Mavis Staples: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert From The Archives

[@PRODUCEDBYKEV]

Two minutes in, I know I'll be watching this many, many times. I've absolutely LOVED 'Auntie Mavis' since 1970.

[@gm692000us]

I saw the name and dang near broke my finger, clicking so fast.. 🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️🔥

[@musicfan8253]

Same

[@JoeDonFan]

Yep.

[@PRODUCEDBYKEV]

Me Too!!!

[@PeaM-cq3gv]

Staples Singers: Pops (Roebuck), Mavis, 78, b Pervis, Cleotha, Yvonne "I'll take you there, Let's do it again, Respect yourself" - love love; just bought "Wattstax Dvd", to see them live. Representing her family with the same tenacity, dignity, enthusiasm, and loyalty - Mavis, I will hear your voice in my head and (ears) forever! Keep doin' what you do, never tire of your hooks and intonations.

[@darikfoerster]

This woman is a national treasure. God bless her.

[@expressivenature9079]

The legendary and Iconic Mavis Staples gosh that voice

[@krissmgvlogs]

70 years old here. Sings better than 99% of performers around today! Living legend.

[@gloriawright4105]

Mavis Staples was 81 years old when she did the Tiny Desk Concert 🎶 ♥ Legendary

[@lovie2000]

@@gloriawright4105 she was 71 in the video....her tiny desk performance was recorded in 2010, she was born in 1939

[@avril14thlove]

My college a cappella group got to sing her happy birthday in 2014; what a passionate, real, amazing woman she is. It was a supreme pleasure meeting her.

[@ColleenZapf]

I love this woman!! Keep singing Mavis!!

[@rickraymo1319]

Mavis. Mavis. Mavis. She is absolutely glorious!

[@gailjones9229]

Mavis is still doing it that soulful sound we all love!

[@rickraymo1319]

I feel so lucky to have had her voice live, with Pops, and family. I have been so happy that she has used her glorious voice for truth all of her life. She is a big part my universe. I am thankful.

[@JessanDunnOtis]

Her smile is joy-filled. Her voice and soul are blessings. Thank you, again and as always, Mavis Staples.

[@simplydee4522]

Jessen Dunn Otis. I agree with you. Her voice takes you on a journey.

[@ccth22]

So true

[@nancylowry6207]

How can you not love Mavis Staples!! What an absolute treasure! So much joy in her soul! God bless you sweet Mavis!

[@paullombard478]

With the passing of John Lewis, a perfect timing to showcase Mavis. The Staples Singers were instrumental in bringing MLK's message forward as they traveled together in the 60's.

[@sylvainswift3234]

Mavis is a gem, so is NPR!

[@marthacain1468]

Mavis, You're not Alone~What a blessed soul of song...

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!

[@laurabook9492]

She is a underrated singer who I believe has a voice of the greatest quality, purity, soul, sincerity and love that compares to the truly greats...Garland, Presley, Streisand, Franklin, that surely she would be included into that pantheon of greats.

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!

[@patsyjohnson2064]

My favorite singer.

[@49ccMopedWorld]

I do not think she still is, nor ever was underrated but that is my personal opinion. She sure is one of the greatest singers ever up till now yesss!

[@naninaghelfi6036]

Check out the Staple Singers! She ain‘t underated… ❤

[@hughphillips1427]

Far better than the likes of Aretha Franklin.

[@ekajatiful]

I love everything. Her voice, her song choices, her realness, her total lack of diva quality in spite of being a legend.

[@jeffreyharte]

Every human being needs to hear Mavis. Who else will tell you the truth with so much love in her eyes but her?

[@anjaliverghis2973]

Mavis (+ the Staple Singers) are amazing but Rick does an amazing job filling in for the inimitable Pops. Great combo here. Beautiful

[@sylvainswift3234]

You're right.

[@daisyvanderhorst]

I don't believe in God.. 10 minutes later... Clapping and stamping my feet.. Screaming hallelujah! God bless Mavis!

[@WKKP1023]

That's that soul in her voice that gets you. It's a beautiful thing! That's love...

[@jacobclark8511]

She told you she'd take you there.

[@daisyvanderhorst]

@@jacobclark8511 Somebody help me now! 😂

[@mildmanneredscorp]

Very nice! I feel so alone the most of the time. It’s nice to hear this song. You’re not alone. I love, I’ll take you there.

[@keepcalmandcarryon8934]

Wowww... Deep voice, lovely soul, great lady. ..! "Merci", from France.

[@cflo1023]

Met her once! Nice and personable. Full of pure SOUL and love.

[@Elpuma1374]

I've never heard her singing and now I know what I've been missing: Mavis Staples voice. Indeed she has such a beautiful soul. Thank you for the entertainment today. Stay healthy everybody.

[@AdrianPrath]

She is *AMAZING*

[@ernestinemcclure1474]

Heard “Gotta Make a Change “ on a Commercial this morning. Went t Google to Utube. It was Ms. Marvis. I have been listening to it on a loop all day. The old Boogie Woogie sound. Get it Gurl. Love it Love it. Thank you Ms. Marcus

[@cassandrathomas06]

Love Ms. Mavis Staples. I listen to her music at least once/week. Pops would be so proud of you

[@nastystew6942]

Mavis Staples legendary!!!

[@MuzikPerson]

She’s so adorable, I wanna give her a hug! And I love her voice 💜

[@chrismoisidis1484]

Words can never explain how amazing Mavis Staples is WOW 💯

[@stargazer1359]

They were adorable performing together....Loved this 💜🎙💜🎼💜🎸💜

[@ericfricke4512]

Real American music. Mavis is a legend! And a Tele always sounds great in good hands.

[@BabyTey15673]

This was a phenomenal performance. What an icon 👏😍👏

[@AuthorLPBalkcom]

I remember as a young girl, hanging out at the Studio on 103rd St. in Chicago, whenever Mavis saw me she'd say, "Here comes the Messiah!" Yvonne, Mavis's sister, was my friend/mentor. RIP

[@RussianBassPlayer]

What a touching moment

[@nancyfielding3707]

So she was just a young un of 70 when she did this. Man. What a force. She's just amazing.

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!

[@OneDogRescue]

her voice is one of a kind.....its soooooo good!! And 100% down to earth despite being one of the best ever!!! Love her!

[@PentameronSV]

0:33 - *Only the Lord Knows* (4:22 / 4:36) 5:51 - *You Are Not Alone* (10:43) 11:41 - *I'll Take You There* (13:21)

[@stiksandstones]

Just bought tickets to Gary Clark Jr at redtocks, where Mavis will perform before his show-can't wait

[@sylvielopez2686]

Tank you very much for sharing Mavis Staples she so great singer en vitality with big heart, tank you very much tiny desk merci beaucoup

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!

[@adonai71100]

Yessss Auntie Mavis sounding great as always 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@eds6889]

One word... Soulful

[@ezpic2]

Love, love, love YOU MAVIS!♥️ Thank you for this repost!

[@turnerlucy]

What a legend! Love her so much. Just a beautiful, beautiful woman and astonishing talent x😊

[@ezpic2]

Love, love, love YOU MAVIS!♥️ Thank you for this repost NPR!

[@munyamubaiwa4313]

I have listened to her music since the 80s when my sister worked for a record company and would get sample records. She got me the Only for the Lonely vinyl and I was hooked as a 10 year old. She is a treasure for sure. Love you Mavis from Zimbabwe Africa.

[@Yipe-gm1wp]

Freaking awesome. Such a soulful voice.

[@MattMusicianX]

These lyrics are THE TRUTH

[@123squonk]

I love you Mavis !!! You are my favorite !!! Long live sweetheart !

[@debbiebaker2112]

Thank you, thank you thank you ! I saw this and squealed! I love your voice Mavis!

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!

[@chorrellpique4057]

I paused “Suits” and poured myself a whiskey to listen to this. What a woman!

[@harrisonbates559]

She is my absolute FAVORITE-thank you so much for this!!!

[@Islandgirl2133]

That voice! Love you Miss Mavis💞

[@DustinJJ98]

*tiny desk big voice*

[@c.r.harris]

🙏🏽Still resonating & resounding with ✅truth & soul✅ this Sunday morning - 26 July 2020. Thank you, NPR Music, for selecting & sharing Ms. Mavis Staples’ message today !

[@locddenturedandblack5569]

The Queen. Chicago stand up.

[@jonasvm]

"i started looking at all these friendly faces and i got lost in the faces, and the smiles" - mavis

[@BenjiMordino]

Just wonderful. Mavis is the best.

[@Idogomusic]

Thank you, NPR for this

[@ezpic2]

“Only the Lord knows, and HE ain’t You!”🎶🎶

[@janices6140]

Loved her when she sang with her family, and I still love Miss Mavis! Guitar player is cool, too.

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!

[@Tupelohoney1692]

A living legend, icon, and queen.

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!

[@twally87]

how on EARTH was this never published yet?! Mavis is a legend of American music.

[@aldaley3537]

Mavis takes you back there!!

[@rocknrolla1874]

Always on tour with peace and love 🙏🏽 my lady

[@Henry8VIII8]

I was so glad to see her featured on RTJ4

[@talyobirdsey]

beautiful tone from the tele

[@mariane.baptiste]

Gente, cliquei achando que era a Alcione! Amei ainda sim. Arrasa Mavis 🤗💕

[@SJ-dm3eb]

That Voice just Amazing love her.

[@mrmjking_]

the tone omg 🔥

[@RichLeduc]

Incredible, just incredible. She is my hero. It's like Rick inherited Pops' hands, he has a great feel.

[@marytrudell3388]

Wonderful music! Mavis certainly can bring it!!

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!

[@v7erik1]

you're so adorable... human... the both of you... thanks 💚💚🍀💚💚

[@jamesingram3752]

Mavis is one of gods gifts to this world…..

[@davidmedina615]

Es un momento dificil de mi vida, creas o no creas en una deidad, pedi mucho a dios que me ayudara y en ese preciso momento vi este video y escuché esta música. Hoy y para siempre este video sera como mi oda a la vida. Gracias NPR MUSIC, SE QUE NO HABLAN ESPAÑOL PERO SIEMPRE ENTREGAN VIDEOS Y MÚSICA DE CALIDAD. GOOD LIFE FOR EVERYBODY AND ONLY THING EVERYBODY NEED IS THE HAPPINES, GO FOR IT!.

[@louisjudamonzonfrausto859]

Ánimo, y como dice la segunda rola que cantó Mavis, no estás sólo, luz y fuerza hasta donde quiera que estés ✌️

[@고혈압무분할]

First 10 seconds I could feel awesomeness

[@lauravalor5043]

Mavis Mavis Mavis! Amazing vocals as always!

[@OCRATHLETE]

CBS sunday morning brought me here. Have a Blessed 80th Birthday celebration, Ms. Mavis

[@nedj10]

Now Tiny Desk should revisit two previous Tiny Desk performers who have since recorded together as a new single performance, that being the wonderful Ms. Staples and her favorite Irishmen, Hozier.

[@amandafeliciano542]

YASSSSSS

[@amandafeliciano542]

She is the most adorable thing ever, bring her back with Hozy, as she calls him lol

[@zaneridings3789]

That would be awesome!

[@suttlestress]

Man, so need to hear her, makes me feel a lil less lonley!! Thanks RTJ for putting me on to Mavis!

[@theband7415]

Awesome Thanks Stay Blessed!!

[@alexlippard2360]

Mavis Staples proving some things get better with age.

[@martinobrien7110]

THE LEGEND .

[@hilmarwensorra1215]

A real HAPPY 83th Birthday to the ONE & ONLY Mrs. Mavis Staples and really ALL the best to her (2022-0710).

[@treyg201500]

Man, I've got to see this Mavis girl! Got to call a play, do an end around this covid/omicron stuff, and score a touchdown to see her!

[@qigongandthemartialarts3273]

I love that first song

[@H247-k4f]

Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@snovakattack1]

"Only the Lord Knows" resonating in 2020

[@anthonywhite2960]

Goosebumps

[@dannyfisher1099]

I could just imagine Pop on the guitar, definitely a Staples feel.

[@_DivineTruth_is_Home_]

Thank you ❤

[@lala7505]

I love her sm. Seeing this made me happy :)

[@FnLn55]

Fabulous! Y'all have a good day now.

[@lynnwilliams1882]

Love Mavis forever!

[@LNZROCKS]

The World's Best ✨🏆✨

[@larrybutler8965]

You’re not alone sounds like a Jimi Hendrix song just touch me with that soulful voice.. That young on that guitar reminds of Steve Cropper from Booker T And the MG’s.. Mavis you took me away…LB February 2022

[@paulfletcher3998]

What a beautiful soul.

[@tonydeltablues]

Yesss!!

[@lilraisin]

Sing Mavis!

[@TheVigilantStewards]

Wow the first two songs must have been written ten years in advance for 2020

[@over50veganplantlife89]

I know that’s right.

[@SiyaMedia]

I know a place... and mama Mavis Staples makes it alright with the world

[@owensechrist1315]

How did I reach age 49 without discovering this wonderful musician and person???

[@roseopheliashepherd8379]

I thought there was a backup singer on the first note, her voice is that rich

[@gregnormal55.]

Hello!!! How are you doing today! Please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan!....Stay safe!!!