Opera Singer Reacts to Mariah Carey Anytime You Need a Friend | MASTERCLASS | Performance Analysis

[@tremaine861]

This is why only singers should judge Mariah. This is such a great analysis Jess. Thank you once again for sharing your insight and your knowledge.

[@mariahwhitneycelinejanetmadona]

Anyone with ears can judge

[@mademioselle7729]

@@mariahwhitneycelinejanetmadona but only vocalists can analyse a vocal performance.

[@mariahwhitneycelinejanetmadona]

@@mademioselle7729 I disagree. Does one have to be a certified chef in order to know what tastes good or not? No.

[@mademioselle7729]

@@mariahwhitneycelinejanetmadona anyone with ears can hear whether a performance is good or bad. but only a vocalist can breakdown a performance and hear and see things that amateurs cannot and vocalists understand the true complexity/simplicity of a performance. sure anyone with taste buds can say whether food tastes good or bad but then why isn’t everyone with functioning taste buds a food critic??

[@Diego-rz5ht]

She is a remix queen. She goes to studio to make new vocals, everything. Its a new song.

[@female1x]

No when Mariah remake a song it's hers now

[@whitneyhouston1122]

@@female1x What? Nobody said anything abt covers!

[@adawson001]

This comment is bullshit

[@kabelo_m]

🤣 Omg, fvck you mean? ​@@adawson001

[@Scott-yy]

If you didn't know "Anytime You Need A Friend" is Mariah writing to herself from the perspective of God. The song is essentially God speaking to her!!! Also, Mariah lovesss incorporating her remixes of songs with the original while performing live (it's because she re-sings for the remixes she does almost every time!!) The end of this performance is the Remix. It was also the closing of the show so it makes sense haha! But since this performance was in Japan and AIWFCIY was her biggest song there even in 1996 (Japan is always ahead of their time) she came back to close the show with All I Want For Christmas Is You as a surprise even though it was not Christmas haha. Mariah still transitions very often into head voice in between phrases it's part of her current music more than it ever was before the whole Caution album (2018) is mostly her in head voice/falsetto, she knows it's something very dear to her listeners and herself next to the whistle!

[@blueblackyellow]

I ALWAYS UNDERSTOOD THIS WRITING/MESSAGE CONCEPT FROM THE SONG! god speaking to human. wow

[@mariahwhitneycelinejanetmadona]

She doesn’t incorporate remixes that often tho

[@jayray652]

@@mariahwhitneycelinejanetmadona yes she does, This, My All, Joy to the world, Honey, Fantasy

[@DeadGiveAway.]

@@mariahwhitneycelinejanetmadona Between the vocal trinity Mariah is the singer that remixes most of her songs. In the 90s, if theres a Mariah #1 hit, best believe that theres a club remix version of that.

[@darylacesantos]

I love your conclusion. “Mariah Carey is Mariah Carey is Mariah Carey.” Period. ❤️

[@adiltonaranha9297]

I’m truly convinced that Mariah is not human. She leaves me speechless. Unbelievable. The single best singer to grace the face of the earth.

[@KingTIGERChannel]

She is literally a Vocal Beast! People should learn how to respect this woman. She is a rare gem that ever given to us. Mariah Carey ❤️❤️❤️

[@alfredoaguilar4639]

Amen

[@johnpauldagondong2720]

Mariah Carey is the queen of writing remixes. She's done a lot of remixes, re-recorded them, insert super difficult vocals. People should stop shitting her because the woman has given us more than enough quality content, and she's not even credited enough.

[@arturodelcastillo9191]

She sing like an Angel ❤

[@patuno335]

Her songs have got me through some tough times so maybe is an angel in a way

[@bentang4493]

Mariah really brought the "re-sung" remix into the mainstream with David Morales on "dreamlover" and "anytime you need a friend" continued it. Thought it was really smart of her to end the concert on such a high note. LOVE the technical perspective you gave to her vocal choices and prowess here. really allowed us music noobs to understand how and why she is such a spectacular talent.

[@raiderdanCA]

I've been following rock music since 1958 ... over the years I have seldom heard any song that could match the passion, power, and impact of this remarkable piece ... it's just STUNNING

[@Clipdojane]

Finally A new mariah carey reaction

[@LuisMiguelchart]

Bruno Mars is the only artist I can think of that prolongs his songs and adds things that aren’t in the studio version. The fact that he was inspired by MJ and Mariah Carey and other artist from that era it honestly makes sense. Mariah Carey still does this to this day. This year, she prolonged her song We Belong Together.

[@thecraftyvirgoat]

Bruno Mars is the musical love child of MJ and Mariah Carey 😄😄😄😄

[@marishkagranada7985]

Whoah.. I knew it I wasn't the only one who thought Bruno's vocal style sounds heavily inspired by both MJ and Mariah...

[@jayceebaguio]

THANK GOD SOMEBODY SAID THIS! ❤ I always thought that Bruno was inspired by Mariah.

[@Rivkah.Gamble]

Wow. Such an incredible analysis, yet again. I have nowhere near Mariah's vocal agility, but I love learning about How she does it! I haven't heard this version of the song before, either! I love the dance break at the end. Thank you so much for the reminder that even professionals at the top of their game are still human and that every performance doesn't have to be perfect every single time! Needed that today. 💛

[@Rosannasfriend]

You say it was a great analysis sis… But she’s only premiering the video now!

[@Rivkah.Gamble]

@@Rosannasfriend Jess offers her patrons on Patreon an early viewing. It's an awesome opportunity and there are a bunch of other perks, too! You should come join us! Lol. And, there's a discord, ijs. 🤘🏾

[@Fan-vv8wb]

The greatest vocalist of all time

[@yardengali]

🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@alfredoaguilar4639]

@@yardengali yes the best ……no fucking one can touch her .

[@yardengali]

@@alfredoaguilar4639 Not while they are fucking no. Not even if they are fucking her. Because she by far isn't the "greatest vocalist of all time". Not only were there greater vocalists before her and during her 5 years at her best and after those short 5 years, we now have Dimash. We used to have Al Jarreau. Two singers who spring to mind for really obviously being more skilled vocalists. The very minimum one should be able to say of anyone worthy of such a title as " greatest vocalist ever" would be that one can state with some confidence that they could have been singers at any time in history. Or at least say any time during the last few hundred years. A singer as dependent on modern technology as Mariah, based on that alone, isn't even in the running therefore. So I say again to that utterly delusional claim....🤣😂🤣😂🤣 kzbin.info/www/bejne/boWWe2yKprpgh68 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooCwna2FqMebmc0

[@shakeitoff22]

@@yardengali nice, autotune. Doesn’t really help back up your triggered rant 😂

[@yardengali]

@@shakeitoff22 except there was no autotune involved. You must be confusing Dimash with Beyonce.🤣 Btw..that was neither " triggered" ( you must have me confused with the Mariah fan) nor a rant as I might use a lot of words ( no doubt that is impressive and confusing to the average ignoramus which is what obviously most Mariah stans are) but am perfectly calm. I view these discussions as mere entertainment Darling.

[@Ter-el]

No one has the versatility and fluidity that Mariah has. Her voice is truly a Blessed Instrument. Like it’s mind boggling.

[@CyprusHot]

She’s so amazing. No one can transition like MC. So happy you finally did another Mariah video !

[@tomshehidmusic4227]

Another great reaction/masterclass. We really are blessed to exist in the same time period as Mariah Carey! Had the incredible experience of meeting her in London in 2009. She was very sweet and humble! Imagine a collab with Mariah Carey and Voctave on a Christmas song?! That collab > planet Earth. Thanks again!

[@yardengali]

Lol

[@hughw2377]

At Westfield?

[@tomshehidmusic4227]

@@hughw2377 Yeah! She turned on the Christmas lights in Westfield whilst promoting her new album and fragrance. Great experience!

[@hughw2377]

@@tomshehidmusic4227 I know, I was there too lol. Every time I've met her she's always been nice and polite😊

[@tomshehidmusic4227]

@@hughw2377 Yeah she seems pretty cool!

[@JorgeVergara11]

You have to keep in mind that this masterpiece performance was the last one of a very hard concert vocally. She is insaaaneee ❤🥰

[@hughw2377]

Mariah is a master of transitions & remixes

[@thecodydunn]

One of my favorite of her concerts, ever. The entire show kills me every single time. Love the review and breakdown!

[@kovachskorner3322]

90s prime Mariah was Elite. Arguably the best ever.

[@yardengali]

Arguably being the operative word there

[@Fan-vv8wb]

@@yardengali um nope she is the best

[@MrBjorn6]

@@Fan-vv8wb arguably is correct, although one of my favorites.

[@graysang5386]

@@Fan-vv8wb you're just biased and fanatic. arguably is the proper term lol

[@yardengali]

@@Fan-vv8wb Either you haven't heard many other singers or you hold very low standards but most likely you are simply a blind fan.

[@Truthhurtz618]

I as a lamb enjoy your reactions/analysis. Very nice to have someone who understands music and voice for a change

[@tylerhackner9731]

One of my favorite songs ever

[@MusiCisLife1982]

This is how you react to a vocal masterpiece. Your analysis is awesome!

[@cookie_dough_hangover]

Your approach to reaction videos is so refreshing. You actually analyze them,not just react to them for views, which not only shows that you are respectful to the artist, but to your viewers,too.

[@honestperson3042]

I already wrote it to you in another video and you already answered but I can't wait for your reaction to Vanishing MSG 93... That performance is out of this world and your analyzes are amazing

[@Vain-Voyager]

The studio version doesn't have such remix, instead with belts, runs & whistle transition in the second part. Yet, her remix here is so great that gives a new life to the song. _Anytime You Need a Friend_ is literally among the hardest songs from Mariah Carey, alongside _Lead the Way_ , _Vanishing_ , _All in Your Mind_ , _You're So Cold_ , _Emotions_ , _Butterfly_ , _Can't Take that Away_ etc. Tbh, almost none of her songs isn't vocally suicidal to be sung along with, mostly because of the agility & ranges. People are often blinded for her whistle register only. Her transition is seamless. This Tokyo Dome tour is her best live show. She put tons of quality notes within these 4 hours at one night. Please react to other live songs on this tour!

[@tomasck2973]

What analyst?

[@loudeillunzaga4476]

Mariah is known to make you cry at the same time make you dance.. Anytime you need a friend has many versions *Gospel/ballad (original) *House version (this is a hella 10mins long with extreme vocals) *Soul/convention remix

[@jenpot25]

Your analysis is on point. Thank u for this im a huge fan i try to complete buy all her albums whenever possible . I always get goosebumps whenever i see performances like this of Mariah.

[@m.cunningham9817]

Mariah is historically known for her House remixes of her famous hits. House music was the main dance music of the 90s and Mariah delivered and had many #1 club hits from her hit songs. Her famous massive House remix hit, Dreamlover with DJ David Morales was #1 on the Billboard dance charts for weeks. She was known to be the only major artist that would go back in the studio to record additional vocals with her backup singers just for the remixes with the DJ. Hence, she released the remix album of her hits. Just brilliant!. You can tell she enjoyed doing the house remix vocals. Distinctly Mariah.

[@LiTim17]

I love the remix here but I really really REALLY love the studio version. The sustained G5s and powerful phrasing in her upper belts! Anytime You Need A Friend has one of her hardest climaxes to date I feel.

[@Angel-fu7dm]

Such an amazing analytical reaction! Love Mariah the Songbird Supreme! 👑

[@WonderfulWorldOfStuff]

Haven't heard Mariah in years, seems she still belting them out like Mariah always has. In others words 'Classic Mariah'

[@yardengali]

No she is not. Woman couldn't sing a song fully live if her life depended on it. Been that way for years. If Beyonces hadn't bought so much praise for herself, Mariah would be nr 1 ... on the list of overrated singers.

[@chanseph]

@@yardengali couldn't sing a song fully live? Vision of Love says hello

[@Marcusrafaelfet]

@@yardengali So much bitterness

[@jb0781]

@Yarden Gali She may not belt it out like this anymore, but who expects her to anyways? She’s 51 years old. Give the woman a break lol🤣, like the comment above says, vision of love has always been live her entire career. Not even a single note lip-synced. Go watch her recent vision of love then come back and say she cannot belt anymore

[@Rosannasfriend]

This is actually a very old performance… But she still doing very well for herself.

[@ghiaparow4181]

Mariah has the best remixes

[@AmyAndThePup]

I love old-school Mariah Carey (pre-1997)! I really adore this version of the song, one of my favorites by her already! Thank you so much for your analysis. I love the technical information about the vowels sung on different notes/in different registers. It's amazing. Wish more people did this. It helps me understand why Mariah, and other sings, do what they do. :)

[@briizy300]

Do you like anything post 97

[@rosemont2283]

@@briizy300 people 🙄 ...

[@loyalpaname4458]

Butterfly is her best album 🔥🔥

[@benw3864]

What's amazing about this performance too is this was the second to last song out of her 15 song set list that night, with all extremely difficult songs. So it was a long concert, and she did 3 consecutive shows at this venue that were all within a couple nights of one another (also the crowd was 50,000 per show over the 3 nights & all the tickets sold in a couple hours, just a fun fact) Also her belts are so amazing and one of her most interesting qualities is how high they sound in comparison to their reality. With most female singers some of those more mid belty notes like C5s will sound like mids, but with Mariah her mid belts sound ridiculously high, and her voice, even at this young age would start taking off into her belts at F#4/G4 which is low for a soprano. I mean singers like Beyonce who are mezzos have similar 'taking off" points in the range to Mariah, who is supposedly a soprano which is interesting. Her highest note in this performance even was an F#5 which sounded huge.

[@ccalexander1924]

Mariah said in an interview her most comfortable range is in alto then she said she considered herself more alto then soprano

[@33badyess]

The song lineup she did for that concert is vocal suicide and she DID THAT. Impeccable vocals by THE best vocalist of all time.

[@KoalaSnuggles]

The whole concert is fantastic, then she treated the fans to her magnum opus, the 'Butterfly' album in 1997. Such a great era in her career. Can't wait for her new music, Caution was a fantastic album, especially Giving Me Life if you haven't heard it

[@princestory26]

i love this performance!!!! i cant imagine what it mustve been like to be in the crowd that night 😭❤

[@justinmiller5141]

This concert is my favorite to watch!! She ate it up that night

[@sonnypan6862]

The most detailed review that I've ever seen so far. Its very informative.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Vero_m1103]

Such a very good song and live even more ! She was used to do remixes in the 90’s and 00’s ! She is so good at it ! It’s like a new song every time 🦋🦋🦋🌻🌻🌻💜

[@FermiBubbleGummyBear]

Honestly would never think I would learn or hear new things from performances I've seen thousands of times but here I am and it's why I'm subscribed. ❤️🙏

[@routetmarihamadafan7352]

Thank you for being one of those vocal coaches who really try to give their acknowledges!

[@plaguedoctor2k]

I love when professionals like u react to her 💙 great analysis and appreciation.

[@my.business]

*Song is extended because she goes off backstage, changes and comes back for an encore to really say farewell. Its a usual for concerts. She came back to do - All I Want For Christmas*

[@antoniojefferson948]

Mariah, is the Queen of songwriting, transitions, and vocal gymnastics! She has influenced every top female artist on top currently! Facts!

[@ValentinoQ]

and the fact that this is second to last song she performed that night 😍😍😍😍😍😍 O.M.G!! and I love how you can tell she extended the song!!

[@franss7554]

Love how you explain that the practice of extending a song isn’t really done as much in today’s pop music. Mariah Carey is a genius in doing remixes. She does remixes on her songs but recorded new vocals for them. In fact, she made a whole separate album just for the remixes. Also, you can find this kind of extension on Joy To The World too in 1994.

[@navyforeveryoungjean-phili5940]

Ppl don’t give her enough credit because they don’t have the ear to hear the exponential amount of techniques she uses. She’s really quick and seamless

[@johnnyxhuynh]

Enjoyed hearing your thoughtful comments. Thanks for sharing!

[@tupepangan8462]

Seemless Transitions Resonance Vowel modifications Crisp runs Well connected melismas Vocal quality Superb breath support Musicality Musicianship Raspiness never heard this delicious Gift of ears Recognizable tone Genius songwriting Unparalleled melodic choices Her Songs difficulty level is unworldly

[@heathchio2596]

Fantastic reaction and analysis of Mariah Carey. It’s obvious you have extensive knowledge of music. Honestly, you are so detailed with your analysis, and I feel like I’m learning singing from you. Thank you! Could you do another vocal analysis of Celine Dion as well? She is a vocal beast and a hell of a performer too 😇

[@liv2084]

Can’t take that away is my favorite song of Mariah Carey

[@kamariamcclure3108]

Awesome breaking down of techniques as a singer. I'm new here cause I was just browsing through. Can't wait for more content! God bless!

[@antoniojohnson3925]

Love Mariah! Beyoncé’s live version of single ladies where she does a call and response in Adlibs and riffs for her life it’s incredible the speed in the accuracy that she’s able to hit these notes it is it’s almost unbelievable and unfair

[@jessicasopranonotes]

She’s a riff/run beast!

[@drewm.2790]

I love your vocal analysis. Very informative and detailed

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you, Drew!

[@nickdehaas9429]

Immediately have to think of my dad who listens to extended versions of 80s songs. Some are over 10 minutes!

[@MichaelS.Carter-v3k]

You really need to hear how crystal clear her voice is on her original video of this song. You'll never look at this "live" again. It's that good!!! Please check it out..ok?

[@flyleelee5351]

The last part is a remix she just attached to the end. The remix is like 6 mins...she scats, goes to church, everything. It's called the soul convention remix, I believe. Check it out!

[@nictims7]

Listen to the studio version! The high chest notes are extraordinary

[@mezmerized4lifejay654]

Mariah Carey is Mariah Carey...is Mariah Carey 💯😅 Enough said! Check out Mariah's "Without You" live @ Tokyo Dome

[@WileCoyoteMoncure-Smith]

"Mariah Carey is Mariah Carey is Mariah Carey." ♥️

[@mijalakis3]

In regards about her switching between registers is a thing she always does. Just look at her 2021 version of We Belong together she switches in the space of a syllable and then back to chest like it was nothing. Mariah is not just the good technique, vocal prowess and range, many of those can be learned but her tone sets her apart, is simply beautiful, emotive and that is just something you have to be born with.

[@demontelavon]

I've been waiting for you to react to her :-)

[@akx8040]

That outro on the stairs , explained it all.

[@Oemg35]

Mariah did that this year with her extended version of we belong together its really good you should make a reaction to it

[@SuperMaple123]

I just came across your channel in my recommended list and I have been watching your videos for the past hour! Loveee your analysis is on point gurl. Keep up the work!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you so much!!

[@josephtucker8456]

That entire concert is an absolute masterpiece and showcase of Mariah Carey's talent at her peak. You should react to "Hero" or "Underneath the Stars" from that same concert!

[@abnerdossantos6950]

I never heard other singer like MC! Shes the best!

[@Rosannasfriend]

I finally finished watching this excellent analysis. Thank you.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LiliElena]

Great reaction as always

[@richieprezzano]

You should react to Mariah singing “Vision of Love” live from MSG 1995

[@aloyanugeraf]

WOW

[@blueisback3683]

Now that might be the best Mariah I have seen, thanks reaction request winner for the suggestion and Jess, you were enjoying far too much, you might sing opera but you are R&B/soul at heart, and who can find fault with that, not me. Now days you want old school R&B you have to go to the Philippines, thank god for KZbin or we would never know. I was more team Whitney, but nothing wrong with Mariah, she came a close 2nd back then and it's always nice to hear one of the icons

[@Danner907]

What a fantastic choir

[@rexpili9844]

Very nice analysis

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Glad you liked it!

[@Jo-qf1gd]

What an amazing analysis wow wow wow so in love with this ♥️♥️♥️

[@marlanaferro1558]

Mariah is unmatched, The GOAT!

[@tashiellechambers1488]

The Queen Mariah Carey the greatest vocalist of all time

[@francis3792]

Great analysis! React to more of her from that show.

[@Truthhurtz618]

Rnb. Pop . Jazz.. house..gospel.. She does it all...Remix queen

[@bogieabono4945]

Check Morissette Amon original EP release... Phoenix Love you still Mirror Trophy Will you stay Live monster radio 93.1 and 107.5 wishbus

[@TaterTatiJillyBean]

I love you're videos! Hope i get to see more of your breakdowns of mariah!

[@never152]

Love your Mariah reactions. Thanks again. It's gonna be time for me to watch your joy to the world reaction on a loop again soon ha

[@mathildaeeutenda3582]

Of course she is the great vocalist of all time.

[@PierreBriceO]

Helloooo reaction queen! Can’t wait for more Mariah carey reaction ♥️

[@goodboy-lf7ng]

please react mariah carey make it happen live at tokyo dome 1996

[@GeloMeme]

She incorporates the remixes of her songs to her live performances. I.e. My all, Emotions, Heartbreaker

[@coquiangel]

Thank you for this video, listening to you, the honest vocal coach, and just the Voice, makes me want to take vocal lessons. I love how you broke down the technique of Mariah Carey's performance. The part You mentioned she, sang an Ahh sound, I was like; I didn't hear it, and I watch that performance 1000x. I also, knew when I heard vision of love the first time in that she a back up Brenda K Star.. 💜

[@joshuaperez7334]

You have a beautiful voice and I love your take on Mariah Carey my favorite I remind myself that all the time I am not a robot take my time it'll come enjoy what has been created 😊

[@littlebutterfly9439]

i knew i had to follow when you actually replayed the clip you mentioned. i was in disbelief lol

[@thecraftyvirgoat]

That's just one of the many Remixes of the song. She's being doing remixes since the start of her career and also B Sides 😊

[@CoachCGD29]

I love seeing you enjoying the performance!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@graemeblackburn7511]

Another great reaction showcasing your incredible music knowledge Jess. It’s really great , as there are so many reactors that simply pander to us the viewers, telling us what they think would please us, so hats off to you. Great job. On a tangent, you reacted to a 9 year old Amira Willighagen some 2 weeks ago, & You were keen to follow up on some of her more recent performances . I left a list of about 4 for your consideration, but if you want them again, please advise. Looking forward to your in depth appraisal/ critique of this wonderful young Soprano. Cheers, Graeme.

[@einsteinera5314]

your analysis is always so detailed and we love it! i think you’re gonna enjoy forever by mariah also in tokyo dome

[@rbmaia5]

You provide great insight of the voice as an instrument, I wish more people especially those who enjoy comparing artists would listen to you.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you soo much!

[@fabioengroff507]

This channel could be called dissecting vocals, loved 🥰

[@viniciusziolli]

Thank you for sharing this greaaat breakdown and your insight! You analysis is amazing! My lesson is: modify your vowels! lol

[@piaoc7290]

first time i've watched a very detailed reaction. thanks for this

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Glad you enjoyed!