Not since Johnny Cash reimagined Trent Reznor’s Hurt have I seen such a dramatic rebirth of a timeless powerful classic into a completely fresh masterpiece. Haunting, driven, deep. This is spellbinding
I've found so many great musicians this way, Tyler Childers, Benjamin Tod, Zach Bryan, mandolin orange. For some reason, once they start recording in studios, they're still great but it just never hits the same as sessions like this
Today is my moms birthday, we lost her to cancer. She never complained....ever. She knew she was dying. She told me She Was not Afraid. I love you forever and I miss you more than words and tears can say.
Sorry to hear. Sounds like we had similar moms'. My mom's birthday was Nov 22, we lost her 3 years ago unexpectedly. I never heard her complain. She was an angel. Our world will never be the same. God bless.
I hope you can feel her presence!! My father was the same way-i remember a nurse attempting to start an IV on him & missing like 3 or 4 times and him apologizing to her! I pray we can pull from their bravery, truly...❤❤❤
He has the ability to cover alot of the greats . His original songs are fantastic and most definitely worthy of a listen. Personally I would love a Tom Waits cover possibly "downtown train "
I’m a full time musician - sitting in my car here in Austin Texas. I am crying so hard, something about this touched my past, it went back and brought back memories of my childhood… I can’t stop crying and has inspired me to cover this again, it’s been years..thank you ❤️
I will also look out for your cover, but I will say that I don't expect anyone to ever do it this well ever again. I had never heard of Stephen Wilson Jr. before this morning. I saw a Facebook Reel of snippets of this video, and I rushed here to get the whole thing. I have been lying in bed for the last 40 minutes listening to it on repeat, crying harder than I ever have in my entire life. I lost that person that used to stand by me this year and it has been the most painful thing I've experienced in a long time. This song shook that awake in me...
@@gabeholder7423I heard the reel too and did exactly what you did. There’s times in our life when we hear songs that literally change us, this is one of them.
It’s rare these days to come across an artist that reaches deep in one’s soul and sings 100% with their heart, my man just displayed that. Thankful I randomly stumbled on this video.
To Stephen, I was a walking dead man until I heard this cover. Your voice and the sound of your guitar cut me open like a knife. Allowing me see the parts of me that has rotten/died when I lost my father and my best friend. The magic in your song freed me from the grief and loneliness that wouldn’t leave me alone. Thank you for making me feel alive again. Thank you for being who you are and thank you for singing with your heart. I hope one day I can give back to the world the same way you did. God bless you. Justin
That's some of the best poetic expression of a man's true feelings I've ever read in my life , I'm so sorry for your loss , but damn you should be a author . Thank you for sharing your feelings right here
This man and his guitar abilities are unreal. His voice is so refreshing. It's such an amazing song, and he absolutely killed it. I can't stop watching this.
Did you see where the guy beside him gifted him a 1959 fender tweed amp? He was so moved by the performance…he matched a timeless priceless experience with a timeless priceless amp.
It's because of open tuning. You essentially end up playing some of the notes twice since pairs of strings are runed the same. That makes it sound like 2 guitars worth of volume are present
@@mukluk45100%!! I don’t know what the hell has happened here but my heart, my soul, my very being are totally bewitched and enchanted and obsessed with this gentleman’s voice!!!
Everyone has that person from their past (partner/spouse) that didn’t stick around during the tough times. The years go by as things just get worse, only to one day wake up and tell yourself “things are pretty damn good” only to look back at the road that got you there and think “man those people who abandoned me when times were rough are really missing out!”! Finding unconditional love is everything!
I dear to say it’s the best cover I ever heard of any song, it’s perfection on all levels to me, absolutely amazingly well done as a cover of a great song.
This one hit hard... my Father used to sing and play this song on guitar. He passed away almost 2 years now. Listening to this great version really really hit me... Thank you for that!
Couldn't agree more to everyone in the comment. This is heart felt ecstasy. The performance is outstanding and probably the best piece of music/cover I've heard in 2024. What makes it even better is I've never heard of this guy and it was the algorithm gods that bless me with it 😅 an absolute masterpiece.
I started watching this video randomly and by the time he got to the chorus i was sobbing. An entirely emotional wave swept over me. This is someone that can move mountains with his music. Thank you to you sir.
I haven't had the urge to pick up a guitar since my brother died in 2018. This changed that for me. Absolutely haunting and brilliant. This is on another level. 😢
This cover of this song touch me so much , Wilson Jr voice is incredible, and hi does this with a classical guitar, and remember he is playing hard here , but everything comes in harmony. Wow this just blow me away , this is the best stand by me I have ever heard. You can hear he puts his soul's into this song , thank you so much 🙂
Absolutely rocked me to my core... I've listened to this song way too many times... And yet, I still get goosebumps and tears every time I hear this version. 😭❤️
That guitar deserves a thumbs up just for clearly communicating this man’s heart…That beautiful lady has seen some stuff and has been put to work…Lots of character
Not only did I play the air drums but I played the air bass as well. Yes. I am that stoner in a mushroom poncho sipping my 4x espresso with a pinch of cinnamon. Making that soul face. Brother. You sing as though the gods themselves are your audience. Music is art and this is a masterpiece for the ears and soul. Just happy there's not too many people in here rn. 🤣🤘
Great cover. From the start i new it was going to be epic. I bet he has spent hours playing. People don't realise that some guitar player's play for days sometimes. I used to play for 20 hours, have a few hours sleep and then go back to playing. This a privilege to watch. It coming from his soul.
Agree 100% , I’m so happy to have discovered @stephenwilsonjr. I know this is a cover , but it’s really an original , song took on a whole different meaning
A mere thousand words cannot fully capture the depth of emotion evoked by this song/cover. In an instant, my body connected with my soul, causing time to momentarily stand still as I felt the gentle breeze on my face and heard the soft rustle of leaves falling to the ground. The musical notes and vocals in this piece are truly exceptional and represent the finest quality I have encountered in quite some time.
Today is one of the most life changing important and CHALLENGING AF days of my life and I think 😢 I’ll just play this on repeat all day. Thankyou sir in red cardigan … 🥹🖤
When I kill it at a show or when I find myself quite pleased with my sound and how far I've come in my craft and career, I put on songs like this one to remind myself just how AMAZINGLY DEEP the rabbit hole goes down. This cover is on another level completely. Stephen owns this song. Look at the guy watching the song unfold lol. You can see that he is absolutely flabbergasted. Its literally hard to articulate how AMAZING THIS COVER IS!!
I can't stop listening to this version of this song absolutely amazing. i can't get enough of it ❤ you just took that song to a level no one else could even touch wow
Unreal. Worth noting that the vocal chain on his mic is impeccable and whatever fx chain he’s running his guitar through is equally amazing. What a cover. Full on experience.
The full package; vocals, lyrics, and golden fingers! The opening lyric sounds like Willie Nelson. Amazing artist with incredible talent and skill. Your going places Mr. Wilson!
👏👏👏👏 pure magic. This is the type of song that is the final scene after a huge build up, continues to play as the credits roll, and you simply sit in your seat and enjoy every second. Bravo!
This is a masterpiece and I haven't been able to stop listening to it for last two weeks. Every time I listen to it, I find something new. It's truly a special reimagining. From one Hoosier to another, thank you for such an amazing performance.
Jesus that was good on the ole ears.. UA-cam algorithm did well guiding me to Stephen. Absolutely melting in my sofa with a whiskey eyes closed wishing I could play guitar this good nether mind the vocals. Blimey
Legit goosebumps when I listen to every single time
I’ve watched/listened to this cover 50 times easily this week. It’s mind blowing. Even calling it a “cover” is an insult to what this is.
No doubt, he owns it now. Powerful
Haha relate much here 🙋🏻♀️😁
This song feels like the first drink of water after walking the desert for 30 days
You've clearly never walked in the desert without water for 30 days
@@MarkIRE1 you take everything at face value don't you mark?
Spot on❤
This proves that music is food for the soul, I didn't hear that song..I felt it.
Exactly …felt that with all my heart
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I think most of his music touches the soul. His voice is a gift
Exactly, this has brought tears to my eyes
“I didn’t hear that song, i felt it” that’s a great way of putting it. Sums it up so perfectly
Not since Johnny Cash reimagined Trent Reznor’s Hurt have I seen such a dramatic rebirth of a timeless powerful classic into a completely fresh masterpiece. Haunting, driven, deep. This is spellbinding
This guy carries the pain of us all.
This specific recording needs to be put on all streaming services. Holy sh!t this is gold!
Couldn't agree more. This is amazing
That guy sitting in the other chair just witnessing a musical masterpiece for all time.
Id buy it right now if it was available
I've found so many great musicians this way, Tyler Childers, Benjamin Tod, Zach Bryan, mandolin orange. For some reason, once they start recording in studios, they're still great but it just never hits the same as sessions like this
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Today is my moms birthday, we lost her to cancer. She never complained....ever. She knew she was dying. She told me She Was not Afraid. I love you forever and I miss you more than words and tears can say.
Sorry to hear. Sounds like we had similar moms'. My mom's birthday was Nov 22, we lost her 3 years ago unexpectedly. I never heard her complain. She was an angel. Our world will never be the same.
God bless.
My condolences to you and your family.
I hope you can feel her presence!! My father was the same way-i remember a nurse attempting to start an IV on him & missing like 3 or 4 times and him apologizing to her! I pray we can pull from their bravery, truly...❤❤❤
I feel your pain I lost my mom about 6 and a half years ago to rectal cancer ! Beautiful song !!!
May the gods bless you !!
Just a guy rocking a red cardigan and cowboy boots playing probably the best cover of stand by me i've ever heard
By far the best cover of stand by me I’ve ever heard
I agree. Check out Florence and the Machines version too. That has always been the best version iv heard so far. But this one may beat it out.
That guitar has a soul. Agreed
Undoubtedly the best. Bet Ben smiled from above.
Red neck Mr.Rogers❤
shout out to those of us who keep watching this video multiple times a day.
legitimately compelled to
I agree!
WHY ISN’T THIS MASTERPIECE ON SPOTIFY?!
If you haven't... watch the entire interview. You'll never be the same. Promise.
@@susankrolow5139 can you please send me the link, or just post it here? I need it...
@@susankrolow5139 which interview?
UA-cam premium man. Gets you that music without commercials.
Use UA-cam music. It’s 100000% better than Spotify and you can save UA-cam videos on there. Plus, no UA-cam ads!
Really really want to hear him cover Hallelujah, i think he would make that song absolutely unreal
He has the ability to cover alot of the greats .
His original songs are fantastic and most definitely worthy of a listen.
Personally I would love a Tom Waits cover possibly "downtown train "
I’m a full time musician - sitting in my car here in Austin Texas. I am crying so hard, something about this touched my past, it went back and brought back memories of my childhood… I can’t stop crying and has inspired me to cover this again, it’s been years..thank you ❤️
I’ll look for your cover.
No doubts It's a song that hits ....Solid
I'm in Austin too, and the weather outside today is on point for this mood. Would love to hear your cover whenever it's ready :)
I will also look out for your cover, but I will say that I don't expect anyone to ever do it this well ever again.
I had never heard of Stephen Wilson Jr. before this morning. I saw a Facebook Reel of snippets of this video, and I rushed here to get the whole thing. I have been lying in bed for the last 40 minutes listening to it on repeat, crying harder than I ever have in my entire life.
I lost that person that used to stand by me this year and it has been the most painful thing I've experienced in a long time. This song shook that awake in me...
@@gabeholder7423I heard the reel too and did exactly what you did. There’s times in our life when we hear songs that literally change us, this is one of them.
I’m going on 6 times in a row now. Anyone else?
This is been on repeat...I feel you.
Lost counting 😂
Been on repete for hours
Try and keep up.
I haven’t been able to stop listening to this and sharing it , I listen to it 6 times just on the way home in the car , probably over 30 times now
Tears.... absolute perfection. Everything a song should be.
To play the guitar like that and sing at the same time is absolutely phenomenal. Great work my friend
I just witnessed an actual masterpiece.
It’s rare these days to come across an artist that reaches deep in one’s soul and sings 100% with their heart, my man just displayed that. Thankful I randomly stumbled on this video.
To Stephen,
I was a walking dead man until I heard this cover. Your voice and the sound of your guitar cut me open like a knife. Allowing me see the parts of me that has rotten/died when I lost my father and my best friend. The magic in your song freed me from the grief and loneliness that wouldn’t leave me alone. Thank you for making me feel alive again. Thank you for being who you are and thank you for singing with your heart. I hope one day I can give back to the world the same way you did. God bless you.
Justin
Beautiful. Have you listened to the song Son of Dad? It’s really special
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That's some of the best poetic expression of a man's true feelings I've ever read in my life , I'm so sorry for your loss , but damn you should be a author . Thank you for sharing your feelings right here
Hugs I lost mine in 2021. It nearly killed me.
Your comment brought me to tears instantly. I’ve felt this feeling. Sending love brother.
This man and his guitar abilities are unreal. His voice is so refreshing. It's such an amazing song, and he absolutely killed it. I can't stop watching this.
This song has never felt more personal that now.. what an amazing composition of this classic.
Holy mother of god. Stop making me cry
Might just be the best cover of any song ever.
100%
100% Fisch! You are the man!
It’s good, but sound of silence by Disturbed on the Conan show is still tops all time for me.
There is something about this rendition that is so powerful. . .it hits me on an almost worshipful level. Hard to describe. But wow it's beautiful!
The best part is the guy sitting beside him just like “hell ya, this is awesome, are yall hearing this?”
Did you see where the guy beside him gifted him a 1959 fender tweed amp? He was so moved by the performance…he matched a timeless priceless experience with a timeless priceless amp.
One of those songs you didn’t know you needed until you heard it. Absolutely brilliant - can’t stop listening.
This guy brings the sound of like 3 guitars out of one. What a tear jerking masterpiece
Masterpiece x10
I was looking for the backups at first. For reals.
nah man. he just brings the sound of one well loved guitar.
It's because of open tuning. You essentially end up playing some of the notes twice since pairs of strings are runed the same. That makes it sound like 2 guitars worth of volume are present
@@frontporchpickin289how to tune bro
Jesus christ😢😢😢 no words for the beauty❤ all i can say is. holy shit
I don’t even know why tears started flowing out of me while blasting this in my truck……amazing voice and cover
I'm a retired professional of 31 years in the system, this is first time I've been impressed since Elvis
This is as close to a spiritual experience as music can take you. If this doesn't light your world on fire. We are cut from two different molds.
No, man. This is a full on spiritual experience made possible through the soul of another. My lord, this is unreal.
Insane good!! Can’t stop watching all of his music! I don’t even know what happened, I’m tranced!! 🤯🤯😃😃
@@mukluk45100%!! I don’t know what the hell has happened here but my heart, my soul, my very being are totally bewitched and enchanted and obsessed with this gentleman’s voice!!!
You are spot-on brother spot on this is the best s*** in the world
Seriously have been entranced with this dudes music for the last three days.
Everyone has that person from their past (partner/spouse) that didn’t stick around during the tough times. The years go by as things just get worse, only to one day wake up and tell yourself “things are pretty damn good” only to look back at the road that got you there and think “man those people who abandoned me when times were rough are really missing out!”! Finding unconditional love is everything!
This isn't just a cover, this a complete reimagining of this song
Yes he made this his own ,it took on another meaning , took it to another level , absolutely moving , heartfelt, and beautiful
@angelovalenti7764 and it's painful ASF, damn
I dear to say it’s the best cover I ever heard of any song, it’s perfection on all levels to me, absolutely amazingly well done as a cover of a great song.
The whole planet stands with Stephen
Peace
This is the best cover ever, absolutely phenomenal in every way 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This one hit hard... my Father used to sing and play this song on guitar.
He passed away almost 2 years now.
Listening to this great version really really hit me...
Thank you for that!
My lord I can’t comprehend what my ears just heard. This is unbelievable
It’s amazing, God bless your talent ❤
Couldn't agree more to everyone in the comment. This is heart felt ecstasy. The performance is outstanding and probably the best piece of music/cover I've heard in 2024. What makes it even better is I've never heard of this guy and it was the algorithm gods that bless me with it 😅 an absolute masterpiece.
It’s crazy how a cover of a song can bring a whole different meaning to the same song
I started watching this video randomly and by the time he got to the chorus i was sobbing. An entirely emotional wave swept over me. This is someone that can move mountains with his music. Thank you to you sir.
I haven't had the urge to pick up a guitar since my brother died in 2018. This changed that for me. Absolutely haunting and brilliant. This is on another level. 😢
Pick it up. Your brother would have wanted you to.
best cover i have ever heard in my life. oh my goodness. 🎉❤
It's hard to watch with tears in my eyes,now why is this the first time i find this incredible talent!!!!
This. Is. Golden! 😍
I've never felt this song so deeply before. This was amazing
This cover of this song touch me so much , Wilson Jr voice is incredible, and hi does this with a classical guitar, and remember he is playing hard here , but everything comes in harmony. Wow this just blow me away , this is the best stand by me I have ever heard. You can hear he puts his soul's into this song , thank you so much 🙂
@ 2:31 ... That's how far i made it ..before I shed a tear, well done, Brother, you Sir, you made a grown man cry 🤙🏼
I have not been moved by a song like this in a longtime this is incredible
Metal head here. So glad I found this.
Same and same
Immediately obsessed from the first time I heard his voice. Need to witness this live ❤
Adam, nodding at 2:22, knew he had a hit on his hands. This channel has the cleanest version of it, too.
This hits me so hard. Music in it's finest form. Goosebumps
Absolutely rocked me to my core... I've listened to this song way too many times... And yet, I still get goosebumps and tears every time I hear this version. 😭❤️
Superb cover, incredible voice & guitar playing, and what a fantastic hat.
Ave Maria.
This guy's a genius. Amen
coolest "stand by me" version, I ever listened to!
One of the best things Ive ever heard in my life. My word
That guitar deserves a thumbs up just for clearly communicating this man’s heart…That beautiful lady has seen some stuff and has been put to work…Lots of character
Best cover possibly ever of anything I’ve heard…… hit me right in the heart…… but I did cry at your concert when I heard Your a song….. 🙏🏻❤️
Gobsmacked 🤯 and that's after watching this 10 consecutive times!!! That's a gift as rare as being struck by lightning. ⚡️ ❤️🔥⚡️
The Dan Patrick Show talked about this today and brought me here. I was not disappointed. Amazing
Probably the best cover of any song I've ever heard. Amazing.
Amazing! I love this song. Sang it to my daughter as a baby and hearing his “version” brings me back. ❤❤
I’m 50 years old and not a big country music guy but this is the best version I’ve ever heard 😮😊
ok so his voice is amazing the guy in the room cant even move this is by far the best thing ive heard
I didn’t know that silent moments could be so loud. Not many people can hold attention that naturally. Bravo.
Not only did I play the air drums but I played the air bass as well. Yes. I am that stoner in a mushroom poncho sipping my 4x espresso with a pinch of cinnamon. Making that soul face. Brother. You sing as though the gods themselves are your audience. Music is art and this is a masterpiece for the ears and soul. Just happy there's not too many people in here rn. 🤣🤘
Playin the hell out of that guitar! Absolutely beautiful!
How rare it is to have such a voice, instrumentalist and genius all in this same person! And I hear that his songwriting ain't too shabby either.
I can die now. Play this on repeat at my funeral. ❤
Absolutely amazing. I’ve listened to this one on repeat this morning.
Remarkable. Outstanding.
Just started listening to Stephen..... the man has soul and puts a lot into his music. Been waiting for something like this!
This is an entirely new song. It's brilliant. I need a download NOW, and to binge it in repeat for days.
I think I just listened at least 6 times in a row lol
@@daltonmccollum5583 I am just on my third time in a row, but not ready to stop.
Great cover. From the start i new it was going to be epic. I bet he has spent hours playing. People don't realise that some guitar player's play for days sometimes. I used to play for 20 hours, have a few hours sleep and then go back to playing. This a privilege to watch. It coming from his soul.
Holy mother of pearls, this is amazing! 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Just the perfect amount of darkness and light illuminating this song. Beautiful
This cover is out of this world. Outstanding and emotional - a classic remade into a classic. This one cuts sweet.
This is how you cover a song, you take it and put a piece of you into it. This is how you touch people with your art and change them for the better.
No one will ever create a better arrangement for this song nor will they sing it with so much power. Wow!
Agree 100% , I’m so happy to have discovered @stephenwilsonjr.
I know this is a cover , but it’s really an original , song took on a whole different meaning
A mere thousand words cannot fully capture the depth of emotion evoked by this song/cover. In an instant, my body connected with my soul, causing time to momentarily stand still as I felt the gentle breeze on my face and heard the soft rustle of leaves falling to the ground. The musical notes and vocals in this piece are truly exceptional and represent the finest quality I have encountered in quite some time.
Today is one of the most life changing important and CHALLENGING AF days of my life and I think 😢 I’ll just play this on repeat all day. Thankyou sir in red cardigan … 🥹🖤
WOW!!!! Absolutely smashed it.Great version 🎸
When I kill it at a show or when I find myself quite pleased with my sound and how far I've come in my craft and career, I put on songs like this one to remind myself just how AMAZINGLY DEEP the rabbit hole goes down. This cover is on another level completely. Stephen owns this song.
Look at the guy watching the song unfold lol. You can see that he is absolutely flabbergasted. Its literally hard to articulate how AMAZING THIS COVER IS!!
I can't stop listening to this version of this song absolutely amazing. i can't get enough of it ❤ you just took that song to a level no one else could even touch wow
This ain't no cover. This is a whole new thing and he knocked it out of the park. A true masterpiece.
Back for another listen. Where are the other two guitarists? I hear them, but I don't see them. Mindblowing.
He’s channeling. 💯🤘
I don't even have the words to describe the emotions that came out the first and now 5th time I've listened to this in a row. Thank you sir
I can’t even describe how fucking insanely good this is. Amazing.
Absolutely amazing cover such a incredible voice needs to be on Spotify so can play it all the time 😊😊
Unreal. Worth noting that the vocal chain on his mic is impeccable and whatever fx chain he’s running his guitar through is equally amazing. What a cover. Full on experience.
Incredible!!!
Every so often the good lord gives us a gift!
In the form a very special human being.
I think this guy is an example of that.
Amazing!!!
The full package; vocals, lyrics, and golden fingers! The opening lyric sounds like Willie Nelson. Amazing artist with incredible talent and skill. Your going places Mr. Wilson!
from Canada, this is the best version ive ever heard, every f***ing night before sleepin! a bit crying cause its so damn emotional !
👏👏👏👏 pure magic. This is the type of song that is the final scene after a huge build up, continues to play as the credits roll, and you simply sit in your seat and enjoy every second. Bravo!
One of my favorite songs of all-time and this man just made me fall in love with the song all over again. Perfection. Ben would be proud.
This made me cry in such a good way ❤️🦋
My goosebump has goosebumps.
This is a masterpiece and I haven't been able to stop listening to it for last two weeks. Every time I listen to it, I find something new. It's truly a special reimagining. From one Hoosier to another, thank you for such an amazing performance.
Jesus that was good on the ole ears..
UA-cam algorithm did well guiding me to Stephen. Absolutely melting in my sofa with a whiskey eyes closed wishing I could play guitar this good nether mind the vocals. Blimey