I NEVER thought anyone could do justice to a cover of this song, but you have. Well done, sir. you've stripped it right down to its heart. If I had the power, I would invent a whole radio format just for this version of the song, lol.
I was listening to the British version because it's one of my beginning of spring/summer feel good songs. It always spins me back to times that didn't seem so complicated. I listened to Anthony's version and Wow! Loved it so much I dedicated to someone going through it...funny his name is also Anthony. This one's for you.
Never heard this song before before today....i was at the store getting a few things and the original was playing on the store speakers....i was like whoa i like this! So i listened to the words and typed in ...." to be human after all" and i found it and listened to it and i was like man this would make a dope soul cover so i searched to see if someone did it and bam there it was. Im in love with this song now! On repeat at the moment!
Anthony David you are AMAZING!!! I love your voice especially the peace I feel when I hear your voice. Thank you for the music. Side note: when I saw you unexpectedly in "Chasin dem Blues" it made the play beyond perfect. Namaste.
I despise covers. I hate when some people think they can do better or alter the song from its original format. But this.........is an exception....Bravo my friend
I don't understand why people hate 'covers'....its almost exclusively something in pop/rock/r&B worlds; this weird contempt for re-working someone elses material. In jazz, classical, reggae, and various other genres its either fairly common, or even (in the case of jazz and symphonies) practically expected. As long as someone does their thing with the tune, it doesn't have to be competitive, just expressive.
Yes, I am replying to your three year old comment, because it made my skin crawl. Most musicians do not cover a song to jack themselves off or try to present themselves as better than the original artist. They cover a song because they like it and enjoy performing it. I'm sorry nobody likes your go-to shit version of "House of the Rising Sun" when you do open mic nights.
I guarantee there are choices you love and didn't realise they are covers.. an example would be Killing Me Softly .. it's a cover. You are thinking "I know the Fugees version is a cover of the Roberta Flack classic". But I am saying the Roberta Flack version is a cover. That isn't the only. There are a bunch.
Why are people comparing this to the original. They are both beautiful. The original has more instruments and this is just one man one guitar. They are both amazing.
Funkmaster K I have actually, I just prefer this one. Never assume that just because someone doesn't share your opinion that they must not have had the listening opportunities that you've had.
I heard this song in a Walgreens and was stumbling tryna type in the lyrics on Google......he had me at the first 20 seconds and I heard them guitar strings I was sold.....made me wanna step in the Aisle
This is hands down one of the best covers of ANY song I have EVER heard. He respected the original but made it his own. This dude should be more famous.
Eversince I heard Words with India Arie.,...who basically helped..put him on by giving him the opportunity to tour with her as a background singer ....I grew up loving New Wave music from the 80's ...that came from the UK....mainly...he killed this...and showed his versatility !
My compliments! Very sweetly done, indeed. I obsessed over this song for roughly 9 years before finally setting out to discover who recorded it. I think Level 42 would be pleased with this rendering.
OMG, This version by Anthony David is sooooo Wonderful, I love this artist soooooooo much. I could listen to that melodious voice 24/7! God bless him....
Just saw this brotha last night in Santa Monica at Angels, he was truly wonderful. Its a small venue so that always makes the evening special. Thumbs up to the gentleman who accompanied Anthony on guitar, he was the most with his facial expressions from feeling the groove, I felt him. Special night. Check out his new album, he performed some of those songs and they are hot!!!!!!!
This song is my get happy song..and this version made me feel and actually listen 2 the beautiful lyrics that r exactly what I want my guy 2 hear....so tomm I'm gonna learn this song on my guitar and hopefully surprise him ;-)
OMG!!!! One of my all-time favorites from Level 42. I actually bought Level 42's CD just for this song. I believe that your version is now my favorite :-) I'm singing the background vocals as I listen to yours.
This is a classic and I love how you've transformed it. I love the original version, but the lyrics get lost behind the background vocals and electronic effects. I think it was made to be sung this way!! Great job!
this version is one of my fave versions. he has talent beyond means. people definitely sleep on this brotha right here. this version surely proves that he has talent. you cant get this kind of talent just listening to the radio nowadays!!!! thanks for posting. i come up here to hear this song all the time!!!!!
SOULFUL SENDS CHILLS THROUGH MY SPINE. YALL THIS TYPE OF SOUL IS WHAT GOT US OVA!! ANTHONY DAVIDS VOCALS GET ME THRU MY ROUGHEST, MOST STRESSFUL OF DAYS.... SO YOU GOT TO KNOW THAT HIS GIFT IS GOOOOD!
I'm a huge fan of the original by Level 42, but this guy does such a nice unplugged job that I can't possibly hate on him. GO ANTHONY!!!!!!!
This song is so beautiful stripped back. Unique and moving interpretation. Talented guy.
this was a perfect way to do a cover. you could for sure recognize the song, but he put his touch and spin to it. i thought it was genius
Awesomeness
The best adaptation I have ever heard, hands down.
This dude should be a star.
He is
He is
I NEVER thought anyone could do justice to a cover of this song, but you have. Well done, sir. you've stripped it right down to its heart. If I had the power, I would invent a whole radio format just for this version of the song, lol.
love ....it...that raspy...ness...truth....all of that in this man...great cover...
muthlr
Omg….just found this in 2024….amazing, Ty!
As much as I love the Original by Level 42, I connect more with this soulful rendition.
Love this man's voice soul and just every thing about him!!
perfection.
Anthony David is the truth!!!
15 years ago! Wow! Brilliant!
I was listening to the British version because it's one of my beginning of spring/summer feel good songs. It always spins me back to times that didn't seem so complicated. I listened to Anthony's version and Wow! Loved it so much I dedicated to someone going through it...funny his name is also Anthony. This one's for you.
Take a second to give this song a like. Truly one of the greatest acoustic covers of all time
I LOVE BOTH VERSIONS
So good.. I cried.. Thank you Anthony xx
Woody Woodpecker Yea I know right !?
Very nice. A timeless classic sung by a real singing voice.
I love this song classic and a beauty..never get tired of hearing it.
I'm a huge Level 42 fan (off to see them at Llandudno, Wales, in October), and this cover is mint! x
Awesome, damn I love Anthony. David voice. Wholesome and goodness!!!!!
I'm loving this, the lyrics are so much more beautiful, appreciated & pronounced acoustically.
Best Cover Ever to one of my favorite songs
Never heard this song before before today....i was at the store getting a few things and the original was playing on the store speakers....i was like whoa i like this! So i listened to the words and typed in ...." to be human after all" and i found it and listened to it and i was like man this would make a dope soul cover so i searched to see if someone did it and bam there it was. Im in love with this song now! On repeat at the moment!
OMG! This is the first time I have heard Anthony David's acoustic version. Perfection!!!!
well done. love him and his voice always does something special to me .
This is what this beautiful song from my childhood was supposed to sound like ❤️ thank you
Anthony David you are AMAZING!!! I love your voice especially the peace I feel when I hear your voice. Thank you for the music.
Side note: when I saw you unexpectedly in "Chasin dem Blues" it made the play beyond perfect.
Namaste.
Beautiful rendition!
I despise covers. I hate when some people think they can do better or alter the song from its original format.
But this.........is an exception....Bravo my friend
Same here!!!
Khizar Muhammad i agree he did this very very well
I don't understand why people hate 'covers'....its almost exclusively something in pop/rock/r&B worlds; this weird contempt for re-working someone elses material. In jazz, classical, reggae, and various other genres its either fairly common, or even (in the case of jazz and symphonies) practically expected. As long as someone does their thing with the tune, it doesn't have to be competitive, just expressive.
Yes, I am replying to your three year old comment, because it made my skin crawl. Most musicians do not cover a song to jack themselves off or try to present themselves as better than the original artist. They cover a song because they like it and enjoy performing it. I'm sorry nobody likes your go-to shit version of "House of the Rising Sun" when you do open mic nights.
I guarantee there are choices you love and didn't realise they are covers.. an example would be Killing Me Softly .. it's a cover.
You are thinking "I know the Fugees version is a cover of the Roberta Flack classic". But I am saying the Roberta Flack version is a cover. That isn't the only. There are a bunch.
I stumbled here accidentally, he's pretty fucking good :)
Thank the universe for UA-cam 🍻
Perfectly welded what made both the 80s and 90s great . . 80s Original background track music with 90s smooth R&B vocals
Exceptional
When it sounds this good solo, you know it's a good song.
Why are people comparing this to the original. They are both beautiful. The original has more instruments and this is just one man one guitar. They are both amazing.
TUNE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sultry,gravelly,distinctive voice.
Reminds me of Seal.
I'm loving this BIG TIME!!!!!!!
yes....hes great...and I am a huge seal fan...
Yvonne Nontandokazikayiseomkhulu Mguni Yeeeessss!!
Looooooove this, love him, love the Original too. This is Outstanding
Definitely the hands down best acoustic cover of this song that I've ever heard.
well then you haven't heard level 42 OWN acoustic version
I heard hit while it was good this one is much better
Funkmaster K I have actually, I just prefer this one. Never assume that just because someone doesn't share your opinion that they must not have had the listening opportunities that you've had.
I love his soulful sound and the guitar is such a smooth touch
it allows u to hear his voice
Years later and David Anthony's cover of Level 42's "Something About You" hits different.. Love his unique version ❤💜❤✨✨
I love this
Love it 😍🔥. One of my favs, and of all people, his voice is perfect for this cover.
great!! you can hear the SOUL in this song...If you couldn't hear it in the original!! SWEET!
Always come to this after listening to my fave Level 42 song. Just love it.
Beautiful! Level 42 is one of my favorite bands. You nailed this one. I love your voice!
Bruh thanks for giving it the Soul✊🏾it needs oh so bad real talk 🤌🏾💯🫡
I could listen to this so much!
I heard this song in a Walgreens and was stumbling tryna type in the lyrics on Google......he had me at the first 20 seconds and I heard them guitar strings I was sold.....made me wanna step in the Aisle
Same here, mane... I heard this song in Walgreens. I had to pull out my phone and Shazam it
Charlie Moon I work at Walgreens and I heard this version today and fell in love now here I am 💁🏽♀️
My sister heard it at Walgreens too!!! Then she introduced it to me! Small world!
Same here! Just now!
yup me too when I went on a trip to Kenosha, Wisconsin.
His voice is so fucking amazing! I can't deal!
WOW Mister !! Just wow.
Totally different and perfectly amazing!
I’ve been looking for this version… Love his voice
my favorite version of this song
who the f*** gives a thumbs down to a sweet jam like this... Very nice AD. Beautiful.
I hope he's still playing out there! Great performance!
goose bumps every time he sings, unreal
I loooooooove his voice!!! It’s music for the soul! I’m a huge fan💚💚💚💚 So underrated!
This never gets old :-)
Great Cover! the Song is an amazing song as it is and Mr. David performed this beautifully :)
This is hands down one of the best covers of ANY song I have EVER heard. He respected the original but made it his own. This dude should be more famous.
Wow! Fair play, this is an awesome cover.
Dope!!!!
What a beautiful, soulful twist on a classic!
Eversince I heard Words with India Arie.,...who basically helped..put him on by giving him the opportunity to tour with her as a background singer ....I grew up loving New Wave music from the 80's ...that came from the UK....mainly...he killed this...and showed his versatility !
Crazy to think this chap played at Hideaway in Streatham,and I live 2 mins from there..and I missed him..shucks.come back Soon sir.
My compliments! Very sweetly done, indeed. I obsessed over this song for roughly 9 years before finally setting out to discover who recorded it. I think Level 42 would be pleased with this rendering.
OMG, This version by Anthony David is sooooo Wonderful, I love this artist soooooooo much. I could listen to that melodious voice 24/7! God bless him....
Just saw this brotha last night in Santa Monica at Angels, he was truly wonderful. Its a small venue so that always makes the evening special. Thumbs up to the gentleman who accompanied Anthony on guitar, he was the most with his facial expressions from feeling the groove, I felt him. Special night. Check out his new album, he performed some of those songs and they are hot!!!!!!!
Awesome interpretation…love that you didn’t just give us another duplication like so many people do.
Its what gives our babies breath aannnndd!!! Bro!!
He said that already
So beautiful and so grateful for his artistic gift to the world through this immortal melody and lyrics.
This song is my get happy song..and this version made me feel and actually listen 2 the beautiful lyrics that r exactly what I want my guy 2 hear....so tomm I'm gonna learn this song on my guitar and hopefully surprise him ;-)
This is the best cover of this song I ave ever heard. He should record it. Loved It!
I loathe covers and adore The greatest "British funk band.." that is Level 42,but this is bloody fabulous!!!!
Simply beautiful
This is wild. A great song from my childhood, and I also love Anthony David! Such a weird amazing mix.
Beautiful cover! Always loved this song. He really brings the lyrics to life.
OMG!!!! One of my all-time favorites from Level 42. I actually bought Level 42's CD just for this song. I believe that your version is now my favorite :-) I'm singing the background vocals as I listen to yours.
I bought it on vinyl back then...LOL
Love level 42 but this is an amazing version...
This is a classic and I love how you've transformed it. I love the original version, but the lyrics get lost behind the background vocals and electronic effects. I think it was made to be sung this way!! Great job!
So talented, so handsome💯💕
Love at first sound. i could listen to Anthony sing all day and all night. True talen at it's best. I'm loving it!
Love it within the first 10 seconds. This is one of my favorite songs ever. Have such a huge crush on Mike Lindup.
Just beautiful...I adore Level 42 and Anthony did a wonderful cover...Such a lovely melody...I so miss real music...
Brilliant cover! Voice is perfect and great groove!
Wonderful 😎🎧💝 This song is CLASSIC!!! 🎧🎷
this version is one of my fave versions. he has talent beyond means. people definitely sleep on this brotha right here. this version surely proves that he has talent. you cant get this kind of talent just listening to the radio nowadays!!!! thanks for posting. i come up here to hear this song all the time!!!!!
My favorite 80's song ever and he totally took this to the next level!
This is amazing. Very talented. Very inspirational. Great job 😁
Beautiful voice, great groove, nice dynamics, lovely sound. Perfect!
I have always loved this song, and I love me some Anthony David!
Flawless!:-) love this version!
This is absolutely beautiful!!! I loved it so much when Level 42 did it...and I really love it now!!
Fantastic! 👏👏👏 Our greetings from São Paulo City, Brazil 😁👏😁👏
To quote many a reality judge...
You made that song your own!
RESPECT :)
Bro, I still listen to this song every single day! You thought I was kidding on Instagram! Put this out!
I really appreciate good quality music and Anthony David produces that soulful sound.
In love! What an awesome cover.
one of my many favorite 80's songs. Nice performance of it!!!
I can't like this enough.
Love his music. He has an authentic voice. One of my favorite 80's tunes.
SOULFUL SENDS CHILLS THROUGH MY SPINE. YALL THIS TYPE OF SOUL IS WHAT GOT US OVA!! ANTHONY DAVIDS VOCALS GET ME THRU MY ROUGHEST, MOST STRESSFUL OF DAYS.... SO YOU GOT TO KNOW THAT HIS GIFT IS GOOOOD!