in my opinion,music is a universal language,wars should never happen,if those responsible for those wars listened more to music then we might all live in a better place..
The man's innocent childlike humility is so endearing. Keeps screaming STING like he's the biggest fan. So self effacing. And Sting too you can see his joy in performing on the same stage as this legend.
Man! Stevie Wonder is one artiste whose voice has stayed the same and has even gotten better with age. What range! What power! No signs of aging at all. Hats Off!
Metric modulation! They use the quarter triplet hits in the solo section to bring the time back to a shuffle feel. Tempo didn't really change... just the feel.
Sting did a GREAT job. It is a challenge for ANY bassist to keep up with this song; Higher Ground is not for the faint at heart. Bless Sting for the job he did, he was awesome. Glad to see him sing/play Roxanne, too! Nicely done!
@@pman272 Ding, ding, ding. Not taking away from Sting (great player in his own right), but all the signature slides and funk weren't from Sting's axe.
Damn, coming back to this version after a decade, and I'm still blasted away how neat Stevies and Stigns voices harmonize. And the band is so damn tight. Loving it
That transition at 4:54 was ridiculous. that transition from roxanne back to higher ground tho.....speechless Stevie wonder singing the chorus of Roxanne almost got me in tears
Sting fucking killed it here! Ive never been a fan of his voice but he slayed it on this night. His voice sounds fucking metallic and raw here. Dope asf.
I know you posted this two years ago, but it's an interesting thought. Sting is probably underrated at bass playing. He does his....Sting thing. I'm no authority, but I feel like I've heard reggae, ska, jazz, and even straight ahead rock. If it is something where Sting is running things, he can strap on that bass, do his "Sting thing" and make the song work to his strengths. I've never really felt sorry for Sting until this Stevie groove kicked in and for the first time, no room (at first) for sting thing. All I could think as I heard Stevie's bass player was "poor sting, his bass playing is not built for this life. He knew and it looked he knew the core of the song, but some six string bass playing monster is just casually killing it off stage
The way he can phrase vocally while playing an entirely different part on the bass is awesome. I sound like a retard if I even try to talk while playing, much less sing. What talent on this track.
Watching Stevie Wonder perform brings me to tears because I've never seen anyone else perform with such heart, passion, and joy. For him, it is ALL about the music and sharing that amazing feeling with the whole world.
On my way to work, listening on my earphones, and I almost had to stop, such was the kick. It was just as if Roxanne a Wonder and not a Sting song. Tears? You bet it. We are so lucky to enjoy them both, as today. May they live forever. Music is the fucking best!
For sure you're right, but both are great in different periods, with different styles. Both are great musicians and songwriters. SW rule soul music in the 60/70/80, Sting is a big rock songwriter since 70's end. Both are popular and universal artists.
Debbie emerson Emerson No, The Police changed key on a bunch of songs on their reunion tour so Sting wouldn't have to sing so high. Even on the early tours, he would get terrible laryngitis because he couldn't hit those notes without hurting himself night after night.
I can’t explain how much I love hearing these guys play together!! They’re all so gel’d together, everything’s tight and I love how Stanley Randolph (Drummer) holds everything together!! His playing is so tasteful! I don’t know how he does it but his placement and timing is impeccable!!! Not forgetting to mention that Stevie Wonder and Sting on a stage together. Magic!
I'd say Sting definitely remembers his jazz roots. Exemplary generosity, musicianship, and recognition by both Sting and Stevie. Two legends growing each others' stature.
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My God ...................without words................................Sting Bass...............Sting voice.................and Stevie..........................
Tremendous backup band. I've been lucky enough to have seen both of these geniuses live in my lifetime and as impressive as Sting's backup is, having 22 of the most talented people playing on one stage as Stevie has is just breathless.
WOW! That middle section with the triplet lick to get back to higher ground was very cool and then the ending? Only the best can pull these kind of tricks on ya! Sort of unreal man! Love you Stevie and Sting!! Great arrangement and super musicianship!
Micheal Jackson, prince,Whitney all gone. If Steve was not with us, we would feel empty.with all respect to other artists. Sting is so great and lovely artist. When steve leaves this earth, the world will be silent for a while
Tak to je opravdu hudební lahůdka........hudba a spec.rytmika.......klobouk dolůůůůůů...a oba zpěváci k tomu......prostě a dobře......děkuji svému Bohu za tyto borce......Ježíši....Pane..... žehnej .....ámen.....K:L:H:
Whatever! I still say SW and Sting are true musicians. It won’t be to long. Yet it’s been long. Love blk/white collab. Stevie and Sting. Color matters in America. They get it.
One of the greatest performance of the entire history of the world. It is a piece of music, a time period in which you will feel lucky to have lived in the world and listened to it.
I would’ve LOVED to have seen this performance live. What an extraordinary collaboration between both iconic’s. Excellent sound and energy! I also want to give 💯 hands down to all the session musicians who were absolute flawless with sound, timing and dedication. Thank you thank you!
Fili2009able Nathan Watts! Stevie's one and only bass player from the get...nobody can hold it down but Nathan! solid and they are locked and nobody has the combination but them, and they can't unlock it if they tried! Go back to any year, any performance of any song, even the same song, always effortless and the songs breathe and grow as time goes on.....I love you Stevie, with all my heart and soul.....and Nate, you keep on keepin' on brother. God Bless you both with many, many, many more years of playing together.
@Kasper Kleine Tank Yeah, but Stevie doesn't want to do the basic rehearsal stuff. He wants to come in and be ready to perform. That's the job of a music director - get the band ready.
@Kasper Kleine Tank This hasn't anything to do with "having the greater say". The musical director is responsible for who plays what. I guess Stevie is the boss of the entire endeavor. But that just means that he delegates this task to the musical director.
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That's a great combination singing and playing with another legend! The. sweet sounds of stevie wonder always unreal with his talent! The two legends make good music together!
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music like this will save this fucking world
so wish that nadia
in my opinion,music is a universal language,wars should never happen,if those responsible for those wars listened more to music then we might all live in a better place..
Your comment is Sounds nice!
I agree too.
I was able to regain myself by listening to this.
Thanks.
That was ridiculously complex. Amazing talent from Stevie, Sting and every band member. So special.
Sting isn't playing until Roxanne
You can't be a mid level player and think you're going to play with Stevie. He ONLY gets the Top Tier.
The man's innocent childlike humility is so endearing. Keeps screaming STING like he's the biggest fan. So self effacing. And Sting too you can see his joy in performing on the same stage as this legend.
Man! Stevie Wonder is one artiste whose voice has stayed the same and has even gotten better with age. What range! What power! No signs of aging at all. Hats Off!
Make your mind up!
stayed the same and gotten better :/
Hes a big and stong man. But Sting is monument
*Great cover ! Enjoy too ! **ruclips.net/video/37bOG69iBbE/видео.html*
That's what happens when you stay away from drugs and alcohol
that transition from roxanne back to higher ground tho.....speechless
Hello straight like that 😄
Pure technique
Agreed. Just a shame Stevie isn't really blind.
Ben-judah Landvreugd LOL WHAT
@@ben-judahlandvreugd6225 Of course he isn't. lol
Stevie's drummer holds it together. Bloody awesome how he can change tempo on a dime.
I saw two drummers.
^ Stevie’s Percussion Section!
doing count in for percussion..well trying to as I'm learning drums atm..great drumming
Metric modulation! They use the quarter triplet hits in the solo section to bring the time back to a shuffle feel. Tempo didn't really change... just the feel.
A real bad ass drummer.
Sting did a GREAT job. It is a challenge for ANY bassist to keep up with this song; Higher Ground is not for the faint at heart. Bless Sting for the job he did, he was awesome. Glad to see him sing/play Roxanne, too! Nicely done!
He killed it
That's why the bass player behind him played it ;-)
@@pman272 Ding, ding, ding. Not taking away from Sting (great player in his own right), but all the signature slides and funk weren't from Sting's axe.
@@yoberdob really??
@@yucheunglam4019 Yes, Yu yes, really!!🤪
This is a masterpiece! 👏 Combination of two champions 👍❤️
Stevie is my heart! ❤️!!!
Sting is is my heart ❤️!!!
No more racism in America!
Way to show people love by musically collaborating as one love!
Damn, coming back to this version after a decade, and I'm still blasted away how neat Stevies and Stigns voices harmonize. And the band is so damn tight. Loving it
well, i will see you again here a decade from now
Sting has always had such a distinct and unique voice. And of course the one and only Stevie.
That transition at 4:54 was ridiculous.
that transition from roxanne back to higher ground tho.....speechless
Stevie wonder singing the chorus of Roxanne almost got me in tears
The entire percussion section is just rocking
I was wondering why no one has talked about it ❤
So wonderful colors and rythms coming from there. And Stenely Randolph gives it unbelievable power.
Sting fucking killed it here! Ive never been a fan of his voice but he slayed it on this night. His voice sounds fucking metallic and raw here. Dope asf.
I first saw SW live in ‘81. 41 years ago. He’s still my go to guy. 1000 years from now, he will still be played. Like Mozart.
1,000 years from now nobody will have ever heard of these two…. even IF there are humans still alive.
Not nearly as much as Sting or Prince. Sting has done more complex interesting music than Stevie Wonder, so has Prince
That was soooooo freakin' BAD-ASS!!! Sting and Stevie Wonder... two legends right there!
As a bassplayer to watch Sting playing (on his songs) off-beat, in the opposite moment I would touch the string, drives me crazy every time. So great!
I know you posted this two years ago, but it's an interesting thought. Sting is probably underrated at bass playing.
He does his....Sting thing. I'm no authority, but I feel like I've heard reggae, ska, jazz, and even straight ahead rock. If it is something where Sting is running things, he can strap on that bass, do his "Sting thing" and make the song work to his strengths.
I've never really felt sorry for Sting until this Stevie groove kicked in and for the first time, no room (at first) for sting thing.
All I could think as I heard Stevie's bass player was "poor sting, his bass playing is not built for this life.
He knew and it looked he knew the core of the song, but some six string bass playing monster is just casually killing it off stage
Sting is a perfectionist. Even though he looks like he's having a great time, I'm sure he was cursing himself afterwards.
The way he can phrase vocally while playing an entirely different part on the bass is awesome. I sound like a retard if I even try to talk while playing, much less sing. What talent on this track.
Watching Stevie Wonder perform brings me to tears because I've never seen anyone else perform with such heart, passion, and joy. For him, it is ALL about the music and sharing that amazing feeling with the whole world.
He's never seen anyone like that either though...
Luca Nogara its been almost proven that he fakes being blind though lol
He said it in Sir Duke
The total musicianship on this whole duet is otherworldly!
Of course everybody loves to listen to Stevie, but here it's obvious that Stevie loves to listen to Sting's music
Stevie wonder singing the chorus of Roxanne almost got me in tears
I guess you could say you were...driven to tears
@@soiboi5032 I see what you did there...
On my way to work, listening on my earphones, and I almost had to stop, such was the kick. It was just as if Roxanne a Wonder and not a Sting song. Tears? You bet it. We are so lucky to enjoy them both, as today. May they live forever. Music is the fucking best!
Those 900 people who voted this musical collaboration down👎🏽..... simply had their phones upside down.
27 years after Stevie makes it history, Sting comes along to remind everyone the absolute class that Mr. Wonder had. Luv this!
what a marvelous performance and band, so many drums and guitars and singers...no one does it like Stevie...thank you Sting
Omg. The fact that I was today years old when I discovered these two collaborated, I’m speechless and blessed at the same time
Is there even a song that Stevie can’t sing? A true legend and quite frankly my favourite singer. 🙂
Probably the Best Duo performance I've ever seen!!! Stevie & Sting! Props to the Drummer Stanley Randolph! Awesome drumming!
I wish that Sting and Stevie Wonder would do a Sting/Police & Stevie Wonder collaboration concert before it's too late!
I didn't know until right now how much I NEEDED to hear Stevie Wonder singing "Roxanne"!!
2 of the finest singers of our generation
Stings voice on Roxanne, and then Stevie on the chorus. What a frickin pairing! Loved ❤️✌🏾
I met sting 20 years ago at Carnegie Hall. could not have been nicer and well you know how he sings - superb
He is a Libran, you can expect him to be nice. Jimmy Carter, Julio
Iglesias...
Sting never in his wildest dreams could have envisaged Stevie Wonder singing harmony on one his songs.
For sure you're right, but both are great in different periods, with different styles. Both are great musicians and songwriters. SW rule soul music in the 60/70/80, Sting is a big rock songwriter since 70's end.
Both are popular and universal artists.
Sting & Stevie Wonder dois talentos que encantam o publico. Amooooo!
Many younger people might not know that Stevie was born blind which makes his prodigious accomplishments even more amazing!
Stevie was not born blind. Incubation blinded him after birth.
You can never go wrong with Stevie Wonder.
you can't go wrong with Sting either! Love ,love Stevie. DARN , STING, HOW MANY INSTRUMENTS DO YOU PLAY?!
Yes never!
loved everywhere by everyone.A GOD of music.
right!! you can always count on stevie to bring it.
@Kasper Kleine Tank sting plays more instruments than Stevie wonder just an Fyi
Holy shit Stevie's singing on Roxanne's chrous was spectacular.
+darkstatehk Sting was smiling - Stevie Wonder is singing my bit
What did you expect ! Turning base lead into pure gold, that's stevie magic!
Yeah, Gordon can't hit those notes any more!
Robin Holden I bet he can.
Debbie emerson Emerson No, The Police changed key on a bunch of songs on their reunion tour so Sting wouldn't have to sing so high. Even on the early tours, he would get terrible laryngitis because he couldn't hit those notes without hurting himself night after night.
The greatest moment in Music history!
I came here to praise Stevie, but wow, Sting was amazing
He's a phenomenal singer/songwriter. No way Mr. Wonder would have had him if he wasn't. I love them both.
i feel the same way, L. both magnificent!
His bass lines on Higher Ground helped give the song extra punch.
Damn that was a bad ass version of Roxanne. Stevie is the man!!!!
I can’t explain how much I love hearing these guys play together!! They’re all so gel’d together, everything’s tight and I love how Stanley Randolph (Drummer) holds everything together!! His playing is so tasteful! I don’t know how he does it but his placement and timing is impeccable!!! Not forgetting to mention that Stevie Wonder and Sting on a stage together. Magic!
I'd say Sting definitely remembers his jazz roots. Exemplary generosity, musicianship, and recognition by both Sting and Stevie. Two legends growing each others' stature.
There is so much joy when these artists play and sing.
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Stevie's "Put on the red light" is amazingg
Love the bridge from Roxanne to Higher ground! Stanley Randolph you are class!!!!
that segue was just so damn smooth
You got that right buddy, wow!
Lucy Holland awesome...so tight.
Love his hi-hat work.
My God ...................without words................................Sting Bass...............Sting voice.................and Stevie..........................
I can barely get past the intro of this song without replaying it like 10 times. It’s just too sick
how do they feed their souls to compose songs like these? just amazing.
Its so cute when Stevie says sorry for forgetting to come in with the 'Put on the red light' backing vocal. 02:50
Two great Alpha--Male Libran musicians!! Love them both!! 💘 ♎
I can’t get enough of this song, no matter what version, is just a masterpiece
Tremendous backup band. I've been lucky enough to have seen both of these geniuses live in my lifetime and as impressive as Sting's backup is, having 22 of the most talented people playing on one stage as Stevie has is just breathless.
Stevie always has a kick-ass band behind him.
This is what you call a captivated audience! 🥃❤️❤️🎼💯
Music ICONS! Everyone take a moment and give love even those we disagree. We all love music 💖
OMG!!!! This is unbelievable. When they come back to Higher Ground after visiting Roxanne’s crib it is fire!!!!!!
Two legends in music! Never see men like them again in our lifetime!
Monstruos de la música ..!!!
Saludos de Santiago de Chile.
The collaboration of two incredible songs and artists is priceless. I love them both they are incredible.❤❤
it's like 2 gods are meeting , this is greatness man' !
I can't say it in a better way...
Two bass lines, joined by Sting running scales, fills and solos. I've heard and seen two drum kits, but three basses? Awesome.
WOW! That middle section with the triplet lick to get back to higher ground was very cool and then the ending? Only the best can pull these kind of tricks on ya! Sort of unreal man! Love you Stevie and Sting!! Great arrangement and super musicianship!
I have no words to explain how wonderful this song is!!! Thanks sting and stvie
What I wouldn-'t do to see these two perform together!! 💘 🎶 They need to do an album together!! Great Libran music creativity at work!! Wow!!
This is just another gem. All the talent on that stage.
UK here, a huge thumbs up from England, although I am Australian by birth. to you BOTH a huge thank you for being part of my life.
Angel on earth...stevie wonder a true musical wonder..no one can sing play n improvise like him...may God bless stevie wonder sir..i love u ..
If I could sing like either one of these guys I wouldn't talk. I'd just sing Everything!
This is the true Dynamic Duo!!! Awesome!!💕
Micheal Jackson, prince,Whitney all gone. If Steve was not with us, we would feel empty.with all respect to other artists. Sting is so great and lovely artist. When steve leaves this earth, the world will be silent for a while
Só feras da música
😭😭correct
I wish they did an album together cos they compliment each other so well.
Taurus n Libra w/a lot of Virgo. Stevie is Taurus. Ijs
@@anndavis2920 stfu w dat astrology bullshitt
what a great collaboration! sting and stevie! 👍
ye they awesome together AD.totally gifted ,both of them.
Tak to je opravdu hudební lahůdka........hudba a spec.rytmika.......klobouk dolůůůůůů...a oba zpěváci k tomu......prostě a dobře......děkuji svému Bohu za tyto borce......Ježíši....Pane..... žehnej .....ámen.....K:L:H:
So privileged to have shared this time and space with you Stevie and Sting . May we meet again on Higher Ground . Thank You , Namaste!
Whatever! I still say SW and Sting are true musicians. It won’t be to long. Yet it’s been long. Love blk/white collab. Stevie and Sting. Color matters in America. They get it.
Two of My favorites bought one of their greatest performances together. Outstanding, hands down.
Wonderful ! Sting on base and Stevie Wonder on piano ! You guys are just grand!
Love Stevie and Sting collaboration! Just love how they mixed their hits!
That was freak'in awesome!
you can see the respect that sting has 4 stevie in his body language,2 greats simple.
and vice versa Stevie has for Sting. Sounds great!
when two artists and their songs compliment each other. genius.
Sting is amazing a total different level to most musicians
Here for it in 2022! Amazing!!
One of the greatest performance of the entire history of the world. It is a piece of music, a time period in which you will feel lucky to have lived in the world and listened to it.
Stevie's band is so tight, that their SWEAT falls off of them in time...
Sting is one of the most underrated bass players of all time
I would’ve LOVED to have seen this performance live. What an extraordinary collaboration between both iconic’s. Excellent sound and energy! I also want to give 💯 hands down to all the session musicians who were absolute flawless with sound, timing and dedication. Thank you thank you!
Wow!!! This is the 1st time I've ever seen this.. I'm in LOVE!!!!
Superb mix with these two Legends. Fragile sung by Stevie is amazing!
GOD GAVE US TWO MEGA LEGENDS THANK U GOD
That freakin' bass SLLIIIIIDDDEEEE!
E Lancelot What's the bass player name?
That's Sting. Sting is playing the bass that I'm talking about.
Fili2009able Nathan Watts! Stevie's one and only bass player from the get...nobody can hold it down but Nathan! solid and they are locked and nobody has the combination but them, and they can't unlock it if they tried! Go back to any year, any performance of any song, even the same song, always effortless and the songs breathe and grow as time goes on.....I love you Stevie, with all my heart and soul.....and Nate, you keep on keepin' on brother. God Bless you both with many, many, many more years of playing together.
Thanks a lot ! Does he have solo albums ?
Fili2009able Dude seriously?, Sting's been around since the late 70s!
2 bass players for maximum funk
The Great Nate Watts!!! Stevie's Music Director.
Yeah !!!
@@rodrigozambrottipinaud3293 oh yeah!
@Kasper Kleine Tank Yeah, but Stevie doesn't want to do the basic rehearsal stuff. He wants to come in and be ready to perform. That's the job of a music director - get the band ready.
@Kasper Kleine Tank This hasn't anything to do with "having the greater say". The musical director is responsible for who plays what. I guess Stevie is the boss of the entire endeavor. But that just means that he delegates this task to the musical director.
May 13: Happy birthday Singer-songwriter-composer-Humanitarian Stevie Wonder; Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Presidential Medal of Freedom, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, inductee: National Civil Rights Museum. Thank you and God bless. Thanks for the upload, TheJbarriero. Blessings
Two maestros showing us how it's done!!!
Don't give Stevie a song, it will now BELONG to him! Now I can't think of this one without Stevie singing on it!
Rich Small so god damn true
this brought a tear to my eye and gave me some serious chills. 10/10 performance
That's a great combination singing
and playing with another legend! The. sweet sounds of stevie wonder always unreal with his talent! The two legends make good music together!
the percussionists make all the difference !! stupendous performance
Steve’s humility is a beauty!!
sting has a great live voice!