Liz Callaway Sings "The Story Goes On" on The Merv Griffin Show 1984

[@PaganVegas]

So beautiful! I think it's right to remind younger viewers of how astonishing this was at the time. Liz's easy belt and effortless - almost imperceptible shifts between registers were new and mind-blowing for many of us. Post "Baby", this became THE sound that many Broadway hopefuls were going for; so much so that this particular song got effectively banned at auditions for being overused.

[@LazlosPlane]

Who doesn't LOVE her????

[@kenbrenansantoslazaro5784]

I watched Lea Salonga performed this song. I thought it just a music but when i read the lyrics and watch the original performer...i was realy impressed with her voice, am a man now and loving my mommy so much. I played it again and again and again...

[@TheTadghB]

The true Mistress of Mixing.

[@LizCallaway]

Thank you! Can you tell Seth that?

[@ryanmcdonald9050]

@@LizCallaway SUCH AN ICON

[@njl8908]

The amazing Liz “mixing as fast as I can” Callaway

[@bobhess7434]

One of the greatest voices ever on Broadway. Such range. And with such ease. Incredible. I still get chills when watching.

[@choochd]

Nothing beats the brightness of Liz's voice.

[@tomsparks6099]

To have seen Liz Callaway in a solitary spotlight singing this song and it bringing down the house. Wow. The musical "Baby" is so wonderful and memorable.

[@sanriocarebears]

I love Liz Callaway, beautiful singer.

[@margieismyname95]

Performing this song in May and I am so excited!! 🤩 truly such a beautiful song and so wonderful to perform!! One of my absolute favorites!

[@marthabrady4079]

LIz, every song you have ever sung simply became yours..no one elses.. True brilliance. Thank you for this one.

[@itscharlescastro]

Such a masterclass in performance. Brava Liz!❤️

[@AquapolisQuest]

There is only one Liz Callaway. And she is a simply stunning voice of the Theatre. I do love this musical. “What Could Be Better?” is one of my favorite musical songs.

[@scottstorey7543]

Do you remember this moment liz? Iconic!

[@richardjohnson1824]

Masterclass performance

[@fivemile13]

So nice to hear this done from the time of the show. You sang with a lot of wisdom even then. Thanks Liz. Gabriel P.

[@weoni6569]

리즈 사랑합니다♡ I love your voice and song♡ -from your fan in south korea

[@tomlockyer2404]

WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@BertCCRI]

Liz: The "Baby" reunion show on "Stars in the House" was terrific. Thank you for posting this clip so quickly, just as you promised.

[@gabriellerumbolo7429]

wow that made me cry my eyes out,. it is a feeling only a mon can now how beautiful these words are

[@paulpallavre]

Masterclass- So uplifting!

[@erichughes7592]

I'm typing through tears. Thank you so much for posting this. I love this score. I wish I had seen it on Broadway. I remember singing "With You" at a wedding a number of years ago. (It was very well received, but as usual, when I sing at a wedding, the couple splits up shortly thereafter. Strangely, I haven't sung at a wedding in years . . . ) But this is such a terrific song. I can't imagine anyone else singing it but Liz. And she can still sing it and she STILL sounds amazing . . . in fact, better than ever. That's talent, dedication and love. She's got it all!

[@DiscoverMeTV]

I understand the typing through tears... me too!

[@LizCallaway]

Thanks Eric!!! And very funny about singing at weddings!

[@stuartd5293]

Beautiful!! This Album started the love affair with Ms Callaway that continues to this day!!

[@andreavelazquez2412]

MIX GOALS

[@princepeterwolf]

So so so moving, she transported everyone into another place. Such a special performer

[@LizCallaway]

Thanks for watching my videos and your kind words.

[@princepeterwolf]

@@LizCallaway Thank you for existing and sharing your voice with the world, it truly is a better place with you in it. You inspire me and comfort me so so much.

[@Gary_Jaffe]

I never get tired of hearing you sing this (or anything else for that matter). Yours is a voice that has so many wonderful elements - sweetness, purity of tone, power, emotion, depth - I'm a huge fan. I'm a friend of Todd Graff's (I met you BRIEFLY many years ago) - I will send this to him today, he'll love it. xo

[@jimwebber1900]

So great to see the "Baby" folks on "Stars" show...I'm afraid I got weepy. So lovely!

[@DiscoverMeTV]

I love this so much, Liz! I watched the Facebook live BABY reunion Wednesday night... and it made my heart sing! 🎶❤️🎶 I played Lizzie in college, and it is absolutely one of my favorite memories... I loved hearing all the stories from all of you about bringing the show to life. I laughed and cried... It was pure joy! I love BABY. I love your voice. You singing “The Story Goes On” and “What Could Be Better?” and “Two People in Love” - and your voice as Anastasia... You have been a huge part of the soundtrack of my life. And what a wonderful soundtrack it is... Thank you! Your performance on the Merv Griffin Show is amazing. ❤️ It’s the kind of performance I’ll keep coming back to whenever I could use a pick-me-up!

[@LizCallaway]

Thanks so much for your kind words and for watching the Baby reunion!

[@mtlee43]

GORGEOUS!!

[@imoo6008]

The best!

[@andybiddle6236]

Saw you with Ann in Indianapolis. Big fan of you two.

[@alexsharpemusic]

Sensational! the mark of control and skill is in how effortless you made this sound and look. Bravo!!! big fan of yours! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@LizCallaway]

Thanks Alex!

[@valeriesheehy6603]

OK. My record is perfect. How long ago did we meet? 40 years or so? And I cannot hear you sing that without the tears flowing down my face!!! SOOOOO beautiful, Liz!!

[@IceAintNice]

Liz your first hosting gig was fantastic. Congratulations 🎉 The Story Goes On is more resonant now than ever! ❤️❤️❤️

[@jeffnally3127]

...timeless...marvelous.

[@jhc18823]

And there's add telling me you'll be in Bucks County in June!?! Would love to see you live again!

[@jaycee330]

Thanks for posting this after SITH show, Liz.

[@uncoolartist358]

Oh goodness thank you so much for uploading!!

[@robinasuwolcaliforniasafes331]

Always phenomenal❤️❤️❤️

[@rwhorton44]

Thrilling!!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@fletcherhc653]

Bravo!!

[@alasq25]

Seriously love this clip! 👏👏👏🤯

[@BroadwayLatinBear]

I get chills.❤️

[@DiscoverMeTV]

Me too!!

[@maregirl3550]

I love this so much! Happy Birthday! XOXO

[@LizCallaway]

Thank you!!!

[@Chorus300]

This is amazing

[@richjansen1293]

Masterclass performance - bravo X

[@LizCallaway]

Thank you Rich.

[@ladidadida5054]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@thaikovskyvalladolid2973]

Such a beautiful voice...a sui generis....

[@thaikovskyvalladolid2973]

Big heart too for you liz....thanks for showcasing your God given talent to the world....fan from philippines

[@AllenKlein]

I designed The Merv Griffin show when it was broadcast from New York City.

[@LizCallaway]

How cool!

[@bernieappugliese2029]

Still not sure why she doesn't have a Tony for this role... just sayin'

[@KJBigBelter]

Liz! Had you sung it many times with a hand held at this point? Or was it totally odd and off-putting to hold a mic? You'd never know if it was but I'm so curious... You singing this song still absolutely kills me. I've heard other OVER sing it , God love'm they just don't touch your interpretation. xo

[@LizCallaway]

I think it was my first time singing it with a handheld mic!

[@grahamplace6234]

in Russia with Love 🥰🥰🥰