Jon Batiste Performs 'Don't Stop'

[@VideoNozoki]

"I want people to have a meditation that doesn't result in *despair* but *hope* ." - Jon Batiste

[@regandevereaux5079]

Right!?!! Thank you! Peace, Regan 🌈 from NorCal

[@danielp7394]

For the first time in his life Stephen can't even say shit. He literally can only shake the man's hand lol

[@leo9lady]

No reply was needed. @@danielp7394

[@jamilajones8328]

It's been a looooong time since I felt singing again. Or dancing. Recently disabled ( need new word for that). Thank you! From the depths of my heart and soul 🌺🌅

[@stuarthammond3644]

Thats my wonder. How can a God. Not just any God. But the alfa and the omega. He loves me this i know. I feel it comfort me when iy down. Today i closer than iv e ever been. Im wondetinf how many ti.mes I've been in this place. Filled with empty space huh. What? Ur soft a nd tender love will always shine for me. Stop. Calm. Breathe. Dont look around. Stop. Im. Not here to pursue happiness. You cant chase happiness. It come from right thinking. But who controls the narrative for the meaning. Life liberity? Whos life. Who's liberty. Scared old white hearts. Funny how white equates to purity. Whoye mans purity is only sought out to exploit. Dom.inate steal withput guilt that a lovnig wouldnt tolerate. Could you lie to your mother? Shed snatch you bald if you started a bull shit lie. God is my father yet he knows Im deceiving

[@galememeeof6688]

I'm a widow and I've never wanted my man beside me listening to this music and drinking a glass of wine as bad as I do when hearing your music. Great soulful music. Don't you stop.

[@JeroenTel]

[@JL-gt1kc]

I'm sorry for your loss Gale. Know you aren't alone.

[@galememeeof6688]

Thanks for all the support. I know there are a lot of people who are alone and feeling lonely. Blessings to all of us.

[@nicolemandeville4217]

This is a beautiful moving performance, but reading your comment is what brought tears to my eyes. I'm sorry for you loss.

[@jimmyvee2001]

Damnit Gale, now I'm tearing up in public. Bless you and all the best.

[@dmoore8557]

When he performs as himself rather than as sidekick/backup sound, he is enthralling.... loved loved loved this performance

[@brittanythomas3245]

B MGM

[@siannonblack9706]

Jon, I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOU!!! I seen You 2002 on the Esplanade Bus as I was coming back to tha Quarters from Delgado City Park.. I knew I was in the presence of pure BEAUTY -

[@mikal_1]

stephen looks like a proud mom, look at them beautiful boys

[@Bonanzababe]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@leo9lady]

Right?! I am so glad that this collaboration was able to boost Jon Batiste's exposure! He's incredibly talented, skilled, and accomplished! This album is generating some very well-deserved buzz, I just hope he doesn't leave the show--I gotta have my nightly Batiste to Stay Human!

[@johncampbell335]

Please please PLEASE make this a thing, every show. Producers give viewers what they want. Let's push this, people.

[@zamaz99]

Beautiful and haunting ... made me cry. Congratulations to Jon!

[@JudithBisson]

zamaz99 same here

[@MyRedPony1]

Thank goodness I'm not the only one.

[@rumblefish9]

listen to his cover of what a wonderful world... beautiful.

[@netmasterx]

Yeah, it got me teary-eyed as well.

[@spirit_007]

😢 yes

[@belletollz]

He's a genius, in addition to being a caring human being, and cool as they come

[@marthalisk303]

You can't help but just love him. Beautiful person.

[@marthamagee2055]

“I want people to have a meditation that is not full of despair, but hope..” - Jon Batiste That is so beautiful, Man. May You Be Forever Blessed ✨🙏✨👏🏾👏🏾💜🌈✨

[@thepetermullins]

That's some old skool soul right there!

[@Ashannify]

I read it in Jon's voice. lol . True though

[@corbelius6]

Jon Batiste, IS an American Treasure!

[@LittleNothingness]

In all seriousness, could we finish each week by being sent off by a Batiste song? After a week of the news, it would be a nice reminder to relax for the weekend. His music really helps with healing and hope.

[@jeeveswinston2545]

Mia and Pickle f#$ked up what a year will do....

[@kathyd2595]

Amen!

[@secondsightcinema3957]

Jon always brings the love, and that animates his incredibly fabulous musicianship.

[@broadpalette]

I’ll start, during, and end a week with his music. Makes it all SO much better

[@anthonymervin4499]

And it has yet to get better. I'm glad I stumbled across this today.

[@aykarimba]

That was... Amazing. Points to the director who knew when to reveal other band members.

[@bethanygee6939]

Awww... I feel like Stephen genuinely likes John and is really proud of and happy for him here.

[@corbelius6]

He Truly is! watch them down in New Orleans.

[@jeanharlow5731]

I think there's real love and friendship between them

[@seanbean4682]

Great musician, great performance, and John Baptiste is delightfully eccentric, thoughtful, and highly intelligent. It's nice to see how proud Steven is to present him as well.

[@Yvaelle]

Of all the musical performances I've seen now on Colbert's Late Show, this was the best of them all. I knew Jon was talented, seeing him every night you get a sense of it - but I'd never actually heard his original work. Bravo is all I can say. That touched me.

[@amyelizabeth529]

"Let's soak up the day, and dance the night away. So with all that you've got, don't stop. So with all that you've got, don't stop..." Brilliant. Soothing. Beautiful. For the mind and the soul. Thank you, Jon. You're amazing.

[@rebeccae5691]

An extraordinarily beautiful song - from one of the most extraordinarily wonderful artists and activists alive. Thank you, Jon. Thank you. Don't stop.

[@kimberlys8422]

Thank you Mr. Batiste. Beautiful

[@Nandoman520]

God I love this...I could feel my blood pressure lowering as I relaxed.

[@janrichards148]

Bloody hell, that was GOOD! Jon, you are a beautiful artist and a beautiful being. Thank you for this album 🙏

[@janeguarnera7700]

Jon when I listen to you I hear my German grandma playin' classical . I'm a Blues, R&B, Jazz, Gospel and ya classical...All I can say is thank you for bringin' all of it together.

[@jeffreyharte]

Beautiful music from a truly pure, untainted soul.

[@mrsflyingfox]

Absolutely beauftiful... That's what music is supposed to be about - art, not pure entertainment. I got some strong Nina Simone and Tom Waits vibes from that performance.

[@doricetimko332]

Exactly! ❤

[@uzbeccastan86]

This song saved my life. Now, I know why: Pure holiness. Jon Batiste is a prophet of joy and everything that is love. He truly understands the human soul, and toll that the challenges that this life weigh. Thank you, for being a teacher and a healer. God bless you, on your very important and gigantic mission of saving souls! 🙏🏻

[@Seanmmvi]

Out of the freaking park, absolutely incredible. Beautiful, truly.

[@gabrielashkar9941]

Every two decades or so we are rewarded with a memorable composition destined to become a classic. ‘Don’t stop’ is one such and Jon Batiste performs it superbly.

[@alexandragrace8164]

Jon Batiste and T Bone Burnett! Can't wait to hear this album!

[@tainadelcaribe]

Every time I’ listened to this song, for the past few months since it was released, I get such a range of emotions! Elation, tears and sadness, longing and melancholy, hope, happiness; I mean everything!

[@Patrick-jj5nh]

Oh he needs to play the Royal Albert Hall in London asap!!

[@gordonhall752]

The song, and the man, both sublimely beautiful. I could easily (probably have already) fall in love with Jon Batiste. Jon Batiste is more evolved than most mere mortals. It's in his "sguardo". (Italian word)

[@ruthfrazier4114]

This is such a love song. I kept it going in my head through a heart operation, thinking about my wonderful husband of 55 years, whom I knew didn't want me to stop...Thanks so so much Jon. You are a brilliant musician and song writer. Can't wait to see Basquiat on broadway.

[@macareuxmoine]

You reporting this here means you made it through your surgery 😊 I hope you two are still going strong!

[@a.wilcox5690]

He is a musical genius. Gave me chills.💗

[@cityonfoot6023]

It’s only been 5 minutes. But he made me imagine a whole movie. Beautiful. Cinematic.

[@jeremiaholoyede6934]

I just love the brotherhood between Stephen and Jon. Always so supportive!!

[@anusharamanathan1581]

Wow! Wanted to tell Jon "Don't stop" playing. Thank god for the replay button. This is beautiful. "We will dance the night away... Don't stop..." In these times this is such a beautiful message so beautifully presented. I am soothed. And these days that is so very difficult a state to achieve.

[@nathantalisien4284]

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert I usually watch clips of the show on the KZbin app for my PlayStation 3, which doesn't let me comment on videos. Ten seconds into the song, and I feel the music is so powerful that I had to pause it, open the app on my phone, then restart the song... I want to be able to close my eyes and listen, then share my first thoughts upon finishing the song. That says a lot about the work, in and of itself... I rarely *ever* comment on KZbin videos unless they are posted by friends. ... Damn, son. Just... Damn. 'Hope' is a great word for this song. Moody, soulful, yearning.... and yet uplifting. If you translated the horn of Herbie Hancock to piano, and added the voice of Louis Armstrong, you might get the kick this song hives the listener. My feels are gonna have a bruise for a few days at least, Batiste, pun intended. You are one magnificent son of a gun, and I'll be buying that album for sure. ***edited for spelling/grammar

[@sadiqmohamed681]

You should watch this stuff on a big HD TV with proper speakers (not a soundbar!). If you don't have a Smart TV get a ChromeCast, and pair it with your phone, then you can watch on the TV and comment via the phone. I use an old laptop paired to a ChromeCast, so I have a proper keyboard.

[@GreenDragon11]

Nathan Talisien I like how you expressed yourself and I agree for the most part! I was tickled when you made a point of saying it was edited for spelling errors and grammar! I’ve done the same or where I left out words 😁 but I never bothered to say that was why I edited. I guess I feel like we shouldn’t need to explain why editing was necessary. I remember the first time I read where someone actually through an insult because of editing!! I was like; “WHAT “. One of the silliest and lamest things to complain about! Peace ✌️

[@cabbage4254]

What a treat!

[@robbyschwartz]

Simple powerful message. Its just what I needed to hear in these uncertain times. Just beautiful!

[@janicefoehner3988]

"We'll dance the night away, won't care what people say." With all you got to say, don't stop. ❤ this performance. Namaste

[@hereigoagain5050]

Hats off to Colbert for recognizing and promoting Batiste's immense talents. More Batiste Please!

[@EugeneAxe]

Wow, Jon. This hit me right in the heart. Well played, sir. Well played. Amazing.

[@TeclaSAPcomUlissesCarvalho]

Thank you so much for warmin' up all our hearts. U da man! Cheers!

[@PittsburghSportsFan43]

Beautiful song. It just pulls you right in.

[@tabaxikhajit4541]

This was years ago. Did he know his sweet wife was fighting cancer when he sang this? Either way, it speaks to the man he is. A hero to the brokenhearted, a legend to us all.

[@ooeygooeys]

Had me in tears, my skin still has the chills. VERY powerful Jon Batiste.

[@klh1133]

This man exemplifies the heart and soul of New Orleans music. Haunting and moving you to your core. A real gift.

[@doricetimko332]

Truth❤

[@homieea]

Wow a song with a meaning. I truly loved it.

[@fatherofchickens7951]

Listened to an interview with him on Fresh Air. He’s kind of my new favorite person ❤️

[@yashiAR]

I heard the song when it was released and I fell in love with song, the music , the voice immediately. Jon is truly treasure. A wonderful, beautiful performance ❤️❤️

[@arleneiappelli4300]

I can't even tell you how much you have touched my soul with your music..

[@cassiegrey5832]

Beautiful, breathtaking, and heartfelt. I just LOVE this!!!

[@Shelora]

This beautiful man is restoring the Soul of America with his joyful meditation at the keyboard.

[@guillempitarch427]

Amazing! Such a beautiful song. In some parts the piano reminds me of moonlight sonata...

[@franniealbaugh1298]

So good to see Jon getting more personal air time on the show, it’s beautiful and “Don’t Stop”, we want to see and hear more and more of you. I need to hear your gifted, make my heart swell and my eyes tear up, smooth sounds. You take me to another time, place and past artists when you sing. There are “so many voices” in your talented voice and music in every song you perform. It’s always a soothing, moving and soulful experience. Thank you for sharing and caring. We love you Jon 💕and need you to keep bringing us the serenity along with Steven’s winning humor. Great teamwork y’all❣️❣️❣️

[@annebolduc6395]

Don’t stop those beautiful songs from coming Jon Batiste 🥇🥇🥇🎼🎼🎼🥇🥇🥇

[@WeHadColor]

So beautiful, I needed this today. Thank you, Jon!

[@vandymort]

This is so beautiful. Brings so much peace to the soul. Made me cry. You are so gifted, Jon.

[@ansapo]

I really needed that. Going to watch again now.

[@baldbeardedbloke6887]

Bravo Mr Batiste.

[@chutheproducer]

You are a saint, Jon. Don't ever stop.

[@AnthonySherritt]

Beautiful song. I hear some Nina Simone. Also, great album cover. He looks so handsome.

[@googleuser2874]

He definitely channeled her.

[@rax816]

They need to get this guy on the show more often.. oh wait 😙 😏

[@odek5482]

yaaaaaaaaaaaasssssss!!!!! "I want ppl to have a meditation that doesn't result in despair..." of Hollywood Africans, by Jon Batiste

[@bierbrauer11]

The “Moonlight Somata” influence is strong with this one - I can see someone taking this a step further with a dubstep version. Thank you Jon for re-inspiring my interest in music!!

[@MW-rq5uc]

When defining music, there are folks whose name you say and music lovers get it right away........Jon Batiste is on that list from first note forward.Thank you Jon for living among us and bringing us beauty.

[@nancyvanselow9705]

I love Jon AND I still have chills. I had to press pause and just sit and absorb the beauty of this man and his music before I could even comment. Stephen’s insightful humor and Jon’s beautiful soul carry me through these crazy times.

[@annala2956]

Oh my god, this is beautiful. He is so talented and lovely!

[@carmenm.rodriguez2440]

Wonderful, right to my soul! Congratulations, Jon! 👏👏👏

[@ajc.9639]

Mr Batiste,! How incredible you are. What a joy and a pleasure to hr you play AND SING. Thank you.

[@Devdafrndofnemes]

Just Magnificent...

[@nikonchic9275]

Soothing, relaxed and encouraging sound! Loved it!

[@NewMessage]

Awww.. he stopped!

[@JaneDoe-ci3gj]

Best comment😘👍

[@janetcasavant8046]

Jon Batiste is an amazing musician, singner , writer and dancer 😳 he is a great soul artist 👌😍

[@janeywan]

beautiful sentiment. Beautiful young man. I love this song.

[@jean-lucnicaise9804]

Touched by the Grace of God ! A real jewel ! Paramount talent with indeniable human qualities ! Tx for this great moment of music and emotions ! Greetings from Belgium !

[@havefaith4358]

A beautiful opus, a great musician go Jon! And a nice partnership of Jon and Stephen!

[@agp11001]

I'm a metal head through and through, but holy shit, this is just outstanding, quality music. Is it OK to say "you ROCK" to a man with so much soul? Because you fucking rock, Jon!

[@PW-kf1kw]

Simply beautiful! Made me tear up!

[@bernadettevanderploeg9551]

Man that's beautiful, warmed my heart. Thank you Jon. You are the real deal !!

[@berlynify]

... simply beautiful - Don't Stop

[@bartjeej]

This live performance touches me more than the album version, it sounds more vulnerable... Stunning.

[@jon.e]

"don't pause, press play. Don't stop" haha, got me, Jon. Very simple but pointed lyrics. I love it. Really took me out of my world while listening.

[@sba0529]

Bravo! I love Jon’s voice - I could listen to him talk all day! Love that accent.😊. And his music is beautiful- I’m headed to buy this new CD!

[@seanpaulcurran]

This specific song makes me mourn, and rise up. And it does so many things .... and I simply love this man.

[@deborahgraham7512]

What a magically beautiful song.

[@GenteelCretin]

John is an effing brilliant musician. The scope and depth of his playing is kind of absurd, especially for a dude of his age.

[@sciencemama6801]

Completely agree. You don't realize how without feeling all other piano music has actually been in comparison until you hear him play.

[@alfreddelatourquipenche8287]

Jon is great. Saying he's the only person that can play the piano means one of two things : - you've only ever heard one pianist. - you're talking out of your ass.

[@Shelora]

Yeah. His Souls is only about 6 or 7 thousand years old. Well, maybe 10 or 12.

[@Ruby-br8xr]

This. Is. So. Beautiful. Every person in a mixed raced relationship and/or depressive can relate. Thank you, King.

[@drmariastacktv4552]

Jon Batiste is a great artist...Jon has immense musical understanding..I love his mantra that people should have a mediation that doesn't result in despair but hope..Jon Batiste is also an excellent pianist..and of course Jon has a lovely personality...and so he resonates with musicians all over the world..

[@Lily-tj1zo]

His work is so beautiful....

[@marctouss1862]

jon kills it everyti,e.. cant say it enough.. he is a virtuoso..he's THAT good..

[@nikitaarora1676]

Beautiful. This song is like a breath of fresh air when all we get to hear these days is Cardi B music!

[@alfreddelatourquipenche8287]

Never heard a CardiB™ song; going to do that now. Then I'll go back to listening to music I like.

[@BrunoNeureiter]

@@alfreddelatourquipenche8287 Don't do it!! Neither I have but I've seen some interviews

[@BrunoNeureiter]

Life's too short. Love.

[@marthalisk303]

I just love Jon. So much introspect in his music.

[@shebalita]

Absolutely spectacular and beautiful!!! Ludwig Beethoven would be proud and honoured!!!

[@toobasaurus23]

Beautiful song, Jon.

[@fyl24]

This speaks vibes to my soul

[@icecat516]

Now that’s talent. Jon, thank you for giving me a few minutes of respite from the world. What a powerful song.

[@IsaDesOsiers]

So lovely. Jon Baptiste is brilliant.

[@goshanchongling9052]

Oh my God that was beautiful, thank you John for that song and please don't stop!

[@Kredeidi]

I can actually hear Nina Simone in his voice :] Wonderful! And very touching too..

[@Kredeidi]

Btw I think the solo from Stairway to heaven would have fit here..!

[@zamaz99]

Yes! Nina is right there. Gives me chills.

[@matildekimmerle6607]

Yes!

[@Anibird1]

What a gorgeous song! Beautiful and meaningful on so many levels 🦉🐘🌴🌊🕊