Jimmy Fallon CRIES During Taylor Swift's "New Years Day" Performance

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You might know that Jimmy Fallon canceled all of last week's tapings following the death of his mother, Gloria and returned Monday night, still visibly shaken from his loss. Holding back tears, Fallon at one point recounted a childhood memory of his mom squeezing his hand three times to say "I love you."
Tonight producer, mike dicenzo said on twitter, that QUOTE Taylor was not scheduled to do our show today, but we wanted something special for the first show back, so we asked her on a complete whim, since she had been in town doing SNL. She said yes with zero hesitation.” Taylor told the show, she would sing New Year’s Day - and it was even more perfect and beautiful that you would expect.
Yes, you heard that right - the lyrics of the song actually describe the story Jimmy told about his mother.
And Taylor didn’t change the lyrics for this performance, that’s what the song is. The Roots’ drummer Questlove tweeted yesterday evening QUOTE I’m just realizing Taylor didn’t readjust the song’s lyrics for tonight’s performance. But the narrative literally applies to the words Jimmy spoke of his mother. Wow. You can’t plan these things @taylorswift13 @FallonTonight
That kind of serendipity sends shivers down my spine. I’m so glad Jimmy’s mother was present even in Taylor’s unscheduled musical performance. Nobody knew ahead of time what the song would be, as the producer tweeted QUOTE; She sang "New Year's Day." No one had heard it. Suddenly she sings the line, "Squeeze my hand 3 times in the back of the taxi." I nearly gasped. Tears. I think everyone in the audience started sobbing.
Jimmy, of course, was also profoundly affected by Taylor’s song, the producer tweeted.
“I could see Jimmy silhouetted at his desk dabbing his eyes with a tissue. We all lost it. It was a beautiful coincidence in a beautiful performance. "Hold on to your memories, they will hold on to you,"
What an incredibly profound and touching moment. As the producer said as well, Whatever you think of Taylor, she did something beautiful for Jimmy and our show and we’re forever grateful. And we, at Clevver, are grateful that Jimmy got to pay tribute to his mother in such a meaningful way. How incredible is this? Let us know all of your thoughts in the comment section below. Thank you so much for watching Clevver, I’m Zoe Lillian and I’ll see you next time
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[@wallowsdrumsticks6934]

A solid example that Taylor Swift's songs are relatable and that's why she gained a lot of fans. I love her so much

[@arlenenarciso2700]

blehbleh bleh its technically the soundtrack of my life..like everything she's written I could relate to it..

[@mahakpunjabi4814]

Arlene May Narciso Same

[@antoniocharles3985]

Ikr, and diplo said she's not relatable

[@kahla3363]

Dj Cadinouche wtf? Sweetie go back & reread Arlene's comment. She said Taylor is super relatable to her own life. She wasn't insulting her.

[@kahla3363]

Dj Cadinouche WHAT THE FUCK YOU DUMBASS!! Both of us are DEFENDING HER!! but apparently you're too stupid to figure that out! Go back and learn some reading comprehension. ARLENE didn't say bleh bleh bleh to Taylor. The guy's screen name she was replying to was bleh bleh bleh. If you can't tell the difference between defending & hating the you need to get tf out the comment section! You're what gives us Swifties a bad name.

[@jb1995]

I love Jimmy Fallon And I feel his pain. Taylor Swift is awesome. Her song brought tears to my eyes. She gained a new fan!

[@transitbaby1621]

💕

[@selsfav9888]

Major Media freak she is just awesome and the beautiful person in the world with a beautiful soul ❤️

[@uaerndjd4244]

Well he just made a joke about her body...

[@lilyquast6392]

welcome to the fandom!

[@yokeyinliew674]

welcome fellow swiftie!

[@Blaqk_8298]

How many people love TAYLOR SWIFT?

[@cchannel6604]

BLAQK 1/1 all those who will like your comment 😃 and including me too

[@jbrock2439]

BLAQK 1/1 I dont

[@alyssaschneider9251]

BLAQK 1/1 ME

[@pedx3146]

Meeeeeee

[@PADboybest]

none

[@ES-ds3ui]

I was sobbing when i first heard the song. the Red vibes are LEGIT!

[@sarahelizabeth9690]

it gives me christmas/holiday vibes idk why

[@cheesecakelasagna]

It gives me The Moment I Knew vibes which centered around Christmas.

[@kahla3363]

CheesecakeLasagna huh? They're not about the same thing. The moment I knew was about being stoodup at her own birthday party & realizing it meant her relationship was over. This is a love song about staying together. I'm not hating, I was just curious why u thought that. Much Love ♡♡♡♡

[@ES-ds3ui]

Kahl a just because this song reminds me of Red doesn't mean the songs should role around the same subject. I find the rythem and the way it sound similar to red ...im talking from a subjective point of view❤

[@kahla3363]

PewDiePizza I agree with you that it does remind me of that album, but you didn't say that it sounds like Red. You said it reminded u of the moment I knew & that's more specific. I really was just curious. I wasn't saying you're wrong for your opinion. I just thought it was an interesting perspective & wanted to know more. Much love♡

[@katerinzapanta4535]

They didn't talk about their last long sincere hug, where taylor comforts jimmy with tapping his back. It was everything. Taylor is really kind ❤

[@Skyler_Momoko]

How lovely of Taylor! Love her or hate her, that was BEAUTIFUL!!

[@Red-yv6ut]

Sksksb she wasn’t even schedule to do that but she said yes just for jimmy JUST FOR JIMMY, I’m literally crying right now, I can’t believe people call her noe-Nazi and a white supremacist, she a total real angel she didn’t even need a rehearsal, SHE JUST DID THAT

[@Blueeeeeees]

That’s One of the million reasons why I love her ❤️😔

[@ajgerbi]

Red GAMING - People call her a neo-nazi and white supremacist!? lol I know why people hate her but what..?

[@secondwalk9034]

Dwight K. Shrute Assistant To the Regional Manager they started calling her that due to her not stating she's ashamed to be white. Nobody should feel guilty or feel bad about the color of ones skin including white people.

[@jasminewilliams3351]

IKR!

[@bertwillis4832]

SecondWalk 90 Well said.

[@atiyaha8191]

I feel so bad for Jimmy. This was really nice of Taylor to do.

[@bethroesch2156]

Chills.....I lost my mother 6 years ago and it still hurts....but it's nice to know they're never REALLY gone

[@strangejohnny4760]

Beth Roesch hold on to the memories they will hold on to you❤️

[@nunosoares2329]

Beth Roesch Sorry for your loss Beth :-(

[@luvvinallmusik5748]

Beth Roesch Honey, it NEVER goes away. Going on 20 years 4 me. Time doesn't heal the wound. But it does make it easier to remember her wo as many tears in your eyes. You'll eventually laugh about her funny moments w no guilt.

[@AliKhan513]

10 years for me Beth, it definitely hurts, especially this time of year. My condolences on your loss.

[@bethroesch2156]

Ali Khan and mine to you

[@arishaiqbal7794]

This is the reason why Taylor Swift is an angel to me. The mere coincidence of lyrics that always, always fit into every situation that you ever fall into. Love you Taylor. Forever grateful for you presence in this world. I'm very sorry for Jimmy.. I don't know what to say... Hold on Jimmy.. hold on to the memories.. and they will hold on to you...

[@sarar3174]

This song is so meaningful already and she just went and brought it to a whole other level. She is such an amazing and genuinely talented artists. Even though we live in such a crazy world, im glad we're here with such incredible artists like Taylor. & Of course many others as well❤️

[@lynnlahalah5576]

Sara Reyes u

[@sulekhayadav5136]

Lovve uuuuu

[@kahla3363]

I'm just still in shock that clevvar news actually said something nice about Taylor! Lately all its been is them parroting all the bullies & haters trying to say it's "news".

[@donnaeasty1816]

Taylor has been friends with Jimmy for years so glad she got this moment to sing this beautiful song for Jimmy and his mum. I lost my mum when I was 6 yrs old Memories are the only thing we have when we loose those closet to us. I feel Jimmy's mum was there last night comforting him and supporting him like she has done a million times before. RIP Gloria.

[@katieansell01]

I love taylor so much and all my love to jimmy at the moment. ❤❤

[@bhavya.the_swiftie8397]

TAYLOR cures everythings 👑

[@enzoorevillo8665]

Vogue: "If you could have one superpower what would it be?" Taylor: "Healing people."

[@bhavya.the_swiftie8397]

Ikr 👑👑😭❤❤❤

[@98vwgolf]

Shes a crock of shit. Read into where her family wealth comes from and who taught her guitar. The only thing good about taylor swift is she hates katie perry.

[@daram.9565]

The Moeller I wonder what your business is with her family.

[@RitaSd-sq3uw]

That's true

[@stepanova8]

I only knew about the performance because Jimmy tweeted about it ahead of time. So I stayed up to watch. I felt for Jimmy, he was obviously struggling when he spoke about his mom. When Taylor began to play the piano, I knew what was coming, And I cried. Between "squeeze my hand 3 times", "hold on to the memories, they will hold on to you", and the part about being there for you if you're the toast of the town or if you strike out.... I think it fit Jimmy's relationship with his mom. And the whole audience was probably sobbing. And the hug at the end was as genuine a thing between two friends as there ever was. What a gift that was.

[@Blueeeeeees]

Aww, She’s So Sweet!! ❤️

[@isisortiz2932]

Aww Taylor is so sweet 💗

[@peterescudero3579]

That’s my favorite song from the new album, & you can see why.

[@noahhurley-abelew6536]

You'd have to say why....

[@sadlystuckinreality]

I've never really had much feeling either way about Taylor but this is incredible and wonderful for her to do. I cried watching as well.

[@donnaeasty1816]

Sadlystruck Taylor has a song called ''Ronan'' that she wrote for the mother of a little boy who died of cancer. All proceeds from the song go towards research into Childhood cancer. She is a good person always has been.

[@ilhamr]

Now I have faith it in what I see know I now I have seen an angel in person she is Taylor 💖

[@TheRadlike]

Synchronicity at its finest. Too cool.

[@kahla3363]

TheRadlike I thought that was serendipity? I could be wrong though. I'm not hating, I was just curious, lol. Much love!

[@gloss5721]

"Please don't ever become a stranger whose laugh i could recognize anywhere " this line gets me every single time😢💟

[@larissavicente7509]

Tay Tay is an angel!

[@israelsoria96]

Anyone remember that “Taylor Swift is over party”? LOL at all those fools who thought that

[@anjeu67]

This is why Taylor Swift songs are relatable. It’s not all because of her exes. There’s more to it. Don’t be blinded by the bad articles you read about her.

[@suritisingh3361]

Taylor Swift has the most beautiful heart and the strongest soul.. She is love.. 💜

[@Fireblue51]

Taylor lives in the future while we're still in the now

[@mounafaci4351]

Omg this made me think of she time she wrote and performed the song Ronan 😭😭

[@phillconklin382]

That song is beautiful too. :)

[@selenalemiec2549]

I seriously can't even listen to that song, or Soon You'll Get Better. They are so good, but so incredibly sad.

[@alessahampel8056]

@@selenalemiec2549 me too, I listened to that song when I was on vacation in Brussels the other week and I was in a bus and started crying, lol the other passengers must have thought that I'm really weird :D

[@jessicarenae5107]

*Poor Jimmy! I love that guy and that's the worst thing ever!*

[@ashleybradley7657]

Jessa Nae Ikr? I hope he heals from this because I know losing a parent can be insanely painful due to the fact that to this very day I still miss my grandfather who passed away in December of last year but I know in my heart that he's smiling at me from heaven.

[@justinparty516]

ik 😭 i’m just a teen & i lost my father 3 months ago and i’m still immensely shakened by it. it’s horrible at first and continues to be that way. sending lots of love 💓💓

[@kahla3363]

justin party so sorry for your loss darlin. Keep your headup & I'll pray for u. Talk to the Lord. Let Him shoulder some of your grief til it gets easier. Much love your way sweetie!♡♡♡

[@kahla3363]

Kel M. He's married with children how tf you get that he's gay?

[@jessicarenae5107]

justin party, I am so so so horribly sorry for your loss! I couldn't imagine especially you being so young! You keep in mind that no matter what you're doing where you are that your father is now in heaven watching over you being your guardian angel protecting you forever! He will never be truly gone! Bless your heart sweetie! Keep your head held high!!

[@debe1538]

That was lovely what Jimmy did for his fans and Taylor you just a natural loving human doing that for Jimmy

[@candacelacy1564]

As Someone who pre ordered The Reputation Album, I had heard these lyrics as I played Taylor’s New Album on Replay since Friday, November 10th. Jimmy’s Story about his Mom squeezing His Hand 3 Times IS and WILL ALWAYS be a VERY Deep and Meaningful Memory That he will cherish for the rest of His Life. New Year’s Day is the Perfect tribute to his Late Mom, and Taylor Swift Truly is a Lyrical Genius. She ALWAYS has been and she ALWAYS Will be in My Lifetime, the Best Songwriter/ Singer. 💖 #ripgloria #jimmyfallon #taylorswift #reputation

[@foxy9403]

And people called her "new Hitler" and "White KKK" god this girls is such a angle.❤❤

[@laurak3762]

They did?? *rolls up sleeves* who want to fight? :P

[@foxy9403]

Lauren Rossi there are fucking sick people in world who thinks if you don't talk politics you're "Nazi supporter" or "New Hitler"

[@1989NickyD]

Angle? Angel?

[@aliyahvillanueva766]

do they even know who Hitler is? gosh people are sooo dumb

[@regifiz4250]

Haha hate the bitch jimmy is not funny

[@colladofranciskeith8677]

My mom died last october because of cervical cancer. and before she died the only way for her to communicate with us was through squeezing with our hands too, this is because her brain and nerves are affected by the cancer. This song is so very sentimental and so much meaningful, and the moment I heard this song, it kills me. Tay slayed it again. #reputation

[@nivennaidoo6358]

Okay she's my favorite artist now

[@PlumbPitiful]

At the end of the song Jimmy gave Taylor a big hug after which he held up her album to plug it. If you watch the video Taylor seems surprised and moves to push it back down as if to say "that's not why I'm here". Anyone who thinks she did all this just for publicity should think again

[@scathingsnowflake8460]

This made me cry Taylor is an amazing human being Lots of prayers to Jimmy's mother

[@antonia4140]

What a beautiful and sad coincidence 💔😖

[@dancingwithmyhands4419]

Taylor was Heaven sent for Jimmy that night!! Just another way to prove that God works in mysterious ways!! His mum make sure that she was there with him on that first night!! And she used an amazing spirit Taylor Swift to carry her message of love for her precious son!! God bless you Jimmy and thank you Taylor ❤️❤️❤️ just goes to show how powerful love is and that never ends! Still feel goosebumps absolutely beautiful performance Taylor!!!

[@dannam7721]

How can someone still hate Taylor Swift after seeing the beautiful person she is? She just made a whole performance without hesitation just for making someone feel better.

[@User-eg4ws]

Then they still says Taylor is like a snake

[@vasantaahvalli3059]

Google User Because they don't have brains

[@daram.9565]

Vasantha vasu ikr.

[@JanieFarner]

I love Taylor Swift and she is constantly doing kind things for fans and for people in general. She is always "giving" both in spirit and even financially donating to causes and disaster relief efforts. I completely fail to understand why people are SO hard on her to the point of cruel and heartless comments. Despite that -- beautiful song, beautiful woman, beautiful heart. Condolences to Jimmy Fallon - I wish none of us had to suffer the loss of our parents.....it hurts so deeply.

[@larrynjenga5551]

like the song, her performance and the sheer coincidence is beautiful. praying for Jimmy and also thanking God for Taylor being there for him, the crew and audience

[@Sofie-303]

So amazing !

[@mila13.]

Their hug at the end of her performance was just so beautiful

[@chuckroyse9674]

Be strong Jimmy, I lost my mother going on 3 years & my father just a few months ago ... It's Very painful, but remember all the good & trust things will get better ...💞

[@neguineassadi6078]

i feel so sorry for him. the loss of a loved one is very hard.

[@KiahRenamae]

I’m tearing up just watching you cover this story

[@julian-bf5uz]

That kind of "SERENDIPITY" wowza

[@annag2312]

the one guest they invite. the one song she sings. the one song that relates to something Jimmy's mom has done.

[@chachib6949]

This shows what a beautiful person Taylor really is. Much love.

[@JulesClaire]

My grannie use to do the same thing to me; this song is beautiful and I'm Glad the words gave Jimmy what he needed to honor and remember his mother.

[@juliancarsongreen]

Zoe, wowoie, that was touching, but I just want to praise the way you present your stories. You are so authentic, clear and enjoyable to hear. Thank you and keep up the good work. You are gonna go places. Let me say as an old dude, be patient, even if it takes longer. It will happen.

[@sandyzbonski1575]

Wow It was From HEAVEN AND MEANT TO BE MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOURS JIMMY,lost Mine 1 year ago This Sunday and You’ll be emotional 1st year SHES DEFINITELY IN A BETTER PLACE GOD BLESS

[@johnnyjohnson5571]

It was a sign from his mother letting him know she was ok and she is still with him always even though she is on the other side .

[@parislady1925]

I respect that Taylor is no Diva. They asked, she came with hesitation. She is an angel.

[@michaelbodine6142]

beautiful tribute to great woman; to you and Gloria ALL the best "Ver klempt" Jimmy Fallon..

[@roseannlee6612]

Condolences to the Fallon family, thoughts and prayers to you, from, Michigan

[@lovaticsweetener471]

I love you jimmy ❤️ You're amazing don't be sad , life has to go on!

[@mayflower7811]

My prayers are with Jimmy and his family right now we 💖 you Jimmy

[@abner3653]

Dang Taylor is a fortune teller. I mean, that coincidence!

[@sandyzbonski1575]

Foxie It was a MIRACLE AND MEANT TO BE

[@soni8995]

Beautiful. The Universe has it's ways... ♡

[@kaceykent1495]

Can't fight back the tears.

[@lisapowers7631]

What a beautiful coincidence. I was watching it and it was beautiful! 💜

[@sava898]

Jimmy's mother died?! Omg. I didn't know that. Pray to God she is somewhere in Heaven and is happy. Mr. Fallon, I'm sorry for your loss, but I know that you will get through this. #JimmyFallon

[@mnzthegreat]

Taylor's songs are relatable. Even you're not a fan, I will assure you that you can relate at least on 1 of her song.

[@flora_dap]

She sings the best. Her emotional voice😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@jakeperalta2695]

That is so sweet and touching makes me want to cry

[@lizziemallinson6588]

beautiful, just beautiful, thank you Taylor i was losing hope for the world now i have it back... thank you

[@jayval566]

Always listen to signs from the universe. Our loved ones never truly leave us ♥️

[@Natalie-gq9mr]

aww love her

[@nunosoares2329]

Great performance. My condolences Jimmy. May your Mom rest in peace

[@ClayBrice]

That was so nice of Taylor. I'm sure Jimmy was moved by Taylor's performance. Sending well wishes to Jimmy.

[@doko3000]

I really like the fact that Clevver news put a transcript of the video in the description! I can read in my own speed

[@madhumathisflips310]

Taylor's music is always magical

[@maximcute33]

i cried when i saw her performance

[@OYJluv]

This story always makes me cry...

[@blinkbeautyy]

Pure Talent that's what Taylor is She made us connect her songlyrics not only for brokenhearted emotions of two lovers but sometimes grief over loved ones and memories we long but STILL HOLD ONTO. Wow sometimes Profound songs sang with emotions is all we need to live.

[@jessicalynncolter3629]

Taylor has such a beautiful heart.

[@kimong1919]

such an angel ❤

[@chynaobregon3494]

Taylor is Wonderful, Beautiful person inside and out! She's Amazing & she's Very Loved by Many Wonderful people just like her❣️ 💯

[@gnnrgmlng8327]

Heart of GOLD

[@EvolutionPsychos]

how can someone dislike this? ...

[@brendajp]

Amazing !!!!

[@Chillycherry10]

one of my favorite songs of hers.

[@isay9058]

I love you taylor....

[@andreasofia6436]

i just love her sm

[@nessquik14]

I always cry during this song

[@pokemonrules4946]

QUEEN!

[@mandydeboard7077]

Love this song so much I lost my mom in 2010. She died of cancer. Miss her a lot

[@sadiaislam932]

I really don't see why everyone hates her.

[@ladygagaandtaylorswiftareq7698]

aaliyah. People are jealous because she is the most successful artist in this generation

[@meganpearl914]

aaliyah. I know she’s such a sweet caring person

[@heycelest1000]

I've always thought Jimmy Fallon was such a nice guy and it was so incredible for Taylor to sing this for him ❤ I love her so much

[@victoriamattson1694]

Wow this is making me cry so much

[@syedtalha4721]

Its almost new year's day. Love you ts

[@fonzy8656]

Beautiful!!

[@MZukon]

Why angel like her has so many haters?

[@bradchampion2278]

She’s always right on point.😊

[@monikamedok611]

You got million reason to love Taylor back❤

[@francisrienzo1888]

the fact that she wrote that song with that lyric and happened to be in nyc during that time was complete fate. iconic.

[@francisrienzo1888]

iconic i love taylor so much