REACTING TO Angelina Jordan - If I Were A Boy

[@AdamStraughan]

Hey everyone! Thanks for checking out my video! I appreciate it as always. I’m also now fully informed by many of you that that is Toby Gad on the piano, who is the co-writer of this song and asked Angelina to perform it with him. Appreciate the info as always!

[@DontHateOnMyBreed1975]

Thank you so much for your lovely AJ reactions. I love it when you are able to do them. You are always so well spoken and so dedicated to our beautiful Barefoot Goddess. I wish you the best and have a wonderful weekend 😊

[@AdamStraughan]

@@kentovewagenes1141 I’m not sure what you mean, but thanks for checking out my video even though you’re not really into them anymore

[@AdamStraughan]

@@kentovewagenes1141 *sigh* I hate having this conversation time and time again, but here goes. I wasn’t sure if you were referring to my personal knowledge in your original comment, which is why I stated what I did and hoped you’d come back with clarity, thank you for that. Now regarding my ‘knowledge of something’ - I started this channel 4 years ago with the intent to learn about and appreciate new artists, as well as other people within the music business. I never wanted to present myself in any way as someone all knowing and an expert by any means - I’m not a singer, I’m not a vocal coach and by no means an expect in any way. I simply listen to new music **to me** and react to it. That’s what I love about doing this channel, discovering new things! That’s the whole point of it. Just because I didn’t know about this particular song writer in a world of thousands shouldn’t take away from sharing in this moment of enjoying Angelina’s performance together. You enjoyed it, I enjoyed it and that’s pretty much end of. Pardon my french, but it takes its tole after a while of receiving pretty shitty comments from people time and time again saying things like ‘how come you didn’t know about this?!’ Just because you and many other people know a lot about an artist and the people that they work with does not mean that everyone else does. Again I want to stress, no expert by any means. We can enjoy the performance and talk about that together and you can always let me know in the comments about other stuff that I may have missed/not known about (which is what I love, that’s the point of the channel after all) But again, I don’t mean to come across as having a go at you. I’m just saying my bit in response. But I do genuinely thank you for checking out my video and channel, I do always appreciate it and I hope to see you here again!

[@PattyLisk]

@@kentovewagenes1141Then why are you watching ?

[@AdamStraughan]

@@kentovewagenes1141 …K

[@mstewart109]

Proves you can carry a song without belting non stop as some artists insist they need to do. Angelina always sings with the true way to sing a song. That my friend is not learned. Its a gift in my opinion.

[@MichaelAmis-te2md]

Angelina’s exquisite talent and vocal’s allows her to tell the story of the song so the listener can feel the emotions behind the lyrics! She just showcased the audience her vocal abilities effortlessly! BC Jean the cowriter of this song happens to be the original performer and Beyoncé actually did a cover which she won the Grammy award! Toby Gad the other cowriter is at the piano! Angelina and Toby are collaborating on original music and one will be released in a few months called Bad Valentine! Great reaction as always! 🇳🇴🇺🇸

[@JaapFilius]

I can't stop listening to this new Angelina song. It is just so wonderful. And do you know, at the piano is the orginal writer of the song Toby Gad. And in other videos, already made from this song with Angelina and him in charge, he makes it no secret that he adores what Angelina is doing with it. And he has told: there are more collaborations (including co-writing) of him and Angelina planned. So it is fair to say that Angelina is kicking off her career as an adult singer now.

[@GrandmaEllen]

Toby Gad's project is Piano Diaries, wherein he is reworking his songs that were hits, such as this one. He intends to use new, fresh si ngers and rework them. Angelina is stunning here. They have collaborated on a new original for AJ, titled, "Bad Valentine.."💜

[@lightbearer7552]

Thank you Adam for your reaction ,never was a fan of this song , that was until AJ completely took this somewhere else this was like the master compared to the apprentice AJ's storytelling ability and the innate depth of feeling is unmatched , she just opens her heart and the sun comes out there has never been an AJ what ever she does you get all of her it is an experience like no other, yes Angelinarised.💜💜💜👣💎

[@patrickchauharjasingh7164]

Hey Adam. I love your very astute reactions, and I've been waiting to hear you on this one. Like you said, this was a masterclass in every aspect of the performance. Her amazing control, her absolutely unique and wonderful vibrato, her effortless transition between head and chest voice, the richness of her lower register, her ability to use belting judiciously and appropriately and not just as a decoration, her unparalleled ability to emote...the list goes on and on. Incidentally, just to bring you up to date if you aren't already, Toby Gad (the pianist) is the co-writer of the song along with singer/songwriter BC Jean. He has collaborated with many top-tier artists, perhaps most famously with John Legend, having co-written "All Of Me" with Legend. He chose Angelina to do the song for his Piano Diaries album, to be released later this year. To be precise, it's not a Beyonce cover, but a cover of the original artist, BC Jean; Beyonce's version was also a cover of the original.

[@franokeefe2516]

Hi Adam, this was a collaboration with Toby Gad who wrote the song. Toby has created a bunch of timeless songs by different artists that he is Re-recording now. He chose Angelina to sing the Re-recording of this song. The Beyoncé version was more R&B. We don’t know how much this version was influenced by him or Angelina but we have to assume it was team effort. BTW they are working on new songs together and they have already showcased one of them that will be released in the coming months “Bad Valentine.”

[@jonathanwetherell3609]

It's not just that voice or how she uses it. It is about the artistry, her craft in how she arranges it.

[@RachelDacusAuthor]

Angelina's restraint can be as powerful as her belting and her whisper-tender singing. She puts so much passion into this, you'd think she wrote it. Fascinating analysis and reaction, Adam! Your reactions to our Barefoot Princess are always thought-provoking, warm, and wonderful. Thanks.

[@Davidbooth-pi2d]

The Pianist Toby Gad the OriginaL Writer of This Song. Toby XpLained Y He Wrote This Song. He Gave it 2 Beyonce. to Perform. Now n 2024 He Brings n AngeLina. Margaritas 4U 🔥🍾🍹🍷

[@larrypifer1103]

The metamorphosis of AJ. Angelina Jordan's evolution from a child prodigy to a full-grown artist is a testament to her enduring talent and the natural progression of life. It's not uncommon for fans to feel nostalgic about artists they've followed since childhood, but growth and change are intrinsic to the human experience. As Angelina transitions into adulthood, her style and presentation may change, but what remains constant is her unique voice that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Her journey reflects the transformation every artist undergoes, adapting and maturing both personally and professionally. This metamorphosis often brings a deeper, more resonant voice and a presence that resonates with both the innocence of youth and the wisdom of experience. Angelina's ability to maintain her signature sound while enhancing it with the strength of adulthood is what makes her a true phenomenon in the music industry. (CopyRight) PS. If anyone questions her abilities as an adult, all one has to do is experience her performance in Dec. of 2023 at the Nobel Peace Prize on Oslo, Norway when she performed the most exquisite performance in my lifetime of Unchained Melody with the KORK Orchestra, no one on earth could have performed it better.

[@larrypifer1103]

Toby Gad, and AJ have written a new song! The collaboration between Toby Gad and Angelina Jordan has sparked excitement with the announcement of their new original song "Bad Valentine." The anticipation for its release is high, especially after their recent performance at the Hotel Cafe. While the exact release date has not been officially announced, fans eagerly await the new material, which promises to showcase Jordan's unique vocal talents alongside Gad's renowned songwriting skills. Their previous work together, coupled with Jordan's powerful rendition of "If I Were a Boy," suggests that "Bad Valentine" will be another significant addition to her growing repertoire. The music community is abuzz with speculation and enthusiasm for this upcoming release. (CopyRight) If I Were A Boy Angelina Jordan's rise in the music industry is a testament to her exceptional talent and unique voice. From a young age, she has captivated audiences with her soulful performances and mature musical understanding. Her ability to connect with listeners and deliver performances with emotional depth is unparalleled. As she continues to grow as an artist, her influence extends beyond the charts, inspiring a new generation of musicians and music lovers alike. With each performance, she reaffirms her status as a prodigious talent in the world of music. AJ' s ability to imbue each song with deep emotion and her own distinctive style makes her a sought-after artist for songwriters and composers. Having a song performed by her can be seen as a mark of prestige, potentially elevating the song's reach and impact. It's a testament to her talent that songwriters might feel that having her interpret their work would bring a new level of recognition and appreciation to their music. Beyonce' version of "If I Were A Boy" was good, but AJ's version gives one chills and causes us to cry, not sad tears but happy emotional tears of joy. (CopyRight)

[@jeffthebeeguy]

Glad you did this. You may wish to check out her Vegas concert. She introduced a new song "Princess of Ruins" about the girl she gave her shoes to. I think my favorite is "When We Were Young" as she just killed this. If you do any of the concert pieces I would suggest you use James Thiel's or BigAngieFan channels as they have done a great job of getting and producing outstanding copies. Her Mother produced a video "10 Years in The Making" that Angelina narrates. You get a peek at who she is so that is interesting. Have a good one.

[@lydiabentley3413]

A great reaction Adam & you always find the right words when Angelina performs. I thought she sounded incredible as always. Thank you

[@pelle6988]

"If I Were a Boy" is a song written by BC Jean and Toby Gad and originally performed by Jean in 2008.[1] The song gained international attention the same year in a version by the American singer Beyoncé, from her third studio album I Am... Sasha Fierce (2008). Jean and Gad also handled its production alongside Beyoncé. Inspired by the difficult break-up of a romantic relationship, the song was initially recorded by Jean, whose record company rejected it. Beyoncé then recorded her own version. Jean was upset when she learned that Beyoncé was releasing it as a single, but eventually, they reached an agreement. Columbia Records released "If I Were a Boy" to US radio on October 8, 2008, as a double A-side single alongside "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" as the lead singles. The two songs showcased the contrast between Beyoncé's personality and her aggressive onstage persona, Sasha Fierce. A Spanish version of the song, titled "Si Yo Fuera un Chico", was digitally released in Mexico and Spain.

[@douglasdennett4583]

"Sometimes fine music is the only thing that takes your mind off everything else.!!!" - Ms. Angelina Jordan Angel Fan's Family Worldwide...

[@berniescott4014]

Thanks Adam I always look forward to your thoughtful and passionate reactions to Angelina's artistry.Please watch for "Bad Valentine" an original by Angelina and 3 times Grammy winner Toby Gad,for release in the next few months.Toby has the media connections that AJ has lacked to take her to the next level.

[@samdoe5087]

Angelina has been fine tuning her vibrato since she was six years old. It is just one of the many techniques she has mastered.

[@johannesdippenaar5087]

My thoughts ? Heavenly music and Angelina's voice. So elegant and with style.

[@blackbird8516]

A wonderful performance. I totally agree. The instrumentation was really well placed to emphasize her voice. I do wonder what they are doing with her career plans. I personally think though she is still finding her way and developing...you really should be starting to hit the videos and recordings. These amazing performances are too sporadic...and the momentum cant be sustained commercially. We have seen enough of these now to be able to say....go the next step.....

[@ridgemanron]

Her command of low registers is what brings more in depth feeling to the performance.

[@carolynhess3812]

The piano is Toby Gad. The writer of the song.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thanks, I mention this in my pinned comment

[@jim-rohe]

Always glad to see you back with Angelina. Loved your comments. Peace and Love.

[@grizeldiaz9558]

Thank you, Adam. I love your reaction to our Angelina! Please react to Bad Valentine, it is just amazing!❤

[@carolindeverdier]

For me, there's a new queen in town... 😊 Thank you, very nice reaction 😊

[@jeffstumpf9129]

Angelina has been beyond being a princess for a while. This is her time for the world to see and recognize her gifts.

[@tomwhite4736]

A Cover and original interpretation of the original by the co writer bc jean , made famous by the Beyonce cover .❤

[@FlameCold258]

Thanks for your nice reacton to this epic perfornance. This is actually not a cover, but Angelina's re-make version made for her, commissioned by the songwriters "BC Jean" and "Toby Gad" (at the piano" himself to perform with Angelina Jordan's rendition and interpretation of the song. This song will been released in two completely different versions in terms of instrumentation. 👌👌😀😀 Another video will also be launched where the visual content is completely different where we see Angelina appearing in "normal clothes" and with pop instruments.

[@AdamStraughan]

It is a cover and interpretation, but either way great performance!

[@FlameCold258]

@@AdamStraughan 😀😀👍👍

[@MarkHughson]

This cover is glorious, it lets her voice absolutely shine. Thanks to Toby for asking her to sing this reinvented cover of his song for his Piano Diaries album. Toby is quoted saying, “Working with Angelina has been nothing short of inspiring. Her ability to channel profound emotion through her voice adds a whole new depth to the song.” They are also working on other songs for AJ. This will be huge for her. This year will absolutely launch Angelina to the general public. After 16 years of practice she has now arrived.

[@brianreilly8661]

Honestly she is the best out there there are no limits to her vocals this version is amazing ❤

[@rogergraetzer5992]

Hi Adam 👋 my fellow Angelina Angel 😇! A little background story! Angelina our Angel 😇 sings👸😲🎙her new single "If I were a Boy" in the beautiful church 💒 with optimal acoustics 🎶 ! written by Toby Gad on the piano 🎹! her new mentor! advisor! and songwriter! Grammy Winner 🥇guitarist 🎸and pianist 🎹 ! Angelina sings 👸😲🎙Amazing! Brilliant! Stunning! Magical 💫! Heartwarming ❤️‍🔥💖 and Soul ✨️🌟✨️ Touching! Angelina looks like a goddess 👸in her beautiful white dress 👗! I know Toby very well! I'm so happy 😀 that Toby is working with Angelina!👍👌👏! then musical 🎶 "miracles" happen! Angelina is also a great songwriter 📝 and Toby has already won awards🎖for the songs he has written 📝 for many famous singers 😲! Toby wrote songs 📝 🎶 for Beoncey, "If I were a Boy " John Legend " All Of Me" Madonna, Shakira, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Fergie, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Calum Scott, Harry Style, Victoria Justice, Kelly Clarkson, Alicia Keys, Meg Trainor, Kesha, Liam Payne, Lindsey Stirling, Aurora, Leona Lewis! Angelina and Toby are a unique team👍for the future! They will write miracle songs 🎶 for the phenomenal voice 👰‍♀️😲🎙 of Angelina! Angelina is in very good hands 👏 with Toby 😃😀👍👌👏! Angelina and Toby have also written a new song 🎶 called "BAD VALENTINE" which Angelina sings with Toby on the piano 🎹 👰‍♀️🎙😲! Another fantastic new song so powerful 💥💥💥 Amazing voice 😲! Brilliant! World class 🌍 Angelina! For me a Nr. 1 Hit 👍👌! As Toby said about Angelina World class 🌍 Voice 😲! love❤️‍🔥and peace✌️☮️ and kindness 😀from Switzerland! God protects Angelina our Angel 😇 ! 🇨🇭🇨🇭🇨🇭👋🙋‍♂️😇👣👰‍♀️👸🎙🎺🎸🎷🎹 ❤️❤️‍🔥💖🔥💥💎! spread Love 💖 all day! Roger aka Röschu out😀! PS: For me as a music 🎶 🎹 🎸 lover 💖 (now 67.5 ) and singer 😲! for over 47 years, Angelina is my favorite singer 😲 ever! The best female singer 😲! artist! and young songwriter 📝 in this time world 🌍 and generation! I have never seen or heard such talent as Angelina 😇! Thank you a thousand times for the support, my fellow angel 😇 from Angelina!! our jazz queen👸 and angel 😇!! on her two You Tube channels 🙏 She deserves it a thousand times over 😀!

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you!

[@ronraskind]

Toby Gad is a multi Grammy award winning songwriter and producer. He has worked with many of the biggest superstars in the music industry producing award-winning hits. He is currently in process of producing an album of his top eight songs called Piano Diaries. He invited Angelina to perform this song which was originally made famous by Beyoncé in 2008, and has received over 600 million views. Most believe this version is much more touching and emotional, and Angelina has made it hers. Move over Beyoncé! Toby and Angelina are working on some original music coming in the next few months, possibly as an album. He is very influential in the industry and this undoubtedly is a huge break for Angelina.

[@tonepoem4438]

Toby is the one playing the piano right? Adam, missed the connection that Toby Gad was the guy on the piano which makes this performance even more special.

[@ronraskind]

​@@tonepoem4438 Absolutely Toby is playing the piano and he is the composer of the song as well

[@marypetrakos5232]

Great reaction, thanks Adam !! Love your comments

[@gerardadegroof]

Its perfect

[@ros8737]

Heard Beyoncé’s hit many times but, as usual when Angelina covers a song, I hear the lyrics for the first time and they where touching.

[@peterbritz620]

Angelina and Toby just released a new original song called Bad Valentine. Check it out

[@PatrickWilliams-ou9hu]

Beyoncé rendition was vengeful and aggressive Angelina's was wistfully beautiful

[@DontHateOnMyBreed1975]

Thank you so much, Adam. I was hoping you would do this one quickly. Your reaction and commentary were perfect. Just like this incredible collaboration. Angel-ina is a musical miracle with impeccable vocal artistry that no one else can match. That jazzy addition was perfection, and I agree that the lower register is just amazing. Thanks again. Enjoy your weekend!!! ❤❤❤

[@vtbarber843]

❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉Aj🎉😊love

[@hans-georgschroter7887]

There's so much beautiful emotion in her interpretation, every time I listen to this with tears 😭 in my eyes 👀

[@DontHateOnMyBreed1975]

AGREED! I have been going between her channel, Toby's channel, and reactions, and I ball like a baby. I get goosebumps every darn time. Blessings, fellow angel 😇 ❤️ Enjoy your weekend ❤️ 🙏 👣 🪽 👸

[@mldkenny]

Sheer Perfection in every single way.

[@AdamStraughan]

Such a great performance

[@andrewchacone9497]

Adam , I agree witth you 100%! Beauitful Angelina has taken this cover to the next level, She is a real Angel singing in a chruch. Love the video!!

[@billyrio3767]

As they age-out, the World is in dire need of new Superstars to transition in place of the former crew.....but, they still have to be 'superstar good' performers with their own, unique sparkle and magnetic charisma.....like Angelina Jordan.

[@DavidBird-uy7cu]

Excellent

[@Davidbooth-pi2d]

Yes AngeLina Sing With aLL 3 of Them Her the Puanist & the CeLLo pLayer. ur XpLanation of This is Fire. Margaritas 4U 🔥🍾🍹🍷

[@avila6435]

Only one word: WOW!!❤❤❤🤩🤩🤩

[@ClaudioMarcucci7756]

Thanks for go back with Angelina and for the wonderful reaction, Adam. You freeze ... endlessly listening to her wonderful voice and admiring her fantastic musical sensitivity, even the simplest song that passes through her hands becomes fantastic. She is simply unique and with a wonderful melodic perception. This interpretation (isn't a cover for me) is curative for the your soul and the soft background accompaniment of the piano and cello give her a beautiful silky backdrop.💛🧡❤

[@Pyanfar]

❤️👣 I liked your reaction, for what it's worth.

[@dawnroper5960]

I am so so thrilled with this. I don't want her to be dancing around her because She is the show!!! Beautiful! Adam, I have really missed you1

[@rw716]

Nice reaction! On the piano is the co-writer of the song, Toby Gad. Just to let you know, the other co-writer of the song, BC Jean, was the first to sing the song as well as the person the song came from. Per Toby, they played it for Beyonce one day and she really wanted to sing and use this song, and the rest you say is history. Angelina and Toby have been working together for a while now and are creating new music for her to sing. They teased a song at a special event called Bad Valentine and it should be coming out within a few months. This collaboration is awesome! The Piano Diaries is Toby's project of other singers singing his most famous songs. Angelina of course is singing this song made famous by Beyonce. Oh, I forgot to say there are 2 versions of this song....the Piano Diaries version (the one you are listening) and the Artist version, which has more instrumentation and sounds more made for commercial radio. Here is the link for this audio only version.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eneVm4F6qZ6gmpo A music video will be released for this version soon. Who is Toby Gad? Gad is a German music producer and songwriter based in Los Angeles. He is known for co-writing songs including John Legend's biggest hit, "All of Me", the fifth-highest certified single in RIAA history, and for co-writing and producing "Big Girls Don't Cry" by Fergie and "If I Were a Boy" by Beyoncé. Other notable works include "Skyscraper" for Demi Lovato, "Who You Are" for Jessie J, "Untouched" for The Veronicas, "A Year Without Rain" for Selena Gomez & the Scene, "Don't Hold Your Breath" for Nicole Scherzinger, "Love You More" for JLS, and "I Do" for Colbie Caillat.

[@JohnHug-rj2mj]

WOW,WOW,WOW......!!!!!!!!

[@anitaherbert1037]

Singing with the co writer of the song Angelina honoured his vision.

[@MarceloFoohs]

And listen to the strings! Wow

[@navrozelalkaka8457]

Incredible is right

[@edschultheis9537]

I'm 59. I first heard this song a couple of weeks ago when Angelina sang it. I know who Beyoncé is, but I don't follow her. After I heard Angelina's version, which she performed with her usual excellence, I had to search for several of Beyoncé's versions on KZbin so that I could compare. I think that Angelina puts the proper emotion into the song, in connection with the lyrics, to really convey feeling to the listeners. My impression of listening to four of Beyoncé's performances it that Beyoncé puts a flashy performance as 1st priority and conveying the emotion of the song as 2nd priority. I like Angelina's version better. That said, I prefer at least several of Angelina's original songs over this particular song.

[@AdamStraughan]

That’s an interesting take! Pleased you enjoyed the performance

[@darlenestewart3542]

Queen A

[@kyleFincher]

❤❤❤Love Angelina❤❤❤

[@brokenragamuffin]

I have loved this song since it first came out. Angelina just reminded me why. Beautiful performance and vocals and rendition. And as you said just the 3 of them in a church...it was done with the "feels" which I loved. Powerful but didn't need bells and whistles for such a meaningful song. ❤❤

[@marvinboswell6889]

Angelina is working with Toby Gadgets to create music ,Toby Co wrote this song for Beyonce ,he is how working with Angelina to produce new music they have together one-third new song that Angelina has shown clips of titled Bad Valentine so she is rolling out a lot of new music

[@AdamStraughan]

Toby Gadgets?! Haha I got you, I mention this in my pinned comment too

[@richardgleason5953]

Cello, piano and AJ = Heaven sent.

[@ysteindrge8394]

Awesome❤

[@romainjordan105]

Angel.ina😇❤️🙏

[@rmaury147]

Excellent reaction Been following you for seems years and you always have an excellent reaction and analysis, thanks

[@todds693]

The most interesting notion is Tony had sought her out to do this song and others. Looks like all of me as well, another of his cowrites. Bad valentine will be a full original.

[@CarlD70]

Thanks Adam...nice to see you now and then with Angelina...she has been very busy over the past couple years....tons of new music....This right here is the epitome of the greatest vocal artist in many decades, MHO...all of I have for this one.

[@chuckcoughlin3112]

The emotions in her voice are just incredible. Beyonce was good, but not this good. This rendition has so much depth and the piano and cello accompaniment is brilliant.

[@flea10x6]

The song was written by BC Jean and Toby Gad who recounts how it came about. Beyonce heard it and wanted to record it and the rest is history ---- until Piano Diaries with Toby re recording some of his biggest hits with voices and arrangements he wants- Toby request Angelina re imagine If I Were a Boy.

[@gregjohnston5684]

Great reaction, as usual

[@FlameCold258]

👌👌👍👍😊😊NEWS! - NEWS - NEWS! Please next from Angelina Jordan - "Bad Valentine" The newest song from Angelina is the rawest and most amazing song I've ever heard. We know that Angelina is a super mega vocalist, but this was so good and powerful that it can't actually be described in words. WARNING! That song will blow your socks off!

[@suyapakloth-jorgensen1760]

Thank you Adam. Pls listen to her newest song Bad Valentine !! BEAUTIFUL !!!

[@osowallman5743]

Toby knows to couch her voice with lateral ornaments keeping her voice front and center. But hes broadening the accompanying counter melodies. He explores this further with the original they both produced in Bad Valentine where the cello n piano have aggressive arpeggios that highlight the adult themes in the song. Great reaction as always 😊

[@ediatmelb]

Angelina is tops.... move over Beyonce. Angelina sang it with more pathos, so beautiful❤

[@boz352]

Totally Angelina, totally beautiful, and your reaction was perfect. Thank you.

[@denontour]

Thanks for the reaction Adam, just a few comments here ... the Original of the song is sung by BC Jean, who wrote the song with Toby Gad (playing the piano in this video), so Beyonce´s version was also just a cover. It would be more practical to compare AJ's delivery to the original, not a cover. But this cover of hers is also endorsed by Toby Gad, just like the cover Beyonce´did. I think AJ was just stunning in this performance.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you. I do reference this in my pinned comment too :)

[@christophersmith7041]

Who’s this Beyoncé person this is Angelina’s song now, absolutely phenomenal performance from this musical genius! Great reaction thanks 🙏

[@AdamStraughan]

lol Beyoncé is one of the most successful and talented singers in the world, now come on haha

[@Miguel-uj1ps]

Es buena cantante Beyoncé pero nada extraordinario es una más con un cuerpazo pero como vocalista así lo dejamos está muy sobrevalorada con mucho respeto , sin ser apasionados Angelina Jordan aporta mucho más tiene más calidad vocalmente, esa es mi opinión ​@@AdamStraughan

[@jefftofte9419]

That was Grammy winner and multiple nominee Toby Gad on the piano, he is one of the original writers of the song. He is re-releasing some of his biggest hits ( "The Piano Diaries" ) with up and coming artists and chose Angelina for this song. He is so blown away with her talent, that he decided to collaborate with her on some new original material. They have a new song called "Bad Valentine" , that will hopefully be released this summer with indications of additional songs to come. Of course, we are all patiently (or impatiently 😀) waiting for the release of her full album from the "Old Enough" EP as well. Always enjoy your reactions Adam, see you next time.

[@Raminagrobis-ty2wk]

I'm surprised to hear you said: " It wasn't what I expected,..." Since you've been giving reactions to Angelina you should know that we shouldn't have any expectations with Angelina and also at the beginning you also said that this song is a big challenge a big song, for me Angelina today is of the same caliber as Beyonce and all the other " POP" stars and that for her this song il like putting butter on her bread in the morning, what she has just interpreted to us clearly proves it . My comment is without malice as I mentioned I am surprised because I follow you regularly you give us another point of view on all the other people who also give reactions on Angelina . Thank you

[@poolhallshark]

Amazing reaction, Adam! I think you know by now what I think of you as a reactor, because I have told you countless times. But you are definitely way, way up there among my favorites, this reaction is yet another great example of why that is. I appreciate you 🙂 Much love from Norway ♥♥♥♥♥

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you!

[@zeuso.1947]

This isn't really a Beyounce "cover". It's a collaboration with the author. That's the writer at the piano.

[@PattyLisk]

Thankyou Adam I always appreciate your knowledge of music . I just love your channel ❤️

[@flea10x6]

Try the version that begins acapella, recorded as one take with microphones set for the cathedral’s acoustics.

[@dsalyo6678]

😊

[@davidtouma4878]

Just for the record, Beyonce version is also a cover. The song was first released by Brittany Jean Carlson known by the stage name B C Jean. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYSlmaeJh6l8g9ksi=vzviBUnYST3szhjk Angelina took the song to another level. Did we expect anything less!!!!!

[@Chris1969o]

Love your reactions ❤

[@Chris1969o]

I made a rude reply to you 2 years ago. It's water under the bridge. I'd like to apologize. I apologize Adam.

[@CarlosCastillo-ue9cz]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@tamtammer]

❤

[@charlespeterson7502]

Angelina tears this song up. 100 times better than Beyonce's version.

[@AdamStraughan]

It’s such an emotional performance

[@barryoconnor568]

You're right. I listened to Beyonce's version after watching this. Angelina is just another level.

[@MavisLLobo]

Hello Did yoy see Dab Valentine OMG She' s amazing

[@Pyanfar]

❤️❤️❤️❤️👣 It's not exactly a cover when the writer of the song is right next to her playing the piano and has specifically asked her to sing his song, he is not a vocalist, on his upcoming album of remakes of his big hits from tha past. Semantics perhaps but an important distinction I would say. I still mostly liked you reaction, as I said two weeks ago. I really hope you get back to Angelina. There were several times from your videos that I have been watching from 2 or three years ago where you say that you are getting to this or that performance or period of Angelina's work but which I cannot find on you channel. There is a good bit which you have not reacted to and I would truly like to hear it. I don't really know how the KZbin algorithms work but I would imagine that many other angels would flock back to hear more of her work be reacted to.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you, I do reference this in my pinned comment. And I’ll always come back to Angelina, as well as all of the other requests that I get haha thank you for checking out my videos though, appreciate it!

[@Pyanfar]

@AdamStraughan ❤️😉 Well, I guess if I were a tad smarter, I would have noticed that. So you did.

[@eTraxx]

Ha! This version was developed with Angelina and the pianist. That is a BIG DEAL .. that is Toby Gad .. co-writer of this song. a Collab with the composer .. would love to have been a fly on the wall as they worked on the song. Is it a cover when she and the composer work together?

[@rogerandrus1806]

Really not a cover. The pianist is Toby Gad, who co-wrote the song. This is part of his Piano Diaries" and he invited Angelina to join him and sing in the style he envisioned when composing the song. They collaborated on this, and more to come from them later this year. Can't wait. Thanks for your typical great analysis.

[@tadeostodullo4587]

😀😀😀😀😀

[@susannechickenmom5621]

Nice to see you back, reacting to "our" Angel.

[@tomwhite4736]

I purchased the double cd of Beyonce in 2008 , I recall being a little disappointed . this song and disappear stood out . the beyonce cover is brilliant as is angelinas rendition .

[@tph222]

The gay on piano is the songwriter of ( if I was a boy) so this is a song on his album piano diaries so its not a cover but her reniditision of this song

[@AdamStraughan]

I understand what you’re saying, but it is still a cover though. Also, gay on the piano? Haha

[@kheops7748]

Sorry but I disagree, if Angelina had done this on her own it would be a cover but this is one that Toby he himself has re-released and chose Angelina to sing the vocals so basically it's a new version of the song❤

[@poolhallshark]

@@AdamStraughan Hehe... Who knows, right? It IS 2024 after all 🤣😂

[@Jamieannjellybean79]

Adam I have a new artist suggestion for you to react to. Her name is Chinchilla. Some of the best songs are her newest which is 1:5 and performed live, Little Girl Gone which is about her break from the music industry. She went independent. Also Fingers and Chalk Lines. I think you’re going to love her. ❤

[@MrTombre]

=)

[@davidcochran6291]

Hey Adam!! This really isn't a cover of the Beyonce version. It is more a re-imagining of the original as written by Toby Gad and BC Jean. Toby is producing an album of his top 8 songs he has co-written and produced. He has chosen to use rising stars to "let them" have license to sing their version of the song. He chose Angelina to take on maybe the hardest one for others to allow space alongside the Beezer's version. Toby has fallen in love with Angelina and her voice and musical instincts. He didn't start with her because he wanted to write with her. He liked her voice and had heard enough to know of Angelina's penchant for doing old music in a new way. In an interview Toby said 15 years ago he showed this Beyonce and she made sure no one else had covered this. Angelina took it on because she likes a challenge, and she likes to inhabit a song and figure out how the song wants to be sung. It is this gift that Toby was attracted to, just like there rest of us. Toby said, '15 years ago I had the best voice in the world sing this song. Today I have the best voice in the world that nobody knows, yet, to re-imagine this song. It was after meeting with Angelina and he found out what a songwriter she was becoming and immediately started to write with her. They have a song that is in 'rough-draft' form that they sang at a recent small concert date Toby had. It is called 'Bad Valentine' and it will kick your ass. I'll leave you the link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4XNq5uGiLuaq8U Angelina 18 'Bad Valentine' by Angelina and Toby Gad.

[@AdamStraughan]

Thank you, I do reference this a little in my pinned comment. But yes, I need to check out the latest track!

[@elmarwinkler6335]

Adam, there is now a new version here in St. James Cathedral, London, where she sings at first a capella. You can her the echo of the surroundings and at the end she speaks to the pianist, who is one of the composers and a genius, like her. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKuZfoGfZ7ulbac You stay healthy and happy. Elmar from Germany

[@jayarr5393]

I'll give you the benefit of the doubt and assume you just didn't recognize Toby Gad on the piano. Ron Burgundy would agree..."He's kind of a Big Deal"

[@AdamStraughan]

I didn’t! Really unfamiliar with him prior to this video to be honest!