Nobody diss Beyonce. Etta James is a legend, and will always be with her phenomenal impact on the soul of music. She is gold. But without the shadow of a doubt. In 50 years, trust me, Beyonce will be seen as the ultimate music genius and we will tribute to her. Generation after Generation.
etta james doesnt like beyonce beacuse beyonce was portraying etta james in a movie who she knew nothing about. they have never met before so how would beyonce know how to be etta james. Etta James doesn't like Obama either for allowing beyonce to sing At Last for him.
I just don't get why she needs to scream so much after the bridges, I find it a little excessive and messes up the song a little bit, cause you can't hear the instruments.
Sometimes it's best to keep it simple and sing only when necessary.
I can't believe the haters. So you prefer Etta's version, very highbrow of you. I agree Etta does it better and Xtina is closer. Beyonce is not the right person to sing her music, but you just can't say Beyonce sucks. She sang it beautifully. Haters, why don't you get up and sing it y'all.
@raymaleyt um Xtina doesnt have the SOulful "grunts/grouwls/ and melissma SHE Doesnt even sing the lyrics proper she does " YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH " etc riffs there and there it sounds a mess and specialy her STRAINs at B4 and C5
Beyonce is not even a real artist anymore. She' s just an Illuminati puppet makin music about sex, and cash. I' m glad people are waking up and rebelling.
While you guys watch the illuminati government bomb children, send soldiers dying for oil and worry about listening to ''cool'' music and try to look with as much ''swag'' as you want, we the people that are not cowards will fight. Fight for love, freedom, progression. On Wall Street, in Lybia, Anonymous. SOPA law fell, and so will the Illuminati and the government. When your children will ask you if you joined to change their future, tell them how more important Beyonce new song.
IS THIS HER IDEA OF SULTRY? ETTA' IS BETTER-EARTHIER-STRONGER-IT SENDS CHILLS.BEYONCE IS ALL CHOPS & SURFACE POLISH.YET,SHE DOESN'T INHABIT THE SONG,AT ALL.SHE'S TOO SURE OF HERSELF-TO NARCISSISTIC TO CONVEY THE LONGING OF LOVE FOR ANOTHER~THERE'S NO ONE ELSE ON HER MIND,BUT HERSELF.IT'S,YET ANOTHER SLICK,SHOWY,FLAWLESS,PRETENTIOUS & DULL STAR TURN-WITHOUT ANY SOUL OR CHARACTER.LISTEN,SHE'S A GOOD MIDDLE CLASS KID FEIGNING THE BLUES FOR WHITE PEOPLE~IT'S BLACK-LITE FOR HONKIES
She did this performance because she's playing Etta in a movie... She's doing a tribute. I think it's a good thing, not a bad thing so why people has to be so negative??? And Beyonce admires Etta so why hating on her? Anyway, Beyonce is talented too... Of course it won't be the same, it's not her song.
Beyonce does "At Last" better than Etta ever did, but maybe I prefer feminine women over "bad girls", including Beyonce. Etta's version is one of the 1st 45 RPMs I owned, but not by choice (received as a present). Have you ever listened to this song done by Glen Miller & His Orch. with singers Ray Eberle and Lynn Bari from 15+ years earlier than Etta's version, before the art of pop music started to deteriorate? Take a look at our true American music before you hoist Ms. James up too high.
Can't fake SOUL, if you ain't got any. It takes a life time of struggle, fighting for who you are to hit that perfect spine/nerve hitting frequency. It's no one's fault. Men/Women of that era were a product of their time. Their personal lives in backdrop of racism/CivilRightsMovement, fight for their own identity w/in their black community vs.the outside world is what yielded that pain/joy & finding that perfect note to signify it all
No way around it: NO current R&B stars can replicate that.
WHY IS EVERYONE SO ANGRY AT BEYONCE ! SHE SANG THIS SONG AS A TRIBUTE AS SHE STATED BEFORE SHE CAME ON STAGE COME ON GUYS CANT WE JUST ENJOY THE TRIBUTE AND REMEMBER ETTA IN A HAPPY LIGHT
Etta should have been flattered by Beyonces tribute to her, That is what it was all about Paying a legend tribute. It is sad that Etta took it as an insult that she was not asked to sing instead. Tributes like this have been given other legends many other times . I prefer to believe it was Etta's dementia that sent her into a dark place of believing she was being disrespected by the president , instead of the truth that she she was being HONORED, and Beyonce did that beautifully !!
i think etta james was upset because it took so long for people to pay tribute to her. now etta james is only being recognized because of beyonce's role in cadillac records? if you ask me the whole thing was meant to promote beyonce, not to give thanks to etta.
Was Beyonce asked to do a parody of Etta James? Probably, not... but it turned out to be just a parody. Complete lack of a human personality under the stage name of The Beyonce.
Another great loss to the world of jazz and blues Mrs. James I'll miss your voice and amazing songs. Rest forever in peace and thank you for amazing time
if you watch the videos beyounce, gave etta james praise for her song at last, she stated if it was not for her etta james,i beyounce could have not done it without you so stop hatin and get over it and let ms.etta rest in paradise, her music still lives on forever..............................
She look's absolutely LOVELY, but does no justice to this song. Love you Beyonce, but this is not quite right for you, but I appreciate your take on it.
Beyonce credited Etta for such talent and triumphs not to mention that she sang her songs so well. I love both of these sings for who they are. Rip Etta James.
What Etta James had to say about Beyonce...love it!!!
"You know that woman he had singing for him, singing my song -- she's gonna get her a** whipped. The great Beyonce ... But I can't stand Beyonce. She has no business up there, singing up there on a big ol' president day ... singing my song that I've been singing forever."
@someone2know77 "James later said she was just joking, but she also added that she was disappointed that she wasn't asked to sing for the president. James is survived by her husband Artis Mills, two sons, four grandchildren, and a legacy that will no doubt inspire many imitators in the years to come." ;)
@someone2know77 I understand why Etta was upset. Remember Etta was raised during a time when she couldn't walk through the front door of the same clubs she would perform in. Her performing for the first Black President would have been a great historic moment for her.
Una pena... una gran voz y unos grandes temas para recordar...espero que allá donde estés puedas seguir cantando y emocionando a quienes tengas a tu lado. RIP.
Whats the matter with you people with all the hate to Beyonce?!
She made a tribute , she didn't stole the song or tried to be like Etta..although she sang amazing and her voice is breathtaking , Etta sings is it way better that's true.
@Hephaestud It is true that Beyonce is the next Etta James and Ella fitzgerald , Beyonce is amazing in every kind of way..her voice is something that you are born with , a gift.
@CloudxDark beyonce the next etta, please!!! dont even compare beyonce with Etta, don't even go there cuz beyonce's voice is nothing compared to etta's and she will NEVER be something like etta, she should stick to the dancing and pop music.
@Maryland765 She is not trying to be like Etta she just going to be a legend like them , and beside Beyonce is an R&B singer not pop and her voice is timeless
@CloudxDark I agree with you completely. There could never be such a Beautiful and Naughty Lady as our Etta. lol This vid was done as a tribute to her and nothing wrong with that. Thank you..x
Beyonce's apppearence is vu distracting. Close your eyes and you can hear the flat notes, and artificial embellishments. She is better off lip syncing to her studio recordings, as live performances bring out her brass. Etta's voice is so raw and passionate. Miss you Etta,! RIP
No disrespect to Etta James but no 1 gives credit to Ella Fitzgerald , Sarah Vaughan , Billie Holiday or the others .. the made way for Etta. idk i just think ppl by pass the others who open doors as well. BTW Etta didn't even like the fact that she was mimicked but Beyonce
Blah blah blah boo hoo take your frustration out on Beyonce. You say all this and that but at the END OF THE DAY youre watching Beyonce not Etta. Beyonce has your mind and your view :)
[R.I.P. Etta James] -You always brought Peace, Comfort, and Joy to my heart through your angelical songs, my whole childhood life; and here you are with your sweet lovely anlgelical voice in my ears once again... It's been a long time...
May peace, love, comfort, and joy find you at Heavens Gates "HE IS YOURS AT LAST!" Until we met again... You will always be alive in my heart. [R.I.P. Etta James] ~♥~Your sister in Christ Debbie ~♥~
nice try but no cigar... Etta's soulful singing has depth. this version is very top surface and cute. turned it off in the middle, no hatingnp, just telling truth.
@Bran814 Nobody will ever sing this song like Etta, but Beyonce in her own style does a magnificent job...She's an amazing singer, and could never ruined any song.
elle vient de partir, avec elle notre coeur meurtri, à jamais seul, esseulés, sans larmes, nous pleurons tous en chansons, repose-toi en paix Etta James, tes mélodies diffusées dans l'air que l'on respire jusqu'à ton paradis, Etta eternellement.
Beyonce really outdid herself with this tribute to Ms Etta James. Just listening causes me to hold my breath...get that same feeling no matter how many times I replay it!!!! Listening to it like it's my first time....One of the "Greatest" has left this earth today, but we will treasure the gift that you left for us. <3 RIP<3
Good job Beyoncé here. I'm so sad for her murder, she will be a true legend forever, her voice was full of passion, she knew how to make you feel chills. Thank you very much Etta for your music.
@shaeboo113 Oh, I'm sorry, but I speak spanish, only write in english for more people understand me (aggg google translate) Sorry, I know that she has died of leukemia.
Etta, thank you for so beautifully representing my generation. Your life and music will be eternally here on earth for all who come later to enjoy and praise you for a life well lived.
I used to really dislike Beyonce... but after seeing this, and ESPECIALLY her headlining performance at Glastonbury 2011, I have a new found respect in a modern day soul legend!
And R.I.P. Etta James... Beyonce, and those like her, will continue your legacy!
Beyonce doesn't have that depth and soul and power in her voice where as Etta had effortless soul and power in her voice and this is why Etta was pissed at B.
Beyonce is a beautiful singer and no one can deny that but her voice is world's apart from Ettas. Etta's voice was like a fog horn with soul and force. Beyonce's voice is more pop.
Why do people not want to come into the 21st Century and stop putting singers of today down as just 'entertainers.' Their is still good music today it has just evolved. Some people seem to just hate change.
Sorry Bey, Xtina's version has way more soul & emotion.
WeaponsOfSeduction 1 hour ago
@WeaponsOfSeduction no it doesn't. Christina sings this with a fraction of the emotion beyonce or ms. etta had.
hannahpanics 25 minutes ago
Prefer Christina Aguilera, sorry.
selenatorfiero 1 hour ago
Beyonce doesn't have a soul or an ounce of it in her.PERIOD!!!
Ayejay86 2 hours ago
Etta didn't like Beyonce singing this but Beyonce still had respect for Etta. We can get along just look past imperfection.
RedSte 2 hours ago
Own style , just perfect B!!!!!!!,that's why you are such a big STAR
balcduino 10 hours ago
Beyonce didn't do so bad. But shes a bit too high for Etta
ShadowGurl9231 12 hours ago
Nobody diss Beyonce. Etta James is a legend, and will always be with her phenomenal impact on the soul of music. She is gold. But without the shadow of a doubt. In 50 years, trust me, Beyonce will be seen as the ultimate music genius and we will tribute to her. Generation after Generation.
TheZena56 16 hours ago
@TheZena56 RIGHT ON!!!!
arizonan4u 3 hours ago
I would love to see Beyonce do an album of all torch songs...
oldsalt97 20 hours ago
Etta's version was ballsy. Beyonce's version is to sanitized
RImusclebear1 1 day ago 3
I liked it :]
fuluxxx 1 day ago
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Hey, please watch my cover of this song! :)
star15615 1 day ago
blond girl talks to much:/
into357 1 day ago
Sorry Beyoncé. Go sing " single girls"...
MsRo1959 1 day ago
etta james doesnt like beyonce beacuse beyonce was portraying etta james in a movie who she knew nothing about. they have never met before so how would beyonce know how to be etta james. Etta James doesn't like Obama either for allowing beyonce to sing At Last for him.
100Amerie001 1 day ago
sad still myself. RIP Etta.
MrConradobalderas 1 day ago
Beyonce respects her alot she knows that Etta pave the way for black artist. Stop hating on Beyonce or Ettta they were both divas in their time.
clchawaii09 1 day ago
I never understood why Etta was hatin Bey gave her sooo much credit and respect. RIP Ms.James
ComeliaO7 1 day ago 5
beyonces good, really good, but singers todays dont have that style, just dont have it.
Supercalifragilis7 2 days ago
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She sang it very well. She really did.
I just don't get why she needs to scream so much after the bridges, I find it a little excessive and messes up the song a little bit, cause you can't hear the instruments.
Sometimes it's best to keep it simple and sing only when necessary.
jgg87 2 days ago
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jgg87 2 days ago
Wwwwhhoooooooo else but ettaaaaa rest in peace ...
perezroll 2 days ago
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It's not about battling the original artists when I record these songs, it's about paying tribute to them.
-Etta James
Tribute to the singer who changed America, Rest in Peace Etta James.
jamesfeww 2 days ago
It's true Beyonce can not sing this song like Etta,but she is very talented and she sang the song very beautifully!
stlsexydude 3 days ago
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Hey I've uploaded a video of myself doing a cover of this song, please watch it and let me know what you think :)
star15615 3 days ago
I can't believe the haters. So you prefer Etta's version, very highbrow of you. I agree Etta does it better and Xtina is closer. Beyonce is not the right person to sing her music, but you just can't say Beyonce sucks. She sang it beautifully. Haters, why don't you get up and sing it y'all.
raymaleyt 3 days ago
@raymaleyt um Xtina doesnt have the SOulful "grunts/grouwls/ and melissma SHE Doesnt even sing the lyrics proper she does " YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH " etc riffs there and there it sounds a mess and specialy her STRAINs at B4 and C5
beyonceboy100 1 day ago
Man they needed someone with soul to sing this song!
b4evergra3ce 3 days ago
@b4evergra3ce soul? are you kidding??
drigao16 2 days ago
Wow she sucks ass Christina is 1000000000000000000000000000000 times better
TheLesperkins 3 days ago
Beyonce is not even a real artist anymore. She' s just an Illuminati puppet makin music about sex, and cash. I' m glad people are waking up and rebelling.
saramichealhpt 3 days ago
@saramichealhpt fuck you!
drigao16 2 days ago
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@drigao16
While you guys watch the illuminati government bomb children, send soldiers dying for oil and worry about listening to ''cool'' music and try to look with as much ''swag'' as you want, we the people that are not cowards will fight. Fight for love, freedom, progression. On Wall Street, in Lybia, Anonymous. SOPA law fell, and so will the Illuminati and the government. When your children will ask you if you joined to change their future, tell them how more important Beyonce new song.
saramichealhpt 2 days ago
@drigao16
So, yes, fuck you. Because people woke up and are rebelling, and there ain' t nothing you can do about it. It' s called change. Fucking tool.
saramichealhpt 2 days ago
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saramichealhpt 2 days ago
I absolutely concur with most in that this is no where close to how well Ms. Etta James sang this song. Beyonce is good and all, but damn....
smoothgoat 4 days ago
I love beyonce's version, but why didn't Etta James just sing it?
MegaAmericanidolfan 4 days ago
IS THIS HER IDEA OF SULTRY? ETTA' IS BETTER-EARTHIER-STRONGER-IT SENDS CHILLS.BEYONCE IS ALL CHOPS & SURFACE POLISH.YET,SHE DOESN'T INHABIT THE SONG,AT ALL.SHE'S TOO SURE OF HERSELF-TO NARCISSISTIC TO CONVEY THE LONGING OF LOVE FOR ANOTHER~THERE'S NO ONE ELSE ON HER MIND,BUT HERSELF.IT'S,YET ANOTHER SLICK,SHOWY,FLAWLESS,PRETENTIOUS & DULL STAR TURN-WITHOUT ANY SOUL OR CHARACTER.LISTEN,SHE'S A GOOD MIDDLE CLASS KID FEIGNING THE BLUES FOR WHITE PEOPLE~IT'S BLACK-LITE FOR HONKIES
nikossyren88 4 days ago
She did this performance because she's playing Etta in a movie... She's doing a tribute. I think it's a good thing, not a bad thing so why people has to be so negative??? And Beyonce admires Etta so why hating on her? Anyway, Beyonce is talented too... Of course it won't be the same, it's not her song.
maxbibeau999 4 days ago
@maxbibeau999 I have to agree with you also...good on ya!! x
sleepytimegalz 3 days ago
Sing the song.
georgerannie 4 days ago
Wow beyonce really sucks bad
TheLesperkins 4 days ago
Dam beyonce sucks......Glad Christina is singing the tribute at the grammys:-) And Etta hated beyonce and loved Christina so very much:-)
TheLesperkins 4 days ago
This is very sweet. Etta said those things because she was suffering from dementia
SoldierTS 4 days ago
Damnn Bey gave me chills! I hate that Etta said those things about her but she was old lol. Maybe she didn't know what she was saying lol
mamitachocolate 4 days ago
I don't agree she sang it better, she tends to over sing imo
rockgrrly 4 days ago
Forever Etta.Rip.
sucisimo33 4 days ago
Beyonce does "At Last" better than Etta ever did, but maybe I prefer feminine women over "bad girls", including Beyonce. Etta's version is one of the 1st 45 RPMs I owned, but not by choice (received as a present). Have you ever listened to this song done by Glen Miller & His Orch. with singers Ray Eberle and Lynn Bari from 15+ years earlier than Etta's version, before the art of pop music started to deteriorate? Take a look at our true American music before you hoist Ms. James up too high.
DickWhittington1000 4 days ago
Bey is good but Etta put some jazz in. It. R.I.p Etta
MrKae25 4 days ago
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Can't fake SOUL, if you ain't got any. It takes a life time of struggle, fighting for who you are to hit that perfect spine/nerve hitting frequency. It's no one's fault. Men/Women of that era were a product of their time. Their personal lives in backdrop of racism/CivilRightsMovement, fight for their own identity w/in their black community vs.the outside world is what yielded that pain/joy & finding that perfect note to signify it all
No way around it: NO current R&B stars can replicate that.
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RosenKrantz666 4 days ago
Maybe Etta was mad cause Beyonce sang it better.. That's not a question. No disrespect, rip Etta.
Good job Beyonce, love you baby girl! <3
TheRigoDeleon 5 days ago
One of the meany reasons I love Beyonce <333
RIP Etta <333 love u.
mimcece12 5 days ago
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RECOMMENDED: DANGERUS DIVA TRIBUTE TO ETTA JAMES!! SEARCH " DANGERUS DIVA SINGS AT LAST"
1diehardrnbfan 5 days ago
she looks half white.is that right?
tomcat624u 5 days ago
@tomcat624u Etta said her daddy was the pool player Minnesota Fats
Ronald00o1 5 days ago
linda homenagem. Beyonce com sua voz limpa e melodiosa.,...
marlames 5 days ago
Why beyonce gotta be so fine!!!?
DJQet 5 days ago
I like the Beyonce version better than the original. No disrespect to Ms. James
MrSam250099 5 days ago
@MrSam250099- yes its smoother and prettier
nlcatter 5 days ago
Etta still sang it best, no'one can do it like her. RIP Etta.
karjunebug 5 days ago 33
WHY IS EVERYONE SO ANGRY AT BEYONCE ! SHE SANG THIS SONG AS A TRIBUTE AS SHE STATED BEFORE SHE CAME ON STAGE COME ON GUYS CANT WE JUST ENJOY THE TRIBUTE AND REMEMBER ETTA IN A HAPPY LIGHT
Jheezblaad 5 days ago
love her!!!!!!
thagley100 5 days ago
I would stick my tongue in her butt, no questions asked.
eiserbud 6 days ago 12
@eiserbud you are nasty
catfish3158 2 days ago
@eiserbud lmfao
Jazygood 1 day ago
Overplayed, this is not natural.
Hendrix624 6 days ago
quanti cazzi che volete! ho capito che nn è Etta, ma resta un'intepretazione sublime e nn rompete i cogliioni!!!!!!!
Enrico78M 6 days ago
1:22 wow!!!
Enrico78M 6 days ago
nice... but she ain't no Etta James.
ayhall 6 days ago 2
Etta should have been flattered by Beyonces tribute to her, That is what it was all about Paying a legend tribute. It is sad that Etta took it as an insult that she was not asked to sing instead. Tributes like this have been given other legends many other times . I prefer to believe it was Etta's dementia that sent her into a dark place of believing she was being disrespected by the president , instead of the truth that she she was being HONORED, and Beyonce did that beautifully !!
suzesunshine1 6 days ago
LOVE THIS!
frogers48 6 days ago
i think etta james was upset because it took so long for people to pay tribute to her. now etta james is only being recognized because of beyonce's role in cadillac records? if you ask me the whole thing was meant to promote beyonce, not to give thanks to etta.
merse2007 6 days ago
Was Beyonce asked to do a parody of Etta James? Probably, not... but it turned out to be just a parody. Complete lack of a human personality under the stage name of The Beyonce.
babyzemenite 6 days ago
Beautiful Lady, beautiful voice!
guerriero667 6 days ago
Some songs should never be covered by others. This is one. Beyonce's OK on pop music radio, but should have left this Ina alone.
Ritsardoh 6 days ago
Beyonce is gorgeous but her voice is incredibly annoying! Even Etta said so... its on YouTube ITN
OhNoThanks 6 days ago
Rest in peace, the incomparable Ms. Etta James, NO ONE will ever come close.
AnimalRightsAlliance 6 days ago
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Another great loss to the world of jazz and blues Mrs. James I'll miss your voice and amazing songs. Rest forever in peace and thank you for amazing time
yosef208 6 days ago
I think this was the biggest moment in Beyounce's life ... to finally know that she can't hold a candle to someone with real talent.
robertmarc1 6 days ago
God job!
LindsayMont 6 days ago
No one could...can sing like Etta did. RIP Etta.
kika421 6 days ago
RIP MS.ETTA JAMES
lilyanibo510 6 days ago
if you watch the videos beyounce, gave etta james praise for her song at last, she stated if it was not for her etta james,i beyounce could have not done it without you so stop hatin and get over it and let ms.etta rest in paradise, her music still lives on forever..............................
kmwhite1977 6 days ago
what a milf.
MilfMuncher123 6 days ago
Beyonce did her thang in this on yall! And as for as all of her h8ers,keeep on doin it. That's yall job.
Estatic9 6 days ago
She look's absolutely LOVELY, but does no justice to this song. Love you Beyonce, but this is not quite right for you, but I appreciate your take on it.
bransonbelle 6 days ago
NOT QUIET MS. ETTA, BEYOUCE, BUT SING A WHILE LONGER U MIGHT BE!!
booksbenji 6 days ago
What better way to celebrate a phony occasion than with a phony singer.
meanwiddlekid 1 week ago
@meanwiddlekid , change your name to 'hater'
Sisterscruffy 1 week ago
Love beyonce, she is brought up with respect. R.I.P ETTA JAMES!!
liz2057 1 week ago
Beyonce credited Etta for such talent and triumphs not to mention that she sang her songs so well. I love both of these sings for who they are. Rip Etta James.
dao3193 1 week ago 2
easy on the eye, but that is not the point; Etta or Beyonce; absolutely NO CONTEST:-
ETTA every time.
57dogsbody 1 week ago
Beyonce's tribute was great she can sing anything there is no need for negative comments...... -R.I.P. Etta James.
MsJava08 1 week ago
What Etta James had to say about Beyonce...love it!!!
"You know that woman he had singing for him, singing my song -- she's gonna get her a** whipped. The great Beyonce ... But I can't stand Beyonce. She has no business up there, singing up there on a big ol' president day ... singing my song that I've been singing forever."
someone2know77 1 week ago 19
@someone2know77 "James later said she was just joking, but she also added that she was disappointed that she wasn't asked to sing for the president. James is survived by her husband Artis Mills, two sons, four grandchildren, and a legacy that will no doubt inspire many imitators in the years to come." ;)
someone2know77 1 week ago
@someone2know77 I understand why Etta was upset. Remember Etta was raised during a time when she couldn't walk through the front door of the same clubs she would perform in. Her performing for the first Black President would have been a great historic moment for her.
TruthFan 1 week ago 3
Una pena... una gran voz y unos grandes temas para recordar...espero que allá donde estés puedas seguir cantando y emocionando a quienes tengas a tu lado. RIP.
javizarranz3 1 week ago
Beyonce..VERY FAR from ETTA...please don't sing this kind of songs...you are not be able to do it. PLEASEEEE.
kassi5778 1 week ago
Whats the matter with you people with all the hate to Beyonce?!
She made a tribute , she didn't stole the song or tried to be like Etta..although she sang amazing and her voice is breathtaking , Etta sings is it way better that's true.
R.I.P Etta <3
CloudxDark 1 week ago 61
@CloudxDark
Preach. What IS up w this Beyonce-Bashing? Is she too pretty or something?
Far as I can tell, Beyonce ain't gon' be leaving anytime soon - not with THAT talent
Hephaestud 6 days ago
@Hephaestud It is true that Beyonce is the next Etta James and Ella fitzgerald , Beyonce is amazing in every kind of way..her voice is something that you are born with , a gift.
you can't learn how to sing like this..
CloudxDark 6 days ago
@CloudxDark beyonce the next etta, please!!! dont even compare beyonce with Etta, don't even go there cuz beyonce's voice is nothing compared to etta's and she will NEVER be something like etta, she should stick to the dancing and pop music.
Maryland765 6 days ago
@Maryland765 She is not trying to be like Etta she just going to be a legend like them , and beside Beyonce is an R&B singer not pop and her voice is timeless
CloudxDark 6 days ago
@CloudxDark I agree with you completely. There could never be such a Beautiful and Naughty Lady as our Etta. lol This vid was done as a tribute to her and nothing wrong with that. Thank you..x
sleepytimegalz 3 days ago
song starts at 1:30
boldemuesli 1 week ago
Love this song. RIP
Erikarinosa 1 week ago
Rip to a wonderful soulful women
kit10luvssushi 1 week ago
I have yet to see a performer as beautiful as Beyonce
TheIrvinlopez 1 week ago
@TheIrvinlopez Lara Fabian
;-)
LCT70 1 week ago
rip etta james
courteneyalise 1 week ago
RIP ETTA.OXO
carrolcoulter 1 week ago
Great rendition, but it will never replace the original. RIP, Miss James.
artistgmg 1 week ago 3
Great, however, NOT even close to Etta James!
mdarezzo9 1 week ago 5
talent
getemnate1 1 week ago
grande.
emi17061971sal 1 week ago
Beyonce's apppearence is vu distracting. Close your eyes and you can hear the flat notes, and artificial embellishments. She is better off lip syncing to her studio recordings, as live performances bring out her brass. Etta's voice is so raw and passionate. Miss you Etta,! RIP
shekharpatel 1 week ago
Beyonce
shekharpatel 1 week ago
No disrespect to Etta James but no 1 gives credit to Ella Fitzgerald , Sarah Vaughan , Billie Holiday or the others .. the made way for Etta. idk i just think ppl by pass the others who open doors as well. BTW Etta didn't even like the fact that she was mimicked but Beyonce
Poetiksound85 1 week ago
@skittleysweet right on!!!
rinny02852 1 week ago
Etta....always imitated......never duplicated........
rinny02852 1 week ago
Blah blah blah boo hoo take your frustration out on Beyonce. You say all this and that but at the END OF THE DAY youre watching Beyonce not Etta. Beyonce has your mind and your view :)
10hooper 1 week ago
she doesn't even compare to etta.
skittleysweet 1 week ago 3
She sounds like a kid singing compared to Etta
cronescrafts 1 week ago 3
lol beyonce overchoreographed and staged as usual.
'etta, turn to me and give me a hug for the cameras'
inasexymood 1 week ago
Like Etta Said , this is her song not Beyonce's
cronescrafts 1 week ago
RIP Etta ..
cH4Nt1Qu3 1 week ago
Well, i think beyonce did a great cover for her tribute. Unlike christina aguilera's who was over the top.
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Maryland765 6 days ago
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@dorothyperkins92 that's funny cuz Etta only liked christina's cover lol
Maryland765 6 days ago
Ditto to 9sunnydays comment. RIP.
camilleize 1 week ago
excellent, no Etta James, but an excellent job never the less. RIP Etta, you have moved the hearts of thousands with your music <3
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333cale 1 week ago
RIP etta! you'll never be forgotten!!!
tickyj45 1 week ago 2
god damn I could stare at Beyonce's boobs forever... listening to this song too of course hahaha
bmadthebeast99 1 week ago 3
@bmadthebeast99 I'm saying. Sweet Dreams is a video I could watch over, and over, and over, and over, and over, and....
I don't even know if I liked the song at first but I actually think that's a great song. lol
JHall91 1 week ago
FOR ETTA JAMES ALL MY HEART FOR YOU BE IN HEAVEN NOW
322gino 1 week ago
R.I.P you will always have the best voice!!
MariahAndTara 1 week ago
A legend At Last. Sleep well Etta. Remi
remonome65 1 week ago
I hope that you'll split your vocal cords with these roars that would be a ridiculous imitation of Etta
pepilupis 1 week ago
che razza di cretina!... gente così dovrebbe andare a zappare! povera etta...
pepilupis 1 week ago
@pepilupis cretina? perche?
trigsams 1 week ago
[R.I.P. Etta James] -You always brought Peace, Comfort, and Joy to my heart through your angelical songs, my whole childhood life; and here you are with your sweet lovely anlgelical voice in my ears once again... It's been a long time...
May peace, love, comfort, and joy find you at Heavens Gates "HE IS YOURS AT LAST!" Until we met again... You will always be alive in my heart. [R.I.P. Etta James] ~♥~Your sister in Christ Debbie ~♥~
deborahjimenez1359 1 week ago 2
nice try but no cigar... Etta's soulful singing has depth. this version is very top surface and cute. turned it off in the middle, no hatingnp, just telling truth.
mignon715 1 week ago
Beyoncé what a fitting tribute. X Rip Etta You total legend x
Tindell90 1 week ago 3
Beyonce ruined it. Her voice isn't made for this song. Thanks a lot.
Bran814 1 week ago
@Bran814 Nobody will ever sing this song like Etta, but Beyonce in her own style does a magnificent job...She's an amazing singer, and could never ruined any song.
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elle vient de partir, avec elle notre coeur meurtri, à jamais seul, esseulés, sans larmes, nous pleurons tous en chansons, repose-toi en paix Etta James, tes mélodies diffusées dans l'air que l'on respire jusqu'à ton paradis, Etta eternellement.
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Beyonce really outdid herself with this tribute to Ms Etta James. Just listening causes me to hold my breath...get that same feeling no matter how many times I replay it!!!! Listening to it like it's my first time....One of the "Greatest" has left this earth today, but we will treasure the gift that you left for us. <3 RIP<3
pcbaby205 1 week ago
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pcbaby205 1 week ago
That dress almost gave up.
mikester695 1 week ago
I LOVE ETTA JAMES,SUA ESTRELA SEMPRE IRÁ BRILHAR!!!!(1938 à 2012)
Ana111ish 1 week ago
Good job Beyoncé here. I'm so sad for her murder, she will be a true legend forever, her voice was full of passion, she knew how to make you feel chills. Thank you very much Etta for your music.
JossStoneLetras 1 week ago
@JossStoneLetras Her MURDER? what are you talking about?
them000ch 1 week ago
@JossStoneLetras she wasnt murdered she lost her battle with leukemia !!!!
shaeboo113 1 week ago
@shaeboo113 Oh, I'm sorry, but I speak spanish, only write in english for more people understand me (aggg google translate) Sorry, I know that she has died of leukemia.
JossStoneLetras 1 week ago
I'm 14, I remember being two years old and singing this song! I've loved it since. R.I.P. ♥
MsSmokey44 1 week ago
@MsSmokey44 you couldnt even speak at 2 years old. stop lying.
kolisionn 1 week ago 2
Etta, thank you for so beautifully representing my generation. Your life and music will be eternally here on earth for all who come later to enjoy and praise you for a life well lived.
dahliadude1 1 week ago
R.I.P. Etta J.
MrTas87 1 week ago
Just standing there singing, this performance alone by Beyonce leaves her peers biting the dust!! Easily, by far, no argument!!!
MrTas87 1 week ago
Etta hated this and her lol
ChicanoLA 1 week ago
Well done.
BujuCotto 1 week ago
OM, haters.. this was a tribute! how could you not see that?
7SilverHawk7 1 week ago
I used to really dislike Beyonce... but after seeing this, and ESPECIALLY her headlining performance at Glastonbury 2011, I have a new found respect in a modern day soul legend!
And R.I.P. Etta James... Beyonce, and those like her, will continue your legacy!
jonboobalot 1 week ago 2
the best
TheMarciahtinha 1 week ago
Well done Beyonce
bluewithoutyou 1 week ago
R.I.P Etta<3
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JLondon27 1 week ago
Q maravilhosa ficou essa cançãoo na voz da Beyoncee... ;)
silvaah10 1 week ago
Not tonight, I just can`t.
bloodandwinearered 1 week ago
RIP Etta James.
Carmen6943 1 week ago
instead of that crazy hip hop music beyonce should sing slow soul...
coolhanddean 1 week ago 3
Beyonce is not the original...but by God..She does this song like a old soul.
PatrickWysocki 1 week ago
R.I.P Etta James B sang this
JJDWoods2011 1 week ago
Beyonce doesn't have that depth and soul and power in her voice where as Etta had effortless soul and power in her voice and this is why Etta was pissed at B.
dmustard11 1 week ago 2
Beyonce is a beautiful singer and no one can deny that but her voice is world's apart from Ettas. Etta's voice was like a fog horn with soul and force. Beyonce's voice is more pop.
dmustard11 1 week ago
Why do people not want to come into the 21st Century and stop putting singers of today down as just 'entertainers.' Their is still good music today it has just evolved. Some people seem to just hate change.
sarah99137 1 week ago