sorry guys to burst your bubble!!!! stunning voice, vocaly she has it all, and good looking!!!but her stage presence,,, i watched and it felt not a lot!!!!!you know the feeling when you watch a mary j blige peform, or ah better yet areatha ,,,,,you with them singing every note with all your heart!!!!and i just didnt get it !!!!!anyway later!!!
That was the taping of the fox late night show that was originally hosted by Joan Rivers. Once, Arsenio Hall guest hosted he received rave reviews. And he became the host. I was at that taping and was so amazed by Desiree Coleman's range.
Wow! She's covered up and has talent to boot. How things have changed. I remember seeing her in Mama I want to Sing when I was young. She went up so many octaves I thought the windows would shatter. Absolutely loooooove her voice.
Desiree Coleman, Stacy Francis, D'atra Hicks, Jennifer Holiday, Stephanie Mills, Melba Moore & Nell Carter will always be inconquerable Black legendary broadway Queens
Wow! Chills! I watched the movie version of Mama I want to sing. Besides Ms. LaBelle one Desiree gave me goose bumps. Today she'd have to dress half naked, gyrate, wear pounds of make up as well as have a 20 in. waist in order to get coverage in the industry. She is more in the Whitney, Mariah, Christina & Celine catagory. Why Ms. Colemans stands out to me is that her voice is clear, pure as well as powerful. She doesn't over sing like Christina. Her voice has a prettier quality than Mariah's.
@jazzscherzo Please. She's definitely got it. She just doesn't USE it. For example, she's more beautiful than Beyonce'. Her voice blows Beyonce's out the water. Yet, she plays-down her beauty, and even plays-down her singing. Meanwhile, Beyonce' plays her's up.
I do give props to Dez's integrity. Beyonce' plays innocent, yet, works the stroll, more or less.
Though Desiree's not "commercially" successful, she seems to be more successful, than most, as far as real life goes.
Why the hell didn't the band modulate with Desiree at 3:16? I love the sa-pran-uh sangin', but them musicians need to be shot...Be A Lion has to be delivered by everybody, not just the vocalist.
@CDawg When you say modulate, do you mean "key chage"? If so, the band did not modulate and neither did she. The key never changed at 3:16. The singer just chose alternate notes in the same key.
Let me put this to rest...go to stepmills page and listen to stephanie mills version live on broadway..then pick your jaws up off the ground...Nobody and I mean nobody sings this or Home like Stephanie Mills..She owns those songs and don't ever forget it...
hold on i gotta here ashanti range cause this woman pulled some jennifer holiday shit and yall said ashanti put her to shame like fa real i'm bout to watch ashantis version now cause i don't believe i've herd it who sung it originally
She is a great singer but I have to agree that the connection is not there. The performance lacks energy. She's singing a soulful song. Girl needed to get into the Spirit more and let it show out.
just cuz your the original dont mean nothing...look at Idina menzel in wicked. i have heard plenty better Elphabas then her. The one i saw on BWAY was better
Not saying that, to quote you, "just cuz your the original dont mean nothing." I wasn't saying that just because you're the original, you're the best; I was just stating that because she was the original I liked hers the best...she was the VANGUARD for others to succeed. I mean, after all, isn't that the purpose? To succeed the master or the originator?
I went to school with Dez (we both went to the FAME school in NYC). I don't know what you folks are looking for, but you need to see her live. Can any of you go higher than an F two octaves above a high C? She is totally amazing and blessed, and the sweetest person you'd ever want to meet. She is currently married to ex NBA star Mark Jackson.
I've worked with her on a movie..."Pastor Brown" last summer.....she is INCREDIBLE!! Gospel is her forte.....and I am waiting for her 3rd project to drop...she's working on new music now!
But; it was imperfect; because the emtions and the techinques were used in the wrong times. She didn't know how to get the lyrics across. Originally, this song is inspirational, but she didn't exactly portray that. HEr voice is amazing thoughh;
WOW - SHE. IS. INCREDIBLE. BUT - for some reason, I personally didn't like it. I don't know why. There's not doubt she can't sing - she blew the place apart! wooh! But I also see what GospelAccording2Me is saying. Although, I personally don't see it as a problem. Yet I don't like the way she sung it, I don't know why. Maybe It's just Diana Ross Favouritism or something. No doubt she's good looking though - 9/10 :D - She blew me away.
Okay, I know I'm going to get tons of grief for this but I have to say it: I have never thought this girl was anything special. I remember watching this the very night it aired and thinking that Ms. Coleman had major pitch problems. At the time I thought she just needed some polishing and grooming. I was so surprised to see later clips of her and she still had the same issues!! Maybe that's why she's NOT a household name today. Beautiful young lady, though.
I have them as favorites because I enjoy watching them and I think she's a lovely lady. Anyone with decent hearing can tell she's got pitch problems. That comment isn't meant as a slam, it is simply fact. Far from flawless, but that is just my opinion. Obviously the court of public opinion sides with me or Ms. Coleman would be a major recording star. Still, I respect your right to call this performance flawless. Peace. :)
But you're a hypocite if you say you don't mean your comments as a slam because I read your other comments about her and they are not constructive but borderline vicious.
And to your comment that "the court of public opinion sides with you": Are you telling me that no major recording artist has pitch problems?
I'm not a hypocrite at all. I'm simply calling it like I hear it. Regarding comments on other Coleman performances, I don't think any of them are vicious. I admit, some may be viewed as severe, but I think they can also be considered constructive. Also, they are just MY opinions. And, I didn't say that there are no major artists with pitch problems. There are a number of vocalists that have problems holding their pitch in live settings. Obviously, Ms. Coleman is one of them.
on the intro: it's almost like patti can't bring herself to praise anybody but herself. just kidding. i remember desiree coleman from her role in the film GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN in which she sang and acted so powerfully and so beautifully.
I remember seeing this when it first aired and I have been wanted to see it again every since. I saw this performance on Arsenio that one time as high school senior and the memory has lasted all these years. Her performance brings tears to my eyes. Thank you thank you for posting this video. She is a true talent.
I remember watching this show the night it aired. I was stunned by the power of Desiree's voice. She is amazing. Thanks for posting the clip. I appreciate her voice even more today.
Oh in my original message I forgot to mention and a student and alumni of the world acclaimed High School of Music and Art "The Fame" school. She was the soprano section of the gospel music chorus.
God told her to "sing for me" Thats what she's doing. Hey, i am not even a churchgoer, but i can see she has an ora about her. She is a lovely human being.
Have you ever felt, as though you head is about to explode? I hope i am not getting ill. But if thats what happening i appreciate it. What a singer, what a voice. absolutely lovely. Thank you for this.
Maybe it's good that she didn't become famous. She may have even decided to chose her family first. Hollywood is a beast. She's stable with a stable family.
i was like....she's not gonna be that great if she didn't get recognition, damn that means there are TALENTED ASS BITCHES OUT THERE!! that never got a chance, WHY!!!!!! annie lennox...WHY!!!!
Jesus this was a singing child who did not get what she deserved! She was a real singer like Shanice, Tracie Spencer and so many others and who are we stuck with Now!!!
DEZ's voice is phenominal and if you haven't heard DEZ's voice then you need to hear her voice. DEZ never became the big star that she should have become.
WHEW!! Bless ya for sharing all this good stuff by Dez. Been searching for it for a good long while. She's still the same sweet, humble child of God that you see on these videos and God has just strengthened those pipes! Dez, we are gonna need you to step on out and show the world what true anointing is.
Awesome, she is one of the most talented singer that has never gotten her recognition. She has bubbled under for years and has more to offer than most singers today. Glad to see her finally on you tube.
sorry guys to burst your bubble!!!! stunning voice, vocaly she has it all, and good looking!!!but her stage presence,,, i watched and it felt not a lot!!!!!you know the feeling when you watch a mary j blige peform, or ah better yet areatha ,,,,,you with them singing every note with all your heart!!!!and i just didnt get it !!!!!anyway later!!!
jbblues100 3 weeks ago
hahah i remember him from COMING TO AMERICA!!!!!!!! loved him
peace4208 1 month ago
I have been looking for a recording of this for years. Love Desiree singing this.
musicgyrle 2 months ago
That was the taping of the fox late night show that was originally hosted by Joan Rivers. Once, Arsenio Hall guest hosted he received rave reviews. And he became the host. I was at that taping and was so amazed by Desiree Coleman's range.
Koolson1 4 months ago
They could really sing in the 80's
DrPhilmobetta 4 months ago
Wow! She's covered up and has talent to boot. How things have changed. I remember seeing her in Mama I want to Sing when I was young. She went up so many octaves I thought the windows would shatter. Absolutely loooooove her voice.
Risse227 8 months ago
Desiree Coleman, Stacy Francis, D'atra Hicks, Jennifer Holiday, Stephanie Mills, Melba Moore & Nell Carter will always be inconquerable Black legendary broadway Queens
deeblk07 8 months ago
@deeblk07 you r so right
tweety26s 3 months ago
Yes, she's very pretty and a great singer!
tangy2008dav 8 months ago
Sing Girl! I remember when I viewed this performance on Television long ago! lol
leslieberger 11 months ago
Wow! Chills! I watched the movie version of Mama I want to sing. Besides Ms. LaBelle one Desiree gave me goose bumps. Today she'd have to dress half naked, gyrate, wear pounds of make up as well as have a 20 in. waist in order to get coverage in the industry. She is more in the Whitney, Mariah, Christina & Celine catagory. Why Ms. Colemans stands out to me is that her voice is clear, pure as well as powerful. She doesn't over sing like Christina. Her voice has a prettier quality than Mariah's.
seelois 11 months ago
@jazzscherzo Please. She's definitely got it. She just doesn't USE it. For example, she's more beautiful than Beyonce'. Her voice blows Beyonce's out the water. Yet, she plays-down her beauty, and even plays-down her singing. Meanwhile, Beyonce' plays her's up.
I do give props to Dez's integrity. Beyonce' plays innocent, yet, works the stroll, more or less.
Though Desiree's not "commercially" successful, she seems to be more successful, than most, as far as real life goes.
MySugarWallz 11 months ago
@jazzscherzo That's only 'cause she's not hoe-ish.
MySugarWallz 11 months ago
I sure do remember this. WOW!
MamaTrina 1 year ago
Why the hell didn't the band modulate with Desiree at 3:16? I love the sa-pran-uh sangin', but them musicians need to be shot...Be A Lion has to be delivered by everybody, not just the vocalist.
CDawg 1 year ago
@CDawg WOW...wonderful comment and observation! they really missed it!
skills1ent 1 year ago
@CDawg You're right. That kind of threw me. ANY good church band would have known to take it up a step with her right there. WHACK!
carnivaltriumph86 1 year ago
@CDawg When you say modulate, do you mean "key chage"? If so, the band did not modulate and neither did she. The key never changed at 3:16. The singer just chose alternate notes in the same key.
TruthSerum101 1 year ago
Sang Mrs. Coleman-Jackson...
damonemontez 1 year ago
i love her wobbly, judy garland belting!!
couturesixfour 1 year ago
Well it was nice. But it's not in the original key.... so that's cheating a bit. Lol :) She doesnt have any soul at all.
FinestFemale10 2 years ago
its lacking something...she can sing no doubt. but somthing isnt there
2009lilmoe 2 years ago
Let me put this to rest...go to stepmills page and listen to stephanie mills version live on broadway..then pick your jaws up off the ground...Nobody and I mean nobody sings this or Home like Stephanie Mills..She owns those songs and don't ever forget it...
hotboi4uonly 2 years ago
no ashanti killied it...go on my page and look at it...she sung the hell out that song...she put desiree to shame, seriously
KingDeek912 2 years ago
hold on i gotta here ashanti range cause this woman pulled some jennifer holiday shit and yall said ashanti put her to shame like fa real i'm bout to watch ashantis version now cause i don't believe i've herd it who sung it originally
DOMINIW5 2 years ago
That was irritating!
thanitos123 2 years ago
She is a great singer but I have to agree that the connection is not there. The performance lacks energy. She's singing a soulful song. Girl needed to get into the Spirit more and let it show out.
dorindaclarkcole 2 years ago
ashanti sung this song so well. she put all others to shame imo
igetthatgoodjugg 2 years ago
@igetthatgoodjugg are you being sarcastic?
MySugarWallz 11 months ago
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@MySugarWallz no im not
igetthatgoodjugg 11 months ago
Diana Ross sings the hell out of this song.
buddyjb5 2 years ago
Yes she fraking does!
Orctrist 2 years ago
I think Stephanie Mills does it best. I mean, after all, she's the original...
mickieggie 2 years ago
just cuz your the original dont mean nothing...look at Idina menzel in wicked. i have heard plenty better Elphabas then her. The one i saw on BWAY was better
2009lilmoe 2 years ago
Not saying that, to quote you, "just cuz your the original dont mean nothing." I wasn't saying that just because you're the original, you're the best; I was just stating that because she was the original I liked hers the best...she was the VANGUARD for others to succeed. I mean, after all, isn't that the purpose? To succeed the master or the originator?
mickieggie 2 years ago
I see your point :) they were first for a reason
2009lilmoe 2 years ago
I went to school with Dez (we both went to the FAME school in NYC). I don't know what you folks are looking for, but you need to see her live. Can any of you go higher than an F two octaves above a high C? She is totally amazing and blessed, and the sweetest person you'd ever want to meet. She is currently married to ex NBA star Mark Jackson.
mickieggie 2 years ago
I've worked with her on a movie..."Pastor Brown" last summer.....she is INCREDIBLE!! Gospel is her forte.....and I am waiting for her 3rd project to drop...she's working on new music now!
HeavyDee 2 years ago
Her new song is on here, on YouTube. You should check it out! :)
mickieggie 2 years ago
Wow, you folks are coming down hard. Wasn't the best vocal performance, but the sound quality/recording is poor as well - turn the treble down
b1dgdbx 2 years ago 2
She has no feeling...she can sing herself to death but if theres no emotion theres no point. PERIOD
Blackarican687 2 years ago
her voice is amazing but she does not connect with the audience.
DonDiva4u03 2 years ago
DAMN, that was good.
But; it was imperfect; because the emtions and the techinques were used in the wrong times. She didn't know how to get the lyrics across. Originally, this song is inspirational, but she didn't exactly portray that. HEr voice is amazing thoughh;
3musketeerSNOW 2 years ago
Gurl U Better Sang Huney!!!!!! And Ya Look Good
PrinceEnvi 2 years ago
HOLY CRAP!!!
she is amazing
qtpa2tea 2 years ago
wow... just wow
shynsexy12 3 years ago
WOW - SHE. IS. INCREDIBLE. BUT - for some reason, I personally didn't like it. I don't know why. There's not doubt she can't sing - she blew the place apart! wooh! But I also see what GospelAccording2Me is saying. Although, I personally don't see it as a problem. Yet I don't like the way she sung it, I don't know why. Maybe It's just Diana Ross Favouritism or something. No doubt she's good looking though - 9/10 :D - She blew me away.
18User 3 years ago
Okay, I know I'm going to get tons of grief for this but I have to say it: I have never thought this girl was anything special. I remember watching this the very night it aired and thinking that Ms. Coleman had major pitch problems. At the time I thought she just needed some polishing and grooming. I was so surprised to see later clips of her and she still had the same issues!! Maybe that's why she's NOT a household name today. Beautiful young lady, though.
GospelAccording2ME 3 years ago
If you believe Desiree has "major pitch problems" why are so many of her videos favorited in your YouTube profile?
This performance is flawless and you know it!
stuyone 3 years ago
I have them as favorites because I enjoy watching them and I think she's a lovely lady. Anyone with decent hearing can tell she's got pitch problems. That comment isn't meant as a slam, it is simply fact. Far from flawless, but that is just my opinion. Obviously the court of public opinion sides with me or Ms. Coleman would be a major recording star. Still, I respect your right to call this performance flawless. Peace. :)
GospelAccording2ME 3 years ago
But you're a hypocite if you say you don't mean your comments as a slam because I read your other comments about her and they are not constructive but borderline vicious.
And to your comment that "the court of public opinion sides with you": Are you telling me that no major recording artist has pitch problems?
stuyone 3 years ago
I'm not a hypocrite at all. I'm simply calling it like I hear it. Regarding comments on other Coleman performances, I don't think any of them are vicious. I admit, some may be viewed as severe, but I think they can also be considered constructive. Also, they are just MY opinions. And, I didn't say that there are no major artists with pitch problems. There are a number of vocalists that have problems holding their pitch in live settings. Obviously, Ms. Coleman is one of them.
GospelAccording2ME 3 years ago
just leave him/her alone. You're starting an almost unneccessary argument. He/She acknowledged ur point of view - gheesh! Some ppl.... honestly...
18User 3 years ago
I guess Patti Labelle doesn't know a good singer when she hears one...
jdfodio 3 years ago
great hair, Patti!
haha
Desiree, that was genius
babbagecabb 3 years ago
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sometimes I think muh boobz are 2 big. LOL
LOL wat am I doing naked ONline at this time?>?? i have no idea! gv
brittani88 3 years ago
lol - WTH?!
18User 3 years ago
on the intro: it's almost like patti can't bring herself to praise anybody but herself. just kidding. i remember desiree coleman from her role in the film GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN in which she sang and acted so powerfully and so beautifully.
branchwater7 3 years ago 2
Wow shes really pretty and I love that song!
Orctrist 3 years ago 4
I remember seeing this when it first aired and I have been wanted to see it again every since. I saw this performance on Arsenio that one time as high school senior and the memory has lasted all these years. Her performance brings tears to my eyes. Thank you thank you for posting this video. She is a true talent.
KIJ8000 3 years ago
You sure "ARE A LION" Desiree!!!!!! your spirit touches me everytime!!!
Marcia6683 3 years ago
amen!!! Sang girl!!
victorialovespatrick 3 years ago
Moving...simply moving performance..SANG GIRL!!!
LaFinlay 3 years ago
Q-Borough STAND UP!!!!!
QDNYC 3 years ago
I remember watching this show the night it aired. I was stunned by the power of Desiree's voice. She is amazing. Thanks for posting the clip. I appreciate her voice even more today.
KAIZER2000 3 years ago
Greatest singer in the game, from the church to, Mama I want to sing, to Hollywood, to wife, Not bad for a girl from Queens New York.
ELEmpress1 3 years ago
DITTO!!!. No one has inspired me, touched me or made me cry more than Desiree (which by the way is pronounced ree not ray)
stuyone 3 years ago
Thanks for your comment to me regarding Desiree not Desiray, I can hear Mama Coleman calling her now.....
ELEmpress1 3 years ago
Oh in my original message I forgot to mention and a student and alumni of the world acclaimed High School of Music and Art "The Fame" school. She was the soprano section of the gospel music chorus.
ELEmpress1 3 years ago
God told her to "sing for me" Thats what she's doing. Hey, i am not even a churchgoer, but i can see she has an ora about her. She is a lovely human being.
replyform 3 years ago 2
Her husband never became "the next great point guard", and she never became "the next great singer".
86pimp3 3 years ago
Wow. O.O
theRubyRunner 4 years ago
Have you ever felt, as though you head is about to explode? I hope i am not getting ill. But if thats what happening i appreciate it. What a singer, what a voice. absolutely lovely. Thank you for this.
replyform 4 years ago
Maybe it's good that she didn't become famous. She may have even decided to chose her family first. Hollywood is a beast. She's stable with a stable family.
Aaimah 4 years ago 2
i was like....she's not gonna be that great if she didn't get recognition, damn that means there are TALENTED ASS BITCHES OUT THERE!! that never got a chance, WHY!!!!!! annie lennox...WHY!!!!
crzy4mulans 4 years ago 9
Jesus this was a singing child who did not get what she deserved! She was a real singer like Shanice, Tracie Spencer and so many others and who are we stuck with Now!!!
DonDiva4u03 4 years ago
DEZ's voice is phenominal and if you haven't heard DEZ's voice then you need to hear her voice. DEZ never became the big star that she should have become.
snuka12000 4 years ago
WHEW!! Bless ya for sharing all this good stuff by Dez. Been searching for it for a good long while. She's still the same sweet, humble child of God that you see on these videos and God has just strengthened those pipes! Dez, we are gonna need you to step on out and show the world what true anointing is.
quyetstorm 4 years ago
Oh my I remember this as if it was yesterday, we were singing in the same group then and going ot the same church!!!!
Thanks for the post
awm1006 4 years ago
This is a flawless performance by an amazing singer!
I love her!
stuyone 4 years ago
i wonder what happen to her
woo3131 4 years ago
Awesome, she is one of the most talented singer that has never gotten her recognition. She has bubbled under for years and has more to offer than most singers today. Glad to see her finally on you tube.
lb33169 4 years ago