Live acoustic version of Dr. Hook's Syliva's mother done by Bon Jovi. 14 november 2003 at borgata hotel. You can see a live version by Dr. Hook here: • Video
They werent trying to top Dr Hook, they were simply paying homage to a great jewel of a song.
@bigfootcock
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Shel Siverstien
@GothicaBeauty
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly, JBJ did an excellent cover of the classic Dr Hook song.
@antonkider7360
2 жыл бұрын
Wise words Dave
@kelly-kx2io
2 жыл бұрын
They lacked the emotion of the of the original.
@alanpendragon1316
Жыл бұрын
@@kelly-kx2io Dennis Locorriere sounds like he's about to cry while singing the song. This sounds so off ,emotionally, that it ruins the lyrics with a dry delivery
@selena12237
12 жыл бұрын
I grew up with parents that worshiped "Dr. Hook". This is a great replay with modern sound to it. I love it!
@dawidherrmann7265
5 ай бұрын
OK I am the parent Its OK
@Beenana9
14 жыл бұрын
This is a great version!!! Dr. Hook is great, but Bon Jovi did a very good job of this. Very good.
@motherfrog19
11 жыл бұрын
I've never even considered the idea of anyone covering Dr. Hook but WoW!! that blew me away..one of the best covers i've heard anyone do!!!
@royogden2536
Жыл бұрын
List to Jennifer Nettles do Queens Bohemian Rhapsody. It is awesome aswell.
@dantwomey4215
Жыл бұрын
No argument here!
@dantwomey4215
Жыл бұрын
@@royogden2536Gary Wright "Love is Alive" was covered by Joe Cocker in the 90s. Dynamite.
@dantwomey4215
11 ай бұрын
Good grief and Gary Wright just died last week. I saw him with Ringo's All Star Band. Super talent.
@debbowker2249
9 ай бұрын
Just wow
@user-gt8uf3nd9i
4 ай бұрын
I remember Australia fell in love with Dr Hook wĥen the came out to tour... they were on every TV show and the guys were very laid back and fun loving guys very much like Australians so we embraced them..they even recorded a local colonial song... the wild Colonial boy about an Irish Australian bushranger.....we just. Loved them❤but good job Bon but uyour nodennisy Jovi..buts your no Dennis locorriere❤
@SissyShaw
6 жыл бұрын
Dr. Hook will always have a special place in my life. But bon Jovie more than did this song justice! May the younger generation follow his version...and keep this song playing....
@conniecaylor8924
7 ай бұрын
There's not nothing John cannot do he's so amazing I love him so much after 40 years he's still taking my breath away with his music he's amazing man.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@user-zp3oz7op6w
3 жыл бұрын
Jon has a great voice, is handsome, is talented and really did a great job. But Dr. Hook's Dennis singing this song made you feel it. His raspy voice made you hear the tears and desperation of wanting to talk to Sylvia. May God bless America!
@monalisahughes2947
4 жыл бұрын
I love Doctor Hook. Im here always
@annuvynarawn392
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant cover, he puts his heart into this one. The original is amazing but this is a great tribute.
@mikebot9
9 жыл бұрын
absolutely beautiful version of this beautiful song, never thought anyone else could do it justice, but John's voice is perfect for this.
@Teri11215
10 жыл бұрын
Wow this song still makes me cry. I love the original version, and I love Bon Jovi's version of it also. Thanks for sharing it with us.
@sueblake4071
2 жыл бұрын
I think he does a good job singing this!
@teresamay6981
6 ай бұрын
Beautiful rendition to the original I loved it and I've always loved bon Jovi 💯💯💯
@sylviarodriguez3203
5 ай бұрын
Well, I'm a Sylvia and my gym teacher, Mr. Campbell, used to sing this to me before every gym class in the 70's & 80's. I think his version was the best. Dr. Hook & Bon Jovi can't compare to my gym teacher....lol...sweet guy. 😊
@soyjoven-hs1uc
3 ай бұрын
God bless you from BRASIL sylvia
@rampartthisis51
11 жыл бұрын
Huge fan of Dr.Hook,and huge fan of Bon Jovi!! JBJ does this song with soul! One of the most talented voices of rock and roll!!
@diannedryden2712
3 жыл бұрын
Just came across this - never heard any other band sing this before - really good - well done
@stefannagy6545
3 жыл бұрын
...WORDS DON'T COME EASY ...💖💕💕💖💖💖
@yetanothertop
Жыл бұрын
Dr Hook
@CarefulWithThatAxeEugene
3 жыл бұрын
He does the song justice, long live Dr Hook.
@3rddrum
15 жыл бұрын
This is such a great version. Jon and Richie sing this with heart! Wish they would do this on tour.
@mahlonlindenmuth5593
9 жыл бұрын
Love Bon Jovi but no one will ever do it better than Dr Hook
@Merle_1210
9 жыл бұрын
Mahlon Lindenmuth AGREE!!! :D
@tomipabst
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, I agreed to!!
@reese7299
5 жыл бұрын
Tom Pabst Well in agreement here love Dr.Hook
@Rj-yr1br
5 жыл бұрын
I agree
@Imissthepostoffice
5 жыл бұрын
Yes of course. Dr. Hook WAY more heartfelt ! (And I love Bon Jovi too) .
@andreaassmann1870
4 жыл бұрын
DIE Musik von Bon Jovi,kann man immer wieder hören und bekommt man nicht über.🤗😘👍
@hockeyguy2424
15 жыл бұрын
I agree I don't think there is nothing he can't sing or cover. He has an amazing voice for any kind of genre of music. I have never heard this song, after hearing Jon sining it I wish they would put it on their next album. I also wish they would do a cover album of some of thier favorite songs. Bon Jovi Rules!
@buckhorncortez
Жыл бұрын
So he can't cover "nothing" ...got it...
@todd0068
8 жыл бұрын
It's funny but Bon Jovi just might be one of the best cover bands of all time
Dr Hook owns this song. No-one can sing it with the same emotion as he does.
@willdwyer6782
3 жыл бұрын
Dr. Hook doesn't own it. The name on the copyright is Shel Silverstein and he's been dead more than 20 years.
@carolemorris7544
2 жыл бұрын
@@willdwyer6782 what I meant when I said Dr Hook owned the song was in the context of saying he sings it the best.
@mariahenderson9425
2 жыл бұрын
"HE" ?????? Dr. Hook were a band not a singular he !
@leeuwtje65
12 жыл бұрын
A real tribute to my mother.....may she rest in peace Sylvia Luv you
@AgingLikeAFineWine
15 жыл бұрын
Great version of the song by Bon Jovi - love this group - best rock group in the world. These guys compliment one another so well - a group that was just "meant to be".
@Ngelingkong
14 жыл бұрын
i think the drummer is great, he made this song alive, this could only be done by deep emotional feeling toward this song,as shown by the drummer. as for the the singer, bon jovi, the record speaks for itself.
@Rene_Denkers
15 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter how many people will cover a Bon Jovi song actually. This is about the performance of Bon Jovi playing this awesome song. When i 1st heard Dr. Hooks version i got a lump in my throat just listening to it. Now Bon Jovi does the same to me. Bon Jovi understood the essence of the song. And didn't try to rape it of it's dignity. I would say Thumbsup for this!
@3rddrum
13 жыл бұрын
I've watched this several times, for a few months now and I'm convinced Jon has lived this song. No doubt when he was a lot younger and maybe even with his wife's mother. He believes every heartfelt word, Can't fake that emotion.
@teresamay6981
5 ай бұрын
This singer icon is legendary 🙌 💯💯💯💯💯
@ronniemead805
4 ай бұрын
That was not mere singing; that was a heart rending performance by a great artist. This is what singing should be all about; not the new fangled hip hop nonsense.
@teresamay6981
4 ай бұрын
@ronniemead805 in my opion I was a teenager to this rock icon and he will always be legendary
@teresamay6981
6 ай бұрын
Best cover I've ever seen of this song 🎵 💯💯💯🫶🫶🫶🫶🙏🙏🙏🙌🙌
@prpro57
13 жыл бұрын
Nice job, for sure - but no one, no group will ever, ever touch Dr. Hook's original version. Thanks for posting, tough! Such a sad song...
@surfbird448
3 жыл бұрын
But atleast they keep it alive.
@jawboneify
3 жыл бұрын
Wow that's so crazy I almost just posted the exact same thing you ain't never going to touch Dr Hook but damn he came close!
@fatsdom
3 жыл бұрын
Completely disagree. Bon Jovi are far superior to Doctor Cook. Plus it's a creepy song.
@jawboneify
3 жыл бұрын
Hey to the dude that commented after my post which I can answer your douchebag you have no clue what you're even talking about Dr Hook is on a completely different level then Bon Jovi! You must be from New Jersey or something LOL!
@prpro57
3 жыл бұрын
@@fatsdom What's creepy about it...
@nuttertube
11 жыл бұрын
Wow... I can remember my mom listening to this when I was really young. He did a good job covering it!
@connymitchell83
7 ай бұрын
Jon, so sorry your not making music 🎶 anymore. You had so much to offer,give, but will always be here with your history ❤❤❤
@Zandor
6 ай бұрын
What are you on about? They will release a new album in 2024.
@msfyn
16 жыл бұрын
At the risk of my daughter divorcing me ... Dr Hook was the BEST! Hey I like this guy also, but doing his own stuff. Thanks for sharing.
@VeronicaHalo2024
13 жыл бұрын
When Jon puts his hand on his face and spreads his arms ~ Angelic harmony ~ Peace, V
@Tinathecrow
15 жыл бұрын
How brilliant.Jon´s voice touching everybodys heart and soul.A great song and great lyrics by Dr. Hook. I´ll always start crying by listening this version of BJ!! Bon Jovi is the greatest band on the planet. I love them!!
@karlheinzvollbracht3677
7 ай бұрын
Wenn ich die alten Lieder höre denke ich immer an meine Jugend Dann wird es mir immer ganz anders
@annefrank2467
11 жыл бұрын
A very heartfelt performance. This guys sings with his heart and soul. Love it, wish this can be released on an album.
@LeVan4President
12 жыл бұрын
thanks for remembering and saluting a great song, great band and Shel Silverstein, Bon Jovi...
@Imissthepostoffice
10 ай бұрын
Of course. Bon Jovi did a great job. Such a great song.
@teresagreenan6057
10 ай бұрын
A favorite as a young woman. Jon did a great job on this song. God I love this Man.
@pompa04
7 ай бұрын
I loved "Dr Hook" in the 70th and I still think they were a great band. This rendation is by far the best I´v heard of " Sylvias Mother" though
@leticiahaas5176
9 жыл бұрын
This version is very nice I love the feelings they put into this song, awesome...... :)
@tammybettiga3390
7 жыл бұрын
YEPP....DR. HOOK....TOOK IT TO ANOTHER LEVEL....
@MarkMaysey
13 жыл бұрын
Really nice cover of this song, much respect for all, especially Bon Jovi's vocal performance...EPIC!!!!
@MrDanBlather
14 жыл бұрын
Good, real damn good. First time I've heard Bon Jovi do this.
@tbirdy
14 жыл бұрын
I'm not even a huge Bon Jovi fan, but this is a really nice version of this song!
@lyndacarter5090
7 жыл бұрын
Music does justice, but no way does the singing even approach the angst and emotions that Dennis gave this song. And no Ray backing him up!
@donnanash8920
7 жыл бұрын
Nobody will ever beat Dennis on anything. Bon Jovi did a great job tho!!
@lyndacarter5090
7 жыл бұрын
It was ok, but we all have our own bias on things.
@TheVagolfer
4 жыл бұрын
Spot on comment, Dennis always had the right tone in his voice on every song. He could sell it like very few could.
@belairbum
15 жыл бұрын
LOVE, love, love this song by Dr. Hook and now, my man Bon Jon sings it! I loved it!! Man, I wish you guys would sing Carrie Me, Carrie! Another one of those old beautiful songs that not many people know or appreciate!!!!
@BonJovisweety
15 жыл бұрын
Toll !!! Es ist und bleibt die Beste Band der Welt , mit dem besten Sänger der Welt - JBJ ......:-) KLaassseeee
@marilynyoung7309
8 ай бұрын
They sound great, but I,m old school. Dr.Hook is awesome, not only on this song , but all of their songs. FOREVER A DR. HOOK FAN.. but these guys really did do a great job kudos....
@Doreen1704
Жыл бұрын
Unglaublich toll gesungen. Ich liebe diese Version
@jocook7787
12 жыл бұрын
Brought tears to my eyes ~~~~ Beautifully done ..........
@user-kz4zq3vw1x
9 ай бұрын
Great Rendition!!
@froglady2496
14 жыл бұрын
He does it so well, it brings tears to my eyes.
@SirRoger_007
9 жыл бұрын
Not many could do this song justice but Bon Jovi knocked it out of the park!
@cagekicker18
14 жыл бұрын
Mr. Torres: You are absolutely one of the finest percussionists on the planet. Your work on this particular rendition makes it so very hard to forget and I can only hope to play with the same kind of style, emotion and at your level one day. Thank you.
@Colouredkid
16 жыл бұрын
I love the passion Jon shows when he is doing a cover of a song that he loves!! They are freakin legends!!!
@tjg1964
14 жыл бұрын
I always love Bon Jovi's cover versions and this is one of the best. Jon's voice really suits this song down to the ground!!
@belairbum
14 жыл бұрын
One of my fav songs for a loooong time. Dr Hook is just awesome!! Listen to their son "Carry me Carrie" Those guys are just great!! Im a huge Bon Jon fan cuz....well, jus look at him and there is alot talent in that band.
@daylanrayne
13 жыл бұрын
@MrWalkinDog Huh since that song was written before most of us was born I doubt that --I looked it up --Sylvia's Mother" was a 1972 single by Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show and the group's first hit song. It was written by Shel Silverstein and was highly successful in the United States, reaching #5 on the Billboard singles chart,
@rcourt879
7 ай бұрын
I miss the one eyed bandit
@stevetinnon6193
6 жыл бұрын
one of the best voices I say,
@poopiegoldturd8263
12 жыл бұрын
50 years old! What a beautiful man!
@LioneyB78
14 жыл бұрын
Sang perfect,did it justice JON you are the man....
@trusesnuser1
13 жыл бұрын
It may be the best cover version, but nothing beats dr.hook
@savatorefronio9212
9 ай бұрын
Great cover of a great song
@brettcalder8739
11 жыл бұрын
great song,,i like this version,,love the song,,
@DeborahGilson
4 жыл бұрын
Jon and the Bon Jovi family performed "Sylvia's Mother" phenomenally. Anyone who says otherwise obviously prefers the status quo, vanilla. The fixed-minded assume the same position, eat the same food and listen to only one genre of music, never giving another artist the opportunity to shine. Thank you, Jon, and Bon Jovi, for giving the open-minded people what they want!
@shred88
14 жыл бұрын
LOL! I used to listen to this song when I was a Child...the memories! :) Being young has the best years in our lifetime! :)
@dewnolan41
14 жыл бұрын
This song is by smokie jon, is awsome been a fan for 25 years..love you jon
@Katijaaj
13 жыл бұрын
what ever you sing turns into gold
@undoreverse
12 жыл бұрын
personally, i think this is lovely.
@yourdaddy6030
3 жыл бұрын
It is lovely. You are correct!
@davidhodges3851
Жыл бұрын
This group are legend.
@gustavogomesdossantos5599
3 жыл бұрын
Minha banda favorita ótima musica perfeita desde 1984 eu com 14 anos de idade já curtia bon Jovi e sempre vou curtir bon Jovi show de bola
@sylviaguerrero1743
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! My name is Sylvia and I just came across this by Bon Jovi! LOVE IT! I'm 55 now but I remember listening to this song when I was a little girl. Not to many Sylvia's in the world. Thanks Bon Jovi! Shared with Vivian my granddaughter just now and she asked is there a song with her name?
@Imissthepostoffice
5 жыл бұрын
Sylvia ! Please google THIS song by Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show. And then please google Dr . Hook - Sylvia's Mother/ the story behind the song. Please, it will be worth your wile. And I agree, Sylvia is an uncommon but beautiful name.
@damnthoseyes
12 жыл бұрын
i heard this song yesterday but now i love it even more. bon jovi nailed it!!! love em
@silviagiri
10 жыл бұрын
love this song by bon jovi, happy birthday Jon !
@dustyangel61
4 ай бұрын
I seen Dr Hook in concert, Bon Jovi did an excellent job. Great tribute to him❤❤
@dragonriders729
13 жыл бұрын
great cover of a forgotten band that had a ton of heart & talent!
@MrUhuo
13 жыл бұрын
simplemente bon jovi,,,essa versão é incrível,,minha alma se emociona,,,arrepia,,
@belairbum
14 жыл бұрын
Starting a tour next year!!! Gonna go, of course, just like every other tour that Bon Jovi has had for the last twenty five years!! I saw them first in Charlotte, NC in 1983 (I think) and have been a faithful fan since! Keep rockin BonJon!!
@Onafee1849
13 жыл бұрын
oh maan *_* I love Jon's voice there soo much! Sounds just like back in 1993♥
@moonspirit420
12 жыл бұрын
Omg!!! His version is AMAZING!! Thank you for sharing :)
@thelolguy007
6 жыл бұрын
Great version. The boys done it justice and more 👏👏👏👌
@teresamcmeans566
4 жыл бұрын
Jon did a great job on this song. It would be so awesome if he and Dennis Locorriere would sing it together! ❤️
@jeffscott8323
2 жыл бұрын
I Agree
@elenarodriguezmartinez1149
4 жыл бұрын
Gracias!!!! 💕 Por esa recopilación de imágenes y momentos de hombre más fascinante y encantador que yo he visto. ❤️❤️❤️
@PetkumGirl
12 жыл бұрын
God i love this version of this Song..
@plesnererik
8 жыл бұрын
Not bad, but the version by Dr. Hook will always have a special place in my heart.
@lisadayday9200
8 жыл бұрын
I agree 100%
@ssjjj555ify
7 жыл бұрын
100% percent Bon Jovi is great but no one can do Dr Hook !!!
@lisadayday9200
7 жыл бұрын
Shawn you are right about that love them both tho
@Rj-yr1br
5 жыл бұрын
I agree
@Rj-yr1br
5 жыл бұрын
@@ssjjj555ify I agree on that 👍
@shicks79
13 жыл бұрын
sheesh, i just found this. LOVE the song. LOVE bon jovi! wow, is all i can say
@rigbyfin
7 жыл бұрын
no one will ever sing it like Dr Hook, but Jon does damn good job covering it
@debbiederosa2923
6 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah he does.
@SylviaLenz-qo6jm
8 ай бұрын
Guten Morgen . Ein schön Samstag wünsche ich Ihnen . Die Trennung .von meine Eltern .und ich kamm In heim . Ein schönen Samstag . Wünsche ich ihnen . Von Silvia ☃️🐓🌹🌲⛄⛄🥚🥐☕🤶🏼👍😘
@SylviaLenz-qo6jm
8 ай бұрын
Guten Morgen ihr Lieben Ich Kamm in heim nach der Trennung von meine Eltern . Habt ein schönen Samstag wünsche ich Ihnen Von Silvia 😘👍🤶🏼☕🥐🥚⛄🌲🌹Eine schöne Adent Zeit wünsche ich ihnen
@KatiKatjes
15 жыл бұрын
GREAT BAND!!!!! Great pervormance!!!! Thnx for sharing.
@sipjin302004
12 жыл бұрын
Love this song! My sister made me listen to Dr. Hook Bread and America and all the 70"s stuff when I was a kid!
@jchok-tim7770
5 жыл бұрын
I like it
@dantwomey4215
Жыл бұрын
Outrageous. Bon Jovi just got the lifetime "Mulligan" for this great cover. Excellent!!
@esequiasrodrigues
10 жыл бұрын
Great singer! Great song! Thank very much for sharing this video with us!
@Drewtazy
14 жыл бұрын
WOW! Fantastic performance....Dr. Hook et al would be proud!
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