very good cover, damn them Roots are powerful, not many artists can cover Lennon like that
@Claude1864
5 жыл бұрын
Yea they nailed it. Loved it.
@joyelliott7266
4 жыл бұрын
Who is that guy singing Mother??very very moving.need .more of him!!
@ellerenee5967
Жыл бұрын
@@joyelliott7266 His name is Bilal. He's a brilliant artist.
@OxumahSpeaks
6 жыл бұрын
Can we give bilal the credit he deserves!
@yagua0500
6 жыл бұрын
nineties Baby Word, Bilal is a blue note. Some hit it, he seems to live there.
@zbray79
6 жыл бұрын
Yes ma'am! We were in tears watching this live!
@trugod72
6 жыл бұрын
Exactly. I listened to the Streisand, Bowie, and other covers on KZitem and Bilal kills them all.
@HarringtonElectric
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, thank you.
@joyelliott7266
4 жыл бұрын
Hell to the yeah
@emmanuelgarcia831
7 жыл бұрын
I love when singers really put themselves in a song ..,, one of the best lennon's song cover I have heard.
@michaeltarm6213
8 жыл бұрын
One of the best covers ever.
@eileensherwin8932
6 жыл бұрын
Michael Tarm 8
@christopherfletcher5384
3 жыл бұрын
I swear I heard John in that young man's voice. It was beautiful
@Tarsus790
2 жыл бұрын
Very difficult song to cover only an artist with empathy and similar challenges can do this track. You guys did a very unique and honest cover. RESPECT 👍💪❤️
@mirrortime
6 жыл бұрын
John Lennon was/ Is like Dad to me. He told me about the world. I've never been emotional when someone else does a John song. Until THIS! Good Lord. I wept like a baby. Thank you roots!
@joyelliott7266
4 жыл бұрын
I hear that shit cry everytime l play it.most bandmates were also
@l.josino
4 жыл бұрын
@1993 and you are not being much better than what you THINK john lennon was like by doing this kind of commentary
@CommitToConclude
3 жыл бұрын
You need to read the Lord’s word. Idolize none, regardless of their talent.
@mirrortime
3 жыл бұрын
@@joyelliott7266 HUH?
@mirrortime
3 жыл бұрын
@@l.josino Thank you. I agree!
@alvarezp1227
7 жыл бұрын
I love it I hear a little bit of prince in his voice WoW...
@popeye697
7 жыл бұрын
Patricia Alvarez Bill has been compared to Prince and D'Angelo, but he's got them both beat vocally speaking
@chrisb9122
Жыл бұрын
I saw The Roots do this on the John Lennon anniversry special on T.V. a few years ago. Man. I was blown away on how talented these guys are. This comin from a die hard Beatles fan. The Roots are awesome.
@gergelykonczey1217
5 ай бұрын
So emotional...😢
@mayaramota1249
4 жыл бұрын
This song is so damn sad, if you know Lennon's story you can feel his pain in this song. And The Roots made it more emotional, my God I'm crying as fuck.
@Stevesk0011
4 жыл бұрын
Me too. Me too.
@MeeMee-gz5vp
2 жыл бұрын
So glad to see this comment here, albeit two years later. Lennon had one heck of a tough start (and end, too) in life, and this song sums it all up.
@lindaaugone382
2 жыл бұрын
@@MeeMee-gz5vp and oddly enough he did the same to Julian but stayed at home to raise his 2nd son for 5 yrs and him and yoko have their pick of everything not Julian looks just like John
@MeeMee-gz5vp
2 жыл бұрын
@@lindaaugone382 I agree, but if Julian was to lead a life of luxury, daddy had to go to work. Being a worldwide famous musician wasn’t exactly easy, which may be why John tried his best to compensate for time lost. Julian was born right at a time when the Beatles were at the top of their game. And by the time Sean was born, John was basically semi-retired as he wasn’t consistently required to be in the public eye and didn’t have to work as much, hence why John was more involved with raising Sean than with Julian. I think John was wrong for letting Yoko control the will though
@lindaaugone382
2 жыл бұрын
I agree 100% with what you said. At that time you had to hide you were married. Julian said he had to buy some of his dad's stuff. He has said him and his brother also Yoko that hes on good terms with them now thanks for the reply!
@symathiaseymour5084
4 жыл бұрын
This is the best cover of any song I have ever heard! He sings exactly the way I felt when I lost my mom . I love you Roots for this !!!
@treeann5296
2 жыл бұрын
Wasn't expecting to cry so hard.😪
@carlosflavio4376
6 жыл бұрын
Shivering ... The Roots ft. Bilal represent John Lenon at a very high level.
@victoriajohnson5461
Жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@joeclark5341
4 жыл бұрын
Roots killed it.. and me ..f...choked up and speechless hit replay 3 times before being able to type. Don’t apologize youth.
@ginnashupper725
2 жыл бұрын
Just popped up on my feed, and I am grateful. I've been a fan of John Lennon's solo stuff for 40 years and The Roots did this song justice. My mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's 3 mos ago and she is slipping away fast. They call it the "long goodbye" and it's pretty effing painful.
@ironhead108
4 жыл бұрын
This song has always been one of my favorite songs by John, and easily the most powerful and real. Arguably the most visceral song ever written. The Roots did this song proper justice, and the vocalist here is simply unbelievable. And this song can’t be the easiest to cover vocally, first because John’s voice and scream were inimitable, but because the feel of this song is so personal. Love it.
@cremetangerine82
5 жыл бұрын
How am I just now finding about this? Amazing cover!
@BeauJustin
5 жыл бұрын
The greatest cover of a John Lennon song that I have ever heard. Broke my heart.
@jamiekubiczky1224
4 жыл бұрын
I saw this live in AC. It was amazing
@emulator007
7 жыл бұрын
Moved to tears
@judygorham1129
4 жыл бұрын
I fell in love with the singer who did the powerful song mother I have never experienced such pure talent, heart, in an individual I don't know his name but I would buy any music he put out
@kathleensexton703
Жыл бұрын
The show "Better Things" brought me here as "Mother" is the intro music for it. Great show by the way, streaming on Hulu if you care. Anyway, Lennon's live version at MSG is amazing, and this is just as good in its own way.
@chrishowell199
3 жыл бұрын
People here rippin' on the intro. If you haven't gotten used to a little rap by now, your intolerant and antiquated defiance against change in life and our current reality, it likely extends far beyond rap. "And you better start swimming or you'll sink like a stone". And those bashing the LEAD!? You must know nothing of supreme vocal control and ability. Excellent pitch and amazing power. With or without the intro, they fucking killed this.
It's 8:42. Been playing back since 3:00. Never heard this version. John would be proud
@aaronmelton1374
7 ай бұрын
I cry every time I watch this
@illinoisboy4
5 жыл бұрын
This was Incredible. One of the best Beatles/Lennon covers I've ever heard...and as a hardcore John Lennon and Beatles fan, I've heard many a covers of them. The Roots are awesome. Well done.
@DCAbsolutJohn1
5 жыл бұрын
Pierre Stephens It’s by the Plastic Ono Band.
@joyelliott7266
4 жыл бұрын
Killer bad so incredible who is that guy pray for more
@dbodooley
4 жыл бұрын
It’s hard to do Lennon’s voice. His range was high and awkward in a good way. They sounded great.
@dbodooley
4 жыл бұрын
DCAbsolutJohn1 it’s by John Lennon. It says Plastic Ono band as well but you think that bitch has any input on a song that actually has a melody and is pleasant to the ears!??? The answer is FUCK NO.
@johnbuckley8724
2 жыл бұрын
Wow great job on covering. They really put the feeling of loss into this, simply passionate. Just terrific.
@emmaa1000
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I #❤ my mother#
@andrewmcclain3968
4 жыл бұрын
A masterful performance.
@rc1564
4 жыл бұрын
Saw this on tv...I wasnt expecting much but man was I suprised. Nice
@Proof757
8 жыл бұрын
incredible
@delphineus7
8 жыл бұрын
And that's how it's done!!!!!
@joyelliott7266
4 жыл бұрын
Dido× 1000
@lucibelarmino8010
5 жыл бұрын
Bilal's superb cover of John Lennon's "Mother" surpasses Bowie, et. al. Bilal should also cover Prince's "Purple Rain".
@fireatwill7707
4 жыл бұрын
Luci Belarmino I was thinking the same thing. He would crush a Prince song. Purple Rain especially.
@mirrortime
3 жыл бұрын
YES Luci. I totally agree. And I'm a Bowie fanatic! Here's to Bilal!
@marilyndurham738
2 жыл бұрын
I honestly love thos cover version more than johns original recording. But of course i love johns distinctive voice. A Wonderful performance by Bilal & the Roots!!! Wonderful!
@rtoriq
Жыл бұрын
He actually covered a different song from the album in a tribute, “Beautiful Ones” and it was just as fantastic goddamnit lol
@My.name.is.SickBoy
8 жыл бұрын
best performance of the day
@MsLarry91
Жыл бұрын
The best cover of this song!
@iceberg1560
6 жыл бұрын
Philly all day I love this
@justindumas4110
4 жыл бұрын
Wow. Normally I would say no one should do a John Lennon cover but that was pretty powerful. Great cover.
@jacqlawalata5749
5 жыл бұрын
Outstanding performance.. so emotional
@crystalballhi
4 жыл бұрын
Holy crap! One of the best covers of any song I have ever heard!
@paulbegovatz3042
7 жыл бұрын
Just speechless
@kerenkares6109
6 жыл бұрын
Why are all the comments about the roots this rendition takes flight because Grammy award winning BALIL OLIVER covered this clip with deep rooted heart felt pain and emotion in front of that lame ass crowd he's a true artist in the industry !!!
@rtoriq
5 жыл бұрын
💯💯💯💯 ^^^THIS!!!! Say this shyt LOUDER!!!!!!!!!!
@charlesbrown2369
4 жыл бұрын
No bullshit lame af
@therespectedlex9794
8 жыл бұрын
Lotta people said they didn't like this. Well it's a tough gig when everyone cheers only part way through the song.
@Gumbier_Than
5 жыл бұрын
They don't like a tribute to Lennon. Ppffft. Sucks for them then.
@DhawanGuptaIndia
5 жыл бұрын
Shivers!!!!!
@joeydibuono
6 жыл бұрын
Hands down best performance of the night
@bordercollie1140
3 жыл бұрын
That's why Lennon is the most important musician ever!!!!
@mrbarthoss1
4 жыл бұрын
holy hell......... Tremendous post! Many thanks!!
@lollobobbo5220
6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic. pure love
@fireatwill7707
4 жыл бұрын
Best live Lennon cover I’ve ever heard. And I’ve heard them all.
@chrishowell199
3 жыл бұрын
It was flawless.
@Ericah81
5 жыл бұрын
Best cover ever!!
@Hendrixist
3 жыл бұрын
Listening to this on the 40th anniversary of John’s death. And everyday before tbh and everyday after I expect.
@JamesWrightjr
8 жыл бұрын
Excellence!
@zbray79
6 жыл бұрын
James A Wright, Jr. I won't lie, I was curious at first..the rap lyrics were a bit aggressive,I expected more resentment.. But then I heard that voice.. Then we all were in tears watching live
@joyelliott7266
4 жыл бұрын
Come on Roots,bring him back terrific luv luv him& y'all
@candaceyoung8811
7 жыл бұрын
Beautiful...
@travisyetter1405
4 жыл бұрын
Damn! That was intense! They absolutely did that song real justice!
@darrennorthcutt1646
2 жыл бұрын
The Roots never fail to impress. Was that Cody Chesnutt killing it?
@diogodelacruz
6 жыл бұрын
3:54 Oh no, this is out of the t.. Perfect!
@mrbarthoss1
4 жыл бұрын
Diogo Cruz Amen!
@mayaramota1249
3 жыл бұрын
YES
@maddymud
3 жыл бұрын
Love the add - that’s what folk music is at its core. The personalization of the collective unconscious
@pattygeorge7254
6 жыл бұрын
WOW!! Awesome performance!
@hohaia01
8 жыл бұрын
oh man. Just me or was that emotional?
@daviddulom8258
5 жыл бұрын
It is..😪
@joyelliott7266
4 жыл бұрын
Cedric you guys amazed amazed us.love you on Jimmy Fallon, bring that gifted dude on show .l want more!!@!
@-0rbital-
4 жыл бұрын
You noticed that?
@rodearney8960
3 жыл бұрын
Try the original 😳
@ROSTAFA
3 жыл бұрын
Real AF!!!
@robertJ14
7 ай бұрын
John would have loved this.
@marshallgreenhouse
4 жыл бұрын
Best Beatles related cover I have ever heard
@marilyndurham738
Жыл бұрын
I still am knocked flat by this rendition of this song...
@jlgitto
2 жыл бұрын
Jesus im all choked up. What an interpertation.
@Daniela_Rocanrol
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing cover ♥️
@johnpicasso2188
Жыл бұрын
Though i dont think John Lennons rawness can ever be equalled. This reinterpretation is utterly brilliant.
@ArabXian
6 жыл бұрын
AMAZING.
@uplulima
7 жыл бұрын
I can't stop to see It..
@daismejias6581
2 жыл бұрын
Woow the best cover of this song. MY HAIR STOOD ON END.
@SHADOWGAMING-nh6pt
2 жыл бұрын
Best tribute..god damn..the loveliest.
@Issaaay260
3 жыл бұрын
This sends a chill down my spine..
@hootietheman
5 жыл бұрын
phenomenal!!!!!!!!!! only 95,000 hits? too bad, people are missing out on this cover … Bowie does a great version too..
@aaronmelton1374
6 ай бұрын
That's a shiver song
@cassemiro8435
5 жыл бұрын
Insane! ❤
@domeperruzza
7 жыл бұрын
fantastic !...
@geraldinejamison7262
Жыл бұрын
Yes Bilbao you did a Marvelous Job It Was All That
@erikarobletolacayo6659
3 жыл бұрын
Crying my ass out T.T RIP dear John
@evonne1957
8 жыл бұрын
. that sh*t had me crying for mine incredible is right
@donw7571
4 жыл бұрын
They are amazing. " Momma don't go!" "Daddy come home " Wow
@JimmieGoldMusic
3 жыл бұрын
Fabulous job gentlemen
@kiddd8859
3 ай бұрын
Não me canso de ver este video
@StuMas
Жыл бұрын
The Plastic Ono Band Album is a hugely underrated masterpiece. This version is amazing. Too emotional...
@lizardking9885
6 жыл бұрын
Wow!
@yairmerlinuribe9391
Жыл бұрын
Sin lugar a duda uno de las mejores del álbum, te saca las lagrimas
@FuturCrayon
2 жыл бұрын
gosh I love his drumming
@SavageSPK
7 жыл бұрын
Crying..
@jamesgrannes1782
3 жыл бұрын
Great soulful cover of a great song.
@yagua0500
6 жыл бұрын
Wow!! Wow!!!
@oscarfloresescudero1207
4 жыл бұрын
that's when talent and respect work together
@dbodooley
4 жыл бұрын
Sounds good. I love it that this rap group has much respect for John and the Beatles. You can’t be a musician and not in some way idolize or respect the Beatles.
@marionfeehan85
8 жыл бұрын
love in ma eyes
@mikegail6290
3 жыл бұрын
Made me cry
@victoriajohnson5461
Жыл бұрын
This song conveys what bad parenting can do to a child.😪
@robertasirgutz8800
2 жыл бұрын
Fearless.
@vonholland64
7 жыл бұрын
That was greatness , I didn't really need the rap part , but the rendition was great !!!
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