I agree with faythlen. If not sad, this song has been written with Joni Mitchell's personal words for expressing her troubled feelings about life and love (which I -and many people I'm sure- have at least once in our lives totally connected with), and H. W. interprets it without considering much the importance of the MEANING here. Not bad musically speaking. although kinda impersonal voice. I mean, it's cute but that's it. The emotion isn't there:she is not feeling what she's telling us.
When is this girl going to learn that she can't put a saccharine happy slant on absolutely everything? She seems lost in a world of cheery emotionlessness. Did the same to Laschia chio pianga. Go ahead give me a thumbs down. I'm right.
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Don't worry Lizzy, I know what you mean.;) This arrogant pommie thinks Hailey's very pure voice is better suited to her original amazing grace type things, not this rough-around-the-edges number. I just think she's too naive and young to understand heartbreak and sorrow like good old jonie.
@toopeelooo I cannot how some people have such narrow musical tastes. I love Joni Mitchell, but I also like Hayley's interpretations of Joni's songs (she sings several of them) . I like Stevie Nicks and Hayley's interpretation of Songbird. I dont particularly like Kate Bush but I can tolerate Hayley's interpretaion of Wuthering Heights. Most songs Hayley has written herself are in this genre. The amazing grace type things as you call them would be in the minority of the songs she sings.
I love both versions, and you know what? Instead of pitting each version against each other, how about enjoying and appreciating what each UNIQUE artist has brought to this song???
@dalanor69 I couldn't agree more. Hayley's voice gives me chills every time I hear her sing. It is so beautiful, but that does not take away from other renditions of the song. Each of the great artists bring something new to it.
Hayley has a very sweet voice and does a nice job with this cover. I listened to a couple of other cuts of Hayley on YT. Right now there is really only surface "soul" in her singing, for me at least. She's young, and there's nothing stopping her developing. If she ever really does find that depth, she will be an exceptional singer.
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Not bad, but really people trying to compare this to Mitchell's version is a joke.
Joni is and will always be remembered for her songs, I'm glad others cover her songs because they are great. Joni will always have a certain charm about her that no one will be able to touch, not even this girl (even though she's adorable).
This isn't a happy song, nor a sad one. All of Joni's songs have a hint of melancholy in them that's why they are enduring. This girls vocals have no layers, its just there.
Been watching Haley perform this song over and over. I just don't get the responses saying she shows no emotion. I see many emotions as she sings this song. This is such a classic sung by Bing Crosby, Andy Williams and a host of others. Haley does a great job. But I still like the version by Denver,Boise and Johnson
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This is one of the most captivating songs ever written and the original rendition by Joni Mitchell is still superior in every way. It was the quiet simplicity of her voice and her ability to sound like a young girl and an old woman simultaneously that made it so phenomenal. This is just a shiny, empty girly version; there's not a hint of introversion in this. She's not thinking about what it means and there's no sense of regret.
i was surprised i'll give ya that, but better than judy back in the day? check out susannah hoffs singing beat of a different drummer. compare that to original.
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wat a dumb cunt, this original song was suppose to be sad, listen to the lyrics man, someone should hand her a dictionary before allowing her to wreck songs.
I agree. I'd never heard this song before (call me a Philistine) and I thought it sounded lovely (Westenra has an exquisite voice) but then I checked out a video of Joni Mitchell from 1970 and realised what the song is about. This version is an effortless flow of gorgeous sounds, but I didn't hear the lyrics at all.
when it comes to art, words like 'suppose' and 'rules' lose their meaning. you cant say that the song is suppose to be sad. there are all sorts of different interpretations to many great songs. it doesnt make them wrong.
A very good rendition.. Very light.. easy going. Lifts my heart and spirits up. Makes me smile everytime I listen. I think I'm a Hayley Westenra now..
This was well done. This is a classic song and if you aren't careful one can screw it up if not done properly. For example, Bob Dylan could not sing this song.....wait a minute, he can't sing at all.
@WesMantooth73: Ha! Dylan was more of a poet/songwriter than a singer. This young lady sings this very well. She sings without shouting it out, which seems to be the norm in today's standard.
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People should NEVER remake 'signature songs', be it Both Sides Now...
Or Cheryl Crow with Sweet Child Of Mine
Or Madonna with American Pie...
I do not doubt that this girl is an excellent singer but she needs to create her OWN signature song rather than ride the coat tails of one of the most incredible songs ever sung by a female vocalist.
This is my favorite version also. Another good version is by Denver, Boise and Johnson. You get to hear a young John Denver singing great harmonies. But Hayley is the best no doubt about it.
Ive seen people write comments about other singers voices being angelic or they have a voice of an angle but Hayley truely does have a voice of an angle and is as beautiful as one too ! I do hope the world hears from her for years to come and some day a very lucky man will win her heart and I already envy that man she is truely a treasure
This song is an old favorite from high school. Miss Westenra performs it beautifully. What an entrancing sweetness she has, and enhances an already beautiful song.
Haley Westenra, you have the voice of an angel. Absolutely flawless. You bring joy to my heart. This song was my very first solo when I was just 13. You are wonderful and are living my dream! :o)
The original is priceless but this version is so sweet and beautiful, I like both, its not simply whose singing it, its really the song for me, which leaves me breathless regardless
To those comparing Hayley's version to the others, I think that this is a totally different interpretation. She sings this song as more of an innocent who recognizing that she really doesn't yet understand love. The earlier versions are sung as more of a jilted lover would react. I also believe that Hayley has the best voice since Karen Carpenter.
I'm not afraid to say it right out loud... I LOVE YOU HAYLEY! Beautiful song sung by the voice (And face) of an angel. Those whom dare contrast her to Joni Mitchell should be advised that Judi Collins also covered this great song.
Why is it when someone gives their OPINION on here people take it so much to heart and choose to criticize the person making the observation!? Yes wintercat2, I AM on cheap drugs - it's called Lithium Carbonate. Heard of it? No? Then go F'ing figure and keep your comments to the music NOT directed at individuals!
Having listened to both the Joni Mitchell version and Hayley's, I think Hayley produces a better effort. That's only my opinion though but Joni sounded too "gravel" throated to me.
2006? The original of this song was released in 1969 and has been covered by many artists since then. What makes you think that Hayley was trying to me close to Joni's version? This is Hayley's own interpretation of the lyrics.
i really like this... its not ONLY those high tunes wich are very good and nice and everything, but ist the variety, that makes a good song for me. and this got everything needed for a good song ;)
not my usual music, but well... cant listen metal, punk and ska all the time^^
1:07 beautiful :) I'm so used to the "scarborough fair" sound, which I love, but I like this now, it almost shocked me when she stated singing because it was so different from what I've heard from her previously.
I like both versions of this song. The sad one that Joni sings, then this somewhat happier version. I refuse to say one is better then the other, because I think they're both great in their own way. They both have a different meaning, and both sang by talented artists.
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I agree that she has a beautiful voice but she really has missed the point of the song entirely, there is no way that she should be smiling while singing those lyrics, it just doesn't make any sense. I'm sorry but this version isn't a patch on the original.
rynerich. In my earlier comment I stated that Hayley has a beautiful voice but that I preferred the original version. This is my personal opinion, just because you don't share the same opinion as me, it doesn't make my opinion any less valid than yours. We don't actually have to share the same opinion. It's ok, why don't you just try thinking "outside the square a little" (the correct saying is "think outside the box" by the way)
redrob67. You are too tied up in Joni Mitchell's version looking back on life. I think Hayley has interpreted from the viewpoint of a young girl looking forward what is too come in her life. Both versions are equally valid.
Brothers Four have performed this song , and hayley , is sounds like two different , both so beautiful , I am sure Hayley version will be another long last Golden Record in the future.
Nobody is taking it away from Joni Mitchell, but she was of a different time and times change as the song suggests so let them both be lauded for singing the song.
I agree that she has a lovely voice, but I too, like Joni's version better. Maybe it's because Joni wrote it, so it has more meaning for her, and therefore Joni sings it more with feeling, rather than just mouthing the words.
I agree with faythlen. If not sad, this song has been written with Joni Mitchell's personal words for expressing her troubled feelings about life and love (which I -and many people I'm sure- have at least once in our lives totally connected with), and H. W. interprets it without considering much the importance of the MEANING here. Not bad musically speaking. although kinda impersonal voice. I mean, it's cute but that's it. The emotion isn't there:she is not feeling what she's telling us.
billie84 2 years ago
sweet to look @....voice i cant get tired of
MrBravo222 2 years ago 3
When is this girl going to learn that she can't put a saccharine happy slant on absolutely everything? She seems lost in a world of cheery emotionlessness. Did the same to Laschia chio pianga. Go ahead give me a thumbs down. I'm right.
toopeelooo 2 years ago
@toopeelooo sounds like a typical arrogant pommie. You are so close to the grave that your musical appreciation is already dead.
rynerich 2 years ago 4
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I have to say I agree, she grates on me, i know i'm going to get hate but i think its true
Lizzy0191 2 years ago
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Don't worry Lizzy, I know what you mean.;) This arrogant pommie thinks Hailey's very pure voice is better suited to her original amazing grace type things, not this rough-around-the-edges number. I just think she's too naive and young to understand heartbreak and sorrow like good old jonie.
toopeelooo 2 years ago
@toopeelooo I cannot how some people have such narrow musical tastes. I love Joni Mitchell, but I also like Hayley's interpretations of Joni's songs (she sings several of them) . I like Stevie Nicks and Hayley's interpretation of Songbird. I dont particularly like Kate Bush but I can tolerate Hayley's interpretaion of Wuthering Heights. Most songs Hayley has written herself are in this genre. The amazing grace type things as you call them would be in the minority of the songs she sings.
rynerich 2 years ago 4
forgive me hayley fans.held off watching this till now - not a bad job x joni would love it
stevejah7 2 years ago
Who is playing accoustic here?
AWESOME job, shows how good Joni really is........great work Hayley & co!
TheNigelr 2 years ago
she looked and sounded a bit too happy for this song, which is very sad.
faythlen 2 years ago 5
Very right!
bowedmyhead 2 years ago
It's bitter sweet.
mikamai 2 years ago
Wow! What a voice of an angel :D
It's artists like her who should be given more credit than what we have in the charts right now
Steviebond2 2 years ago 4
I love both versions, and you know what? Instead of pitting each version against each other, how about enjoying and appreciating what each UNIQUE artist has brought to this song???
dalanor69 2 years ago 9
Well said! I totally agree! 5* comment!
thisisbernini 2 years ago 3
@dalanor69 I couldn't agree more. Hayley's voice gives me chills every time I hear her sing. It is so beautiful, but that does not take away from other renditions of the song. Each of the great artists bring something new to it.
NPFeifman 2 years ago 7
i love her voice
nicolemmcintyre 2 years ago 3
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bleh, really empty emotiions here... listen to the 2000 version of joni and forget this bs.
guitarjoa 2 years ago
lol
markyhabs 2 years ago
beautiful voice
PrincessAllyne 2 years ago 3
Hayley has a very sweet voice and does a nice job with this cover. I listened to a couple of other cuts of Hayley on YT. Right now there is really only surface "soul" in her singing, for me at least. She's young, and there's nothing stopping her developing. If she ever really does find that depth, she will be an exceptional singer.
sablemountain 2 years ago
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Not bad, but really people trying to compare this to Mitchell's version is a joke.
Joni is and will always be remembered for her songs, I'm glad others cover her songs because they are great. Joni will always have a certain charm about her that no one will be able to touch, not even this girl (even though she's adorable).
This isn't a happy song, nor a sad one. All of Joni's songs have a hint of melancholy in them that's why they are enduring. This girls vocals have no layers, its just there.
themange59 2 years ago
AAH! No commercials!! Noooohoooooohoooo!!!
artistdeterminedmsv 2 years ago
If I could fall in love, it would be with a woman that could sing Both Sides now, by Joni Mitchell. You sang it and you sang it better then Joni. :)
Denerious2 2 years ago
Oooooh dear... No, you didn't.
erginakif 2 years ago
Wonderful song, Beautiful voice. *****
MrMuziekfan 2 years ago 2
Truly amazing, I closed my eyes and Hayley opened my heart.
wambamalam 2 years ago
I love this version,
cse92 2 years ago 4
Yes, angels really do walk among us.
LittleF0lk 2 years ago 5
nice job on a classic song.... beautiful voice....
deanb62 2 years ago 3
she is very lovely. had i been young, i would easily fall in love with her.
ybubwit04 2 years ago
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Love this song
RSTooley 2 years ago
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jimcaywood 2 years ago
I absolutely LOVE this song....and Hayley :] *happy sigh*
princessofGod93 2 years ago 3
Whatever the critics...I love Hayley very much..Just enjoy her voice guys :D
LABE2504 2 years ago 3
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And does Hayley only have one expression? The "stunned chipmunk in the headlights" look.
1:07
It's the same in every video of her.
dogbreath19 2 years ago
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Is no one getting sick of the "sweet little girl" sound? I know I am.
dogbreath19 2 years ago
Hello Hayley, If you come across this message, I want you to know that youre my first love Singer...
worldagency 2 years ago 2
The One And Only , Lovely HAYLEY ...
Johno1863 2 years ago 7
I don't understand why people mark critical comments with a thumbs down. They were all constructive, non-slanderous remarks.
This song is supposed to melancholy...this version just doesn't do it justice.
knit88 2 years ago
i like responding to my own comments just like millie
jrmpens 2 years ago
amazing
jrmpens 2 years ago 3
here's your dept. idiot
jrmpens 2 years ago 2
Been watching Haley perform this song over and over. I just don't get the responses saying she shows no emotion. I see many emotions as she sings this song. This is such a classic sung by Bing Crosby, Andy Williams and a host of others. Haley does a great job. But I still like the version by Denver,Boise and Johnson
jrmpens 2 years ago 4
I'm partial to Nimoy's version myself xD
grooviant 2 years ago
LMAO were learning this song in class!
varsityfanclubfan100 2 years ago 3
Hayley Westenra IS Simply The BEST.
Johno1863 2 years ago 10
I like her voice,It is touching.
a10141013 2 years ago 8
Gorgeous version of a classic. Quite possibly the best version, period. She's quite the singer.
Pacisdiligo 2 years ago 5
A beautiful version of a beautiful song.
yambaok 2 years ago 5
Wonderfull song and voice ....
Dummy2389 2 years ago 5
It's nice to see a young singer doing some great music.
csilrun 2 years ago 4
I don't know why THIS particular song causes so many arguments. Serious, people, it's just a song! It's meant for enjoyment, sweet angry Jezus..
lilrowyravenclaw 2 years ago 4
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This is one of the most captivating songs ever written and the original rendition by Joni Mitchell is still superior in every way. It was the quiet simplicity of her voice and her ability to sound like a young girl and an old woman simultaneously that made it so phenomenal. This is just a shiny, empty girly version; there's not a hint of introversion in this. She's not thinking about what it means and there's no sense of regret.
steerpike66 2 years ago
Good God, steerpike66. How about just enjoying a beautiful song? Damn.
WesMantooth73 2 years ago 6
I agree... she has a beautiful voice and is a talented artist without a doubt, but she doesn't give this song the dept it needs.
millie1235 2 years ago
Truly captivating Hayley, Thank you so much!! :)
dalanor69 2 years ago 3
My new favourite song
kjell240 2 years ago 3
What a beautiful voice!
a wonderful song!
A great video!
DogsAreMyBestFriends 2 years ago 3
i like htis one much better than the original =)
monkrayful 2 years ago
i was surprised i'll give ya that, but better than judy back in the day? check out susannah hoffs singing beat of a different drummer. compare that to original.
sidplicity 2 years ago
this is very nice version :D but i still prefer low... perhaps out of envy, cuz i cant sing that high hehe......
am3ri3s 2 years ago
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wat a dumb cunt, this original song was suppose to be sad, listen to the lyrics man, someone should hand her a dictionary before allowing her to wreck songs.
joyjem 2 years ago
CUNT!? what are u? a Hectic? call hayley dumb and song-wrecker?! how outrageous of you to over-snub this highly talented soprano!!!!
am3ri3s 2 years ago
she is very talented... but her version has no dept to it.
millie1235 2 years ago
I agree. I'd never heard this song before (call me a Philistine) and I thought it sounded lovely (Westenra has an exquisite voice) but then I checked out a video of Joni Mitchell from 1970 and realised what the song is about. This version is an effortless flow of gorgeous sounds, but I didn't hear the lyrics at all.
opalruby13 2 years ago
I agree Joni mitchell's early version was much better and less cheesy
MrSiddeney 2 years ago
when it comes to art, words like 'suppose' and 'rules' lose their meaning. you cant say that the song is suppose to be sad. there are all sorts of different interpretations to many great songs. it doesnt make them wrong.
marine5546 2 years ago 3
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I don't like your language but I agree. This girl's not expressing any particular emotion at all; she just making pretty noises.
steerpike66 2 years ago
Wonderful song, wonderful clip!
colliezoya 2 years ago 2
A lovely song,sung by an ANGEL
kjell240 2 years ago 3
ｃｕｕｕｕｔ！！(^^)
SCRacing01 2 years ago
A very good rendition.. Very light.. easy going. Lifts my heart and spirits up. Makes me smile everytime I listen. I think I'm a Hayley Westenra now..
bryanyonghoe 2 years ago 5
This was well done. This is a classic song and if you aren't careful one can screw it up if not done properly. For example, Bob Dylan could not sing this song.....wait a minute, he can't sing at all.
WesMantooth73 2 years ago 4
@WesMantooth73: Ha! Dylan was more of a poet/songwriter than a singer. This young lady sings this very well. She sings without shouting it out, which seems to be the norm in today's standard.
terrafirma91 2 years ago 3
rather cheerful version compared to JM's one played in Love Actually...nicely done...
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wambamalam 2 years ago
i love her lovely voice
Davian2075 2 years ago 4
its a cover ppl not a replacement-relax haley does a good job
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i dont like it i thought tht since this vid had a lot
of veiws it would be decent but it sucks
PrideForTheDownfall 2 years ago
I don't think Joni Mitchell minds Hayley's interpentation, in fact, I imagine she's more than pleased...
ashmadnat57 2 years ago 7
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who cares about joni, ask what judy collins thinks. she is the benchmark
CamelsAssBangMohmed 2 years ago
Joni was the original singer, and therefore knows the emotions you should put into the song. So ask HER, not Judy Collins.
lilrowyravenclaw 2 years ago 3
This song was written for her, performed much better than the pop diva of yesteryear. Wonderful!
fidigit55 2 years ago
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People should NEVER remake 'signature songs', be it Both Sides Now...
Or Cheryl Crow with Sweet Child Of Mine
Or Madonna with American Pie...
I do not doubt that this girl is an excellent singer but she needs to create her OWN signature song rather than ride the coat tails of one of the most incredible songs ever sung by a female vocalist.
automotivegenius 2 years ago
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automotivegenius said it best! Nobody writes signature songs anymore. They either cover good songs or "sample" them and ruin them.
I was not made for these times.
emersonwells 2 years ago
she is great!!
tongelre040 2 years ago 4
Better? Worse? Why not just say different. She is ....herself. She has a beautiful voice and brilliant future ahead of her.
leahcimber 2 years ago 11
I watched this video closely after reading Davidduckman's comment. I have to say, I disagree. I think she gets it just fine.
pdelliot 2 years ago 10
This is not as good as Joni. And I dont like her facial expressions. They dont fit this song. I dont think she gets it.
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not nearly as good as Joni...she's a poser!
Mermania27 2 years ago
She's gorgeous!!! My idol all the way. I hope to meet her some day.
MrPeterDuke 2 years ago 4
lol lol
MichaHardy 2 years ago
better than judy collins or joni mitchell
CamelsAssBangMohmed 2 years ago 3
This is my favorite version also. Another good version is by Denver, Boise and Johnson. You get to hear a young John Denver singing great harmonies. But Hayley is the best no doubt about it.
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If Hayley is such an angel, then why doesn't she know clouds (at all)?
SereneMadness 2 years ago
She's the kind of angel that roams the clear skies :P
QueenLaRayne 2 years ago 3
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lol
MichaHardy 2 years ago
beautiful song. i'd love to sing it!
CalloftheChicken 2 years ago 3
i love al her songs.
i sing soprano to but i really can't sing so beautiful as her. she's a angel of music
ricovanderlande 2 years ago 6
Ive seen people write comments about other singers voices being angelic or they have a voice of an angle but Hayley truely does have a voice of an angle and is as beautiful as one too ! I do hope the world hears from her for years to come and some day a very lucky man will win her heart and I already envy that man she is truely a treasure
crankycraig48 2 years ago 14
nice song sweet girl
andrea20453 2 years ago 6
:) This song is perfect. The words are so powerful.
estherink 2 years ago 7
This song is an old favorite from high school. Miss Westenra performs it beautifully. What an entrancing sweetness she has, and enhances an already beautiful song.
WRPUS471 2 years ago 10
Faultless; a wonderful version!
atoltz 2 years ago 5
great video and beautiful nz Hayley with her gorgeous voice. Makes my day
kapiticoaster 2 years ago 5
This is sung angelic by a beautiful singer.
Joni sang it, I also know the version of Roger Whittaker, but I love to hear the way she sings it as well.
LOL Ernst from Holland
ernstcharly 2 years ago 3
We used to sing this is grade school along with "This Land is Your Land", and "Puff the Magic Dragon"!
mikesterSTLMO 2 years ago
Haley Westenra, you have the voice of an angel. Absolutely flawless. You bring joy to my heart. This song was my very first solo when I was just 13. You are wonderful and are living my dream! :o)
MsEvaMarie 2 years ago 3
The original is priceless but this version is so sweet and beautiful, I like both, its not simply whose singing it, its really the song for me, which leaves me breathless regardless
EMSqueen88 2 years ago 2
To those comparing Hayley's version to the others, I think that this is a totally different interpretation. She sings this song as more of an innocent who recognizing that she really doesn't yet understand love. The earlier versions are sung as more of a jilted lover would react. I also believe that Hayley has the best voice since Karen Carpenter.
alanhatch 2 years ago 10
I'm not afraid to say it right out loud... I LOVE YOU HAYLEY! Beautiful song sung by the voice (And face) of an angel. Those whom dare contrast her to Joni Mitchell should be advised that Judi Collins also covered this great song.
jrose1755 2 years ago 3
Why is it when someone gives their OPINION on here people take it so much to heart and choose to criticize the person making the observation!? Yes wintercat2, I AM on cheap drugs - it's called Lithium Carbonate. Heard of it? No? Then go F'ing figure and keep your comments to the music NOT directed at individuals!
hawaiianflight 2 years ago 2
Criticisms are opinions too. Why so serious? Stop doing what you preach.
Ortheos2006 2 years ago 3
by the looks of my comment i was having a ratty day. point taken. case closed
hawaiianflight 2 years ago
Great cover of a classic.
Happy birthday Hayley, 22 today
dj737 2 years ago 3
Having listened to both the Joni Mitchell version and Hayley's, I think Hayley produces a better effort. That's only my opinion though but Joni sounded too "gravel" throated to me.
hawaiianflight 2 years ago
You must be on cheap drugs
wintercat2 2 years ago
Hayley Westenra - You are correct I too believe Hayley Westenra is much better or atleast better. And I don't do drugs.
tim4962 2 years ago
Not even close to the 2006 Version from Joni Mitchell! Listen to the original!
Muschipink 2 years ago
2006? The original of this song was released in 1969 and has been covered by many artists since then. What makes you think that Hayley was trying to me close to Joni's version? This is Hayley's own interpretation of the lyrics.
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philjac2001 2 years ago
My favorite part of Hayley singing is that she has such amazing control of here voice and achieves it effortlessly.
dklingen 2 years ago 3
She has a beautiful voice. The way she controls her voice is amazing!
redsoadfan 2 years ago 4
i really like this... its not ONLY those high tunes wich are very good and nice and everything, but ist the variety, that makes a good song for me. and this got everything needed for a good song ;)
not my usual music, but well... cant listen metal, punk and ska all the time^^
SKAiman 2 years ago 2
1:07 beautiful :) I'm so used to the "scarborough fair" sound, which I love, but I like this now, it almost shocked me when she stated singing because it was so different from what I've heard from her previously.
frenchfrybt 2 years ago
angel sound~
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FullOfSomething 2 years ago
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dont really like her voice but the song is gorgeous and i love the way the video is so lovely x
Aarondefyinggravity 2 years ago
:) Brilliant .
KerriW000 2 years ago 3
She is lovely. And I love her music!
ayellowrose89 2 years ago 4
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she scares me
DocsterzWorld 2 years ago
Only because she is a pure woman!
tacotony24 2 years ago 2
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she's got no freakin emotion to her singing.
sk80soarus 2 years ago
mmmmmmmmmmm man that guy was yummy. I am surprised nobody has commented on that yet!lol :P
EmilyRose777 2 years ago
Wasn't she in Celtic Woman?
Grannyslittlegirl 2 years ago
Yes, she was a late addition when one of the others went out for a maternity leave. I have no idea if she still tours with the group.
alanhatch 2 years ago
beautiful voice
bubblez17x 3 years ago 3
I like both versions of this song. The sad one that Joni sings, then this somewhat happier version. I refuse to say one is better then the other, because I think they're both great in their own way. They both have a different meaning, and both sang by talented artists.
Scorpia710 3 years ago 4
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I agree that she has a beautiful voice but she really has missed the point of the song entirely, there is no way that she should be smiling while singing those lyrics, it just doesn't make any sense. I'm sorry but this version isn't a patch on the original.
blueskyatnight1 3 years ago
blueskyatnight1. read my comments to redrob67. Think outside the square a little.
rynerich 3 years ago
rynerich. In my earlier comment I stated that Hayley has a beautiful voice but that I preferred the original version. This is my personal opinion, just because you don't share the same opinion as me, it doesn't make my opinion any less valid than yours. We don't actually have to share the same opinion. It's ok, why don't you just try thinking "outside the square a little" (the correct saying is "think outside the box" by the way)
blueskyatnight1 3 years ago
blueskyatnight1.
type "outside the square" into google and you mightactually get educated
rynerich 3 years ago
Sorry, but as beautiful as Hayley's voice is, this version does the song no justice whatsoever.
This isn't a 'sunshine after the rain' type song. It's very a much a melancholic 'end-of-the-affair' song.
Hayley's version of 'Danny Boy'; now that's a great interpretation of a classic song.
redrob67 3 years ago
redrob67. You are too tied up in Joni Mitchell's version looking back on life. I think Hayley has interpreted from the viewpoint of a young girl looking forward what is too come in her life. Both versions are equally valid.
rynerich 3 years ago 3
oh wow, a UMG owned song thats not muted!
damien1989ster 3 years ago
Good song, very good voice.
However i feel she misses the meaning of this song and changes it to a more happy beat.. it isn't exactly a happy song.
RoleyRoRo 3 years ago
Such talent! And she's so beautiful too...!
xstayxbeautifulx 3 years ago 4
rock music lasts so long, maybe around half a year. about 10 years max. but many of her music probably sound classic even after she's dead.
baulkweon 3 years ago
Marry me Hayley!!! xxx
pyrcival 3 years ago
Brothers Four have performed this song , and hayley , is sounds like two different , both so beautiful , I am sure Hayley version will be another long last Golden Record in the future.
Alungchangtinlung 3 years ago
I love you Hayley... I'm looking Your CD in Italy.
zifaret 3 years ago
Voice like diamonds over black velvet. Seems like she is a good girl also.
AHN5D 3 years ago
Mnie się też bardzo podoba!
masterjau 3 years ago
New Zealand talent at its best!
otagoboy2007 3 years ago 4
Simple and beautiful x
dexter0512 3 years ago 2
incredible
lisbet94 3 years ago 2
Hayley has an amazing voice. It is crystal clear!
caitlinrush90 3 years ago 3
Hayley is very special. I loved it.
JeremyAllenF18 3 years ago 2
ona jest zajebista... jak bedzie jakis koncert w PL to prosze o wpis
urbisoyer 3 years ago
Wonderful video!!!
danpq76 3 years ago
WOW, I loved it, MAXIMALLY. What is wrong with people that they can so easily criticise something that they could never come close to.
I would love an amazing Bible quote that could silence the detractors of some awesome Brilliance.
christerbjorn 3 years ago
Hayley Westenra is miracle!
I thank God that I was born in the same world as hers!!
TakumiSoldier 3 years ago 9
She's been blessed with a wonderful talent, it's true.
Undergottensnotten 3 years ago 2
The best version of this song I've ever heard! Very beautifully done. She has a lovely voice and the instrumentation is lush and gorgeous.
Pacisdiligo 3 years ago
i wanna go out with hayley :)
SidneyXda 3 years ago
Nobody is taking it away from Joni Mitchell, but she was of a different time and times change as the song suggests so let them both be lauded for singing the song.
otagoboy2007 3 years ago 7
I agree that she has a lovely voice, but I too, like Joni's version better. Maybe it's because Joni wrote it, so it has more meaning for her, and therefore Joni sings it more with feeling, rather than just mouthing the words.
kissiefursmom 3 years ago
Haley Westenra comes from the city of Christchurch, New Zealand.
otagoboy2007 3 years ago
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Harley westenra, she sung very good, but can not compared to Joni Mitchell sung this song
in version 2000, Both Sides now. Joni sing this song , no one can come closed
levincent62 3 years ago
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Funniest song ever.
saulboyjt 3 years ago
"Blood" - Not Bolld --- Apologies!!
DessieO 3 years ago
U'd know that there's Irish bolld running in her veins...!! She's a talent..!
DessieO 3 years ago 2
A talent yes indeed. You should hear her rendition of "Danny Boy". My compliments to you!