I'M On Fire-Matt Andersen

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  • @nathanr2144
    @nathanr2144 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2401

    I almost forgot to watch this today

    • @oMalleyaLan77
      @oMalleyaLan77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      I try to watch and listen everyday.l’m blown away by this version it.

    • @briansnyder9804
      @briansnyder9804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      It's great stuff my friends. Relax and enjoy

    • @oshacarman8991
      @oshacarman8991 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Glad I'm not the only one 🥰

    • @briansnyder9804
      @briansnyder9804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@oshacarman8991 No your not. It's great stuff.

    • @duncanharvey3959
      @duncanharvey3959 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Underrated comment

  • @Innocuous1
    @Innocuous1 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1551

    "When done right, music should breathe, be alive. It's not about getting it perfect, it's about capturing lightning in a bottle." - Bob Lefsetz

    • @karenqueen4312
      @karenqueen4312 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Innocuous1 yes!

    • @bluestogreen1693
      @bluestogreen1693 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Innocuous1 both should be achievable! Get it though. He did it right! Adultrey is no good though!

    • @andrieslouw6588
      @andrieslouw6588 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      2020

    • @esmith1225
      @esmith1225 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well said.

    • @arranh92
      @arranh92 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Innocuous1 what a loads of pish 🤣

  • @420Chief
    @420Chief 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +84

    Almost 2024 and… this is still the best version out there.

    • @DaveRyan1974
      @DaveRyan1974 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤️‍🔥

    • @jacqueashton
      @jacqueashton 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes!!!!!❤️

    • @BiancaRoux-mz5or
      @BiancaRoux-mz5or 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oh yes!

    • @RadioTaper94
      @RadioTaper94 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nah, Casandra Violet's version is way better. I almost fell asleep during this one.

    • @Johnnyboy0928
      @Johnnyboy0928 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It is almost 2025... and I still is.

  • @James-yy4vl
    @James-yy4vl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +890

    It’s absolutely criminal that’s there’s not a high quality version of this on Spotify

    • @muncieboy68
      @muncieboy68 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      He has so many covers that are just amazing. I wish they were all on Spotify.

    • @TheFinius
      @TheFinius 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      The version on "Live at Liberty House" is a great version if you are looking for one comparable to this.

    • @LisaManningMusic
      @LisaManningMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Same!!! I have searched but there's none. Tbf I don't think a studio version would come close to this anyway. So much feeling in this cover it's on another level

    • @davidcook2172
      @davidcook2172 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LisaManningMusic I agree. I have searched forever and have not seen it's equal.

    • @taborwl30
      @taborwl30 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I prefer this version over any studio version, just me I reckon

  • @myshadowkungfu
    @myshadowkungfu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +213

    'The Hunter.' Willem Dafoe. That was the first time I heard this song. In the middle of a 10 year drug and alcohol run. This is my first time hearing this version. 8 years of no alcohol or drugs now.

    • @benjaminmerry3348
      @benjaminmerry3348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hope the run is still going man! Love you!

    • @chrisnewman6047
      @chrisnewman6047 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Good Job!

    • @SLOCLMBR
      @SLOCLMBR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Congratulations on your new lease on life, pour your heart into it like Mr Matt here. Much love

    • @tylerlynch2849
      @tylerlynch2849 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is an excellent movie!

    • @MoseseYT
      @MoseseYT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congrats my guy 💯

  • @devinmceachern6619
    @devinmceachern6619 4 ปีที่แล้ว +841

    Everyone is talking about his singing but no one was mentioning how incredible his guitar playing is. His guitar playing alone made this performance and it’s almost not fair that he can do both so well.

    • @guydouglas6094
      @guydouglas6094 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      To do both - sing and play guitar very well is hard. Yes, his guitar playing is good. Good performance.

    • @dirkdiggler.
      @dirkdiggler. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Or his restraint from eating the guitar

    • @iainstewart2796
      @iainstewart2796 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Unbelievable acoustic guitar player live. Awesome singer as well but his guitar does most of the singing

    • @vsculpt
      @vsculpt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@dirkdiggler. Your are horrible excuse for a human being. Have you got even a tiny fraction of his talent.If not then keep your nasty remarks to yourself. We don't need them. I am sure you are no oil painting yourself!!!!

    • @dirkdiggler.
      @dirkdiggler. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@vsculptNo, I think this a fantastic cover. Hes a talented performer whose also probably hungry.

  • @pierrekarlsson9598
    @pierrekarlsson9598 7 ปีที่แล้ว +822

    When Matt throws his big hair back, its business time

    • @mimorena7638
      @mimorena7638 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      LoL

    • @iamthebyron
      @iamthebyron 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Epic hair flip is epic.

    • @GuyFromTheSouth
      @GuyFromTheSouth 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      100%

    • @ioannisioannis5621
      @ioannisioannis5621 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      no......he Just hungry.....🍞🍞🍞

    • @peterrock1097
      @peterrock1097 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @user name taken Why project your homosexuality framed as an insult? Weirdo...

  • @TommyLikeTom
    @TommyLikeTom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    If someone sang this when they were actually on fire I would never put them out.

  • @emilymaleahtench9409
    @emilymaleahtench9409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    suddenly in the middle of the night, during the middle of this covid19 nightmare, I just woke up in the middle of the night and found your recording of this song, and it's just what my soul needed tonight

    • @manofiske3318
      @manofiske3318 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      You mean the mass media and politically driven hysterical response to a fairly mild strain of corona virus nightmare

    • @keeslogman9368
      @keeslogman9368 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Emily Maleah Tench 🖐🏽

    • @takethisguntandshoveit
      @takethisguntandshoveit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      mano fiske shut your chilli hole

    • @Xaython
      @Xaython 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@manofiske3318 go lick the door knob at the ICU

    • @catedoge3206
      @catedoge3206 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      beautiful

  • @brendonnel6631
    @brendonnel6631 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    One of the most breathtaking live performances from anyone i have ever seen. Dudes legit. He took me higher. Im on fire. 🔥

  • @thenrealitysaid3609
    @thenrealitysaid3609 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I’m sorry but I really like how he sang it but damn it they picked the worst time to clap it frustrates me

    • @tommylitchfield3450
      @tommylitchfield3450 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It's a live show. They clapped because they were excited.They didn't clap to annoy some random dude watching the song on youtube nine years later. You're not that important. Nobody cares if you are frustrated. Nobody. Not even your mom.

    • @thenrealitysaid3609
      @thenrealitysaid3609 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tommy Litchfield well they can wait till the end of the song it’s just rude

    • @thenrealitysaid3609
      @thenrealitysaid3609 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tommy Litchfield and commenting on something I posted a month ago what’s your point

    • @popmur7089
      @popmur7089 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@thenrealitysaid3609 I clapped at the wrong time once, didn't go down well....... was at my ex-wife's funeral. Tough crowd.

    • @thenrealitysaid3609
      @thenrealitysaid3609 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@popmur7089 😂

  • @LindonPBolton
    @LindonPBolton 5 ปีที่แล้ว +321

    I realise I'm very late to this but I've honestly listened to it an average of about 4 times a day for the last week and I've come to the conclusion that it's fucking awesome!

    • @mayleejones518
      @mayleejones518 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same here! Just found it today and I am obsessed!

    • @johngrindle3775
      @johngrindle3775 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love the way he throws his hair back and smiles after the next riff, just before he sings ....

    • @andrewwalsh6401
      @andrewwalsh6401 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lindon it took you that long! 😉

    • @trwsandford
      @trwsandford 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bump. This performance is timeless.

    • @redriverbluesman
      @redriverbluesman 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      He's something else!

  • @Deuce_1625
    @Deuce_1625 5 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    "The Ether surrounding that falsetto put my mind on a train passing somewhere lonesome, with a whistle blowing the stacks sky high, and echoing through a mountain holler, bound for anywhere else but here"...

    • @FrostyMiller
      @FrostyMiller 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This is beautiful.

    • @suhaibghazi7673
      @suhaibghazi7673 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where is this quote from. Cuz i like it

    • @mssmeadows3416
      @mssmeadows3416 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly

    • @Deuce_1625
      @Deuce_1625 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I write sometimes...

    • @puffdragon26
      @puffdragon26 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dustin Dixon keep it up

  • @excusemesir1840
    @excusemesir1840 4 ปีที่แล้ว +184

    The TH-cam algorithm has finally lead me to a video that I NEEDED to witness. My eyes are watering as I type this. What an emotional performance.
    Thank you.

    • @redriverbluesman
      @redriverbluesman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I've had the awesome fortune of watching this master a couple of times at our Winnipeg Folkfest. The best was when my wife and I ended up sitting next to him and his wife at dinner! Starstruck!! When he jammed with others at the festival, he was pretty much the meistro!

    • @excusemesir1840
      @excusemesir1840 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mark it seems as if most of the views and replies are from years ago, does he still perform? I’m not having much luck finding out if he tours the US or not.

    • @ronfreeman1349
      @ronfreeman1349 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@excusemesir1840 definitely still touring. stubbyfingers.ca is his site. Looks like you may have to come up here to Canada to see him though. Not sure where you are in the states, but worth the trip. I have seen him live many times, and would go back over and over.

    • @emilymaleahtench9409
      @emilymaleahtench9409 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    • @rickcole349
      @rickcole349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I volunteer at Hillside Festival in Guelph and was posted backstage for Matt's performance. The tent filled up and a crowd grew on the walkway behind the stage. Matt's 50 minutes became an hour fifteen because the applause wouldn't stop. Even the act waiting to perform marveled at him. Seen him play a couple of times since and he wowed us each time. Cool guy, too-- hangs around at the merch table after to chat and sign autographs.

  • @tobiasschuett2030
    @tobiasschuett2030 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +53

    I saw him yesterday in Berlin and he sang this song. absolutely brilliant. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to hear such an impressive voice live.

    • @mdibound
      @mdibound 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Where to? Does he tour?

    • @tanyabell7748
      @tanyabell7748 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Adam Baldwin open for him?? Hes awesome too!

  • @nigelsingh1586
    @nigelsingh1586 6 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    The voice. The pitch. The control. The guitar playing. The soul. The lingering sense of wanting into the crescendo of lust. This is a complete performance.

  • @MarieCindy
    @MarieCindy 10 ปีที่แล้ว +249

    un-be-lievable..... just randomly clicked on a picture I saw on the right and then hearing something like this.....
    His voice just blows me away

    • @danielward3879
      @danielward3879 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      R55rrr54r5r45454r5r5r545r45rrr4Yeah and a

    • @antiacus
      @antiacus 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same. Heard his playing. Thought, "hmm, this is not great", then finally, actually heard a cover better than the original. Wow.

    • @mahmoudrami9938
      @mahmoudrami9938 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can’t agree more

    • @GuyFromTheSouth
      @GuyFromTheSouth 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      One of the best rock voices ever recorded. Hes up there with Freddy Mercury.

    • @VansStoner1748
      @VansStoner1748 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@antiacus you heard his playing...and thought...."hmmm not that great"? Wtf

  • @broadcasttttable
    @broadcasttttable 6 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    A person need not get old as long as they discover (uncover?) something new every day. Today my revelation is Matt Andersen. Good God, what a voice/presence. That falsetto is ethereal.

    • @charmionwaller5449
      @charmionwaller5449 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      "ethereal"!!! Perfect description of that beautiful, floating howl!

    • @maxiboy4654
      @maxiboy4654 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dig

    • @Heavywall70
      @Heavywall70 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I reckon we’ll live forever then.
      Whether contained in a mortal coil or not.

    • @havok2396
      @havok2396 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try Sean Rowe - I'll follow your trail for a great falsetto. Especially when you hear his voice to start with..!

    • @lukedecol1505
      @lukedecol1505 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out saint Leonard's horses. Brilliant

  • @skullbonefortnitefilms4156
    @skullbonefortnitefilms4156 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The chords he plays before the song are absolutely beautiful. Great guitar playing and such a superb rendition of this song. From the UK.

  • @OnlySpoilers
    @OnlySpoilers ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I am not exaggerating when I say, this cover haunts me. I first saw it years ago, and I still think about it from time to time. I always come back to watch it again to see if his voice and guitar are as spellbinding as I remember them. Just as poignant and absolutely beautiful each and every time! ❤❤❤

    • @autech917
      @autech917 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You're not the only one. It's full send the whole song, love it to bits. Fuck studio recordings

    • @WanderlustmanC
      @WanderlustmanC 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Copy that.

  • @MaghoxFr
    @MaghoxFr 9 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    fuck, the voice is awesome I kept waiting all the great intro wishing the voice wouldn't ruin it. What a great cover!

    • @19Mikey74
      @19Mikey74 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      MaghoxFr The Voice is amazing to his style

  • @mikejh1967
    @mikejh1967 7 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    The most incredible cover version of my fave Springsteen song EVER. An astounding voice compliments the awesome guitaring. Gives me chills every time. Love it.

    • @harrisonnoel6450
      @harrisonnoel6450 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check out Town Mountains version

    • @sarax5603
      @sarax5603 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just listened to the original and i dig this one . Alot more soul.

    • @thefaz4805
      @thefaz4805 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The white Buffalo's cover..... (mic drop) lol

  • @mistyriennett5902
    @mistyriennett5902 3 ปีที่แล้ว +156

    I must admit I like this version better than Bruce Springsteen's.
    This guy has incredible talent.

    • @erinhallstrom.2340
      @erinhallstrom.2340 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I couldn't agree more. his version sends chills

    • @midwesternwelds1197
      @midwesternwelds1197 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Bruce has few good songs. He’s a panzy. This is incredible and timeless talent.

    • @bstrdbss
      @bstrdbss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh man it is so much better!

    • @kayp4601
      @kayp4601 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Bruce is an amazing song writer

    • @lindaanderson1957
      @lindaanderson1957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      This is awesome, but please z, don’t ever dis the Boss, the true talent is writing this magic as well the hundreds of other masterpieces he has written. It is the incredible “bones” to these songs that allow interpretations like this.

  • @charliesmith3859
    @charliesmith3859 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I wonder if The Boss ever heard thus cover?

  • @xxce1998xx
    @xxce1998xx ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This fella is from my hometown and let me tell you seeing him live numerous amounts of times he's absolutely amazing in person. His song " coal mining blues" hits me everytime since my grandfather was a coal miner. Simply beautiful voice

    • @stevenbiggar8223
      @stevenbiggar8223 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Alot off good singers around Victoria county

  • @Guitargate
    @Guitargate 2 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Such a fantastic job on this Matt

    • @nickroberts4651
      @nickroberts4651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey! I like your stuff. Reaction vid coming?

    • @shanesnider8645
      @shanesnider8645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      indeed

    • @lucaswheeler5586
      @lucaswheeler5586 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check his Ain't no Sunshine! Absolutely decimates the guitar! th-cam.com/video/jLsye_LJ_Ks/w-d-xo.html

    • @ralphlazio505
      @ralphlazio505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Michael Palmisano - This version brings home harder than the original for some reason. My spirit was just hit with a rouge wave of emotions and memories that I’ve been fighting for years to bury…

  • @lfergie1111
    @lfergie1111 10 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    I can't stop listening to this version. Bruce (the boss) would be so proud! Can't wait to see my Maritime brother in Ottawa!

    • @Shamrockrancher
      @Shamrockrancher 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Man do I love Ottawa. Skating Rideau canal and a hot toddy. 8-) makes this boy smile! Lots of pretty girls.

    • @joem1634
      @joem1634 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ian
      Hi Ian you need to wake up and quit talking out of your ass.
      Remember who wrote the song and listen to the Boss and maybe just maybe you’ll understand!!

    • @canadawins2188
      @canadawins2188 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jo Mo lmao if he’s the boss, Matt is the CEO

    • @joem1634
      @joem1634 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Seymour Lloyd clown

    • @canadawins2188
      @canadawins2188 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jo Mo says Jo Mo 😂

  • @motiv8d111
    @motiv8d111 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    No matter how bad of a day, in front or behind me, I find myself here; the opening of this song brings me to another place where I can both cry and smile. All the things I am supposed to be don't matter . . . free is being simply me. His voice reminds me of the innocence I once had as a young lad. I'll come back, soon. Cause I'm on fire.

    • @motiv8d111
      @motiv8d111 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm back. Got the chills, listening... Had to light my fire again. 4 a.m. lets go!

    • @motiv8d111
      @motiv8d111 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Again. I need this. Smiles and tears. Ty

    • @motiv8d111
      @motiv8d111 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm here again. Tears.

    • @motiv8d111
      @motiv8d111 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Fire!

  • @scottwindram7412
    @scottwindram7412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Still one of the greatest videos on TH-cam

  • @bb4ll4sc
    @bb4ll4sc 9 ปีที่แล้ว +621

    What I want to know is why isn't this guy more famous than he is? It's a shame that music like this isn't main stream anymore. I would listen to this type of music all day every day instead of the shit that's on the radio now ... s'cuse my french

    • @natashahumphreys4678
      @natashahumphreys4678 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      +Scott Clare I could not agree more ! this man is the definition of talent ! i could listen to him sing all day . I personally would rather listen to a cover from someone sitting down with a guitar or piano on a camera rather then the song from the actual singer because covers are more real , its not tampered with , just true raw talent !

    • @samuelgonzalez2832
      @samuelgonzalez2832 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      ho He is Really famous..

    • @bb4ll4sc
      @bb4ll4sc 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      +Samuel Gonzalez i know i didn't say he wasn't famous by any means i just meant he should be MORE famous :D

    • @samuelgonzalez2832
      @samuelgonzalez2832 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Scott Clare yeah you are right

    • @davestaallekker1861
      @davestaallekker1861 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      kanye west 4 president 2020

  • @michaelcorleone89
    @michaelcorleone89 11 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    I couldn't have spent better those 5 minutes of my life.

  • @jessicabrabham4309
    @jessicabrabham4309 9 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    As soon as he started to sing the chill bumps started to rise...Incredible talent.

    • @conorlarkin3259
      @conorlarkin3259 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just heard for first time ,chills chills :-(

    • @shibbyrockhoundable
      @shibbyrockhoundable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ditto, goosebumps #whenthemusicsgood

    • @TheJOKEY-bk5gc
      @TheJOKEY-bk5gc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really made your herpes pop, huh?

  • @ryansim7818
    @ryansim7818 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The extension of the song and the subtle lyrical changes like "Edgy and dull and cut a six inch valley
    Through the middle of my soul" are so beautiful!!!

  • @XxJustinxx88
    @XxJustinxx88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Holy shit! Just when I thought I had heard every version of this song possible I click on this just out of curiosity and honestly wasn't expecting much. Absolute chills ran down my spine.

  • @paulylah
    @paulylah 9 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    guy just opens up and lets loose 4:40
    Breathtaking

    • @zachvanniman2787
      @zachvanniman2787 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      my favorite little verse is at 2:40 though.. thats what gets it stuck in my head and wanting to hear it again

    • @gordonsmith8923
      @gordonsmith8923 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I just might put this on repeat lol

    • @philliphutson7250
      @philliphutson7250 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes.... It gives me chills each time(50 times)!

    • @HouseWashingRick
      @HouseWashingRick 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Holy Shit

  • @Smarts2892
    @Smarts2892 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m adding a second comment because I can’t add a second like. Thanks for this piece of music Matt.

  • @arielteixeira4306
    @arielteixeira4306 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This is amazing. He makes a bomb out a of simple guitar and voice performance

  • @TheSighphiguy
    @TheSighphiguy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Music isnt dead in the new century.
    it resides in the souls of a select few.
    and when they choose to sing...
    the world will hear!

  • @SvenArneRasmussen
    @SvenArneRasmussen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This dude froze a moment in time. Well done lad.

  • @grezhotchins5882
    @grezhotchins5882 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Ok I'm going to be honest, I've only just discovered Mat, and I only clicked on the first video I watched because I thought it was Meatloaf but Oh My God. I've never been moved by a musician as much in my entire life. This man is angelic. What a voice, what soul. I've definitely found a new life coping mechanism ☺☺

  • @V0XMAN
    @V0XMAN 11 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    that my friends is what 'soul' sounds like....he means every note....and even if it's a sad song...you can feel his joy

  • @HokeeFi
    @HokeeFi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I wish I could give this more than just one thumbs up!.....WOW!...amazing talent.

  • @LukaBendzo
    @LukaBendzo ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The first time I heard this, three things happened to me: I forgot to breathe for 5 minutes and 25 seconds, I kept my mouth open for the entire time, ended up unconsciously drooling all over my face. An absolute pearl, resonating across the entire universe.

    • @catsfanny
      @catsfanny 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I feel you. I had the same response

    • @mle1ravens1
      @mle1ravens1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Just fucking happened to me.

  • @mattrussell1212
    @mattrussell1212 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Don't clap for the intro, it threw off the first verse. Calm yourselves people. This was a beautiful performance.

  • @tommyjamesdonahue
    @tommyjamesdonahue 8 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Pretty god damn amazing for a Springsteen cover. Not too many do that man justice, but damn.

  • @just10beers
    @just10beers 6 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    This gave me chills unlike any song I have heard, right around “did he go and leave you all alone“ at around 3:57, hit me like a ton of bricks, unreal.

    • @NoName-fo7mz
      @NoName-fo7mz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Cringe

    • @ChrisBrown-pz2gu
      @ChrisBrown-pz2gu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NoName-fo7mz 2010 called, they want their catchphrase back.

    • @T..C..M
      @T..C..M ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NoName-fo7mzhave fun being alone

  • @idontknowmyname6124
    @idontknowmyname6124 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    this is one cool guy, Cats in the cradle mixed in to the intro... I'm on fire... Beans just beans man.

  • @jesslane56430
    @jesslane56430 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I was 23 when I first listened to this. I’m 31 now, and I still fall in love from the first note!

    • @celticviking1869
      @celticviking1869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ❤️

    • @susanmclee5209
      @susanmclee5209 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am "61", and still!!!!!!!😎😘✌

    • @johnriggs4975
      @johnriggs4975 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      you are spot on... i watch this video all the time since i came across it. Bruce, ur the man. but this version is hands down my favorite.

    • @Nozylatten
      @Nozylatten ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have a nice life Jessica much love From Scotland!

    • @Nozylatten
      @Nozylatten ปีที่แล้ว

      @@celticviking1869 Celtic

  • @RyanNiemer
    @RyanNiemer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    10 years later and still one of the best covers of this song on TH-cam

  • @grantdavenport2036
    @grantdavenport2036 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    2023 and this version is still rocking the shit out of everything else out there - that bridge - O M G !!!!
    We’re not worthy
    We’re not worthy

  • @craiggosby
    @craiggosby 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I've met Matt in person twice and saw him perform a few times. This is just the tip. His lungs are an instrument. Beautiful person.

  • @RollingRock60
    @RollingRock60 10 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    The soul that you sing with is something out of this world. Shows how much you enjoy your craft. Much respect.

  • @shelbymcbride4154
    @shelbymcbride4154 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Still my favorite version of this song ❤️

  • @LisaManningMusic
    @LisaManningMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Soooo fucking glad you captured this. I come back to this song so often. Matt, you sing it magically! It moves me.

  • @alsmith2431
    @alsmith2431 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    That riff at 1:10 before he throws his hair back is magical

    • @Matt-nu1ol
      @Matt-nu1ol ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unreal mate

    • @moedogger21
      @moedogger21 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The one starting at 3:28 was great too

  • @ScotsLyon
    @ScotsLyon 8 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Im a big Bruce fan and this was simply amazing

    • @billhartnett6413
      @billhartnett6413 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ScotsLyon Me also. The Born to Run of Bruce & Clarence Clemons is displayed proudly in my home.

  • @s.brownjohn9088
    @s.brownjohn9088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The thing about an artist like this is he enjoys hearing it more than anyone in the room
    i love it when an artist opens his mouth and totally blows the doors off a song..! well done matt
    Never knew Hurley could play

  • @bloubulus
    @bloubulus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey little girl is your daddy home?
    Did he go away and leave you all alone?
    I got a bad desire
    Oh oh oh, I'm on fire
    Tell me now baby is he good to you?
    Does he do to you the things that I do, oh
    I can take you higher
    Oh oh oh, I'm on fire
    Sometimes it's like someone took a knife, baby
    Edgy and dull and cut a six-inch valley
    Through the middle of my soul
    At night I wake up with the sheets soaking wet
    And a freight train running through the middle of my head
    Only you can cool my desire
    Oh oh oh, I'm on fire

    • @shaffier84
      @shaffier84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When you just read the lyrics...the song is kind of creepy. I mean what exactly does he think this little girls day is doing to her that he can do better? 😂

  • @sheruns8579
    @sheruns8579 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    These Icelandic mountain looking men be having some homegrown down south backwoods Georgia soul and I’m here for it all.

  • @harperjmusic
    @harperjmusic 11 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    To play this on guitar drop the low E-string to D, then I think the basic 4 chords he uses is something like:
    55403X
    000230
    X20230
    X02030
    Hope that helps. Check out some of my covers on my page :)

    • @KMactheFarmer
      @KMactheFarmer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sneaking in the slide up achord....
      Walk downs are killer

  • @brandongestwick7779
    @brandongestwick7779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hey, TH-cam, chill with that after video ad. Lemme process what I just heard for a good couple hours. Will gladly watch it after.

  • @dimebag9814
    @dimebag9814 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Its bullshit that talented singers get no big money because they dont fit some aesthetic

    • @shanghunter7697
      @shanghunter7697 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Little dime bag did great, he sure didn't fit the aesthetic. There ARE many.

    • @dimebag9814
      @dimebag9814 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@shanghunter7697 and it has been broken too but generally its not

    • @shanghunter7697
      @shanghunter7697 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dimebag9814 Absolutely, happy holidays man.

    • @Alex-vl6tn
      @Alex-vl6tn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Video kills the radio star

  • @donjtrump
    @donjtrump 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    The thing about an artist like this is he enjoys hearing it more than anyone in the room

    • @donjtrump
      @donjtrump 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@justindignant i only mean he reallt lives what he does settle down there heavy metal dick

    • @donjtrump
      @donjtrump 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really loves*

    • @ExperienceEric
      @ExperienceEric 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@justindignant piss off troll, we all get his meaning and agree

  • @RidingdaLightning
    @RidingdaLightning 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That was beatuiful, I got goose bumps from the guitar playing and his voice. Plus I started to cry because he looks just like my best friend that died and it made me feel like I was looking at him again

  • @neilliberty3824
    @neilliberty3824 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    heart, conviction, loved it brother, awesome, you moved me!!

  • @baylenthedogg3242
    @baylenthedogg3242 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I cant figure out what this means to you. Let alone what it means to me.. but my God it touches my SOUL!

  • @jcurto1970
    @jcurto1970 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Oh my effing God This guy is absolutely amazing you're like a total package. So he can play. . He's Got Feeling, Has incredible soul. This song is very, very special to me so I didn't want to listen to it at first,,,...
    in case he wrecked the song for me... But this guy Matt Anderson is incredible !!!!!! i nstant fan! !!!

  • @kmor2011
    @kmor2011 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    🤘🤘 Keep killing it Matt! Your talent is beyond special!!

  • @Alex-lm7cx
    @Alex-lm7cx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm Big Bruce fan who has spent years listening to and playing his music, but I never got this song until I heard this cover. Absolutely incredible.

  • @BarrelDawg
    @BarrelDawg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I feel like he truely feels music, not just plays it or hears but feels it. This type music talent and expression that reaches deep down into your soul and connects on a whole different level -we feel ya brother

  • @Apparelphernalia
    @Apparelphernalia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Such an amazing cover. I could watch this on repeat a thousand times without it getting old.

  • @imannonymous7707
    @imannonymous7707 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great flatpicking, he takes this great song to another place, and i enjoyed the view

  • @johncreech
    @johncreech 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It’s like the music is flowing through him.
    This is the 5th year since I first heard this rendition and I keep coming back to listen.
    Hope it’s still here when I’m 60.

  • @EKclick
    @EKclick 6 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I know this is almost 8 years old but thank you for this rendition. I needed to hear this. It’s truly a beautiful piece. Thank you.

  • @joshstein4708
    @joshstein4708 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    One of the most enchanting voices in folk music. Glad that he takes a while with the guitar, but when he hits that first verse it is just amazing.

  • @ez2remember82
    @ez2remember82 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Dude that gave me the shivers. Nice country/southern rock twist. I'm adding this video to my favorites.

  • @carterscustomrods
    @carterscustomrods 10 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I was looking for a slower version of this song and I stumbled here.
    Wow what a lucky find!
    This guy is awesome! Any recommendations for albums of his or songs would be great from a current fans perspective.
    Thank you!

    • @badnewsBH
      @badnewsBH 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      My favourite album of his is "Solo at Sessions". Live performances, really awesome stuff. Check the live versions of Wagon Wheel, Coal Mining Blues and Round and Round on TH-cam, also. Phenomenal. :) You can also hear more at his Web site, stubbyfingers.ca

    • @bobbyy_uncle
      @bobbyy_uncle 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aint no sunshine

    • @marcleveroni5408
      @marcleveroni5408 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If u have Apple Music he has a live album that’s really good

    • @Lumaty9047
      @Lumaty9047 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The devil’s bride live performance of his is amazing, different vibe but check it out!

    • @eddielayton735
      @eddielayton735 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try the cody jinx version

  • @seeka6957
    @seeka6957 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This is one of my favourite songs. I check atleast once every couple of months to see if it's hit spotify.

  • @mrmaddoxp
    @mrmaddoxp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    4:51 This just gave me chills. Love this guy!

  • @drjsteinberg
    @drjsteinberg 7 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Jesus fuck that's amazing... chills

  • @andrewd1923
    @andrewd1923 9 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    This guy is the man for his time and place

    • @alanfrancis7676
      @alanfrancis7676 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This made me spit out my sprite

  • @whiteoleander7974
    @whiteoleander7974 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    He is awesome, I agree with Scott, why is he not mainstream ? Damn. FIRST TIME I HEARD HIM, LOVE HIM...TERRI TENNESSEE ❣

  • @davevanhoose6573
    @davevanhoose6573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Sometimes the planets align and we get this magic to experience.
    What a musical moment

  • @christophermcdougall8811
    @christophermcdougall8811 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    3:43 Oh my goodness, that riff is absolutely tasty...the absolutely musicality of this whole cover is UNBELIEVABLE. Everything just sounds like poetry, this is how to cover a song. It has soul and breathes, if most "musicians" of the pop genre today had even an ounce of Matt's innate musicality and talent ...bravo Matt.

  • @GTRaycer
    @GTRaycer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    A Facebook friend steered me to this and I have to echo her words...How have I never heard of this man before now?!

  • @krispeterson1021
    @krispeterson1021 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Geeezus... Man i felt that .. Beautiful ...thank you....Mr Andersnn

  • @JoannaGrantArt
    @JoannaGrantArt 8 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I'm sure someone must have shown this awesome man to the Boss. I can only imagine how pleased Bruce would be to have Matt do his song proud.

  • @lindsaybradley-proffit3124
    @lindsaybradley-proffit3124 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow!! How have I not heard of him?! That voice is gold! Will definitely be checking out more of your stuff... Your voice is serenity to these ears! 💜✌

  • @twitchy5710
    @twitchy5710 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was stunned when I played this the first time, just absolutely damned stunned. Hit my soul like nothing I've heard in a long long time. Somebody get this guy in a studio!

  • @joewerner6939
    @joewerner6939 8 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Opening guitar playing hits me hard man

  • @dmmjsm
    @dmmjsm 9 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Instant fan here- this is outstanding.

  • @jaydondeese4355
    @jaydondeese4355 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Got to study this closely to get his picking and chords right...

  • @jamiefergusonofficial8020
    @jamiefergusonofficial8020 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I didn't know Hagrid could perform magic outside of Hogwarts.

  • @kathrynhamilton1342
    @kathrynhamilton1342 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    WoW!! A betcha the Boss would deffo love this 🥰xxx

  • @markmarsh27
    @markmarsh27 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    WOW ..... I thought I did a pretty mean version of this song but THAT was SPECTACULAR. ...... amazing voice.

  • @zaneknorr5057
    @zaneknorr5057 10 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This man could sing anything and I would listen to it, its really amazing that there isnt any other instruments other than him and his guitar, amazingly talented!

    • @treverflick
      @treverflick 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Guy in the backs playing bass

  • @MrJbone521
    @MrJbone521 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Literally the best version out there and I’m a massive Springsteen fan!!👏👏👏👏👏

  • @matitsarichie111
    @matitsarichie111 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I want this song to be played during my cremation!

  • @truthseeker111
    @truthseeker111 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When a phenomenal guitarist vocally introduces himself to the world. When he covers another artists song it’s now his. #legend

  • @gregt4202
    @gregt4202 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great voice. It's nice to hear vocals below tenors once in awhile.