Cyndi Lauper - I Sing the Body Electric - 62nd Annual Grammy Awards Finale

Cyndi Lauper performs “I Sing the Body Electric” with Camila Cabello, Misty Copeland, Gary Clark, Jr., The War & Treaty, Common, Lang Lang, and more at the The 62nd Annual Grammy Awards. Live from the Staples Center in Los Angeles January 26, 2020. From the motion picture, “Fame.” A tribute to longtime Grammy producer Ken Ehrlich and Grammy in the Schools.
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[@JoeJanetNangit]

So good to Lee Curreri (Bruno Martelli) up there with them - I'm still smiling that I saw him there, he's an amazing musician... fantastic performance everyone and well done!

[@rmescola]

brought a big smile to my face

[@joelbeyer4703]

I was screaming with happiness when I saw him!

[@wkaibigan]

Agree it was to see at least Lee was part of this. Of course Gene (Leroy) is gone but would love to have seen Debbie there too.

[@Android_HeadUnits_Australia]

and Lee is truly a nice guy. I have "met" him on Facebook and he gives everyone a little of his life. He is also an amazing photographer..

[@mysoullovessoul558]

Loved this. Remembering the iconic Irene Cara as Coco, the heart of this magical film. RIP x

[@TheMatFratRealityTV]

As a film critic, I had the pleasure to attend the premiere of "Fame" and to interview the young stars and director of that amazing film. "I Sing the Body Electric" still gives me chills every time I hear it.

[@elenasilvesti6109]

Best musical ending of any movie.

[@vajolet1]

Lee Curreri's presence is a joy for the heart.

[@vanessastoffer1874]

Yes!

[@joyclift1135]

OMG YES, I had to rewind it ( NOW I"M showing my age)

[@razberrysky12]

Where does he come in?

[@vajolet1]

@@razberrysky12 You can see Lee starting at 2:10

[@razberrysky12]

@@vajolet1 Ah yes, I had seen him at the keyboards but had no idea it was him. He reminded of a jolly owner of an Italian restaurant in New York 😄 What a great production! Thank you

[@sonarfreq]

Cyndi Lauper... an eternal star...

[@natashawall8131]

I don't know how I missed this last year, but I just saw Lee Curreri and literally smiled then started crying tears of joy and happiness and reflection and I'm still crying. I'm SO glad that he was there. Lee was the first that we fell for. He was Jonathan Larson before Larson and before Manuel. BRUNO MARTELLI and his masterpiece. (I know he didn't write it but in the movie, he did).

[@judyn9727]

I thought that was him! Amazing!

[@jennybee5066]

Amen❤️❤️‼️

[@ngocdiemnguyen3914]

I just saw this now, 12/12/22, and I don't know how I missed it nearly 3 years ago! I thought the featured musicians like Camila Cabello, Cyndi Lauper, and Joshua Bell were doing the song beautifully and with justice. BUT, oh, my goodness, oh, my goodness! when I spotted Lee Curreri, my heart just raced and my whole face lit up! 😍🤩 It was so good he joined this 🥰

[@lilo6422]

Ver y escuchar esta hermosa canción, no hizo más que emocionarme al recordar aquellos tiempos felices.

[@Danno1983]

​@@lilo6422yea they were special

[@Nansbbgrand]

The marvelous gal taking Debbie Allen’s part in the dance was unbelievable. As good as they all were, there was no one to fill Gene Anthony Rey’s dance shoes. I still mourn his untimely, unnecessary, and tragic passing. Such a Gifted piece of Art he was.

[@susancullimore5643]

I can do nothing but agree. No one will ever replace him.

[@simonecesco6832]

Debbie Allen was not in the final number of the movie, in fact her role had been cut substantially. The dancing star in that number is Leroy. I thought the original is still better than this one.

[@stgermain1074]

That "marvelous gal" is Misty Copeland, principal soloist (prima ballerina) for the American Ballet Theatre.

[@moonvine11]

@@simonecesco6832 I never like remakes better than ordinals but in this case I did. This was absolutely incredible.

[@CBoapinta]

Debbie Allen was never in this song. She starred in the tv series and did some amazing, legendary dancing on the tv show. But her part in the movie was tiny and did not include dancing.

[@irenethebean4911]

I watched this entire show just for Cyndi at the end.

[@LohengrinO]

I watched only Cyndi's part from the above clip :D

[@heleonardorodrigues1645]

Cyndi is perfect star

[@GHOSTbirdnatureLOVER]

I watched the entire show looking for her in the audience the entire time.

[@bettery1958]

Irene the Bean Me too

[@lomejordeivan2]

Only few words by cyndi? But look at the video title... Cyndi Lauper (one and only)... Dislike

[@Badger31201]

@ 2:13, the guy at the keyboards is none other than Leo Curreri, who starred in "Fame" as Bruno Martelli and played keyboard for the original movie and soundtrack

[@scottrhodes8160]

yes he was one of the originals-great to see him.

[@liapineda8172]

Gratsia brasileito

[@barbarahallowell2613]

And the TV series.

[@joelbeyer6352]

LOVE THIS!!!

[@Badger31201]

@diego hernan Sacarello I'll have to back and check. Coco was played by Irene Cara

[@kathrynmackmin8691]

Cyndi, Josh Bell, Ben Platt, Misty Copeland...superstar lineup. Very cool.

[@MP-xf6gq]

WOW.......I remember seeing this originally on Fame 40ish years ago when I was a kid in school. I can't believe how well it has stood up time. I still got "goose bumps" seeing in 40ish years later. Thank you all.

[@lisahall1981]

Walt Whitman is timeless. I think this was his idea first. 😊

[@pattifanalwayz7388]

Do it Miss Cyndi !!!!!

[@alosanz]

I feel exactly the same...!!

[@e-spy]

me too! There were no recordings, no dvr's. You had to be present! It was my favorite show. I actually got into Julliard, but my parents said no (they didn't think I would get in). All I heard all of my life was, "get your head out of the clouds, kid. Do something practical!" I did. Virtualization engineer/mgr. SO glad I am retired now! But I did bring dreams that became real for both my kids and my staff around the world. So proud of them!

[@bernardachour614]

One of the most epic movie songs ever.

[@davidgoodman7388]

Thank you Cyndi... my daughter was part of the choir from LACHSA (Los Angeles County High School for the Arts) singing with you. She had the most amazing experience from meeting you in the recording studio to performing that night at The Grammys. It was a night she will never forget (nor will I... as soon as the music started, the tears started flowing...). So I thank you for inspiring young girls to find their voices, write their songs, and sing. I thank you for posting this, so the world can continue to enjoy the music and what it stands for. And I also thank you for Kinky Boots...A show both my daughters fell in love with

[@dustyandkennalyn]

When I saw the movie I wished when I had a daughter she would go to a school like that. Many many many years later my daughter too went to LACHSA

[@coolmoomamaholstein8324]

OMGAWD! I want to hug you, knowing your daughter was there, SINGING! How proud you must be. I saw the ORIGINAL FAME in the theaters. I remember..... LMAO when Bruno Martelli blew the fuses. How lovely it was to see Lee there. It was like a bit of home. ( I am such an 80's gal) I happen to agree that I don't feel the rap was necessary, but all in all it was beautiful.

[@lauren578]

​@@coolmoomamaholstein8324It was all so beautiful ❤❤❤

[@robin2000]

I've been watching the video for I Sing The Body Electric for thirteen years since it was uploaded, but I don't know why until today KZbin suggested me this version of the 62nd Grammy Awards. Anyway thanks to whoever made it possible. I was very excited to see Lee Curreri who was gorgeous when he came out on Fame back in 1980. Thanks to the musical arranger for staying so faithful to the original version of this great song.

[@HighVibePortal]

Lauper's taking all the kids to school!! You go girl! xoxo The guy right after Lauper is right there w/her 2, bravo. Classic.

[@alton936]

April, 2020....I smiled with tears, as I watched this performance...I recall when Fame first came out, and then as I do today, think that this is oine of the most beautiful and IMPORTANT pieces of ensemble music, ever done.. Inspiring,

[@sdouglas5207]

Absolutely I bought the album when the film was first released and wore this track out. It still gives me the chill in the best way. 👌🏾 👏🏿 👏🏿 👏🏿

[@alton936]

lol ...update... 2023...I came across this video, prepared to write; basically what i had written - 2 years ago - not realizing that I had already watched and left a comment - it impressed me that much !!

[@PamelaRosensteel]

Loved seeing Lee Curreri on keyboard!

[@mtvlagunabeach]

Riiiiiiight?!!! 🎶

[@trintube68]

@@mtvlagunabeach TEARS.

[@wookinooki9023]

2:16 Lee Curreri at the piano!! he was in the original Fame movie & tv show. with his gentle smile and eyes.

[@glenncaberte3098]

Cyndi ... still amazing after all these years....

[@fourbyfourer]

Cyndi is so gorgeous.

[@gigiagigante5595]

vi amo, curreri sei nel mio cuore per sempre cyndi lauper ti adoro

[@leonlee6832]

Cyndi showed them how it’s done. A true icon

[@badasshiker9637]

Usually remakes of songs leave a lot to be desired, but this one nailed it dead on. Even the musicians here had the same exuberance as those in the movie.

[@somethingmajestic3698]

There's no one like The Great & Legendary "CYNDI LAUPER"!!🌹

[@cecimartinez1777]

I remember watching this and as soon as the song started I began to cry I told my husband "AMOR THIS IS WHR IT ALL STARTED FOR ME!!!"🥰🥰😭😭😭

[@lorenzoteague8445]

Cyndi, you were an amazing part of an brilliant salute to 'Fame' and Grammy's support of the arts in our schools. It was truly moving!! And it really proved what I already knew..... You're only more beautiful both in voice and presentation with age!! Keep shining, Cyndi!! 🌹

[@pkamkg]

So many beautifully talented people on that stage but seeing Lee Curreri made me tear up. I loved him in the movie and tv show. I know Irene Cara & Gene Anthony Ray would have loved this performance 🙂

[@caimitocartagena9024]

I love you Cyndi Lauper you the best forever 🥰🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@fabrice4705]

And in time ....And in time....We Will All be stars! CYNDI LAUPER - LEGEND YOU ARE ALREADY A SUPERSTAR!!

[@cacolira7395]

Cyndi! The best!!! Brazil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@grandpayoongi5941]

Lang Lang! He is unmistakable when he starts head banging and smiling from ear to ear. An excellent pianist as always!

[@evamarl.3020]

love... Cyndi

[@bklynk]

This has me un tears because my grandmother (RIP) took me to see Fame on opening day in 1980. Just before she died we watched it together and she loved this song.

[@justme2]

I could feel the energy just watching this. I couldn't imagine what it must have been there watching it live.

[@thomfmify]

And Lang-Lang worshipping great Irene and all the other greats of "Fame"! Real cool!!!

[@matheusruffino]

I love you, Cyn!

[@crystalfajman3732]

One of the better Grammy performances in a long time

[@androidlaki23]

Cyndi sounds so and looks so fabulous!

[@cecimartinez1777]

I COME BACK TOO THIS WHEN I FEEL IM GIVING UP ON MY PASSION OF DANCE..GOD WILLING I WILL BE 50 ON MARCH 7TH,MY HEART AND SOUL WILL ALWAYS BE HERE TILL MY LASTS DAYS..I AM FOREVER THANKFUL

[@alexrivet5730]

Cindy you are fantastic, really great ... A million cheers for you ...

[@rano6182]

Camilaaa that is so amazing!!!!!!!!

[@enriquesanchez2001]

amazing like a root canal operation?

[@matthewchan4755]

Cyndi is simply the best!

[@gravismunchnick1945]

What no comments about Joshua Bell, stepping OUTSIDE the 'usual' box of classical music to demonstrate his versatility? That's what's so GREAT about this piece, it COMBINES so many TYPES and STYLES of music and dance into ONE cohesive -- PERFORMANCE. Just like the original, which showcased the talents of ALL of the students from the various disciplines, into a single PRODUCTION.

[@jasminderpinder]

Not only Joshua Bell but Lang Lang on the piano as well! Both amazing artists and musicians who are so positive and generous in their community outreach. Bravo to them and all the performers in this wonderful piece that I remember from 43 years ago.

[@nata3467]

What a song! It has aged perfectly.

[@rexjdk]

And Lee Curreri on piano again Brilliant!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TracyWilczynski]

OMG what an awesome performance by all. Singers and dancers and musicians. Love this performance of this song 🎼💃🕺

[@gustropic]

Venha pro Brasil, Cyndi 🇧🇷

[@leandrolucasoficial]

Um BR ♥️

[@matheusxlls]

@@leandrolucasoficial eu tambem aqui pow ♡

[@FC-bn7sr]

Isso aí👏👏👏

[@synchronicity1470]

been coming back to this for years!. makes me emotional it's so exceptionally beautifully done!

[@chietacabeyo2326]

Camila e Cindy ❤️❤️

[@franciscomedeiros_]

São lindas ❤

[@Sedna31]

and In Time ✨💕🎼 💕✨and In Time ✨🥰✨ We Will 🤩ALL 🙌🏻 BE 💖STARS 💫🌟 💫

[@sonarfleet2375]

Cyndi é a mesma de 4 décadas. Cyndi is the same in 4 decades. Iconic

[@sonarfleet2375]

Cyndi, today it's 35 years since you recorded “we are the world” Jan/28/1985. How I know? Because it’s my birthday too.

[@franciscomedeiros_]

Né

[@tmac7302]

Great performances throughout. Those who are saying the rapping is out of place obviously don’t get the message of the song. The body electric is free expression of the arts-and in his rap he paid honor to that idea as well as to the man who has been dedicated to keeping the arts in the schools. That performance was more than just hearing that fabulous song from the movie sung as you remembered it in the 70s

[@Cyberlucy]

Yes and this song is from a musical film about the High School for the Performing Arts.

[@kamufi]

What you're stating might be true, but unfortunately, the rap doesn't hold up to the quality of the other elements of the performance, which might be saying something about its worth musically speaking...

[@AI_Image_Master]

@@Cyberlucy And the words are from a Walt Whitman poem written 150 years ago. It's more then a song about a high school.

[@Cyberlucy]

@@AI_Image_Master I sing the body electric is the only line from the poem they used. The song was written for the film.

[@Cyndimansfield]

She looks so fab.. ! I think they shoulda had her singing more . !

[@CarlosPena-sd8et]

CYNDI RELLY SHINE!! LOVED HER LOOK!! SHE RORCKS!!

[@daphneybar-yosef6004]

Thank you Cyndi for posting this! I've been searching for this clip for 2 days and couldn't find it ❤️

[@v_nicole]

Wow ❤ and Bruno! And the dance. What a great tribute to this classic original performance

[@RivanildoRicarte]

The best Cyndi Lauper!!! 👏👏

[@snowboardguru6794]

Wow! How amazing!

[@annaavilez1187]

I LOVE IT 🙂🎤🎤RIP IRENE CARA 😥🌹💐🙏👑🕊️✝️🎬🎤

[@tcho1991]

GREAT performance; always lifts my spirit when Cyndi joins the song! 😍😍😍😍😍

[@luiscarlosgusso7782]

Que espetáculo Cyndi que espetáculo lindo lindo lindo

[@rmescola]

Yay Bruno, awesome man

[@rmescola]

Common took away my favorite part...when the choir goes gospel in the song...but hey, that's ok

[@charchaz00]

Please keep this available internationally 🙌 this was my favourite performance of the night

[@talentgroupforchildren2004]

Congrats Michael & Tanya....."Mike (AKA "Mikey") it's great to see your success after 25 yrs plus of hard work. MJ

[@mtvlagunabeach]

Woke up with this song in my head, from the orig movie. What ENERGY!! More than one of the original film cast members here...’Bruno’, the duet singers, the dancer in the maroon tshirt? 🎶 It’s tough to come close to the energy of the original film but with Cindy Lauper(!) & the guy that comes in after her (sp?)...and Gary Clark Jr 🎸 (OMG on fire!!)...am really likin’ this modern redo!! 🎶 Sweet! Adding Common was BRILLIANT. 🎤🎶 Listen to the lyrics. Deep. Violent LMers should take heed, maybe Dr. King wouldn’t be rolling over in his grave, may he RIP. ✌️ & 💕all. 🎹🌏🌟

[@JAHinHK]

The guy after is Ben Platt an amazing Broadway singer with vibrato that never quits.

[@HighVibePortal]

@@JAHinHK @JAHinHK Agreed, thank u4id'ing him. Wow! Still gives me goosebumps...thru the closing rap...my soul is in the ethers, amongst a million stars....yes!!!

[@thesilentdj4279]

STILL....so great. Cyndi...you sounded perfect.

[@lauren578]

Beautiful Tribute ❤❤❤

[@dimples8675]

OMG they did really good im impressed. Common always inspire awarnes with his words.. Even the dancing was on point..

[@WHYGORMARTHYNSSERIES]

EXTRAORDINÁRIO CYNDI .....

[@pepsiyummie1]

That was so wonderful! Gave me chills. I love the original so much and they did it justice for sure!❤

[@cecimartinez1777]

When I saw this I was in tears!!!!it just brought me back , I AM SO THANKFUL THAT I WAS ABLE TO LIVE A BIG PART OF MAY PASSION AS A DANCER ,AS A CHOREOGRAPHER.. MR ANTHONY GENE I HOPE U CAN SEE THIS !!❤❤

[@alamudesky1959]

EXCELLENT

[@carlosleon9699]

Loved the orchestra and dancers

[@moodylicious]

yes! The juxtaposition between the strings, brass, keys and then the rock band on the other side...just Killer!! can't get enough!

[@mayagrove2302]

THANK YOU! Finally someone acknowledges us🙏

[@moodylicious]

@@mayagrove2302 ​ Maya Grove HELLOO!!!! (insert bug eyed emoji) It was the orchestra - a marvel - an instrumental extravaganza that had everyone's heart pumping with exhilaration. I was riveted! It was a feast for the eyes and you didn't know where to look next....which is why I have watched this epic finale twenty-five times over 2-3 days!! The lead/featured violinist, I learned, is Joshua Bell. His input was aggressive and precise and SO moving; Exquisite!!. The strings literally took my breath away!! They carried the whole tour de force of Life, Talent and Skill. And the brass! Killer!! I wish there were other views I could watch, to see more of the dancers, full of passion, energy and the JOY of dance. Everyone on that stage looked like they were loving it. This I rank as tie with my other favorite of all time Grammy performances and that was Guns and Roses with Elton John doing November Rain. May I ask; were you in that orchestra or were you speaking in general feeling the orchestra is oftentimes taken for granted?

[@mayagrove2302]

moodylicious I was playing in the orchestra! I play violin🙂

[@moodylicious]

@@mayagrove2302 That is spectacular!!! You were magnificent!

[@WilliamKroupaJr.]

I can’t help but get choked up whenever I hear this particular version.

[@wooddorcas]

I love you Cindy Lauper, you're fantastic!

[@user-he1pp9gh1l]

This is best reunion ever! I love it! FAME IS THE BEST!!

[@kathleenveiga1132]

perfect wonderful

[@dustyandkennalyn]

My favorite song from the movie. I've watched that movie so many many times. Bruno I love you!!! I close my eyes and I can picture that scene from the movie. This was the best part of this show. Wow! Comon you were on it!

[@starshine3248]

Wonderful performance...Sing the body electric just gave me goose bumps...Bravo!!!

[@elaniofernandes5476]

Cindy Lauper i loveeeeee

[@ozemg32_ozem_goldwire]

This IS excellent! Beautiful performance, Cyndi and ALL the other artists. Please keep it up! ;)

[@Piccoloshow]

Nice to see LEE Curreri on the piano. Such a relaxed guy. Part of musical history of my times. To see Ben Platt and listen him singing this famous tune make me realize there could be revival of the movie with artists like him.

[@keelahrose]

I'm 99.9% sure that the guy at 2:11 is from the original cast of the movie Fame.

[@Nansbbgrand]

I come back time, and time again, to watch this.. to relive the first time in ‘80. To remember Gene Anthony Ray. I still cannot get over the loss of such BRILLIANCE, so tragically.. his POWerful performing ability, the only thing missing here. To witness the MAGIC of the miraculously returning players.. And Cyndi Lauper.. PERFECT! LOVE this! SO happy it’s here-THANK YOU!

[@clessio615]

Sou apaixonado por essa mulher minha filha si chama Cindy em homenagem a ela 🥰🥰🥰

[@Nina-gm9dy]

A minha Tbm e minha filha canta muito 🤩🎵🎶😁

[@rogeriosantos1985]

Nós brasileiros gostamos muito dos artistas que bombaram nos anos 80.

[@clessio615]

@@rogeriosantos1985 sim aqueles Rock dos anos 80 era o melhor. E olha que sou apaixonado por música sertaneja

[@clessio615]

@@Nina-gm9dy que bom

[@veronica8808]

Infelizmente a música brasileira acabou temos que se agarrar nesses classicos aí

[@doreenew3117]

This song is an absolute modern masterpiece.

[@JohnAllenRoyce]

Always amazing to see Cyndi. A true artist, I love her so much!

[@its.me.a1372]

Baby C and Queen C❤❤ Love you both so much😘😘

[@karladiaz8074]

Cindy is so perfect❤❤❤🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@able7777able]

Wow look at you you look fantastic and your voice is incredible able

[@Finalkill_55]

Memories to cherish forever witnessing Misty Copeland and the Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA) perform at the 2020 Grammy awards.

[@ergiog.penaflor4909]

Cindy... You are the star really shines...!!!! We love you

[@terrenceragin5555]

I love this and I thought this was so fantastic. . I remember the original Body Electric in the movie Fame.

[@Nansbbgrand]

P.S. I didn’t realise, until several of you mentioned it, that there were so many who were here from the ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE! WOW! Debbie Allen was breathtaking! As fabulous as it was, though, .. well, to me, the magnificent presence, POWer, and ENergy of Gene Anthony Ray will ALWAYS be missed.

[@connienani7259]

He was a powerful dancer and almost always Debbie Allen’s partner in the show

[@nicolegordon129]

Such a great number! The orchestra, the dancers, the rapper, the singers, the whole thing. Awesome!

[@mckaos666]

Still got it

[@terryaichele9265]

Thank you for sharing this Cyndi. It was a fantastic performance - a real homage to the original 'FAME'

[@Hamlet2369]

What a rendition, bout time I saw this song rebooted and it's still so moving

[@ВалентинТерешков-й8с]

Cyndi--Super !!

[@joseb2507]

One of the best songs ever...