JOSEPHINE BAKER WAS A GREAT ENTERTAINER, AND SHE HAD GREAT STYLE AND ATTITUDE. SHE MADE WAY FOR MANY BLACKS AND ENTERTAINERS. SHE PAVED THE WAY FOR US TO WHERE OUR CLOTHES IN CERTAIN WAY. SHE ACHIEVED SO MANY. THE WAS AN ANGEL SENT FROM ABOVE.
"To all listening, this is my only treasure:Dance forever."---quote from the soul formerly known as J. Baker, now a principal resident of the city of Heaven, rue cloud #9, near the corners of Humanity Drive and Eternity Boulevard.
Everything about her is just so beautiful... not only her looks but her personality, and she's amazingly talented. I didn't know anything about her until I did a research project on her for school. I really admire everything she did, including her efforts for Civil Rights in America and during WWII.
I didn't know about this woman until I read a short bio of Frida Kahlo where Josephine Baker was rumored to have been her lover, and like Ms. Kahlo, a bisexual.
@lilsweetmami18 That's kind of unlikely considering Josephine Baker lived most of her life in France not Mexico! I don't even think she ever went to Mexico...not sure though...
A wonderful tribute to one of the great beauties of this world. At least the French recognized her talent...............thank you so much for posting this.
I will be a major representing Krewe of Illusions for 2012 Mardi Gras in Lake Charles LA, taking ideas from her most spectacular costumes and building what we call a "backpiece" - filled with tulle, feathers, rhinestones, etc. Wish me well...
This tribute is beautiful and Josephine was a beautiful spirit. Its too bad that her movies are in French so that Americans can come to appreciate her more. I was a fan, now I am a fanatic..LOL
This was my absolute favorite clip of Mrs. Baker! She was truely one beautiful woman. She looks like someone took her from this era n threw her n that one!
This tribute is soo absolutely wonderful, and the music is just great I didn't know she was this talented or as funny and fun lovin as she seems, thanks for posting this I'll treasure this one... Leo
Im sorry but she had more personality and beauty than alot of the 1920's film stars.I dont like silent movies unless its comedy.she could be beautiful and ridiculous.Problem wasnt baby wasnt white.france only loved her
@empressofthefrench thats what i meant she wasnt white and her love for white men would have ruind her in the U.S cause it didnt do dorothy dandridge any good
hermosa por fuera por dentro tiene el alma de una niña... creia en su inocencia que cambiaria el mundo ... aveces somos tan ingenuas las mujeres... QUERIDA TUMPIE SIEMPE TE RECORDAREMOS
una de las mas grandes cantantes del mundo sin duda....voz.....genio ..glamour...y un alma mas grandiosa que su voz....que ya es decir.......para mi gusto......y con perdon de todas las demas grandes cantantes......que tengo una lista enorme de voces grandiosas.......para mi....josephine baker.....mireille mathieu...y shirley bassey....han sido las mas grandes cantantes y voces...especiales ...del mundo...otras cosas sera otras cosas......pero estas tres mujeres.......son voces inigualables.
Thank you for this awesome tribute....She was definitely ahead of her time. I shed a tear when I think of how this generation will know how great she was. And how she opened the door for so many. Whenever I think of Josephine Baker I am inspired..This was absolutely wonderful to watch.
Amazing beautiful black woman :) She opened the doors for so many talented African Americans. I love this woman with all my heart. R.I.P. Josephine Baker
@bottomvibe Why too bad she had to go to Paris and to do her thing?Her destiny is so terrible.In US she suffered the racism and Paris offered to her the glory.A big star in France.Her thing what ever they called it is her legacy to the world.Paris respect her as goddess of new age.She invented love and respect.Josephine is a mega icon.Prefer her voice in background.So lovely voice.
avant le règne de joséphine,paris avait une autre reine:mistinguett. mistinguett avait de belles jambes elle aussi,mais elle ne savait ni danser ni chanter. joséphine avait tout pour elle,et arrivait au bon moment pour détroner mistinguett .
OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! I thought I was the only one researching the characters from Keri Pretty Girl Rock video! Did you know that Josephine was a SPY! And apparently, SHE GOT AROUND!
Thank you so much for posting this. Just finished watching the movie about her. I definitely had a misconception about her. She is so awesome and beautiful! I've been researching her all day. Awesome and respectable woman.
Thank you so much for posting this. Just finished watching the movie about her. I definitely had a misconception about her. She is so awesome and beautiful!
@Avalita07 Josephine performed mainly on stages. She did a lot of exaggerated moves so that those in the back of the theaters could see her. This was also her style. This was the way she stood out. Josephine Baker was not only a great performer but she was also a major civil rights activist not only in the US but in France too. She extended her services and risked her life to help the French fight against the Nazi Regime. Even going as far as housing refugees and being a spy for France.
is it meee, or does she look like Mya? with that said...i would hate to live back then. having to act like a caricature all the tyme just to make "others" comfortable.
Thanks. I did repost to my facebook group Remembering the Decades (TV, Music, Fashion, and Fads). It's an absolutely beautiful tribute. Come join me and post sometime.
Josephine trancended the bias's of her time, no one knows the formula nor do they who have it, some people just are able to not be affected by race or gender and the slings and arrows hurled at them just don't dig deep. josephines talent clmbs above all those typical opinions and the gift if there, and even years later is still seen for all its quality and unique talents. Josephine "is" dance, as babe ruth" is" Baseball ..2nd place is far behind.....
This is beautiful! I was just in Paris this spring, and I had the opportunity to go to Josephine's chateau in Sarlat. It was amazing! She was truly fascinating! I am awed by her life. This is one of the best composites I've ever seen, and the music is perfect! Corrine Bailey Rae is a favorite of mine. Thanks for posting!
Its great that she became famous an all but I'm embarrassed that she did. She looks like a fool when she is dancing an her make up makes her look lighter than she really is, I am so disgusted!
@Daddiesftcarrotbiter , I know some of the faces she made, and some of the dances she did, may seem a little silly by today's standards, but that's what made her stand out. None of the actresses of the day would have dared to present themselves as anything but calm and cool. Josephine let it all hang out! Literally. Lol! And you are correct. The makeup did make her lighter, but it made all actors much lighter in that era. That's just what they did back then.
@Daddiesftcarrotbiter You know how tough it was to make it as a Black entertainer (and a woman at that) back then? Blacks' best bet at becoming famous and making money was to make other races (particularly Whites) laugh and try not to look "too black" in the process. Do your research. She was just playing the cards that she was dealt, "fool."
@serrribral I think people nowadays make it more of a race issue than it was back then. She had a record audience in France and I think her success has got a lot to do with the fact that she appealed to men and they found her attractive. Pretty much all dancing of the time look "stupid" now, it´s got nothing to do with color.
Its great that she became famous an all but I'm embarrassed that she did. She looks like a fool when she is dancing an her make up makes her look lighter than she really is, I am so disgusted!
thank God for posting the dances. the greatest dancer ever. there are many wonderful dancers. but heart and soul like that is from God. she adopted 12 children no wonder God blessed her to dance like that.
I personally would have prefered that the sound track was Josephine's songs!!! or at least one.... Her voice is the best backing for her own images......
Love it!! What a wonderful collection of up close clips....you can really get a feel for her spirit and incredible presence....THANK YOU for sharing....
I can't believe she got turned down at the beginning of her career to be in a chorus for SHUFFLE ALONG....because she was too dark and too skinny----and being skinny is a staple in entertainment now
There's a young woman entertaining today who has this similar spirit. Her name is Mel B, one of the Spice Girls. These (2) ladies spread joy which many entertainers today do not. Thank you for this wonderful post SwahiliFilms
Congratulations! This tribute has been made with love, some great song choices, and lovely editing. I wish Josephine had been able to make more movies, but you have cleverly made the most of the few that she did. The best bit for me is the final montage. Dazzling and wonderful. Well done. Thank you.
She looks just like Melanie Fiona.. She messed up by wearing that pale makeup but I know it was part her character and there you always see, some White man in a famous Black woman's face.. Ugh!
this is the best tribute to josephine baker ive seen on here. shes one my idols. and seeing clips from her first film was an added treat for me. this tribute made me love her even more. good job!
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for your support. I have to create some more pieces soon. I watch your vid everyday. It's beautiful and thank you once again
Thank You so much for this. She is the only "celebriity" that I Idolize. There has never been, nor will there ever be another like her. I do art work of her that you might like. It's on my channel page.
SISTER IS WORKING IT!!!!!!!! A TRUE LEGEND... VIVA LA BAKER
marianance 1 month ago
Gorgeous.
shetaz905 1 month ago
1:01 Venus in human form
KTBEverlasting 1 month ago
JOSEPHINE BAKER WAS A GREAT ENTERTAINER, AND SHE HAD GREAT STYLE AND ATTITUDE. SHE MADE WAY FOR MANY BLACKS AND ENTERTAINERS. SHE PAVED THE WAY FOR US TO WHERE OUR CLOTHES IN CERTAIN WAY. SHE ACHIEVED SO MANY. THE WAS AN ANGEL SENT FROM ABOVE.
Alyonify 1 month ago
"To all listening, this is my only treasure:Dance forever."---quote from the soul formerly known as J. Baker, now a principal resident of the city of Heaven, rue cloud #9, near the corners of Humanity Drive and Eternity Boulevard.
TheSunIsBlack 2 months ago
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TheSunIsBlack 2 months ago
who is Keri Hilson?
TheSunIsBlack 2 months ago
sweet tribute to a huge talent.. and your choice of music is perfect.. love Nancy Wilson doing Day Dream.. perfect
zarconegullcottage 3 months ago
JB was 'more than a woman'... a pure fascination, free-spirit and talent!!!
HopeWithPandora 3 months ago
@HopeWithPandora Yes! Well said!
RayDandy 6 days ago
Wow, she is so pretty
agadgsgdfgsasadsfdg 3 months ago
Props to her for her strength and talent!
usasians 4 months ago
What an amazing woman! Beauty and talent is a gift! It never goes out of style! This is a beautiful tribute to the amazing Ms Baker!
wendyyork 4 months ago
Love Josephine, and really like your tribute and choice of music!
serinitii23 4 months ago
Everything about her is just so beautiful... not only her looks but her personality, and she's amazingly talented. I didn't know anything about her until I did a research project on her for school. I really admire everything she did, including her efforts for Civil Rights in America and during WWII.
jemXero 4 months ago
@jemXero I'm so glad you were able to learn about such an extraordinary woman that lived before your time.
serinitii23 4 months ago
The first two singers are terrific! Real Music! Who are the last singers, Replace
them with the real stuff. Good Nite Josephine.M.
TheManzfield7 5 months ago
Lindo!! Beautyful!!!! Shocking!!
fabianalo 5 months ago
what r the songs in this video i cant find them
jerrykeli 5 months ago
Attention! Black female video "dancers" of today, this is what real dancing looks like!
rosemariewildflower1 5 months ago
I didn't know about this woman until I read a short bio of Frida Kahlo where Josephine Baker was rumored to have been her lover, and like Ms. Kahlo, a bisexual.
lilsweetmami18 5 months ago
@lilsweetmami18 That's kind of unlikely considering Josephine Baker lived most of her life in France not Mexico! I don't even think she ever went to Mexico...not sure though...
thekingofmoney2000 5 months ago
A wonderful tribute to one of the great beauties of this world. At least the French recognized her talent...............thank you so much for posting this.
Bucs1960 5 months ago
I will be a major representing Krewe of Illusions for 2012 Mardi Gras in Lake Charles LA, taking ideas from her most spectacular costumes and building what we call a "backpiece" - filled with tulle, feathers, rhinestones, etc. Wish me well...
divajakisu 6 months ago
Thank you... thank you.. thank you... this is a beautiful tribute to my She-ro!
AquilaChe 6 months ago
This tribute is beautiful and Josephine was a beautiful spirit. Its too bad that her movies are in French so that Americans can come to appreciate her more. I was a fan, now I am a fanatic..LOL
Atkkeith 6 months ago
anyone knows the first song?
pinktaco646 7 months ago
This was my absolute favorite clip of Mrs. Baker! She was truely one beautiful woman. She looks like someone took her from this era n threw her n that one!
ShebadKim 7 months ago
She is a french entertainer not an American one. America rejected her...France embraced her.
JadedJassy21 7 months ago 12
@JadedJassy21 Just think if America accepted her. But it was there lost.
TOJ72 6 months ago
This tribute is soo absolutely wonderful, and the music is just great I didn't know she was this talented or as funny and fun lovin as she seems, thanks for posting this I'll treasure this one... Leo
Leronard 7 months ago
This tribute is soo absolutely wonderful, and the music is just great thanks for posting this I'll treasure this one... Leo
Leronard 7 months ago
SwahiliFilms asante sana for this beautiful tribute. She sure was one of a kind. I love you, thank you Josephine.
shairi600 7 months ago
la dernière "reine de paris" ,magnifique!
salchat1 7 months ago
Im sorry but she had more personality and beauty than alot of the 1920's film stars.I dont like silent movies unless its comedy.she could be beautiful and ridiculous.Problem wasnt baby wasnt white.france only loved her
HERBLANDZ 8 months ago
@HERBLANDZ What a songstress. Problem was she wasn't white in the US however, France appreciated great talent.
empressofthefrench 8 months ago
@empressofthefrench thats what i meant she wasnt white and her love for white men would have ruind her in the U.S cause it didnt do dorothy dandridge any good
HERBLANDZ 8 months ago
@HERBLANDZ Yes, DD was a beautiful woman, even married a white man but still discriminated against.
empressofthefrench 8 months ago
I HAD NO IDEA this Woman was in sooo many MOVIES & SHOES!
mybrownb 9 months ago 2
SHE WAS THE HOTTEST & PRETTIEST THING (when she wasn't making faces) AROUND!! LOVELY JOSEPHINE.
mybrownb 9 months ago
These are very lovely clips of her.
5Lanier 9 months ago
The finest, the bravest, the truest, the real-est african-american spirit of all.
Muse of all modern black artists, whether they realize it or not.
My idol.
Josephine, eternal foutue bete, always the brilliant savage.
TheEbonyB 9 months ago 2
wow, she influenced so many of today's celebs!
xxsweetnsour49xx 9 months ago
It appears that James Brown and Michael Jackson got their dance steps from Madam Josephine Baker.
tam21160 9 months ago
Keri Hilson!!! Awesome connection! =)
lovemyman07 9 months ago
She is the most beautiful creature on screen ever! She looks more native american than black though.
ThatsMrMoronToYou 10 months ago
too bad she was almost white
MrPolobally 10 months ago
@MrPolobally say what?
NIJEECAPRICORN20 10 months ago
@MrPolobally I completely disagree.
RealityBites771 10 months ago
@MrPolobally aagain say what you wanna know the truth about Josephine Baker Complex ?
NIJEECAPRICORN20 7 months ago
Beautiful!
ParisSunset 10 months ago
hermosa por fuera por dentro tiene el alma de una niña... creia en su inocencia que cambiaria el mundo ... aveces somos tan ingenuas las mujeres... QUERIDA TUMPIE SIEMPE TE RECORDAREMOS
jacquycandela 10 months ago
una de las mas grandes cantantes del mundo sin duda....voz.....genio ..glamour...y un alma mas grandiosa que su voz....que ya es decir.......para mi gusto......y con perdon de todas las demas grandes cantantes......que tengo una lista enorme de voces grandiosas.......para mi....josephine baker.....mireille mathieu...y shirley bassey....han sido las mas grandes cantantes y voces...especiales ...del mundo...otras cosas sera otras cosas......pero estas tres mujeres.......son voces inigualables.
bellini7verdi 11 months ago
Thank you for this awesome tribute....She was definitely ahead of her time. I shed a tear when I think of how this generation will know how great she was. And how she opened the door for so many. Whenever I think of Josephine Baker I am inspired..This was absolutely wonderful to watch.
Tinadixoononair 11 months ago
OMG!! If this ain't the coolest, smoovest, beautiful-est thang ...
MissSheilaBeila 11 months ago
Thank you SwahilliFilms for posting this video.
trilby80 11 months ago
Très bel hommage. Bravo.
SimardFM 11 months ago
Amazing beautiful black woman :) She opened the doors for so many talented African Americans. I love this woman with all my heart. R.I.P. Josephine Baker
BasedDoll 11 months ago
I love this. I wish film (in general) were this creative and inspirational on a regular basis.
moviechick007 11 months ago
1:01 - Gorgeous.
BlushingMocha741 11 months ago
She oozes class.They just don't make them like her anymore :/
tinypuppies3 1 year ago
Great with kids at 3:46. She's not acting here.
chem100 1 year ago
5:36 she looks like corinne bailey rae ddid she have any kids? shes amazing!
thefilthygurl1123 1 year ago
@bottomvibe Why too bad she had to go to Paris and to do her thing?Her destiny is so terrible.In US she suffered the racism and Paris offered to her the glory.A big star in France.Her thing what ever they called it is her legacy to the world.Paris respect her as goddess of new age.She invented love and respect.Josephine is a mega icon.Prefer her voice in background.So lovely voice.
satyricon55 1 year ago 2
beautiful tribute! thank you...
LavenderScented 1 year ago
avant le règne de joséphine,paris avait une autre reine:mistinguett. mistinguett avait de belles jambes elle aussi,mais elle ne savait ni danser ni chanter. joséphine avait tout pour elle,et arrivait au bon moment pour détroner mistinguett .
salchat1 1 year ago
OMG! OMG! OMG! OMG! I thought I was the only one researching the characters from Keri Pretty Girl Rock video! Did you know that Josephine was a SPY! And apparently, SHE GOT AROUND!
I WANT HER LIFE SO SO SO BAD! I: -D
PrincessShiya 1 year ago
Keri hilson made me look her up
ratecomment 1 year ago 4
Thumbs up if Keri Hilson sent you here :)
Habbotix 1 year ago 56
@Habbotix LOL yes pretty girl rock did sent me here?? im surprised it sent u here to???lol
rawmoney671 1 year ago
@Habbotix hell no I knew about Ms Baker before Keri Hilson came out.
NIJEECAPRICORN20 10 months ago 27
@NIJEECAPRICORN20 We all did, I'm saying thumbs up if watching pretty girl rock made you come to this video for remembrance of Josephine .p
Habbotix 10 months ago
@Habbotix lmao
NIJEECAPRICORN20 10 months ago
@NIJEECAPRICORN20 No use...
Habbotix 10 months ago
@Habbotix lol
NIJEECAPRICORN20 10 months ago
@NIJEECAPRICORN20 PREACH! As if Josephine's greatness wasn't already well-known before that heifer came out with that song...hmph!
norestrictions12 7 months ago
@norestrictions12 lol just speaking the truth
NIJEECAPRICORN20 7 months ago
@Habbotix WhY YOU SAY THAT ?
MrHellokitty1993 10 months ago
@Habbotix josephine was here long before that bitch kerri was here
MultiHoopdreams 5 months ago
Keri hilson sent me here
Habbotix 1 year ago 3
that kerihilson song sunt me here
Patricialala5 1 year ago 7
@Patricialala5 hey mee too... now do the pretty girl rock!
GellyRolll 1 year ago
Thank you so much for posting this. Just finished watching the movie about her. I definitely had a misconception about her. She is so awesome and beautiful! I've been researching her all day. Awesome and respectable woman.
missninijade 1 year ago 3
Thank you so much for posting this. Just finished watching the movie about her. I definitely had a misconception about her. She is so awesome and beautiful!
missninijade 1 year ago
very pretty....melanie fiona looks so much like her
bittersweettish 1 year ago
Does anyone tell me y did she pick France and not an other country instead???just curious to know...thanks
frenchymia1982 1 year ago
this is very creepy....why did she always bulge her eyes out like that? *shivers*
Avalita07 1 year ago
@Avalita07 Josephine performed mainly on stages. She did a lot of exaggerated moves so that those in the back of the theaters could see her. This was also her style. This was the way she stood out. Josephine Baker was not only a great performer but she was also a major civil rights activist not only in the US but in France too. She extended her services and risked her life to help the French fight against the Nazi Regime. Even going as far as housing refugees and being a spy for France.
erika0182 1 year ago
is it meee, or does she look like Mya? with that said...i would hate to live back then. having to act like a caricature all the tyme just to make "others" comfortable.
thebabycakes71 1 year ago
This is great.
RealityBites771 1 year ago
Thanks. I did repost to my facebook group Remembering the Decades (TV, Music, Fashion, and Fads). It's an absolutely beautiful tribute. Come join me and post sometime.
KeeperOfThe10 1 year ago
Josephine trancended the bias's of her time, no one knows the formula nor do they who have it, some people just are able to not be affected by race or gender and the slings and arrows hurled at them just don't dig deep. josephines talent clmbs above all those typical opinions and the gift if there, and even years later is still seen for all its quality and unique talents. Josephine "is" dance, as babe ruth" is" Baseball ..2nd place is far behind.....
ejdiii333 1 year ago 2
Superb!
NycBeauty 1 year ago
terriblement belle et émouvante...
salchat1 1 year ago
This is beautiful! I was just in Paris this spring, and I had the opportunity to go to Josephine's chateau in Sarlat. It was amazing! She was truly fascinating! I am awed by her life. This is one of the best composites I've ever seen, and the music is perfect! Corrine Bailey Rae is a favorite of mine. Thanks for posting!
VedaWC 1 year ago
Its great that she became famous an all but I'm embarrassed that she did. She looks like a fool when she is dancing an her make up makes her look lighter than she really is, I am so disgusted!
Daddiesftcarrotbiter 1 year ago
@Daddiesftcarrotbiter , I know some of the faces she made, and some of the dances she did, may seem a little silly by today's standards, but that's what made her stand out. None of the actresses of the day would have dared to present themselves as anything but calm and cool. Josephine let it all hang out! Literally. Lol! And you are correct. The makeup did make her lighter, but it made all actors much lighter in that era. That's just what they did back then.
VedaWC 1 year ago
@Daddiesftcarrotbiter You know how tough it was to make it as a Black entertainer (and a woman at that) back then? Blacks' best bet at becoming famous and making money was to make other races (particularly Whites) laugh and try not to look "too black" in the process. Do your research. She was just playing the cards that she was dealt, "fool."
serrribral 1 year ago
@serrribral I think people nowadays make it more of a race issue than it was back then. She had a record audience in France and I think her success has got a lot to do with the fact that she appealed to men and they found her attractive. Pretty much all dancing of the time look "stupid" now, it´s got nothing to do with color.
Adinax86 1 year ago
Its great that she became famous an all but I'm embarrassed that she did. She looks like a fool when she is dancing an her make up makes her look lighter than she really is, I am so disgusted!
Daddiesftcarrotbiter 1 year ago
This was one of the best tributes to Josie That I have seen.. I loveeeeee her so much. Thank you fot posting this :)
twinkeez2003 1 year ago
thank God for posting the dances. the greatest dancer ever. there are many wonderful dancers. but heart and soul like that is from God. she adopted 12 children no wonder God blessed her to dance like that.
Evangeline4love 1 year ago
Beautiful!!! Thank you<3
I personally would have prefered that the sound track was Josephine's songs!!! or at least one.... Her voice is the best backing for her own images......
marianapie 1 year ago
Beautiful!!! Thank you<3
I personally would have prefered that the sound track was Josephine's songs!!! or at least one!
marianapie 1 year ago
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shes a true work of art
phdseuss 1 year ago
Goddess.
Portis1Luv 1 year ago 2
wow she Alicia Keys looks like her !!
goblondie09 1 year ago
i love this and if she was still living she would love it as well
pinktaco646 1 year ago
melanie fiona looks just like her omgoodness!!!
annboo86 1 year ago
If ANYONE has the Nancy Wilson Day Dream mp3, could you please email it to me?? It'd be greatly appreciated!
dictionopolis 1 year ago
Love it!! What a wonderful collection of up close clips....you can really get a feel for her spirit and incredible presence....THANK YOU for sharing....
Deemerful 1 year ago 2
AWESOME!
videogirlzzzzzz 1 year ago
If you have the nancy wilson day dream mp3, would it be possible to send it to me?
dictionopolis 1 year ago
What a wonderful editing job! A great tribute for a legend. Thank you!
PinkieWonderPro 1 year ago
I like, love, appreciate, admire, and respect Josephine Baker. She was beautiful.......
scjfmf60jamirko 1 year ago
This is a beautiful tribute.
reesescupbrandy1 1 year ago
Well done in creating an excellent tribute to a beautiful and talented lady!
00trol07 1 year ago
I Loved it.
Raioneru93 1 year ago
the great josephine baker...wow...what a woman!
SuckaFreeSista1313 1 year ago
Well done!
QueenUptown 1 year ago
My grandmother would like to see this tribute. This is great The Lady Josephine.
sugarshula64 1 year ago
shes literally the most beautiful woman i've ever seen
Malibuboomboom 1 year ago
i luv josephine baker
beautyat17 1 year ago
Wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
zunzemma 1 year ago
extraordinary woman who dared to be...
cawobeth 1 year ago
this woman is amazing. she's an inspiration to all. god, i am in love!
MustNotRead 1 year ago
What a beautful creature she was to bad America missed out on it....
iampeniel 1 year ago
So beautiful! Le belle la Josephine!!!
ChristaLovesDrama 1 year ago
God, how I love Josephine baker! Absolutely amazing!
msmcis 1 year ago
I can't believe she got turned down at the beginning of her career to be in a chorus for SHUFFLE ALONG....because she was too dark and too skinny----and being skinny is a staple in entertainment now
MsKwan09 1 year ago
@MsKwan09 i luv the outfit at 3:05
MsKwan09 1 year ago
Absolutely wonderful woman and artist.
One of a kind and so generous human being!
attiliobandiera 1 year ago
this is excellent, very lovely. viva josephine
stilettogroove 1 year ago
wow.. that was lovely thank you!
Sammieraye1 1 year ago
Love the music! Nicely done!
johnsontobi1 1 year ago
could you tell me this music that plays throughout?
mis23marie 1 year ago
This is a BEAUTIFUL Tribute, just like she was, BEAUTIFUL. I am such a fan of hers. Thanx for this post!
TrgdyAnn 1 year ago
wow...thanks
gazzadudeman 1 year ago
Thanks so much for making this video!
LaB0NiTA88 1 year ago
You just can´t watch this vid and not falling in love, this girl was too special.Josephine Baker forever, she is a timeless woman an d human being
liecht 1 year ago
J'adore
saalihah 1 year ago
Oh, she was light years ahead of her time.
Too bad she had to go to Paris to do her thing.
Looks like Michael Jackson stole a move or two.
Looks like she invented the moon walk ... I'm just saying, it looks like it is all ....
GREAT BACKGROUND MUSIC ....
bottomvibe 1 year ago 13
@bottomvibe Michael didn't invent the moonwalk to begin with. Even he admitted that. lol. He just popularized it.
neecee401100 1 year ago
@neecee401100 yesss, i agree with u..a lot of great dancers stole a few moves from Charlie Chaplin...
frenchymia1982 1 year ago
@bottomvibe I dont see it.
NIJEECAPRICORN20 10 months ago
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bottomvibe 1 year ago
Well done.
neobrown81 1 year ago
black people are very good dancers when you see josphine baker, michael jackson, james brown, chris brown... they have something special
sergioreprezente 1 year ago
SOOOOO BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Josephine would be proud of this. I cry every time I see this...I love it!
GeishaMisha 1 year ago
What an amazing tribute to an amazing woman... I'm so impressed with what she created
successandlifestyle 1 year ago
Music by:
Nancy Wilson - Day Dream
Corinne Bailey Rae - Like A Star
Nina Simone - Aint Got No
SwahilliFilms 1 year ago
@SwahilliFilms Day Dream got me going back in time woo wee wow I feel the roaring 20s
NIJEECAPRICORN20 10 months ago
I don't know who is singing in the beginning but Corrine Bailey Rae sings second then last is nina simone
tthompson96 1 year ago
The first voice we heard was either Çassandra Wilson or Nancy Wilson. Then came Corrinne
BlaQueeNumi 2 years ago
I believe that's Corrine Baily Rae singin that song... I love it. Can't remember the name of it though...
sarahbelle1981 2 years ago
starting at 410,who is singing?, and in the beginning
kasualdec 2 years ago
who is this singing in the background?
kasualdec 2 years ago
wonderful... thank-you...
such talent ,truly amazing,
airmark02 2 years ago
Wow. Who is singing? I hear Nancy Wilson, a little Billie Holiday in the phrasing. Perfect accompanists too.
aesthetic1950 2 years ago
that was sooo good - i love her - she was such a charismatic beotch
rames84 2 years ago
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rames84 2 years ago
well done mate!
elsadiq2 2 years ago
There's a young woman entertaining today who has this similar spirit. Her name is Mel B, one of the Spice Girls. These (2) ladies spread joy which many entertainers today do not. Thank you for this wonderful post SwahiliFilms
2dasimmons 2 years ago
sublime..... manifique!!!!!
boulougideboulouga 2 years ago
Congratulations! This tribute has been made with love, some great song choices, and lovely editing. I wish Josephine had been able to make more movies, but you have cleverly made the most of the few that she did. The best bit for me is the final montage. Dazzling and wonderful. Well done. Thank you.
TheLizzie12 2 years ago
She looks just like Melanie Fiona.. She messed up by wearing that pale makeup but I know it was part her character and there you always see, some White man in a famous Black woman's face.. Ugh!
AmberSumer 2 years ago
best tribute
DiamondStyles101 2 years ago
this is the best tribute to josephine baker ive seen on here. shes one my idols. and seeing clips from her first film was an added treat for me. this tribute made me love her even more. good job!
virgoboi24 2 years ago 2
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for your support. I have to create some more pieces soon. I watch your vid everyday. It's beautiful and thank you once again
daisytg1 2 years ago
Breathtaking! New found appreciation for this woman!
Nahtassja 2 years ago
Thank You so much for this. She is the only "celebriity" that I Idolize. There has never been, nor will there ever be another like her. I do art work of her that you might like. It's on my channel page.
daisytg1 2 years ago 11
Haha wow marvelous video! *****stars
nesikhaNofret 2 years ago
I think i am going to have a good cry, right now. And for me thats hard to do. thanks.
TheSunIsBlack 2 years ago
Very Nice...Music accompaniment...
ybrown1131 2 years ago
Sehr schön - tolle Bider !!
Aber warum singt Josephine hier nicht selbst zu ihrer eigenen Dokumentation und Hommage ?
bobinobaker 2 years ago
nicely done. thank you.
noiretbeau 2 years ago
This was an excellent clip i love her work
bobo4890 2 years ago
beautiful... whats the name of this first song?
napzkeysone 2 years ago
MARAVILHOSO!!!
THANKS A LOT BRO!
mujersemilla 2 years ago
2:31, I've always had that mental image or something close to it, of how it be when I have children. I truly love this woman. She's a true heroine.
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