Billie Eilish - Birds Of A Feather (acoustic cover)

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  • @MuZaNJaCkSoNsLoStSHoE
    @MuZaNJaCkSoNsLoStSHoE Місяць тому +21577

    This is the type of video that will get recommended 12 years later

    • @SLBttv
      @SLBttv Місяць тому +313

      We can only hope! See you in 12 years. 🤞

    • @MuZaNJaCkSoNsLoStSHoE
      @MuZaNJaCkSoNsLoStSHoE Місяць тому +53

      @@SLBttv sure🤝

    • @Olivia-w4l
      @Olivia-w4l Місяць тому +52

      see ya in 12 years!

    • @annec7235
      @annec7235 Місяць тому +3

      Fr

    • @weebempire
      @weebempire Місяць тому +49

      In 12 years this will be the most liked comment

  • @saminaminarororor
    @saminaminarororor 2 місяці тому +20433

    this is one of the most wholesome things I've found on the internet.

  • @rossini138
    @rossini138 Місяць тому +7050

    I don’t know why the algorithm brought me this video but I’m so glad. Beautiful.

    • @bigshaq3138
      @bigshaq3138 Місяць тому +13

      The algorithm knows you've been watching Billie eilish videos😂

    • @adri_lenee
      @adri_lenee Місяць тому +17

      It popped up randomly for me too! I haven’t watched any Billie lately but I’m taking this a sign I should

    • @cakesyouth
      @cakesyouth Місяць тому +5

      Me neither but I'm glad too, I needed something comforting today!

    • @steemcgee5150
      @steemcgee5150 Місяць тому +5

      Agreed. I wish the best for this man

    • @onewingangel1117
      @onewingangel1117 Місяць тому

      @@bigshaq3138I have absolutely not watched any Billie music or even looked her up. The algorithm just knows when you need a wholesome pick me up ❤ it always comes through

  • @johntsan742
    @johntsan742 15 днів тому +589

    You get a new perspective of the lyrics when someone has been living 4 times as long as Billie Eillish sings it.

    • @AntoniaSongbird
      @AntoniaSongbird 4 дні тому +5

      Well said.. truly. Never listened to deeply to her lyrics than right now 👌🏽🙏🏽

  • @laufey._.lauverr
    @laufey._.lauverr 2 місяці тому +20530

    i’d never think i’d see an elderly guy do a cover of a billie eilish song, this is really cool

    • @Inky1967
      @Inky1967 2 місяці тому +380

      I love how people under the age of 40 throw that word elderly around so casually. smh.

    • @laufey._.lauverr
      @laufey._.lauverr 2 місяці тому +731

      @@Inky1967 i don’t want to come off rude and say “an old man.” sorry if my kind of respect isn’t what you grew up what with. we get taught differently.

    • @SchizoToaster
      @SchizoToaster 2 місяці тому +589

      @@laufey._.lauverr Interpretation is a funny thing. You said nothing offensive, but no matter what you say someone can choose to be offended by it. Its clear your comment was meant positively though.

    • @laufey._.lauverr
      @laufey._.lauverr 2 місяці тому +245

      @@SchizoToaster i agree so much with you. people on the internet today are so sensitive that they’ll choose anything to fight over to try and prove they’re right when clearly what they’re trying to prove is meaningless💀😭

    • @wassup8308
      @wassup8308 2 місяці тому +228

      @@Inky1967 u thinking "elderly" is an offensive term says more about you than it does about OP me thinks. You think being old is a bad thing, huh?

  • @xLynsieMarie
    @xLynsieMarie Місяць тому +5995

    He makes this song so much more special it’s like he is singing it to his late wife.. powerful and meaningful

    • @sarahrangel6020
      @sarahrangel6020 Місяць тому +67

      Had the exact same thoughts ❤❤❤

    • @summerrain9871
      @summerrain9871 Місяць тому +38

      I saw your comment while he was singing ‘don’t wanna say goodbye’

    • @onewingangel1117
      @onewingangel1117 Місяць тому +11

      @@summerrain9871woahhhh…me, too, no joke 😶

    • @gordenejacas5870
      @gordenejacas5870 Місяць тому +8

      Omgeeeee i sent it to my 15 yr old daughter and i said the same thing to her!!!! The words hit me so much more 🥹🥹🥺🥺😭😭

    • @Chelsey-v3r
      @Chelsey-v3r Місяць тому +3

      🥹😭😭

  • @TinglesmithASMR
    @TinglesmithASMR 17 днів тому +1476

    I really hope Billie Eilish sees this... Very soulful, thank you!

  • @alicassidy1997
    @alicassidy1997 7 днів тому +102

    Frank, this made me tear up. I'm a 74 yr old woman and a big fan of Billie, but your interpretation speaks to me in my old age. Bless you for this.

  • @hellofriend4532
    @hellofriend4532 Місяць тому +2660

    This is what the internet should be for ! Spreading talents and smiles

    • @HayDayEveryday
      @HayDayEveryday Місяць тому +4

      ❤❤

    • @rmilkyswife
      @rmilkyswife Місяць тому +4

      Agreed! For some reason I was recommended this video and I felt comfort and peace right away. I love it

    • @Im_juhh
      @Im_juhh 10 днів тому

      Exactly

  • @imahotmess872
    @imahotmess872 2 місяці тому +13237

    billie needs to see this
    edit: damn, i don’t wanna be that person, but 10k likes is crazy I’ve never had that much before! 😲🙊 thx guys 😊🫶🏻

  • @utteringdarknes
    @utteringdarknes 2 місяці тому +5441

    He sounded like Johny Cash. Cool.😊

  • @kennethsantiago3844
    @kennethsantiago3844 15 днів тому +331

    Why this version feels like it was released in the 70's or 80's. Such a soothing version ❤️

    • @wietog
      @wietog 12 днів тому +3

      Yes as though this was the original ;)

    • @kennethsantiago3844
      @kennethsantiago3844 10 днів тому

      @@wietog exactly

    • @AntoniaSongbird
      @AntoniaSongbird 4 дні тому +2

      Totally! It sounded like a classic. I kept finding myself being like wait Billie Eylish wrote this?

    • @anuragchaudhary6307
      @anuragchaudhary6307 3 дні тому

      I get what you mean but totally wrong decade lol

  • @nanathecloud
    @nanathecloud 26 днів тому +987

    When an older person sings certain types of lyrics, it reaches a whole new level of depth that makes my heart cry because it feels too much. Beautiful.

    • @coll4455
      @coll4455 24 дні тому +2

      Same

    • @Minlaroo
      @Minlaroo 23 дні тому +2

      Billie should see this at 1 million views. I think she would love it. I've always said she has such a diverse fan base!

    • @estebanrodriguez9007
      @estebanrodriguez9007 18 днів тому +4

      Like Johnny Cash singing Hurt or Joni Mitchell redoing Both Sides Now when she was older. ❤❤

    • @Jovsa
      @Jovsa 18 днів тому +4

      Totally agree, especially with this song that is about an undying Love hits even harder 😢

    • @ΒύρωναςΛαδιάς
      @ΒύρωναςΛαδιάς 17 днів тому +1

      This!

  • @tscraples
    @tscraples 2 місяці тому +3682

    You know that thing when you hear a song as if for the first time ever? Wow this hits differently when you sing it.

  • @jx_jeff
    @jx_jeff Місяць тому +1723

    1:31 It hits different coming from someone his age. It feels real....

    • @OliveMidori-d4n
      @OliveMidori-d4n Місяць тому +9

      Very true❤

    • @cpirtle
      @cpirtle Місяць тому +5

      Yeah.... 🥲

    • @juliusnepos6013
      @juliusnepos6013 Місяць тому +3

      Indeed

    • @astrid8433
      @astrid8433 Місяць тому +23

      It really does. They show a life of experience in their eyes and expressions. Something you can only have through age ❤

    • @clara-jr7xo
      @clara-jr7xo Місяць тому +1

      absolutely

  • @meghanar7627
    @meghanar7627 12 днів тому +108

    I just lost my best friend to cancer. She was my soulmate and we listened and cried alot to this song weeks before she passed. This made me cry so much but also healed my broken little heart just a bit. Thank you. Haley - I love you so damn much, I'll find you again b.

    • @TeenaKakran
      @TeenaKakran 12 днів тому +6

      You're bestfriend has been to heaven darling...now you have to live for her. I don't know what to say but she's got her eye on you..i support u sissy lot's of love for both of uhh🌟🌎❤️

    • @Im_juhh
      @Im_juhh 10 днів тому +2

      :(

    • @Anii4zm
      @Anii4zm 9 днів тому

      I'm so sorry. I'm sure she's at peace ❤

    • @ndcINC
      @ndcINC 11 годин тому

      you & haley are forever connected. i'm so sorry for your loss but she is now your guardian angel that will guide you through this life and eventually through death💜 just look for the birds & the feathers 🪶

  • @sunshinedaydream70
    @sunshinedaydream70 2 місяці тому +2146

    All about interpretation. His interpretation of this song, for him, was spot on.
    He Sings this from a different vantage point. This is someone who has lived a lot of his life and has a lot of life experience. This is also someone who has experience from a different gender. If sometimes we tend to forget that Males can also be full of emotion.
    Great job!!!

    • @Childlesscatslady
      @Childlesscatslady Місяць тому +29

      This song made me miss my grandpa. He carries the same energy

    • @seeyeah5172
      @seeyeah5172 Місяць тому +4

      😢 your comment made me cry. That's so true.

    • @PamelaChin
      @PamelaChin Місяць тому

      This

    • @Hello-hello-hello456
      @Hello-hello-hello456 Місяць тому +2

      Why would you forget that men have emotions? They are people

    • @xsullengirlx
      @xsullengirlx Місяць тому

      I had the same thought. This reminds me of Johnny Cash singing "Hurt" by NIN. It's alllll about interpretation. I heard that song one way at first and then heard Cash's version and it became a totally new song. That is what happened here. On just as impressive levels, but just not as recognized.

  • @Randooooooooooooooom
    @Randooooooooooooooom Місяць тому +876

    This sweet guy has liked every single comment here, that is the most wholesome comment section i've seen here 😭 it's so great to see someone your age still passionate about music, i want to be this cool when i get older ❤️

  • @kczar1962
    @kczar1962 27 днів тому +829

    As a senior myself, this validates for me that everyone of all ages loves Billie

    • @CallingClips
      @CallingClips 26 днів тому

      Not Billie herself. But her music. I guess if you’re older you don’t mind supporting celebrities who support the destruction of our country. It’s mostly the unproductive confused type who love her and others like her. Which that’s what free will is for! So more power to you and the rest. But she’s 100% behind the right of late term abortions. And equality to weirdos who contribute nothing. Until bad shit happens like someone of your old age has seen. Then those brainwashed quickly seek help from those who aren’t

  • @djharml3ss
    @djharml3ss 3 дні тому +12

    That "don't wanna say goodbye" really hits different.

  • @brittneystardust1311
    @brittneystardust1311 Місяць тому +1200

    The first time I heard Billie’s version, I shed a couple tears. But your version had me full on ugly crying alone in my bed with my dog. This is so precious. YOU are so precious. To so many of us. Thank you for sharing your gift and your light and your pure artistry with us.

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  Місяць тому +337

      If you going to cry it's always best with a dog.

    • @brittneystardust1311
      @brittneystardust1311 Місяць тому +19

      @@FrankWatkinson couldn’t agree more. 💕

    • @tkaotic
      @tkaotic Місяць тому +8

      ⁠@@FrankWatkinsonthe way I was sobbing imagining you wrote this about your sick wife. Sir, Billie covered your song 😭

    • @candiesymes1124
      @candiesymes1124 Місяць тому +9

      @@FrankWatkinsonwhat about with a cat? 😿 this is so heart warming and so emotional

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  Місяць тому +27

      @@candiesymes1124 Cats work as well i have two.

  • @tommygarciasuarez114
    @tommygarciasuarez114 2 місяці тому +1826

    He looks like a human that you can sit with for hours listening to the story’s he tells. Very beautiful Ftank!❤❤

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  2 місяці тому +606

      If you're buying the drinks.

    • @goofballreese
      @goofballreese 2 місяці тому +84

      ​@@FrankWatkinson Of course, drinks on me!

    • @JuliaS0608
      @JuliaS0608 Місяць тому +36

      ​@@FrankWatkinsondo you like tea?

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  Місяць тому +96

      @@JuliaS0608 I’m English it’s our drink.

    • @suedathehappy
      @suedathehappy Місяць тому +14

      ​@@FrankWatkinson Do you want to Turkish tea grandpa? Or Turkish coffee? I thinkkk you will love them 💕💕

  • @once4all125
    @once4all125 Місяць тому +672

    This is what the internet should be for, sharing talent and connecting people!

    • @lucasaurin
      @lucasaurin Місяць тому +9

      origins of youtube, seems like ages ago... but nicely relived here

  • @lorcan8484
    @lorcan8484 10 днів тому +24

    this vibe makes more sense . clear lyrics, emotion spot on

  • @TouLor-ji3pi
    @TouLor-ji3pi Місяць тому +543

    Billie’s version was already sad but damn…. He’s on another level.

  • @DirtyDan1213
    @DirtyDan1213 Місяць тому +933

    My grandmother passed a long time ago but always said she’d come back as a butterfly. I teared up watching ur video… then I noticed your blanket.
    Amazing. Beautiful. Talented.

    • @weebywo6501
      @weebywo6501 Місяць тому +6

      🥺🥺

    • @angielott83
      @angielott83 Місяць тому +9

      Oh that’s SO beautiful! ❤ I’m so glad you saw that

    • @DanielCS13
      @DanielCS13 Місяць тому +3

      ❤‍🩹❤‍🩹❤‍🩹

    • @angielott83
      @angielott83 Місяць тому +3

      @@DanielCS13 that’s a perfect little emoji heart for the story 🥹🥰

    • @DanielCS13
      @DanielCS13 Місяць тому +3

      @angielott83 The story made my heart so warm and that was the first emoji that came to my mind ❤️‍🩹🥹

  • @ayethandartun6431
    @ayethandartun6431 Місяць тому +1369

    This is so heartwarming. It feels like my grandpa is singing to me from heaven🥺🥺💗💗💗

    • @ElleAnne-z5w
      @ElleAnne-z5w Місяць тому +19

      fr tho, my gpa died yesterday so this rly got to me

    • @Nvts-ic4ix
      @Nvts-ic4ix Місяць тому +7

      @@ElleAnne-z5w oh i'm so sorry :(

    • @lllukaaas1205
      @lllukaaas1205 Місяць тому +5

      @@ElleAnne-z5wsending you all the love ❤

    • @flowergarden1354
      @flowergarden1354 Місяць тому +2

      ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @rbarbee7238
      @rbarbee7238 Місяць тому +1

      🤍🤍🤍🤍

  • @normamontalvo-d7u
    @normamontalvo-d7u 3 дні тому +8

    I hope Billie has him as a special guest at one of her concerts. Such a sweet,sad, and soulful take on the song.

  • @stephaniediaz2709
    @stephaniediaz2709 Місяць тому +671

    He just added so much more meaning to this song. I just cried. Thank you 🫶🏻

  • @ethels_et_al.
    @ethels_et_al. Місяць тому +455

    wow, i can picture this version being used in a hollywood film.. nice!!!

  • @Marie305_
    @Marie305_ Місяць тому +222

    Aw he’s singing it like he’s really thinking of a spouse . This was just so precious to me

  • @CellarDoor1970
    @CellarDoor1970 11 днів тому +12

    Just goes to show how good Billie’s songwriting is. Great cover.

  • @joyathasyaim
    @joyathasyaim Місяць тому +674

    you're soOo cute grandpaa, always stay healthy

  • @elbella.
    @elbella. Місяць тому +806

    I had such a big smile on my face while watching this.
    I love how proud he looked after he swore

  • @klwenz93
    @klwenz93 Місяць тому +491

    The cover no one knew we needed, but here we all are together watching this precious man give us all the feelings 😭

  • @sweetjreamz
    @sweetjreamz 2 дні тому +1

    I don’t think my heart can take this 🥹 he’s so adorable! He brings so much realness and maturity. It’s like I’m in a time warp.

  • @giaaa947
    @giaaa947 2 місяці тому +903

    I'm a 17 year old girl. I love music so much. I love singing and I love playing my guitar. I hope I'll be able to cherish it just like you when I'm as old as you :) your cover is so beautiful.

  • @artemis7674
    @artemis7674 Місяць тому +607

    Isn't it just so special how music can be both personal and universal? It's the same song but feels somehow like a different story. This is awesome, my heart is so full.

  • @tubetheyou
    @tubetheyou 2 місяці тому +490

    The way every word comes out of his mouth holds a lotta weight. And I felt every bit of it

    • @barbarabbastos
      @barbarabbastos Місяць тому +5

      confesso que eu, realmente, prestei atenção na beleza da letra agora, com ele cantando. eu senti a música! xoxo from brazil ❤

  • @JackSquat336
    @JackSquat336 14 днів тому +4

    As a elderly man and musician who doesn’t post my music I am very happy that you do this, well done 👍

  • @dedechism7893
    @dedechism7893 Місяць тому +408

    My grandpa was a singer. If only he had lived longer to enjoy the Internet, he would be singing along with you. This brings so much memories and joy. ❤❤

    • @reframingwiththerhythm
      @reframingwiththerhythm 5 днів тому

      My grandfather passed in 2022 and this also reminded me of him moreso greatly, much love and light to you too 🧿🤍

  • @serahblair2374
    @serahblair2374 2 місяці тому +670

    In my opinion, this is more emotional and provocative than the original. The lyrics really shine through you. Made me teary eyed. Somehow the lyrics hold more weight to them. ❤

    • @SsS-um8ty
      @SsS-um8ty Місяць тому +6

      This is exactly what I was thinking !

    • @Passepartout4
      @Passepartout4 Місяць тому +1

      I'm with you ☺️❤️ The song has a different weight the way he sings it ✨️

    • @steemcgee5150
      @steemcgee5150 Місяць тому +4

      Legit man, i absolutely adore the original and that's probably why it was recommended to me, but I'll never hear the lyrics the same again. From Billie it's infatuation, young love where everything is do or die, but from this man it's so full of deep love and trust and honesty and wow. Just completely different. They're incomparable in my eyes, they both serve a purpose and carry important meanings

    • @serahblair2374
      @serahblair2374 Місяць тому +1

      ​@@steemcgee5150 This. "I'll love you till the day that I die...Til the light leaves my eyes...If you go, I'm going too, cause it was always you." It's so genuine. It comes across as so tender and like you said, full of deep love, trust, honesty, and I'd add that the fact that its an older man and not a young woman makes it that more emotional. The words come across more as a solemn vow rather than an eager declaration of love...

  • @jeremygray5242
    @jeremygray5242 Місяць тому +286

    This cover had more emotion than the original, beautiful job Frank

  • @ap6255-i2l
    @ap6255-i2l 3 дні тому +3

    I love UA-cam so much because of stories like this. This video connects people from all over the world, collectively appreciating the talent and art of this man, together.

  • @abbyhills1998
    @abbyhills1998 Місяць тому +244

    I love Billie, but this gentleman blew my mind. The lyrics hit so much harder maybe because of how raw it is. I never even knew I related to these lyrics so much. Please keep uploading, much love 🙏💙

  • @Bev-ish
    @Bev-ish Місяць тому +248

    First, he’s so expressive it’s impressive. Also, the way he re-contextualized this song😭.

  • @katrinadinwiddie
    @katrinadinwiddie Місяць тому +210

    Did this make anyone else cry immediately??!!😢❤

  • @ipeacegene8064
    @ipeacegene8064 2 дні тому +1

    He brings the song to the time tunnel, it's fast forwarding ! It's really goosebump ! I could hear an old folk singing to the love one

  • @DearMaria0415
    @DearMaria0415 Місяць тому +308

    He made the song so emotional 🥹 Billie Eilish need to see this!!!!! ❤

  • @bnhdeluxe
    @bnhdeluxe 2 місяці тому +960

    i needed that cry

  • @sangiaodich
    @sangiaodich Місяць тому +219

    I lost my grandpa 5 years ago, he used to play the guitar and sing to me just like this. Seeing you sing brought me to tears. I wish you the best, health and happiness ❤❤ I love this version of birds of a feather, such a wholesome thing to see on the internet today. 🥹🥹❤️ Thank you so much for sharing this

    • @ElissaBlankenship.
      @ElissaBlankenship. Місяць тому +2

      I lost my grandma last week and my grandpa in 2021, I know your pain. May you heal from your grief and loss, though it is difficult. ❤️‍🩹

  • @hollie8331
    @hollie8331 2 дні тому +1

    he sings so beautifully and has forever changed the way i hear this song. I cry everytime

  • @kayleeraine08
    @kayleeraine08 24 дні тому +32

    1:31 Tearing up right now. 🥺🥺 love this so much.

  • @paigebethea1412
    @paigebethea1412 Місяць тому +121

    This song hits different when you think about it from the perspective of a person looking back on their long life. Whether this couple had a lifetime together or found each other late in life I think the message is so beautiful! Thank you!

    • @angeleabrabon8324
      @angeleabrabon8324 Місяць тому +1

      I thought the exact same 🥹 never listened to the lyrics like I did whilst listening to this version today 🫶🏼

    • @juliusnepos6013
      @juliusnepos6013 Місяць тому

      Yeah

  • @rebeccaromantica
    @rebeccaromantica Місяць тому +259

    I'm in love with this. This song suddenly has so much more meaning than before.

    • @rikkodays
      @rikkodays Місяць тому

      ya bro just said same thing a sec ago

  • @VIRGOD0LL
    @VIRGOD0LL 3 дні тому +3

    How the hell did you manage to make this song 10x sadder than it originally is? You go boy! 🎉❤

  • @mirjamaruvalja
    @mirjamaruvalja Місяць тому +156

    Billie Eilish needs to see this ❤

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  Місяць тому +69

      She has.

    • @mirjamaruvalja
      @mirjamaruvalja Місяць тому +7

      @@FrankWatkinson Lovely! You are incredibly talented.

    • @DontCareL0L
      @DontCareL0L Місяць тому +6

      ​@@FrankWatkinson Wait really??!! That's so cool!! Did she comment or repost somewhere?

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  Місяць тому +37

      @@DontCareL0L I was told she posted it on her tik tok.

    • @Random_contentxd
      @Random_contentxd Місяць тому

      ⁠@@FrankWatkinsonyes!! She reposed it on her TikTok, amazing work 😊

  • @patrixemary2187
    @patrixemary2187 22 дні тому +148

    i feel like i'm watching a scene from a movie and this is the audio playing. it's so pure and beautiful

  • @Xaolindosmontes
    @Xaolindosmontes 2 місяці тому +487

    Older voices are so amazing, so beautiful... Thank you for this, Frank.

  • @xShawnzy
    @xShawnzy День тому +1

    You’ve brought tears to my eyes with your beautiful rendition, Mr. Watkinson. Thank you for sharing your gift with us! Love from Toronto. ❤️

  • @_knucklehead
    @_knucklehead 2 місяці тому +821

    Oh my goodness I’m so excited for this cover! It’s such a nice song, and your charm will just add onto it. Thank you Frank! ❤️

  • @soapandbutter
    @soapandbutter 20 днів тому +25

    The same energy as Johnny Cash covering Hurt, I love this so much.

  • @almony0914
    @almony0914 2 місяці тому +379

    You're such a beautiful soul Frank, please never stop singing!❤️

  • @shion5511
    @shion5511 3 дні тому +1

    I’ve got chills. Your cover has so much raw emotions and reminiscence. It’s beautiful music

  • @crisannasutphin6783
    @crisannasutphin6783 Місяць тому +112

    Why does this sounds so heart wrenching yet so beautiful. Brought tears to my eyes and now I’m crying in my work bathroom. I’m never going to forget this video.

  • @Tony_Leigh_Music
    @Tony_Leigh_Music 2 місяці тому +133

    I love how he is able to put so much emotion in his singing

  • @hopeg02
    @hopeg02 26 днів тому +82

    My grandpa has been sick for about a year now, it’s been so long since I’ve heard him speak normally or know what’s going on. Hearing your voice singing reminds me of him before he was sick, thank you.

    • @gorgeousgoddess79
      @gorgeousgoddess79 26 днів тому +6

      Sending your grandpa tons of love and light.

    • @hopeg02
      @hopeg02 25 днів тому +4

      @@gorgeousgoddess79 thank you so much , it means a lot.

    • @tennillej9601
      @tennillej9601 19 днів тому

      Omg this bought tears to my eyes I lost mine years ago 😓 I know the feeling

    • @jetaime1102
      @jetaime1102 15 днів тому

      Sending you and your grandpa lots of love and healing energy. Love from AZ. 💛💛💛

  • @Evorax
    @Evorax 9 днів тому +3

    This man is a gem. Gave this song his meaning and brought so many people together in the comments. Wish him and everyone in the comments the best. You'll so wholesome!!!

  • @seachelle7222
    @seachelle7222 Місяць тому +121

    The first time I ever heard this song it came on the radio as I was leaving my grandfather's house. He just turned 90. I instantly thought of this song as if my grandfather was singing it to me.And this version of you singing is beautiful and brings me to tears ❤

  • @felixgraciajr3051
    @felixgraciajr3051 2 місяці тому +145

    This one hit me in the feels. I hope that woman knows how much you love her.

  • @edwinbartolome9645
    @edwinbartolome9645 2 місяці тому +124

    I love Billie’s original because of the beat and the flair but I love your cover because you made the lyrics and the emotions stand out.

  • @EstherSang-rw9is
    @EstherSang-rw9is 7 днів тому +2

    This made me cry!! He is gifted with an amazing voice and he is very gifted at playing the guitar! May you be blessed with these talents!!

  • @jaydipbishwokarma016
    @jaydipbishwokarma016 25 днів тому +50

    World need this on Spotify and every other music streaming app immediately. He played and sung with such a grace🥹❤️✨

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  25 днів тому +13

      it is.

    • @mrsrockbison
      @mrsrockbison 23 дні тому +2

      @@FrankWatkinson Mr. Watkinson could you please add your Spotify profile link to your UA-cam bio and in the description of your videos? I found it but would make it easier for other people to find it. ❤️ thank you for this cover. It gave a new meaning to the song ❤

  • @mitcht2717
    @mitcht2717 2 місяці тому +168

    [8/26/2024] What a lovely cover! I'm 70 and watching and listening to you makes me think I should have learned guitar and sung for my own enjoyment. But this cover pulls things out of Billie's song that we might not hear listening to Billie - you help me to hear that this really is a great song! And it fits you. You and Billie Eilish (and Finneas) are birds of a feather - MUSIC is how you stick together and the "of a feather" is the covering or the cover you've provided. Terrific. P.S. never seen your name before today.

    • @FrankWatkinson
      @FrankWatkinson  2 місяці тому +46

      I'm not anybody really, that's why you haven't seen my name.

    • @Toeslurper584
      @Toeslurper584 2 місяці тому +38

      @@FrankWatkinson mann, you have almost 1 million subscribers, so i wouldnt say that your "not anybody" keep up the amazing work amd know that you bring a smile to so many peoples faces (: hope you have an amazing time

    • @tyyyy5733
      @tyyyy5733 2 місяці тому +5

      Try learning guitar its never too laye

    • @bernicegoldham1509
      @bernicegoldham1509 Місяць тому +2

      You can still learn! All the encouragement to you, madam! ✊

    • @bernicegoldham1509
      @bernicegoldham1509 Місяць тому +7

      ​@@FrankWatkinson Na. You, sir, are Mr. Frank Watkinson. Somebody who isn't afraid to share what moves you. That's inspiring. 🤘

  • @dreamynoise
    @dreamynoise Місяць тому +86

    this is so genuine, it comes from your soul. hope Billie sees it

  • @plasticspoon839
    @plasticspoon839 8 днів тому +2

    I’m 53 and heard this song on SNL and was immediately impressed. I had never heard Billy Eilish before. It is an amazing song and your version is great and so heart felt. Great job!

  • @ZodiacBoi42
    @ZodiacBoi42 2 місяці тому +182

    Hearing you play brand new songs is so cool. I’m happy to see older people than me enjoy the same songs I do

  • @windowangel
    @windowangel Місяць тому +64

    This feels so haunting yet so gentle. I love the original song but this cover hits so different

  • @BibbleBibble-n9y
    @BibbleBibble-n9y Місяць тому +95

    This is lovely, i love when people carry on with playing music till they get older, it's a blessing to be this talented and passionate about music, it actually made me cry. I love guitar myself and would love to be as good as you some day!! Bless you and your family, and I hope you live a blessed life please do keep singing and playing guitar, we love it!!

  • @JJTheCatLady
    @JJTheCatLady 14 днів тому +4

    I don't know how many times I have watched this video, but what I do know is that this is by far one of my favorite covers of any song 💕

  • @ebug3470
    @ebug3470 2 місяці тому +136

    So many covers imitate the artistic elements that Billie adds- you deliver this song in your own way. A true artist. I never even registered the beauty of the last line of this song until hearing this cover!

  • @BuzziMuzzi
    @BuzziMuzzi 2 місяці тому +134

    Wow this sounds like a Johnny Cash version of this song.. which I could’ve never imagined but its incredible. You are amazing sir, what a special person you are, thank you for sharing your talent on UA-cam!

  • @snobby_lobster
    @snobby_lobster Місяць тому +63

    I suspect that the depth of this absolutely stunning interpretation can only come from a seasoned heart who has lived, lost, and loved. Magnificent. Thank you for this, Frank

  • @DeeAreEeDoubleYou
    @DeeAreEeDoubleYou День тому +1

    I respect that he made the song his own. Love it

  • @brookeniass
    @brookeniass Місяць тому +58

    This is the most beautiful cover of any song I’ve ever heard. I also haven’t cried at the original because of the upbeat melody, but many tears were shed with your rendition. Your voice and inflections on lyrics brings this song into a whole new light. Thank you Frank for sharing your heart with us.

  • @cieraaa22
    @cieraaa22 Місяць тому +57

    Johnny Cash x Billie Ellish vibes !! Love this!

  • @hyundily_0
    @hyundily_0 Місяць тому +77

    This is so calm and healing to me. I think Your voice is as soft as a gentle breeze. Thank you

  • @ChiranthPrashanth
    @ChiranthPrashanth 11 днів тому +5

    I will come back to this after 10 years

  • @merman1147
    @merman1147 2 місяці тому +87

    The cover we didn’t deserve.
    Thanks Frank. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @danielronhovde8323
    @danielronhovde8323 2 місяці тому +64

    These lyrics fit this sound so well

  • @iamthedangerbiznatch
    @iamthedangerbiznatch Місяць тому +50

    Oh dear sir, you're blessed with a beautiful voice and talent to make a song sound more soothing and full of emotions, you seem like a sweet and gentle old man and this video was so wholesome!

  • @jenniferboccuzzio3254
    @jenniferboccuzzio3254 4 дні тому +1

    Never heard or listened to the words of this song until this lovely man decided to sing it. Thank you for opening my eyes & ears... ❤ 👂

  • @aericarodrigues
    @aericarodrigues Місяць тому +40

    Obrigada algoritmo por me recomendar esse vídeo. Que tesouro!! Senhor Frank sua voz é maravilhosa e tão tranquilaa. Obrigada 👏👏👏👏

  • @justyynou
    @justyynou Місяць тому +52

    I'm French 🇨🇵, I'm also learning guitar, I'm NOT AT ALL Billie Eilish but seeing an older person doing covers of "younger" people is really nice to see! Thank you very much sir, keep it up, it's wonderful! 💛

  • @jorge69rpm
    @jorge69rpm 25 днів тому +37

    The answer to "what would happen if we put Billie Eilish and Leonard Cohen in a mixer and add a lot of magic?" I'm in love with this cover!

  • @rnswansong
    @rnswansong День тому

    I am blown away finding your cover...Didn't think there was any one out there that appreciates the lyrics and especially Billy Eilish..ThankGod!! I am 80 so this is a blessed surprise!!!

  • @Sophxa_Official
    @Sophxa_Official Місяць тому +21

    This version makes me more emotional than the first time I heard the song.
    The way he sings, the gentleness in the guitar playing and it’s sang as if the lyrics are actually meant. 😭❤️

  • @thaydyano7968
    @thaydyano7968 Місяць тому +24

    I'm sobbing with his version. I love your cover so much. Thank you for adding more taste to this music.

  • @clarastripe4092
    @clarastripe4092 Місяць тому +40

    I didn’t realize how much I needed this video in my life :’)
    So beautiful, thank you you for being so inspiring❤

  • @ashinshin0123
    @ashinshin0123 10 днів тому +4

    Your voice really touched me 🥹