This ASL music video by artistic interpreter Molly Lou Bartholomew is a moving cover of the Adele hit single 'Hello.'
The release of Hello was an immediate success, garnering hundreds of millions of views on its YouTube video in just the first weeks after its release. Along with those YouTube views came a variety of YouTube cover versions, each with its own unique interpretation of the soulful song. Perhaps one of the most interesting is this ASL music video.
ASL stands for American Sign Language, and it's the standard signing used in North America to interpret oral communication for hearing impaired people. In the ASL music video of Hello, Molly Lou Bartholomew performs an entirely silent, highly emotional rendition of Adele's instant classic. It's a touching accessible tribute to the immensely popular ballad.
Sign Language Music Videos
This ASL Music Video Covers Adele's Hit Single 'Hello'
Trend Themes
1. ASL Music Videos - The integration of sign language into music videos offers new ways for artists to reach and empower deaf audiences.
2. Accessible Interpretation - The use of American Sign Language in music videos and live performances can provide greater access to entertainment for the deaf community.
3. Inclusive Communication - Incorporating ASL interpretation into popular media can promote greater understanding and inclusion of the deaf community.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - Music and other entertainment industries can increase their audience reach and create new revenue streams by prioritizing inclusive communication.
2. Education - Schools and universities can offer classes and degrees in ASL interpretation and use music videos as a tool for immersive learning.
3. Technology - Advances in technology such as motion capture and virtual reality can be used to create more immersive ASL music videos and enhance the viewing experience for hearing and deaf audiences alike.