Bridge Over Troubled Water - John Legend - North Sea Jazz 2013

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  • Опубликовано: 11 янв 2025

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  • @jimcallahan3319
    @jimcallahan3319 5 лет назад +735

    For a very short period of my life methamphetamines were my bridge. Now, thank God, living my authentic life as a recovering addict is my bridge. To all those suffering, find a new bridge. A new path is ahead!

    • @idaperez6991
      @idaperez6991 5 лет назад +27

      Meth. is only a temporary escape from your problems, only to have your demons appear and torture you on earth. I am so happy you didn't burn your bridges. May god continue to bless you with good health, a good life, and a reason to live.

    • @jimcallahan3319
      @jimcallahan3319 5 лет назад +7

      @@idaperez6991 thanks!!!👍

    • @rogeriomira6586
      @rogeriomira6586 4 года назад +7

      Way to go man! Best of luck for the future

    • @lololo
      @lololo 3 года назад +4

      meth is awesom

    • @rebeccareilly1227
      @rebeccareilly1227 3 года назад +5

      I hope you are still doing well. God bless you!

  • @MichaelDavis-rf2bg
    @MichaelDavis-rf2bg Год назад +60

    I find myself coming back to this performance time and time again. Every time, it moves me. Such an amazing artist..

    • @deedless77
      @deedless77 Год назад

      me too!

    • @maureenfraser-duffield1338
      @maureenfraser-duffield1338 11 месяцев назад

      Absolutely me too - the only performance better for me is Aretha Franklin singing the same 🙏

    • @googlefan8990
      @googlefan8990 9 месяцев назад +1

      This is why it should on Spotify!!!!

    • @peaceful671
      @peaceful671 9 месяцев назад

      ​@@maureenfraser-duffield1338Elvis performance untouchable....but each to his own ... cheers

    • @HeidiVenter
      @HeidiVenter 5 месяцев назад

      ME TO❤❤❤❤❤

  • @andyrichmond4954
    @andyrichmond4954 3 года назад +204

    My dad was buried today. May Heaven have many spare seats. Thank you so much dad for being a bridge for your wife ( my mum) and 8 kids! Love you and forever will I miss you til it's my time. xx

  • @ginspearman6051
    @ginspearman6051 2 года назад +22

    MY FAVORITE JOHN LEGEND SONG,,, because,,, it's him,,
    with the God Given Gift of Song,,
    not clothes,, houses,, furs,,
    A BEAUTIFUL RAWNESS

    • @TeeheeTennessy
      @TeeheeTennessy 5 месяцев назад +2

      It's a Simon and Garfunkel song, but this paeticular version is my favorite :)

  • @ThriftyDiva317
    @ThriftyDiva317 10 лет назад +2347

    Rest in Heaven, my dear husband. For 42 years God shared you with this world, but he saw that you needed healing and rest. I will forever carry your spirit in my heart....for you were always my bridge over troubled water. From high school sweethearts, to college sweethearts, to loving hubby & wife, to loving parents....I enjoyed being the other half of your equation for 26 years. You are gone too soon! Save a seat in heaven for me....

    • @Brohive-r6m
      @Brohive-r6m 10 лет назад +115

      You're about to make me shed tears with this comment. Sorry for your loss but happy for your memories.

    • @IgorB88
      @IgorB88 8 лет назад +38

      you made me cry, wow..

    • @hannaheverhart2160
      @hannaheverhart2160 7 лет назад +51

      ThriftyDiva317 42 years young... is way too soon! 💔❤ 2 years since you posted this comment, and hopefully time has helped to ease your pain! I cannot imagine losing someone so loved and so special- a husband, sister, GOD FORBID a niece or nephew.. mother- I can't imagine not having her. I've only ever lost my grandparents and it was beyond devastating, but as sick as she was I was grateful to have had her in my life for 14 years! 26 years, having a child, sharing a life together is absolutely amazing. & obviously, you had a wonderful time. I'm so sorry you've had to grieve the loss of someone whom you loved so dear! I pray time HAS helped to ease the emptiness, and some of the sadness also. Your comment so beautifully touched my heart! Said a prayer for you! Glad he is at peace and Resting, and thankful in your reassurance that is where he is!!! Much love to you & child(ren)..❤❤

    • @jeijeichch4796
      @jeijeichch4796 7 лет назад +12

      Moved by your thoughts.

    • @v3ramirez1308
      @v3ramirez1308 7 лет назад +13

      Beautiful...

  • @robinmariejohnson537
    @robinmariejohnson537 Год назад +53

    I lost my older sister to cancer on March 23, 2023 😢 My pain is indescribable 😢 I am praying to God that through the words of this song, I will find comfort. And be at peace with His decision. 💔🙏🖤

    • @keepyournoseout1569
      @keepyournoseout1569 Год назад +1

      May you find peace in your heart ❤

    • @jschapp77
      @jschapp77 8 месяцев назад +1

      I’ve loved this song my whole life. But I found myself listening to it often, seemingly constantly when I lost my sister. Some are luckier than others, but we’ll all eventually experience a loss we don’t expect, or maybe even one that we do. This song somehow helped me. And I hope it does you and others.

    • @bluenotzallthingsmusic4812
      @bluenotzallthingsmusic4812 8 месяцев назад

      Hope this finds you in a better space, grieving still perhaps but smiling too and more often when you think of your lost loved ones. They’re still here. Just in a different room ❤️ Peace

    • @charlesacquah3955
      @charlesacquah3955 6 месяцев назад

      I would describe my late mother as probably the best in the world but lost her about 3 years but I celebrate her life rather than mourn her death so please think about the great times you had together. It is only the body which is gone but her soul lives on. May the great God ease your pain.

    • @carcosa_tyrant9444
      @carcosa_tyrant9444 4 месяца назад

      it wasn't up to 'god' since no god exists. the world is cruel and sometimes people die before their time. a merciful god wouldn't allow that, nor would they decide to take someone for no reason. find comfort in the world around you, not in fairytales and makebelieve. make the world a better place for yourself now and for those around you. simple as that. god never did anything for you, so stop praying to a lie.

  • @Louis-lx2kw
    @Louis-lx2kw 4 года назад +162

    This is proper music, music for the soul

  • @btsimida
    @btsimida 3 года назад +7

    Let's admit it we all need this song right now..I am scared of the situation going please let's pray to God to give us strength to get through this🙏

  • @CrystalHill-k6b
    @CrystalHill-k6b Месяц назад +4

    I am sober today and this is my song when feeling depressed.i adore mr legend. He truly is one ! Thanks for thsi song .

  • @TustlesLake
    @TustlesLake 9 месяцев назад +27

    I listen to this song at least 2 times a week. I get a message. Alot of people cover this song but John Legend sings it the best for me. KTF ❤

    • @ruthmadar4733
      @ruthmadar4733 3 месяца назад +3

      I heard this song the year it first came out and heard it covered by every artist that covered it. John Legend does it best for me, also.

  • @paulinenelson4055
    @paulinenelson4055 2 года назад +49

    John Legend is a LEGEND for sure. There is no song he can't cover; not many singers have that ability. He brings soul to everything he sings! Thank you for making me realize why I appreciate your music so much!

  • @gingerjones5622
    @gingerjones5622 2 года назад +4

    My brother's song man he loved this song! So do I
    He passed when I was little. I miss him today at 62! I think of him every time I hear this!!! Love you man

  • @fking6543
    @fking6543 8 лет назад +1289

    just a man and a piano...what a gift

    • @ghostie7790
      @ghostie7790 6 лет назад +8

      right???

    • @alniks872
      @alniks872 6 лет назад +16

      fking6543 and a voice from the most High.

    • @benjaminwebb5759
      @benjaminwebb5759 6 лет назад +12

      He's what's called an artist not just a performer like alot are these days.

    • @ricardomenezes8886
      @ricardomenezes8886 6 лет назад +1

      Muito linda a música e a interpretação

    • @dragicajuresko671
      @dragicajuresko671 6 лет назад +2

      Moć je velika kad se na tuđe ime mogu pisat kometari..Svaka čast moćnicima.

  • @pipper70
    @pipper70 5 лет назад +138

    One of the best and most soulful versions I've heard of this classic song.

    • @pipper70
      @pipper70 5 лет назад +3

      @@ianmostowy4582 It makes no difference as to the color of the singers' skin when I interpret this version of the song as soulful because this song was meant to be sung soulfully. If Josh Groban, Elvis, Simon and Garfunkel, or Aretha Franklin sang the same song and the audience reacted the way they did to John's version, I would still think it was soulful.

    • @earthangel2522
      @earthangel2522 5 лет назад +2

      dennis mapes
      Agreed. And don’t leave out Roberta Flack’s rendition. And Elvis Presley’s 🤗

    • @stellajanehello1582
      @stellajanehello1582 2 года назад +2

      no one can ever replicate or better Simon & Garfunkel. Listen to them and you will know they are the 2 who perform their songs the best

    • @michaelkeenan3437
      @michaelkeenan3437 Год назад

      @@pipper70 great comment Dennis!

  • @PaulaRussell-u2g
    @PaulaRussell-u2g Год назад +9

    I can appreciate him bringing this beautiful song to the next generation. Nobody can touch Simon and Garfunkel’s version. They wrote this for a dear friend dying so it was so personal to them.

    • @davea11
      @davea11 Год назад +2

      It's not a competition, it's possible to just enjoy his interpretation as it is

  • @thomasyrhee
    @thomasyrhee 10 лет назад +255

    One of the few instances where an artist decides to cover a classic song and not do some mundane mockery of the original. A truly inspirational cover and one that makes me feel like I'm listening to the song for the very first time.

    • @brianfallis
      @brianfallis 5 лет назад +3

      Well said. Ditto.

    • @trevorkeeling3041
      @trevorkeeling3041 5 лет назад +3

      Try listening to So Hyang singing this song... best version ever sung.. she is in my opinion, the best female singer ever

    • @tracypajari2764
      @tracypajari2764 3 года назад +2

      I remember Simon and Garfunkel. This is is better.

    • @mphovolt
      @mphovolt 3 года назад +2

      I'm in tears😭😭😭😭😭 he did justice to the song

    • @jacobjorgenson9285
      @jacobjorgenson9285 3 года назад +1

      many many examples of exelent covers

  • @sjorsmeiland655
    @sjorsmeiland655 2 года назад +75

    I went to North Sea Jazz two weeks ago and he did the same song there. Had at least 5 layers of goosebumps. Unreal how good that was.

  • @theresacats
    @theresacats 17 дней назад +1

    John has the most beautiful voice I have ever heard. I keep listening to this over and over. ❤

  • @abimol3802
    @abimol3802 9 лет назад +306

    he has a beautiful honest voice, no theatrics needed. so beautiful in every song he sings

    • @jonnysongs
      @jonnysongs 9 лет назад +11

      +Original Lilly "honest voice" that's a lovely way of describing it, thanks. Eva Cassidy had the same quality in her voice

    • @stillwill2215
      @stillwill2215 8 лет назад +9

      yeah, Eva Cassidy had one of the all time greatest voices, i put her in the category of the super-singers like Patti Labelle,Ggladys Knight, Chaka Khan, and other singers of that caliber, so sad she did not live longer.

    • @angekilby4346
      @angekilby4346 7 лет назад

      totally agree

    • @johnniebarr7940
      @johnniebarr7940 6 лет назад

      I think jermaine jackson did it better off the 3rd album check it out .✔

  • @kimegullaksen2131
    @kimegullaksen2131 4 года назад +12

    12 million just ain't enough! The world needs to discover this great cover of one of the best songs ever.

  • @fesaonoy7539
    @fesaonoy7539 Год назад +5

    I remember my sister who just died last May .She siing this for me coz I every time I fall she was there to comfort me. She also give chance to someone I love finance the shortcomings to prove that a trust hand is there for me.. loveyou ate

  • @steverabbits
    @steverabbits 6 лет назад +450

    I lost my baby brother when he was only 17, we played the original version of this wonderful song which was one of his favourites at his funeral. For 30 years I could not listen to this song, now I can once again and this time with happy memories. God rest your beautiful soul my brother Simon, I know you are up there waiting to open the gates of heaven for me when my time comes and then we will meet again. I love you more today than I ever did. And thank you John Legend for such a beautiful way for me to reconnect with my brother once again.

    • @andrewharris9656
      @andrewharris9656 5 лет назад +17

      what a simply beautiful statement

    • @normam.atchley9856
      @normam.atchley9856 5 лет назад +10

      SteveRabbits I am so sorry. Sending you hugs and love.

    • @elainak232
      @elainak232 5 лет назад +5

      The sound of silence played at my uncles funeral. So much emotion

    • @ginafreitas4
      @ginafreitas4 5 лет назад +2

      🙏😇❤️❤️❤️

    • @yothomasadidasbro1188
      @yothomasadidasbro1188 5 лет назад +2

      Sorry for your loss. Keep your positive thoughts high and remember your brother is well resting in a beeter place right now

  • @Abbysum1
    @Abbysum1 2 года назад +26

    Wow, I never knew what a tremendous voice he had. Masterfully done!

  • @Teazythecreator
    @Teazythecreator 2 года назад +6

    This was played at Grandads tangi. Nearly 3 years later and I still can't get through the bloody intro before I just cry and cry and cry. I miss my Grandad so much. Love you my man!❤

  • @cathyglitsch4756
    @cathyglitsch4756 5 лет назад +23

    Smply Beautiful
    John's voice is magical

  • @melissakrimsky990
    @melissakrimsky990 2 года назад +45

    I lost my dad 8/19/21, lost my mom 12/17/21 and the eating disorder, depression and anxiety I’ve had for 19 years are at the worst they’ve ever been today. For some reason I started humming this earlier today and this was the first version that popped up when I searched for acoustic covers.
    Thank you for this.

    • @jodiecaldwell8170
      @jodiecaldwell8170 2 года назад +5

      Oh I'm praying for you and healing. God is great!! Put your pain upon him he will carry you through

    • @ady10390
      @ady10390 2 года назад +5

      I pray that you find peace and strength.

    • @tonypeters3320
      @tonypeters3320 2 года назад +4

      So sorry to hear you went through this. Praying that you are in a better place now.

    • @laurak5196
      @laurak5196 2 года назад

      @Melissa Krimsky I am so sorry for your losses. I’ve been there, I can highly recommend the film “What About Bob” with Bill Murray. Baby steps! Baby steps will get you there. Take care, sending prayers and love to you. ❤️

    • @stevedewitt2443
      @stevedewitt2443 2 года назад +6

      When I saw your comment, I played the song again in your honor. Life sure can be tough. No doubt about it. I hope you have a close friend who can be a "bridge" for you while you are in the valley of life currently. Please know you are not alone in your suffering and grief.

  • @shaunelijah455
    @shaunelijah455 4 года назад +5

    Like a "BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER".... WHO could be BLESSED so much as to even come up with such magnificent and meaningful words as this? : ................. Paul Simon!! Thank you Lord for the words and thank you John Legend for your OUTSTANDING VOICE.

  • @loisscheminant862
    @loisscheminant862 6 лет назад +8

    the look and those eyes at the end of this song says it all. The camera caught it all. What a fantastic performer and yet so humble. . I have found a new legend.

    • @Katie2986
      @Katie2986 5 лет назад

      Lois Scheminant how lucky is Chrissy Teigen?!

  • @aceuni-rider6921
    @aceuni-rider6921 4 года назад +120

    I love that he stayed close to the original ❤️
    Respectful rendition of one of the greatest songs in history.

  • @thomaciatyson-benjamin4800
    @thomaciatyson-benjamin4800 Год назад +8

    My first time hearing John Legend sing this! I really like it! ❤

    • @jamesfoodie2738
      @jamesfoodie2738 Год назад

      Fun fact, Both he and Bart Simpson are from a place called Springfield!

  • @jasonelliott66
    @jasonelliott66 7 лет назад +12

    I have no words!!! A few tears, but no words!! This dude can flat out sing anything and make you feel it!!

  • @nellyngwenya9005
    @nellyngwenya9005 3 года назад +8

    I appreciate to have someone like you in world in times of sorrow you put smile and hope in my life. To those who have departure may their soul rest in eternal peace. I dedicate this song to my beautiful niece who was shot and killed may her beautiful soul continue to rest. May the angels be with her in heaven

  • @jonloftness5210
    @jonloftness5210 3 года назад +8

    I cannot get over how talented John is. The piano is beautiful and his voice is nothing short of unbelievable. He never, ever is off pitch. John is just one of many gifts God has given to the rest of us.

  • @h-mh93
    @h-mh93 7 лет назад +25

    Just heard it for the first time - it came from the heart and it went to my heart immediately! What an awesome version!!!!

  • @donmaciver1420
    @donmaciver1420 5 лет назад +8

    Absolutely gorgeous, John Legend...so emotional. We have been moved...

  • @judysmith3315
    @judysmith3315 3 года назад +12

    Absolutely, stunningly, beautifully performed! Thanks John!

  • @timothyleon558
    @timothyleon558 Год назад +4

    The man at his very best.
    Right song. Right instrument. Amazing vocal.

  • @josuestos
    @josuestos 4 года назад +9

    I could not hold back my tears in 2016 when a lady started singing this song in the church where I was. It came upon me like a balsam which made stronger to carry on no matter what I was going through.

  • @ineekaanderson3673
    @ineekaanderson3673 3 года назад +298

    You have no idea how much I needed this in 2021. Thank you.

  • @tonyadler1211
    @tonyadler1211 4 года назад +192

    Legend's rendition of this song is absolutely riveting.

    • @nm6818
      @nm6818 4 года назад +1

      That's the perfect word for this.

    • @bmd823
      @bmd823 4 года назад +1

      His last name isn't Legend by chance ;)

    • @wilhelmapril1330
      @wilhelmapril1330 3 года назад

      0

    • @new-hh5kj
      @new-hh5kj 3 года назад

      Riveting indeed. Absolutely fucking brilliant! 🤩

    • @paulanorris4083
      @paulanorris4083 3 года назад

      S arah smile

  • @harleypatchen8371
    @harleypatchen8371 3 года назад +21

    Such a powerful and moving song! Brings tears to my eyes almost every time! Legend did it great here!

  • @sharonwright4202
    @sharonwright4202 4 года назад +12

    New Year's day 2021. Thank you John, I needed to hear this song.

  • @lesleyelalami2562
    @lesleyelalami2562 5 лет назад +12

    Gosh, what an intimate rendition of this classic. Very raw. Marvellous.

  • @caraspraggins2298
    @caraspraggins2298 5 лет назад +10

    Wow!!! How can you deny a voice that velvet? I can't. His smile, it's one that you can't get out of your head, and can feel the joy it gave eternally

  • @Love_Always465
    @Love_Always465 4 года назад +43

    New favorite version of this song. Just what my soul needs during these trying times.

    • @jonnyb2774
      @jonnyb2774 4 года назад +1

      This is epic. Try the Johnny cash version too. It’s easily on par with this. In its own way.

    • @FA-rm1tj
      @FA-rm1tj Год назад

      Try Elvis version

  • @asiacurtis4050
    @asiacurtis4050 4 года назад +7

    Good God, Sooo powerful. Not ashamed of God given human emotion. God used you to get me through painful times of physical and emotional scars after 2 accidents. He really does speak through people. God bless you John and your family. I hope to meet you guys one day. If not here, maybe in heaven.

  • @MashburnJoyce
    @MashburnJoyce Год назад +8

    Just had to listen to this in 2023. WoW!!! never gets old. You are awesome, John Legend.

  • @kevinmoore8049
    @kevinmoore8049 2 года назад +51

    For me, when my soul hears a masterpiece, my eyes fill with tears, and they stream down my cheeks. Well, my soul just heard a masterpiece . . . Thank you John Legend . . .

    • @johnflynn5044
      @johnflynn5044 2 года назад +1

      Not to mention Art and Paul

    • @misstracy6821
      @misstracy6821 2 года назад +1

      As did I

    • @kevinmoore8049
      @kevinmoore8049 2 года назад +1

      @@johnflynn5044 and OMG, you are so right on with this response. Come to think of it, when I was young and first heard this song by Simon and Garfunkel my eyes welled up with tears even then. I mean we are talking about a kid that is 10 years old crying over a masterpiece. Thank you for making me remember this!

    • @kevinmoore8049
      @kevinmoore8049 2 года назад +1

      @@misstracy6821 please read the reply that I just sent to John Flynn because I want to tell you the exact same thing. Today is the first day that I have read any replies to my post. You both have essentially made me remember the impact this song first had on me as a kid. I think I got so caught up with the new version that touched my soul that I sort of forgot about Simon and Garfunkel and that is so tragic so thank you so much for making me remember.

    • @selvamthiagarajan8152
      @selvamthiagarajan8152 Год назад

      Simon and Garfunkel hallelujah!

  • @TheBaybunie
    @TheBaybunie 8 лет назад +170

    I remember seeing John Legend for the first time...
    It was at Slims on 11th St. He said, "a lot of ya'll don't know who I am, do you?"
    Then he started singing short versions of all these really popular songs, and the crowd started singing along and cheering and then he said, "yeah, I wrote all of them!"
    What a cool night! I've been a fan ever since.

    • @bigwille11
      @bigwille11 6 лет назад +3

      TheBaybunie very fortunate to see him in person

    • @janethbailey3998
      @janethbailey3998 5 лет назад +2

      @Kris Franks he didnt write this one.,but he sure can sing it.

  • @doreenclapper1270
    @doreenclapper1270 5 лет назад +9

    To my son Jake, the bravest man I know !!!! Who has always stood by me, I'm always here

  • @seanmac565
    @seanmac565 2 года назад +2

    Words can not fit this... just so beautiful... 55 years listening to music... I am speechless!

  • @andreabailey3944
    @andreabailey3944 5 лет назад +36

    Listening to this song brought tears to my eyes. SMH beautiful John

    • @commentWhatnow
      @commentWhatnow 4 года назад

      Same here. This has been a favorite since S&G released it. John did a great job.

    • @juanitastew2495
      @juanitastew2495 4 года назад

      Even his t-shirt is crying

  • @Drontenpeel
    @Drontenpeel 9 лет назад +20

    Sung like he's been there. Thanks for taking me along.

  • @karessamarshall985
    @karessamarshall985 4 года назад +5

    IM JUST GRATEFUL TO HAVE WIKEN UP THIS BLESSED MORNING
    THANKS BE TO GOD
    WHERE THERE IS LIFE
    THERE IS HOPE
    NEVER GIVE UP
    PRAY🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @ruthdodson1373
    @ruthdodson1373 6 лет назад +8

    Oh my! What a voice.I actually believed every word that came out of his mouth.I love this!

  • @susanwilliams4953
    @susanwilliams4953 4 месяца назад +3

    This song is a lifeline. Beautiful!

  • @tracypajari2764
    @tracypajari2764 3 года назад +2

    John Legend. You did this beyond proud. And Thanks.

  • @lisasuggs7780
    @lisasuggs7780 6 лет назад +15

    I've heard this song a million times sung by others and it never understood the messageas I do now.I got your back no matter how bad. He sang this song man I am a legend fan for life..

  • @mariecslebrasseur4933
    @mariecslebrasseur4933 3 года назад +28

    This may be the best cover ever performed.

  • @HeidiVenter
    @HeidiVenter 5 месяцев назад +6

    John Legend is a Leggend.He sang this song so perfect
    from South Africa❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @HeidiVenter
      @HeidiVenter 5 месяцев назад

      Thankyou for the like👍

    • @HeidiVenter
      @HeidiVenter 4 месяца назад

      Thankyou friend❤❤❤❤❤😂

  • @adriansanders1026
    @adriansanders1026 4 года назад +7

    Big John Legend fan! It's amazing looking into his eyes while watching him perform! You can and will feel the awesome spirit of the song he is singing! Awesome talent, strong spirit, and the most amazing and fantastic love you will feel while he performs! Peace my friend! Adrian from the great state of North Carolina!

  • @AlexLopez-sq3bw
    @AlexLopez-sq3bw 5 лет назад +164

    Please never take this off RUclips.

  • @JenniferFrench-c3n
    @JenniferFrench-c3n 6 месяцев назад +3

    I grew up listening to Simon and Garfunkel because my daddy loved them. I did not want to hear John’s cover - blasphemy!!! But it is a manificient version! Bravo! Bravo! Encore!

    • @misstracy6821
      @misstracy6821 4 месяца назад

      So true, grew up listening to the Simon and Garfunkel version, actually had to sing it in 4th grade. John makes it a Legend!

  • @melissasmith5676
    @melissasmith5676 6 лет назад +15

    Music is the universal language. Such a treat to hear JL sing this song on his own rems.

  • @ShariUlrichHere
    @ShariUlrichHere 10 лет назад +7

    Oh man….One of the most talented of our times. Brilliant performance. Brilliant musician and great singer. Wow.

  • @patricklevinerose1359
    @patricklevinerose1359 10 месяцев назад +2

    I loved the original by S & G. Listened to it on the original LP & for years. Legend sings it better. I will never hear this song again without thinking about this version-and wanting to hear it instead. An amazing performance ❤

  • @BlueNote74
    @BlueNote74 3 года назад +33

    He is superb!! But sometimes I don't think people understand why he is so good. He has beautiful tall vowels or nicely rounded ones when needed. He doesn't hang out on the consenants like so many pop singers do. He makes vowels king. So it's pure and beautiful and able to be understood words wise. I watch his face stretch in all the appropriate manners like every choir instructor I have ever had tell me to do. My 90 year old client likes the sound of his voice (Classic crooner meets R%B) but appreciates that he can understand all of John's words. He is perfection. But more than that he is angelic. May his career be long lived!!!

  • @gpplaw
    @gpplaw 2 месяца назад +3

    I have to sing this at a funeral and my mother loved this song. Your version is the closest I've found to her singing it. Thank you for this. ❤

  • @mbb758
    @mbb758 2 года назад +43

    Nice performance, John. Your voice is like an angel's voice. I play this when I am in trouble, just like now. Thanks for your music.

    • @tracypajari2540
      @tracypajari2540 2 года назад

      Everything about him is that beautiful

    • @justinbird8506
      @justinbird8506 Год назад

      Why are you struggling ?
      My phone is always on so don't struggle alone.

    • @mbb758
      @mbb758 Год назад

      ​thanks!!!

  • @ourwayne
    @ourwayne 3 года назад +8

    He does the song justice. Just and amazing performance. One of the most important songs Simon and Garfunkel wrote. I love Garfunkel's vocal version, particularly the ending.

  • @angelawinkler3446
    @angelawinkler3446 4 года назад +121

    Music will always help us cope with all the hell we are all going through so listen and take strength in it. We will get through this and at the end we will be stronger. I love all of you

  • @dominicdenisco7063
    @dominicdenisco7063 3 года назад +10

    What a beautiful rendition of the original. He has such unbelievable talent.

  • @frankromine4138
    @frankromine4138 5 лет назад +6

    What an amazing rendition off "Bridge Over Troubled Water ". All I can say is , John Legend is an amazing singer, song writer and a living legend....

  • @rosemarywatkins4121
    @rosemarywatkins4121 3 года назад +8

    John Legend your talent is a gift to humanity.

  • @liampalmer8729
    @liampalmer8729 4 года назад +5

    Some songs, you just stand there in awe ...
    Like you’ve seen a light come down from heaven and your souls feels that little bit better because of it

  • @lifafrica592
    @lifafrica592 5 лет назад +23

    This is so beautiful. This is what music really is. So heartwarming. ❤️

  • @ednaresurreccion7685
    @ednaresurreccion7685 5 лет назад +6

    Brilliant!!! I love John Legend!!! Hes mesmerizing!!OMG, he gives me goosebumps wid that rendition of Bridge over troubled water!!!

  • @deborahtaylor7408
    @deborahtaylor7408 17 дней назад

    This is my Mom's all time favorite song. Thank you God for letting this song find me today. ❤😊

  • @thurebloomgren8923
    @thurebloomgren8923 5 лет назад +7

    my favorite, right now. Jesus, what a rendition!

  • @pockynon
    @pockynon 5 лет назад +69

    It is great to watch an artist who can sing without all the sound stage, electronics behind them.. he also graduated from a prestigious music school in the US.

    • @MsSissyPoo
      @MsSissyPoo 3 года назад +1

      Beautiful simply beautiful

  • @MsHoneydew50
    @MsHoneydew50 3 года назад +5

    This song always brings me to tears. It is timeless.

  • @6DJLOC
    @6DJLOC 5 лет назад +6

    BRAVO! John Legend, you rock! When you sang PAIN, I could FEEL it!

  • @geoffn9736
    @geoffn9736 6 лет назад +8

    I CAN'T stop watching this! Man-o-man!!!!!!

    • @verawallace9055
      @verawallace9055 6 лет назад

      He can sing anything, he does a good version of Bob Marley Redemption Songs too.very talented

    • @tosejones5836
      @tosejones5836 4 года назад

      I don't know what to say. My mind is crazy. Because of the bullshit I been through. Thank God for this legend

  • @rosm6621
    @rosm6621 3 года назад +31

    Probably one, if not the most, emotional performance of this song. Bravo!

  • @sherrybowen2709
    @sherrybowen2709 Год назад +5

    Wow this man is just
    No words truly blessed with a beautiful voice.

  • @andrewko2405
    @andrewko2405 3 года назад +6

    Just a perfect song to listen to on the way to the office on Saturday ... Calmed me down

  • @davidrochon6941
    @davidrochon6941 28 дней назад +2

    So young John legend and grew into an icon today..

  • @christinaduplessis2997
    @christinaduplessis2997 6 лет назад +7

    One of my absolute favourite artist. This version is the best ever

  • @williambirdwell8792
    @williambirdwell8792 5 лет назад +4

    No word's!! Spiritual performance leaving a room silent and touching deep into your soul man.

  • @jeremyballard9972
    @jeremyballard9972 7 месяцев назад +1

    Elvis’s version is my all time favorite. With that said, this is an absolutely amazing performance. Man, what a voice! A wonderful talent

  • @Laurieis1
    @Laurieis1 5 лет назад +5

    He is a legend. He's so layed back and his music is just awesome. I was sooo glad he won The Voice. Love you and your family. 😗

  • @jonathanharris641
    @jonathanharris641 10 лет назад +262

    I got goosebumps all over :) did anyone else?

  • @nicky_hair_tech
    @nicky_hair_tech 3 года назад +1

    You are the best omg I love this song I saw you when you came to st maarten in sing years ago I love all your songs

  • @Reese-t3t
    @Reese-t3t 4 года назад +5

    Ahhhh, Doesn’t Matter How Many Times I Listen To This Song...I Can’t & Won’t Ever Get Tired Of Hearing It! Tear Up A Little Everytime! ❤️🥺.

  • @themassofmen
    @themassofmen 10 лет назад +68

    This could just be the epitome of emotional conviction ever recorded. The vocal response from the audience is skin tingling and evocative of primal and spiritual connection.

  • @mario9133
    @mario9133 10 месяцев назад +1

    I love this guy. I really do. He is a special person.
    It is not just his talent, it is more than that. There is just something about him, about his face, about his "aura". He really does have something special.

  • @marilynstevenson865
    @marilynstevenson865 6 лет назад +5

    What a beautiful surprise!! The most amazing voice, male or female, I have heard in many a decade!! Perfect pitch, beautiful control, fabulous command of hitting the perfect high notes. Oh, John Legend..you made me cry. And, there is only one other singer that makes me cry..Bobby Darin. But, I somehow think Bobby wouldn't mind that at all, as he would be enchanted as I was,waiting for him to hit perfect notes playing the piano so beautifully. Thank you, John Legend. Thank you Alexander Wirth for uploading. Beautiful!!

  • @merilynhargett624
    @merilynhargett624 4 года назад +26

    This is the first time to hear him this version and I love how he did this....just beautiful...thank you

  • @sandysmith4422
    @sandysmith4422 7 месяцев назад +3

    Just beautiful!😢

  • @mayakusmiati2862
    @mayakusmiati2862 3 года назад +95

    When you're weary
    Feeling small
    When tears are in your eyes
    I'll dry them all
    I'm on your side
    Oh, when times get rough
    And friends just can't be found
    Like a bridge over troubled water
    I will lay me down
    Like a bridge over troubled water
    I will lay me down
    When you're down and out
    When you're on the street
    When evening falls so hard
    I will comfort you
    I'll take your part
    Oh, when darkness comes
    And pain is all around
    Like a bridge over troubled water
    I will lay me down
    Like a bridge over troubled water
    I will lay me down
    Sail on silver girl
    Sail on by
    Your time has come to shine
    All your dreams are on their way
    See how they shine
    Oh, if you need a friend
    I'm sailing right behind
    Like a bridge over troubled water
    I will ease your mind
    Like a bridge over troubled water
    I will ease your mind