Wicked fans are baffled by breathless exchange with Cynthia Erivo about 'holding space' for 'Defying Gravity' song during 'uncomfortable' press tour - and viewers are all asking the same question Fans of the much-anticipated 'Wicked' film have been left baffled by an 'uncomfortable' interview with its two stars - who discuss 'holding space' for the lyrics of 'Defying Gravity'.
In the interview, for Out Magazine, journalist Tracey E Gilchrist mentions the film's closing number - 'Defying Gravity' - and claims people are 'taking the lyrics' and 'really holding space with that'.
I don't understand what holding space means or why it's so powerful but I'm holding space for the potential to understand the space I'm holding.'.
One person said: 'I'm holding space for the video about holding space for the Defying Gravity lyrics.
The viral clip is the latest in an emotional press tour from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, which has seen them repeatedly break down in tears while discussing the film.
