Annie Lennox performs Elton John's "Border Song" | The Gershwin Prize | PBS

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Annie Lennox sings "Border Song" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song concert honoring Elton John and Bernie Taupin at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., March 30, 2024.
With music by Elton John and lyrics by Bernie Taupin, "Border Song" appeared on the 1970 album Elton John.
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About the Gershwin Prize:
The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song is the nation’s highest award for influence, impact and achievement in the field of popular song. It was established in 2007 to recognize and honor the artists whose creative works, both printed and recorded, are collected, preserved, made accessible, and valued by the nation’s library. It acknowledges the preeminent place of popular song in modern society and its vital role in expressing and deepening the personal and shared values of our time.
Gershwin Honorees are selected by the Librarian of Congress in consultation with music specialists within the Library, former Gershwin Prize Honorees, and eminent outside experts in the field, including scholars, publishers, producers, composers and performers.

[@leep5113]

Annie proves, again, what an amazing performer she is!

[@fool4singing]

She's a REAL artist!

[@xelamercedes]

I am astounded and grateful to have grown up listening to these artists. Joni Mitchell. Annie Lennox. Elton John. Seeing these icons performing still, their talents still gargantuan and soul-rattling. Enduring masters of the musical arts, people will be listening to their work100 years from now.

[@drnancysjohnson3844]

It is such a pleasure to see Annie Lennox performing in this tribute to Bernie Taupin & Elton John. I have loved her music, her voice, her look, etc. & purchased her DVDs & tapes, etc.but I have never seen her perform in person, on videos, TV, or anywhere. Wonderful! The entire program is outstanding. And even though I watch it on my iPhone 6, (that’s all I have had for some years but it’s fine), I am so grateful to be able to see all the wonderful, excited & up to-date programming & access to any subject I think of! Thank You KZbin for showing this tribute to two of the most talented musicians of my generation. I’m almost 80 & I enjoyed every second I watched!

[@TonyTube407]

Elton singing along to Annie singing his and Bernie's song.... Wow.

[@arcana_mystery]

A humble woman who is a queen of vocals.

[@skipmessier765]

What a version ! What a version ! Annie can certainly belt a song and this is no exception !

[@Melissa-tw2gp]

If I could choose any singing voice to have, it’s a dead heat between her and Mavis Staples. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@michellemiles9966]

Her voice was perfect for this song. 👏👏👏

[@peterrollinson-lorimer]

Spot on!

[@debracole6587]

Annie is amazing and can sing anything with so much passion. Love her

[@ngunnawalmick7029]

A fitting tribute to those two guys who have provided us with over 50 years of great music.

[@leif1075]

How can I be like them then?

[@1989opprsvp]

Thank you Bernie. Thank you Elton. Thank you Annie for that incredible performance.

[@rogeriosousa9474]

Annie Lennox está com uma voz magnífica nesta fase da vida dela. A voz dela está madura e emocionante, simplesmente demais. E a emoção com que ela canta, é sem precedentes.

[@DarinShortcom]

Such a poignant message for these times - lets all do what we can to come together. Annie knocked it out.

[@Anothertominohio]

Annie just keeps getting better. I love her music more today than ever..

[@troygaspard6732]

As her voice has grown a little darker, this song suits her perfectly.

[@TheAmtwhite]

I love her version. Never heard the words as clearly before. Love it!

[@nickperkins8477]

They are both/all three, counting Bernie Taupin, great ones in popular music!!! Annie does a fantastic cover!!

[@camnsprencheria3225]

Oh geez don’t you just LOVE Annie! BEAUTIFUL!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@quercus8833]

Nope. Didn't like the performance either.

[@graziacavasino8884]

@@quercus8833 I pity you, you lose something exceptional.

[@peterrollinson-lorimer]

Nothing rocks me more than Annie Lennox belting out Border Song. Strength upon strength.

[@JoanMilhoan-jn2lf]

I love seeing Elton John himself clapping for her. Complete class act.

[@Condorman12]

i really enjoy watching the legends watch others interpret their work . Thank you Bernie and Elton !!!

[@robertwebb3546]

She gives a brilliant reading of this lyric. Her voice remains remarkable in tone, color and texture. If you haven’t heard the Aretha Franklin version of Border Song, check it out. She takes it to church.

[@abadstroller]

Annie Lennox's pipes are just as powerful as ever. 💪🏽

[@user-qm4oj3ok5q]

Annie is a Real RocknRolla...Earth Soul Blues RocknRoll...

[@rcpsammy7186]

Absolutely incredible performance 👏 ❤

[@kimhenderson7416]

The only ingredient missing from this amazing night was Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by Sarah Bareilles. Might be the best cover ever.

[@dalskyguy]

She looks and sounds AMAZING!!

[@user-xn1ry8qg3n]

Tears...The great Annie salutes the great Sir Elton and Bernie. Tears!

[@kettymartire7660]

Grande Annie.....come sa arrangiare i pezzi con quella sua voce potente..... nessuno 💥💥💥🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯💯😁❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Cherielovesmusic89]

I love her so much for many reasons. Age does absolutely nothing to her exquisite voice and ethereal beauty. She is a gift to humanity. All hail Queen Annie ❤️

[@LiohaK]

Annie is amazing as always!

[@markbarnwell942]

what a voice

[@user-wu7yr9rx6w]

Yeah so sad such a triumphant honor we are shown how truly challenging dear Elton John's songs are to belt out while turning out those lowest notes - the man did it with such ease, we should all take a momebt to understand comprehend the incredible ingenuity in training one's voice to hit these lyrics to be so audible as Annie Lenox shows here. Both esteemed lyracists singers musicians among our greatest gifts.❤🙏👑👑 We give thanks and praise.

[@cathymiller2798]

Acts 2:38 Then Peter said to them, “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Real Acts....

[@douglemay7989]

@@cathymiller2798 There is a time and a place for everything. Wrong forum.

[@catmanhuman]

....how very POWERFUL❤

[@icegypsy99]

Beautiful...Annie's amazing. Couldn't think of anyone better to do this one.

[@phil4977]

Three of my favourites, Annie, Elton & Bernie

[@mrwhitefolks1211]

55 yrs old this music sets my soul free

[@sjwilloughby-greene8214]

LET US LIVE IN PEACE!✌️💛☀️ Beautiful. Thank you. 🙏

[@flowergrower1247]

What an amazing performer, Annie takes my breathe away!

[@oceanbeachrecords]

This song makes the world a better place Bravo Annie❤

[@elainemeyer5062]

IF it took only a SONG to make the world 🌍 a better place! But sadly in reality, it takes a LOT more than just that!.

[@monpetitgraindesel6192]

🥀Annie Lennox une grande Dame, une magnifique chanteuse et une femme très engagée♥️♥️♥️…💋de France🥀 de 30.4.2024

[@JillKnapp]

Annie is a gift. ❤

[@christinepatton1979]

Annie John and Bernie. Such an amazing legacy. Such a moving performance. Made my day ❤

[@GiulianaAlexander-jl1kv]

Outstanding rendition!

[@oc5939]

Annie Lennox is a Goddess! 💐

[@andellensweeney2488]

What a voice❤

[@donnadees1971]

Love this singer. Just in awe.

[@angelafoxmusic7265]

Elton AND Bernie's song.

[@Trojan4u]

Stellar artist!!

[@cm4389]

Brilliant

[@dirkworld]

She is a treasure

[@mythal0620]

Whow, Annie has obviously really arrived with this song and is in her element. It has real drive and I really like it! Welcome back, Annie! 😘

[@rbcinmia]

Annie Lennox never disappoints.

[@KohalaLover]

Annie Lennox is badass.

[@lupiz-ge8fw]

just a magnificent show tribute ;;bravissimo Davey Johnstone... know you are in the back of this quality!

[@lifesabitch8012]

Joni Mitchell looks amazed! Love Annie,Joni Elton, and Bernie!💯☝️🎶🎤⭐😘😍💫🤗

[@robertwebb3546]

@lifesabitch8012 Joni Mitchell has commented before that Annie Lennox is one of her favorite singers

[@lydiagerson9802]

She's gotten better with age-as has I! 😄

[@zoomby4380]

Luckily to see her conert in Melbourne in the late 80's superb artist. ❤❤❤

[@krengerup136]

Elton and Bernie are fantastic, but Annie killed this one❤❤

[@Marymary-ik1bx]

Stellar ❤❤❤❤

[@julieannemichelle]

I love this song!!!❤

[@SweetBunny706]

Thanks, Annie!

[@worldcitizen9202]

one of their best songs .....

[@legalgal12]

She is magical….. 💜🙏🏻

[@clayoreilly4553]

Bravo!!

[@NursefromNY]

Wow, amazing performance- gave me goosebumps

[@heatherhorton8252]

Great song. Well done…👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💕

[@stevebennett8599]

❤❤❤❤❤❤,Lovely,I just love Annie lennox's music ❤❤❤❤ x x

[@GLopezMad]

It is not her song..

[@SGALAXIA]

LEGENDARY Iconics

[@clymelabox3356]

She understands!

[@salmonline]

I remember when she was new.

[@sassymess7111]

Me too, I was in 10th grade. Everyone thought she was a man. I would argue with them.

[@GLopezMad]

New to what? New? You mean was she started in the music business? Can we just write correctly?

[@salmonline]

@@GLopezMad Get a life. Thanks.

[@oraora33]

I should get a notification whenever she opens her mouth, no matter the channel 🎉

[@petershim5900]

I saw and felt my friends past some here n some gone. This song was a time. ❤🙏🏼

[@rabit818]

Annie can cover any song perfectly

[@Gralinedeasa]

👌👌👏👏👏👏👏👏Bravo

[@AstronomiaAncestral]

Wow❤wow❤wow!!!

[@TheHornoxx]

...grooooßartig Frau Lennox!

[@annasahlstrom6109]

She's a goddess!

[@14LP2]

Mad 💙💙💙

[@piustwelfth]

Aretha did a great cover of this song in 1972.

[@Cubanbearnyc]

Bravissima !

[@oscarmorosini8630]

❤

[@mdb5672]

Someone tell the guy behind Sir Elton to have fun 😂😢

[@Motchy92]

He is Elton John's bodyguard. he is serious because he is focused on his work

[@Metallographer_1]

Joanie Mitchel is still alive after chain-smoking all these years? It's a miracle.

[@madelainelegault1254]

🇵🇸🍉🕊️ fitting choice of song, Annie.

[@ChristyDStarling]

💜💜💜

[@ronaldmallette]

Please tell me someone sang "Ticking" and "Indian Sunset"!

[@michellemiles9966]

Idk, but I would love that too. 🤞 Ticking is one of my favorites. Also Have Mercy On The Criminal.

[@user-me8kr6mv5l]

❤🎉 utube JOHN BAVAS BLACK COFFEE

[@robertguildford]

Great performance from Annie, unfortunately wishful thinking that humankind will ever live in peace .

[@leonardstudley184]

yes red hats, but they are probably not Bronx residents

[@gabrieleschulze7627]

It is sad that the voice suffers as women get older. It is not fair 😢 now that they really have something to share

[@user-no2fe2fb7m]

Тут самое главное- два крыла на плечах.((

[@fraracci]

An immigrant singing a song written by immigrants about immigrants❤

[@dmisso42]

The Wrinkleys Show. Perhaps it would be better if our heroes who peaked in their younger years just slipped away into the shadows. The horrific version of my mother that the embalmer presented to me with still haunts me. I would rather have retained my memory of her as she was when I was 19.

[@mr.disney4740]

Is that bono next to sir elton?

[@bid84]

No Bernie Taupin

[@Sif3r]

lol

[@danielbisson8032]

made me c y

[@TheLoitzfamily]

😅

[@Susieq26754]

Living with your brother in peace. Sounds like a very nice concept. Remember, that paying your taxes can also bring peace. Also when celebrities endorse drugs for big pharma, it isn't very nice or peaceful.

[@KohalaLover]

Be kind. Your agenda belongs elsewhere.

[@burgesspark685]

She murdered that song terrible technique

[@stacer3404]

That is a man. Not a woman