Hi folks! This one has been requested a while, so I decided to have some fun with it:) Remember all links regarding me & Frog Leap Studios can be found in the video description! Have a great day:)
My ol lady passed away bout 4 months ago in my arms waiting on the ambulance... but a few months before she passed she heard this and Heathens by Leo and was a metal head every since lol.. Leo buddy your music has gotten me thru some dark times the last 4months.. cant thank ya enough.. probably saved my life man.
@@ialone7487 yea i have... sometimes it makes me smile and sometimes it dont.. on the times it gets me down i just turn on some leo and jam out til im not as despressed anymore lol
@@ialone7487 thanks man i sure appreciate it.. its been a rough few months and still is but im slowly getting myself dusted off and going back at it again. God Bless and rock on!
I got nothing against Lorde's version of this song, but that solo you laid down in the middle of this cover just transcended the whole thing. Beautiful.
+Aussie John you just keep coming back with the negativity don't you? We all want to see Leo be incredible and criticism helps everybody grow and become better at their craft but all I ever see you post is constant negative shit about the only person actively starting a pop to metal revolution, which as a whole is very well done. You're just one of those people where nothing is ever good enough for you and that's fine but the rest of us don't really care about what you have to say anymore.
+Aussie John No one wants only negative feedback either. Some his recent work I've felt has been his best. Just cause it's not like how it used to be with his "early home runs" doesn't mean he's having a bad year like you've said in other videos. I'm not saying critical feedback that's not entirely positive doesn't have its place, but all I ever see you do is rip on his new stuff and talk about how great the old shit was. He's going to do what he wants regardless of what we think or say, stop bringing the rest of us down man
Omg. Im not even a fan of metal music but i have been stuck in your channel for 5hrs now. Its 02:27 am and i cant bring myself to go to bed - these covers are just too freakin awesome! I cant believe you have done something like this, the different instruments, the voice, the EDITING too... I am as i said not even a metal fan, but i loved EVERY SINGLE SONG so far, sub, like, fanboy for life! Truly great, i will buy all your songs on itunes to have in my car (i hope i dont crash). Hats off, looking forward to listening to some of my favorite songs in an even better version - you rock, im out. Much love from Sweden.
Yeah I am hooked. And they are all different.and diverse not done to a set sound or method. He is always experimenting. They are covers and they are creative asf. That can be harder to get your creative freak on with than writing something from scratch. I don't expect from hearing the outros Leo has a prob with Creating from Scratch either.
I'm a Metal guy but I dont necessarily hate pop music.....quite a bit of it is quite good at times. This song I can say I absolutely hate. But your version is fantastic. You blow me away Leo with your talent and skill in taking so many of these songs that I can't stand and create versions that I love to hear.
chrisjfinlay Plays The fact that it's a song you can't avoid in this country (Aotearoa). She lives on the North Shore. Maybe she'll jump off the Harbour bridge and do us all a favor. It's nothing but nonsensical fluff 😈 Death to the NZ mainstream music industry.
Mogshade I dont think that Royals is Mainstream... Its not written in minor nor in major. Actually it is written in mixolydian, what gives the song its odd feeling. And the fact, that in the starting you cant here much musical context in the background, just some drums and a little bit of bass, creates some sort of tension, which I think is really nice. Sorry for my bad English... I'm not a native speaker
Royals is alt-pop. New Zealand musicians should be grateful to her, she smashed open the doors to the international market for NZ artists. Crowded House and OMC are the only other NZ artists to make the US Top 10, but Royals was the song that showed industry people that NZ music can sell big-time. It is also a well written song and the message resonated with people of all ages. Of course like any song you can get sick of it.
I've played guitar for 40 years, played in several bands, made several albums and toured and I have to say that you're one of the most creative players Ive ever seen. You've made me listen to songs that I never thought I'd listen to..not on purpose anyway... Especially liked the Deep Purple and Kansas covers as I"m considered an "old dude" now....
I rarely comment on videos...... but are you fuckin' serious dude??? This is just on another level. You are incredible, i have just been watching your stuff for 2 hours straight and then i get hit with this solo. Absolutely next level. You have made so many 'meh' songs at the top of my playlists.
Bro, you wake up every single song you perform! These songs were already at their peak but you somehow pull more out! Thank you for these juicy jams! When I drive by people blasting your covers, they can't help but bob their heads a little! Lol
Leo you are a Viking Metal God who blesses your followers with the best music , truly fit for the gods ! Never stop please ! Not only do you make songs I never cared for listenable , but now you’ve turned one of my favorite songs into something beautiful and better in my opinion, as a musician and guitarist, man your breakdowns are brutal and amazing ! My brother you are the best ! Thank you! You are a gift to the world!
OMG!! that was crazy good, so much energy and each new part in the song just kept getting better and better!! I bow to you bro \m/ !!! You can bet I was singing along to each word haha :D
I happened across a video by accident a month ago. Leo you are absolutely insane! I rock out with your music to pick myself up and get going. This is awesome for the workout schedule. Keep it going man You know you rock. Hope to see you tour the States sometime!
I LOVED everything about this, the solo fit SO well, I love the energy and everything else. You are a super talented and I'm glad I found your channel!
Awesome!! A slightly different suggestion for you guys... I dont know if you know the band Incubus? I would LOVE to hear your version of an Incubus or a Red Hot Chili Peppers cover :) Thanks for the reply! Keep up the awesome awesome music!
I like how Leo always get to effectively turn songs into Metal, real metal and still retain it's non-metal essence, still retain the feeling the song transpires.
I somehow stumbled across your music...that was yesterday, I have not stopped yet...you guys are fucking amazing....i love how you include your family and personal life. Production...off the charts...You have been truly blessed, thank you for sharing YOU with US~
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Meu novo deus do metal com certeza é o Leo! Muito obrigada por todas esses covers! Abraços do Brasil!
My father introduced me to your music yesterday, I've been listening since. You are clearly a musical genius and are the first metal artist I've appreciated. Great work Leo. Best wishes from America!
not cloned, but you kinda got your wish? I mean, they're coming nowhere near me, but, "we'll" get to see the concert footage here I'm assuming. So that's a win! \o/
Man. Have you thought about putting some of these songs on iTunes? You do so many songs I don't listen to but I would listen to them now. Only if you do the songs.
It is very rare that i actually enjoy the video to a song enough to watch it while i listen, but i cant seem to bring myself to skip any of his videos!! I have never seen someone seem to enjoy what they are doing as much as him.
Wonderful as always, Leo! I love the instrumental breaks in the covers you do. Some of the covers I'm not acquainted with so my question is, Are those parts based on the cover or do you create your own bridges and instrumental sections??? Either way, I love what you're doing. Latah!
Hi folks! This one has been requested a while, so I decided to have some fun with it:) Remember all links regarding me & Frog Leap Studios can be found in the video description! Have a great day:)
i love it! love from Malaysia😘
Hey Leo, do you want to start a band?
this is the proper cover i've waiting for! good job leo!
much luv from da dirty south brah... new orleans la.
The wawa solo part at 3:16 sounds so great!
My ol lady passed away bout 4 months ago in my arms waiting on the ambulance... but a few months before she passed she heard this and Heathens by Leo and was a metal head every since lol.. Leo buddy your music has gotten me thru some dark times the last 4months.. cant thank ya enough.. probably saved my life man.
Tallpaul Hutchens Jr. God bless you and your wife! Man, stay strong. Have you noticed any signs that tells you she's still around you? It does happen.
@@ialone7487 yea i have... sometimes it makes me smile and sometimes it dont.. on the times it gets me down i just turn on some leo and jam out til im not as despressed anymore lol
Tallpaul Hutchens Jr. Understood brother. Once again may God be with you both and Rock On!!!!
@@ialone7487 thanks man i sure appreciate it.. its been a rough few months and still is but im slowly getting myself dusted off and going back at it again. God Bless and rock on!
Tallpaul Hutchens Jr. Will do! And you sir are welcome!!!!
I got nothing against Lorde's version of this song, but that solo you laid down in the middle of this cover just transcended the whole thing. Beautiful.
My husband and I have been jamming to your videos for a few hrs now, and I have to say that YOU are f*@#ing brilliant!!!
Manda hated metal till I showed her leo
So... dude plays all the instruments, sings, and edits it perfectly? I believe in gods now.
And His name's Leo
Fuck yea! Yes! Leo is God!
well said - Lorde Leo
Yeah he is god with ONLY one thing he can never do...that is, having a SOLO CONCERT...
@@zeekepultura LMAO
The reason I love leo so much is every single time he put his own special solo and every single time is awesome
I love everything in his songs, but I always wait for his own solo... This one is also great. :)
+Aussie John you just keep coming back with the negativity don't you? We all want to see Leo be incredible and criticism helps everybody grow and become better at their craft but all I ever see you post is constant negative shit about the only person actively starting a pop to metal revolution, which as a whole is very well done. You're just one of those people where nothing is ever good enough for you and that's fine but the rest of us don't really care about what you have to say anymore.
+Aussie John No one wants only negative feedback either. Some his recent work I've felt has been his best. Just cause it's not like how it used to be with his "early home runs" doesn't mean he's having a bad year like you've said in other videos. I'm not saying critical feedback that's not entirely positive doesn't have its place, but all I ever see you do is rip on his new stuff and talk about how great the old shit was. He's going to do what he wants regardless of what we think or say, stop bringing the rest of us down man
I like the Break Downs better
+Aussie John FUCKING LIAR
All hail the heavy metal King, Sir Leo Moracchioli!
Manowar called, they want their title back.
Lemmy called, he wants people to stop throwing his title around
ChadwicKed
Hell Yes!
Didn't he say he wanted us to call him Queen Bee?
(Kneeling)
Few people ever recognize their talents, and even fewer choose to share them with the rest of us. But, here you are… a one-man shockwave, killing it.
Every single cover makes me smile. I am not a metal fan but you do something that just blows my mind. Please do Major Tom.
Space Oddity?
I agree, I like metal, but this highlights how cool it is!
It's probably because you can tell how much fun he's having making these videos :)
You like metal yet?
You're a metal fan now.
That solo...wow
I came across this today and I am already listening to this for the 10th time! DAMN! THIS GUY IS A FRIGGIN' MONSTER!
I love watching the people walk by my house.. always looking to see where that awesome music is coming from.. leo loud and proud everyday... all day..
Omg. Im not even a fan of metal music but i have been stuck in your channel for 5hrs now. Its 02:27 am and i cant bring myself to go to bed - these covers are just too freakin awesome! I cant believe you have done something like this, the different instruments, the voice, the EDITING too... I am as i said not even a metal fan, but i loved EVERY SINGLE SONG so far, sub, like, fanboy for life! Truly great, i will buy all your songs on itunes to have in my car (i hope i dont crash). Hats off, looking forward to listening to some of my favorite songs in an even better version - you rock, im out.
Much love from Sweden.
I just discovered this channel last night and had the exact same experience!!!
Yeah I am hooked. And they are all different.and diverse not done to a set sound or method. He is always experimenting. They are covers and they are creative asf. That can be harder to get your creative freak on with than writing something from scratch. I don't expect from hearing the outros Leo has a prob with Creating from Scratch either.
Fan from new zealand for life leo 🤟🏿🤟🏿🤟🏿🤟🏿
I like this more than the original song :)
same here
Leo
Leo rojas
I love both of them, equally.
Lorde would flap her ears if she listened to this, it's got swag :D.
It's a " metal" version. Everything is better with metal.
This is awesome!
I very much recommend Bohemian Rhapsody!!
YES!
yes!
Oh yes please!!
yes!
Yessss! I bet it would come out amazing :)
Love the solo! Honestly all of his guitar solos are killer.
I've lost count how many times I've watched this
Norwegian BADASS love your music brother
My car stereo is full of your covers song leo! Good job.....
Thanks:)
"O"
I'm a Metal guy but I dont necessarily hate pop music.....quite a bit of it is quite good at times. This song I can say I absolutely hate.
But your version is fantastic. You blow me away Leo with your talent and skill in taking so many of these songs that I can't stand and create versions that I love to hear.
With no disrespect meant, I'm curious what it is about this song you hate?
chrisjfinlay Plays
The fact that it's a song you can't avoid in this country (Aotearoa).
She lives on the North Shore.
Maybe she'll jump off the Harbour bridge and do us all a favor.
It's nothing but nonsensical fluff 😈
Death to the NZ mainstream music industry.
Mogshade I dont think that Royals is Mainstream... Its not written in minor nor in major. Actually it is written in mixolydian, what gives the song its odd feeling. And the fact, that in the starting you cant here much musical context in the background, just some drums and a little bit of bass, creates some sort of tension, which I think is really nice.
Sorry for my bad English... I'm not a native speaker
Royals is alt-pop. New Zealand musicians should be grateful to her, she smashed open the doors to the international market for NZ artists. Crowded House and OMC are the only other NZ artists to make the US Top 10, but Royals was the song that showed industry people that NZ music can sell big-time.
It is also a well written song and the message resonated with people of all ages. Of course like any song you can get sick of it.
I've played guitar for 40 years, played in several bands, made several albums and toured and I have to say that you're one of the most creative players Ive ever seen. You've made me listen to songs that I never thought I'd listen to..not on purpose anyway... Especially liked the Deep Purple and Kansas covers as I"m considered an "old dude" now....
Still Loving this Jam in 2022!! Fricking Awesome!!
Who needs Top40 when there is Leo to make everything awesome.
Been binge watching you. This is one of your best!
Yup. Still one of my favs and I come back to it often.
I love it - but Dark Horse is my favorite he does so far. Feel Good Inc. Very close 2nd - especially the video LoL ✌️😎🎶
darkhorse is my favorite also. I really like " i think therefore I am " as well
Everything its batter in Metal
yep :)
\m/
O Jea
But what kind of batter is it? Is it pancake batter or...
I'm genuinely interested
+Kitaanis watch the Video Form steveT . " If Djent was added to the Oxford dictionary" , its hilarious .
total eargasm
wheeze-
Oh yeah
I admit, I still find myself coming to hear this version of the song often. Much better than the original..
Man the vocals in the chorus (where all the harmonies come in) are so intense! Love it.
I love metal, I love Lorde. Perfect mix.
I rarely comment on videos...... but are you fuckin' serious dude??? This is just on another level. You are incredible, i have just been watching your stuff for 2 hours straight and then i get hit with this solo. Absolutely next level. You have made so many 'meh' songs at the top of my playlists.
Rik Allen. felt the same way makes a mofo wanna jam
A good song is a good song. Many pop songs ARE good songs, it's just that niche audiences such as metal tend to not enjoy pop style.
@@immaculatetoilet *good songwriting does not mean good song. Good execution makes good song.
Bro, you wake up every single song you perform! These songs were already at their peak but you somehow pull more out! Thank you for these juicy jams! When I drive by people blasting your covers, they can't help but bob their heads a little! Lol
The solo is perfect, it gives me goose bumps
U wait till he performs in his SOLO concert
If every hit song from the last 30 years or so could be replaced by a cover of Leo Moracchioli, the world would be a much better place.
Leo you are a Viking Metal God who blesses your followers with the best music , truly fit for the gods ! Never stop please ! Not only do you make songs I never cared for listenable , but now you’ve turned one of my favorite songs into something beautiful and better in my opinion, as a musician and guitarist, man your breakdowns are brutal and amazing ! My brother you are the best ! Thank you! You are a gift to the world!
YOU HAVE COVERED SO MANY SONGS I CANNOT STOP LISTENING NOW
That is one of the best Solos that i've ever heard.....
Jack Woods I'm with you bro, the solo and even the riff at the end gives me chills ... Leo should write a song of his own based on that riff ...
Espen Holmen Yeah, he has the imagination to make songs that could be even bigger in just his outros....
Jack Woods a crybaby completely pulled back is a great noise.
OMG!! that was crazy good, so much energy and each new part in the song just kept getting better and better!! I bow to you bro \m/ !!! You can bet I was singing along to each word haha :D
just make a collaboration again with hin on an a7x son (bat country, hail to the king, shepherd of fire) :) imho. have a nice weekend
you should do another cover with Leo!!! your voice is also great 😍😆😆
Eye of the tiger cover is one of my favorite covers/colabs, best version of the song period!
Jack's da Boss
How Leo doesn't have his own TV show is a mystery to me. The guy is loaded with talent.
I love how So many people have covered this song and covered it in diffrent genres !!! Wonderful
I happened across a video by accident a month ago. Leo you are absolutely insane! I rock out with your music to pick myself up and get going. This is awesome for the workout schedule. Keep it going man You know you rock. Hope to see you tour the States sometime!
This is the coolest sht I've ever heard.
I'd love to see him on uk got talent and just blow their minds and see the audience go crazy
Du bist echt einer der krassesten Künstler die ich jemals gesehen habe 😮
Bravo!!!
Is there a genre called happy metal? If not Leo you should claim it! This is amazing! Much love coming from minnesota! Keep it up brother 🤘
Lol. When the track ended I said “damn that was hot.” Then the out piece came in and you said it was hot in the studio. 🔥🤘🏼
I LOVED everything about this, the solo fit SO well, I love the energy and everything else. You are a super talented and I'm glad I found your channel!
Been following this guy for like 10 years. Everything he does is gold..
This has one of the very best breakdowns. Demonstrates his talents
man he's rockin' the hell out. hell yeah!
Hey Leo...
What would you say your personal favorite cover is that you have ever done?
Love your work man!
Thanks, maybe Pink-Try or Chandelier
Awesome!! A slightly different suggestion for you guys... I dont know if you know the band Incubus? I would LOVE to hear your version of an Incubus or a Red Hot Chili Peppers cover :) Thanks for the reply! Keep up the awesome awesome music!
Snow would be a good Chilli Peppers cover, don't you think?
Dette klarer du, Leo
Chandelier and elastic heart both amazing my wife is a sia fan so i get that stuff when she drives lol
Same!
I smile when i watch this!
I like how Leo always get to effectively turn songs into Metal, real metal and still retain it's non-metal essence, still retain the feeling the song transpires.
He’s having so much fun oh my god this is amazing!!
I somehow stumbled across your music...that was yesterday, I have not stopped yet...you guys are fucking amazing....i love how you include your family and personal life. Production...off the charts...You have been truly blessed, thank you for sharing YOU with US~
Meu novo deus do metal com certeza é o Leo! Muito obrigada por todas esses covers!
Abraços do Brasil!
Rock On!
When I heard this For the first time so did the Neighborhood
My father introduced me to your music yesterday, I've been listening since.
You are clearly a musical genius and are the first metal artist I've appreciated.
Great work Leo.
Best wishes from America!
Such a AWESOME version of this Pop Song!
dude....you are the Phil Collins of Heavy Metal...
Rock On!
The passion you put in this cover is overwhelming. Fucking amazing!
Coldplay - Paradise please :) I think it will be challenging and interesting!
It's a really good idea ! I agree :)
+Caleb Wilson check out the dirty heads cover.... it's much better than Coldplay although not metal.....
There is nothing more metal........than what this man does. salute
That lil bass fill top notch
This is so damn good hahah! Sweet shirt too ;)
You sir, are a beast 😁. Leo's not too shabby, either 🤪.
Please clone yourself x4, and go on tour. I'd pay to see you live!
not cloned, but you kinda got your wish?
I mean, they're coming nowhere near me, but, "we'll" get to see the concert footage here I'm assuming.
So that's a win!
\o/
No doubt!
You should do a crank that soulja boy metal cover.
Leo is so groovy with his tasty riffs on like every fucking song, makes you wonder if he has an endless supply of badass.
Absolutely brilliant!!
This is the first New Zealand song you have covered. Good stuff mate.
Greetings from Malaysia.
Lorde need to do metal. xD
Probably that way i ll realize that she is a Kiwi. LOL
This has more views and likes than the original..for good reason! We love u leo
Alta Highland the original has 668M views lol
We have to get this more views than the original.
Change the speed to 1,25
Wow, that actually does sound even better.
thankkyou
Sooooooooooooooo better *.*
Haha...thanks for the tip.
Thank you! Couldn't decide whether to like this one or not - now I do!
Holy SHHHHIT this is FIRE 🔥
Damn Leo. You have inspired me to pick up my guitar and start playing again for the first time in years. You are one of the best.
eminem - without me! cover of that!
Wtf.......... Its soooooo great!!! I love it...........
I haven't headbanged this hard in years. I may have whiplash. Leo!!! Love you bro! \m/_
Jesus Christ this was good!
This video should have more views. It is definitely one of his best.
Man. Have you thought about putting some of these songs on iTunes? You do so many songs I don't listen to but I would listen to them now. Only if you do the songs.
All my songs are on Itunes, links in the video desciption:)
You're the only youtuber I'm a patron of man. Love your work.
Thanks:)
same here :)
+Frog Leap Studios badass doots
Same here! 1st RUclipsr I ever came across that was SO worth monetary support!!
+Frog Leap Studios you're welcome. I was just thinking that The Turtles - happy together might lend itself well to metal. Awesome melody
Ya im Lorde! Lorde, Lorde, Lorde!
YA! YA! YA!
South Park 😂😂❤
Lets metal this :)
It is very rare that i actually enjoy the video to a song enough to watch it while i listen, but i cant seem to bring myself to skip any of his videos!! I have never seen someone seem to enjoy what they are doing as much as him.
Leo, I know this an old video game but I still show it to my daughter's to show them what real music is. Please don't stop
I'm pretty sure a metal detector would read this as gold
my metal detector blows up every time I watch any Leo cover :D :D
Maurice-Mores
I love it. Good wit!
An internet for you
Apparently, you've never heard any metal. Its bubble-gum, pop rock at best.
gold ? nearly platin....
*A metal cover of Pumped Up Kicks would be nice XD*
3 Teeth
just when I thought weird al did the best cover I find this.
youve just taken over my playlist for my motorcycle. now not only do i get to enjoy your music...but so does everyone within a 50ft radius
Who in the world would thumbs down this majestic piece of beautiful metal art?
Wow, Leo, iis there anything you CANT do??? also can you do cake by the ocean?
He did the vocals in UMC's version. ;)
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you sir are my hero next to leo xD
Good Lorde ! It is way better than the original !
way better then lorde's version :P
Hfs yes! Love it I feel good when I hear this ☺️💕💕💕💕
Does anyone know how you hear a song and you just don't want it to end? That's every single one of these cover man! AWESOME!
can you pleaaasee doo Paradise City its mine favourite song
But it's already a metal song
+Thomas Grandsire are you sirus
+Thomas Grandsire ???
+Hidde Van Dongen yeah, by Guns and Roses
Everyone knows who played Paradise city. What's surprising is that you think GnR are metal... smh
Sound of Silence metal covef
cover
I don't really see that. I mean, Disturbed did the cover but it's not a metal cover, it's just a cover by a metal band.
Nevermore did a pretty good metal cover. I'm sure Leo could pull it off :)
ljohnson9988 I didn't know that. I checked that out and it doesn't really work for me. Then again, I'm not a Nevermore fan.
cover of cover?
Wonderful as always, Leo! I love the instrumental breaks in the covers you do. Some of the covers I'm not acquainted with so my question is, Are those parts based on the cover or do you create your own bridges and instrumental sections??? Either way, I love what you're doing. Latah!
Thanks, I always try to add some own flavor in the middle parts:)
Thanks for the reply. I am a true fan and admire your creativity.
The metal gods bow at your feet!!! Yesssss!
Between this one and hey Jude they are so fantastic I applaud you leo