Jennifer Hudson, Jon Batiste, And Stephen Perform '(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman'

Jennifer Hudson hits the stage to show us the difference between how she sings "from her feet" and how Aretha Franklin sings "from the top of her head." JHud will also be bringing live music back to the world famous Apollo Theatre on August 19th for their first show back! All proceeds will also go to the Fearless Fund, a venture capital fund built by women of color for women of color. #Colbert #Respect #JenniferHudson

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[tcpatterson]

LOL! Love how Jennifer has these two grown men singing about how they feel like a 'natural woman'.

[ChefMimsy]

Jon Batiste is so genuinely thrilled to work with other musicians and singers that the audience can't help but love it too. He's amazingly talented in his own right, yet his ego is never on stage with him. Stephen made a brilliant decision when he chose Jon and Stay Human as his show's band. Jon never fails to impress. We need more Jon Batistes in this world in every field and discipline.

[jenh.]

I swear Stephen has the best band in late night. The way they all effortlessly joined in on Jennifer’s piano playing and were all so in tune without even saying a word, I mean come on.

[godofthebiblespeaks]

When she demonstrated Aretha’s singing style her voice was still packed with power. Jennifer’s voice is so powerful, and this was a delight!

[isisatlantis]

Just when I thought I couldn't love Stephen anymore...he sings "Natural Woman." Amazing. Beautiful job Jennifer and Jon.

[daviddennison]

Anyone else get a bit emotional? Jon, Stephen, and Jennifer vibing so naturally together! WOW!

[jamiejames]

The joy on Jon’s face when they’re singing…it’s everything.
Jennifer is SO freaking talented. 💕

[stevejohnson]

Sometimes this creature that is the Stephen Colbert Show is just a little bit of magic...

[sarahnoble]

Stephen being like “I’m not a singer, myself” and then BUSTS out with this kickass falsetto 😵

[Angie_YouTube]

Stephen caught the spirit 🙌🏽 that's when you take it to church and that exactly what the band did. Perfect ending 😍

[mkst]

Jennifer is proof: you can come in 7th and still WIN!

[romlyn]

Wow... Stephen can hit some notes... so surprising. And Jennifer... she is all that! And more.

[FlyingDwarfman]

Until his falsetto solo bit at the end, I'd forgotten that Stephen had had a music background back in the day.

Gotta confess a bit of jealousy at him being able to hit those notes.

[alexd]

This girl carries the light so effortlessly. Bless her.

[AaronMartinez-jsjq]

Being around that woman has got to be like living in a musical everyday and I love it.

[laalaastl]

Jon and Stephen are THE most natural women I've EVER seen!

[taerri]

The beauty and art and humor that Jennifer, Jon and Stephen brought to the show tonight was absolute magic. Thank you!!

[nross]

Stephen went to church. That's his southern roots. Beautiful to see them all blend togerher.

[fionnafaulk]

My favorite part was when they "took it to church" at the end. Wish they'd showed some more of that!! 💃👏

[Biscuitplease]

This is why Jennifer was my favorite coach on the voice. She can bring the music out of anyone.