Nelly Furtado: Tiny Desk Concert
Summary
TLDRThe video script features a lively performance by the artist Nelly Furtado, who takes the audience on a musical journey through her discography. Starting with songs from her 2006 album 'Loose' and moving backwards to 2003's 'Explode', she engages the crowd with hits like 'Powerless' and 'Maneater'. The performance is a mix of nostalgia and energy, with special introductions to her long-time collaborators, including her vocal producer Jim Bean and others from her original band. The set, creatively directed by her daughter Nevas, showcases Furtado's dynamic stage presence and her enduring musical talent.
Takeaways
- 🎵 The script starts with a musical introduction, setting the tone for the performance.
- 🎤 The artist, Nelly Furtado, performs songs from her album 'Loose' and also goes back to her 2003 hit 'Powerless'.
- 🤝 Nelly acknowledges her collaborators, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in her music.
- 👏 She invites the audience to clap and participate, creating an interactive and engaging atmosphere.
- 🎶 The performance includes a mix of songs that showcase Nelly's versatility and musical range.
- 👋 Nelly introduces her team members one by one, highlighting their contributions to her music.
- 👩🎤 She mentions her vocal producer, Jim Bean, and his iconic voice, adding a personal touch to the performance.
- 🎹 The presence of Angelie, a co-writer of 'Say It Right', underscores the collaborative nature of songwriting.
- 🎧 Nelly's first two albums were produced with Sweet Westy, indicating a long-standing professional relationship.
- 🎷 The inclusion of various musicians and producers in the performance demonstrates the collective effort behind creating music.
- 🎉 The script concludes with a high-energy performance of 'Maneater', leaving the audience with an impression of Nelly's dynamic stage presence.
Q & A
What is the significance of the song 'Loose' mentioned in the script?
-The song 'Loose' is from the artist's album released in 2006, which she performed during the event described in the script.
What does the artist mean by 'stand for your f' in the transcript?
-The transcript seems to have a typographical error or is cut off. It's likely the artist was saying 'stand for your faith' or a similar phrase, but the full context is missing.
Can you explain the meaning behind the lyrics 'face burn as a memory of bedroom f with a lighter and some haing'?
-This line is quite abstract and could be interpreted in various ways. It might be referring to a vivid memory associated with a past romantic or intimate experience, with 'face burn' possibly symbolizing embarrassment or passion.
What is the role of Jim Bean as mentioned in the script?
-Jim Bean is the artist's vocal producer on the 'Loose' album and is introduced as having an iconic voice, indicating his importance in the artist's work.
Who is Angelie and why is she significant in the script?
-Angelie is an amazing artist who collaborated with the main artist on the song 'Your Man'. She is significant as she co-wrote the song with the main artist.
What is the connection between the artist and Sweet Westy?
-Sweet Westy, also known as Track and Field, produced the artist's first two albums along with Gerald Eaton, indicating a long-standing professional relationship.
How long has Dean Jarvis been working with the artist?
-Dean Jarvis has been working with the artist for 25 years since she was a little girl, showcasing a long-term collaboration.
What is the significance of DJ Little Jazz in the script?
-DJ Little Jazz is a pioneer in the scratching world and was part of the artist's original band, adding a nostalgic element to the event.
Who is credited for the creative direction of the event?
-The event's creative direction is credited to the artist's daughter, Nevas, highlighting her involvement and contribution.
What is the story behind the artist's collaboration with Missy Elliott?
-The artist was introduced to Missy Elliott by Timberland in 2001. Missy Elliott saw the artist on MTV and wanted her on the 'Get Your Freak On' remix, which was played on Urban radio but was never officially released.
What song did the artist perform as a tribute to Missy Elliott?
-The artist performed a song titled 'Clap Your Hands' as a tribute to Missy Elliott, which was part of the 'Get Your Freak On' remix.
What is the title of the last song the artist performed in the script?
-The last song performed by the artist in the script is called 'Maneater'.
Outlines
🎤 Music and Memories
The script begins with a chaotic mix of music and fragmented phrases, suggesting a live performance or a music video. The artist, N, introduces themselves and mentions a 'tiny desk' event, possibly referring to a performance setting. The narrative is interspersed with lyrics, applause, and musical cues, creating an energetic atmosphere. There's a sense of nostalgia as the artist reflects on past experiences and performances, including a song from their 2006 album 'Loose' and the track 'Explode' from 2003. The artist also teases a well-known song, encouraging the audience to clap along.
🎵 Artistic Collaborations and Introductions
This paragraph focuses on the artist's interactions with the audience and the introduction of key collaborators. The script includes playful banter and song lyrics that hint at a romantic theme. The artist expresses gratitude for the opportunity to perform and acknowledges the presence of Jim Bean, a vocal producer from Philadelphia who has been instrumental in the creation of the album 'Loose'. Other team members are introduced, such as Angelie, a co-writer, and Sweet Westy, a long-time producer. The artist also introduces musicians and crew members who have contributed to their career, emphasizing the collaborative nature of their work and the longevity of some partnerships.
🤝 Shout-Outs and Musical Influences
The artist continues the performance with a narrative that includes shout-outs to significant figures in their career. A special mention is given to Timberland, who introduced the artist to Missy Elliott, leading to a collaboration in 2001. The artist reminisces about the remix of 'Get Your Freak On' that was not widely recognized but was significant to them. The script then transitions into a performance of this remix, inviting the audience to join in the celebration of this musical connection. The energy is high as the artist encourages the audience to party and enjoy the music.
🎉 Audience Engagement and Song Performance
The script describes an interactive live performance where the artist engages the audience in singing along to the lyrics. The artist shares the stage with a dynamic team, creating a lively atmosphere. There's a focus on audience participation, with the artist prompting the crowd to sing and dance along. The performance includes a song called 'Clap Your Hands', which seems to be a call to action for the audience to join in the celebration of music. The artist also teases a song about recognizing insincere intentions, adding a layer of personal storytelling to the performance.
💃 Finale Performance and Closing Remarks
The final paragraph of the script culminates in a high-energy performance of the song 'Maneater'. The artist encourages the audience to dance and fully engage with the music. The lyrics suggest a theme of attraction and the challenges of relationships. The performance is dynamic, with the artist commanding the audience's attention and participation. The script ends with a strong closing, leaving a lasting impression of the artist's energetic and captivating performance.
🌏 Global Acknowledgement and Encore
In this closing segment, the artist expresses gratitude for the global audience and hints at an encore or additional performance. The script suggests a sense of completion and satisfaction with the event, as the artist thanks the audience once more and implies that the musical journey has come full circle. The use of applause signifies the audience's appreciation and the success of the performance.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Tiny Desk
💡Album
💡Explode
💡Powerless
💡Collaboration
💡Vocal Producer
💡Percussionist
💡Creative Director
💡Remix
💡Maneater
💡Performance
Highlights
Introduction of the artist Nelly Furtado and her performance at the Tiny Desk.
Performance of songs from Nelly Furtado's album 'Loose' and the song 'Explode' from 2003.
Engaging the audience with the song 'Powerless' and its energetic rendition.
Artistic storytelling through lyrics and music, creating an immersive experience.
The use of a lighter and a haiku in 'Face Burn' to evoke memories and emotions.
Reflection on past experiences and the evolution of the artist's music.
Collaboration with various musicians and producers throughout Nelly Furtado's career.
Introduction of Jim Bean, vocal producer on 'Loose', and his iconic voice.
Angelie's contribution as a co-writer of 'All Good Things' and her presence at the performance.
Sweet Westy's role as a producer of the first two albums and his emotional return to the stage.
Dean Jarvis's long-term collaboration with Nelly Furtado, spanning 25 years.
Daniel Stone's talent as a percussionist and his contribution to the live performance.
Harag's role as a producer and his work on the live show's creative direction.
DJ Little Jazz's pioneering work in the scratching world and his presence in the original band.
Creative direction of the set by Nelly Furtado's daughter, Nevas.
Performance of the song 'Maneater' with its catchy rhythm and engaging lyrics.
Encouragement of audience participation and interaction during the performance.
Final song performance that showcases Nelly Furtado's versatility and musical range.
Transcripts
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in me
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live you you so
[Applause]
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powerless this life is too to live just
for you but when you feel so
powerless what do you call
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so say what
you thank
you uh uh
started thank you so much we're we're
really excited to be here yeah we might
we might be a little
nervous but the good kind exciting kind
um those two tracks were well I started
with a song from from my album loose
from 2006 and then I went backwards to
2003 did a song called explode and then
powerless and um you might know this
next
one every come on everybody I need you
clap your hand for this one right here
go take your back shout
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give me don't get mad
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mad get mad tiny am I throwing you off
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no am I throwing you
off one more time am I throwing you
off hey hey I didn't think
so let's go how you doing young lady
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about the choke I was first time that we
spoke you're looking for a girl that
treat you right how you looking for in
the with you might be the type if I my
cars right I find out by the end of the
night you expect me to just let you it
but do you me all I can do is try give
me one chance with the ring on your hand
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about you just see so innoc get
my I'm tired of running Let's Walk For A
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all alone and it's you that I want miss
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you name you know what I want and I got
what you
need let's get to the par we all around
you
thank you um I want to take a real
special minute to introduce uh you might
hear Jim Bean over here he's from Philly
he's representing for the US everybody
else is from uh
Canada but we we have collaborated for
years and he is my vocal producer on
loose and I'm so happy to have him here
because um his voice is Iconic so thank
you Jim
introduce somebody else
after
um actually you know should I introduce
everyone now maybe I should while I'm
while I'm I don't want to start talking
to over here is Angelie my an amazing
artist also we're both from Canada we we
write together she she wrote e your man
with me it was really important for me
to have her here I'm happy she made
time and over here here is a very
special man um this is sweet Westy him
you might know him as track and field um
him and I I'm going to
cry we produced my first two albums
together and um along with Gerald Eaton
and so I'm just so happy he came to do
this
today this is uh this is Dean Jarvis
we've been working together for 25 years
since I was a little
girl this is will if you don't know
you'll know now he's incredible musician
also uh from from gtino
Quebec over here is Daniel Stone um my
favorite percussionist we'll just
say over over here is harag who we also
he's an amazing producer and working a
lot on our live stuff and we got some
new Cuts
coming last but not least we have like
the ultimate throwback today here we
have from my OG original band uh this is
DJ Little Jazz um incredible Pioneer in
the scratching world uh won't won't
mention all his awards from over the
years but this is also uh this set's
been creative directed by my daughter
nevas which is this is her
dad
I'm and thank you nevas great job let's
keep it going
[Applause]
okay
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reality it's way to clear the me
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don't see we miss everything they
dreaming lame to D love us to
friends why all good be come to an end L
to dust Lo to
friends why do all good things come to
one end come to an end come to an end I
do all good things come to an end come
to come
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to hey
hey you're
beautiful that's for sure show show show
never
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that I
won't
change cuz all my love
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is have all my love is strong oh yeah
come on
y'all like I F away I don't know where
my soul is I don't know where my
is I'm like I only fly away I don't know
where my soul is I don't know where my
home is baby all I need for you know
you know as Jim was saying earlier we we
really wanted to give a shout out to
Timberland
um I
don't if he doesn't have one I feel like
he needs his own tiny desk for sure but
um so this this relevant story so Timlin
introduced me to miss Elliot and it was
2001 and I only had I'm like a bird out
and she saw me with like my Dida shelto
on my jeans and my Princess Leia buns on
MTV and she said I want her on the get
your freak on remix and not a lot of
people know this because it was played a
lot on Urban radio at the time but it
was never an official like it's not you
can't find it anywhere maybe YouTube I'm
not sure or whatever but uh so we're
going to play for you
[Applause]
come on everybody let's party y'all hey
hey hey hey
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hey hands
[Applause]
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up
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hey then I'm a Chie F Banger with the
top down low on my flow cuz it's so
fresh like boys with white Runners carve
chest yes you yes
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going to tell it there a story I defend
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where she come from this International
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up who's that chick Meep
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meere in your stereo
Nell in your stereo oh oh
oh in your stereo
quiet it's my new
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[Applause]
song Clap Your Hands y'all
come ahead now hey hey hey hey go ahead
go ahead now hey hey hey hey go ahead go
ahead now hey hey hey and I can tell it
from your mouth that you're real good at
working with your mouth and you're not
really trying to mess with my mind and
good at pretending that you could be
mine yeah I can tell it from your
mouth you got the devil in your eyes so
not going to waste all of my time on you
you should know that
I I want on looking
to
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way mind
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that your hands everybody come on go
ahead now hey hey hey hey go ahead go
ahead now hey hey hey
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hey like a bird I'm taking it home my
body like an I say you're right now do
what I say apply the pressure into your
veins blood on the floor I'm pushing the
pain I let the creatures to the
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cage goad
nowy go ahead go ahead now
sing along y'all see us in
[Applause]
theor
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all see
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you
real on the'll be watching all night we
here H it to me give it to me give it to
me want to see you work about it give it
to me give it to me give it to me if you
see us in the club be acting real you
see us on the floor you'll be watching
all night we need a h give it to me give
it to me give it to me to see
you you see us in the club we'll be
acting if you see us on the floor you'll
be watching all night we ain't here to H
nobody give it to give it to me give it
to see
you yes
tiny thank you so
much Portugal let's see for for
portug Portuguese out here we are out
here um GA and one last one please
please Dance please
[Music]
Dance the song's called Maneater
[Music]
oh everybody look at me me I walk in the
door
screaming on everybody what
you move your body around
like everybody get your to crack around
oh you crazy people come on jump around
I want to see you all on your knees
knees you're either want to be with me
pleas
oh make you work hard make you streng
hard make you
want love She's a
Man love man make you make you sp make
you love
love make you make you good we should
never ever met her at all and when she
walk she walk with passion oh when she T
you she can handle it when she ask for
something she me it even if you never
ever seen it oh everybody get your
around oh you crazy people come on jump
around doing anything to get my because
she said she love you love you long time
come on now man'll make you work hard
make you hard make you
want she man make
you the man make you work hard make you
make you want all of love the man to
make you make
you never at all
[Music]
[Applause]
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[Applause]
[Music]
to make you work you stand
you man to make you make you make you
want all love she the man need to make
you make you we should never made at all
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around the world I
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a around the world I never SE nothing
like around
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[Applause]
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