Sam Tompkins - How To Save A Life (Cover)

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 เม.ย. 2023
  • hey guys, i am so glad you loved the teaser i put out a couple of weeks ago. i know a lot of you were asking for a full cover so i recorded one for you, i hope you love it x
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  • @SamTompkinsUK
    @SamTompkinsUK  ปีที่แล้ว +46

    GUYSSSS I’M GOING ON TOUR ACROSS THE UK, EUROPE AND NORTH AMERICA!! GRAB A TICKET IF YOU WANNA 🥹🥹 samtompkins.tix.to/Tour2023

    • @karlgajudo1306
      @karlgajudo1306 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      😊😊

    • @Natalie-fo9pm
      @Natalie-fo9pm 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Your voice is amazing … just listened tonight and I’m an instant fan . Please come to Vancouver, BC.

    • @Craigwilsonmusic1989
      @Craigwilsonmusic1989 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @sam Tompkins would you mind sending me the backing track to this? I’d be very grateful

    • @sheameeker7290
      @sheameeker7290 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Such a mesmerizing voice much love and light to you❤

    • @semrasahin1844
      @semrasahin1844 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Auch Deutschland?

  • @wiganlatic1547
    @wiganlatic1547 ปีที่แล้ว +356

    My best friend took his own life a few weeks ago, Follow Suit is hitting hard right now but acting as a companion. I'd listened to How To Save A Life so many times since he's died, just part of questioning myself I guess, which is only natural. This cover is very timely. I've listened to Sam since the busking days in Brighton. Sam’s music genuinely saved my life. A couple of years I went through a stage of serious depression, I wasn’t happy, healthy & reached a point where I didn’t want to live anymore. I had no hope or interest in anything. Sam’s music resonated with how I was feeling at the time & it just gave me some comfort to cling onto, hope & happiness. It may sound strange, but his songs were my friends. His voice is exceptional, the range, emotion & storytelling is captivating. However, his writing comes from his heart & you can tell that - I listened to each & every word of his songs, they at times described exactly how I felt. I went to Sam’s live gig in Leeds - I’ve been to many gigs before, but this one hit different. I replayed so much that night, good and bad, however listening to the songs that not only saved my life, but will always remain a part of my life, was special. I have listened to hundreds of different artists, thousands of different songs, nobodies music has connected to me like Sam's. Some music makes me want to sing along, dance, cry - Sam's I just sit in awe, let my mind take over and listen.

  • @win_dum
    @win_dum ปีที่แล้ว +234

    now this is officially the best version on the internet

    • @2nicnag2
      @2nicnag2 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I had never heard this song but I agree, no one can beat Sam’s emotion and voice

    • @eden5260
      @eden5260 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Nothing can beat the original

    • @user-zh4nl9do3w
      @user-zh4nl9do3w 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      james arthur cover

    • @coldpiecereece2011
      @coldpiecereece2011 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      COMPLETELY AGREE

    • @coldpiecereece2011
      @coldpiecereece2011 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@eden5260HE JUST DID SORRY😂😂😂

  • @gethrob20
    @gethrob20 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    You can hear the real raw emotion in this. This isn't just a cover, means a hell of alot more to Sam

  • @Lenalost
    @Lenalost ปีที่แล้ว +106

    I need a FULL Version of this. All the lyrics. Love it. Best version from this song out there

    • @Joshuabal
      @Joshuabal ปีที่แล้ว

      Sameeeee

    • @la6500
      @la6500 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      YEEESSSSSS AND ON SPOTIFY PLEASE 😭😭😭😭😭

    • @UNOMINATTi
      @UNOMINATTi 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed!!!

    • @coldpiecereece2011
      @coldpiecereece2011 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed

  • @kydinmaguire4581
    @kydinmaguire4581 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    i really wish there was a longer version, i find myself constantly replaying this

  • @ChaayaBlocker
    @ChaayaBlocker 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Wow, the emotions are pure and so raw. I just found this on TikTok video audio and haven't stopped listening to it. You have a very beautiful voice. Best version. 👑💯💪💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

  • @messymommasgrace584
    @messymommasgrace584 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    THIS is how this song was alsays meant to be done! I've been searching for a cover that does the lyrics justice for years, THANK YOU

  • @nadjiaouidi7040
    @nadjiaouidi7040 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    The part that I don't like about this cover is that it is too short

  • @AbbieFoster-ph9bg
    @AbbieFoster-ph9bg 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Please please do a full version of this song, it’s better than the original and that’s saying something. Your voice is sensational

  • @romy2002
    @romy2002 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Step one, you say we need to talk
    He walks, you say sit down, it's just a talk
    He smiles politely back at you
    You stare politely right on through
    Some sort of window to your right
    As he goes left, and you stay right
    Between the lines of fear and blame
    You begin to wonder why you came
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    Let him know that you know best
    'Cause after all, you do know best
    Try to slip past his defense
    Without granting innocence
    Lay down a list of what is wrong
    The things you've told him all along
    And pray to God he hears you
    And I pray to God he hears you
    And where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    As he begins to raise his voice
    You lower yours and grant him one last choice
    Drive until you lose the road
    Or break with the ones you've followed
    He will do one of two things
    He will admit to everything
    Or he'll say he's just not the same
    And you'll begin to wonder why you came
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    How to save a life
    How to save a life
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    How to save a life
    How to save a life

    • @tikzak
      @tikzak 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

  • @everydaywinning
    @everydaywinning ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This guy is ridiculous 😂😂😂. His voice is magic, i cannot stop listening to his songs ❤❤❤

  • @zamanifitri5811
    @zamanifitri5811 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    beautiful as always brother ❤

  • @connectinggamerz8810
    @connectinggamerz8810 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    That has to be one of the best covers of any song I have heard. Incredible

  • @tazzznphilly
    @tazzznphilly ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I just loooooooove when I can hear the angst in someone's voice, when the song warrants it. Bravo, Sam! I love your conviction and realness watching ur body movements, facial expressions, and voice. Loved it. I wish you rising success...you deserve it.
    ~ Tazzz ~

  • @MarieHumbleASMR
    @MarieHumbleASMR 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    *You’ve become my favorite artist of all time within the past 20 minutes. Your raw emotion and beautiful voice made my heart explode. I’m sitting here with tears pouring down my face. You are the kind of guy I’d love to write music with. I want to give you the biggest hug ever mate.I hope to meet you one day* 🩵

  • @joaobalinha3631
    @joaobalinha3631 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    One of my most treasured songs of all times... and i must tell that this one is way better than the original one 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @amberizzy
    @amberizzy ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Damn, son.
    I lost my husband to suicide in 2012. Your cover, with all the feeling you let out, shows such amazing, true potential.
    I hope to see an album version someday. Just discovered you tonight, and your voice and presence are affecting, to say the least. Keep it up, man.

    • @si777
      @si777 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Sorry to hear :(

    • @amberizzy
      @amberizzy ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@si777 thank you, luv. It is, unfortunately, a pretty big problem everywhere, and mine is not much of a unique story; they all mingle together, the stories of those who've lost the fight. Take care of yourself, and take care of those around you. We never know the true depths of pain another is experiencing. #noonedeservestodiealone, #itsokaynottobeokay, #youmatter, #youarenotalone, #nostoryshouldendtoosoon

    • @intlspy1401
      @intlspy1401 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Just made me shed some tears. I am so sorry for your loss, may he rest in heaven.

  • @benholmes964
    @benholmes964 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Means more to me now then ever

  • @ticklme
    @ticklme ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've listened to this song on repeat so many times. It's beautiful.

  • @logancade342
    @logancade342 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've heard this song countless times. This is the first time the lyrics made sense.

  • @TommyBaysMusic
    @TommyBaysMusic ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your voice shines so greatly on this one Sam! Keep em coming! Much love.

  • @thomaskeets3194
    @thomaskeets3194 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One of my favourite songs, now sung by one of my favourite artists.

  • @ululaknits2734
    @ululaknits2734 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    the emotion you put into your performance makes it sound totally different and beautifully sad and heartbreaking. I loved it. 🙌🏻❤️

  • @chillingout2690
    @chillingout2690 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    WOW! I knew it would be amazing, but somehow I didn't expect this😍 it BLEW ME AWAY! Sam, you are one of the most authentic and unique artists I have ever listened to, and someone this generation definitely needs! Thank you for blessing us with your beautiful voice and songs. You made this cover your own. Keep making music and BELIEVE in yourself. We all believe in you more than you will ever understand! ❤

  • @NostalgicNathan
    @NostalgicNathan ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Loved the stripped down acoustic feel, you did this classic song justice. Great emotion and rawness, wonderful job 👏

  • @onlym1070
    @onlym1070 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sam , please never loose that loving feeling. 🙂 You are a gift for everyone's Heart. Thank you so much🙏❤

  • @bengrisbrooke3443
    @bengrisbrooke3443 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is incredible ❤

  • @hornchurcheagle843
    @hornchurcheagle843 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Your voice is incredible

  • @twotone3426
    @twotone3426 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm 48 years old and listen to every genre of music from heavy metal, hip hop, bluegrass, country, pop, rock, rap, R&B, etc. and in my opinion, Sam Tompkins has the best voice in music history! Bold I know but thats my opinion.

  • @BornToDreamTheBeat
    @BornToDreamTheBeat ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so glad you released this, the short of this you posted was my favorite and I watched it an endless amount of time ❤❤❤❤

  • @BiBoFan
    @BiBoFan ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Gorgeous cover❤❤❤ I need the full version to this masterpiece

  • @charliedavies83
    @charliedavies83 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is the best cover version I ve Heard in a long time.

  • @natashatrad
    @natashatrad ปีที่แล้ว +6

    YOU NEVER MISS. I am in love with your voice❤️

  • @bryces-right
    @bryces-right 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    We need a full cover this is beautiful!

  • @kingsta4145
    @kingsta4145 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I can't stop watching this. More people need to see this

  • @uncleiroh01
    @uncleiroh01 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Maaaan, you express these emotions soo well in your singing. I just love it 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼

  • @LB_Munster
    @LB_Munster ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I remember listening to this when I was a teenage parent. Alone with my son setting on an air mattress eating rice and red beans. This always has a soft spot in my heart ❤

  • @JayJay-ds6iy
    @JayJay-ds6iy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Schön das es dich gibt Menschen die Musik zu einem ganzen großen ❤machen😌😊ich fühle mich so wohl in jedem deiner Songs... DANKE😊

  • @sineadmccool1669
    @sineadmccool1669 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I literally screamed when I saw u uploaded this, song means alot to me, your amazingggggg ❤

  • @tiffanytownsend4653
    @tiffanytownsend4653 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You definitely sent my soul somewhere! Chills for days. This is incredible! Love the rasp in your voice and I felt raw pain coming through. I needed this today. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent!

  • @laurenjane995
    @laurenjane995 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My brother always listened to this an would sing along to this song when we were teenagers. He was in a car crash on his way to work (passenger) the day after his 17th birthday. He was always my best friend. He got brain damage in the crash but luckily he’s still here but I lost a big part of him that day. This song is full of memories and you sing it so beautifully ❤ your voice is amazing, full of emotion.

  • @BrianLee-cq2hc
    @BrianLee-cq2hc ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your voice beautifully carried the emotional impact necessary for empathy with the regret of the author of the song.

  • @StacyPledge
    @StacyPledge ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this! ❤

  • @2poppe
    @2poppe ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the best!!!! So great version!!

  • @harjeetj
    @harjeetj ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So powerful. I believe every word. I could watch you sing all day ❤

  • @adrienne1958l
    @adrienne1958l ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have heard this song many times, but this is the first time I "HEARD " this song. I had many conversations with my brother about suicide. It was doubly difficult because he was way smarter than I am . He had an answer for every argument. In the end he didn't do it . He lived another 25 years. He found love , and joyous moments. Sadly I lost him to a disease in 2020 . He was 59 years old . I miss him desperately.

  • @peterf427
    @peterf427 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank the Lord for the Loop function 🥰

  • @chefsteph2740
    @chefsteph2740 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    My favorite cover 🙏🏾

  • @burton528hz
    @burton528hz ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Damn dude that was incredible. One of your best in my opinion.

  • @lukewalton8745
    @lukewalton8745 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Immense!! So so good

  • @DanielleGuy-cb8bj
    @DanielleGuy-cb8bj 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this cover so much

  • @craigbarker2967
    @craigbarker2967 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Quality artist bringing own unique style, love the difference you bring with how you sing songs and how you really put all your emotion and heart into everything, wow I remember the stormzy where do you know me from, proper switch up, keep killing it sam

  • @weronikasiepietowska4982
    @weronikasiepietowska4982 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    NEED A FULL VERSION ON SPOTIFY, PLEASEE 😍

  • @SamKabiru
    @SamKabiru ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Crazy good cover!! ❤️‍🔥🇰🇪

  • @careypadilla2147
    @careypadilla2147 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow..your voice!! It gives me chills…so so good!

  • @nicocucchiara7827
    @nicocucchiara7827 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing. I love it!

  • @tremaingardner3160
    @tremaingardner3160 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow... Heart-wrenching

  • @fofita7870
    @fofita7870 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    THIS IS THE COVER I NEEDED❤

  • @klaudiamichnowicz
    @klaudiamichnowicz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Everything you do Sam is brilliant ❤

  • @jannoahpasiliao4568
    @jannoahpasiliao4568 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This just hit me like a truck….

  • @paranormalrespectingspirit5190
    @paranormalrespectingspirit5190 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always loved this song

  • @lilly5829
    @lilly5829 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love his voice so much ❤

  • @danialBeard4653
    @danialBeard4653 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude that was incredible!!

  • @lisadavenport2390
    @lisadavenport2390 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’ve listened to this over and over ❤❤❤

  • @fs-italia8286
    @fs-italia8286 ปีที่แล้ว

    Goosebumps ❤

  • @sunnysaz30
    @sunnysaz30 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is soul food 🙏🏼

  • @saniyachesoh398
    @saniyachesoh398 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for make a full cover

  • @StarWarsHolocron413
    @StarWarsHolocron413 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Bro your voice is just incredible 💪Love from France

  • @shirinosman2469
    @shirinosman2469 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely amazing voice!

  • @nayanthonyproctor58
    @nayanthonyproctor58 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Organic chemistry vocal tones are beautiful as always sam 🙏🏻

  • @topdragonmusic567
    @topdragonmusic567 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Holy crap. Your vocals are phenomenal!

  • @Thara-kx6fy
    @Thara-kx6fy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Am thrilled. Thank you very much. Her voice is indescribably beautiful.❤❤

  • @ethanmackenzie9664
    @ethanmackenzie9664 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do a full version! This is mint and would be great to fall asleep to

  • @kerryconnell2342
    @kerryconnell2342 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes!!! I been waiting on this and it didn’t disappoint 💕💕

  • @laurenceduarte6980
    @laurenceduarte6980 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome, Dont even know how many times I’ve had this on repeat…

  • @MrTempo2006
    @MrTempo2006 ปีที่แล้ว

    Only now I'm 41 I appreciate this song ..and this is one of the best covers I've heard

  • @thefalconrychef6660
    @thefalconrychef6660 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for releasing this bro..song has big meaning to me

  • @user-ky5ip1ez3o
    @user-ky5ip1ez3o ปีที่แล้ว +1

    if i had a voice like yours i would never stop singing 💗 your voice is beautiful

  • @Pip_Bear
    @Pip_Bear ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible as always. Keep it up man

  • @millzy123kxrider
    @millzy123kxrider ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow ! What a voice ! ❤
    Fair play brother 💯

  • @Morgane29
    @Morgane29 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to listen to this song so much when I was feeling really low a few years ago, now I'm better but hearing this song always gets me

  • @hobbylosTV
    @hobbylosTV 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    dude you give so much power in our mind - please never stop to sing for us

  • @StandY0urGr0und5
    @StandY0urGr0und5 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You killed it, love this song!!

  • @parryipads252
    @parryipads252 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is pure perfection 💘

  • @greencash4me
    @greencash4me ปีที่แล้ว

    I legit had chills and goosebumps! Love this ❤❤ fire!

  • @jaimedemateo6945
    @jaimedemateo6945 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing, congratulations!! 👏👏

  • @freddykelk6373
    @freddykelk6373 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God just love his voice gives me shivers

  • @kyokogab
    @kyokogab ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is so goood❤

  • @timo2166
    @timo2166 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best version of all ❤

  • @knighty6988
    @knighty6988 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Better than the original for sure Sam. Luv ya bro. 👊🏼🫶🏼👊🏼🇬🇧

  • @ashleynicoleg770
    @ashleynicoleg770 ปีที่แล้ว

    We need the whole version of this from you!! Please !!

  • @cherrydeleon9646
    @cherrydeleon9646 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mr. Sam, thank you for great music. Goodluck alw ays. Lovely & much-needed music. Peace

  • @davidhodgson4050
    @davidhodgson4050 ปีที่แล้ว

    🔥🔥🔥 that voice. Absolutely class mate

  • @menyuam_vahchuamas1111
    @menyuam_vahchuamas1111 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very well done. Beautifully done

  • @kikidoyaloveme56
    @kikidoyaloveme56 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This cover & your voice are phenomenal!!

  • @charlierowland1631
    @charlierowland1631 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So damn F***ING good. Sends shivers down my spine

  • @bobrodriguez3651
    @bobrodriguez3651 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Best cover hands down.

  • @daria0612
    @daria0612 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it 😍😍😍😍

  • @joshuatayloruk
    @joshuatayloruk ปีที่แล้ว

    So beautiful man, so proud of you❤