this is just AMAZING i love it you have a wonderful voice i wish i had that kind of voice all i got to say is keep it up. :) i loved it i can listen to it all day just fantastic
When I was in a band in the '80's, we played this song so many times. Your talent is amazing. One question though. As a professional photographer in northwest Florida for over 25 years, I would love to see your photos with the Newfoundland scenery. Thanks!
beautiful. you did an amazing job. i dont say that to peoples covers much, especially a merle cover. but youve got a beautiful voice. great emotion. good job :)
You have just made me start loving you. No really this was great. Have always felt this Merle Haggard number was really special. So was yours love you.
I listen to this everyday before work to get me going......I love merle alot but I just love the way you sing it there amanda J.it just gives me a boost or goose bumps or warm fuzzy feelings...ANYWAY LOVE YOUR VOICE...i'LL BE BACK TO LISTEN AGAIN TOMORROW!!!!!!!!
I usually don't watch videos people post of themselves covering other people's songs. At best, it's out of pure snobbery (snobbishness?). More likely, it's because of my own utter lack of talent. However, you have changed my attitude. You version of that song is beautiful. When you are rich and famous, I hope you'll start a story with, "One time I read a YouTube posting from some no talent snob calling himself S0uthb0und..."
WOW is all I can say... I don't know where you are from but that voice needs to be in Nashville.. you are better than most of the people on radio... Keep it up and YOU WILL BE DISCOVERED!!!! God Bless.
very nice job singing this very old song i'm sure you didn't write it so honor the one who made it famos and gave such a song to sing merle haggard i do not mean to be harsh but honor the song with the word cover then the title then everyone now's that it is not your song
Wow Amanda, you did really a great performance on this song, I love it very much, well done!!!. All stars coming you way. Greetings from The Netherland, Rudy
I can hear good singing over the poor recording quality here. I give you 4 stars for a good effort. I hope you work out your recording equipment issues and return with a higher quality version.
This has got to be one of the best versions of the Merle Haggard classic by an amateur singer. You ve got great voice, sing with passion & emotion. You Go, girl.
Wonderful, sweetheart! You can do anything with God on your side. Don't ever let anything kill your dreams. It's what you were born to do. Rev. Alena/Dallas, TX :-)
I've heard a lot of different versions of this song but you my dear top them all!! You have a beautiful voice; very sweet and soothing. Thanks for sharing!!
I love this song and so does my dad. I must say i think this is one of my favourtie videos on youtube i show it to everyone you are absolutely brillllllllllllllliant. i have never heard the song sang so well i am so envious of you but wish you all the luck in the world :)
@amandamjames You would make a awesome country singer on the radio keep on going u will go platinum with ur albums u should try American idol and make ur own albums i would buy ur albums
Emotion beyond your years. A beautiful country singing voice , a good guitar picker.plus wholesome beauty!! A very hard combination to beat.Great job 32,000 stars Please keep posting.
i do some country stuff you might enjoy. Please check out my vids Sammeea
this is beautiful, i thought i was the only person under 50 who knew this song existed, super awesome job, i just did a cover of this i was happy with, but it's nowhere close to this, awesome job sweetie. keep playing.
I'm sadden that she hasn't done anymore...I like honesty in a song...as well as in a voice...I buy what's she saying...just like when Merle does it...I buy it when I hear him sing also....
Awesome to see a pretty young lady with such a great voice sing such a great song. So many young people spend so much time trying to imitate the latest pop craze... I am glad to hear what a great job you did on it. Bonnie Owens would be proud. I met her once in the 80's while she was touring with Merle. She co-wrote this song with him, and always sang backup vocals on the stage next to him. Keep singing. You are Great!
That was awesome! From one singer to another, you definately got a good set of pipes on you. Personally, I think less is more with songs like this, so it could've done without the big run in the second verse, but it didn't take away from the song by any means. It sounds like you have good control over your voice too, which is impressive. Not only can I hear you on the radio, but you sound a bit like Lorrie Morgan to me (who I grew up on). Excellent job.
I really love you voice and your choice of song !!! Im a country boy and I really like you :) 5 Stars !!! Go see my videos and please put a comment :)
Amazing Song realy hard too sing as a singer i can tell you one thing you blew the shit outta that song fucking amazing you are one amazing singer u need a record deal ASAP!
Thanks to each and every one of you who listen to my music and who have left comments! I greatly appreciate all the support that you all have shown me here on youtube!! Thanks again!
Wow! Fantastic!! It's one of my favorites and you really do it justice! I'm going to see Merle for the first time in less than 2 weeks! Can't wait! :-)
thanks for sharing jrshatzeline,what a good rendition of an old merle haggard tune.good to see someone young appreciating the classics.great job girl!65tel.
Hi Amanda...you are doing such a great job on this old Merle Haggard song...I'm sure he would be proud of you...5*s going your way...keep it up...we need more good talent like you here on you-tube...
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Good job. Merle's one great artist! Strangely, I uploaded this same song today
lloydhorlick 5 days ago
WOW You have a great voice.
duffystev 1 week ago
i love it....amazing job
trintdaddylandis 3 weeks ago
I liked this, you have a nice voice and you played it right.
bondjamesbond241 1 month ago
Great singing.!.!.!
Bluegrassn 1 month ago
Not bad! There are a few of Merle's vocal coloring missing but still good!
matzchase 1 month ago
You're pretty to go along with it.
elvis4everlives 2 months ago
Sound like a professional. You should be on cd. I luv it. Wonderful voice.
elvis4everlives 2 months ago
Purdy good :)
86joelt 3 months ago
that was nice
desormeauxbrian 4 months ago
great job!!!
ontario2010inuit 5 months ago
wow ... awesome
pmaudib 5 months ago
Love the song and your voice. I like you doing your own version of it. Lot of feeling. Musician and songwriter in Tennessee.
waynetn1a 5 months ago
Awesome job. Keep posting the ROCK is loving the tunes!!
skidgsxr10 5 months ago
Beautiful voice! Great cover!
Very best of wishes!
GinMillBill
ginmillsinger 6 months ago
this is just AMAZING i love it you have a wonderful voice i wish i had that kind of voice all i got to say is keep it up. :) i loved it i can listen to it all day just fantastic
MsNewfie1993 6 months ago
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MsNewfie1993 6 months ago
great picking and great singing really enjoyed it.
thanks :)
wolf77productions 6 months ago
Just found this. You sing it in your own style and better than anyone I've heard before. Keep it up.
rebboy58 7 months ago 2
You have a wonderful voice Amanda :) When you sing I believe you..........
OleBlues 7 months ago
i really enjoyed listening to this. good job.
MarsAttacks2035 8 months ago
When I was in a band in the '80's, we played this song so many times. Your talent is amazing. One question though. As a professional photographer in northwest Florida for over 25 years, I would love to see your photos with the Newfoundland scenery. Thanks!
MeadowsJames 8 months ago
And your not famous because? Wow! Really good. Get ready for stardom!
bermbuster6 9 months ago
Wow!
footballstar16335 9 months ago
great job you sound great!!
jbr30ERM 10 months ago
your beautiful and oh my gosh you could sing me to sleep any time, thank you/ do more!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
tomcat451000 10 months ago
Wow your really amazing, can you please please please cover Patty Griffins "Up to the mountain" :)
dazzlegal22 11 months ago
Are you kidding?
This one I listened to when I was young! Very young :P
It's an old country song right? Who's was it, Merle Haggard?
You sing great!
Rock on!
Patsik 11 months ago
Awsome! Great Job.
Dustydawg23 1 year ago
mam i just got to say your voice is magical!! i love all your videos.
nakdhoghunter87 1 year ago
beautiful. you did an amazing job. i dont say that to peoples covers much, especially a merle cover. but youve got a beautiful voice. great emotion. good job :)
allaroundcowboy2009 1 year ago
wow girl what a beautiful voice!!! love your rendition of this wonderful song!!!
BrandonHCountry 1 year ago
Great job! I can't tell you how many times that I have tuned back into this video the last few days. Again, great job. Amazing vocals. ;)
funkabillypete 1 year ago
I can't say enough about this song.....outstanding.there a.j
cyril758 1 year ago
beautiful song! love the vocals, nice job
what do you think of the piano cover of Flyleaf "Arise" on Youtube?
/watch?v=jJF4xzKuUHI or type: Katelyn Weaver"
skippy80421 1 year ago
The Lord has Blessed You with a great Voice and guitar playing....
koolie6br 1 year ago
Awesome job.
encorrall 1 year ago
Very good. A pretty song & a pretty woman. You did a great job.
pmul246 1 year ago
you can do it all. you need a band. somebody get this woman a recording contract please. OMG, so good. great.
triedtestedtrue 1 year ago
Ever Awesome! ~
neshkiwe2010 1 year ago
You have just made me start loving you. No really this was great. Have always felt this Merle Haggard number was really special. So was yours love you.
ianwalkerdownland 1 year ago
Love love love your version of this song, with a voice like that I cannot believe you aren't famous yet!!!
krisgally 1 year ago
very nice young lady! you've inspired me to practice more! have a great day...
golaydownbyurdish 1 year ago
nice soft voice yew have there ......
b3autifu1n8ve 1 year ago
good job my friend wow awsome
JuiCyx1o 1 year ago
if i had a record company i would make you a cd, you are great, hope somebody finds you!!!!!!!!!!! way better than many other versions
victoriaamada 1 year ago
A pretty woman, A pretty song. I enjoyed listening very much.
pmul246 1 year ago
Great voice Amanda......very enjoyable....I hear some Bluegrass in that voice :)
James
OleBlues 1 year ago
Great job, gal. I have never heard this song done better. Thanks for posting.
whupass95 1 year ago
great voice!!
slangestorm 1 year ago
can i warm up my sausage in your microwave?
ZelfJeWeet 1 year ago
would love to hear you do some Patsy Cline
Casspark03 1 year ago
would love to hear your do some Patsy Cline
Casspark03 1 year ago
I listen to this everyday before work to get me going......I love merle alot but I just love the way you sing it there amanda J.it just gives me a boost or goose bumps or warm fuzzy feelings...ANYWAY LOVE YOUR VOICE...i'LL BE BACK TO LISTEN AGAIN TOMORROW!!!!!!!!
cyril758 1 year ago
great job
dragoonjohn 1 year ago
wonderful job there A.J..from cb in stephenville
cyril758 1 year ago
Great Job! You have a great voice, I like seeing young people keeping the old classics alive.
greivisangel 1 year ago
you do this song justice, I love all your songs
Lesnwt 1 year ago
I usually don't watch videos people post of themselves covering other people's songs. At best, it's out of pure snobbery (snobbishness?). More likely, it's because of my own utter lack of talent. However, you have changed my attitude. You version of that song is beautiful. When you are rich and famous, I hope you'll start a story with, "One time I read a YouTube posting from some no talent snob calling himself S0uthb0und..."
S0uthb0und 1 year ago
Great Job,......what keys are you playing in???
blessedhome 1 year ago
FROM IRELAND , AMANDA WE SALUTE YOU , YOU ARE FANTASTIC .
WE LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE YOU AMANDA .
SuperKevinD
SuperKevind 1 year ago
Hey you sound so good :-)
paulwinther1 1 year ago
awesome singer!
PurpleRose66 1 year ago
I love your singing and thank you for choosing one of my all-time faves to perform!
MndyHwrd 1 year ago
Hey you sound great! Good job.
wolfpacker61 1 year ago
WOW is all I can say... I don't know where you are from but that voice needs to be in Nashville.. you are better than most of the people on radio... Keep it up and YOU WILL BE DISCOVERED!!!! God Bless.
VerticalPraise4ONE 1 year ago
Voice of an Angel!
DNKStore 1 year ago
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DNKStore 1 year ago
Good singing Amanda, i really like the sound you gave it.
leo5050 1 year ago
you have a beautiful voice. i'm glad i stumbled upon you.
rubberduckish 1 year ago
nice thro back u r good girl i might just luv you
capnhowdy66 1 year ago
fair play to you,, very nice
richybaby100 1 year ago
That was nice :)
memmnock 1 year ago
sweet sweet voice come to ireland and play with me look up facebook newtowncountrygundy and join me , you really are special
THEDUDE30174 1 year ago
you are a fantastic, Gorgeous Woman a sweet sweet voice only an angel could hold.
Dwight would be so proud and please if you ever decide to come to ireland i would love to put you on my stage.From Denis Newtown country
THEDUDE30174 1 year ago
Wow! 5*s
mbluescat61 1 year ago
GREAT JOB GIRL!!!!
whiskygirl43 1 year ago
When can we get married? tomorrow? What a beautiful voice, God Given Talent!
DevinMiller72 1 year ago
Wonderful job beautiful voice.. Happy Valentines Day!!
transparentuser 1 year ago
very great!5*
frans
fas64jaar 1 year ago
great solid voice and tone and love that hill bliiy twang..how old are you!!
dmy317 2 years ago
You gave me chills sweetheart. Very nice.
Hillbillyoutlaw81 2 years ago
Very nice cover :)
adimg21 2 years ago
what a nice voice
JLOVE2448 2 years ago
very nice job singing this very old song i'm sure you didn't write it so honor the one who made it famos and gave such a song to sing merle haggard i do not mean to be harsh but honor the song with the word cover then the title then everyone now's that it is not your song
happytobehim 2 years ago
Great vocals; solid rhythm guitar. Thanks for posting.
CrossTronic 2 years ago
Wondefull! Keep it up!
Paulgnewton 2 years ago
today i started loving your beautiful voice...
renfro321 2 years ago
Amanda, you have a wonderful voice. Well done girl. Merry Christmas from South Wales uk
sweetheartroma 2 years ago
your voice melts me
cyril758 2 years ago
Really pretty voice (:
kirbygirl15 2 years ago
great job girl
doobiesandbeer 2 years ago
You are one of the best singers ive ever heard no doubt in my mind. That was awesome!!!
Ljhar61 2 years ago
Wow! you brought tears to my eyes! Beautiful!! What a voice!
apihtokosan 2 years ago
you have a beautiful voice...
ralliart10006 2 years ago
Excellent!!
extradw 2 years ago
great job!! strong voice too!
jules0873 2 years ago
Wow Amanda, you did really a great performance on this song, I love it very much, well done!!!. All stars coming you way. Greetings from The Netherland, Rudy
tanahtoraja 2 years ago
Perfect!!!!
OleBlues 2 years ago
I can hear good singing over the poor recording quality here. I give you 4 stars for a good effort. I hope you work out your recording equipment issues and return with a higher quality version.
Mr.O
TheMropinionated1 2 years ago
This has got to be one of the best versions of the Merle Haggard classic by an amateur singer. You ve got great voice, sing with passion & emotion. You Go, girl.
mclenptp 2 years ago
Wow. You are the reason why I waste my time exploring crappy music on YouTube. Once in every while I come accross beauties like this one.
Onplezierig 2 years ago 2
Wonderful, sweetheart! You can do anything with God on your side. Don't ever let anything kill your dreams. It's what you were born to do. Rev. Alena/Dallas, TX :-)
AlenaJolie 2 years ago
Great Voice !!! 6 stars !!!
RedneckWayOfLife 2 years ago
Beautiful voice!!! great job!
mopbum 2 years ago
I've heard a lot of different versions of this song but you my dear top them all!! You have a beautiful voice; very sweet and soothing. Thanks for sharing!!
tlcchristian 2 years ago
Simply awesome!
jg093 2 years ago
Wow! Awesome Voice! You Got Good Musical Taste.
scd574 2 years ago
great voice girl ......... keep it up 4 real!!
miss0nikki88 2 years ago
I love this song and so does my dad. I must say i think this is one of my favourtie videos on youtube i show it to everyone you are absolutely brillllllllllllllliant. i have never heard the song sang so well i am so envious of you but wish you all the luck in the world :)
AislingC1983 2 years ago 2
Thank you so so much!! <3 (:
amandamjames 2 years ago 2
@amandamjames You would make a awesome country singer on the radio keep on going u will go platinum with ur albums u should try American idol and make ur own albums i would buy ur albums
Ryan199028 1 year ago
tress belle chanson heehaww tankyou country music very good 5* qc ca
ticarlou 2 years ago
My goodness you are awesome....
XXlNitronlXX 2 years ago
awesome!!!
ericgust82 2 years ago
Another great cover. You need to get that voice to Nashville!!
takman1986 2 years ago 2
you did a great cover version of this lovely
song. great job!!
donkey3214 2 years ago
i play that on my guitar.. 3 rd favorite video, lol,, girl you are awesome..
Gatesysgirl 2 years ago 2
hey you did an amazing job of this classic
rustynails1000 2 years ago 5
Emotion beyond your years. A beautiful country singing voice , a good guitar picker.plus wholesome beauty!! A very hard combination to beat.Great job 32,000 stars Please keep posting.
i do some country stuff you might enjoy. Please check out my vids Sammeea
sammeea 2 years ago 5
fabulous version of a great bar room ballad Amanda You have a sublime talent
suggs59 2 years ago
Wow! undiscovered talent, good job Miss Pink!!! love it!
docelmcdale 2 years ago
this is beautiful, i thought i was the only person under 50 who knew this song existed, super awesome job, i just did a cover of this i was happy with, but it's nowhere close to this, awesome job sweetie. keep playing.
BHBrother87 2 years ago
Good job
bigwillietheb 2 years ago
I'm sadden that she hasn't done anymore...I like honesty in a song...as well as in a voice...I buy what's she saying...just like when Merle does it...I buy it when I hear him sing also....
Great job...heavy classic...you did it justice.
Randy
okiefied 2 years ago
Awesome to see a pretty young lady with such a great voice sing such a great song. So many young people spend so much time trying to imitate the latest pop craze... I am glad to hear what a great job you did on it. Bonnie Owens would be proud. I met her once in the 80's while she was touring with Merle. She co-wrote this song with him, and always sang backup vocals on the stage next to him. Keep singing. You are Great!
dynamiceightyeight 2 years ago
Nice job!
hillbilly482 2 years ago
Great job on this version great voice 5*****
billclorraineg 2 years ago
That was really really good!!!
MontanaFiddler 2 years ago
You are good. Something tells me that you are from Eastern Canada. Are you?
encorrall 2 years ago
Lovely song and your voice is so beautyful :-)
svendsen78 2 years ago
I love your voice I also love the way you sang the song you made it your own
ahenacutie 2 years ago
Wow girl you gave me goose bumps, not alot of singers do that.
Fantastic!
papascruffy 2 years ago
Awesome sing and a great voice - enjoyed my listen.
realak44 2 years ago
that was amazing girl
coolmanuk18 2 years ago
That was awesome! From one singer to another, you definately got a good set of pipes on you. Personally, I think less is more with songs like this, so it could've done without the big run in the second verse, but it didn't take away from the song by any means. It sounds like you have good control over your voice too, which is impressive. Not only can I hear you on the radio, but you sound a bit like Lorrie Morgan to me (who I grew up on). Excellent job.
5 stars!
geetarman21 2 years ago
I really love you voice and your choice of song !!! Im a country boy and I really like you :) 5 Stars !!! Go see my videos and please put a comment :)
Randy83756379 2 years ago
Great song and you are a great singer, really nice you have a nice voice, keep up the good work.
newfieman7765 3 years ago
wonderful
Vaultcracker2 3 years ago
speechless!! :D
jennaCaraa 3 years ago
ABSOLUTLY LLOVE IT!! SING MORE
lstone8580 3 years ago
beautiful...great cover and great tallent., keep it up
daniel3877 3 years ago
one of my favorite songs and you do a great job keep it up
petkusmike 3 years ago
Beautiful,
Amanda, I've listened to several pieces of yours. If you don't sing professionally, I think you certainly could. You'd probably be great.
nierenja 3 years ago
Amanda, you do an awesome cover of this song!
bulbheadmyass 3 years ago
Wonderfull. I must have listend to this 200 times, and it gets better each time.
Best singing and best vid on Youtube.
moalor262 3 years ago
Awesome job!
Danny
JusRay718 3 years ago
Fantasico ! Siete li piu bella ragazza che ho visto. :) *****
freeoriginalsongs 3 years ago
Wow, powerful voice!
jkiene 3 years ago
fantastic, better than original...
debspencardiff 3 years ago
You are fantastic, your voice is outstanding!!! :)
bogdadountyhunter 3 years ago
This is a great song and you know how to sing it:)
cha32808 3 years ago
Another good rendition of a golden oldie thanks for putting it on here.
ROYS5166 3 years ago
beautiful!!
boogieman079 3 years ago
You hit that right on...Love your voice
lonniew54 3 years ago
love it, great voice, keep singing
weeweelegs 3 years ago
Wow. I just have to say that I love love love this song. And I love the way you sing it. Your voice is really beautiful and I love the way you sing.
Imakarmagirl 3 years ago
youare great singer
law61913 3 years ago
Awesome rendition, Amanda, you are a great singer.
bulbheadmyass 3 years ago
My all time favourite song. Just FANTASTIC!!
Hugs,
BillyRay
wjbr111 3 years ago
that is the only cover of this song I'll ever listen too...Merel would be damn proiud.
Great job =D
mirrorscript 3 years ago
Amazing Song realy hard too sing as a singer i can tell you one thing you blew the shit outta that song fucking amazing you are one amazing singer u need a record deal ASAP!
KidKayos09 3 years ago
You have such a beautiful voice..
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PoohBear02003 3 years ago
Thanks to each and every one of you who listen to my music and who have left comments! I greatly appreciate all the support that you all have shown me here on youtube!! Thanks again!
Cheers
amandamjames 3 years ago
Wow! Fantastic!! It's one of my favorites and you really do it justice! I'm going to see Merle for the first time in less than 2 weeks! Can't wait! :-)
LaLaDan2007 3 years ago
dolly ??? is it U ? so good to ear 5*
anthony23724 3 years ago
Just great Amanda. (5*) Sherry Thanks JRShatzeline for the share.
sherrywine1941 3 years ago
What a lovely voice you have! *****`s
Thank you jrshatzeline for sending.
jtls8 3 years ago
beautiful
cltsfn1976 3 years ago
thanks for sharing jrshatzeline,what a good rendition of an old merle haggard tune.good to see someone young appreciating the classics.great job girl!65tel.
65telecaster 3 years ago
Awesome voice and singing
man oh man I love this.
never ending stars on this
song my dear...love ya hugs
Thank you for sharing JRShatzeline
Di
littlebitmore2 3 years ago
you did fantastic on this song! Dolly Parton couldn't exceed you on this one!
allendale1962 3 years ago
Amanda: You just sang this song so well. You have an amazing voice.5*'s and Fav. Thanks for sharing JR Shatzeline.
Ron Warner / Country Singer
xlinda1949x 3 years ago
Hi Amanda...you are doing such a great job on this old Merle Haggard song...I'm sure he would be proud of you...5*s going your way...keep it up...we need more good talent like you here on you-tube...
Thanks JR for sending me this vid...
Bill & Lorraine
billclorraineg 3 years ago
great video/song 5 stars for you thanks to my friend JRshatzeline for sharing
aspire62 3 years ago
gr8! Looks good! Sounds very well! Bravo! Be Well Mac (Switzerland) 5*
MacHardcase 3 years ago
Great 5+Star Performance! :c)
Great share, JR! Thanks!
Very best wishes for health and happiness!
GinMillBill
ginmillsinger 3 years ago
Hello amandamjames,
you`d done it perfect !!!!
5 ***** for your interpretation.
I added to my faves .
Best wishes from Hamburg/Germany to Canada
JR Shatzeline
JRShatzeline 3 years ago
Beautifully Done!
generay05 3 years ago
Awesome job..What a great voice...Dallas from Ohio
dal65 3 years ago
So great so great, just love it!
tom99ss 3 years ago
Wow! You nailed that one!
GuitarGooch 3 years ago
Excellent!!!
drivermciver 3 years ago
Beautiful song, beautiful woman, beautiful voice - just perfect! Fuck such untalented famous people like Britney... bring on Amanda!
ChrisUnblizz 3 years ago
***** for your rendition which is very very good. Great job! I'm glad that jugnutgut put you on his Top Ten.
nancanfan 3 years ago