Ben Platt and Cynthia Erivo Perform 'You're All I Need to Get By' | NEXT at the Kennedy Center

Watch NEXT at the Kennedy Center: Cynthia Erivo & Friends, A New Year's Eve Celebration at www.pbs.org/show/next-kennedy...
Tony Award winners Cynthia Erivo and Ben Platt fill the stage with joy as they perform the classic Soul hit “You’re All I Need to Get By”. The song tells a story of an unbreakable bond between soul mates, told through the voices of two friends with unwavering support for one another. NEXT at the Kennedy Center brings in the New Year with unforgettable performances by Cynthia Erivo, Ben Platt, and Joaquina Kalukango filled with love and hope.
Cynthia Erivo, enchanting star of the stage and screen, invites you to ring in the New Year with her magnificent friends Ben Platt and Joaquina Kalukango as they bring their powerful voices and favorite songs to the Kennedy Center. Erivo takes the audience on a journey through a diverse repertoire of songs that have shaped her artistic sensibility from Broadway and Motown, to Rock and R&B.
Erivo has taken the world by storm since bursting onto the West End and Broadway stages in The Color Purple. An actress, singer, author, and producer, Erivo has received worldwide critical acclaim for her work, including Grammy®, Emmy®, and Tony® Awards.
Joining Erivo are her friends Tony®, Grammy®, and Emmy® Award winner Ben Platt and Tony®, Drama Desk® and Outer Critics Circle® Award winner Joaquina Kalukango. Ben Platt, known for his groundbreaking role in Dear Evan Hansen, has seamlessly transitioned from Broadway to the big screen with the film adaptation of the musical. His contributions to theater, film, and music, including chart-topping albums, highlight his multifaceted talent. Kalukango made a name for herself with standout performances in Broadway productions like Paradise Square and Slave Play. Her diverse talents have also been showcased in films like One Night in Miami and television series such as Lovecraft Country.
This New Year’s event will be a celebration of music in its purest form, with each artist bringing their own personal touch to the stage.
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[@zoecunningham3019]

They complimented each other with a well harmonized blend. Neither attempting to outdo the other, overpowering or singing louder. Wonderful performance

[@thunderousapplause]

Bc they’re theatre actors. They know how to do.lab.or.ate. ❤

[@theycallmejondoenow]

compl*e*mented 😊

[@TonyGloUTube]

@@thunderousapplause thanks, genius. doesn't mean you cannot compliment them. What compels people to be so damned obnoxious. Get a life.

[@brianborchardt7198]

​@@TonyGloUTubeI believe they did compliment them. What's you're issue?

[@charleneelovitz3738]

The backup singers also make it a great rendition!!

[@sassyx2048]

They most certainly did. They were awesome.

[@gwesaugust2489]

Yaas, and the orchestra!

[@MissLolaElle]

They were smooooove!

[@kkp1066]

Their voices blend well together. Great job!

[@rodericwalter2862]

I am impressed -- beautiful.

[@rosshowarth3266]

Now that's a duet. You can tell they enjoyed the shit out of it too

[@elizabethwelch818]

Beautiful collaboration! I love how Ben is only 30 years old and totally gets the "sounds" that came before him. He's got a lot of soul.

[@sassyx2048]

30 yrs old? Wow he does look older but bravo to him he got the sound.

[@NellieOlsen]

It's the beard. He has a baby face under the fur

[@tthom2459]

Awesome! Cynthia could sing the damn phonebook and be fabulous. They harmonize quite nicely.

[@MississippiGirl0103]

😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤ Truth

[@Guyzemail]

What’s with the nose ring

[@shood35]

They were just beautiful together. Their voices and energy blended so well. Bravo!

[@sassyx2048]

I love the cream coloured outfits really complimented their look and performance.

[@stuartdavis5005]

I don't know who the genius was who paired these two but, wow, that's a duo I'd love to hear more from. Perfect from start to finish. Everything came together to make this an outstanding performance. Bravo!

[@OnlyChild68]

Was just watching another duet from them - they bonded when their theatres were across the way in The Colour Purple and Dear Evan Hansen

[@Miss_Camel]

They’ve done quite a few performances together

[@sydneyreid7401]

They sound so good omg their voices blend so well

[@notevenalittle8363]

I have NO idea Ben Platt had THAT voice. Amazing pairing.

[@danamartinez7840]

Whattt? He is known exactly for that amazing voice!! "Dear Evan Hansen" is just 👌🏼

[@GraciesMom]

God they sound great together-though I think Cynthia’s voice is better suited for this song. But hey, I’m here for it!!!! And not only do they represent England, Nigeria, USA, black folks, white folks, and Broadway, but they’re both part of the LGBTQ community! Represent!! Happy New Year All!!!!!!🎉❤🏳️‍🌈🇳🇬🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@waymonholt7186]

" I think Cynthia’s voice is better suited for this song".........nicely said.

[@Ariesboy4u]

It was ok she had to hold back because of him though

[@alicee3670]

@@Ariesboy4ugood singing is knowing when to hold back and when to belt it out. There’s nothing wrong with a more restrained performance

[@m2portal610]

And Jewish! Great harmonies…in every way!

[@Ariesboy4u]

@@alicee3670 she's not really a belt it out she just puts her spin on it but she sang it how the song was made by the originals I always look forward to seeing the artists own interpretation

[@marilyntaylor223]

Individually and collectively, they are excellent. The backup singers complimented them beautifully.

[@karmaoutlaw]

Two vocal champions!

[@nomathembandlovu790]

She jumped for that hug,I wil too after that collaboration,you blended very well

[@quinnhen2325]

They’re fantastic together!!!

[@ericavillanueva6983]

She’s such an enthralling vocalist.

[@linedanzer4302]

They can go ahead and record this cover! I love it!!

[@stevehorstman9477]

They are huge fans of each other. Image 30 years of signing collabs in our future. I'm here for it!!!

[@thunderousapplause]

Take my money right now for those albums

[@paengjones8081]

This is what a cool morning drive on sunday sounds like.

[@TrayAndIanBwayShow]

A duo i never knew that I needed

[@user-fq7vs2de8u]

Excellent cover of this Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson hit. Hope to hear more duets from Cynthia Erivo and Ben Platt.

[@karenbrown4298]

Oh wow, I don't think I even have the words to describe how fantastic this was. Kudos to both Ben and Cynthia.

[@lorrainewilson5234]

Wow, beautiful. This needs a standing ovation

[@user-ff2lb1bo9e]

She is vocal master

[@kimamethyst6338]

this was a great match. They harmonized well. great performance.

[@user-nm8ct9cj9t]

I'm obsessed with this combo! Wish they would release this into Spotify - All of Cynthia's performances too!

[@tabathaspencer2127]

Chills...

[@cmecre8629]

another Kennedy Center classic

[@preacher_chick]

I have heard the original so many times, I am in my head comparing, it is a Standard & a Classic, Rest In Peace Marvin & Tammy 🤍🕊️🤍

[@DivinelyKreated1219]

Benji you better sang boy 💃🏾🕺🏿

[@jvarious8665]

Love them both! Excellent job from 2 Broadway stars!!!

[@johnosam4681]

Two broadway superstar, I could not ask for more this year❤❤❤

[@inga5383]

This man's voice oh my gosh😊❤

[@gwesaugust2489]

My gosh, this was heavenly.

[@cathyclark9653]

Both of these artists are incomparable!

[@miu0miu]

that was fucking gorgeous

[@TonyGloUTube]

PURRRRRR-FECTIOON. Smooth as a cat momma's purr, sweet as a kitten. Cynthia and Ben are the cat's meow...LOL...TRULY! I'd love to see these two star in the same Broadway show. And...HUGE SHOUT-OUT to the BAND, BACK-UP SINGERS, and SOUND ENGINEERS. It's so tough to get everything lined up as perfect as it was here. KENNEDY CENTER ENGINEERS & PROFESSIONALS ARE THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS! (And know, I don't get paid to say that...I have just listened to a mess of performances over the years. I have been a radio producer and engineer and know how hard it is to balance so many different voices, instruments, etc. live on stage). THIS IS TOP NOTCH STUFF HERE AND I HOPE FOLKS APPRECIATE HOW HARD THE FOLKS BEHIND THE SCENES WORK. Thanks, Kennedy Center for posting all these amazing talented people doing what they love.

[@MusicIsLifesStory]

Waited so long to hear Ben sing this song! So incredibly talented, as a singer myself, it makes me so happy to so what hard work and time can do to a voice!

[@bbass1421]

Whitney and Aretha had their moment but have moved on to make room for his lady. Her range is phenomenal. 😊

[@fraracci]

Wow❤😂

[@louis.sela04]

Ben and Cynthia❤️❤️❤️

[@andreamasone4616]

This is absolutely glorious!

[@obajeshadrach575]

Wow This is over the roof

[@hiatusmode989]

Omg two of my favs❤️❤️🫰🏻🫰🏻

[@tonydatiguh]

THIS WAS AMAZING!

[@normasarno27]

What a beautiful voice he has ❤❤❤❤

[@MrTommieadamsphoto]

They sang that song!!!!

[@steveogee7458]

How 'bout that?! Big love, Steveo Gee.

[@leighannhayward7049]

How did I not know the talent that Ben Platt has??

[@timcox1179]

Me either! I can not believe I missed this guys enormous talent.

[@tupscolls776]

Wow! 🤩 🤩🤩😍😍😍💙💙💙😇

[@tishw4576]

Record and release immediately!!!!

[@jeannielemesurier1414]

Love Cynthia Eriva!!!!!

[@sydneyreid7401]

Me too

[@triffus]

Erivo. But yes! Me too!

[@neshkiersten]

This deserves 1m views cmn people 😅

[@janicescott-pair97]

Wonderful harmony. Cynthia looks fantastic!😊

[@user-ed8cf5eo5f]

Bravo!

[@A.F.U-A]

A perfect duet beautifully accompanied by the rest of the team. Beauty. Pure beauty.

[@chibaz8882]

Ben!!! 🔥

[@user-dt9gi9fp8o]

WOW que hermoso, un canto magistral...from Mexico

[@ccchag6087]

Ben Platt! Just watch him shine! Life just got brighter. 🎊🎉❤

[@antm64]

Love hearing these 2 voices together...nice sound!

[@CJ-dg3bm]

Her gown

[@susanqtips]

I loved these two individually, together they are incredible. More please

[@kevinmbp]

THE COLLABORATION THAT I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!! 🥹❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@M14r5z9]

What a great song.

[@leslieannseegobin7742]

Wonderful duet . Everyone who worked on this is brilliant.

[@g.e.v9836]

Who knew these two voices would complement each other so beautifully! Wonderful Performance 🎉

[@acoleman6621]

Harpo who dis man? When I saw the coupling I said who are they pairing the great Erivo with? I wasn't disappointed. To the stylist for this duo, kudos!

[@NeonPixels81]

Damn, their voices compliment one another SO perfectly. Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful.

[@debiarmstrong1361]

Love Ben Platts voice and movements while singing - he is top talent and gets so into his performances!! He has moved very high on my bucket list of performers I must see on person! 3:00

[@belanteomero]

a perfect blend

[@michaelflinn7784]

The perfect pairing. Brilliant 😍

[@sherricason1548]

They did a very good rendition of this classic 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@sharondelgado337]

❤I love these two, they deserve all the credit as the masterful performers they are❤️

[@thunderousapplause]

YASSSSSS HONEY. Excellence.

[@eileenchmielewski1420]

Beautiful

[@mharley3791]

He has such an interest vibrato

[@darnbaby26ca5]

Just wow!!

[@hiatusmode989]

I wanna cry 😫😫🥹

[@Dienidine]

Was this a hybrid, coz how did they get the 70's sound? It's sooo beautifully put together 👏

[@oc5939]

You betta sing Ben Platt. 💓

[@jonldn]

Had the pleasure of watching this special tonight. Her power and understanding of every song she sings (and performs ) is joyous and beyond comparison as she is clearly aware of the shoulders of the great ladies who came before her. ( I spied a tattoo of Ladyday on her arm as testament to this). My only gripe is that the concert was clearly longer and I selfishly wanted to savour more of this ladies talents .

[@really49]

Look for her concert at Royal Albert Hall if you have not seen it. It's here on KZbin, and it's fantastic.

[@jonldn]

Thanks yes seen that and again annoyed with myself for not going!!!! Happy New Year!@@really49

[@doricetimko5403]

Beautiful. Thank you❤

[@kimgarrproperties6798]

Bravo!!!! Love her dress too!

[@joycelockett7032]

They sound awesome together, but Cynthia's vocals are pure🔥!!!

[@GaleH]

So happy to see Ben is back. Hurray for us humans.

[@maxinnelyon1546]

🎶Perfection 🎶

[@jamieodo]

The best rendition since marvin and tammi in 1967 on fire!

[@kareng2281]

You can see they knew they nailed it by their reaction at the end 🎶👏🎶

[@steveogee7458]

Awesomeness ❤ Perfection . Thank you 👍

[@playinthedark3054]

Keep coming back to hear this. Breathtaking!!

[@jamieodo]

Valerie Simpson -- It must feed deeply good to hear this generation carry forth your musical masterpeices with such spirit and love -- songs forever from Nick and Val

[@EruvieBruinen]

Absolutely beautiful ❤😊

[@carolinag211]

Amazing Duet!! Sounds great!!🎉🎉🎉❤

[@bernardp.1299]

Wow! I wish I was there

[@andreadaniel8792]

WOWOWOW! What a wonderful rendition!

[@ellev8032]

Best duet cover of a perfect love song.❤. Thank you.

[@brian_champagne6178]

Ben & Cynthia are two of my favorite singers! 💜💜💜

[@swannyriver75]

Ohhhhhhh weeeeeeee they sound good !!! Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell would be proud ❤❤❤

[@rachaelbruesch6306]

This gave me chills! 😍

[@julioquintana6862]

Amazing band great backup singers and these two right in front sweet medicine for my ears!