This is yet another example of how VoicePlay take a song I have heard a million times and make me feel it for the first time. Absolutely beautiful gents. 😍
News alert: A Singing Layne has been spotted in the wild! . . . Sure, we often hear him singing as background and such, but it's always a treat when he does the lead. Lovely arrangement as always!
I have watched this more that once and I noticed something. There is a look in the eyes of each one of you as if you are thinking of the very people who you would "stand by" and those you believe would stand by you. Very sweet and touching. Good job guys!
I am so touched by this cover. Voiceplay, your music has become my anthem. I still struggle with the loss of my best friend of 20 years. She was my safe place, until a brain aneurysm took her away (I thought we’d grow old together). Your music has stood by me in my grief. There are days I feel so lost and wander around unmoored, but when I listen to your music I feel tethered down during these storms. Your music has become my new safe harbor. Sincerely, thank you for what you create.
Shellee, l am so sorry for your loss, close friends are the family we chose and losing them is tearing a hole in the fabric of our live 😢. May her memory be a blessing.
@@EnsembleStantePede she is definitely missed. I used to be able to go to her house anytime I needed to unwind. We could sit in silence and that still felt like quality time. I will always miss her for sure, but I try to not chase away the tears anymore because with the group comes the memories.
What a beautiful cover of this song. Definitely my new favourite version. Mykal is such a great addition to the group too. So glad he came back for this one.
I've heard so many versions of "Stand by Me" that I didn't think I ever wanted to hear another. I was wrong. It's VoicePlay, people, and it's exquisite. Mykal's voice is so incredibly smooth. Wow.
So glad this will be out in the world soon. I had been hoping that VoicePlay would cover "Stand By Me" eventually. Mykal was the perfect collaborator for this one. A lovely song with a beautiful message about true friendship. Thanks, guys, for sharing your positive outlook and your talent with us all. We need more happiness in this world and you never fail to make me smile.
So very, very nice. Just the right amount of ornamentation, making this song theirs. Seriously…can we just get these guys to cover…like…EVERY SONG EVER SUNG!?!?
This song was a favorite for me and my mom, when we would go on long car trips together we'd inevitably end up singing it. She's had a lot of health issues recently and can't really sing anymore, and this cover really brought back those memories and the simple joy of singing in a car with someone you love. This was beautiful, and thanks for the memories.
I've been listening to this on Patreon. It is absolutely beautiful. Brings tears to my eyes every time. Crazy thing is, I don't particularly care for the original. But as always Voiceplay sprinkles their magic and turns it into one I love. I'm so happy Mykal is back with them. They said this is one of the songs they sang way back 1997-2002 when they were together singing on street corners and in front of businesses. So was fitting for them to do it together now 😀,
I'm in suspense, this is my favorite slow-dancing song. EDIT: Aw, that was so worth the wait. Of course Geoff was going to do the bass line, which I loved, but Mykal absolutely tore it up. LOVED IT ALL!
Chills all over, all the way through! Ear candy, eye candy! And the guys’ eyes were each SO warm, you can feel the love. Btw, Eli’s were over-the-top blue.
Some classics just can't be topped but damn if you guys don't push the envelope... One of the things I find so incredible about VoicePlay (and to be clear, there's a list) is that, sure, you do some songs where one of you is obviously taking lead, BUT then in all of your other pieces, every member including the guest shares the spotlight. It's fluid and smooth and still every one of the group is the star. I've done a lot of stagework and that kind of cooperation is beautiful and rare. You guys are just amazing (and please stay that way).
This is a song just about everyone has heard, at first you ask do we need another version? Yep, we do, at least this version we do. VP has managed to pay homage to the original yet put a beautiful almost haunting spin on it. Well done.
If Voiceplay does a cover of a song and you're asking whether we needed another version, the answer is always yes. And the proof is just to listen to their performance and now you know why we needed another version.😁
I'm calling the authorities on these bandits, the charge----causing multiple eargasms. I wanted to stand by them but I fainted from the first note. Really Mykal, did you have to go there? I am so done with these guys, they drive me insane---can't wait until the next one.😂😂😍😍❤❤
@@nasaf1sh They were suggested for consideration for a nomination. I cannot find anywhere where it says that those nominations actually occurred. If you know if you find it let me know!
After hearing this song almost day in and day out at the care home I work at - I was almost at the point where it became overplayed. Voiceplay, you made me fall in love with that song yet again. Don’t get me started on Mykal and Eli…we’ll be here forever. Thanks again for the beauty!
Damn, watched it twice in a row, and ended up with tears in my eyes both times. VoicePlay brought new life to this song we've all heard so many times before, Mykal's voice is amazing, the arrangement is wonderful, and the hug at the end just caps it off.
Wow!!! Awesome! And the bass singer that was a surprise! Wasn’t expecting that beautiful bass voice from your young and handsome face. You all are just superb. 🎶🖤🎵BRAVO 👏👏👏🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
If you want to have your socks blown off, check out their cover of the Oogie Boogie Song from Nightmare Before Christmas. That bass singer, Geoff Castellucci, demonstrates an enormous range.
@@AbuMaia01 or, literally ANY of Geoff's solo songs, like "Over Misty Mountains Cold", "Sixteen Tons", "Sound of Silence", "Mele Kalikimaka", "Big Bad John", and "Jacks Lament".
As many times as I've listened to this, I'm still getting chills, especially after that last switcheroo, when Mykal hits that top note, but really throughout the whole thing, watching the five of them interact, watching Mykal and Cesar interact -- they've got such a sweet older brother-younger brother vibe going on. I just love this! And we've got to get more reactors looking at it!
Your music has been a lifeline for me as I have tried to navigate the nightmare my life has been since the death of my 24-year best friend and roommate last December 27th. Thank you for the beauty of your music.
Shout out to the audio engineer on this one! The changing of physical position coupled with matching panning of the voices adds such great depth to the already amazing inputs you were given. Beautiful!
I love this one, good to see it will soon be released to the world! And as much as I am a fan of the entire group, each and everyone, I still can't get over how adorable Cesar looks in this video... 😁 And Mykal taking off! Wow, that was amazing. I knew he could sing high as I saw it in Be Prepared but still! This group and their features are the best!
The mall versions always have something magical about them. This “Stand By Me,” to which I’m listening under her full super moon, balances the sweetness and poignancy of this song. And I am always an so happy when e get to hear Layne sing. Thank you.
OK, 1) I LOVE THIS!!! 2) Mykal just adds a whole dimension-something about his voice makes everybody else sound even better than usual. 3) Yay! Layne sings for us! 4) Those riffs! That bass! I don’t know who to talk about first so just wow, guys! 5). I loved the hug at the end! And 6) Is that Cesar hitting those crazy high notes in the outro? (Oh, and yeah, I see you, Kathy, off camera at the start with a fan blowing Geoff’s beautiful hair around.)
I love that Mykal embraces Cesar at the end of the song. It's like he's giving Cesar his blessing as a Founder of VoicePlay, acknowledging Cesar's place among the group. It's as if he's saying, "It's ok Young One. You belong here."
Yall this was such a wonderful thing to listen to when pulling up UA-cam not just because it sounded amazing, or that its also my birthday, but just because of how there is so much going on in the world right now, and we need to stick together. Love you all!
What a fantastic job you did here 🔥. It's a song full of hope, and it still brings me to tears. Every time I listen, and I've been doing so on Patreon many, many times already. I can't wait for everybody to be able to enjoy this masterpiece! 🥰🥰
I love this version of this classic. Mykal's "buttery" soft vocals blend in perfectly. I feel sorry for the people walking by in the background. They have no idea of the greatness going on. Ben E King would be proud.....and jealous.
🎉 Congratulations and excellent performance. I have stood by y'all for years. ❤ I am loving the empty mall look 😂. Always listening in coastal Mississippi 👋
This song was made for y’all ❤️ and this one in particular makes me believe more than ever that y’all were meant to sing with each other. And one can only hope you guys keep on doing that forever 😊! This is gorgeous and to nobody’s surprise Mykal fits like a glove❤️! Its giving me all the warm fuzzies 🥰
Absolutely beautiful ! It's great to hear more of Mykal, he's glorious. Eli's voice is perfectly suited to this style of song. Cesar and Layne bring a touch of sweetness, and Geoff his unique deepness. Aren't they fantastic ? 🥰
This is yet another example of how VoicePlay take a song I have heard a million times and make me feel it for the first time. Absolutely beautiful gents. 😍
My thoughts exactly.
The Homefree version is good. Neither better, just different. I think they both killed it as always.
News alert: A Singing Layne has been spotted in the wild! . . .
Sure, we often hear him singing as background and such, but it's always a treat when he does the lead. Lovely arrangement as always!
ABSOLUTELY ! 💯
We love when a singing layne has been spotted out in the wild 😂
@@Itsmebaileygeeand also VioLayne!
So great to have Mykal join the Voiceplay guys again. This rendition of this song is a warm hug 🫂.
Great description! Yeah, I feel hugged right now.
Every arrangement that has Layne singing is a masterpiece.
This is just pure audio bliss!! The PIPES on Mykal 😳 Beautifully done, fellas
Mykal bringing the fire of his vocals AGAIN? MAKE IT A DOUBLE!
I hope Mykal comes to visit again, and again and again. The beauty in the combined voices is breath taking.❤❤❤
I wish he would officially join the band. Either him, Omar, or, heck, maybe both of them lol. 💛💛
@@AdorkableArtist92and J and DeeJay and Rachel and Emoni and…. They’re gonna need a bigger boat!
Acapella and doo wop were made for each other, really. And Geoff is made for iconic bass lines.
Oh, those harmonies... welcome back Mykal!
When the night has come and the land is dark, VoicePlay is the only light we'll see and sound we'll wanna hear - shine bright you guys!
Beautifully said.
I have watched this more that once and I noticed something. There is a look in the eyes of each one of you as if you are thinking of the very people who you would "stand by" and those you believe would stand by you. Very sweet and touching. Good job guys!
I am so touched by this cover. Voiceplay, your music has become my anthem. I still struggle with the loss of my best friend of 20 years. She was my safe place, until a brain aneurysm took her away (I thought we’d grow old together). Your music has stood by me in my grief. There are days I feel so lost and wander around unmoored, but when I listen to your music I feel tethered down during these storms. Your music has become my new safe harbor. Sincerely, thank you for what you create.
❤❤❤ So sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts of comfort your way.❤️❤️❤️
@@DSJ-gg2ns I appreciate this.
Shellee, l am so sorry for your loss, close friends are the family we chose and losing them is tearing a hole in the fabric of our live 😢. May her memory be a blessing.
@@EnsembleStantePede she is definitely missed. I used to be able to go to her house anytime I needed to unwind. We could sit in silence and that still felt like quality time. I will always miss her for sure, but I try to not chase away the tears anymore because with the group comes the memories.
Sending you healing thoughts, hugs, love, and light.
They all have magic hands and beautiful voices
What a beautiful cover of this song. Definitely my new favourite version. Mykal is such a great addition to the group too. So glad he came back for this one.
❤❤❤💥🎧
VoicePlay (and Mykal) give the best audible hugs! 🫂🎶 So warm and sweet ❤
I've heard so many versions of "Stand by Me" that I didn't think I ever wanted to hear another. I was wrong. It's VoicePlay, people, and it's exquisite. Mykal's voice is so incredibly smooth. Wow.
So glad this will be out in the world soon. I had been hoping that VoicePlay would cover "Stand By Me" eventually. Mykal was the perfect collaborator for this one. A lovely song with a beautiful message about true friendship. Thanks, guys, for sharing your positive outlook and your talent with us all. We need more happiness in this world and you never fail to make me smile.
Mykal is underrated. Loved his voice and vocal swagger ever since I heard him sing My Heart Will Go On 🤩
It's so nice to hear Layne's voice in this song; his vocal percussion is nice but this is amazing
IKR!? This rendition is near absolute perfection but I do wish Layne would take a turn soloing to strut his stuff. Come ON LAYNE!
More Mykal, please! Your collaborations never fail. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you ❤❤
Can't wait to see the wider reaction to this. Mykal gels so well with the group. This is absolutely beautiful 🥰
All these people are so talented. Cesar shows the words on his face. He's a phenomenal young man.
So very, very nice. Just the right amount of ornamentation, making this song theirs. Seriously…can we just get these guys to cover…like…EVERY SONG EVER SUNG!?!?
This song was a favorite for me and my mom, when we would go on long car trips together we'd inevitably end up singing it. She's had a lot of health issues recently and can't really sing anymore, and this cover really brought back those memories and the simple joy of singing in a car with someone you love. This was beautiful, and thanks for the memories.
I love how I get to hear each voice shine.
I've been listening to this on Patreon. It is absolutely beautiful. Brings tears to my eyes every time.
Crazy thing is, I don't particularly care for the original. But as always Voiceplay sprinkles their magic and turns it into one I love.
I'm so happy Mykal is back with them. They said this is one of the songs they sang way back 1997-2002 when they were together singing on street corners and in front of businesses. So was fitting for them to do it together now 😀,
Gentlemen, you are a firmidible force that captures our hearts. Thank you for this necessary song at this time! Bless you all!
I'm in suspense, this is my favorite slow-dancing song. EDIT: Aw, that was so worth the wait. Of course Geoff was going to do the bass line, which I loved, but Mykal absolutely tore it up. LOVED IT ALL!
Chills all over, all the way through! Ear candy, eye candy! And the guys’ eyes were each SO warm, you can feel the love. Btw, Eli’s were over-the-top blue.
My favorite cover of this song- I can't get enough! So looking forward to the reactions to this!
Some classics just can't be topped but damn if you guys don't push the envelope... One of the things I find so incredible about VoicePlay (and to be clear, there's a list) is that, sure, you do some songs where one of you is obviously taking lead, BUT then in all of your other pieces, every member including the guest shares the spotlight. It's fluid and smooth and still every one of the group is the star. I've done a lot of stagework and that kind of cooperation is beautiful and rare. You guys are just amazing (and please stay that way).
the bass in the back really brings it together
I can't count how often I like their version better than the original. They are just brilliant!
A song with a great message and no one has ever done it more beautifully.
As long as VoicePlay stands by me, I’m prepared for anything!!!!😅
Never , ever gets old. Any minute any second of any day is an ok time to tune in to this group. Wow ❤
This is a song just about everyone has heard, at first you ask do we need another version? Yep, we do, at least this version we do. VP has managed to pay homage to the original yet put a beautiful almost haunting spin on it. Well done.
If Voiceplay does a cover of a song and you're asking whether we needed another version, the answer is always yes. And the proof is just to listen to their performance and now you know why we needed another version.😁
These guys are just too gorgeous, singing like angels, this beautiful rendition makes me want to hug everyone! 😊💜🇬🇧
Beautifully done, guys!!! Mykal's voice is gorgeous!
Heavenly! The harmony just makes me so happy! Amazing work as always!!! Also 2:54 onwards OMG!!!
I'm calling the authorities on these bandits, the charge----causing multiple eargasms. I wanted to stand by them but I fainted from the first note. Really Mykal, did you have to go there? I am so done with these guys, they drive me insane---can't wait until the next one.😂😂😍😍❤❤
such a feel good song! makes me smile from start to finish!
Bruh this is good yall deserve a Grammy
they got nominated for 2! hellfire and the way you make me feel
@@nasaf1sh They were suggested for consideration for a nomination. I cannot find anywhere where it says that those nominations actually occurred. If you know if you find it let me know!
@@janetdw They actually announced it on their instagram (as a reel) for Hellfire about 4 weeks ago.
Honestly, that's kinda like telling the guy who finalized/completed the proof of the Poincare conjecture, that he deserves a Fields medal.
@@commentbsThey announced being submitted and considered for nomination. They did not end up being nominated unfortunately.
I love, love, love, LOVE hearing Layne sing more! And Mykal is a jewel. Excellent work once again, gentlemen!
I FEEL your music in my soul. Thank you❣️🔥💜
After hearing this song almost day in and day out at the care home I work at - I was almost at the point where it became overplayed. Voiceplay, you made me fall in love with that song yet again. Don’t get me started on Mykal and Eli…we’ll be here forever. Thanks again for the beauty!
Damn, watched it twice in a row, and ended up with tears in my eyes both times. VoicePlay brought new life to this song we've all heard so many times before, Mykal's voice is amazing, the arrangement is wonderful, and the hug at the end just caps it off.
Whoa, the arrangement!
And all the scene changes.
Wow!!! Awesome! And the bass singer that was a surprise! Wasn’t expecting that beautiful bass voice from your young and handsome face. You all are just superb. 🎶🖤🎵BRAVO 👏👏👏🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
The bass is Geoff Castellucci, he also has a solo channel. :)
If you want to have your socks blown off, check out their cover of the Oogie Boogie Song from Nightmare Before Christmas. That bass singer, Geoff Castellucci, demonstrates an enormous range.
@@AbuMaia01 Seconded!
@@AbuMaia01 or, literally ANY of Geoff's solo songs, like "Over Misty Mountains Cold", "Sixteen Tons", "Sound of Silence", "Mele Kalikimaka", "Big Bad John", and "Jacks Lament".
Absolutely incredible voices.
Well, I've played it 23 times now ... and i can safely say .. this is really really good!
Mykal has such a beautiful voice (and smile!). I love when the song gives everyone a chance to shine. Great job, guys!
Absolutely breathtaking, I literally can't stop crying, 😢
Lindo demais. Parabéns! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Why on earth does this not have a million views by now? It is just outstanding. I’m sending links to everyone I know.
Absolutely beautiful.
You took an old classic and brought it to another level. ❤
Gorgeous cover of this song. Beautiful voices, lovely people, so much talent in one group.
Loved this. Not only their fantastic version of the song but also Mykal and Cesar are adorable together, they seem to have become great friends 😊.
I can’t say how much I love this song and more how much I love this arrangement of it❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
So beautiful. This brought tears to my eyes. The connection you have with each other is so special. Thank you for sharing it.
I have been feeling esp. low these days what with everything that's going on. Discovered this just now, and it lifted my heart...thank you, guys....
As many times as I've listened to this, I'm still getting chills, especially after that last switcheroo, when Mykal hits that top note, but really throughout the whole thing, watching the five of them interact, watching Mykal and Cesar interact -- they've got such a sweet older brother-younger brother vibe going on. I just love this! And we've got to get more reactors looking at it!
Your music has been a lifeline for me as I have tried to navigate the nightmare my life has been since the death of my 24-year best friend and roommate last December 27th. Thank you for the beauty of your music.
Shout out to the audio engineer on this one! The changing of physical position coupled with matching panning of the voices adds such great depth to the already amazing inputs you were given. Beautiful!
I'm sitting here with a wide happy grin on my face, this is such a beautiful cover! 😊❤❤❤❤❤
I just want to absorb the sound of this one - so beautiful!
I expected this to be really good but it totally exceeded my expectations. So beautiful it made me cry.
This ear-candy makes me want to stop everything and sit and listen. And the eye-candy isn’t bad either!
I just have to say that VoicePlay has done it yet once again. This is one of my favorite songs. I love this song called Stand By Me.
That high note from Mykal was amazing! Sent chills down my spine. I've always loved this song and now I love it even more. Great job, guys! ❤
I love this one, good to see it will soon be released to the world! And as much as I am a fan of the entire group, each and everyone, I still can't get over how adorable Cesar looks in this video... 😁 And Mykal taking off! Wow, that was amazing. I knew he could sing high as I saw it in Be Prepared but still! This group and their features are the best!
This was so wonderful and great to see Mykal again! And Layne did a lot of singing here too when he normally does lots of sound effects.
Stunning vocals, harmonies, & blends! 🙂 🇨🇦
The painfully beautiful men are doing painfully beautiful things again. Everyone come watch 🤣
No pain, no gain... 😂🎉❤
❤❤❤👣
Right??? How are they all so pretty?!
Also beautiful voices as always.
Just the best understatement of all time
Just the best understatement of all time
The mall versions always have something magical about them. This “Stand By Me,” to which I’m listening under her full super moon, balances the sweetness and poignancy of this song. And I am always an so happy when e get to hear Layne sing.
Thank you.
OK, 1) I LOVE THIS!!! 2) Mykal just adds a whole dimension-something about his voice makes everybody else sound even better than usual. 3) Yay! Layne sings for us! 4) Those riffs! That bass! I don’t know who to talk about first so just wow, guys! 5). I loved the hug at the end! And 6) Is that Cesar hitting those crazy high notes in the outro? (Oh, and yeah, I see you, Kathy, off camera at the start with a fan blowing Geoff’s beautiful hair around.)
There’s that hand trick again!! Love it and the song!! ❤❤❤❤❤
We need definitely more with Mykal!! O.o
He fits so well into your team x3.
Perfect👏🏻
原曲リスペクトかつ見事すぎるアレンジ！
奇跡！
そして(いつも通りの)最高な声！
I love that Mykal embraces Cesar at the end of the song. It's like he's giving Cesar his blessing as a Founder of VoicePlay, acknowledging Cesar's place among the group. It's as if he's saying, "It's ok Young One. You belong here."
Yall this was such a wonderful thing to listen to when pulling up UA-cam not just because it sounded amazing, or that its also my birthday, but just because of how there is so much going on in the world right now, and we need to stick together. Love you all!
Happy birthday!
@ thank you!
@@colindrayer4748 no problem!
Happy birthday 🎉
@@colindrayer4748 no problem!
What a fantastic job you did here 🔥. It's a song full of hope, and it still brings me to tears. Every time I listen, and I've been doing so on Patreon many, many times already.
I can't wait for everybody to be able to enjoy this masterpiece! 🥰🥰
I love this version of this classic. Mykal's "buttery" soft vocals blend in perfectly. I feel sorry for the people walking by in the background. They have no idea of the greatness going on. Ben E King would be proud.....and jealous.
セザールのニットとジェフのシャツが可愛い！特にジェフが後ろに腕をやってるのが好きなポーズだった。
そしてもちろん皆最高の歌声！
今日はレインの歌のパートもしっかり聞けてよかった！
Geoff's shirt is so nice and cool ❤
One of my favorite songs, heard it a hundred times. But now it is sounds so different and new. Thank's for that, guys. Love from Germany, Celia❤
Geoff damn i just love ur bass combining with everyones unique voices its amazing❤❤
So very beautiful that I can't really think of anything to say. Probably one of my favorites already.
🎉 Congratulations and excellent performance. I have stood by y'all for years. ❤ I am loving the empty mall look 😂. Always listening in coastal Mississippi 👋
One of my favorite songs redone “VoicePlay” style. Absolutely fantastic!! Love it!❤️💕👏👏
Ugh, why did this make me cry? 👏 beautiful work, guys
I held it together until "I won't cry, no I won't shed a tear" then that's when I allowed myself to cry 😂😂
@ same
Really love these guys beautiful voices. ❤
This is it! This is the one! My new favourite VP song of all time!
Another A+ performance where the arrangement is half of why it wins.
My god, you guys are great! I used to sing in a group. I love your acapella.
This is simply spectacular, smiling,💯💯👏👏🙏🏾🙏🏾💞💞
Y’all always nail it. And Maykal took ‘em to church. Love it 😍 ❤
This song was made for y’all ❤️ and this one in particular makes me believe more than ever that y’all were meant to sing with each other. And one can only hope you guys keep on doing that forever 😊!
This is gorgeous and to nobody’s surprise Mykal fits like a glove❤️! Its giving me all the warm fuzzies 🥰
Absolutely beautiful ! It's great to hear more of Mykal, he's glorious. Eli's voice is perfectly suited to this style of song. Cesar and Layne bring a touch of sweetness, and Geoff his unique deepness. Aren't they fantastic ? 🥰
Each and every one of them!
Sit back and relax for some serious serenading. It’s simply breathtaking.
Guys wow great job, truly amazing. And I love the hand cuts throughout makes it a beautiful transition to each clip. ❤
I love when they do the hands on one of their songs too. Makes you anticipate what grouping & who is featured next❤