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Positive Vibes Only: Koryn Hawthorne Delivers Soulful Live Performance Of "Speak To Me"

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Positive Vibes Only: Koryn Hawthorne Delivers Soulful Live Performance Of "Speak To Me"

To open Koryn Hawthorne's lively performance, actor and vegan influencer Tabitha Brown sets the tone with a charming dedication to the power of music

GRAMMYs/Mar 21, 2021 - 11:45 pm

For the latest edition of GRAMMY.com's inspirational video series, Positive Vibes Only, GRAMMY-nominated gospel singer Koryn Hawthorne and actor and vegan influencer Tabitha Brown take us to the church of music. In the powerful video, which you can watch in full below, Hawthorne serves up a lively rendition of her 2020 R&B-tinged gospel track, "Speak To Me."

"Music has the ability to speak to our hearts, to our minds, to our souls. It always makes us feel something," Brown says in the video, the perfect introduction for a performance that does just that.

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Positive Vibes Only: Cochren & Co. Offer A Supportive Hand In This Healing Performance Of "Be There For You"
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Positive Vibes Only: Cochren & Co. Offer A Supportive Hand In This Healing Performance Of "Be There For You"

Christian worship group Cochren & Co. vow to be a shoulder to lean on with "Be There for You," a track from their second album, 'Running Home.'

GRAMMYs/May 21, 2023 - 05:55 pm

It's always hard to watch someone you love go through a difficult time. But as Cochren & Co. remind in "Be There for You," words of support can be the best medicine.

"Days fade in and leave the same/ An endless battle, seems like nothing has changed/ I wish I could tell you when this season will end/ Better days are coming," they sing in the track's chorus.

In this episode of Positive Vibes Only, Cochren & Co. deliver a healing performance of "Be There for You." The collective's front man, Michael Cochren, performs the song alongside six other lively musicians, driving home the message of community and support.

"Be There for You" is a track from Cochren & Co.'s second album, Running Home. The project is about Cochren's return to the arms of God, and is meant to be an encouraging message for anyone who's found themselves losing their spirituality.

"When we go off looking for things in the broken world, we will never find them," Cochren said to the Christian Beat

"Ultimately, we only find what we need when we return to our loving God." 

Press play on the video above to watch Cochren & Co.'s inspiring performance of "Be There for You," and check back to GRAMMY.com for more new episodes of Positive Vibes Only.

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Positive Vibes Only: Brandee Younger Reimagines The Enchantment Of Stevie Wonder's "If It's Magic" In This Instrumental Cover
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Positive Vibes Only: Brandee Younger Reimagines The Enchantment Of Stevie Wonder's "If It's Magic" In This Instrumental Cover

Using just a harp, Brandee Younger delivers a moving performance of Stevie Wonder's 1976 deep cut "If It's Magic."

GRAMMYs/May 14, 2023 - 05:48 pm

Almost 50 years ago, Stevie Wonder graced the world with his critically acclaimed (and Album Of The Year-winning)  studio album, Songs in the Key of Life. Beyond notable singles "Isn't She Lovely" and "I Wish" lives "If It's Magic," a song about the unavoidable failure of unprotected love.

"If it's magic/ Then why can't it be everlasting?/ Like the sun that always shines/ Like the poet's endless rhymes/ Like the galaxies in time," Wonder questions in the track's opening verse. "It holds the key to every heart/ Throughout the universe/ It fills you up without a bite/ And quenches every thirst."

In this episode of Positive Vibes Only, American harpist Brandee Younger performs a soothing, instrumental cover of "If It's Magic." Younger plays the harp from a well-lit room covered in  plants, increasing the serene ambiance of the performance.

Last month, Younger released her latest album, Brand New Life. As one of the most prominent Black, female harpists, Younger created Brand New Life as one of her many efforts to highlight the musical contributions of Black women. In 2022, she became the first Black woman to be nominated for a GRAMMY Award in the Best Instrumental Composition category.

Press play on the video above to watch Brandee Younger's tranquil cover of Stevie Wonder's deep cut "If It's Magic," and check back to GRAMMY.com every Sunday for more new episodes of Positive Vibes Only.

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Positive Vibes Only: Johnny Rez Discovers Contentment Through God In This Performance Of "Preciosa"
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Positive Vibes Only: Johnny Rez Discovers Contentment Through God In This Performance Of "Preciosa"

On "Preciosa," Cuban worship singer Johnny Rez declares that his only necessity is God's presence — a statement that has become even more meaningful after his battle with addiction.

GRAMMYs/May 11, 2023 - 08:01 pm

On "Preciosa," Cuban worship singer Johnny Rez turns his back on earthly desires. Through the presence of God, Rez recognizes he has enough for eternal fulfillment.

"How precious is your presence/ You are everything I need/ Nowhere else I'd rather be," Rez declares in the track's chorus. 

In this episode of Positive Vibes Only, Rez performs a version of "Preciosa" that fuses English, Spanish and Portuguese. Rez uses soft, falsetto tonation to evoke a sense of intimacy with God before growing more confident into the song's climax, proudly belting his praises.

As detailed on his website, Rez began his worship journey in 2010 after a battle with addiction that eventually led to a house arrest sentence. Today, he's found freedom and passion within music thanks to his strong relationship with God.

Since then, Rez has cultivated a fertile career in music, appearing on 'The Voice' and 'American Idol' and performing alongside Demi Lovato, Tye Tribbett, and Ricky Martin. Rez released "Preciosa" alongside "Tu Bondad," another proclamation of the strength he's received through his faith.

Press play on the video above to watch Johnny Rez's lighthearted performance of "Preciosa," and check back to GRAMMY.com every Sunday for more new episodes of Positive Vibes Only.

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Positive Vibes Only: Devon Gilfillian Calls For A Revolution In This Soulful Performance Of "Love You Anyway"
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Positive Vibes Only: Devon Gilfillian Calls For A Revolution In This Soulful Performance Of "Love You Anyway"

Emerging soul artist Devon Gilfillian aims to build a world without hatred with a performance of "Love You Anyway," the title track from his latest album.

GRAMMYs/Apr 30, 2023 - 07:48 pm

In a world often laden with hate and dissension, Devon Gilfillian fights for a life with equity, diversity and love. His new single, "Love You Anyway," proves that it's possible to build connections despite differences.

"Even when you turn a blind eye to my sorry/ I swallow my pride/ The day will come when we won't even have tomorrow/ I'll be glad that I tried/ I love you anyway," Gilfillian sings on the track's third verse.

In this episode of Positive Vibes Only, Devon Gilfillian delivers a passionate performance of the heartfelt song. Gilfillian further emphasizes his message of unity as he performs alongside a five-member band and two background vocalists.

"Love You Anyway" is the title track from Gilfillian's second studio album, released April 7 via Fantasy Records. Love You Anyway is an album that celebrates Black joy and narrates Gilfillian's experience as a Black artist in a society riddled with division and oppression. 

Press play on the video above to watch Devon Gilfillian's honest performance of "Love You Anyway," and check back to GRAMMY.com every Sunday for more new episodes of Positive Vibes Only.

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