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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 ก.ย. 2024
- This song is dedicated to my dear friend Lyndsi who passed away in 2008. Audrey Hepburn was Lyndsi's favorite actress and "Moon River" has always reminded me of her. I hope that everyone who views this video enjoys this beautiful song as much as I do.
Arrangement and performance: Sarah Joy
Videography: Jonathan Hohstadt
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Lyrics:
Moon river, wider than a mile
I'm crossing you in style some day
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're going, I'm going your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbow's end, waiting, round the bend
My Huckleberry Friend, Moon River, and me
Moon river, wider than a mile
I'm crossing you in style some day
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're going, I'm going your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after that same rainbow's end, waiting, round the bend
My Huckleberry Friend, Moon River, and me
I am an orphan and was raised and loved by my paternal grandmother. And this song is her favorite song. I remember when she was lying in a coma in the hospital, I hummed this song to her, and she gently squeezed my hand. This was played in piano on her funeral, and everytime I hear this song, it makes me cry... I love my nana, so much!😟
be strong dude
There there......
Stay strong!
I know how you feel. Even though I may not have experienced this. It's definitely not a good feeling when you lose a loved one, especially someone close. If you ever feel like you're missing her, you can always talk to me. ♥️
you made me wanna cry and I'm not the crying type. Feel happy for your nanna for she's perfectly happy with JESUS and the SAINTS.
This is the only 'Moonriver' cover I love almost as much as the original.
Oh wow, thank you Eva!
Eva Walters you
Eva Walters Try Reneè she's also amazing but they have completely different voices
Me too.
I have to agree. Just pure bliss !
My deceased mother listening to this song at every single afternoon when I was kid. Every time I hear this song, I really miss her.
radhitya mahendra oh yeah you commented that on the audrey hepburn one too, hello again
She'll always be watching you from the heavens above, I can assure you. She's proud of you. 💙🙏🏾
Thank you all so much for getting my "Moon River" cover video over 10,000 views! I am blown away by how much you all supported me.
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Looking exceedently gorgeous and talented Artist....Congratulations for your performance!
Getting close to 200K now , fantastic rendition.
I seen about 30 versions of this song and yours is in the top 3 which includes Andy Williams. I'm sure your friend Lyndsi would be proud of your version. This is a special version.
+Attingats Thank you for such a kind comment!
A young Filipino artist by the name of Morissette amon has just in the last few days done a cover of this that's just knockout, I do like this one though.
So True❣️Beyoncé’s version is also beautiful
One of the the most impressive covers for MOON RIVER EVER! Many thanks!
A woman playing a stringed instrument singing with the voice of wispers of a thousand angels.... Magnificent.
Bravo Sarah 👏 Bravo!
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Moon river wider than a mile
I'm crossing you in style someday
Oh dream maker, you heartbreaker
Wherever you're going I'm going your way
Two drifters off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbows end
Waiting round the band
My huckleberry friend, moon river and me
...round the bend...
Hearing this, immediate pictures of Audrey come to mind. You have really encapsulated the very essence of Audrey in both style and tone of voice. I can easily ascertain that you studied her version of the song in great depth, down to the strokes of her strumming the guitar as it is depicted in your piano playing. Bravo!
DullardGuy Thank you so much for taking the time to give such nice words. I did study her version quite closely, and I'm glad that it shows. :)
That is interesting. I don't see much similarity between the two. I am so partial to Audrey. Maybe only a slight softness in her voice here, but still not like Audrey. I almost heard a bit of Andy Williams in this one.
Very lovely rendition of one of the most beautiful romantic song. A great way to spend a lovely fading Summer afternoon. Thanks.
I absolutely loved this version.Elegant and classy and brought tears to my eyes.Such a breathless yet gentle interpretation.The musical arrangement was also excellent.Thank you for a wonderful contribution.
This is masterpice!
“Moon River” was sung by Audrey Hepburn (at least nobody’s ever proven she was dubbed) in character as Holly Golightly, who came out of the rural south to become a party girl who “subsists on dates with wealthy lovers, in the hope that one of them will marry her.” (Truman Capote's heroine Holly Golightly by another name)
So it’s easy to interpret the beginning of the song, “I’m crossing you in style some day,” to mean I intend to cross from my plain old world into a glamorous one.
But then everything changes. The river is not only a “dream maker,” which fits well with what the beginning implies, but also a “heart breaker,” which means accepting that there can be a price. And the song says “Wherever you’re going, I’m going your way,” switching from the idea of crossing the river to the idea of following the river.
She and the river are then termed “two drifters, off to see the world,” as she re-imagines the dream maker and heart breaker, which were a kind of powerful force in contrast to herself, as more of a partner.
The song says there’s “such a lot of world to see” before we reach the “rainbow’s end,” so if we’ve seen all the world that we can, then I supposed the “rainbow’s end” can only be death- which has been metaphorized many times already by other writers as the place where the river ends; and it’s the place where the force that has swept her along through life is revealed as not just a partner but a friend.
Johnny Mercer, the lyricist, also came out of the rural south and became a prominent, sought-after figure. Some of his dreams came true, others didn’t. Although he was scarcely fifty when he wrote the song, he had lived an amazing life and I think that whatever else “Moon River” is, it’s also a personal summing-up in anticipation of meeting his Maker.
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Far and away,
the most beautiful, stunning rendition of this song... Ever ! Smooth... velvety & so warming. Brilliant !
Thankyou
Thank you So much, for all the you put in to the song. AWESOME PERFORMANCE. BEST VERSION EVER......
Thank you very much!!
deepest, most emotional vocal skill I've listened to in my life+instrumental talents=perfection
Awe that is one of the best compliments that I have ever received. Thank you so much for saying that and I am glad that you liked it it!
What a beautiful rendition to a much beloved song; my dear husband and I have loved this song “forever”and have a mutual love of the piano and cello , voice and good music!Your voice is mellow , hauntingly sweet and beautiful ... simply timeless . Those of us that love spending time with the one we love and call our best friend , and the sweetness of a song that calls us to explore together, will always appreciate your amazing cover of this song!
Wow! This is phenomenal, Sarah Joy! The black-and-white, artistic look, coupled with your brilliant-and-haunting vocals, gives this a melancholy, almost noir feeling. Tremendously well done!
Thank you so much!!
Sarah Joy - bringing back the romance!!! A beautiful rendition, and I loved the cello...
+bonefishjimmy I try! ;D Thank you
This is in my opinion, the best version of this song. Guaranteed to calm anxiety. The artists voice is beautiful.
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I just want to say... This most beautiful and creative rendition of Moon River I've heard, anywhere. Truly stunning vocally as well as musically. I wish I had this on vinyl.❤
What a kind comment - thank you! ❤️
I have no words to express how beautiful your musicality, your voice, your playing, your posture, your looking is. Thank you!
You've crossed the Moon River with a sublime style. Beautiful.
What a fantastic performance !!!
I am speechless Lady Sarah.............
thx
+gadda33 Thank you so much!!
*Immediately heads over to iTunes store*
+Ziyou Zou Awe thank you so much for checking out my music Ziyou
+Sarah Joy When will you be selling this awesome cover of "Moon River" on iTunes!? I need this song in my library ASAP lol
I'll have to figure out the copyright issues first unfortunately. :/ Hopefully I can!
Made me cry of joy. Thanks Sarah. Your fingers, your voice and I'm sure that your heart as well, make this world a better place.
Thanks for sharing your magic, from Barcelona.
So beautiful and peaceful like angel 💕💕💕🥰🥰🥰
I am crying with love .
Probably one of my all time favourite songs... and this is by far one of the best covers of the songs I've heard.
Thank you! That is so encouraging to me :)
I just lost my grandmother today. Hearing this piece just brought tears to my eyes again. I wish I had more time with her :(
Once more. I close my eyes. Still the best version i ever heard.
- thanks -
Awesome music. You are so talented. So sorry about your friend.
Thankyou again, such a beautiful voice to go with a lovely song. You made it a hit all over again.
A beautiful woman in a beautiful video playing a beautiful song. Thank you.
i always get emotional whenever i hear or sing this song for it is my favorite song..it reminds me of my father because this song was his favorite too..we used to sing this song everynight when we're having a conversation about life..i miss you Papa..
Such a beautiful version of this timeless song.
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This cover of the song means a lot to me. I stumbled into your channel shortly after my friend committed suicide, and this song's summarized my emotions since then. It has a lot of meaning to me, and this song always nearly brings me to tears. Thank you.
Beautifully done, this is a hauntingly beautiful song, it is love.xxxxxxxx
This clearly is a goosebumps cover of a true classic. Thanks Sarah.
Definitely the best version of Moon River I have ever heard.
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after listening to this cover version for half and hour on youtube, this is by far the best moonriver cover on youtube!
+rangga aditya wow!! That's an incredible compliment, thank you :)
Toda una hermosa melodía de siempre en seguir cautivando a todo amante de este exquisito género musical.
Grateful that this exists.
Please release this on Spotify, you’re voice is beautiful ♥︎
I could fall asleep to your voice every night. You are insanely talented.
Thanks Aaron :)
This is just so exquisitely beautiful ! What an incredible and sublime voice -so much feeling in the singing , piano and cello . I love it ! ❤
This is my favorite version, I showed this to my mom and she loved it! And now I'm going to record a song to remember her, she died last year July 2020, and I'm going to sing this song for her birthday tomorrow as my sister's request.. unfortunately it's hard to make a decent recording because I always breakdown and cry while singing. Happy birthday to my Mama Rose in heaven 🌹
Listen to Andrea Ross, no. 1
@@yang5159 ross has a nice voice but Moon river by Sarah Joy still the best version for me.
Beautiful
brought tears to the eyes in my face. my face!
Best of the best. Listening this song I think of me sitting in a club, sipping whiskey and listening to this excellent performance. Bravo.
+nikomaniak Thank you :) I am glad that it could capture a "classy" sound.
I passively clicked and now I’m in tears of joy, thanks Sarah Joy
I cried
Beautiful rendition
Thank you so much miss m y dad so much he loved this song
This is by far the BEST VERSION ever! My heart just melts... 😘😘😘
April Mecaros I just now saw this. Thank you so much April! It means so much to me that amazing people like you support my music and give encouragement! I really hope it is the best version you've ever heard!
Thanks for the wonderful music Sarah Joy :)
And thank you for the sweet comments April Mecaros
My mama loves to sing this song. I still have her voice linger in my head singing or humming. Everytime i hear this song it's breaks my heart and cry. If only i can hear your voice again mama,even in my dreams.😢💔
Beautiful song. Beautiful voice. Great cover. Congratulations Sarah.
Thanks!!
You are the sweetest singer, warm and tender!
Best version ever. Also reccomend the totally different Satelite Kingstone version, which is ska-reggae argentinian group. Only a masterpiece like this allows this kind of differences in style remaining the essence of the theme. And only mussicians like Sarah can transmit it. Goose bumps.
Thank you for this wonderful cover. My daughter loves it very much and she's using your cover as her figure skating music in competitions this season 😊 Such a beautiful voice!
Wow! I feel so honored that your daughter would use my music! Best of luck to her in the competitions. I really appreciate the encouragement Siri!
omg girl.. I've been playing ur song for so long, my husband can't fall asleep without u now lol...ur voice is truly amazing love.. thank u again lol
Her voice sounds like a cello. This was so beautiful, it almost made me cry.
One of my favourites songs !🌝🌙🌝
Absolutely stunning!
Your voice, your performance, the setting, the black and white video.
Breathtaking!
Very nice rendition. Greatest lyrics ever.
Thank you! And yes, beautiful lyrics.
Moon river, wider than a mile
I'm crossing you in style some day
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after that same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me
(Moon river)
(Moon river, ooh)
Beautiful song and singing. It really touched my heart to hear this. I discovered your video while listening to your cello lessons videos. May God bless you and your friend.
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Very beautiful and soulful. Love it. One of the best I think 😀😀😀
Thank you for such a nice comment!
@@sarahjoyrecordings you're welcome 😀😁😁😀
What a lovely version of Moon River! I loved it. You have a beautiful voice.
Thank you so very much!!
You are so very welcome. Please keep on singing for you have a lovely voice. Like I said this was the loveliest version of this song I have ever heard. I so much enjoyed listening to you singing while playing your piano.
I really love this song, it's so calming and soothing. Your voice is wonderful.
Thank you so much!
The cello part gets me every single time. I always love when cellists feel what they are playing. Anyone can pick it up and find the melody, but this is different.
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I love this song and Audrey Hepburn as well. Such a classy lady. You sound wonderful.
This song is wonderful and you also with your deep and sensual voice . beautiful performance
Thank you for this very kind comment!
Absolutely stunning voice. You are really talented and I can't wait to hear more from you
Thomas sørensen Thank you so much Thomas! You are much too kind.
Sarah, the world is a better place with you in it!!!
she sang it with heart and soul
Nice version. I am very impressed. Thank you
wow..best female cover for this wonderful song. Your voice is beautiful.
Thank you so very much Julia!!
magnifique chère Sarah Joy
votre interprétation, bravo! J.B et Angelica Mielet
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Can tell you have a powerful voice yet you modulate it beautifully. Thank you.
Thanks Philip!!
BEST JUST BEST, OF THE BEST. You are Amazing. Never heard an interpretation like this.
Thank you Daniel!!!
Thank you so much for your reply, truly a classic artist, thank you again.
Truly Outstanding. Well done Sarah!
Thank you so much Richard!
THANKS SARAH 4 YOU VOICE! YOU ARE ANGEL IN MY DREAMS! VERY BLESSSINGS 4 YOU!
SO SORRY MY ENGLISCH IS POOR! VERY BLESSINGS 4 YOU !
Yes, a touching song filled with deep mystery and longing. Thank you for sharing it with us.
what a sublime moment: lovely music, lovely voice, and a classy girl
What a beautiful voice.
+Trudie Canavan Thank you so much Trudie!
+Sarah Joy I'm just playing it again, I love this song.
What a great song to dedicate to friend. She sings it back to you while you sleep.
This is my most favroite song and it made me tear up because your voice is so beautiful and you sound just like her! You are a very talanted musician! I'm being serious about this you should go on the x factor or Americans got talent! You are my inspiration and I am your biggest fan! I predict great things for you!❤ - Olivia x
Oh such a little girl!😄😄😄 Sooooo beutiful!!!! Real art performance!👍💗😄
My favorite song when I was a young girl. You have done a wonderful performance. The black and white cinematography, lighting, the mirror, and the shot from behind... there are no words to say how beautiful your work you put in it. What a tribute to your friend. Thank you! I am sharing this on my Facebook post.
@Sarah, I got back into playing the Cello after 17 years partially because of your TH-cam videos. I've learned so much just from watching you play! I joined our community orchestra back in November! Thank you so much for continuing to post such beautiful music!
I love this cover version more than the original. I can hardly listen to another.
Delicacy and melancholy have now a name, Sarah Joy. I have just began to travel in the musical world you have created , alone or with the help of some of your good friends, and I'm truly amazed. As for your rendition of Mancini's Moon River, it's wonderful. I for certain will come back soon to go on discovering your fine work. Sincere congratulations from France. You've got a new follower, thanks.
So beautiful. Thank you! 😭
Beautifully done Sarah. Sorry for your loss. Your voice is gorgeous! Thank you.
Very precious God bless you love Arthur
That was full of emotion. Thank you for making me sad a bit. :(
You have a wonderful voice, amazing Sarah.
+daesdiaz You are so kind for saying that. I try to read every comment and am blown away by your encouragement. Thank you!
One of the very few covers I love. Thank you for keeping it simple. 💯
Very nice rendition. Count me in!
Hi Frank! Glad you enjoyed it!
best version of moon river. ❤
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