Hiya thank you all for being so kind! I honestly had no idea that anyone would even see my video except my family and friends. I'm so incredibly thankful for you all being here ❤❤
It’s my “go to” song, no matter what mood I m in or what kind of day I have had. I have seen so many people try to play this but yours has been the best. Hats off to Dire Straits for this composition. Keep Rockin !!!
I initially thought "oh wow, another acoustic capo cover on TH-cam" and was immediately so happy to be put in my place when this was one of the best covers I've heard.
Some songs you just know. i've had some real winners come thru my studio over the years. i would say you develop an ear for what will hit & what wont after recording and listening to lots of music. For you, it could be that you have a very good ear for pitch, tone and timbre. That, and i'm guessing you listen to lots of music, which, if done with intent, you learn to break-down the entire arrangement and all its parts...IF recorded well, and if the mix isn't over-dense. i don't know if you are a Musician, so i don't want to make assumptions. In any event, you are on point. There was a band i recorded demos and an EP for, then they broke up, chiefly over a couple of members that often could be unpredictable no-shows. Kinda bad, especially when it's a showcase gig, with industry people there, thinking which label would make the move. Then came a fistfight in the green room afterwards about the lead guitarist sabotaging songs (he did...i know his ability)...and that was their end. They had probably 4-5 early songs that stayed stuck in my head for years...i should look up the multitracks. Those songs were 4-5 of the ones you "just know". Sad, that much talent, with a huge catalog of songs, of which i heard bits and pieces of about a 1/3rd of what they had written. They could have had something special, and this was still before record deals were dead and buried. We will never know, though i am still in touch with the Lead Singer/Writer/Rhythm Guitarist. After both of us getting Covid testing done, i think i am gonna get him down for a day...or week, hearing what is now in the catalog. i would like to get LP quality masters made of many of his tunes. They deserve completion, and to be heard...by those who find them, and by their followers. Please forgive my overload of digression, but the TL; DR would be; Some people are in tune with what will hit the top 10, and rarely miss. Some from formal training, others are born with perfect pitch, but lose if not used, and others just have a real knack for hearing what will bring in dollars before others. Everyone, Stay Healthy, -trout
Mmmm...this song was released 41 years ago (and a half), so either you saw a beta version in Newington at a tiny club without the full band, or your timeline is crossed up friend
@@crashraynor i think Knopfler and band played this early in club days, kinda built on observations in those environments. if op had been there, it wouldn't be impossible, but sure wasn't on the radio before then.
Absolutely brilliant. The jazzy vocals against the smooth tempo of the acoustic rhythm cover blends like black tea and condensed milk on a rainy afternoon. Brilliant...
@@stephaneenglish4661 Haha! To each their own, no judgment! I grew up on the velvety comfort of sweet, strong subcontinent-style tea. It isn't quite like adding milk to a nice, herbal cup of tea. Think of it more like a sweet, chai latte.
I am now starting to teach my first ever guitar student again. She was in 6th grade when she started. She is now a college graduate looking for work in the corporate world. I know that she will benefit from watching your videos. I appreciate the contribution you are making. And Sultans of Swing is one of my favorite songs.
I've been a die-hard straits fan since they burst onto the scene many moons ago. Heard many different variations of this classic song but I must say your version rocks.
I just had to watch this a second time, plus I saved it to my favorites and downloaded it! Her voice reminds me of Linda Ronstadt and her beauty also. There just may be another Linda Ronstadt in the making here! I wish her great success. Hope she continues to make more videos of herself sharing that talent. It comes around every so often that the Greats like Linda Ronstadt and a plethora of others that the world loses talent like this because of various reasons and no one lives forever! The music industry and world need young people like her to be successful or at the very least share their awesomeness with the world, especially in these harsh and unbelievable times we live in these days! I'm about to be 64 in November and my health is not the greatest. I don't have but just a handful of family and friends left on this earth, so I urge to those that have viewed this young lady in this video on TH-cam to "Share" this video with friends and family! Let's help this young lady on her way to great success and be apart of her being successful. If you read my entire comment, I want to say thank you! 👍👍😎
I first heard this song 40 years or so ago in my car while driving down I- 95, and it brought me to tears. Today Jan 2 2022, those tears came a second time! Very nice job, Ms. Hooper.
I just can’t get over how good this is. Perfect song choice and such a great and unique voice! I have to listen to it at least once a week. Awesome job!!
There is so much positive energy in your voice and guitar playing. Great job. I've watched this several times. I want to learn so I'm watching your right hand carefully.
Courteney, lass. This has absolutely made me day. I've played it a million times in various venues over the past 45 years. But you made it new for me today. Merry Christmas to both of us ! You made Glasgow brighter for me today. I'm a new subscriber. 🍀🌹🍀
Love the singing style, almost a Spanish feel to it. I like the modified melody to suit the voice, really clever; kind of a jazz vocal. Great guitar too, got that rhythm nailed. Superb.
Most of my internet comments are hateful and ignorant. You actually took one of my favourite songs and played, sung, this in an original and beautiful way. I think this may be the 3rd nice thing ive ever said on the internet. Thanks for the music., really appreciate it.
I wish this was recorded in a studio. Has a great indy, almost jazz-like, quality-mostly because of the voice. Would love to listen to this while walking around downtown.
This is fantastic. Such a breath of fresh air to hear someone play a great tune, simply, and with grace and respect for the original. It takes great skill and you're a very talented young woman.
I love everything. - She's a lefty, me too. - She plays Dire Straits and this song is probably one of the best. - She has a great voice. - She looks like Linda Rondstadt. Thank you for sharing.
Actually she is probably right handed and the video is a mirror image but maybe not. A small percentage of the public is left handed. 10%? I'll have to look it up. Not me. The guy who taught me how to play guitar was left handed but played right handed, otherwise I would probably have never figured anything out. LOL
Hello you, person with dreams of improving factories four years ago. This guitarist is, in fact, not left handed, but don't let that get you down. Keep on improving!
I’ve listend to this version driving to and from work for the past two or three days. It is so good! It keeps me calm as I drive. Then I go home and try to play my guitar like you. I have not succeeded yet
This is a wonderful,beautiful, inspiring version of this song. I'm a guitar teacher myself, so I can't believe there are so many thumbs down for this. Please keep going, this is wonderful playing and singing, wonderful and just made my day :)
This is a song, when covered , I like to here how well a person can duplicate it exactly due to my appreciation for the skill and uniqueness of Mark Knophler. But this version is kick ass. Love the key change and singing style. Bravo.
Absolutely gorgeous. The playing, the voice and you sweet girl. I can't believe anyone would hit the dislike button. like seriously?? what is wrong with some people. Let it run like water off a ducks back. you're a treat to watch and listen to.
Heard this, seen you, my heart moved and you triggered a memory id long forgotten, thank you, lovely playing its one of my favourite songs and you sing it well x
Hi Courtney. I have watched a number of different covers of this song and I really like some of them. I keep looking for new performances of it, till, yours popped on my screen and I must honestly, say, at first I didn't think I let it go to the end. But, in my humble opinion, you have a voice that keeps your audience coming along to the end as if they are on a journey, and then make them feel that it should have gone longer. Very well done, young lady. Well done.
why would you see a thumbnail of a girl playing a guitar, the title literally says "Sultans of Swing // DIRE STRAITS Acoustic Cover," and the video is literally this girl playing Sultans of Swing, and you still click unlike? she even looks like a Courteney. anyway this is really good ma'am.
I watch this at least once per month, improves my mood :) Great cover, beautiful voice, super cute and cool singer with guitar playing skills I can only envy.
Your rhythm is so tight, really on point. You get great tone out of that guitar, and your singing is really nice and interesting. I wouldn't have tried this for fear of the missing guitar fills and solo which are such an integral part of the song, but you show that it can be done and is still good. Great work, thanks for posting!
Growing up with Dire Straits music it was difficult for me to really appreciate the song but I must say OMG, what an amazing voice. So smooth, love it and now a subscriber. Thank you for the upload and I will be loyally following you from New Zealand 👍
Just love this, utterly charming and beguiling performance. You've got a beautiful voice and effortless playing style, and timing, great skill thank you for posting.
This is one of my all time favorite songs. You know, the ones that rarely I enjoy a cover of it, simply because I feel that Mark Knopfler’s voice and playing style were both made in heaven *specifically* for this song. I can still remember the day I first heard Sultans of Swing and the feeling of discovering it. That being said, your fresh take, emotion and amazing voice just gave me the chills, as if it was the first time I heard the song. Thank you very much!
I clicked for the guitar work, wasnt expecting vocals. Really solid playing, charming/ unique voice, and ibthought those little vocals runs were very tasteful. Thanks for the upload
Not sure what’s blindsided me here - vocals or guitar technique - either way I need picking up off the floor. What an absolute talent. Thank you so much for sharing. Subscribed.
@@SiameseDream97 Please take a deep breath and realise that this was funny about 6 months ago so you should stop beating a dead horse because it isnt funny anymore
@@SiameseDream97 I really didn't say that though did I? Honestly make a joke thats actually funny and not just rude and maybe people may actually care.
This is so good. Many damn covers have been made of this song and all of them revolve around the solo. But for once I didn't miss the solo at all lol. Massive talent 🙌🏻
Just like everyone else, this video was recommended to me and I figured "hey, this could be good", so I clicked. I was wrong. Very wrong. This is great! The guitar was awesome, the voice was beautiful and unique, all around great job!
You're a super underrated artist, it's one of the best covers I've ever heard. It feels so peaceful and so calm, you became a classic on my playlist. Please keep creating!!!.
For ye of little faith: The capo is angled that way intentionally. The bottom (higher pitched) strings on a guitar are much thinner than the top (lower pitched) strings. When a capo is placed at right angles behind the fret the bottom strings may buzz - because the capo puts less pressure on the thinner bottom strings than on the thicker top strings. Angling the capo to place it directly against the bottom side of the fret puts more pressure on the bottom strings to keep them from buzzing.
I'm not saying I've tried every single capo in the world, so I might be wrong about this one... but in my experience, that's a common problem with spring loaded capos like this one. If you have a quality capo with adjustable tension like a shubb, you don't have to stress about this. But it won't sit nicely on your peg head when you're not using it. I love a shubb me.
It's wonderful to see and hear another left-handed guitar player... The fact that you are a very good singer and player is even better... Your personal style reminded me of the 40's and early 50's... I am certain that you could give the Andrew sisters a run for the money, singing, playing, and definitely looks. What I am saying is that you are very easy on the eyes... Beautiful... Thank you for sharing your talent with everyone here. God bless you 🙏 and don't change anything.
Me: Why is she playing with a capo. Courteney starts singing. Me: Ooooh! (For some reason I was expecting an instrumental cover) Btw I love your cover. It adds some soul a d at the same time some airiness to the song.
Could anyone look more innocent? Your way to sing is unique. You are so talented and sweeeeeet!!!!!!!! I immediately fell in love with you. Many hugs and kisses!
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Hiya thank you all for being so kind! I honestly had no idea that anyone would even see my video except my family and friends. I'm so incredibly thankful for you all being here ❤❤
I would follow you like a pied piper!!!Accent is amazing.Just the best.
One of the best cover I'd seen! Beautiful!
Love the song. Hi, from Thailand
It’s my “go to” song, no matter what mood I m in or what kind of day I have had. I have seen so many people try to play this but yours has been the best. Hats off to Dire Straits for this composition. Keep Rockin !!!
Wow, i'm just watching your video for the first time, you are amazing! Its one of the best covers i have seen of this song! I love the way you sing 🙌👏
That capo placement is giving me anxiety lol but it's so beautifully played and sung
Lol it absolutely is anxiety inducing. Thankyou!
Should be buzzing and out of tune. Must be very tight. (The capo)
Is the capo on the third or fourth fret?
Gracias.
@@juancarlossanchezvillar7275 yes
Juan Carlos Sanchez Villar yes
It’s 2020 and Harry still doesn’t mind
Why did I read this just as she sang it
@@k0nstntcs798 same here 😯😆
Harry was my friends Dad apparently, Vince Harrison
Totally. What a simp this Harry.
He's doing alright
Clicked out of curiosity, stayed for the talent. BRAVO
Ditto, Dean Vassos - ditto.
Dean Vassos same here
I was like 100 😊
here here
properly summed up my feeling
I initially thought "oh wow, another acoustic capo cover on TH-cam" and was immediately so happy to be put in my place when this was one of the best covers I've heard.
The Cadence of her vocals and uniqueness of her voice make this...
Extraordinary...
Es. Una. Fa no
Its an old jazz type thing... sounds so good. Very minimalistic yet just the right amount of flare in the right places
It’s Andalusian.
I first saw this performed 43 years ago and knew instinctively it was a timeless classic. This young lady has just proved me right. Awesome cover.
Some songs you just know. i've had some real winners come thru my studio over the years. i would say you develop an ear for what will hit & what wont after recording and listening to lots of music. For you, it could be that you have a very good ear for pitch, tone and timbre. That, and i'm guessing you listen to lots of music, which, if done with intent, you learn to break-down the entire arrangement and all its parts...IF recorded well, and if the mix isn't over-dense. i don't know if you are a Musician, so i don't want to make assumptions. In any event, you are on point.
There was a band i recorded demos and an EP for, then they broke up, chiefly over a couple of members that often could be unpredictable no-shows. Kinda bad, especially when it's a showcase gig, with industry people there, thinking which label would make the move. Then came a fistfight in the green room afterwards about the lead guitarist sabotaging songs (he did...i know his ability)...and that was their end. They had probably 4-5 early songs that stayed stuck in my head for years...i should look up the multitracks. Those songs were 4-5 of the ones you "just know". Sad, that much talent, with a huge catalog of songs, of which i heard bits and pieces of about a 1/3rd of what they had written.
They could have had something special, and this was still before record deals were dead and buried. We will never know, though i am still in touch with the Lead Singer/Writer/Rhythm Guitarist. After both of us getting Covid testing done, i think i am gonna get him down for a day...or week, hearing what is now in the catalog. i would like to get LP quality masters made of many of his tunes. They deserve completion, and to be heard...by those who find them, and by their followers.
Please forgive my overload of digression, but the TL; DR would be; Some people are in tune with what will hit the top 10, and rarely miss. Some from formal training, others are born with perfect pitch, but lose if not used, and others just have a real knack for hearing what will bring in dollars before others.
Everyone, Stay Healthy,
-trout
Mmmm...this song was released 41 years ago (and a half), so either you saw a beta version in Newington at a tiny club without the full band, or your timeline is crossed up friend
@@crashraynor i think Knopfler and band played this early in club days, kinda built on observations in those environments. if op had been there, it wouldn't be impossible, but sure wasn't on the radio before then.
Great job Courteney! I really enjoy how you made it 'yours', Mark would be proud!
I can’t stop coming back to this , hands down the best cover I’ve ever heard , something about her voice is just so..... amazing !!!!
For real! I’ve listened probably 20 times lol
Check out Yoni Schlesinger now
your an idiot!
@@musicschool4593 what lol?
@@vanshrughvani1060 someone doesn’t like josh turner I guess
Sweet voice, nicely sung and she knows all the chords too.
Slomofogo hahahaha
But it ain't what they call rock and rollllll
@MusicManMaurice Sure makes me sing!
Guitar George knows too many things though
@Slomofogo Its not "meme of the month", mate
What a sweet rendition. It has a personality of its own, which makes it unique and not just another cover.
Good job, TH-cam algorithm!
i keep coming back because this cover and you make me feel better
Absolutely brilliant. The jazzy vocals against the smooth tempo of the acoustic rhythm cover blends like black tea and condensed milk on a rainy afternoon. Brilliant...
Sooo jazzy vocals
This is the most British comment I’ve ever read have a good day friend
@@booneprock4952 Cheers mate!
What? Black tea and _condensed_ milk!? What a terrible thing to do to a cup of tea.
@@stephaneenglish4661 Haha! To each their own, no judgment! I grew up on the velvety comfort of sweet, strong subcontinent-style tea. It isn't quite like adding milk to a nice, herbal cup of tea. Think of it more like a sweet, chai latte.
I never thought someone would actually SING this song. Such a good cover! No words.
Looks like Rey found a hobby after defeating her grandad
Lol
🤣🤣🤣
You have won the internet today 🤣
I am now starting to teach my first ever guitar student again. She was in 6th grade when she started. She is now a college graduate looking for work in the corporate world. I know that she will benefit from watching your videos. I appreciate the contribution you are making. And Sultans of Swing is one of my favorite songs.
Everyone: Is the capo on the 3rd or 4th fret?
The capo: YES
Capo: I go anywhere
Me: Ok
3rd or 4th Street.
The capo: you’re not the boss of me.
Third
it sounds better in Dm so 5th fret or nothing
You do not just get a shiver in the dark, You get a shiver all the time listening this beautifully played and sung song! Absolutely brilliant!!!!
I’ve listened to this at least once a day for the past few months. I can’t get enough of it
Same here! :)
I come back and listen to this cover every once in a while. Such an awesome cover.
Me too😊, if there's a better cover out there I've not found it.
I've been a die-hard straits fan since they burst onto the scene many moons ago. Heard many different variations of this classic song but I must say your version rocks.
I just had to watch this a second time, plus I saved it to my favorites and downloaded it! Her voice reminds me of Linda Ronstadt and her beauty also. There just may be another Linda Ronstadt in the making here! I wish her great success. Hope she continues to make more videos of herself sharing that talent.
It comes around every so often that the Greats like Linda Ronstadt and a plethora of others that the world loses talent like this because of various reasons and no one lives forever! The music industry and world need young people like her to be successful or at the very least share their awesomeness with the world, especially in these harsh and unbelievable times we live in these days! I'm about to be 64 in November and my health is not the greatest. I don't have but just a handful of family and friends left on this earth, so I urge to those that have viewed this young lady in this video on TH-cam to "Share" this video with friends and family! Let's help this young lady on her way to great success and be apart of her being successful. If you read my entire comment, I want to say thank you! 👍👍😎
One year, one million views.
Honestly, this video deserves it. Well done.
I love how you don´t imitate Knoppfler´s singing and yet you still find some of your own sass in the lyrics and the tempo.
From FRANCE....ABSOLUMENT MAGNIFIQUE..QUELLE JOLIE VOIX ET LE JEU A LA GUITARE EST PARFAIT..!!!!!!!!!....
Chillin' after saving the Galaxy from the First Order.
That's who she looks like!
Finally someone said it
VERY PLEASING WOW.....YOU HAVE AN ANGEL VOICE AND PLENTY OF TALENT
ANYONE WHO GAVE THIS A THUMBS DOWN IS JEALOUS..........YOU ARE GREAT
I first heard this song 40 years or so ago in my car while driving down I- 95, and it brought me to tears. Today Jan 2 2022, those tears came a second time! Very nice job, Ms. Hooper.
I just can’t get over how good this is. Perfect song choice and such a great and unique voice! I have to listen to it at least once a week. Awesome job!!
50% of comments: 0:12
the other half: Harry Potter
Oh wait. Wrong video.
Lmao
Lol Josh turner
Nice
omg can someone explain it to me?! lol
This comment is why TH-cam was invented
I've been watching this on repeat for like and hour now and still trying to get the strumming down. So good. Great voice too. Thank you for this.
There is so much positive energy in your voice and guitar playing. Great job. I've watched this several times. I want to learn so I'm watching your right hand carefully.
She looks like Anya Taylor Joy and Daisy Ridley had a daughter together somehow.
Morgan le Rey
I know right? What a beauty. Great playing too.
Lily James
Id watch that go down.
@ᚱᛰUᛠӖᚱ ᚦᗩӖϻᛰᚤ nooo... Plis noooo...
Courteney, lass. This has absolutely made me day. I've played it a million times in various venues over the past 45 years. But you made it new for me today. Merry Christmas to both of us ! You made Glasgow brighter for me today. I'm a new subscriber. 🍀🌹🍀
Love the singing style, almost a Spanish feel to it. I like the modified melody to suit the voice, really clever; kind of a jazz vocal. Great guitar too, got that rhythm nailed. Superb.
Spot on sir
I didn't know what to expect. That was impeccable playing! Your gentle voice put this classic song into a new dimension
Most of my internet comments are hateful and ignorant. You actually took one of my favourite songs and played, sung, this in an original and beautiful way. I think this may be the 3rd nice thing ive ever said on the internet. Thanks for the music., really appreciate it.
I wish this was recorded in a studio. Has a great indy, almost jazz-like, quality-mostly because of the voice. Would love to listen to this while walking around downtown.
This is fantastic. Such a breath of fresh air to hear someone play a great tune, simply, and with grace and respect for the original. It takes great skill and you're a very talented young woman.
It amazes me that 1.2K people could give a thumbs down on this, shame on you all. Excellent job young lady, love it.
Wooow! I love the sweet touch of the high-pitched tone in the voice. The chords sounded simple and precise, sweet too. Great stuff!
I love everything.
- She's a lefty, me too.
- She plays Dire Straits and this song is probably one of the best.
- She has a great voice.
- She looks like Linda Rondstadt.
Thank you for sharing.
Actually she is probably right handed and the video is a mirror image but maybe not. A small percentage of the public is left handed. 10%? I'll have to look it up. Not me. The guy who taught me how to play guitar was left handed but played right handed, otherwise I would probably have never figured anything out. LOL
Hello you, person with dreams of improving factories four years ago. This guitarist is, in fact, not left handed, but don't let that get you down. Keep on improving!
I’ve listend to this version driving to and from work for the past two or three days. It is so good! It keeps me calm as I drive. Then I go home and try to play my guitar like you. I have not succeeded yet
What a voice! You sort of remind me of 1930's jazz singer crossed with modern pop. Loved it.
This is a wonderful,beautiful, inspiring version of this song. I'm a guitar teacher myself, so I can't believe there are so many thumbs down for this. Please keep going, this is wonderful playing and singing, wonderful and just made my day :)
I love how happy she looks to be playing this song, truly a passionate guitarist :)
This is a song, when covered , I like to here how well a person can duplicate it exactly due to my appreciation for the skill and uniqueness of Mark Knophler. But this version is kick ass. Love the key change and singing style. Bravo.
hey courtney! bet you never thought you would have a million and a half views! well done ! love your voice , beautiful.....
Every time I hear this I am entranced by your voice and your guitar precision.
Thought I was about to hear Daisy Ridley sing, but stuck around after I clicked because your voice is dope. You rock, Courteney!
Absolutely gorgeous. The playing, the voice and you sweet girl. I can't believe anyone would hit the dislike button. like seriously?? what is wrong with some people. Let it run like water off a ducks back. you're a treat to watch and listen to.
Heard this, seen you, my heart moved and you triggered a memory id long forgotten, thank you, lovely playing its one of my favourite songs and you sing it well x
This is catchy, I've been coming back to listen this cover for like the 10th time now :)
Same here! It's so delicate, very addictive.
So I'm cruisin' through Sultans of Swing covers and gotta say: yours is legit.
Hi Courtney. I have watched a number of different covers of this song and I really like some of them. I keep looking for new performances of it, till, yours popped on my screen and I must honestly, say, at first I didn't think I let it go to the end. But, in my humble opinion, you have a voice that keeps your audience coming along to the end as if they are on a journey, and then make them feel that it should have gone longer. Very well done, young lady. Well done.
Yes
one of the best covers i’v ever heard, and this voice my god i could scream
why would you see a thumbnail of a girl playing a guitar, the title literally says "Sultans of Swing // DIRE STRAITS Acoustic Cover," and the video is literally this girl playing Sultans of Swing, and you still click unlike? she even looks like a Courteney.
anyway this is really good ma'am.
I like the cover, but it could be called "Sultans of no Swing". So not like it it's quite reasonable ;)
Really nice!!! Great voice and guitar playing!
What a cool cover! Never heard "Sultans" done in such a chill style, keep up the great work!
I watch this at least once per month, improves my mood :)
Great cover, beautiful voice, super cute and cool singer with guitar playing skills I can only envy.
Your rhythm is so tight, really on point. You get great tone out of that guitar, and your singing is really nice and interesting. I wouldn't have tried this for fear of the missing guitar fills and solo which are such an integral part of the song, but you show that it can be done and is still good. Great work, thanks for posting!
I fell in love with your charisma and his expressions while playing the music... You're a really lovely singer. You won a fan
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Honestly - there are a few covers I come back to listen to. This one is among them.
Me too! I just wish I could like again.
The voice is something like of the old days but the tempo is today’s. And you play and sing this song so effortlessly.
Each time I think I have seen the best and undiscovered, TH-cam throws one more. What a wonderful cover and love your voice!!!
Deserves more views. Thanks TH-cam for bringing into my search. I think you should bump it up more
Thankyou so much!
One of the greatest and very unique covers of this song. Great voice, wish you all success if you decide to pursue professional career.
Growing up with Dire Straits music it was difficult for me to really appreciate the song but I must say OMG, what an amazing voice. So smooth, love it and now a subscriber. Thank you for the upload and I will be loyally following you from New Zealand 👍
Fantastic! A lot of subtle things that are actually complicated that you make look so easy! And your voice is effortless. Great job!
The guitar and the voice complement each other very well, the best cover of this song 🎸
Just love this, utterly charming and beguiling performance. You've got a beautiful voice and effortless playing style, and timing, great skill thank you for posting.
This is one of my all time favorite songs. You know, the ones that rarely I enjoy a cover of it, simply because I feel that Mark Knopfler’s voice and playing style were both made in heaven *specifically* for this song. I can still remember the day I first heard Sultans of Swing and the feeling of discovering it. That being said, your fresh take, emotion and amazing voice just gave me the chills, as if it was the first time I heard the song. Thank you very much!
I clicked for the guitar work, wasnt expecting vocals. Really solid playing, charming/ unique voice, and ibthought those little vocals runs were very tasteful.
Thanks for the upload
Not sure what’s blindsided me here - vocals or guitar technique - either way I need picking up off the floor. What an absolute talent. Thank you so much for sharing. Subscribed.
Thats the cutest version I've ever heard of Saltans of Swing.
Nice try 👍
This has such a chill and comfortable vibe to it, I'm jamming!
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Very sweet, lots of talent.
Enjoyed another wonderful unique take on a great classic.
Always hard to cover a big song but you did it with ease.
Marvelous. Your voice is unique which is rare now a days. Keep killing it.
The Simps
@@SiameseDream97 can someone not compliment another human for their talents? Like the whole simp thing was funny for like a couple weeks move on smh
You mean no trace of autotune ...:)
@@SiameseDream97 Please take a deep breath and realise that this was funny about 6 months ago so you should stop beating a dead horse because it isnt funny anymore
@@SiameseDream97 I really didn't say that though did I? Honestly make a joke thats actually funny and not just rude and maybe people may actually care.
This cover is one of the best ones out there. Kudos, Daisy Ridley!
Hahahaha
hehehe
I feel like this is one of those videos that are going to blow up
@G Galilei it did.
One of the greatest voices i have heard in 15 years of youtube. Greetings from a fellow musician.
There's me thinking I was the bees knees after learning how to strum the chords to this song.....then I found this video.
Well and truly humbled.
I'm glad you used your regular voice and didn't try to sound like Dire Straits
Yeah, it would've been real weird if she'd opened her mouth and sounded like Mark Knopfler...
Dennis Meulensteen and vice versa😝👍🍺
How could she do that, even?
This is so good. Many damn covers have been made of this song and all of them revolve around the solo. But for once I didn't miss the solo at all lol.
Massive talent 🙌🏻
Ay yooo, big up Mr. Dane, didnt expect to find this legend here...
Legend
Legend
do I hear guest Singer?
Yes that's true!
She’s absolutely adorable with an amazing voice. She’s very talented. Great job.
"we're the sultans of simps"
Go watch Josh Turner's version to repent.
Underrated comment. If you see, you see.
Thank you
Damned straight. Okay singer and player but nothing truly noteworthy.
lol
gees the voice really is the cherry on top here.
Just like everyone else, this video was recommended to me and I figured "hey, this could be good", so I clicked. I was wrong. Very wrong. This is great! The guitar was awesome, the voice was beautiful and unique, all around great job!
Courtney, I’m viewing this in 2021 and it’s compulsive viewing. Great work.
Just 1 Million Views? Really thought I've watched it more times!
Your singing voice is comforting and warm.
You're a super underrated artist, it's one of the best covers I've ever heard. It feels so peaceful and so calm, you became a classic on my playlist. Please keep creating!!!.
So beautiful! I took a break from studying and discovered this video.
For ye of little faith: The capo is angled that way intentionally. The bottom (higher pitched) strings on a guitar are much thinner than the top (lower pitched) strings. When a capo is placed at right angles behind the fret the bottom strings may buzz - because the capo puts less pressure on the thinner bottom strings than on the thicker top strings. Angling the capo to place it directly against the bottom side of the fret puts more pressure on the bottom strings to keep them from buzzing.
It could never be at a right angle, surely? Ninety Degrees, hmmm.
@@paulwallace4332 to the direction of the strings it would be a right angle
I'm not saying I've tried every single capo in the world, so I might be wrong about this one... but in my experience, that's a common problem with spring loaded capos like this one. If you have a quality capo with adjustable tension like a shubb, you don't have to stress about this. But it won't sit nicely on your peg head when you're not using it. I love a shubb me.
@@steveaskew2 Seriously though, with your sir name, you should really go with the crooked capo style.
Bzzzzzz
First time I watched this I knew it would pass a million!
no one:
capo: /
It's actually \
From Australia it looks like /
What will it take before people stop the no one: _____ meme?
@@bossfan49 no one:
can stop it.
@JediNxf7 Good try. Gotta get the "Who listening in 2020?" people too.
It's wonderful to see and hear another left-handed guitar player... The fact that you are a very good singer and player is even better... Your personal style reminded me of the 40's and early 50's... I am certain that you could give the Andrew sisters a run for the money, singing, playing, and definitely looks. What I am saying is that you are very easy on the eyes... Beautiful... Thank you for sharing your talent with everyone here. God bless you 🙏 and don't change anything.
Me: Why is she playing with a capo.
Courteney starts singing.
Me: Ooooh! (For some reason I was expecting an instrumental cover)
Btw I love your cover. It adds some soul a d at the same time some airiness to the song.
Could anyone look more innocent? Your way to sing is unique. You are so talented and sweeeeeet!!!!!!!! I immediately fell in love with you. Many hugs and kisses!
What a great cover! And yes, I am talking about that duvet.
boom boom.
For a pretty girl she rolls with a cheapo granny dressing gown.
Wonderfully played! And loving the mystery of the capo in this one. Nice work! :D x x