Chappell Roan: Tiny Desk Concert

[@nprmusic]

🛑Do YOU want to play a Tiny Desk Concert?🛑 The 11th annual Tiny Desk Contest is NOW OPEN!!! 🎉 The winner will play their very own Tiny Desk concert, go on tour with NPR Music and more.⁠ Enter now!⁠ ⁠ Unsigned artists:⁠ 1. Record a video of yourself playing 1 original song - behind a desk⁠ 2. Upload your video to KZbin⁠ 3. Submit at npr.org/tinydeskcontest by Feb. 10⁠th 2025.

[@mullarky]

no thanks, you're woke.

[@percyjackson52]

Hello everyone! I did the makeup for this. thank you so much for the love. I’m so happy you guys love it

[@brittgonz]

Beautiful work! I’m in awe!

[@britneyanddiannebeals-gigu7225]

You are AMAZING seriously!! What did you use for the white foundation? It’s incredible!

[@misosaltee]

I adore the clown vibe eye makeup on the guitarist directly behind the vocalist 😻

[@queerkyra2684]

Looked you up on Insta you’re incredibly talented 🙌

[@Jacob-wt8kq]

werkkkkk

[@EurydiceAllAlong]

I cannot wait for the day Chappell gets to be a guest judge on Drag Race

[@momomo0805]

i want SGUMG to be the lip sync for your life song!!!

[@gabalainaruiz]

@@momomo0805this is exactly how i envisioned it the first time i heard it 😭

[@jackiecozzie4803]

soooo many good lipsync choices too!!! Hot to go or pink pony club come to mind especially

[@li2386]

​@@jackiecozzie4803HOT TO GO WOULD EATTTTT

[@xCloudbox]

I think her and Maddy Morphosis look similar! Something about their eyes and smile.

[@EdwardoEdwardo-d2w]

I'm old, I'm straight, I'm male, and Chappell Roan is still somehow ruling my world.

[@The_Mad_End]

Same. I turn 50 next week, and I’m so hyped for her show I’m going to in June.

[@JennyAmos]

slay

[@nob6023]

real

[@kr9807]

Straight female in my late 40s and same!

[@jones4051]

Same here, brother

[@coolbro6969]

its always tiny desk concerts where i realize "ooh THATS why people like this artist"

[@peacefulkevin10]

LOL

[@paulagodebrito]

no, bc thats so true. tiny desk always manage to show the artists at their best aaaa a playful and relaxed environment where they can sing their hearts out I LOVE IT

[@coolbro6969]

@@paulagodebrito fr. when i saw taylor swift tiny desk i realized.. wow shes actually an absolute professional and extremely well rehearsed and a great songwriter.

[@candymandy]

Same lol

[@keeganherbert2654]

Same here.

[@LazySchmaisey]

She is bringing back the camp that is being a popstar and I am so very much here for it.

[@anitapricecheck9554]

much needed

[@elixtirr2611]

I agree! Gaga used to be camp but....now she has achieved mainstream popstar fame. Roan brings new, fresh energy to the scene.

[@monsternationpawsup]

Have you seen her last videos? Her recent red carpet?​ Lol this girl has some make-up nothing close @@xviilix

[@venturewithluis7113]

@@xviilixYes. Waiting eagerly for LG7.

[@Youmakesickkkkkk]

@@xviilixto say Gaga doesn’t care about visuals anymore is insane that whole chromatica album was camp down… 😂

[@rauldeju4638]

the lipstick on the teeth, the matching eyeshadows, the insane wig- she's one of the most "committed to the visuals" gen z artists out there!!!!!!!

[@sirchessic]

Her videos are amazing. Super high concept and at the same time goofy. What an artist.

[@razzman2987]

😂😂😂

[@poindexterorozco]

I love her bc she's not trying to be "pretty." She's succeeding at being art.

[@pedrocruz4409]

There is no way you can try to make gen z sound cool in any way

[@staydreaminbeatz]

So Gimmicks are your thing gotcha

[@oknupa]

This was my intro to Chappell Roan and I will never be the same

[@halodeer]

Welcome friend :D

[@starknit]

this was my cultural reset

[@crubip2976]

For real, me too and her music immediately feels like an old friend

[@Emily-gx6dd]

SAME 2 min in and I was CHANGED

[@katiehoward5116]

Same. My mind is completely blown.

[@CaseyCashMusic]

Hi there, professional audio engineer/musician here… the engineers deserve the world for how insanely good these mixes are! Just know dudes, it doesn’t go unnoticed. Unsung heroes 🙌

[@Jello_Riggz]

Hi there, not a professional audio engineer/musician here... The unsung heroes, I noticed them!! And here for it!!

[@roberthart1957]

NPR literally has the best techs in the world for Tiny Desk

[@lorenmorgan1931]

I was too, and yes this team have totally mastered mixing analog in a digital world.

[@angi216]

666th like woooooooo

[@ingridiversen7739]

tiny desk has the best sound every.single.time.

[@Steelpen]

I am 51. Took my daughter to see Olivia Rodrigo with absolutely zero knowledge of her opener, Chappelle Roan. And now I can’t stop listening and just found this and was blown away again. She will be headlining arenas very soon. Now, back to my 80’s music where I belong.

[@o3w3ooc63]

listen to her new song! I feel like its her best and very nostalgic

[@garlandgrace321]

You sound like a great dad

[@timenianeznaesh]

Wow gramps u like her huh?

[@Steelpen]

@@timenianeznaesh😘

[@cryptochrome3090]

You belong here too! It’s great to find new artists

[@oopsgirl44]

I genuinely love how batshit and unhinged she's getting

[@poindexterorozco]

Closest thing to 2011 Gaga we have 😊

[@oopsgirl44]

@@poindexterorozco sooo trueee ahh 🥰

[@mallorykrumrei7338]

drag really brings out her confidence you can tell 🥹💞 i’m so proud of her

[@paleggett1897]

🫸🏽❤️🫷🏾

[@Rick.Grayson]

She’s added some classic Cyndi Lauper mannerisms this show.

[@jamiegoodson3365]

the backup singer is FIERCE

[@ananyasahay]

totally !! I love her

[@hsfbhfsbfsb]

shes on spotify under Mia Pfirrman

[@jessiepare8043]

Came here looking for more of these comments. She was amazing

[@BlakeSilva]

period!!!

[@perryjones7771]

Sis was SINGING THE HOUSE DOWN.

[@saramandura]

Many will not understand this historical event

[@udsnoentienden]

It’ll be referenced in stan history forever for sure.

[@rachelmarlett2771]

amen

[@jenni8032]

It's like 1920s meets 2020s.

[@tanyasharadamba1264]

Pretty sure every Lunachicks fan understands 💖💖💖💖💖

[@marsjade-rr6sv]

I WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AFTER THIS AHJHGSK

[@OBecs]

The person who gasped when she announced Pink Pony Club? I hear you. You are so valid

[@lizjizify]

Me if I was there

[@sarahbotsch-mcguinn1113]

like, me too girl

[@rakiurakiwi]

I thought that was Chappell herself gasping before announcing it?

[@David-hj6en]

that wasnt someone gasping. A mic wouldnt have picked that up, definitely her taking a deep breath

[@Karnevale]

​@@David-hj6en get better headphones nerd, multiple gasps were heard when she announced picture this.

[@clowndaughter]

SAVE ME CHAPPELL ROAN TINY DESK

[@greyscale13.]

REAL

[@wynn6240]

WE HAVE BEEN SAVED

[@0rangeZest]

SAVE ME

[@melisverycool888]

my thoughts exactly

[@Bubs_Underscore]

real

[@angelareeves5563]

I feel like she chose songs to showcase the INSANE skill of her band as well as her own. Iconic.

[@syra1541]

basically my fav songs of hers too omg

[@aidarkhusainov8985]

That’s what tiny desk is for: to see and hear artist for the first time and fall in love on the spot

[@stevekinde8663]

It worked I can't stop watching. Wish it was longer.

[@anyacarter3077]

exactly! saw clips circulating on Instagram, had to watch the whole thing and now she's all I've been listening to for a week. phenomenal voice

[@Laura.Luminary]

I had heard clips of her songs on TikTok but really didn't get her until watching this. Now I understand it - Chappell Roan is a drag queen! Love all the details from the cigarette in the wig, the lipstick on the teeth, the smudged mascara on the band and their pink leopard tops... This is art!

[@lee32476]

I love that on Bob’s way out he’s boosted so many great acts. I’d definitely heard of her before, but this concert made me hear what a monster she is, immediately a fan. That band is so great too.

[@plainforgiven]

I so agree! I am spending the next few hours going through Tiny Desk videos from the latest video back. First time that I am listening to Roan, and I really like her music. Such a gem of a find. Separately, I also love that Tiny Desk is inviting bands that made my 90s glorious like The Magnetics Fields and Sleater-Kinney. Cannot wait to see what other legends come on! Tiny Desk, can I just express my deep love for the entire team! 💜💜💜💜💜 I had to do this big thank you somewhere in one of the Tiny Desk videos. Hope the Tiny Desk team sees this! 💜💜💜

[@m00nrac00n]

Her art really resonates with me. She combines LGBT-Themes, Drag, those warm Midwestern Vocal Stylings and just colorful catchy production. Really so out there, theatrical and vibrant. Raw and unfiltered lyrics just round it out perfectly to me.

[@mountainhandle]

PERFECT description.

[@doublefeature]

plus the 80s and early 00s influence.

[@alexkenley1]

nailed it

[@sarahl4384]

Yeah she is perfect Missouri

[@alexisnewton1733]

Reminds me of what jojo sows thinks she’s doing as a performer lolll

[@Sasasayayaya]

Theres literally no other artist that makes me cry out of purely being excited for their wins the way she does. So glad shes getting her flowers

[@samnelius]

literally i got emotional before i even watched the video :') she's going places and it's sooo deserved!!!

[@raissasuwardhono]

yes omg!

[@holysmokephotography3146]

I also cried 🫠

[@FaebyBoy]

The tears did not stop this whole performance. 😭🥹🫶🏼🎉

[@jeffgorrie]

Felt this comment in my soul 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹

[@zeegeejay]

This specific look of Chappell's was my Halloween costume. My boyfriend was dressed up as a pink pony. It was so much fun being you for a night Ms. Roan!

[@MrRedberd]

You have a boyfriend that cares about you very much.

[@erinh.1236]

I feel like I’m experiencing what Tswift fans do when they listen her and I’m shaking omg

[@camryn5709]

I think loving the artist as a person as well as their music adds so much dimension to being a fan 🥲

[@Fucorii]

So real! As a swiftie and Chappell Roan fan

[@biancabriggs]

This is SO accurate. After the first song, I was like "Ooooohhhhh! *This* is what my daughter feels when she listens to a Taylor Swift song." I had never heard of Chappell Roan until this Tiny Desk. She's gained a new huge fan!!

[@Sassy_Princess]

Swifty here. Her song Coffee hits me in the feels every time💖🫠😔

[@Befrankwithme]

Right

[@saggywaggy]

the lipstick on her teeth, the wig, the fan and cell phone, the PINK and her playfull attitude... this is chappell at her finest WE LOVE HERRRRR

[@chocokat97]

Her voice really shines when she’s not running all over stage. She also gives me a similar excitement to watching lady Gaga rise to stardom. It’s exciting to have a pop girl like this

[@applemnster6309]

Couldn’t agree more. I disliked watching her concert performances she did last year, but this is really very special.

[@christibradford8499]

This is pop?? Omg…feels like the white version of soul, to me. 🤣🤣 I never liked pop because it feels so darn vapid. Maybe I get to listen more…cause this is beautiful music! So real. Honest. I feel like she is me. 🤣💕🥺🙏🏾

[@sophiasusana7803]

Yes pop gets such a bad rep but it doesn’t deserve it

[@VEGAS-NERVE]

@@christibradford8499most "pop" that gets overplayed on the radio is just one type of pop. Pop music can actually be really good and doesn’t need to sound watered down

[@BrynnaLayne]

@@VEGAS-NERVE I think when artists get to write things that they're actually excited and passionate about, pop music can be great. Stuff made to be overplayed on the radio is usually lame and feels shallow

[@Kb0montty2]

I know everyone is so focused on her aesthetics, and it's amazing. I don't see enough people talking about her songwriting, and absolute vocal dominance. Her music has healed so much pain in my life, and it had NOTHING to do with her outfit. I don't even have tiktok or anything. Her music just speaks to me.

[@gabriellemcintosh9390]

she’s gonna get a grammy nom for best new artists i can feel it

[@raynacarraway440]

Unfortunately I don't think she'll be up for Midwest Princess next year since Dan Nigro was nominated/won for producing her and Olivia's songs this past Grammys, but if she doesn't win the first time she is properly nominated I'm gonna riot 😤

[@RA-ud2cx]

No the cutoff date for eligibility last year was Sept 15, 2023 and the album was released the following week. The album would be a part of consideration for next year’s awards. Any songs released prior to the album can be reconsidered for the eligibility period in which the album was released.

[@raynacarraway440]

@@RA-ud2cx Omg really?! That's fantastic news, thank you for correcting me!! She's got a best new artist nom in the bag then 😄

[@TheRealESKATEAgent]

She’s gonna win that award! 💯

[@marsjade-rr6sv]

no like i NEED THIS 2 HAPPEN🤩 like i will riot and also come back too this vid and BAWL if she wins with how far she's come since Pink Ponk Club 🥺and this album if she WINS @@raynacarraway440

[@sophie2000ish]

I USED TO PRAY FOR TIMES LIKE THESE

[@letsalllovelein]

RIGHT???? GOD I FEEL LIKE SUCH A PROUD COUSIN RN

[@Oomfstar]

Our new lady Gaga ❤

[@letsalllovelein]

@@Oomfstar Both of them are irreplaceable!!

[@RockoBonilla]

@@letsallloveleinyou are related to her?

[@davidlagattutajr.271]

Yasssssss🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@taliafrazer]

I have watched this so many times like a transfixed toddler watches cocomelon

[@Quimquat]

Hyperfixations transcend our tally of trips around the this sun

[@ashlynwallace11]

I choked on my Dr Pepper

[@P__114]

Massive lol

[@maurabenson4250]

MEEEE

[@P__114]

I liked her until I found out she’s anti-LGBTQ

[@Weiner-Worm]

There is something absolutely magical about her. She really reaches across age, gender, race, etc and unites people in a way we so badly need right now.

[@amycarlson4272]

Yes!

[@danabelles9272]

Like Prince! And David Bowie!

[@quinndarr8943]

Chappel is literally one of my favorite singers ever, but honestly I came down here to say that the violinist NAILED pink pony club. The amount of talent in this room is astounding

[@katiek2798]

Talented band! The pure girl power at the end of Red Wine Supernova gave me chills! (Edited to correct the name of the dang song! 🤦🏻‍♀️😅)

[@Oomfstar]

SAME

[@leahscrivs]

@@katiek2798Champagne Supernova, ah yes my fav song by Oasis but I also like Red Wine Supernova by Chappell Roan too!! 😅💜

[@katiek2798]

@@leahscrivs 😳😅🤪🤦🏻‍♀️ Thanks

[@BasuraVidz]

You came down ALLLLLLLLLL the way over here to the deep corners of the comment section? I salute you, young traveler, that is a distance not many are willing to travel.

[@letsalllovelein]

Starting off with casual is the best introduction that I could fathom.

[@MeloniousThunk]

When she dropped the Casual video (which is a masterpiece), KZbin served it to me in “suggested for you” and I’ve been obsessed with her ever since. She’s an astounding talent and it’s been so heartwarming to see her talent be rewarded again and again this last year. Go Chappel!🎉

[@Hashbrownpasta]

@@MeloniousThunkexactly how I found her! Clicked on that video then found myself crying over the visual masterpiece/storytelling. Loved her since lol

[@chrisocchietti5051]

The live versions of these songs are SIGNIFICANTLY better than the recorded versions - the vocals, the arrangements, the strings.

[@rudyr9524]

Right! Her voice really shines here

[@meowmaster6723]

I really hope they get a live version on spotify!!

[@miasmith6835]

10000% agree

[@lasagnahog7695]

Oh my god yes. I prefer live studio recordings like this to begin with but it doesn't suit everyone. It really ratchets up my love for an artist when they perform live so well.

[@GuyunZhongli-ow4ti]

pink pony club sounds better in here its insane

[@miltonblipp]

As an old guy, you all gotta understand... The last ~15 seconds of this Red Wine Supernova performance are seriously historic. So many talented musicians supporting her in solidarity throughout the show, but that moment is no doubt a highlight. Up there with any historic Unplugged moment, tbh. To me, that small bit of all the girls harmonizing legitimately does symbolize a beautiful, watershed moment. Chappell's voice and performance shines through so genuinely throughout the set. Her backing band do every musical bit justice, too. So much talent in one room. I wish them all the luck and longevity

[@miltonblipp]

Wait, maybe last ~30 seconds... or wait, maybe last ~50 seconds

[@usedfuzzbox]

I really do hope that every single one of these ladies is truly living the best life possible!!

[@foxmfilms]

her breath control is insane! she can be dramatic and theatric and it never bleeds into her vocal performance

[@oliviaburd3]

I kept thinking about the lipstick on the teeth which almost looked like a faux lipstick teeth mouth guard. Whatever it was, she sang like it was nothing!

[@Craftypianopanda12]

i was thinking this

[@ChloeSinkler]

she does cardio vocal training! plays a crazy large role for her theatrics and its amazing

[@annajane7860]

@@oliviaburd3 the lipstick on the teeth was purposeful! the makeup artist confirmed it!

[@Magnetar_Haunt]

She has really good control over her vocal breaks too, it reminds me of The Cranberries and Alanis Morrissette.

[@alstroemeria3403]

i love popstars who can sing and write at the same time like UGH

[@camille.4301]

ME TOO

[@dreamyvolcano3272]

yeah, I love Fiona Apple for that!!

[@wholeshebang1]

Saying _UGH_ about something means it is *_awful,_* not good.

[@hawleyolsen170]

@@wholeshebang1 It used to be that way. Definitely no longer the case in some subcultures.

[@avathetransfemme]

​@@wholeshebang1 not really

[@jpalarchio]

Tiny Desk is what MTV Unplugged was in the 90s. Love it.

[@acapituzinha]

Literally im always falling in love with artists i hhad never seen before (really im shocked i never paid attention to chappel roan before she is everything)

[@jeanbot]

I think it’s better

[@TheNowhereMan0]

​@@jeanbotMe too

[@BAM420time]

I JUST SAID THAT!!!❤❤❤

[@bigballzs]

now its as big as a desk can get

[@allisonmoore6700]

I am back seven months later to say Chappell was my favorite artist this year hands down.

[@biohazardouswaste6589]

tell me about it I've got comments on here from 4 months ago 🤣

[@wrockinmaddie]

the cigarette in the wig...... nobody is doing it like Her

[@dixiech1ck]

Giving Amy Winehouse vibes. . .

[@Nunurbusinessp]

I literally came here just to give credit to the cig in the hair ❤ it’s everything

[@lasagnahog7695]

There's two to start off!

[@pizzanachos101]

no one said "cig in a wig" :(

[@wrockinmaddie]

@@pizzanachos101 cigarette in the wigarette

[@stevehilliard1495]

🤩 I am a old man that had no clue what to expect and I am so blown away by the entire ensemble and the talent of these musicians

[@L0veepanicc]

Love this comment😭💛

[@Cam-gu5rk]

you have fantastic taste sir!! welcome to the club💕

[@tobis2387]

this is adorable lol her music is amazing

[@graciemyerschalfant5055]

Love you Steve!!!

[@DanWhite-k3e]

Dude, me too! I stumbled onto this and all I can say is WoW

[@ckallaher]

I got a little weepy at the end of Red Wine Supernova, I don’t know why. The joy her band takes in playing these songs with her shows that she’s not only a great songwriter, singer and performer but a great bandleader as well, which is genuinely heartwarming to see.

[@zooh8017]

Me too, I’ve never heard of her before this but for some reason I burst out crying in the last bit of that song. There’s something so joyous and genuine about this whole tiny desk and it speaks to me straight through the screen. Definitely going to listen to her frequently after this

[@TheNinjapancake14]

I saw this comment thinking no way it could make someone this emotional. And here I am at the end with tears in my eyes. The joy is oozing out of them

[@ttro5606]

Her drummer Lucy is having such a blast the whole time

[@ashleyviquez5240]

i thought it was just me!!!!!

[@lasagnahog7695]

I loved when she broke character and laughed in the middle of the song. Super duper infectious.

[@jadecookie12]

The pause to look at the flip phone...amazing. All the little details littered around...She's such an artist. I love her and we need more singers like her

[@unexplainedbeef]

i will never get over the "i heard you like magic? i got a wand and a rabbit!" line. Like that is such a clever joke how did she think of that 😭

[@bxby_jala5313]

I don’t get it??? Pls explain 😭

[@claireredfieldgfie]

@@bxby_jala5313wand and rabbit are two popular styles of vibrators 😭😭

[@AmyAberrant]

OMG I JUST GOT IT ???

[@unexplainedbeef]

@@AmyAberrant HEHE ITS A SILLY DOUBLE SIDED LYRIC

[@billieonare1]

@@claireredfieldgfieOH-😭

[@robbiesmoonmusic]

I like how she only dresses like “Chappell” when she performs. In interviews she dresses without any of the glam. It makes this feel less like a persona for the sake of virality and marketing and more like a genuine passion project, an art piece just like for a drag queen.

[@alandanziger1660]

Shades of Bowie!

[@MajinSpook-ld9qi]

I love this comment :) so true!

[@andrewward4386]

There's an interview I read if hers where she said that she wants the first thing people think of when they hear Chappell Roan is drag queen

[@korva_puusti]

your observations are on point but I'm very confused how you came to that conclusion of authenticity.

[@monisolaolubuyimo6024]

@@korva_puustii was a little confused but i think they mean that chappell’s very artistic persona is kept separate from her “actual” persona in real life in a means to not cheapen it? where as other people would try to go viral and be dramatic 24/7 for the attention

[@shay195]

I don't remember watching a tiny desk performance that got as much love from the staff and audience present as this one did. It's such a joy to witness her growth and all the love she is receiving.

[@MightyTimYoung]

Gotta tell you, lots of tiny desk shows i just pass over but this one, well, I'm glad I stuck around.

[@iammealj]

I’m sure they had all the number one fans, family fiends of the all the band members there that could fit there. She said it was her Super Bowl. That says a lot! I’m already checking more of them out

[@tordre1]

Their excitement brings even more joy. Check out Lizzo's TDC too. People were so into it and it was super fun to see.

[@Eisley12]

@@tordre1Used to love Lizzo, but after being revealed as a terrible person by dozens of people, I can’t support her anymore.

[@WybornD40]

The upcoming one will be Soul Glo- first hardcore punk band they've ever had here, the energy from the crowd is crazyyyy but that's expected for a band of that genre- they get the credit for the first ever tiny desk push-pit lol

[@gregm5098]

She's a once in a generation voice and talent. She gives me Amy Winehouse, Stevie Nicks, Kate Bush and Florence Welch and even Freddie Mercury vibes. Outstanding.

[@kimberlyf6312]

And a little Tori Amos too!

[@PapaRich]

Reminds me of a modern day Cyndi Lauper

[@jlowens0114]

And Liz Phair. And I'm loving all of her!

[@Will0wisp_]

She actually covered “dreams” a couple years ago. It’s on youtube

[@michaels639]

Time will tell, but for now she is the new Lady Gaga.

[@jimmysams4058]

Violin taking the electric guitar part... Fire!

[@Emily-gx6dd]

Which song? This is my first time hearing her

[@jimmysams4058]

Pink Pony Club. Checkout the music video for that, it's fun!

[@caroraino]

Even with such an outlandish and campy aesthetic, she is SO authentic and talented. Queen is getting the recognition she deserves!!!

[@amylewis5830]

Yes!!!!

[@JamesBlonde95]

If NPR ever did vinyls of their tiny desk concerts, I would definitely get this one, and every other one 😅

[@bannermain4192]

They did Mac Miller. I hope to see others

[@Hippydaze35]

Is it possible to upvote this comment times a 1000. NPR definitely should put performances like this on vinyl. Would absolutely 👍 purchase it. Would also love to have The Smile’s performance on vinyl. Best of Tiny Desk series-talk about a great item for fundraising season: come on NPR, make it happen NPR!! Gonna post this separately so hopefully idea will get even more traction:)

[@Ren_zilla-12]

dodie put hers out on spotify and i've been praying for a vinyl ever since lol.

[@bluelightalarm]

This one and the Florence one!

[@feliciathegoat]

i'm pretty sure they pressed Mac Miller's as well as Fred Again's so there's definitely a chance

[@btbrotherton]

Just another middle aged straight dude here to say that this is freaking awesome.

[@hanalyzing]

Welcome 🤗

[@andreak9339]

ugh this type of stuff makes me so happy. :)))

[@JsRf13]

my sister passed away in January this year. it hurts stumbling onto these videos and thinking "I know she'll love this! I'll share it with her", only to be reminded that she can no longer receive it. Chappell has such an amazing style + character and her music is absolutely lovely; it reminds me of the special woman my sister was, so full of love, character, and killer style to boot. thank you for sharing your gift with the world Chappell.

[@hannahedwards8724]

Thank you for sharing that memory with us! I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@jennavesper9562]

Hugs

[@ICantHaveNiceThings]

I lost my sister too. I'm so sorry for your loss ❤

[@hollyfreya4]

sing this at the top of your lungs for her 🌸 you can still share songs with her, she’s part of you x

[@newshinything]

Unfortunately I know that feeling. 🖤

[@emilyannanderson7]

Millennial mom here. My 3 year doesn’t like the music I listen to but I was playing this and my daughter stopped to watch and listen. She asked me, “Who is that princess?” Just letting you know that that’s the highest compliment coming from my kid. Glad to have finally found music I can enjoy with my daughter. 💖

[@bunneepawzz]

that is so sweet omg

[@marielasalinas5491]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@OliviD]

she has taste 😘🤌

[@webgirl]

Show her Stevie Nicks!!!

[@lokithesly]

That's great!!

[@graciegalahad9258]

She’s Gen Z Cindy Lauper and I LOVE HER FOR IT. SHE’S SUCH AN ICON!!!

[@ReemadreeMonzur]

that’s so true!!!! she’s also like unhinged dolly parton?????

[@robotubetwob]

Little Bette Midler thrown in there too.

[@AvaNightingale]

She's a far better singer than Cindy but yes I can see her being this iconic!

[@Oomfstar]

More like Lady Gaga!

[@divinebovine]

She’s like if Cyndi and Kate Bush had a kid that Gaga occasionally babysat

[@molaxf]

california is such a beautiful song. tears every time

[@jabecker21]

You should look up the short clip of her singing the end of it at the Bowery Ballroom in 2022.

[@nikitashaitan9984]

Finally the world sees Chappell It’s been like 3 years of me showing her to my circle and now she’s blowing up

[@Mattyrodney]

Same. Our hard work is paying off.

[@RandyMacLeodon]

Why didn't you tell the rest of us! ;-)

[@RP-ws8fl]

I'm doing my part 🫡

[@beastshawnee]

well thanks to your hard work! My daughter just said “you have to listen to her! And she’s local-Willard.” We are in Springfield Mo but I have old connections to Willard.

[@LukeAlmanza]

having a violin player do all the guitar solos in pink pony club is so iconic

[@megank9355]

Yes!!! Incredible! Love the string ensemble and that violin slays!

[@KristofferSkjrestad]

It was awesome! I just wish the volume of the violin was louder in the mix.

[@motherdelaney]

I feel like her hyper femme sound, the all femme presenting band, all pink is everything. Like it makes me emotional??? 😭

[@katholeenloveit8923]

I feel it too!!!

[@omeletteokks]

same here

[@Ash-qk5iw]

Watching the livestream of her bonnaroo set had me crying, her music and art is so incredibly powerful and important. One of the greatest artists of our time right there, so cool to see!

[@ladyastralis]

Ditto

[@soandysirable]

i know what you mean 😭😭😭😭 it's so tender but also gut-wrenching

[@samhull9603]

"California" should have won a Grammy, along with the rest of that album.

[@igasulkowska625]

her singing style with occasional yodels and vocal breaks is so interesting and refreshing!!! such an underrated artist

[@OoPPlanet]

If you like that and got a heart for Indie Music you should try listen to Caroline Polachek!

[@Spoiledandsalty]

We were thinking the same thing! Both have insane vocal control

[@mxlazarus190]

she sounds BETTER live than on the album. That's insane.

[@samii5245]

it’s probably because her voice has matured sm! if u listen to her older stuff u can hear the GIGANTIC stylistic shift and how it’s changed 😩 she used to sing more “cursive” lol

[@Gee-xb7rt]

@@samii5245 the cursive is called coloratura mezzo soprano, its a vocal style that fell out of popularity. Coloratura styles used to be more popular, find an 80s version of Green Finch from Sweeny and you will see Joanna is supposed to be a shrieking caged bird, not whatever she was in the film. Nobody in music now is really doing coloratura, and I am here for it.

[@ravenrushing-kuntz4456]

@@Gee-xb7rtAlanis Morrisette

[@Gee-xb7rt]

@@ravenrushing-kuntz4456 i thought of a few after and now forgot them again, it is kind of an old school thing, now most singers are anthem belters if that.

[@rhettmitchell]

@@Gee-xb7rt those are just vocal fachs/categorizations for describing a singer’s vocal range or what their comfortable range is. You’re talking about diction, timbre/tone, and cadence

[@bigjmd4242]

No one has made this dramatic of a change yet. No one has made in her generation this extreme of a switch. And she is the first in the generation.

[@Ashley-qu1bc]

😂😂 at this quote

[@coll4455]

It’s so acceptable for Chappell

[@erinc5066]

Lololol

[@src3360]

Lafy gaga?

[@theDDutchie88]

​@src3360 jojo siwa (I hate that I know this lol)

[@oliviathompson9937]

Was gonna just take a peak at this, when it popped up in my feed, because I got housework to do … but found myself rooted to my spot completely enthralled by her and her music. She really is something else

[@saskie1339]

I live for the parents in the comments. Thank you so much for supporting your children, you all are such wonderful souls.

[@zanesmith2468]

EXACTLY THAT!!!!!!

[@maënastevenson]

fr my mom could never so it makes me emotional to see all these parents leaving comments

[@whipsmartchris]

@@saskie1339 That’s very kind! It’s been a joyful privilege (even the difficult times). ❤️

[@lalasings53]

we love our pink pony parents

[@whipsmartchris]

@@lalasings53 We love our bright, shiny, big-hearted and beautiful Pink Pony Kids! For all those who didn’t get the love and support every parent should have in abundance for their child, there are others in this world who will always cheer you on … wish you the best … congratulate your achievements and more. It’s not as fundamental as the missing parental support that leaves you feeling a bit lonely sometimes but it can get you through a bad day. I know when I’m feeling sad or hurt by my Dad’s choice that left me out in the cold, a virtual hug or a little applause- even from afar - can still warm that heartache. Chris Just a Dad from New Jersey

[@Nerd502]

We gotta shoutout the backup singer, Mia Pfirrman! HOLY COW! She was not PLAYING!!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@listerineclean343]

Yeah fr she was so into it, the whole crew was TBF such a nice thing to see

[@XAVIERGARZA143]

Holy cow I totally did not realize it was her. I LOOOOVED her on The Voice.

[@socksonhands_]

Of course she wasn't playing, she was singing (sorry 💀)

[@navideology]

❤

[@JenJac69]

She's in deep and believes!! Gorgeous!!

[@tegan6554]

The band having matching outfits and makeup is so so cute. I love that you can tell they're having fun

[@wholeshebang1]

It is tacky and childish.

[@bon_apetitties]

@@wholeshebang1 glad you're paying attention! that's exactly the whole point ^^

[@kathleenheck7910]

God, I LOVE HER! Her breath control is phenomenal, I have no idea how she does those pitch changes so flawlessly. It's just such a pleasure to watch her!

[@tsukinercua]

You mean, Femininomenal? 😂😅

[@OliviaBird-x3v]

@@tsukinercuaAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I WAS JUST ABOUT TO TYPE THAT AND THEN I SAW YOUR COMMENT!!!😂😂😂😂 but she is THE girl!!! Sorry if that first part came off a little strong 😂😂

[@kerramacdonald]

The intentional lipstick on her teeth and mascara runs are iconic.

[@paulmitchell9230]

Wait till you notice the cigarette....

[@holacomooduh]

​@@paulmitchell9230I SAW IT AS SOON AS I READ YOUR COMMENT 😭

[@kadinelindsayart]

This is the first time I’ve ever heart of this artist….but this is exactly what I want to see from musicians….BRING BACK CAMP

[@TerriBingham]

I agree. I've never seen this band before and I'm thunderstruck!

[@dixiech1ck]

Same

[@nirvasana]

well this is my first time ever listening to chapell roan and I'm crying

[@antoniarw]

same

[@atavrett89]

welcome :)

[@michellet22]

same

[@AndromedaSoul]

Me too ...wow

[@ASKSer79]

She feels familiar because we all were/are her

[@JamesHouser-p5r]

She's so unbelievably talented. I now see all the hype.

[@rebeccakilpatrick651]

My adult kid just saw Chappell's show in Seattle...I came home to share this Tiny Desk concert, and they said, "MOM! That's who I went to see last month! Isn't she amazing!" YES, this band is amazing. Thank you Chappell Roan and band. I am one of your biggest fans and I am 59!

[@k53ss22]

55 & just found her. so happy! she somehow gives same vibes of our 90s female lilith fair heroes

[@robnykulaik7337]

58 male heavy metal fan here. I love this talented group of beautiful ladies but Chappell is outstanding!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤🌹

[@employee5002]

So few people are age are able to still enjoy new music (as opposed to most, whose entire musical universe is limited to getting a nostalgia pleasure out of listening to the same music they were enjoying back in their high school or college days).

[@SA300]

70 and rock on Chappell and Cat Stevens.

[@romanasky6820]

I'm also 59 and I love her music so much. The band is amazing.

[@machisota]

the way she sounds exactly the same as the official audio, and sound even better live speaks volume of her as an artist. what an icon!!

[@paperclipster6923]

Right! I was blown away when I watched this. She has an incredible voice.

[@DrewReynolds]

@@paperclipster6923she really does and she's at the age where her voice is finally settling and allowing her to really control it without any fear and put power behind it. She's so well trained from Interlochen as well that she's got it in a safe place placement wise. Rare in pop. She's going to have an incredible career. Amazing voice, great writer, great dancer, trusts her look team to take risks, and has a refreshingly authentic personality.

[@tylerkinney3189]

disagree.. I think she sounds horribly offkey in this NPR recording.. honestly hard to listen to almost like nails on a chalkboard

[@cicicitron]

@@tylerkinney3189 not everything is off key. But she is definitely struggling with her vocals signatures, especially at 5:33

[@velourkungen]

@@cicicitron im sorry but you are r-tarded

[@shilohduran5846]

as much as ill miss the $30 concert tickets and being front row to see chappell. im glad shes finally getting the recognition she deserves

[@jameswent48]

I'll*

[@bigasspockets]

Im so bummed, I started listening a year ago, bought tickets to a festival in my town in Germany to see her, and was excited that they gave a small US artist a spot! And then she blew up and cancelled her spot. I understand why I just wish I could have seen her

[@syltwee]

@@jameswent48omgggg who gaf james

[@tetrulz]

Welcome back!! I know this aint your first time here.

[@tegsar88]

😂 woops

[@Sjmm21]

I saw the thumbnail and I HAD to see what this was about. Never heard of this artist before but her voice is so cool! She’s so different without trying to be different if that makes sense.

[@perryjones7771]

I get what you mean she isn’t doing the most.

[@jommar123]

The obvious aesthetic references to Cindy Lauper, Nina Hagen, Dolly Parton, etc., with a little touch of Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morissette, and even Courtney Love. I didn't know her until today. Now I love her.

[@parkersweet4357]

Seeing some Robert Palmer too.

[@001Miko100]

Oooo, yes on the Courtney Love! So true!

[@kendallama]

yes!! i’ve been waiting to see someone else say there’s a touch of alanis!!!

[@sksnfl0401]

And some Kate Bush too

[@katrinatekavec5616]

Yes to most of those references, but no Courtney. She's nowhere near this talented or creative.

[@epochabi]

she is literally my childhood princess dreams mixed with the soul crashing reality of adulthood that makes it so twisted and ugh. obsessed. love it.

[@salinasin6739]

PERFECTLY PUT OMG

[@holacomooduh]

LITERALLY, i hope we can get a merch of her as a doll

[@erikajoycastillo6384]

I love how she puts her heart and soul to all of her songs.

[@m00nrac00n]

Insane vocal control on the quieter tones. And raw emotions in the belting. So fun.

[@breathlessweaver]

0:14 casual 5:00 pink pony club 10:03 picture you 14:09 band introduction 15:05 california 19:30 red wine supernova

[@michelle1291]

Tysm

[@gjimenahernandez1001]

Kink is My karma? :(

[@ashology3813]

Thank u!! ❤

[@myiscoh]

thank you!!!

[@katieklepper1705]

Thank you!!!

[@pamelavalenzuela6236]

How dare they give me an ad break in the middle of the violin solo during pink pony club

[@biohazardouswaste6589]

NO LITERALLY THEY PUT THEM IN THE ABSOLUTE WORST SPOTS 😭 STOP EDGING ME

[@mkat8505]

Was it a campaign ad with Obama for you too?

[@brennablau2368]

I got a brightspeed ad right in the middle of Red Wine Supernova chorus

[@abhx214]

Ad Block Plus

[@calvinwatson7242]

I almost threw my phone 😂

[@HipRockInc]

I've listened to Chappell for less than a full day. It's 4:30AM where I am and her music is helping me stop trying to mask and hide who I really am.

[@sarareadsslowly]

that's MY midwest princess!!!!

[@lauralouwhooo]

I cried a little at California. It's crazy to imagine her writing it from such a vulnerable place, a song about not making it in the industry, feeling like a failure & being ashamed. And now she's selling out concerts & singing it here. Gives me so much joy

[@raye-raphaelsashay8521]

Her musical stylings are calling back to pop from the 80s and 2000s, but her vocal work reminds me of female singers from 90s alt rock (e.g. The Cranberries). Really incredible sound!

[@hotdoggitydig]

im happy other people hear the cranberries too!!!

[@NykkNik]

I am hearing Kate Bush

[@TheSinglisa]

I’m sad that people think this voice sounds like those iconic singers you mentioned.

[@fionagallagherapologist5968]

right !!!!

[@dulcepena4007]

Folk music, that's what her voice reminded me of. Very beautiful. I wasn't expecting it. I came here because of a reel of her at the Jimmy Fallon show.

[@whipsmartchris]

Put a lump in my throat. Pink Pony Club. My daughter came out at 16 and I just love her so deeply. I just learned my girl is driving 300 miles alone to see Chappel Roan and I’m so happy for her. I’m just worried about the drive!

[@0ethereal0]

Don't worry, she'll be okay! :)

[@rebeccat7912]

She’s going to have an amazing time! I’m driving alone to see Chappell too (although not nearly as far, just about half of that).

[@kam1383]

you’re a good mum 💗

[@amberle7914]

aww I'm gonna cry :')

[@seraphile5720]

I'm gonna cry you are an amazing mom

[@ernievame]

I'm 52 years old and I just discovered her. She's so amazing. It is really good and refreshing to watch this lady with such great talent. I listened to her voice and fell in love with her music and now I follow her in all social networks she's involved with. True artist.

[@creaksinthefloor]

chappell roan & muna tiny desks are the best tiny desks to ever tiny desk

[@mattkennedy1203]

🥲🥲

[@maxwellwarlick672]

Hobo Johnson would like a word 😋

[@gromplin]

Throw Erykah Badu in there and we’re cooking

[@christibradford8499]

And Yebba. 🥺

[@breemaxfield5466]

REAAALLLLL

[@mommiekick]

man it's like, dolly parton, lana del rey, cindi lauper, and lady gaga all had a baby (edit): and ALL of you adding more in the replies are completely right TOO!!! I love how she can be so similar and yet so unique to her own sound!!

[@AliciaC-kn3nl]

Exactly!

[@MohawkCatOfficial]

Add in a bit of Kate Bush too!

[@Jllawson210]

The highest of respect and yes!

[@Kimberlile]

I hear Brandi Carlile too with her voice cracks

[@rebeccakeane5126]

I hear some gwen stefani a lot too!

[@GleekOff]

I’m obsessed with this rendition of Red Wine Supernova. Her vocals are insane and the album production hides that a bit compared to this live set

[@elizabethemocranberry]

I keep repeating red wine supernova because this version is my favorite ITS SO GOOD 😭

[@AuroraShaw08]

No because I was scrolling through yt shorts and it was just a clip of that and I immediately went to find this performance! I love Chappell so much

[@hailynewma9122]

nothing compares to a td performance

[@c.duncan7281]

Gen X mama bear here…I cried when I heard Pink Pony Club because I know how much courage it takes for people to be seen for who they truly are. My teen kids and I love Chappell Roan so much. Can’t wait to see her live one day and dance our hearts out 🙌🏻💗💗💗

[@malahkaisle]

What dark magic does tiny desk have that every artists best live performance is in that little office?

[@drjennpwrites]

Their sound engineers are miracle workers

[@shannonalvis926]

I'd argue light magic 😉

[@Clearskies3848]

@@drjennpwritestheir sound team is extremely underrated. Like how clear they make the vocals and instruments needs to be studied. It also definitely helps that there’s no sound interference

[@adamwestphd8190]

The office setting definitely helps (carpet floor and acoustic tile ceilings), and the irregular pattern of fibrous materials (books/bookshelves) contributes further to cutting down sound reflections. The microphone choice (shotgun style) allows for them to get the mic closer with a narrower audio field, isolating each part to a significant degree. Also, just really talented engineers that are used to working in the space.

[@crystalclear6661]

She’s literally the GENZ Cyndi Lauper

[@spidermanthemiss]

Marie Antoinette of the trailer park ❤

[@cheecheeslide]

Perfect ✨

[@floristfindspeace]

THATS SO REAL

[@ZijnShayatanica]

YESSSSS.

[@GNICHO]

Such a beautiful image

[@maryanneevans8812]

Beautiful and accurate

[@ElliottTheGreat]

I am no better than a child watching bob the builder

[@고하경-u4e]

💀💀💀💀💀

[@joshuasmith3265]

literally my cocomelon

[@maddhatter586]

The entirety of this is amazing.... but at 22:20 at the end of Redwine Supernova..... immediate goosebumps

[@stephenclark6731]

I’m a straight, married father in his early 40’s and I love her music, sound, vibe and overall aura. She’s very talented and unique.

[@paulw5150]

If you love this, have you heard The Japanese House? Looooove this stuff

[@flakeyjay]

Ditto from a 50 yr old.

[@Wavezzzz601]

@@paulw5150 AAHH Japanese House are SO good!! Criminally underrated but they're growing

[@YUNGURA]

I'm a 26 yr old straight man but just love her sound and aura fr 🔥 something about her sound is nostalgic

[@goodenoughblog]

47 yo mama to four and this one is a revelation. Love when a new artist comes around that my 16 yo daughter and I can both freak out over.

[@reyettac847]

Chappell is an absolute star in this, but can we talk about the charisma of her DRUMMER? 😳

[@angelicavelez199]

in love with her fr

[@ananyasahay]

couldn't take my eyes off

[@Emily-gx6dd]

SAMEEE

[@vegahay]

she was amazing!

[@girlishcoven]

im actually obsessed

[@sarahmatney3210]

Baby this is a lot of people’s Super Bowl, you’re not alone

[@calebmcgee8664]

I'll be 40 in a couple of weeks. I know there's still good music being made, I'm just not as good at finding it anymore. I've been checked out of pop for a while, but sometimes I luck into stuff like this. Chappel Roan is a huge talent and has the take-no-sh*t ethos we need more of these days. Nothing but respect.

[@sugartab]

12:39 is genuinely one of the most vocally impressive things i've ever seen on tiny desk

[@mmrr831]

I was gonna say the same thing!! The control is so impressive & gorgeous!

[@delphinedelphinedelphine]

it's like a yodeling chest voice into head voice??? Like what???

[@gloria_loves_bats]

YESS!!! I love these parts. If you haven't already, you should check out caroline polachek. she also does really cool yodeling and vocal breaks mixed into pop. polacheck is a trained opera singer and uses her voice in really unique ways for pop. I saw her live and it was AMAZING

[@delphinedelphinedelphine]

@@gloria_loves_batsLOVE Caroline Polachek 😍 Saw her live and she was a-MA-zing!

[@achilles5443]

i actually was dead at how smooth those notes were, it’s like a siren song

[@emmettler]

this 80s prom marie antoinette look is perfection!!! and the band and backing vocals are perfect compliments to her tone/voice

[@Hippydaze35]

good gosh so hoping someone/producer from SNL is watching this performance. She needs to b a guest ASAP!!

[@trennerdios]

You got your wish(and mine). November 2nd with John Mulaney as the host!

[@makielcepeda9003]

That background singer was absolutely crushing it!!

[@shamelesshussy]

Absolutely. Her band and vocalist are amazing.