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Female Group's Stunning A Cappella Cover of 'I Say a Little Prayer'

Indulge in a few fun moments with this female group’s stunning a cappella cover of ‘I Say a Little Prayer.’ It’s a feast for the eyes and ears!

The black-clad beauties are members of Noteworthy, Brigham Young University’s premier female a cappella ensemble. With a dimly-light stage, vintage microphones, and make-up mirrors where they primped in accordance with the song’s first verse, the ladies certainly set a mood!

Here are four lines from that perfect first verse of ‘I Say a Little Prayer:’

‘The moment I wake up

Before I put on my makeup (Makeup)

I say a little (Prayer for you)

And while I'm combing my hair now’

Each lady is incredible! They must have supreme gifts of concentration to keep their individual parts going when so much is happening around them—so many other powerful voices are doing entirely different things! For this performance, however, two are featured soloists. They wear a bit more bling than their fellow group members; black sequins figure into their costumes. 

User @debrajackson8072 noted that they particularly enjoyed the starting and ending soloist, writing, “The blond soloist really nailed the style 100%. The growl was a great touch.” She saved that for the 3:00 mark of the video!

Written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, who were named #32 on the list of 100 best songwriters of all time by Rolling Stone, the upbeat number speaks of the excitement and consuming nature of romantic love.  

While most may initially recall Ruppert Everett belting out the tune during the bridal lunch scene in My Best Friend’s Wedding, Dionne Warwick recorded the song first. Her recording was released in 1967, and a second one by Aretha Franklin followed in 1968.

When the lyrics and the voices are this satisfying, there’s a reason to lift up yet another prayer! Heavenly Father, thank you for the gifts and talents of so many that bring joy to our daily lives!

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 

Singers Amaze With Stunning 'Beauty and the Beast' Duet

This is a star-powered performance. These singers amaze with stunning rendition of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ duet. What happens when you put two of ‘Canada’s Got Talent’ performers together? You get a stunning new version of your favorite songs that you can’t help but want to listen to over and over. 

Madilyn Bailey & Raymond Salgado were both contestants on ‘Canada’s Got Talent.’ These beloved stars were begged by fans to team up and perform ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ After receiving hundreds of requests, the pair decided to go for it. What happens next is absolute magic. 

Both Madilyn and Raymond were emotional as they sang this love song about learning to bend, yield, and grow with one another. As they performed, you could feel the emotion radiating from both singers. The way they sang together revealed how well their voices complement each other. Watching the pair perform felt like a heartfelt conversation instead of just a song as they sat on stools, back to back, closed their eyes, and dove into this beloved song.

Fans couldn’t help but chime in with their opinions about the performance. One listener felt as though they had broken the law and commented, “Officers! Those are the people who've been hogging all the talent! Seriously, how can you both have such amazing, outstanding voices?” Another listener felt blessed to have heard this rendition. She added, “Such beautiful singing from both of you. Thanks for blessing us with this.”

We are truly grateful that Madilyn Bailey and Raymond Salgado shared their incredible talent with the world. Their stunning duet of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ not only showcases their remarkable voices but also reminds us of what truly matters in life: to love and be loved. We hope you enjoyed this beautiful performance. 

Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 "Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken."

Stunning Cover of the Bluegrass Classic 'Rocky Top'

Check out this incredible cover of the bluegrass classic ‘Rocky Top;’ you’re sure to be singing along and tapping a toe in a jiffy!

Meet Bedford, Indiana’s Austin Harper, Rusty Collier, Sarah Stewart, and Hunter Phillips, standing left to right at the water’s edge on a rocky beach. They play the mandolin, bass, banjo, and guitar and make up the Backroads Bluegrass.

The four musicians are down-to-earth and at ease. Their performance looks effortless as they stand under a partially cloudy sky on a breezy day. They don’t sing about the weather, but they do sing about a place in the hills of Tennessee—a place that’s a little bit of Heaven for any wanting to escape the cages and constraints of city life.   

Though the lyrics are a little silly, the song speaks of a simple place where there’s no smog or telephone service. And, while the dirt’s no good for growing anything, there’s moonshine and canned corn!     

Here are four lines from “Rocky Top.”

‘Once I had a girl on Rocky Top

Half bear the other half cat

Wild as a mink but sweet as soda-pop

I still dream about that’

‘Rocky Top’ was written by Felice and Boudleaux Bryant in 1967 and recorded by the Osborne Brothers later that year. While the writers didn’t say that ‘Rocky Top’ was an actual place, many believe the song references a spot in the Great Smoky Mountains, likely along the North Carolina and Tennessee border. 

In 1982, Tennessee adopted ‘Rocky Top’ as one of its eleven state songs! And, in 2014, a Tennessee town of fewer than 2,000 people changed its name to Rocky Top; the town had previously been named Coal Creek and Lake City. 

Del Bryant, one of the songwriters’ sons, shared with The Tennessean, “They were writing an album for Archie Campbell called ‘The Golden Years’ and Mom felt as though she were aging dramatically with every old age song they wrote. She said, ‘Boudleaux, let’s do a mountain song, a bluegrass song, anything else.’” 

‘Rocky Top’ was written in about 10 minutes! Felice and Boudleaux’s 10-minute effort, along with the countless recordings and performances—including Backroads Bluegrass’s—over the last 57 years has certainly provided many, many hours of enjoyment!

“For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse.” Romans 1:20

The Voice Coaches Mesmerize With Electrifying 'Heartache Tonight' Cover

The Voice coaches mesmerize with their electrifying cover of ‘Heartache Tonight!’

What a great way to open Season 26! With two new coaches, The Voice introduced the full celebrity panel by way of a performance of the 1979 Eagles’ classic ‘Heartache Tonight,’ at the start of the season’s premiere on September 23.

Standing upstage-center are Reba McEntire (returning for her third season) and Gwen Stefani (returning after a break following eight consecutive seasons). Familiar faces, the ladies dance and snap, but neither of them sings first. Snoop Dogg saunters on stage from the left and sings the first two lines, followed by Michael Bublé, who sashays from the right and sings the next two. The two new coaches are the epitome of cool and smooth!

Reba and Gwen jump in and sing the next four before strutting forward and meeting the gentlemen in the middle for the chorus. All of the superstars are in black, each demonstrating their distinctive personalities.

Gwen’s arms are covered with tulle, and she wears shiny, thigh-high boots while Reba rocks fringe and boots that are decidedly more Western and less slick. Both of the new celebs wear jackets—Michael’s has a satin lapel, and Snoop wears tinted glasses. They are as much fun to watch as they are to hear!

The Eagles hit, written by Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Bob Seger, and J.D. Souther, has been covered by Conway Twitty, Tom Jones, John Anderson, and Coach Michael Bublé; he did a big band version in 2009.    

Reba, Snoop, Michael, and Gwen are a wonderfully diverse group of four, representing country, hip-hop, jazz, and pop/rock genres. Three of the four incredible singers add special sound effects as the song comes to a close, including a few “Oh-oh, oohs” and “Ows” and “Unh, Unhs”! They are having a great time, and, if this is an indication of the season to come, it is going to be a great season to watch!

“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith;” Romans 12:6

Rock Singer Stuns with Incredible Cover of Celine Dion's 'All By Myself'

In a new video that is sure to blow you away, this rock singer stuns everyone with an incredible cover of Celine Dion’s ‘All By Myself.’ The song was originally written and sung by Eric Carmen. It was released in 1975 and has a romantic song on the Arista Album. 

It wasn’t until 1996 that Celine adapted and released the song on the Falling Into You album. This powerful ballad of love quickly climbed the charts and became an instant favorite of Celine’s music. She performed the song with incredible emotional intensity and listeners could feel the depth of loneliness that the song was all about. The song also became a favorite because of Celine’s iconic high notes in the chorus. 

Now that you know about the rich depth of the song and why it became an instant hit for Celine, you’ll be surprised to find that a rock singer by the name of Erik Gronwell opted to take this ballad and sing a different rendition of it. 

Erik’s song performance was stunning. He showcased his incredible vocal range and captured the powerful emotions of the lyrics. 

‘When I was young

I never needed anyone

And making love was just for fun

Those days are gone’

He also incorporated his unique rock style into the song, adding more depth and energy into this rendition. Who knew a rock singer could take a heartfelt and sentimental song and turn into another incredible hit. 

We can’t believe how well he hit the high notes of this beloved song. One listener wrote “Erik Grönwall!  You did it again!  Taking on the most challenging songs and absolutely killing it! This is chill inducing, jaw dropping powerful and beautiful and simply amazing.” 

Another added that if Erik is performing a cover, you know it’s going to be a great song. She wrote, “You know if it's Erik covering a song, you know it's going to be an incredible cover. We hope you enjoyed this incredibly unique and stunning performance. 

Psalm 34:18 "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit."

Kelly Clarkson Wows With 'You For Christmas' Performance In Lyric Video

TV talk show host and award-winning singer Kelly Clarkson wows with her lovely “You for Christmas” performance in the festive tune's official lyric video.

Christmas is the time of year to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ to a virgin in a lowly manager surrounded by barnyard animals. Of course, that is the true meaning of the season. All those holiday parties and gift exchanges are meaningless without Christ being at the center of Christmas.

The Christmas season is a hectic time of year for most people. There is a seemingly endless lineup of parties, get-togethers and dinners that you are obligated to attend. At some point, Santa is supposed to find time to get all those presents delivered to all the good boys and girls.

However, gifts, like the parties, dinners and the general frantic nature of the season, can distract from another important aspect of Christmas: spending time with family and friends. In a clip posted on YouTube, the original American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson sings a delightful new tune, “You for Christmas.” It’s a song that reminds us that while opening and exchanging gifts is fun, the best gift is usually simply being together with friends and loved ones.

“This time of year can be so hard

Searching for blessings in the dark

If Santa has one gift to bring us

I’ll tell him I just want you for Christmas”

It's an incredibly upbeat and insanely catchy song about wanting nothing more than to be with the one she loves most. This song is sure to be a classic that you turn to over and over every Christmas season.

Kelly has, without a doubt, one of the best, most beautiful voices in all of entertainment. There is seemingly nothing she cannot sing. “You for Christmas” is another song in Kelly’s growing lineup of Christmas tunes.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Grandmother Shocks with Epic ‘Rapper’s Delight’ Performance on The Voice

A grandmother in her 70s shocked the judges and the studio audience with her epic “Rapper’s Delight” performance on The Voice.

Whether people want to admit it or not, everyone makes snap judgments of others. Those quick conclusions may be based on one interaction or even a single glance. That’s why when we go to job interviews, we’re always told to “dress to impress,” “dress for the job you want” and why something as simple as a handshake has taken on such importance.

Those initial judges are typically wrong regardless of how we arrive at them. Most of the time, we change our minds after spending a little time with that person. One short video posted on YouTube is a perfect example of how most people’s conclusions and expectations are completely wrong.

Bette Reynolds is a 76-year-old grandmother who auditioned for The Voice UK. Given her age, most people would take one look at her and expect her to sing something by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin or someone similar. But that was not what happened.

Bette turned in a fantastic and wholly unexpected audition as she performed “Rapper’s Delight” by The Sugarhill Gang. Anyone familiar with that song knows it’s nothing like a Frank Sinatra or a Dean Martin song. “Rapper’s Delight” is a rap song, considered one of the first of the rap genre.

The 76-year-old grandma does not miss a note or flub a word! Instead, moments after she starts her performance, she has the entire studio audience cheering and applauding. The cameras also catch every one of the judges thoroughly enjoying Bette’s lovely performance.

Bette even manages to get a pair of judges to flip their chairs around for her. When it comes time to critique her audition, all the judges shower the elderly woman with compliments, telling her how much they enjoyed her performance.

However, “Rapper’s Delight” wasn’t the only song Bette sang before she left the stage. She also performed a duet with will.i.am, a member of the Black Eyed Peas.

Romans 14:10 “But you, why do you make yourself your brother’s judge? Or again, why have you no respect for your brother? Because we will all have to take our place before God as our judge.”

Street Performer Wows with Mesmerizing Cover of 'What's Love Got To Do With It'

Prepared to be amazed by the talent of this young woman on a sidewalk in the city. Street performer wows with mesmerizing cover of 'What's Love Got To Do With It.'

Allie Sherlock begins to play her guitar and sing as a crowd gathers around. She is dressed casually in a hat and jeans, but there is nothing casual about her voice. Right from the start, you want to hear more from Allie. She is a vocal powerhouse with soul and flare. 

Once Allie gets to the chorus, she belts with confidence and has a great rhythm and a rich sound. People of all ages are circling around to hear her phenomenal performance. Allie has a unique and radio-like voice. She is an entertaining performer, and you want to hear what she will do vocally next. As she takes you back to the 80s with this Whitney Houston hit, Allie does a great job bridging decades between this original recording and making it her own today.

The lyrics say,

‘What's love got to do, got to do with it?

Who needs a heart when a heart can be broken?’

Allie sings with true emotion. She is portraying the feelings of the original of the realization and fear of being willing to fall in love. At the end of her song, the audience cheers and claps for a song well done. This song reminds us that fear can hold us back from wonderful relationships. Unfortunately, many people allow fear to hold them back from having a relationship with Jesus. May we remember that we can accept the invitation of relationship with Christ, and He never lets us down. His Love has everything to do with it.  

“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because he first loved us.” 1 John 4:18-19

Elderly Couple Busts a Move to The Village People’s Iconic Song

This precious married couple knows how to have a good time in the comfort of their living room. Check out this video where an elderly couple busts a move to The Village People’s iconic song. 

Larry and Connie Beers are not new names to the internet world. The couple has been posting videos of them dancing together in their home for months. The precious moments that these clips capture their love for one another, for dancing, and for life. In this particular clip, Larry and Connie have selected a classic dance party song, ‘YMCA.’ 

The two begin by standing in the middle of their living room, wearing pink and red. Larry starts to do a Charleston-type step as he grooves forward. Connie does not let her walker prevent her from moving; she dances right along in the back, swinging her arm up and out to the beat. One of the best moments caught on camera is the flirtatious smile that Larry gives Connie as he turns around. Larry taps his feet side to side, and Connie taps out her left foot to the rhythm. 

Not only are these two dancing, but the entire room has been transformed into a dance party. The lights are out, and the disco ball shines from above. This couple has not missed one part of being intentional for this performance. It is a complete joy to watch them, their marriage, and their moves. They remind us to live every day to the fullest and to embrace a life of joy in Christ. He gives us purpose in every season and age. They certainly know how to dance to the rhythm of life.

“Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.” Isaiah 46:4

Teen Violinist’s Beautiful Cover of 'Dust in the Wind'

Prepare to be amazed by a teen violinist’s beautiful cover of ‘Dust In The Wind.’  Karolina Protsenko is well-known globally for her incredible performance skills. She is not only a violinist but also a dancer. She dances while she plays the violin in front of live audiences. 

The haunting melody of ‘Dust In The Wind’ was originally performed by Kansas in 1973. The song was inspired by the Scripture Ecclesiastes 1:14 “I reflected on everything that is accomplished by man on earth, and I concluded: everything he has accomplished is futile — like chasing the wind.” This song was the perfect pick for the violin!

The minute she picks up her bow, people stop shopping to gather and watch her play. With her violin in hand, she steps out onto the streets in a vibrant green dress as she creates a moment suspended in time.  Karolina adds such flare and style to the song that you can’t help but be mesmerized by the performance. The song begins with soft notes, with each delicate slide across her violin before the beat picks up and drifts through the crowd gathered around. 

As the performance builds, Karolina’s talent becomes even more evident as she plays the song so well. Her music is nothing short of mesmerizing. One viewer said, “She definitely moves the dust in the air around , as the notes swirl and fly around her head through the wind. Making tiny vibrating strings for the notes to travel , heavenly bound.” Another listener commented on her talent with the violin. “If anyone can bring a violin to the masses, it is you, beautiful young lady! I don't even like classical music all that much, but watching someone enjoy their talent as freely as you do is simply mesmerizing!”

Watching Karolina perform is a true delight. What stands out most is her exceptional skill, deep passion, and infectious joy for music. Her love for the violin shines through in every aspect of her playing. She doesn’t just play a song; she immerses herself in the music, expressing its emotions with her instrument. We hope you enjoyed watching her play and felt the magic of her music as much as we did.

Ecclesiastes 1:14 “I reflected on everything that is accomplished by man on earth, and I concluded: everything he has accomplished is futile — like chasing the wind.”

Children's Moving Performance of '10,000 Reasons'

In the wilds of Uganda, a musical sensation awaits you, with children’s moving performance of the song '10,000 Reasons’ that will leave you in awe. At a community school in South Western Uganda, the Lord’s praises are sung every single day. Since opening its doors in 2022, the school has become a place where children of all ages have blossomed as a haven for young musicians. Here, the children united under the banner of Christ and learned to play worship music. 

Recently, the school was graced by an absolutley stunning performance of children of all ages singing and playing violins on the front steps of the school to the beloved worship song, ‘10,000 Reasons,’ which was originally written and sung by Matt Redman. As you hear the notes and lyrics filling the air, this moment of simple music practice turns into a full moment of worship. When you hear the children reach the chorus lines, you can’t help but join in and hum right along with the music. 

‘Bless the Lord oh my soul Oh my soul

Worship His Holy name

Sing like never before Oh my soul

I'll worship Your Holy name’

One person who viewed this on YouTube commented, “Wow! So beautiful!! What a blessing to hear children singing the Praises to God!” Another YouTube viewer added, “Very well done. To God be the glory. Keep singing and playing the instruments. Blessings to you.”

I cannot think of anything more incredibly precious than children learning how to worship the Lord in such a beautiful manner. In moments like these, when the sounds of ‘10,000 Reasons’ fill the air, it brings us back to the heart behind worship and honors God in the beautiful gift of worship. 

Psalm 150:6 “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!”

School Janitor’s Stunning 'Faithfully' Cover Blows Away AGT Audience

A school janitor’s stunning ‘Faithfully’ cover blows away America’s Got Talent audience. Sometimes, the most extraordinary talent is found in the most unexpected places. America’s Got Talent stage has seen countless performances over the last decade but few have moved the audience like Richard’s heartfelt rendition of Journey’s ‘Faithfully’ performance. 

What made this moment so special wasn’t his voice but his backstory. Richard is a humble school janitor whose passion for music took him from the hallways of school to the biggest stage in the world. It’s one of the reasons why he has so many fans. He is a hardworking man with a dream. 

The audience and judges gave him a standing ovation during his performance on America’s Got Talent semifinals. As the first notes of ‘Faithfully’ filled the air, the audience was stunned. As he reached the soaring chorus, ‘Forever yours, faithfully,’ Richard wasn’t just singing a song; he was telling his own story. The story of a man who faced the ups and downs in life but believed that no matter how ordinary life may seem, it carries extraordinary potential. 

As the final notes of the song floated through the air, the crowd erupted in applause as they jumped to their feet. All four judges were also on their feet. Even Simon Cowell was on his feet, “Wow, wow, wow. I can feel the energy behind me. Honestly,” he said as the audience continued to cheer Richard on. “From the minute you came on this show, you never crumbled. You haven’t. You’ve risen,” Simon added

As Richard stood on the stage, you could see how much Simon’s words meant to him. “We all need a hero right now and you are our hero,” Simon declared. We couldn’t agree more. Richard’s performance was incredible. No matter what happens on America’s Got Talent, I have a feeling, this won’t be the last of seeing Richard with his amazing God-given talent. 

Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Ed Sheeran Takes Runner's Song Request While Filming Music Video

It’s one thing to have Ed Sheeran on your playlist; it’s another to meet him in real life, but you won’t believe what he does! Ed Sheeran takes a runner’s song request while filming a video. When we think of love songs, Ed Sheeran is at the top of the list with hits like ‘Perfect’ and ‘Thinking Out Loud.’ 

My runner’s playlist includes ‘Galway Girl’ because of its fresh, peppy beat about love that lasts a lifetime. I have no idea what I would do if I were out for my morning run, and I saw a red-headed man sitting in the back of a boat on a canal that runs alongside the sidewalk. I would be stunned. It would be like a scene straight out of a movie. Things like this usually don’t happen in real life. And I certainly don’t think I could even form a sentence, much less have a conversation. But the gal in this video had no problem talking to Ed. 

Picture this: You’ve committed to keeping yourself healthy, so you grab your running shoes and your headphones, and you’re out the door to hit the streets and get that mile or two in. You decide to run along the canal for the morning to take in the beautiful views. The next thing you see is a man sitting in the back of a green boat with a guitar. It takes a second, but you realize it’s Ed Sheeran. He then says hello and asks if you have any song requests! This gal didn’t waste any time with her answer. She smiled and requested, ‘Tenerife Sea.’ 

He then belts out the first few lines, and the runner can’t help but pull out her phone to record the moment Ed serenades her on her run. 

‘You look so wonderful in your dress

I love your hair like that

The way it falls on the side of your neck

Down your shoulders and back’

The video of Ed went viral with over 300,000 views and hundreds of comments! One viewer said it would be a moment she would remember forever. “She will remember this every time she runs this route. I love Ed for the actions - and he obviously does too!” Another woman couldn’t believe his sweet act of kindness, she commented, “That is so sweet; he's such a great guy. Look how happy he made her. Definitely made her day!” I couldn’t agree more. 

Can you imagine? A morning run turned into a solo concert with one of the world’s biggest stars. For the runner, it’s a memory that will undoubtedly last a lifetime. And for the rest of us? It's a reminder that sometimes, the unexpected can lead to the most unbelievable experiences.

Psalm 37:4 "Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart."

Father-Daughter Duo's Hilarious Lip Sync to Aretha Franklin Classic

A father and daughter duo have released a hilarious clip of themselves lip-syncing to an Aretha Franklin classic.

The late Aretha Franklin was a one-of-a-kind musician. She had an incredibly successful career that spanned decades. She produced some of the most beloved and revered songs of all time. Her tunes, despite being released decades ago, remain in heavy rotation.

However as great and catchy as Aretha's tunes were, they were successful for one main reason: her unmistakable voice. Her voice was in a category of its own. She was able to reach, hit and hold notes that most performers aren't able to do. Because of her voice, you can easily spot an Aretha song. No one sounded like her.

Because of Aretha's big, world-class and highly recognizable voice, covering one of her tunes is difficult. Any musician who tries to sing one of her songs only sets themselves up for failure. We all know what Aretha sounded like and will immediately judge the cover up against the original, and the cover will never win that competition. The original is usually the best, and that is especially true when it’s an Aretha Franklin song. 

That is why it's usually a safer bet to lip sync and not actually sing an Aretha Franklin song. That is precisely what the father-daughter duo Ben and Zara did in one of their latest hilarious videos. They devised a hysterical lip-sync clip for Aretha's "Think."

The short video begins with the funny father-daughter duo sitting in what appears to be a car, with the little girl in the back seat and Dad in the driver's seat while wearing sunglasses. As the music begins, they quickly pull off the sunglasses with authority and tons of attitude.

Then, they both play to the camera, using exaggerated hand gestures and facial expressions as they mouth the song's memorable lyrics. Like the rest of their popular clips, this short clip has plenty of laughs!

Ephesians 5:19 "Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;"

Street Performer Captivates with Chilling 'Unchained Melody' Rendition

An incredibly talented street performer captivated with her chilling rendition of The Righteous Brothers' classic "Unchained Melody."

There are several songs that are considered classics. Of course, the passage of time is necessary for a tune to be correctly deemed a "classic." How does the song stand up against time? Is it still loved and remembered 10, 20 or 30 years after its release? Do people immediately recognize it and sing along whenever it comes on the radio?

Thanks to the invention of social media, another way to help determine if a song has reached "classic" status is if hundreds of other musicians cover it. YouTube is littered with musicians playing other musicians' tunes. Musicians will record and then post themselves covering beloved songs. Most people will agree that some are fantastic, while others should have never been performed or at least recorded.

One song that is definitely a classic is "Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers. Although it was released decades ago, people can still quickly identify it, often within the first couple of notes.

Additionally, despite its age, that tune gets the cover treatment from nearly every artist. Allie Sherlock is one of the latest musicians to cover the beloved song by The Righteous Brothers. The young woman's version is outstanding.

While playing the guitar, Allie beautifully sings the lyrics that we all know and love. Her stunning performance on the side of the street also pleased several. As the four-minute clip shows, she amassed a sizable crowd taking in her public performance.

This young woman, as she has shown in video after video, can essentially sing and perform nearly every tune, regardless of genre or style. This video is yet another display of her God-given musical talent.

Colossians 3:16 "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord."

Gardiner Brothers Wow With Spectacular 'September' Dance Routine

The incredibly talented Gardiner brothers wow with their spectacular dance routine to the Earth, Wind & Fire classic "September."

Many songs have stood the test of time. Despite being released, in some cases, decades earlier, they are still remembered and beloved. Musicians continue to sing and cover these tracks with stunning regularity. However, those covers, for the most part, will never come close to the level of the original.

Of course, those memorable, exclusive songs are often referred to as "classics." Typically, these songs are often at least 10 years old. How else can you adequately judge if a song has staying power unless it has some age on it? The short answer is obvious to everyone: you simply cannot.

One song that most certainly qualifies as a classic is Earth, Wind & Fire's "September." It's a song everyone knows, even if they aren't fans of the popular group whose heydays were in the 1970s and 80s. Moments after it starts playing, everyone within earshot sings along and is put in a good mood.

You cannot listen to "September" and come away without anything but a smile on your face. I believe it is physically impossible to do so.

In a clip posted on social media, Mike and Matthew Gardiner once again show off their fancy footwork. This time, they display their moves to the popular 1978 hit. They amaze with their perfectly timed moves, which work flawlessly with the beat and feel of "September."

Mike and Matthew continue to demonstrate that they are some of the best dancers you've ever seen—on social media or otherwise. Their moves are always absurdly mesmerizing, and their fancy footwork immediately captures an audience's attention.

You'll likely return to this video repeatedly; if not for the dance moves, you'll hit replay simply for the terrific tune.

Psalm 149:3 "Let them give praise to his name in the dance: let them make melody to him with instruments of brass and corded instruments of music."

Young Violinists Mesmerize with Stunning 'A Thousand Years' Duet

Check out this extremely precious video of young people performing together in a public shopping center. Young violinists mesmerize with a stunning ‘A Thousand Years’ duet. 

As this performance begins, we see seasoned teenager Karolina Protsenko alongside the young Emily Minko. Emily is only 8-years-old. Karolina tells Emily that she has not played this song in a while, and when she begins to play, Emily says, “Yes,” in response to confirm that was the song she wanted her to play. The little girl asks if she can play with Karolina. She goes to get her violin from her mother. The two of them then have their violins in hand, ready to go. The duo begin their performance. The crowds gather around from all ages at the outdoor shopping center. 

Emily begins and does a phenomenal job. Karolina starts to play harmonies with Emily and accompanies her beautifully. Suddenly, in the second verse, a little boy brings up a small tambourine and plays alongside the girls. Karolina dances and plays. At the next chorus, an even younger boy joins in with his guitar. It is a precious moment seeing all of these sweet young children performing with Karolina. She is encouraging the next generation to embrace music and passing along the torch of a love for music just like she was given by those who mentored and invested in her life. 

Watching this video reminds us of the importance of sharing Christ with the next generation so that they can know about the hope that we have in Him. We welcome the young people around us and encourage them in their lives to have genuine relationships with God and live life for His glory.

“We will not hide them from their children, telling to the generation to come the praises of the Lord, And His strength and His wonderful works that He has done.” Psalm 78:4

Man's Stunning A Cappella Cover Of 'take A Chance On Me' By ABBA

If you love the 70s and like to see unique renditions of classic hits, then take a look at this video. Check out a man's stunning a cappella cover of 'Take A Chance On Me' by ABBA.

This is a creative “one-man band” cover of the same singer in 16 squares. He is performing all of the parts in the song. He begins strong with harmonies and mainly vocals. This song will take you back and get you wanting to dance along with him.

This video is so very fun. The man is seen in multiple clips dancing and having such a great time. He even has a wig on and a disco shirt to be in full character of the 1970s. It is truly impressive that he has so many different vocals that are building this song. He is creating the background, the melody, and all of the harmonies. His voice is super crisp, catchy, and groovy. 

The chorus says:

‘If you change your mind, I'm the first in line

Honey, I'm still free

Take a chance on me’

This song reminds us of loyalty and commitment. ABBA originally sang this song about his love and the fact that he would be around no matter what. This kind of commitment and love reminds us of God has love for us. Even when we have rejected the Lord in our own lives, we can be reminded of His constant willingness to welcome us and love us well. He shows us mercy and His love is unfailing and always faithful. 

“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth.” 1 Corinthians 13:4-6

Celtic Woman's Breathtaking 'My Heart Will Go On' Cover

The incredibly talented ensemble of Celtic Woman’s breathtaking ‘My Heart Will Go On’ cover will bring you to tears. This powerful single is known as one of the best of Celine Dion’s music, but the Celtic Woman group created a stunning rendition filled with the soul of Ireland. It truly reminds us how powerful love is. 

‘Near, far, wherever you are

I believe that the heart does go on

Once more, you open the door’

This powerful single is featured on their YouTube channel and it truly reminds us all about the power of love. This all-female group is an acclaimed Irish musical ensemble known for its blend of traditional Irish, classical, and contemporary music. Celtic Woman first came together in 2004. Their music blends traditional Irish folk with classical and contemporary elements, creating a distinctive sound. Their voices truly bring new life into a beloved song like ‘My Heart Will Go On.’ 

One fan raved about this performance. She commented, “Celtic Woman team (as a whole group), once again I have absolutely loved all of the various YouTube music videos the whole team has recently made and put up on here for all the different songs on different albums; also for this particular song, Mairead, Eabha & Susan, once again all of you have absolutely nailed and absolutely crushed singing this song, and Tara, you absolutely nailed and absolutely crushed playing it.” 

Another added that she enjoyed this particular song, “I really enjoy listening to this group. They come together and perform songs so professionally. They are extremely talented. This song is beautiful. Of course,  Celine Dion sings it like no other. This group of women does the song justice. Beautifully done.” 

What an incredible performance. We truly hope you enjoyed watching this video as much as we enjoyed bringing it to you!

1 Corinthians 13:13 “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

Sibling Trio’s Chilling Version of ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’

Have you ever heard a song so beautiful that it makes you smile? Well, that's exactly what this sibling trio’s chilling version of ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’ does. Their voices were so incredible that it felt like they were painting the sky with music.

Meet Daylon, Daura, and Devon, three siblings who share more than just a last name. Together, they make up  Life In 3D. But what’s even cooler is how the Veater siblings started their musical journey. It wasn’t in a fancy studio or being discovered by a record label. Instead, it was right in their own kitchen. They shared on their YouTube page how they got started. 

“One day, while doing dishes, we started harmonizing in the kitchen,” they shared. “Our parents told us we didn’t sound half bad.” Encouraged by their parents, they turned to YouTube, creating videos to share their love of music with friends and family through songs like ‘The Sound of Silence’ and ‘Unchained Melody.’ 

One fan wrote, “I love this trio.  Could listen to them all day.  Not only are their voices perfectly beautiful, but it's so refreshing to see fresh-faced, decent people using their voices in the simple, most beautiful form.  No synthesized music; no forced, unreal voices as in pop music.  Just pure, unenhanced REAL voices.” Another commented, “Do you think the angels in heaven look down and wish they could sing like this? You are amazing!” I couldn’t agree more! Life In 3D delivers stunning performances with all of their songs. 

What makes this performance even more special is the family dog joined in on the fun. He lapped up all the pets and snuggles as Daura, Devon, and Daylon gave the song their best effort. 

But beyond the beautiful melody, the Veater siblings' performance reminded listeners of something even deeper, God’s presence. There’s hope and comfort in life’s storms as God paints the skies with his color filled promises of rainbows. We hope you were delighted to listen to Life In 3D. 

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

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