Dad hears Maxwell for the first time! Tiny Desk

[@doyleanlaura8301]

He had surgery about 10 yrs ago to repair a ruptured vocal cord. That surgery impacted his falsetto but he still sounds amazing imo

[@inlivingcolor...abroad6099]

Yea, he can’t hit the notes exactly the same anymore. Also, I think he has retired singing “This Woman’s Work” b/c of the amount of falsetto he has to do in that song.

[@Make_it_Make_Scents]

Oh wow! I didn’t know that!

[@AB-in2tj]

I didn't know that, I guess that explains why he left out this woman's work 💔

[@LordZevv]

​@@inlivingcolor...abroad6099 i didn't know that so it adds context to what I'm hearing. I've never heard him live before now.

[@smaner87]

Oh i was wondering what was happening with his head voice. Still so very smooth, one of the best to do it.

[@hadarc8014]

Now you and dad have to go back and listen to the studio versions of these songs to get the clarity and purity in his voice and the clear arrangement of these songs. This tiny desk showed he has the vocal intensity and capabilities.

[@w912smith]

I was thinking the same thing, especially when they mentioned they weren’t sure about his falsetto

[@hadarc8014]

@w912smith EXACTLY!!! Maxwell has one of the strongest and purest falsetto in the industry. It was not shown here as his strengths, but he did say he had been up all night, so there's that.

[@MySwagg93]

YES! I suggested awhile ago he listened to Maxwell!

[@kimberlytorres9790]

Not to mention his voice has either been compromised due to age or something else. His voice is still angelic but young Maxwell was purely remarkable.

[@GL-pk5xd]

He had vocal surgery some years ago and the falsetto suffers but I always appreciated the sonic listening experience of a Maxwell album more than anything. They should definitely take the 5 original Maxwell songs and listen for the channel. The Al Green cover I could have done without.

[@pepperpotbistro]

Miguel sounds like THE MAXWELL!! Maxwell is one of a kind! He is the blueprint to Neo Soul!

[@ririnicole9734]

I was searching for this comment!!! 💯 ‼️

[@keisongz]

Yep

[@you_can_call_me_T]

And his prime, Maxwell's voice was absolutely magical. He still sounds great, but them saying he sounds like Miguel and not liking his falsetto just makes me REALLY hope they go back and listen to his recorded music so that they can see why he's so loved.

[@sassybrown12868]

That's absolutely 100% correct👍🏽😌😏

[@zachamailangi2440]

Thank you @pepperpotbistro for clearing that up! Maxwell set the bar! Ive always told our children that their deceased Dad and I had "A Maxwell Lovestory"

[@marcussmith6805]

Maxwell's MTV Unplugged performance is top tier from 1997. One of the songs he did was a cover of Kate Bush's "This Woman's Work."

[@metibaclark5121]

Exactly! When he was in his prime. 💣

[@yolandacampbell9804]

So agree

[@imjusttrynaworkout9970]

A must!

[@dmj650]

If y'all listen to anything else from Maxwell, it has to be his Unplugged!

[@Make_it_Make_Scents]

One of his best performances, and albums 😊

[@krystalrose4186]

Glad to see you two enjoying Maxwell. Just to help with a few points: 1. Maxwell is in his 50's now 2. His falsetto was always his most noticable signature. Some years back, he had a vocal injury and had surgery to repair it. And yet he still navigates his singing so well. 3. Millennials are actually currently in their upper 30's - early 40's lol (80's babies)

[@KamandaHickey]

I never knew I was a millennial 😅 in am a 82’ baby 🙌🏾

[@OGXDream]

Incorrect sir, Millennials are currently 28- 43.

[@krystalrose4186]

@@OGXDream thank you for the correction. I forgot the inclusion of those born in the early 90's. And also, it's miss...not sir 😊

[@dmoneytrees]

The emphasis on mellenials only knowing pretty wings that Maxwell eluded to was false. He really transcended generations because when I was 6 yrs old I was a huge fan and listened to all of his music and so did my mom. So genx and millennial know him well

[@MusicLova84]

Kai your Dad would probably cry if he heard Maxwell's "Whenever, Wherever, Whatever" lol. The song is so beautiful!! And Maxwell is 51 years old.

[@LexiLaLuz147]

Agreed! That's such a wonderful, sweet song. Highly recommend listening to it! 💜💜💙💙💜💜

[@yaelshan2632]

& listen to the MTV Unplugged Version because - yas

[@Kim-hn5sw]

Also…”Know These Things”. I wish there were reactions to that song on YT ❤

[@saphire2214]

OMG, we need a Maxwell reaction to: This Woman’s Work, Fortunate, Ascension, Sumthin Sumthin, Get to Know Ya, Lifetime,

[@JigInsane]

All of those and some!!!!!!

[@dmoneytrees]

Whatever, whenever, wherever

[@NalediStar888]

I’ve been asking for this for too long

[@answ7211]

Every last 1 of them

[@juanamorales97]

I LOVE me some Maxwell.

[@onicafoster6480]

Listen to MORE MAXWELL. Wherever, Whenever, Whatever is a beautiful start.

[@you_can_call_me_T]

YES! The live version is magical

[@Erica-en2qz]

One of my favorite Maxwell songs ❤

[@yolandacampbell9804]

Sheesh I forgot about this one… very classic Maxwell

[@jaries9027]

Woman’s Work

[@dandreagreen8126]

Don’t forget the song “Fortunate”

[@Battle_Faith-Ministries]

Maxwell help put neo-soul on the map

[@sassybrown12868]

That part👏🏽

[@J91934]

He has gone through so much with his voice after the injury. He is an outstanding vocalist and composer. There is no comparison. Please do review his work. You will be blown away.

[@Tolaqha]

Imagine being introduced to Maxwell in 2024. Amazing. Please deep dive into his albums. Definitely watch This woman's work live if nothing else!!! 🙏

[@nekwaZ]

Imagine!!! A deep dive is essential, Maxwell is life❤️❤️❤️

[@WarrenBridges-um5cg]

@Tolaqua Not my favorite Kate Bush song, but it's up there.

[@Mongusta]

last September Maxwell performed in Joburg South Africa and he was in tears because of the appreciation of his craft, i am mentioning this to support your view that he still gets butterflies even though he has 20 + years in the limelight

[@altie2343]

Tiny Desk Concerts are at NPR headquarters in Washington, DC. Only employees and their guests are allowed (sometimes more popular artist shows are employees only). I was able to attend one because a friend works there. It’s legit on an office floor with a bunch of cubicles.

[@DeShaunMoon]

My friend used to work in the building and got to see Snoh Aalegra.

[@jasmineroussell4441]

I love that for them. That's an Elite office job.

[@yaelshan2632]

I love how Chaka Khan says “& the desk is tiny” 😂

[@coursecorrection4105]

Maxwell’s MTV unplugged set the standard for unplugged and I think paved the way for tiny desk. He exemplifies neo soul.

[@sassybrown12868]

Agreed💯

[@karenewheeler7778]

That's why Maxwell is so loved by his fans (me!) Because of his humbleness. Pretty Wings title of the song was his first recording after a 7-8 year absence and his recovery from throat surgery. Maxwell won his first Grammy for the song.

[@jadebeautxx3307]

His falsetto has aged, but still a great singer. You should react to his recorded songs to experience his falsetto from the 90s. ❤

[@lisacox5405]

I've seen Maxwell 2x and about to see him for the third time in a few weeks. The second time was 2 years ago. He still has the falsetto...I could hear in his voice he was tired during this show. He said himself he didn't sleep because he was nervous for the Tiny Desk Show. I could hear it in his voice. He normally doesn't sound like that. He was still good during Tiny Desk though.

[@telliesmith9825]

Should have checked out the MTV unplugged

[@jamedraa8472]

Someone mentioned he's had surgery on his vocal cords.

[@MiiDione]

When Maxwell first came out in the 90's, he was hot and his voice was really at its prime and so silky. A little over ten years ago, he had to undergo airway reconstruction surgery which affected his full singing ability, but he still sings beautifully. He gave a shoutout to Millennials for reviving his career with that song, "Pretty Wings" off of the album, blackSummersnight. Maxwell is one of my favorite R&B singers. You should definitely listen to the studio versions of the songs.

[@ajbaby93]

As a long-time lisitener of Maxwell and familiar subscriber to your channel, this is one artist that you cannot skip. His Tiny Desk was a reference to his music and for people who already know and love him, for you to really appreciate his music (and I believe you will, you should listen to his works separately). I recommend Ascenscion and/or this Woman's Work. Honestly his whole first album is such a transcendent dream of true neo-soul. Big time Maxwell fan and I think you will be too

[@you_can_call_me_T]

I kind of disagree about Tiny Desk being a good way to be introduced to artists. I think a couple of these songs you would've LOVED if you'd heard the studio version first, like "Bad Habit." Some of the best elements of the song weren't captured in this scaled down version, but those of us who already know it can get into it because we know the song and because of the nostalgia attached for us. But i would've loved for you to have heard the actual version first. I think Tiny Desks are best appreciated by people who already love the artist/music.

[@laeashalewis]

Truth!!

[@jamedraa8472]

I also think they were talking over some of the instrumentals, so they missed some of the highlights.

[@ijustneedmyself]

I agree. I've been introduced to some artists through Tiny Desk and enjoyed it, but their studio-recorded music doesn't sound the same. Typically for me it has been a bit disappointing hearing the studio versions after the Tiny Desk versions due to the sometimes overproduced nature of studio recordings.

[@you_can_call_me_T]

@@jamedraa8472 Oh man 😆 Sometimes it's like they instinctively talk over the best/key parts of a song lol. I know that not everyone enjoys music in the same manner, but I personally feel that a piece of good music should be taken in as a complete work of art, at least the first time you hear it. Talking over it is like seeing a painting for the first time but with pieces of tape covering certain parts. I would love to see them, at least every now and then, listen to a whole song completely uninterrupted, then listen a second time, sharing their thoughts.

[@you_can_call_me_T]

@@ijustneedmyself I can definitely see that. I think another factor is that some of these Tiny Desk artists have decades in the industry and there are a few whose vocals just aren't the same anymore and they adjust their songs to fit their current abilities. Maxwell is a good example. If they heard him in his prime, they would've never compared him to Miguel lol

[@samanthachambers3704]

I recommend that you and your dad listen to Maxwell’s rendition of “This Woman Work” by Kate Bush. It’s just beautiful.

[@Tolaqha]

The live version first please

[@KamandaHickey]

@@TolaqhaBoth are beautiful but the live version is from another level 🔥

[@JazzyLnae]

Both Maxwell & D’Angelo are credited with starting the neo-soul genre. Both are my faves! I recommend reviewing Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite Album or his live MTV performance of that album.

[@xavia2142]

Your Dad will be hooked on his music. I have been grooving to Maxwell since 1996, and I have had the pleasure to see him perform in different genres. What you see is what you get is "pure neo soul." Maxwell will not disappoint ! ❤😊😊

[@kellz7313]

I have seen Maxwell many times, he was struggling with his falsetto almost like he was loosing his voice but being the ultimate professional he pulled it off.

[@myrell002]

I think he’s still on tour with Jasmine Sullivan and October London

[@rafdes]

Probably should've done his album Urban Hang Suite, and then his Tiny Desk.

[@lyndoraburroughs-robinson5663]

Agreed 👍 🤝 👍

[@Toywins]

Definitely.

[@JavierGarcia-hd7xm]

Maxwell is unique… nobody compares to him.

[@StrangeDayz2024]

This Woman's Work.. have your dad listen to that album version of that song

[@MySwagg93]

MTV live version*

[@shyeir5278]

They gotta listen to his version of This Woman's Work

[@kraichellecurren7892]

“Basking in the pleasure of the sound”… well said, dad, I like that❤

[@t.breeze8659]

What they missed is the show is recorded in DC. The band incorporated Go Go drums into Ascension, starting at 36:15, as a nod to a sound and genre that is unique to Washington, DC. If you don't know Go Go music and this uniquely DC music, you’ll miss how/why they just remixed the song live on stage.

[@mikkitphd]

I actually watched this video on my TV, then pulled out my phone to let them KNOW how they missed that beautiful nod to the unique DC sound that is go go. Thank you for adding this comment. It is masterful when tiny desk artists recognize the small town feel of DC (that it really is) like this.

[@popsie4024]

Maxwell’s MTV Unplugged shows his true voice!! His version of A Woman’s Work is CLASSIC!

[@Avel-u2o]

Please please

[@harleenquinzel5814]

I think you all would appreciate the studio version of Pretty Wings, the horns really make that song. I think the Tiny Desk audience are the people who work at NPR.

[@wandafeltus3162]

Maxwell is legendary, in a class of his own. 🔥

[@KamandaHickey]

After this Tiny Desk I ordered Maxwell’s vinyl album ‘Now’ (even if I already have the CD😅 ). I am happy to hear that you enjoyed ‘Lifetime’ because it’s my favorite song from him. I suggest like several here in the comment section, that you check his live rendition of Kate Bush’s masterpiece ‘This woman’s work’ if you want to really hear his beautiful falsetto. In the recording version, he sings in both falsetto and head voice and it’s just phenomenal.

[@Toywins]

Lifetime is EVERYTHING.

[@Mr.International82]

You gotta have maxwells urban hang suite on vinyl! It’s a must! One of the best rnb albums ever!

[@sassybrown12868]

I clutched my pearls 🦪🦪😮 when you said you didn't like his falsetto.. Please gift yourself with listening to his recordings...He is soooo good...✌🏽🙂‍↔️🙂‍↔️

[@frontroom]

Will do! (Kai’s dad)

[@sassybrown12868]

@@frontroom 😊😊

[@nianoelle9283]

Please take a listen to this woman’s work and whenever wherever whatever! You will be blown away by his vocal capabilities and these songs

[@misschris1980]

You must follow the advice of your audience and go through all of his albums starting from the beginning! I don't think you'll be disappointed. But for me, an OG fan, this was so lovely! Remember when soul music made women feel pretty! ❤

[@tanyahayes1468]

His voice was tired... he is a falsetto master ❤

[@hughfuller8416]

Welcome to the entrance of the rabbit hole. You gotta go forward to go back. Press forward.

[@BelindaBBStorm]

Maxwell was the original Miguel sounds like Maxwell " Maxwell is the original King of R&B and Neo soul smooth one of kind loves songs timeless thanks for doing this one love it !!!!!! My favorite love Belinda BBstorm 😍

[@wynterseymour1471]

Eachhoureachsecondeachminuteeachday is one of my favorite Maxwell songs. His vocal range, his agility, his storytelling. Pretty Wings , Fistful of Tears, and Fortunate really show his ability. Beautiful writer. So spiritual and soulful. He’s my favorite

[@mikkitphd]

Saw Maxwell at an Essence Festival when Pretty Wings had just dropped. And he’d been away from the scene for a while…came back without his signature afro. He wasn’t even on the main stage but a crowd was there singing along to the new song - or at least just the chorus, it was ALL SO NEW! Such a great artist; always such a memorable performance.

[@kdm313]

Maxwell is an R&B legend. If you know you know

[@natashajohnson2747]

Amen to that!! ❤

[@jasmineroussell4441]

I was raised on Maxwell. I heard his music so much in my house, I thought he lived there.

[@bekiroberts4670]

As did my son 🫶🏽

[@portiamatthews9654]

That audience cooked that. Then the Go-Go was insane ❤.

[@carpediem9015]

Okay, dad just mentioned the falsetto so it is an absolute MUST (aka pretty pleassseee) record the pair of you watching Maxwell singing a Woman’s Work. 🙏🏾

[@stephaniejones4749]

I'm glad you guys did Maxwell I didn't know that you hadn't. I know Dad is definitely going to like this.

[@tjkraftful]

Maxwell IS POETRY! The way he expresses life, love, and enlightenment is poetic! For a Man to be able to express depth, passion, and be IN TUNE with hearts desired depth (truth, beyond the shallow) is REMARKABLE! THAT'S MAXWELL! I advise you both to get ALL OF HIS WORKS; I promise you won't be disappointed!!!! Keep doing what you guys do! Love ya!!!!!!

[@CristinB-rh4jk]

I love how thoughtful you both are with discussing these artists 🥰🥰

[@3COI]

His falsetto was off here, and you could tell it was something overall going on with his voice by the rasp when he was speaking. Of course you would have to have heard him speak before to know that lol. This Woman's Work is one of his most popular songs and it's almost entirely him singing in falsetto. Between that and how emotional the subject matter of the song is, it's no wonder he didn't perform it here. I saw him live at the Kennedy Center in DC last October and his singing voice still sounded perfect. My girlfriend thought he was lip syncing until he started ad libbing. He literally missed one note the whole concert. You should definitely check out his MTV Unplugged performance as well as the studio recorded versions of his songs

[@damnpam4680]

They moving like that it’s when the soul hits you mane we are something special ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@k.pelham2114]

I went to High School with Maxwell and it’s great to see him still doing his thing. Although his voice isn’t what it once was he still does an amazing job using his gift. I make sure to go to every one of his concerts when he comes home to Brooklyn/NYC. Please get into his albums and his MTV Unplugged where he is unmatched!!!!

[@akiawalton1164]

Maxwell’s This Woman’s Work from MTV Unplugged. Amazing!! He still sounds great today but he was in his prime then. He had some vocal injury that affected his voice a bit but he works through it.

[@lsceo5932]

On HIMUPSTAIRS....Maxwell is one of our hidden treasures and most never really appreciate him until you hear him again. My freshman year of college....2001...that damn Urban Suite was blasting throughout that damn dorm! 😂😂😂 My ALLTIME FAVORITE...."Whenever Wherever Whatever"....I proposed to my wife with this song. Underrated.... Underappreciated....and always Over Delivers. This man is a BAD MF! I appreciate this channel for taking the time to just check this REAL DEAL R&B Singer out! 👊🏿💪🏿🔥

[@devante1992]

U have to play Maxwell-fortunate. Thats the 1 song everybody was hopin he would sing on tiny desk and he didnt 🥹

[@ta5393]

I think he didn't pick it because it requires all his falsetto notes for the song. He can't hit those strong high falsetto notes like he used to since his surgery 10 years ago. So, I don't blame him picking songs that he's able to sing after his surgery. Still sounds great and amazing to me after all these years. ❤

[@devante1992]

@@ta5393 yeah either that or maybe because rkelly wrote it 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@natashajohnson2747]

I don't often comment but I feel the need to weigh in on a few of your comments. 1. Maxwell paved the way for artistes like Miguel and as someone else rightfully said, Miguel sounds like Maxwell, not the other way around. 2. Maxwell's falsetto is legendary!!! Just listen to 'A Woman's Work'! Again, many artistes aspire to this level of talent. I did not know about his vocal surgery, but this would explain why his falsetto sounds a little different, but still amazing! 3. Go look for Maxwell’s BET Awards tribute performance to Al Green and see Al's reaction! 4. Maxwell is a G.O.A.T. Don't call it a 'comeback' and nothing about Maxwell's talent is past its peak.

[@karenewheeler7778]

Listen to Maxwell's recordings and you will hear his falsetto before the surgery.

[@ccp1906]

His voice has been through a lot yet he still continues to persevere and puts on a great performance. If you want to hear him in his prime the Mtv unplugged really showcased all he had. He and D’angelo ruled male rnb for a moment and all was right in the world

[@jasminew8835]

His falsetto is one of his staples. Of course, when you get older that can get trickier. But if y'all look at other performances of his, maybe 10 years ago and he will hit the falsetto.

[@enhancedby_alex6376]

The original version of fortunate by Maxwell will always be a masterpiece 🔥🔥🔥

I saw Maxwell Tiny Desk concert and OMGoodness! It was the best one ever!! The Best Way to hear Maxwell is to be in NYC in the summer at night on a high floor building sitting on the balcony, lookin at the city-filled night lights with I-Pods on....or in the car in the summertime!

[@jessicayoung2584]

When you see him in concert His falsetto is still strong He sounds like he was sick or hoarse...so sure it affected the high notes..he said no sleep but it was definitely a little off of you know his norm Just pull up any one of his songs for the clarity and control and you will get the full beauty

[@harleenquinzel5814]

You guys should definitely listen to his live performances from the late 90s or even better his studio albums. Maxwell has vocal damage from years of singing so his vocal agility isn't as strong as it used to be and he's had to make adjustments. His voice his still obviously beautiful but in his vocal prime? Ethereal.

[@you_can_call_me_T]

Indeed

[@MaxineShaw_84]

💯 Unplugged was prime Maxwell, but this Tiny Desk was peak musicianship.

[@carpediem9015]

Thanks for sharing, that makes me sad but grateful he’s still performing! I didn’t even notice the lack of falsetto when I listened to Maxwell’s Tiny Desk til I watched this one bc I was too busy singing and groovin’! Lol

[@joshthayer6728]

Maxwell has been a favorite since the early-mid nineties for me. Owned every album on CD. So happy to see this and that you two are enjoying his music. He seems happy.

[@mzzthang3912]

Maxwell is one of my favourite artists. His voice is just butter yall need to hear his studio tracks and live sets from his earlier years he still sounds amazing but he had vocal surgery and i think yall need to see him in his prime to truly appreciate him vocally..btw Miguel sounds like Maxwell lol

[@bookfan22]

YESSSS! This was an amazing NPR tiny desk. I shared it with my sister and friends. He’s amazing live!

[@karenewheeler7778]

Dad said "missed the joke?" No joke. Just Maxwell's surprise and showing love to the crowd knowing all the words to the song. Something he always acknowledges in his concerts.🥰 PLEASE!!! Listen to his CDs especially his MTV Umplugged. You will hear his falsetto.

[@jalare5023]

I saw Maxwell live in concert many years ago. It was one of the best concerts I have ever seen. And, his hair was everything!

[@dmoneytrees]

I have been requesting Maxwell for a whole year. If ur dad liked Jill Scott and Solange, Maxwell is up there with neo soul early 2000’s-2010’s

[@karenewheeler7778]

This Maxwell fan is glad you enjoyed his Tiny Desk Concert. As other comments have mentioned you need to: 1. Listen to his audio recordings. 2) Maxwell had throat surgery years ago as a result of blood clots on his vocal cords. That's why his falsetto is not like it was in the earlier years. Listen the CDs. 3) The song Pretty Wings was Maxwell's first recording after a 7-8 year absence. Pretty Wings a song about a breakup, earned Maxwell Grammy Awards. Finally, Maxwell's interaction with his fans is like that all the time in his concerts. He's humbled and grateful to his fans and how we know ALl the words to the songs. Soo glad you and your dad enjoyed Maxwell's Tiny Desk. By the way, your dad was 100% right when he said "Maxwell is the kind of guy the ladies would love to have in their lives." ❤️ 😍

[@travisbickle1552]

Maybe 15-18 years ago i was lucky enough to go Maxwells birthday party in the Hollywood Hills. I wasn’t invited but went with a friend. It wasn’t his house but a rented out mansion. I went out back to smoke a cigarette and there was no one really around. And then Maxwell emerged from the bushes and trees with a beautiful black woman that was a Dime on anybody’s list. He looked kinda embarrassed but had a big smile on his face and said what’s up and went back inside. Who knows what happened in those bushes but i have my ideas 😂

[@dmoneytrees]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 great story. I visualized exactly what you said. There were so many gay rumors about him so nice to see it was at least a woman 😂😂

[@jenb.9454]

Bad Habits is my favorite Maxwell song. You should listen to the studio version, also!

[@teresamaxwell1715]

Love❤Love❤Love! Band was great, singers & Maxwell..his humility,grateful for fans was the icing on the cake😊

[@esinart93]

Ya'll have to react to his albums! There are so many amazing songs that he didn't do here.

[@sarahsimpkins1311]

Im 44 years old i remember i had maxwell album back in 96 when i was 16 years old Sumthin Sumthin is my favorite song by him 😊 Your Dad should watch that video

[@stacytrowell6890]

Maxwell is an amazing artist, and he's even better live!!! Definitely worth going to his concerts!!! I saw him in concert with Jill Scott and they both turned the arena out!!!

[@polisigh216]

I was not a Maxwell stan when he came out in the 90s but his craft has stood the test of time. And his songs are like comfort food.

[@GiaNescio]

Maxwell records were meant to be played all the way through. In the late 90s , early 2000s his was an album that you put on when it was time to make love! It's not just one song at a time. Maxwell creates a VIBE. ( I would not listen to it with my parents, this was boyfriend jams)

[@akesiacalderon5955]

Maxwell is 51 years old and still sounds great. I enjoy your videos so much. Dad is super chill. Awesome.

[@thaooaishathasati6940]

His mtv unplugged ….. amazing🤌🏾 I’m a forever fan from the beginning. I’ve seen him live twice and he was amazing both times decades apart. He’s the only artist I made sure to get his album the day it came out.🩵🙏🏾🩵

[@ukiyo06]

omg pls do his mtv unplugged performance, really showcases why he’s one of the best live vocalist ever

[@vanessaseymour2634]

'Simply Beautiful' is Maxwell's new single. It's a great cover of Al Green's classic r & b hit.

[@homagethegreat]

MAXWELL`S MIC IS ON 💥💥💥💥💥

[@MrMoz32]

Maxwell is the definition of an ARTIST! 💎 Mandatory listening and reactions on your channel, you wont be dissapointed👌🏾👌🏾 This Tiny Desk was on another level thanks to the crowd energy and Maxwell's interaction with them...made the whole vibe 🤩🤩🤩🔥🔥🔥

[@adoRebelstyle]

"This woman's work" would be a good one to react to also "Whenever wherever whatever". One not so popular song "Was my girl" is a good one also, really anything by him would be good. Also, please please do India Arie "Ready for Love", been requesting it for a while. Glad you loved Maxwell!!

[@rriley6963]

Tiny Desk is recorded in Washington D.C. When the band was playing Da Butt from the '80s & he commented about the crowd liking Go-go music. It's a subgenre of funk & originated in D.C.

[@bjjohnson1748]

Maxwell’s falsetto is actually very unique. It has changed over the years due to vocal cord complications. You should go back & listen to his raw vocals on MT Unplugged or any of his albums before 2007. He’s a treasure.

[@MissRuRuTru]

Maxwell has a very distinct voice. He was pivotal in neosoul/rnb back in the day. His falsetto isn't as clear as it was but to get a true appreciation of his vocals, you have to hear his records. Woman's Work and Pretty Wings you would really enjoy the studio versions. He did MTV Unplugged live and it was awesome.

[@mzzthang3912]

Idk if you guys are familiar with Go-go music it originated from black musicians in DC. The bass/snare/drum beat added with the last song was go-go if yall delved deeper into that sound i think you would really enjoy it

[@erica9314]

You haven’t listened to Maxwell? !! He’s amazing

[@lisamartinez4071]

I think he premiered Pretty Wings right after MJ died('09). He surprised everyone when he came out, and all of his was cut off and he dedicated the song to MJ.❤❤❤

[@GailBrooks-rr5fz]

Excellence was unexplainable!! I felt that I was part of the audience!!!

[@reginaebutler2340]

you HAVE to listen to his unplugged set or the studio version of his music.

[@asiahenry7798]

I went to see him in concert and he gives a stellar show

[@taviaaaa]

He spelled “R-O-C-K with you D.C.” since the NPR tiny desk office is in DC. And Maxwell was one of the artists that popularized the “Neo-soul r&b” sound in the late 90s & early 2000s. Maxwell’s known for his falsetto & his vibrancy. Maaan when he performs live he puts in a show. He will sing & dance freely all night. It’s crazy to think he’s in his 50s

[@msmagicity_]

Just in case it hasn't been mentioned, Maxwell touched on Go-Go music which is specific to DC and I guess the entire DMV area. Love that detail.

[@deonsmith133]

Totally enjoy watching your fresh first time listener reactions and your feedback is good to hear. Maxwell is a wonderful artist.

[@ajballer14]

Maxwell is neo-soul..he and D Angelo are the original neo soul artists. We were telling you this for so long when you did DAngelo lol...please review his urban hang suite album or even his other live performances from the 90s

[@theredpencil2564]

Tiny desk did not do justice to hear him for first time

[@you_can_call_me_T]

Check out studio versions of: This Woman's Work Bad Habit Pretty Wings And the live version of Whenever, Wherever, Whatever

[@dmoneytrees]

You need to listen to the whole album urban hang suite. It’s a no skip and black summers night. You are welcome. You will listen to him all the time. I have played him at least once a week for the last 20 years

[@dynastymcnair2153]

Maxwell is one of my favorite vocalists & artists. Please do more of his music. I know you guys would enjoy his content and his melodies. He’s truly one of a kind.