I'm Here (The Color Purple)

[@hail1112]

For everyone saying she shouldn't sing this song because she is WHITE: This song is NOT about the black experience , its about learning to love yourself despite having everyone in your life tell you you're worthless. Its about self discovery and empowerment. Which is a subject anyone REGARDLESS of color can relate to. So you keep slayin' it with that mix belt girl

[@savannahgannon2156]

GreggoMyEggo97 thank you! I appreciate your lovely compliments ❤

[@Quingjosie]

GreggoMyEggo97 though i don’t agree with the premise that race should play a factor in what songs you can or can’t sing. I have been asked why i chose to sing “I Believe In You” from How to Succeed. When i asked why it mattered the director told me “well, you know a black man has never played that role before” and that when i came in he “expected” i would sing something more “soulful”. Unfortunately, race is a huge factor in success or failure in this industry when it shouldn’t be. There aren’t many shows that have been created by black women for black women so if people are a bit territorial over them it’s understandable. I wasn’t impressed by her rendition, not because she’s white, but rather, she doesn’t seem to connect with the message the song relays. She’s trying to sound pretty and show off her ability to riff.

[@theamazingdayofamaramae9687]

GreggoMyEggo97 exactly how I was gonna put it myself

[@josiahjennings5380]

thank you for that she was triping

[@e-linamarie]

lowkey wish there was more communication between the pianist and the singer, there were some points where the singer tried to add artistic rubato but the pianist didn’t quite seem to follow that. not that the singer alone should lead; it’s a mutual performance, but they almost seem separate.

[@kathleenreyes23]

THAT RANGE. YOU KILLED IT GIRL!

[@savannahgannon2156]

kat reyes wow thank you so much! I appreciate you very much ❤

[@tyusmartin3682]

Y’all need to chill. As a fellow person of color,I see absolutely nothing wrong with this Caucasian woman singing this. A song is a song. There is nothing wrong with her singing this song. And besides, it’s literally about self discovery and being proud of who she is and gaining self confidence and loving herself. You can be white, black, or middle eastern to do that. So lay off her pls. You did amazing. I would love to hear more from you!

[@jalonistaylor5011]

why the fuck does the color of her skin matter, she is not celie she is Savannah who sounds just as awesome and beautiful, hell if I wasn't looking at the screen I could've sworn she was black

[@savannahgannon2156]

jalonis taylor thank you! I appreciate your kind words about my voice ❤

[@colorpurplelover8571]

GIRL.... YOU BETTA SING !!!!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Color Purple Lover my goodness! Thank you!! ❤️

[@oceanle]

This is an excellent rendition. You can feel her soul.

[@marcell_dupree]

Yaaaaassssssss! Fuck it up Savannah! While this is a "black musical" this song is simply about loving yourself and you sang the hell out of it!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Marcell McKenzie thank you so much! You are too kind ❤❤❤

[@martybob55]

Beautiful, simply beautiful

[@shaynabredbeck656]

Okay tbh I clicked on this video after fangirling over Cynthia Erivo for like an hour and a half and was super judgy at first just bc... I mean it's Cynthia Erivo and I was being protective. Lol. BUT HOLY GOD I TAKE IT BACK YOU CAN SING. KEEP SINGING AND WORKING. You're so talented regardless of song choice (which I love). ❤

[@savannahgannon2156]

Shayna Bredbeck thank you so much! I totally understand being protective of Cynthia. She will forever hold a place in my heart. I'm so glad you liked it! ❤❤❤

[@carmi.b-wrld]

Wow! First of all your tone is so lovely. All of the lower notes were so rich. I also v much appreciated your use of dynamics especially in the middle. I'm singing this for my spring showcase so I'm definitely going to use you as a reference. One thing I'd say tho is on your belted notes your vowels were extremely wide, but belting like this is hard lol. Props to you girl! You killed it

[@savannahgannon2156]

Carmie Basnight thank you so much! I really appreciate your feedback immensely. Good luck on your spring show case! ❤️❤️❤️

[@TerrellAmari]

I am in TEARS!!.. GREAT JOB!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Terrell A'mari oh my goodness. You are too kind!!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it ❤️

[@theamazingdayofamaramae9687]

Terrell A'mari same here!

[@DeborahMiller-hc7pm]

U sing it girl luv to c u make it wit ur own hit song powerful voice

[@Maabb3]

I'm from Argentina. I love your cover... Your voice is INCREDIBLE! Your interpretation reached my heart

[@davidponce2486]

My God...baby your are a blessing on this world.... You are ment sing!!! Have at it boo! Damnnnn it.

[@thargraves1121]

Amazing artistry, amazing vocal control , and shout out to the piano player. Keep going love and you sung from the GUT and killed it

[@DeMornaiUnraveled]

This just warmed my soul!!!! Beautiful absolutely beautiful!!!!

[@louisianaboi08]

This was amazing girl!!!!!

[@abikristen3685]

She's seriously going places! The world is yours, angel!

[@theamazingdayofamaramae9687]

Such a natural voice, I felt it to my core

[@oliviahutton8273]

Totally addicted to this cover, your voice is incredible Xx

[@savannahgannon2156]

Liv Hutton thank you!!! That means the world! ❤

[@oliviahutton8273]

Savannah Gannon without a doubt the best cover of this song on KZbin! Xx

[@kryslynemai1148]

this is a kick ass performance, absolutely stunning!

[@rosetaylor-riley7474]

SING it, girl!!! This is a wonderful rendition of this piece. Excellent work!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Rose Riley thank you so much! I genuinely appreciate you saying that.

[@TerrellAmari]

Beautiful voice!!... sing girl!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Terrell A'mari thank you so much!!! ❤️

[@lilmissmai4506]

What I see: people protecting the girl from racism What I don't see: racism Anyway, you killed it hun- well done! xx

[@benzmusiczone]

Keep singing girl! This was a MASTERPIECE!!!

[@theamazingdayofamaramae9687]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL

[@KurosakiKinoa]

I can’t believe I’m this late to discover this video.... MORE 👏 PEOPLE 👏 NEED 👏 TO 👏 HEAR 👏 THIS 👏 GIRL 👏 SHE 👏 CAN 👏 SING 👏

[@alexforgivenp3]

Amazing performance, greetings from Mexico :)

[@savannahgannon2156]

Alejandro Pavía hello there! Thank you so much ❤

[@masterchiefphantom1]

This is incredible. You are incredible!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Rob P thank you! It means so much for you to say so! ❤

[@rays.3242]

Wow what an amazing voice! Your cover of this song is probably one of the best ones Ive heard. I love how you eased into the notes and really took your time and you hit every high note effortlessly!! Amazing!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Rey S. thank you so much!!! You are just so kind. Your gracious words mean so much!!! ❤️

[@alexmullins2921]

Wow! That was absolutely beautiful!

[@ventasgobierno1302]

Such a great voice!! I love your way to sing this beautiful song 😍😍😍

[@willsilverside9369]

Yeah I’m gunna need to hear you sing the reprise of The Colour Purple pretty much immediately please! 😍😍😍

[@NEVERwillIletUgo]

Yo I’m actually crying right now. That sounded absolutely beautiful.

[@nadiasaffodien7486]

Respect....So flippen good!!

[@isabeldaza6136]

I would love to do this song for a competition piece, and I’m so terrified to be seen as appropriating culture when the song itself isn’t about race... but I see the side and I respect POC and the fact I will never understand their perspective as a Hispanic. I’m so amazed by the beauty of your voice and I’m so proud of you for making the choice as an artist to sing this song.

[@kallanengleson2815]

Damn girl! This is incredible! Honestly one of the best covers I have heard of this song ever. GREAT JOB!!

[@asmrdude1593]

I NEED MORE! You're incredible holy shit

[@savannahgannon2156]

ASMR Dude thank you so much! I am going to try to upload more. I'm so glad you like it!! ❤️

[@annrodriguez8914]

amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@adreyanc1889]

I was not expecting you to kill it like that❤❤❤

[@savannahgannon2156]

Adreyan C thank you love! ❤❤❤

[@jadaalston6458]

Simply put, one of the best renditions I have ever heard of this song, and I have heard all of the greats. Bright future ahead of you. Please ignore my ignorant black commenters. Sing what you want, because you can!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Jada Alston thank you so much! I'm always prepared to apologize when it's due though. The intent was never to offend, so if I need to apologize, I am more than willing. Your kind words mean so much to me ❤

[@lamebrain3176]

OMG!! THIS IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING AND YOU BELTED OUT THEM NOTES LIKE A CHAMP. Your voice is absolutely beautiful I’m currently learning this song and im a guy and struggle with the lower parts!! Thank you for this because this gave me some inspiration. Please keep singing your soul out and don’t let anyone tell you anything because they arnt on this level of flawless ness and and that I’m gonna part yes!!!

[@catielambert7575]

So AMAZING!!!!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Catie Lambert I am so glad you think so! Thank you ❤

[@thewizfan7627]

Forget these haters.... YOU KILLED IT & HAD ME IN TEARS ! GIRL YOU SING IT BETTER THEN ME

[@savannahgannon2156]

The Wiz Fan oh my goodness! Thank you so much! You're so kind and thoughtful for those words. Much love ❤

[@Sophia_Savage]

Im so extremely in love with this

[@savannahgannon2156]

Sophia Gottlieb oh my goodness thank you! You are too kind ❤️

[@thallytabraz9930]

Great job!!!

[@dwightgordon8559]

The colour purple was a black movie yes but this song is about loving your self and fighting back against abuse and wanting her children and sister back cause she lost am in the movie so anyone with a voice had the right to sing this song

[@chante-aalyah]

Loved it 😍🙌🏾

[@Reneeisme_27]

Yaaaaaas mama sang that song girl! U did that! U better werk yes ma'am!!!

[@dasom5395]

This is so beautiful❤❤

[@Elegantchelsea]

Yeeeesss keep singing very nice voice

[@savannahgannon2156]

Chelsea Pierrevil thank you so much! That means the world!!

[@adrianfernandez894]

DDAAMMMMNNNNNNN THATS WHAT I CALL SINGING!! 🔥👏🏽👏🏽

[@madisonbouwer9922]

wowza girl you go!!!

[@MiguelAngel-vd6wu]

WOW JUST WOW 😍😍😍

[@dwightgordon8559]

Beautiful voice

[@FroztedFlakez]

WOW! Sing it girl!

[@chloedonovan5743]

my god you sound amazing🔥😍

[@MissWestiee09]

Unbelievable 😍

[@savannahgannon2156]

MissWestiee09 thank you so much dearie! ❤️

[@Elizabeth-vc5tz]

wow wow wow, your voice is amazing

[@shortirae976]

I think you have a beautiful voice. Great rendition of this song. Don't listen to the hateful comments.

[@savannahgannon2156]

Amber Mazz thank you for your kind words. They mean the world ❤

[@laurynbprescott]

Wow. Just wow!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Lauryn Brene't ❤❤❤❤❤

[@cpiii6265]

YOU BETTA SAAANG! You're great :)

[@savannahgannon2156]

CPIII you are too kind! Thank you so much ❤️

[@hlobisilenhlapho4800]

This was amazing!

[@deltoraquest012]

Amazing!!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Sammy Smith why thank you! ❤

[@Azamatix]

This is amazing!!!!!

[@KeyboardCake]

DAMN YOU ARE FREAKING TALENTED 😭😭😭❤️

[@danielordonez4308]

Okay wow. You are magnificent.

[@vitorhugomarques812]

your voice is the most beautiful thing i’ve ever heard

[@nixon210586]

LOOOOOOOVE it

[@LondonRegal5]

GO girl!!!

[@firstblackcraig9744]

You better go head chileee

[@thomasfisher2455]

Yes. Yes. Yes.

[@muhetim.9561]

A M A Z I N G

[@chancerpup10]

Do you have any advice for this song? How do you belt so beautifully?!?

[@bbzblessed]

You are a talented young lady who can belt out a song. If you feel that you are able to emote well enough to tell the story of Ms Celie, make us believe what you believe through the song, then you know we are right there with you.... along for the ride. Just remember to read the book, Pulitzer Prize winning novel THE COLOR PURPLE by Alice Walker, to know the place you are coming from. The story is about how a woman who finally overcomes her lifelong struggles... her Times of adversity. Although she had a tough life, she survived and AME to inspire others through hardship and pain. So through the hopes and the hardships, she emerged victoriously and found herself... and learned to love herself regardless of her circumstances.

[@marseancooper2923]

When u started U had to like beautiful tone🥰

[@dreamcalister9999]

I don’t see anybody saying that she shouldn’t sing the song because she is white but what I do see is people defending her because she is white. There is nothing to defend her for, her voice is beautiful.

[@abikristen3685]

GET IT GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

abi kristen all of my love. Thank you so much ❤

[@goodvBD12345]

Dose it really matter who's singing it? There are so many "white" songs that dark skin people sing! Why dose it matter what skin color? I get it that this is original from the color purple about "black experiences" but this girl is just singing this song because she has the voice for it!

[@thewizfan7627]

goodvBD12345 "dark skin people".... you mean.... black people -.- .

[@reedchisenhall3117]

Wow is all i can say

[@tameishia]

Nice!!

[@williamlash414]

Hello, do u have sheet music for this key, cause I would love it!!

[@MsAmira1988]

You do an amazing job!

[@vegasbaby3669]

God almighty lord jesus...........SING. Absolutely, amazing.

[@morganml3983]

yes!!!

[@Azamatix]

Siiiiiing girl!

[@keyonioanetui]

YES. Yes. Yes.

[@savannahgannon2156]

50lbsOfLife THANK YOU. Thank you. Thank you ❤❤❤

[@davionjeanty7028]

You did THAT

[@tybolton8242]

Gurl YASSSSSSS

[@justingarde181]

DAMN! Siiiiing girl!!!!

[@savannahgannon2156]

Justin Garde thank you so much! You're very kind ❤

[@April.R646]

You sound incredible.

[@atlrecruit]

You did your thing on this!. Make sure you are invested in the storytelling aspect as well.. Good job!

[@HarrisonMartin]

SMH at some of the people below. So certain songs are only allowed to be sung by people depending on their skin tone? Got it

[@isabellaross7315]

[@savannahgannon2156]

Isabella Ross much love to you. Thank you kindly! ❤

[@brandontwenty3]

Sannnggg!!! ✨🙌🏽✨

[@chrismcbride2032]

YASSSSSS QUEEEN

[@MrTryi]

Yasssssss

[@savannahgannon2156]

Donnie Williams ❤❤❤

[@lamebrain3176]

More vids please!!

[@quintonwashington6232]

Sounds great.... better than most others who attempt those high notes. I will say work on those vowels with the notes of the song... almost sounds like your reaching to get that highest point "im gonna sing". But over all I love it ... you sound great and your tone/soul is geat also try to start a little softer in the beginning... these goal is from meek to bold. But still good