@@akramer46 He was a local musician in Christchurch New Zealand. Beautiful voice live, excellent guitarist and very underrated. Sadly he passed away due to health complications. Very missed and very loved. Rest in peace Frank! ❤
First off, my condolences to the family of mrjakes12, I listen to his version all the time. Every time with the volume all the way up. I didn't know you but your cover plays weekly in my house. Thank you for this amazing cover sir.
Hello Anthony, I just came across this incredible cover by "mrjakes12" It was on my recommended list probably because I covered it also. First of all to you, his family and friends, my heart-felt condolences. With talent like he had, he'll probably keep the Angels entertained for an eternity This is such a beautiful and original cover of an amazing composition by Tom Waits. R.I.P mrjakes12. Take care, Anthony - Leo
Oh my God. My brother in music. I’m awake listening to you and just saw in the comments that you have left us. You are beautiful and I will pray for you and the ones you’ve left behind. God bless you and see you soon. We’ll play guitars and sign. See ya soon❤️
Wow! This will be my go to from now on.....after listening to so many versions and declaring that this one or that one was my favourite. So beautifully rendered. ❤️❤️
PHENOMENAL job, man. I'm a huge Tom Waits fan, and I love this cover. Tom has such a distinct voice...you really do it justice without ripping it off or sounding cheesy. Straight to my favorites!
as with lots of songs I always hear the cover first and so I heard the Stewart first and loved it and that version will always remind me of my teenage years.
outstanding cover of a great song, mrjakes12! in my opinion Tom Waits Song have to be sung with a big portion of desperation and roughness...which you put in perfectly. I would love to hear some more Waits ballads from you. thanks for that jewel
@@anthonymclaughlin6164thank you for being in his life is the least i can say from behind a computer screen. Your friend was and still is a talented man.
@diazbass14 THankyou, I know what you mean about the Stewart version, I think its a great song & I actually started playing it in an acoustic duo with a beautiful singer her name is Aoife Carbin & I really liked the way she performend the song, so I guess I was influenced by her version most of all, thanks for the comment
Got to say, I often avoid Tom Waits covers because so many of them just go badly wrong or were ill-advised to begin with. (I'm having flashbacks - not pleasant ones - of Paul Young's cover of 'Soldier's Things'). This is great, though. Beautiful guitar tone, loads of skill & a very distinctive voice, hinting at Waits' sour mash growl but never imitating it. Thanks for doing it.
Soooo good. Do you prefer Waits or Stewart version? I like the Waits one, I think Stewart made a plastic version. Not bad, but he doesn't represent Waits' feelings with his cover.
This is flat out, the best version of this Tom waits classic, I’ve ever heard!
Gutted to find the lads passed away. Love to his family.
Rest in peace, buddy. Best cover I've ever heard of Tom Waits. Entertain the heavens with your voice. Thank you
One of the most beautiful versions of this beautiful song that I have ever heard.
I liked this video years ago and still I find it one of the most beautiful covers ever. Cant believe he passed away. So sad...
How do you know he passed away? who was he?
@@akramer46 He was a local musician in Christchurch New Zealand. Beautiful voice live, excellent guitarist and very underrated. Sadly he passed away due to health complications. Very missed and very loved. Rest in peace Frank! ❤
First off, my condolences to the family of mrjakes12, I listen to his version all the time. Every time with the volume all the way up. I didn't know you but your cover plays weekly in my house. Thank you for this amazing cover sir.
Still here :) thanks for leaving us this
Stunning. Sadder to hear that he passed away. His music will live on forever.
Hello Anthony, I just came across this incredible cover by "mrjakes12" It was on my recommended list probably because I covered it also.
First of all to you, his family and friends, my heart-felt condolences. With talent like he had, he'll probably keep the Angels entertained for an eternity
This is such a beautiful and original cover of an amazing composition by Tom Waits. R.I.P mrjakes12. Take care, Anthony - Leo
Incredible, heartfelt rendition. RIP sir, you were a very talented, passionate musician.
Oh my God. My brother in music. I’m awake listening to you and just saw in the comments that you have left us. You are beautiful and I will pray for you and the ones you’ve left behind. God bless you and see you soon. We’ll play guitars and sign. See ya soon❤️
Wow! This will be my go to from now on.....after listening to so many versions and declaring that this one or that one was my favourite. So beautifully rendered. ❤️❤️
Great Song, Great Voice. Thank you
❤️ How is it possible I’ve never heard this before?!? His cover touched my soul and I got sad, almost emotional, when I read he passed away...
I forgot about the song thank you I love this song.
How did J Bieber go viral and not unbelievable musicians like this man?
Wow! What a great cover! Prefer this not only to any other cover I've heard but also the original!!! Fantastic!!!
This got me in tears pfff 😭 Best cover of this song ever . Rest in piece my friend ❤ 🙏
Incredible version. Thankyou.
Gorgeous!❤
This is gotta be the best cover that does the original justice.
Love your style man. Gorgeous!
PHENOMENAL job, man. I'm a huge Tom Waits fan, and I love this cover. Tom has such a distinct voice...you really do it justice without ripping it off or sounding cheesy. Straight to my favorites!
hauntingly beautiful, sad to hear he passed away RIP sir
What a great version! Well done.
Hands down the BEST version I've ever heard of this song. Wow Mr. Jake you nailed it brother, thank you.
Excellent 🤩
Best cover of this song I have ever seen 👍👍👍
Fantastic voice!
*HE COULDVE BEEN A STAR*
Great energy! Awesome voice for a Tom Waits cover.
Thank you that means alot
Soulful, great song well covered.
His voice is so amazing.
as with lots of songs I always hear the cover first and so I heard the Stewart first and loved it and that version will always remind me of my teenage years.
..with one Word...w h o w....very beautiful..you touch my ♥..amazing Voice..many thanks for this...you make my Evening;-)
Frank, just superb to hear you again - I miss you man.
Neil
Maravillosa interpretación 👏👍👏👍👏👍👍
This is just beautiful, great.
This is outstanding!! Truly amazing effort!
Thank you
You've got a great voice brother! Got soul!!!!
I am glad I stumbled on this cover. It is great!
such a beautiful cover!
Powerful voice and beautiful music!
Bravo!
Buddy, this is sincerely amazing!!!!!
Thanks man
outstanding cover of a great song, mrjakes12!
in my opinion Tom Waits Song have to be sung with a big portion of desperation and roughness...which you put in perfectly.
I would love to hear some more Waits ballads from you. thanks for that jewel
Thank you so much
Sadly mrjakes12 passed away yesterday. RIP
Sad to hear, RIP
Damn. May he RIP
Where did you find this about? Just discovered his music he is just phenomenal.
@@charlespc8855 he was my best mate
@@anthonymclaughlin6164thank you for being in his life is the least i can say from behind a computer screen. Your friend was and still is a talented man.
Wow, what a voice!
Muy bueno 👏👏👏
Pretty amazing man!! Keep it up!!
That's a great, great cover.
Excellent
Love it mate! Especially seeing as you have made it your own and not tried to do the Tom Waits vocals! 👍
Bossed it mate 👌👌
Thank you for the insperation!
Dejas el corazón en la canción
Suena como si fuera de 12 cuerdas!
very cool .....like it
wau!!!!! just awsome.
Man, this is great!
Sounds like red dead redemption voice. Love it
such a good cover, man!
Great job sir!
Amazing!!! Congrats!
great version of this song.
ihatethinkingofaname
Awesome
@diazbass14 THankyou, I know what you mean about the Stewart version, I think its a great song & I actually started playing it in an acoustic duo with a beautiful singer her name is Aoife Carbin & I really liked the way she performend the song, so I guess I was influenced by her version most of all, thanks for the comment
just great.-)
Well done!
great job
@sevenender Thankyu so much!
......guitar and voice are sooo good.......I see we have 3 tone deaf persons,,,,,,,,
thank you very much, happy most listeners enjoyed the song
Marian Mc ELeney 4 now lol
Does anyone know anything about mrjakes12? Who is (was) he? Any biopic info appreciated... Thanx
Got to say, I often avoid Tom Waits covers because so many of them just go badly wrong or were ill-advised to begin with. (I'm having flashbacks - not pleasant ones - of Paul Young's cover of 'Soldier's Things'). This is great, though. Beautiful guitar tone, loads of skill & a very distinctive voice, hinting at Waits' sour mash growl but never imitating it. Thanks for doing it.
Thank you for your kind comments, I was actually influenced heavily by Rod Stewards version in this interpretation
If I have to listen to a cover version then it's this one
Soooo good. Do you prefer Waits or Stewart version? I like the Waits one, I think Stewart made a plastic version. Not bad, but he doesn't represent Waits' feelings with his cover.
We will miss you
hell thats good
sehr geil, look for another one on wolfnheier
prima...mit herz
Excellent!What Video Editor and what audio editor did you use?
@TheFaintofHearts Due, thankyou so much, I love this tune
@seymoun Miss you man, musics not the same without you x
Unfucking real sir! That sounded great!
@violeirosurbanos Thankyou, I love your music also !
@sevenender thankyou
RIP.
@samdew thankyou
@moremojo Thankyou!
Isto nao se parece com coisa alguma ! Ainda tem que beber muita cerveja e fumar muitos cigarros p`ra chegar aos calcanhares do sr.Tom Waits !
@MrBicanek1
Himym
How I met your mother?
mrjakes12 browhy so slo