Every song that Ms. Osborne sings she takes and makes it her own. Yet another stellar performance from one of the most underrated singers of our times.
You would never know from this performance that this lady has one hell of a rasp. She can be as smooth as silk or as rough as sand paper. A very versatile singer.
Whomever orchestrates and designs her musical accompaniment is not on the same page as she. Joan Osborne has a mellifluous engaging voice of the highest calibre but she is most often paired with an undistinguished musical arrangement. No to impune her instramentalists and back up singers, it's the heartless, music by numbers quality of what surrounds her that, I think, has muted her career.
Is she underrated or an artist who has not been bought by music industry? I am pretty sure she uses her own record label and also prefers to play at small venues and festivals. I've not heard of her performing in a sports stadium ever, which is understandable because the sound quality in those is awful. She could sell out colloseums if she wanted to, imo, if she had gone in that direction after her hit single "One of Us". But she is staying true to the music and is not selling out.
You make a great point. There must be a reason why Joan Osborne is not widely recognized as one of the great female singers over the last 30 years. I am sure that Taylor Swift and Beyonce are great ( not my cup of meat) but they are not more talented than Joan Osborne.
I found Joan by accident and can't believe her talent. The woman can sing anything and she has soul!! Love her Motown music.........only she can repeat Sara Smile!! Awesome Joan!
Joan, you are one major talent girl, I play your take on What Becomes Of The Broken Hearted over and over again, I never tire of hearing your fantastic voice. Bless you.
I've been a Joan Osborne fan from the day I purchased "Relish" what 20 years ago? Her voice is still so rich and soulful. She can hold her own with the R&B/Blues elite. I had the pleasure of seeing her perform live here in St. Louis, Mo. at the Pageant Theater during the "Righteous Love" tour in 2002 and she did not disappoint. Truly a fantastic artist.
Love this woman and her incomparable interpretations.I am humbled by how musicians free-flow through a piece of music they've heard oh so many times before.And yet,they add their own stamp to the song.How do they do it???!!!
She did a wonderful version of the Grateful Dead’s “Ripple” - made it her own just like this. (It seems to have disappeared from the internet though 😢)
I go all day with Joan Osborne songs in my head. I am grateful to her as her talent and passion for music enhances the quality of life for those who listen. Thanks also for You Tube and the people who tape her performances and put them up on you tube .Thank you.
I don't usually go in for covers, but this is good! A room full of musicians, no autotune, no Beyonce style vocal hitches, just a woman belting out a classic Hall and Oates (or is it Hall & Oates?) song, and doing a damn good job of it, I might add.
I AGREE that Joan Osborne is underrated!!!! Her performance of "What Becomes of the Broken Hearted" in the movie "Standing in the Shadows of Motown" (with The Funk Brothers) is the BEST PART of the movie!. and, her version of Son of a Preacher Man is amazing.
Absolutely amazing, as always from Joan. To be in the studio and here a track this epic being layed down live. I think I'd have to take a few minutes to compose myself. Deeply moving.
She's the Al Green of our time... A truly effortlessly great singer. Rare and precious in a sea of talentless studio projects. No buttons, no adjustments needed, she has it. Keep posting, I'm really grateful!
Joan is the most soulful Soul Sister Singing today. Her voice and passion for singing is as beautiful as she is. Don't miss her live- at the Grey Eagle in Asheville next week.
I first came across Joan in the BBC Four Transatlantic Sessions programme ... Folk musicians came together in what have been called ‘the greatest back porch show ever ... have a listen, she’s an outstanding performer without question 👌
First time for me listening to Joan. What a great voice! Silky, powerful, rich and solid. After all the pop junk that's plastered all over, it's nice to hear someone who can actually sing and hold a note.
Such a beautiful, sweet soulful voice. This version is so laid back. It is a very calming version. I first came across Joan Osborne about a month ago with the Funk Brothers doing What becomes of the brokenhearted, and instantly appreciated how good her singing was. Since then I have liked her material and totally agree that she is so badly underrated.
👏🏾👏🏾❤️🥰❤️ #TeamJoanOsborne with that amazing BAND!!! All the Sara’s around the world are literally S😊M😊I😊L😊I😊N😊G again!! Great cover from the awesome hit makers and legendary Hall & Oates! 🤗🤗 I’m sure they’re proud to hear this perfected cover.
I love it that she is understated. No hidous tattoos, not vulgar language, no dopey slang or trendy buzz-words and cliché's. And that gal can actually sing. Glad she's here.
When I heard the album RELISH, with the songs ST Theresa, Man in the long black coat, Pensacola and almost the whole album through she just soul-ed me away and I thought south-ish like Louisana and up pops Canada on the back cover ? Joan osborne is my very favorite singing talent. I feel her songs very deep in my soul. thank you Joan lovley work!
always loved this song and she does it jusice like hall & co. beautifully expressive songs and the innovations she put in it on runs gorgeoous neverheard of her before choiuce of songs absolutely on point lovely lovely i've run out of adjectives exqisite ending
This is a great cover..she does have soul! & if you've heard her other music u know she can blow if she wants but this was the sound she wanted and or felt.
Every song that Ms. Osborne sings she takes and makes it her own. Yet another stellar performance from one of the most underrated singers of our times.
Still true to this day
YES!!! Shes by far one of my favorite vocalists!!
She's not famous or at the top of social media, but she has a dozen albums to her credit. Somebody must like her - l sure do.
You would never know from this performance that this lady has one hell of a rasp. She can be as smooth as silk or as rough as sand paper. A very versatile singer.
Honey running over gravel.
that voice, that delivery
i just melt
Why is this artist so underrated!!! We love 💕 you Joan
Whomever orchestrates and designs her musical accompaniment is not on the same page as she. Joan Osborne has a mellifluous engaging voice of the highest calibre but she is most often paired with an undistinguished musical arrangement. No to impune her instramentalists and back up singers, it's the heartless, music by numbers quality of what surrounds her that, I think, has muted her career.
I LOVE THIS WOMAN!!! it's a crying shame how under rated she is. I loves me some Joan
I agree 100 %!
I bet she keeps on the dl for a reason.. .. ...probably more free like that.
Cant get enough of Joan... Love her voice and passion.✌🏽🌹
Is she underrated or an artist who has not been bought by music industry? I am pretty sure she uses her own record label and also prefers to play at small venues and festivals. I've not heard of her performing in a sports stadium ever, which is understandable because the sound quality in those is awful. She could sell out colloseums if she wanted to, imo, if she had gone in that direction after her hit single "One of Us". But she is staying true to the music and is not selling out.
You make a great point. There must be a reason why Joan Osborne is not widely recognized as one of the great female singers over the last 30 years. I am sure that Taylor Swift and Beyonce are great ( not my cup of meat) but they are not more talented than Joan Osborne.
I found Joan by accident and can't believe her talent. The woman can sing anything and she has soul!! Love her Motown music.........only she can repeat Sara Smile!! Awesome Joan!
A beautiful song, and as usual Joan did a wonderful job with it.
Joan, you are one major talent girl, I play your take on What Becomes Of The Broken Hearted over and over again, I never tire of hearing your fantastic voice. Bless you.
I looooove her.
Alan Morgan- That performance with The Funk Brothers is absolutely Stunning
What a Awesome talent ! Love her voice.
I've been a Joan Osborne fan from the day I purchased "Relish" what 20 years ago? Her voice is still so rich and soulful. She can hold her own with the R&B/Blues elite. I had the pleasure of seeing her perform live here in St. Louis, Mo. at the Pageant Theater during the "Righteous Love" tour in 2002 and she did not disappoint. Truly a fantastic artist.
Joan can make any song 'hers!" Simply beautiful...
I've been lovin Ms Osbornes singing since Motown's STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN. Such amazing interpretations!
me too! She killed it on What Becomes of the Broken Hearted
please check out my rendition danemusic1
Joan Osborne nailed this version of Sara Smile! She has soul and a rich, full voice! Magnificent!
Class.
Joan is feeling this song,instead of reading it a piece of paper..Beautiful cover of a beautiful song.
Soul from deep within.
Comes from the heart. keep feeling the music love it.
One of the best singers ever from Kentucky! Love her voice.
I never tire of listening this phenomenal voice.
Love this woman and her incomparable interpretations.I am humbled by how musicians free-flow through a piece of music they've heard oh so many times before.And yet,they add their own stamp to the song.How do they do it???!!!
She did a wonderful version of the Grateful Dead’s “Ripple” - made it her own just like this. (It seems to have disappeared from the internet though 😢)
I go all day with Joan Osborne songs in my head. I am grateful to her as her talent and passion for music enhances the quality of life for those who listen. Thanks also for You Tube and the people who tape her performances and put them up on you tube .Thank you.
Love it! She is totally loyal to the song as written - no silly vocalizations just singing straight - she's quite a talented singer
I don't usually go in for covers, but this is good! A room full of musicians, no autotune, no Beyonce style vocal hitches, just a woman belting out a classic Hall and Oates (or is it Hall & Oates?) song, and doing a damn good job of it, I might add.
I just finished watching The Funk Brothers. Never knew about them ! And I love R & B ! I saw Joan sing and what a wonderful voice she has ! Loved it.
I AGREE that Joan Osborne is underrated!!!! Her performance of "What Becomes of the Broken Hearted" in the movie "Standing in the Shadows of Motown" (with The Funk Brothers) is the BEST PART of the movie!. and, her version of Son of a Preacher Man is amazing.
Every time I hear her sing a tune, It still blows my mind. Fantastic
The ever soulful and talented Joan Osborne. I've been a fan since 1991.
Me too, but, don't recall the exact year?
Wow...she is so good...love watching her in studio:)
Would love to hear this with John or Daryl in harmony. Wish she had done Live at Daryl's House. Joan is a treasure
Sara A is smiling right now. Impeccable!
Absolutely amazing, as always from Joan. To be in the studio and here a track this epic being layed down live. I think I'd have to take a few minutes to compose myself. Deeply moving.
She is the best R+B cover singer alive right now. Hands down. All her albums are good.
In the Shadows of Motown led me here.damn, how have I missed Joan......what a voice!I grew up on Motown et al, and Joan just has that and more, Wow!
Me too!, isn't Shadows----- one of the greatest things ever?
She's the Al Green of our time... A truly effortlessly great singer. Rare and precious in a sea of talentless studio projects. No buttons, no adjustments needed, she has it.
Keep posting, I'm really grateful!
Love ya Joan! Thank you for all the great things you have done for all of us!
Stunning, every bit as good as the original - She doesn't just sing it she feels the song on some deep level and then shares that with us.
Joan Osbourne is very underrated and largely unrecognized for her talent... Amazing voice and she's got soul. Beautiful
Joan is the most soulful Soul Sister Singing today. Her voice and passion for singing is as beautiful as she is. Don't miss her live- at the Grey Eagle in Asheville next week.
Wow ..what a beautiful singer
Beautiful woman beautiful voice love her music
Beautiful rendition of a stellar song. What a voice!
i discovered this lady years ago. i have all her albums multiple copies. i love her voice.
First time hearing this, love it. It was a teenage fave of mine, Joan does it great.
laura Silveria
Absolutely ~ Without a doubt.
She's magnificent.
Absolutely Breathtaking 🥰
That’s her!
really great version. Joan has a knack of making anything she sings sound like her own as was said b the producer at the end .Nice work
Joan Osborne is so soulful and her interpretation of this song is beyond great! Such an expressive voice! Listen and enjoy!
I first came across Joan in the BBC Four Transatlantic Sessions programme ... Folk musicians came together in what have been called ‘the greatest back porch show ever ... have a listen, she’s an outstanding performer without question 👌
I second this emotion
Beautiful cover of the Great Hall & Oates classic.
Great rendition! Love this performance!
I love her version of this classic piece, so soulful! So Live!
Sung with such feeling and class
I was never a big fan of hers until this. So glad someone suggested I listen to it.
This is such a well written song, and this live version's got a great, smooth feel to it :)
So soulful and effortless...Joan is a Godess; an amazing talent.
New respect for Joan! Killing it awesome
This is absolutely wonderful. Joan just nails the Philadelphia sound. Great at both the Motown and Philadelphia sounds!
First time for me listening to Joan. What a great voice! Silky, powerful, rich and solid. After all the pop junk that's plastered all over, it's nice to hear someone who can actually sing and hold a note.
Joan, absolutely well done. Love it. Thanks to whoever posted this.
I crushed on her so hard as a young teen. Still think she is amazing. Love Joan so much
I once saw Southside Johnny perform "The Lady Is A Tramp" at a wedding reception. One of the best renditions of that song I ever heard!
I could listen to her for ever seen this oh my God I love her what a voice I've watched it at least 20 times and still never get tired of it
No words, just tears................ So lovely, pure, sweet, positive and full of finesse.
Whoa!!! Where has this gal been hiding herself!!! What a voice!!!
Well my goodness, isn't that spectacular? Thanks Joan and the great band!
Phenomenal talent. She makes it sound easy. A class act.
absolutely fantastic. I first heard this song on Gator Country radio in Jax, FL.
This song is a new for me but... I heard many times this week...so lovely & Sweet 🥰 sound good!👍
Flawless vocal, Joan is amazing.
Amazing.....you go Joan Osborne!
Such a beautiful, sweet soulful voice. This version is so laid back. It is a very calming version.
I first came across Joan Osborne about a month ago with the Funk Brothers doing What becomes of the brokenhearted, and instantly appreciated how good her singing was.
Since then I have liked her material and totally agree that she is so badly underrated.
I love Joan Osborne.
This one is dedicated to my daughter on her birthday.
PLEASE SARAH SMILE! YOU ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE...I LOVE YOU!
LOVE me some Joan Osborne....she gives me instant chills everytime
Yes She does !
She's a amazing can't gt enough to listen too just wow
I hav been thinkin bout this song everytime I hear it.... I hav never even dated a Sara. Joan is also a favorite of mine, much luv
Other than Hall and Oats doing this song, Joan has nailed it. Best version I have ever heard
Beautiful . You and the band .
Prettiest song ever! I am dying. Thank you for your gift.
👏🏾👏🏾❤️🥰❤️ #TeamJoanOsborne with that amazing BAND!!! All the Sara’s around the world are literally S😊M😊I😊L😊I😊N😊G again!! Great cover from the awesome hit makers and legendary Hall & Oates! 🤗🤗 I’m sure they’re proud to hear this perfected cover.
I love it that she is understated. No hidous tattoos, not vulgar language, no dopey slang or trendy buzz-words and cliché's. And that gal can actually sing. Glad she's here.
When I heard the album RELISH, with the songs ST Theresa, Man in the long black coat, Pensacola and almost the whole album through she just soul-ed me away and I thought south-ish like Louisana and up pops Canada on the back cover ? Joan osborne is my very favorite singing talent. I feel her songs very deep in my soul. thank you Joan lovley work!
Wow. What a stunning voice. I saw her live outdoors two years ago, ten feet away. One of the greatest talents I have ever seen. And what a sexy woman.
Who is Joan osburn... I just found out. She is great.
she puts so much soul into this incredible song
Just learned maybe two years ago what she's been doing. Just great!
I can feeling Joan. you're so good
one of the best female singers i've ever heard, i'm hooked!
always loved this song and she does it jusice like hall & co. beautifully expressive songs and the innovations she put in it on runs gorgeoous neverheard of her before choiuce of songs absolutely on point lovely lovely i've run out of adjectives exqisite ending
Nice.... Keep it rolling. Beautiful.
Joan is a natural she doesn’t over do it her voice speaks volumes
could listen to her all day.
She rocks this...............Thank you Joan!
Omg! One of my favourite songs done by one of my favourite voices. Heaven!,,
I love it! I love this song. I love Joan. I love it!
Love this lady.what a rendition.Good post.
This is a great cover..she does have soul! & if you've heard her other music u know she can blow if she wants but this was the sound she wanted and or felt.
Very cool song. I got the Breakfast in Bed cd last weekend. I've always liked R&B. Joan can definitely sing.
sweetest and sooo powerful!! ................................
Joan is top shelf , no doubt.
To beautiful for words
Unbelievably great
this girl's got SOUL !!!!
This woman can actually sing. Unlike some of the so called musicians we have today.. This lady is great.
Oh Joan, just heard you yesterday with the Funk Bros. What a voice you have.
Fantastic, beautiful, very soulful, love you.
Joan heard yr version today best 1!
I can`t believe the range of her voice. she`s a "Once in a Life Time Talent"