Lena Horne - Stormy Weather/If You Believe

Lena Horne really delivers on a reprise of her classic "Stormy Weather" in a medley with her latter-day anthem "If You Believe" from the musical 'The Wiz'. Superb!

[@outinsider]

That performance better have gotten a standing ovation. You acknowledge a Queen no matter where she is.

[@dawn220]

She ATE this performance! I hope some of these new school singers/performers take heed and study this!!!! Fantastic!!!!!!! RIP, Lena...

[@roseroyce15]

ATE!!!!

[@jamals.8786]

Tor' it up!

[@mariaangelelli]

Estoy en eso... gracias.

[@5850terry]

One of the most important performances ever by anyone.

[@jaycoleman89]

I love the high octaves at the end of the vamp to "Believe In Your Self"!!!! At 65, just amazing!!!!

[@misterp9242]

Okay Lena! I didn’t know you sang, sang!!! 😳She is KILLING! 🔥🔥🔥

[@5850terry]

She was a class act in every respect. I don't remember there ever being a scandal associated with her.

[@roycey32]

They did try to label her communist. (Wasnt true of course) She was one of the names of several actors listed on the Hollywood blacklist. Everybody gets a "turn." Even when they don't deserve it. #Sad

[@skip031890]

@@roycey32 It was true. She just didn't know what it meant. 🙄

[@ayndowney9401]

​@@skip031890She knew what it meant, she just choose to do her thing, like Tina Turner, Nina Simone and Ella, and Aretha, They did it their Way😊😊😊😊

[@roseroyce15]

​@@skip031890she was no communist. It was NOT true.

[@PollokPark]

Lena Horne is among the greatest ladies who ever sang the Blues, together with Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald. Bless them all and may they rest in peace. With love and gratitude.

[@Twwistad]

Thats what it means to put your soul into it.

[@MountTheodore72]

Lena was drippin' with soul that night!!!! She fooled around and put some *stank* on that performance.

[@laurelle2020]

She always emulated such grace and class. You can't buy that. Either you have it or you don't.

[@mca1218]

I met Ms. Horne in 1985 when she brought "The Lady and Her Music" to the Warner Theatre in Washington, DC. I was an usher there. Our house manager arranged for some of us to meet her. I believe she wore this. Backstage I shook her hand and was dumbstruck: the lady who looked like an amazon on stage was tiny; I towered over her when standing in front of her, but was still scared to death. And 67 at the time, she did not look a day over 40. She signed about a hundred or so playbills and called everyone "baby." I think my heart skipped a beat that evening.

[@teanbean79]

When you watch singers like this, it just makes me sad that we're left with no talent in the music industry now days.. Thank God for KZbin

[@annetteroach5407]

Not only sang but such class and we don't have to look at any naked bodies.....just pure saaaanging!!!❤❤ RIP Ms. LENA

[@topcat1299]

6:54-7:02. I got choked up. When i saw this as a child in 1982. I did not know Ms. Horne could hit those notes. Lord have mercy. Amazing talent. Gone but, never forgotten.

[@musicallychallenged2848]

True! She's a legend and super talented! That high note is a soprano B flat Bb5! Had no idea she could go that high either!

[@harridan.]

amen

[@KajiVocals]

@@musicallychallenged2848 She can go higher actually.

[@musicallychallenged2848]

@@KajiVocals wow, I didn't know that... I need to explore her discography more.

[@KajiVocals]

@@musicallychallenged2848 If you listen to her performance of this at the Tony Awards, she sings a high D6.

[@sassiestkitten1]

I saw this on Broadway and I assure you that she got roars or clapping all through and out the end the ovation was not only standing but lasted at least 3 to 4 mins . She was fantastic!

[@gta1221]

I was pulling for Lena to break 100 years! RIP to one of the last of the greats. Truly a class act. Get your rest, girl!

[@siamezefloyd]

There are no adequate words to describe that kind of RAW POWER, RANGE & EMOTION!

[@bunkyman8097]

Her entire life, existence and soul is in this performance. Its palpable. Brava Ms Horne!

[@3677danielr]

Lena Horne is so amazing!!! I love her so much. I am so happy to have been on this earth while she was here. She makes me believe in myself every time I hear her sing.

[@JanDragonn]

She just set me free with her amazing voice! I love Stormy Weather!!! Sing it Lena, Mmm!

[@THEDISH54]

I had the honor to hear this song sung by Ms. Horne for 2 years working with her on The Lady and Her Music Broadway Show...it was amazing that she did 2 hours and we did about 25 minutes of singing and dancing in this show. There are singers now that could take some lessons from her in articulation and flow with there singing. She was a true DIVA and I will always thank God that I was given the chance to dance and sing along side of this great legend. Thank you Ms. Horne and Auntie..ChinaDoll

[@CJRabb3]

that is pure talent no gimmicks just soul stirring, powerful, heartfelt music!

[@spencer0000000]

She could really interpret a song like nobody else.

[@bmkfan]

Ohhh I love it, I love it, I love it!

[@gilkenson53]

She was...a Lady... Her voice was smoke and silk.... Rest Lady Lena..

[@m.leannapeterkin684]

Absolutely.

[@themassivebrainman4798]

George Gilkenson my mom is related to her

[@turbulenteskimo]

I watch this so often. It is a spiritual touch stone

[@HunterPeale]

check out her 1985 Broadway album.......she REALLY owns this song there. thank you, Harold Arlen

[@brunojacob3401]

Lena was perhaps the best singer in the World? Sometimes I really think it... From another dimention, just wow.

[@wallycarrfan]

I agree! I was lucky enough to see a performance of the London run of Lena Horne: The Lady and her Music' at the Adelphi Theatre in the West End in 1984. It was the first time I'd seen a major star and she was truly sensational.

[@UncleDuTheWatchman]

I guess I'mma just watch every rendition she ever did...I BELIEVE!!!

[@DLowryVA]

I'll bet the Lord is having a concert tonight! Rest in Peace Ms. Horne!

[@TheSidvin]

Beat this!!!! Shivers down your spine.

[@Exjoedus]

Her limelight will always be glowing. Even death aint putting this flame out, shes touched so many and sparked so much in the arts community she is truly immortal. Heres to her brilliant memory and her power to be remembered for years to come. May 9, 2010

[@Genetaylormusic]

Still watching her brilliance today

[@vrjanice2]

​@4everkop Still watching January 1, 2024

[@Diafiori]

Oh, my God. That first "I" broke my heart. Ms. Horne was *incredible.*

[@dudleymaxwell1550]

The last song, hits me tru my soul, I struggle a lot to bilieve in my self, I feel the chill, like she was talking and singing it to me, God blessed her beautiful soul

[@oldsmobile6]

@Dudley Maxwell: "Believe in Yourself", written by Charlie Smalls, for the movie version of The Wiz; Miss Horne played Glinda the Good Witch. kzbin.info/www/bejne/enndqWWGad1pacU

[@Ricmoo74]

Dudley Maxwell, I relate to your beautiful message more than I can ever describe. This song by THIS angel has carried me beyond this life until the day my spirit meets her’s and I can embrace her in gratitude. God bless this Exquisite Queen and God bless you. ❤️

[@FoggyRoad81]

The Lady And Her Music is the greatest one woman show ever. Spec-frickin-tacular.

[@nutreeguy]

I saw this show both in New York and London, what an experience one i will never forget, Lena Knockout!!! xx

[@perditabrown]

I was privilized to see Ms Horne at the Music Center In Los Angeles in the 80's when she performed her one womam show " Lady And Her Music. I was mesmerized by her performance. He vocal stylings were like no other! A Classy Lady! She will be missed!

[@tukamona96]

This song When you believe got me tearing up. It's something when the lyrics start to hit your soul.

[@BTURNER1961]

Folks, That is JAZZ performed by a quintessential and seasoned jazz artist. This is of the stature of Ella and Lady Blue. Its top shelf phrasing, top shelf interpretation and intonation.

[@poetryindeed]

I had the opportunity to see this legend live in Houston, Texas for her one woman show "Lena Horne, The Lady and Her Music". She was phenomenal to say the least. She kept me captivated the entire show.

[@SSMD1]

I watched a PBS special about her, oh my gosh a class act. When she did this perormance, she said this is the way she always wanted to perform it, with soul. RIP Queen/Diva

[@evonza4858]

ALWAYS Lena and ALWAYS legendary 🥰👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤️🖤💚✊🏾❤️🖤💚

[@solosphereentertainment9163]

Yes Ms Horne. God bless you

[@ShangoJamal]

Hail the LADY and Her Music! Thank you for posting

[@phxphillip]

What a class Act......I will never forget.....GOD BLESS HER...what a joy we had while she was on this earth..............I saw her in the 70's in New Orleans......what a show...we all walked out wanting more.....the best!

[@thelastladyofsong]

I saw this show on PBS when it was aird origianlly...what a great show. She is and was one of the best singers around...

[@ImYourVj]

She completely pulls u in and makes u believe every word... I love this.. No one does this better..

[@jldawg67]

We believed in you too, Ms Horne, but that's not why you were so talented. Thank you most of all for being so outspoken and thanks also for your contribution to making our country and planet what it is in a good way! r.i.p.

[@laarbe]

RIP Ms. Lena Horne. You walked thru the back door so we could walk thru the front door. A singer, performer, stage, screen, tv and recordings, civil rights activist, human activist. You did it all. You were beautiful and talented. You said when you died you were coming back as Tina Turner. Another bright shining star has just dimmed and went out down here on Earth. We love, honor, thank and will miss you Ms. Lena Horne.

[@milesgrier8805]

Just fyi: I don’t think Lena ever sang for segregated audiences. So I don’t believe she went through any back doors.

[@grethomory]

One of the great ones who truly paved the path.

[@CatherineSTodd]

How moving and beautiful... and how much we miss real, talented women with elegance and class. Please return to us, Lena and your successors, as we need you now!

[@HunterPeale]

there aren't words to describe her. on her 1985 Broadway album i think she outdid this performance. no words.

[@SBridgforth]

What a Brilliant Artist! I surely wish I could have seen this show Live. Blessings to Ms. Horne/Gratitude for her....

[@mikeyirish1967]

We will miss you, Ms. Horne. Thank you for your many, many gifts. May angels guide you...

[@mightymosesdoyle]

She was a HUGE Talent both on film as well as the recording sudio..her voice is legendary!!!! and will be rememberd forever!!!

[@rogfedserwil]

Looked all over everywhere, and have concluded this is the BEST rendition of "Stormy Weather" I have ever heard, which is fitting considering it was given by the woman who ORIGINATED the song way back when. And just to think, this woman used to doubt her vocal abilities... no way....... R.I.P. Lena!!

[@rhodoragarza7341]

Thank God there are people today in 2024 that remember performers such as Lena Horne, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Nancy Wilson, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, just to name a few.❤

[@perditabrown]

I saw Lena's retirement performance. Amazing. I was mesmerized by per prescence.

[@indiecabaret]

you know, of all the things i've used to procrastinate writing another literature paper...THIS IS DEFINITELY THE BEST. one of the few performers to reinvent the way she does one of her standards. you get it, ms. horne.

[@SibGirl01]

Thank God for Lena Horne. What a class act. :)

[@Dominique913]

i've got goosebumps, damn she's good.

[@hb2019]

"Stormy Weather" was a metaphor for the obstacles this remarkably gifted lady had to overcome.

[@shilahdoll]

WoW!!!!!!She sounds amazing, she really makes you feel it!!!

[@martdavid84]

This is absolutely AMAZING! My goodness. Smh!

[@GarrellWoods]

May this beautiful talent rest in eternal peace.

[@utbr01]

The Great Lena Horne!

[@bluejazz44]

A singer who plays the songs as a great actress. Marvelous!

[@asmrlilvezzy6601]

I love her diva attitude 😊♥️

[@brucekimerer]

She sang Stormy Weather twice in the show. In the first act she treated it in the torch song manner we all know -- about what has been lost. In this iteration, the finale, she turns it into a song of defiance and triumph.

[@trl614]

Had the HONOR to see this leyend back in early 80's in LA and is a night that will live in me until I die. RIP Ms Horne

[@mlr48]

I can hardly believe her beauty - it was timeless as was her talent.

[@KingCobra121]

Ms. Horne one of the greats, Don't Mourn because she has gone home, and now is singing with Ella, Billie and making God happy!

[@divery4eyes]

wow. look at her while she sings, the music just seems to flow from her. so many artists seem to be forcing it out, sometimes with disastrous results. But Ms. Lena Horne . . . .

[@annetteroach5407]

Pure classic and classy....yes Ms. Horne

[@ncarver]

thank you for posting this .... smiling - no one tops Lena

[@BaddieRey]

You Betta Sang Lena......Truly An Amazing Vocalist & Inspiration.......May U Rest In Peace.....

[@IYAMNI]

"I was always battling the system to try to get to be with my people. Finally, I wouldn't work for places that kept us out ... it was a damn fight everywhere I was, every place I worked, in New York, in Hollywood, all over the world." She was a pioneer. Talented and courageous.

[@BruceMontgomeryTV]

The Quite Sassy and So Very, Very Classy...The One and Only... Ms. Lena Horne!

[@ccarozzo75]

Ms. Horne will be missed so much. But she has left us so much joy. Ms. Horne was music, class, style, kindness, determination. Ms. Horne was love.

[@adg1968]

Words can not express when you have witnesed GREATNESS!!!! The voice that is timeless!!! Lena Horne will forever be a great voice.

[@robertroland6581]

She is a Great Singer!

[@racheljarrot1781]

Dreams Of Normal Lives, Tales Without Arms, Feet To Rites, Sunny Dazes.Joys And Pains Daily. Great song, lots of water wasted, tears to stormy weather, it is what you believe. Love the trip back in time. Lena Horne - Stormy Weather/If You Believe. Thanks so much for sharing. Happy Veterans Day, 2016.

[@oskafanga265]

DIVA.....pure and simply the best ..WOW.!!!

[@zivaray]

i'm cryin right now...WHOOOO this is talent.

[@OldieMusicMan]

Oh, my God . . . This is one of the strongest performances I've ever seen. My God, Lena was great! Rest in peace.

[@Shango72king]

THANK you Lena!

[@Outofdarkness55]

Love How She Sang!~!~ May She be resting in Her Angels Arms~~

[@christianharbin21]

Pure magic!!

[@TATieBTaylor]

just wonderful...pure and beautiful....just beautiful

[@HandwhistlerBen]

Lena was such an extraordinary singer and unique performer. She did it her way and that was different then any other performer then or now.

[@carterboy66]

Hey nutrafina, you better respect Lena. She is a treasure. She is blessed to have lived a long life.I wish we could see her even if she too ill to be responsive to the love that we show, her family should know that Lena is still respected, loved and honored by the African Americnan community but I believe that those who love the Arts love Lena because she is living ART. Much love to Ms. Horne

[@granicofred]

What the hell!! Really theres a reason to life, world, and love?! Now i trust (in your vocal cords)., Lena.. Rest with us.

[@roblimusic]

seriously though!! Masterful is understated here... Too much soul I'm in pieces - what in heavens name was the rehearsal like?!?!??

[@ImYourVj]

you better sing lena!! loved it!!!

[@mgmbacklot]

I saw this show life 4 times.. the only reason the crowd might not be as enthusiastic as we would like, is because the have just experienced over two hours of this kind of emotional POW!! and are exhausted.. It was magic and I am grateful for the experience..

[@ayla8251]

i wish i could have met her.boy did she put her soul in this performance.

[@Rowoches]

I LOVE LENA HORNE!!!

[@Kuumbaman]

Now, that was performing! God Bless her. Her beautiful spirit shows through!

[@bskeete]

I saw this show on broadway in '82.....AWESOME!!!!! thks LENA.

[@yael8907]

She is funny! She had such a raw edginess to her that just catapults every time you see her perform. Powerhouse voice that shatters the room

[@dagr382]

She is magnificent.

[@eguirald]

I can`t think of any other entertainer that combines such beauty and awesome vocal prowess. She was breathtakingly beautiful at the height of her fame.

[@0433eros]

Yeah. She crushed that!