James McAvoy Performs Copacabana w/ Barry Manilow | The Jonathan Ross Show

When it comes to karaoke, James McAvoy is known to sing "Copacabana" by Barry Manilow. So Jonathan gives him the opportunity for a duet!
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Season 7, Episode 7
Original Broadcast Date: 29 November 2014
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[@nlhn638]

This is literally so wholesome. Notice how Manilow changes his style to match Jame's style. That is how you know he knows what he is doing.

[@user-ek7yc5zm1v]

seeing him be the one to ask if he wanted to sing it with him was so nice!

[@lalkoky]

I was NOT expecting James's voice to be this good, this man is incredibly talented

[@Iansco1]

Charles can sing. IMS so can Erik.

[@sensitivedogs]

Not a great voice…but very sweet.

[@mariemulkey4228]

Have you ever watched mcavoy in becoming Jane? He will melt you with his vulnerability, charm and more than excellent acting skills. Trust me, it’s worth a look.

[@lalkoky]

@@mariemulkey4228 of course I have it's what made me become such a big fan, I've seen so many times I know it by heart 😂

[@allisonB123]

This was so so special, bless Barry Manilow’s heart, it was so kind of him to play piano for James (who was clearly thrilled) And James killed it 😂

[@viggycat8592]

And who wouldn’t want to get a hug from Barry Manilow?! Hello! Copa is still one of my favorite songs!

[@jivebunny3765]

Wow, was not expecting that singing voice to come out of James McAvoy. Kudos.

[@davidserlin8097]

I didn’t think I could find James McAvoy any more attractive, but my attraction has just gone up by 5000%

[@michaeldelosreyes9213]

Barry Manilow is a goddamn national treasure! They don't make performers like him anymore.

[@davidshep45]

I can't believe it's been over 40 years since that song was released. Barry was an anomaly back then because disco was at its peak and he came out with beautifully arranged love songs with Broadway appeal.Those songs meant everything to me then and I still love them..

[@kar891]

That is the best description of his songs I have heard. They mean so much to me too. So fantastic to see this moment!

[@Jan2times]

Didn’t realize James could sing. Love him even more.

[@lilgrannyari]

Awww their sweet hug at the end!!! I love how James seemed so starstruck he couldn't really look Barry in the eye-- and then they both killed it during the performance!! This was just perfect!!

[@maryalthene]

The feeling you get when your idol is playing the piano and you're doing karaoke to his song

[@mariakelly90210]

I've always loved Copacabana, and I loved hearing James MacAvoy sing it, especially with Barry Manilow playing the piano.

[@susancouderc359]

Gotta love James McAvoy 😁 this was great. Great voice.

[@callycharles2515]

Whoa mamma, that just made James McAvoy even sexier than he already is.... lit the room on fire!!!

[@skyfall2813]

i could listen to James McAvoy's singing all day long

[@teresawalker5676]

Barry Manilow deserves these moments, he's infectiously fun and enjoys his talents.

[@ashleyknight2344]

Could it GET more wholesome? No. No, it could not. So sweet. ❤

[@ekmickley]

One of the greatest musical talents with no Hollywood drama

[@kirinmirza6124]

This needs to go viral! What an amazing duet, amazing vocals from McAvoy

[@fionaneale3784]

Barry Manilow studied piano at the prestigious Julliard Music School in NY. He spoke about being there in a most modest way when he performed recently at the Palladium. It was an amazing concert and his voice has just not aged at all. Immensely talented and all round nice guy too. Very generous in praise for his backing singers and musicians as well.

[@pars1256]

James and Barry, well done! Lovely ❤️❤️🎂

[@amyelizabeth529]

My Mom was a huge fan of Barry Manilow, and I knew all of his songs too. I would've been starstruck as well. This was so sweet and uplifting. Big fan of both James & Barry.

[@ritchelmacapagal7641]

Omg! You're a revelation James! 🤩😍 I didn't know you have a gift in singing. A true talented actor! 💯😊❤️

[@oveelo]

i LOVE LOVE LOVE this!!!!!!!! Barry you're so awesome!!!! James you're so awesome!!!!!

[@chepebeto3876]

How beautiful an artist should be to do it this good. James did it with utter respect to the artist just in the right level. He sang perfectly in tune but never intending to challenge Mr Manilow. He indeed was singing well but with respect and admiration at the same time. Love to all of them. One of the greatest videos I’ve ever seen on this show. Thank you Jonathan and to the other artists participating.

[@aquamarine_nz2296]

Fantastic. Love Barry Manilow and also always impressed by James McAvoy's amazing talent.

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

What a surprise! And James did remarkably, esp considering he was nervous.

[@ladyjustice1474]

James didn't do half bad, especially for being nervous. Well done to both of them.

[@anonpers4641]

Yes, he was the spotlight in those days … we had enjoy every bit of his songs 👍💫❤️❤️ it been so long ..

[@jandmvideos9051]

Just discovered this and all I can say is, “Wow!” I love this!

[@user-rz8bu6vl8x]

Wow, I'm very impressed with James voice!

[@wollysocks1]

brilliant love his deep vocal.

[@maryhabbart8847]

Love Barry. Love his music.

[@MajorTomgames]

'if the like you in britain they like you forever' * schoffield looks around furtively *

[@mctorny1]

Love James' accent

[@peggylarue7824]

Didn’t have that duet on my 2022 bingo card. Wow.

[@nosoupforyou425]

How exciting, getting to meet a legend with a story like that, awesome

[@Love2Communicate]

This was not something I knew I needed. Well done James & Barry! 💕

[@BellaWorldAni]

Imagine singing Copacabana with Barry MANILOW accompanying YOU on piano!? Like, WHAT??!! Who gets to do that!? James McAvoy, that's who.

[@gracieambrosio4967]

I'm from Brazil, Copacabana

[@sedwards524]

Omg I love James ❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍😍

[@sylviamelvin9047]

Barry is saved because of my prayers!! Praise the Lord!!👍👍

[@mariakelly90210]

What in the name of I Can't Smile Without You are you talking about?

[@MamaT160]

Wow! Didn't see that coming! That was great!

[@Alipore70]

Music and musicians never age ❤️

[@bellaventimiglia35]

Esp when they’ve gotten plastic surgery! 👽

[@teresayeates3437]

Is there nothing James cannot do?!

[@Psalm-bo9ml]

That was AMAZING!😍

[@roniimontfort536]

Aaawwww that was awesome 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@fernandaflores6177]

I FELT IN LOVE! This man is... 1:21 is a precious smile

[@jmatt4life]

I love this number! AWESOME!!!

[@jojobaba754]

Omg I loved that!!!! ❤️❤️❤️👌👌👌

[@kimberleypowell7719]

Wooooowow!! Well done!

[@katrinalay4189]

Oh my God! This is surreal! And delicious!! Two of my favourite performers come together in a most unexpected way!! 💗💗💗

[@dawnjohnson8739]

Great voice!

[@bruceprins3305]

So cool!!

[@Pequin1000]

Wow ❤

[@criminalmindsgirl2936]

OMG! How amazing is James! I love this!

[@pauladias2040]

✨ brilliant!!

[@fabyakita5391]

Oh my God, how amazing!!!

[@oceanpier]

I bloody loved the spectacle of Barry Manilow movies. ❤

[@tampazeke4587]

That was Epic!

[@catherinetimmerman9107]

I had a rat named Lola so this I always turn this song up and smile!!

[@thejesseduel3876]

Well damn 😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😳😳😳

[@CClearly0]

So sweet 🙏❤️

[@macmac3344]

Wow James that was phenomenal Very talented man Thanks for that I enjoyed that immensely

[@miladyamalia6446]

oh dear, how lovely!!

[@queenmum698]

That was awesome!!!🍹

[@maileannlouie]

Awesome! 🥰

[@wwilson7594]

I will always and forever love James from that moment on.🤩👏🏾 Barry Manilow is legendary.

Wonderful.

[@nikita5662]

I am in love dang

[@keithhaggard323]

Incredible fun.

[@sawdust2556]

Happy Birthday, Barry! 💕

[@user-te3mg6lw8j]

Outstanding

[@wwllmcheng]

That was warm hearted watching.

[@nathalieconnor5803]

Wow! Barry is still alive!

[@lauraellenrogers4161]

Fabulous!

[@skyla1069]

Brandy…. Trying to get the feeling again. Beautiful songs and I’m usually into old R n B!!

[@francerichards5955]

Wow!!!! He’s pretty good!!!!!!

[@chrishannon8187]

James is a lovely guy

[@UMVELINQANGI]

Bravo! I loved that so much, maybe too much lol.

[@natalyamarkova9305]

Необыкновенно красив и талантлив Джеймс

[@oneeyeddog3045]

My mom and I were big fans. When I hear his music it makes me think of her.

[@bryanfranks3205]

Wow..go James! Brill

[@maximilianc9897]

Awesome

[@carolinelawrie7142]

GOTTA LOVE BARRY MANILOW 💖💖💖💖💖

[@mbsheisey]

Wow! McEvoy has a great voice!

[@jennic.548]

Wow!

[@jlouutube65]

I think I still have my "Oh Mandy" 45 somewhere.

[@darasimiAdj68]

James sang like a Broadway actor😂🕺lovely

[@andrearukop8069]

James ❤️

[@NerdGlassGamingPA]

My heart would bust out of its cage if he told me " and if I played the piano for you... " Sir, ! Who am I to tell you no !?!?! :D

[@valariewillis6000]

Barry is Awesome

[@jeanettesmith765]

James McAvoy😍

[@papapiers1588]

Omg I enjoyed that …

[@miakulick]

Wow!! B Manilow s a legend, obviously, but James voice when singing, it s 🥰🔥👀💋🎼🤤😘😋👀💋

[@Alex22.22]

And he can sing too 🥰

[@mariajefferies8555]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@teresacollins7763]

THAT was cool.

[@tesssy3964]

❤️❤️❤️

[@MonaMarMag]

♥️♥️♥️

[@S.L.S-407]

If this was from 2022, Manilow is 79 years old.