Best cover of Roads..my absolute favorite song in the world. Beth Gibbons had more feeling in her songs than any other singer in the entire world. And an amazing cover, wonderful job. Beth is the best choice for influence, dont stop.
Exactly, this cover lacks the emotion and pain breathed into every word Beth Gibbons spoke, and smoking cigarettes is completely arbitrary when it comes to the raw emotions of Beth, as she literally cried into the mic with absolute control. It is so natural to its core. This young lady has a great voice, I just have a hard time reading comparisons with Beth when there isn’t even close to one. From the very first note the difference is glaring. This is a new perspective and interpretation of the song. A very beautiful version, nonetheless, but without the grime and innate sorrow of Portishead. To each their own. Great job Hayley Richman, I would never dare take anything away from your obvious talent. Best of luck in the future.
The only thing more beautiful than you is your voice. NEVER stop, the world needs talent like this. Amazing and hauntingly beautiful at the same time. Your dad is awesome as it gets for supporting you in your quest. I expect to see you in a few years on the billboard 100.
Hayley Richman No, thank you for the wonderful songs, let me know when I can come work for you, haha. Roads has always been a very important song in my life and you really kill it in your own way. Shadowboxer or maybe Tonight by Lykke Li next? Keep doing your thing and working hard, with talent like this stardom is inevitable. Much love to you and yours.
I listened and watched. I was hoping that I wouldn't have to stop it mid way through. I was hoping that it wouldn't detract from the soaring emotion of the original. Then, while halfway through, I knew everything was OK. I was certain because I felt the tell tale roll of a tear down my cheek. Beautiful, thank you.
Just . . . Wow. This is easily in the top 10 of my favorite bands/songs, and you owned it. How quickly your voice goes from angelic to sultry is fascinating, you have an incredible talent. I can't wait to check out more
I can not believe how good this girls voice is. I'm in complete awe every time I hear your voice. I've been introduced to a world of great music cause of you. Thank you and your dad for all the hard work. It does not go unnoticed.
Wow!!! Stumbled across this video totally by accident; so glad I did. This girl sounded just like home girl from portishead... woah... mind, blown. Well done indeed. Thank you young lady.
omg!!! i really love the original version, but girl you are freaking awesome!!! what a voice and beauty!!! wish you all the best!!! greets from austria
I was skeptical at first when i clicked the link to this video, because Beth's voice is pretty unique …. now i'm sitting here like wow. Good job young lady.
That's coming from my older brother who was at the Roseland Ballroom, NYC, back in 1997, and saw Portished perform live. He said yours is hands down the best cover he's ever listened. When I clicked "play" and you started singing, the first thing he said while sitting down beside me was "Gee... that's impressive". He was in raptures listening to your voice! So thank you Hayley for the emotions you give us and keep singing!
+Hayley Richman That was awesome & it was particularly great because you stayed loyal to the track. Portishead is like Bjork, deceptively difficult to sing well.
your voice is ethereal.This is an amazing cover... I often choose this version to the original. I personally think your voice shines within this genre, (trip hop) you should try to work out some Phantogram covers; or even work out some original stuff within this style. I definitely support you and your fathers work.
I may be 6 years late to comment but wow, you killed this! I love Portishead and this song in particular. You did it so much justice with this cover. Beautiful, haunting voice. Perfection. Well done!
How are you not getting more likes? This is one of my fave songs, and by God... you've done an AMAZING cover! Love your voice, and how simply it draws a listener in. Keep it up ♡
Oh, can't anybody see We've got a war to fight Never found our way Regardless of what they say How can it feel, this wrong From this moment How can it feel, this wrong Storm, in the morning light I feel No more can I say Frozen to myself I got nobody on my side And surely that ain't right And surely that ain't right Oh, can't anybody see We've got a war to fight Never found our way Regardless of what they say How can it feel, this wrong From this moment How can it feel, this wrong How can it feel, this wrong This moment How can it feel, this wrong Oh, can't anybody see We've got a war to fight Never found our way Regardless of what they say How can it feel, this wrong From this moment How can it feel, this wrong
It's odd to see someone so young that likes Portishead, not to mention seeing someone so young sing it so beautifully. You're amazing, girl. Please don't stop singing.
Seriously your voice is amazing. You are covering some of the best songs not only immaculately but with the correct feeling. I can't say much more. I really hope you manage to get out there! :)
How can it feel, so wrong, to like this cover so much...? :/ If Hayley really understood the sentiment of this song and could put that emotion into it, I think I would cry myself to sleep with this every night. I'll make do with once a week for the time being.
I'd love to hear you record this again with your even further developed voice. This upper register... I want more of it and the chills it runs down my spine
I've been a Portishead fan for years and I've never heard anyone cover her vocal range with such purity. You and your voice are so impressively beautiful. I'm in love!
Luis Gonzalez then you have a journey in time and space back to the early/mid 90's Bristol/England : this track came from the seminal album "sour times " by Portishead (94) . I saw them live in a small (ish) venue in that year and that still remains one of the greatest concerts I have ever seen. But last year (2014) they played a fantastic concert at Glastonbury . So still a potent force 20 years on. I like Hayley and her cover versions but Beth Gibbons is such a "soulful" performer live (more so than on record maybe) and this is the quality that a very young singer will struggle to equal when covering a brilliant "atmospheric " song like this.
I like not only this cover performance. The room, colection of records and music equipment is also kind of nice. Sound must sounds great when you put inside CD and listen to this electrostatics speakers
Best cover of Roads..my absolute favorite song in the world. Beth Gibbons had more feeling in her songs than any other singer in the entire world. And an amazing cover, wonderful job. Beth is the best choice for influence, dont stop.
There’s one better than this one
No one can outdo Beth Gibbons, but you're voice is pretty dang good. keep it up.
Exactly, this cover lacks the emotion and pain breathed into every word Beth Gibbons spoke, and smoking cigarettes is completely arbitrary when it comes to the raw emotions of Beth, as she literally cried into the mic with absolute control. It is so natural to its core.
This young lady has a great voice, I just have a hard time reading comparisons with Beth when there isn’t even close to one. From the very first note the difference is glaring.
This is a new perspective and interpretation of the song. A very beautiful version, nonetheless, but without the grime and innate sorrow of Portishead. To each their own. Great job Hayley Richman, I would never dare take anything away from your obvious talent. Best of luck in the future.
Lisa hannnigan does a good job.
Check out Lisa Hannigan's cover. it's mind-blowing.
One of the best songs on the internet, play this every few months and being the New Year need to hear it today. All the best.
This PORTISHEAD cover really gets me excited to hear what you are capable of musically. Fantastic work!
Getting goosebumps. Wow! You put so much soul in that cover. Very nice!
Wow, this means a lot to me especially coming from a fan of the original version .. very encouraging and I truly appreciate it! :')
i still wait you cover portishead again
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Amazing
😮 you're amazing
its wierd i come back to this song once every year. awesome
The only thing more beautiful than you is your voice. NEVER stop, the world needs talent like this. Amazing and hauntingly beautiful at the same time. Your dad is awesome as it gets for supporting you in your quest. I expect to see you in a few years on the billboard 100.
cameljoe212 Wow, this made my day - thanks so much x
Hayley Richman No, thank you for the wonderful songs, let me know when I can come work for you, haha. Roads has always been a very important song in my life and you really kill it in your own way. Shadowboxer or maybe Tonight by Lykke Li next? Keep doing your thing and working hard, with talent like this stardom is inevitable. Much love to you and yours.
I listened and watched. I was hoping that I wouldn't have to stop it mid way through. I was hoping that it wouldn't detract from the soaring emotion of the original. Then, while halfway through, I knew everything was OK. I was certain because I felt the tell tale roll of a tear down my cheek. Beautiful, thank you.
Nailed it! Great cover..great discovery!! *clicks 'save to playlists'* This is exactly how to do it...well done Hayley!!
Your Portefolio is super! Love the songs & your Voice !!! Top, dont stop músic is life
Just . . . Wow. This is easily in the top 10 of my favorite bands/songs, and you owned it. How quickly your voice goes from angelic to sultry is fascinating, you have an incredible talent. I can't wait to check out more
Yıllardır bu parçayı dinliyorum,seni ilk defa dinledim harikasın barılar dilerim...
Heart-achingly beautiful!
I can not believe how good this girls voice is. I'm in complete awe every time I hear your voice. I've been introduced to a world of great music cause of you. Thank you and your dad for all the hard work. It does not go unnoticed.
Wow!!! Stumbled across this video totally by accident; so glad I did. This girl sounded just like home girl from portishead... woah... mind, blown. Well done indeed. Thank you young lady.
Such an amazing voice for being so young!!! however, Beth possesses that haunting voice that will send chill down your spinal cord. Keep on singing...
Really showcases how incredible your voice and singing are. I was blown away.
Great work both of you! Your dad and you! Wonderful cover, beautiful voice.
Thank you, Hayley!
Greetings from Argentina!
Superb, and I've been listening to Portishead since they began.
Pitch perfect from start to finish... Astonishing! You go girl!
This is just magical.
Omg you sing like an angel!♡
Saying you have an amazing voice is such an understatement! Portishead is one of my all time faves so I'm often hesitant to listen to covers, but wow!
Bang bang, literally watching this with my jaw dropped. Most excellent.
omg!!! i really love the original version, but girl you are freaking awesome!!! what a voice and beauty!!! wish you all the best!!!
greets from austria
I was skeptical at first when i clicked the link to this video, because Beth's voice is pretty unique …. now i'm sitting here like wow. Good job young lady.
Your singing just blew my mind, you are very talented. Angel's music, so beautiful.
OMG! One of my favorite songs and u did such amazing job. I'm crying happy tears.
You have one of the most beautiful voices I have heard.
You sound like heaven.
Just.....perfect and different!!! A new favorite!!!
I can't say I've heard of you before, but that cover was something else. Such a wonderful voice, you've just gained a new fan, congrats!
I rarely comment on a video, but you my dear took my breath away. I am a huge Portishad fan. Please, do everyone a favor and keep singing.
I’ve subscribed awhile ago but I always come back to this song... I love it. I love the voice behind it.
Hayley Richman good coverage !! I realized that you do it with passion , I hope you keep it up .
Absolutely perfect Hayley. Couldn't be any better!
That's coming from my older brother who was at the Roseland Ballroom, NYC, back in 1997, and saw Portished perform live. He said yours is hands down the best cover he's ever listened. When I clicked "play" and you started singing, the first thing he said while sitting down beside me was "Gee... that's impressive". He was in raptures listening to your voice! So thank you Hayley for the emotions you give us and keep singing!
good job, your taste in music is superb, radiohead, portishead, neil young, all great stuff
I've been a huge portishead fan since the mid 90's and this is the best cover I have ever heard of any of their songs hands down.
how are you not world famous yet?
my wife and I love your voice. beautiful, your originals and remakes are awesome been listening to you for over a year. lovely singing.
+Robert Simon thank you guys for the support! :)
Can't believe you took time to answer a couple fans. Thanks Hayley. Keep on singing expect to hear you on radio ;-)
+Hayley Richman That was awesome & it was particularly great because you stayed loyal to the track. Portishead is like Bjork, deceptively difficult to sing well.
I love this cover!
wow, really good! My favorite song of all time, you did it justice.
Holy crap this is good. I mainly just listened to a few of this girl's Radiohead covers and left it playing. This came on and now I'm hooked!
Thank you, makes me so happy to hear :)
desde argentina te sigo sigo siempre, sos una cantante muy especial y sensible, espero alguna vez escucharte en vivo!!!!!!
your voice is ethereal.This is an amazing cover... I often choose this version to the original. I personally think your voice shines within this genre, (trip hop) you should try to work out some Phantogram covers; or even work out some original stuff within this style. I definitely support you and your fathers work.
+Ross Duffett thanks for the support!!
Dude what the fuck are you talking about?
Lmao this guy
+Boris de Beste I dont know why, but your comments arent showing up on here. but i am getting emails that you've replied. weird.
really? she is sucking at showing emotion in her covers...
i cant believe it's live. it's just amazing!!!
I love watching her videos-she looks so clean along with that room she's in. oh and her covers are beautiful (:
I really really appreciate the fact you love singing "portishead" and you do it very well. It's nice to listen you.
Wow ! Your amazing ! I can listen to you all day.
Great Memorys with this Song. You have a Voice
You are seriously amazing, I love this song
Beautiful! Your voice is so lovely! You should have so much more recognition!
Just discovered this. Absolutely superb. Well done.
I may be 6 years late to comment but wow, you killed this! I love Portishead and this song in particular. You did it so much justice with this cover. Beautiful, haunting voice. Perfection. Well done!
wow! stunning cover. Fantastic voice. Love it!
You must have cool parents to like such good music ;)
Four Chair Turn right here. Brilliant and soulful!
My favorite of your covers! They're all great but I Absolutely love this one!
How are you not getting more likes? This is one of my fave songs, and by God... you've done an AMAZING cover! Love your voice, and how simply it draws a listener in. Keep it up ♡
Espectacular... no hay mas palabras...
Oh, can't anybody see
We've got a war to fight
Never found our way
Regardless of what they say
How can it feel, this wrong
From this moment
How can it feel, this wrong
Storm, in the morning light
I feel
No more can I say
Frozen to myself
I got nobody on my side
And surely that ain't right
And surely that ain't right
Oh, can't anybody see
We've got a war to fight
Never found our way
Regardless of what they say
How can it feel, this wrong
From this moment
How can it feel, this wrong
How can it feel, this wrong
This moment
How can it feel, this wrong
Oh, can't anybody see
We've got a war to fight
Never found our way
Regardless of what they say
How can it feel, this wrong
From this moment
How can it feel, this wrong
Once again another excellent performance, your voice is amazing.
You're literally covering all my favourite songs, I love you
i really don't know why you don't have more view...hell i really don't know why you aren't some huge star right now. simply amazing
Only just heard yr version , love it it's softer ,yr a diamond. And I downloaded yr version.x
It's odd to see someone so young that likes Portishead, not to mention seeing someone so young sing it so beautifully. You're amazing, girl. Please don't stop singing.
Wow so ethereal, enchanting such a gift
Omg girl your voice is unbelievable! I felt it from the tip of my toes to the top of my head it's so beautiful and powerful at the same time*
I adore this song and your cover is amazing
your voice is fantastic! good choice of song!
Very good and touching voice Haylay, And a damn good taste in music. I wish u best for ur future!
Seriously your voice is amazing. You are covering some of the best songs not only immaculately but with the correct feeling. I can't say much more. I really hope you manage to get out there! :)
Simply amazing! Thanks for sharing
Wow. Absoultly beautiful. My new morning and evening anthem.
Great cover! Saw your Radioheaad covers and thought they were fantastic.
Very lovely!
How can it feel, so wrong, to like this cover so much...? :/
If Hayley really understood the sentiment of this song and could put that emotion into it, I think I would cry myself to sleep with this every night. I'll make do with once a week for the time being.
Robert Cooper only Beth can do that.
you have covered most of my favourite songs and sang them perfectly
This was a beautiful portishead cover, I shed a tear. Thank you.
INSALUTARI Δ Thanks so much x
Woooow such a beautiful voice! You are very talented *-*
just listened to portishead live. your version blows it out of the water. amazing control :-)
I'd love to hear you record this again with your even further developed voice. This upper register... I want more of it and the chills it runs down my spine
Nice control of your voice, you do great changes between notes and switching between voicing. Big ups!!!!!!
You are Amazing and i love that song!
Just brilliant! You've got an amazing voice. Thanks Hayley for this awesome track. X
I've been a Portishead fan for years and I've never heard anyone cover her vocal range with such purity. You and your voice are so impressively beautiful. I'm in love!
I've never heard this song before but your unbelievable cover has definitely made me want to check out the band.
Aaaaaand The Sneaker Pimps.. the genre is called trip-hop.. so far ahead of Its time.
Luis Gonzalez then you have a journey in time and space back to the early/mid 90's Bristol/England : this track came from the seminal album "sour times " by Portishead (94) .
I saw them live in a small (ish) venue in that year and that still remains one of the greatest concerts I have ever seen. But last year (2014) they played a fantastic concert at Glastonbury . So still a potent force 20 years on.
I like Hayley and her cover versions but Beth Gibbons is such a "soulful" performer live (more so than on record maybe) and this is the quality that a very young singer will struggle to equal when covering a brilliant "atmospheric " song like this.
WOW!!!....You almost made me tear up. Great job
I like not only this cover performance. The room, colection of records and music equipment is also kind of nice. Sound must sounds great when you put inside CD and listen to this electrostatics speakers
Awesome Job !! the voice is just amazing.. keep up the good work...
I was really hoping that you would cover this song.. this is amazing!!!
I dont usually comment on vids on youtube or any other site, but can't resist for this one. What a lovely voice! :) amazing cover
Thank you, I appreciate it :)
truly, your voice is most definitely something else
Very authentic and very nice
love your voice!!
Never heard of Portishead, but i instantly love it thanks to you!
You've got some Amazing talent! And a wicked set of vocals!
what a lovely voice you have! Job well done!!!
Beautiful. My favorite genre and track from Dummy, one of the best albums ever made.