Angelina Jordan covers Lana Del Rey's Born To Die (Reaction!)

[@larsfrodelarsen6645]

Born to sing and give us the shivers !!!

[@LeNaInLoVe]

Totally ✨✨

[@mauistevebear]

6:50 am here on Maui...we all know that AJ is the best in our lives and will soon become a household name...this performance is one of my favorites!!

[@christian53050]

"understated charisma" might be a good phrase to use when we are describing Angelina's mystique...she has that mysterious magnetism that always oozes out of her. Imagine her parent's situation the day this was recorded in some corner of their house in Oslo. "Hey, mom and dad, I just recorded something"...parents: stunned silence...

[@hans-georgschroter7887]

In that silence you are nearer to the beauty of the universe ♾️💖,🎇

[@garysen]

Listening to Angelina 'covering' a song is like watching a black-and-white image turning to a stunning colorful picture. Then there is her magical storytelling...❣️

[@PhilipKnopp]

Here I am in Central Texas USA at 10 am in the morning! This performance ranks near the top of all I have listened to! Such resonance, such dynamic range!

[@williamarmstrong9008]

Norway now going back USA

[@elisabethstermo9396]

@@williamarmstrong9008?? What do you mean by that. 🤔

[@Keno0355]

Wonderful. Again and again. Everytime I hear she sings 💯

[@keithserafy]

Angelina can sing the high notes with the best of them if a song requires it, but she doesn't do it to impress, like so many others. But the tone & richness of her low notes is her "sweet" spot, & man is it sweet vocal candy. Greetings from the Hamptons of NY State.

[@terrypuccio870]

Goose bumps EVERY TIME!

[@nancywilson9380]

9:30am in California I love this cover I could listen to Angelina singing the same song continuously over and over again and not be tempted to change to any other singer

[@claudest-gelais8456]

Dozens of her songs qualify to be on the top of my list, but this one simply incredible 🙂

[@tgc966]

This incredible young singer has the ability to very often move me to tears with her voice. It's an involuntary reflex and Angelina when she sings has found that button to push. I try to let her push that button as often as I can.

[@kentovewagenes1141]

That richness of her tone is so freakin awesome ❤️ I will never stop listening to this amazing artist ❤️ AJ, forever, man ❤️👍

[@steinarhatlen2622]

Her voice is what makes me like her songs. Not the song. Her voice. Then we are two forever fans LOL. This year 2023 her fan base will explode.

[@eileenparco9979]

Somehow she can translate the meaning of a song more, much more, than anyother singer I've ever heard and I can go back aways. She closes her eyes and goes into a trance like. It's almost hypnodic to listen to her sing!

[@rogercarriere4756]

The unique and wonderful voice of Angelina is a gift for us all, she will be only 17 yo in a few days. Happy New Year Seb from Québec.

[@williamskiles7098]

WTF Im a 57 year old man and i cannot get enough of this song

[@boscobeans]

Angelina has been born with something in her voice that is almost totally unique. Certain voices and certain sounds have been proven to cause strange effects on people who are somehow sensitive to those sounds or voices. Angelina's voice has a peculiar way of going beyond the normal channels many if not most people process what is going into their ears. Directly from the listener's ears to the brain's limbic system which is responsible for behavioral and emotional responses. We almost always get real physical reactions from her voice, and yes sometimes from others as well, however she can keep the goosebumps going song after song and as long as she wants. Sure, we can compare her voice to dozens of others, but none reach directly into us to produce the feelings we get when Angelina performs. This is known as autonomous sensory meridian response, or ASMR.

[@alanoakley3242]

Makes perfect sense to me. I believe Karen Carpenter also had it.

[@hans-georgschroter7887]

Her strong deep Resonance notes and her masterclass Vibrato control make this Song so special beautiful 😍🎶🎇

[@EarnestMasumoto]

You nailed the quality of her voice. Lana's is smooth throughout and not as interesting as Angelina's syncopation.

[@GG_AJfan]

Thank you for doing my recommended song! needless to say this is my favorite cover from her.

[@albertstern1945]

Great reaction as always. She is so good that I believe she will rewrite Music History and become a Music Legend. Nobody can emit the emotion and soul of a song like Angelina. I think she reads the lyrics first before listening to the song. In this way she can understand the feeling and emotion the artist wants to convey. Then she arranges it to be able to dramatically convey the feeling and emotion to us. She takes iconic songs and makes them Angelina songs. Her vocals, tones and smokiness do the rest. She is already The Greatest of All Time! Just amazing!!

[@barbarastevens9598]

Great way to start the day and the new year! Another stellar reaction - thanks! Yep, she's the truth. Best I've ever heard, and I'm old! So glad I lived long enough to experience her!

[@ronraskind]

Sebs, Thank you once again for an honest and sincere reaction. Your response is as mine was the first time I heard this. Incredulity! Thank you for providing links to the original video and Angelina's official channel. I'd like to reiterate a suggestion I've made before which will help Angelina and your own channel. Realize that many viewers do not go to your description page on their own. They need your encouragement to go there. If they are not visiting your page, they are missing all of your valuable information. The idea is to encourage them to go to the description page and to interact with Angelina's links to help boost her algorithm. At the same time, have them do the same for your links so that you both benefit. Happy New Year!

[@ClaudioMarcucci7756]

Wonderful reaction Sebs. Angelina's musical vision transcends the ordinary and she always manages to give an interpretive reading that makes us better understand and love the songs, in any age she is. This gorgeous girl truly has a musical knowledge and analytical ability that is beyond my comprehension. I'm increasingly convinced that the first assessment by Judge Lisa of NGT is the most fitting: you are music! 💛🧡❤

[@hu._-]

Young and Beautiful, Stay, and Million Years Ago all covered by AJ with a similar deep tone although, of course, she incorporates the original song's characteristics. Thanks for sharing.

[@LeNaInLoVe]

Hello from Arctic LoVe Islands, Norway, 17.46 here (see it's 46 mins since you uploaded) 5.45 pm. Not a huge fan of Lana Del Rey, but this 12 y.o girl hits home, break those emotional blockages and I tear up. 💖 Anywho.. we know by now, her age has nothing to do with it. Maybe transfer it to all of us as well, and LIVE IN THE 🎁 🥰 Yes, that's also a thing, ANGELina makes me listen to the lyrics in a way no other artist do. Born to die.... yeah... , howeer YOUNG and BEAUTIFUL, also LdR cover, is even BETTER than this. 😘

[@jefftofte9419]

6:35 pm in Minnesota (10 inches of snow by tomorrow!) No matter how many times I see/hear this I am always hypnotized by her sound. And the way she uses her hands is fascinating to me.

[@josephstimpfl4594]

I am always amazed and often shocked by Angelina's talent. But sometimes l am flabbergasted like with this one. How can she do this? It is just not possible. But like most Angels we know it to be true. She empathicly seems to know and convey the songs she chooses. Like you said, we often hear the words for the first time. Suspicious Minds. Natural Woman. Stay. The Angelina Effect.

[@alberttenfoot]

Continue to be amazed and shocked, my friend. Just keep in the back of your mind that it is only possible because it is Angelina.

[@kjellneset919]

To me the recording is ready to go on an album, just perfect! Norwegian subscriber that voted for her win in NGT 2014 and saw her live at Kongsberg 7. July 2022!

[@boz352]

Thank you! I appreciate your reaction and how you express your love and appreciation of this young lady's talents and just general goodness. So very special in today's world. I honestly don't know how she keeps her head on straight with all the adoration around her...but she does.

[@mrsmack-rn6ex]

Close your eyes when you are not on here. I’m blind and the sound is amazing 🦋🦋

[@virgiljones7277]

Angelina was on Norways got talent very young. But, more impressive was her stunning audition and performances on Americas Got Talent. Check them out!

[@terrypuccio870]

I absolutley love this rendition!

[@wayneturner3929]

Greetings from New Zealand Sebs. I'm 68 years old and been listening to music my whole life but never noticed the words until Angelina sings them. Happy New Year mate 👍

[@LeslieBrown-nl3jc]

100% in control of her instrument. Does so much with it ,simply adore her .

[@HusemR]

Every time she brings tears in my eyes cause it is so beautiful. Angelina Jordan ASTAR (the name says it all), this young norwegian genius is imo the best singer on the planet! I am 69 y old and have never heard a singer like her in my whole life. Her voice touches my heart and cleanses my soul.

[@salo5167]

Angelina is so good you were talking to yourself towards the end of the song exactly like me wondering if she is even from our planet hahaha..

[@joejackson4383]

A wonderful way to start the day. Thanks Sebs.

[@kenhall5551]

As always, a great reaction.

[@brittanclary1095]

Love this young girl ❤ and love your reaction ❤ A big hug from Sweden

[@terrypuccio870]

Empress of Jazz!

[@poolhallshark]

Norway 6.20 pm and Angelina was 12 in this recording 😉 Who's the best singer in the world? I think you know by now🙂 Love from Norway, as always♥♥♥♥♥

[@steinarhatlen2622]

This 12 year old is soon to be 17. She will be promoted this year, in 2023. It is interesting to see what will happen to the voice of the century when a new album get released. This girl is so young, and she hasn't really started yet. When she do, I hope that the younger ones recognizes greatness when they hear it. Because most of today's popular music is really bad, I think. We need Angelina.

[@kenlassiter3107]

I love your heart felt reactions, thank you for being such a fan of this Angel.

[@RachelDacusAuthor]

Enjoying another of your reactions here at noon in Northern California. This is one of my favorites of hers at this age, when she really dug into her deeper tones and seemed to have reached a new level of mastery. We can't wait for Angelina's 2023 album!!

[@tinavotava2986]

Loved it! Thank you. She is amazing!

[@erick-gd7wo]

One analogy, many singers try to reach the mount Everest of the register and belt it and so few try the Mariana trench of the register since the producers think it doesn't make money. AJ sits so comfortably st Mariana trench and makes it serenely beautiful.

[@UhOhItsFlux]

Oooooooooooof those low notes send me to the depths of the ocean! I had chills from shoulder to shoulder.

[@robertweese9656]

wonderful

[@ridgemanron]

The girl 'Out Lana's ' the great Ms. Del Rey. If it's a heartfelt ballad, there is no other singer who brings the jazz inspired style of vocal releases that Angelina accomplishes effortlessly. Her low register is amazing, especially when you realize how young she is.

[@ridgemanron]

@daisyrichards7900 It always comes down to personal preference, but some things Lana can't say, whereas Angelina can, is that English is her 3rd language, she performs songs on an expert level while still being a child, fully arranges her renditions by herself, and can present a finished, quality product in one 'take'. The vast, vast majority of A-list singers need numerous 'takes' before they are comfortable in releasing a final product, and that includes Lana. A top recording executive at Republic Records said that in all his years of experience, only three singers come to his mind who were able to produce a finished product in one 'take'. They are Beyonce, Sam Smith, and Angelina, which places her in truly select company.

[@ridgemanron]

@daisyrichards7900 Lana, as well as Adele, and a vast amount of A-list artists produce songs that are with other writers. Let us not forget that she is still only 16 and I assume that like the vast amount of others, she will have input from others. Then, there are many great singers who don't write at all. The best final result is what counts and you utilize all the assets you have come up with the best recording possible,

[@ridgemanron]

@daisyrichards7900 - I went back and checked the writing credits for both - Young and Beautiful, where the writers are listed as Rick Knowles and Lana Del Rey. With regard to - Born to Die, the writers are listed as Lana Del Rey and Justin Parker.

[@ridgemanron]

@daisyrichards7900 And? She didn't write both songs by herself, that's what. And, additionally, if Knowles was listed as the lead writer, that would imply he had more of a hand in the writing of Young And Beautiful than Lana did. If you ever watch the sit-com Seinfeld, you will see the only writers listed in the credits as Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David. What would you say if I told you the team of writers in all those episodes would number more than 50, but Seinfeld and David wanted people to think they did it all.

[@ridgemanron]

@daisyrichards7900 Originally, you were implying that Lana wrote these songs by herself, and I simply disclosed that this isn't true. Take the Carpenters as a perfect example of using the writing talents of others on a continuous basis. Karen's brother would take these songs from other people and what he applied to them was his genius in arranging, not writing, and this is what catapulted The Carpenters to heights that not even Lana has ever approached. Personally, I prefer Angelina's covers over that of many original artists because of this innate ability to re-arrange songs, which could be in ever so subtle ways, that just brings forth more penetrating emotion than singers like Adele, Rhianna, and Lana. You must have heard the comment that she takes songs and makes them her own, and a perfect illustration of this is when video expert analyzer Andreas Grussl compares the renditions of Adele and Angelina while singing Adele's 'Easy On Me'. The title of his video is simply, 'Is This Better Than Adele?', and he shows the listener, section by section, why he feels Angelina's rendition is superior. You have to first understand that Angelina is something none of these three excellent 'heartfelt ballad' singers are, and that is being a true jazz singer, whereas Angelina is 'rooted' in the genre, thanks to Billie Holiday's 'breathy', whisper-like', 'raspy' delivery, but then she goes further to incorporate the 'slurring' and mid-sentence 'key' changes that Amy Winehouse did in a pronounced way, again learning the technique from Billie Holiday as well. I listen to Rhianna's rendition of 'Stay', and noting that she is a billionaire with record sales that exceed 100 million albums, & after comparing her rendition, which was done after numerous 'takes' in a professionally set up studio, with accomplished musicians, Angelina's 'spur of the moment' rendition, recorded at home with her guitar playing friend Ivan joining in this casual 'jam' session, finds them both having to perform 'on the fly' since neither was totally experienced with regard to 'Stay'. Ivan follows her as best he can, while Angelina can be seen looking to her side at a tablet that is running a list of the lyrics. With all this potential for chaos going on, Angelina not only brings forth a more intense, soul penetrating rendition than Rhianna but I go back to her roots being in jazz, for there is no way a non-jazz singer can match the intensity delivered by a true jazz specialist like Angelina. Neither Rhianna, Adele, or Lana are jazz singers, especially in the mold of Billie Holiday, and to a lesser degree Ms. Amy Winehouse, so it's no wonder that Angelina's heartfelt ballad singing permeates the inner depths with more passion than any of them. A top recording exec at Republic Records said that in all his years within the industry, he knew of only three singers who could perform a finished product in one 'take' and they are Beyonce, Sam Smith, and Angelina. Quincy Jones invited her to his 85th Birthday extravaganza to hear her sing old time jazz for him. He stated that he had not been this impressed about her level of talent by anyone other than Michael Jackson.

[@markwebb8013]

Beautiful 😍.

[@dsgp7835]

10:50am Northwest Ohio farm country. Your amazement of Angelina is why you are one of my favorite reactors. The rich detail with which Angelina sings is mind boggling. I can listen to a song many times over a hear something new each time. Also, the clarity of her lyrics is as well a treat even with English not being her natives tongue. As a keen observer of music as you are, will the listening public recognize and realize how special and unique her sound and talent is? A little known gem of Angelina's is LOVIN YOU performed with a live band about the age of 11 or 12. There is a video that's much better than the other, you've got to find the best recording. The little gal can boogie!

[@kristena9285]

"Lovin You" was in 2017 so Angelina was 11 🙂

[@artfartzy]

Are you walking on a treadmill as you listen ? hehe.

[@cathymckee1255]

Angelina did a fabulous job on this Lana Del Rey song Born to die. From Colorado it's 10 pm here and snowing 🙃💜

[@marvinboswell3820]

Her voice and this song are just something special

[@glennkunz5215]

Nebraska, 67 yr old, keep going

[@nikosmastrakoulis3377]

Thanks from Greece, Sebs, I always enjoy your reactions. It must have been like 6pm here when this reaction appeared, it is going on 2am now.

[@ryanjacob3338]

I watched that hauntingly beautiful, Garth brooks the dance, it's a term for her in this one for sure, could have said it a large amount of times. I'm a fool to want you at 7 acapella, million years ago at 12, and many many others. I've used the term at least twice myself. For whatever reason you and AJ together makes a great video and reaction every single time. You're one of those wholesome folk like her.

[@rchad6064]

mesmerizing

[@robmarar]

Cheers, big guy. Its 5;19pm in Windsor Ontario, Canada. Happy new year man.

[@roanne103169]

Hi Sebs! I love to see your reactions to AJ song covers! I noticed that your playlist is missing the songs: “All I ask” by Adele, and “You are always on my mind” dedicated to her grandfather who had just passed away a few days before singing the song. It’s a very emotional but beautiful song! She is an angel!!

[@lindaroselevin2191]

Every word is perfect. I think she feels each word with her soul and works through G-d's love.

[@MicroTalesMacroFeels]

Always amazing from Angelina Jordan, and you have great reactions.

[@Pjasonmullins]

Mississippi, USA. Always enjoy your reactions sir especially to miss Angelina, by far my favorite female vocalist!! I’m honestly running out of words to describe her! But as of late you’ve been exploring country and I’ve enjoyed that journey as well as the way you keep your wife on a pedestal as should we all, I thought you might enjoy the song by Garth Brooks... If Tomorrow Never Comes. I did enjoy y’all’s reaction to the dance by him sir. Happy 2023

[@dianedove1000]

When they first released this video, there were accusations that it wasn’t her singing because the pop filter was hiding her mouth. After this, you will note that they always videoed her with this kind of filter from the side so you could see that she is actually singing! I’d say she’s about 12 here. One of my favorites!

[@alberttenfoot]

Yes, I will always remember the bewilderment of two Reactors, although I have forgotten their names. One stood up and tried to peer Oliver Angelina head to see whether she was singing. The other said it couldn't be true and later uploaded the same video, but had reduced the opacity of the pop filter so that he could see Angelina's moth. Oh! I should mention that at the time they were relatively new to the magic of Angelina.

[@ronnabankhead3856]

Angelina is AMAZING and so genuine. I cannot stop listening to her. Keep them coming, Angelina. YOU ROCK!!

[@nyima04011]

I'm in my living room on the coast of Maine. 3:10 pm. Enjoy your reactions, thanks!

[@ainoah68]

12 years old. T W E L V E here. Unreal. True prodigy!

[@glenmorris135]

Hi Sebs - Fab reaction as always from your good self. I haven't listened to this for some time so thanks for bringing it right back with a bang. As Kenta says.. AJ Forever. ♥♥ Oh - This is Glen in beautiful Italy here, so a good few hours ahead of you I imagine.😊

[@rogerwolstenholme2710]

I'm from Lowestoft a old fishing port in the UK, an Angelina fan for 3yrs, and I never get tired of listening to her.... I like your reactions and try not to miss them, P.S. its 19.30 pm here

[@maryjanecruz1017]

ALL I CAN SAY IS THANK YOU, FOR BEING YOU & GENUINE, THANK YOU FOR PLAYING ANGELINA 😇 JORDANS' SONGS ESPECIALLY & OTHER GREAT ARTIST AS WELL. Y'ALL MAKE MY HEART HAPPY☺️❤️

[@bjrnarpedersen6238]

Dude! Nice reaction bro Im just hitting that subscribebutton right NOW :D Cant wait to see more of your vids!

[@vendulkastejskalova8761]

Angelina ❤️

[@jimbob9453]

Chandler Arizona @ 13:15. Please keep reacting to the World's Greatest Artist of my time. I am 70 so I have listened to quite a few Great Artists.

[@annehall2591]

Pure talent! Amazing

[@richardhall7029]

Greetings from Lincoln, England

[@kellydelf]

3.30 am england. Love your reactions . Your little daughter is a beauty. Its lovely to see another person so moved by angelina . She makes me cry over and over again and Im a 53 year old Iraq veteran. New subscriber... keep up the good work my friend.

[@kimacronym2521]

Great reaction, thank you. Angelina is simply stunning, a musical genius, and this cover is one of her absolutely best (another highlight is 'I am still holding out for you') PS: Elizabeth Grant is actually Lana del Rey's real name :-) she wrote the song. Lana is also a musical genius, very different one. She is an amazing lyricist and composer of melodies, and her personality and dark voice is not only for everyone who is heartbroken and hates happy songs....

[@MarkHughson]

The word is not personality it is emotion. As Toby Gad (Grammy winning song writer & producer) recently said “Working with Angelina has been nothing short of inspiring. Her ability to channel profound emotion through her voice adds a whole new depth to the song”. You have reacted to If I Were a Boy (2024) so you know what I mean, but if anyone else reading this hasn't listened to this you are missing AJ's best to date.

[@ps8481]

9:47am Seattle, Washington. Love your Channel and love Angelina ❤️

[@jorgeduran55]

great song. thanks to you.

[@janiceobernberger8846]

Her voice just draws you into the song

[@iancollins65]

I am checking in from Seattle, WA. It’s a sunny winter day out here.

[@GrandmaEllen]

Hi, Sebs. I'm in Poulsbo, Washington (PNW) USA. I love this cover. Angelina's tone..... We're all with you, Sebs, in those sentiments. This informal recording using a kareoke track gives me chills. I want to listen over and over. Yes, hauntingly beautiful. Her beautifully expressive hands could be trained in dance... I am ending my day with this one. Now weird at all, Sebs. Her voice never fails to lift us up in some way. Grandma Ellen, until next time.💜

[@StephanieHealy-wh9cn]

Love to watch your reactions to this young lady. Take care.

[@markkleckner3060]

Awesome reaction and when I wrote this it was 9:40 AM in Saint Johns, AZ, God Bless!

[@bills5268]

I don't think Angelina would or could ever be on The Voice because of the tie-in between The Voice and Republic Records, and Angelina signed with Republic Records back in 2020. However, I wouldn't be surprised if she turned up as a guest artist on the show at some point after her big breakout album drops.

[@clintonshepard6107]

BEAUTIFUL!!

[@capstan50g]

I really have to get busy on the suggestion board. There's so much great AJ out there. Thanks for staying with her, Sebs! A very Happy New Year to you and your family!

[@FlameCold258]

Amazing!

[@mburkitt7678]

I think a lot of people think the title refers to the inevitability of death, but I have seen comments that the song is really about a relationship (you and I/we) that was doomed from the start (born to die). It makes a lot of sense if you listen to the lyrics.

[@JonGray-yh5zf]

She touches my soul

[@monaboutet6863]

1pm, Montreal Canada! Love your reactions to AJ!

[@scottcanann]

Love your reactions

[@Chris1969o]

Sending love from Houston Texas

[@CarlD70]

This is just a stunningly done cover by Angelina. She would be 12 in this video and Lana Del Rey released this in 2012 at the age of 26. Much respect to Lana for sure, wonderful singer but here we have a young girl more than half her age taking this song to another level.....kind of Angelina's thing I guess. Happy New Year Sebs.

[@johnkitchen2507]

Hi there from New Zealand it's 11 30pm here thanks for the great reaction always enjoyed your reaction to Angelina

[@yiuqwfj]

ok, comment for the algo. good reaction video, for real.

[@alanwitty1665]

Enjoyed your reactions

[@EarnestMasumoto]

Excellent control in the lower resisters and what lovely syncopation.

[@EarnestMasumoto]

Angelins has a resonance in her voice that keeps you affixed whereas Lana's voice is smooth and soothing.

[@barrycook867]

If you haven't already, please check out Ms Jordans cover of Young and Beautiful by Lana Del Rey and maybe You Don't Own Me (not sure you sings the latter) Thanks for the great reaction)

[@pa1189j]

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[@alberttenfoot]

Hi! The name you are looking for is Lesley Gore.

[@ItsMe-cz1pi]

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