What struck me the most - was how Legend brought the inner feel of the song out. Dancing in the Dark is a great song. John just proved it. While we're at it - have there ever been more poignant lyrics that have resonated with so many people - as - _I want to change my clothes, my hair, my face._ Incredible insight - in the middle of a song.
I...... never actually understood the lyrics till I heard this version. I never thought this song could make me feel sad, like a beautiful sadness, but still sad.
Ah man. John Legend is as appropriate a name for an artist as it gets. He made it his own, without completely changing the soul of the song. The mark of a true of a true artist.
Massive Springsteen fanatic here. I knew John before this but I never have listened to him more. What a talent I must say. This was awesome, no one can top Bruce’s original version but this is great.
When he said " my Springsteen friends" I felt so jealous. I wish I had Springsteen friends so there could be someone to understand my massive musical crush for him. :(
John Legend is a true artist, he took this very well known song and made it completely his own and his version told a completely different story. Well done John....
This is a beautiful soulful rendition of a Springsteen classic. I'd like to see John Legend make a musical arrangement and sing songs from Metal bands.
That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard OMG... how good his JL Almost six years later and this rendition still gives me chills.
Arrangement is awesome, doesn't take away at all from the original, it's just is perfectly translated (thanks as always Quest). And uh, yeah, by the way, John Legend is Legend in case you didn't know
OH MY GOD YOU ARE AMAZING there is something about your voice, spirit, intrinsic quality that blows me away. This mad me so sad and wanting to cry and don't know why. Your voice and energy is beautiful !!!
Wtf, "Dancing in the dark" is already quite dark as it is, that's what's always fascinated me about the song, sang upbeat to mask all the bitterness and profound solitude in the lyrics, sad mood, its ambiguity is rather unique.
*Eastside Low Bottoms shit !* If u ask me, i think Howard deserves a little credit for this "genre" of ppl stripping down their rock songs down to the basics. Thanks Stern !
Actually, this is one of the deepests and emotional songs of Bruce. The lyrics are almost a cry for help.
John's voice is beautiful enough to make grown man cry.
That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard
What struck me the most - was how Legend brought the inner feel of the song out. Dancing in the Dark is a great song. John just proved it. While we're at it - have there ever been more poignant lyrics that have resonated with so many people - as - _I want to change my clothes, my hair, my face._ Incredible insight - in the middle of a song.
I will always love Bruce Springsteen's original. With that said, John Legend's cover is AMAZING!
I...... never actually understood the lyrics till I heard this version. I never thought this song could make me feel sad, like a beautiful sadness, but still sad.
Only an artist of magnitude can make something perfect even more beautiful; a proper homage to the The Boss. John Legend is already legendary.
magnitude no one can name shit from him. lets be honest
I’m not a huge John Legend fan but damn… he nailed this. Goosebumps!
You know for a talk show Howard sure gets some great music performances.
He should have a separate show devoted to music - but doubt that will happen, he's busy enough.
I wish he could get Bruce on sometime
the studio is world class for audio recording too. These live performances have better quality than some studio albums
he pretty much created the whole acoustic genre of bands just playing in the 80s. What's even more amazing is most of these are before 9am
True data
Almost six years later and this rendition still gives me chills.
Ah man. John Legend is as appropriate a name for an artist as it gets. He made it his own, without completely changing the soul of the song. The mark of a true of a true artist.
Massive Springsteen fanatic here. I knew John before this but I never have listened to him more. What a talent I must say. This was awesome, no one can top Bruce’s original version but this is great.
good lord this guy can sing
This man's immeasurable gift dances and falls away from every keynote. What a voice!
When Legend started throwing it down at 2:21...all I could do was close my eyes and take in the purity of his voice. Dude is the f’ing sh*t!
As a lifelong die-hard Springsteen fanatic, I approve this performance. John Legend can do no wrong.
This is such an underrated song. The lyrics are amazing. Beautifully done!
I love that he pronounces "can't" as "cain't" consistently. What a lovely, personalized nuance.
John Legend, Brian McKnight, Sam Cooke, Jeff Buckley, Susan Tedeschi... all have those instantaneous goosebump producing voices
Best cover I've heard of this song
1:39 ok
That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard
Howard really has a genuine humble appreciation for all the artists on his show🤘
Btw Howard, thanks for giving these guys a place to sing and sharing in this form. Really love it.
Thank you for uploading this! This performance gave me a new respect for John Legend AND Dancing in the Dark.
This man's immeasurable gift dances and falls away from every keynote. What a voice!
When he said " my Springsteen friends" I felt so jealous. I wish I had Springsteen friends so there could be someone to understand my massive musical crush for him. :(
is anyone suprised by how good this is? john legend is and amazing artist
John Legend is a mega talent. Whatever genre he does is gold.
John is a real musician. A real artist.
John Legend is a true artist, he took this very well known song and made it completely his own and his version told a completely different story. Well done John....
He is the epitome of class and talent.
Almost six years later and this rendition still gives me chills.
He is the epitome of class and talent.
This is a beautiful soulful rendition of a Springsteen classic. I'd like to see John Legend make a musical arrangement and sing songs from Metal bands.
Please tell me that you are back. I miss you!
Such a great song. Fantastic version. John Legend has one of the most beautiful soulful voices ever to grace the Mic. Gorgeous xx
Absolutely magical. Brought me to tears...
This song is a revelation the way John Legend performs it
That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard
OMG... how good his JL
Almost six years later and this rendition still gives me chills.
Beautifully done. Respect and appreciation of the original, yet unique on its own. I want it in my playlist.
Anthony Capece well put. Couldn’t agree more.
A legendary version of DITD.. this guy oozes Soul. Superb!
This is an awesome arrangement-piano and vocals-wow, JLegend is so talented!!!
So cool. I love the story behind the rendition and how John is up for the challenge. Real passion for the craft and real talent.
It's amazing how once he starts singing its like WOW!
Arrangement is awesome, doesn't take away at all from the original, it's just is perfectly translated (thanks as always Quest). And uh, yeah, by the way, John Legend is Legend in case you didn't know
You know for a talk show Howard sure gets some great music performances.
That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard
This is another classic by one of my favourite artists . I keep repeating this version
That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard
not nearly this good@@justmissjamey
Look up the live version Hot Chip does..
havent heard much or super low music iq dude
Young love....I miss this feeling everyday....💜💜💜
OH MY GOD YOU ARE AMAZING there is something about your voice, spirit, intrinsic quality that blows me away. This mad me so sad and wanting to cry and don't know why. Your voice and energy is beautiful !!!
John's voice is beautiful enough to make grown man cry.
Yeah seriously - I got goosebumps almost immediately after he started singing
What a class act John Legend is.
What a beautiful version of this song I love it
Hairs on the back of my neck stood up. Powerful performance.
Soulful John and Quest Love ! Big up to the Roots an Legend magnificent!
I absolutely love this version. ❤️ Wow
So few have the passion and the raw voice to sing like Springsteen, John did this song justice with a different spin....
This is freaking incredible. Currently listening for a third consecutive time.
I listened to it twice. Yeah John!
Elliot Jokelson those are rookie numbers
good lord this guy can sing
One of my favorites now
God damn John can sing 🎤
And play!
Way to go Scoop
Wtf, "Dancing in the dark" is already quite dark as it is, that's what's always fascinated me about the song, sang upbeat to mask all the bitterness and profound solitude in the lyrics, sad mood, its ambiguity is rather unique.
I love the song, I love Bruce, and I love John. That being said, I still expected to hate a "jazzy, dark version" of this, but I loved it!
Awesome. One of the best Springsteen covers ever.
Wow. That was unbelievable! John is amazing!
what a voice holy shit
Unbelievable, so good
This is brilliant John has it all ,his interpretation of this song is amazing
Amazing performance!
Excellent cover, I’m a huge boss fan you nailed it
Not a John Legend fan but this is respect worthy. Well done. #Bruuuuuuuuce
I'm glad I found this!
beautiful
❤ this. Johns voice is raspy Gold. Such talent
Wow! Blown away!
Gorgeous John.
stunningly beautiful...
My respect for him has increased...
Springsteen è sempre il più grande. BRUCE CON TE DA 35 ANNI. GRAZIE DI TUTTO
How beautifully stunning!!!
What a fantastic fantastic cover of a great song! Kudos to you John legend!
John Legend. Naaaaaaaah you are a LEGEND. You , Sir, live up to your surname!!! What a voice!!
This man is a LEGEND
Really liked it! Beautiful voice and a great talent!
Beautiful.!!!!!!!
Breathtaking
NICE,John did a great version,Enjoyed it!
never in my rock n roll life did i ever think i'd say this, but god damn that piano sounds good
A legend already.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹
MAGIC!
That was unreal!
Gorgeous cover.
LOVE this so much!!!!!!
Amazing talent and amazing remake
excellent. fantastic voice
Amazingly composed rendition of this Masterpiece!
*Eastside Low Bottoms shit !*
If u ask me, i think Howard deserves a little credit for this "genre" of ppl stripping down their rock songs down to the basics. Thanks Stern !
Low Bo47omz Ascot Ave I don’t like the attitude
Are you kidding me, this is great just watch his fingers touch the ivory’s. The guy is a magician, I can listen to this 100x and did. Lol
He’s John Amazing Great choice the Boss
Just Beautiful
Did he ever perform I'm on Fire? I'd love that
wow this is gorgeous
CHILLS♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Best singing voice🔥
Brilliant!