
Why Social Media Destroyed Amerie's New 'NPR Tiny Desk' Performance | The Root
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of "Touch," Amerie's performance had people feeling as shaky as the vocals.
Amerie's Tiny Desk Concert Stirs Controversy: A Viewer's Harsh Critique On June 6th, 2025, a video surfaced online expressing extreme dissatisfaction with Amerie's recent NPR Tiny Desk performance. The video, uploaded by TYMA♈️🗣️, features a woman who directly criticizes Amerie's vocal performance and the overall quality of the concert. "Amerie sounded terrible," she states in the video, adding that the entire band also sounded poorly rehearsed. The video has generated significant views and comments, indicating considerable public interest in the matter. While the video represents a single viewer's opinion, it highlights concerns about the production and performance aspects of the Tiny Desk concert. The video's popularity raises questions about viewer expectations and the impact of online reviews on musical performances. The video also touches on the rumor that Beyoncé replaced Amerie, which the author refutes.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of "Touch," Amerie's performance had people feeling as shaky as the vocals.