Sara Bareilles and Sir Elton John - Gravity (Duet)

Watch Sara Bareilles and Sir Elton John perform at The Breast Cancer Research Foundation's largest fundraising event, the annual Hot Pink Party, at the Waldorf Astoria on April 28, 2014!

[@rachelayjay89]

She wrote that song when she was 18. To look over her piano and see a legend singing it with her must have been so amazing and surreal.

[@Wzrdprado]

+Lily O'Connor too late little beefy nigga you already said it rudely

[@Wzrdprado]

+Malia M aye ma, I'm not fruity cause I like this song but can I hit you up?

[@thomasfristmd1876]

Rachel Johnson It gave me goosebumps when he started to sing - surreal and amazing yes.

[@nern8087]

Wzrdprado talented af

[@sallyc3703]

Gives me chills

Just imagine this: you're a piano player, you're a fan of a master, you sing one of his songs, he gets to see it, and he wants to sing one of YOUR songs with you, while YOU play the piano. Impressive story. How cooler can this guy be?

[@chriskayakq-ster7264]

They don't make artists any cooler the Elton John and most folks know it too. Most of the new artists out there have to always re-invent themselves cause they either are insecure with their style of music or get tired of it because it really does suck.

[@chriskayakq-ster7264]

Agreed but like I said he did rule when I was just a kid !

[@Crookedlystrait]

***** lol I love what u said about Elton, and I'm a huge fan, but I agree, his voice does not suit this song. It needs a more delicate sounding voice in my opportunity.(although I'm not sure if delicate was the right word to use to describe the tone I'm envisioning)

[@swarzeoz2550]

She is a LOT more than a "Piano player." Please.

[@swarzeoz2550]

She is considerably more than a "piano player."

[@mattgoldberg4335]

Just imagine having one of your idols singing a duet with you of one of your songs - after he just sincerely applauded you on how you covered one of his masterpieces. And then, you hit and hold a note so majestic that your idol practically recoils from its perfection. Sara is such a unique talent, and yes, the whole "package"; props to the legendary Sir Elton John for recognizing it.

[@dana102083]

i have to say it, this is probably the worst version ive ever heard her sing it-- only because i love her so much-- and only because she's so choked up that she's singing with such an idol and that he gave her the nicest compliment of all-- no one could wipe the grin from her face--- i'm surprised she could sing or play at all, what a professional. I wish her the most success; I don't know why she isn't riddled with maddddd success as it is... so underrated AF... maddening, really....

[@toddeidson7520]

It would be everything

[@jonnyfrmtheblck]

That’s what I call “The Money-Note.” She absolutely nailed it.

[@jamiepark888]

She never sold out. She kept her music so genuine and true.

[@lisak.h.1671]

So true! She just did a free concert in our hometown and THOUSANDS showed up.

@@lisak.h.1671 wow that's cool

[@johnwolf2829]

Ah, well.... I was wondering why I'd never heard of her until now.

[@Betelgeu5e]

She gets to keep her soul. G-d bless her!

[@AmbeyPankake]

I feel like I can't breathe when she sings "down". It's unbelievably breath taking.

[@marvinmartinez7124]

Amber Davis exactly... it makes me feel weak...

[@ariannatortolero9067]

I've never been able to sing that part without breaking into tears.

[@vna6882]

Amber Davis 4:24

[@catpella]

I have no idea how she can hold that note like that but holy shit.

[@anonymousgirlno7532]

Yep. Shivers.

[@YoYes17]

Sara Bareilles has literally been a nano-second away from being this generations Barbra Streisand or Celine Dion and it is maddening that she has been killing it since 2010. I hope she gets everything she deserves and more. Gosh she is good.

[@YoYes17]

That ending tho...

[@peteswift1710]

She's better than both of those hags.

[@theobserver9498]

* secretly hopes she becomes this generations Bette Midler or Cyndi Lauper instead *

[@2godless]

I love Elton’s sultry voice here. Iconic.

[@Trxdi]

I just love Elton's reaction, his admiration for her. He turns to the audience in a sort of, "Amazing, isn't she?" way. It's great to see the support two musicians can give to each other, rather than the cat-iness seen too frequently nowadays.

[@Noyala92]

tbf I always got the impression that Elton John is a very supportive guy when it came to musical talents. He always makes his admiration known!

[@youtubecomments5951]

Like when Whitney and Mariah sang together. Even though they smiled at each other. You can see them trying to out do the other. And that kinda ruined the song.

[@satyabratamishra4670]

@@youtubecomments5951 no it didnt ruin the song lol

[@ablurida]

haha and then he wiggles his head in a sort of 'okay, you show off!' playful way. I loved that xD

[@quicktastic]

Nice to see Sara belt out 'down' at about 4:20 and Elton's reaction to it.

[@terranorris3293]

My most favorite part.

[@mrbigg151]

quicktastic That was a strong but smooth note when she went up. I loved his reaction bc he got lost in the moment.

[@jonnyfrmtheblck]

That’s the Money-Note right there.

[@jensaguilar5919]

You just had to put the 4'20 there., didnt u? :D

[@musicalfreakgrl2]

Wow. Only sara can do that "down" just right.

[@DruidOfChaos]

its true! I've watched covers and everyone either cuts it short or goes down an octave

[@kristyne9]

every time I watch a video of her singing gravity live, I always tear up on that part. It is so beautiful.

[@Conceptcreator]

Ztp i did like that duet version of uhm... firgot it.. but look at xfactor gravity. That was ammmaaazzziiinnnggggg

[@angelablack7946]

Holy moly I got chills during that.

[@kkibela]

Hrr whole heart and soul That note.. We all know that feeling

[@tomhinton7099]

I'm an old Elton fan, but I have really gotten into Sara Bareilles lately. That young lady has the total package...song writing ability, she can sing, she can play the piano, she is good looking....she seems to be very cool....I know she isn't exactly new on the scene, but it is ashame that talent like this is overshadowed by talentless hacks that use auto tune for their voices, dance around practically nude, and have no musical abilities whatsoever. I really would love to see her in concert and soon. Her live music is just as good, if not better, than her studio recordings and that is extremely difficult to achieve. I wish Sara nothing but the best!

[@yapwenjing123]

tom hinton She's so underrated. She's absolutely great and has more talent than little plastics.

[@diemsky8965]

Absolutely. Sara is just absolutely amazing. She's famous and yet she's kept her class the whole way through. Hats off to her.

[@bhs761]

Tom i agree ... her version of YBR gives me the chills and i never thought I would like any version other than Elton's. Your culture description is accurate btw. Hope we get to chat at her concert one day !

[@74Voyeur]

She will go far indeed. I imagine that she wants to maintain some degree of control over her music and image, instead of being pigeon-holed and packaged, which seems to be common practice in the music industry.

[@wpl6661]

Pop music is like pop culture. Constantly changing. We remember it but only within a time frame that is limited. Connected to a moment in our life. But music that spans time and remains relevant is called classic or standard. Its appeal is universal and lasting because of its unique qualities. It spans generations and is rediscovered constantly. Remade to be enjoyed again. Pop music doesn't get remade at all if hardly ever. It's a one off. A single artist. It doesn't resonate.

[@rachelh2731]

The way Elton looks like a proud Guncle when Sara hits that perfect note. His adorable smile! Omg my damn heart!!! ♥️🎆

[@clair378]

The line, “You love me cause I’m fragile, when I though that I was strong” has got to hit different for cancer patients at a fundraiser like this. Amazing.

[@ieagcaoili7217]

I was so enamored by this song, I googled "gravity" and expected her song to come up first. Physics always lets me down.

[@hobostagg5402]

🤣that made my day thanks 😊

[@aro546]

Or you could say that Gravity got you down.

[@bluesquirrel2472]

@@aro546 hahahahahahahaa

[@timbir]

This comment is way too clever

[@caitlinbrown6324]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@1973cableguy]

Something always brings me back to Sara.

[@bustin9549]

Probably her insane talent and charisma

[@michaelblockley3910]

Me as well

[@spookymulder3010]

2020 here

[@azynx9]

Started crying when she sang, "One thing that I still know is that you're keeping me down," the last part of the bridge. It's just so beautiful.

[@TheOlandex]

You see that moment when she holds a big long note. Elton looks at her and smiles. And you know he remembers when he was the one holding such big notes at the mic. There's so much nuance happening here it is amazing. Sara is a force to be reckoned with and of course Sir Elton lending his voice makes it that much more special. Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!

[@ropi8739]

Yes, that's what I was thinking. You can see he's struggling with his rendition, his voice can't handle the song, but he's still that artist, and there's one decreasing while the other is rising. It's just natural, it commands respect and reflection, we are beholding at the mystery of time.

[@phoebea]

I like the end where Sara walks off stage during the applause and Sir Elton motions for her to come back to actually receive her applause. Class act!

[@BabyLambCreations]

Not gonna lie, it’s so unusual seeing Elton John singing while someone else is behind the piano and not him. XD Nevertheless, this is a performance to remember. Both Elton and Sara have very distinct and talented voices and they gave it their all. I could listen to this forever. God bless the two.

[@mgb5170]

The phrase "not going to lie" is so unhelpful

[@MAGAisacult]

Sara one of the most under rated vocalists in the world.

[@DavidDiMuzio]

Man, when Elton John sings it ...it suddenly sounds like an Elton John song 😳 ...That's a distinct vocal style. Wow.

[@kelliesharpe5333]

Right? But I wanted to hear more Sara............LOL!

[@seantodd8875]

It's a shame about Sir Elton's vocal damage. You can hear it here.

[@77Pinkcupcake]

This is the song I’ve requested at my funeral 💙

[@seantodd8875]

@@sarahsarah7597 I disagree. There are plenty of mature singers who don't have vocal damage, which is what this clearly is. And to be fair, I'm not saying he sounds bad AT ALL. He's still amazing.

[@satyabratamishra4670]

@@kelliesharpe5333 i wanted elton to sing all of it tbh lol

[@k9aid514]

To have Elton John praise you and sing one of your songs while you play the piano anything else is shit

[@mizofan]

shit, as in great?

[@sophiececile9946]

mizofan Probably meant “the shit”, which is good.

[@snidelywhiplash]

Missing some punctuation, I think: To have Elton John praise you and sing one of your songs while you play the piano - anything else is shit.

[@davidsigurthorsson2719]

True, until you realise he´s reading your lyrics from a page because he couldn't be bothered to memorise them.

[@snidelywhiplash]

@@davidsigurthorsson2719 You'd be amazed by how many artists have sheets or tablets running *their own* lyrics for live performances. That they'd need a guide for someone else's lyrics is completely unsurprising.

[@NWLaserImage]

I love that Sara looks truly star-struck and so humbled by who is singing her song with her and the obvious respect that Elton John shows when Sara hits "that note". Too often a duet seems to be a mini-competition and I saw none of that in this performance. Class acts, both of them!

[@tableofignorance]

So true. I guess this is what happens when both singers in the duet are confident that they have nothing to prove.

[@georgeharvey3062]

60!year old man here and I just love Sara’s voice, then as Elton John’s voice. Just magic!

[@zendayolo2403]

Even Elton John is 67 he still sings better than many singers these days.

[@electa7235]

Sorry if many of you cant look past the "physical", yes Elton has "aged" (happens to us all) but gosh! If you can look beyond and listen closely to all the love and respect that was shared there on stage. Watch Elton when Sarah hits those high notes and watch Sarah as Elton sings her song. It is a beautiful expression of love by both! I am sure that is what she wanted when she wrote song!

[@joancarlson1884]

He is a legend, age is a number...

[@vickiolson2012]

I started listening to Elton John when I was 7 years old. I was amazed by his costumes and his songs. I am 54 years old now and I love him just as much. I don't care that he's aged. He's still one of the greatest artists of all times.

[@lisalisgarciavillegas1178]

Well put & so TRUE!

[@nottmuk22]

Very well worded ty

[@satyabratamishra4670]

@@vickiolson2012 im only 15 and i love elton more than anything. not a day of my life goes without me listening to him. its been like that for the past 2 years. i love my life only cuz of him

[@brianborchardt7198]

Sara can seriously do no wrong. To anyone listening, if you haven't discovered her music, you are so missing out.

[@jerrynkathy]

Sarah has such a melodic voice that I could listen to her all day. That guy, Elton John...he has a future in the music industry too (wink, wink).

[@HettiedeKorteDiplomaat]

Great, sir Elton likes her version of Yellow Brick Road. Boy, this girl can sing.

[@rickcarter7495]

love it when Sara hits that 1 awesome note suddenly you see Elton change into a fan and spectator almost outside of himself appreciating how great that song is and how great Sara is....was great to see.

[@richardwhite2344]

I admire Elton's humbleness. He is great and Sara is so awesome. Gravity is one of my favorite songs, such a gorgeous song. Sara is so very beautiful as well!!!!!

[@xtop23]

still.... everytime she hits that crescendo on "down" she rips a tear out of my eyes. its impossible to resist.

[@cesarrolandoarevaloromero6197]

Me too .beautiful and sad.

[@cammersg3923]

Elton watching like a proud dad! What a man. What a performance 😍😍

[@amythinks]

Remember Sara singing this baby at Spring Sing at UCLA. Needless to say, Clive Davis was a judge and the girl won. I had no idea when we sat next to each other in choir what she would become! Great job, Sara.

[@chrisandviccoughlin734]

Sarah is a ridiculous talent, her songwriting and piano and singing is a trinity in and of itself. That said, it was really something to have Elton recognize those talents, and add a certain gravitas to her prose, much to her delight, and it was one of the most enjoyable collaborations I've seen on You Tube in quite awhile!

[@bigwave476]

I had the absolute please of meeting Sara Bareilles at the Waitress London Stage Door after seeing her play Jenna in the show this afternoon. First of all, the fact that she has the patience and energy to do a 2 and a half hour show and then come out to sign over 200 peoples programmes, stopping to have a very personal talk with every single individual is just so incredibly kind, she even had another show to do that day which is just incredible. I stood and chatted to her about the fact that I wanted to be a musician when I was older but couldn't read music where she reassured me that she couldn't either and told me "You do you, bae". After signing in her own black pen, she realised the other cast signed in silver and said "Oh, sorry did you want me to sign in Silver?" I said that it didn't matter but she insisted on signing it again in silver which was SUPER sweet. She was so lovely and her performance as Jenna was just astonishing. My best friend and I were both literally sobbing at her She Used To Be Mine. Gravity is a song that was one of the first of Sara's that I discovered and something just made me connect with it, even though I have never experienced heartbreak like the song suggests. There is something truly magical about Sara's Bareilles' music and voice. Who decided that our earth should be graced with someone like her? It's just beautiful. Something always brings me back to the music of Sara. Thank you, Sara From the bottom of my heart. Thank you.

[@janiceholmes5198]

This song hits me, so incredibly deeply. The message is something that I think that all of us can identify with, in one way or another. I am so happy that Sara and Sir Elton were so blessed to have the opportunity to make beautiful music together! This was EPIC and so very beautiful!

[@bamboozledbob3298]

I love Elton's reaction at 4:30. He is like "Can you believe this girl?"

[@liquidone2908]

The purest magic on display right here, from Eltons intro, to Sara's held note towards the end and then the congratulations they offered each other in the outro. That was beautiful 💝

[@littleripper312]

Man she must have been blown away having Elton sing her song. He's obviously an idol to her and having his respect like that, well, you can see it in her face. So cute ;)

[@King_Colombia_Inc]

*THE CAPTAIN AND THE QUEEN* I *WORSHIP* Elton, and seeing him sing with the cutest, and equally talented Sara is simply a dream come true. Would i give my soul to see these two write songs together with Bernie Taupin of course. 🥰😍❤️💖

[@MrKenh63]

This actually brought me to tears. I grew up listening to Elton John and I love Sara Bareilles. She is an amazing beautiful artist.

[@paulflipse3353]

I love Sara's expression while Elton's singing. She has this huge smile on her face. And after when they're taking bows. I mean, I've never met someone I idolized, much less got the chance to work with them (or be publicly complimented by them). It's just really cool to see her enjoying such a special moment.

[@gkmandymoo]

I have a very active imagination - but I CANT EVEN IMAGINE! To sing with Elton John???? To play the piano for him????? To have him say he loves your version of his song!!!!!!!!!! I can’t even....

[@ennaer1612]

This song holds me without touch and keeps me without chains. I never wanted anything so much.

[@Sleepybear127]

He made her blush. What an HONOR it had to be for a living LEGEND to be singing one of her most beautiful ballads just 20 feet away. Wow....just WOW. Sara is QUICKLY becoming one of our national treasures!!!!

[@carterbuddy]

Does she even know HOW good she is?!?! Certain notes she hits make me cry because they are just so pure

[@janices6140]

Two extremely talented artists. I grew up singing Elton John's songs. And, Sara's music is a part of my list of contemporary songs I love to sing. I'm overjoyed to have found this.

[@philodox7599]

How the hell is her voice so good? holy crap.

[@dosenwurst101]

I love Eltons voice now more than in the 1980's. This strong deep voice is just beautiful, especially in his slow ballades

[@sharylgamble9981]

What a great song! Singing with Elton John would be a great honor!

[@philippang07]

I love any singer who feels the lyric. Sara really "feels" the lyric when she sings. As for Sir Elton John - he's legend. And still sounds great. :) I hope I can croak when 67.

[@_bestcatdad]

I love his reaction to her "down". Oh my gosh

[@renyhutagalung7429]

My only saying after listened to this was just WOW.... You are really a great person, Sir Elton John. 🌞🌞🌞

[@angelopolo3761]

I'm so freaking in love with that belt she did

[@OU812..]

Her voice is heavenly 😍

[@walterdiurno8951]

Sara rendition of Gb yellow brick road is stunning , moving and absolutely the best.

[@randygyver]

You know who sings Sara Bareilles songs better than she does? Nobody!

[@deirdremerritt9673]

Elton sings from his soul it’s so emotional. Brilliant Sara

[@tessatidong3125]

Something always brings me back to you It never takes too long No matter what I say or do I'll still feel you here 'till the moment I'm gone You hold me without touch You keep me without chains I never wanted anything so much than to drown in your love And not feel your reign Set me free, leave me be I don't want to fall another moment into your gravity Here I am, and I stand So tall, just the way I'm supposed to be But you're on to me and all over me Oh, you loved me 'cause I'm fragile When I thought that I was strong But you touch me for a little while And all my fragile strength is gone Set me free, leave me be I don't want to fall another moment into your gravity Here I am, and I stand So tall, just the way I'm supposed to be But you're on to me and all over me I live here on my knees as I try to make you see That you're everything I think I need here on the ground But you're neither friend nor foe though I can't seem to let you go The one thing that I still know is that you're keeping me down You're keeping me down, eh ooh You're on to me, on to me, and all over Something always brings me back to you It never takes too long

[@kujmous]

Give this a +1 if you eyes did the cry thing when she hit that note, too. Just taking a poll.

[@YOassron]

Can you see me? :O

[@jak30341]

This is such a magical song when she sings it, it’s so nice to hear Elton John again. Sara your voice is like liquid gold here.

[@danternosky5476]

The way she looks at him and the way he watches her hit her notes....toooooo beautiful. Glorious.

[@dennisasiimwe9315]

I LOVE how she plays the piano. Her chords a rich, and not too busy...

[@aps01]

still here listening in 2019!who else is on?

[@mysticsmb]

This is awesome...but I was DYING for them to harmonize. Wonder why they didn't??

[@kateroberts7772]

mysticsmb 9

[@theusaosb]

Maybe they didn't have time to work on that.

[@drooplepup]

Their voices doesnt just have that harmony that you look for in a duet.

[@claudiaykm]

Sometimes, I feel songs can be much more powerful and emotional without harmonies, only voices and 1 instrument.

[@tedrock2708]

mysticsmb ikr

[@AAwildeone]

WOW for Sir Elton to give up the piano....she's gotta be amazing

[@musicstewart9744]

And for Reginald to sing someone else's song.

[@BenjiDarius]

He's sung a lot of artists songs

[@Betelgeu5e]

My 2 favourite song writers... very spiritual performance.

[@anamelissarivera767]

She giggles nervously at the end. I'm soooo happy for Sara. :)

[@craigdunk]

What am amazing duet and pairing. Two people that have changed the world!

[@ElizabethDwelleJewelry]

Love them!

[@cspasm59]

Two outstanding artists. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world.

[@hullaballoo9703]

Sara’s sustain is just sublime

[@ioleacouto5024]

Que emoção gigante!!! Amo esta música!!!❤️

[@effiemooney8477]

I love them both sooo much, TY!!!

[@fennesseysosa3376]

Yes I'm living for this duet

[@asianinky]

Wow! Took my breath away...when two gifted artistes collaborate, magic happens

[@yusofffawzul]

Something always brings me back to you. It never takes too long. No matter what I say or do I'll still feel you here 'til the moment I'm gone. You hold me without touch. You keep me without chains. I never wanted anything so much Than to drown in your love and not feel your rain. [CHORUS:] Set me free, Leave me be. I don't wanna fall another moment into your gravity Here I am and I stand so tall, just the way I'm supposed to be. But you're on to me and all over me. Oh, you loved me 'cause I'm fragile When I thought that I was strong. But you touch me for a little while And all my fragile strength is gone. [CHORUS] I live here on my knees As I try to make you see That you're everything I think I need here on the ground. But you're neither friend nor foe Though I can't seem to let you go. The one thing that I still know is that you're keeping me down. You're keeping me down, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah You're on to me, on to me, and all over... Something always brings me back to you. It never takes too long

[@MrDLive]

Two of my favorites! An incredible rendition

[@craftyladybug411]

One of my all time favorite songs. 💕💕💕

[@itaniskova8298]

this song always bring tears to my eyes

[@jamesleveridge1107]

Classic song - one my favs of all time. Grew up a huge Elton fan. Now a huge Sara fan. A duet on a classic song for me is . . . . UNBELIEVABLE

[@lfletch2773]

They're both AMAZING. I think he prefers HER version of his song. HaHa.

[@willkinney5051]

I love this performance... Just watch how he stops to look at her when she hits the word "down"... He knows instantly that he has to see it. So cool to see these two together- amazing talents from different generations

[@flynnxv]

i love them both. this is beautiful.

[@sueweisberg1474]

Love her song Brave Talented young lady

[@porororz8642]

this is too beautiful. I'm crying 💛💛

[@ariel3725]

I really love this song. Whenever I feel down, I listen to her album, and this song gives me the chills every time.

[@ChrisAdshead]

amazing, what a gift you have Sarah x

[@patrickboyle2567]

Sir Elton, in addition to being a master of the medium, has always recognised and supported up and coming talented artists.

[@toddeidson7520]

How beautiful is this 😍💗the tears are falling

[@sayusayme7729]

Just love them so much, what a treat. Thank you

[@dinelson1830]

Just sooooo beautiful!!

[@horsecrazy2266]

I was waiting for elton john to shatter my dreams about sara because his voice is usually so much better than the person he's singing with, but it didn't happen. Wow. I love her so much

[@mizofan]

+horsecrazy2266 He's getting older and his voice isn't so great these days, but still ok and at times surprisingly strong for someone now aged 69..

[@horsecrazy2266]

mizofan I agree

[@satyabratamishra4670]

bruh he still sounded wonderful.

[@horsecrazy2266]

@@satyabratamishra4670 oh i know, it was just the fact that hers is so good

[@jessicafernando]

After so many years, this song still gets to me

[@sharlasmith9601]

jessicafernando this is my favorite of hers and I totally agree with you every time I hear it something about it shakes my core

[@annielouise2016]

Magnifiques tous les 2

[@gingerofsaratogapark]

goosebumps and tears

[@andreaandino1381]

I have always loved this song, ever since I first heard it and it never fails to bring tears to my ears... This was not an exception! Such beautiful talent!

[@tomravenscraft3582]

So great. Elton started off like “Elton” but then it turned into a Cinatra vibe and I loved it. My god

[@megangray7769]

Love this!!

[@matildabond..2390]

such a beautiful song xxx