When Christina Aguilera and A Great Big World came together to perform at the American Music Awards in 2019, the result was one of the greatest performances the award ceremony had ever seen! Giving a stunning rendition of their powerful duet ‘Fall On Me,’ the video of their performance has already left over three million people around the world with their jaws on the floor.
A Great Big World vocalist Ian Axel begins the performance, bringing authentic emotions and a melancholic atmosphere with his melodic vocals and plaintive piano playing. But when Christina takes over the vocals, the performance is elevated to a whole new level, the passion and intensity of her voice lending the rendition iconic status.
For those who aren’t familiar with the track ‘Fall On Me’, it was originally written by the two members of A Great Big World and recorded by Andrea Bocelli and his son Matteo. A Great Big World later recorded their own version featuring Christina Aguilera, who had previously worked with the duo on their global hit ‘Say Something’ in 2013.
Talking of ‘Say Something’, here is a live rendition of that very song, showing that the chemistry shared by A Great Big World and Christina on their 2019 AMA performance was not simply a fluke. That chemistry is emphasized in this earlier performance, also from the AMAs, and again proves just what an inimitable vocal performer Christina is, no matter what she is singing.
Christina Aguilera is one of the greatest vocalists of the 21st century – that much is for sure. Her work with A Great Big World not only affirms this talent but also shows the magical chemistry that can be created between two artists when they have a shared musical vision. Let’s hope there are plenty more collaborations coming from these artists in the near future!
Christina Aguilera and A Great Big World’s collaboration at the 2019 AMAs remains a testament to the magic of live music and dynamic partnerships. Their breathtaking rendition of ‘Fall On Me’ captivated millions, showcasing the emotional depth and raw talent of the artists involved.