James Bay - Let It Go - Dance | A Breakup Story

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A Breakup Story.... So You Think You Can Dance finale choreographer Talia Favia's take on breakout singer/songwriter James Bay's "Let it Go", performed by Madonna principal lead dancer Chaz Buzan and Courtney Schwartz is a chill-inducing mix of heartfelt emotion.
DanceOn's "James Bay - Let It Go | A Breakup Story" is the premiere episode of ARTIST REQUEST, a weekly series that pairs emerging music artists with industry-leading choreographers and dancers. This episode of ARTIST REQUEST was produced, directed and edited by T.Milly Productions.
James Bay is an English singer, songwriter and guitarist. His new album, Chaos and the Calm is available now and reached number one in the UK charts. He won this year's GQ "Breakthrough Solo Artist" award, a designation previously held by Sam Smith. He was recently named an "Artist to Watch" by MTV. James Bay is represented by Republic Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
Talia Favia is an LA-based choreographer whose work has been described as "challenging from the inside out." Talia is the creator/artistic director of LIV Dance, and founder/director of contemporary dance company "The Difference Between". Talia was a 2014 Capezio A.C.E Awards finalist which is a designation for the next generation of emerging and influential choreographers in the commercial dance world.
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[FULL CREDITS]
Director/Editor: Tim Milgram
Producer: Nelson Diaz
Producer: Jacob Patrick
Producer: Carly Casey (DanceOn)
Choreographer: Talia Favia
Performed by: Chaz Buzan & Courtney Schwartz
Cinematographer: Tim Milgram & Anthony Kimata
Production Assistant: Simi McManus
Music Partnerships: Erica Forster
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[@kennyg240]

Whoever choreographed this needs an award

[@gitanayj]

Is Talia Favia

[@couldiget500subscriberswit9]

Ikr this was amazing

[@monique3984]

agreed 10000%

[@monicapeeples9078]

Mackenzie B yazz

[@TheChihuhua]

Yessssssssssssss!!!!

[@joolaycho]

Jesus christ the strength and athleticism that must take...

[@lilyhennessey]

I agree with Julie about the control as I am also a dancer, especially in moves like the one towards the beginning when she did the head stand and held til he picked her up.

[@ONtheRoad90]

Emma Brickson can you tell me which kind of dance is this called? It comes from contemporary maybe? Thanks

[@yt6251]

Miko Landia yep this is contemporary!

[@lilmisssunshine264]

Ikr

[@pounds410]

I love this type of dance and I wish I could do this

[@acey7025]

Same

[@eenchantress5113]

Same

[@dylan5108]

Well stop wishing and just do it😘🥰I believe in u!!!

[@daniellebustillo604]

@@dylan5108 most motivating phrase I heard all day

[@dikasochirin4116]

Fuckin learn then

[@nijiajohnson8189]

8 years later and still so damn good

[@SeanMates]

The thing I love about Contemporary Dance (perhaps dance in general) when it is done like this is that it is a reflection of pure trust and expression. These two I actually believe are acting out James' lyrics in a living story. That is perhaps the best compliment I can give to the choreography and the dancers. I keep coming back to watch it again xo.

[@lakcunha7654]

Yep it's the most powerful way to show what you hear

[@timmilgram]

Thanks for all the love guys! #aboutToHit1Million!!!

[@DanceOn]

+Tim Milgram #teamwork :)

[@miriamsokora4554]

I'm absolutely obssesed with this! Also her shorts are really cute

[@yakiahserrano4975]

You only care about the short

[@yakiahserrano4975]

????

[@domino5480]

who said she cares only about it?

[@juliannel5182]

She said "ALSO her shorts..." which implies that she likes the previous

[@marythomasbutler4591]

Yakiah Serrano she literally said ALSO so when is that all she cared about??

[@Participant]

What a beautiful interpretation of the song, this was truly a joy to watch!

[@DanceOn]

+SoulPancake Thanks so much for sharing! Feels for the soul...#DanceonJamesBay

[@nochuchuu8805]

I want to learn this but I can barley get up out of bed to use the freaking bathroom LMAO

[@BleepBlorp11]

Same

[@_krampus]

Same omg

[@hongjo2750]

Bangtan Trash MEEEE😂

[@thetongueofangels1882]

God bless you. Merry Christmas.

[@GirlstimeR5b]

i feel personaly attacked

[@lolaeb2028]

The way she points at him and he turns it back to her 😢 such a strong meaning

[@DanceOn]

THANK YOU for all the support around this video and these amazing artists, Talia, Chaz, Courtney and Tim. Choreographers and dancers can be perceived as a secondary part in a performance, but we're so happy this story showcased beautiful art and talent as the primary subject. A performance like this really conveys powerful emotions, that many of us can relate to. We're so glad that this has resonated with so many people. This is what makes us human, art that makes us feel. Earlier this week, Talia Favia, the choreographer was interviewed by The Huffington Post. We wanted to also share with you her response. "I wanted to show people all the emotions you feel when you're about to end something that was once very special: sadness, anger, confusion, doubt and finally, relief," she said. The fact that Buzan, a principal lead dancer for Madonna, is also Favia's boyfriend added another complicated, emotional layer to the whole experience. "There were moments where I was thinking, 'What if I were to lose him? What if this were to happen to us?'" she said. "I definitely pulled from that a lot during the creation process," she said. Share the feels, #DanceOnJamesBay

[@shalinishroth3290]

I got goosebumps! Wow!

[@gaiar257]

I love this is my favorite dance video

[@breannapaddon1189]

+DanceOn wow this is amazing

[@selinaambrefrancequin8727]

What style of Dance is this??

[@abigailmichel9258]

Interpretive :)

[@keviouk]

This choregraphy is very intense, physically and emotionnally speaking. Congratulations! And this girl has perfect legs ♥

[@pocapeaches27]

same

[@Thoughtso573]

She has the legs of a toddler

[@keviouk]

Thought So You have the brains of a toddler

[@joanfollero6243]

oooooohhhhh ^

[@ainsleydowling9680]

her feet r my life goals.

[@TurtleOnTheRun]

This isn't long enough. I need it to continue on!

[@orileyautoparts6952]

This called me untalented in 63 languages, 25 fonts, and by email and text.

[@vasilinaf9562]

Yeah same 😂

[@byun.x.kkaebsong]

I got a phone call about it too

[@jungwcnz]

@@byun.x.kkaebsong I love your name :)

[@byun.x.kkaebsong]

@@jungwcnz thank you! :)

[@keke._marie]

😂😂

[@farheenahmed4683]

Can't get over the part at 2:40 when she points finger his way but he shoves it towards her and the blow she felt after it. Her expressions at 2:28 were so powerful. Also the way he broke away when she clung to his leg.

[@Mrschristinehubert]

I'm not into watching dance videos, but man this was phenomenal. From the start to the end I was totally engulfed by the emotions and moves these two portrayed. Job well done.

[@alannajohnson5043]

same! I'm speechless

[@iamdadjan]

mee too

[@dylandickerson6975]

Can anyone tell me what kind of dance this is or style is it considered ballet or what?

[@gracedunham786]

it's definitely not ballet.. more contemporary or lyrical work (:

[@dlnrlrosemary7777]

Grace Dunham I searched contemporary dance, and found this as a listing. ✌🏻💜💃🏻

[@DancersGlobal]

I definitely can appreciate the work that went into this piece. The dancers showed great chemistry, vulnerability and passion. Quality wise, the direction and editing by Tim Milgram was, and always is, incredible. #DanceOnJamesBay #DanceOn #LetItGo #Dance #ABreakUpStory #TMillyProductions

[@DanceOn]

+DancersGlobal We love showcasing the talent and dancers as true artists. Glad you're able to give dancers a platform too! Keep watching...thanks for the support!

[@DancersGlobal]

+DanceOn No problem, thanks!

[@kyuunrinlee1380]

Kinda scared me when he opened her mouth but damn, this is amazing!!!

[@youhan9460]

KyuunRin Lee yes you should feel like this...they want you to feel it

[@ubernicky1376]

I was the 100th like. Totally unnecessary but thought u should know

[@NeloNath]

I was the 800th.

[@eden3537]

I really felt the tension between the two dancers, I could feel the break up, tear apart feeling. And that, ladies and gentlemen, is a job done right. Kudos, both of you

[@leavalaitis3741]

I just spent the weekend dancing with Chaz, Talia, and Courtney at Radix and they are all so talented and they inspire me so much

[@jynaroy2263]

makes me miss the ex i never had

[@m.xrleneee]

same

[@Rynne_1]

+Jyna Roy saaaaame

[@kenzieskye3053]

Made my day 😂

[@nickiswag531]

Same

[@nancylive6571]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@NicoleJoanneMusic]

This is absolutely breathtaking.

[@valeriemanuel1940]

Yeaaa ryt

[@kaitlyndang2793]

the 1 million views you guys got are from me because the amount of times i watched this

[@DanceOn]

+Kaitlyn Dang thanks so much! feel free to subscribe for more

[@noemiejuthier906]

+DanceOn I'm afraid it is also because of me guys, your job is so amazing! Do it again, please!

[@iamstarstrukk1]

+Kaitlyn Dang same 😂

[@alisakomendova3514]

+Kaitlyn Dang I was just about to write the same thing :D

[@giannak3417]

SAME

[@justinvreeland2095]

This is probably my favorite expression of modern dance. It's a painfully beautiful song, the choreography is impeccable and captured the meaning of the lyrics better than the lyrics themselves, and the dancers' execution is as close to perfection as is possible. It doesn't hurt that Courtney is absolutely gorgeous.

[@sophiemccartney4349]

1:57 this is so beautiful and that was my fav part! i love dance and drama and this choreography and the way the dancers portrayed the emotions is spot on. love it. can't stop watching!😍

[@DanceOn]

Can you relate? Let us know how you feel. This beautiful piece to James Bay "Let It Go" choreographed by Talia Favia, and performed by Chaz Buzan and Courtney Schwartz moved us...powerful! Another amazing video from hit director Tim Milgram. #DanceOnJamesBay

[@PinkLipsSwagger]

Beautiful! 💞

[@Leemastaflex]

I'm going through a break up that is literally out of my hands. It has nothing to do with me why we cannot be together. I know she still loves me and I love her. It just cannot be. I can't have any part of her in my life to be able to move on. She wouldn't let go. I wouldn't let go. So I had to burn the bridge. And it makes me so, so... Sad. Beautiful video. Brought me to tears.

[@MrSlamm3r90]

+DanceOn I went through a break up recently, I still love her more than anything, but she doesn't love me anymore, it breaks my heart, but there isn't much I can do. This video was beyond amazing.

[@neokoga]

+DanceOn phenomenal job. It really encapsulates the wide range of emotions, the push the pull, the torment and difficulty of what it's like to go through a breakup. Really really touched me.

[@xn0nax]

+Leemastaflex going through the exact same thing right now.. broke up 3 days ago.. we both love each other but we couldn't make it work. Need to let it go to try and start to feel happy again.

[@brookeross3417]

Awe , this dance is so emotional , I cried tbh, it's so emotional good job❤️, I'm a lyrical dancer too but I never show anybody that I can dance, I dance when I'm alone and dance my emotions, that's one thing I love about lyrical you can show ur true emotions

[@chelseac288]

Brooke Ross same I thought I was the only one

[@lakhenaung9298]

Brooke Rosss this inspires me somehow ty

[@hypeunicorn11okilee52]

me to i show my mom webs for teams ans shes says cool then lets it go no one takes it good

[@katiegomez4616]

Brooke Ross same everyone think I dance bad but I never try to dance in front of them

[@amelialouise3817]

Brooke Ross Don't be frightened to show people what you can do. You have talent. I'm also a dancer and I have been since I was 3, nothing is better than showing people what you can do and people liking it for the talent that you have. 10 years of dance and yes I still worry about showing people but ik that I dance for me and people will love it. Dance is an art, express yourself.

[@tamzinlw]

This is by far the most incredible dance I have ever seen

[@DanceOn]

+Tamzin Williams this moved us too! thanks for watching, check out the other incredible dancers from DanceOn too!

[@thetongueofangels1882]

It's 2019 and i'm still hung up on this.

[@jamied5159]

the girl’s arch in her foot is beautiful omg ! i can tell she’s an amazing dancer and works very hard to be the dancer she is 😻

[@nicolebayless]

Anyone else noticing how perfectly toned her legs are omg

[@cyrahevdm]

The story behind this is beautiful...

[@RPPRods]

Beautiful work! and really love the camera work Tim Milgram!

[@timmilgram]

+RPProductions Thank you!!

[@natashalima8726]

Essa coreo me toca profundamente, é tão expressiva que praticamente verbaliza o que quer passar.

[@carloseduardo3436]

Concordo plenamente!

[@Freedom-pz6px]

They are like magnets of the same pole They cant get too close without pushing eachother away

[@neldawood3886]

Idk how ur comment doesn't have a lot of likes ...it's so true

[@damagedcanvas9550]

Really needed something like this. I just got out of an abusive relationship and I've been struggling a lot with feeling like I deserved every bit of what he gave me. This video, for me anyways, kind of illustrates what I've been going through. For the longest time I was his puppet constantly throwing myself back at him, because no matter how much he hurt me he told me he loved me. And now that he's gone it's hard to relinquish the hold he has over me. I was scared for far too long and this helps me see that I have to release it.

[@vidarshi2793]

I hope you are stronger and healed. Sending love xx

[@aliysonh.1367]

That girl is INSANE!

[@JM-lx9df]

FlowerKitten Productions thank you! I was waiting for someone to say that you are awesome!

[@agneslee7593]

There are no words to describe how incredible this was

[@Z0mb13ta11ahase]

Something about the girls eyes in this legitimately enchanting I can see her living the story because she’s so in it.

[@katnance6155]

Oh my gosh. Fell in love with Courtney Schwartz watching her do ‘Rome’. Little did I know I’d actually seen her before. Gosh she looks different with straightened hair

[@Alison-dt5wo]

That precision, that emotion, that choreografie - it's just so awe inspiring and beautiful at the same time!

[@devanshitank7119]

i was soooo mesmerized by the girl, her expression's were on point!!

[@amytanaka4606]

Ever since I first heard this song, I was dying to see a contemporary choreo!! So happy about this :)

[@DanceOn]

+Amy Tanaka Thanks for watching Amy! Check out the other pieces on DanceOn to James Bay as well!

[@rachelrodriguez7493]

This was literally the best emotional story telling choreographed dance that I have EVER seen!!! This is absolutely beyond beautiful you guys are an amazing job! ❤️ Thank you I watched it so many times!

[@JunDageki]

For a dance with so many complicated moves, it's easy to understand every expression the art tries to communicate, kudos.

[@oliviaparrott4179]

can we just take a moment to appreciate the part where they're pointing. she points the finger at him and he dodges the blame. he shoves her hand so that the finger is now pointing at her. and that's what destroys her.

[@morgangiulianelli1779]

That's one of the best (worst) parts. It's so heartbreaking yet beautiful at the same time how elegantly they were able to capture that. If you've ever been in a relationship, you know all too well that game.

[@clumsyrayann194]

I love how Courtney (the girl dancer) has shock and hurt every time he makes it come around to her. she really portrayed the emotions spot on!

[@Driden]

+Olivia Parrott Could mean she's at fault for him wanting to leave. Could be him pointing out the fact it's also not all his fault she needs to look at herself. Of course you being a woman want to completely blame him for all of it. Let's not forget this is a man's song singing about wanting to part ways with a girl who just won't let go.

[@avgic4136]

+Driden she doesn't mean that. Of course it's not completely his fault but it's not completely her fault either. They both blame each other.

[@ashley621peabody]

+Driden Pretty sure her point was that until that moment, the girl is so busy blaming him and clinging to try to fix the relationship on that basis, that she never accepts any responsibility for her part. In that moment, she does. And it is a painful moment.

[@lesleyrodriguez3176]

I found this video today! and I've seen it 3 times already!! it's really beautiful,love the connection they have!! 👌 amazing job!! (sorry for my English)

[@lesleyrodriguez3176]

and I just subscribe!

[@lade2rex]

Your English is really good, no need to be sorry! :D

[@lesleyrodriguez3176]

+lade2rex ^__^ thanks!

[@ainoorkarim170]

your English is good

[@ronna1231]

There is no such thing as watching this video too many times.....Absolutely amazing

[@carlaaarikagatus8823]

This is one of the best choreography I’ve ever seen! The dancers are amazing as well, I cried just watching them dance.

[@AashishKaji]

This ain't dance. THIS IS ART. 💔❤️❤️💔❤️💔❤️💔❤️❤️💔

[@shaunamcgregor3093]

Yous two are amazing!!! I love your choreo

[@moontea7983]

Same!

[@HulaKathy]

This is amazing! Choreography and dancers are insanely beautiful. Complimenting the song and lyrics so perfectly, you can see its about a breakup but theres no bias point of view, the struggle is mutual and you almost feel helpless watching them break.

[@DanceOn]

+Katherine Escajadillo Hi Katherine, thanks for watching! check out the other James Bay videos from our dancers too!

[@karenkerviek6503]

Wow😮 la puissance des émotions que ces deux danseurs transmettent 😢🥺c'est... j'ai pas les mots...bravo 👏 ❤

[@ciarabroderick8346]

sometimes I find it hard to understand the story behind most contemporary dances but this one is amazing because I can understand it every detail too, from the guy pushing the girl away then him coming in close again I can identify what every move of the dance symbolises in a troubled relationship and this dance is what makes me realise how important it is not to give up on my dream of becoming a dancer

[@emilymercado7668]

whoever choreographed this has an amazing talent

[@racxuexue730]

such a powerful chereography I'm crying so hard ugh

[@kaliebug]

I never really knew what this song meant behind the lyrics until this dance. It's changed everything.

[@MRYBGMZ]

I love this beautiful art peice. Im watching this over and over,the experience watching is amazing everytime.

[@notakebax72]

this is absolutely heartbreaking and spot on a - a beautiful sad story.

[@LauraLegille]

just watched this ten times in a row and I'll watch it ten times more... I've never seen such a breathtaking choreo before! Epic dancers and perfect filming, this deserves 20 million views at least.

[@MelloNotMarsh]

That’s so deep. In the beginning they were both on the couch ignoring each other, and even after all that in the end they’re back where they started 🤯 The choreo was also great! It makes me want to dance again ☺️

[@itsamberchannel9757]

JAMES BAY NEED TO SEE THIS.

[@caroldoocy4130]

I bet he has seen it. I'm surprised more comments haven't said what a great SONG this is too. Or is that just naturally a given??

[@lillysmith4040]

Ammazing... this should be the official music video LOVE IT

[@annad6439]

Damn this choreography is good- as are the dancers

[@brittnipeters8175]

This choreo is art in the making I loved it

[@amyhebert5481]

This brought tears to my eyes. Absolutely beautiful.

[@sandyhuang1723]

Good job Talia Favia this is so amazing this dance portrays all the emotions in a breakup fight perfectly😭😭😭

[@Amiamigg]

I startet crying when she sat grabbing on to his legs, I can relate so hard to not wanting something to happen. Jeez.

[@dlnrlrosemary7777]

Amanda Drugge Same!

[@mayz7970]

some of the most creative choreo I've seen. really great job

[@alannajohnson5043]

1st time a dance makes me cry with goosebumps everywhere!! this was BEAUTIFUL ♡

[@itsjustraevyn4894]

So so so beautiful. You can tell the dancers trust each other

[@rayonennis6079]

This is the most emotional story I ever saw can't stop watching this video

[@brookem8225]

This choreography is amazing! I love it when I can follow the story in a dance

[@ellyellyelly13]

2:05-2:20 gave me chills, so good bravo 👏🏻👏🏻❤️

[@alyssasanimals4214]

watched this in school today and cried.. thank god the lights were dimmed :))

[@gigglewiggle1187]

Wow. I just discovered this video today. I almost cried. I sent this KZbin link to all my sisters and female coworkers.

[@clairegalea9936]

This makes me remember why I started dancing and why I can't and won't stop 💖

[@russelljavan2512]

Her legs motivates me to workout

[@bloo7678]

Wow, just wow.

[@AvisWrentmore]

Amazing dancers but also amazing actors. Brilliant, so much talent.

[@jainasolo50]

The way that this was choreographed and executed is absolutely phenomenal. You can see the guys anger in his actions, his frustrations, and his eagerness for it to be over, yet at the same time it’s hard for him to leave. And you can see the brokenness if the girl, at points she’s just needy. She feels like she needs him, and he wants her to know she doesn’t. At times they’re pushing each other, and it almost seems like they hate each other, but then you can see how much that anger is destroying their relationship. It’s just so brilliant! Excellent dance!

[@stevenan93]

breathless

[@f.g.4904]

Wow what a haunting video. great dancing

[@chloegreen1372]

This was incredible, gave me goosebumps ❤

[@barbaramckenzie5915]

I want to cry. It makes so much sense to me right now.

[@nimmis9469]

God! This chore alone holds so much meaning..I wish I could give it million likes 👍

[@reverie2000]

I return to this at least once a week. So stunning and powerful!

[@ashleybrettschneider2463]

I’m so weak I literally cried 😩 beautiful choreography and meaning 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@kellypandaqueenb4711]

I keep watching this I love it so much it has such a big meaning

[@JM-lx9df]

Queenbabe B I've loved it not something I'd do EVER AGAIN

[@monique3984]

i love this so much i come back to it every so often. this is the best visual representation of a relationship being dead

[@gab1sca]

I love the detail at the beginning. For one to stand, the other needs to fall. Something that quiet often can happen in a relationship. Amazing interpretation and keeps me coming back to watch it.

[@maryistoocoolforyaa]

I feel touched by this choreo.

[@kieunguyen8730]

Still my fave couple dance

[@jessicaelliott688]

Absolutely incredible!!! Felt so much from the choreography that I broke down in tears... Not only tears of pain, but tears of passion and love as well!!!

[@ayoo9963]

Im not even lying this is the best dance i have ever seen art in its truest sense u can act see how carefully thought out every dance move is beautiful

[@danasweeney616]

Absolutely beautiful and so horrible at the same time! Breakups are never easy. This shows the struggle of wanting something and it just not being the right thing. Kuddos to the dancers and choreographers!

[@lollyhaywood3851]

Such a joy to witness such amazing and talented dancers like these 😍

[@andiehuman]

I go back to this video all the time. It’s just such a good duet. Great acting, great choregraphy, camera work, lighting and color grade? All amazing

[@ispeakmythoughts9866]

Beautifully Done,

[@missryanswers]

Epitome of visual expression of being so in sync yet so disconnected from your love. BeaUtiful.