In her autobiography, Knight writes that she was reluctant to record ‘If I Were Your Woman’ as she struggled to relate to the lyric. In the below performance, filmed for the BBC in 1972, Knight conveys the vulnerability of the lyric and the longing for romantic and sexual intimacy. Knight’s rendering of this Kris Kristofferson ballad is a masterclass in phrasing and interpretation. ‘Help Me Make It Through the Night’ – 1972 But this performance, performed at the Kennedy Center to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, smacks of joy. There are a plethora of videos of Ms Knight performing her signature song ‘Midnight Train to Georgia’. To quote a YouTube commenter: ‘A lmost 30 years ago this song was released and she’s still singing it with no effort! Classy and elegant!’ Backed by the BBC Concert Orchestra, Knight’s performance below is defiant and assertive. ‘License to Kill’, recorded in 1989 for the James Bond film of the same name, is a thrilling power ballad written by Narada Michael Walden. This performance, live from Hyde Park, underscores the marvellous shape of Knight’s voice. There is an aching melancholy and wistfulness in Knight’s reading below. Gladys Knight & The Pips recorded a live rendition in 1974 which became a moderate hit. This Academy Award-winning standard was first recorded by Barbra Streisand for the film The Way We Were (1973). Knight’s live performance of the song on Burt Sugarman’s The Midnight Special featured a live horn section and an immaculate vocal that could have been recorded straight to vinyl. The melancholic ‘Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye)’ was Gladys Knight & The Pips’ last single before leaving Motown Records for Buddah Records. ‘Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye)’ – 1973 In advance of her shows – 29th/30th June – we have broken down eight of our favourite live performances from Ms Knight. An opening artist not to be missed, drawing inspiration from gospel, soul, blues and jazz.The Empress of Soul Gladys Knight is again gracing the stage of the Royal Albert Hall, having last performed there in 2019. Picking up Jazz FM's prestigious 'Soul Act of The Year' award last year, Mica has supported the likes of Lionel Richie and Gregory Porter as well as selling out her own headline UK tour this summer. Releasing her debut album 'Heaven Knows' to critical acclaim last year, Mica Millar has quickly become one of the brightest new stars of British Soul music. one last time!įor this tour Gladys is joined by special guest Mica Miller. Known for her collection of classic hits such as Midnight Train To Georgia (which remains one of the most famous Motown records to date), Help Me Make It Through The Night, Licence To Kill (the official theme song to the James Bond film), The Way We Were, Baby Don't' Change Your Mind, and You're The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me, Gladys Knight is one of music’s icons, and her contribution to pop culture unparalleled.ĭon’t miss the seeing the incredible Gladys Knight. Very few singers over the last 50 years have matched her unquestionable artistry. The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest. Listed Under Music Events / Nights Out Events
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