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Jennifer Hudson Sings 'Let It Be' at Haiti Telethon

By PopEater Staff Posted Jan 22nd 2010 10:11PM

While the 'Hope for Haiti Now' telethon was certainly about much more than musical performances, Jennifer Hudson's rendition of 'Let It Be' was the unlikely highlight of the night. Backed by The Roots and other musicians, the Oscar-winning singer-actress belted out the Paul McCartney-penned classic in true soul style.

Hudson's stellar take on the tune came amid performances form music's elite. Everyone from Bruce Springsteen to Stevie Wonder to Mary J. Blige poured their talent and hearts into songs to help raise money for Haitian earthquake victims during the George Clooney-organized telethon.

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Friday 22 January

By Michele

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Jennifer Hudson...I barely recognized her. If it wasn't for her powerhouse voice, I wouldn't have. Lennon and McCartney would be proud of her rendition. All our prayers for the people of Haiti. We care...

Saturday 23 January

By jmcmahon

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I agree, Lennon and McCartney would be proud, Hudson's voice is just stunning. My god, the way she sang that song, brought me to tears. Every part was beatutiful. God bless the people of Haiti.

Sunday 24 January

By Kelly

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I think the real praise should be going to Paul Mccartney for writing such a timeless meaningful song 40 years ago..Ms hudson should be bowing down to Paul for having the privlage to sing a such a meaningful Beatles song.

Friday 22 January

By selwyn bert matthew

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What an amazing performance. God has truly blessed you with a powerful gift. I let it be and was blessed. Thank you.

Friday 22 January

By Jim L

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My wife and I had tears in our eyes listening to Jennifer sing "Let it Be". She is amazing, and thanks to Idol, has been discovered. There are some true talents out there waiting to be discovered.

Saturday 23 January

By forkuu

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i was dissapointed with taylor swift.
and justin timberlake was clearly trying to get attention by trying to sing leonard cohen's song . his voice was not up to this great tune.
was that really madonna? she sounded odd.
but yes ms hudson sang that song with soul something many singers think they have , many thing they can imitate but cant .
ms hudson stole the night . sorry beyonce
and sakira you did not shine

Saturday 23 January

By kathryn

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did u not understand the meaning of what last night was all about? it wasn't about anybody shinning, most of them toned down their performances because they understood it wasn't about them, gosh.

Saturday 23 January

By Bessie

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Jennifer Hudson has an amazing gift of music. This song was so approriate because there are things that we do not understand, SO LET IT BE. Let's help Haiti to re-build and this probably is the answer. Thanks!

Saturday 23 January

By laurie

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I disagree.I think Shikira singing "I'll stand by you" was the best of the night.Gave me goose bumps.The whole show was great,but she was the best by far.

Saturday 23 January

By PEANUT

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We as American's are broke!!!!
Where is the government going to steal this money from
to pay for all this relief were giving those people.
All the hollywood stars are having a tel-a-thon
to raise millions of dollars.
I AM SICK TO DEATH of our American Government
and American people giving trillions of dollars to other
countries when we HERE in America are
jobless,homeless,and hungry!!!!!!
I would not give 1 red dam dime to Haiti or any other
country for that matter.
Thank You,
Give @ home first

Saturday 23 January

By PLAIN

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"Are there no prisons?...Are there no workhouses?".....-Ebenezer Scrooge

Saturday 23 January

By arrodinfan

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Its called being a human being....something you obviously do not understand

Saturday 23 January

By a peralta

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Yes you are so right. We always forget about ourselves. No one helped us with Katrina what about the people who still 4 years later are without a home. George Clooney is an actor looking for attention by the way he is not that great. He looks like a lost soul. Please people open up your eyes and start to help your neighbors and friends. Only when we do that will we see change.

Saturday 23 January

By Gail E. Cooper

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Jennifer Hudson is absolutely awesome! May GOD continue to bless her. It's always inspiring to hear singers who have their roots firmly planted in the tradition of gospel music. If she were to do a gospel album, it would certainly be a hit! Perhaps she will one day. May Peace Be With You, Jennifer, and the people of Haiti!

Saturday 23 January

By Robert

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Oh man "Let it be" that was great.Thanks Ms Hudson

Saturday 23 January

By N A Brown

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Jennifer Hudson is the TRUTH! She sang the heck out of that song (LET IT BE) and looked FABULOUS to boot. I Luv her. She is much like Whitney Houston;

SHE MAKES ANYTHING SOUND GREAT!!!!

Saturday 23 January

By Dottie Chambers

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Jennifer Hudson rendition of "Let It Be" was truly amazing and inspirational. She not only looked great, but her voice and the song left me in tears. God bless you continually and thanks be to God for giving you this amazing gift to bless others in song. Wonderful!!!

Saturday 23 January

By Derf

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Simply Amazing

Saturday 23 January

By Sue

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So they have all this money for Haiti, when are they goning to help the people in the good ole USA?
And why did they have to cram this program down our throats? I for one did not wish to watch this program but found it hard to find something else to watch. Did not need to be on all of the stations, if I wanted to watch I could, but don't force me to!

Saturday 23 January

By Jackie

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You can always cut the TV off. You didn't or don't see the goodness in it anyway. Stop being so selfish. You truly are.

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