Star Search - Beth Hart vs Norma Montiel

Beth Hart singing "Am I the one" vs Norma Montiel on Star Search 1993

[@jenk264]

They way she flies around at the end, she reminds of Mary Catherine on SNL, and I mean that in a very sincere way. It still blows my mind to watch Beth now and think that this firecracker on Star Search ended up playing the Royal Albert Hall and became the most powerful, passionate, sultry, sexy, killer, legendary Blues/Rock/Jazz singer she is today. A true survivor and I am in love with everything about this woman. #womenshistorymonth

[@clotilderomeo]

Beth is the best, the song" I am the one" is strong, sensual, great rock and in the song " Mama this one's for you" there is so much love and emotion and sweetness. I never get tired of listening to Beth every day. Love from Italy, from Rome!😍

[@RobinNielsen-xx4db]

Fricken fantastic! I just discovered her in the last year. I didn't know she was around since the 90's. She's amazing!

[@iamsunnysideup7115]

I found Beth back in her Star Search days but lost track of her somehow. Fast forward to 2020, and the show Suits featured one of her songs, which I adored, but I knew that I had heard that voice before! Sure enough, as soon as I saw her name, I knew that she was the same Berh Hart that I knew from the 80s! What an incredible career this girl carved for herself and shay an incredible talent she has! I'm so happy that I found her again through one of my favorite shows! 🤩🤩🤩

[@rocketpost1]

Beth Hart, one of the greatest singers around today and she still had it 24 years ago. She always puts her heart and soul into every performance.

[@michaelcraig9449]

"Still" had it..in the past tense.. Is English your 2nd language or are you 5 years old?

[@frankzahn295]

Watch Beth Hart live at the paradiso, it will blow your mind!

[@clotilderomeo]

Beth is the best, the song" I am the one" is strong, sensual, great rock and in the song " Mama this one's for you" there is so much love and emotion and sweetness. I never get tired of listening to Beth every day. Love from Italy, from Rome!

[@ronnieguitar99]

You're the one Beth, you are the one.

[@freebird7284]

still sends chills, LOVE BETH HART !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@italo36]

The passion and intensity of Beth Hart was hard to beat

[@j9andphoenix]

Beth must have scared the hell out of them! She was pure passion!

[@BluesAustralia]

WoW!... She's ALWAYS had ''it''

[@drummmmerfish]

holy shnikes, not only did i not know she was on this show, but she took no prisoners. however, norma is just as great in her style of music.

[@averagejohn47]

I went into this rooting for Beth. I’m glad she won and it was well deserved. That said, it’s absolute bullshit for them to do Norma dirty like that. They both had 4 star performances. She sustained the hell out of those notes. The drama, the theatricality, the way she worked the camera and hit her angles. What a BOMBSHELL as well. Two very different artists that should be equally celebrated

[@debramercer5896]

I heard the 2nd singer's voice crack.

[@ben-schulman]

It's not that Norma isn't talented, it's that Norma is a performing a song, whereas Beth is becoming the song. Beth does what few others can do--she's transmitting the music, rather than managing it.

[@dumdum5]

Beth was so adorable she couldn't contain herself she was so cute! What a free spirit !

[@venerahus9952]

This Beth is just crazy and I love it

[@youkyouk7471]

Waouhhhh ! Two Wonderful Singers ....but I adore Beth 🙏❤️🙏

[@10Fokker]

Beth you were amazing back then in America what went wrong. I am glad yo came so often to Europe I have seen you and the band here for getting on 15 years including that fantastic day at the paradeso please keep coming to Europe we all love you and you belong here

[@AnnaIrisGiannaka]

I love so much the way Beth gets enthousiastic every time she wins!!!!

[@elizabethfreshour4828]

She was so busy trying to tell that other girl how good her song was. That was precious.

[@exoticgirl1]

Her voice didn`t change a bit, wow!!! I love this song, she still performs it till this day

[@barbarathomas2508]

If anything Beth's voice has gotten better with age. More control of all that power. More finesse with the phrasing. That was a tough challenge cause Norma has a beautiful voice.

[@jackieobrien-murphy320]

Omg!! An amazing video. Both with so much talent but the right choice was made. 💚💚🌹🍀

[@deannayoung1612]

That strength in Beth's voice, Woah!! She is more then a voice, she's a force!! So strong & the depths of her soul are revealed as she sings!

[@carlosbuendia7642]

Best voice Ever. God bless this beautiful voice

[@jeanettel.6259]

wow.... that young and already making a bestseller song!!! no doubt a born talent. flawless and full of feelings beth rocks!!!

[@jrut003]

😁😁😁 gosh what a powerful voice box beth has both ladies are awesome

[@syk4ryo]

I love this woman!

[@juanitadolen1033]

Wow, I had totally forgot about star search. I also did not know that Beth Hart had some of her beginnings on this show. Love you Beth.....you’re awesome !!!

[@sandraperino5691]

She is my favorite of all time

[@marcsorensen1184]

Watch any of Beths live performances and she is so humble and amazing. The way she dances in front of Joe Bonamassa during his solo..soaking up the moment. What a talented beautiful person.

[@sjladuke75]

So true. That duo is magnificent in concert. My favorites!

[@Mosheshe12]

I had now idea she was on this show, a couple of days ago. And after watching this video I am just more in love with her her voice, her talent, she is flipping amazing! I was introduced to her music and lyrics in 2001 and have been a fan and she's been one of my very favorite top five favorite musicians since.

[@Oystersgetclamydia]

Beth Hart and Danielle Nicole are on my Bucket List...No others!

[@CaterinaBuluggiuTeC]

wonderful since she was a baby! lovely strong!!!!!!!

[@kevinkoch6900]

She's been on my concert bucket list for a long time. Finally April 29th second row I'll be there.

[@kuzineddy2989]

Didn't happen did it? I've been wanting to see her also not sure if that will ever happen now. So sad

[@donzabonza2026]

I sooo want to see Beth live & feel some of that energy she emits. Absolute living legend, God given talent. Fingers toes & eyes crossed for future hopes & Dreams..I will see you live one day! Until then, take care stay safe & may God watch over you. 💒😻🤗✌🌈

[@clotilderomeo]

Beth for ever!!!!

[@kevinhanrahan2255]

Brilliant! no competition no one is gonna beat Beth Hart!

[@patchworkgirl2982]

Nice to see the young, fresh faced Beth. Wow, that voice-! Right from the start.

[@carrieschugar9143]

Beth Hart was amazing then and IMO got even better. She is one of the best vocalists ever and also a fantastic songwriter.

[@shawnmather9232]

nobody can top that, seriously

[@Jen-ud7gk]

2022 she is / was so wonderfull 🥰

[@kuzineddy2989]

Beth Hart and her interaction with the crowd still going strong today. Love her voice gives me chicken skin. I bet she never thought she'd be playing with music greats like Buddy Guy and Jeff Beck.

[@vi2623]

AND Joe Bonamassa ...

[@voluntariodaverdade7216]

Beth linda como sempre,,😍😍😍😘😘😘

[@OriginalPingo]

k barbara estupenda voz e interpretacion la de norma montiel kien iba a penzar k legaria a pisar grandes escenarios en los estados unidos como el de este programa donde fue un gran robo hasta la otra interprete no se lo ceia por k al solo escuchar la maravillosa voz de norma sabia k estaba perdida pero ni modo ahi se vio k existe el racizmo me siento orgulloso de ser de matamoros tamps la tierra de eta estupenda mujer k vonita voz norma te felicito

[@AnnaIrisGiannaka]

GOODNESS!! What did I just find?! Was this the first time beth sang Am I the One??

[@michaelcraig9449]

Probably the 10,000th time she rehearsed it many times, the greats always do.

[@Suusie823]

Where have I been? Beth Hart was on Star Search? I had no idea.

[@brittane1991]

Susie C. I didn't know that either!

[@evalynnetorres7802]

People don't do their Research that's Why!

[@billrice2732]

Don't you love her even more now? I do.

[@billclarke117]

She wasn't just on it. She won it.

[@SewingDee]

Beth, hands down, every time!

[@gmfd76]

I remember this episode--particularly Beth's reaction (the mimed OMG ;) She's also so gracious--clearly she was taken by surprise and tried to communicate that to Norma :)

[@Ser_Yoga]

She was great with red hair too!

[@TheAlbert1A1]

Wowzers lol that energy

[@diegomiranda7996]

Beth Hart es única. Tiene un talento único, de otro planeta.

[@LUckybones25]

What a goofball Beth was lmao. I love it!

[@marisaalanis8145]

Beth, you are the One!

[@sabrinapineda6824]

Hello Miss Beth 💘

[@uhmgeorge]

she has the same antics on stage to this day

[@lastnamefirst4035]

Falling down

[@waynedanberry]

A Song She Wrote! 1:00, "Of Being Your Lover AND Your Slave!" WOW! That's HEAVY/DEEP!

[@1stonewall]

Awesome!

[@JoeAugustAcoustic]

those 80s synths, oof. glad that died. great to hear this song with a stunning blues act

[@OriginalPingo]

k barabara !!!! k estupenda voz la de norma montiel kiero felicitarla por esa maravillosa interpretacion me siento orgulloso de decir k yo la conozco no es mi amiga pero yo si soy amigo de sis hermanos .gilberto y roberto mi tocayo ellos radican en houston tx. pero son orgullosamente de la tierra de rigo tovar. H.MATAMOROS TAMPS.y es muy satisfactorio saber k ella ha pisado grandes escenarios en los estados unidos

[@privatename6566]

What the hel...I want to know why I’ve never seen this recording before. Thank you!

[@randymain7964]

Beth hart true blues singer and best talent !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@hugoblancoblanco4678]

La más maravillosa desde el principio

[@patpazz6540]

Love BETH!!!!!

[@mikedavis6937]

I GOT ADDICTION TO BEATHS SONGWRIGHTING I RELATE I LEAVETHE HE LIGHT ON LIFE IS SO BRIGHT BEING SOBER. BETH HART THE COOLIST CHIC IN THE WORLD AND THE GALEXY TRUE BAD ASS.

[@billhegland5130]

Awesome.... Imagine the 1993 mid teens Joe Bonamassa ripping it with her... talk about a Classic video....

[@mybook614]

100000000000 times Beth!

[@rodneymyers4375]

the poor girl that came on after Beth. that sinking feeling, she must have known she was sunk before she even walked on stage.

[@michaelcraig9449]

Get bent you moron they are both great.

[@carlosbuendia7642]

Close to my fire. Kills me thanks Beth

[@user-qy3ev2jt7t]

I LOVE YOU > BEHT HART !!!!

[@corneliusantonius3108]

WOW jaw drop

[@lisakelso1705]

Beth Harp🎉

[@rhondamcbath6279]

It's crazy that they let Beth perform, seriously CRAZY 🤪... Letting her gyrate across the stage, and most people back then had no idea what this music was even about!!! Hell what am I even saying, people today don't even know what this kinda music was lol....

[@70conrad]

HAHAHAHA! At Beth's reaction to her win and also the "Cannot believe it" to Ed. There is only one Beth Hart and she is incredible. I will say that that Norma was her stiffest competition in the series. Norma is clearly EXTREMELY talented.. had she gone up against anyone but Beth...she would have won.

[@andrewclack4881]

im really glad her talent grew after this because this was hard to watch. A classic talent show performance where everyone tries just a little (lot) too hard.

[@jessicaprado2669]

Norma Montiel ❤

[@Appalachiangirl]

Beth smoked it no brainer on who was going to win this one

[@negralopez5025]

she is the one

[@racerx6041]

"No way". What a great reaction.

[@michaellawrence7349]

Race

[@michaelteret4763]

She is the one.

[@user-tp3ym8xl7t]

Beth best of the best!!!!!!!!!

[@edwardhopwood7193]

Wow! That is all

[@psbii]

Beth kicked ass as usual. The other singer was pretty good also. But Beth is possessed by some force from another dimension.

[@MyTurn-101]

We ALL are and by MANY of them... She managed to beat hers though. Most still deny and/or are enslaved by thiers. BTW, I see the demon maybe even more clear than you do. This wan not arguing against you.

[@caravanoflove4]

wow! no wonder she won.

[@Yvexxx]

Beth💕

[@thekpmckay]

Did anyone bother to tell them Beth wrote that song when she was 15?

[@Maggie-ep8nl]

Beth sings with a lot of passion and like she’s under water.

[@yddub111]

oh, wow. i did not know she wrote that, too. wow

[@user-qy3ev2jt7t]

Beht Hart !!! SUPER !!!!!!!!

[@carollawrie2414]

beth forever

[@mariamclaughlin5970]

Wow, wonder if she's seen this?

[@user-mn7nl5ln4f]

Глаза молодые... ещё голодные...как у волка

[@user-fi6em6bi1m]

Точно подметили, сто баллов.

[@user-lo9sk5qi8k]

Абсолютно верно, и в глазах холодный огонь

[@realitycheck5376]

In all fairness I have to say that, as great as Beth is, Norma is NO joke. I think it's almost unfair to compare them because it is two totally different styles of music. Norma Montiel, in my opinion, has almost an operatic voice and can hold a note for an incredibly long time as I have seen in another video of her. I also think it might have gone better for her if she sang in English as far as appealing to the wider audience. Other than that I think she deserves some props too. Just my two cents.

[@L3onOfKings]

Absolutely, I was thinking that too. It just so happens she was up against a 1-in-a-billion personality and performer.

[@realitycheck5376]

@@L3onOfKings That too. It does seem that Norma may be very popular in her own country and possibly Latin America as well and that she just may be satisfied with that.

[@seizethedayandlive]

i agree: a little more enthusiasm and maybe some cowbells!

[@sidneyboddie69]

I had no idea

[@psbii]

Really, could you imagine coming on stage to sing after Beth Hart? No, just go sit down.

[@michaelcraig9449]

Bullshit. They are both great. You think this other girl is not great? You try it. She is better than all the pop stripper whores and rap devils.

[@Rikkcas]

Norma didn't have a chance-lol

[@angelacaudill537]

Should they be in different categories?

[@kellyant]

Thanks luvvies..............one more take please, but now show a bit of effort...

[@carynvanwyk]

she won.

[@paulmallon9033]

I understand she she went thru some substance abuse issues for a while but she's totally clean now, I wonder if she was on something then because she did seem to be quite a bit hyper when not singing

[@robertbaranyi2067]

Check the girl in pigtails. Gimme shelter, vocals, Orianthi etc.

[@robertbaranyi2067]

Beth hart and Gary hoey.