THANK YOU FOR KEEPING THIS COVER ALIVE!!! It's almost 2023, I've updated the free PDF download link for any guitar players/singers who want to learn how to play my exact version quickly & easily. Link above, it's deriknelson.com/howtoplaygravity
hey Seth! Thanks for commenting! YES I just released a free PDF Guide & video for this (my) arrangement! I apologize it took so long to get back to you. Grab the PDF here, it's got everything you need to play it including tips for the intro, chords, lyrics, hammer on tricks, etc. bitly.com/2HEv4Ap
Something always brings me back to you It never takes too long No matter what I say or do I'll still feel you here 'till the moment I'm gone You hold me without touch You keep me without chains I never wanted anything so much than to drown in your love And not feel your reign Set me free, leave me be I don't want to fall another moment into your gravity Here I am, and I stand So tall, just the way I'm supposed to be But you're on to me and all over me Oh, you loved me 'cause I'm fragile When I thought that I was strong But you touch me for a little while And all my fragile strength is gone Set me free, leave me be I don't want to fall another moment into your gravity Here I am, and I stand So tall, just the way I'm supposed to be But you're on to me and all over me I live here on my knees as I try to make you see That you're everything I think I need here on the ground But you're neither friend nor foe though I can't seem to let you go The one thing that I still know is that you're keeping me down You're keeping me down, eh ooh You're on to me, on to me, and all over Something always brings me back to you It never takes too long
Still one of the most inspiring and best cover of this song. It felt so nostalgic plus the place where you were singing, it all adds to the magic of this cover.
The moment you start singing I start going back in time to a moment in my life when I found something so beautiful and getting my freedom back to be who I want to be not who people want me to be. Very beautiful cover Derik you made this song your own ❤️
@katieeismyname (continuing yet AGAIN) Sara Bareilles is one of the most honest songwriters of our generation right now, and I really respect her writing to the utmost degree. This is probably her most powerful song, and I am grateful that people like my rendition... I only intend to pay tribute to such an amazing songwriter, and do justice to such a beautiful song. As for the VMAs, I chose not to watch them out of apathy... Don't let that skew your vision or appreciation of music. There are...
Broooo I stumbled across this song again for the first time in a looooong time and had to find some covers! Love this bro! 2024 and still the best cover on any platform! 🤌🏽
it's 1:21 a.m, after a tiresome day, nothing beautiful i could have ever found on internet than this while having my dinner!!!. Just a day before thanksgiving, all alone on my dinner table. God bless you :)
Wow, thank you so much Shripal. I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and I'm SO sorry it took me so long to get back to you to thank you. I really appreciate you taking the time to say how much you enjoyed this video! Hope you have an awesome week! -Derik
I found this song cover like 7-8 years ago. I had not listened to the original song. Obviously, I ran to hear the original, and after that, I reach the conclusion that this version had get's old in such a good way, that I would dare to say that it is superior to the original.
+Derik Nelson I second her! That's a really tough song and I can't sing it no matter how much I try to. But after seeing your guitar version, I've decided to give it a shot too :) Great work, keep it up! :D
Hey Spandan! In case you're wanting the EXACT chords I use for this, I just released a downloadable Chord Guide PDF and a video tutorial! :) hope it is helpful for you: bitly.com/2HEv4Ap
This came so close to bringing me to tears. . .your voice is spellbinding. . . .and somehow there is such an honest sound to it. I never want it to end. Don't ever stop singing. . .or posting! haha
Oh wow. Sara Bareilles is one of my favorite artists, and you definitely did this song justice! You have such a wonderful voice, and your guitar-playing skills are superb. Please do more covers of Sara's songs! :) (also, the place is lovely :) )
Derik, I once thought that this song was 'uncoverable' because no one could compare to Sara B's original. After hearing your version, I no longer think that. Your version is amazingly good. Thank you.
I'm so glad cause I realize that, thanks to the internet and TH-cam, I can find out so many artists like you. Talented people, passionate people, inspiring people. The big difference with the mainstream ones is that, when you sing a song and "tell a story", I believe in your words. You're now part of my daily life in my playlist ;) I love all the artists you're covering and your covers are beautiful.Thank you for sharing your passion. Keep it up ! Greetings from France.
This song is a very sweet hymn for that feeling of absence that keeps you captive after the only one love. Your performance is perfect for that. Thank you
@ChristinaMarie023 hey Christina, thank you so much! I really appreciate your willingness to share my music, it's one of the biggest honors to have other musicians helping to spread the love! :)
I had the privilege of watching you perform at usc two nights ago and I'm so glad I did. You're a great performer and you have a wonderful voice. Keep singing! :D
man you're way too awesome and all that deserves nothing more than an applause. *melts* you somehow sounded like the lead vocalist of Lifehouse! Keep on doin' covers my friend! 'cause the price WILL COME BACK TO YOU. ;)
Okay. So I couldn't get the original out of my head for several days now and thought it'll be a good idea to just binge on covers of this beautiful piece of music. I clicked on the very first suggestion. Aaaaaaaaaand now I not only sitting here in the silence and absolute awe ( a good thing) of what I just heard but I'm also like seriously choked up with tears pooling in my eyes because that was the most beautiful cover of "Gravity" that I've ever heard. Period. Hands down. Thank you so much for sharing. I might actually check out the rest of your covers because I genuinely enjoyed the quality of your voice too. Never heard of you before today however I'm excited with anticipation of hearing more of your music. Just fantastic!
Oh, don't mind me. Just coming back to watch again. But seriously. I hope you know what a gift you have, Derik. This is truly my favorite video on TH-cam. I watch it all the time, & show it to friends & family so they can see. I pray someone discovers you soon, & allows you to share your gift with the world. I can relate firsthand to that dream, because it's mine as well. (: I found this cover after posting my own (I love this song), but yours is amazing. Thank you for sharing.
Well, I looked for a cover of this hoping I could find a guy who did a good cover of it, though I wasn't expecting much. I kept thinking that if I COULD find a good one, it would be awesome. I was wrong. It was BEYOND awesome! Blew me away! You are amazing. Keep making music, and I will definitely keep listening! =D
Literally first two seconds of listening- you gave me chills. your voice is so soothing and you did a great job on this cover. Being a singer myself and having videos on TH-cam, you're such an inspiration. Thank you for putting your voice out there, you've got one of the best voices I've heard. Speechless. xo
Wow. Your voice is incredible. Spot on with your tone and pitch and wow. Haha. You're so good. That high note made me swoon, and I wasn't even watching you sing...just listening. It's sad that guys like you aren't recognized when others with none of your talent are famous. I hope you make it one day, so that your voice can be heard. I'll definitely subscribe and support you as best I can. :)
LOVE LOVE LOVE. not only do you have an insanne amount of talent and a B-E-A-UTIFUL voice, but this song. is just amazing. and so are youu. dont evver stop at what youu do
OMG I LOVE YOU :) i swear, i always LOVE THE PART where singers sing.. "one thing that I still know is that you're keeping me DOWN" omg. orgasmic! I Love How You Did It!
you know what,im just keep smiling while im listening to your cover, today is such a special day to me,nothing i hope but some greeting from somebody i hope, no matter what we've been throught i always look back n wishing everything will be the same like the old days but infact we're not together anymore, i feel like im the worst man ever, hoping for something that doesnt even exist anymore, i really dont wanna fall into the same gravity but it always goes back to "something always brings me back to you", ty dude, u did a great job :)
@drocknelly i love when male singer cover songs that was sung by woman singer..it gives the song different perspective..and i wanna say that you nailed it so well..pls keep doing this ur amazing....
thank you so much. That means a lot. :) I know I'm WAY late to the party on your comment, but wanted to thank you and let you know that I really take this to heart. -Derik
Dude. That´s a great cover. I was thinking about doing a cover of gravity. Now I got second thoughts. I don´t wanna compete with u at all man. Great job. Wish u well. Love.
10 years later your cover is still very alive
very grateful for that! It's crazy, I would've done so many things differently had I known people would respond to it so positively!
it’s been 12 years now
12 years later and I’ve yet to hear a better cover. Bravo!
@@DerikNelson definitely the most peaceful version, thanks!
The tone is so texturally sound!
It's 2023 and this is still the best cover of this song ever.
Stil until now , from the first time i lestin to ur video .. before 10 years really the best video ever.
I was 20 .
Now im 30 years old
THANK YOU FOR KEEPING THIS COVER ALIVE!!! It's almost 2023, I've updated the free PDF download link for any guitar players/singers who want to learn how to play my exact version quickly & easily. Link above, it's deriknelson.com/howtoplaygravity
Could you please put it on Spotify? Thank you :)
Thank you so much.
❤❤❤❤
Not all capes wear heroes. Thank you so much
STILL HITS ALL THESE YEARS LATER MAN
Dude what the hell, this is so good?!???
haha thank you!
This performance is amazing. Only Sara herself can hope to top it.
seriously the best "male" cover of this song. the other ones are ridiculous.
Thanks Christian!! Much appreciated man :)
u dont need to be rude Christian.. i'm agree about how great this cover, but i cant agree more with calling another ridiculous. sing is art.
Derik Nelson Bro! Amazing cover! You've truly blessed my ears. Just a question, are there any available tabs fpr your version online?
Couldn't agree more. Everytime I sing it I keep sounding like a chick.
hey Seth! Thanks for commenting! YES I just released a free PDF Guide & video for this (my) arrangement! I apologize it took so long to get back to you. Grab the PDF here, it's got everything you need to play it including tips for the intro, chords, lyrics, hammer on tricks, etc. bitly.com/2HEv4Ap
13 years later and randomly thought of this cover. Perfection! Thank you.
12 years and this is my favorite cover of you
This was so beautiful. Your riff on "keeping me down" in the bridge gave me goosebumps
Something always brings me back to you
It never takes too long
No matter what I say or do
I'll still feel you here 'till the moment I'm gone
You hold me without touch
You keep me without chains
I never wanted anything so much than to drown in your love
And not feel your reign
Set me free, leave me be
I don't want to fall another moment into your gravity
Here I am, and I stand
So tall, just the way I'm supposed to be
But you're on to me and all over me
Oh, you loved me 'cause I'm fragile
When I thought that I was strong
But you touch me for a little while
And all my fragile strength is gone
Set me free, leave me be
I don't want to fall another moment into your gravity
Here I am, and I stand
So tall, just the way I'm supposed to be
But you're on to me and all over me
I live here on my knees as I try to make you see
That you're everything I think I need here on the ground
But you're neither friend nor foe though I can't seem to let you go
The one thing that I still know is that you're keeping me down
You're keeping me down, eh ooh
You're on to me, on to me, and all over
Something always brings me back to you
It never takes too long
Listening to this after 9 years...
Just beautiful. ❤️
I still listen to this on the regular :)
THANK YOU!!! :)
This will never stop being my favorite cover. I listen to it every day on Spotify.
2021 here.. it's so good ❤️
You should totally audition for the X factor or American Idol or something like that! I would definitely vote for you!
my first love song
SKINNYPUNCH love this song as well but it's sooo heartbreaking and sad :(
@@kristengregory795 listening to this song again
Im back. Still in love with this song.
Chillest version of this song. Ever.
ahhhh thanks so much! :)
10 years && I’m just now hearing this && falling in love with this ❤️❤️ omg my heart
Still one of the most inspiring and best cover of this song. It felt so nostalgic plus the place where you were singing, it all adds to the magic of this cover.
The moment you start singing I start going back in time to a moment in my life when I found something so beautiful and getting my freedom back to be who I want to be not who people want me to be. Very beautiful cover Derik you made this song your own ❤️
@katieeismyname (continuing yet AGAIN) Sara Bareilles is one of the most honest songwriters of our generation right now, and I really respect her writing to the utmost degree. This is probably her most powerful song, and I am grateful that people like my rendition... I only intend to pay tribute to such an amazing songwriter, and do justice to such a beautiful song. As for the VMAs, I chose not to watch them out of apathy... Don't let that skew your vision or appreciation of music. There are...
Your version is original, honest and true. Simply, beautiful.
I am sorry I have just discovered it. Wasted 10 years.
@@anonymouslistener6113 Not wasted! It's still here for you, I'm glad you found me! Thank you so much 🙌🏻❤️
I loved this song already, but second one of him opening his mouth and I was a puddle lol. Beautiful rendition.
Insane performance
Broooo I stumbled across this song again for the first time in a looooong time and had to find some covers! Love this bro! 2024 and still the best cover on any platform! 🤌🏽
it's 1:21 a.m, after a tiresome day, nothing beautiful i could have ever found on internet than this while having my dinner!!!. Just a day before thanksgiving, all alone on my dinner table. God bless you :)
Wow, thank you so much Shripal. I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and I'm SO sorry it took me so long to get back to you to thank you. I really appreciate you taking the time to say how much you enjoyed this video! Hope you have an awesome week! -Derik
I found this song cover like 7-8 years ago. I had not listened to the original song. Obviously, I ran to hear the original, and after that, I reach the conclusion that this version had get's old in such a good way, that I would dare to say that it is superior to the original.
best cover of this song by far.
Jan Eunice Villapaz Thanks Jan, I appreciate that a lot.
+Derik Nelson I second her! That's a really tough song and I can't sing it no matter how much I try to. But after seeing your guitar version, I've decided to give it a shot too :) Great work, keep it up! :D
Hey Spandan! In case you're wanting the EXACT chords I use for this, I just released a downloadable Chord Guide PDF and a video tutorial! :) hope it is helpful for you: bitly.com/2HEv4Ap
@KeysAndNotes thank you! you're always so complimentary of my videos, i really appreciate it :)
This came so close to bringing me to tears. . .your voice is spellbinding. . . .and somehow there is such an honest sound to it. I never want it to end. Don't ever stop singing. . .or posting! haha
Truth be told....if I didn't know any better I would have thought I was listening to John Mayer. You got amazing talent bro!
this is one of my go to songs when i miss somebody
Seeing this just now and this is fa-yer! Best cover ever!
still the best cover of gravity by a male artist ....have you noticed that john Mayer has not covered this.. :)
Oh wow. Sara Bareilles is one of my favorite artists, and you definitely did this song justice! You have such a wonderful voice, and your guitar-playing skills are superb. Please do more covers of Sara's songs! :) (also, the place is lovely :) )
Derik, I once thought that this song was 'uncoverable' because no one could compare to Sara B's original. After hearing your version, I no longer think that. Your version is amazingly good. Thank you.
I'm so glad cause I realize that, thanks to the internet and TH-cam, I can find out so many artists like you. Talented people, passionate people, inspiring people. The big difference with the mainstream ones is that, when you sing a song and "tell a story", I believe in your words. You're now part of my daily life in my playlist ;) I love all the artists you're covering and your covers are beautiful.Thank you for sharing your passion. Keep it up ! Greetings from France.
I love listening to you sing, don't forget about your youtube fans when you become rich and famous!
months go by, and i always find myself coming back to this cover!haha i think ive commented like 5 times haha
wowww, honestly. i can not wait until you are famous. this talent is to inspirational and amazing to not be recognized by the world
This song is a very sweet hymn for that feeling of absence that keeps you captive after the only one love. Your performance is perfect for that. Thank you
Hey he went to my highschool (way before I attended it of course), but he came back pretty recently to play a concert for us. Great cover, Derik!
Something always brings me back to this . This is perfection
You rock man, thank you so much for this
Derik Nelson thank you for sharing your talent buddy . This is a fav of mine now . Take care
That was SERIOUSLY amazing and impressive!
After 11 years you still my crush and this still my favorite cover 😻
Even though it’s been 12 years since it released, I’m still listening to the best cover. You should put this on some music streaming service!
@Sarttimi haha thank you for coming back!!! I always appreciate your comments :)
@ChristinaMarie023 hey Christina, thank you so much! I really appreciate your willingness to share my music, it's one of the biggest honors to have other musicians helping to spread the love! :)
I watch all your videos and always am impressed. This was very well done Derik. I'm really excited to be your friend, it'll give me bragging rights.
i used to hate cover song but this one is the exception. your cover is awesome and you have amazing voice
11yrs later and this is still phenomenal
Thank you Allan!!! Much appreciated 🙏🏻
@@DerikNelson perhaps, revisit this piece and record an updated version? 🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽
Best cover of this song..I think I actually like this better then the original I think to.. mad props man!
@Sarttimi what a wonderful compliment, thank you SO much
Incrível como essa música nunca fica velha pra mim... ❤
I loved how you play your guitar, and make that song totally different with the sara's version. Love it❤ keep it up!
something always brings me back to this cover...
:) thank you so much for the nice comment.
I had the privilege of watching you perform at usc two nights ago and I'm so glad I did.
You're a great performer and you have a wonderful voice. Keep singing! :D
seriously this is the best cover of this song i've ever heard. good job derik thank you
my heart melted when i saw this cover
Often come back to this cover, over all these years. Well done sir !
man you're way too awesome and all that deserves nothing more than an applause. *melts* you somehow sounded like the lead vocalist of Lifehouse! Keep on doin' covers my friend! 'cause the price WILL COME BACK TO YOU. ;)
Okay. So I couldn't get the original out of my head for several days now and thought it'll be a good idea to just binge on covers of this beautiful piece of music. I clicked on the very first suggestion. Aaaaaaaaaand now I not only sitting here in the silence and absolute awe ( a good thing) of what I just heard but I'm also like seriously choked up with tears pooling in my eyes because that was the most beautiful cover of "Gravity" that I've ever heard. Period. Hands down. Thank you so much for sharing. I might actually check out the rest of your covers because I genuinely enjoyed the quality of your voice too. Never heard of you before today however I'm excited with anticipation of hearing more of your music. Just fantastic!
Perfect anying👍👍
Oh, don't mind me. Just coming back to watch again.
But seriously. I hope you know what a gift you have, Derik. This is truly my favorite video on TH-cam. I watch it all the time, & show it to friends & family so they can see. I pray someone discovers you soon, & allows you to share your gift with the world. I can relate firsthand to that dream, because it's mine as well. (: I found this cover after posting my own (I love this song), but yours is amazing. Thank you for sharing.
Well, I looked for a cover of this hoping I could find a guy who did a good cover of it, though I wasn't expecting much. I kept thinking that if I COULD find a good one, it would be awesome.
I was wrong. It was BEYOND awesome! Blew me away! You are amazing. Keep making music, and I will definitely keep listening! =D
I haven't heard this song sang by a guy before....and I must say...I'm in love with it!
2021 💕
Saw this several years ago and just found it again. Such a great cover, not going to lose it again. ❤
i saw u in person last summer but i wasn't sure it was you so i didn't say anything hahaha
ur way talented :)
Literally first two seconds of listening- you gave me chills. your voice is so soothing and you did a great job on this cover. Being a singer myself and having videos on TH-cam, you're such an inspiration. Thank you for putting your voice out there, you've got one of the best voices I've heard. Speechless. xo
You have no idea how much I love this song, you made me love it even more.
Wow. Your voice is incredible. Spot on with your tone and pitch and wow. Haha. You're so good. That high note made me swoon, and I wasn't even watching you sing...just listening. It's sad that guys like you aren't recognized when others with none of your talent are famous. I hope you make it one day, so that your voice can be heard. I'll definitely subscribe and support you as best I can. :)
Ahhh, nothing like watching raw talent... simple, beautiful, no hype. Stunning cover, thank you Derik.
Thank YOU so much for taking the time to watch and share your thoughts, Julie. Means a lot! I hope I can keep making beautiful work. :)
I totally agree with you, @katieismyname. Also the sound of his voice, the guitar cords, and the scenery just tie so beautifully together!!
I come back to you all of the time. I love your music.
I love how all of the sudden the chords felt like they were derived from Christian contemporary music. I like your voice. Beautiful.
im listen this song and sing it over and over again with you...soundlessly. Its just taking my breath away. Beautiful:)
Your guitar playing, I'm melting. Come visit Georgia & play a show!
LOVE LOVE LOVE.
not only do you have an insanne amount of talent and a B-E-A-UTIFUL voice,
but this song. is just amazing.
and so are youu.
dont evver stop at what youu do
Dude... You're just perfect. Nothing else.
Your voice gives me the chills. You're really, really incredible.
Desde Perú, 2023 y sigue siendo de mis canciones favoritas, mejor aun que la canción original, Me encanta
OMG I LOVE YOU :)
i swear, i always LOVE THE PART where singers sing..
"one thing that I still know is that you're keeping me DOWN"
omg. orgasmic! I Love How You Did It!
❤️. This is so beautiful.. Everything. That setting of the open pacific north west.. Beauty!
The way you sing it... just brings me back to New Zealand walking home from school...
you know what,im just keep smiling while im listening to your cover,
today is such a special day to me,nothing i hope but some greeting from somebody i hope,
no matter what we've been throught i always look back n wishing everything will be the same like the old days but infact we're not together anymore,
i feel like im the worst man ever, hoping for something that doesnt even exist anymore,
i really dont wanna fall into the same gravity but it always goes back to "something always brings me back to you",
ty dude, u did a great job :)
Thank you so much Reza :)
Absolutely beautiful ❤
i'm from indonesia and i love that cover so muuch brother..keep cover!
This is sung so effortlessly , it gave me goosebumps❤
@drocknelly i love when male singer cover songs that was sung by woman singer..it gives the song different perspective..and i wanna say that you nailed it so well..pls keep doing this ur amazing....
love your version it's like more a country version and i think its pretty cool
Wow. This is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Such a beautiful cover.
clearest most beautiful vibrato i've heard in a long time. you're voice is stunning.
he did like sara touch my heart and made me goosebumps!
i never get bored with this one.i only listen the original and this cover only.the best!
@singingforsunshine Western Washington actually... but it looks pretty much the same in Washington as it does in Oregon! :)
Nice one boy!!! the backdrop almost look surreal!
This is a really hard song. You nailed it. 😍
thank you so much. That means a lot. :) I know I'm WAY late to the party on your comment, but wanted to thank you and let you know that I really take this to heart. -Derik
Dude. That´s a great cover. I was thinking about doing a cover of gravity. Now I got second thoughts. I don´t wanna compete with u at all man. Great job. Wish u well. Love.