Sir Elton John: "I was so blown away by the version of Yellow Brick Road. I've never heard anyone sing one of my songs like that ever. I can't thank you enough, giving your time and blowing my mind with that version. Because when someone sings your songs they usually copy you and she made it her own. That's brilliant--it's a hard song."
Feel free to bring us your attempt at a unique and original take on a world-famous classic that can make the writer swoon. It may not be for you, but even the layman should be able to appreciate this as a wonderful interpretation without it needing to align with their personal preferences.
It took me there too, Judy Garland in Red slipper and all. A song in our hearts forever, from the 1950s. Sara thank you for saying what's beyond..... for us all.
Because we no longer live in the era of the songwriter, we live in the era of the hitmaker. You can be both, but only the latter is necessary for maximum profit. Watch American Idol - much as I have enjoyed that as a talent show, it is solid proof that the most talented and/or most original do not usually win America's votes. Instead, the most votes go to the biggest crowdpleaser, even if it's just pleasing by way of lowest common denominator. Guy with guitar sings somewhat catchy, easily singable songs, has vaguely likable personality, gets the most votes. Depending on the audience you are trying to appeal to, there are different lowest common denominators, but songcraft, lyricism, and even extreme talent are not premium needs for modern success. I don't think older generations were necessarily better or smarter. I suspect they would have fallen for mass-produced stuff just as much (and in some cases, we can see that they did). It wasn't the dominant form of the entire music industry back then, but I think that's just because record companies took a while to figure out the formula.
The only time I've seen this level of mesmerizing silence by the audience is Dame Judy Dench performing "Send in the Clowns" at the BBC Proms. It's magical how you can hear a pin drop and she has everyone's heartstrings in her palm.
@@shawnmercado2219 She is correct, internet points doesn't mean squat. Elton told me he is too embarrassed to even perform this song anymore since Sara's version is so good!
Elton is very polite, but in my opinion Sara's version of this is awful. And i say that as a huge Sara B fan. I need to go listen to Between the Lines and Bottle It Up to wash this out of my ears.
@@2000Ajerrell Agreed this is hauntingly beautiful. It was the best version I have ever heard in my entire life. Something about her made this song more emotional and special.
Elton John's greatest musical arrangement, Bernie Taupin's best lyrics, and the best live female vocalist of the last two decades..........this is a perfect version of a perfect song.
An almost haunting first verse, then her power just slams it home, then her sweet uniqueness again, then holding the last note in perfect pitch, in front of a live audience..wow....I love this.... What a performance..!
I'm always surprised to read comments like this because, at least among my friends and the random people I connect with on various internet sites, Sara Bareilles is pretty well known. Maybe not quite as wide as Miley Cyrus, because she never hits the news for getting in trouble, and no one goes to Sara's videos to see how much skin she actually shows, but she does get quite a bit of recognition for her talent.
Johanna A. Florez I understand that, but attention she gets compared to Nicki Minaj or Drake is nothing. She should be selling out stadiums and what not.
This is so good, when they cut to the audience faces, people are almost upset with Sara: “Um ... I just asked for a concert, I did not ask for you to rip my soul from my body.” 😂❤️
One of my favourite moments of audience mesmerisation is on the Monterray Pop Festival film. Mama Cass in the crowd agog with awe at Janis Joplin ripping through Ball and Chain.
There was that one time at Temple Bar where the audience was so mesmerized that they forgot to clap when the song "City" ended. And it was the encore even. Of course that was Sara also so guess she wins either way. :- )
This is a master class in how to deliver a performance. Her arrangement of the song, the way she enunciates so you can understand the lyrics, and the dynamics of her soft and louds... it’s pitch perfect. I can’t stop watching this video. Any aspiring musical artist should study this.
@Elliott Gold no you're wrong, her technique is incredible in this song. Don't forget her amazing piano arrangement too. She commanded everything. Oh and she played the piano too. Amazing.
Found this video again. Every once in a while, if we're lucky enough, we get to see an artist cover a classic without ruining it and compromising it's original integrity. And then, even more rarely, we get to see this - an artist who not only fully respects the original composition, but takes it to a completely new place and an even higher level. This version walks that fine line between originality of it's own, while paying homage to Elton John, and at the same time magically creates something so brilliant and powerful. Sara has pulled this off in a stellar way, much like Johnny Cash did with the Nine Inch Nails song "Hurt". Simply spellbinding and moving.....
this song woke me up from a 2 year physically and mentally abusive relationship over a month course and gave me the strength to leave. her "she used to be mine" and "gravity" helped me heal. these are my all time favorite songs. every time i listen to these songs, i am still taken back even after listening to them over a thousand times.
Hey Nova, so, so glad you broke free. Also, thank you for listing those other song titles, as I'd never heard of them. For me, it's 'Alive' by Sia that lifts me high above the torment and validates my survival of the past. Wishing you every good thing. Chris
As an old fart who actually saw Elton do this in his prime live, I can say, unequivocally this version ROCKS. Every once in a while somebody does a cover that is worthy of the original version. This is definitely one of them. Good show!
@@TheFaithArtist Same here. Even though there's no point in transcribing it anymore. I figure, 'Oh well, if I'm ever stuck on a desert island with nothing but a cello I'll at least have the chart in my mind's eye.'
As a young upstart who had no idea who Elton even was until she saw the rocketman film, I'd like to thank you for openminded to other artists! Sorry if this is kinda... impudent, coming from me, but most of the older people around me are teritorial traditionalists in pretty much every aspect surrounding them (& love imposing or uneccessarily defending the "sanctity" of their tastes on others) so i just really appreciate this approach. Thanks for listening to me!
Everyday since I heard her do this song I come back and listen to it. I'm not sure why the crowd wasn't more excited. OMG this is just beyond excellent
Me too, Anita. Every damn time it leaves me undone, from those haunting opening notes on the piano that immediately cut right to the emotional core of the listener
I never comment on anything. Fell in love with music as a kid and been involved in the music world for more than 35 years as a craftsman and I've seen all kinds of musicians and players over the years. This one brings me to tears every single time. Thank you, Sara, for pursuing your passion and sharing it with the rest of the world.
@@timsullivan67 I cry every time I listen. This song has always been so relatable to me, and I never thought Elton's version could be topped. But she did it. My heart aches when I listen to her sing it.
my younger son just introduced me to this hauntingly hypnotic version. Sara flexes an amazing range as well as perfect timing of transitioning from tender to forceful and back to tender. unlike so many of the performers from AGT and The Voice, Sara sings in her own cocoon, lost in the world of Elton and Carole, and away from the vanity of today's cheap knockoffs. this version is amazing.
@@ruebendejesus7039 Angelina's face is so beautiful, and angelic she is tall, and elegant, she is so versatile, she can sing jazz, oldie, classics, country, She changed Sara's version, jazzed it up made it better. did not copy it.
@@leebrn8588 the piano player copied Sara and Angelina's version lacks the depth of Sara's version. Not only that, her pronunciation is atrocious. She does have a lovely voice though I agree, I hope she will work with the same technique that Sara works with.
From someone whose favorite all time band is Zeppelin, this woman is amazing. I first heard of Sara Bareilles when I was taking yoga classes and the teacher kept playing "Satellite Call" during the cool down session. As good as Elton's original version is, this version tops it by miles.
Sara, when I am on empty and want to give up, your songs fill my heart with love and feelings that help me understand I am not the only one who feels the way I do. Empty, misunderstood, scared sometimes but not willing to quit the fight. You have a beautiful spirit. Thank you. For everything.
I am old enough to know this song when Sir Elton initially released it. However, this version, at this time of my life, leaving my own personal Yellow Brick Road, hit me like few pieces of music ever have. The performance is powerful, personal and perfect. Sara, you have moved me as few musicians ever have. Thank you,
I believe Elton John was put on this earth to write this song, and that Sara Bareilles was put on this earth to create the cover. Stunning Masterpiece. I'm obsessed with it.
I was just watching the movie about Elton John's life, called "Rocket Man" and came to RUclips to find the lyrics from the song "Sorry seems to be the Hardest Word" (I couldn't understand them on Netflix). I've loved Sara for many, many years! Quite a while ago, I accidently read a tweet where two of her friends or fans (not sure which) were talking about her and they talked about how much she swears (especially the 'F' word!); They were totally okay with it and thought it was funny - which it can be, because I use it often when I speak with my sister...lol. Although, that just in private, and apparently Sara says it in public, like on stage sometimes. My daughter is in her early 40's, runs her own company, and says the 'F' word in front of clients and when writing - I just find it so unprofessional! But I'm just an old lady now, so I guess I'm aging out of being 'cool' although I do still know what 'really cool' is - it's Sara Bareilles!!!
No... Bernie Taupin and Elton to come up with the original, then Sara to make it good, then Foxes and Fossils with Chase Truran to tweak the arrangement to make it great! ruclips.net/video/avIx5Cj8-8U/видео.html
I so appreciate an artist like Sara who can take one of the most beautiful songs Elton John wrote and make it her own while staying faithful to the original!
Insanely talented singer and writer. I'll admit, when I first heard "love song" on the radio years ago I thought Sara was just another mainstream female pop/indie singer. What I later found was that I had completely misjudged the depth of that song in particular, and then came to search for more of her music and realized what natural skill and creativity she fosters. I've heard "Yellow Brick Road" by Elton growing up my whole life - but it wasn't until I came across this rendition a few months ago that I was able to finally feel and understand the meaning and value of this song. Not only does she hit every note with precision, she simultaneously creates a very fluid and free sound that would seem to contrast but does not. :)
Same for me- the first song of hers I heard was Love Song. I didn't listen to the lyrics- just thought it was another catchy pop song. Then I found her other music. :)
Having been blown away by the Angelina Jordan version, I now understand that some of her best riffs are apparently from Sara. Wherever you are, Sara, I want you to have due credit and hope that your magnanimity is equal to your musical talent.
@@madgoku99 Not only that, there is a warmth in Angelina's voice that is pretty remarkable for one so young. Sara's cover of Elton John's song is amazing. Ya wonder if someone could top that but along comes Angelina and upsets the apple cart. I love the arrangement, by the way.
When are you gonna come down? When are you going to land? I should have stayed on the farm I should have listened to my old man You know you can't hold me forever I didn't sign up with you I'm not a present for your friends to open This boy's too young to be singing, the blues So goodbye yellow brick road Where the dogs of society howl You can't plant me in your penthouse I'm going back to my plough Back to the howling old owl in the woods Hunting the horny back toad Oh I've finally decided my future lies Beyond the yellow brick road What do you think you'll do then? I bet that'll shoot down your plane It'll take you a couple of vodka and tonics To set you on your feet again Maybe you'll get a replacement There's plenty like me to be found Mongrels who ain't got a penny Sniffing for tidbits like you on the ground So goodbye yellow brick road Where the dogs of society howl You can't plant me in your penthouse I'm going back to my plough Back to the howling old owl in the woods Hunting the horny back toad Oh I've finally decided my future lies Beyond the yellow brick road
When are you gonna come down When are you going to land I should have stayed on the farm I should have listened to my old man You know you can't hold me forever I didn't sign up with you I'm not a present for your friends to open This boy's too young to be singing the blues chorus: So goodbye yellow brick road Where the dogs of society howl You can't plant me in your penthouse I'm going back to my plough Back to the howling old owl in the woods Hunting the horny back toad Oh I've finally decided my future lies Beyond the yellow brick road What do you think you'll do then I bet that'll shoot down your plane It'll take you a couple of vodka and tonics To set you on your feet again Maybe you'll get a replacement There's plenty like me to be found Mongrels who ain't got a penny Sniffing for tidbits like you on the ground
This is one of those songs where you're surprised to see what the actual lyrics are. You've been singing it wrong for 30 years. There are a few unconventional lyrics that sounded much different in your head.
I’ve listened to this so many times over the past few years and the thing that always stands out for me is wondering what was going through the minds of the audience members. Did they realise that they were witnessing something truly incredible? It’s one of the most original and amazing cover versions of a song that I’ve ever heard! So much envy for the people who saw this live.
I was in this audience when this was recorded (camera pans over me singing along a few times haha). The entire show was such a love letter to her fans. I was a big fan before, I became a superman after. I cried several times during the performance, awestruck by how good she was (and is). Writing Waitress and her starring turn in Into the Woods only proved it even more to me. So excited for anything she does next.
The energy in the room. You could almost feel the electricity in the air, how every single person was taking part in that powerful moment- or rather, grabbed into it, heart, body and soul. To have been there.
What makes this is its poise, always in the moment , the years of skills and experience carry the song technically, freeing the artist to soar and bond the audience to the performance. This is high art- it’s beautiful.
It's a beautiful touch and makes my chest tighten too, a gossamer thin vocal filled with plaintive yearning made all the more poignant because it comes immediately after the huge belting notes that filled the hall
I grew up on Elton John and this makes me love Sara even more. She turned it into something new and different - i was on the edge of my seat the entire time.....notice every single person in the audience is QUIET - that's when you know you've got them hook, line and sinker.....props to Sara - she really is an amazing musician
Two of the most recognizable and gifted voices on the planet finally unite to give us all one the most spectacularly magical moments in the history of TV. Sublime!
Goosebumps squared every time I hear this. The audience reaction says it all. Similar to the crowd response to Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You". Stunned silence. I'd love to hear from someone who witnessed this live that evening.
It doesn’t matter what the ballad is. If Sarah Bareilles is singing it I am close to tears from the first verse. It’s such an incredible gift she has. This and Once Upon Another Time and Gravity are just monumentally powerful and moving.
Man....look at this performance. Audience sitting in there seats. Completely mesmerized by the insane amount of talent and work this woman has, and has completed, during her career.
Probably THE perfect live performance. I have heard a lot over the last four decades, but this is truly outstanding. I cannot listen to this without crying from 3:14 on.
Omg. The Power. The Soul. The Heart. The passion. Everything Sir Elton wanted... needed. Somehow better than the original, and the original was phenomenal.
LYRICS "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" When are you gonna come down? When are you going to land? I should have stayed on the farm I should have listened to my old man You know you can't hold me forever I didn't sign up with you I'm not a present for your friends to open This boy's too young to be singing the blues So goodbye yellow brick road where the dogs of society howl You can't plant me in your penthouse I'm going back to my plough Back to the howling old owl in the woods Hunting the horny back toad Oh, I've finally decided my future lies Beyond the yellow brick road What do you think you'll do then? I bet that'll shoot down your plane It'll take you a couple of vodka and tonics to set you on your feet again Maybe you'll get a replacement There's plenty like me to be found Mongrels who ain't got a penny Sniffing for tidbits like you on the ground So goodbye yellow brick road where the dogs of society howl You can't plant me in your penthouse I'm going back to my plough Back to the howling old owl in the woods Hunting the horny back toad Oh, I've finally decided my future lies Beyond the yellow brick road So goodbye yellow brick road where the dogs of society howl You can't plant me in your penthouse I'm going back to my plough Back to the howling old owl in the woods Hunting the horny back toad Oh, I've finally decided my future lies I've finally decided my future lies I've finally decided my future lies Beyond the yellow brick road
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Sir Elton John: "I was so blown away by the version of Yellow Brick Road. I've never heard anyone sing one of my songs like that ever. I can't thank you enough, giving your time and blowing my mind with that version. Because when someone sings your songs they usually copy you and she made it her own. That's brilliant--it's a hard song."
You could just say you don't like it. There's no need to disparage anyone for their opinion, especially the writer of the song.
Kevin Woods trash she’s much better
her version , for me, sounds horrible....
Feel free to bring us your attempt at a unique and original take on a world-famous classic that can make the writer swoon. It may not be for you, but even the layman should be able to appreciate this as a wonderful interpretation without it needing to align with their personal preferences.
again...FOR ME, sounds horrible.....maybe you will get it now
This is how you cover a song. Make it your own, while still honoring the feel of the original. This is soooooooooo good.
Exactly. It’s the hardest thing for a musician to do well. She nailed it, made it hers and it’s now a high point in the set. She’s enjoying it too.
As a listener it's like hearing a song you've never heard but yet somehow you know all the words and that kicks ass.
It’s crazy how well she delivers the lyrics, its like it’s the first time I’ve heard the whole song.
Me too!! First time I've understood all of the lyrics...
Love, love, love her and THIS!!!
Sublime! This is now her song.
so true !
It took me there too, Judy Garland in Red slipper and all. A song in our hearts forever, from the 1950s. Sara thank you for saying what's beyond..... for us all.
Exactly
Why this woman isn’t the biggest thing in music is beyond me. Pure talent.
Because we no longer live in the era of the songwriter, we live in the era of the hitmaker. You can be both, but only the latter is necessary for maximum profit. Watch American Idol - much as I have enjoyed that as a talent show, it is solid proof that the most talented and/or most original do not usually win America's votes. Instead, the most votes go to the biggest crowdpleaser, even if it's just pleasing by way of lowest common denominator. Guy with guitar sings somewhat catchy, easily singable songs, has vaguely likable personality, gets the most votes. Depending on the audience you are trying to appeal to, there are different lowest common denominators, but songcraft, lyricism, and even extreme talent are not premium needs for modern success.
I don't think older generations were necessarily better or smarter. I suspect they would have fallen for mass-produced stuff just as much (and in some cases, we can see that they did). It wasn't the dominant form of the entire music industry back then, but I think that's just because record companies took a while to figure out the formula.
She enjoys a perfect amount of fame. Not sure what you are expecting.
@@DanielChannel89 That's an extremely good way of putting it. I agree wholeheartedly.
Cos she ain't running around in her undies
@@Ms-K-w2x if only she would
I think the term for what the audience is experiencing is called a “perfect silence”. What a mesmerizing performance.
The only time I've seen this level of mesmerizing silence by the audience is Dame Judy Dench performing "Send in the Clowns" at the BBC Proms. It's magical how you can hear a pin drop and she has everyone's heartstrings in her palm.
@@lohphat and Alice , My Funny Valentine
I don't think it's silent. They clapped during the belting part. I think it's just great audio recording. They ignore the background in this.
@@narwhal004 true….but they are, as am I, enthralled by her talent.
@@jamesweeg6545 She's a remarkable musician, for sure.
Only a musical genius could hold the word "toad" and make it spine tingling.
😂😂
True 🙄
Accurate 🎯
She has one of the most powerful beautiful voices in music and is criminally underrated
By who everyone I know how good she is
She sings a lot better than that Swift girl. I don't get why she's not as popular.
UK Person here. Totally agree - hardly anyone I know has any idea about Sara but I think she's a phenomenal songwriter and performer
Amen..she should be rocking stadiums all around the world..
But that's ok we know what a gift she is😊
Simply put, THE BEST VERSION EVER DONE OF “GOODBYE THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD”!!!!!!!!!!
Yep
Not hardly...
@@wipatriot510 Yeah, actually, it is.
@@phcusnret Yeah, not really...
@@wipatriot510 Don't be sad.
Elton John said after hearing this..” There does NOT EVER need to be another cover of this song.” Pretty much sums it up.
did he really say this or did you make it up for internet points
@@shawnmercado2219 She is correct, internet points doesn't mean squat. Elton told me he is too embarrassed to even perform this song anymore since Sara's version is so good!
Elton is very polite, but in my opinion Sara's version of this is awful. And i say that as a huge Sara B fan. I need to go listen to Between the Lines and Bottle It Up to wash this out of my ears.
@@willritter4076 are you nuts this is amazing. What's wrong with it?
@@2000Ajerrell Agreed this is hauntingly beautiful. It was the best version I have ever heard in my entire life. Something about her made this song more emotional and special.
Elton John's greatest musical arrangement, Bernie Taupin's best lyrics, and the best live female vocalist of the last two decades..........this is a perfect version of a perfect song.
A voice for the ages... The reaction of the audience says it all.
Sara's voice is immaculate!!!! She has such a strong voice and the emotion is beautiful!!!
An almost haunting first verse, then her power just slams it home, then her sweet uniqueness again, then holding the last note in perfect pitch, in front of a live audience..wow....I love this....
What a performance..!
Wow. You could not have said it better. ❤❤
“Haunting. Power. Sweet uniqueness. Perfect pitch.” Exactly accurate. ❤
It's a shame she doesn't get the attention she deserves. She is brilliant.
I'm always surprised to read comments like this because, at least among my friends and the random people I connect with on various internet sites, Sara Bareilles is pretty well known. Maybe not quite as wide as Miley Cyrus, because she never hits the news for getting in trouble, and no one goes to Sara's videos to see how much skin she actually shows, but she does get quite a bit of recognition for her talent.
Johanna A. Florez I understand that, but attention she gets compared to Nicki Minaj or Drake is nothing. She should be selling out stadiums and what not.
Johanna A. Florez miley WHO?.......LOL!!
Bit like Elton John!
No one needs to be a billionaire.
This is so good, when they cut to the audience faces, people are almost upset with Sara: “Um ... I just asked for a concert, I did not ask for you to rip my soul from my body.” 😂❤️
The crowd looks like a still photograph at first
That's one of the best comments I've ever seen. Incredible song and performance
You had me in the first part😂
I don't think they had any idea what they were going to witness.
Amen brother
Not often you see an audience not try to sing with the singer. They all want to hear her. No cell phones. No lights. Just attention.
I've never seen an audience more mesmerized by a performance.
I think they knew they were part of something special.
One of my favourite moments of audience mesmerisation is on the Monterray Pop Festival film. Mama Cass in the crowd agog with awe at Janis Joplin ripping through Ball and Chain.
@@IAmTheHound I remember that.
There was that one time at Temple Bar where the audience was so mesmerized that they forgot to clap when the song "City" ended. And it was the encore even.
Of course that was Sara also so guess she wins either way. :- )
You should watch the whole concert there are so many moments of pure silence and emotions its beautiful
This is a master class in how to deliver a performance. Her arrangement of the song, the way she enunciates so you can understand the lyrics, and the dynamics of her soft and louds... it’s pitch perfect. I can’t stop watching this video. Any aspiring musical artist should study this.
Yup, definitely a masterclass on use of dynamics--not enough people notice or appreciate it.
Elliott Gold You must be fun at parties
@Elliott Gold lol
@Elliott Gold no you're wrong, her technique is incredible in this song. Don't forget her amazing piano arrangement too. She commanded everything. Oh and she played the piano too. Amazing.
My wife who knows I loathe covers can't understand why I love this. I just showed her your comment. Thanks 👍
Proof positive that covers can be art.
I believe Whitney still did the most amazing job covering the Nat'l anthem tho 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
I'm not sure she didn't do it better than Elton. At the very least she definitely made it her own
That audience is mesmerized. Incredible.
I thought the same thing.
Found this video again. Every once in a while, if we're lucky enough, we get to see an artist cover a classic without ruining it and compromising it's original integrity. And then, even more rarely, we get to see this - an artist who not only fully respects the original composition, but takes it to a completely new place and an even higher level. This version walks that fine line between originality of it's own, while paying homage to Elton John, and at the same time magically creates something so brilliant and powerful. Sara has pulled this off in a stellar way, much like Johnny Cash did with the Nine Inch Nails song "Hurt". Simply spellbinding and moving.....
Phil Naccarato Couldn't have said it better. It takes balls to cover songs like this. Not too often you find one who can do it right.
Cam newton
Phil Naccarato couldn’t have said it better.
Wow! Well said. You have a way with words.
Well put Sir
this song woke me up from a 2 year physically and mentally abusive relationship over a month course and gave me the strength to leave. her "she used to be mine" and "gravity" helped me heal. these are my all time favorite songs. every time i listen to these songs, i am still taken back even after listening to them over a thousand times.
Take care of yourself, don't give up, ever.
Hey Nova, so, so glad you broke free. Also, thank you for listing those other song titles, as I'd never heard of them. For me, it's 'Alive' by Sia that lifts me high above the torment and validates my survival of the past. Wishing you every good thing. Chris
Exquisite
Be strong!!
I'm free....! 😂
She is one of the best singers I’ve ever heard period, her pitch is unreal
The case when the song found its artist . It's just divine.
100%
As an old fart who actually saw Elton do this in his prime live, I can say, unequivocally this version ROCKS. Every once in a while somebody does a cover that is worthy of the original version. This is definitely one of them. Good show!
Totally agree! I'm transcribing this piece as we speak ;-)
Rocks?! This is the the saddest cover of any pop song or rock song
@@TheFaithArtist Same here. Even though there's no point in transcribing it anymore. I figure, 'Oh well, if I'm ever stuck on a desert island with nothing but a cello I'll at least have the chart in my mind's eye.'
Rosetta off topic but i love your pfp
As a young upstart who had no idea who Elton even was until she saw the rocketman film, I'd like to thank you for openminded to other artists! Sorry if this is kinda... impudent, coming from me, but most of the older people around me are teritorial traditionalists in pretty much every aspect surrounding them (& love imposing or uneccessarily defending the "sanctity" of their tastes on others) so i just really appreciate this approach. Thanks for listening to me!
Only an Angels voice could hold the word "toad" and make it beautiful.
9 years later, still giving me chills. Thank you Sara
I came back to hear it too, after watching Elton's farewell concert.
It is one of the most astounding covers I've ever heard. Sara is an absolute treasure.
Same ❤😂
I’m sitting here listening to it on repeat…chills always.
12 years later still gives me goosebumps!!!!
Everyday since I heard her do this song I come back and listen to it. I'm not sure why the crowd wasn't more excited. OMG this is just beyond excellent
No matter how many times I listen to this cover I can't get through it without tears.
Same here.
She doesn't just sing the song. . .she brings you into it and makes you feel it. Just a brilliant rendition.
That’s what happens when you cut onions with the radio on.
Same here
Me too, Anita. Every damn time it leaves me undone, from those haunting opening notes on the piano that immediately cut right to the emotional core of the listener
Sara is a gift we don’t deserve. Such talent.
I never comment on anything. Fell in love with music as a kid and been involved in the music world for more than 35 years as a craftsman and I've seen all kinds of musicians and players over the years. This one brings me to tears every single time. Thank you, Sara, for pursuing your passion and sharing it with the rest of the world.
That note she hits at 3:15 just about made my soul leave my body. What an amazing cover.
whatever chords she is playing just leveled me up!
I wept!
Same here, so true
For sure.
@@timsullivan67 I cry every time I listen. This song has always been so relatable to me, and I never thought Elton's version could be topped. But she did it. My heart aches when I listen to her sing it.
This is what I feel and think an angel would sound like.
Amazing....took a classic Elton John song and made it your own. The audience was mesmerized. Pitch perfect.
The audience had no idea what she was singing. Shame.
@@jkuberski saw some people lip syncing tho :D
You can hear a pin drop.....
Something always brings me back to this. It never takes too long.
Clever !
As a very picky EJ fan and even pickier when it comes to covers - girlene NAILED it! She's just good, period - good enough to slay this song. So good
Fuck yeah.
HOLY SHIT, I'M LAAAATE.
I just listened to this for the first time.
Sara Bareilles probably has one of the greatest voices around right now.
And maybe a bit more laid-back...?
But yeah, same heeeeeeere!
It's never too late to discover a musician like Sara :)
+Denise Dominguez exactly!
Denise Dominguez Casey B
Valid point!!
Omg stunning could listen to her all day xx
my younger son just introduced me to this hauntingly hypnotic version. Sara flexes an amazing range as well as perfect timing of transitioning from tender to forceful and back to tender. unlike so many of the performers from AGT and The Voice, Sara sings in her own cocoon, lost in the world of Elton and Carole, and away from the vanity of today's cheap knockoffs. this version is amazing.
YEAH! it's amazing version..Angelina"cute, young & beautiful"Jordan just smash this amazing version. Many music lover said that.
@@ruebendejesus7039 Angelina's face is so beautiful, and angelic she is tall, and elegant, she is so versatile, she can sing jazz, oldie, classics, country, She changed Sara's version, jazzed it up made it better. did not copy it.
@@leebrn8588 , i agree 100% to comment. Angelina is the beauty and the best.
@@leebrn8588 the piano player copied Sara and Angelina's version lacks the depth of Sara's version. Not only that, her pronunciation is atrocious. She does have a lovely voice though I agree, I hope she will work with the same technique that Sara works with.
Elton John has referenced Sara's version, saying, it is the best rendition he's ever heard.
I don't need air conditioning. I just listen to this and get chills.
From someone whose favorite all time band is Zeppelin, this woman is amazing. I first heard of Sara Bareilles when I was taking yoga classes and the teacher kept playing "Satellite Call" during the cool down session. As good as Elton's original version is, this version tops it by miles.
There were about a thousand amazing decisions during that performance. Really brilliant.
***** Yes, exactly--you get it! Sara always makes really strong, intelligent choices (decisions) in her covers and that's what makes them so inspired!
Wow! So haunting and so beautiful. No wonder Sir Elton John himself was blown away by this!
heidimsw she does alright hey
The way that the piano slows this song down is genius, talk about laid back energy, this is just stunning.
Sara, when I am on empty and want to give up, your songs fill my heart with love and feelings that help me understand I am not the only one who feels the way I do. Empty, misunderstood, scared sometimes but not willing to quit the fight. You have a beautiful spirit. Thank you. For everything.
How has it taken me 7 years to find this? Dunno, but by god it was worth the wait.
Me too.
11 years here
I am old enough to know this song when Sir Elton initially released it. However, this version, at this time of my life, leaving my own personal Yellow Brick Road, hit me like few pieces of music ever have. The performance is powerful, personal and perfect. Sara, you have moved me as few musicians ever have. Thank you,
You cannot have said it better.
엘튼 존의 원곡 보다 더 좋다.
I believe Elton John was put on this earth to write this song, and that Sara Bareilles was put on this earth to create the cover. Stunning Masterpiece. I'm obsessed with it.
Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics, while Elton did the music.
I was just watching the movie about Elton John's life, called "Rocket Man" and came to RUclips to find the lyrics from the song "Sorry seems to be the Hardest Word" (I couldn't understand them on Netflix). I've loved Sara for many, many years! Quite a while ago, I accidently read a tweet where two of her friends or fans (not sure which) were talking about her and they talked about how much she swears (especially the 'F' word!); They were totally okay with it and thought it was funny - which it can be, because I use it often when I speak with my sister...lol. Although, that just in private, and apparently Sara says it in public, like on stage sometimes. My daughter is in her early 40's, runs her own company, and says the 'F' word in front of clients and when writing - I just find it so unprofessional! But I'm just an old lady now, so I guess I'm aging out of being 'cool' although I do still know what 'really cool' is - it's Sara Bareilles!!!
@@MzMaddy33 I agree, it's a sad sad situation, it's quite obserd..
No... Bernie Taupin and Elton to come up with the original, then Sara to make it good, then Foxes and Fossils with Chase Truran to tweak the arrangement to make it great! ruclips.net/video/avIx5Cj8-8U/видео.html
How blessed… seriously how can a voice be that strong and pure? Amazing
Never tire of coming back to this version of a great song, time and time again. Simply sublime.
This woman is simply a gift to music. I'm glad to be alive during her timeline.
What !!!!! She is destroying a good song
No way this is amazing i love it!
I got the chills. She sings it so beautifully.
it's 2022, and I still go back to listen to sara and this elton john cover every time. sara is the best!
Yes she's beautiful.
2023 for me
I so appreciate an artist like Sara who can take one of the most beautiful songs Elton John wrote and make it her own while staying faithful to the original!
Insanely talented singer and writer.
I'll admit, when I first heard "love song" on the radio years ago I thought Sara was just another mainstream female pop/indie singer. What I later found was that I had completely misjudged the depth of that song in particular, and then came to search for more of her music and realized what natural skill and creativity she fosters.
I've heard "Yellow Brick Road" by Elton growing up my whole life - but it wasn't until I came across this rendition a few months ago that I was able to finally feel and understand the meaning and value of this song. Not only does she hit every note with precision, she simultaneously creates a very fluid and free sound that would seem to contrast but does not.
:)
Realize Real Lies a
Same for me- the first song of hers I heard was Love Song. I didn't listen to the lyrics- just thought it was another catchy pop song. Then I found her other music. :)
Having been blown away by the Angelina Jordan version, I now understand that some of her best riffs are apparently from Sara. Wherever you are, Sara, I want you to have due credit and hope that your magnanimity is equal to your musical talent.
Angelina voice using sara arrangement really kills it.
I agree!!!!!!!
@@madgoku99 Not only that, there is a warmth in Angelina's voice that is pretty remarkable for one so young. Sara's cover of Elton John's song is amazing. Ya wonder if someone could top that but along comes Angelina and upsets the apple cart. I love the arrangement, by the way.
I loved both
Angelina can’t even hold Sara’s hat.
That's the first time I have actually understood the lyrics of this song. Simply beautiful!
You and me both. She made it so clear. I play the song numerous times. Very powerful and honesty telling to move forward. 🙏
What a rare and phenomenal talent. She puts talentless so-called artists like Swift and Beyonde' to shame!
When are you gonna come down?
When are you going to land?
I should have stayed on the farm
I should have listened to my old man
You know you can't hold me forever
I didn't sign up with you
I'm not a present for your friends to open
This boy's too young to be singing, the blues
So goodbye yellow brick road
Where the dogs of society howl
You can't plant me in your penthouse
I'm going back to my plough
Back to the howling old owl in the woods
Hunting the horny back toad
Oh I've finally decided my future lies
Beyond the yellow brick road
What do you think you'll do then?
I bet that'll shoot down your plane
It'll take you a couple of vodka and tonics
To set you on your feet again
Maybe you'll get a replacement
There's plenty like me to be found
Mongrels who ain't got a penny
Sniffing for tidbits like you on the ground
So goodbye yellow brick road
Where the dogs of society howl
You can't plant me in your penthouse
I'm going back to my plough
Back to the howling old owl in the woods
Hunting the horny back toad
Oh I've finally decided my future lies
Beyond the yellow brick road
This song was made by Elton John
@@debhlavach9969 And Bernie Taupin.
When are you gonna come down
When are you going to land
I should have stayed on the farm
I should have listened to my old man
You know you can't hold me forever
I didn't sign up with you
I'm not a present for your friends to open
This boy's too young to be singing the blues
chorus:
So goodbye yellow brick road
Where the dogs of society howl
You can't plant me in your penthouse
I'm going back to my plough
Back to the howling old owl in the woods
Hunting the horny back toad
Oh I've finally decided my future lies
Beyond the yellow brick road
What do you think you'll do then
I bet that'll shoot down your plane
It'll take you a couple of vodka and tonics
To set you on your feet again
Maybe you'll get a replacement
There's plenty like me to be found
Mongrels who ain't got a penny
Sniffing for tidbits like you on the ground
Definitely written by Bernie, I wish more of his personal story was in Rocketman.
Like anyone is going to be able to sing along! 😅😂. Seriously, thanks for the lyrics though.
This is one of those songs where you're surprised to see what the actual lyrics are. You've been singing it wrong for 30 years. There are a few unconventional lyrics that sounded much different in your head.
I’ve listened to this so many times over the past few years and the thing that always stands out for me is wondering what was going through the minds of the audience members. Did they realise that they were witnessing something truly incredible? It’s one of the most original and amazing cover versions of a song that I’ve ever heard! So much envy for the people who saw this live.
Of course they did. You can see by the collective look in their eyes and the standing-O.... I believe they knew.
Oh, they knew. The collective silence during the performance speaks volumes. As does the standing ovation.
Would have loved to have been there...
She's done songs from Carole King, Jesus Christ Superstar, among numerous other songs
I was in this audience when this was recorded (camera pans over me singing along a few times haha). The entire show was such a love letter to her fans. I was a big fan before, I became a superman after. I cried several times during the performance, awestruck by how good she was (and is). Writing Waitress and her starring turn in Into the Woods only proved it even more to me. So excited for anything she does next.
That last sustained note she sang... man, shivers all over.
The energy in the room. You could almost feel the electricity in the air, how every single person was taking part in that powerful moment- or rather, grabbed into it, heart, body and soul. To have been there.
So true
Back for my next 6 monthly obsession with this performance
Same.
Same.
I've been glued to this for 3 months---I feel like my 6 monthly obsession begins again every day. I'm haunted.
Same!
What makes this is its poise, always in the moment , the years of skills and experience carry the song technically, freeing the artist to soar and bond the audience to the performance. This is high art- it’s beautiful.
Your description is right on the money
Agreed, even after hitting a wrong note, she pressed on!
She is an astonishing talent. This rendition is always a fresh revelation, no matter how many times I've heard it. Outstanding.
You know it's perfection when you can hear a pin drop. Absolute perfection.
I know. The audience was .
Emotion overflows
This is the best cover of a song ever. Right????
That soft high note at 4:03 immediately made me cry
It's a beautiful touch and makes my chest tighten too, a gossamer thin vocal filled with plaintive yearning made all the more poignant because it comes immediately after the huge belting notes that filled the hall
@@skylinerunner1695 for sure. Just beautiful.
@@lynnrayas2724 Yes indeed
Why did I just discover this in 2023?? Amazing. Just amazing!
I know, right? 'cept I'm even worse, six months later than you. thank God when I run across something this spectacular too 🎉
❤Sara!
E eu um após 😮
Estou sem palavras.
2021 and this song still give me chills and makes me wanna cry. Best cover EVER.
So true
Very nicely done.
Aracaju SE -Brasil 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
And, it’s recorded at the BEST venue in Atlanta IMHO!
Ditto, every time I hear watch her play this I am sobbing like a grieving widow!
This song does not EVER need to be covered again. Sheer perfection.
The only bad thing about this song is : it ends
Jhanvi YJ I couldn't agree more.
Such a big fan of hers! Just beautiful. Love you Sara!!
Replay replay replay ..........
RUclips right click mouse and press LOOP.... you will be in Heaven.
AMEN SISTER!
She added notes to the chords to give the song a more zazz feeling on purpose. She is brilliant!
i've never heard "toad" sound that good in a song...
I grew up on Elton John and this makes me love Sara even more. She turned it into something new and different - i was on the edge of my seat the entire time.....notice every single person in the audience is QUIET - that's when you know you've got them hook, line and sinker.....props to Sara - she really is an amazing musician
A big Elton fan too and she did him justice.
Elton is good, this is something unique and equal.
The woman singing along in the audience in the beginning was so cute
She looked so sad :(
+Rebekah Salander. Who looked so sad? It's a very moving performance that had everyone spellbound. I won't even say how you "look".
+Craig Gomez No, like she looked solemn. Chill bud.
+sarah leverage YOU look so cute!
This is a song that so many can sing along to.
Two of the most recognizable and gifted voices on the planet finally unite to give us all one the most spectacularly magical moments in the history of TV. Sublime!
Elton John himself said this was his favourite cover version of one of his songs.
Yes, but he likely hasn't heard the version by Fossils and Foxes
I'm in the hospital right now. I'll give it a proper listen when I get home.
@@jdmohr6178 Foxes and Fossils' a very good version also. But theirs is in the style of Sara Bareilles' version. 🙂
@@liezelsundiam3516 you guys should listen the sara and yola duet version, here ruclips.net/video/vTb43y3s6XA/видео.html
Today, on 20 other things that never happened...
I love how the audience are just mesmerized by her performance. Great singer and personality.
God this breaks me down into tears every time. I absolutely love this cover.
Goosebumps squared every time I hear this. The audience reaction says it all. Similar to the crowd response to Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You". Stunned silence. I'd love to hear from someone who witnessed this live that evening.
The VERY BEST VERSION EVER.
Good but not the best version
I think it is great, but I think Abi from 2024 American Idol just, somehow, topped it!
@@Northandsouthsewing. Abi disparage her “version”. The talent lies in the arrangement not just the voice.
It doesn’t matter what the ballad is. If Sarah Bareilles is singing it I am close to tears from the first verse. It’s such an incredible gift she has. This and Once Upon Another Time and Gravity are just monumentally powerful and moving.
There are no words that could express how amazingly beautiful and completely soulful that was. Brought chills and tears
Man....look at this performance. Audience sitting in there seats. Completely mesmerized by the insane amount of talent and work this woman has, and has completed, during her career.
Probably THE perfect live performance. I have heard a lot over the last four decades, but this is truly outstanding. I cannot listen to this without crying from 3:14 on.
your joking right, i’m crying from the pain of my ears bleeding lol
Absolutely agree, and test, from 3:14mins on it goes into another world...
hahaha @@livmacko2592
absolutely exquisite
Omg. The Power. The Soul. The Heart. The passion. Everything Sir Elton wanted... needed. Somehow better than the original, and the original was phenomenal.
One of the most heart-shredding performances I've ever heard in my life (of ANY song). Amazing.
Elton was impressed. This song saved my life in 70’s
crazy talented ... beyond words. her range is something else... her vocal styling ... emotion ... so good
untouchable, this is highest class
Arguably the best cover I’ve ever heard in my life. So much love for THIS audio. This recording, here on this day. Beautiful.
This is a very unique, brave, creative and deep cover version, beautifully sung. Thank you for it!
Nobody EVER needs to cover this song again! Sublime, perfection. Her voice knocks my socks off, WOW!
I was so captivated by her voice, I put my shoes on, and started to walk outside with no pants on.
Why is this the first ive heard of Sara she should be everywhere.
This, on every level, simply stuns. Amber surely made Donna proud. The musicians were amazing.
My favorite! It’s like its taking me to another dimension where just quiet and peace and just pure light and full heart.
LYRICS
"Goodbye Yellow Brick Road"
When are you gonna come down?
When are you going to land?
I should have stayed on the farm
I should have listened to my old man
You know you can't hold me forever
I didn't sign up with you
I'm not a present for your friends to open
This boy's too young to be singing the blues
So goodbye yellow brick road where the dogs of society howl
You can't plant me in your penthouse
I'm going back to my plough
Back to the howling old owl in the woods
Hunting the horny back toad
Oh, I've finally decided my future lies
Beyond the yellow brick road
What do you think you'll do then?
I bet that'll shoot down your plane
It'll take you a couple of vodka and tonics to set you on your feet again
Maybe you'll get a replacement
There's plenty like me to be found
Mongrels who ain't got a penny
Sniffing for tidbits like you on the ground
So goodbye yellow brick road where the dogs of society howl
You can't plant me in your penthouse
I'm going back to my plough
Back to the howling old owl in the woods
Hunting the horny back toad
Oh, I've finally decided my future lies
Beyond the yellow brick road
So goodbye yellow brick road where the dogs of society howl
You can't plant me in your penthouse
I'm going back to my plough
Back to the howling old owl in the woods
Hunting the horny back toad
Oh, I've finally decided my future lies
I've finally decided my future lies
I've finally decided my future lies
Beyond the yellow brick road
Thank you for the lyrics.
Ty
Who needs lyrics? You've already know this song
@@jeromem.evardome10_kr15 not everyone English native speaker....
Thanks
Is this the best cover version of any song ever? Oh my God - just incredible!
That closing note... 100%. ABSOLUTE. PERFECTION!!!