Laila, this is absolutely gorgeous! Beautiful interpretation and wonderful video of you and your fantastic band. The way you elegantly navigate the interval leaps add such poignancy to the lyrics. The tenderness made my heart ache. Just what I needed to start my day.
One of my favorite Gregory Porter songs. Absolutely beautiful. I just realized I've never heard a cover of one of his songs and I am floored by this one.
Just heard this on an Amazon Music playlist and obsessed. Such a beautiful voice and song. Sorry for butchering it in my car but I can't help but sing along.
omg best cover ever. its so amazing it gives joyous tears. this is so amazing i can just listen to it forever. hopefully it becomes an album or a single on vinyl sometime.
@@lailabiali your so very welcome. ty so much for this version of the song as well as the studio release. first time i ever heard it was on a canadian jazz station and searched for this song right then and there and finally found it. its so amazing i get tears of joy from it hearing it as much as i do. i speak my heart. ty so much again.
It is about time that the media learns that good music has no category. When duke Ellington was asked about rock and roll and believe he stated diplomatically; " There is good music and bad music." Your music is wonderful and makes sense; thus it is GOOD music.
Laila Biali, you are my new favorite singer in the world. I LOVE your voice, your new album is killer, and this version of Take Me to the Alley is absolutely gorgeous!
You are one of my inspirations and references, Ms. Laila Biali. What a wonderful arrangement for this beautiful song by the incredible Gregory Potter. Congratulations also to everyone involved. Success and I hope to see you here in Brazil. Hugs and stay in Peace and Light always.
911 we got an emergency this lady here is smoking hot, she is on fire. She is just remarkable, as well as unbelievable. An unforgettable voice. Well on her way
@@lailabiali Honestly, before this version (Yours) I was aware it's Greg's composition, and as per his usual, was good. However, it just didn't pull me in as yours has done. Again, beautifully executed. Thank you!!! FYI, I have also purchased it from itunes. LOL!
I just sent his to Ruthanne Wad, priest at Church of the Ascension. She has a magnificent piano in her sanctuary...Thank you for this anthem to compassion.. Lovely and powerful...xo Lynn
It says one take, but Laila and her bandmates are so practised that that's all it took. They probably played a hundred times or more. So so beautiful!!
Truly amazing, intricate, and so richly expressive! It's hard to describe the beauty of your music in words! Thank you, Laila, and each of you for sharing your God given talents!
@@lailabiali You're an artist. When you go to the fifth at the end of the tune, on the word "pardon" (and once earlier as well) I start to tear up. This recording approaches Art.
Well, the guild their houses In preparation for the King And the line the sidewalks With every sort of shiny thing They will be surprised When they hear him say Take me to the alley Take me to the afflicted ones Take me to the lonely ones that somehow Lost their way Let them hear me say I am your friend Come to my table Rest here in my garden You will have a pardon Take me to the alley Take me to the afflicted ones Take me to the lonely ones that Somehow lost their ways Let me hear me say I am your friend Come to my table Rest here in my garden You will have a pardon They will be surprised When they hear him say Take me to the alley Take me to the afflicted ones Take me to the lonely ones that Somehow lost their ways Let them hear me say I am your friend Come to my table Rest here in my garden You will have a pardon You will have a pardon Take me to the alley Take me to the afflicted ones Take me, take me, take me
@@lailabiali they're on demise. , denial, inconceivable, And tone deaf, comes to mind when you just can't comprehend, feel, embrace, appreciate, lyrics, vocal talents, mellowed Tones enriched by composed sounds of EXCELLENT MUSIC arrange at its best for your highness.
And as far as that band is concerned, this just in ; they are tight, compose and uniformity smoking, yes you guessed it the old red flag. WHERE THERE'S SMOKE...., Something is subject to be ABLAZE.. Laila Biali.
@@lailabiali kind aaàaaaaa🤔 nope, blunt and brutally honest, about your music and renditions the whole truth and nothing but the truth so help me God 🤚🏽 aaaaaaaàaaaaa🤔 YES LAWD!!
Good heavens - this is amazing.
Aw, thank you!
Ah, so wonderfully subtle. You honor Gregory Porter. Thank you.Good use of a church.Holy Jazz, L.B.
Love you, friend.
Laila, this is absolutely gorgeous! Beautiful interpretation and wonderful video of you and your fantastic band. The way you elegantly navigate the interval leaps add such poignancy to the lyrics. The tenderness made my heart ache. Just what I needed to start my day.
Sweet friend, thank you!
WOW soo beautiful, thank you for the music.
You are the best!
Beautiful rendition of Gregory Porter's amazing song. Excellent musicianship on display with this beautiful video. Well done!
It's one of my favourite songs, by one of my favourite artists!
@@lailabiali Beautiful
Beautiful Rendition....
This is medication I must have every now and then . . .
How beautiful! 😍
Thank you for your beautiful songs and your voice that helps many people. 💜💜💜
Big love to you!
You will have a pardon... Thank the Lord. He is GOOD!!
Amen!
One of my favorite Gregory Porter songs. Absolutely beautiful. I just realized I've never heard a cover of one of his songs and I am floored by this one.
Thanks so much. I appreciate the kind words.
This is so beautiful and soothing. God has compassion and unconditional love for us ❤️
100% agree re. God's compassion and unconditional love!
Outstanding
Thank you!
Song of the week.
One of the most beautiful voices and songs I have ever heard. What a gift!
Just heard this on an Amazon Music playlist and obsessed. Such a beautiful voice and song. Sorry for butchering it in my car but I can't help but sing along.
I love that you sing along!
I had Spiritual Goosebumps when I heard
Gregory Porter sing this live.
Thank You for Your Soul Sweet rendition
Thank you for listening, my friend. It means a lot.
I love this song. I hope Gregory Porter has heard your version. !!! How about you guys do this as a duet?!
Oh man, in my dreams!
Just wonderful
Thank you!
This is so beautiful, going into my lyric book ASAP
Aren't the lyrics wonderful? Gregory Porter is so gifted.
omg best cover ever. its so amazing it gives joyous tears. this is so amazing i can just listen to it forever. hopefully it becomes an album or a single on vinyl sometime.
That's so kind. Thank you! The studio version is more polished than this take, but you can find it here: lailabiali.lnk.to/tmtta
@@lailabiali your so very welcome. ty so much for this version of the song as well as the studio release. first time i ever heard it was on a canadian jazz station and searched for this song right then and there and finally found it. its so amazing i get tears of joy from it hearing it as much as i do. i speak my heart. ty so much again.
@@rmx77 Post more videos.
It is about time that the media learns that good music has no category. When duke Ellington was asked about rock and roll and believe he stated diplomatically; " There is good music and bad music." Your music is wonderful and makes sense; thus it is GOOD music.
That's so thoughtful of you to say. Thank you, Larry.
Laila Biali, you are my new favorite singer in the world. I LOVE your voice, your new album is killer, and this version of Take Me to the Alley is absolutely gorgeous!
Judy, you're too kind! That means so much coming from you.
Amazing
You are one of my inspirations and references, Ms. Laila Biali. What a wonderful arrangement for this beautiful song by the incredible Gregory Potter. Congratulations also to everyone involved. Success and I hope to see you here in Brazil. Hugs and stay in Peace and Light always.
I'm touched. Thank you!
911 we got an emergency this lady here is smoking hot, she is on fire. She is just remarkable, as well as unbelievable. An unforgettable voice. Well on her way
LOL! Too kind!!
Amen
@@lailabiali real talk.
@@elliottbracken9986 I did call 911
wow, so nice! Beautiful! And very smooth sax solo too
Thank you!
I have NO words. This version has been handled with care. Beautiful!!!!
Thank you so much. That means a lot. I have deep respect for Gregory Porter and this meaningful song.
@@lailabiali Honestly, before this version (Yours) I was aware it's Greg's composition, and as per his usual, was good. However, it just didn't pull me in as yours has done. Again, beautifully executed. Thank you!!! FYI, I have also purchased it from itunes. LOL!
@@ricotubbs1 Much appreciated - the words and the support!
This song and performance can bring me to tears - so lovely...
It's one of my favourite songs too.
Beautiful voice
Thank you!
I just sent his to Ruthanne Wad, priest at Church of the Ascension. She has a magnificent piano in her sanctuary...Thank you for this anthem to compassion.. Lovely and powerful...xo Lynn
Love to you, Lynn! Thanks so much for sharing.
🙏👏👏🔥 so amazing vocals and piano
B R A V A ❣️
M O V I N G 🎯
Thank you!
Nice!
Thank you!
I've listened to her doing this tune many times, All the musicians just hit everything so nice! Just soothing!!! Lv it.🎵🎶🎵🙏
Thank you!
Beautiful! Can't wait for this and more in London, ON in April!
Super excited!
This is one of my most favourite songs. So happy to see a local torontonian cover it so well! Thank you! Gorgeous interpretation & performance 👏🏽
Thank you. xo
Gregory porter brought me here, just wow!!!! This is magical.. 👌🏾🔥🔥 this cover right here is absolutely beautiful
Merci, Veronique!
Absolutely love it!!! Love from Sweden 💛
xoxo
@@lailabiali keep us posted in North America
@@elliottbracken9986 Absolutely! I'm on Facebook and dates are always on my website >>> www.lailabiali.com
Wow I just heard this song for the first time yesterday and had it on repeat since! You sing it beautifully. It is so uplifting
Band - Super!
LAILA - Amazing!
Warmest thanks!
Powerful song !!! Nice vocs !!! 🙏🎶🎵🎶🎙️
Beautilful!!!! Pece & Love.
And to you!
@@lailabiali
Gorgeous. Thank you Laila Biali for this beautiful rendition of this piece, which I just discovered because of you.
Gregory Porter is a very special songwriter. So glad this song resonates!
@@lailabiali Yes he is, and this rendition by yourself and the musicians truly pulled me in and helped me to discover it. Thank you!
Last comment, this is beautiful, your piano playing is impeccable !
Thank you so much, Rick!
What an amazing version, so pure.. okay gonna loop this. Thank you ,my lady, Laila.
amazing. Touch my soul🙏💫
It's such a beautifully written song. Gregory Porter is a very special songwriter.
@@lailabiali and you too, laila. Your voice is a feather from an angel's wing. (excuse my english) Hughes.
@@norma76np Heart emojis times 1000! (THANK YOU)
👏 Bravo!
Sounds great 👍 the artist always wins 👌 great thx for sharing your favorite song 🎵
I agree. There's no competing with Gregory on this one.
Whew😊😊😊😊😊!!!
It says one take, but Laila and her bandmates are so practised that that's all it took. They probably played a hundred times or more. So so beautiful!!
Tout simplement beau !!! Merci pour votre musique !!!
Merci à vous !
This was very relaxing to listen to, I greatly appreciate this song. Keep up the good work.
Outstanding 💯😍
Thank you!
Wonderful!!!!Peace & Love.
And to you!
Just found you from thus gregory porter, beautiful stunning voice and lovely piano playing
Beautiful!
Such a deep and moving rendition.
I'm sure you have ministered to many of who have come across this recording!
Bless you.💜🙌
Bless you, too!
Nice rendition. Thanks.
Truly amazing, intricate, and so richly expressive! It's hard to describe the beauty of your music in words! Thank you, Laila, and each of you for sharing your God given talents!
If you have not seen her Live I Highly Recommend it she will blow your Mind Beautiful inside & Out Amazing Voice xoxoxox
Magically 💥💥💥💥💥
Sensacional !
Beautiful singing and playing. Thank you.
Thank you, Adam!
@@lailabiali You're an artist. When you go to the fifth at the end of the tune, on the word "pardon" (and once earlier as well) I start to tear up. This recording approaches Art.
Quelle voix magnifique☀️
Yall killed it!!
So so BEAUTIFUL version praise Jesus
Stunning- and yay Ben- the best!!
Thank you, and yes - yay Ben always!
Stunning singer and song.
Very kind, thank you. I love this Gregory Porter song.
Fabulous rendition 😊😊🎉❤
Thank you!
Amazing voice so under appreciated
Beautiful
I liked this rendition on the second note 😊
Thank you so much.
Just perfect
Oh wow!! This one flipped my goosebumps. Truly stunning.
Amazing voice!!! Brings tears to my eyes. Beautiful
Performance!!! This is my new favorite song and Artist!! Wow!!
Thank you! The song is by Gregory Porter. He's INCREDIBLE.
Yes. Thanks be to God.
Gregory's song is so amazing, and this is such a great redition. Superb Laila!💕
Thank you, Linsay!
Linda interpretação !!! 👏👏👏👏
Made me Cry..
Aw.... It's a very touching song. Gregory Porter's lyrics are so moving.
True...but how you sang it IS the Magic for me.
Was that George Koller I saw ? Amazing standup bass player, I know and love George, he plays for Tia sometimes, and the Willows often !
Gilding the melody with shiny singing? Beautiful singing, but take me to the alley.
You are Grossly underrated 😢😢😢smh
That's very kind of you to say, thank you.
Ha, I was right, I expanded your intro text ! Rob and Ben are awesome too, don't know them though.
Minha parente!! Kkkkk Um salve diretamente do Brasil!! 🇧🇷🇧🇷
xoxo
❤️
Well, the guild their houses
In preparation for the King
And the line the sidewalks
With every sort of shiny thing
They will be surprised
When they hear him say
Take me to the alley
Take me to the afflicted ones
Take me to the lonely ones that somehow
Lost their way
Let them hear me say
I am your friend
Come to my table
Rest here in my garden
You will have a pardon
Take me to the alley
Take me to the afflicted ones
Take me to the lonely ones that
Somehow lost their ways
Let me hear me say
I am your friend
Come to my table
Rest here in my garden
You will have a pardon
They will be surprised
When they hear him say
Take me to the alley
Take me to the afflicted ones
Take me to the lonely ones that
Somehow lost their ways
Let them hear me say
I am your friend
Come to my table
Rest here in my garden
You will have a pardon
You will have a pardon
Take me to the alley
Take me to the afflicted ones
Take me, take me, take me
Such powerful lyrics. They move me, too.
I see there are " five " people on here ,🤔perhaps wrong Church, wrong Pew , definitely wrong alley.... Going to leave that right over there. 😅🙏🏽❤️
LOL! To each his/her/their own. ;)
@@lailabiali they're on demise. , denial, inconceivable, And tone deaf, comes to mind when you just can't comprehend, feel, embrace, appreciate, lyrics, vocal talents, mellowed Tones enriched by composed sounds of EXCELLENT MUSIC arrange at its best for your highness.
VRABO🌹🎩
Is that "BRAVO" scrambled? I love word puzzles! (and the use of emojis)
This is gorgeous. What key are you in?
D major (love that you asked!)
@@lailabiali Thank you for being gracious enough to reply. I love this and listen to it often. I am a fan.
A SINGLE TAKE
And as far as that band is concerned, this just in ; they are tight, compose and uniformity smoking, yes you guessed it the old red flag. WHERE THERE'S SMOKE...., Something is subject to be ABLAZE.. Laila Biali.
You are so kind!
@@lailabiali kind aaàaaaaa🤔 nope, blunt and brutally honest, about your music and renditions the whole truth and nothing but the truth so help me God 🤚🏽 aaaaaaaàaaaaa🤔 YES LAWD!!
@@elliottbracken9986 You're too much fun! I hope we get to meet someday. Where are you based?
@@lailabiali downtown Detroit Michigan😎
@@lailabiali of course the pleasures would be astonishing mine. 😁
5 people have lost their damn minds.
Lol, it's alright. People are entitled to their taste, but I appreciate your support, Steve!
@@lailabiali Certainly. I almost didn’t even comment cuz why spotlight it. I was just gobsmacked. (And black people don’t say “gobsmacked.” 🤣)
@@SteveBurksMusic Haha! Love it.