Pure Imagination - Lindsey Stirling & Josh Groban with The Muppets

[@PeterHollens]

Two of my favorite artists together performing Pure Imagination with THE MUPPETS! ahhhh so amazing. Great job ***** and ***** :) :) Love you guys!!

[@vyvynguyen3560]

Pls do another cover with Lindsey :) I love you guys

[@kelseylocey2529]

Yes yes yes please

[@richs_6766]

It was really funny ***** hahaXD

[@greenemperor3022]

***** You, her, and Studio C should do a video; Maybe over the new Star Wars or Harry Potter. That would be amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

[@genevievecarreno4916]

Did I miss your cameo?😉😉

[@organicskating]

Whoever thought up the idea for this video for Josh and Lindsey...multiple gold and platinum stars! Such a fitting song along with Muppet brilliance! Great job!

[@tessaviolet]

THIS IS INSANE.

[@mikewong1025]

You are amazing.

[@Evershear]

Tessa Violet you and Lindsay or Josh should do a song together it would be great!

[@Neceros]

Tessa Violet Hmm, you look like Lindsey.

[@VixenVulpix266]

Neceros She's amazing, the truth is I love all her music, I want to sing with her one day :)

[@vyvynguyen3560]

I never thought you watch this too :D

[@ellenskipper7888]

"We are the music makers and we are the dreamers of dreams." RIP Gene Wilder

[@real_shad0w480]

Gene wilder will always be the only willy wonka in the world

[@abigalebuss5277]

Ellen Skipper, my sentiments exactly. I just watched Willy Wonka again lately and still can't believe that he's gone. Such a favorite of mine.

[@abigalebuss5277]

TheCarlosGamer36, I have to agree with you on that. I tried to like the new one. I just couldn't. Heard they are talking of a prequel of sorts. They got GW's blessing on that. I wonder who would play Wonka? Couldn't be the same though.

[@bradleycotton3237]

Ellen Skipper “How did you like the chocolate factory, Charlie?” “I think it’s the most wonderful place in the whole world!” “I’m glad to hear that. Because I’m giving it to you.” “You’re giving Charlie...” “I can’t go on forever. And I don’t even want to try. So, who can I trust to run the factory when I leave and take care of the Oompa-Loompas? Not a grownup. A grownup would want to do everything his own way, not mine. That’s why a long time ago, I had to find a child. A very honest, loving child to share all my most precious candy-making secrets with.” “And that’s why you sent out the Golden Tickets!” “That’s right! So the factory’s yours, Charlie! Bring the whole family! You can all move in immediately. But, Charlie? Don’t forget what happened to the man who suddenly got everything he always wanted.” “What happened?” “He lived happily ever after.”

[@SUNSHINEISMS]

RIP Gene Wilder. May his pure imagination flow through every single generation there is

[@valeforedark]

Yes but also. He didn't write any of it.

[@matthewclokus7311]

@@valeforedark he made it his own in the movie, metaphorically

[@StefanieStrides]

Being funny is not everyone's first choice. But this funny mix really seemed to gel for the pure imagination of people like me. May your talents lift you to greater heights, Lindsey & Josh!

[@gpiper123]

HOW DID I NOT SEE THIS UNTIL 8 YEARS LATER?!?!?!? This was awesome! Well done!

[@ZainR]

Lindsey's solo at 2:56 makes me feel I'm dancing on the rooftops somewhere in another part of the world under a moonlit night.

[@benhislop1458]

Kermit is one lucky frog. Getting to direct and get a kiss from Lindsey Stirling? LUCKY!!!

[@mughug9616]

Really pulled at the heartstrings listening to the song. First heard Lindsey in Skyrim all those years ago and she has just got better. As far as Josh is concerned, that was about the best magical rendition of Pure Imagination I have heard and that includes the original. Wonderful and moving. :)

[@TheSaneHatter]

"It's the MUPPET SHOW! With our very special guest star, MISS LINDSEY STIRLING! YAAAAAAYYYYYY!" It's about time.

[@CuttyKitty1]

My grandmother loves the Muppets and especially Miss Piggy. She also fell in love with you Lindsey; she loves how you play and dance. So it was a great pleasure to show this video to her. Her face just lit up. Just too much joy... :)

[@CuttyKitty1]

M Barbara Also Josh Groban was great...he's cooler than I thought :)

[@CheeryTearyEmiri]

I've been a huge fan of the muppets since I was a little girl. Lindsey is so talented honestly I'm super proud of her. She deserves all the fame she's gotten. She's too good at what she does!

[@kyraeus]

Thanks Lindsey and Josh. Really wish Jim was still around for this, as this particular song was kind of a perfect tribute to the muppets and his legacy.

[@allanbryant3721]

You know, I know of another America's Got Talent contestant who also worked with Kermit. Terry Fator. He won, and despite what they said I think that this is a sign you've won too Lindsey. It's silly to say that working with Kermit is a sign of success, but I mean look how long it took Josh Groban to get here! Anyways Always looking out for more of your works. Glad I finally got around to looking at KZbin because the fact that my favorite singer, my favorite violinist, and then two happy parts of my childhood have come together like this... I'm smiling in a way I haven't since my father died in May. This is something I needed. Thank you all involved for bringing some joy to a much needed year.

[@vyvynguyen3560]

It's amazing :) you guys should do a movie together Btw Lindsey's shoes are sparkling ^^

[@vyvynguyen3560]

Oh cool I'm not a huge fan of the muppets :)

[@chabis]

Then let's hope she's not planning to do a Muppet movie ;-)

[@vyvynguyen3560]

***** but it's funny sometimes ^^

[@vyvynguyen3560]

Peter Guhl no, I'd love the movie if Lindsey was in it :)

[@vyvynguyen3560]

***** their voices are funny and cute

[@huahua5928]

Awesome music and awesome music video with awesome people and awesome Muppets! The Josh's singing and Lindsey's violin playing went sooo well!

[@steelscars2587]

Joshua Gonzaga Ikr

[@Jediael7]

Agreed , And a fun healthy performance for families to enjoy.

[@huahua5928]

Exactly, Andrew H!! Funny and recommended for families and people of all ages

[@VHSfx]

The first 30 seconds of this captured the spirit of the original Muppet Show more than the last 2 muppet movies put together.

[@DawidCiecierski]

This has got to be your finest collab ever, and perfectly executed too. Thanks for your hard work!

[@DenniseStyles0]

Lindsey always have the power of put the most amazing things all together... It leaves me breathless.

[@dr.glockenspiel1819]

Lindsey is so mean, stop being so adorable! :c

[@vyvynguyen3560]

It's impossible xD

[@Gona26]

Dr. Glockenspiel why the vid have 15000 likes and only about 300 view?

[@tobiashae]

Hey ein erkennbarer Deutscher ;)

[@HikuroMishiro]

luciana porcel It takes a while to count views when a video gets a lot of hits in a short time. The view count will be correct after a while.

[@Stardweller1]

Dr. Glockenspiel Yeah, you might as well ask a pine tree to grow leaves.

[@janiceterukotemple5212]

Dear Lindsey, Love your performance with Josh and The Muppets. You are so great. Josh's voice, cute Muppet antics, and your beautiful violin and dancing are the greatest. Loved the Muppets since childhood. Your videos inspire me to keep practicing my violin. Love, JaniceTeruko💟

[@jupiter321]

They brought back the classic Muppets in this video. The Muppet Show of the 70's and 80's was fun for the whole family. The "new" Muppets is more for adults. Will the kids get the jokes or even like the show? Will it last out the first season? We will see.

[@GiovanniV69]

How did I not see this until recently?!! Great production! Amazing!

[@keelyzee]

is there a more pure sounding voice on earth than Josh Groban???? What a gift that man has.

[@lenihaylett4674]

Josh's voice is like the warm runny bit of melted honey in your tea. He adds that flavour and warmth to the drink. The drink is the song and Josh is the honey.

[@lemonsnicker2568]

Give Natasha Pierre and the great comet of 1812 a listen if you like this

[@Magic3Star]

Everything that seems boring, scary or exciting is always much more fun to do when you're with the Muppets. They REALLY make your day. ^^

[@twist58]

Sounds like a fitting tribute to the man who sang it first, Gene Wilder. Respect, sir.

[@tylerfish2701]

Thank you Bobsheaux for introducing me to this awesome collaboration.

[@BailcuryG27]

This song will be a good tribute to Gene Wilder. Rest In Peace 😢

[@Jeremy-qh7mw]

This brought a smile to my face, that comes from a place, that remembers the pure innocent joys of being a child. :0)

[@jes]

I shed a tear from this. ***** I'm SO happy for your success! You have OFFICIALLY made it with this video! Congratulations!

[@Slipknot_yt]

nice.....................

[@mtlnascarfan]

800 dislikes? 800 people have no taste in good, clean entertainment. Congratulations, Lindsey! So glad I found you via Philip DeFranco!

[@alyssa-vm7nr]

I love Lindsey's potential. I just love everything about her

[@LaMissa1]

Is there any way to get this version of the song? Josh's version is great, but I just ADORE Lindsey's violin part! It adds so much to it! ❤️❤️❤️

[@7Blacksteel7]

Brings back the time when I watched Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory...who knew Gene Wilder was a good singer? Either way, a rather good cover.

[@ThatIrishLass]

.... How are you here?

[@BuddyBoy600alt]

+Chris Lee Gene Wilder also sang "Putting on the Ritz" in the 1974 movie "Young Frankenstein".

[@DarthKato]

She is truly a goddess living among us. ^_^

[@TheXBladeist]

Never will someone be so skilled in this centurym

[@DarthKato]

TheXBladeist Yup!

[@glenjensen781]

TheXBladeist I Love Lindsey's music and dancing! BUT I also love Máiréad Nesbitt (Celtic Woman) and her dancing. The first time I saw it, I couldn't believe you could do both. Now I would like to see a DUET of BOTH of them - a dream of dreams! Lindsey?

[@TheXBladeist]

Glen Jensen That'd be great.

[@DarthKato]

Glen Jensen That would be so awesome! I a big fan of Máiréad too!

[@milestailsprower8829]

Rest In Peace Gene Wilder May his pure imagination spread through millions others and to inspire others and more generations. Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka would be impressed that the muppets was singing, his song for millions of generations to come.

[@RaymondArias]

The right amount of quirkiness in this video makes this such a treasure-able piece of art.

[@victoriadeguzman6198]

RIP Gene Wilder

[@jenniferloving9054]

Victoria DeGuzman He was an great actor and hilarious to boot!

[@connorboi1461]

🪦

[@thatgamergirlakane5962]

So why is this exact version with Josh, AND Lindsey AND the Muppets not available on iTunes yet?

[@icantgetridofthisusernamehelp]

That Gamer Girl Akane I think it's because technically they don't own the song, it's just a cover. Most platforms like iTunes, Spotify and Tidal don't usually put covers on their platform because if the artist is making money off of a song that isn't originally theirs...that could look bad. I too have been waiting forever and a day for this to be on Tidal.

[@MegaZeo]

@@icantgetridofthisusernamehelp But there are tons of covers on iTunes…

[@icantgetridofthisusernamehelp]

@@MegaZeo They may have gotten permission. Not all covers are created equal. This song is technically not public domain yet. To avoid copyright laws you can put stuff like this on KZbin but if you wanted it on a streaming platform you'd have to go through a label of some sort to post anything on those platforms, and you have to get permission from the people who own the song.

[@timgrant1219]

@@MegaZeo Also, maybe KZbin doesn't want to share it.

[@timgrant1219]

@@icantgetridofthisusernamehelp Also, maybe KZbin doesn't want to share it.

[@TheSpontaneousWorksOfR.Maniac]

THIS IS SO GOOD!

[@Kogad9]

I heard this when I was really high. When the violin came in tears shot right to my eyes. I had never experienced such a whimsical and pleasant feeling before.

[@melissathelonelyevapilot0016]

Ditto, gives me the feels hahaha

[@amandayocham7076]

Josh and Lindsey together at perfection. I adore them together. They should collab more often ♥

[@icyflamezkurotsuchi4265]

R.I.P. Kermit x Miss Piggy, their love was an inspiration to us all! :'(

[@amysmith1429]

What? They're not dead

[@icyflamezkurotsuchi4265]

Amy Smith I was referring to their relationship.

[@LilSade-zm1xg]

No you guys this person was talking about how Kermit and Miss piggy used to be together

[@ru99414]

Haha this was funny! You should really get a role as a acress in a movie Lindsey!!

[@ChloeLeis]

I think she has! Look her up on IMDB

[@teamfruitsalad7335]

The Seven Angels SHE SHOULD BE CAROL DANVERS IN CAPTAIN MARVEL

[@revyaraksha9372]

Erva Fidan Will she play the violin and/or dance in this movie?

[@ChloeLeis]

Revya Raksha she plays herself I think... So both

[@captianzanzey]

The Seven Angels Its a good possibility that it will happen, she's already done a commercial on the disney channel

[@lightswitchy]

Rest in peace, Gene Wilder... you were always the better Wonka.

[@RightCenterBack321]

Lindsey Stirling is definitely a once-in-a-lifetime talent.

[@abigalebuss5277]

I just love Josh's Grobin! I love his voice. This is the first time that I ever saw Lindsey Stirling do anything since DWTS. She is good too. Those poor Muppets, they do have a terrible time sometimes! I loved the whole video.

[@EntertainmentFan11]

She was actually on America's Got Talent before DWTS.

[@dylanstaley6089]

"You wanted a crane shot but we could only get you a parrot." That had me in stitches.

[@webgamer5676]

now we need a muppet version of willy wonka

[@Gabriel-qq5zn]

I want Gonzo to be Willy Wonka

[@offthewallscrazy]

@@Gabriel-qq5znthe rats as the oompa-loompas.

[@TsukabuNosoratori2]

"I always liked that song!" "Yeah, until now!" me: Laughing with them*

[@thomjoconnor]

Wonderful! Re-creates the charm and the humor of the The Muppet Show from way back.

[@priscilaalvarado1197]

I swear Josh Groban has such an angelic voice and paired up with Lindsey's masterful violin skills UGH perfect

[@StuartSafford]

I highly recommend watching this! It made the day worthwhile.

[@jkertiny3951]

I needed this in my life I love it!!!

[@vyvynguyen3560]

Yesssssss

[@supremekirachannel]

1 billion of views!!! Congrats Lindsey!!! A big fan here! Brazil

[@mordschlag2816]

*million Billion has three more numbers.

[@MichaelScheele]

Ciaran Daddo-Langlois In the US, 1 million = 1,000,000 (10^6) and 1 billion = 1,000,000,000 (10^9). See en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long_and_short_scales

[@supremekirachannel]

Ciaran Daddo-Langlois 1 billion its correctly, 1 billion of views, click on about on Lindsey's channel. All videos together have 1 billion

[@sebastianencalada39]

You are right

[@lucasred4819]

aeee um Br aqui

[@kevinzhang3655]

I just watched your concert in Vancouver! Dragon Age Inquisition! Assassin's Creed, Skyrim! and finally Phantom of the Opera ! Fantastic! Magnificient!Splendid!.Thank you for your great performance!!

[@sarahberkner]

Three of my favorite "artists" in a single video?! "What you see will deny explanation" is right!

[@richs_6766]

Haha i loved it ***** , the Muppets, you, and Josh Groban all in one video amazing!!!

[@vyvynguyen3560]

It's funny ^^

[@richs_6766]

Not the cake Vy Vy Nguyễn haha

[@vyvynguyen3560]

Okay But it's still funny xD *i feel guilty for laughing so hard*

[@richs_6766]

Dont be it was funny XD Vy Vy Nguyễn

[@vyvynguyen3560]

IKR!!!!!!!!! XD

[@Muffight3r]

Lindsey was that youuuu i saw at the billboard awards during see you again?!? I dont know if she said anything about it but i screamed when i saw you.

[@abraaoaristimunho2733]

***** please go back to Brazil !!!!!!!!

[@JameyAston]

abrahão da s. Aristimunho Um...come back to Brazil? Ha ha ha.

[@thespykernaf]

Wow I missed that but I had to look it up 'cause it's one of my favorite songs at the moment, and I have to admit: It sounded even better with you ***** !! Great job!!!

[@abraaoaristimunho2733]

Jamey Aston whatever...

[@ChrisSmith-bb1dq]

I think another good Statler and Waldorf joke could have been : "I've always liked that song" "Oh yea? What's your favorite part?" "The End!" "D'OH HO HO HO HO!"

[@carolinehelen2113]

josh groban's voice always takes me back to christmas! love it!

[@CM-jt4ys]

Thank you Lindsey for the ThrowBack to The Muppets! This made my day!!

[@C-M-E]

Came for The Muppets, stayed for Lindsey. Strike that, reverse it ;D

[@aviezerscop401]

😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@KeishenLloyd]

😁👉👉

[@amysmith1429]

Very clever

[@UpsideDownYuGiOh]

Collaboration level is over 9000!!!!

[@ainsleysuntjens1921]

PIGGY YOU WILL NOT UPSTAGE MY GIRL LINDSEY

[@samuelferris9323]

"I've always liked that song... until now ahahaha" great song!!! xx

[@frylock97]

Lindsey violin dueling with Miss Piggy is a thing I didn't know I was missing in my life, and now that I've seen it I don't know how I made it this long with out it.

[@jean-pierrebesson4922]

Merci LINDSEY pour ce très beau moment partagé. Superbe. Bises amicales. JEAN-PIERRE.

[@TakeWalker]

First Mike Tompkins, now Lindsey Stirling? It's the Muppets Take KZbin! :D

[@kirdot2011]

Take Walker I was just saying the same thing. They don't "take youtube". it seems like the muppets aren't as popular by themselves anymore so they`ve decided to take a little snippets of fame and recognition from youtubers that are hugely popular. The muppets are trying to get new fans from the fans of those popular youtubers.

[@thomasboese3793]

kirdot2011 Without the guiding hand of Jim Henson, there is no life in them.

[@TakeWalker]

I dunno, I'm happy they're still around. Ever see the music video they did with Weezer? Now that was classic.

[@kirdot2011]

Thomas Boese ok, Thomas Boese, from south eastern Wisconsin, you seem to know everything about muppets

[@Master_Therion]

Take Walker They've also collabed with Mental Floss, Barely Political, Vsauce3. I think they are promoting their own KZbin channel or possibly a new TV show or movie (I'm not sure).

[@BuddyBoy600alt]

The song was originally used on "The Muppet Show" and sung by Ben Vereen.

[@sameersheikh5301]

Wasn't it in that one Willy Wonka movie?

[@BuddyBoy600alt]

+Golam, In Brackets Yes. That too. It was also sung by Sammy Davis Jr. And the fact is Sammy Davis Jr. died the same day we lost Jim Henson.

[@sameersheikh5301]

BuddyBoy600alt Wow. The world's heart broke twice that day...

[@smileyboi9386]

+BuddyBoy600alt and Lou Rawls not sure about Sammy Davis Jr though

[@sonagihan9589]

wait what - ?

[@denisethorbjornsen7493]

I'm glad to see Lindsey Stirling happy and doing violin again

[@shounenbat510]

This was good. In fact this was almost to the same level of quality as the old Muppet Show, which is something Disney normally doesn't pull off that well. Revive The Muppet Show and put Lindsey on there!

[@igormaxwel6093]

Rest in Peace Gene Wilder, the eternal and true Willy Wonka!

[@autisticmystic8540]

"I've always liked that song." "Yeah, until now!" Lol

[@ilian3629]

3:13 that’s actually a nice duet 😂👌🏼

[@arailymtalgatkyzy9258]

I don't understand who puts dislike? She is so beautiful, talanted, perfectly plays on violin and good actress I like her, and oftentimes listen her melodies and musics Good Job, I wish you great Success miss Stirling!!!)

[@jefferyrowland5579]

This was so amazing and fun to watch just like all of Lindsey's work. The one thing that distracted me though is that Josh Groban looked like a young Jim Henson. It was hunting and yet beautiful.

[@ryangilbert1733]

When beauty and comedy collide :)

[@felixespinal4594]

R.i.p Gene Wilder

[@AcmeStudios26]

That was really interesting, and cute at the same times. A Willy Wonka classic.

[@steph01423]

First Josh Groban does Notre Dame de Paris and Phantom of the Opera on one album. Now Josh Groban and Lindsey Stirling are in one video?! I AM IN MUSICAL HEAVEN THIS YEAR!! :-D

[@LegendaryPGT]

Thanks for bringing back my childhood and making it 1000000 times better!!! Lindsey, you're amazing! ♡

[@ParadoxFreak]

So jealous of Lindsey for getting to work with the Muppets!

[@jphyksios2891]

Best. Muppets. Ever.

[@TheJuliana0901]

sgree

[@chrisd7562]

If a fan is blowing in his face can he still sing lol

[@awarchaneamal243]

Chris D

[@Jansci7G]

Miss Piggy was right on with that whole "Prerecorded Track" business

[@mmargaretcole1989]

This is so much more impressive knowing that Lindsey was dancing around looking gorgeous when she was so sick!

[@CapeMike]

I've said this elsewhere, but I'll leave it here, too.... I watched this...and for 5 minutes, I was a child again, watching a classic episode of The Muppet Show...you have GOT to work with them again, someday....

[@IBeatPandas]

I ate bacon watching this so miss piggy give Stirling the STAGE or you be my next meal. :)

[@IBeatPandas]

***** its so awesome that even with 6 million subscribers you replied to me also im trying to learn the cello its so much fun :)

[@TheWeirdestOfBugs]

DualSword Gaming You are super lucky!

[@IBeatPandas]

thanks

[@alloramora]

Lesson learned: let Mrs. Piggy rage.

[@sydneyabbett5360]

Oil doing the violin

Haha Lindsey funny Video! That is great! Thumbs up and loveley greetings from Germany ;)

[@missingrid5615]

Great vid, i love the muppets...♡

[@aurelienemonet8341]

I'm hoping for a duo with Taylor Davis

[@RaymondArias]

2:34. The wind cannot distract him from singing. Go, Josh.

[@cryptid6279]

HE HAS THE VOICE OF AN ANGEL AND I AM LITERALLY CRYING BECAUSE HIS VOICE IS SO BEAUTIFUL

[@ur_cowboy]

it's tough being green

[@pokeythescowlingcat6221]

You blend in with so many ordinary things

[@mingfeid.4627]

How do you dance in heels?!

[@Owlguy007]

+Mingfei D. orig10.deviantart.net/a304/f/2013/286/4/f/magic_duh_gif_snape_by_libbyrose-d6qboie.gif

[@mingfeid.4627]

seems legit

[@santiagoarroyos6355]

At the same time she plays the violin...

[@blitz7326]

T-A-L-E-N-T and some pure imagination!

[@mimitop6447]

Very carefully

[@jmh1189]

Well, I just can't here this song without being reminded of the horror film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

[@mipha8795]

great...now ill think of that whenever I hear the song too

[@jadenj7005]

+jmh1189 To be fair that's where this song originated...

[@TruthSeeker0413]

+jmh1189 Funny you think of the horror one, I think of the original charlie and the chocolate factory. Interesting :-)

[@TruthSeeker0413]

+Jaden J Erm you sure lol

[@blitz7326]

The book is better. Still weird, but better :)

[@tmendez31]

And to think Lindsey was told she didn't have what it takes to be a star. Well those judges were absolutely wrong. It's so awesome to see people who can take the guts and keep moving forward.

[@ravenfrancis1476]

I'm normally not a fan of Lindsey Sterling but I feel like this was her at her strongest. She could collab with the Muppets more often, or at least showcase more of a personality than "violin".

[@rikustorm13]

R.I.P Gene Wilder 😭😭😭😭