BEST MALE VERSION of I CAN'T MAKE YOU LOVE ME | BONNIE RAITT (Throwback Cover by Teddy Swims)

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  • Опубликовано: 26 ноя 2024

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  • @CoverNation
    @CoverNation  5 лет назад +601

    It's "Throwback Thursday" featuring covers of some of our favorite iconic songs from the past! Thanks to Teddy Swims from Georgia, US for his emotional and heartfelt performance of "I Can't Make You Love Me" by Bonnie Raitt!! We we first featured Teddy in our recent Top 5 Covers of "Someone You Loved" but decided to give him his own feature today for making this version especially all his own! If you liked it, go show some love and subscribe at his links in the video description box!! Let us know in the comment section what you thought of it and what covers and artists you'd like to see on Cover Nation next!

    • @Themachinegun
      @Themachinegun 5 лет назад +7

      Hit up Teddy. I'm sure he would appreciate the love and comment.

    • @joshweaver7654
      @joshweaver7654 4 года назад +6

      Bonnie Rait was covering Prince's song, I cant make you love me.

    • @Themachinegun
      @Themachinegun 4 года назад +9

      You got it backwards. Price covered the Bonnie Raitt song.

    • @joshweaver7654
      @joshweaver7654 4 года назад +7

      @@Themachinegun damn it. you are 100% correct. i have always thought it was the other way around. i assumed because of her cover of angle from montgomery. i stand corrected.

    • @shoppergirl4363
      @shoppergirl4363 4 года назад +6

      Teddy my new #1 on my playlist! A smooth voice with great range and balance! Teddy and the elephants are going to be the fast and up coming band of 2020!

  • @fedup5614
    @fedup5614 4 года назад +1713

    Teddy is awesome. My wife of 44 years has Alzheimer’s and few days ago entered hospice. This song reminds me of what she is forgetting about me and our life together. I love my wife so very much and miss the old days. Thank you Teddy..

    • @ancienthippyrebel7202
      @ancienthippyrebel7202 4 года назад +77

      FED UP
      What loving memories you get to carry in your heart. I wish someone loved me like that. What a blessing you have enjoyed. 🌺

    • @debrajackson1480
      @debrajackson1480 4 года назад +10

      😢

    • @fedup5614
      @fedup5614 4 года назад +71

      @@debrajackson1480 my wife passed away on May 15th. Our children and I were at her side. Micheal Bolton was singing Missing You Now, half way through the song she died.

    • @jenniep7767
      @jenniep7767 4 года назад +42

      @FED UP Sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family

    • @fedup5614
      @fedup5614 4 года назад +72

      Thank you very much. On Friday May 15th my wife passed away of natural causes due to Alzheimers. I had loved my wife since I was 18 years old. I played 2 of our favorite songs by Michael Bolton, How Will I Live Without You & Missing You Now...my beautiful wife slipped away half way through Missing You Now. My heart is broken 💔. Time heals everything, including my loss.

  • @DORANDLEEKOUS
    @DORANDLEEKOUS 8 месяцев назад +131

    I Can't Make You Love Me by Bonnie Raitt is one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE SONGS and Teddy Swims did this song justice!! 🥰 🎤drop

    • @SuzanneDigiacomo
      @SuzanneDigiacomo 6 месяцев назад +3

      I don’t know where I have been but I recently heard of this musical prodigy called “Teddy Swims.” He gracefully and deeply sails through his songs hitting the high waves, low waves and all the in between waves. Teddy’s voice comes from his heart and soul! You feel God. Bless you forever! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @nancyconca9892
      @nancyconca9892 4 месяца назад

      Teddy Swims is one of my favorite singers ❤ His version of this song 🎶 is beautiful 😍 🤩👏🏻

    • @miamimo70
      @miamimo70 3 месяца назад

      Not bad , but nowhere near Bon Ivers version

    • @debbienickles4727
      @debbienickles4727 2 месяца назад +1

      SAME!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

  • @richardhale5910
    @richardhale5910 3 месяца назад +92

    This guy deserves everything that is happening for him. He has some true talent.

    • @TrishWeemz
      @TrishWeemz 2 месяца назад

      @@Heimmark Seems like you're in the minority...he is a huge star now and what are you?????

    • @TrishWeemz
      @TrishWeemz 2 месяца назад +1

      And he is so humble when interviewed.

  • @Yourtruthawaits1026
    @Yourtruthawaits1026 7 месяцев назад +131

    I literally can’t get over this man’s voice. It’s so pure and brings up all the emotions

  • @Artemisiainspain
    @Artemisiainspain 7 месяцев назад +97

    He is now a household name....we all made it happen to this amazing artist!!!

    • @dstarkspp
      @dstarkspp 3 месяца назад

      Teddy played this part .

    • @zacnovick7470
      @zacnovick7470 2 месяца назад

      Man he has pure fucking talent. I'm glad I watched the vmas and heard his voice. You know pure talent when your hear it. And this guy is the truth.

  • @cabinarrow
    @cabinarrow 4 года назад +338

    Oh my God, I heard 2 notes and I was in. Good Lord why aren't we hearing this guy on the radio, or are we? I am blown away!

    • @Sketcher93
      @Sketcher93 2 года назад +4

      Ditto, was wondering the same thing. Apparently everybody knows who this is? I don't. I should.

    • @brandonbishop9877
      @brandonbishop9877 2 года назад +5

      I just found him today and all I can say is wow

    • @tlabelle1965
      @tlabelle1965 8 месяцев назад +1

      We are only now hearing him on the radio ....took a while

    • @chrissiemilligan9494
      @chrissiemilligan9494 8 месяцев назад

      I've frequently heard him on Radio 2 but first heard him singing covers on RUclips. Listen to his cover of Dylan's "To Make You Feel My Love".

    • @deborahdavis9497
      @deborahdavis9497 7 месяцев назад +1

      Thank God we are hearing him now❤

  • @ellenmckinnonssvf3742
    @ellenmckinnonssvf3742 4 года назад +365

    There is nothing better than feeling the music when an artist pours their heart out. Teddy Swims has a gift for connecting.

    • @eenavid
      @eenavid 4 года назад +4

      ive never heard of teddy ,great ,did he have success with this version ,?

    • @ancienthippyrebel7202
      @ancienthippyrebel7202 4 года назад +2

      @@eenavid ...and now you have. 😉

    • @sarahorman8215
      @sarahorman8215 7 месяцев назад

      @@eenavid i bet you have now?! ;)

    • @marielucier7982
      @marielucier7982 7 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for putting it so nicely. The voice, the song. Very touching.

  • @sabyegrp
    @sabyegrp 4 года назад +518

    Not only a great voice, but unlike so many singers, he's telling the story, like a poem. And that's the secret key. Just fantastic.

    • @karenmoriarty5754
      @karenmoriarty5754 4 года назад +13

      He sings the meaning, not just the music

    • @luistrevino355
      @luistrevino355 4 года назад +1

      So does Prince, same song.

    • @PattySoffer
      @PattySoffer 4 года назад +5

      He leaves the planet when he sings. Just stunning.

    • @godmanandi7394
      @godmanandi7394 4 года назад +2

      You are so right!

    • @13zounds
      @13zounds 4 года назад

      PattyJo Bu I leave the planet when he sings, too.

  • @peterhaynes1955
    @peterhaynes1955 2 месяца назад +22

    Described as the best Male version of this song. It is without doubt the best version, Male and Female.

    • @debraturner6225
      @debraturner6225 24 дня назад

      Sorry he does a great great job but nobody can sing that song like Nancy Wilson😢

  • @WendyK502
    @WendyK502 7 месяцев назад +96

    Thankfully the world has discovered him and I’m seeing Teddy in July 2024 in Melbourne Australia

    • @boochin6
      @boochin6 7 месяцев назад

      I'm jealous!!! Enjoy!!!

    • @matajar987
      @matajar987 6 месяцев назад +2

      He's comming to N.Z first
      🙌💃

    • @lauriejervis5599
      @lauriejervis5599 6 месяцев назад

      @@matajar987 Wow! Enjoy! Jealous!

    • @christinenarroway4136
      @christinenarroway4136 2 месяца назад

      Score His Show Out Of10 😊

  • @njoolong
    @njoolong 4 года назад +160

    His voice is like velvet. Like honey. Like silk. Like wind. Just amazing. It's a sad song and he makes it so real 🤗

  • @hnycreek
    @hnycreek 8 месяцев назад +29

    WOW!!! Get this guy on the Voice and he will win!!!

    • @lindanorris2455
      @lindanorris2455 Месяц назад

      HE WAS THE VOICE INVITED HIM ON! HE DID NOT HAVE TO AUDITION IN 2023.

  • @Transportador33
    @Transportador33 4 года назад +163

    The fact that this voice is coming out of this gent should make him a star. Regular dude, top shelf beard, regular look, knock you tf out voice.

    • @SH-iy4pb
      @SH-iy4pb 4 года назад

      I love his look! I can’t stand those perfect looking cardboard cut outs. He is what it’s all about ❤️

    • @mjrotondi5086
      @mjrotondi5086 4 года назад +1

      No more "stars" to be used n thrown away. Let's dig out real local talent. Screw Hollywood n record companies
      who kill people after ripping g them off. Regulars are now where it's at, they are real talent.

    • @mjrotondi5086
      @mjrotondi5086 4 года назад +1

      She ain't doing shit. We the people decide. No communist psychopath like piglosi.

    • @rover-qx5eq
      @rover-qx5eq 3 года назад +1

      just proves you can't judge a book by it's cover the man has a wonderful singing voice for sure.

  • @ramikundalini7887
    @ramikundalini7887 Месяц назад +11

    How can anyone not cry, on this deep song??? It goes way too deep.. and his voice speaks volumes 😊

  • @lenoreleitch5297
    @lenoreleitch5297 6 месяцев назад +38

    Never thought anybody but Bonnie could do this song justice. Man, I was so wrong.

  • @tetsuyanagada
    @tetsuyanagada 5 лет назад +302

    Man, I felt every note of that. Outstanding.

    • @laurabrunetti9363
      @laurabrunetti9363 4 года назад +4

      Moving awesome💞💞💞

    • @briannab5296
      @briannab5296 4 года назад +2

      Well said Jesse ..

    • @traceytaborbanks8572
      @traceytaborbanks8572 4 года назад +1

      Absolutely

    • @JanisBennett-e8e
      @JanisBennett-e8e 7 месяцев назад +1

      Have always loved this song but only knew the Bonnie Raite and George Michael version, omg this guy has such an amazing voice and the emotion and soul he puts into it, Im sold, fantastic 💙 😊

  • @floydgould4401
    @floydgould4401 4 года назад +695

    Someone give this dude a contract

  • @noeljohnson6561
    @noeljohnson6561 7 месяцев назад +47

    One of my favorite songs and this man not only did it justice, but bought tears to my eyes!!! Bravo 👏🏾 👏🏾👏🏾

  • @shuggahfree1620
    @shuggahfree1620 4 года назад +202

    So blessed by his voice. He touched my soul. That’s what we need and music is the key to transforming our minds and hearts. I get it.

    • @TVRRVLL
      @TVRRVLL 4 года назад +3

      Couldn't have said it any better 😉

    • @travisjones5836
      @travisjones5836 4 года назад +1

      LOVE is the only thing that wins all ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @OasisCherryjuice182
      @OasisCherryjuice182 4 года назад

      Hate when ppl relate everything to talent or blessing or whatever. There's hard work behind it. You make it seem like singers are just good bc of good luck

    • @shuggahfree1620
      @shuggahfree1620 4 года назад +1

      @@OasisCherryjuice182 coming from a place of love. However, being that your comment is sooooo off the Mark, I am an accomplished vocalist with over 40 years of work behind my talent along with that hard work you so willingly mentioned as if I don’t know what music is all about. I got a masters in Music from an esteemed university to back my talent up along with countless performances abroad and domestically. No love lost, but you should never assume someone doesn’t know what good talented voices sound like.

    • @travisjones5836
      @travisjones5836 4 года назад +1

      @@shuggahfree1620 agreed, and honestly i thought your comment was more of "we are blessed to be able to hear this beautiful music, not anything of the sort nube was talking about. Love conquers all!!!❤❤❤

  • @tammarathomas-davis9001
    @tammarathomas-davis9001 6 месяцев назад +35

    So glad I found you. This song always brings tears to my eyes, regret over loving someone who didn’t love me.

    • @sharonmaxson9777
      @sharonmaxson9777 5 месяцев назад +1

      This song does the same to me for the same reason. 😢

    • @markpousseur9441
      @markpousseur9441 3 месяца назад

      Life is too short for regrets

  • @jadachi9528
    @jadachi9528 4 года назад +78

    I love how he says it's sweat in his eyes and he's not crying and then takes a big sniffle. Dude's got raw emotion in that voice.

  • @rogermckamey8299
    @rogermckamey8299 4 года назад +92

    A hard song to sing without getting sweat in your eyes. Sometimes I get sweat in my eyes when I listen to this song.
    He did a great job

    • @tamarawestmoreland5574
      @tamarawestmoreland5574 3 года назад +1

      Would love to hear him sing when a man loves a woman and lady has the voice for it

  • @joelsimms4636
    @joelsimms4636 4 года назад +88

    This song brings tears to my eyes every time I hear. It touches the human condition that we have all felt.

  • @JamesAHollandMusic
    @JamesAHollandMusic 4 года назад +181

    I don’t usually comment on Cover songs and don’t really watch them much but this man is incredible! How is it that a talent like this isn’t a household name when so many MUCH lesser talented clowns are so called stars? Something has gone terribly wrong in this world.....

    • @stevecollier4741
      @stevecollier4741 2 года назад +4

      I totally mirror your comment this guy should be more famous only found him by mistake now I'm hooked

    • @andreacole4250
      @andreacole4250 2 года назад +1

      Exactly!! I share him a lot. EVERYONE should hear this voice. Incredible.

    • @ireneruthfox
      @ireneruthfox Год назад +2

      its a statement of the music industry , who it is run by. That Teddy chooses not to buy into their BS control system.

    • @rolandkalus
      @rolandkalus Год назад

      If he would be more famous he would maybe loose the passion for great music and performance. I love some great artists who are not famous and I hope they will never be. Just think about flies and poop...same with art!

    • @moik5185
      @moik5185 11 месяцев назад

      Somewhat related.. A few covers I thought were especially good, besides this.. In case anyone hadn't heard them..
      Eva Cassidy - Fields of Gold
      Johnny Cash - Hurt
      Jose Gonzalez - Heartbeats _(from the Bravia Ad)_
      Vincint Cannady - "Creep" _(from The Four)_
      IZ Kamakawiwo'ole - Over the Rainbow
      Joe Cocker - With a little Help from my Friends
      Whitney Houston - I will Always Love You (Actually, Dolly Parton's version is less known, but worth listening to)

  • @Art-zs6sl
    @Art-zs6sl 4 года назад +75

    When you give a performance like that, it's hard not to tear up a little.

  • @cliffspicer6555
    @cliffspicer6555 4 года назад +181

    This is such an incredible heartbreak song and he does an unbelievable cover.

  • @juliecrane9647
    @juliecrane9647 4 года назад +121

    Teddy u cryin....I'd cry too feelin that. This song got me through my divorce to acceptance. His voice is beautiful. That came from his soul 😊

    • @pamelapeck860
      @pamelapeck860 4 года назад +5

      Julie Crane, I too, used this song to save myself during my divorce. Walked into court singing it to myself.

    • @TimothyMichaels
      @TimothyMichaels 4 года назад

      @@pamelapeck860
      4 up & 4 down for me, each one a level of pain hard to describe.

    • @sharmanburch4942
      @sharmanburch4942 4 года назад +5

      This song got me through my divorce too after 34 years of trying to make him love me.

    • @juliecrane9647
      @juliecrane9647 4 года назад +1

      @@pamelapeck860 Best thing too is stuff just got better and better. I'm in the best space of my life. 😁

    • @juliecrane9647
      @juliecrane9647 4 года назад +2

      @@sharmanburch4942 Heartbreaking. I hope life is good to you now. You sound like a loyal and giving person. How blessed your friends and family are to have u....no doubt.

  • @LukeSkywaker
    @LukeSkywaker 4 года назад +22

    Lady and gentlemen, this is an ARTIST!

  • @susie5973
    @susie5973 6 месяцев назад +22

    Never ever ever ever did I ever think that someone could make me feel that song so strongly as Bonnie raitt can. This man did and he's amazing God bless!!

  • @1956rhowlin
    @1956rhowlin 3 года назад +3

    How could you dislike this man's rendition of this song. Instead of disliking why not just go away.

  • @nikkigramling8193
    @nikkigramling8193 4 года назад +55

    Why have I never heard of this guy before. Love his voice

  • @gregthegroove
    @gregthegroove 5 лет назад +122

    Fantastic dude. The control of his voice pulling in and pulling back. Genius

  • @ayeshaleephotography
    @ayeshaleephotography 4 года назад +44

    I’ve heard this song for years and never quite got it. After healing from someone that I loved that didn’t love me back, I finally understand this song. It took this man covering it for me to finally get it. Amazing!

    • @shivvy009
      @shivvy009 3 года назад

      Defo 👏👏❤️💜💔

  • @Parnelli1963
    @Parnelli1963 Месяц назад +3

    Teddy is wonderful to listen to. Classic example of why one should not judge a book by it's cover. The dude is awesome!

  • @gitasingh1437
    @gitasingh1437 7 месяцев назад +12

    Truly Blessed this gentle soul Teddy Swims .😇

  • @annalockett6175
    @annalockett6175 5 лет назад +64

    WOW!!! This song by Bonnie Raitt is one of the “most beautiful” songs I’ve ever heard! You smashed this song! Your version is “beautiful”! You and Bonnie should sing this song together at the CMA’s.

  • @venitaparham7403
    @venitaparham7403 4 года назад +65

    Teddy swims u have a voice from heaven the kids theses days will never understand how music make u feel

  • @angelzap100
    @angelzap100 4 года назад +54

    This just popped up on my feed. The first time I have heard this person. Absolutely amazing and incredible. I will be listening to this many times after today.

  • @sharynrogers9724
    @sharynrogers9724 27 дней назад +2

    Never heard of this young man but will remember him now.His rendition is brilliant and beautiful.

  • @boochin6
    @boochin6 7 месяцев назад +8

    OMG, he is wonderful, what a pleasing, full of emotion, soothing voice.

  • @bontleragolile442
    @bontleragolile442 4 года назад +53

    I love how he sang it his own way.

  • @trishwilson5634
    @trishwilson5634 5 лет назад +387

    Can somebody tell me was this guy isn’t mega famous? HE HAS THE BEST VOICE EVER 😍😍😍

    • @ericmichel3857
      @ericmichel3857 5 лет назад +2

      check out this version ruclips.net/video/nBwAZd_DSBg/видео.html

    • @pinkeye00
      @pinkeye00 4 года назад +4

      He's white and privilaged from the South. Nobody can be non-triggered on the guy for those facts alone.

    • @ericmichel3857
      @ericmichel3857 4 года назад +26

      @@pinkeye00 Well look at you, bigoted and racist

    • @theworldiscorrupted7337
      @theworldiscorrupted7337 4 года назад +2

      It all lipsync 98% of the music industry is fraudulent

    • @markrHardeland
      @markrHardeland 4 года назад +40

      @@pinkeye00 Talent doesn't have a colour, his voice is amazing, really talented. His parents didn't buy him his voice you clown

  • @mariannferraro8216
    @mariannferraro8216 4 года назад +45

    Out of this world!!! The soul in his voice is pure heaven!

  • @carolheimark8036
    @carolheimark8036 7 месяцев назад +12

    OMG what a beautiful rendition of this song. Ive never heard you sing, my friend, but you have such a handsome, beautiful voice. I love this song. Your voice brought me to tears. I first heard this song many, many years ago on a soap opera, no less!!! A young woman singing this to her lover and their seemingly impossible situation. Thank you for sharing your voice and yourself with us.

  • @deppodep
    @deppodep 3 месяца назад +3

    My favorite Bonnie Raitt song, sung by Teddy : unbelievable so heartfelt , it
    s awesome, I love it.

  • @davonnlakey2725
    @davonnlakey2725 4 года назад +42

    Never really cared for this song until now 😃, what a difference a voice makes, that was simply AWESOME 👏 brother, just AWESOME 👌🥰

    • @LiveMusicOntario
      @LiveMusicOntario 4 года назад +2

      It kind of says, a man can feel this way too. Sometimes we don't admit it until something like this performance comes along.
      I still really love the feel Bonnie Raitt puts in many songs. There are times for both.

    • @angeladallimore8079
      @angeladallimore8079 4 года назад +2

      Awesome

    • @angeladallimore8079
      @angeladallimore8079 4 года назад

      @Michael Spong Agree

    • @kcasper7022
      @kcasper7022 3 года назад +1

      Check out Prince's version, it is beautiful, too!

  • @annbate2590
    @annbate2590 4 года назад +62

    Never really felt this song until right now. So powerful and heartfelt.

    • @kimberlycastaneda3262
      @kimberlycastaneda3262 4 года назад +1

      Yes

    • @deborahlauren4811
      @deborahlauren4811 4 года назад +3

      Check out George Michael's version. This guy is just as good, totally different.

    • @MommaZim2
      @MommaZim2 4 года назад

      Check out Allen Stone...

    • @MommaZim2
      @MommaZim2 4 года назад

      @@deborahlauren4811 🙋 Exactly what I was thinking when I saw the title. Allen Stone is on tour & from Wa. State.. where I am. Check him out..

    • @kmontrose888
      @kmontrose888 4 года назад

      @@MommaZim2 i will. Never heard of him.

  • @clarissamck
    @clarissamck 4 года назад +99

    I love this man. He’s my new crush. He has the voice of angels.

    • @stephen579
      @stephen579 4 года назад +2

      Your pain must be great, I have just lost my wife, I held her hand until the early hours of the morning as she passed, I have never known such pain and loss.

    • @clarissamck
      @clarissamck 4 года назад

      Stephen Dare beautiful way to pass over. Yes, it’s rough but I’m working on it.

    • @runthemachine
      @runthemachine 4 года назад +2

      He's my crazy new crush, too. I'm completely hetero (not that that means fuck-all. Hope that didn't come off as some kind of 'precursor'. I love all peoples), but he pulls the water from my face.

  • @peggyhart3551
    @peggyhart3551 Месяц назад +2

    This song, this voice…. I can’t get this out of my head, my heart. Teddy, you are amazing, singing from the heart, you touched my soul.

  • @donnakiriakakis3935
    @donnakiriakakis3935 17 дней назад

    One of the greatest voices I’ve ever heard !smooth ,heartfelt and genuine.Good job TEDDY !

  • @dianewatson8003
    @dianewatson8003 4 года назад +12

    I don't know why, but his voice surprised me. I wasn't expecting that voice out of him. Amazing cover.

  • @angelove4u936
    @angelove4u936 4 года назад +31

    You made ME cry 😢 The most beautiful rendition of Ms. Raitt's emotional song of unrequited love 💔 Been there done that in my lifetime 😟 Still friends with him & still feel the same about him but keep it to myself 😔

    • @AnneWilkynson
      @AnneWilkynson 4 года назад +2

      Move on, life is too short, we can have more than one true love...I was like that, now my Man is soo amazing, good luck
      ❤☮🇨🇦

  • @Chris-ot7lf
    @Chris-ot7lf 5 лет назад +49

    I discovered this guy two days ago and thank u RUclips for showing me this. We need more soulful singers in music today. Teddy u can fill that missing void.

    • @MommaZim2
      @MommaZim2 4 года назад

      Check out Allen Stone..

    • @Chris-ot7lf
      @Chris-ot7lf 4 года назад

      Sorry just seeing ur message ok I definately will check him out

  • @freelyme333
    @freelyme333 11 месяцев назад +15

    Whew my goodness. Took me to church, gave me chills & the stank face at the same time!

  • @azbeaux
    @azbeaux 4 года назад +7

    Wow. One of the truly adult songs that breaks my heart. Beautifully sung.

  • @sloanchessman5783
    @sloanchessman5783 4 года назад +19

    WHOA!!! Just let me pick my jaw up off the floor!!! Man I am speechless.....this was beyond awesome! If your not using those pipes and that voice professionally...you should be!!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @backcheck31
    @backcheck31 4 года назад +43

    Man, I was NOT expecting that. Well done, my dude.

  • @darleenculbertson802
    @darleenculbertson802 4 года назад +7

    The raw emotion of his singing is so honest. Nothing fake about this dude. What you see is what you get. Just remember Teddy we were here before you got best vocalist of the year award.

  • @Cheekycupcake-d5j
    @Cheekycupcake-d5j 6 месяцев назад +3

    I started crying within the first 3 words to this wonderful song, thank you Teddy, righteous job!!!!❤

  • @susansargies2043
    @susansargies2043 3 года назад +3

    This gentleman is like Chris Stapleton, EXCELLENT SINGER!! thanks for posting this!!

  • @rebeccahutchinson297
    @rebeccahutchinson297 4 года назад +19

    Fantastic cover of this song. George Michael did a cover years ago & he absolutely brought this song to a new level.. 💔 George was the best

  • @Notty74
    @Notty74 4 года назад +45

    Wow wow wow. His voice is amazing. This is my favourite ever song. I’ve heard it sung by a few male vocalists. George Michael is my favourite but this bloke isn’t far behind. I’m in shock at his passion. Teddy Swims you are fantastic.

    • @rosamiller8687
      @rosamiller8687 4 года назад +1

      GM is amazing

    • @paulortiz2035
      @paulortiz2035 3 года назад +2

      George Michael wrote this song! Not sure most people know that.
      He was an incredible singer, and song writer.
      And all round great guy! Not perfect, but who is???
      We miss you George! Really, really miss you!!!

    • @pbelancsik
      @pbelancsik 2 года назад +1

      @@paulortiz2035 no he didn’t. Mike Reid wrote it for Bonnie Raitt.

    • @maryturner9867
      @maryturner9867 9 месяцев назад

      Good version but George Michael's version is absolutely amazing,💓

  • @leslie-reagan5219
    @leslie-reagan5219 4 года назад +12

    You feel the love and pain in every note. Holy smokes he’s awesome. Sing my life Teddy!

  • @Factual-i5t
    @Factual-i5t 3 года назад +6

    One of the best gifts in the world is to be blessed with a beautiful voice ❤!! He made me shed tears of joy!!

  • @downunderxj
    @downunderxj 4 месяца назад +1

    Had the pleasure of hearing Teddy Swims at his concert in Wellington NZ recently, glad I was able to get some tickets - definitely well worth it, amazing character and voice.

  • @johntripp2028
    @johntripp2028 4 года назад +6

    If there are no tears when you sing this song, then you didn't have your heart in what you were singing. Thank you

  • @Ayrieal
    @Ayrieal 5 лет назад +12

    Where is the I'm in love with his voice and his entire vibe. I loved Bonnie's version. Prince's version has always been neck and neck with hers. Now I'm stuck with three favorite versions of the same song! How is that even possible. The more I listen to Teddy he's heading to my number one out of the three. I can't even believe this...

    • @realfingertrouble
      @realfingertrouble 4 года назад

      Try George Michael's cover. Blows most of them away. ruclips.net/video/QbWJO8RMg1A/видео.html

    • @realfingertrouble
      @realfingertrouble 4 года назад

      P.S. Not heard Prince's version, thanks for introducing me...that is special also. Those two are close...George's and Prince's.

  • @hollydoubet7561
    @hollydoubet7561 4 года назад +18

    Beautiful and heartfelt rendition of one of my favorite songs. So sweet sung by a man.

  • @MrRBeran
    @MrRBeran 2 месяца назад +1

    i've been a pro guitarist and vocalist for 40plus years, to say i'm jaded is an understatement. i am rarely moved to tears by a cover, but this fine singer (so much more than a vocalist), brought the flood. damn! thank you!

  • @Lily-z2s
    @Lily-z2s 3 месяца назад +2

    I love this version. I know it old but I just found Teddy and I'm so happy I have! He's so soulful, can't get enough..

  • @gloriouslydiabolical2329
    @gloriouslydiabolical2329 4 года назад +21

    omg what an emotional song and this singer nails it with feeling.... what a voice

  • @Rico1052
    @Rico1052 4 года назад +36

    That was beautiful, so emotional, would love to hear more from him.

  • @KenMackMelodicTracks
    @KenMackMelodicTracks 4 года назад +12

    I discovered this guy a few days ago and have been listening to him every day since. What an amazing voice and talent.

  • @Bluewave710
    @Bluewave710 3 месяца назад +2

    He sings this so beautifully! Just as beautiful as Adele!❤❤❤Any and Every song he sings it perfectly flawless....

  • @stevenwallace5990
    @stevenwallace5990 3 года назад +2

    His voice is like a lifetime of happiness in your past present and future.... Dude's got such a amazing gift and I love how he can just be himself....

  • @roggerrabbit9320
    @roggerrabbit9320 5 лет назад +14

    This Guy can sing Everything. Amazing Voice!

  • @paulh4818
    @paulh4818 5 лет назад +25

    Felt every word of that. Such emotion & control. 👍

  • @johnny1note
    @johnny1note 4 года назад +4

    Yeah, he may not be crying but I am. Gorgeous. God gave this man His personal set of pipes.

  • @MoxieCom
    @MoxieCom 2 месяца назад +18

    Never judge a book by its cover.❤

  • @sassylasssuzy
    @sassylasssuzy 9 месяцев назад

    One of the best balladeers that has come along in a long time!! Love Teddy Swims! ❤

  • @jacquelinemercurio6859
    @jacquelinemercurio6859 4 года назад +7

    Get him on The Voice ASAP!!! Love his voice and soul.

  • @kerwynbrat5771
    @kerwynbrat5771 4 года назад +4

    Oh my. He hits that beautiful rasp and breathy parts... What an amazing voice

  • @monaholt4066
    @monaholt4066 7 месяцев назад +3

    ❤ this man's voice Definitely makes you feel every word!

  • @rozannalichnock1784
    @rozannalichnock1784 7 месяцев назад +2

    Oh wow. I had my mouth open the first few minutes. I was completely gobsmacked by how good this guy is. WOW

  • @TeresaWilhite
    @TeresaWilhite 7 месяцев назад +2

    He is so great.....just love him! This is one of the best songs ever written.

  • @robinsuek5499
    @robinsuek5499 4 года назад +7

    I’ve always loved this song because it reaches my soul with how the words and the the music just wrap their way around like a vine clinging to the empty spaces, but man oh man, it reached a deeper level with his offering. Teddy you breathed new life into an old soul of a song, so, so great, thank you.

  • @MultiFendertele
    @MultiFendertele 4 года назад +5

    I would buy this guys records in a heartbeat. Someone in the music industry, wake up and sign this dude!!!!!

  • @haiderrizvi5057
    @haiderrizvi5057 5 лет назад +17

    OMG !!
    Wøw !! 😵
    He nailed it 😀🙂
    His voice is so powerful 🙂🙂

  • @1113caligrl
    @1113caligrl 6 месяцев назад +1

    You killed it Teddy. This is one of my favorite songs and you brought tears to my eyes.

  • @jeanettenorman7052
    @jeanettenorman7052 3 месяца назад +1

    Found Teddy singing this a few years ago and l was amazed and in awe - still am.

  • @laurendoda6023
    @laurendoda6023 4 года назад +6

    This is the video that got me hooked on Teddy Swims. I love his smooth velvety voice, this is one of my absolute favorite songs.

  • @sandybeachgirl4592
    @sandybeachgirl4592 5 лет назад +15

    Absolutely phenomenal. I watched this video 10 times. Couldn't get enough of it ❤

  • @pedrojulio5889
    @pedrojulio5889 4 года назад +4

    HOLY SMOKES!!!! I loved Bonny Reit singing this years ago. Your voice is so tamed, pitch perfect, soulfull, PERFECT. You are as good as ANY singer could do ist

  • @rebeccasorrells9060
    @rebeccasorrells9060 3 года назад +1

    I absolutely love his voice. I started following him a long time ago I’m so happy to call him our hometown hero. Making Ga proud. There’s nothing he can’t sing.

  • @PnutzGoddy19
    @PnutzGoddy19 7 месяцев назад +1

    Teddy will snatch your soul & every emotion you've ever felt!! ❤

  • @incognitomizo8061
    @incognitomizo8061 5 лет назад +102

    This is one of my favorite songs.I can actually feel the heartbreak.Maybe its because my wife left me for another man..
    But i still wish her the best.
    Thank you so much for this cover and yes i believe this is the best cover i've heard so far

    • @leanneaiseymour8546
      @leanneaiseymour8546 5 лет назад +9

      Sorry fort your loss. Bless you always

    • @randyvalantino6850
      @randyvalantino6850 4 года назад +2

      Gearge Michael does a better version live

    • @kerrilivermore6691
      @kerrilivermore6691 4 года назад +7

      This to shall pass. Love will find you again.

    • @michelewalburn4376
      @michelewalburn4376 4 года назад +4

      Hope all is well in your world. That's a really rough thing to get through.

    • @kathywood173
      @kathywood173 4 года назад +4

      So sorry. Lean on God for strength. He is with you through storms.

  • @billy-jadeachiu2296
    @billy-jadeachiu2296 7 месяцев назад +11

    His voice is home ❤

  • @nedflanders7860
    @nedflanders7860 4 года назад +10

    Listening to this masterpiece... Is like unlacing my boots. Sheds my burdens. Really nice.

  • @babbsanlindblad7719
    @babbsanlindblad7719 4 месяца назад +1

    WOW💜 now I have two favorite guys performing this beautiful song with their soulful sweet voices...Thank U Prince💜 & Teddy💜