Live Performances That Changed Our Lives

Taking an artist out of the vocal booth and putting them on stage will quickly tell you if they are performers or just great vocalists. Let's take a look at our favourite live performances throughout the years.

BESO - Rauw Alejandro x Rosalía

The second the piano melody kicks in, we are hooked. Two voices that melt together like butter, and a chemistry so undeniable that it feels like the last two people on earth.

Work - Rihanna x Drake

Speaking of chemistry.. Seven years ago, Rihanna and Drake took to the legendary BRIT Awards stage in matching whites and performed their duet "Work."

Save Your Tears - The Weeknd x Ariana Grande

Staying in the category of iconic duets, Ariana Grande joined the Weeknd on stage for "Save Your Tears" at the 2021 iHeart Radio Music Awards, and made her first official appearance since getting married.

Levitating / Don't Start Now - Dua Lipa

Remember when people made fun of Dua Lipa for seemingly dancing like a pencil getting sharpened? Well, after this 2021 Grammy performance she had trolls all over the internet eat their words. An elegant and strongly dance-influenced performance that put her on the map as a true live performer.

Let Me Love You - Mario x Zendaya

When you truly think about it, is there anything Zendaya can't do? And are we even surprised that Mario sounds like a literal angel live? A match made in heaven.

Heartbreak Anniversary - Giveon

Talk about a heavenly experience. With a glass of wine in his hand, he steps on stage in front of thousands of singing fans. It's emotional and beautiful, and for sure a moment Giveon will never forget. Neither will we.

Jhené Aiko - Tiny Desk (Home)

NPR Music knows what's up. Home to hundreds of iconic live performances from different musical talents, and now with another one added to the batch, Jhené Aiko's magical home concert during Covid-19.

It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over - Ruel (Lenny Kravitz cover)

You can never go wrong with the Australian radio concept, Like A Version. Every week a musician or band comes into the studio to play one of their own songs and cover a song they love. Like A Version has been accompanied by top artists like Lorde, Tame Impala and Arctic Monkeys. Here, Australian star Ruel gives his rendition of the timeless Lenny Kravitz song.

Jealous, Cake By The Ocean, Sucker Medley - Jonas Brothers

Here is one for everyone, whether you are a Nick, Joe or Kevin girlie by heart. Not only a vocally strong performance, but also a personal one, as all three of their wives are in the crowd watching them proudly together.

1-800-273-8255 - Logic x Alessia Cara, Khalid

Never forget this emotional performance at the MTV VMAs in 2017 with the most beautiful message. Every time we watch it, at least a couple of tears get shed.

No Time To Die - Billie Eilish

The amount of times we have watched this live performance is no joke. Billie Eilish's massive talent continues to shock over and over again. And not to forget the brilliance of Finneas' production and arrangement.

Never Say Never - Justin Bieber x Jaden Smith

Do we even need to say anything? Whether you were a belieber growing up, this song will do something to you. Seeing it being performed with the original feature, Jaden Smith, is a blessing. Usually, artists don't perform songs that lies that far back in their career due to difficulties with singing it live and a shift in the musical style affiliated with their "brand."

Greedy - Tate McRae

Boy can this girl move! Certain things about her reminds us of a young Britney Spears and that is part if what intrigues us. Tate McRae is a Canadian singer/songwriter who is currently taking the world by storm and claiming her spot in the music industry.

Señorita - Shawn Mendes x Camila Cabello

A love story we are not ready to let go of just yet. There is hope that these two will find their way back to each other and create more intimate, beautiful duets like this.