What "Holding Space" for "Defying Gravity" Really Means, and the Hilarious Memes It Sparked
The conversation, centered on the film inspired by the Broadway classic, took an emotional turn when Tracey mentioned, “I’ve seen this week people are taking the lyrics of "Defying Gravity" and really holding space with that and feeling power in that.
Why are people 'holding space' for 'Defying Gravity’, and what does that even mean?
As if “Wicked” hasn’t already taken over the internet enough, a moment from one of the stars’ press interviews has turned into the latest meme. Here’s an explainer.
Are you holding space for all these ‘Defying Gravity’ Wicked memes?
The phrase “holding space” in the context of the Wicked song “Defying Gravity” comes from Out Magazine reporter Tracey E. Gilchrist as she interviewed Erivo and Ariana Grande during the press tour. “I’ve seen, this week, people are taking the lyrics of ‘Defying Gravity’ and really holding space with that,” she said. “And feeling power in that.”
What Is ‘Holding Space' For Defying Gravity About? Wicked Meme Explained
Discover the viral 'Holding Space for Defying Gravity' meme from the Wicked movie; join the online fun now! The post What Is ‘Holding Space’ For Defying Gravity About? Wicked Meme Explained appeared first on ComingSoon.
Nobody in That Room Knew What Holding Space for ‘Defying Gravity’ Meant
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were just as confused as we were during the now-memed “ Holding space for ‘Defying Gravity ’” interview. “I didn’t know what any part of it meant,” Grande said to Variety.
Holding space for 'Defying Gravity': Out's favorite memes
In an interview junket with Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, Gilchrist informed the actresses that queer people are "really taking the lyrics of 'Defying Gravity' and really holding space with that and feeling power in that."
Ariana Grande explains the viral 'holding space' moment with Cynthia Erivo
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande created social media’s new favorite meme during an interview with journalist Tracy Gilchrist as they promoted their movie musical, "Wicked."
Why are people “holding space” for Defying Gravity? Wicked meme explained
Fans are “holding space” for the Wicked song Defying Gravity online as part of a new viral meme that has taken over the internet.
Why are people 'holding space' for Defying Gravity? The viral Wicked meme explained
The holding space meme from Wicked goes viral as fans humorously connect with the empowering Defying Gravity song.
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande had 'no idea' what 'holding space' meant in awkward viral “Wicked” interview
Too late for second-guessing! Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have broken their silence on the viral interview clip that has become the defining meme of the Wicked press tour. In the original video, queer journalist and Out reporter Tracy Gilchrist announced that "people have been taking the lyrics of 'Defying Gravity' and really holding space with that and feeling power in that,
Ariana Grande Is ‘Holding Space’ For Her Awkward Response to the Viral ‘Defying Gravity’ Interview
The Wicked star explained what she was feeling in the moment—and why she held Cynthia Erivo's finger like that.
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What Does ‘Holding Space’ for ‘Defying Gravity’ Mean, Really? The Viral Meme, Explained
Are you taking the lyrics to “Defying Gravity” and really holding space with that? That’s…really powerful. If these words mean anything to you, congratulations. You are officially a very ...