Paula Cole - VH1 Road To Fame Documentary

[@davidboivin7996]

Thank you Peter Gabriel for bringing Paula on board for the Secret World tour. She only had 3 weeks to prepare and she was absolutely stunning!! And it was plainly obvious she loved the big stage. The voice of an Angel!!!

[@GregiiFlieger]

Thank-you Peter and…. Thank-you Paula for an absolutely awesome performance. Made the tour (IMO).

[@lamarjohnson4985]

I absolutely love her voice. She's an extremely talented young lady ❤

[@thauser777]

I graduated Berklee with Paula in ‘90 and played guitar on stage with her for student show cases a few times. Those were magical times.

[@bellakatherman1477]

That is so awesome. What was she like?

[@davehall8584]

WOW!!!!

[@shredhead4604]

A rad lady. “Where Have all the Cowboys Gone” still rocks in 2024 and is from such a sic produced album by her. She was ahead of her time with that production and that’s coming from a mostly metal fan, respects Ms. Cole.🤘I’m in my early 40’s now Paula but I will be your Cowboy any day ma’am.😉💪❤️🙏

[@davehall8584]

wow! what a fabulous doc...she's magical!....saw her in London for the "This Fire" tour..and totally fell in love with her art!

[@SmashedBottleMan]

I saw the Secret World Live tour and Paula was absolutely amazing.

[@AussieMark909]

100% agree. I saw the Secret World Tour in Australia. Had no idea who the wonderful female vocalist was, but she sure made an impression. Paula was amazing. The version of In Your Eyes from that tour is, in my option, the best that song has ever been done.

[@janpiet4740]

When I heard Come talk to me I was like WOWWW

[@Interstate_78]

I discovered her back then because of that live show

[@simoneu.nathaus7292]

Me too...❤

[@keithfleming6019]

I saw her live.She is So Under Rated. Love Paula

[@joycewalbert1413]

Me too!

[@AshleyONan]

I'm here bc I heard "Where Have All The Cowboys Gone" while at Wal-Mart in Park City, UT and it was perfectly hilarious - the perfect song for the moment. The levels of irony ... also, she's gorgeous and so is her voice.

[@rickrothstein805]

Really enjoyed her performance in "In Your Eyes" during the Secret World Live Tour. Everybody is dancing. It looks like a lot of fun. I love it.

[@godfreydaniel6278]

Everyone reaches the high point of one's life at one time or another - but few recognize it when it happens. I believe that performance was hers...

[@TheColeTruth]

@@godfreydaniel6278 I disagree. Paula made emotionally stunning music in her own right as a solo singer/songwriter, not solely as Peter's backup.

[@godfreydaniel6278]

@@TheColeTruth - It's true that she's a fine artist - but her subsequent work never caught the ear of the world as she did here. I have no insight, of course, as to what SHE considers her high point - she may well consider something neither you or I are aware of as such, or believe she's yet to get there, for all we know...

[@TheColeTruth]

@@godfreydaniel6278 I'd say Paula Cole's "This Fire" album being nominated for 7 Grammy Awards (first ever female without collaborators up for Best Producer award) multiple solo world tours, headlining Lilith Fair and having multiple top 40 hits of her own would likely suffice.

[@bluegirl4079]

Wow! What a talent. It's great to see an artist with such an amazing voice and yet have humility and appreciation for those who encouraged and nurtured her. Our world needs her voice right now. God bless. All the best to her.

[@AndrewsOpinion15]

nice paula cole -vh1 road to fame documentary !!!!

[@67marlins]

She's beautiful, talented and humble.

[@tubermier]

First time I ever saw and heard her I had to do KZbin searches on Who is that wonderful looking woman with the amazing voice on stage with Peter Gabriel. It's not just her voice and looks ,that got to me. It's the way she glides around the stage and moves so magically. I'm now a forever fan and want to thank Peter Gabriel for seeing her as a perfect fit for his tour. What a find for him and me too.

[@philipgwyn8091]

I sort of object to saying Paula sang "back up" to Peter. Peter sang male lead. Paula sang female lead. No obviously Peter wrote mostly for a male lead, but it's a testament to Peter's song writing that Paula had that much room to fly.

[@brettmacefield2695]

It was the same for me I first saw her with Peter grabriel ...in your eyes ,on you tube ,she's incredible, thankyou Paula!

[@davidkettell6236]

The first thing i said was Who is that beautiful woman with the voice of an angel.

[@simoneu.nathaus7292]

Right on !!! ❤👌

[@miguelcarmona53]

What a beautiful & talented woman!!🎵🎶🎵🎼🎵🎶🎶💖🌹💖

[@maforster64]

Paula's music has always had that special spot in my heart. I have such respect for her talent! Keep strong girl! ❤️. Portland concert!

[@bigbassmanphd]

Saw her 3 times in four nights. It was awesome! 2 of 3 were small venues.

[@JamZorro]

Hard work, talent and determination has paid her dividends... You are so ordinary in a wonderful way... 👍

[@TheVarietyArchive1115]

Happy 53rd Birthday to Paula Cole!

[@lauriemayhew2279]

Such a mellifluous speaking voice as well. At a time when everyone uses vocal fry it's like harp tones coming out of her mouth.

[@honiswagner7674]

never put 2 and 2 together. Paula Cole singing with Peter on the tour. It was magic and mystical. The music carried me away when I really needed a place to go. The comment below about the beautiful woman gliding through the production was spot on and my deepest thanks to all who were a part.

[@D_isco_D_ancer]

How wonderful to find her again. I love both decades the 80's and 90's but the 90's produced a lot of artist with depth.

[@OntarioAndrews415]

She is indeed such a lovely talent. I applaud her. I am not sure when she first came to my attention, but I've been grateful her music did come. Her voice is of an Angel as others have written.

[@simoneu.nathaus7292]

It's not just her talent ,but her incredibly natural perfect beauty that flashed me ! 🤩😍

[@edcroix]

Thank you for sharing this! 🙏🏾

[@lavelascoable]

Thank you so much!! I love her voice as much as love her magnificent talent!!! Love you, Paula!!!!

[@Scorpio_Moonshine]

Been listening to her since her debut album. It made a huge difference in my early 20s. My identical twin sister and I were able to see her twice in concert when she was opening for Sarah McLachlan. The tour spoken about at 15:40. When Sarah had two shows in Denver, we went to both shows. Definitely worth it! We also saw her at the Lilith Fair. She's definitely a unique talent. ⭐ *Thank you for this upload!!

[@LaserRanger15]

This was really good. Thanks for posting

[@bryankeck5560]

I just watched your VH1 special. The first time I seen you in concert with Peter Gabriel I was stunned by your voice. I'm a huge female vocalist fan. Through my whole life, from The Supremes to Alicia Keys. And when I seen you sing with him your voice just resonated with me. I will definitely find your CDs and buy them. How lucky we are to have you talent and voice in the world today.

[@src3360]

I was sitting in my living room when her song about a cowboy came on, the music video. I was in 7th or 8th grade. I thought she was mesmerizing ❤❤❤❤

[@spanglelime]

Thank you! Paula is part of my high school memories. I love that she's still singing, and I LOVE her updated Where Have All The Cowboys Gone video.

[@JamZorro]

Came back today to watch this video again as I really enjoyed it the other day. (I'm also from Massachusetts but not as small as your 6,000 town population)… "Can't Get There From Here" haha… Here’s proof that you can, and hope it was a great ride for you (it is a crazy business)… Love Peter Gabrial, Papa Wemba and the amazing drummer, Manu Katche… In Your Eyes (imho) was an amazing piece of work, AND you were a big part of it… Everybody had their parts to do and performed it with great Authority... Another video I often watch is Come Talk To Me from the same tour. An awesome performance by you on that one as well. I think around that same year, you also came out with Where Have All The Cowboys Gone, which was a big hit for you and the people loved that one and still do, to this day (that’s staying power)… Bless you and thank you for you’re gift of music & song

[@stephenwhalen8210]

Thank you for the vocal lessons. I owe you 2.5 mil. You have helped with my COPD singing along with you and Peter . My oxy count went from 92 to 99.

[@joseandrade632]

Paula, just be yourself, and it will be allright. Thanks for your music and musicallity.

[@jcortese3300]

First saw her at Lilith Fair -- was blown away. I still remember her sitting at the piano and moving the bench all the way toward the bass end and thinking, "This is gonna be good." And it was.

[@pashav.8597]

I bet it was magical

[@1962stitch]

I always loved her from the moment I first heard "I am so ordinary."

[@johnkochen7264]

Watching the performances of In Your Eyes and Don’t Give Up during the Secret World Music tour was my introduction to Paula Cole. Peter Gabriel knew what he was doing!

[@MrLuizsbcunha]

Great great singer!

[@johnprytko2337]

Side note, her dad Jim , played bass guitar in my father's popular polka band (Connecticut) circa 1970's

[@Sunvio]

The most beautiful voice

[@pathenderson3470]

Hey Paula, Keep singing

[@StillYHWHs]

Rock Port is a really nice place. I have friends that are raised there. Hung there. Beautiful small town. An original town. Roads are made from old trails. Streets go right up to front doors. Like in the movies. It's a great place to raise a child. It has become a place of mostly money. Still, Festivals and all about it. Is well worth a visit.

[@redfog42]

Beautiful ❤

[@michaelmclaughlin2039]

As someone from London, I had assumed for some strange reason that Paula was a Welsh girl, when I saw her with Peter Gabriel, mainly because she has such a beautiful singing voice. So imagine my surprise at discovering she's an American girl! Well done, Paula. Looking forward to her releasing her own album.

[@lucasmtg483]

both Peter G. and Paula have matching personalities & valors. They both are interior richness persons who keep the best part of spectacular for the scenic feelings instead of being twisted burning stars in their out-stage appearances. Really love & respect those kinds of good talented humans.

[@jasonwillett2126]

I got the promo CD in 93. Saw her open up for Counting Crows and Cox Family Trio same year. Instantly became a life long fan. I met her when she came back for one show at Berklee after being away for like 8 years. Absolutely amazing and was in the first row right at her piano. I had a meet and greet before the show and I whispered something in her ear and she burst out crying. We've been friends ever since. Real gentle soul.

[@jerryfan4ever294]

I love her! I had my elbows on the stage at her show in 2018. Words to live by: And it is me who is my enemy Me who beats me up Me who makes the monsters Me who strips my confidence

[@southamepton]

Merci beaucoup pour l'upload !

[@themysticmuse]

So sad it's over! It just started?? 😭😂 She's so humble. So down to earth, deep. So talented. So Paula. 🥰

[@steveg6817]

I Love All Your Music! Thank You Paula... 🎶 💕

[@joshjoseph7628]

Great video

[@tremainedouglas288]

I couldn't get enough of "Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?", "I Don't Want To Wait (from Dawson's Creek)", and "Me".

[@bradmossman7201]

Just good for her. I am a fan.

[@dealzright]

Saw her a number of years back when she was touring with Lillith Fair. Absolutely amazing. Shoulda been much bigger than she was. (and she was pretty big)

[@catheadoff]

Paula Cole

[@guyb7005]

she doesn't need the sexy click-bait thumbnail for people to want to know more about this amazing vocalist!

[@StrawberryJam806]

It’s not a sexy click bait thumbnail? It’s literally a picture of her just wearing an outfit back in 1996/1997…

[@ricardogustavo2019]

Extraordinario talento y belleza cautivadora. Love Paula ❤

[@rorschach5652]

I know her for her performance with Peter Gabriel.

[@heathercollins4432]

That voice...

[@OnlyFriendsAreAliens]

It is amazing to think of the horrible cave in which I resided over the past 30 years (figuratively). Back in the 70's and 80's I was a huge Genesis and Peter Gabriel fan. I just saw a video, even tho I knew it was not new, of Peter Gabriel's "Secret World" and was completely transfixed by the female vocalist. Her voice on "In your eyes" is astounding! Now I know who she is, and might I just say it is no surprise that Peter Gabriel selected Paula Cole to join his tour. Paula's musical talent, vocalist talent, and the understanding of songwriting pertaining to performing the song is completely in tune with Peter Gabriel's style going back to his beginning with Genesis (ie. "Supper's Ready"). My only regret? I spent too much time in the cave. I see other comments wishing Paula Cole a Happy 53rd Birthday, let me just say may your 54th year bring you the unimaginable happiness that your talent brought to the millions that shared the love 'In your eyes'! 🎂

[@ezziesmall8429]

Flawless American I love your performance Paula

[@davidzaghet8759]

Her High School Performance reminded Me of the singer in Mr Hollands Opus lol

[@blackpeter70]

Hot, hot, hot. I loved that black dress w/Doc Martens she wore onstage with Peter Gabriel. Yeah.

[@davidboivin7996]

It was so simple, elegant and gorgeous.

[@blackpeter70]

@@davidboivin7996 Couldn't agree more. Seeing her in the flesh was a real memory-burner!

[@TryGold]

How did I never even hear of her till this video?

[@matthewcorsaro5317]

Love her

[@davidkettell6236]

It is a lot of pressure trying to live up to other people's expectations !

[@kesleycottrell1416]

Peter Gabriel is a been there done that kinda artists. What a better person to be on tour with. I bet she got years of experience in one tour.

[@mauromauro8946]

BRAVISSIMA

[@jenniferparker6348]

💜

[@antonmedvedev1128]

Because music education equals brain power. Golden words, so true 💪💪 tik tokkers have been devoid of brain power sadly, thus no knowledge or any notion of what real music is or must be.

[@chrisnutley5747]

Have loved her music for 25 years, and actually believe her greatest talents are heard in the 2 or 3 vocal performances she did with Chris Botti (jazz trumpeter). Check them out.

[@transkryption]

"where have all the cowboys gone?" 'why don't you take a seat'

[@muzikman789]

hi Paula, was a good temp gig. Loved that you were a vegetarian and I ate your portion

[@RenzoColameoIrlanda]

🍀

[@bradmossman7201]

My high school reunions in the early days was you are still alive?

[@philmcnamara299]

She’s the buis great voice lady

[@1967MLP]

Kate Bush underrated? What about Paula?

[@petersonlafollette3521]

Me and All the self-psychoanalysts are better for have known her music!

[@marvelaturraz5405]

If only we'd met...

[@sompoesiaemovimento1448]

Ela nunca foi tão linda quanto no Tour do Secret Worl Live. Depois foi melhor ainda. Mas ali ela despontou.

[@guyb7005]

16:57 a GIF in waiting

[@aulamericansusinglogic35]

Imagine her an britney doing a song 🎵 Britney apparently loves her

[@angrybananapeel]

who was the initial kid announcer

[@normanhowell3994]

kudos to gabriel

[@kristopherragas1631]

IdoL🤘🎅🇵🇭

[@surfviewgardens2396]

I hope she didn't pick up any bad habits from hanging out too long with that Melissa Estrogen.

[@dyardsale5475]

The closest thing to white soul music I ever heard is Paula Cole and Annie Lennox.

[@manu57620]

9:55 So please how VH1 Save The Music

[@Dave-sw2dm]

They sure use the phrase "Rock Star" loosely these days. Talented, yes. Rock Star? Mmm.

[@TheColeTruth]

I wouldn't call Paula's music "Rock" even though she had some VERY rockin' songs during this era. Her music overall is too eclectic to be put in that box. But I will say Paula has just as much, if not more badass stage presence than most rock bands I've seen (her confidence and risk taking is effortless. Her band's musicians are also powerful in their own right!) and the piano kicks are just the cherry on top. But it never comes off as flaunty or forced rocker bravado either. What you are seeing is a musician literally being possessed by raw, beautiful, intense music. Paula Cole is definitely up there with the greats in terms of having the full package in that her attitude, movement and vocals/instrumentation are all mighty fierce live.

[@shavais33]

"I will wash dishes while you go have a beer"? I never understood that lyric. Who does that? Why in the world would anyone want that? I mean, she's talking about somebody who actually exists, right? Or at one time did? I'm no cowboy, but I'm I suppose I'm a typical lazy butt man. My poor wife wants our family to eat healthy, but that requires buying stuff and cooking stuff with actual recipes and using pans and omg. I'm just way too freaking lazy for all that! I'd make dinner with.. mm. How would I actually make dinner. Ramen. canned chilli, canned soup. Costco pizza or hotdogs or Panda Express on Fridays. I might have fresh fruits and veges for about half the week, because I'd go to the store on Sundays. But that's no where near good enough for her, so... she buys the stuff, and she cooks. And then I do all the extra dishes while the boss has a beer, lol. Well, she doesn't have a beer, but she sits and calls people and goes on facebook and kinda does her thing for a while. Sometimes she plays a J.P. Sears video or something that we can both enjoy. When I'm done with the dishes I'll brush her hair for a while with this brush I bought her that she loves, or scratch her back with this other brush I bought her which she she also loves. But anyway, she cooks while I play, and then I clean up the mess while she plays, and then we maybe have a little time together before I go get the kid ready for bed, and then she reads to him. It's pretty lopsided, she does a lot more work than I do, but she's just a lot more ambitious than I am about stuff, so. This is our semi-functional compromise. I end up doing a lot more work than I would without her, but she still does a lot more work than I do! What in the world does she see in me, I have no idea. If all women are like her, and I am like all men, then I have no idea why any woman does anything with any man.

[@Dios67]

OK, so edgy. Damned normal upbringing getting in the way of my John Lennon dream.

[@TheColdrush22]

Thanks so much.

[@TheVarietyArchive1115]

Happy 53rd Birthday to Paula Cole! 🎂