RILEY Sings Beyoncé, Lewis Capaldi, and "BGE" in a Game of Song Association | ELLE

We first fell in love with Amber #RILEY on a little show called “Glee”. Years later, she's proven that was just the start for the Grammy-nominated star. Today, her debut self-titled EP #RILEY is out with music like you haven't heard from her before. Tune in on #SongAssociation as she sings Beyoncé, JoJo and "BGE". For more ELLE: • Conan Gray Sings Taylo...
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[@amandaamorandi]

When she sang Bust Your Windows I was automatically transported to 2010. What a voice

[@teacupglitterinfested1525]

I never knew that was Jasmine S.

[@amixc0314]

Me tooo!!!!

[@nizaronline170]

Sameee !!!

[@Trollout57]

*2009

[@XxQueenChristinaxX]

@@Trollout57 She probably had first heard it in 2010.

[@neemohwairimu9845]

Her vocals have always been on point since Glee.

[@mimirose3009]

GIRL ‼️ You start singing that CHAKA & I had to strait harmonize with YOU. Okay❗️

[@tanniasasha]

I think you mean since birth 🤗😂

[@neemohwairimu9845]

@@tanniasasha Right! 😂

[@nizaronline170]

@@tanniasasha hahahah truee

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz Fyi it's called belting and she does it amazing and body shaming her is worse and was unnecessary.

[@erick7437]

she talked about naya. im crying rn. leave me alone :((((

[@kylamarie1613]

Awww ikr I miss her too

[@adellasuwandhi701]

the 17 dislikes are from Vocal Adrenaline (edit: whoa yaall thankyou for the likes!)

[@jaydynnelson8406]

🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂

[@jamesgarcia1738]

Nah it’s Rachel stans

[@adellasuwandhi701]

@@jamesgarcia1738 possible😂

[@smangelenkala3568]

😂😂😂

[@springheartedtiger]

And the wmhs football players

[@JeremyMYG]

Riley singing "Rumor Has It / Someone Like You" and talking about Naya. How is it raining indoors?

[@Yeehaw7686]

Probably the best Song Association video so far. She sang almost every song as if she were recording it in studio. She knew every lyric and killed every note. Riley didn't miss a beat!!!

[@inane9655]

Have you not seen here song associations on TERRELL

[@fatsanii]

facts

[@RR-de5di]

T r u e

[@Sralchemist]

After 2 rounds with Terrell she better OWN. THIS. GAME. Come on, Riley!

[@hotcocoa1994]

period!!!!!

[@shadowboifire]

Right!!!!

[@ravenpurple1527]

IKR

[@jadenelise4463]

Ok tell them!!

[@ChUnReNeE1]

Exactly because we all know this is the unflavored version of Terrell show

[@yubyhernandez7778]

She was holding back!!!

[@diamondsongbird6926]

Agreed

[@ichimaruzero9697]

She was recording it with a IPhone camera. Belted notes would sound piercing and pitchy on the mic. She did the right thing going for mid belts and falsettos instead.

[@mariabreu3056]

Yes she was!!!

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz Again, not screaming, Belting, and let's bring them into the 2020s

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz She already has a lot of hits and had been on Broadway. Just because you don't listen to her does not mean that most people don't too.

[@davi8647]

She's so pretty and her voice is so soulful

[@the1lique182]

💯

[@idek7438]

I'm obsessed with her hair. She looks so much better than she did on Glee with straightened hair

[@shanlowrey10]

So weird seeing her play song association without terrell

[@nizaronline170]

I thought the same!!!

[@laugh_til_ithurts]

Seriously 😩

[@BlueWolf884]

Omg I was just saying Terrell is giving Elle the stink eye right now.🤣😂🤣

[@KeyfurHazze]

Yes!

[@r0bz1985]

She should be going on a diet and start working out

[@georgech6006]

I just love how she sang rumor has it and Naya 's part and then she mentioned her name with zero sadness in her voice !! Naya would be so happy to see us singing and dancing and just enjoy ourselves

[@TeniOlulana]

I knew from the terrell show there was no way she would lose, period 💯

[@naetivex5764]

She's very underrated but she's truly one of my faves . All that soul, power, and technique.

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz Ok and so?? Doesn't take away from her immeasurable talent.

[@swaewe3029]

And ur depressed

[@sunsundks3891]

@r0bz ok

[@sunsundks3891]

@r0bz ok but does it matter

[@sunsundks3891]

@r0bz I dont care about her appearance that much and and it's not my work to care about her helf,its on her to be as healthy as she wants

[@Beardlybeloved]

I usually don’t enjoy elle’s song association because I feel like videos feel rushed and the artists don’t sing that much of the songs but when I saw Riley I knew mama was going to deliver the vocals. The talent stays jumping out.

[@razzberry9612]

Watch The Terrell Show it's more fulfilling.

[@theseinstrumentals]

I prefer the shorter vids as someone who just wants to play along

[@teebree0]

you should definitely watch the Terrell show !

[@LukasBolini]

You might like Nat and Alex Wolff's song association vid. It's long af and they're just vibing, much better than the rushed ones

[@bric3839]

Foster... you're cute! Heeeeyyyy!

[@TeniOlulana]

She sang Leon Thomas, as in from victorious, oh my gosh 😱😱

[@MarissaCooperButPoor]

when greatness comes full circle 🔥🔥🔥

[@kupkace92]

ikr? mind blown

[@josephgallo2091]

I thought that but I wasn’t sure!🙏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@arriibacon531]

Ikr he's a lyrical genius on and off the show

[@CandyxXCain89]

Leon is so underrated

[@jockin212]

Riley is a Song of Association champion! Perfect scores everytime she plays! We stan this queen!

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz Your just so rude to her for no reason. She is an incredible singer. One of the best. So if you don't have anything nice to say then why are you here.

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz I pity you. You resort to body shaming of a person who is actually a nice person. Not everybody has to be skinny.

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz I'm not going to be quiet because "I don't have to answer to you"

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz Glad u learnt how ur words are mean. Bye 😁

[@iWasAlayahFirst]

@r0bz you don't have to watch...

[@ShanTalks-Podcast]

Amber Riley is so beautiful & she’s very talented. ❤️

[@-ad3157]

When she started singing Bust the Windows and Rumor has It🤩🤩

[@ichimaruzero9697]

The best singer on glee and she improved her technique even more after the show ended. A truly underappreciated vocalist 💕.

[@mezzosongbird2221]

TRUE! She was my fave as soon as she opened her mouth on glee. I was sick of Lea getting every solo. It was like they had to go against Lea every time the wanted a solo. Naya sang way better than Lea. Naya did a better version of Don't Rain on My Parade than Lea. River Deep Mountain High was my favorite duet on the show. R.I.P Naya 💜

[@malenarivas8910]

@@mezzosongbird2221 who was talkings about lea? lmao

[@gonation9287]

@@mezzosongbird2221 naya does not sing better than lea💀

[@gb8025]

@@gonation9287 bruh yes she does

[@yomomma4352]

@@gonation9287 u must be deaf

[@plusjongin8807]

when i tell y’all her EP is a masterpiece i PROMISE it’s the truth. definitely go listen to it!

[@PotentPotable5]

She really HATES losing. This is like part 3😂😂😂

[@XxQueenChristinaxX]

Amber is killing this rebrand.

[@fitandappy]

The way she ate Always and Forever...we need a full cover.

[@OReily08080]

I adore that song, both Heatwave and Luther versions

[@dandredebonaire]

Can we talk about how gorgeous she looks 😍😍😍😍

[@marquitaparahams]

Absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!

[@lucypreece7581]

Whenever this woman sings i feel cleansed. Like all the bad spirits are purged from my soul. I just exhale and utter just one word "Yes"

[@OReily08080]

I felt that

[@cristi4n.anderson]

she was so happy saiyng "rest in pece bby girl, love u" :,)

[@danieole_music]

The moment the queen started singing Rumour Has It I know she's gonna sing Someone Like You with it

[@sarahkorkin]

Shed tears 3 times in this video 😢 When she talked about Naya. When she sang Someone You Loved. When she sang A Moment.

[@darkempress6378]

Amber is holding back on them vocals,but she still kills it!!

[@Gyy913]

TERRELL she did it again😭❤️

[@britneycook5975]

When she hit me with the Angie off the gate !!! I knew I was in for a treat!!! This girl can sanggggg ima finna listen to the ep

[@domHoe]

Right !!!!

[@scarletgracedumadag9973]

Her runs!!! 😍 Amber Riley is TRULY a QUEEN.

[@melaniecaprio7797]

She deserves so much more attention. I can't wait to listen to her EP

[@TheMarlonChannel]

It's already out

[@princessstanford5947]

I listened to the full album when it came out

[@108mariachi]

Her getting choked up singing rumor has it / someone like you has me crying here RIP naya ❤️

[@ngoziaguariavwodo779]

I felt that too. I choked too. 💔

[@iamswag9017]

She has come so far and she deserves this.

[@diamondsongbird6926]

Omg I can’t believe she knows that song favorite by Leon like I looove him

[@danigogodly9122]

When you've watched the Terelle Show so uk she's competitive and about to get a perfect score. 😂

[@SHASHOTi]

Elle needs to keep showcasing vocal powerhouses like amber Riley and demi lovato should be next

[@SHASHOTi]

@backrolls? I sure hope so 🥺

[@margicates553]

Jasmine Sullivan next!

[@jamisonthomas5811]

she could literally sing anything and it would be perfect

[@mikodwi3629]

when she talked about naya and the song that they sang together suddenly i feel like to watch glee again

[@jericolim9852]

I was worried on the first word and I was like, "No way girl, you didn't miss a single word in Terrell!!"

[@iamlove113]

Some things go better together... Peanut butter & jelly Grits & eggs Terrell & Amber

[@eileen1593]

Facts!

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz U and Excessive Rudeness

[@caccq2524]

@r0bz u and my hand slapping you

[@jodavi5763]

@r0bz you and me forgetting your existence. The perfect match.

[@kominooma6383]

Amber's voice has so many dimensions and layers. I always felt she was the better singer than the other lead actress (forgot her name) in Glee.

[@alexxaaraujo]

THIS GIRL IS SO BEAUTIFUL

[@jahsbalmain]

YES THEY PUT RILEY ON HERE PERIOD

[@TheReal-DRAKEVR]

It’s the real natural teeth for meeeee!!! Almost every celebrity has chose weird overly white chicklet teeth🙄. Her voice 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@isdianemusic]

Probably one of the best voices that have been in Song Association💯🔥

[@pinkmapleflower3996]

Her voice is a revelation. Love you Amber.

[@tatytarts]

She’s so underrated😩🔥💜 I just love her

[@juju0105090]

I love Amber. She seems like she’s so fun to be around.

[@ashleysealy6260]

Me: *singing along with her Also Me : Amber I can't go that high 😂

[@nenej.phillips]

BGE is my second favorite song from the EP cuz Ride exists. I literally listen to it everyday.

[@loveleeeventplanningl.l.c.7539]

Creepin is my fav but Ride has really grown on me

[@latricefunk799]

A Moment, BGE and Ride play in my house everyday.

[@sharniquebrown34]

Temporary and creepin is my favorites

[@jamieoliver379]

She has experince of song association from doing it twice on the Terrell Show.

[@kendreiajohnson9810]

She is so beautiful and her voice is amazing.❤️❤️❤️ Love you Riley ❤️✨✨❤️

[@johnfernandez3971]

literally one of the most iconic and underrated character the glee club has ever produced and they just left her on "the back of the bus"(iykyk)

[@caterinamicheletti971]

When she started singing Rumor has it I was expecting the glee version... and she did it 😍😍

[@ngoziaguariavwodo779]

Man. I cried

[@missthang5654]

Amber singing Chaka did something to me!

[@TheCinderellaPrincess]

She better win this. Terrell gave her EXPERIENCE

[@danielagallardo4292]

She is everything🤭😍

[@ferdikohutama]

I shed a tear when she mentioned naya

[@keishahope8750]

Beautiful black woman... Beautiful voice 🥰.... simple BEAUTIFUL 💯

[@anthonynyemb2418]

What a beautiful voice and woman! A future incredible star 👏👏😍😍

[@geenaharmon3322]

Mercedes was my favourite character and I love her even after the show.. Lovely person, lovely voice.. ❤️💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@Hittheboomerang]

When she dropped the glee mashup of Rumour Has It/Someone Like You - I WAS SENTTTTTT

[@AudiFathur]

I knw her from glee as mercedes jones, my fav character ❤️

[@trinabanerjee]

i love everything about this

[@YandereDame]

I bet Elle is TIRED of us talking about TERRELL 😈😈💀💀💀😈

[@darkempress6378]

She's basically a walking song encyclopedia

[@nessal9977]

Wow she's enchanting when she sings! Best one yet! Thanks Elle!

[@lichi1244eva]

I loved Riley on Glee, I loved Riley on Terrell's show, I love Riley here. LOVE HER!

[@lucasjoseferreira7000]

she's talented, she's amazingly beautiful and her confidence gives me LIFE

[@dawnfoster1071]

Thank you for putting Riley on Song Association. She shows so much range! Beautiful voice

[@amaraarinze]

Her voice is amazing

[@safiyassacredspace]

Whew that Always and Forever! 🖤🖤🖤

[@Bema12699]

I've loved her since glee and I'll continue to love her. Her voice gives me goosebumps EVERY. SINGLE. TIME!!!🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@JaTaunPratt]

Riley continues to be The Queen of Song Association. She's 3/3 right now.

[@r0bz1985]

She's 500 lbs

[@JaTaunPratt]

@@r0bz1985 and you're broke and lonely

[@tina4058]

@@JaTaunPratt period .

[@shirany1]

ahhh have been waiting for this!! she’s incredible one of my favorites!!

[@rebecapereira858]

I WAS WAITING FOR THIS ONE ! TURN IT UP GET IT RILEY

[@BoetPrince]

I've been waiting for this for too long. Thank you Elle

[@axelleroux8810]

I could listen her voice every minutes on every day, i love her so much

[@mezzosongbird2221]

Her EP is 🔥🔥🔥

[@chrislawrence8703]

It is the fact that she changed her name to Riley to get away from the Mercedes and Glee comments and to change the direction to what she wanted yet half the comments...alright let me not

[@anawann]

I ALMOST CRY, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH, I WAS EXPECTING THIS❤

[@Mcvb96]

Rumour has it, Thank you for remembering Naya Rivera ❤️

[@parisbarnes2820]

YESSSSSSSSS I WAS WAITING FOR THIS TO HAPPEN!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾can’t wait to watch this!

[@robertacooper2675]

Amber Riley is so gorgeous🤤💓

[@lavane26]

hooooow is she soooo amazing!!! Her talent, her energy, her beauty... her voice gives me chills.

[@yourmom2325]

Her voice is so soothing Im living for it

[@nthusengmokhesi908]

Such soothing vocals

[@annagallina1136]

she's just so sweet

[@fadhilramadhani1847]

This video could be six hours and I would watch the entirety of it! Her voice❤️

[@amixc0314]

Why is she so amazing! I literally love her

[@Capricorn152]

So so happy for her and her music.

[@renewilson2540]

Riley is truly a gift!!

[@darkandlovely]

Girl now I want to go back and watch season 1 of Glee! Loved, loved, loved Mercedes!! They should have done more with her character

[@edthebank4115]

Riley aka Amber Riley killed it again first with 2 wins on the terell show and now song association what can't she accomplish

[@BoetPrince]

She always gets a perfect score🙌🏽

[@Ryssa767]

She really is a walking music encyclopedia... always gets a perfect score at these games!!

[@sophieadams9815]

Finallyyyyyy I've been waiting for them to have her!!

[@Crownbrownsugar]

Such talent. WOWWWW