Maren Morris: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@georgetownstreet6196]

She’s amazingly talented! She’s got a badass unique voice that’s underrated!

[@bobby6657]

I can believe you won a Grammy...Girl you are killing it...100% pure gifted talent, playing like this shows you are the real deal!!! as well as the two behind you...real musicians.. loved it....

[@persempretuanicole]

Raspy, edgy, catchy... I love her voice and music so much. Beautiful!

[@NicoCollinsOfficial]

I find the hate here kind of ironic considering she's actually one of country music's more authentic sounding artists. People are complaining about her songs having pop melodies, yet seem to have no problem with Sam Hunt, Florida Georgia Line, Luke Bryan, Thomas Rhett, and a slew of other male bro-country stars who don't even use live drums amongst other instruments in most of their songs anymore, that have equally as poppy sounding songs. Keith Urban and Carrie Underwood's new duet could've been a Meghan Trainor song and I wouldn't have known the difference. Country music has evolved and changed drastically and I think that's the real issue "hardcore country fans" have. If you want that twangy, old-school vibe go put on a Chris Stapleton record. Anyway, I give her mad props for actually writing her own music, considering a lot of people nowadays in country music don't write a single word of what they sing. "Hero" was my favorite album of last year and every track is a winner. My favorite is "I Wish I Was", hopefully that one becomes a single down the line!

[@THENBASTORYTELLER]

why yell at the 18 people who hate, instead of recognizing that an overwhelming amount of people enjoyed this.. look at the likes the views, the "Silent Majority" of yt viewers

[@dana102083]

I think it needed to be said, regardless of what was said here, or lack thereof. It's universally understood and it gets a huge, "HERE, HERE"... and I'm glad I found where Lera Lynn's old lead guitarist went to. I missed Bennett. He's one hell of a guitarist and backup singer. Glad he found another exceptional artist to play with. I'm just late to the game so it seems, I missed the Grammy's last year.. woops...

[@jackiebryant5808]

Preach nico, everything you said is the truth!! Maren is FIYAH

[@Killenmachine05]

you're right, 80s mercedies is one of the most authentic sounding country songs put out in the last 5 years, you're very in touch.

[@edley47]

john capone I didn’t see it as a put down of Chris, who I play whenever I want real country music, or Jamey! But those pop country bros produce little that calls my name. 😢

[@johnschubert6699]

I discovered her much later but became so impressed with her passion in her music. Her most recent song, Background Music, will become a classic. She reflects on her career as a singer/performer and even though she thought it would last forever she recognizes there is an end. She is such a talent.

[@itskarruh]

She is EVERYTHING !!! so amazing live and those harmonies LAAAWWDDD !!!

[@queenv4340]

Fr

[@briansounalath]

Her song writing skills are unparalleled. She’s going to work forever. Reminds me of Ryan Tedder.

[@rsvihla]

You ever heard of these two guys Lennon and McCartney?

[@ClaireBear7]

@Doug Murray it’s not about a few words in the song it’s about the whole song as a whole she is a really good song writer

[@rsvihla]

@Doug Murray What are you talking about? The OP wrote “her song writing skills are unparalleled.” I think that’s hyperbole, so I mentioned Lennon and McCartney, who clearly had much better song writing skills.

[@courtneyflows]

So freaking talented and such a great story teller!!

[@Jeff-S-Grimes]

@Doug Murray you must be a barrel of fun

[@jeremydiesel7805]

Maren Morris is an amazing vocalist. short girl but her voice is massive love this woman. Her and Kacey Musgraves are my two favorite country singers. she slayed that performance of " My Church" too.

[@luney4tunes88]

Kacey is who I first heard about Maren from! Gotta love Texas women supporting each other in Nashville ❤

[@fretfix1]

@@luney4tunes88 Sierre Ferrell...another 'short girl' you should check out...

[@JCoversH]

That sunburst gibson cuts though like a hot knife though butter. Just a beautiful, timeless sound.

[@marknachmias423]

Not to mention the totally cool shell pink/plexi guard Fender bass.

[@paulkelly5817]

Let's not overlook Maren's J45 😅

[@1977minicooper1380]

Dove

[@barbaravyse660]

Paul Kelly it’s hard not too - lol

[@zackzander425]

Yeah. That’s the only good thing about this.

[@LauraZocca]

Fair enough to people that can't appreciate her singing voice (how you can't idk, her rasp and power is insane but ok) but damn you can't deny that Maren at least writes good lyrics. Or at least lyrics that have more meaning and weight to them than just beers, trucks, and girls, like 75% of the country (male filled) charts these days.

[@bcummings2187]

She is a fantastic songwriter. From my understanding she wrote all the songs on her debut album. She was unsigned. Put My Church on Spotify and it blew up and the rest is history. When you share the stage with Alicia Keyes and hold your own .....well..... and Alicia looks at you like damn girl.....let me tell ya ...you can sing. There is no auto tune here this is stripped down raw fantastic music. She is fantastic. I'm not sure how people cannot appreciate her voice. It's a shame.

[@kimberlybellefontaine1215]

Bob Cummings amen amen amen !!!!!

[@luney4tunes88]

I LOVE Maren!! The first time I heard "My Church" in 2015 I knew she'd be a star. I'm so glad she's gotten the accolades she has -- talented AND an awesome human.

[@christiangregorioofficial69]

She's one of the best female country artist in this generation . Imo

[@howards8535]

Excellent. Love their vibrant youth. Love Maren’s youthful American songwriting. Jimmy Fallon doppelgänger on guitar and charismatic bass player are all in.

[@bessiex69]

Love this tiny desk. Her songs are awesome. Her voice is commanding. The guitar is rich and amazing. Beautiful.

[@taylorhouglan1998]

I love her voice, she has so much soul and her lyrics are so catchy and meaningful. One of my favorite Tiny Desk Concerts. I have this on repeat

[@WaitingForTheHook]

She's really fucking good. Hero is an amazing album. One of the best country records I've ever heard. She's up there with Kacey Musgraves, even. That's high praise from me. Haha.

[@leeannatweed8811]

Yes yes yes

[@knockedoutloaded279]

True....she's great...

[@oryfan]

I like that she’s not typical country. Do your thing👏🏾👏🏾

[@litethepath]

My god, the best artist, let alone country, to come along in 10 years. Get it Maren!

[@bobcole612]

Annie Clements on the J-Bass. Perfect!

[@kenaull3765]

This solid playing, singing and harmony. Nobody is playing or singing too much or too little. Just a good solid show.

[@ranidoll9428]

I honestly don't understand why ppl say she can't song.. when she CLEARLY can. THE rasp is everything. So good 🔥💙🌹

[@iam_madaki]

Only haters would condemn maren moris

[@caverpilot]

Just saw her with The Highwomen at The Gorge. Unbelievable!! What a gift to music, to all of us!

[@vicenteziegler]

ohhh god her voice such a power and her melodies, amazing! and the other musicians good vibe an nice playing and singing too, i'm listening this at least 2 times a day

[@nicholaspalacio9672]

These three songs are all pretty iconic country hits from the last 5 years, which is awesome. She’s an incredible songwriter. I’d rather listen to her music than Florida Georgia Line or, God save us all, Sam Hunt. As a country musician, I really appreciate her songwriting ability. Not to mention her voice.

[@markprescott303]

Wow I really love her! she sings some songs that you can hear her scratch and pretty good looking too. Love this newer generation of country artists. I was going through a tough breakup and listened to ‘I could use a love song ‘ a million times……..plus one

[@GeorgeLisi]

I enjoy Maren's music. Lots of soul in that young heart.

[@blueboyandthebandits872]

Great performance. She’s shaking up country.

[@patrickdichiro3654]

Wow. Maren is incredible. And her band is killin' it!!

[@michaeljmusumeci5960]

Love the tiny desk. Maren & company, you guys rock!

[@philofthepresent]

She sounds even better live!! I can't wait to see her career soar!🔥🔥🔥❤

[@angelmoncada382]

Lol I wonder how many of the people hating on this youtube comment section are actual musicians. This is actually really good. Pop does not equal bad.

[@redrock717]

Angel Moncada I could name serval other legendary female country sings that have pop melodies in their songs. This sounds so authentic compared to everything else in country today.

[@PinochleIsALie]

I'm just gonna be honest - I have a massive crush on the bassist after watching this video.

[@marenated]

PinochleIsALie Annie is a badass

[@tbone9347]

Yep.

[@JeffDavis_is_JeffDavis]

She was clearly lookin right at you...

[@jjaakk7214]

Seems like she’s having the time of her life

[@normancrew2739]

Me too! Annie Clements is awesome. She has such presence. Hopefully she will soon get the recognition she so richly deserves. But yes, she does seem to be enjoying herself so much it is not so hard to imagine she would be doin it for nothin. Big FAN!

[@ryoungatlmidotnet]

The bassist is selling these songs, winning, and looks like she's having a lot of fun. Annie Clements.

[@davidlapacek8893]

Ryan Young what is he winning Mr. Proof read. Sorry spellcheck didn’t catch it!

[@awrestlingfan5085]

Maren is an amazing artist with tons of success through her short career and now more will come with the forming of The Highwomen.

[@jeffolefson9415]

Maren is a treasure and while her music transcends a lot genres. It’s truthfulness makes it real country.

[@desertvertigo]

I love Maren. I could listen to her all day, she's great to sing along to and have some drinks! HAHA!!

[@lorenzzo00]

Then some Sharon Van Etten

[@jimikazak]

Wow, what a humble bundle of talent that trio are. Great stuff.

[@patrickdichiro3654]

Great voice, excellent songs and an incredible band. What's not to love about this performance?!

[@markbundy1694]

She is nothing short of AWESOME.

[@jesskuhx20]

I love her. I could listen to her sing all day. She’s amazing

[@RomanHache]

I love you so much! So glad I got to see you live

[@kristjanaj6348]

Maren's a freakin light and I love this Tiny Desk Concert!

[@dilkilone1]

I hope this is going to be a comment that you see but you made a huge difference in my life and I thank you so much keep being a badass person

[@francisw3456]

Love, love love this woman!

[@jflowers45]

Really enjoyed "I could use a love song"

[@KariAaraas100]

She's an amazing song writer!

[@janereno8158]

This song RiCH os fantastic!!! Had never heard thag before.... so creative😁

[@elsagreen1476]

The bassist is awesome. I dig her energy.

[@ivanmonroy9363]

Bass player killing it! As flaming as her playing

[@eeanriley436]

Saw her live this week.. so dope that Bennett and Anne are still killing it on tour all these years later. Such a pure artist!! Go Maren

[@courtneyflows]

So talented and such an amazing storyteller!

[@StarChildInABubble]

Little girl, big voice.

[@THENBASTORYTELLER]

I see more people yelling at the"Haters" then actual haters.. easy folks, an overwhelming amount of people enjoyed this... Never heard of her before that...odd... target ad floating around.. and I'm glad i went on to figure out who she was. Great Artist

[@ME3fan]

Right! I'm sitting here trying to find where the haters are? Haven't found 1 comment so obviously there's not that many.

[@loodiddles]

She is the best. Ugh! Love you Maren!

[@joshrmcgee]

When angels sing...they sound like Maren Morris.

[@barbaravyse660]

Amen

[@solomongrail7039]

I've seen Maren live. Yeah, she's a ball of fire! If you don't like a song, wait around, she's got one that will blow your mind!

[@MarionFiedlerMusic]

I love this version of CHURCH, and the two other songs are performed brilliantly also. Great job on the audio production btw!

[@groovyruby888]

Full body chills listening to my church 💛 the power of music😌

[@mmm-3737]

Her voice leaves me shivering... absolutely beautiful!!!

[@lifesabeach7377]

I absolutely love this woman!!

[@daniellozano6083]

I just Love her voice . And her messages in her songs

[@davidmiscimarra8813]

Wow… I’m impressed. 🙌🏼

[@abby9198]

Such a talent

[@KariAaraas100]

And she plays in The Highwomen!!! DUH

[@alwayslearning4127]

Beautiful!!!! You go girl

[@JakeRommer87]

Brilliant voice and amazing songs! Lovely arrangements for the three instruments as well!

[@brettplayle3274]

She's frickin' amazing!

[@nicolekamzic2594]

Rewatch this every time it pops up, sooo good!

[@ZitherBeast]

Late to the party, but this is awesome stuff.

[@melvinlee5684]

Wow! After watching this, I now consider myself a fan.

[@samueldegrandi4125]

that bassist is stunningly beautiful

[@johnmcgrath8886]

Very soulful... good sound mix, too !

[@jarjar2190]

She's so captivating it took me a whole song before I realized the tall, dark, handsome man behind her. And believe me, you, these eyes are always peeled for cuties 👀

[@marianaevano]

amazing!! i am out of words!!

[@johntucker8419]

Country harmonies 😍😍😍

[@timmills5496]

Very impressive, really enjoyable, Annie super positive

[@kamaleon3580]

One of the most beautiful country voices that I've ever heard @.@ I most confess that i didnt know u guys .. I can say it was love at the first sight! Txs to #TinyDeskConcerts i'll follow ir music since now! Greatings from México ;-)

[@wesleyl3795]

The bass player had the time of her life. I loved her

[@bobcole612]

Annie Clements is one of the best bassists out there, she was part of Sugarland’s touring band for years, as well as playing with Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush individually. Listen to her sing, she could front a band anytime.

[@Wiley_Coyote]

Yeah like many are saying, the hater posts here are silly. Modern country has few bright lights. She's one of the few. She actually performs from the standpoint of being current, but also having some authenticity. Plus as can be heard here, she certainly doesn't need auto tune.

[@ryanjavierortega8513]

She’s so good

[@carterwatsonkeeponrockin2262]

I used to be obsessed with marten Morris but now I just listen to her every once in awhile but she is a really good singer

[@christianpomrenski3578]

This sounds great! I love the lyrics, they're very interesting., Good writer!!!

[@dralmeyda]

Like the bass sound!

[@Jeff-S-Grimes]

MM is such talented singer, guitarist, performer, and song writer, folks we are lucky she shares her art and passions

[@brianlehr78]

Little lady big talent !!

[@KuJoPlease]

So happy I found this! Love this version of I could use a love song

[@matthewdavis8135]

She sounds like she can sing any genre of music

[@lejo1233]

she is amazing

[@TORIN111]

idc for the negative comments on this vid i think My Church is a fantastic song with a solid message

[@RMelvinFan]

TORIN111 That's because IT IS! You're preaching to the choir. (pun intended) These haters are salty for no reason.

[@Garyj1784]

@Justin Smith where's the link to your music?

[@luney4tunes88]

@Justin Smith ok gatekeeper 🙄 music is fluid and if you're looking for something formulaic to fit your definition of what country music is, there's PLENTY of it. the rest of us will gladly enjoy musicians who make good music, period.

[@loveMAM97]

Why am I so obsessed with her!!! 😍😍😍

[@cloud_monkey422]

Never heard of her but I’m a new fan

[@kimberlybellefontaine1215]

I just love her. She’s cuter than a baby dreaming about labradoodle puppies😍. And wow, her lyrics and that voice! For someone so tiny she sure has a big voice, and it sounds ah-mazing here, all stripped down to the basics. Gotta love when someone sounds sooo good, just her and her guitar, better than when all studio slick and polished. She’s a lucky girl - sooo talented, doing what she loves and is good at, about to welcome her first baby soon with a husband who’s as sweet as they come and hotter than 🔥🔥🔥. Yep, lucky girl ! I wish her all the best ...

[@Keef19661]

Mrs. Clemens is simply stunning😍

[@bowiehs]

Love her so much!

[@dragonmusher]

Sings it like she OWNS it..sings it like she MEANS it...enough. If this were Carrie Underwood ya'll be saying how she sounds so wonderful with her big voice in that lil ole blonde/white body. Maren gets up there and puts her all in and people are calling her all different things. Did ya'll know that Musical Genre doesn't have anything to do with words or sound of a song? It's more about what instruments are used to play it. Maren crosses several genres.(One song can be in many genres depending on what instruments are used to play it each time!! SO, if you want to pick on her..I give ya'all words from one of our favorite country ambassadors "Might not of been you but I can't judge. Just be proud of what MAKES you country." Genre in the music biz depends on radio play as well.

[@LillianFrances]

Oo, I like how she sings. Clearly a very talented songwriter and musician.

[@amitchell2009]

I’m a country fan and I love her. Good boat music

[@torsionslo]

digging that guitar tone... can't see what amp he is playing though, bummer.. never heard of this gal, but the last song My Church is def a great song.. love me some tiny desk..

[@leeannatweed8811]

Love love love! She looks like such a baby here

[@andrewstevens9749]

Omg she is a pro you can tell her band mates are led by her and look up to her