The passion in their voices is just mind blowing.

This song makes me homesick for new york. And I ain't even been there once.

how lucky those people who enjoyed this live performance

No lip synching or auto tune for her. Just pure talent.

If you're here in 2024, you're a legend Alicia Keys is so dope. I can't stop watching this track again and again. I am sure she will be #1 soon due to 💖a u t h e n t I c v i e w s 💖

Can you imagine the feeling man , being born in New York , growing up walking the streets, looking up at the buildings ,at the lights, everything !!!! And then flash forward and you are singing a song about your city and you are the center of attention in the entire city that made you . that is love .

If this song doesn't make you feel like going to New York, I don't know what will.

If you're here in 2024, you're a legend 🙏

Jayz flight was suppose to be delayed on this and Alicia is ready to accept and perform this solo but when Jayz thought he could make it, he decided to surprise her instead and look at what happen guys! ❤❤❤ Just simple magical performance between this two icon.

Imagine singing this song in Times Square...damn what a dream. Beautiful!

After Corona, this Song Need To be played in Front of thousands of People on times square

"It's really wonderful to come across people who freely share valuable information online. You never know what kind of knowledge you might stumble upon that could have a lasting impact on your life."

Alicia sounds real here…I can hear her voice cracking…but still that amazing voice powering through….and jay z appearance be the icing on the cake…what a dope ass live performance…

i would cry if i was her, singing this song in the middle of NY Times Square, damn! what a life....

This is the vibe I miss. Everyone's just happy, enjoying together. Lots of love no hate. Bring this back please.

its 2024 ,and this still remains the best live ever!

When Jay-Z first comes on both he and Alicia pitch goes up uncontrollably cuz they both hyped stoked and smiling…that was the moment that this became real and epic for everyone in this iconic performance…I can listen to this 30 times in a row and often do!

The look of pure joy on Alicia's face when Jay comes out makes me so happy that I start tearing up. I love this performance.

Alicia isn't wearing makeup and she's SOOOOOO BEAUTIFUL! Natural beauty!

Whos here in 2024 a timeless classic this makes the american dream

Something super nostalgic about this song. Evertime I hear it, it makes me reflect on life and the times past. It makes me stop and look back on life, my life , the world. One of the greatest songs ever !

This song always gives me goose bumps and I'm not even from NY. Heck, I'm not even American. Lol

This song makes me proud of NYC and I’m not even American

This performance is EPIC !. I am not even fudging the truth, I've been replaying this for the last 3hrs +. It's the raw emotions Alicia and Jay, like two proud patriotic New Yorkers!.❤❤❤❤

Everytime Jay Z comes out.....huge smile on my face. Def. a moment.

this song still gets me hype

They look and sound like they're having the time of their lives and that makes all the difference!

Most iconic R&B Intro of all time. Alicia’s voice soars higher than the Empire State Building.

2024 represented here. This song will never not stop moving me.

One day I will be listening to this song walking along the streets of NYC. Remember this. 23 July 2020

*its so good to feel her happiness!*

Her voice is just so amazing and she makes it look effortless. Best female singer by far.

This is on repeat now for 3 (!) hours. Love the energy. 😍

Dear person listening to this song wherever you are on earth I want to use this platform and say may God bless you and your family. You are my invisible friend

So Sad. We won't see such a crowd of people for a long time.

Masterclass in how to sing behind the beat 👏👏👏she's almost on a different tempo and yet so perfect

Respect from Dublin. Two great artists.

This song is a taste of what it’s gonna feel like when you “ make it “, good luck on your dreams people make that shit happen I know I will.

Going down a rabbit hole tonight. What a great performance by both!!

Love this version!!!

Well, it’s 2021 and I’m back again. Just couldn’t help it.

Once covid is gone, they need to do this again on New Year's Eve.

This performance brings me so much JOY!!!❤ #bestperformanceever

I love this song, and this is the best because he came out of nowhere and everyone started singing together as a team, people are responsible for what they do but this rendition hits me personally

When I hear this song I always think of going for my dreams no matter what they are and accomplishing them.

Alicia is a true beauty. Flawless! No make up, powerful voice and authentic ... on top of everything she cares about others. What a human being!

Never been in NY but it feels i have been there because of this song. Amazing performance!

the passion is just beautiful and magical, especially with Alicea

Awww her smile was priceless when he walked out and started rapping and she’s beautifully natural on stage I’m glad I came across this video

the reason why Alicia looks so happy when Jay Z came was bc he said he couldn't make it and his flights were delayed... but he made it on time and surprised her!

And I was there too!! What an incredible moment! Alicia, you are the best of all!🌹🌹

This is one of the best live performances I have seen. Alicia and Hov made magic with this song. Pure magic!

I wish one day I visit new York. Very soon

Alicias face when Jay Z turns up on stage is so attractive. Not many adults can express such unadulterated joy!

Classic Music right here. Music need more collaborations like this. NYC Yes Sir!!

One of the best live performances ever!

I remember he was said to miss the flight to get to this performance. So she intended to perform it solo with his voice in the background. Her and the bands reaction when he came on stage was a genuine one ❤️

One of the most iconic live performance by Jay-Z! Undoubtedly a living legend..

Alicia's in heaven and they're both having a MOMENT. Even as ambitious as they both are you bet they never thought that they'd be literally locking down Time Square to perform one of the greatest and most iconic songs about the city that's even been recorded. There are few songs that are genuine instant classics and this is one of them. You know it's an epic performance when the stage crew is in the background recording it on their phones. I can't imagine being in this crowd but the tickets would've been worth every penny just for this alone.

Que incrível essa música... Minha mãe escutava quando eu era criança. Ó tempo bom cara! As vezes dá vontade de chorar pelo tempo passado, onde não tinha tantos problemas como hoje em dia, pandemia, e etc. Fui muito feliz durante essa época de ouro 🥇 Eu tinha uns 8 9 anos de idade. Hoje, tenho 22 anos, e eu só agradeço por ter vivido essa época tão bom que foi a Minha infância. 🎉💥✨✨✨✨💥✨✨✨💥✨✨🎉

Respect for artists who don’t sing with auto tune

sum people really found this song after tiktok damn bru where y’all been in life

I love her little giggle at the beginning. It's like she's a bit overwhelmed- giddy like a child-wild eyed and innocent!

visited NY in 2005, amazing, buzzing, did not disappoint and plan to visit again someday

She’s so goddamn beautiful, no makeup on...

I feel like no song hits with nostalgia harder for people in their late teens and early 20s

Alica didn't have a clue that Jay-Z was coming. You can tell by her face that she was surprised

I miss Ny city....the only place i feel at home , i lived there for many years , i cry so much when i leave you , i knew anywhere in the world will find your energy and that state of mind ..is mY soul city Will be back soon I Love NY

New Yorkers must be proud.

The way Jay Z hypes her up is literally the best thing ever

One of my all time favorite videos.

Theyre fricking brilliant singing together love when alicia starts laughing when she sees jay heading for the stage to sing with her love it brilliant thanks for putting this up xx

One of my life dreams is to listen to this song while walking down Times Square

That moment Alicia Keys noticed JayZ walking out to sing was priceless. She didn't expect him to make it on time.

This song gives me chills !

Love the rawness of it . And the girl in bandana and glasses in the crowd just living the moment and about the only one not holding up a phone

Alicia Keys is absolutely beautiful!!

HER FACE WAS PRICELESS WHEN HE SHOWED UP AND SHOWED OUT

These to are amazing performing together!

Two weeks ago I was in NY and as soon as I returned to Italy I immediately felt nostalgic for that incredible city that is New York. This song plays everywhere and continuously on the streets of the city and seeing this video moved me like it hadn't happened in a long time. ❤

This song makes me weirdly emotional and I don’t know why. Anyone else?

When Jay's sound check comes in 0:20 and Alicia realizes he's there with her laughing. Just goosebumps.

thank god someone kept this performance for everyone to see!

this song is everything to me. i cry every time

Alicia is very beautiful even without make up... DAMN... Anybody in 2019???

someone in the last days of 2020?????????? this video makes me cry

Two of the great ones together 🎉❤🎉

Hello from Dublin. Brilliant and she knows he is on the way via the headpiece, 25 secs in. Two legends from USA.

If they won’t play this song on my funeral, I won’t come.

Jay Z NEVER uses playback. Always live and raw, even when his voice cracks, i respect him for that.

I am from London and never been in New York but I always adapt this song to London , city which never sleep, city where everything is possible, and after I adopt this song to every city, you can do whatever you want, you can be whoever you want, you can achieve everything, dream big and make the dreams come true no matter where you are

Awesome, beautiful, STUNNING performance !

this song makes me dreaming of living in NY city.

who is listening this lovely song in April 2021

This never gets old LOVE MY CITY🗽

Holy F, just discovered that marvelous performance and atmosphere. Blewn away!

This makes you sad when your city doesn't have an anthem like this

I think jayz was a surprise even for Alicia . Her face was shocked lol

This song literally feels amazing even if fist time listening

I don't even know why I'm crying, its so beautiful!!!!!!!!!!