Jennifer Nettles - Glory Days - Kennedy Center Honors

Jennifer Nettles covers Bruce Springsteen's "Glory Days" then joins Ben Harper on "I'm on Fire" at the 2009 Kennedy Center Honors.

[@manuelromero2128]

Jennifer Nettles kills everything. She’s incredible!

[@veumhahravenedj2215]

The President, First Lady, the author..... No pressure. Jennifer is so underrated as an artist.. She can sing anything. Love her voice,

[@clovergrass9439]

Uh, first lady? That thing has a penis.

[@teresacoello1716]

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[@cyndie-anjellvernet4114]

This woman’s voice is as smooth as liquid gold. I just love her spirit… you can tell she’s genuinely having fun & just loving what she does.

[@miker8379]

I don’t think it’s smooth at all. That would be boring. Her individuality is what makes her stand out.

[@blueberry11051]

@@miker8379 Spirit? I love everything about her. She is like silk....

[@denisjl100]

she comes out and shakes them out of their seats with glory days, then puts them back with i'm on fire. superb. the old fellas will never be the same.

[@whyputaname]

I like watching the Kennedy Center Honors, it is the only time you can actually see the Artist enjoy what they created...

[@airplanesrfun]

whyputaname so much this.

[@Neptunemoon20]

oh gosh it takes guts to walk into that room filled with serious-looking people in suits and act crazy like that and have so much fun. this is why she is definitely one of the BEST performers in music.

[@jld4870]

Absolutely-she is unapologetically herself. You GO girl... I want to be like Jennifer when I grow up, oh that’s right I’m already a big girl. Oh well will learn from Jennifer to just be me....Thanks girl!!!!!

[@anthonydow8209]

Especially with the original artist in the audience "The Boss"

[@rb-ip9mf]

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[@iwanbottos5128]

Why do they always pick either this or Born in the USA , his only two songs I can't stand .Oh God, forgot about Fire , let's hope they won't do Dancing . Hundreds of brilliant songs but no , let's pick his commercial m9ney makers . Bruce this is so sad .

[@58caliber]

It’s an Anthem for all ages. As you are now I once was. As I am now you will be. “in the wink of a young girls eye”.

[@Tmckshuz]

Jennifer has a great voice.

[@lindahamilton3012]

I love Jennifer Nettles. She is an awesome talented person.

[@lovvingd]

Hello Linda How are you doing today?

[@monicacubberly-early1901]

Ready for more Glory Days now! Ready to rock and roll!

[@donaldbrady3850]

Hell yeah! Open borders and the Keystone pipeline stopped. Time to buy oil from Saudi Arabia and Iran again! Putting America last again!

[@cindishea6162]

Jennifer, You Made “The Boss” Proud!! I’ve seen You in Concert & Bruce Many Times!! I Lost a Job to Go to a Bruce Concert but it Was Worth it!! Thank You Jennifer God Bless ❤️🙏🏻

[@kipmoore8865]

Hello, how are you doing today? Thanks for your love and support..

[@slammer5565]

Jennifer has one of the best voices in music, period. She can hold her own with the best of them without needing auto tune. One of the best female voices in the world unplugged with just here and a guitar/piano. Love her to death.

[@juliemudd2985]

Jennifer is so underrated. Her voice is magic ❤️

[@barbaraharrison3014]

There's nothing this woman can't sing, even this song 😊

[@doryannedemille3961]

Her voice is amazing! Always loved her.

[@lovvingd]

Hello Dear How are you doing today?

[@doryannedemille3961]

@@lovvingd Good. How about you?

[@lovvingd]

@@doryannedemille3961 I'm good thanks for asking. Where are you texting from if I may ask?

[@normadesmond6017]

I always call Bruce my friend. He's been with me during my entire adult life. And he's never let me down.

[@LierenCavanaugh]

Incredible... Jennifer Nettles is drop-dead gorgeous, and that voice... she could sing a phone book and it would be amazing.

[@stephieirene1]

True, and she knows it.

[@juliemudd2985]

Jennifer is so underrated! ❤️

[@LierenCavanaugh]

@@juliemudd2985 Yes, she is!

[@booshallmighty]

Did we watch the same set? She ain't no Bruce would've been better if she remembered that.

[@booshallmighty]

@@juliemudd2985 Jo she's not

[@pastina000]

WOW !!!!....Never heard or seen this artist, amazing stage presence and audience reaction...LOVE her !!

[@karenstrycharz1499]

I have always loved her & “SUGARLAND!!!” She truly is extraordinarily!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@manuelmartin8890]

I remember being a kid with a tape cassette with Bruce's back side and a red bandana sticking out his pocket ,and all I wanted to do was play that tape and put my bandana in my pocket .born in the USA was just all I wanted to listen to .in a box somewhere I still have that cassette tape . Thanks Bruce for helping me to love and appreciate all types of music. And bless America .

[@DT-5150]

Never been a real Jennifer Nettles fan but she does have a great voice. And her eyes in ‘I’m On Fire’… WOW. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@afpwebworks]

That's a SMOKIN' performance of I'm on Fire isnt it! You can almost see the sparks between her and Ben Harper. I was half expecting Jennifer to smack a kiss on his lips any second.

[@dale60035]

Jennifer Nettles treats every performance she does with such emotion and respect to the original artist. Love this song because it recognizes our "Glory Days" that we can't always get back. We'd like to though even if life isn't so kind.

[@edilberherazo7589]

There is a star when you don't know anything about it and for a really first time you see and listen her and she stay in your mind. She is wonderful!

[@MsWarriordiva]

She's well known in the country world. Heard of Sugarland? That's her & her guitar playing partner. Her voice is amazing...even with her twang.

[@edilberherazo7589]

@@MsWarriordiva I didn't know about her and the song I'm on fire. She is just lovely !

[@loriwood9594]

@@MsWarriordiva facts!

[@stelladonaconfredobutler9459]

She is MAGNIFICENT!!!! Great cover, damn. They were great

[@lovvingd]

Hello Stella How are you doing today?

[@sevets2000]

Jeenifer Nettles is, quite simply, one of the great talents of our time. These performances showcase some of that talent. To those here who think it was a little "too country", get down off your high horses and out of your ivory towers and open your ears. Just fantastic!

[@ACoKyo]

so true. This song, Glory Days isn't just about the city. It's the entire country so it belongs to everyone

[@lorrainedempsey3320]

Jennifer Nettles is one of the BEST.

[@davemcbroom695]

To a great American poet. I will scream BRUCE up till die.

[@MrParputt]

Super talented lady! As an aside, the drummer has been at several KCHonors gigs and in my humble opinion he has to be one of the best drummers available!!!

[@kathykb8123]

Kenny Aronoff.

[@VincentVega-qs4mr]

Yea Kenny aronoff if one of the best drummers available that’s why he’s there . Or steve gadd was too expensive or didn’t need the money.

[@nicholaslacovara2381]

Jennifer Nettles shes got the voice and a true in her soul performer, always puts on the great show!.

[@barabrajames5939]

Jennifer Nettles, Meryl Streep, Barack Obama, and Sharon Stone...It doesn’t get better than this.

[@jhumspogi3945]

this woman is a country song singer but can really sing any kinds of songs

[@DroneLifeRC]

Jennifer is so underrated as an artist.. She can sing anything. Love her voice, ❤❤❤

[@cherylhowe1541]

I totally agree with you😊

[@jcearnhardt393]

Jennifer is not underrated. She has won so many awards and is very known for her song writing, and the whole world knows she is one of the best female singers on the planted, not sure what she hasn't won as a artist, Jennifer nettles is considered one of the best artists in the world by every major firm that writes, reports, or covers any genre of music.

[@sandropacchiarotti9520]

@@jcearnhardt393 Jennifer è molto amata anche qui in Italia.

[@barbarasteward5864]

@@jcearnhardt393 Jennifer Nettles is not only a fabulous singer/songwriter, she's also a terrific actress and needs more acting parts. She definitely is a powerful singer who puts alot of expression and energy into all her performances.

[@k.t.5405]

Nettles got him..."Bottom of the ninth" 😉

[@skysensor8015]

Jennifer definitely is bad ass singer!

[@gilmayer1]

What a beautiful homage to the BOSS! Tremendous execution and productive 👏 🎸🙏🙂💙🎵🎼🎙

[@ritamartins1530]

Spectacular. From Brazil.

[@bluesteel5688]

And a more deserving man you could not find.....BOSS

[@robertl.stevens5577]

The one thing I appreciate the most is talent, but even moreso is other true tale who supports it. Just look at Meryl Steep's reaction & how she urges the other people to join in & enjoy the performance. Now that is a person secure enough in their talents to wholeheartedly support another great talent!

[@dhammdeepbhagatdd]

Right on.

[@ulrichwill496]

Diese Frau ist unglaublich gut!!!!!

[@afpwebworks]

Jennifer Nettles. What can i say? She's on fire. My GOD look oat those eyes in the second song - SMOKIN'!!!!

[@jackeroo75]

Damn Jennifer nettles can stare any man down!

[@gregtrent807]

This woman is addictive to listen and see on Stage , great entertainer

[@kristybarker924]

She's always so happy

[@lovvingd]

Hello Kristy How are you doing today?

[@deboraalves1531]

I love Bruce Springsteen. Success Jennefir ❤❤❤

[@markanderson0022]

Hello Debora how are you doing 👋👋👋👋

[@calbassas87]

The way she looks singing I’m on Fire is absolutely the hottest thing I’ve ever seen.

[@jak30341]

Mm hmm that’s Jennifer Nettles 😍

[@UCqkdtMiE5ZquD_lF9prae4Q]

@@jak30341 yes !😍

[@lyndadobbins2360]

@@jak30341 she looks amazing

[@summerwest1801]

Right????

[@monjiro8344]

I have watched this probably too many times but never get tired of it. Good for my soul.

[@marcjames3487]

Damn that girls on fire ............. Jen's got such a range

[@elenaevans4658]

Jennifer Nettles has the talent, voice, ability to inspire, give hope and love and her Gospel songs are just s touching as her awesome songs about love, loss and life's struggles. provoking her awesome or one home alone playing at home possibly shut in ; gives them all a reson to live until the good Lord takes she or her fans to heaven where we know we will see them again. Thank u Ms Jennifer from bringing from the dark hours alone and depressed and as I listen and many times sing alone, remind I have a reason to wait on God's time to take me home in his time with his plans. What an honor it would be to meet you. God Bless my sister in aChrist. Much love and prayers. xoxo.

[@lovvingd]

Hello Elena How are you doing today?

[@elianazsss]

Amazing songs! God blesses Bruce Springsteen. He is a legend and long life to hum😍🥰🙏👍👏👏👏

[@nicholaspiscitelli2192]

What can I say, I just love Jennifer, her voice has to be from heaven. Everything she sings is so pretty, just like her.

[@karenstrycharz1499]

I absolutely adore Jennifer too & absolutely everything she does!❤️

[@hectormesa9475]

two big thumbs up

[@adelminafantini9454]

Sino contenta che l'America ha premiato con la medaglia per la libertà il mio Bruce Springsteen

[@clifforddeintje5438]

So good to hear that Jersey sound mixed with the country twang of Jennifer. She is a cutie, no doubt!!!

[@Tayrulz1]

Meryl is my favorite actress and when I see a smile on her face she LOVES what she's hearing and seeing. I hope the President and First Lady liked her performance as much as i did

[@peaceprayers]

She's always so fabulous.

[@HashtagAPI8]

The Gemstones brought me to Jennifer Nettles and I absolutely love this woman and her cover of the Bosses song is amazing

[@boydbaxter]

One of the most unique and best voice talent of our time.

[@hootwho3640]

What a great tribute to a hard working man!!

[@aliasmarg8ta127]

I can listen to Jennifer sing all day

[@cyndie-anjellvernet4114]

Ben Harper is one fine wine, that man gets better looking each passing day.🍷 I’m just a sucker for a man with dimples.

[@jcriswell22]

I bet you never sang in front of so many stiff's!!! Bette had it going on!!! Gotta a love a Georgia Peach, being one myself!!!! You make us PROUD JENNIFER!!!! You Go Girl!!! Don't stop now, you're needed!

[@marcusbailey2518]

Yes, I second that they were stiffs indeed! I dont get it! 🤔I know it's a formal event and all , but I would have been out my seat rockin ! This is the jam!😀✊

[@glynismcgourlick]

I'm on fire is the best. They sing it beautifully

[@scottmoulton1423]

I am not that big a fan of country music, but I absolutely adore Jennifer Nettles and Sugarland.

[@spiru7]

Jennifer Nettles is a ray of sunshine - good music - many thanks - Joe - Malta

[@kerrywilsmore2941]

Jennifer nettles has an unusual ,strong and beautiful voice. Great tribute to Bruce.

[@amberwilliams3605]

I agree

[@oldmanballer5088]

You should hear her rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody! It’s on KZbin and it’s as good a cover of that song I’ve ever heard.

[@jak30341]

@@oldmanballer5088 yes indeed

[@lisamcmullan6484]

She,s just awesome

[@afpwebworks]

@@oldmanballer5088 When I first saw that she had done Bohemian Rhapsody I didnt believe it. I thought she must surely have made a pretty thin, weak version. That's a rock band - she's a single person But no, she pulled it off!! What an amazing performance that Bohemian Rhapsody is!!

[@tomadams5582]

The Boss !!! And the best female vocalist in Country today .

[@shakybilli]

Amen!

[@tomadams5582]

Praise God !!!! Don't you love how the first couple pretends to get into it . How fake can they be ???

[@tomadams5582]

Ben Harper singing about Rape !!!!! Interesting .

[@charlesprice2225]

+Tom Adams They don't like white people

[@tomadams5582]

Okay Kanye

[@benvankoningsveld]

Jenn could sing the phone book and still blow me away.

[@biboonnang]

i seeee your priiiide Bruce! Lots of LOVE from Ontario CANADA Stay SAFE you PRECIOUS CREATURE!!💖💖💖🦅

[@markanderson0022]

Hello Jennifer how are you doing 👋👋👋👋

[@twoblink]

Jennifer is so good that country music haters even give her the nod. She's the Thomas Keller of the music world, so good even her enemies won't talk trash. Her voice is smooth like Ky, thick like a Texas Brisket, has the body of Gisele Bundchen, and she's more energetic than Richard Simmons on crack. Jennifer is blessed with a great voice and we are blessed because she chose to share it.

[@robertcyphers4602]

Damn she is gorgeous! Great voice too!

[@melaniamonicacraciun9900]

Unforgettable moments indeed...hoping for the Glory Days to come

[@kimkochel8157]

Jennifer Nettles is awesome. She reminds me alot of Kathy Mattea, the neighbor next door. A person that you can pour out your heart and soul to and she is always ready to listen. Love ya Jennifer!!!! 😀🦋💝👍🌷

[@emiliov2373]

Great job. Jen is the complete package.

[@lawrencehopcroft699]

Jennifer rocks it, of course!! Jennifer is so underrated as an artist.. She can sing anything. Love her voice, ❤❤❤ The Boss !!! And the best female vocalist in Country today .

[@christinewhite624]

I like her singing this so much better

[@ditto6330]

She sings so beautiful she has so much energy! Obama and his wife Michelle are such a beautiful couple! Doesn't she look so amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@user-hk7hz9cn7v]

You mean Michael

[@maryhuhnke8496]

@@user-hk7hz9cn7v Took the words right out of my mouth!!

[@sarahsundstrom1425]

One of the best voices in country or anywhere else for that matter

[@throwingpotsandpans]

Who knew she could sing contralto and soprano? Seriously talented.

[@janschroder1559]

I just love her !

[@melaniamonicacraciun9900]

We are still in time for sharing Christmas gifts suggestions for the beloved ones, our childhood sweetest memories still the best gifts above all

[@mikeacton2203]

this woman can sing anything and add an unique personal touch

[@congeeks]

I so agree. I'm not a country fan...but this is amazing and she is amazing.

[@maryhuhnke8496]

There was Nothing country about her performance..

[@jeannineburchett8096]

She’s just awesome , what talent !!! She can do anything !!!

[@ianosborne188]

Until 2016..I was a Blind 'Fan'.. MAGA GLORY DAYS TO COME🙏

[@gerricampbell2089]

Wow Jennifer Nettles you are the most versatile singer out there, you hit it out of the park again!😘

[@Andybernitez-nm9qr]

Hi Gerri💐💐

[@MartinaFan87]

I completely agree with you. I was really surprised to see so many negative comments about her voice. Jennifer has a very unique voice and I think when some people hear it for the first time they think its wierd. But, if you listen to all the Sugarland music you see that she has an amazing voice with a lot of range. She is amazing.

[@jacketmom6]

She is phenomenal..

[@rickbateman2401]

Completely agree. I found Jennifer Nettles in a random KZbin video almost by accident. She has an incredible voice. Sure there are songs and styles that fit her voice better than others but that’s the case with every artist.

[@freakbennett2263]

Ægree, tötâlly, jùs såyîn ¡😎🥚😎!

[@crazyhorse9902]

Some people think they know better her voice was amazing

[@karenstrycharz1499]

Love, Love, L-O-V-E Jennifer N. & she did a phenomenal job on “GLORIA DAYS”( my personal favorite song by Bruce Springsteen, whom I absolutely adore!!)!

[@martinwilliams3365]

This is so good. respect from England!

[@maryhuhnke8496]

Hello from across the pond..Michigan!

[@DonnaLane-pw4rg]

Smoking them down Jennifer! Congratulations to you Bruce.. Thanks for the memories and music Donna Lane Kingmam Az

[@bigboy1948]

I cannot tell you what I love about Jennifer's talent. It's like a voice from heaven. A voice filled with emotion and love.

[@bernlin2000]

Wow, her tone and range is really extraordinary, love it!

[@janesmith3123]

Love Jennifer Nettles

[@alphaacton]

two voices so different yet so a like shows how distinctive the voice of america truly is

[@sundialsoft]

not sure how anyone whose ears & eyes work can downvote this. It's a great song sung by a wonderful singer. What more do you want ?

[@derrickcrawford6235]

This girl can SANG!!!!

[@twinks2.]

My all time fave song x

[@siantwigge5805]

It's always so easy to see when someone is having a great time and Jennifer is doing that by the bag load in both songs

[@psylocke7]

What a beautiful duet. I am now totally conviced she can sing just about anything in any genre. She seems like a very positive & happy person too. That's a tough venue and audience to get going. But you can always rely on Meryl to be having fun.

[@sergeantmasson3669]

Jennifer is a good actress as well.

[@constancelena]

[@davidtrott5200]

Considering that we got to enjoy it, who really cares about the reaction of the audience. Meryl obviously enjoyed it, and I think so did Bruce. Jennifer Nettles, Sara Bareilles, and Eva Cassidy will go down as some of the female vocal greats in the past century. I was raised on classical, but gotta say I love this woman's voice and her seemingly endless talent.

[@sabrinamusso2105]

WOW ! Ciao from Italy 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@michelleeggers719]

I love her top...oh...and her voice too! She has such a presence!

[@nicolemargiolas4288]

What a great tribute she is so good at all she does!

[@NolanBuchanan]

Jennifer Nettles' voice is amazing as always, but props to Kenny Aronoff back there on the drums, one of the best backbeat drummers you'll find.

[@JustMe-ww6fi]

I'm On Fire 👏👏🌟🌟 love this song ....nice harmony

[@jeromeperlongo5331]

Good God I'm so very late but I gotta saybthis woman's voice ain't appreciated as much as it should be...... she's a rarity raw talent no help with her voice ..Jennifer my hats off to your blessing and God givin gift can't get any better than that your so very blessed love you my friend!!!!

[@axelhager4773]

Did you already listen to her rendition of "Bohemian Rhapsody"?