(Not) Getting Married Today - Carol Burnett - Company

[@williamskelton325]

I lost it when she asked the singer "are you in there"

[@seantodd8875]

"the singer" is the legendary Ruthie Henshall. Best recognize.

[@itstheburnz]

this song has been done to death! Leave it to Carol to do it her way.. she has always been the queen of mimicry.. and slowing it down you can hear all the words.. and yet she found new laughs spots in it.. genius..

[@34beckbeck]

Brent Edwards disagree its supposed to be quick and punchy....she does DEFINITLY make it funnier but she ruins it also...

[@bigred8432]

rebecca haycraft the entire point of the show was to look at the songs in a different way.

[@martinblanco2818]

to you're point, I've never heard it at the same tempo as the original featuring Beth Howland (although I'm sure it's been done). Still, it's not slow, and what a treat to have an extra nanosecond to absorb every word. Carol Burnett's performance is excellent and I'm glad it is preserved for the ages.

[@joelabramson6180]

As Carol Buenet clearly states to the brides maide " Are You In There...." Only she could provide what I think is a clear added line to convey the notion of what happens on a wedding day. Is those lines in the original lyrics?

[@carolineh648]

I keep seeing that people are saying that Carol's version is slower than the original. She's probably doing it slower so people can understand her, to put more comedy into it, and to do her own version of the song. I personally love the original and this one.

[@JenniferWGrossSings]

A FandomedThespian It appears that everyone is singing their parts at a faster tempo and Carol is slower- probably for comedic effect, like you previously mentioned.

[@BellasielBOB]

It's true. In an interview she did about this show, she asked for it to be slowed down so that people could understand all of the lyrics because they were so hilarious!

[@TheBlueJayStar]

Lewis Keyes So are you claiming Carol Burnett knows better than Stephen Sondheim? Love Carol, but I think Sondheim knows his own work best. (Not saying she's not allowed to do her own spin- but having a preference for the speed of the original is a completely acceptable stance)

[@lewiskeyes9683]

I am saying Sindheim is a bore and he couldnt shine Caril Burnetts shoes as far as talent.

[@TheBlueJayStar]

Lewis Keyes See Carol is great, but that's just flat out wrong.

[@kfedup27]

In the interview on the DVD, Carol is very honest about the fact that she asked them to slow the song for her. When asked if she thought she could sing, her response was, "Loudly." She is doing what every entertainer SHOULD do. She is having fun doing something she loves and inviting us to have fun with her. She made it her own in a way only Carol Burnett can. Yes, it's not everyone's cup of tea. I love her and the performance. But...as is the case with the rest of us, it's only my opinion.

[@srtopo24]

Carol puts her own spin on this fun song. Yes it's slower than usual but holds up nicely. One version doesn't have to be 'better' than another; they just offer something different. Beth Howland, the original set the frantic pace. Madeline Kahn does a terrific frantic almost deadpan interpretation. Another version I saw here on KZbin has the singer doing a very frantic crazy version. All have their merits!!! Enjoy them all!!!

[@decadencewhimsyandsarcasm]

Carol absolutely knows her strength is the comedy over the tempo, and she plays it to perfection.

[@decadencewhimsyandsarcasm]

i also quite like that because she takes it slower, she can add some melodic feel to a song thats almost always straight patter in the verses

[@richardholmesmusic2128]

I saw the original in 1970 and NOT A WORD OF IT could be understood. I learned the words finally by repeated listening, but it is so much better for the audience to be able to catch so many quick laughs. Most versions find something fun and new and Burnett's version has a lot of wonderful inflections and many of her beloved vocal quirks. Great job!

[@decadencewhimsyandsarcasm]

Mad props to Ruthie for keeping a straight face with Carol right there lol

[@darcybrummett7004]

Callum Yeah, no kidding!

[@funnygil0046]

She nearly broke Barrowman.

[@decadencewhimsyandsarcasm]

@@funnygil0046 (lovingly) im sure theres a joke about a ham carving up a ham there, acting wise lol

[@decadencewhimsyandsarcasm]

side note: carol definitely took this slower than the top tier amys, singing-wise. but of course utterly unmatched comedically

[@donnalichvarcik9358]

Queen Carol has done it all acting singing comedy behind the movie magic making and making us love her for 90 years and counting and still making us laugh forever and always 😊👑

[@lesliebest6995]

I love Carol Burnett to pieces. She was hysterical in this skit. I have heard many singers sing this song before but I have to give my props to Beth Howland, the original Amy. No one but no one handled that frenzied pace the way she did. She was BRILLIANT.

[@showtunesrock1]

I love how she doesn't have to hit any correct notes in this song but she's hilarious and this is one of the best versions I've seen.

[@PeanutsAssorted]

Carol is so good, if you watch John at the back you can see him just breaking character and enjoying Carol's performance

[@donnalichvarcik9358]

Our favorite badass red headed queen 👑 of comedy Carrol Burnett

[@cappygirl8]

I love how John flinches when Carol says "oh shut up!"

[@SongbirdZingara]

3:07 is my favorite part especially John Barrowman's reaction when Carol Burnett screams "OH SHUT UP!!" :)

[@beccasalts2829]

she's a genius I swear.....only carol could pull that off....well and if she was still with us Lucille Ball would've been hilarious to do this.

[@timlester1867]

I don't think the song was written for a basso profundo...

[@danielydia2806]

Proof that this woman will forever be one of the most legendary performers of all time. She is one of the reasons I pursued theatre and comedy.

[@Caroux84]

The comedic timing in this is of the quality that only Carol Burnett can provide. Is the song flawlessly performed? No. Not by a long shot. But the acting is so brilliant that one forgets.

[@goblueinga]

I love being able to hear all the words. Thye are hysterical!

[@daniellemarie334]

Julie Andrews did this once... it would be so cool if they did it together!

[@Marcel_Audubon]

t ain't duet material

[@Breerox108]

+Marcel Audubon Sure it is, one of them would have to be paul :)

[@martakheyfets2235]

Danielle Urton I don’t think Julie Andrews can sing high notes after her surgery. She mostly acts now.

[@dmr11235]

Oh the list of people who’ve done it is absurd. Julie Andrews, Madeline Kahn, Patti LuPone

[@timbolester]

You can find Julie’s version on KZbin, also. She sings it very quickly but we can understand every word because her diction is impeccable.

[@Sparxe]

Absolutely stellar performance by Carol Burnett!

[@theevilqueenreadstoo]

1:48 I LOVE when she tries to look through the girl's ear xD

[@abriellerobare5465]

Omg Carol puts an amazing spin on this! I love all her different voices and how she makes it SO funny.

[@Terrrrry5]

I have to say I was expecting a "has been" and she KILLED this number. Brava!!!

[@tomkellycartoons]

Carol Burnett is no “has been,” Darling.

[@taralohman6492]

She could never be a has been, Carol Burnett is an “always is”!

[@gary1568]

To watch CB live is a gift. She doesn't have to open her mouth to make us laugh. Hope she comes out for one more theater experience. Limited engagement of course!

[@viciousv422]

Carol is beyond all words. I love you.

[@JLvatron]

Great singing, Cousin Balki!

[@Catharine58]

Carol Burnett ROCKS!

[@dslewinski]

I love Carol Burnett.. no one is as talented as her!! She is amazing.

[@maryphelps7381]

Such a versatile Performer ! Definitely one of Many Amazing Talents of her generation !

[@beffsmith95]

Oh Carol, Carol how you are so wonderful

[@austenluvr]

Carol gives a realness to this

[@matildekimmerle6607]

Sung by many - this is my favorite

[@gekost79]

I don't know if you have seen a better performance than this one from Carol! She is perfect!!!!

[@rawmamma]

Thanks for taking me down memory lane. Amy has to be on the top 5 favorite roles I ever played as an actor. Thank you Sondheim for your musical theatre genius and giving actors some of the most unique and incredible roles to play!

[@gekost79]

She .... is ... AMAZING !!!!

[@rizzo1000]

I recently got the cd of the original "Putting it together" with Julie Andrews. She did all three parts and FAST! It was amazing, I recommend listening to it once.

[@kimberlypont]

Ruthie Henshall singing the "Bless this day..." part!! and "Paul" is played by Bronson Pinchon! :-) LOVE this!

[@LisetteOropesaSoprano]

The woman is a comic genius.

[@Rheesoman]

lol how can you not like this? Are you in there?

[@markmh835]

Hahaha!! Touche!

[@HardRockMiner]

I used to watch Carol on her show with my mom was I was a kid. Carol always reminds me of my dear mom. I love them both.

[@DaughterofBabaYaga]

Hahaha this women is absolutely amazing! Talented and hilarous!!!

[@blueboyandthebandits872]

how amazing she is....what talent!

[@danieleveritt2823]

The BEST version of this song - ever!!!!

[@SeaTravelr123]

Idk who I like better. Beth Holland was sensational Madeline Kahn was hysterical and well Carol. OMG she’s just the best. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bunni3girl]

i still remember every word to this

[@daniellemarie334]

"are you in there" is something carol used to ask Julie all the time!

[@sparkonem]

So talented!

[@jigsawgizmo5882]

me: :20 recognizes John Barrowman (the living embodiment of the fangirl in all of us) and cannot stop watching his reactions to Carol Burnett for the rest of the clip. has to watch again.

[@gemmaskate]

I love this version, because it's not really good as far as the singing of it goes, and I mean that as a compliment. Like I've heard it really well sung before, but Carol does a great job of a) conveying Amy's hysteria, and b) making it really funny, and I think that's more important

[@christienelson1437]

This is more vaudeville like, the focus is on the humor of the situation not the vocal ranges.

[@dannysimion]

Hahaha. Carol’s version is too classic and hilarious!! One of the many reinterpretations of this song

[@Teezer44]

The best rendition..slowed down or not. Master comedienne.

[@johnflynn9619]

Carol has a Beautiful Voice & is Very Funny.

[@ChloeCC3]

She is Bloody Brilliant!!!

[@meenyminymoe]

She really put a new spin on this great Broadway tune, and it worked beautifully. Loved it!

[@valedictorian2004]

This has got to be the funniest thing I have ever seen, OMG I love Carol Burnett!!!!!!

[@ReemThearab]

She is truly amazing

[@Danny79]

Carol is just brilliant!

[@mattdeans9873]

AAA+ Thank you for posting this! What a brilliant rendition. An extremely difficult number to begin with, Carol proves herself not just a variety show comedienne. Brava!!!

[@jessicazeller8060]

Is that Ruthie Henshall as the choir singer?

[@thatsmartblonde]

This is amazing. Plus this is the first time I've been able to hear each individual word and I've seen various productions.

[@sarahmoviereviewer4109]

Carol and madeline kahn do this song so well

[@Eclectic999]

Carol Burnett is a treasure

[@megalulubear]

Carole totally rocks this. I hate it when it goes too fast and you can't hear the lyric. And am I hearing Ruthie Henshal singing the high part there? And being told to go home! Beautiful! I don't know how anyone does this song, honestly. I once heard a pro singer in a concert try this one and she totally lost it, poor woman, I felt so sorry for her, it was just a mess. Leave it to Carol to do the best version I know!

[@GastonCordobez]

best version so far

[@ameliamooneyham6935]

She's so wonderful !! I pray I every night to meet her !!! So I know I will !!

[@alexandradarcyhaddad]

oh my gosh so good

[@eventingirl001]

This version and Madeline Kahn's I think are the greatest version!. Madeline's is the traditional, frenetic version. Carol's is more realistic and her humor just shines through!

[@victordunson719]

That was freakin Incredible

[@maisiesummers42]

Is the guy in the blue vest Bronson Pinchot?

[@drednm]

Burnett is brilliant.... talk about TALENT!

Can we just agree that both Carol and Ruthie are amazing Carol is a legend, but also for Ruthie to keep a straight face the entire time with Carols antics

[@lindaeasley4336]

Carol knocks this out of the park . I saw the Pratt Family Singers video ( Sound of Music parody she and Julie did in 1962 on stage at Carnegie Hall ) and she was amazing. She wasn't going through the motions in her role .She added her own touch with comedic gestures and wacky sound of her voice

[@MaAniFantasy]

still love it!

[@MaAniFantasy]

I simply adore this, still as funny as when I first watched it many years ago!

[@LeftofWrong]

I. Love. Carol Burnett.

[@sashaanne703]

I love this song, but somehow had not seen this version of it before. I think I love this song even more now, precisely because it is performed very differently from what is usual. It helps that Carol Burnett is a comic genius.

[@itsmytube62]

Brilliant

[@jezt42]

Love both Carol and Madeline's versions: I reckon it works best when the speed is quick but not so quick you miss the fab lyrics.

[@troubledone5334]

Check out Julie Andrews version.

[@sierrabinion4586]

Love this.!!!!

[@zzzut]

I like that she sings it a little slower than most. Patter songs don’t have to be so fast nobody understands a word the singer utters. Great job.

[@DrewWasMe]

So much fun put into this reading of the song! Carol has always been a singer, even if she herself doesn't own up to it. Great!

[@cristianrey4616]

I can't stop laughing everytime i see this version!!! Amazing and hilarious performance!!

[@margaretcwalters]

what a great talent carol burnett is

[@CaraPicone]

Go-O can’t you go-O?!?! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@annli9895]

ple-EA-se on my k-NEE-s there's a human life at stake xD

[@kandyappleview]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@imagaybanana2004]

Ann Li w-HY watch me d-IE like Eliza on the ice

[@Etheline]

the *Good Bye* is fabulous...the all is fabulous!

[@dsativa3355]

(to the note on speed) i LOVE madeline kahn's version/rendition of this song...it's an absolute favorite!!!

[@ShanteYouStay]

Soooooooo delightful!

[@chimeforest]

The performance is great... But the automatic captions are pure gold!

[@singe0diabolique]

That was amazing!

[@elisedesignss]

Carol is amazing but I had no idea Bronson Pinchot could sing like that!!

[@GuyMannDudeTheOnly]

Fantastic! Love it !!

[@lizzyluvscats17]

Awesome!

[@allanfisch]

Love this....Not as fast as Beth did it, but Carol brings, well, Carol to it...

[@waagzangertje]

*not possible to keep a straight face when watching this*

[@darcybrummett7004]

waagzangertje IKR!

[@scmalnis]

Wow, Carole is so talented! She can rap!!!!

[@lukemckenzie0121]

She really is a treasure

[@voulafisentzidis8830]

Love thia version of a very complicated song. It's important for the lyrics to be heard.

[@meirasanya]

@Dancingfool721 I was trying to figure out how this was slowed down as I hadn't seen any other version. So I watched another video and you're right. But, to be honest, I like it slightly slower.

[@wisdompoop]

Two thumbs and two big toes up

[@shawnag84]

First time i have understood all the words!

[@bryanstein9240]

Lols 😂 the snoopy impression at 315is hilarious 😂