This dude was mad talented and just getting started in his career when he tragically drowned.... no telling what he would have been capable of had he lived longer.
@@jordancollins91 Im not sure what I prefer. I love Leonard Cohen... and usually prefer versions by the writer/composer. But Jeff’s is stunning. I’ve seen him sing this several times. Saw him perform many times. I also love the version by John Cale. It’s not always about who has the prettiest voice. kd lang’s version is quite beautiful as well.
The song is written by Leonard Cohen one of the greatest songwriters and brilliant artists ever. Jeff Buckley's version is stunning and timeless and slays me every time. Jeff was an enigmatic, gifted musician and is deeply missed. RIP 💜
@@georgerigberg4335 Cohen's singing capabilities were very limited, but his writing skills (music as well as lyrics) are unique imo, but no one comes close to this performance right here by Jeff
Check out the original version by Leonard Cohen it's a very different take on the song. And Jeff Buckley has an album called Grace that has some wonderful songs on it and he sings through all genres and has a 3 octave voice
"Hallelujah" was used in the soundtrack of "Shreck." The version in the film was sung by John Cale. As noted below, the song was written and first recorded by the late great Leonard Cohen, and released in 1984.
@@alanhowell1375 Rufus Wainwright's cover version of the song is part of the soundtrack album, but the movie features the cover version by John Cale. Expect that there was an issue about rights and/or royalties that led to the substitution. Both Cale and Wainwright have their strengths as singers and songwriters - as did Jeff Buckley. And this song was indeed composed by Leonard Cohen. There have been other fine cover versions of this song, too, including one by k.d. lang.
Jeff Buckley's the kind of music you listen to alone in the dark at 3am. My favorites are Everybody Here Wants You, Morning Theft, Lover You Should've Come Over
This is definitely a WOW song. I noticed you kept saying wow at the end, but if you listen carefully to the last 5 seconds of the song, you will clearly hear a guy in the studio saying WOW. Even he was amazed, hearing it in person. Thanks for doing a reaction to this phenomenal rendition.
I was in the room when he recorded it, and this was so beautiful and powerful. I appreciate how you totally GOT it, and understood the emotion and power in the recording. What an incredible loss and I miss him every day....
Yes! I just commented same. My fav by him is “I Never Asked To Be Your Mountain” actually about Tim’s wife (GF?) and baby Jeff. A beautiful and intense song, but sad when you know what it’s about.
Beauty and Gore Galore Omg. Thank you. I hadn’t heard that yet. In return, please listen to Jeff’s rendition. th-cam.com/video/2QV7Rus7j60/w-d-xo.html Be sure to check the comments where someone describes the subtle lyrics change and the last stunning chorus. Absolutely haunting.
sfbayareagirl omg that’s such a heartbreaking performance he gave. Yes, the lyric change hits deep while listening. Ugh. It’s so sad that they both lived such short lives 😕
This song is by the late great Leonard Cohen. It get covered loads, but this is about one of the few covers that has the depth and soul of the original in my opinion
I saw him live in a small venue in Edinburgh, Scotland, the venue was a converted church. I was in the front row directly in front of Jeff as he performed. Outstanding. A tragedy that he was taken so soon.
Speaking of Buckley, his father TIM BUCKLEY produced one of my favorite albums of all time...Greetings From LA. Most of it a bit raunchy for review, but "Sweet Surrender" would be fitting. Both met a tragic young end.
Love that album. (When you say “produced,” some might think he’s only a producer. Not an amazing singer/songwriter. Just sayin’.) I had a huge teenage crush on Tim. Only saw him twice, both times from first row (Central Park-Shaeffer; Max’s Kansas City NYC). Saw Jeff many times: first time was at a memorial concert for Tim in my hood (Brooklyn): blew everyone away. I knew a couple of performers and was going to dinner with one so went backstage... met Jeff. We didn’t have a “friendship,” but we shared a few beers after a few shows. Saw him about 15 times. Last time: CBGB’s. Glad to see someone mention Tim: he is deep in my heart. Both are. When youtube was younger you couldn’t find videos of Tim. But now there are some. Not nearly enough of course, but at least some. A good one of Honey Man.
@@foxandscout OMG takes me back to my youth...at that time embracing the greatest music, much of it underground. You understand. I didn't mean "producer" but performer. I envy you.
@@tomatolady11 I know you meant performer. And yes we were very lucky to watch the best music as it was developed, as it exploded. And we didn’t need the Internet: we had FM radio and live concerts in all sorts of clubs. I think we were both lucky. I went out to hear music all the time. When I was in college (also Nyc) I went out 3x a week. Memories are grand but oh to relive some of that! Today is the anniversary of my only siblings death 25 years ago. She was 5 years older and I learned everything about music and art and literature from her. She was talented and smart: I was lucky. I miss her every day.
@@foxandscout Oh so sorry about your sister. She is probably listening to us now. You are absolutely right about the music and I can relate. I was West Coast San Francisco in the late 60s thru 70s. First memory Judy Collins singing on the "street" at the Wharf, Santana before he was famous at Aquatic Park, Sarah Vaughn playing at a local cub on Polk St, running into Janis Joplin at a neighborhood bar, Greatful Dead at Filmore East and West, Moody Blues in concert. I also fondly remember the people that turned me on to the music...and yes Tim Buckley stands out as unforgetable. We have had a good life...thanks for reminding me.
@@tomatolady11 thanks for your condolences. And I am envious of your SF life. How I yearned to go there and be there. I think NYC was second best, not necessarily for the music because everyone played here, but yearlong warm weather made it easier for flower power. And so many more parks and outdoor concerts when everyone was just fledgling. I missed the summer of love-too young (im 66) but got everything else. Judy Collins was the first concert I went to age 14 then Phil Ochs (my hero) and then the Grateful Dead who player a few blocks from my home in an old movie theater. Lots of west coast bands played there... I was in high school in brooklyn. Yes thanks for the memories. Music held my hand through all the tough times ...and still does. Be well, stay healthy, be happy.
Jeff Buckley was an incredible talent. "Last Goodbye", I could listen to that song in my grave. The entire "Grace" album is a masterpiece, one of the best ever made.
Yeah Buckley was special. Not just his singing, as he was a great guitar player. As were so many artists from the 90s. The influx of talent and art in the 90s in music was absolutely amazing. All these artists defined our generation, but at the same time we took them for granted a bit.
brilliant rendition of a Leonard Cohen song covered by many. Suggest listening to Leonard Cohen singing "Tower of Song" although will warn that Cohen is an acquired taste
I first heard Jeff Buckley 20 years ago… It blew my mind then… It still does now to this day! Absolutely beautiful voice and guitar talent. God bless his soul! XOXO
Have you reacted to Pentatonix yet? I don't believe so. This is the perfect song to start you down the PTX rabbit hole. You will be amazed. Also, in honor of Eddie Van Halen, who passed yesterday (you reated to VH Jump, like a week ago), I am requesting a reaction of Eruption solo, live without a net as a tribute to one of the greatest guitarists ever! Thanks!
His live performances are if anything better than the recordings. I completely get the feeling you were talking about while listening to this song, and just about any performance of his has that same quality in it. Lover, You Should Have Come Over, Mojo Pin, New Year’s Prayer, and Morning Theft are personal favs. Thanks for reminding me of my first time hearing one of my favs. ❤️
I've seen/heard a lot of people cite the Buckley version as the best, but I have never seen it. I have never felt that any of the covers can touch Leonard Cohen's original version.
The song was first written by Leonard Cohen, a Jewish poet and singer from my hood of Montreal. It uses religious imagery, but for the purpose of expressing love, loss, pain and sorrow... and joy... this version is amazing....
The version you heard on Shrek was by John Cale, the original version by Leonard Cohen is also used in Watchmen. Buckley is a talented guy but Cohen is a poet.
Yep, from Shrek, covered by a different band. haven't seen the official video of this in a long, long time. Thanks for reacting to this. I honestly don't know why people keep covering this song, because no other version even compares to Jeff's perfect rendition.
This was written by Leonard Cohen and released on an album of his in 1984. At one point, in his writing, there were 80 plus verses. Many have covered it, and it is always beautiful, but Jeff's is, by far, the best. Thanks for reacting to it, and now I will have to go get tissues. Every time I watch this performance, I cry like a baby. R.I.P. Jeff....gone too soon.
My new friend. I’ve seen so so many of your vids and love them so much. My one request is “Lover You Should Come Over” by Jeff Buckley. It’s the most “felt” rock song I’ve ever experienced.
Another reactor, who happens to be a songwriter but I don't know that that matters, finally reacted to Pentatonix hallelujah. And he was so moved That by the end of it he was a washed with emotion and was tearing up. He said he had never Experienced A group or song as powerful as the video he just saw. His favorite version of hallelujah was this gentleman and he said he didn't think anybody could ever top it. And then he heard Pentatonix And Was just blown out of the water. Their video for hallelujah has 1⁄2 of billion Views. As somebody commented this is a great video So serve as an introduction to Pentatonix. Also bohemian rhapsody, imagine, sound of silence, daft punk medily, evolution of Michael Jackson. They are a cappella and they do have 1 of the sickest beat boxer you will ever come across. They won a Grammy for their death punk medley which was made on a budget of $400 in 1 of the group members kitchen. And there's second Grammy Is for dance of the sugar plum fairies in which you will truly gain in appreciation Just how good their base is and the gentleman who is there counter tenor. The gentleman who's the bass voice Can go so deep that he can blow out speakers. He Can go so deep that he can blow out speakers. He also has the very rare ability to sing 2 different notes at the same time. If you see a Pentatonix video after 2017 then the base has changed from Avi to matt. They are definitely worth Oh look at. I really don't think you'll be disappointed.
Jeff's cover made this 1984 song by Canadian songwriter Leonard Cohen famous. Tragically he died young soon afterward. "Hallelujah" has been covered by many others as well, notably including kd lang (another Canadian) and a cappella quintet Pentatonix (that version is breathtaking)...
Thank you so much for reacting to Jeff Buckley!!! I've been watching for you or Leo (Mr. Video) or Jamal to check him out because his voice is absolutely bewitching and transcendent of his grave. Thank you, thank you, thank you so much!!!
This is the most recorded anthem of the past decade or more. It's the product of the most gifted of rock/folk/pop songwriters of the past fifty years, the late Canadian Leonard Cohen, and the gifted young voice phenom and one-record wonder, Jeff Buckley, who drowned shortly after putting out the record (his father, fine singer Tim Buckley, died of an OD very young, as well). Leonard Cohen wrote an entire collection of great songs, most famously "Suzanne." Buckley's entire studio album is wonderful.
This song is amazing from beginning to finish, this reaction is amazing BUT your own personal, inspirational words from beginning then to finish are what's important and powerful. I thank you from the eternity of my heart and soul for being you and sharing your opinion for this. Much Love 💞 time emotions
So glad you enjoyed Jeff. I enjoyed the reaction. There are several Jeff Buckley songs that you will love. For just pure RAW emotion, My personal favorite is "lover you should've come over " live in Chicago performance is the best for this song.
Rufus Wainright covered this Leonard Cohen song in the movie Shrek.Buckley has the made the song his own and gets much credit for its popularity.R.I.P. Cohen and Buckley.
Leonard Cohen is a great lyricist. His musical arrangements, on the other hand are not great. More than any artist I can think of, it's better to listen to Leonard Cohen covers than the originals. There's a list of the best LC covers here: www.covermesongs.com/2020/09/the-best-leonard-cohen-covers-ever.html
‘Forget her’, ‘Dream Brother’, ‘Mojo pin’. All of his songs are incredible really and worth reacting to - but the main one i could suggest is ‘Lover you should’ve come over’. If you want to be amazed
This song was written by Leonard Cohen from Montreal. It's been covered many, many times and is now very popular. You may want to actually listen to Cohen singing this himself as its available on TH-cam. Cohen has written some brilliant stuff and you may want to investigate some of his other material.
I'm not sure of the whole meaning of this song, but it contains a lot of references to the Bible. Particularly the account of King David and Bathsheba. David was walking in his palace one day when he looked out and he saw a woman bathing on her roof. He asked who she was and was told she was Bathsheba, a wife of one of his loyal generals, Uriah. So he summoned her, slept with her and impregnated her. When he found that out, he summoned her husband and essentially told him to take some time off, go home and sleep with his wife. But his general was too dutiful and wouldn't return home just yet, so to cover up the pregnancy, he gave a letter to another general telling him to put Uriah on the front line and have everyone but him retreat. When the deed was done, David took Bathsheba as his own wife
Rufus Wainwrite did a cover of this that was on Shrek. It was written by Leonard Cohen, but basically everybody has done a cover. Rumor has it that Cohen wrote hundreds of verses, but only included like four when he recorded it. A few of the covers use a few different verses, but most of them are just gone.
"Man of Constant Sorrow" By The Acapella Group Home Free The Bass will amaze you and the Beat Boxer is awesome. The only instrument is their voice. Truly amazing. and the Boyz to Men cover of "End of the Road" will knock your socks OFF!
Rufus Wainwright did the version in Shrek. Jeff died at the moment he was becoming well known, very sad but his music is well, we only got a sample. RIP Jeff.
Jewel Box and Haven't You Heard are my two most loved Jeff Buckly songs and showcase his range in such beautiful ways. You should look into some more from him! :)
Leonard Cohen the writer of this song came up with over 60 verses for this song. It is however best known for the Jeff Buckley cover. Another artist taken way before his time!
The original was by Leonard Cohen, but this is the most famous version - and for good reason. Buckley reinvents the song and delivers a transcendent vocal performance. Most of the other covers you'll hear are based on this version -- like Rufus Wainwright's version (the one you heard in Shrek). If you want to hear another great cover version, try K.D. Lang's.
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This dude was mad talented and just getting started in his career when he tragically drowned.... no telling what he would have been capable of had he lived longer.
With death comes timeless art and we are privileged to have been left his beautiful legacy
More Jeff Buckley! "Grace", "Lover you should've come over", "Everybody here wants you"
“Everybody here wants you”
Yes, please!!!
Omg yes. All amazing
Please and thank you!!!
“So Real” from the album “Grace” pleeeeeeeze!
@@shrewberry2587 Mojo Pin please!
Just the best version ever! I moved to Memphis about a month before he died & met him on Beale Street 2 days before he died. So sad...RIP JB
Wow! What a story!
Weird... I met him at Barristers about a month earlier. We had driven over from Little Rock to see him play.
I perfer the original Leonard Cohen's voice is just so powerful
Jordan Collins that’s crazy
@@jordancollins91 Im not sure what I prefer. I love Leonard Cohen... and usually prefer versions by the writer/composer. But Jeff’s is stunning. I’ve seen him sing this several times. Saw him perform many times. I also love the version by John Cale. It’s not always about who has the prettiest voice.
kd lang’s version is quite beautiful as well.
Every time a reaction channel mentions 'Shrek' when listening to this, inside, a little piece of me dies. RIP Jeff you beautiful, beautiful boy x
Same here. This song deserves better than that.
The song is written by Leonard Cohen one of the greatest songwriters and brilliant artists ever. Jeff Buckley's version is stunning and timeless and slays me every time. Jeff was an enigmatic, gifted musician and is deeply missed. RIP 💜
Its been covered by loads of artists,this is the best version. It is a haunting track, got to love it!
Not over Leonard Cohen!!
Best version? You askin’ for a fight? My personal favorite is by coincidentally my favorite Alberta lesbian, k. d. lang.
@@jrdougan I love Leanard Cohen, but KD's performing this song at the Olympics in Vancouver was on of those Canadian moments.
Agreed!!!!
@@georgerigberg4335 Cohen's singing capabilities were very limited, but his writing skills (music as well as lyrics) are unique imo, but no one comes close to this performance right here by Jeff
Jeff Buckley is the best check out:
Lover you should've come over
Lilac Wine
I'm calling you
I promise you everyone of these songs are unbelievable...
Mojo Pin!
Lover you should have come over FTW.
Check out the original version by Leonard Cohen it's a very different take on the song. And Jeff Buckley has an album called Grace that has some wonderful songs on it and he sings through all genres and has a 3 octave voice
I second this. Jeff's cover is great.
And Leonard Cohen is a life changing musician. Listen to his original Hallelugiah. And I'm your man.
His is the best version. Died way too young. He has another great one. New Years prayer.
"Hallelujah" was used in the soundtrack of "Shreck." The version in the film was sung by John Cale.
As noted below, the song was written and first recorded by the late great Leonard Cohen, and released in 1984.
Rufus Wainwright.
Rufus Wainwright sang the version in Shrek, but John Cale’s version is pretty amazing, too.
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@@alanhowell1375 Rufus Wainwright's cover version of the song is part of the soundtrack album, but the movie features the cover version by John Cale. Expect that there was an issue about rights and/or royalties that led to the substitution. Both Cale and Wainwright have their strengths as singers and songwriters - as did Jeff Buckley. And this song was indeed composed by Leonard Cohen. There have been other fine cover versions of this song, too, including one by k.d. lang.
@@parissimons6385 it was a contract issue. Cale could do it in the movie but he had an exclusive contract with another record company
Nope, it was done by Rufus Wainwright. See more extensive comment above regarding.
Jeff Buckley's the kind of music you listen to alone in the dark at 3am. My favorites are Everybody Here Wants You, Morning Theft, Lover You Should've Come Over
Omg I’m reading your comment at 3:08 😁😱
For me, every song he ever did was nothing short of amazing.
This is definitely a WOW song. I noticed you kept saying wow at the end, but if you listen carefully to the last 5 seconds of the song, you will clearly hear a guy in the studio saying WOW. Even he was amazed, hearing it in person. Thanks for doing a reaction to this phenomenal rendition.
I was in the room when he recorded it, and this was so beautiful and powerful. I appreciate how you totally GOT it, and understood the emotion and power in the recording. What an incredible loss and I miss him every day....
💙🙏🏼💙
Next Jeff Buckley song should be "Lover, You Should Have Come Over" So intense.
I loooove it so much. "It's never over. She's the tear that hangs inside my soul forever."
Grace is one of those albums where every song is an absolute treat and they are all worth checking out. He was one of the best vocalists out there
His version is my favorite. I’ve heard it a million times & it still gives me chills.
Such a beautiful, soul touching song. Jeff Buckley is such a powerful singer.
Jeff’s father, Tim Buckley, was also a singer and also died young. He has some good songs too
Yes! I just commented same. My fav by him is “I Never Asked To Be Your Mountain” actually about Tim’s wife (GF?) and baby Jeff. A beautiful and intense song, but sad when you know what it’s about.
sfbayareagirl that’s such a beautiful song. My fave from him is Once I Was
Beauty and Gore Galore Omg. Thank you. I hadn’t heard that yet. In return, please listen to Jeff’s rendition. th-cam.com/video/2QV7Rus7j60/w-d-xo.html Be sure to check the comments where someone describes the subtle lyrics change and the last stunning chorus. Absolutely haunting.
sfbayareagirl omg that’s such a heartbreaking performance he gave. Yes, the lyric change hits deep while listening. Ugh. It’s so sad that they both lived such short lives 😕
@@BeautyandGoreGalore ❤️
Tears in my eyes, every single goddamned time. Thanks for playing one of the most beautifully sad and haunting songs ever
Fucks me up everytime. Buckley's voice...this song shatters me.
This song is by the late great Leonard Cohen. It get covered loads, but this is about one of the few covers that has the depth and soul of the original in my opinion
I saw him live in a small venue in Edinburgh, Scotland, the venue was a converted church. I was in the front row directly in front of Jeff as he performed. Outstanding. A tragedy that he was taken so soon.
Gives me the chills everytime I hear it. RIP
Can't beat this version! Another Jeff Buckley song I love is "I Know it's Over." Another great one to just sit by yourself and feel all the feels
Yes...the live in Chicago performance
"I know it's over" is a song by The Smiths and the original is good too. 👍🥃
The original version by The Smiths is the best version though.
"Don't dream iIt's over" by Crowded House.
Great song. I dont think ive ever seen anyone react to it. Shame.
I would never knock Leonard Coen, ever...but this is my favourite version of this wonderful song.
His entire first, and only, fully finished album "Grace" is perfect from start to finish.
Jeff Buckley left us way too soon but his voice will live forever. His version of this song is hauntingly beautiful.
Speaking of Buckley, his father TIM BUCKLEY produced one of my favorite albums of all time...Greetings From LA. Most of it a bit raunchy for review, but "Sweet Surrender" would be fitting. Both met a tragic young end.
Love that album. (When you say “produced,” some might think he’s only a producer. Not an amazing singer/songwriter. Just sayin’.) I had a huge teenage crush on Tim. Only saw him twice, both times from first row (Central Park-Shaeffer; Max’s Kansas City NYC). Saw Jeff many times: first time was at a memorial concert for Tim in my hood (Brooklyn): blew everyone away. I knew a couple of performers and was going to dinner with one so went backstage... met Jeff. We didn’t have a “friendship,” but we shared a few beers after a few shows. Saw him about 15 times. Last time: CBGB’s. Glad to see someone mention Tim: he is deep in my heart. Both are. When youtube was younger you couldn’t find videos of Tim. But now there are some. Not nearly enough of course, but at least some. A good one of Honey Man.
@@foxandscout OMG takes me back to my youth...at that time embracing the greatest music, much of it underground. You understand. I didn't mean "producer" but performer. I envy you.
@@tomatolady11 I know you meant performer. And yes we were very lucky to watch the best music as it was developed, as it exploded. And we didn’t need the Internet: we had FM radio and live concerts in all sorts of clubs. I think we were both lucky. I went out to hear music all the time. When I was in college (also Nyc) I went out 3x a week.
Memories are grand but oh to relive some of that!
Today is the anniversary of my only siblings death 25 years ago. She was 5 years older and I learned everything about music and art and literature from her. She was talented and smart: I was lucky. I miss her every day.
@@foxandscout Oh so sorry about your sister. She is probably listening to us now. You are absolutely right about the music and I can relate. I was West Coast San Francisco in the late 60s thru 70s. First memory Judy Collins singing on the "street" at the Wharf, Santana before he was famous at Aquatic Park, Sarah Vaughn playing at a local cub on Polk St, running into Janis Joplin at a neighborhood bar, Greatful Dead at Filmore East and West, Moody Blues in concert. I also fondly remember the people that turned me on to the music...and yes Tim Buckley stands out as unforgetable. We have had a good life...thanks for reminding me.
@@tomatolady11 thanks for your condolences. And I am envious of your SF life. How I yearned to go there and be there. I think NYC was second best, not necessarily for the music because everyone played here, but yearlong warm weather made it easier for flower power. And so many more parks and outdoor concerts when everyone was just fledgling. I missed the summer of love-too young (im 66) but got everything else. Judy Collins was the first concert I went to age 14 then Phil Ochs (my hero) and then the Grateful Dead who player a few blocks from my home in an old movie theater. Lots of west coast bands played there... I was in high school in brooklyn. Yes thanks for the memories. Music held my hand through all the tough times ...and still does. Be well, stay healthy, be happy.
You need to watch Jeff perform his song GRACE live on BBC Late Show on TH-cam. That performance is iconic❤️
Best cover of this song ever. Leonard Cohen used a lot of religious imagery in his lyrics and this one just tears your heart out:
'Lover you should have come over' is also a beautiful Jeff Buckley song
Great song. Lilac Wine is also beautiful and Eternal Life gets me hype 👍🏽
Jeff Buckley was an incredible talent. "Last Goodbye", I could listen to that song in my grave. The entire "Grace" album is a masterpiece, one of the best ever made.
He will always be young and beautiful with the voice of an angel!
Yeah Buckley was special. Not just his singing, as he was a great guitar player. As were so many artists from the 90s. The influx of talent and art in the 90s in music was absolutely amazing. All these artists defined our generation, but at the same time we took them for granted a bit.
Indeed, he's so talented at vocals that we kinda let it pass how great guitarist he is. Agreed 100%.
The original writing of this song contained, if I recall correctly, 168 verses. Which gives an artist a wide range of interpretations to choose from.
Even though this is a Leonard Cohen song, this is Jeff’s arrangement, and it is this arrangement that all subsequent cover versions lift from.
IMO the best version, set the standard for this song. The entire album is absolutely brilliant, lyrically and vocally 🎸👍
In my opinion the best gospel song ever written.
My favorite rendition of this song. Just amazing!
Exactly, this is the song where I go by myself and I just get lost in my own thoughts listening to it exactly like you said. ❤️
Jeff was actually doing a cover of a cover. Jeff was doing a cover of John Cale's version of Hallelujah.
brilliant rendition of a Leonard Cohen song covered by many. Suggest listening to Leonard Cohen singing "Tower of Song" although will warn that Cohen is an acquired taste
I first heard Jeff Buckley 20 years ago… It blew my mind then… It still does now to this day! Absolutely beautiful voice and guitar talent. God bless his soul! XOXO
Have you reacted to Pentatonix yet? I don't believe so. This is the perfect song to start you down the PTX rabbit hole. You will be amazed. Also, in honor of Eddie Van Halen, who passed yesterday (you reated to VH Jump, like a week ago), I am requesting a reaction of Eruption solo, live without a net as a tribute to one of the greatest guitarists ever! Thanks!
Yes I was going to suggest Pentatonix's version!
Yes! But watch the official video by Pentatonix... the visuals are as fitting as the music itself.
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There are much better covers of this song. Pentatonix cover is phenomenal!
My favorite song from Jeff is "Lover, You Should Have Come Over." It has the best line, "She's the tear that hangs inside my soul forever."😥
His live performances are if anything better than the recordings. I completely get the feeling you were talking about while listening to this song, and just about any performance of his has that same quality in it. Lover, You Should Have Come Over, Mojo Pin, New Year’s Prayer, and Morning Theft are personal favs.
Thanks for reminding me of my first time hearing one of my favs. ❤️
oh man....how i would have loved to hear this man sing.....rest forever Mr. Buckley....your voice...oh my...
HIs album Grace is amazing. This is my favorite version of this song, followed by Damien Rice's version.
I've seen/heard a lot of people cite the Buckley version as the best, but I have never seen it. I have never felt that any of the covers can touch Leonard Cohen's original version.
If you really liked Jeff, try his song Lilac Wine. It's from the same album entitled Grace.
He did that because of the version by my idol Nina Simone.
Finally, someone who suggests my favorite: Lilac Wine.
The song was first written by Leonard Cohen, a Jewish poet and singer from my hood of Montreal. It uses religious imagery, but for the purpose of expressing love, loss, pain and sorrow... and joy... this version is amazing....
The version you heard on Shrek was by John Cale, the original version by Leonard Cohen is also used in Watchmen. Buckley is a talented guy but Cohen is a poet.
Yep, from Shrek, covered by a different band. haven't seen the official video of this in a long, long time. Thanks for reacting to this. I honestly don't know why people keep covering this song, because no other version even compares to Jeff's perfect rendition.
This song hits me in a way no others do. Gives me chills
Last Goodbye is a must. It's stunning.
Jeff transcends all.
This was written by Leonard Cohen and released on an album of his in 1984. At one point, in his writing, there were 80 plus verses. Many have covered it, and it is always beautiful, but Jeff's is, by far, the best. Thanks for reacting to it, and now I will have to go get tissues. Every time I watch this performance, I cry like a baby. R.I.P. Jeff....gone too soon.
Beautiful, haunting, mesmerising! Definitely the best version of this song
He makes you feel it in your soul huh? You should react to "Mojo Pin" or "Lover You Should Have Come Over" live.
"Lover You Should Have Come Over" absolutely wreaks me every time I hear it. So beautiful and heartbreaking!
The live in Chicago version of Lover you should've come over is one of my all time favorite performances. Gives me chills every time.
Lover you Should've come over next. Please.
PENTATONIX - HALLELUJAH!!!
Chills. Every time.
My new friend. I’ve seen so so many of your vids and love them so much. My one request is “Lover You Should Come Over” by Jeff Buckley. It’s the most “felt” rock song I’ve ever experienced.
Another reactor, who happens to be a songwriter but I don't know that that matters, finally reacted to Pentatonix hallelujah. And he was so moved That by the end of it he was a washed with emotion and was tearing up. He said he had never Experienced A group or song as powerful as the video he just saw. His favorite version of hallelujah was this gentleman and he said he didn't think anybody could ever top it. And then he heard Pentatonix And Was just blown out of the water. Their video for hallelujah has 1⁄2 of billion Views. As somebody commented this is a great video So serve as an introduction to Pentatonix. Also bohemian rhapsody, imagine, sound of silence, daft punk medily, evolution of Michael Jackson. They are a cappella and they do have 1 of the sickest beat boxer you will ever come across. They won a Grammy for their death punk medley which was made on a budget of $400 in 1 of the group members kitchen. And there's second Grammy Is for dance of the sugar plum fairies in which you will truly gain in appreciation Just how good their base is and the gentleman who is there counter tenor. The gentleman who's the bass voice Can go so deep that he can blow out speakers. He Can go so deep that he can blow out speakers. He also has the very rare ability to sing 2 different notes at the same time. If you see a Pentatonix video after 2017 then the base has changed from Avi to matt. They are definitely worth Oh look at. I really don't think you'll be disappointed.
MORE JEFF BUCKLEY !!! PLEASE!! he is one of the greatest singers to ever live!! "Grace"LIVE NPA 1995 should be next...it will BLOW your MIND!!
Jeff's cover made this 1984 song by Canadian songwriter Leonard Cohen famous. Tragically he died young soon afterward. "Hallelujah" has been covered by many others as well, notably including kd lang (another Canadian) and a cappella quintet Pentatonix (that version is breathtaking)...
Thank you so much for reacting to Jeff Buckley!!! I've been watching for you or Leo (Mr. Video) or Jamal to check him out because his voice is absolutely bewitching and transcendent of his grave. Thank you, thank you, thank you so much!!!
This is the most recorded anthem of the past decade or more. It's the product of the most gifted of rock/folk/pop songwriters of the past fifty years, the late Canadian Leonard Cohen, and the gifted young voice phenom and one-record wonder, Jeff Buckley, who drowned shortly after putting out the record (his father, fine singer Tim Buckley, died of an OD very young, as well). Leonard Cohen wrote an entire collection of great songs, most famously "Suzanne." Buckley's entire studio album is wonderful.
Everybody here wants you, I want someone badly,last goodbye Any of those and more Jeff was a Jewel
Just so you know I have never heard this song by Jeff Buckley and am pleased to watch it with you for the first time.
Moves the soul
This song is amazing from beginning to finish, this reaction is amazing BUT your own personal, inspirational words from beginning then to finish are what's important and powerful. I thank you from the eternity of my heart and soul for being you and sharing your opinion for this. Much Love 💞
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Written and performed by Leonard Cohen back in the ‘70’s or 80’s, been covered but hundreds.
This is actually a cover, the original was by Leonard Cohen but nothing compares to this
So glad you enjoyed Jeff. I enjoyed the reaction. There are several Jeff Buckley songs that you will love. For just pure RAW emotion, My personal favorite is "lover you should've come over " live in Chicago performance is the best for this song.
Oh, ...you are in for such a treat having just found Jeff Buckley, I'm almost jealous!
Rufus Wainright covered this Leonard Cohen song in the movie Shrek.Buckley has the made the song his own and gets much credit for its popularity.R.I.P. Cohen and Buckley.
Jeff Buckley and Chris Cornell were the best singers of the 90’s. Their range is crazy.
This is a cover...the original was done by Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen is a great lyricist. His musical arrangements, on the other hand are not great. More than any artist I can think of, it's better to listen to Leonard Cohen covers than the originals. There's a list of the best LC covers here: www.covermesongs.com/2020/09/the-best-leonard-cohen-covers-ever.html
@@ublej I whole heartedly agree with you! 💯
‘Forget her’, ‘Dream Brother’, ‘Mojo pin’. All of his songs are incredible really and worth reacting to - but the main one i could suggest is ‘Lover you should’ve come over’. If you want to be amazed
As others have noted the song is by Leonard Cohen. Check out Cohen's "Democracy". A good choice for election day?
One word :WOW !!!
Rip Jeff Buckley 🙏🏽😥
Heavenly yet hauntingly beautiful
Whatever you heard before, forget it. This is how it's done!
This song was written by Leonard Cohen from Montreal. It's been covered many, many times and is now very popular. You may want to actually listen to Cohen singing this himself as its available on TH-cam. Cohen has written some brilliant stuff and you may want to investigate some of his other material.
Beautiful felt song. RIP. God bless. IJN.
The best rendition of this song!
I'm not sure of the whole meaning of this song, but it contains a lot of references to the Bible. Particularly the account of King David and Bathsheba. David was walking in his palace one day when he looked out and he saw a woman bathing on her roof. He asked who she was and was told she was Bathsheba, a wife of one of his loyal generals, Uriah. So he summoned her, slept with her and impregnated her. When he found that out, he summoned her husband and essentially told him to take some time off, go home and sleep with his wife. But his general was too dutiful and wouldn't return home just yet, so to cover up the pregnancy, he gave a letter to another general telling him to put Uriah on the front line and have everyone but him retreat. When the deed was done, David took Bathsheba as his own wife
A million covers out there by many many people -beautiful song
Rufus Wainwrite did a cover of this that was on Shrek.
It was written by Leonard Cohen, but basically everybody has done a cover. Rumor has it that Cohen wrote hundreds of verses, but only included like four when he recorded it. A few of the covers use a few different verses, but most of them are just gone.
"Man of Constant Sorrow" By The Acapella Group Home Free The Bass will amaze you and the Beat Boxer is awesome. The only instrument is their voice. Truly amazing. and the Boyz to Men cover of "End of the Road" will knock your socks OFF!
I swear there were tears on his lashes...there sure were on mine.
Rufus Wainwright did the version in Shrek. Jeff died at the moment he was becoming well known, very sad but his music is well, we only got a sample. RIP Jeff.
There's two versions in Shrek. One by Rufus Wainwright and one by John Cage.
@@jasonremy1627 Thank you, on doing a little more research , Rufus was on the soundtrack and John Cage did the version in the movie.
Yes! Left me sperchless as well.
Youre right! Everyone needs a song that touches them on body, soul, mind and SPIRIT!
Jewel Box and Haven't You Heard are my two most loved Jeff Buckly songs and showcase his range in such beautiful ways. You should look into some more from him! :)
Leonard Cohen the writer of this song came up with over 60 verses for this song. It is however best known for the Jeff Buckley cover. Another artist taken way before his time!
The original was by Leonard Cohen, but this is the most famous version - and for good reason. Buckley reinvents the song and delivers a transcendent vocal performance. Most of the other covers you'll hear are based on this version -- like Rufus Wainwright's version (the one you heard in Shrek). If you want to hear another great cover version, try K.D. Lang's.
Gives me chills every time I hear it. I listen to it at least once a week. Such a tragic loss. R.I.P.