Isolated Vocal Tracks from Live Performances: the Good, the Bad and Everything in Between

Performing live is a true feat. I don't know how artists do it, considering all of the risks. There's the risk of exposing yourself, forgetting your own lyrics, blanking on the choreography (which, to me, seems a lot scarier than forgetting the lyrics), getting booed off the stage, and so much more.

When you put on a live show and you don't lip sync, you also run the risk of messing up the vocals. The following are isolated vocal tracks from live performances by major artists. Some — Beyonce and Christina Aguilera, as expected — killed it live, while others, well, didn't.

The Stunning: Adele

It's been three long years, but Adele came back ready to wow this past weekend when she performed "Hello" on SNL.

The Good: Meghan Trainor

Alright, Meghan. I see you.

The Bad: Mariah Carey

The Nicki Minaj and baby reactions say everything.

The Actually Unbelievable: Beyonce

There are no words.

The Redemptive: Ariana Grande

We know Ari gets flack for not enunciating enough, but this vocals only edition of her live just goes to show how amazing her voice really is.

The Growl-tastic: Christina Aguilera

Say what you want. Christina has unparalleled vocal prowess.

The Expected: Katy Perry

So the high notes were a little rough...

The Slay: Demi Lovato

Do it, Demi!

The Meh: Rihanna

Still love the song, though.

The Forever Eccentric: Lady Gaga

And forever in our hearts as a result. <3