Brandi Carlile Returns to Saturday Night Live with Powerful Performances of 'Church & State' and 'Human'
In a highly anticipated return to the iconic stage, Grammy-winning artist Brandi Carlile performed two soul-stirring tracks from her latest album, 'Returning to Myself', on Saturday Night Live (SNL). The performance was met with widespread acclaim, showcasing Carlile's raw talent and emotional delivery.
Carlile kicked off her set with 'Church & State', a hauntingly beautiful song that explores themes of moral decay and personal struggle. Written in collaboration with Andrew Watt and the Hanseroth twins, the track is a poignant commentary on the state of society today. With its soaring chorus and Carlile's powerful vocals, 'Church & State' left viewers visibly moved.
Next up was another standout track from the album, 'Human', a deeply personal ballad that delves into the complexities of mental health and self-discovery. The performance featured Carlile on acoustic guitar, her voice weaving in and out of a simple yet effective melody. As she sang about finding her footing and rediscovering her sense of purpose, it was clear that this was a deeply cathartic experience for both Carlile and the audience.
In an interview with Rolling Stone earlier this month, Carlile opened up about the inspiration behind 'Returning to Myself', citing the toxic energy that emerged during the pandemic as a major catalyst for creative expression. "Everybody came out of Covid with all this toxic energy," she explained, "and I just wanted to explode onto the scene and accomplish and collaborate and be everywhere and do everything."
Carlile's SNL performance marked her fourth time as musical guest on the show, solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile artist. With her 'Human Tour' set to launch in February, fans can look forward to more electrifying performances from this incredibly gifted singer-songwriter.
The full video of Carlile's SNL appearance is available now on YouTube, offering a glimpse into the emotional intensity of her live performance.
In a highly anticipated return to the iconic stage, Grammy-winning artist Brandi Carlile performed two soul-stirring tracks from her latest album, 'Returning to Myself', on Saturday Night Live (SNL). The performance was met with widespread acclaim, showcasing Carlile's raw talent and emotional delivery.
Carlile kicked off her set with 'Church & State', a hauntingly beautiful song that explores themes of moral decay and personal struggle. Written in collaboration with Andrew Watt and the Hanseroth twins, the track is a poignant commentary on the state of society today. With its soaring chorus and Carlile's powerful vocals, 'Church & State' left viewers visibly moved.
Next up was another standout track from the album, 'Human', a deeply personal ballad that delves into the complexities of mental health and self-discovery. The performance featured Carlile on acoustic guitar, her voice weaving in and out of a simple yet effective melody. As she sang about finding her footing and rediscovering her sense of purpose, it was clear that this was a deeply cathartic experience for both Carlile and the audience.
In an interview with Rolling Stone earlier this month, Carlile opened up about the inspiration behind 'Returning to Myself', citing the toxic energy that emerged during the pandemic as a major catalyst for creative expression. "Everybody came out of Covid with all this toxic energy," she explained, "and I just wanted to explode onto the scene and accomplish and collaborate and be everywhere and do everything."
Carlile's SNL performance marked her fourth time as musical guest on the show, solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile artist. With her 'Human Tour' set to launch in February, fans can look forward to more electrifying performances from this incredibly gifted singer-songwriter.
The full video of Carlile's SNL appearance is available now on YouTube, offering a glimpse into the emotional intensity of her live performance.
it felt like she brought back that same energy we had with artists like Joni Mitchell and Fleetwood Mac back in the day 
when music was more about telling a story than just making hits, you know? 'Church & State' was like something from her old album 'By The Way I Forgive You', but still so unique to her. and 'Human' gave me chills, it's like she's speaking straight to our souls 
. i'm glad she's doing well and can't wait for her human tour 
Her 'Church & State' performance gave me CHILLS - that song is SO relevant to our times, you know? 
It's like she's channeling this dark energy and turning it into something beautiful. I'm not surprised she mentioned Covid as an inspiration for her album - that toxic energy is still lingering out there, but Brandi Carlile is using her platform to spread love and hope 
Can't wait for her 'Human Tour' - mark my words, this girl is going to blow the roof off! 
'church & state' was like watching a spiritual awakening on stage - it sent shivers down my spine 
and 'human' was like therapy in song form, you know? 
. I love how she tackled those heavy topics in 'Church & State' – it's not easy to tackle stuff like moral decay and personal struggle in a song, but she makes it sound so powerful and relatable. 
! The stats are in: 93% of viewers gave her SNL performance a 10/10 on social media 
, with over 1.2 million views on YouTube already 
. And let's not forget those sick beats per minute (BPM) - 'Church & State' averaged 120 BPM, while 'Human' clocked in at a soothing 90 BPM 
. I mean, have you seen the chart-toppers: 'Human' is currently at #3 on Billboard's Rock Airplay chart 
. Brandi Carlile's SNL performance was a masterclass in emotional delivery - her raw talent and vulnerability had me crying happy tears 
. Her music is more than just songs, it's a reflection of our society's struggles and her talent is just incredible 
. The pandemic was such a dark time for many, but Carlile's music is like a beacon of hope 
. I love how she pours her heart out on stage, it's truly inspiring 
. Can't wait to see what the 'Human Tour' has in store 
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. Don't get me wrong, I've seen some great live performances in the past, but this one was on a whole different level... like she was speaking directly to my soul 
. Can't wait for her 'Human Tour' and seeing what else she's got up her sleeve 
can't wait to see what the rest of her tour brings 
. You know what this reminds me of? The whole #MeToo movement and the importance of speaking out about mental health. Carlile's music is like a breath of fresh air in an industry where people are often silenced or shamed for their voices 
. It just goes to show that when we use our platforms to share our stories, we can create real change.
... and can we talk about how powerful her voice is?! 
i loved how she played acoustic guitar on 'Human', it added this whole new level of intimacy to the song 
Her song 'Church & State' is so powerful and thought-provoking, I mean who hasn't felt like they're struggling to find their place in the world? It's so relatable. And her voice just gives me chills every time! 
. And that emotional delivery? Chills all around 
! And let's talk about the numbers game - her 'Human Tour' is expected to gross $50 million in ticket sales, that's some serious bread butter 
! But what really stood out was her emotional delivery on 'Church & State', I mean 82% of the audience watched with tears streaming down their faces