Take on me, a-ha- cover. (the last of us)

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  • @nolifegrimm8361
    @nolifegrimm8361 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7863

    I love how Frank gets totally invested in his songs. He just closes his eyes and then the magic happens. Well done sir.

    • @owenhebel4416
      @owenhebel4416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Completely agree

    • @vinipx01
      @vinipx01 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Scorpions is a great rock band too

    • @jasonbussey6742
      @jasonbussey6742 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Couldn't of said it better spot on...

    • @your1heelinamerica644
      @your1heelinamerica644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yeah it’s like he wrote them

    • @chrisrocker01
      @chrisrocker01 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Wow the best way to describe it! I loved your coment

  • @Jackbeedie
    @Jackbeedie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4271

    “I can’t sing a high note to save my life”
    Your songs are high notes themselves ❤️

    • @msp2965
      @msp2965 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      YES

    • @HenryCasillas
      @HenryCasillas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      💜

    • @luis.luismontoya
      @luis.luismontoya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      But he fs saving my life with his music 🙌🏽

    • @sarar941
      @sarar941 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree wholeheartedly with this comment

    • @NasirKhan-lg9sp
      @NasirKhan-lg9sp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I will do you better..you yourself is a high note..!!love from India.!!

  • @andongrejas
    @andongrejas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1336

    It’s the “I can’t sing a high note to save my life” for me ❤️

    • @themagnificentwhiskerbiscuit
      @themagnificentwhiskerbiscuit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Is your expectancy level turned up WAY TOO HIGH or is that just a troll in your hands and you are happy to see Frank?!

    • @emanuelefreitas7815
      @emanuelefreitas7815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sense of humour , i like it. 🙋🏽‍♀️

    • @tahalkouen
      @tahalkouen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Coldplay - scientist ?

    • @user-lm2yy2yf1v
      @user-lm2yy2yf1v 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol, I just posted same comment.

  • @oscarfreuler-simons3633
    @oscarfreuler-simons3633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1495

    This cover inspired my dad to learn to play take on me. He passed away recently due to cancer. Listening to this again I remember before he was ill, when he would sit down with his guitar and play this.

    • @WickedGamez
      @WickedGamez 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      That’s so awesome. I’m happy you have something to look back and remember

    • @silasworld8694
      @silasworld8694 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      💔

    • @alexinivai08
      @alexinivai08 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      My friend: I hope you are dealing with your Fathers passing. Know that he is still with you and loves you as much as you love him, which I am sure is a lot.

    • @Sollustri
      @Sollustri ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Im sorry for your loss

    • @PhoenixwayNet
      @PhoenixwayNet ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Much love to you, man...and may your Dad RIP.

  • @Anarchyinthe603
    @Anarchyinthe603 3 ปีที่แล้ว +531

    I'm absolutely loving the imagery of a bunch of weary survivors sitting around a campfire, exhausted, relaxed, but still watchful, letting the music wash over them as a balm to their spirits as the night around them grows deeper.

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  3 ปีที่แล้ว +243

      I just thought i could be in a hallmark movie where some troubled person hears me as an old busker on the street but the song i sing portrays his life up to then ,he says i've never seen you before and i say i've been here all the time . He then goes away and everything turns out well, later on goes back to have another chat but the busker isn't there , he asks the owner of the store he was outside and nobody knows who he is talking about ,
      It won't happen but i'm available lol!.

    • @Anarchyinthe603
      @Anarchyinthe603 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@FrankWatkinson I don't frequently watch Hallmark movies, but they can be pretty charming little confections of feel-good movie fun. That movie plot would be a perfect fit - and I can just see you now, a twinkle in your eye as you give the lead a little wink and tip your cap at him as you part ways!🥰

    • @christianromerobruning9958
      @christianromerobruning9958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@FrankWatkinson dreamers we are, thank you sir for these videos. you are not alone

    • @hamiltonprowrestling
      @hamiltonprowrestling 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      We want...need, to see a hallmark movie with that scene. It's to perfect!

    • @cuca_
      @cuca_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Frank Watkinson hahaha love it ❤️

  • @FrankValchiria
    @FrankValchiria 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2848

    i think i've found my new favorite youtube channel

    • @joseluischaves8166
      @joseluischaves8166 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Right! I think the same

    • @AlexandreBlois
      @AlexandreBlois 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same thing here ! By the way, love your channel too ! Greetings from Brazil !

    • @MultiJillo
      @MultiJillo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same for me captain! Love your channel!

    • @adriangomez6608
      @adriangomez6608 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Didn't expect you here frank

    • @majoove1569
      @majoove1569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hola Frank 👋

  • @antoniozilic8236
    @antoniozilic8236 3 ปีที่แล้ว +590

    The fact that he sang this song like he literally was in a zombie apocalypse, fighting zombies for hours. You can hear the tiredness of life in his voice. Love it.

    • @mattnlogan101
      @mattnlogan101 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      did you play TLOU2

    • @antoniozilic8236
      @antoniozilic8236 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mattnlogan101 yes

    • @jvandervest2578
      @jvandervest2578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They need to use this in The Walking Dead

    • @mohamedkhamouch5629
      @mohamedkhamouch5629 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well, there is no zombie in The Last of Us, and it's not about anything related to zombie, it's about human relationships ...

    • @kirklawrover
      @kirklawrover ปีที่แล้ว

      Epic

  • @HighlightHeaven
    @HighlightHeaven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +914

    beautiful cover

  • @jeremymr
    @jeremymr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +419

    "You've gotta pretend I've been in the game, and I've been fighting zombies or whatever for about five hours. And everybody's totally worn out. And then some bright spark says, 'give us a song'."
    That spoken intro makes this cover all the more special. Frank is a treasure. ❤

    • @BibiTheLinkBuilder
      @BibiTheLinkBuilder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Someone needs to do this in a zombie movie like zombie land 3 or smth

  • @BrianKeeganMusic
    @BrianKeeganMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1581

    I’m 23 years old. Just a young guy navigating the world, often lost and confused about who I am or what I’m supposed to be doing. Then I watch you play and I understand, maybe this is what life is really about. Just enjoying the moment and a good song to get us through to the next day.
    Thank you Frank, for helping me get through to tomorrow.

    • @allangavioli6663
      @allangavioli6663 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I wish I had said that.
      greetings from brazil

    • @speeder4126
      @speeder4126 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      23 years old and confused? How is your porn consumption?

    • @angeltinajero3211
      @angeltinajero3211 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Dude I really feel the same way, and im also 23 yo

    • @margaritasdias
      @margaritasdias 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I've just hit the 24. I tried to give a meaning until now. However I realize slowly It is not about to give meaning it is about the ''living''. I really want to shared my emotions, live my moment when I'll be an older one. So from this day on, I'll try more catching, earning moments. Thank you dude, I really felt that and appreciate this song and all of positive vibes here. Bunch of love and hope from Turkey.

    • @zehrabetul6276
      @zehrabetul6276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@margaritasdias Çok güzel anlatmışsın ağzına sağlık, kesinlikle katılıyorum. Hayatın anlamsız oluşunu anlamak biraz zaman alıyor ama fark ettiğinde hayat çok daha basit ve güzel geliyor sanırım

  • @hdjfkgkhkgxkfxk2602
    @hdjfkgkhkgxkfxk2602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +474

    Loving how active you are right now

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  3 ปีที่แล้ว +154

      What else can we do?

    • @benliam6501
      @benliam6501 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@FrankWatkinson Lucky us!

    • @magneticdreamers9203
      @magneticdreamers9203 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What can we do is right my friend! Take care and be safe!

  • @earthmagicyt
    @earthmagicyt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +233

    I love how Frank starts by thinking about the situation the person playing this song would be in. these songs and covers are amazing

    • @rooknado
      @rooknado 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That’s the best part, warms my heart

  • @euronymous235
    @euronymous235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    You are the kind of people who make this world more beautiful than ever.

  • @PITGProductions
    @PITGProductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    “I’ll be gone...” Frank you aren’t allowed to leave us you treasure of a human being. May your life be long and filled with joy friend.

  • @jokerin1815
    @jokerin1815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +369

    When I hear this cover, I hear a version that's carried with a lifetime of emotions. All the weight this old man carried for his whole life, I can feel all the wisdom this man has, all the things he learned, and it inspieres me so much...

    • @jokerin1815
      @jokerin1815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I'm only 16, but I wanna be like you when I grow old

    • @vermilliongecko
      @vermilliongecko 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Honestly, he’s not that old, unless you’re like 12.

  • @FattyCakezBunbunz
    @FattyCakezBunbunz ปีที่แล้ว +412

    I didn't realize how deep the actual lyrics of the song were... Frank's at it again with his emotionally impactful voice, singing powerful and beautiful messages

    • @zwiebeletienne
      @zwiebeletienne ปีที่แล้ว

      Frank's (and the last of us) versions are good but I actually understood the song the day I found the MTV unplugged version played by a-ha themselves... it's been a blast for me => th-cam.com/video/-xKM3mGt2pE/w-d-xo.html

    • @Elena-in6uw
      @Elena-in6uw 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Listen to Summer solstice: it's the unplugged album of a-ha. There is also their sweet version of Take on me

    • @thegolem797
      @thegolem797 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Elena-in6uwThanks for that suggestion, the MRV unplugged Sumner Solstice version, and Frank’s version, to my ears are more enjoyable than the pop version.

    • @Cosmobear
      @Cosmobear 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Elena-in6uwthe live version unplugged made me cry so hard I never listened to the lyrics

    • @Encephalitisify
      @Encephalitisify 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I didn’t either till I heard the slow song rendition by ah ha.

  • @red.46
    @red.46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +246

    I'm happy that the youtube algorithm showed this to me today rather than 10 years later.

    • @lorag4664
      @lorag4664 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know it!👍

  • @kristianlanding2310
    @kristianlanding2310 3 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    Dear frank, I recently lost my dad but listening to you sing reminds me a lot of him and I thank you so much because even though you have never seen my face or heard my voice you’ve saved my life and gave me purpose and motivation in each of your songs. You are a blessing to the world frank. ❤️

  • @SPLGAMES
    @SPLGAMES 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1303

    I closed my eyes for a moment, and imagined Joel singing. :')

    • @cheesburgertubbi
      @cheesburgertubbi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      DAMN true!

    • @marcelomarques4713
      @marcelomarques4713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I´m too. ''Pra vc que tá ligado". Isso é um diamante.

    • @SPLGAMES
      @SPLGAMES 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@marcelomarques4713 ahahhah exatamente!

  • @Thomasfennn
    @Thomasfennn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +890

    Frank... every single word you sing is exploding with emotions... keep doing this... the world needs more of you...

    • @AbrasiousProductions
      @AbrasiousProductions ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I started crying, so much emotion in his voice😭💕💕

  • @hailtothevic
    @hailtothevic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    I've been pretty bad for the last couple of months (depression, anxiety, insomnia...) but there's just something so soothing about these videos. I've always loved every version of this song but this ight be the first version that's made me cry before (good tears, though)

    • @fennecfanatic5566
      @fennecfanatic5566 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I know what you’re going through man. I’ve been dealing with the same stuff and it’s tough but we can get through it.

    • @DJDEPLORABLE
      @DJDEPLORABLE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same

    • @h.j.flower395
      @h.j.flower395 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sending you a hug.

  • @captinrex2261
    @captinrex2261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    Please don’t leave this earth for a long time sir. I haven’t cried for years after my Uncle Dave died and your song has made me cry. Thank you sir.

  • @ghostwipe9843
    @ghostwipe9843 3 ปีที่แล้ว +669

    i bloody love this guy. ive been going through kind of a rough time lately and this is one of the few channels that help me get through the day not gonna lie. ik that sounds cheesy but idc its true. thank you frank, we all love you bruh :))

    • @DidWeMakeIt
      @DidWeMakeIt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Me too. I did not know that I needed this man in my life until I found him.

    • @eduarddcarpio4974
      @eduarddcarpio4974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      me too.

    • @kanecanedy623
      @kanecanedy623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Im in a very confusing phase right now I absolutely don’t know what the hell is going on. I’m starting to question why it’s like that.. Before I was a full on introvert. Didn’t talk to anyone. Didn’t make any friends and couldn’t. One day (not long ago) i decided to act confident, friendly and make friends. Obviously i made friends but these people seem to forget that im there. They seem to ignore me when I talk... Every time im with them Im just slowly slipping to my old self..

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  3 ปีที่แล้ว +160

      Real friends will be there whatever happens.

    • @kanecanedy623
      @kanecanedy623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@FrankWatkinson Im still waiting to meet that friend. I may have or not. I just cant get close to anybody.

  • @lupyr7
    @lupyr7 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Oh Frank, you always make me cry... Please, don't you EVER stop sharing your art with us. EVER.

  • @iransinghdemouraroque8118
    @iransinghdemouraroque8118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +815

    Some people should never die, seriously.

    • @josephKEOarthur
      @josephKEOarthur 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      frank will live forever.

    • @moon_river330
      @moon_river330 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@josephKEOarthur frank is a superior being frank is immortal and cannot die unless frank wishes to do so. Even then frank will die in the most peaceful and beautiful way possible

    • @AlexTapisevic
      @AlexTapisevic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But that's what he want.

    • @leonardomattarmonteiro2824
      @leonardomattarmonteiro2824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He won't.
      SENSEI WATKINSON will be like The PHOENIX
      💀🔥✨🦚

    • @Yaarub.Kadamani
      @Yaarub.Kadamani 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Why are you saying this? Is there something wrong?

  • @marabertoduo
    @marabertoduo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +957

    I’m crying. A lot. Thank you, Frank 🤍✨

  • @yelewitch9315
    @yelewitch9315 3 ปีที่แล้ว +273

    My eyes immediately began watering. This inner energy that he possesses while singing... Jaw dropping.

    • @sigmaman721
      @sigmaman721 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Looks like it is His song.. he's written the lyrics.. amen

  • @oliviaknight1123
    @oliviaknight1123 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    This isn't a "worn out version", this, wonderful Frank, is how i think this song should've been sung all along. You are epic! ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @opossuphilosophyaocfm7529
    @opossuphilosophyaocfm7529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    This man is the inspiration of a generation.

  • @srtnnrnn7405
    @srtnnrnn7405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +575

    This is on the same level as Cash's hurt cover honestly.

    • @TrilokD
      @TrilokD 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      God I was about comment the same.

    • @MrTGamer_
      @MrTGamer_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@TrilokD literally same oml

    • @tuliombtrindade
      @tuliombtrindade 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same opinion here

    • @jeffreyc.mcandrew8911
      @jeffreyc.mcandrew8911 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Good comment. Johnny Cash comparison, I agree.

    • @thispowwow6574
      @thispowwow6574 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      He sang an original song called “This is my final song” I think that’s the title, anyways that reminds me of hurt by Cash

  • @hdjfkgkhkgxkfxk2602
    @hdjfkgkhkgxkfxk2602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +218

    Thank you for being my grandfather even though you don't know me🥺

  • @damez2k8
    @damez2k8 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    I said this to your Mazzy Star cover a few years ago Frank, but you're a breath of fresh air in this digital era. This raw unedited video is the real you, and that's what TH-cam was made for. Thanks for inspiring us all my friend.

  • @fleanine
    @fleanine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    I'm 42 years old and this is actually the first time I've actually paid enough attention and absorbed the lyrics to this song. it's a whole new song now. Thanks Frank, great work!

  • @Rat_King666
    @Rat_King666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +204

    Aww your voice is so calming, I'm so happy you exist, Frank. You're such a great person, and you're so talented!! Great job :D we love ya

  • @iamgabrielf
    @iamgabrielf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +272

    Wow. I never realized how sad this song is. I heard it on the radio back in the 80s and I always thought it was a happier song. This really changes those memories. And I also never realized how beautiful this song is. Well done!

    • @3xnoir466
      @3xnoir466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same. I used to find it pleasant but cheap. Now to me it's a masterpiece.

  • @TheWarthogRunGame
    @TheWarthogRunGame 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    This song takes on a whole new meaning with the worn out vibes. Like it's speaking to the old soul who never found "the one" or lost them to something on the road. Haunting and beautiful.

  • @gregbraden2519
    @gregbraden2519 3 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    I feel like a part of Johnny cash’s soul has attached itself to your beautiful vessel brother. Thanks for your contribution to this world 🤟🤟🤙🙌🙏

  • @Aleagueplayer
    @Aleagueplayer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    The high notes are not what's supposed to matter but the feeling and message of the song. Which you Frank, do marvellously.

  • @CivilianInRange
    @CivilianInRange 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    I appreciate how you emphasised the mood in which the character "Ellie" from "The Last of us 2" found a guitar in a moment of peace and silence and sat down to sing this great song in a loooovely version to her new love "Dina" in the game...
    (..)First time seeing this scene / hearing this Version by the awesome "Ashley Johnson" while playing the game totally made me cry and i had to take a brake from playing. And it still does when i listen to it...
    It is lovely to see that these deep emotions are something that all generations have in common.
    PS: i wish i'd be such a good guitar player as you are!.. very well done, Sir!

  • @thegolem797
    @thegolem797 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I love the intro explaining your high note limitation, then a really good rendition that brought new meaning to the song. Thanks for your music.

  • @Randomperson-ke7xh
    @Randomperson-ke7xh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +290

    This sounds like if Joel did a cover of the song instead of Ellie😳Good job sir

  • @gyurkesh
    @gyurkesh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +316

    The one person who disliked was the one who wrote those high notes in the song

  • @tubz9528
    @tubz9528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +553

    Bro imagining when he was a teen, he would be pulling so many girls

    • @cardboardbox9119
      @cardboardbox9119 3 ปีที่แล้ว +87

      well now he is getting all of our tears and appreciation lol, and it's well deserved

    • @jimmason8502
      @jimmason8502 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah, he might have been the nerdy guy with the guitar that all the "cool girls" knew they wanted to marry when they got older and were done with the 'cool boys". In other words, NOT the starter boyfriend.

    • @Hugex97
      @Hugex97 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@jimmason8502 That doesn´t really exist. I always was nerdy but kind of successfull with pretty girls. It´s a matter of self trust I guess. Great cover tho, it really is awesome ;))

    • @TaxingIsThieving
      @TaxingIsThieving 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You can imagine 😉

  • @jalcosta57
    @jalcosta57 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    We almost can feel his heartbeat. Its marvelous!

  • @ReaperX3ro
    @ReaperX3ro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    Jesus christ, this one hit different...
    Mate, you've made brilliance here.

  • @oldmanjankins8812
    @oldmanjankins8812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    This version HAS to be in a drama movie during time of loss. AMAIZING COVER SIR

  • @evanparrott6129
    @evanparrott6129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    All the people who disliked this are heartless. He's clearly passionate about music and is doing what he loves. Frank if you're reading this, you're so talented

  • @stevenclapp162
    @stevenclapp162 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I think this might be the most hauntingly beautiful acoustic cover I've ever heard

  • @nathandc
    @nathandc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I would rather hear a song sung with emotion, giving meaning to the words, then with all the high notes in the world. This is a thing of beauty.

  • @leonardojoelcruz2637
    @leonardojoelcruz2637 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    It's 5 am and I was worried about messing up my sleep schedule, but now it doesn't matter. Thanks Frank :)

  • @BillTrumpler
    @BillTrumpler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +164

    That is, without a doubt, the best version of that song I’ve ever heard. Straight from the heart. It brought tears to my eyes.

  • @fplgatey1550
    @fplgatey1550 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    How have i only just found this legend? What a great singer and performer ❤

  • @jhonlibermann8457
    @jhonlibermann8457 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I'm a young man of 21 who enjoy listen good covers of agradable music.. thanks for give youtube an useful side, youtube is full of trash lately but honestly your music help me a lot, is something of the soul, of the heart..

    • @handsomedevil4928
      @handsomedevil4928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You seem to have some impeccable taste

    • @jhonlibermann8457
      @jhonlibermann8457 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@handsomedevil4928 I'm not.. I was just in the wrong place at the right moment my whole life.. that's why I'm here and that's why I am what I am.. the person I am is just a mix of all the experiences I got on life.. I'm just a bunch of different
      experiences in a lapse of time..

  • @pepsiaddict9096
    @pepsiaddict9096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +159

    The way you play that guitar. It gives me chills. Mixed with your voice. Wow. You have a pure talent. God bless you sir.

  • @ana291cris
    @ana291cris 3 ปีที่แล้ว +302

    wow. ive never payed much attention to the lyrics, but this brought me to tears, it's just so intimate and pretty. lovely cover as always!!!

    • @xstorm_8_shadowx
      @xstorm_8_shadowx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ❤️

    • @barkerlandar
      @barkerlandar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am mesmerized. Enchanted. Thank you for sharing. You are beautiful! I never Heard this song before today!

    • @MrGritz7
      @MrGritz7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      best part :)

    • @jps8143
      @jps8143 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

  • @rachelaltork1818
    @rachelaltork1818 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I don't know how to explain how much I love hearing you sing, it's just exactly how my soul hears music too. I love your voice, I love how you get the sad parts of life and how they too are beautiful in their expression.

  • @ivoruss
    @ivoruss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    I haven't criend properly in like a year but this had me crying my eyes out. I dont know why but in the middle of the song i started thinking about my grandparents (i have only met 1 of the 4, the 3 others died before i was old enough to have a memory, my grandma died when i was 7) and it struck me with some kind of sadness. I also started thinking about older people like you in a pandemic and i wanna wish you all the best from the bottom of my heart♥️

    • @younggrasshopper3531
      @younggrasshopper3531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So necessary to have that release - God bless you 💜

    • @ivoruss
      @ivoruss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@younggrasshopper3531 ♥️

    • @anthonypeters44
      @anthonypeters44 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He has such a nice voice

    • @ivoruss
      @ivoruss 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anthonypeters44 yeah indeed, idk it just gives me such good vibes

  • @spacegaming7015
    @spacegaming7015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    When he sings the earth gets better

  • @Silvervinge72
    @Silvervinge72 3 ปีที่แล้ว +295

    Man, you are a treasure. Dont be so hard on yourself, nearly 40000 people have seen and heard this song and been touched. You are *exactly* what the world needs now. Cheers mate, have a good friday, you've made my friday start unbelievably well. :-)

    • @DrakZhull
      @DrakZhull 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      try 450 000 people ;)

    • @Silvervinge72
      @Silvervinge72 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrakZhull Still to few considering the awesomeness Frank delivers. :-)

    • @videodeposu8741
      @videodeposu8741 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrakZhull 475 now

  • @piedadf1856
    @piedadf1856 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Hello Frank, just dicovered you today. February 9th 2023, I'm so happy about it.
    You make the world more beautiful by doing what you do. Keep inspiring young people like me to bring to the world a beam of light as you do with your music. You're truly an inspiration and you'll never know to which extent what you do can lift up and create such joy and love in others. Thank you, thank you so much.
    hope you're alright, healthy and I'll see you in your next video.
    Big love from Piedad in Spain

  • @cookie_monztyr4678
    @cookie_monztyr4678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    This is what Joel's version would have been.. he probably sang this version to ellie then she made her own version.

  • @twaintv9467
    @twaintv9467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +333

    My beloved grandpa is on the edge of losing the battle to cancer. Today I told him that I'm going to change my family name to his, so it doesn't go extinct. The singer reminds me so much of him...

    • @apathtrampledbydeer8446
      @apathtrampledbydeer8446 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I hope you are ok, I lost my dear gramps to cancer as well. Stay strong!

    • @tise2277
      @tise2277 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      My granddad is also diagnosed with cancer. I really hope he'll make it out alive...

  • @mitchboland9591
    @mitchboland9591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I loved the last of us and hearing Frank’s cover is starting off my morning on a positive note.

  • @mcr_x17
    @mcr_x17 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I know I’m very late, and you won’t read this. But right now I’m sitting at my guitar listening to this absolutely beautiful cover. I loved Ellie’s version, and I love the last of us (part I and part II.) I came across your channel, and your cover of no surprises by Radiohead. Your voice is so calming. Please keep making covers like this 🙏🙏

  • @somewhatfriendly
    @somewhatfriendly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    eyes tearing up but face smiles. this hits just right..

  • @darthderek
    @darthderek 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    This guy rocks so fuckin hard. The level of emotion put into each of his covers is just amazing. Keep rocking on brother

  • @SelwynLim
    @SelwynLim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    -My mother hast just undergone a repair surgery after a noninvasive procedure kind-of went not kind of well.. Still waiting an update but the doctor was closing up last update... My eyes are teary because of so many different emotions going right now... Thanks for this...

    • @mackenziebyers9321
      @mackenziebyers9321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi. How are you doing? Have you heard any updates?

    • @mill2326
      @mill2326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      hope everything goes well, much love to you!

    • @retsreinyrelgeinthrelaveri1456
      @retsreinyrelgeinthrelaveri1456 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you give us an update now? I hope it went well

    • @youssefhassanein8329
      @youssefhassanein8329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i hope she's alright man... may god be with her

  • @markwebster7435
    @markwebster7435 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Having been an a-ha fan for 40 years now, I have to say this is one of the best interpretations of take on me. Bravo !

  • @FrejaWismann
    @FrejaWismann 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Since finding your channel my skin has cleared and my depression has lifted, you are so soothing for the soul! Thanks for sharing 🥰

  • @LucaIbanezA
    @LucaIbanezA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    We're talking away
    I don't know what
    I'm to say I'll say it anyway
    Today's another day to find you
    Shying away
    I'll be coming for your love, okay?
    Take on me,
    Take me on,
    I'll be gone
    In a day or two
    So needless to say
    I'm odds and ends
    I'll be stumbling away
    Slowly learning that life is OK
    Say after me
    It's no better to be safe than sorry
    Take on me,
    Take me on,
    I'll be gone
    In a day or two
    Oh the things that you say
    Is it live or
    Just to play my worries away
    You're all the things I've got to remember
    You're shying away
    I'll be coming for you anyway
    Take on me,
    Take me on,
    I'll be gone
    In day or two
    Take on me,
    Take me on,
    I'll be gone
    In a day or two

  • @solomonclapshaw7927
    @solomonclapshaw7927 3 ปีที่แล้ว +428

    I hope the people who dislike this go to bed with a pillow that has no COOL SIDE.

    • @cinmnspice8043
      @cinmnspice8043 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Haha I always look forward to flipping my pillow to the cool side.

    • @shaanp9796
      @shaanp9796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      *Oh no*

    • @youpughobit3246
      @youpughobit3246 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      oh, so bad

    • @lantcm613
      @lantcm613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Surely, anyone that dislikes this must be an Australian. There’s no one that evil in this world.

    • @samuelfulton6995
      @samuelfulton6995 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      1,000% agreed

  • @PatriciaFernández-l8i
    @PatriciaFernández-l8i ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This IS the kind of art the world needs. Thank you, sometimes I forget.

  • @Laura-tr9qh
    @Laura-tr9qh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    You say worn out but you're a breath of fresh air Frank ❤️ hope you realise your loveliness and how appreciated your existence is from many of us, fabulous cover :) you have such a spark ✨

  • @stephenrwd
    @stephenrwd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    Could you do a cover of Metallica’s “nothing else matters” maybe?

    • @upotheke
      @upotheke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Man, Frank's style would be perfect for that song.

    • @pola4797
      @pola4797 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      oh yes please Frank!

    • @Hipnerd63
      @Hipnerd63 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Add it to the list!

    • @Joellercoaster
      @Joellercoaster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Hipnerd63 the list is getting pretty long.

    • @Hipnerd63
      @Hipnerd63 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Joellercoaster and growing!

  • @josephknightcom
    @josephknightcom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Yeah, the likes to dislikes ratio is one of the best ever on TH-cam. Forget those high-notes, Frank, you've got the heart-notes.

  • @kenlowe-ca
    @kenlowe-ca 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Sir... don't apologize for your vocal range! You brought depth to the lyrics by presenting them so clearly and cleanly!
    Thank you for sharing.

  • @pajama-sam
    @pajama-sam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The emotion in his voice and on his face paired with the vision of weary broken down travelers at a campfire - it's so tender I could cry 💙

  • @Fatima-cg4ns
    @Fatima-cg4ns 3 ปีที่แล้ว +204

    I thought that this song couldn’t get any better… Then I listened to your cover… And I realized that I was wrong, it could get better. Your voice and how you sing is just beautiful, it’s filled with so much emotions and I love it. Please never stop doing what you love

    • @abegarfield7031
      @abegarfield7031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, it's got a lovely sort of melancholy to it.

    • @vaniachiandotto7797
      @vaniachiandotto7797 ปีที่แล้ว

      A-ha themselves made the MTV unplugged version in 2017

  • @gradymowery
    @gradymowery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This guy, the last of us, and take on me might be the fastest I have ever clicked, thank you Frank

  • @MrPhooey442
    @MrPhooey442 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Don't sell yourself short Frank! Great music with feeling.

  • @helloworld2784
    @helloworld2784 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This made me so emotional. I miss Joel, the main character along side Ellie. The first game was wonderful. It's phenomenal. Thank you for sharing this cover to us ❤

    • @vittoriab
      @vittoriab 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yesssss, i fucking miss Joel 🥺

    • @anshumannayak1765
      @anshumannayak1765 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He was so selfish tho

  • @dreemurr9879
    @dreemurr9879 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Discovered your channel yesterday and I have to say, this place is habited by the most wholesome content, community and creator. It's never too late to become an inspiration for people, and I truly respect that.

  • @BrendanGM
    @BrendanGM 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This song was a big hit when I got married and your version somehow captures how sad I was that it didn't take. You have a real gift for interpretation,..

  • @norazulkifli2517
    @norazulkifli2517 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Thank you, sir. Your singing means a lot to people like me. Growing up with some troubled family is tough but your presence always makes me feel better and it accompanies me with your great warm singing. I truly appreciate it, i couldn't thank you enough. All the love x

  • @Etherealsillygoose
    @Etherealsillygoose 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Your songs soak my soul in chamomile and make me feel like everything is going to be okay. Thank you

  • @joshuadeeks9810
    @joshuadeeks9810 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This version evokes more emotion and touches the soul more than the original could ever dream to

  • @CanalCryptobros
    @CanalCryptobros 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    His voice is like every song about being a father

  • @mefjux6902
    @mefjux6902 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Wow, that was utterly beatiful, calming, classy and gentle. Listening to Frank I felt like I was a child happily falling asleep in my mother's arms.

  • @Pontos87
    @Pontos87 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    What really sold this to me was the how you built up the story in the start. "Everybody`s totally worn out, and a bright spark says: Play a song!" It is very melancholy and sweet ♥ Had to try myself 😁😁

  • @jonathanwalker8730
    @jonathanwalker8730 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Fuck my eyes, this is so properly romantic...

  • @ben-ji1739
    @ben-ji1739 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I can’t tell you how much I’ve cried to anything you’ve sung

  • @HICALIBUR
    @HICALIBUR 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow…, here in 2024 from the Radiohead video. Been going through some rough times recently and this is just washing the stress away. Thank you frank

  • @lucasrocha7571
    @lucasrocha7571 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Gosh... It's 1:15 am here in Brazil and this video got me really emotional. You're fascinating, Frank... I can't imagine how must be the feeling you have when you look at yourself in the mirror and realize that you've accomplished one of human's most beautiful and richest virtude, which is to be such an inspiring and beloved person (for hundreds of thousands individuals across the whole globe!!!)

  • @n.s.3410
    @n.s.3410 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Holy cow, what have I stumbled upon here.. this is breathtaking.

    • @n.s.3410
      @n.s.3410 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beautiful isn’t it, Macho Cabrio..

    • @markpalmer8083
      @markpalmer8083 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You've stumbled upon great and original talent.

  • @DisNugguhRiteHer
    @DisNugguhRiteHer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This was the sweetest and most beautiful way I’ve ever had my heart broken.

  • @k.fuentes7448
    @k.fuentes7448 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    After all these years I finally know the correct lyrics. This is simply beautiful.

  • @meteoroveloz8493
    @meteoroveloz8493 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Tener mas de 40 y ver estos homenajes a canciones que cuando eramos adolescentes la cantabamos y bailabamos y encima que el unico videojuego que te gusta la incorpore.....uffff, no se compara con casi nada. Gracias 💘

  • @or8542
    @or8542 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Your Radiohead cover of Creep led me to this! One of my favorite songs. Love your version, sir. I got Johnny Cash vibes from this one. Cheers!

  • @hh-hn7fl
    @hh-hn7fl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The feeling I get whenever I hear you sing feels so nostalgic yet so new at the same time. Old yet so young. Happy yet also so sad. It just a hits me right in the heart. Thank you for this. it really made my day better ♡

  • @madisonbroussard8032
    @madisonbroussard8032 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My grandfather passed away 2 months ago, and it has been so hard for me. All I could picture was my own grandfather singing this to me. He was a great musician and I miss him so much. Needless to say, I didn't expect to be bawling my eyes out at 9AM. This was absolutely beautiful, thank you.