I’m just glad I’m not the only one that keeps coming back to this! It’s so amazing I randomly send it to friends just so I can see if they can pick up on greatness or not 😂🎼
We are not alone... the Force is strong with this one... great man, Incredible singer... if you haven't already, do a little deep dive into his early life... no surprise a man this great would come from an amazing Mother
I have watched this over and over again. I lost my oldest son almost three years ago.. he is the one who got me started to listen to Gregory Porter.. He was such a loving, kind, and gentle person.. this song always makes me think of him.
@@Lev.Inozetek I've wondered why they didn't stand. It just might not have been right for the event. That's what I'm telling myself, anyway, to make it make sense.
Sting, Clapton and michael kamen were the official composers. According to a youtube-clip with Sting,it was Clapton who came up with the music and Sting who wrote the lyrics.
But you need to ask yourself why are you in tears? John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” Isaiah 45:17 “But Israel shall be saved in the LORD with an everlasting salvation: ye shall not be ashamed nor confounded world without end.”
Just rip the audio from this file. Pretty easy to do with 4K Video Downloader or something similar. Then you can put it in your iTunes Folder on your computer and push it to your phone. aac format for Apple devices. Some of the people I like who sound way better live (Milk Carton Kids, Mandolin Orange, etc.) than they sound in the studio (most producers don't have the talent to capture an excellent artist in the studio), I have to grab their audio like this.
I always watch that man's expressions whenever I watch this vid, and I've watched this vid countless times. His expressions mirror mine when listening to GP.
I respect and love both artists tremendously. For those who criticize this rendition let me be clear....the mark of a true artist is not to create an exact duplication, but to elevate the work in a manner that is true to the artist performing the work. That's what Porter does. If you search for Stevie Wonder's version of Fragile, Stevie makes it his own. The true beauty is that Sting created a masterpiece capable of duplication for inspiration. THAT is the gift....it keeps on giving.
Indeed - he makes it his own. And I'd like to chip in on the Stevie's version of Fragile, even Sting had to nod his head at the mastery of Stevie's version - there was nothing to say. Mike drop.
Every time I watch Gregory Porter singing this song and see Sting and the rest of the audience taking it in my eyes fill with tears. It’s just so beautiful. So mesmerizing. ❤❤❤
As a former homeless man, this really resonates with me. Too proud to beg and too dumb to steal. I pray that I never have to walk that path again, and I hope that those who find themselves in that position can get out and move on. Update: Much love to all you guys. I didn't think I wrote anything interesting, till I saw this old post awhile back. Thank you guys for all the support!
Mr Gregory Porter saved me! From a sad dark lonely place! I love this man with all my heart!!! I found strength and joy in life again because of his words and music!!
I have to say me too. Just broke up from my ex and I had to go to Turkey to sell some property leaving my 2 young daughters for over 9months and it neatly broke me. Gregory's albums kept me sane 🎉
@@jaydebeer7251 amen, my brother! Don’t lose faith. What ever that is or wherever you find it. Sometimes we have given up before we even realize. But we can always be reminded there’s hope, especially when listening to Gregory Porter! Our children want more for us then we want for ourselves. In the end happy or sad rich or poor. A child’s innocent and unselfish love is our guiding light. All we have to do is flip the switch.
I have loved Sting's original song but this rendition by Gregory Porter ... WOW, his voice simply transports one to somewhere else!!! Very soothing and relaxing! Absolutely beautiful!!!
@@Rocket_EYOU obviously know absolutely nothing about singing and the whole process of feeling the music. Sting sings out of tune all the time. I've heard him at concerts. I don't care because it's ALL ABOUT THE VIBE!!!!🎙🎶
This man's voice is filled with pure soul. Me and my fiancée watched him at the Royal Albert Hall this summer 2023- and have tickets to see him again at the same venue in December 2023. I lived in hostels and have been without friends or family during my life. This song sings straight to my heart and soul. Even now that I have found a good job and a life, this version and song reminds me of the despair i felt. Deep down you never forget. "Its probably me"
Sting looks reserved at first, then you see him start to dig it and he finishes with that smile of approval! Great song from way back, great rendition!!!👏
I have to say as a Black American descendant of African slaves we have contributed so much to the world especially in music and dance world wide. Proud to be a Black American of my beautiful descendants. Much love to Sting
This is the reason why Sting is one of my favorite artists of all time. He is such a wonderful story teller. I feel transported into the scene every time I listen to his songs.
I graduated a year after Greg in high school. We were on the track team together and in choir. He and his brother Cornelius were just genuinely real nice guys. Glad to see his singing success.
I'm a 50 year old husband and father and I am not ashamed to admit that THIS song always brings me to tears. I don't know why, but sting hit a nerve to my soul on a very personal level.
This was truly a special musical moment captured here. Sting looking like the proudest, most humble singer/songwriter/musician who saw his creation transcend his hands masterfully by an absolutely outta this world rendition by the incredibly gifted Gregory Porter and this band. The audience and all of us are actually quite privileged to witness and enjoy this. This is one of the purest, most perfect exchanges of creativity ever. The emotions, the experience and the memory of it...just WOW!
I play this video almost every day! True. Sting is a great writer/composer. It must have been a joy (though he is holding it back visually) to hear his song performed at this amazing level. For me it is a joy to live through the Spiritual knowing shared here by Gregory!
I love watching Sting's expression during this performance. I believe he regards this as one of the best covers of his songs. You can just see the humility, gratitude, and awe on his face.
Absolutely dreadful, butchered beyond belief, don’t know who he is but the singer can barely sing in tune and cannot hold a note, just terrible, almost unlistenable. Anyone who likes this must be tone deaf!
The man sitting to Trudy's left is feeling every feeling a human can feel. At one point he closes his eyes, throws his head back, and expresses pure ecstasy.
And the man sitting to Trudy's right looks rather skeptical and non appreciative. Trudy herself is quite aware that she is on camera, and being an actress, I guess she thinks she is displaying quiet interest.
It is a superb interpretation of the song. An instant classic. If Gregory hasn't already done so, he should record it. And the accompaniment is superb, as well.
As a performer myself. I love the idea of putting your own interpretation on other people's songs, as long as you respect the message of the song. He wasn't trying to out do Sting. He's just a guy singing a song.
This is one of the very rarest cover songs -- this artist snatches the song entirely out of the hands of the author and makes it more real. THAT WAS FUCKING MAGNIFICENT
This is why I love covers that change the original! Even if its not better, its different. But its gotta be good. Puddles Pity Party has some amazing covers. I recommend checking him out if you don't know him
I'd be honored if some Sting fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of ENGLISHMAN IN NEW YORK and WHY SHOULD I CRY FOR YOU on my YT channel in tribute to the master of lyricism and composition. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and peace.
In commenting on this amazing performance Sting humbly said, “The greatest compliment I can receive is for someone to perform a work I created better than I ever have.”
@SeaScorpion I’m not a Sting music fan but boy can I RESPECT ✊ that...I’d like to see them collaborate on something maybe even this..I think it would be amazing 😉
I'd be honored if some Sting fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal interpretations of ENGLISHMAN IN NEW YORK and WHY SHOULD I CRY FOR YOU on my YT channel in tribute to the master off lyricism and composition. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and peace.
@@willritter4076 I listened to your Englishman in New York and Why Should I Cry For You.......Sorry but i didn't like anything about your performances and my friend who is a huge Sting fan agreed with me...thanks for sharing though.Love and Peace.
Bagha Baghalou yes he is. I was blessed to have had a conversation with him last August in Martha's Vineyard. He is so humble and approachable...such a warm and Regal spirit. Incredible human being, he is.
Gregory Porter's voice is like a heavyweight boxer, it can knock you over with one big note... I'd be honored if some Sting fans would check out my acoustic piano & vocal covers of WHY SHOULD I CRY FOR YOU and ENGLISHMAN IN NEW YORK on my channel in tribute to the master. Real live acoustic with no pitch editing. Thanks and please excuse the promo.
I have this song on constant replay and my grandkids ask me why I continue listening to the same "old" song. They don't understand and will never comprehend the heart and sould of this masterpiece!
I have been a Sting fan for over thirty years, and that was hands down one of the best renditions of his songs ever, maybe the best I've ever heard. Wow, just wow!
Oh my God. That Roxanne? That's a panty-dropper. That arrangement is ridiiiiiiiiiiiculously good. Who would ever have guessed George Michael would be so perfect for that song? Sometimes, a musician covers another musician's song, and in their hands it becomes the showpiece it was truly meant to be. George Michael did that with Roxanne. Ultimate.
dlrgroup This rendition is gold. You just might late swedish Esbjörn Svensson Trio enforced with Pat Metheny and Michael Brecker playing Fragile in Baltic Jazz live. Trombonist Nils Landgren sings it effortlessly and Esbjörns piano solo is one of a kind.
May 10, 2024, I am sounding the alarm! This song is not only beautiful, Mr Porter is one of the sexiest men alive. Not only is he physically sexy, his mind, soul, body and spirit are in perfect alignment. The lyrics will bring you to tears every time! This is one to have on repeat. “It’s hard to say it, it’s probably me”. ❤️❤️
I have heard that Sting can be critical about his music and that's because he is music perfection with his songs, but to look at him watching Gregory Porter singing his song - he seem very proud of this rendition and it look like it almost brought him to tears. Great Song - I Love It!!!
Sting is known to be a very humble man and in his eyes you can tell he was definitely proud of Greg's performance and his song but in his wife's eyes you see more...her appreciation and admiration of everything going on that night not to mention how proud she is of her husband. Applause for all, Gregory, Sting, his wife and of course the band 👏
Gregory Porter's voice always makes me think that this must be how good, smooth brown liquor must taste. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ HIS VOICE!!!! And that steel guitar is so appropriately haunting in this.
I'm back. I've watched this whole ceremony and while all the performances were good this performance woke the audience up and had sting, his wife, and people next them in aww. You can see constant head bobbing, cheers, eyes closed and head shaking in total nostalgia. Best performance of the night hands down. Never gets old.
*AND YOU A LIEEEEEE NO THEY WERENT ESPECIALLY THE LATIN GUY AND THE WOMAN WHATEVER HER NAME WAS THEY WERE THE WORST EVER .. STING ALWAYS SUNG LIKE A BLACK MAN LIKE MANY OTHER WHITE ARTIST OF HIS TIME*
I have started walking to this song..I'm still recovering from a stroke I had one year ago i slowly fell into an addiction and walking was even more difficult. This song is part of my recovery
@@Fl0uras if there is someone that can recover and be stronger. IT'S PROBABLY YOU! We stand with you. Keep walking and pushing. You can do it! I love you...
As a 40-year Sting fan, I can say that I've never heard anyone sing one of his songs and thought that it was better than Sting's version. Mr. Porter just broke that 40-year streak.
BassByTheBay : I agree wholeheartedly with you..but Stings original song Missing you was song by P.Diddy and Faith and backed up by a CHOIR..in intrembance to Biggie Small and Tupac was a far more superior than Stings original..Listen to it and let me know your comments either way both do justice to the song.,different times/dates and different meanings..
@@duanetrevorwilliams1269 I remember "Missing You" well. It was good but wasn't better, IMO. That doesn't mean it can't be better to you or anyone else, though 😊.
You need your ears checking then, because this was mediocre at best. Cold and soulless. Technically fine, but dull. Go back and listen to Sting’s - he performs it with warmth and soul.
@@asadacoehlo7964 It never ceases to amaze how people find ways to be rude for nothing more than a different preference. Like I said, I've been a Sting fan for decades -- I know his music very well and don't need to relisten to any of it. And I'm not the only one who likes this version better. But I'm not gonna tell you to get your ears checked.
@@BassByTheBay "I'm not the only one who likes this version better" isn't an endorsement. If it were, every music fad in history would be considered legendary. Evidently you do need to relisten, because you'd know otherwise that this is a far cry from the original. Technically fine, but expressionless. Colourless. Soulless. Don't get lost in the hype.
Let's face it!...Not really a competition of any kind between the white dude who wrote it and sang it for decades with completely different background of music and a black artist that sings th sh out of every song he sings and who grew up with gospel, Lou Rawls, Stevie etc.....Stop rating sh according to personal racial preferences...smfh
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Whose here for the 1000th time, it’s probably me💆🏾♂️
And me !
I’m here for the 1,000th time too. Fabulous rendition ... even better than the original??!! Probably ....
I’m just glad I’m not the only one that keeps coming back to this! It’s so amazing I randomly send it to friends just so I can see if they can pick up on greatness or not 😂🎼
I'm not alone 😊
We are not alone... the Force is strong with this one... great man, Incredible singer... if you haven't already, do a little deep dive into his early life... no surprise a man this great would come from an amazing Mother
Who's still coming back to this after all these years, it's probably me.
And me😂
The best interpretation of this song, I have ever heard.
Que des frissons qui traversent mon âme, mon cœur et mon corps. Un rêve
RUclips recap just listed this as my most listened to song. ( so I had to listen again). Guess you're my people.
This song by Sting was already a nugget. Gregory Porter coated it with gold.
He sure did 110
Brilliant
Thanks my guy! I didn’t know Sting performed this!!!
So so bloody good!
Agree !
I have watched this over and over again. I lost my oldest son almost three years ago.. he is the one who got me started to listen to Gregory Porter.. He was such a loving, kind, and gentle person.. this song always makes me think of him.
My deepest condolences on your loss. Glad that this probably gave you a moment with your beloved son. Bless you🙏🏾
❤.
I’m very sorry 😢❤
My condolescenes. Remember you will be reunited one day. God bless ❤
Sending you love and hugs. Your son had EXCELLENT tastes in music! God bless and strengthen you!
This deserved a standing ovation
Yes! It really was worthy of one. It's too bad 😢 Sting didn't have the courage to offer one up. It would have been to his credit if he had.❤
I fully agree with you; and Sting should have been the first to stand!
If anyone would agree with you, it's probably me.
@@Lev.Inozetek I've wondered why they didn't stand. It just might not have been right for the event. That's what I'm telling myself, anyway, to make it make sense.
They standing in the inside!
No one's talking about the phenomenal band/orchestra. Perfection absolute.
Yes you are correct, they play the hell out of this song! AWESOME!!
The only person guiding the orchestra/band is that guy with a voice of diamonds 💎
@@stevenwilliams6001 q
They are musicians, they are supposed to be flawless, no?
@@11arsenalfc1 yeah because they're robots
Sting wrote a timeless, classic song and Gregory Porter made it unforgettable. It's beautiful!!
@yourpalanon8182BullShite 🤡
Sting, Clapton and michael kamen were the official composers.
According to a youtube-clip with Sting,it was Clapton who came up with the music and Sting who wrote the lyrics.
Phony 🤡 of holly wood
I agree
🤡
I can’t get enough of this. I’ve watched it at least 100 times. Anyone else the same? 😂
Me too ❤
Me❤
Me
Same
Probably Sting!
Still here in Dec 2024 loving this!!!
👋
🤚🏾
I actually had the opportunity to see this live. Transformed the atmosphere in the room completely. It was pure magic.
You were really there ? did the audience like this? its hard to tell from a video peace 2 u
You were quite fortunate. Brilliant rendition.
OMG that's wonderful 😊
Wish I could've been there!
Superb!
Who's in tears right now?.. It's probably me. Well done, sir! 👏
Watching this on my way to work…on the bus…in tears, myself. Beautiful
😂😂😂😂😂😂
But you need to ask yourself why are you in tears?
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
Isaiah 45:17
“But Israel shall be saved in the LORD with an everlasting salvation: ye shall not be ashamed nor confounded world without end.”
This comment is soo good 😂😂
Me, it hit that chord.😢
6 years later and still keep coming back to this wonderful rendition of this song!! Pity it’s never been released as a download!!
Same friend
I found it on Apple Music and Spotify, it’s included in Porter’s collection: Still Rising.
Me too
Same here...
Just rip the audio from this file. Pretty easy to do with 4K Video Downloader or something similar. Then you can put it in your iTunes Folder on your computer and push it to your phone. aac format for Apple devices. Some of the people I like who sound way better live (Milk Carton Kids, Mandolin Orange, etc.) than they sound in the studio (most producers don't have the talent to capture an excellent artist in the studio), I have to grab their audio like this.
Look the face of Sting, hè knows that This man performs his number better than he can, but the respect is showing from his face. Respect Sting
The guy sitting next to Sting's wife has his eyes closed and is allowing that beautiful voice to sooth his soul.
I always watch that man's expressions whenever I watch this vid, and I've watched this vid countless times. His expressions mirror mine when listening to GP.
His younger brother.
I notice the same thing!
His face is a whole vibe!
Sting too is feeling it. You can see him say 'ooh' at one point, very subtle but he is digging it.
I respect and love both artists tremendously. For those who criticize this rendition let me be clear....the mark of a true artist is not to create an exact duplication, but to elevate the work in a manner that is true to the artist performing the work. That's what Porter does. If you search for Stevie Wonder's version of Fragile, Stevie makes it his own. The true beauty is that Sting created a masterpiece capable of duplication for inspiration. THAT is the gift....it keeps on giving.
Thank you, beautifully said. No need for me to add anything here as it was my feeling exactly.
@@davidmalik9821 I'll double that expression - TY Desiree!
Indeed - he makes it his own. And I'd like to chip in on the Stevie's version of Fragile, even Sting had to nod his head at the mastery of Stevie's version - there was nothing to say. Mike drop.
Well said
Interpretation is the magic.
What Gregory Porter does with Sting's lyrics is pure gold!❤❤❤
Yes he is Golden and the Orchestra is Phenomenal.
You know of any more of them? Shape of my heart?
💯💯❤️❤️
Ho hum
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I'm addicted to this song
Me too
Welcome back!
Me to but only by this guy
Me too!
Ok, it's not just me
Sting’s wife absolutely loved that performance
Stunning woman.
They both did! He looked so proud
Great implants
😂she did
@samb8996 Turd comment from a skid mark.....
2.10 minutes Sting realises he has made a classic and is witnessing a classic performance of his own material.
Every time I watch Gregory Porter singing this song and see Sting and the rest of the audience taking it in my eyes fill with tears. It’s just so beautiful. So mesmerizing. ❤❤❤
just like you sister
Facts! DEEP
A moment in time
Me too!
Totally agree.
*Gregory Porter didn't just*
*perform this song; he owned it,* *leaving an indelible mark*
And he did not even invest enough time to learn the lyrics
As a former homeless man, this really resonates with me. Too proud to beg and too dumb to steal. I pray that I never have to walk that path again, and I hope that those who find themselves in that position can get out and move on.
Update:
Much love to all you guys. I didn't think I wrote anything interesting, till I saw this old post awhile back. Thank you guys for all the support!
I pray that you will always have a roof over your head and plenty of food to eat.
Chill Mann feel ya buddy, been there myself
All the best for the future, to you and your family
Chill Mann Amen & Amen🙏🏿
Good luck brother 😀❤
You gotta admire the guts it takes to sing a classic song in front of the artist who wrote and sang the original ❤
Talk about a pressure cooker!!
Facts
Sting knows that the guy on stage did a better job singing this song...I dont even hear the original in my head anymore...
@@joshuabolwerk5536Yeah, I was thinking he was saying, "He is singing my song better than me."
That's an even greater tribute to the man who sang it first!!!
Anybody else had anxiety and decided to come here? Sending you love, relax and enjoy this incredible vibe. You are not alone. Xxooxxooo
Listening to this is relaxing… lying in bed watching this….calms me down,❤
Yes!! What is that?? I always come back to this song!
You're right relax, and leave your anxiety
Well Put ❤
Mr Gregory Porter saved me! From a sad dark lonely place! I love this man with all my heart!!! I found strength and joy in life again because of his words and music!!
I have to say me too. Just broke up from my ex and I had to go to Turkey to sell some property leaving my 2 young daughters for over 9months and it neatly broke me. Gregory's albums kept me sane 🎉
@@jaydebeer7251 amen, my brother! Don’t lose faith. What ever that is or wherever you find it.
Sometimes we have given up before we even realize. But we can always be reminded there’s hope, especially when listening to Gregory Porter! Our children want more for us then we want for ourselves. In the end happy or sad rich or poor. A child’s innocent and unselfish love is our guiding light. All we have to do is flip the switch.
Well done .. amazing what song can do !! Best of luck ..
The look on Sting's eyes is everything! He looks like a proud papa!
Dolly parton felt the same way about whitney houston.
I'm sure!
wake up, it´s BLM time!
Exactly!!!!
I think you’re mistaken. The look in Sting’s eyes are praying 🙏🏻🙏🏻 that he’ll stop butchering his song. Piss poor cover.
How many people rolling into 2020 still watching and loving Gregory’s performance?!?!?
100
Love him. Saw him in Boston...maybe 8 or 9 yrs ago. Just wow. He is incredible. And I love this song. ♡
About twice a day for the past 2 months 🥃 tink
probably me too bruh...
Moi
I have loved Sting's original song but this rendition by Gregory Porter ... WOW, his voice simply transports one to somewhere else!!! Very soothing and relaxing! Absolutely beautiful!!!
4:25 soothing?
I love it
@@Rocket_EYOU obviously know absolutely nothing about singing and the whole process of feeling the music. Sting sings out of tune all the time. I've heard him at concerts. I don't care because it's ALL ABOUT THE VIBE!!!!🎙🎶
@@FunkyCarla but you have to admit that this voice crack is the opposite of soothing 🤣
Agreed , indeed .
"When belly is empty, hunger is real" swedish royalty in the front seats feeling it like they just made it in life
😂😂😂 that’s a good one
How marvellous is Gregory's voice! Who can always be watching this over and over again? It's probably me! ♥
Sorry Elsa - I hate to say it -, but it's probably me! ;)
@@laurentlambert6347 The more I listen to him,the more enchanted I get! Thank you for the same feeling!🙏👌
And me!
Me too
Or ME!!🤗🤗🤗
The look of pride on Stings face is just glorious to see!
Back again
Yessssss!!!
Resident
Never gets old ❤️
Nodding along thinking this is gold, best performance of the night Porter absolutely owns it.
This man's voice is filled with pure soul. Me and my fiancée watched him at the Royal Albert Hall this summer 2023- and have tickets to see him again at the same venue in December 2023. I lived in hostels and have been without friends or family during my life. This song sings straight to my heart and soul. Even now that I have found a good job and a life, this version and song reminds me of the despair i felt. Deep down you never forget. "Its probably me"
Very well said!
I'm very happy for you my friend ❤️ 💕 😊.
That's why, no matter what you're going through.....Never give up hope .
The lyrics; ....and you find yourself on the cold cold ground.
Wow. Thank you for sharing. I’m glad you’re in a better place.
Let God love on you. He wants to. You are a treasure.
This is what music is all about. Sincerity, honesty, talent and musicianship. Everything sadly lacking in today’s music.
Yesss 😢
Sting looks reserved at first, then you see him start to dig it and he finishes with that smile of approval! Great song from way back, great rendition!!!👏
Definitely preferred it to Jose singing Every Breath you Take😂
@@tommaxwell4470En serio canti esa canción?y de quién fue ka idea de invitarlo?Dios mío🙆🏻♀️
Nah he's just English. He's loving it!
Sting was profoundly touched by this and the audience was captivated.
My God who’s still here! Can’t stop watching
it's probably me lol
Here I am again!! Maybe 2000th time... can't get enough of this!
I hadn't heard of Gregory Porter till this time. I was here for Sting. I instantaneously fell in love with this voice. What a performance!
You should check Natural Blues with Moby.
Listen to his albums... Amazing
I'm just knowing today, and I'm a music junkie.
We must have watched a different performance
@@travisvance3595 I found him from the Graham Norton show of all places! First time hearing his voice and I'm a fan
He captures the emotion behind the lyrics in his voice. And that orchestra! WOW!!!
The orchestra is right! I get goosebumps 💝
The band was great also love this song
When you bring Sting to tears with a cover of one of his own songs, you've accomplished something magical. This was incredible.
Hit the nail on the head man. Stings reaction in this video is beautiful
Same Thougts here.
Heart did that at the Led Zeppelin tribute concert.
Nah- he’s crying because he can’t believe what a genius of a songwriter he is! 😮😃
I was'nt delighted so much. I mean, the guy can sing and he has a beautiful voice too.
But the meaning of this song doesn't fit with his style, sorry
I have to say as a Black American descendant of African slaves we have contributed so much to the world especially in music and dance world wide. Proud to be a Black American of my beautiful descendants. Much love to Sting
I totally agree with you!
Я с тобой полностью согласна ! Хотя я украинка !
Gregory Porter is a great singer, but these lyrics prove that Sting is an amazing song writer.
indeed, he killed it
Clapton was co writer so not sure Sting gets all of the credit
Written by Eric Clapton and somebody else... check it out....
One of the best
Not written by Sting. Clapton and 2 others. Name of writers shown on screen before GP begins to sing
No strobelightning, no background disturbing dancers, sittning on a chair and have a 100% delivery. Magnificient!!! Bravo!!!
Amen to that! 🙏
Yeah. Just music.
Absolutely! Pure talent.
Listen people of the world!!!! This can only be THE ALMIGHTY! He’s the only one with this kind of love and care and compassion!!!!😢
Yes! An absolutely God given talent he has been blessed with!
Sounds like he’s been taken out of the 1970’s soul scene and transported to now. Great voice, tempo and tone.
Yes dude, very special.
I strongly 💪 agree!
Absolutely. Well said. From a time gone long by his voice and interpretation of this song sound.
This is the reason why Sting is one of my favorite artists of all time. He is such a wonderful story teller. I feel transported into the scene every time I listen to his songs.
Song was written by Eric Clapton
This song is not written by him thou.
@@doctorlovedoctorlove2238 No it was CO-written by Sting, Clapton and Michael Kamen. Sting wrote all the lyrics, Clapton wrote some of the melody.
@@manajizwow419 wrong
@DameTremonti its ah great great song one of the greatest songs of all time, that fact can't be debated.
This song is scientifically proven to make you 12% cooler just by listening to it.
Cool. I'm a little cooler. cool.
Very funny, thanks
Yup
I feel cooler allready !
I agree 100% the fact that I know this exists makes me feel like a cooler person
For us who are sixty plus we truly have the best music of all-time. Gregory took this song to a new level. 🎉
Let’s also give it up to the musicians behind Mr. Porters rendition....Outstanding 👍👍👍👍
Sweet vibe
I agree
Absolutely! Just brilliant :-)
Faith Cunningham and me!
@Deedee Hanna Thanks for the Love💕💕💕
Deedee Hanna and Me😉
I graduated a year after Greg in high school. We were on the track team together and in choir. He and his brother Cornelius were just genuinely real nice guys. Glad to see his singing success.
His brother is a pretty great singer too!
Nbo Pizzle
@@andreaeoliver I would love to hear him.
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You lucky so and so...👍
I'm a 50 year old husband and father and I am not ashamed to admit that THIS song always brings me to tears. I don't know why, but sting hit a nerve to my soul on a very personal level.
same here...my friend no shame
it's called Music actually.
53 here, same :)
50 too. 3 kiddos. I think it’s because I know it would definitely be me. And in your case, you
Hate to say it.... but its probably you!
Feel the responsability...
Goose bumps and tears
I listen to this song everyday of my life now for 3 years. Never gets boring
Every day?!
Gregory Porter has a voice like a cosy blanket in front of a roaring fire
Sooooo true!!!
Sting's face says it all: a legendary performence! 😎
And his wife.
You don't know what he's thinking
@@zeeone4492 look at the smile at the end and make an educated guess.
@@alanserjeant4947 he's in an audience with the cameras rolling
Go figure
@@zeeone4492 That didn't seem to make a difference when he was whincing when Jose Feliciano destroyed his music.
This was truly a special musical moment captured here. Sting looking like the proudest, most humble singer/songwriter/musician who saw his creation transcend his hands masterfully by an absolutely outta this world rendition by the incredibly gifted Gregory Porter and this band. The audience and all of us are actually quite privileged to witness and enjoy this. This is one of the purest, most perfect exchanges of creativity ever. The emotions, the experience and the memory of it...just WOW!
Privileged indeed. If you never got to hear Robeson. This is it.
Very well said
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I play this video almost every day! True. Sting is a great writer/composer. It must have been a joy (though he is holding it back visually) to hear his song performed at this amazing level. For me it is a joy to live through the Spiritual knowing shared here by Gregory!
Да. Интересный момент.
If you’re gonna cover a song, cover it! He made Sting proud.
Yesss 😂
Sting looked sceptical for the most part, not proud :-P
That Gregory Porter interpretation is just insane. That Sting song is simply cosmic for the heart and soul .
Sting is hearing, watching, observing,....and thinking: he nailed it!!!
More like fuck those 90s coke sure helped me create some magical songs.
That he did
I love watching Sting's expression during this performance. I believe he regards this as one of the best covers of his songs. You can just see the humility, gratitude, and awe on his face.
The whole arrangement, the singer, the musicians playing instruments behind him, are incredibly amazing.... Perfection.
Not quite, if you could add EC's guitar then it would be perfect.
B.
Exactly!
I would say, the audience as well..they were..tuned!
Absolutely dreadful, butchered beyond belief, don’t know who he is but the singer can barely sing in tune and cannot hold a note, just terrible, almost unlistenable. Anyone who likes this must be tone deaf!
It speaks volumes that the 'most replayed' part of this video is the start. 😎
The man sitting to Trudy's left is feeling every feeling a human can feel. At one point he closes his eyes, throws his head back, and expresses pure ecstasy.
That is Tomas Ledin, a Swedish artist.
Envy on another level when I saw this lol
It’s a feeling some only experience once in a lifetime! Absolutely beautiful 🙌
Mannnn.. that’s how I would be if I was there 🥲
And the man sitting to Trudy's right looks rather skeptical and non appreciative. Trudy herself is quite aware that she is on camera, and being an actress, I guess she thinks she is displaying quiet interest.
@@Themanwhocameback2 what you wrote doesn't make sense whatsoever
Gregory Porter elevated that song to a higher level knowing that it is already a great one - Outstanding
Never heard this version until today. Always loved this song. Dude literally has me in tears. Music is so powerful. ❤
This is probably me
❤
Today for me and I love it ✔️🎼😊
It is a superb interpretation of the song. An instant classic. If Gregory hasn't already done so, he should record it. And the accompaniment is superb, as well.
Woz, how you doing Keyboard wrecker...
As a performer myself. I love the idea of putting your own interpretation on other people's songs, as long as you respect the message of the song. He wasn't trying to out do Sting. He's just a guy singing a song.
This is one of the very rarest cover songs -- this artist snatches the song entirely out of the hands of the author and makes it more real. THAT WAS FUCKING MAGNIFICENT
You're right
This is why I love covers that change the original! Even if its not better, its different. But its gotta be good. Puddles Pity Party has some amazing covers. I recommend checking him out if you don't know him
pretty much
Awesome -what performance.
Bullshit! He’s good but faaar away from Sting! I have spoken
Clean, unpretentious, wonderful arrangement. This is the epitome of classy music. Excellent.
There is NOTHING, like LIVE MUSIC!!!
But that's also because really well wriiten songs can be lifted up by other artists and sting does write good tunes...
I'd be honored if some Sting fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of ENGLISHMAN IN NEW YORK and WHY SHOULD I CRY FOR YOU on my YT channel in tribute to the master of lyricism and composition. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and peace.
Liam SWW ,I second that!!
A TRULY WONDERFUL TRIBUTE TO GREGORY PORTER. LIAM A MAN WITH GOOD TASTE
That's what you call elevating a song, as Mr. Porter taps into the pain of the character with his bold rich tones. Par excellence.
Steam немножко обиделся чувствуется
Stings confusion но держится как настоящий Аристократ
I’m here in May 2024. Love Gregory Porters music
In commenting on this amazing performance Sting humbly said, “The greatest compliment I can receive is for someone to perform a work I created better than I ever have.”
Sea Scorpion that brings tears to my eyes
@SeaScorpion I’m not a Sting music fan but boy can I RESPECT ✊ that...I’d like to see them collaborate on something maybe even this..I think it would be amazing 😉
I'd be honored if some Sting fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal interpretations of ENGLISHMAN IN NEW YORK and WHY SHOULD I CRY FOR YOU on my YT channel in tribute to the master off lyricism and composition. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and peace.
@@willritter4076 I listened to your Englishman in New York and Why Should I Cry For You.......Sorry but i didn't like anything about your performances and my friend who is a huge Sting fan agreed with me...thanks for sharing though.Love and Peace.
I love Sting. I am not surprised in the least bit, that was his response to this performance. He has always been a first class and classy gentleman.
That's how to do a rendition. Passion, power, and pure presence. That's Mr Porter.
Yes, I absolutely agree, nothing to add :-))
hahabass is a good brother
Bagha Baghalou yes he is. I was blessed to have had a conversation with him last August in Martha's Vineyard. He is so humble and approachable...such a warm and Regal spirit. Incredible human being, he is.
Gregory Porter's voice is like a heavyweight boxer, it can knock you over with one big note... I'd be honored if some Sting fans would check out my acoustic piano & vocal covers of WHY SHOULD I CRY FOR YOU and ENGLISHMAN IN NEW YORK on my channel in tribute to the master. Real live acoustic with no pitch editing. Thanks and please excuse the promo.
Yes, yes, yes!!! Gregory Porter does this song TOO WELL!!! Sting & Trudy's reactions is the proof......her especially......
What a special performance. The arrangement alone is absolutely incredible. Porter just took this song to another level.
So true, a new level , relax Sting, just a rendition
His voice is so clear, but at the same time, it sounds like it was created deep down in the bowels of the earth.
Yes he did! The audience was feeling it and you could see that Sting was very pleased.
Amazing, until that last out of tune moment, but really good until there.
@@isaachebreromoreno7304 All artist do it! Still a great rendition!
I have this song on constant replay and my grandkids ask me why I continue listening to the same "old" song. They don't understand and will never comprehend the heart and sould of this masterpiece!
I come back to this performance quite a lot. What a masterpiece.
Me too!
@@felisamccray5311 Me three
My friend sometimes when I need to just clear my head I rock this cut, it's perfection.
Was stings wife frothing at the gash! 😂
Me 4
When I’m alone i play this & thank god for all my experiences good & bad & realize how precious the gift of life is🙏🏾😇✌🏾🔥
Amen
I have been a Sting fan for over thirty years, and that was hands down one of the best renditions of his songs ever, maybe the best I've ever heard. Wow, just wow!
George Michael come close
Oh my God. That Roxanne? That's a panty-dropper. That arrangement is ridiiiiiiiiiiiculously good. Who would ever have guessed George Michael would be so perfect for that song? Sometimes, a musician covers another musician's song, and in their hands it becomes the showpiece it was truly meant to be. George Michael did that with Roxanne. Ultimate.
me, too - I want to write the same! Yes, just yes! absolutely wonderful performance!
dlrgroup This rendition is gold. You just might late swedish Esbjörn Svensson Trio enforced with Pat Metheny and Michael Brecker playing Fragile in Baltic Jazz live. Trombonist Nils Landgren sings it effortlessly and Esbjörns piano solo is one of a kind.
dlrgroup 💯
May 10, 2024, I am sounding the alarm! This song is not only beautiful, Mr Porter is one of the sexiest men alive. Not only is he physically sexy, his mind, soul, body and spirit are in perfect alignment. The lyrics will bring you to tears every time! This is one to have on repeat. “It’s hard to say it, it’s probably me”. ❤️❤️
If there’s anyone who loves this man and his voice and style......It’s Probably Me!!
Probably Me, lol 👍🏽 😎
very tongue and cheek Deb! Me too!
Nice!
I believe this performance was a spiritual experience for this audience!
I have heard that Sting can be critical about his music and that's because he is music perfection with his songs, but to look at him watching Gregory Porter singing his song - he seem very proud of this rendition and it look like it almost brought him to tears. Great Song - I Love It!!!
Say it again, I thought that was Sting. He was in awe. I watched this over and over and loved watching the mesmerizing eff
I agree with you. You can tell, especially if you’re an artist, that Sting understands how good this is from Gregory Porter.
Seems Iike he approved... even admired 🤔
That's in his eyes. Yep
Sting looked a little teary eyed at the end...
The man who wrote this (Sting), has deep passion and understanding of love
Imagine writing a great song that another singer loves so much that he sings it in front of you. Now that's respect.
If someone's sitting up all night listening to Gregory Porter, it's probably me.
...and me!
Andddddd me.....
You would not be alone!
It touches all of your senses. Let's hope we have someone else who cares!!
Probably me too
Sting is known to be a very humble man and in his eyes you can tell he was definitely proud of Greg's performance and his song but in his wife's eyes you see more...her appreciation and admiration of everything going on that night not to mention how proud she is of her husband. Applause for all, Gregory, Sting, his wife and of course the band 👏
Brilliant observation
Shot on
Sorry , sting is a great artist but,
If you look the Police history you will see sting in a different wiew...not very humble"
Sting and "humble" in the same sentence.😂
@@jerem3800 He was a young rockstar
The performance of Gregory Potter is SIMPLY MOVING. Amazing song at its best performance!!
Gregory Porter's voice always makes me think that this must be how good, smooth brown liquor must taste. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ HIS VOICE!!!! And that steel guitar is so appropriately haunting in this.
25 year old Macallan. In a leather chair. Listening to Gregory Porter.
The royal Stockholm Philharmonic orchestra is killing it!!!
INDEED!!!!!
Alleluja!
of all of the performances of Sting's songs, this was by far the best.
co-written by Eric Clapton and Michael Kamen.
OnceAndFuture King thx, I thought Elton john too.
Was this written by sting?
Lou Vee Yes, along with Eric Clapton.
Susan Carlin b
This is probably the best cover of any song I have ever heard.
It's been a few years but I have never gotten tired of listening to Gregory Porter sing Sting
I'm back. I've watched this whole ceremony and while all the performances were good this performance woke the audience up and had sting, his wife, and people next them in aww. You can see constant head bobbing, cheers, eyes closed and head shaking in total nostalgia. Best performance of the night hands down. Never gets old.
*AND YOU A LIEEEEEE NO THEY WERENT ESPECIALLY THE LATIN GUY AND THE WOMAN WHATEVER HER NAME WAS THEY WERE THE WORST EVER ..
STING ALWAYS SUNG LIKE A BLACK MAN LIKE MANY OTHER WHITE ARTIST OF HIS TIME*
I have started walking to this song..I'm still recovering from a stroke I had one year ago i slowly fell into an addiction and walking was even more difficult. This song is part of my recovery
@@Fl0uras if there is someone that can recover and be stronger. IT'S PROBABLY YOU! We stand with you. Keep walking and pushing. You can do it! I love you...
Thank you. Reading this is helping me get up right now and ready myself to walk with sting and porter.
Who is listening to this version for the 1000 time, is probably me❤❤
Piękno w czystej okazałości muzycy idealni.❤❤❤❤
Probably Me, IKR😘
It is astounding! Stellar! And I am sure "Sting" was crazy about this performance of G. Porter. Wow.
ME
Me too!
I can hear Sting. But this version is absolutely beautiful ❤
As a 40-year Sting fan, I can say that I've never heard anyone sing one of his songs and thought that it was better than Sting's version. Mr. Porter just broke that 40-year streak.
BassByTheBay : I agree wholeheartedly with you..but Stings original song Missing you was song by P.Diddy and Faith and backed up by a CHOIR..in intrembance to
Biggie Small and Tupac was a far more superior
than Stings original..Listen to it and let me know your comments either way both do justice to the song.,different times/dates and different meanings..
@@duanetrevorwilliams1269 I remember "Missing You" well. It was good but wasn't better, IMO. That doesn't mean it can't be better to you or anyone else, though 😊.
You need your ears checking then, because this was mediocre at best. Cold and soulless. Technically fine, but dull. Go back and listen to Sting’s - he performs it with warmth and soul.
@@asadacoehlo7964 It never ceases to amaze how people find ways to be rude for nothing more than a different preference. Like I said, I've been a Sting fan for decades -- I know his music very well and don't need to relisten to any of it. And I'm not the only one who likes this version better. But I'm not gonna tell you to get your ears checked.
@@BassByTheBay "I'm not the only one who likes this version better" isn't an endorsement. If it were, every music fad in history would be considered legendary.
Evidently you do need to relisten, because you'd know otherwise that this is a far cry from the original. Technically fine, but expressionless. Colourless. Soulless.
Don't get lost in the hype.
I watched this with my phone on one hand and a drink in the other. By the end of the song my drink was frozen...that's how cool Gregory Porter is!
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Ha! Well said!!🍸
The single best performance from any human anywhere anytime. Devastating.
It's awesome but the best I'm not going that far, listen to Ben I Oncle under my skin, then reply.
Sting thinking about the MEGA boost in royalties. Superb rendition of a magical song.
We need more Gregory Porter. ❤❤❤ His voice is old school Soul and Blues.
Beautiful
Let's face it! He took this song to a whole other level....so much beautiful resonant in his feeling for the words...fantastic!
It shows Sting and his wife are moved by it👍
Let's face it!...Not really a competition of any kind between the white dude who wrote it and sang it for decades with completely different background of music and a black artist that sings th sh out of every song he sings and who grew up with gospel, Lou Rawls, Stevie etc.....Stop rating sh according to personal racial preferences...smfh
As much as I love the original, I didn't listen to it over and over like I done with Porter's. This is in a class of it's own. Magnificent!
Listen to the version with Clapton playing guitar. Its even better than this.
Amen
I'm with you on this one. I said similar in my post, except I said Sting seemed to thinking that Porter outshon him
Absolutely agree, mate!
I've watched it like...100 times?
yet it's not enough.
Such a great song for many thoughtful moments.
Sting: “Who thinks their version is better than mine?”
Gregory Porter: “It’s probably me.”
Sting wrote it an Gregory killed it, So both deserve credit .
😮❤❤
Same thing happened when Springsteen covered "I Hung My Head" at the Kennedy Center Honors. Next level stuff.
He's probably wrong
😂😂😂