Florida State University AcaBelles - Royals (opb. Lorde)

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FSU AcaBelles covering Lorde's 'Royals' at acappellaEd, a music education seminar that is offered cost-free to students through the organization at the link below
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"Royals" was arranged by Maggie Tobin of the FSU AcaBelles

[@cordeliatownsend]

The girl doing bass needs more recognition I don't think people realize how hard that is as a female.

[@Entertekken]

Yeah, she kicks ass! Damn :)

[@monocroz]

there 2 girls...not just one xD

[@colapop2892]

Cordelia Townsend righttttt

[@hibob4453]

Double bass. And for reaching a C3, that's deep for most women, and both drop it like it's hot. Hahahaha

[@helloworld-sl2lw]

👏

[@Saturnale1]

I never thought i can look all day at a girl making the kick and bass with her mouth

[@soren2993]

i know i cant look away

[@DavidHaydenFreeThinker]

There's two girls doing the beat boxing. One doing the kick and the other the bass.

[@N9TheNoob]

@@DavidHaydenFreeThinker which is doing bass?

[@tenshunmuggzie3098]

@@N9TheNoob girl on the very left, front row, mainly making the doom, doom sounds

[@tenshunmuggzie3098]

@@N9TheNoob listen at 1:12 you hear the doom doom doom

[@theoneandonlyjordan1]

bass is amazing, can't believe she's hitting those notes. I'm the bass for my group.. thats crazzyyy

[@SCBariTone]

Jordan Caroe there are 3 singing bass (alto III).... Front row, left.... 2nd row, 2nd from the left.... back row, 3rd from the left.

[@hibob4453]

@@SCBariTone yea. Didn't notice the 3rd one (very back), mainly because she flips between parts

[@SCBariTone]

@@hibob4453 never saw a flip. In any case, the ensemble is most impressive.

[@hibob4453]

@@SCBariTone fair enough. I think I meant flips when they're doing the uu oo bounces

[@comment1only978]

The beat boxer is the one I can't look away from. I don't even know why

[@BlackBruceLeeTheGreatDekuTree]

Comment1Only same

[@alexia4655]

It's the way she's looking at the camera. She's hot

[@kelpycat]

Αλεξάνδρα Καπνογιάννη that’s my middle school teacher’s sister

[@wlamb9]

Cause she’s beautiful.

[@scottsipe2479]

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[@afsmw516]

As a current faculty member of the voice faculty at FSU, I can say that this group is reflective of what these girls do BY THEMSELVES. They have no faculty conductor, but do it ALL on their own. This is not a class for credit; many of these young women are taking applied voice lessons, and some are music majors. All are held to a very high standard at this fabulous music school. But what you see is the result of THEIR dedication, not someone leading them, or guiding them, or whipping them to do it. That's what impresses me. Not many young Americans are that driven, that passionate any more. Thanks for letting me rant! And I'll claim as my own students the one in the middle standing up and the one just right of her. Great job, ladies!

[@longodj]

Sherri - I am the CEO of The Vocal Company and on behalf of my company, I thank you. All of the groups at FSU surprise us on a regular basis. Please send our sincere thank you and congratulations to your entire department.

[@tabathastaples7884]

Shepherd's Chapel Network !!!!!!! Pastor Murray is an Anointed Servant of GO D who teaches the Word of GOD with Authority!!!!!!!

[@user-mp9rd4hg8b]

"Not many young Americans are that driven, that passionate any more." And even fewer these days. This motivation is hard enough to find in one individual. The fact that they all pulled together to do it as a group is even more special.

[@PriZmKills]

To all the haters: that lead singer is my older sister. I am so proud of everything shes ever done. She doesnt think shes all that or anything, shes getting into the music. For someone as passionate about music as she is, along with the rest of the AcaBelles, singing is like theatre. Like playing the part of the song. Think what you want. But I am so incredibly proud of her and the rest of the AcaBelles. Ive been listening to her sing for as long as I can possibly remember, going to her high school chorus concerts and just watching from around the corner to her practicing. Shes worked for this and its still not what shes all about. I love you Sissy, you're great and Im proud to be your little sister

[@freestanding1000]

She is a beautiful singer. Her vibrato makes the song even better. She would easily win any of those reality singing shows.

[@wakkochic2011]

Alex, tell your sister there are many of us who find her to have incredible talent. Love how these ladies put this together!! Watched it multiple times in a row!

[@briannacalderon-roman1564]

I love you much, midget. I am so proud of you and how eloquently this is written. *tear* I'm proud to be your older sister!

[@nettiesnats]

you and your sister are both awesome! i love this...

[@MarieJB]

A friend sent the link to this song and as I was listening and watching your sister sing, I said to myself "wow, besides having a beautiful voice, she has an awesome stage presence. She is star material." For this reason, I was a little surprised at the few negative comments. Being in the public eye is not easy. ;)

[@harmonizer8088]

I was wondering who was dropping the beat, and then i looked to the right. Never been more surprised in my life.

[@Luna-uq2ht]

Same

[@GoingShorinRyu]

+Harmonizer808 The way she eyes the camera meanwhile, shes georgeous. and her posture, think shed be the perfect codriver for epic backbeats

[@mial9083]

She looks so badass!

[@michaelkrause4136]

Except for certain parts of the songs she appears to be doing the beat by herself. Which is way cool! The beat is so crisp and clean she must be "miked" well!

[@valleayire1972]

What? White people can'r beatbox?! Nice stereotyping.

[@SueD306]

I still watch this 8 years later and it gives me GOOSE BUMPS! These girls are amazing singers!! Love this so much! The harmonies are absolutely incredible!!

[@KevinShawisdabest]

The bass singer that did dhoom, dhoom on the bottom left corner and the beatboxerbp were super duper awesome and very good

[@WaitAnd8leed]

and she's hotter than all hell.

[@DickisHeadis]

theres another assisting her....to our right and behind the one up front doin bass

[@Ohlsen1000]

Not dhoom, DOOM.

[@hibob4453]

Jim Wat the bass assist is an octave higher. At 1:20 you can here it. The one at the front is hitting those lows. The assist can't. She struggles at the octave above

[@RickP03]

People don't understand just how hard it is to get this many people in harmony at once..especially in a Capella. There are a few hiccups along the way here but overall this is a VERY beautiful version. Very well done ladies.

[@user-mp9rd4hg8b]

Yes, and there are at least 3 of them that I can see that combine to make the elevating pitched part at "I'll rule."

[@keithhobbs]

the girl doing the beat on the right red hair

[@nicknile1]

keith hobbs Like a Boss...

[@user-cj1ic8nh1m]

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[@cicidarkruleroftheworld1893]

Yep

[@ssears5678]

I am very happy to say she was my dance student for years. She was a phenomenal dancer as well

[@farahb4884]

This is absolutely beautiful. Better than the original version. The leader has a gorgeous voice, and I have some serious eyebrow envy. I agree, the beat boxer killed it. She is amazing.

[@chrismealer4775]

you are soooooo right

[@foolishasfuck5455]

I agree

[@donnacognac7614]

Agreed. Even better than the original.

[@iloverock6556]

Red haired girl laying the beat is just too fucking exotic.

[@Kinglopez117]

BallsOnYaJaws yeah. especially her eyes looking like that...sssssssrrr. man!

[@beeseebee_]

Agreed!

[@DandanJaneJian]

I think even girls like her

[@wiseman292]

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES TIMES A TRILLON

[@taeais3991]

YAS I LIKE HER A SECOND AGO

[@jacksonpearce238]

It's so great that a lot of you have critiques on their performance. I know when they put this up, they were thinking "Man, I hope we get some awesome feedback from random anonymous people on the internet. They know everything."

[@vanessaciocco9308]

This video make me feel proud and empowered to be a woman

[@lainam269]

The beatboxer is amazing!!

[@apLouieSavage]

OMFG That Beatboxer though

[@LegitJesusChrist]

the main singer is absolutely breathtaking to look at

[@chrismealer4775]

absolutely

[@timing134]

Incredible ! 7 some years later it still remains one of my top picks on you tube. Way to go.

[@ilichiregius2884]

100%!

[@kalliopimavromati8408]

THE MOST FASCINATING VIDEO I HAVE WATCHED IN MY ENTIRE LIFE

[@f.a.v.5765]

then watch pentatonix ;)

[@speedstackingmaniac]

Floortje Verbunt or home free, voiceplay or the noreasters

[@kalliopimavromati8408]

Thank you both, I'll check both your suggestions out :)

[@shemeciahaskell322]

Lol they were really good but I wouldn't go that far😂

[@monicamutinda]

miss leader your eyebrows are on fleek

[@atomikfzr1]

That was phenomenal ... automatically in love with the beat boxing girl lol

[@tbizone2002]

awsome! As a drummer (both in and out of the highschool band) I appreciate the single girl keeping the beat. I'm always amazed at how they stay on beat and never loose breath.

[@lowkeyasmr8092]

the redhead though 😍

[@julianzacconievas]

This works on too many levels. Love it.

[@julianzacconievas]

I've watched this video many times by now.. Still blows my mind

[@StudioAnnLe]

Love this version of Royals!

[@rora2005]

The beatboxer is AMAZING!!

[@MaxGretinski]

Nothing good comes out of FSU. Go Gators!

[@dm919]

Three minutes and fifteen seconds of goosebumps. Thank you.

[@vallurirajesh]

I stumbled upon this thanks to a segment on CNN. This was really beautiful. The lead singer was particularly amazing, every time she hits that high note, I just wanted to kiss her!! It was that good!! Well done!!

[@vatsalguruvayurappan9724]

That harmony...man what Sound. *_* P.S. The beatboxer gal has got the sharpest eyes, the most attacking eye look and such a clear crispy beat rhythm. All of u...divine. Namaste from India!

[@conniecloyed5491]

I just saw Moulin Rouge, the Broadway tour, and was reminded of how much I loved this version of the song Royals when I first found it 9 years ago. I heard this version first (before even knowing who Lorde is) and this is still my favorite. Genuine, sincere and on key. Fantastic! thank you... and thank the rouge for reminding me~

[@lkscales]

Their harmony is astounding!

[@Tjecken645]

Try change the speed to 1.5x, sounded quite awesome. Even if the words sometimes might merge together, it gave the track a little more up-tempo dance rhythm :)

[@Kinfolk54]

yeah sounds nice

[@choonibooni]

niceeee :D thanks!

[@rolands17]

Can you change the speed directly on youtube or did you have to download the video or something? How'd you make it go at 1.5x?

[@pinklily1094]

Where you press play on the right side of the video. You click on the second icon that looks like a gear named settings. Then you select speed, 1.5 and enjoy the video again but with the speed change.

[@Tjecken645]

Thing is that if you want to modify the speed, you have to get google chrome. KZbin on Chrome allows that setting among other stuffs aswell. (Since KZbin is owned by Google) :)

[@michaelsims5348]

I'm an NJ/NY MC for over 20 years & went to college for music. The movie Pitch Perfect was a game changer for me, & I will be attending the "The Finals" in 2014. Im LOVING what you FSU ladies did here! The lead singer's swag is awesome. Keep up the OUTSTANDING work ladies....-OZ

[@carlal.5072]

Pitch Perfect 3, are you listening to this?

[@miroozy]

the beatbox girl is charming :))

[@mareksroba4981]

No doubt girls are talented but especially that beatbox annoys the hell out of me.

[@jenniferbennett1661]

Mark Screwba ya same ugh omg

[@MichaelBostwick]

@@jenniferbennett1661 why is she even there?

[@davtphil]

The facial expressions for the lead singer is everything every man loves about every woman. They're something we'll never be able to capture and it's impossible to create on demand, so we cherish it every time they come around.

[@gmnygrips]

that was off tha chain!!! They killed it! I can't stop listening. I know I've got the got beat who listened 6 times in a row. It was spot on and amazingly powerful. I'm just blown away...WOW!!!

[@heatguillen]

Boy, do I miss those days! I'd seriously be in Acappela choir again as an adult and not get paid penny for it! That's just how good it feels to be a part of this, personally. Beautiful voices ladies!

[@novaprospects]

You're all amazing. I come back to this year after year. So good! Thank you.

[@Angelaugolini]

Yes!!!! Now I can buy it on iTunes! So excited for the girls!!!

[@PaulThayil]

Love your singing group

[@rmccle02]

social media makes everyone a critic! These ladies are talented!! Live it up n' just enjoy it for what it is, PURE MAGIC!!! Such beautiful harmony! Wish you ladies nothing, but the best

[@odeed]

The chick beatboxing is rad.

[@angelawusk]

Goosebumps everytime. Great voices!

[@wrightclick]

There are literally no words to describe how attractive I find that red head vocal percussionist..

[@LivinginSanAntonioTexasNow]

My daughter and I love Pitch Perfect because of the pure talent it takes to 'make music with your mouths.' We also love #Royals and #Lorde and this a beautiful version of this song!! Great Job Ladies!!

[@Yuliynha]

This is just beautiful. Thank you.

[@KingdomChld]

Goosebumps ladies. Thank you for making me feel so good.

[@meth2anie]

the girl beat boxing, held it down for the whole group

[@julianhammond6067]

More like sped it up for the whole group.

[@meth2anie]

Julian Hammond true

[@marcoarreola4264]

Beat boxer rocked

[@mattholt3585]

I don't think people know how tough that beat boxing is-you all kept it moving. Lead vocals are great and the harmonies are well rehearsed.Excellent composition. Kudos to you all. I really enjoy college ensembles. It takes me back. Don't listen to the haters, it's a cover- Florida State College at Jax prof of math- much love

[@Kimby76]

This was posted 3years ago, but I still listen/watch it weekly! Can never get enough! Better than the original IMO.

[@arothmanmusic]

In general, I'm finding that I like covers of this song more than the original. This is a great arrangement, well performed. Not sure why the words "us" and "buzz" come out like "ice" and "buys" in the chorus, but maybe that's just a Floridian affectation. :D Keep up the great work, ladies...

[@alhogan3869]

It's not a Floridian thing haha, I'm not sure why it sounds like that either.

[@AbbyMMusic]

all of these ladies are so talented. i'm absolutely blown away by the bass and beatboxer. the fullness and richness of the overall sound... acabelles, you are incredible!

[@tjjones4351]

I've watched this over and over. Great job! Love the smile from the lead..

[@DarlingScarbroughMoore]

FABULOUS! And what I love most is the style of the video....everyone dressed down, and let the voices be the stars. Looking forward to an album!

[@sylvesterrose9930]

I look you ladies up after seeing this on CNN. And I have watched it several times to see who was doing what part of the song, you ladies are GREAT!! love it!!!

[@teresalt01]

Just absolutely love this. Watched it at least six times today. Not sure why anyone can find anything negative to say about it. Great talent..intriguingly 'simple' video and yet anyone that has ever tried to produce a video understands how difficult it is to make something so compelling. Kudos ladies..each and every one of you and all that participated in the planning and making of this video. Please consider selling a recording!!!

[@southernguy29]

What beautiful harmony. Amazing a cappella sound. I love it!!!

[@JimiJamm]

Smitten by the beatbox girl. Good job, ladies.

[@JimiJamm]

Folonko Jammeh When did you join the group?

[@dorianjarmon1661]

This was awesome, the girl hitting the bass notes and the best boxing AND the singing all on point

[@snoopDorkyDork101]

You are amazing! All of you !

[@eatonjask]

Not only is the singing wonderful - emotional, evocative, and technically brilliant - but whoever their musical 'stylist' is, is a master of the art, to have teased apart the song and set it to so many more voices and parts than the original!

[@adamtopper]

Great job Acabelles. Especially loved toward the end when everyone started jamming out.

[@BaileyCork]

I literally smiled throughout that performance. Humans are amazing!

[@LivingOurLifeKC]

A decade later, and STILL love this version. You ladies are awesome.

[@cherylvandermyde1121]

Each one of these young ladies have ROCKED this version! I'd prefer this raw talent than something synthesized and edited! Awesome!

[@tashathorpe1772]

Absolutely!!! This version is 100 times better than the original!! It's beautiful!!! ❤❤❤ I miss singing on choir like this

[@GuiiBrazil]

The beat is hot.

[@JacobRoberts-says-hi]

So impressive one person carries the percussion for this entire song solo.

[@kopkuk]

I will call you queen bees from now on....

[@Dai3eb]

I'm in love with the lead. This is such a great cover.

[@yourhomesoldguaranteed-pat540]

My favorite of all! I'm in love with them all!

[@gateway8833]

Personally, I think this is a noteworthy performance. I have no clue who that lead is in this performance she has a superior voice. This is what I want to hear when I listen to female vocal group. Bravo.

[@jjrockin343]

You could create the most beautiful, mind-blowing, overwhelmingly awesome video, and youtube commenters will find a way to poop on it. Don't listen to the goofs. This rendition is beautiful and these ladies are talented as hell.

[@leawinter1992]

Bravo! Very tight harmony, and everyone sung in perfect pitch. Excellent job!

[@HeatCastle]

Absolutely amazing! Congratulations!!

[@StephenStaver]

This is FANTASTIC!

[@kellygeorge7423]

Getting such a kick out of seeing the music of a girl all the way from little ol' Godzone country of New zealand being covered all over the world. Aotearoa represent!

[@mmaustin5404]

so beautiful... gives me shivers every time... thank you

[@dixeedawn1176]

Just amazing and just beautiful. Thank you.

[@luisjlopezf]

This morning in Good Morning America they showed a few seconds of this this video. I'm not kidding, but since then I've watched this video no less than 20 times. Had a chance to listen to Lorde's version... sorry, maybe I'm biased but I take this one by far. Good job!

[@the80386]

Love that beatboxer :D

[@1966redsoxfan]

I could listen to this forever.

[@larissadrechsler1342]

The best cover of "Royals" I've heared so far. You have an own way of performing and that's what makes it quite interesting listening to you. Thumbs up!

[@UrbangirlFabulous]

Beautiful ladies!!!!

[@illegalquantity]

I ♥ it you're very OK ! The beat box girl nailed it .

[@T3mplar_Knight57]

Awesome job ladies. Speechless

[@calilifestyle8573]

Beautiful and the beat box took me back. My daughter's loved this. Speechless

[@carlgrimeseyepatch27]

They performed this for my chorus class, they are even better live! great job guys!

That red hair beat boxer in the front o_O ! I think i'm in love

[@rambosmith5035]

You are all amazing thank you for this

[@SuperB252]

THIS IS THE GREATEST.......I GET CHILLS EVERY TIME I HEAR THIS!!!

[@ThankYouPageMagic]

Fantastic ladies! Wonderfully done.

[@Macaw_TV]

Wirklich richtig schön!!!!

[@annefresse8608]

hallo die damen, outstanding performance perfect teamwork there were tears in my eyes

[@scottdematteo3979]

Been waiting for one this good. Nice job ladies!!

[@ndakaulitz]

this is such an amazing job! OMG.

[@duncan-carter]

Loooove it!

[@jennifervicciariello2912]

You guys are amazing

[@LilSailor13]

I've always wanted to join one of these! Amazing! Outstanding!

[@tonyktown]

I searched "Royals Acapella" and this is what came up. I'm so glad I did that! :-D

[@Xeriess]

If u like Acapellas check Pentatonix version of this song :)