It's rare to find a cover that isn't exactly like the original version of a song but Foy Vance really made this cover his. I love the uniqueness of this version... He's so talented!
I've had never heard of Foy Vance, but a couple years ago I ever so luckily stumbled across this cover of this amazing song. 3 years later I still occasionally listen to this. When I'm in that kind of place where I just need something full of a quiet and soft power in my day, a little bit of comfort. It makes me feel like everything is the world is going to be ok, and I can just relax and be happy. Powerful.
i love this guy so much, im gonna follow his music till i die. everything he touches is pure gold. if you make it to the big time foy dont forget about all us who have followed you. and dont change one bit :) ive honestly never heard music as good as what this man can make. play leeds again, it was the greatest gig ive ever been to.
Exactly! I happened to be at the Blackbox in Belfast for a private concert with this guy I had never heard of before. He played Guiding Light for the first time, and it was, no joke, a religious moment! It was his last song and he walked of the stage and out of the room while he, and we were still all singing the chorus. Then he runs back in and says we all have to keep singing but come into the foyer, so all maybe 100 of us cram into the foyer of the Blackbox singing the chorus to a Guiding light. Goose bumps! Foy became my most favorite musical artist that night, and I have made a point to see him every chance I get, and I send my friends to see him when he plays in their town. Twice in Belfast and twice in Munich. He is amazing, and gives expression to my soul like no other!
I saw Tracy do this song live, about eight feet in front of her in front row many, many years ago. It was beautiful, this version is no doubt THE best cover of this incredible song....
What a great soul! Very emotional and totally inside, respect and much love to you, Foy Vance - I start almost every day since many weeks with your great songs and your lovely voice! Thx for what u give ....
That last verse.. He sings the lines "You stay out drinking late at the bar, see more of your friends than you do your kids. I'd always hoped for better.." - perfectly sung to fit the emotion of the song.
He deserves a standing ovation for this one. I really didn't believe anyone was able to do a better cover than original, it feels like a rebirth of the song.Thanks for uploading.
One of the best songwriters i have listened to, he was the best discovery personally at last years hop farm festival, if you you like this you should check out the festival.
This is a beautiful piece of music. If anyone slagging this video had a fraction of foy vances talent they would be able so lucky. Don't dis a fantastic musician.
@thasnap Foy is excellent at portraying the emotion that really is written behind the words. I am a local music gig photographer, having shot at a number of his gigs and one of the few who's been fortunate enough to have some of my shots used by Foy. He's a gentle-man!
I don't know if I will ever be able to sleep again. And I'm going to lay down and play with Joey, my little Service Animal and dear kitty friend and Human Rights Activist. I'm just going to keep listening to you, Foy. Lovely creation, Tracy.
You all sound like he's some sort of big secret.... There is nothing secret about him. Stop feeling special. Anybody could find him in about 5 seconds.
this is purely magical, met foy on a recent film set where he is playing a busker, awesum musical magician, gona attempt learning this song. i'll need the force.
To say what everyone is thinking, this cover is better than the original 😏🙃 so much more emotional, intentional... Though I will say it's an easier build when starting from a well laid foundation. Been listening to Foy many years now and never heard this cover before. How is that? This just set the pace for the remainder of my day
There is 'no way' you cannot like this man, he is just an amazing vibrant colour in a black & white world.
^^ exactly! ^^
man so well said
Definitely 😊.
Fact!
❤
TRACY CHAPMAN'S WONDERFUL ORIGINAL... THIS IS SUPER COVER
masterful performance, I get goosebumps before I press play because I know I'm about to blown away by raw talent
It's rare to find a cover that isn't exactly like the original version of a song but Foy Vance really made this cover his. I love the uniqueness of this version... He's so talented!
So much passion in his voice. I'm in complete awe.
Love this version. A completely different cover of the song without losing any of the passion/heartbreak. Well done Foy.
Without a doubt the absolute best cover of any song I have ever had the pleasure to listen to. I love the unique composition!!!
This is a very fine version of this very fine song. I loved the way he opened it. I'd love it if Foy would come to Australia. Nicely done
Im Lost for words at how amazing that was !
I've had never heard of Foy Vance, but a couple years ago I ever so luckily stumbled across this cover of this amazing song. 3 years later I still occasionally listen to this. When I'm in that kind of place where I just need something full of a quiet and soft power in my day, a little bit of comfort. It makes me feel like everything is the world is going to be ok, and I can just relax and be happy. Powerful.
Music will never die!
i love this guy so much, im gonna follow his music till i die. everything he touches is pure gold. if you make it to the big time foy dont forget about all us who have followed you. and dont change one bit :) ive honestly never heard music as good as what this man can make. play leeds again, it was the greatest gig ive ever been to.
Exactly! I happened to be at the Blackbox in Belfast for a private concert with this guy I had never heard of before. He played Guiding Light for the first time, and it was, no joke, a religious moment! It was his last song and he walked of the stage and out of the room while he, and we were still all singing the chorus. Then he runs back in and says we all have to keep singing but come into the foyer, so all maybe 100 of us cram into the foyer of the Blackbox singing the chorus to a Guiding light. Goose bumps! Foy became my most favorite musical artist that night, and I have made a point to see him every chance I get, and I send my friends to see him when he plays in their town. Twice in Belfast and twice in Munich. He is amazing, and gives expression to my soul like no other!
There's an air of calm and feeling of peace when he sings. Love him and want to see him live to have something to talk about when I am old
That just blew my freakin' mind! I still have the shivers....
He is absolutely amazing, love him, his voice is something you don't hear often these days..go on Foy..
I saw Tracy do this song live, about eight feet in front of her in front row many, many years ago. It was beautiful, this version is no doubt THE best cover of this incredible song....
Emily Clinton now I remember you from the concert.
Emily Clinton Agreed. Foy Vance was tapped into something supernatural in this performance.
I just stumbled upon Foy recently and I love his work. Very thankful for his work. Good on ya brother.
been to see foy four times never fails to impress the man has talent, he also sang happy birthday to me in belfast too cool!
Such a famous song and yet he COMPLETELY makes it his own. Amazing!
I never get tired of seeing him preform live!! He is very talented!
Seeing him live was incredible. Instant fan!
He's the man! So underrated and so good. What a talent!
Just reiterated expression of what you can BECOME ❣
Absolutley beautiful
Ahhh when some where young and finding their way, till got to that crossroads of life❣
What a great soul! Very emotional and totally inside, respect and much love to you, Foy Vance - I start almost every day since many weeks with your great songs and your lovely voice! Thx for what u give ....
such a good voice, end is magic
Ohh this was passion at its best..love it..
Yes! Your voice makes me cry, it's much moor touching when someone adult sing this amazing song...
I love the song very much, it always makes me cry.
This cover is absolutely brilliant. There is so much of sincerity in it.
I saw him again in Oakland last month... I simply love him!
That last verse.. He sings the lines "You stay out drinking late at the bar, see more of your friends than you do your kids. I'd always hoped for better.." - perfectly sung to fit the emotion of the song.
Brilliant version.
This guy is damn good! I love his flip of the song.
He deserves a standing ovation for this one. I really didn't believe anyone was able to do a better cover than original, it feels like a rebirth of the song.Thanks for uploading.
beautifulflames amen!
this is by far the best cover of this song ive seen! cheers Foy Vance you are very talented!
Chills. Every time.
Best cover ever!!!
wow, this is truly beautiful, so much emotion. I absolutley love the story told in this song.
I can't believe this was just on my speakers and thought I miss foy and this pops up. Nuts. Amazing
i have never heard about foy vance . a sweet surprise and a homage to tracy c.
I love his music it's so beautiful but this one is 😱😮😍
Um.. this is what pure ART sounds like… beautiful.
One of the best songwriters i have listened to, he was the best discovery personally at last years hop farm festival, if you you like this you should check out the festival.
Beautiful rendition.. pure.. quality..
👌💪💪💪🔥
yeah a beautiful voce it makes me cry no shame x
I'm in love ^^ he is just the best :)
Amo esta canção em sua linda voz ! Sou sua fã. Sua expressão facial é forte....impactante! Amo...amo..amo!
This dude killed it. Instant fan.
This is a beautiful piece of music. If anyone slagging this video had a fraction of foy vances talent they would be able so lucky. Don't dis a fantastic musician.
BEAUTIFUL
How have I not heard of him till recently.
Such a cover!!
AMAZING! INCREIBLE!
The no moustache threw me off for a second
100!
Beautiful cover ❤
Simply amazing! from Argentina 👍
@racethebreeze It was filmed in Oh Yeah Center in belfast for ATL's Raw Money gig
Beautiful =)
Brilliance.
Amazing...
@thasnap
Foy is excellent at portraying the emotion that really is written behind the words.
I am a local music gig photographer, having shot at a number of his gigs and one of the few who's been fortunate enough to have some of my shots used by Foy.
He's a gentle-man!
I don't know if I will ever be able to sleep again. And I'm going to lay down and play with Joey, my little Service Animal and dear kitty friend and Human Rights Activist. I'm just going to keep listening to you, Foy. Lovely creation, Tracy.
Sooooo smooth.
Indeed!. It resimests in me😊
Beautiful...
Amazing!!
FOR YOU VICKI 💓
WOW WOW WO WOW WOW THANKS YOU X
amazing
great...great...just great
Incredible
precioso.
@rampagedawg
He's actually Northern Irish.
Goosebumps...
@GetTheFunkOut46
There are quite a few of us across the pond who think he is stunning as well...amazing musician!! ;-)
Didn't think anyone could come close to Christian Kane's version for me as far as personal emotional impact, but god, this is beautiful.
I share your sentiments, when I heard him I said gosh this man is good, come on he can sing, sweet, wow.
Sorry to say this one IS better.
Christian Kane's version is my absolute favorite! I just wish he'd make another album
Thank you Sir!!!
HOW COME THIS GUY IS NOT ANNOYINGLY FAMOUS???
Good question. Maybe better this way though.
Tamy Guimarães probably for the best, its always nice hearing raw talent thats only for a select few ears
Who appreciate beautiful music
Tamy Guimarães cause he's Authentic
he's too special. he's ours to enjoy :)
You all sound like he's some sort of big secret.... There is nothing secret about him. Stop feeling special. Anybody could find him in about 5 seconds.
Saw him in Mandella Hall, playing with Ed Sheeran. Undoubtedly one of the best gigs ever.
Made it his own. A true top artist of our generation
Love it
this is purely magical, met foy on a recent film set where he is playing a busker, awesum musical magician, gona attempt learning this song. i'll need the force.
Awesome
holy shit. this is so good!
When are you coming to Brazil!?!?
raised the hairs on the back of my neck first listen!
Wow!
💓
When he was at his best!
One of the few covers that I enjoy more than the Original
Wow bravo mate.
Awesome simple as
@ogjbot so many greats from bangor aye? two door, snow patrol, johnny parks, kowalski kinda... :)
To say what everyone is thinking, this cover is better than the original 😏🙃 so much more emotional, intentional... Though I will say it's an easier build when starting from a well laid foundation. Been listening to Foy many years now and never heard this cover before. How is that? This just set the pace for the remainder of my day
loveeeeee
@rampagedawg northern irish... A small town called Bangor to be precise
check out his cover over the cheers theme wow
It's amazing!
Top❤
Good
I absolutely love him and only found him thanx to my Deslexia and love of Vance Joy,lol.;-)
WOW