Laura Branigan Reaction Power of Love Live (STILL IN SHOCK!) | Dereck Reacts

[@GaryDouglas-lj5bz]

This version is, in my opinion, by far, the best of the best. Laura's voice is so much stronger and more emotional than Jennifer's or Celine's.

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

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[@RichardMctere]

I agree with you 1000%

[@greglane8092]

Without a doubt the best version of this song. Anytime I hear someone mention "The Power of Love," I only think of Laura Branigan.

[@GaryDouglas-lj5bz]

Me, too. Celine's version is simply weak compared to this one.

[@FASTTURBO360]

@@GaryDouglas-lj5bz Jenifer Rush OG thats the One. IMO

[@GaryDouglas-lj5bz]

@@FASTTURBO360 I've always liked Rush's original version a lot, but then comes along Laura and she slays it!

[@guitardiary12]

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[@Defensewhiz]

I agree, Celine is a distant backseat to both Jennifer and Laura, but I think Laura edges Jennifer just a tad

[@ericksonjacobnavarro7052]

best power ballad of all time....laura voice..is trully awesoooomeeeeee.....

[@Laura22_new]

Rasp and resonance all at the same time. I ADORE her voice. She was one of a kind.

[@kennethjordan2715]

She sang The Power of Love with so much power in her voice. RIP Laura Branigan.

[@James-rn6lo]

Born 1952 died 2002,,

[@americanwoman413]

Bar none, best version ever and always will be no matter who sings it.

[@rebelheartcr8599]

For me, vocally speaking Laura Branigan's take on The Power of Love is the best. The grit, the rawness, the raspy tone in her voice and the amount of emotion she puts into her performance is otherworldly. I am aware about Jennifer Rush's version and I actually love several of Jennifer's songs such as Heart Over Mind, If You're Ever Gonna Lose My Love, I Come Undone, Ring of Ice, Wings of Desire, Love Get Ready, Destiny, etc and I do think her voice is amazing as well and even though she is the original performer and she co-wrote the song and even though I also love Jennifer's take on The Power of Love, I still stick with Laura's. With that being said, this performance unfortunately is NOT live although there are a couple of truly live performances of Laura's version of The Power of Love that you can check out.

[@GandlafTheWhite]

Yes thank you

[@erickh.r.9087]

Sorry but jennifer Rush is by far the best on this song, but this version is awesome too, Laura is a legend

[@GandlafTheWhite]

@@erickh.r.9087 your opinion

[@erickh.r.9087]

@@GandlafTheWhite Sorry but its facts

[@GandlafTheWhite]

@@erickh.r.9087 your opinion not facts… which means nothing

[@martinknoerr8037]

Nobody had a voice like Laura Brannigans. She was tops. She was taken from us too soon, and she was a really great talent. RIP Laura. I'll always treasure the day I was at your concert in Dallas. ❤

[@rosec1933]

OMG, I can't stop crying. I never ever hear this song anymore. It was my honey's and my song. He has since died of a brain tumor. Hearing this again makes me see us dance to this every week with him singing the words in my ear. Thanks for your beautiful reaction.

[@goldieshowers6191]

I am so sorry. I am glad that this song comforts you. It's truly amazing.

[@jamescaldie2472]

Incredible. Arguably the best female rock singer of all time. Her range is breathtaking. Miles over Celine in pure raw emotion.

[@exploringrvdude7817]

I think this is the best cover of this song ever, I've loved her performance for decades.

[@jorgeandrew]

Laura, one of the most underrated female pop singer 😖🤦🏻‍♂️😔🌹 Thanks Dereck 💪

[@claude122]

i always call her the celine dion of the 80s lol really underrated and she was sooo pretty

[@SimplyTim_UK]

I had the pleasure of meeting Laura a few times and went to her final show in Boston, about 6 weeks before she died. She was a wonderful lady and hugely talented. I can vouch that her voice got better with age. She’s sorely missed. Trivia... Laura fainted in the studio when recording this song for her album!

[@matthewelrich2314]

Wow! Love the story behind recording it. I’ve often wished, if anywhere, I could have been in the studio when this was recorded.

[@pauldinoto9734]

Her performance brings out so much emotions. It's so powerful and amazing. I really love this version from Laura Brannigan.

[@filmsensei]

Thank you for appreciating her! She is miles higher than Celine in all areas to me. Love Celine but Laura was supreme to me. Loved how her voice breaks in spots by design, and the rasp is so awesome. It's ethereal at the same time.

[@GG-sm5xh]

Pas d'accord ! pour moi, la meilleure interprétation de "The power of love" et la plus belle voix pour cette chanson, c'est la version originale interprétée par Jennifer Rush ! Elle a, en plus, participé à la composition de cette magnifique chanson ! Céline Dion, Laura Branigan et Hélène Fisher ont repris cette chanson bien plus tard !

[@filmsensei]

@@GG-sm5xh I think (if my French comprehension is still ok) you are saying Jennifer Rush was the original singer and the best. I agree. I should have clarified that my vote for Laura was meant to be the best of all the re-makes.👍

[@richardwhite2344]

I agree Laura OWNED this song and nobody else!!

[@josephjaygirado]

@@GG-sm5xh nope!! There's so many singer here in the Philippines sung same as Jennifer and Celine but Laura was very rare..very unique voice

[@diane2852]

Agree, what a lady!

[@ollier67]

absolutely love Laura Branigan R.I.P

[@NJITALIANIRISH1971]

Laura never got the recognition she deserved for this song!!! She sounds so raw. This and Self Control are my favs by Laura.

[@lingfuentes7999]

She's Popular until now here in the Philippines.

[@herobreaker9011]

Celine is a powerhouse but Branigan brings the passion to another level on her version.

[@GandlafTheWhite]

Lauras power transcends Celine

[@cowboycb36]

Laura killed this song. Such emotion from her. She was taken from us way too soon. R.I.P. Laura.

[@waltermartino6300]

Laura Branigan puts so much emotion and feelings its hard not be touched by her voice

[@jerichoalicando1344]

She is the one of a kind no one can much her voice even today or any era... immortal talent...

[@malcongrued]

probably my favorite performance of all time

[@TrishaGalore]

Oh, my daisies! Are you serious? That was insane. I'm in shock. What a great voice and a great performer. I love that Lady.

[@goldieshowers6191]

It's phenomenal. She is beautiful.

[@albertochaparro1813]

She was beautiful and talented what a lost for the music industry RIP Laura

[@michaelcantwell711]

She is one of my favorite singers. I love the little moments of raspy ness, those little moments of imperfection are what makes it perfect

[@thebeardedseeker5633]

She was a powerhouse for sure. RIP Laura. 🌹

[@jamesveevannington2125]

Laura was always underestimated! Her voice was so unique. I miss her!

[@KARMA2369]

I got to meet Her when She was doing some touch up work on Her First Album. I was at a Bob's Big Boy near Universal Studios late one night and it was Packed, She walked in with a few friends and I heard them say the wait was going to be almost 2 hours. We had extra room at our table and I asked Her to join Us and She did, We talked a little about the album and how She was going to be on the "Johnny Carson Show" and just had a Blast. I would run into Her now and again in and around Hollywood and would always be met with a Back POPPING Hug and We'd talk about everything that was going on outside of Her music (just to get away from that)... She got Me a Back Stage Pass when She played The Place in Hollywood and that was a Fun night... I miss Her very Much... Rest in Peace Kiddo...

[@matthewelrich2314]

You lucky bum ❤️

[@vikkijumaquio2140]

I like her voice Amaizing I like it she is the best singer

[@calf1100]

RIP BEAUTIFUL LADY

[@dggoling8499]

another blasting song from the 80s,from laura branigan

[@DebbieFan70]

Laura had one of the best female voices in music. So strong and powerful!

[@geraldcorson9204]

Her breathing control is unreal

[@Music-Is-Real-Love]

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[@GandlafTheWhite]

Heard all 3 versions but this Laura made it… period!!!

[@VERDEESCORPION1030]

Laura was -and still is- my favorite singer along to ABBA. She performed The Power Of Love like nobody else, even better -in my opinion- than the excellent Céline Dion.

[@greglhoticom]

"Tear out your heart" intense. She brings insane power to all her songs but I agree, she has left this mortal plane with this performance.

[@resin3100my]

Thank you for doing this song.Everytime anybody does a reaction to this song,it is always Céline's cover and I always comment that they should check out this version.Then comes the hate.I know Céline did an amazing version and Laura's voice may not be as technology perfect as Céline but I think the rasp in here voice and the power of her voice makes it seem to me that she is singing with more emotion.I am happy to see someone actually do this version and that you found it amazing.I am also happy to see other comments from people who love it too.From the nasty comments I got from people on other reactions that I mention that this is worth giving a listen to,you would think I said something blasphemous.Some people don't seem to get that you can actually appreciate more than one version of a song without dissing the others.And in the end,it's just my opinion.It's not right or wrong.It's an opinion.Anyway,sorry for ranting on about this but you just don't know how many times that I have suggested this version and got dumped on about it.Thanks again.

[@DereckReacts]

Laura slayyyed!🔥❤️

[@GiuseppePascuale928]

If this is your idea of ranting then please rant away! 👏 💯

[@bushbabybotha9943]

Celine should never have been allowed to sing anything, her parents should have beaten her with a thorny stick whenever she opened her nasally godawful voice, Laura is far superior.

[@MikeJones-uq4zj]

😞 RIP Laura A huge loss. What a talent.

[@matt54656]

It's crazy how strong her voice is I feel like she could do stadium shows without a microphone.

[@BLITZY261]

Holy sh*t...Tears flowing down my face.

[@BLITZY261]

Desperation...awesome.

[@BLITZY261]

Desperation...awesome.

[@chrisbaerart]

I was lucky enough to see her live twice - absolutely amazing live performance. I'd never seen anything like it - and I still haven't. I miss her so much. Been listening to her since I was 12 and I'm 52 now.

[@genewebb2837]

i sit here in tears watching this knowing how sad her life was cut short. i followed her from the beginning and think she was one powerful singer and all the joy she brought us. what could she have done is she lived?? please check out SARISFACTION and SHATTERED GLASS. 2 uptempo dance numbers. incredible1

[@KARMA2369]

"Satisfaction" is a Hell of a Song and I've heard it in Concert over a Dozen time and it each time it's always different in a Good way... Great Song...

[@genewebb2837]

@@KARMA2369 hi karma . thanks for saying hi. the 12" version of satisfaction is AMAZING!! have mentioned to derdeck he should react to the extended versions. maybe one day he will

[@jeannettebodden2612]

Laura's Ti Amo has no instrumental break and is so HARD to sing from a breathing standpoint. Give it a listen.

[@DonvanderDeijl]

I feel exactly the same Derek, my wife thinks I,m crazy or something , but that voice man , she hits you with her honesty, it,s real . When you see Celine, cold as ice . The one I realy like is her 96 version in Peru, please check that one out. In that version you see it all, her husband was dying and you hear and see her sing just every note for him. Unbelieve beautiful , amazing . For me she was the best singer I,ve ever heard

[@athena6307]

My favorite version of this song hands down. Her voice is so warm and powerful and raw. So authentic.

[@daylocke6181]

Best version of the song ever

[@123billydog]

Originally Jennifer Rush had a huge hit with Power Of Love, Celines version is precise but Laura's is mind blowingly powerful. She had an exceptional voice and remains one of the most underated artists I'm aware of. So many great songs that weren't the hits they should have been. Everyone is hung up on Gloria and Selfcontrol, both great songs but there were so many more. The Lucky One, Ti Amo, Shattered Glass...Etc Etc and that's before you even get into the songs that were album tracks only. Such a sad loss of a wonderful entertainer.

[@EMELYNCARICARI]

wow amazing voice power love laura branigan 0 my god, connected my heart ,unbelivable.

[@fredyluiscardenas6825]

Amo a laura la mejor la unica.

[@sasapejcin3568]

Powerful, strong, perfect vocals!

[@glenngill8716]

This is the only other version, apart from the original by Jennifer Rush that is worth listening to 🎵

[@wendyelson4827]

LOVE!!! I love Ti Amo as well. Shivers!

[@LG-lk5es]

Never knew Laura did this! Also love love this version. Love watching your love of music the most ❤

[@vlas_sc]

La voz de Laura Branigan es la que mas siento que se haya apagado a tan temprana edad.

[@kevth5090]

Thank you for this video. Great reaction bro.

[@bradgochujangparham3391]

This is my FAVORITE cover of this song....it has the grit the song needs....Laura was amazing !!!!

[@williamlocasto5019]

I had the pleasure of seeing Laura live in concert, twice, once at the Oakdale in Connecticut, and the second in 2002 at CBGBs in NYC (of all places), two years before she passed. A truly amazing performer unlike any other. So very sorry that she left us far too soon. Her version of this song is the very best, in my humble opinion. So much passion, so much grit. Completely unparalleled. Thank you for sharing this, Dereck, and thank you for your heartfelt reaction. Cheers!!! :)

[@kevcall]

First time I've ever heard this from her. An amazing version.

[@chris2kd]

The first time that I ever heard this song was when Air Supply did it. I loved the song the first time I heard it. A bit down the road, when I heard Laura was doing it, I couldn't wait to hear it, because she was my absolute favorite singer. Talk about nailing it! After watching this video, I have seen all the comments from others expressing which version they prefer. To each their own for sure, but here's my take. Honestly, Jennifer Rush's version and Celine's version have subtle differences between them, both in the vocal delivery and the production. There is no significant difference in one from the other. Laura's version is more similar to Air Supply's in production value and also vocally, HOWEVER, as so many have already said, Laura absolutely put's 100% of herself into singing this song, and the more dramatic production lends itself well to her delivery. For some reason Air Supply changed some of the lines (and' I'm not referring to the chorus), and it ends up a bit clumsy sounding if you ask me. I've always been puzzled as to why Laura's version didn't become a SMASH! I guess it was a timing thing. Perhaps, it should have been the lead single, and since Shattered Glass wasn't a big hit, radio didn't pay as much attention to the 2nd single. I feel like Laura came about a couple years too early, and that she'd have done better if she'd arisen in the late 80's, who knows? It's irrelevant now anyhow, but what does matter is that Laura continues to be discovered, and that is wonderful and amazing, and she has a tremendous and dedicated person guarding her legacy and continuing to promote Laura around the world by updating and participating in a website and interacting with fans around the globe. Her name is Kathy, and Laura did well leaving things in her hands. BRAVO! Thanks to Derek for contributing to the continued discovery of the amazing singer, Laura Branigan!

[@songbird989]

Hey Dereck, you really need to check out Laura's version of How Am I Supposed To Live Without You. It's really moving as well!

[@KARMA2369]

"How am I supposed to live without You (LIVE)" is a Damn Great song cause She really gets into it and Cries almost every time...

[@CatalinaGOsses]

Which was the first version of the song before Michael Bolton released it

[@demian75ful]

Inmensa lauraaaaa!!!!!

[@DaveSVT-rn4of]

This song has never been sung this well, nor will it will ever be again. She had a four octave range and was beautiful to go along with it. RIP Laura.

[@lucastaylor2321]

This is my favourite version of the power of love 💕

[@lesleekahler6514]

No auto tune just her, it was tragic when we lost her so young.

[@Marcus-Oh-really-yes]

Laura had a No. 12 hit with the beautiful ballad "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You?" in 1983. And then when the song's writer (co-writer) Michael Bolton crossed over from just being a songwriter to becoming a hearththrob singing star attraction himself, he released his own version of his song in 1989 and it went all the way to No. 1.

[@adam.4487]

With Laura's singing I am having goosebumps all over. She was the BEST!

[@willa435]

celine and Laura are.both my fave singers..but i think power of love fits laura's voice so full of emotion and feeling.of being on love.

[@geraldcorson9204]

Gone too soon 🔜.An incredible voice. The breathing control, unreal.

[@sifridbassoon]

hahahaha I just finished a comment on your previous reaction to Laura Branagin saying that you should do this song! LOL. I love Celine's version, but Laura's cover is absolutely devastating. I can't imagine the damage she was doing to her voice to get those high gravelly notes out. And there is just so much damn pain in that song. 😭.

[@esmeraldoolaer2324]

She was powerfull voices...

[@tonyincltn]

Laura Branigan had that powerful "belt it out there" voice, but back then there wasn't much call for belty songs. Like this, she could be clear and solid, or add the breathy rasp to make it more emotional. I was obsessed about her, had all the albums (well, cassettes). I think this is the best version of the song, because of the emotional grit sound she adds to it.

[@athena6307]

Melissa Manchester was another powerhouse in the 70s and 80s. You should check her out. One of her very popular songs was don't cry out loud, beautiful lyrics.

[@esmeraldoolaer2324]

Very very good singer...RIP Laura...

[@rajeerz]

Power of Love by Laura was a slow burner on the Billboard Hot 100. The song debuted at #97 on October 24, 1987 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent an incredible EIGHTEEN weeks on the charts peaking at #26 on January 9, 1988 for two consecutive weeks in that position. It spent NINE weeks in the Top 40, alone with a minor char position! It slowly fell of the chart finally ending its 18 consecutive weeks chart run at # 98 on February 20, 1988. There was no official music video and it's success is largely attributed to radio airplay and strong record sales. Laura herself said the label, Atlantic Records, failed to promote it properly because those who heard it on the radio, couldn't find it in the record stores and record areas that carried the 45, weren't promoting the record. It was a travesty of justice because Laura poured all of her voice into the song and should have been a major hit for her.

[@fatneet]

WOW

[@tapanim6576]

This is good too. I do like the original with Jennifer Rush.

[@Rhiannon011]

You should check out Laura Branigan's song "Solitaire"...in this song she has such a powerful strong voice hitting those notes and not holding back! She left us too soon.

[@philingram4810]

Laura was awesome such a sad day when she passed away

[@IreneRoach]

Dereck my dear, I loved your reaction to this powerhouse of an artist. I prefer this version of "The Power of Love" the best of any. One disappointment with it -- they cut out the bridge! Wanted to hear her carry on as long as possible, and it really could have done without that omission. "The sound of your heart beating / made it clear so suddenly / the feeling that I can't go on / is so far away" Criminal!

[@AndrewGM-cy5hj]

Laura Branigan and Kate Bush (who I've also seen you review and love) are by far my two favourite artists. They're very different in many ways, but both make you really feel, really move you, by the range and power and emotion in their voices. They are both masters of it. I highly recommend other songs from Laura, some of her lesser known ones, including ones she wrote herself like Didn't We Almost Win It All (don't confuse it with the similar sounding Whitney song, which is also a great song). Never In A Million Years is one of the most emotive songs I've ever heard. Solitaire, one of her bigger songs (it was top 5 in my homeland, Australia), is unbelievably good. She didn't write as much as Kate - Kate possesses song-writing excellence beyond compare - but Laura's voice is astonishing. While I'm mentioning Kate, definitely check out some of the few live performances available from her. She's amazing live as well. There's a live version of Kashka from Baghdad on KZbin that's remarkable. And the live version of James And The Cold Gun from the 1979 tour (live at Hammersmith) has got to be one of the best live performances - literally live art-rock - of all time. It's better than the studio recording. I can't praise it enough. There's also a fantastic live version of Breathing - the only time she performed it live apparently - from the 1986 Comic Relief. Some thoughts!

[@calf1100]

definately the best version in my mind sorry fellow canadian celine laura was the first i heard singing this songso to me shell always be the best

[@nautika1]

Laura Brannigan is absolutely amazing 👏 i love that cover a little bit better then original

[@sifridbassoon]

yes, it's me. I'm back. She's best. She's simply the best.

[@kungsverige1886]

RIP...Laura.....

[@glenproctor2514]

Laura Brannigan is the BEST RIP

[@openyourchakras918]

Would love to see you react to “Ti Amo” by Laura Brannigan

[@ddodgerfan18]

Yes Ti Amo is sung amazingly by her. One of my favorites!

[@woody1850]

Ti amo and Gloria it's from Umberto Tozzi

[@pedrosansal2290]

Respetando a la desaparecida Laura, el tema THE POWER OF LOVE , que también lo interpretó Celine Dion, se hizo para JENNIFER RUSH y nadie la ha cantado como ella, también la tienes en español bajo el titulo de SI TU ERES MI HOMBRE Y YO TU MUJER. JENNIFER RUSH ❤❤❤ Saludos desde España 🇪🇦

[@Tammy-v6e]

Laura Branigan's version of Power Of Love. Is from 1987, and the best ever. ❤

[@minxxy1980]

Ti amo is lauras best song

[@Oo1-T]

This original song 💯💯amazing love laura branigan for memories, Jesus with you 🙏

[@SLEEPTHIEFofficial]

Her voice is IMMENSE and beautiful. So many people don't realize what an incredible singer she is. One of the best. All of the versions are good, but Laura's is my fave.

[@YanAOfficialPage]

Laura is the best and I love the Celine Dion version too but Laura is Laura. Love it ❤❤ Also I'm fan of Celine .... Laura's version is unique !

[@rop81]

I really like this and Laura’s voice is great. But the best version of this song is the original with Jennifer Rush, you should react to that also

[@jorgeandrew]

Dereck, I send you a little list with ballads very similar to "Power of Love" of my admirated Laura Branigan: 1. "Promise Me", Beverley Craven (🇬🇧, 1991) 2. "Almaz", Randy Crawford (🇺🇸🇬🇧, 1987) 3. "Love Resurrection", Alyson Moyet (🇬🇧, 1984) 4. "Sam", Olivia Newton-John (🇬🇧🇦🇺, 1975) 5. "For Your Eyes Only", Sheena Easton (🇬🇧, 1982) 6. "Forever Young", Laura Branigan (🇺🇸, 1985) 7. "Love Will Lead You Back", Taylor Dayne (🇺🇸, 1990) 8. "Love Scenes", Beverley Craven (🇬🇧, 1993) 9. "Morning Angel", Juice Newton (🇺🇸, 1980) 10. "Fernando", ABBA (🇸🇪, 1977) 😉💪

[@djm4457]

She was utterly incredible. What an amazing talent, gone far far too soon. Celine Dion is fantastic, but she had nothing on Laura.

[@ronsmock1879]

During this time in music there were alot of great women singers that weren't writers who were competing for the best songs to sing. Tina Turner, Cher, Celine Dion, Bonnie Tyler and Laura. Many songs were shared and recorded and released by two different female artists. Simply the Best was written by Cher's boyfriend at the time Ricky Sambora. The song was recorded and released by both Bonnie Tyler and Tina Turner. Another dual recorded released Celine and Laura song was Unison. Laura again wins due to the song emotion. Celines' version has one of the first raps ever heard on a song. I Found Someone was a song released by both Cher and Laura.

[@scottdavidson9963]

That voice

[@lamusiclover2264]

Jennifer Rush's original is really the best and most beautiful version. She has an amazing voice and I don't know why the US has never caught on to her.

[@GandlafTheWhite]

I kindly disagree…. Laura owned this song

[@lamusiclover2264]

@@GandlafTheWhite you're entitled to your opinion. Have you heard Jennifer Rush's version?

[@GandlafTheWhite]

@@lamusiclover2264 many times, not new to music… shes wonderful but Laura takes it to next level

[@lamusiclover2264]

@@GandlafTheWhite I like them both, I like Celine's version a lot too. I don't know, I heard Jennifer Rush's before anyone else released a version and I just think hers is the best but I like them all.

[@GandlafTheWhite]

@@lamusiclover2264 we can all have an opinion, im certainly not knocking you for yours but to me Laura owns this song

[@allenstark4611]

One of the few singers who could even come close to Donna Summer but we need you to do more Donna .Somewhere, Fame, Stamp, Bad Girls,Macarthur Park, so much more.