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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.
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.”
Behind the meme: Why "Wicked" fans are "holding space" for "Defying Gravity"
The internet has been inundated with a press tour moment from the film "Wicked" that's been memed around the world: Actress Cynthia Erivo, overcome with emotion, shares she's stunned to hear people have been taking lyrics from the "Wicked" song "Defying Gravity" and "really holding space with that.
What Does ‘Holding Space’ for ‘Defying Gravity’ Mean, Really? The Viral Meme, Explained
If you are still desperate to make sense of the notion of “holding space for the lyrics to ‘Defying Gravity,’” the patron saint of queer media herself has since clarified what she meant in this specific context.
Are you ‘holding space' for ‘Defying Gravity'? Here's what the concept actually means, from a psychologist
A recent interview with “Wicked” stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande spurred discussion on what the phrase “holding space” really means.
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."
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.
Ok So... How Do You Actually ‘Hold Space’ For ‘Defying Gravity’?
Another viral interview moment from the Wicked press tour reflects both an internet-dominating new meme and wider questions about ‘therapy speak’.
Ashley Tisdale and Daughter Jupiter Wear Matching Elphaba Costumes as They Adorably Belt 'Defying Gravity' Together
Ashley Tisdale and her daughter Jupiter donned matching Elphaba costumes to adorably belt out 'Defying Gravity' together in a ...
‘Holding Space' for ‘Defying Gravity': Viral ‘Wicked' Journalist on Getting Recognized in Public, Selling Merch and What on Earth She Meant
The internet has practically gone into bicep spasm from "holding space" for a viral moment born in an interview between ...
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Wicked Review: Defying Gravity with a Few Stumbles
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‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator’ make gravity-defying theater debuts
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How “Wicked” pulled off that gravity-defying pair of cameos — and others you might've missed (exclusive)
Chu and Stephen Schwartz, the masterminds behind the most heartwarming cameos in the big-screen adaptation of Wicked, now in ...
Wicked’s Defying Gravity is a musical theatre anthem – and a battle cry for outsiders
At the heart of Wicked is the anthem Defying Gravity, which closes act one of the stage production and serves as the finale ...
‘Wicked’ 'Defying Gravity' Interview Clip Is Press Tour's Latest Viral Hit—After Ariana Grande And Cynthia Erivo Parodies
Wicked” stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have defended how they frequently tear up while discussing the film in ...
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Voices: It’s been more than twenty years – how is Wicked still defying gravity?
More specifically, how terrible it is (sorry Stephen Schwartz). Beyond the two most notable – and incredibly annoying – songs ...