Patti LuPone EPIC "Don't Cry for Me Argentina"

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[@ADAMSIXTIES]

1980. Although Patti LuPone was hailed by critics, she has since said that her time in Evita was not an enjoyable one. In a 2007 interview, she stated "Evita was the worst experience of my life," she said. "I was screaming my way through a part that could only have been written by a man who hates women. And I had no support from the producers, who wanted a star performance onstage but treated me as an unknown backstage. It was like Beirut, and I fought like a banshee."

[@caseyflorida]

I saw Patti LuPone in Evita on Broadway in I believe 1981. The first broadway play I ever saw. She was fantastic.

[@cowimmabitch93]

sana ol

[@samruez5108]

Me too, fantastic, I can still see her on that stage (in my memories)

[@CuriousEarthMan]

I went to a matinee with my parents and a friend of theirs. I'll never forget it. Her or Che.

[@yolie_ny6449]

Wow.lucky you are.

[@aidenmorreyvoiceactor]

Of course she was! It's Patti LuPone!

[@Lowgun5]

My Nana took me to see Patti Lupone as Evita back in 1979 at the Pantages theater in Los Angeles. Mandy Patinkin was Che in that production. It was simply amazing. Thanks for that experience, Nana. I miss you.

[@dixienormiss8192]

💖🖤💖

[@mikaotisfield1772]

I got a little choked up reading that. Bless you. I don't know your beliefs but please take this in the spirit of kindness....I have always thought each day since the loss of a loved one isn't another day further away, but just another step closer to a reunion. :-) Glad you have that experience to remember so fondly!

[@daphnemaxwell149]

Sorry to point this out, but Evita did not play at the Pantages theater in 1979. It was performed at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, at the music Center. Your memory seems to be a little off, or perhaps made-up all together.

[@yayshowvids6427]

@Lonesome John Your Nana was a real one

[@Hampnkauai]

I thought it played at the theatre in Century City - the one that is gone now. I can't remember the name of the place. But I saw it there in previews.

[@susans1421]

The best! ❤

[@sherlockhomo]

I’ve always heard that Patti LuPone is a Broadway legend and with this being my first time I’ve ever heard her sing, I can understand why lol. What a talent

[@kaymay4205]

Babe this video is just the beginning of why pl is a broadway legend

[@poisonousabsinthe]

Go watch her “The Ladies Who Lunch” performance for Sondheim’s 80th birthday. A joy to watch. Elaine Stritch approved btw.

[@dennisgutierrez8559]

phenomenal in person!

[@NunyaBSwax-xr9gn]

She is everything!

[@bootman26]

A deflowered virgin. The first time is the most unforgettable time.

[@charmed3878]

Now I understand why most "Broadway people" hated Madonna's version. This is my first time hearing and seeing perform this magnificent lady with a big legendary voice. And her name is Patti LuPone. ❤❤❤

[@nathansalmon8192]

Not only is her singing extremely moving, she can act with mere facial expressions & body language far better than most actors can while speaking. A sensational performance.

[@mylesgordon5521]

Real Talent Not Hype. Awesome!

[@willfrancescofini]

that’s because she’s Italian 💚💚💚

[@joonhyukkong]

I'm Korean. It's already been 50 years since I first heard this music and was moved by it. It's the most beautiful song in my life. We wish the people of Argentina many blessings.

[@rkgk1517]

She is forceful. You really get the idea that this is supposed to be a political speech and not just a soulful ballad.

[@rkgk1517]

@Parker930 The title of the song comes from an epitaph on a plaque at Eva Perón's grave in the La Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires. The plaque was presented by the city's taxi drivers' union and roughly translates as: "Don't cry for me Argentina, I remain quite near to you."[6] Roger Ebert of the Chicago Sun-Times wrote "For years I have wondered, during 'Don't Cry for Me, Argentina,' why we were not to cry. Now I understand: We need not cry because (a) Evita got everything out of life she dreamed of, and (b) Argentina should cry for itself. Even poor Juan Peron [sic] should shed a tear or two; he is relegated...to the status of a 'walker,' a presentable man who adorns the arm of a rich and powerful woman as a human fashion accessory."[7] The song's lyrics are a "string of meaningless platitudes" according to Rice, who felt that it worked as an emotionally intense but empty speech by a "megalomaniac woman" trying to win the favor of the Argentines. It features the lyrics "And as for fortune, and as for fame / I never invited them in / Though it seemed to the world they were all I desired / They are illusions" en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don%27t_Cry_for_Me_Argentina

[@snikkerr1949]

@@rkgk1517 It took him years to figure that out? Did he really say that?

[@PRR5406]

She digs into Eva Peron as a character. Truly the best Evita.

[@andrewgraulich6602]

Good insight.

[@edcottingham1]

@@PRR5406 a half mad Evita....which is just as it should be, imo. Her emotional intensity is just overwhelming.

[@Michelle_9_27]

Tears rolling down her face! I love when I see passion in their art!

[@nyxxaos5673]

Is she crying and singing???? PERFECTION!

[@miaalvarez285]

I had the same thought!!

[@dearluciella5032]

HOW CAN SHE DID THAT, HORRIBLY HARD

[@snikkerr1949]

I sang at my mom's funeral...her request....it was hard.

[@user-ih4fd9sf8x]

@@snikkerr1949 bless your heart ♥️

[@clintmurdock119]

@@dearluciella5032 Thats theatre....

[@marywatkins6798]

The Gold Standard of Evita: the brilliant Patti Lupone is the best.

[@TheWildbillfromnyc]

I HEARD HER ON BROADWAY IN EVITA,,,,,,SHE JUST BLEW THE ROOF OFF WHAT A SONG AND SHOW,,,,,JUST CANNOT DESCRIBE THE CHILLS AND RAISED HAIRS ON MY SCALP AND BACK WITH THEIS SONG,,,HYT WOW

[@dais1151]

patti: blowing mics since 1949

[@e.e.y.1803]

Time stamp?

[@shynu46]

Wait she's not blue diamond

[@anomynousperson5965]

@@shynu46 she yellow diamond

[@marleyxen]

She is a (Yellow) diamond in their dull, gray lives

[@isobelramsey9767]

Xen Margolis haha

[@beagatapia9826]

I could only imagine Yellow Diamond singing this song

[@fabiokaneziro8848]

...non equalize mic, no voice tricks, absolut no mistakes!!! perfect beauty and raw performance

[@mckenzie.8653]

haha I mean, there's definitely a slight reverb .. but it takes NOTHING from her gifts.

[@THEE.apples]

@@mckenzie.8653 It's the acoustics of the building she's in not reverb that you're hearing.

[@dearluciella5032]

And while crying. Anyone who can sing knows how hard it is to hold a note while crying.

[@jpanonuevo1411]

Patti LuPone was one of my singing idols growing up. In 1991 for a singing competition in School, I won champion singing this song.

[@ricoltmetric8156]

Applause!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Jennifer62389]

She will always be the BEST as far as I'm concerned.

[@psychokarloff]

I saw the original production, and Patti has NEVER looked more youthful and beautiful than she does in this performance.

[@ttommytom]

She dated my next door neighbor (or was friends with one of the girls) and lived behind a house down the street (bottom of Locus Rd ). As a kid, I listened to her sing on my neighbor's back patio. She was 17? 1968 /69 I just couldn't believe how great her voice was. Fun to see her make it. PS: My mother went a bunch of times with Mrs. Lupone.

[@Succui]

@@ttommytom if this is a true story that’s incredible to hear.

[@liamdrakepiano]

I saw Patti LuPone in concert this summer; she sang this. What a vocal force. Late 70s and still putting on stunning, inspiring, provocative concerts for audiences of thousands!

[@Broadwaybuff-pi1qg]

Shes 74. not late 70s. but yes amazing

[@venus_valentine_xo]

The best Evita, in my opinion.

[@zacharylewis7791]

She IS Eva Peron

[@michaelcarroll7883]

Is Madonna

[@Strode78]

Madonna was Evita and did a better job that's why this lady hates Madonna so much. J-E-A-L-O-U-S-Y

[@justess797]

@@Strode78 😂😂😂😂 You can't be serious!

[@Strode78]

I'll just be nice and say Patti Lupone is just another person that did Evita. More people associate that role with Madonna because Madonna is more appealing and much more talented I might add.

[@russellhuston6481]

Day 40 something of covid19.. how did i get here? Lol.. Those lips!

[@brookehailey3102]

I got here after seeing Trump take his mask off tonight on the balcony. LOL

[@ChaoticAngelKitten]

Did she a song with Randy Rainbow about Trump. So if you’ve been looking up Trump stuff her videos may now kind of be linked to Trump stuff. She also has several videos where she talks about how dumb he is and stuff. People watch that then look up her earlier work.

[@kamlawilliams6549]

Right! I love her lips!

[@traceykumer]

I was one of the lucky ones to see Evita on Broadway with the original Broadway cast; Patti Lupone, Mandy Patankin and Bob Gunton.

[@jamsters6430]

this is the definitive version of all the versions of dont cry for me Argentina ...super strong vocal and so emotional the heart and soul is there... plus its always live

[@jamsters6430]

@Parker930 nicole in pussycutdolls she did a srage play

[@MossyMozart]

@Parker930 - You asked: "Who else have you seen on stage sing this?" implying the song above, "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina". @Maja Rosales answered you honestly. There was NO NEED for nastiness.

[@vendomeave]

Check this one ! Elaine Page. She shows all the manipulations that Eva Peron was known for. In her voice and mannerisms. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKW1n3iBo9eVj7c

[@nataren406]

@@jamsters6430 FACT!! Nicolle did an amazing job and was brilliant and PERFECT.

[@DavidAndTheDog]

No, honestly I think you’re so wrong. It’s very ‘Patti LuPone’, but NOT particularly good. Go back to the original, Julie Covington, or even Sinead O’Connor, for really impressive performances.

[@johnzenone6940]

She should have been in the film. Film should have been made a decade earlier.

[@deannanewman7965]

Ikr...I cant bring myself to watch the movie with madonna cus the clips I've seen of patti are just so perfect. Nobody can compare.

[@januaryhymn]

This is stunning....the emotion in her eyes. What a performance. A star!!

[@halm1773]

Brought tears to my eyes! Was not expecting that, what a phenomenal talent

[@ameliafroehlich2577]

I love this song!!

[@averynicewoman]

This is so powerful and pure

[@bernadette85]

I have heard this song many times, including viewing it at the Kennedy center years ago. This, however, is the first time I have seen this song performed. Bravo. Truly at a loss for words, her entire delivery, her emotion, her voice - just beyond anything I’ve heard. Incredible!

[@Meatorofu]

she sings as if it is as natural and effortless as breathing

[@CatherineZhang-kq2cm]

My GODDESS Patti😍💝！ I must admit I love the versions when you are older more… But you are Great whenever✨.

[@CarolTaylorbrooks]

THANK YOU

[@helenallen3592]

I love it when a singer sings a song so powerfully and emotionally that you can see tears rolling down their cheeks. Patti, here, is no different...

[@roizeldiez3500]

Patti LuPone is incredibly underrated. She should be a role model not only for artists, but also for people because she is confident and thoroughly inspiring.

[@paanne1013]

Trust me, Patti is not underrated. If we didn't know she could sing, we know she can act. The combination though is off the charts.

[@daniellekernan2052]

How is she underrated? She's known as one of the most famous and talented Broadway stars. Lol

[@lyneae3786]

The “never” delivery is more reminiscent of the time of Perone stylistically. Also, the personality really is rounded in this performance. It is like it is really happening.

[@MrHoustoned]

Great observation

[@howardgoldberg5318]

Tell me why, after all these years, im still in awe of this performance and her face ? Pure beauty and amazing voice

[@smichelle65]

Back when standing ovations meant something.

[@justess797]

What changed? I genuinly don't know

[@smichelle65]

@@justess797 Nowadays people get a standing ovation for just walking out on stage.

[@robertferrer6194]

@@justess797 I've been to more than few performances where people would stand to clap, and the performance didn't deserve it. When it's good, you can feel the energy among the audience, and by the end you can hardly wait to stand up. You'll want to scream "Bravo!" or whistle with the applause. But if you stand because, well, everyone else is standing up, then the performance doesn't deserve it.

[@BrewsterOldDog]

The definitive Evita. Awesome.

[@MK-gq4yl]

OMG SHE IS CRYING. . . .THE TEARS ARE JUST ROLLING DOWN HER FACE. AMAZING

[@fatovamingus]

She was Evita. No one but Patti

[@samosullivan1744]

Well, except maybe Elaine Paige who originated the role!

[@holliedevine7565]

Sam O' sullivan and maybe the actual Eva Peron 😂

[@WolfMan-Trekker]

@@samosullivan1744Elaine is Grizabella forevermore..

[@questionforquestion]

@@holliedevine7565 This was also my reaction to all the people saying that, haha. She does a great job singing, but let's not lose perspective, the woman the role is about is kind of more important XD

[@danielgregory3295]

@@holliedevine7565 But could Eva sing like that?!?😂😂😋

[@electra7329]

As much as I love the big screen version with Madonna, Patti puts everything Evita Peron was going through at that moment in her life in perspective.

[@user-hh2te8zu7l]

So beautiful.

[@kathleenlupole8546]

I saw Evita twice on Broadway and both times with Patti LaPone. She was amazing!

[@auriamoon2662]

I do envy you!

[@christinejimenez5102]

I simply love Patti....no one could compare to her role in Evita!!

[@aaron-az]

The Lincoln Project brought me here... thank you.. that was beautiful

[@robertstrong8966]

Soul stirring performance! As if Patti Lupone was actually Evita, singing the song's message from her heart impromptu to the crowd (not as a piece learned for performance). This, added to her beautiful voice, emotionally powerful expression and vibrato control = EXTRAORDINARY skill and artistry!

[@penandroll9287]

incredibly beautiful

[@zerjiozerjio]

Lupone is queen! I heard Paloma San Basilio, who is the definitive Spanish language evita, and though she emotes powerfully with a lot dynamics, Lupone’s simultaneous intensity and vulnerability just make her the very best.

[@lumberjack6c]

This is iconic perfection, the look, the voice, the woman..........draw us along with you ........

[@Topslimeeleeky]

The Luminous Yellow Diamond ✨✨

[@michaelhiggins7365]

Oh . . . if only I could go back and relive the experience of Evita, seated in the front row, three feet from the orchestra; truly one of the most memorable days of my life !

[@ChampionMahina]

My grandmother loved this song, I believe this is the version she probably listened to. I feel quite close to her now listening to this

[@choosekindness613]

It's always kind of pintless to compare so I'll just say this. Every singer brings their own gift to this song. Sarah Brightman's version from her album "The Andrew Lloyd Webber Collection" was my first introduction to this song. Not my favorite version, for a few reasons, although undoubtedly very good. Madonna's version is the most vulnerable. Elaine page tells the story with perfect clarity and of course an amazing voice. But although I just saw this video, I have to say this version by Patti Lupone stands out. So powerful and direct, and easily the most operatic. She makes it look so effortless, even her tears of emotion feel genuine. Simply a stunning rendition. Bravo!

[@nancyjean2700]

S R . Thank you for ur comment, is the best one

[@Marlon-sw4nw]

tears? omg she is such a pro LOVE POSE!

[@thezmanchar]

I saw this play in New York when I was a kid, I was in shock how well she sang and acted. Personally I think all the others singers combined could never sing this song like her.

[@robertomarcelo3484]

As an a devoted admirer of Eva I must say I've loved three versions of her and Patti is definitely my favorite. Love her at present playing Avis Amberg in Ryan Murphy's Hollywood. Love to Mrs. Lupone from Argentina 🇦🇷♥️

[@lunal988]

Yes she's incredible in Hollywood. This and her characters(!) In Penny Dreadful are my favourites of her more recent acting work. She really can do no wrong.

[@lasbagman1]

She was fantastic in the role and captured Eva’s charisma. At the end of this is her fiery I’m only a simple woman Speech and it was spine tingling. Patti studied Evita’s mannerisms from news real and used them during the speech.

[@publius9303]

LuPone......she's the greatest!

[@bellaelladaella]

I got to perform with Patti LuPone. It was pretty great 😍

[@renatamainere6104]

It won't be easy, you'll think it strange When I try to explain how I feel That I still need your love after all that I've done You won't believe me, all you will see is a girl you once knew Although she's dressed up to the nines At sixes and sevens with you I had to let it happen, I had to change Couldn't stay all my life down at heel Looking out of the window, staying out of the sun So I chose freedom, running around trying everything new But nothing impressed me at all I never expected it to Don't cry for me, Argentina The truth is, I never left you All through my wild days, my mad existence I kept my promise Don't keep your distance And as for fortune, and as for fame I never invited them in Though it seemed to the world they were all I desired They are illusions, they're not the solutions they promised to be The answer was here all the time I love you, and hope you love me Don't cry for me, Argentina Don't cry for me, Argentina The truth is, I never left you All through my wild days, my mad existence I kept my promise Don't keep your distance Have I said too much? There's nothing more I can think of to say to you But all you have to do is look at me to know That every word is true

[@terrible714]

DUH---WHY DID YOU WRITE THE LYRICS?

[@arnoldamaral7406]

Jeff W for the elderly hard of hearing and the criminally insane gamblers. Sincerely Arnold Bourbon Amaral

[@Francisnotcis]

@@terrible714 Its nice for singers learning the song..

[@user-cr2rv7xt6g]

@@terrible714 for the deaf

[@mgg5418]

Jeff W It’s useful for somebody who is not English speaking to be able to read the words as you listen to them

[@jeciel85]

The roadway queen.

[@jorgemauriciomartinez2026]

Patty is wanderfull song

[@isobelramsey9767]

This is one of my favorite Patti Lupone performances ever. She’s phenomenal.

[@TR-lf3wy]

Always had a mad crush on this beautiful Italian goddess

[@ingriddubbel8468]

Damn she is so young. She is brilliant.

[@pamplayer4086]

U can have ur madonnas n Streisand’s but this is the purest version one of the best of the great patti lupine hands down the first time I heard her sing this was on the Tony awards I was floored just beautiful thank u utube for all the great music movies n old tv shows especially the dean martin roasts again many thanks Pamela North Carolina ❤️

[@jcsomar1058]

Pls also check out the version of Lea Salonga 😊

[@humblenepobaby]

if I meet Patti Lupone my life will be complete.

[@edwardpapera8124]

I was a Young Teen when this was burning up the TV w/ promos.It's one of those iconic moments that you don't ever forget. This performance still thrills me today, as it did when I was 16. Just Fantastic!!!

[@dangoss7180]

A performance that will never be surpassed.

[@barrett7893]

This is what Madonna was missing in the movie don’t cry for me Argentina! No matter how many times madonnas would sing this. It would not have the same feeling.!!

[@jefflawrence5835]

The singular defining performance of this song!

[@dh9228]

I honestly never knew Patti lupone was this stunning when she was younger, she’s gorgeous

[@dennisjtrainor4319]

Patti Lupone IS Evita!!!

[@robertkrawchuk9684]

I remember my mother taking me to see this play with Mandy patimkin what an experience it was

[@davidortmann5408]

Epic. I was too young to go into New York, but remember the EVITA commericals all over television! Patti LuPone is peerless. She is far beyond the words that can even closely capture concepts like talent, focus and star presence. She is an icon; there will never be another like her. Later in life, I got to meet her, read her book, and see her perform live in so many great shows. Seeing her is like seeing an old friend from the television when I was seven years old.

[@user-gy9iv2cu5g]

First Broadway show I ever saw. Her and Many Patankin, what a pair!! It was THE most beautiful thing I ever saw. I cried through most of it.

[@Succui]

God that’s magical.. She is incredibly powerful. The line where she says “I had to change” was extremely passionate.

[@TenMinuteTrips]

“Covita” by The Lincoln Project brought me here. Rumor has it that Patti LuPone sang the parody version.

[@laurawest1267]

She did!

[@sugarlee7648]

She did! It was a genius move. And she was awesome!

[@marcmarc59]

SHE IS THE "DEFINITION" OF BROADWAY!!!!!!+

[@pampoovey6722]

It's amazing. Quasi-opera. She's a complete beast here.

[@itschrisbuilds136]

Wow best acting of this beautiful song I’ve seen yet.

[@Cyber_Diva]

Wow!! She was a baby back then and she was already such an amazing artist.

[@user-bn2el6pm7f]

Wish the Mrs. and I could've seen Ms. Lupone on Broadway doing *Evita! Whereas we enjoyed a small OFF-Broadway Troupe in a small Theatre in Toronto and being a small venue they did a pretty decent job that time~ But would have been GREAT could we had ever experienced Patti on Broadway?

[@mysticalmargaret6105]

EPIC. Patty is simply THE BEST! 💖💖💖

[@Geekino]

THE BEST OF THE BEST - THAT'S PATTI! So very very fortunate to have seen her live performances.

[@chrisbudge4542]

Wow, the best performance by anyone that I’ve ever seen. This level of talent may never be duplicated. 🎤🎭❤️

[@yolie_ny6449]

Best rendition. Ms. LuPone is EPIC.

[@timplay212]

Young Yellow Diamond 😍😍😍

[@shivapejman8155]

What a woman! Dammmmn

[@burkechoirs6532]

The Myth, the LEGNED, the one and only Patti LuPone!

[@tommontgomery5074]

I can't get over how much I love this

[@artdanks4846]

BRAVA!! I've always been typically more of an opera fan than I am of Broadway. But with Patti Lupone I've always loved her just as much! For me, she is to Broadway what Maria Callas was to opera! Brava, La Divina!!

[@humorme755]

Tears…what an incredible performance!

[@jeffrogers3782]

Powerful and moving. Brings one to tears...

[@KatienMac]

God she’s amazing. The best version of this song to date!

[@momalikha01]

I think Lea Salonga is better

[@afiomai69]

Absolutely breathtaking. Power and vulnerability combined.

[@julietottaviano6786]

I could not be more in love with this video. Patti’s beautiful face, the tears rolling, and especially the way she sings “all you have to do is look at me to know” SO emotionally! I get chills every time ❤️❤️❤️ one of the most talented stars of all time!!!

[@mpacino1224]

I remember being about 7 and the commercial would come on for Evita. I was mesmerized. I have loved her ever since. Finally got to see her show at a local theatre near where she grew up.

[@shahbanomalik7802]

I saw her performance at Grammys and instantly became her fan.