I just saw Jeffrey perform at the 1230 club in Nashville a few weeks ago. He did this song and it was arguably one of the most powerful and moving performances I've ever seen in my 40 years on this planet. Absolutely amazing song writer and equally amazing performer.
I was at that show and the next 2 years thereafter - my first trip to Nashville/Franklin. Sadly I lost my husband 2 years later and this version has always held a special place in my heart.
I'm sorry for You, it definitely hurts the most when we lose someone we love more than we love ourselves. I lost my beautiful Wife in 2019. RIP, our lost loves. God bless You and keep You safe.
The fact that this man, is the one who gave us what hurts the most, is in all fact a miracle in itself, one of the most beautiful, heart wrenching songs that most people know of, it does hit me harder each and every day, that the people in our lives that die, we do not know if we will ever see them again, and that all we can do is hope and pray, that there is a god who sees through our mistakes who sees through our mistakes, who sees our flaws, and that will allow us to all to come together again, much love.
You can be assured that He will come through for us. This sad state of affairs is never what he intended. And he will make it right in his own time. That was his original purpose and he cannot lie so all his promises come true. He never meant for any of us to die. And plans on bringing them all back to a different world where there will be no more suffering or death or pain. He is the embodiment of love and even watched his own son die on earth here and be disrespected but they both loved humans so much that they were willing to make that sacrifice to right the wrong that Adam committed in Eden and thus we had to live in imperfection ever since because of his greed in thinking he didn't need God. Well did we ever do a good job independently from God didn't we? Well God needed time for humans to prove they can't rule themselves. Only God can clean this up now. Even the Devil was once an angel and thought so much of himself that he turned against God and took 1/3 of the angels down with him. God promises he will do away with him forever so he can't hurt people any longer. He is out to devour families and take advantage of people who are vulnerable. I truly believe he is behind all the poisoned drugs that are killing people on the streets. This is not real life. That's coming and it won't be late. The bible is not just another old unrelateable story. Every prophecy has come true so far and the rest of them will too including his grand original purpose for humans to live on a peaceful earth with plenty to eat and a nice home to live in with no stress or heartbreak. Let that sink in. 🫂🙏🤸🌻🌈🌈🐒🐾🍉🍞🏫🏠💌
Aaron Lewis'es version is awesome 5 out of 5 and Rascal Flatts version is 4 out of 5. Still can't beat the original. Props to this amazing musician and such an amazing masterpiece.
Yeh but there's no clear video of it or even his own channel it would get more noalrighty if he had a TH-cam channel and so he get maybe get now he made this song but now RF
There is nothing like the writer of the song doing his own song this is absolutely wonderful. He does it better than anyone else cause it is HIS lyrics and song!!!
True dat, but given the song's subject, I think this raw, live performance is about as perfect as it can get, myself... Rascal Flatts did a perfect polished version of you prefer that... 👍
So sad what happened to his son. No parent should ever have to bury a child. I ca't even imagine what this guy went through. God bless him and his family.
In an interview, he said it's about his father according to this: robynnscorner.949starcountry.com/story-behind/october-2-2013-the-story-behind-the-song-what-hurts-the-most-by-rascal-flatts/ I guess he re-dedicated it, or the quote is bogus
@@JesseFleming1990 Correct...there's also the glaring fact that this song was written in 2003 and his son was killed on Sunday, January 28th, 2007 in a ATV accident. He does however dedicate this song to his son sometimes when he plays it live.
Aaron Lewis seemed to have nothing but respect for Jeffrey Steele. He gives credit to all the artists who he has covered and he covers them very well. He does covers of songs who have inspired him.
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Jeffrey is anmazing singer. And l know it's all been covered here in several other posts, but yeah he led Boy Howdy in the late 80's and early 90's and has since written more #1's for other artists than I have time to list. He's a true Nashville Triple Threat...Awesome singer, songwriter and musician, plus he's heavily involved in St. Jude Children Research Hospital. A pretty amazing all-around human being.
I lived in Woodstock GA 2006 thru 2009 and in 2007 he came and played in the courtyard Woodstock Park Gazeebo....to this day it was the BEST show I've ever seen....it turned me on to the songwriters behind the scenes that we never hear about...I bought 4 CD's that night and even got a hug from Jeff......I'll never forget that night soooo many songs that he was involved with writing whether it was music or lyrics was just an amazing eye opener for me.....I had no idea he wrote or co-wrote so many amazing songs that I loved....and yes obviously I'm a guitar player....lol
I've seen Jeffrey perform this song live many times in Nashville. I never fails to move me. He has so many good songs that he has written, not just this one. An incredible talent.
Such a touching song, and one I'm sure so many people around the world; no matter the country, religion, or ethnic background can truly relate to for a moment in their life. What a legend you are Mr. Steele, thank you so much for this!
when the crowd sings it gets me. anybody else? There's not that much of a crowd but they're helping him sing it to make it as good a performance it can be. possibly as tribute to his son. brilliant performance
Matthew Van Someren yes.. AL..like a true man and excellent artist in his own right, no bull shit or equivocation tagged this as Jeffery 's song .leading me and many to him. as is His due ..
All the years have passed and I’m still here. Still think of how Jeffrey’s pain and mine are similar. For anyone that doesn’t know Alex was his son and died in an accident on his four wheeler. Anytime I hear RF’s version come on I share how he’s done it here and how they should check it out. Nobody can duplicate authentic passion and pain. Great job JS 👍🏽🙏🏽
Hi Jeff, remember the Post Offic & Customers Bowling Banquets? We retired a few years back. Sa to say after 48 years Dick passed away last April. But I do know that he always talked about you and how proud he was of you, ( so am I ). Dick and I both watched every episode of Nashville Star because you were on it. Your still awesome today and I love your song. God Bless you always 🙏
I've seen this song covered so much. But this performance by the original rocking the fuck out is far and away the most powerful I've ever seen it or heard it done. I fucking love this performance more every time I watch it
I grew up listening to Rascal Flatts!!! So, this is the gentleman behind this song!!! I absolutely LOVE this song❤❤!!!!!! And it makes me cry as well. (for personal reasons.)
First time I've hear d this young man sing this (his) song. I cried those big ole hot tears that comes when your heart feels like it's breaking. I pray that our Father God lay peace on your heart. God Bless you and yours young man
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@@jeffreysteele9899 Hey Jeffrey, it's me, Jenny, one of the original Georgia Girls. I'm not sure if you knew this but I lost my son last year. He was 28. I saw you again at a winery a few months ago in Alpharetta. When you played this song it tore me slap out of the frame. I'm sure you saw Brooke and everybody coming to give me a big old hug. The song was sad after Alex died but it means even more now. Damn it. It sucks doesn't it? Remember the time I hollered out, "You're going to be a grandpa? 😂 Those grandbabies make life so worthwhile don't they? I am raising my son's only child, Lexi.... Hence why you don't see me in Nashville very often anymore 🤷 Hope to see you again and again and again soon 🤗❣️ and I hope to bring your newest little fan with me.... Her real name is Alexis and she was named after a girl named Alex. Maybe you will see this before Thanksgiving xause I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving 🦃💕
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zackfact Steele fucking slays it in this performance. I think if the mic was better and the recording was clear this would be a performance of a lifetime. I love Aaron Lewis version. it's the one I fell in love with first. but this one is so much more powerful. it's my favorite version of this song by far
i'm happy to discover the video of jeffrey steele performing his song "what hurts the most" has finally accumulated more views than the miley cyrus videos i posted around the same time. as well it should.
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Omg this is original?! Just came across it via random browsing. I was a teenager when RF's version came out, i loved it back then, listened to it everyday. This threw me back in time and gave a completely new vibes.. love this one too! Wow!
watched again n gave me chills the whole time....this song is like a hidden treasure! how the hell this didnt get out big..... well im glad i was able to find it...
+fourstringgirl i know it was but to me this a lot better compared to rascal flatts. i never heard them do it before i heard Aaron Lewis then Jeffery Steele. Main reason it blew up for them is just caz they big country band. i just feel Jeffery version a lot more powerful to me, nothing against rascal flatts. My family brought me up in country music, i dont mind it but it just doesnt .... grab me. Steele is into country but his version has something more to it...idk...well music is what it is, everyone likes what they like, salute! 🍻
+fourstringgirl awesome! you play bass!? i play guitar for fun n hobby. im a beggining, no musician lol good luck with music career n keep rocking fourstringirl! 👍
Yeah the Rascal Flatts version sucks compared to Jeff and Aaron's. Playing guitar for fun is great. Music means different things to different people and if you get enjoyment out of it for yourself then it has done its job! Have a blast!
GOT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET THIS AWESOME PERSON IN MY HOMETOWN HIM AND HIS BAND 3 RING CIRCUS AT THE TIME WERE AWESOME. THANK YOU JEFFREY STEELE FOR GREAT MUSIC AND THE AWESOME MEMORIES HOPE ME MEET AGAIN SOMEWHERE OUT THERE. KEEP ON ROCKIN 🎵🎶🎤🎤
This man is a gift from God, Boy Howdy and all of the songs he gave country music. I just wish that all of those songs could've been Boy howdy songs. It would've kept country music what it was. Maybe for a little longer.
Great song. Heartbreaker. So sad. Great talent. Great songwriter. Liked finally getting to hear the songwriter himself sing it. That was awesome. Jeffrey Steele, thank you sir. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. From the very depths of your own intense heartache and pain came such a tremendously beautiful song. Thank you for sharing your beautiful heart with us. Thank you for sharing your beautiful hurt with us.😢
I really don't care who sings it, the song is amazing. Jeffrey, Aaron, and RF all killed it. I love this version the best but we'd have never heard it without living in Nashville or The Flatts guys.
holy god man, this video is the total shizznit....what a truly inspired vocal performance. jeff steele is without a doubt the best male singer in nashville, hands down....not to mention the coolest guy on earth. i'm proud to call him a friend. LONG LIVE STEELEY!!!
i know i speak 4 many when saying we wish JS's family well today, the anniversary of his son's passing; our thoughts r w/them & so many others who have also lost their sons over the past few years in tragic circumstances; this Fest in remembrance of one such son is a wonderful way to help every1 who needs 2 heal from such a loss...2 remember & cherish memories & celebrate lives which were brief, but memorable.
Apparently 4 people dont like singer/songwriters who sing their own stuff, and then have someone else make it famouse..... Love this song....great performance....
Two things, 1. A lot of people seem confused on who sang it first, this guy wrote the song, the song was pitched to rascal flatts in 2005 and they recorded it for their 4th album, the writer Jeffery steele has written a few of RF’s songs in the past, later on Aaron Lewis covered it....2nd why is everyone hating on RF and praising Aaron Lewis, Aaron’s version isn’t original at all, it sounds like the original, at least RF put a twist on it, its in a higher key, beautiful harmony vocals and a soaring guitar solo.
Shae Barger ... I'm with you, I don't know why the hell people jump all over RF for a damn good business decision to record this song. All the versions kick ass, I think its stupid no one can appreciate great art no matter who does it without stupid asinine comments. Breathe deeply and enjoy.
I don't like or hate the RF's for recording it. The truth is I heard Aaron Lewis's version 1st then RF's version. For me I just like the way Aaron Lewis's acoustic version better, but this one is a really close 2nd. Mr. Steele has way more passion when he sing HIS song though. I'm surprised he didn't start crying cuz it looked like he was really close to doing so.
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Too many reasons as to why this song destroys me and fixes me each time I hear it! Rock and metal gets me every time and nothing is better than the original! JS should have gotten more traction and not just been pushed to the side to write music for others, but at least he is still a part of the industry he loves! Good luck to JS AND ALL OF YOU with whatever brought you here in the first place and may keep bringing you here with whatever life throws at you! ♥! Keep rocking! Rest and Rock in Paradise if there is such a place Alex, I stopped believing in it when I was 5, but if there is, hope you got there! \m/!
best version... it sounds so good cuz he wrote it as someone that writes im inspired it also reminds me of something i lost not a good song when ur drunk
ahhhhh, the oft forgotten songwriter. love when the ACTUAL songwriter gets their glory day in the sun
Big props to Aaron Lewis who always correclty credits Jeffery for this song.
Facts!
Aaron is a true artist not something created in a music mans office
Yess
Arron Lewis is a hack.. He took the easy way out to cover this song. He sang it extra slow using backing tracks
@@rsrsteve did your.parents have any children that lived?
This is an incredible live performance, from a man that is still hurting from the loss of his son.
Stay strong 😢💔 I lost a brother more than 18 years ago and I always come back to this song to grieve
Yeah great performance Jeffrey Knocks it out of the park and Tom Bukovac's heart felt run in the middle just amazing.
I just saw Jeffrey perform at the 1230 club in Nashville a few weeks ago. He did this song and it was arguably one of the most powerful and moving performances I've ever seen in my 40 years on this planet. Absolutely amazing song writer and equally amazing performer.
Lucky!
Glad to hear he is still performing
I was at that show and the next 2 years thereafter - my first trip to Nashville/Franklin. Sadly I lost my husband 2 years later and this version has always held a special place in my heart.
i lot has happened in our lives since jeffrey's performance 14 years ago. his performance occupies a special place in my heart, too.
I, too, have suffered loss and credit this performance in getting me through. I loved Nashville but couldn't stay.
I'm sorry for You, it definitely hurts the most when we lose someone we love more than we love ourselves. I lost my beautiful Wife in 2019. RIP, our lost loves. God bless You and keep You safe.
Jeffrey Steele is the best song writer in Nashville.
The fact that this man, is the one who gave us what hurts the most, is in all fact a miracle in itself, one of the most beautiful, heart wrenching songs that most people know of, it does hit me harder each and every day, that the people in our lives that die, we do not know if we will ever see them again, and that all we can do is hope and pray, that there is a god who sees through our mistakes who sees through our mistakes, who sees our flaws, and that will allow us to all to come together again, much love.
You can be assured that He will come through for us. This sad state of affairs is never what he intended. And he will make it right in his own time. That was his original purpose and he cannot lie so all his promises come true. He never meant for any of us to die. And plans on bringing them all back to a different world where there will be no more suffering or death or pain. He is the embodiment of love and even watched his own son die on earth here and be disrespected but they both loved humans so much that they were willing to make that sacrifice to right the wrong that Adam committed in Eden and thus we had to live in imperfection ever since because of his greed in thinking he didn't need God. Well did we ever do a good job independently from God didn't we? Well God needed time for humans to prove they can't rule themselves. Only God can clean this up now. Even the Devil was once an angel and thought so much of himself that he turned against God and took 1/3 of the angels down with him. God promises he will do away with him forever so he can't hurt people any longer. He is out to devour families and take advantage of people who are vulnerable. I truly believe he is behind all the poisoned drugs that are killing people on the streets. This is not real life. That's coming and it won't be late. The bible is not just another old unrelateable story. Every prophecy has come true so far and the rest of them will too including his grand original purpose for humans to live on a peaceful earth with plenty to eat and a nice home to live in with no stress or heartbreak. Let that sink in. 🫂🙏🤸🌻🌈🌈🐒🐾🍉🍞🏫🏠💌
He has given us way more than this one song. One of the best song writers ever! And under appreciated talents!
This is how this song was meant to be played....
Such a painful song yet i could play this more than a gazillion times and never get tired of listening to each and every word… Hugs to everyone!
Its hard to watch other people cover this song after seeing him perform it.
zackfact damn straight especially when he includes the people and they make it seem like its a real cmt video such an amazing song and writer
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this is great!
Aaron Lewis'es version is awesome 5 out of 5 and Rascal Flatts version is 4 out of 5. Still can't beat the original. Props to this amazing musician and such an amazing masterpiece.
yep ~ too much love in this version to ever top it
@@AzraelPercussionNEO Lewis' cover is OK, but that other one is worthless trash.
I don't know why his version didn't get popular.. So much raw emotion. It's truly a beautiful song.
agreed, never heard of jeffrey steele until aaron lewis credited him when he covered it and this guy rocks.
Aaron does a great job putting the emotion to the song and that is what brought me here. Jeffrey performs the hell out of it. Very nice.
Aaron's cover is great as well. Rascal Flatt's on the other hand can screw off in my opinion haha.
Yeh but there's no clear video of it or even his own channel it would get more noalrighty if he had a TH-cam channel and so he get maybe get now he made this song but now RF
Zack well said!
Never heard the man perform. Fantastic talent and story!!❤😊😢
There is nothing like the writer of the song doing his own song this is absolutely wonderful. He does it better than anyone else cause it is HIS lyrics and song!!!
You on drugs? He can't carry rascal flatts underwear
Andy 814 and neither one of them should even be allowed to listen to Aaron Lewis version!
@@nathanthreewitt8339 I see you like drugs
Andy 814 what makes you think that dude?
Hell yeah gimme the the writer anyday.
Jeffrey Steele is most famous in nashville as a song writer. He's got a laundry list of #1 hits that are sung by other artists.
There is not a soul in this world with the right better than Jeffrey Steele
I wish he would record this in studio. I feel like I've been waiting my whole life to hear this song performed properly.
how fucking bout it.
@@Jackzay90did it JUST get added? do i have the most impeccable timing in the universe discovering this song?
Couldn’t agree more; a re-release would be amazing, ❤
True dat, but given the song's subject, I think this raw, live performance is about as perfect as it can get, myself...
Rascal Flatts did a perfect polished version of you prefer that... 👍
This one still brings tears to my eyes every damn time...😪
I always keep coming back here, nobody does this song better than Jeffrey Steele. Music really is the best medicine
Jeffrey Steele defines singing from the heart. Aaron Lewis gives the credit Jeffrey Steele deserves.
So sad what happened to his son. No parent should ever have to bury a child. I ca't even imagine what this guy went through. God bless him and his family.
Steve Rivera my sister lost her baby when he was born
In an interview, he said it's about his father according to this: robynnscorner.949starcountry.com/story-behind/october-2-2013-the-story-behind-the-song-what-hurts-the-most-by-rascal-flatts/
I guess he re-dedicated it, or the quote is bogus
@@JesseFleming1990 Correct...there's also the glaring fact that this song was written in 2003 and his son was killed on Sunday, January 28th, 2007 in a ATV accident. He does however dedicate this song to his son sometimes when he plays it live.
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it hurts to lose any of your parents but it has to hurt more like hell to lose your own child :( RIP Alex
Aaron Lewis seemed to have nothing but respect for Jeffrey Steele. He gives credit to all the artists who he has covered and he covers them very well. He does covers of songs who have inspired him.
You can truly see the emotion he puts behind this song that none of the artists who cover it have.
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Thumbs up if this version made you teary eyed or felt your heart tug at the memory of someone you lost
Respect Jeffrey Steele
Jeffrey is anmazing singer. And l know it's all been covered here in several other posts, but yeah he led Boy Howdy in the late 80's and early 90's and has since written more #1's for other artists than I have time to list. He's a true Nashville Triple Threat...Awesome singer, songwriter and musician, plus he's heavily involved in St. Jude Children Research Hospital. A pretty amazing all-around human being.
I can't get enough of this song.
Wish more people these days played with as much emotion as him, whatever happened to that?
I lived in Woodstock GA 2006 thru 2009 and in 2007 he came and played in the courtyard Woodstock Park Gazeebo....to this day it was the BEST show I've ever seen....it turned me on to the songwriters behind the scenes that we never hear about...I bought 4 CD's that night and even got a hug from Jeff......I'll never forget that night soooo many songs that he was involved with writing whether it was music or lyrics was just an amazing eye opener for me.....I had no idea he wrote or co-wrote so many amazing songs that I loved....and yes obviously I'm a guitar player....lol
Stud... end of story.
Best version of the song out there and it's all his.
I've seen Jeffrey perform this song live many times in Nashville. I never fails to move me. He has so many good songs that he has written, not just this one. An incredible talent.
Jeff wrote it, and his version is the best. Dang song stays in my head.
what a heartfelt song, he wears his son around his heart as well as his heart on his sleeve. its the type of song......that changes people
I've never heard this version before 🤯 Much better than several recorded versions. Love the electric guitar sound ❤️ Hats off to Jeffrey Steele 🎸
Such a touching song, and one I'm sure so many people around the world; no matter the country, religion, or ethnic background can truly relate to for a moment in their life. What a legend you are Mr. Steele, thank you so much for this!
when the crowd sings it gets me. anybody else? There's not that much of a crowd but they're helping him sing it to make it as good a performance it can be. possibly as tribute to his son. brilliant performance
I’m not sure I have words for what he just did with that guitar...
one of the few people who can make a guitar talk to you
Hands down, the best version! And most importantly, the original! Hats off to AAron, but you know if it inspires Aaron, it must be awesome.
Matthew Van Someren yes.. AL..like a true man and excellent artist in his own right, no bull shit or equivocation tagged this as Jeffery 's song .leading me and many to him. as is His due ..
Exactly Aaron did it with the same passion . Rascal flats just had a music producer tell them to cover it . I never liked their flaky cover .
All the years have passed and I’m still here. Still think of how Jeffrey’s pain and mine are similar. For anyone that doesn’t know Alex was his son and died in an accident on his four wheeler. Anytime I hear RF’s version come on I share how he’s done it here and how they should check it out. Nobody can duplicate authentic passion and pain. Great job JS 👍🏽🙏🏽
ONE OF THE GREATEST SONGS EVER WRITEN AND PERFORMED
Only “Mary did you know” is better than this song!!!
Hi Jeff, remember the Post Offic & Customers Bowling Banquets? We retired a few years back. Sa to say after 48 years Dick passed away last April. But I do know that he always talked about you and how proud he was of you, ( so am I ). Dick and I both watched every episode of Nashville Star because you were on it. Your still awesome today and I love your song. God Bless you always 🙏
Instant chills when the crowd starts singing. I love when that happens.
BIG Respect to the Original 👍
crazy how many people think Rascal Flatts are the original.
I've seen this song covered so much. But this performance by the original rocking the fuck out is far and away the most powerful I've ever seen it or heard it done. I fucking love this performance more every time I watch it
I grew up listening to Rascal Flatts!!! So, this is the gentleman behind this song!!! I absolutely LOVE this song❤❤!!!!!! And it makes me cry as well. (for personal reasons.)
First time I've hear d this young man sing this (his) song. I cried those big ole hot tears that comes when your heart feels like it's breaking. I pray that our Father God lay peace on your heart. God Bless you and yours young man
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@@jeffreysteele9899 Hey Jeffrey, it's me, Jenny, one of the original Georgia Girls. I'm not sure if you knew this but I lost my son last year. He was 28. I saw you again at a winery a few months ago in Alpharetta. When you played this song it tore me slap out of the frame. I'm sure you saw Brooke and everybody coming to give me a big old hug. The song was sad after Alex died but it means even more now. Damn it. It sucks doesn't it? Remember the time I hollered out, "You're going to be a grandpa? 😂 Those grandbabies make life so worthwhile don't they? I am raising my son's only child, Lexi.... Hence why you don't see me in Nashville very often anymore 🤷 Hope to see you again and again and again soon 🤗❣️ and I hope to bring your newest little fan with me.... Her real name is Alexis and she was named after a girl named Alex. Maybe you will see this before Thanksgiving xause I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving 🦃💕
fair play for keeping his composure on stage too. After all he is singing it for his son passed away
Ryan Telford 😞💔
He shows pain clearly throughout multiple parts and is trying not to cry.
Thank you for that great beautiful song
I sure hope the world doesnt forget about Jeff Steele...Hes one of not a whole lot of great talents Nashville has left
when he sings the part "and never knowing" and goes lil high on knowing 3:12 makes this version the best for me. just that lil part
Dirtroad D YES!
Yes 100000% yes
Masterpiece. Damn that's beautiful. Love how he let the audience take it for a full verse and chorus.
Proof everything is better when it's rock!
My husband would agree 😂
Thank you Aaron Lewis for guiding me to this video. By far the best version of this song hands down!
That smile though while listening to everyone in the crowd singing the song.. Goddamn!
LOVE LOVE LOVE Jeffrey Steele...no other artist has brought me to tears with his voice the way he has....
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This guy wrote it
Rascal faltts recorded it
But aaron lewis fucking rocked it
true talk
agreed can't say it better my self but this version is still great.
Agreed! I wish he would not have even let RF touch it! One of the best songs ever written.
I think Steele kills it in a good way here.
zackfact Steele fucking slays it in this performance. I think if the mic was better and the recording was clear this would be a performance of a lifetime. I love Aaron Lewis version. it's the one I fell in love with first. but this one is so much more powerful. it's my favorite version of this song by far
As a fellow singer/songwriter, the beauty of this performance moves me to tears. Every time. Thank you , Jeffrey.
i'm happy to discover the video of jeffrey steele performing his song "what hurts the most" has finally accumulated more views than the miley cyrus videos i posted around the same time. as well it should.
That guitar intro is fantastic
The original is always the best! It is amazing all of the great songs he has written and nobody seems to know who he is!!!!!!!!!!!!
Not only is the song itself incredible but the guitar playing on it enhances the emotions sooo much!! I absolutely love this performance!
The rocking version of a great song. Thanks Jeffrey Steele for sharing.
My dad and captain tarus this is for you boys.....its beautiful in heaven I miss you both but the song tells it all thanks Jeffrey
Best version of this song anywhere.
This was my dad that past away this was his favorite song it brings me to tears 😭
How am I just now finding out about this guy. I've loved this song for years and I've finally found the source. Just awesome but so sad.
Fucking legend. This is transcendentally beautiful.
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Love this song. Still listening in 2020.
This is definitely the best version of the song, the way it was written. He's so talented & addictive to listen to.
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Best and the saddest words ever written.
This version is hands down the most heart wrenching version, you can feel his pain and hear it in his voice. Definitely my favorite version.
Oh man! Out fucking standing!!!
Thank you Uncle Larry!
Omg this is original?! Just came across it via random browsing. I was a teenager when RF's version came out, i loved it back then, listened to it everyday. This threw me back in time and gave a completely new vibes.. love this one too! Wow!
watched again n gave me chills the whole time....this song is like a hidden treasure! how the hell this didnt get out big..... well im glad i was able to find it...
It was a huge hit for Rascal Flatts on the country music chart....
+fourstringgirl i know it was but to me this a lot better compared to rascal flatts. i never heard them do it before i heard Aaron Lewis then Jeffery Steele. Main reason it blew up for them is just caz they big country band. i just feel Jeffery version a lot more powerful to me, nothing against rascal flatts. My family brought me up in country music, i dont mind it but it just doesnt .... grab me. Steele is into country but his version has something more to it...idk...well music is what it is, everyone likes what they like, salute! 🍻
+fourstringgirl awesome! you play bass!? i play guitar for fun n hobby. im a beggining, no musician lol good luck with music career n keep rocking fourstringirl! 👍
Yeah the Rascal Flatts version sucks compared to Jeff and Aaron's.
Playing guitar for fun is great. Music means different things to different people and if you get enjoyment out of it for yourself then it has done its job! Have a blast!
Thats because its his song, he wrote.
GODDAMN THIS GUY CAN SING AND PLAY!!!
GOT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET THIS AWESOME PERSON IN MY HOMETOWN HIM AND HIS BAND 3 RING CIRCUS AT THE TIME WERE AWESOME. THANK YOU JEFFREY STEELE FOR GREAT MUSIC AND THE AWESOME MEMORIES HOPE ME MEET AGAIN SOMEWHERE OUT THERE. KEEP ON ROCKIN 🎵🎶🎤🎤
This man is a gift from God, Boy Howdy and all of the songs he gave country music. I just wish that all of those songs could've been Boy howdy songs. It would've kept country music what it was. Maybe for a little longer.
Great song.
Heartbreaker.
So sad.
Great talent.
Great songwriter.
Liked finally getting to hear the songwriter himself sing it.
That was awesome.
Jeffrey Steele, thank you sir.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
From the very depths of your own intense heartache and pain came such a tremendously beautiful song.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful heart with us.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful hurt with us.😢
You can hear and feel the pain in this performance, this is the best version of this song Ive heard.
This is one of the best live performances and the bass player looks chill A/F!!!!
I lost my own son 8 years ago. He was twenty-four. This song tears me up every time I hear it...
One of the best songs ever. Few songs have so much connection to everyone that hears it. We have all been there.
Pure music, and complete songwriting from the heart.
This should be your hit single man!!! Much appreciated for the feeling behind your song!!
I really don't care who sings it, the song is amazing. Jeffrey, Aaron, and RF all killed it. I love this version the best but we'd have never heard it without living in Nashville or The Flatts guys.
This is without a doubt THE MOST heartfelt performance I have ever seen. Awesome video
you have made alot of people rich with your talent writing music your a good writer man keep the money do it yourself brother you can do it
holy god man, this video is the total shizznit....what a truly inspired vocal performance. jeff steele is without a doubt the best male singer in nashville, hands down....not to mention the coolest guy on earth. i'm proud to call him a friend. LONG LIVE STEELEY!!!
BRAVO! Amazingly performed. Most Heartfelt Words In A Song Ever.
Tears every time
i know i speak 4 many when saying we wish JS's family well today, the anniversary of his son's passing; our thoughts r w/them & so many others who have also lost their sons over the past few years in tragic circumstances; this Fest in remembrance of one such son is a wonderful way to help every1 who needs 2 heal from such a loss...2 remember & cherish memories & celebrate lives which were brief, but memorable.
This video alone should have more views, praise and shared, love etc than ALL AND ANY of the covers.
Apparently 4 people dont like singer/songwriters who sing their own stuff, and then have someone else make it famouse..... Love this song....great performance....
Two things, 1. A lot of people seem confused on who sang it first, this guy wrote the song, the song was pitched to rascal flatts in 2005 and they recorded it for their 4th album, the writer Jeffery steele has written a few of RF’s songs in the past, later on Aaron Lewis covered it....2nd why is everyone hating on RF and praising Aaron Lewis, Aaron’s version isn’t original at all, it sounds like the original, at least RF put a twist on it, its in a higher key, beautiful harmony vocals and a soaring guitar solo.
Shae Barger ... I'm with you, I don't know why the hell people jump all over RF for a damn good business decision to record this song. All the versions kick ass, I think its stupid no one can appreciate great art no matter who does it without stupid asinine comments. Breathe deeply and enjoy.
I don't like or hate the RF's for recording it. The truth is I heard Aaron Lewis's version 1st then RF's version. For me I just like the way Aaron Lewis's acoustic version better, but this one is a really close 2nd. Mr. Steele has way more passion when he sing HIS song though. I'm surprised he didn't start crying cuz it looked like he was really close to doing so.
Caribbean bound nails it....the ORIGINAL to cut it FIRST IS Mark Wills.
Aaron played and redid this too a perfect form. With great respect
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What a master. That's the only word I can use to describe this
Too many reasons as to why this song destroys me and fixes me each time I hear it! Rock and metal gets me every time and nothing is better than the original! JS should have gotten more traction and not just been pushed to the side to write music for others, but at least he is still a part of the industry he loves! Good luck to JS AND ALL OF YOU with whatever brought you here in the first place and may keep bringing you here with whatever life throws at you! ♥! Keep rocking! Rest and Rock in Paradise if there is such a place Alex, I stopped believing in it when I was 5, but if there is, hope you got there! \m/!
wow what a performance. I am so glad that I found it, thx to Aaron Lewis for mentioning Jeffrey name during his live performances of this great song.
I knew he wrote this but never heard him sing it.. AWESOME
best version... it sounds so good cuz he wrote it as someone that writes im inspired it also reminds me of something i lost not a good song when ur drunk