place. The applause erupted-a thunderous acknowledgment of what we had just witnessed. But it wasn't just applause; it was gratitude-for allowing us to glimpse love and longing through Angelina's eyes. And so, we stood there, hearts full, tears in our eyes. Angelina Jordan had given us something rare-a reminder that love exists even in our brokenness. And for those few minutes, we believed it with every fiber of our being.

[@AleksReacts]

As soon as I manage to forget what it was related to in that particular performance, as I've been informed, I will be able to listen to it. In the meantime, I'll be going back in time a bit. Thank you for sharing your view of that performance!

[@larrypifer1103]

@@AleksReacts Thank you for your reaction to AJ, the greatest thing to happen to music in my 77 orbits around the sun. Over 4 Billion Views On Facebook Over 1.8 Billion Views on KZbin as of Feb 20, 2023 Angelina Jordan is taking the universe by storm.

[@AleksReacts]

I am more and more glad I did. Her audience is again a bunch of lovely people. I seem to keep getting suggestions for the nicest artists with the nicest audience. 😊

[@claudest-gelais8456]

You said exactly what I've been saying all along: "She's not even trying". Boy are you in for an incurable addiction in the coming months if you dare to dig deeper.🥰

[@AleksReacts]

I will be digging deeper. Material provided already and it's only been 1.5h since I posted this. I got stuff to react to for months to come and believe me when I say: I sure will. ❤

[@claudest-gelais8456]

@@AleksReacts Great to hear. New sub then😄.

[@AleksReacts]

No rush, take your time and decide. I am doing the same. One singer at a time. 😉

[@larrypifer1103]

The stars and planets aligned when Angelina Jordan was born. The journey of an artist can indeed be profoundly affected by their socioeconomic background. Angelina Jordan's financial stability has arguably given her the freedom to explore and express her creativity without the immediate pressure of financial survival. The most profound individual in AJ’s life, according to her, is her grandmother, Mery Zamani, artist/poet extraordinaire who’s knowledge, wealth and genius have tutored AJ, and cultivated her unbelievable talent. This is a luxury not afforded to all artists, and the music industry is replete with stories of immensely talented individuals who have faced immense pressure to succeed financially. This pressure can sometimes lead to a tragic struggle with substance abuse, as seen in the cases of Whitney Houston and Amy Winehouse. Their legacies serve as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of the immense pressures of fame and success in the music industry. It's a complex tapestry where talent, personal circumstances, and external pressures interweave to shape an artist's career and personal life.

[@AleksReacts]

Someone mentioned Angelina's integrity. I very much hope she never lets go of that. That is one of the greatest riches one may have. In any industry. It keeps us true to ourselves and relieves pressure related to what others think or how they see us or even what they expect of us. I can tell you from personal experience that as long as a person has a roof over their head, food in the belly, clothes on their back and finally love and health in their life, they should count themselves lucky. We both have a computer and Internet and time to use it - we're practically rich. 🤣 Long term financial stability is a great thing to strive for, even better to achieve and I am not knocking it at all, I'm just saying that the basics and some love are something we should all not worry so much about money. It comes and goes, like the tides. Real happiness does not depend on a lot of money or great financial success. It does however depend on having just enough to ensure those basics, having integrity and some luck in love and health. 😉

[@larrypifer1103]

@@AleksReacts My point is Angelina Jordan does not have to sing to survive, she simply loves to perform. Angelina Jordan is indeed an extraordinary talent and a remarkable individual. Her dedication to perfecting her craft, despite her early success, speaks volumes about her passion and work ethic. It's truly inspiring to see someone so young achieve so much and still remain grounded and compassionate. Her contributions to charities highlight her genuine care for others and her desire to make a positive impact on the world. She is a wonderful role model for many.

[@AleksReacts]

I understood your point and again I am very happy that Angelina has learned from an early age to be aware of that fact and to stay true to herself. All I wanted to point out is that the others mentioned (like Whitney Houston or Amy Winehouse) also didn't have to meet a very sad end. I know it's hard to fight against the relentless music industry and it's not easy to cope with fame, but I hope that due to her lucky stars and her personality Angelina will always be able to decide her own path.

[@jeffthebeeguy]

She covered every artist you mentioned--crazy and magnificently as well. Grew up with all the Jazz greats as well as Amy, Whitney, Adele, Elvis. When she was much younger she stated that if there was no Billie Holiday there would be no Angelina Jordan. There is so much material she has done and from the age of 7 most of it is just mind blowing. She just gobbled up everything she listened to and it became part of her incredible color palette that she painted songs with. It is like you took all the greats and put them in a pot, mixed them together, poured them in a mold and that mold became Angelina. The best way I, as other have put it is that she is music. You can see the transformation of her when she sings and I truly believe for that moment she literally becomes the music. Never seen anyone like her nor the effect she has on others---no one can express a song like her. You have a wonderfully fulfilling journey ahead of you should you choose to take it. If you do, welcome.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you, Jeff! Oh, I will be taking the journey, as she has impressed me. If you choose to join me, you're welcome too. 😊

[@jeffthebeeguy]

@@AleksReacts subscribed. We all wish we could repeat our journeys---you are the closest thing there is to that wish.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you, I hope you'll enjoy it with me.😊

[@OleOlson121]

Angelina Jordan The Barefoot Princess of Jazz! My list. Some of her best.in chronological order. IMO Her first song recorded was Whitney Houston 'I Will Always Love You'? at 18 months. Angelina is the Grand Master of Jazz! She could teach a Master Class at 8 years old. Summertime' George Gershwin kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJ_Td6Z5g7CtfMk 8 yrs old Winning performance on Norway’s Got Talent. 'What a Difference a Day Makes' kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnnRnImbrdmih9ksi=x0E98d9rbQdjzsSW 8 yrs old after having won Norway’s Got Talent. My Fav of all performances when she was young. 'Fly Me to the Moon' on the View kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHOqfoRvgN1snw 8 yrs old My Fav of her dozen+ performances ‘I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus’ with an interview with Angelina, her Mom Sarah & sister Juliette. 8 yrs. old. - TV2 - December 25, 2014 kzbin.info/www/bejne/np7OhmugpceWpsk 'I Put a Spell on You' Screamin Jay Hawkins 1956 Angelina 9 yrs old goes Beast Mode! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKipnaJ5hb2tedU ‘It's a Man's World’ - Angelina Jordan and Forsvarets Stabsmusikkorps - Oslo - 16.06.2018 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnbQaKd9p898gc0 Power unsurpassed! ‘I'd Rather Go Blind Etta James’ 1968 kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6uZnaVra9CUatE ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3eTe4lobduagtk. 13 yrs old Queen responded "Wow, What a rendition" and gave her the copyright to her Performance! Angelina Jordan's rise to stardom! - “When You Believe” . kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYC7n3quhZZgqpY You should also take a look at the original here kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3LPh61_bZJonrM Amy Winehouse 'Back to Black' Improvised lyrics. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpO7hn6whN10ebc She finished rewriting the song to be age appropriate on the way to the recording 'Valerie'. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaLQe3-hnNBlf80 on Venice beach with little sister backup dancer! 'Easy On Me' Adele. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6HaZoRta82Kjac rec ently. Miley Cyrus 'Nothing Breaks Like a Heart'. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHuclqhtpqecrbM Like I said she can sing anything like this little Country Ballad! '7th Heaven' kzbin.info/www/bejne/mH6bda2Dh8ecf8U. 2nd original release from Republic Records original studio version 15 yrs old last year. ‘Suspicious Minds’ Elvis Presley kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIXFfJuhmMqFZpI July 20, 2022 She graduates this past spring and is already releasing her first originals from her upcoming all original EP. ‘Love Don’t Let Me Go’ kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4aZiIyVr52Jq5o Angelina Jordan - Now I'm The Fool (Official Video). kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnO7dImPlJKFo7csi=NTGntnAskHhLe5FZ Angelina Jordan - If I Were A Boy (Official Music Video) May 16, 2024 kzbin.info/www/bejne/laOtXnuiqLmmr68si=OzslTk8Psb-FUlVp Angelina Jordan (18) BAD VALENTINE Toby Gad LIVE Hotel Cafe JESSE & FRIENDS May 16, 2024 kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4XNq5uGiLuaq8Usi=h1fhBs3vdUNf3P7p Any one of them will blow you away! Guaranteed! ❤👣

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you for all the suggestions! Ok, this took a while to write up into my list, so I'm a bit late responding to all the comments. All of these sound tempting, dare I say that the Miley Cyrus cover sounds like the most interesting one along with the baby Angelina singing Whitney Houston's song. Many of these I will most certainly get to, but I do need to ask for patience. 😊

[@larrypifer1103]

Toby Gad, and AJ have written a new song!**** The collaboration between Toby Gad and Angelina Jordan has sparked excitement with the announcement of their new original song "Bad Valentine." The anticipation for its release is high, especially after their recent performance at the Hotel Cafe. While the exact release date has not been officially announced, fans eagerly await the new material, which promises to showcase Jordan's unique vocal talents alongside Gad's renowned songwriting skills. Their previous work together, coupled with Jordan's powerful rendition of "If I Were a Boy," suggests that "Bad Valentine" will be another significant addition to her growing repertoire. The music community is abuzz with speculation and enthusiasm for this upcoming release.

[@AleksReacts]

Still like Bad Valentine better than Beyonce's If I Were a Boy, which I also think is a good song. I wonder how much good music Toby Gad and Angelina are yet to make.

[@rburkett1939]

@@AleksReacts, she defiantly upgraded “If I were a Boy” you may like her take on it.

[@AleksReacts]

@rburkett1939 You were right, I did like her take on it. 😊

[@ysteindrge8394]

Her voice control is amazing. So good♥️

[@AleksReacts]

I really think the whole thing just comes naturally to her. 😊

[@tadeostodullo4587]

You have "fallen" the Angels (this is what admirers of AJ's musical talent and others are called), and there are hundreds of thousands of them around the world. I have a feeling you'll be joining them soon. 😀😀😀😀😀

[@AleksReacts]

Easy does it. Me want to hear more, me quiet until I do. 😉

[@sonnythorelli-hw7rj]

Welcome to the rabbit hole. There is no end to what Angelina with the tousend voices can sing. When she open her mouth you get hooked up instantly. You’ll find many favorites, covers or own.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you. I will explore more.

[@ronraskind]

Thanks for your great reaction! Toby Gad has written Grammy award-winning songs for such artists as Beyoncé, John Legend, Kelly Clarkson, Fergie, Demi Lovato, and many others. He has taken Angelina under his wing and this is their first original song to be released together. There are others in the works. No question that this song is created to display all of the best of Angelina's capabilities. It is likely that Toby co-wrote the song, but Angelina exudes grit and passion that is written on her face, and expressed in her vocals. It is she who brings this masterpiece to life! There is no question that this is the opportunity that Angelina has long anticipated. When Bad Valentine is officially released, it will surely launch her career to the next level! Peace.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! Toby knows what he's doing, I'd say. However, Angelina made this song what it is. She is also the one who captured my attention. He seems nice and seems to have a cool sense of humor, but she is exceptional.

[@ronraskind]

I agree with you fully and it is pretty much what I indicated in my comment 🙂

[@AleksReacts]

Yeah, noticed that. 😉

[@bobanderson9141]

Her latest is "If I Were A Boy." She got the attention of the people with Bohemian Rhapsody on Amer Got Talent

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you, both added to the queue.

[@joyceuglow1767]

The POWER

[@AleksReacts]

The effortlessness of it...

[@joyceuglow1767]

@@AleksReacts Always! You'll see it in EVERYTHING she sings!

[@pontusosterlin1966]

Thank you for this reaction. Youre great ❤ and said it all.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it!

[@larrypifer1103]

A&R (Artists and repertoire) Rob Christie Republic Records Studio Director at Universal Music Group Manhattan Beach, California is Angelina's A&R person, and he has been working with AJ since she signed with the largest record company in the world at the age of 14, four years ago. Rob was the MC of AJ Christmas Show that aired Dec 23, of 21. AJ’s Christmas Show that live-streamed on Dec 23 of 21 had some of the most important musicians of our time: Frank Sinatra's drummer for 6 years, and sun in-law of the late Henry Mancini, Greg Field has won 9 Grammys, and the bass player, Chuck Berghofer who also played for Sinatra for 6 years, and toured with Barbara Streisand, accompanied AJ on her Christmas Show, and they stated that she had the "storytelling ability of the greats, Streisand, Fitzgerald, Vaughan, including Sinatra, to name a few. The main pianist, a five-time nominated for Grammys, Shelly Berg, stated in all his years working with the greatest vocalist, he had never encountered a talent like AJ. Did I forget to mention Jimmy Z, the famous Sax Player who worked with Rod Steward, Etta James, the Eurythmics, and Doctor Dre, was part of the band for the show? Jimmy stated that AJ was the best he has ever played for. Rob Christie Republic Records Studio Director at Universal Music Group Manhattan Beach, California played the guitar, and was the MC of the show. (I can't list the complete backgrounds on all the band members because it would take several pages to do them justice.) Angelina stated that she would rather perform than take a breath, and she has never been forced to perform, it has been her decision. AJ now lives in West Hollywood in Los Angeles, where the record company Republic Records has built a separate music studio for her. She states, "I feel incredibly lucky to have been signed by one of the biggest record companies in the world. I have my own studio where I make my own music. There will also be a lot of concerts in the future because I have released an EP. I will soon go on a world tour and play my songs, (This was stated to TV2 in Norway on Aug. 21, 2023)

[@AleksReacts]

I am indeed happy for her - she can certainly make a good living doing exactly what she loves to do and be respected for it. That's the dream, whether we are carpenters, CEOs, or singers. 😊

[@larrypifer1103]

Summer breeze, or typhoon, AJ performances have the gravity of Jupiter. Angelina Jordan's musical prowess is evident in her dynamic range of performances. Her collaboration with Toby Gad on the song "Bad Valentine" showcases her ability to deliver powerful vocals that resonate with her audience. Meanwhile, her restrained performance at the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony highlights her versatility and sensitivity to the context of the event. Jordan's ability to convey deep emotion through her music, whether it's the raw energy of "Bad Valentine" or the poignant subtlety of "Unchained Melody" performed at the Nobel tribute, allows listeners to experience a profound connection to her artistry. Her performances are not just about vocal talent but are a testament to her understanding of the power of music as a universal language of human expression.

[@AleksReacts]

I am yet to find out more. Hope you'll enjoy some of the reactions (or even all, which would be cooler). 😉

[@beachbumseaglass]

Wow have you been missing out ! Her first performance on here is when she was 6 yrs old. Yup, six. Go watch it. Shes adorable, until she opens her mouth. 🤯 Thanks for the reaction 👍🏻❤️

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I know by now, so I'll be watching more. ❤

[@musicluvr70]

@@AleksReacts, kzbin.info/www/bejne/haWznKt-m8SlZq8

[@AleksReacts]

It's already a very long list, but I add each song suggested. It will take a lot of time, but I will try to hear most of them.

[@tracireed5028]

Welcome aboard the ride of your life 🎉❤

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you, will gladly embark. ❤

[@marvinboswell3820]

Enjoyed your reaction. Angelina is one of the greatest young singers

[@AleksReacts]

Still a lot more for me to hear, as I understand ❤️

[@Sweetpea4575]

You know your music! You precisely nailed her voice and many of her influences. Lucky that you tuned in on the cusp of her worldwide explosion. You’ll be able to say you knew about her before, esp if you spend time sampling her vast catalog 12 years in the making. Peace ✌️

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! I am happy that I found her, whenever it is. At this age, I'm totally over "doing something before it was cool", so as long as she keeps making songs as good as this one, I'll gladly listen to more.

[@larrypifer1103]

You Don’t Own Me (AJ at 12 years of age was asked by Quincy Jones to open the show with "Fly Me To The Moon" for his 85th birthday in the 02 Areana in London in June of 2018.) remember when Leslie Gore released this in the 60's, but it was not even close to AJ's cover. Lesley Gore and producer Quincy Jones at work in the studio. The two collaborated on "You Don't Own Me" and a handful of other 1960s hits. I hope everyone knows the contribution Quincy Jones has made to the music industry. Don't forget: On 27 June 2018, Jordan at the age of 12 was asked by QJ to performed "Fly Me to the Moon" and she opened for Quincy Jones in The O2 Arena in London, as part of his 85th birthday celebration. In 2019, Quincy told Angelina that she is the biggest thing since Michael Jackson Angelina Jordan (12) - Fly Me To The Moon - O2 Arena - 2018 - YouTub

[@AleksReacts]

I've known the song You Don't Own Me since forever, but believe it or not, had no clue who sang it. Good to find things out sometimes.😊 I've also heard of Quincy Jones, so many times, but again, to this day don't know much about him except the name and that he's somehow a big name in the entertainment industry. Of course, we all have google, so I see Frank Sinatra and Michael Jackson worked with him, along with many others, but this was me skimming his Wiki page. I do know both of these songs though, without even remembering where from, and I'd love to hear her versions of them, so I went ahead and added them to the list. Thank you!

[@CarlD70]

Yes Aleks...you have been missing out on one of the greatest vocalists on the planet for the past 10 years. Loved your reaction. You shall find out in the comments just how deep this rabbit hole is with Angelina. We "angels" are several several million strong, likely one of the largest fan bases you will find. Hope you will continue.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much - I am glad you liked it! I have already learned that she has: 1. A huge fan base 2. Seemingly made up of only polite, intelligent and pleasant people (a great thing to achieve) 3. Very passionate followers It will be a pleasure to hear more of her work, she's already left an impression and it's only been one song. ❤

[@poolhallshark]

​@@AleksReacts❤❤❤

[@TroyArchAngel]

Yeap she is the rawest talent in the world right now. This is "Live" and raw with no cheats, like the fashion today. If this is your first listen, you just stumbled on the best vocalist/songwriter on the planet at the moment. As a big fan I am not being bias when I say this, she is really the best we have right now. She makes it look so easy, at 18 years old.

[@AleksReacts]

We certainly agree on this: "She makes it look so easy, at 18 years old." 😊

[@TroyArchAngel]

@@AleksReacts You will probably agree on everything I said, the more you watch and listen.

[@cm0355]

Subscribed..Everyone who reacts to our angel Angelina will has my subscription to the channel immy…thanks for the reaction to the best female singer in the world nowadays…👍👏

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I do hope you enjoyed the reaction as much as we both seem to have enjoyed Angelina's performance. 😊

[@mikehaun5690]

Three hours, 609 views and 131 comments! You have just barely scratched the surface with Angelina's talent. She is the real deal! Angie will surprise you and mesmerize you time after time, no matter her age or the genre. You were spot on with your assessment of her influences, with the exception of Billie Holiday, Angie's stated major influence.

[@AleksReacts]

Honestly, all I've been doing since this was published is hoping that I will be able to keep up with the comments. 😂 Thank you! I keep repeating to myself "How could you not mention Billie Holiday" I mean, I love her as much as the others I did mention and they are simply artists she reminded me of. I wasn't even thinking about her influences, more like who she made me remember. 😊 This road will be fun, if a bit overwhelming, but fun nonetheless.

[@mikehaun5690]

@@AleksReacts Make it fun, Aleks! You had an insightful first reaction and the (lengthy) comments came pouring in. Don't feel pressured to comment to everyone, and just do things your way. Honestly, any AJ song you choose will not disappoint.

[@AleksReacts]

It is fun, just a bit of a shock! I promised that I will reply to all as long as I can and I will. Each comment is a pleasure to read, everyone is so nice and kind. I know that at some point it will become impossible to reply to each one, but I will then at least acknowledge that I read them. To me interacting with you is as fun as doing the reaction - I'm an outgoing person, can't help it.🤣

[@alainmoussat9684]

Merci pour votre réaction, bienvenue dans le monde d'Angelina.

[@AleksReacts]

Merci pour votre commentaire et pour votre accueil! Glad to have found her world. 😊

[@I_scribbles]

Hey Aleks, welcome to the Journey! Meet your new favorite singer. That one thing you were missing in your life is now here. Angelina will bring you those things you've long seeked in music. 2 channels, Official and Cover* 200+ songs spanning 12 years. Every bit of her music since the age of six is well worth a listen. And you just raddled off just a few of the great singers Angelina embodies into her soul so she can sing right into your soul and for those moments in Angelina time, nothing else matters. ENJOY 0 =)

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! Again, don't hate me, but there is no such thing as the one and only for me. There is the one I respect, enjoy, admire and believe their performances. Based on this song, Angelina is one of those. I have asked people to subscribe to her official channel, I didn't know about the other and also I tend to focus on the primary one for each artist. I also appreciate you doing that in the comments - without Angelina, there'd be no reaction to Angelina.

[@I_scribbles]

@AleksReacts over 90% of her music is from her Official Cover channel. Her grandma has her own channel too, you will learn about Mery. She is an Iranian artist and poet and filmmaker. She filmed most of Angelina's life since she was 18 months old and started to sing, like actually sing, with a 🎤. Don't worry this videos and documentaries so there's proof. By the age of two, she was addicted to the classics of Jazz music and self learned from the best. Ever since she has worked atleast 6 hrs a day on her music perfection. Sings in multiple languages, genres and music eras. Plus she loves the guitar and piano although trained in other classic instruments. Her family is very tight and protective, even more protective than we Angels. They have kept Angelina in a good balance growing up making sure nothing happened to her. They turned every company down from age 7 to 14 until she found her home who has given her everything she wants and needs. She controls her destiny and music. The label is there to enjoy one of the greatest to come along Ina century. In fact, her main piano guy is one of the execs at Republic/Sony/Universal. She is one many have been waiting for to bring music back to where it once was.

[@AleksReacts]

This is the best part: "She controls her destiny and music." ❤

[@I_scribbles]

@AleksReacts yes! when she was young at age 7 on NGT one of the coaches told her to never let anyone tell her how you should sing. While another told her she IS music. She can't really be coached either as a prodigy she surpassed most instruction early on. But she has learned ways to keep her voice healthy. She arranges most all her music from early on. And now her studio built AJ her own private studio as she is learning to produce!

[@rw716]

Nice reaction! The piano player is Toby Gad and they are working together creating new music. This is some incredible news. Who is Toby Gad? Gad, a 3 time Grammy winner, is a German music producer and songwriter based in Los Angeles. He is known for co-writing songs including John Legend's biggest hit, "All of Me", the fifth-highest certified single in RIAA history, and for co-writing and producing "Big Girls Don't Cry" by Fergie and "If I Were a Boy" by Beyoncé. Other notable works include "Skyscraper" for Demi Lovato, "Who You Are" for Jessie J, "Untouched" for The Veronicas, "A Year Without Rain" for Selena Gomez & the Scene, "Don't Hold Your Breath" for Nicole Scherzinger, "Love You More" for JLS, and "I Do" for Colbie Caillat.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! Also thank you for explaining who Tobi Gad is. I have to say out of the songs you listed he worked on I only know All of Me and If I Were a Boy. Both good songs, but I personally prefer Bad Valentine to both of these. Can't say what I think of the others, as I've never heard them. I can say that this one I really, really liked. 😊

[@localnetsolutions]

AJ 's videos of her singing go back almost 17 years and she won Norways Got Talent at 8. For a young lady of 18 there is huge catalog of songs she has sung.

[@AleksReacts]

How, she'd be less than a year old 17 years ago?

[@michaelturner6605]

​@@AleksReactsAngelina's first recording was at 18 months old!

[@AleksReacts]

What on Earth?!... I won't ask anymore, I'll just go song by song, slowly...

[@a00tch00]

Wow!!! you are just impressive. Angelina sang songs (and you can find the videos) of every name you mentioned in your reaction, plus Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra......

[@AleksReacts]

You means she sang songs by Aretha, Nina and Ella??? Which ones???!!! AND Amy and Dinah?

[@a00tch00]

Aretha - A Natural Woman Acoustic (Aretha Franklin Tribute) (12 yrs old) Nina - Feeling good (10 ) Ella - Every Time We Say Goodbye (10) Amy - Back in Black (10), Valerie (12 ) Dinah - What Difference A Day Makes(8) Frank - Fly Me to The Moon (many times since 8) Billie - lots of songs since 7, including Gloomy Sunday and I'm Fool to Want You in Norway Got Talent. Just list some of them. And her cover of Adele’s songs is beyond words. Just like Adele wrote the songs for her.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! You've given me material for months to come! I really want to hear all of those. ❤

[@a00tch00]

You are welcome and and hope to see more Angelina's reactions in your channel soon. Just forgetted to mention Elvis, one of her mentor. Her cover of Suspicious Minds (15 or 16) is stunning, and lot's of Elvis' others songs such as Can't Help Falling in Love, It's Now or Never, Always on My Mind......

[@AleksReacts]

Please don't get mad at me, but I am not a fan of Elvis or Frank Sinatra. Neither of them just couldn't touch my heartstrings. Respect, yes. Love, not me. That being said, both of them had some great songs, it's just that I usually preferred it when someone else sang them. I know, blasphemy, but it's true....

[@AbbieCrescendo]

Loved your reaction, welcome. Kick back and enjoy this young lady, incredible accomplishments throughout her 10 yr career so far.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! Thanks also for the welcome - I intend to keep going. 😊

[@rogergraetzer5992]

Hi Aleks 👋 I am now a new subscriber to you and a big! Big! Angelina (fan) Angel 😇 and big Angelina "supporter"! Angelina call us all her Angels 😇 not her (Fans) that is special and unique👌😊! We Angels 😇 were speechless the first time we heard Angelina 😶 even me as a music lover 💖🎸 🎹 and singer 😮 Jazz 🎺 Gospel/Pop! for over 49 years,now 68 years young ! And we still are today! after 200 cover songs and 14 original and many Tik-Tok videos 😲 from AJ! Angelina never disappoints! She surprises us 😇again and again😊! Angelina has so many musical 🎶 layers in her voice 😲 so many text structures and riffs, and longer runs and very special melodic 🎶 scoops and melismas! She rounds off every song, every word 😯 harmoniously! with her unique phrasing! And her vibrato 🗣 is the same Whitney Houston was unique! Great Girl 👩😊! Whitney Houston was unique! and my favorite singer earlier how Elvis 🎸🕺Amy Winehouse, Michael Jackson, Our great barefoot👣 Princess 👰‍♀️ Angel 😇 and Queen 👸ofJazz 🎺 is fire 🔥🔥 and full of Power 💥💥 and Heartwarming ❤️‍🔥and full of old orphan 💯 years Soul ✨️💫✨️ voice 👸😲🎙! and the best female singer 😲 in this world 🌍 and Generation next "Dimash"! I Love 💖 everything about Angelina 😊! My AJ Angels😇 will tell you everything else about Angelina 😇 many have become good friends! through the love ♥️ for Angelina our Angel 😇 and Jazz👸🎺 Queen! "Steve Calaway, James Thiel, Chris Walker" great Angelina supporter and Me! all my friends! AJ is my Queen👸of my music world 🌍😊 ! Nobody out there has this musical 🎶 style! and these jazz 🎺 blues, scoops, riffs, runs, and long melismas in the voice 😲! This warmth 🔥soft, soulful 💫 power 💥 low, pure, natural, raspy 🗣 vocal fry emotional 💖 passion ❤️‍🔥old soul ✨️ voice 😲 like Angelina! "NOBODY "can get past Angelina 😊! BYE ALEKS THANKS FOR THE GREAT EMOTIONAL❤️‍🔥 REACTION AND COMMENTS 👍👌👏! Love 💖 and peace ✌️☮️ and kindness 😀 from Switzerland 🇨🇭🇨🇭🇨🇭👋🙋‍♂️😇👣👸😲🎙🎷🎻🎺🎸 🎹 ❤️‍🔥💖❤️🔥💥🌍 💎! Spread Love 💖 all time 😀! PS: Where are you going my little 👩 Angelina ?? Angelina Jordan's journey from a prodigious talent on Norway's Got Talent to an internationally recognized vocalist 👩😲 is indeed remarkable! At the tender age of seven, her soulful rendition of "Gloomy Sunday" captivated 💫✨️💥 audiences and went viral, setting the stage for a career that has only soared since! Her victory on the Norwegian 🇧🇻 show with George Gershwin's "Summertime" was just the beginning! Angelina's unique voice 👩😲 and barefoot 👣 performances, have become her signature, resonating with (Fans) Angels 😇 across the globe 🌍! Her commitment to her craft and her charitable efforts, alongside her artistic endeavors like the book "Mellom to 💞 hjerter," showcase a maturity beyond her years! With her move to the United States 🇺🇲 and a contract with Republic Records, shortly after turning 14, Angelina's star 🌟 continues to rise, and her destiny as the leading voice 👩😲🎙 of her generation seems all but assured 😊! Thank you a thousand times for the support, my fellow angel 😇 from Angelina!! our jazz queen👸 and angel 😇!! on her two You Tube channels 🙏 You will boost the algorithm! and your 👍👌 as well as Angelina's subscribers 👍👌! Thanks 🙏? She deserves it a thousand times over 😀!

[@rogergraetzer5992]

BYE THE WAY ALEKS "Angelina" now 18 years old and "Dimash" now 30 years old two true! real! loving ♥️! emotional❤️‍🔥! passionate💥 angels! 😇 😇who always tell a story when they sing like angels 😇 😇! with heart ♥️ and soul ✨️🌟 The 2 best singers in the world 🌍 😊!! Angelina is the best female jazz 🎷🎺🎸singer 👸 😲 🎙 She can sing all styles of music 🎶! And the best male singer 🤴😲🎙is Dimash! He sings the highest 😲 🎼 notes that can't be found on any piano 🎹 anymore! And very low too! Two true angels 😇😇 on earth 🌍😊!👋🙋‍♂️🇨🇭 love 💖 and peace ☮️✌️ and kindness 😊😀😃 from little beauty Switzerland 🇨🇭😊

[@rogergraetzer5992]

Hi Abbie my fellow AJ Angel 😇 thanks for your great words have a great time see you in the next Angelina Lifestream by Skakes P. Or TEESPICERREACTION BYE ABBIE 👋😊🇨🇭🙋‍♂️💖☮️✌️😀

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much for the lovely comment and for supporting this young lady. You're very welcome to this channel. I have to ask, as even though I am younger I do not speak emoji at all - how on earth did you learn?

[@dennisbransford1223]

Thank you, that was a great reaction please keep reacting to Angelina you do such a good job.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! Gladly, it's probably a good reaction because I liked her a lot. 😊

[@DarienLovesJazz]

She has covered Ella, Nina, Aretha & Amy in the past. Billie is her everything. She was born with Jazz flowing through her veins. Absolutely wonderful reaction! You are very insightful!

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you kindly! It is always a pleasure to receive such positive feedback. Keeps one going.

[@elmarwinkler6335]

Madam, she practices her voice since the age of 3,5 years old. Be safe and sound. Elmar from Germany

[@AleksReacts]

The first reaction I did , someone in the comments told me that. I've already learned a lot about her. She is amazing, truly. Greetings to Germany!

[@rvega60s]

Great way of putting it “ no mercy “😂🤣😆

[@AleksReacts]

Oh, I so believed her there. 😂 Not to mention I like that approach in a lady. 😉

[@johnvasi]

It’s not possible to describe how good Angelina is. You just have to listen, but here’s a fact: I’ve followed Angelina for about six years. I’ve thought she is the best singer I’ve ever heard for the past four years, but I’ve never heard this voice before. She’s called the girl with 1,000 voices for good reason. You said she’s 18 going on 45. There are many reactors who watched young Angelina and said she’s 9 going on 45. Since you seem to like the old school vibe of this song, you really must watch Angelina at 9 with her own arrangement of I Put a Spell on You. Here’s the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKipnaJ5hb2tedUsi=olgPegLVDQG6DucJ Your musical life changed today.

[@AleksReacts]

I won't lie to you. I think she IS great, but I don't think a single artist can change anyone's musical life. She can enrich mine though, if she sings this well all the time. 😊 Although KZbin blocked the link, don't worry, I'll dig it up. ❤

[@johnvasi]

@@AleksReacts I’m in my seventies and have listened to music all my life. Since I found Angelina, I listen to her everyday. No other singer has come remotely close to that. She has changed my life, and I am definitely not alone in that feeling. Angelina is once in a lifetime. Just start listening.

[@AleksReacts]

I am not saying it won't happen, I'm just saying I don't ever expect so much from one person. ❤

[@mrgobbleton]

"Dirty and clean voice at the same time" is a fantastic way to put it

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! That's simply what came to mind...

[@robcoop1903]

It’s crazy how accurate you are. Can’t wait for more.❤

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! There will be more, for sure. ❤

[@DaisyMae1975LOVE]

Fantastic shocking reaction, Aleks. Welcome to Angel-ina's world 🌎 You've just discovered the best female vocalist of all time. A musical prodigy with an amazing voice and vocal artistry that goes unmatched. Period. I look forward to your continued journey down the rabbit hole. It runs deep, and you will never be disappointed. ❤❤❤

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I thought she was just lovely. ❤

[@d-a-e-xh2zo]

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[@AleksReacts]

❤

[@antoniomaurogiovanni1276]

Angelina, quando canta dà molta felicità.La sua voce racconta tanti romanzi di tante vite.Creatura unica , artista incommensurabile.....Dio la farà felice come lei fa felici noi angeld

[@AleksReacts]

Grazie per questo commento. She is a lovely young lady.

[@kenscott8966]

Great reaction to a vocal tour-de-force! This history-making original is magnificent!! You've done it now. You have fallen into the vortex of Angelina Jordan who arguably brings the most confident, versatile, seemingly effortless, and fearless vocal artistry found today (whether measured across artists, genres, or decades). You may think this an exaggeration but listen to a few more of her many performances (170+ covers plus original songs - all on YT) and you will see! She has been performing at a high level all over the world since age 8 when she won Norway's Got Talent singing Billie Holiday, Nancy Sinatra, and Gershwin. It is the rare singer that can, as Angelina has done, go from Queen to "Screamin" Jay Hawkins to Adele to Elvis to Whitney Houston to Michael Jackson to Etta James to James Brown to Amy Winehouse to the Beatles (and many others in between) and do them all justice! If you want to hear music, listen to anyone. If you want to feel music, listen to Angelina. She will stagger you with her ability to find and bring forth the 'essence', the emotional message of nearly any song. You have far to go with Angelina. She is equally comfortable and equally able to impact us whether singing a cappella, accompanied only by a piano or guitar, in front of professional studio musicians or a 40-piece military band. With her immense vocal toolkit, arranging ability (yeah, that too, since about 8yo or so) and the work ethic to make what she does only 'seem' effortless, she will hopefully be touching hearts for a long time to come. Why God has performed the miracle of touching the world with one of such talent, musical IQ, commitment, and generosity as Angelina we can wonder but we must all marvel. Welcome aboard the AJ train! Please react to more of her impressive library.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! I can't comment much yet, as I have only heard one song, but it is really a good one! Based on what I've heard listening to this song and based on so many informative comments (including yours), there's obviously more to discover. So, yes, I will react to more from Angelina. ❤

[@hjr6139]

Angelina is great; she absorbed like a sponge, from a very young age, to great Jazz, blues, etc. As you mentioned. I don't know if it was through her mother that she heard that type of music. She reminds me a little of Amy Winehouse . He's been waiting for your reaction since you announced it. I am not a big fan of child prodigies, because it means taking away their childhood and giving them too much responsibility, or projecting the unfulfilled dreams of some adults. But I think that is not the case, you should see her singing on the Norwegian got talent, nothing more and nothing less than "Gloomy Sunday" by Billie Holiday; with a chipped tooth and a microphone bigger than her. She is wonderful, a born talent. I hope you continue reacting to Angelina. I will be there to see it. Thank you.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you, as always! Now I know we both like similar artists, even if the focus isn't on a single artist, which I honestly prefer. 😉 For me, it depends on the mood - sometimes I'll listen to The Platters, other times to The Ramones... Does not mean one or the other is better, just that they are both different and both great in their own way. Quite a few people would like to see more reactions to Angelina. There we are in agreement. I'd like to react to more. As I have already sort of promised to react to Gloomy Sunday, I think that will be next and by now I have a year's worth of songs to listen to. I don't mind child prodigies, as long as they themselves enjoy it. I mean, as long as it's not pushed on the kids, some actually do realize their parent's dreams, sort of by accident. 😊 Hey, I also mentioned Amy Winehouse, but later toward the end of the video.

[@dhr2330]

Buckle your seatbelt, you are in store for the ride of your life, and adventure into sight and sound! Subscribed

[@AleksReacts]

The ride has begun with only 3 songs so far, but something tells me I'm not stopping anytime soon. 😉 You're very welcome to the channel!

[@ryanjacob3338]

❤

[@AleksReacts]

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[@daleschiissler8525]

Welcome to the world of A.J. Enjoy the ride.

[@AleksReacts]

It's a fast one, I'll say that for all her fans in one go. Man, AJ's fans are sure committed! What did I get myself into? 😊

[@ClaudioMarcucci7756]

Aleks thank you for the beautiful and intelligent reaction, I really appreciate it, I hope you continue to discover this unique and excellent singer. I really like this original song, Angelina's performance is extraordinarily raw and aggressive with her unique, raspy and deep voice, while performing those fantastic and beautiful tonal scales, which completely captivate you and she does it in perfect calm, effortlessly, as if it were the most normal thing in the world. With her I continue, even after many years of listening, to have goosebumps every time, in particular with every new wonderful vocal experiment that she creates. Angelina's musical eclecticism transcends the ordinary, she truly has a musical knowledge and analytical ability that is beyond my understanding. No one captures your soul and makes it vibrate like this gorgeous girl does! 💛🧡❤

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much, Claudio! ❤ Angelina is quite obviously one of the rare singers today who have something special. There are a few more that I was lucky to discover through personal friends and friends I've acquired on this channel. My point is, music these days is rather more a game of shock and fireworks, less of what Angelina's doing (as well a few others). It will be a pleasure to hear more from a true talent. One rare popular example of a proper singer in my view is Adele - just her, decent attire and her voice. Angelina falls into the category of a true singer, not an "entertainer", to give them a polite term.

[@ClaudioMarcucci7756]

Correct observation Aleks, and Adele is one of Angelina's great references (along with dozens of other sacred monsters of music), Angelina also talks about it in the documentary filmed by her mother Sara, on the occasion of the double concert she held in Las Vegas in February this year. In the past years she has done several covers of Adele's songs and I confess that I prefer hers versions, despite the fact that Adele is an absolutely superb singer.😍

[@a00tch00]

@@AleksReacts you hit it again. The most songs Angelina covered from a single musician is Adele, at least 5 longer songs (Million Years Ago, When We Were Young, Someone Like You, All I Ask, Easy On Me) and 3 shorter songs (Set Fire To The Rain, Love in the Dark, Love is a Game). And most importantly, the qualities of these covers are fantastic. IMHO, very few singers cover Adele better than Angelina. Many compare her to Amy Winehouse and Adele. Even in her own documentary video, 10 Years In The Making, she said "I think. it's an honor to be compared to those legendary artists Adele and Amy Winehouse..........."

[@AleksReacts]

Lol, she didn't remind me of Adele due to her singing, rather due to being focused on the singing rather than costume and "noise" entertainers focus on. Unintentional hit again. 😂

[@ClaudioMarcucci7756]

Aleks I understood it, in fact I told you about it because Angelina's quote about Adele was precisely about this aspect, she admired Adele because she had remained true to herself and had not changed despite her success. (Angelina Jordan - 10 years of work) If you want this documentary, like others made by her fans, represent a different approach to Angelina's particular world, especially for her first years of entry into the world of music.

[@peterhormell1511]

Wonderful reaction Aleks! I think that you really “get” Angelina. You might be surprised to hear that Angelina has been studying and singing jazz classics since the age of *THREE!* …All thanks to her Grandmother Mery Zamani. She introduced Angelina to jazz and Angelina has said of her: “…she’s an inspiration, she’s my best friend; my everything!..” Angelina counts Aretha, Ella, Nina, and Dinah, among her idols and early influences and of course, Billie Holiday too. She has recently stated that she feels honored to be compared to Amy Winehouse and Adele! I look forward to following your journey discovering the artistry of Angelina Jordan. 🎶🩵💙🩵👣

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! Really wouldn't be surprised, she reminded me of all of them in every way and again, how could I have not mentioned Billie... It should be fun and I am glad you're wiling to travel with me. Thank you again!

[@marctoone1636]

Welcome. 😊

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! 😊

[@ShirleyHickman-oy7go]

Amazing ❤❤❤

[@AleksReacts]

Agreed. ❤❤❤

[@odintsovnew]

С шестнадцатого года смотрю и слушаю это дарование. Мне жаль Вас, что вы пропустили столько AJ. Однако благодаря интернету Вы можете познакомиться бриллиантами AJ. С семи лет она исполнила очень много композиций, которые, ввиду взросления, теперь уже не сможет повторить. Но её детские и подростковые записи живут и славятся в сети. Вот и Вы сделали реакцию на выступление семилетней AJ. И да, в восемнадцать лет AJ продолжает всех удивлять. AJ называет своих фанов ангелами. Думаю, что Вы познакомившись с творчеством AJ тоже станете её ангелом. Подпишусь, ибо меня привлекает Ваша реакция, реакция мудрого человека много повидавшего в жизни.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! Happy to hear that you liked my reaction. On the other hand, I'm somewhat glad I haven't discovered her before as this really is a more fun way to discover some artists, AJ being one of them. I'll catch up and definitely have fun doing it. 😊

[@donnaphillips5255]

It's Great!,that you've discovered exactly who Angelina is We who have been listening to this legendary before discovery amazing artist have watched her for years in pure utter amazement and everything else that's cool and calming and exciting There is a whole decade of her craft waiting to be discovered by this native Norwiegen born artist.Ill let the others fill you in I already know I'm subscribing.Thank you

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! I am indeed glad you liked the reaction and you're obviously right, there will be more. Also, I think I'm almost caught up on where to go next with her music - everyone came with suggestions and I'm sure there will be more. 😊

[@McDevittMike]

You have a wonderful journey ahead of you if you want to know about Angelina. She won Norway's Got Talent at 7-8 years old singing songs by Billie Holiday (2) Nancy Sinatra, and Gershwin. She's been singing jazz since she was in the womb, practically, and has covered every single one of the greats that you mentioned plus a plethora of others. If you react to one of her videos a week you'll be at it four another four years. She is absolutely the best, most interesting vocalist I know of. 😎

[@AleksReacts]

I really like the start of this journey. There is not a chance to react to one video per week, but a couple per month will happen... Until I retire and then I can cover 20 a day without breaking a sweat and enjoying myself along the way... 🤣 There are quite a few wonderful singers out there (some old, some new), but there are a lot more average ones. If it can be judged based on one song alone, Angelina falls into the first category. A true joy to listen to.

[@victorariasarrue]

Gracias por reaccionar a Angelina,excelente reacción además. Es verdad, la voz de Angelina es atemporal, te transporta de inmediato a décadas pasadas, su presencia te absorve y cautiva al mismo tiempo. Tienes un mundo por descubrir, ya que Angelina inicia su carrera a los 6 años de edad..... Saludos desde Chile.

[@AleksReacts]

Saludos a Chile! Thank you! There will certainly be more to hear and I will. I do beg for patience, though, especially since she is prolific artist already. 😊

[@timofeegraaay8165]

The Norwegian Barefoot Princess, she had to wear her Nike shoes in this venue due to health standards because food is served. Been listening to her since she was 7 years old. Best singer in the world today perhaps. She makes you feel things. It is really strange actually in my opinion. A lot of Etta James and Adele plus others that you mentioned in her voice.

[@AleksReacts]

Her influences seems rather clear as I was able to pick up quite a few just from this one song, but her voice is as I mentioned in the video, still unique to her, same as with Etta, Adele, and all the others. It's more the style that's similar to me.

[@manuelmorante9465]

👍👍😍😍👍👍

[@AleksReacts]

😊

[@keithserafy]

She's the best I've seen & I've been listening since the 60's. Liked & subed for more Angelina reactions. She's phenomenal!!!

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! We do agree and there will be more. 😊

[@ClandOp]

"Dirty and clean at the same time" -- exactly. Think Amy Winehouse as well as the jazz greats. You'll get many, many recommendations for what to react to next. Good luck!

[@AleksReacts]

Glad we heard the same in her voice. Still reeling from the number of suggestions and comments, I'm trying to keep up. 😂 Oh, thanks for good luck, seems like I'll need it.

[@boz352]

Angelina is by far, the most amazing young lady I have ever had the pleasure of knowing, from age six to eighteen, this past January. She is the personification of goodness, love and talent Listening to that gorgeous voice is food for anyone's soul, especially if it needs a kick start into loving life again. She has a treasure trove of covers that go back to age six and now, with the release of her recent EP, "Old Enough", featuring all new songs, all written by her with some collaboration, just as she collaborated with Toby on the writing of "Bad Valentine". Great reaction, but there's lots more out there. I believe you will be amazed with her early covers going all the way back to age six, and her live performances at age eight and on up from there.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I've found that lately in the sea of mediocrity some of the greats are just starting. All are young, all for different tastes maybe, but all really good and finally showing class! Angelina seems to be among them, so I will certainly listen to more.

[@HusemR]

Angelina Jordan Astar, the greatest talent since Micheal Jackson. (Quincy Jones)

[@poolhallshark]

And Quincy Jones personally invited Angelina to sing on his 85th birthday party at the O2 arena in London, where she performed Fly Me To The Moon😊

[@ljysre]

Angelinas major influence was " billie holiday " when Angelina was still in " nappies " ( dypers ) and now numerous others .❤

[@AleksReacts]

That's a very good influence to have. ❤

[@gregjohnston5684]

Great reaction. Great perception. She was brought up as a singer on the old greats. Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington, Billie Holiday, Etta James, etc., so her vocal character is partially shaped by these.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! ❤ Yes, all that makes sense and it fits her well. She's done a great job on this song, yet it seems there's a lot more to discover.

[@poolhallshark]

​@@AleksReactsUnderstatement of the year 😂❤❤

[@KenChawkin]

This is Angelina at her best, currently. It's clear from your first reaction that you "get" Angelina. And you seem to have a lot of musical history to draw on. I mean, you picked up on most of the influences in her voice. I also appreciate the time you took to respond to almost all of the comments! I'm here for more of your reactions to Angelina Jordan. Thank you for this first one to a superstar in the making.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much for such a kind comment! I've said it quite a few times, but I will say it again - this is a pleasure to do with such a lovely community who appreciates the difference between great artists and average ones. She is/will be one of the greats, that is pretty clear.

[@Bronxlenny3591]

Great Reaction Aleks! I think you will enjoy meeting Angelina and her Angels.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! The relationship is off to a good start. 😉

[@colinhuggins268]

Just subscribed for our beautiful barefoot Princess, Angelina. Performs barefoot to remind her of less fortunate children. She has helped raise millions for charity. Won Norway's Got Talent at age 7/8. Youngest published author in Norway at age 9. Signed with Republic Records in 2020. Much to learn, see and hear with this one. Over 200 covers and 14 originals.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! Slowly, but surely I will react to more by Angelina. ❤

[@rogerwolstenholme2710]

All the stars you mentioned were her Passion from 2 yo.... her family love Jazz and she has listened to it from the day she was Born.... Angelina Jordan Astar Born Oslo Norway 10th Jan 2006... She now lives in Los Angeles ... since she was 12 yo. Angelina is a very kind loving girl .. her Parents gave her as much of a normal childhood as possible... her record label did not promote her until she turned 18 yo... She is worth your time.. The Rabbit Hole Awaits lol

[@AleksReacts]

Oh, she's a Capricorn like Lara Fabian (she did capture me, for real) and my grandma. Hmm I might like Angelina more now. 😉 Thank you and I hope you will join me. ❤

[@rogerwolstenholme2710]

@@AleksReacts subscribed.

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy future reactions. They really do differ depending on the song, I'm starting to notice. 😊

[@nanp544]

👍🏼🎼🤗💞 Great reaction!💞

[@AleksReacts]

Thank you so much! Glad you liked it. ❤

[@tadeostodullo4587]

Greetings from Poland😀😀😀😀😀

[@AleksReacts]

Pozdrawiam Polsko! Good to see relatively close neighbors on the channel. Witamy, welcome. ❤❤❤

[@tadeostodullo4587]

@@AleksReacts TY😀😀😀😀😀