Sara Bareilles - Chandelier (Sia Cover) - Charlottesville, VA

[@Jordan_Hampton]

She is very underrated

[@silcoxjakob]

I know she's one of the best singers of the 22nd century!

[@TheDrMeowMix]

Keddie Vobaine 21st century, right?

[@silcoxjakob]

I'm not sure lol

[@dillpickle899912]

so is sia.

[@silcoxjakob]

Yea

[@cnealz]

Sara is one of the most underrated singers of all time. I love her.

[@erikac.9464]

+cnealz She deserves so much more credit.

[@michaelk9337]

+cnealz Agree, she's pretty underrated. I think it's because she doesn't really fit into a category. But, she has a great voice, upbeat and her live performances match her album voice.

[@silcoxjakob]

+Colt T She lacks control.

[@silcoxjakob]

***** Yup her vibrato is really shakey and uneven too. Sad. She was very naturally talented. Some good vocal training would've did her wonders.

[@silcoxjakob]

***** I haven't heard her name for any reason in a long time sorry.

[@tgray8107]

You know someone's a good vocalist when the audience sits in silence and doesn't sing along (especially to such a popular song) just so they can hear and feel every note. Rare, incredible, and underrated talent.

[@erenvarli4665]

That and it's a respectful audience (other then the cheering)

[@ekyasamahardika5253]

Haha but imagine the audience were singing along to Chandelier tho 😂 they'll break each others' ear

[@schrank81]

that song was released only few months earlier to that recording, so it wasn’t that popular back then

[@SuperMerahbiru]

👍😍

[@Sir_Konflex]

you dont have to sing good to get that. you have to share emotion. that job is called interpreter. she is *also* an amazing singer but that has nothing to do with how good she share those moments. she is amazing

[@cuchelo1]

Holy. Hell... The range. The vocal control. The power. The softness. The complete understanding of the lyrics. She's got it all! Thanks for posting this...

[@slimshany1799]

I fully agree :)

[@laismarinho87]

cuchelo1 The best comment.

[@briobrandon911]

Its so crystal clear when she belts! its so precise and controlled and her fucking personality! i love her!

[@mysticsmb]

You nailed it--it's the clarity (and resonance) of her belts that's so amazing! Such a mind-blowingly beautiful tone.

[@650sFinnest]

Hmmm do I know nothing about music because I prefer Sia's Hellen performance better? Something about Sia's cracks in the song make it that much better like if it's supposed to be sung with cracks in it?

[@650sFinnest]

Kind of like how crying while singing gives the song more emotion even if it's not cookie cuter perfect, I don't know what I'm talking about I just like Sia's live version better.

[@mysticsmb]

Darwin Gutierrez They're both very different and you're entitled to like what you like. I love Sia's damaged-sounding cracks too, but I also love Sara's crystal-clear tone and resonance. And keep in mind she's singing this live with only a ukulele for accompaniment which is SO risky--nowhere to hide if she hits a bad note. But she doesn't. :)

[@spidermancj4374]

yeah i agree. Sarah's technicalities are very good, she has the kind of strong voice that is extremely clear even when she sings high notes, and she definintely has a range. a real professional singer. i love this cover

[@glo3139]

This woman is criminally UNDER RATED. Her clarity and vocal ability along with her song writing skills should really be applauded and FAR MORE appreciated. I think she’s just fantastic!!!!

[@jlt1778]

This! I have zero hesitation in saying she is probably the best singer of the past 10-15yrs. Versatile, agile, unreal range and control. She makes it look effortless too!

[@TR-ow7dh]

I think she's pretty famous. I'm a straight black guy and I'm a fan. Definitely not her target demographic lol.

[@angelbainbridge6018]

I agree 💯💯💯💯💯

[@trustm3100]

Holy shit her head voice is so clear and bright!

[@TheGingi7]

Tubagus Hadian Yeah it's almost startling how good it sounds.

[@TheGingi7]

Tubagus Hadian Yeah it's almost startling how good it sounds.

[@alejandrovelasquez4637]

+Tubagus Hadian nothing like sia's though.

[@LYRIXSOUL]

yup

[@trustm3100]

***** Head voice comes out when you sing high note with poper technique. So they all are in the chorus.

[@MjYosh]

"It's fcking hard" and then perfectly slays the song. :) i love her so much

[@billyjoekiessling]

+Mark Sapigao I think she meant emotionally difficult

[@xiconp1993]

+Mark Sapigao If you think she kills this song (she is really good, honestly), you should listen to Sia singing this live. Sia is a freak and a godess of singing. I mean it, the only one that I think can be on the same level as Sia, as of today's artists, is Jessie J.

[@MjYosh]

Francisco Silveira Off course I heard Sia's live version. She is amazing. Not saying SIa sang it better than Sara because their versions have their own appeals. Sia is one of the few artists, along with Sara Barreilles, who sound better and more amazing live.

[@xiconp1993]

Mark Sapigao What I tried to say is that on a technical level, Sara doesn't come any close to Sia. But I can agree with you, each has their own style and both are very good singers.

[@MjYosh]

Francisco Silveira I know :) I can't imagine Sara singing Chandelier the same way that Sia sings it. It would probably be too much for Sara. But then again, it's because Sara has her own style.

[@doughvakiin9869]

I can't believe she covered the song so beautifully alone ... and with a f***ing ukulele? That is pure, raw talent.

[@cynthiapiazza3168]

I was debating if she’s playing a ukulele, so I looked it up!! Answer is from Google. (Yeah, I’m weird like that!!) What is bigger than a ukulele but smaller than a guitar? A baritone ukulele is larger than a tenor ukulele and is tuned a fifth lower. ... This gives it a sound that is perfect for musicians who want a sound a little higher pitched than a guitar but not quite as high pitched as a smaller ukulele.

[@jonathanwaddell8020]

I know right!.! She can belt it out all right. Her and Sia after all the years gone by still send a shiver up my spine.

[@VK-pk8uz]

No instruments that guide her, no electronics for vocal support; pure acoustic, and a ridiculously hard song. Fuck me that was impressive.

[@christalmccollim6586]

V K I saw her do this live. Shit was amazing.

[@SarahPullenShehadeh]

The mark of a true musician: record quality sound and performance without mixers, light show or backup dancers required to make it "good". Just a girl, her guitar and a fabulous voice.

[@Tjemcd]

And bed sheets! ^_^

[@BrianMcLawren]

+Tyler Ellis And bed sheets. xD

[@AiVeeeee]

+Sarah Pullen i thought it was a ukulele, but still great :3

[@ioannav.8125]

+Aimee Gem Veloso It is a baritone ukelele. My father played it, and as a girl I first learned to play guitar on it. The strings are tuned to the same pitches as the guitar's D G B E. (Minus the low E & A).

[@dostapajos263]

+Aimee Gem Veloso a ukelele is still a guitar

[@francismallard5892]

Her cover of Elton John’s “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” is stunning.

[@dantesandiego3219]

Very true.

[@LeaMarie214]

That cover is sick for sure! She’s better live than on recorded albums

[@JB-by8tw]

agree 110%

[@andrewjenkins9965]

Funny. I thought this was Chandelier.

[@michellewinfield4273]

I love her version so haunting and beautiful 💜

[@501chorusecho]

To the videographer, the reason this video has 2.3 million hits in such a short time is because it's fucking awesome. Everyone that sees it shows it to a few of their friends....because it's fucking awesome. The performance is so good it easily transcends the shitty cell phone camera it was captured on, THAT's how you get 2.3 million hits. I am amazed at how many negative comments are below, all this horseshit about how the key is lowered etc...whatever. Sia's original is in C#. When Sia herself does it live she lowers it a whole step to B. Sara does it in C, right in between Sia's two keys. Singers are worse than guitar players, everyone thinks they can do it better....and yes, the chords she's playing are correct.

[@8throwcenter]

It wasn't a shitty cell phone camera.

[@Starlight_Silver]

8throwcenter I think that's pretty obvious to anyone who's seen all the shitty cell phone camera videos on KZbin. Thanks for not recording this with a shitty cell phone camera. It's a really nice quality video, especially when you consider it was taken from the audience.

[@augustus7006]

Heather L. Apparently it's pretty obvious to everyone except 501chorusecho.

[@Starlight_Silver]

Augustus 9901 I guess his comment was meant to be a compliment (sorta backhanded though.)

[@karenlm9062]

+Heather L. You may be right, but what made you believe 501 chorusecho is a man? But what I picked up on is that their name is otherwise known as the model number for a tape echo and delay recorder. So whom ever they are they probably work or play in the music industry. People often miss the real detail of people who want to leave a post. So quick to judge, but it wasn't a backhanded compliment at all. It was just an enthusiastic comment. The compliment was telling the videographer they were fucking awesome, but that seemed to be lost on everyone.

[@TheAray6]

This cover showed me how sad the lyrics for this song really is, a girl that drinks too much and everyone thinks she is having fun because she dancing, taking shots and swinging from chandeliers but she is really holding on for her life and needs help to stop. She is using alcohol to push down her pain.

[@My100lbJourney]

I couldn't have said it better. Well done.

[@djshiva]

Yep. That's exactly what it's about. And it's quite sad. I saw a really great interview with Sia where she talked very bluntly about how bad that was for her and it is part of why she doesn't want to tour anymore.

[@ZEYisZEYDUS]

Sia wrote this song about her abuse of alcohol and the low point of her life where she couldn't deal with her problems anymore very powerful song luv Sia

[@awsomeboy324]

e.o forreal I thought she was just partying like theres no tomorrow

[@fAshSon]

TheAray6 wonderfully said!

[@MrHuddo]

I have never, and i mean fucking never, heard such clarity, such fullness and such power at such a high note without the slightest hint of strain.

[@christian-van-e]

Dah Dah then you should listen to some live performances by,..... Sia

[@24_ketutwahyuadisaputra13]

@@christian-van-e then make Dah Dah's ear destroyed cuz straining sia's note :v

[@krysis7]

😑

[@kingofmeereen]

You must not listen to a lot of vocalists... not taking away from Sara’s brilliance, but there’s a lot of singers who can sing those notes with clarity, fullness, and power, without the slightest hint of strain.

[@DanielBoonelight]

@@kingofmeereen true. one of the best being shara worden.

[@Teohzz]

The question is: How can she sing so perfectly? No cracks in her voice while singing those high notes. This is absolutely the best cover of sia's Song!

[@boooooobear72]

Check out the one by Pvris its amazing

[@sharenmateo6767]

Check Darren Espanto's cover of this song. You're welcome.

[@hauii12368]

+Damian Ariel I love when sia does the cracks in her voice it gives the song more emotion.

[@erikac.9464]

+Vesting Yes -- and without editing. I fucking hate edited acoustic covers.

[@rps13sr]

Damian Ariel then it just sounds like tones without personality

[@musicfan2799]

Sars Bareilles is so fucking underrated. Not only is she an AMAZING vocalist, but her songs are so good too! They're not what you would typically hear on the radio but the lyrics are always so inspirational and moving and what I love is that she writes them all herself. I'll literally never get tired of her till the day I die.

[@leejason1738]

+Raye Ann Abante shes not underrated. people lost their ears over years by shits like justin bieber, mo, selena gomez, and so on.. its good that shes "underrated" that way she can keep doing what she does.

[@MrTommieadamsphoto]

I agree. Way Underrated. But that makes her special. She has an amazing gift.

[@peterchandler9014]

You should listen to radio 2 she is played on that station....great station too and totally agree wonderful singer and songwriter

[@stoke777]

She's also a fantastic dancer.

[@ji-soopark57]

I love how she runs to the top note of the phrase “chandelier” instead of just trying to hit it on the dot and go out of tune like most artists do.. it’s much more beautiful like that

[@robertdantona7952]

Yes. Love that step up!!

[@erinv.3940]

This is my favorite cover of this song because of that single note!

[@guezou]

@@lokidobbs3644 she could hit probably but the effect is quite fetching. I don't think it's a question of capacity but a question of taste. The performance is absolutely flawless.

[@8throwcenter]

Hello, all. I am the videographer for this video. I never ever anticipated 2million plus views and the spirited discussion it has generated. I go to lots of concerts and make lots of videos and have not had this happen before. I attribute it to Sia's popularity and the song's popularity. I just wanted to add a few things. First, Sara is an amazing live performer and she sang this song in the middle of a set of about 18 songs. All just as good. Second, I recorded and included her chatting because she is very funny and I think her fans enjoy hearing her in between songs chat. Sorry for those who don't like that part. Third, Sara always includes covers in her shows and they are generally very different from the original, always her own take on them. Goodbye Yellow Brick Road is one I recommend. Never cared about the song before i heard her version. Sorry, Elton fans. Fourth, in live shows, she "covers" her own songs in different ways from the studio version, Come Round Soon comes to mind. Last, I am glad a lot of you have enjoyed this performance and video and for those who did not, it just shows we don't all like the same things. Again, I continue to be amazed at the interest this has generated. Good for Sara, and SIa, too. :)

[@LittleKenzMonster]

and the talent of sara too

[@justsmilefortheworld6523]

The best cover of this song great job !

[@mysticsmb]

8throwcenter You got all these views because this video (and another one from Sara's Chicago concert) was linked to on a couple of well-read music blogs and then spread via social media--because of just how amazing Sara's singing is. Everyone and their brother have tried to cover Chandelier and most have fallen flat, except for Sara. And while this song is indeed popular I think Sara's got just as much name recognition--if not more--in the US as Sia.

[@derrickkam8031]

Thanks man - I'm a huge fan of Sara and the song, so it's such a great thing to have such a HQ version!

[@MackenzieKin]

do you make money off this video?

[@snow.flower]

o c'mon why are people saying this is a bad cover?! this was fucking awesome!!!!!!!

[@EnjoyerofYoutube]

i agree!!

[@snow.flower]

***** lol what...? i don't understand how sara's version is even remotely similar to sia's version. in fact, i think sara's is much more unique and melodious. i hear depth her voice, unlike sia's, who i think just plays the song in a monotonous way.

[@dirtydanthemanu-fan6885]

Agreed

[@crysleemoore5485]

Why is she even doing a cover???? Sara is already established so it makes this look silly. Come on a;ready. I am disappointed in Sara

[@mysticsmb]

Bella Barela Because she loves to do covers--it's her way of reaching out to and supporting/showing respect for her fellow artists. Why couldn't you figure that out on your own??? You're the one who looks silly...

[@dancarpentieri7762]

The "fly" at 4:47 might be the best sounding note I've heard in my entire life. This woman is freaking amazing. I'm shook. Wow

[@BuckMcAntlerson]

*@4:46

[@WigganNuG]

yea that note literally pulled tears out of my eye's... she really rounds it out and gives that touch of vibrato and control. That is so unbelievably difficult in that range for a woman's chest voice its insane! The woman's a literally super-hero with super powers.

[@nickcarneyphotography]

The 30 seconds of that chorus is the best anyone has ever sounded singing.

[@MaizenBlue81]

You set expectations high, you were 100% right. The vibrato and power of it

[@FaizanWoodaz]

That exact part of the song gave me goosebumps it was so sung well with fly at 4:46.

[@ahub87]

I love Sia and Sara. The song chandelier lyrically we all know the darkness it speaks of...dark emotions and times, similar to Sia's "Breathe Me" and "I'm in Here" but vocally it's an exercise of power and control. Sia goes from belting does a key change into very high soft notes. Sara follows the roadmap but puts her vocal style to it. Sia has a raw sadness...one full of anger, desperation and hurt. Sara sings with a melancholy, beautiful sadness. Both renditions are powerful and beautifully done.

[@KStarrOfficial]

***** wow. great way of explaining it! i love when people know music..♪

[@tuckerwalden2049]

Probably the best analysis

[@i.m.5050]

Couldn't agree more.

[@versatilevoice28]

ahub87 Spot on! My brother and I was talking how differently both artists have interpreted this song. Sia makes you feel an intense pain, a pain that numbs you, a pain that is caused by the people around you. Her interpretation gives a message that no matter how inflicting the pain becomes, just continue to do the things that make you alive. Sara's interpretation gives an entirely different story with the same degree of powerful emotions. It has a feeling of being isolated, as you have best put, a beautiful melancholy. This is where you will see how singers transcends a performance and become a real artist. They don't just make sure that you will hear a different sound, but they will bring you to their counterpart world to tell another story.

[@stephati55]

Tucker Walden hjj o

[@KristinQuayat]

Sara can sing whatever the hell she wants and absolutely nail it. She's basically Meryl Streep with a piano (or ukulele, in this case).

[@erudite5694]

María Cristina Quayat Mel Baritone Ukulele?

[@Carla-fp7zg]

EXACTLY

[@evashukevich5640]

Yet, she's so Fleabag.

[@craigcertner7287]

You NAILED it!!!!

[@shaadydog1]

She puts me in the mind of Chris Cornell in that way, whatever she sings it is her version of it and she flat OWNS whatever it is she sings...

[@tiredwatermelon333]

why am i seeing this after 5 years, she is freaking incredible

[@Zzz-dd6fc]

Lol!! Me too

[@BelaAlmeida]

That girl could make me cry singing the ABC song.

[@kdconnor1]

Every time I hear this woman sing, I am covered in goosebumps for the duration of the song

[@tacksscherbo7771]

Bela - or Three Blind Mice!!

[@alikaandrade3435]

Well said lol

[@trovato455]

Type into KZbin sara bareilles sesame street.

[@tkwok7672]

link?

[@SFFL1996]

WOW....that was absolutely fucking stunning. I don't know why I've never heard of this woman before, but with a voice like this, she should be ruling the music world. Just wow.

[@mysticsmb]

Seriously, you haven't heard of her? Do "Love Song" or "Brave" ring any bells? She's actually more known for her songwriting and musicianship than her voice I suppose, but only because she doesn't go out of her way to show off her singing chops, like some vocalists do. But she was a judge on the acappella show The Sing Off for good reason, as she's a former acappella champ herself. Also, she's been nominated for several Grammys, including Album of the Year for her most recent record The Blessed Unrest.

[@gracemiller6485]

OMG. You gotta start listening to her!!!!

[@loriwasedalek8653]

OMG - yes, I agree with Gracel! You have to start listening to her!! Kalaidescope Heart is my favorite CD!

[@laurapragucci]

yes she is

[@SFFL1996]

mysticsmb I have seriously never heard of her before lol. I have been looking up her material, both what was made in the studio and live performances, and she's really good! It's a real shame she doesn't seem like the type that likes to show off her vocal prowess, because she could probably destroy every female singer out right now.

[@April-et7bq]

The fact is there is only her ukulele...but I wondered where is the extra melodious tune coming from... then I realised it's her voice and feelings..... amazing..!!... I'm in tears....❤️

[@churdle92]

"I'm not even drunk. I'm just weird." STORY OF MY LIFE.

[@loveandpeace6903]

you and me both

[@KalleKonkel]

+Clayton Hurdle Calling yourself weird...It's like saying "Oh I'm so crazy", international seal of a pretty sane person.

[@destroysilence]

+Magnus Linder I do it anyway. 😅

[@KalleKonkel]

+destroysilence damn you really are crazy!

[@quotidian5077]

Same here🤗

[@samead4689]

her version is so.... dark. i dont know how to say this, so deep, so dark, the chorus part like cut my head in half. speechless..

[@loveismyname1278]

beltsazar4689 just like it should be. She really captured the emotion of the song

[@warrengamameilhardin]

It's a really dark song to begin with.

[@kshwethmayankh1188]

Listen to damien rice’s version of it, you won’t regret it

[@tommygun5038]

@@kshwethmayankh1188 ...Glennis Grace

[@cynthiapiazza3168]

Haunting, especially without audience participation.

[@ajcbng8289]

She's got it all. Exceptional vocalist. Exceptional musician. Exceptional composer. Performs live like a walk in the park. Wait while I catch my breath... 🙏❤️

[@chochooshoe]

well, that was definitely not a walk in the park... she's good but this is clearly very challenging for her (which is totally understandable).

[@peteswift1710]

@@chochooshoe clown.

[@colineingalla192]

I saw Sara sing this live in San Diego and I was BLOWN AWAY! Sara has this way of creeping up on you. At first you think, "Oh, this is good." And then towards the middle you have to slap yourself out of the trance she's just put you in. This and "Come Round Soon" were my favorite performances of her Little Black Dress tour. I can't get over how raw and hauntingly beautiful she is when it's just her and some strings.

[@mysticsmb]

Coline Ingalla Absolutely love her latest version of Come Round Soon!

[@colineingalla192]

mysticsmb It gives me the chills every time I listen to it! I love her live.

[@mysticsmb]

Coline Ingalla Is there video for the San Diego one? Because the one from this concert (Charlottesville) is the best of all the Come Round Soons I think (though they all are interesting).

[@crazytvlady]

mysticsmb I couldn't find one online, but I recorded some with my phone. It's not the greatest quality but I was in the 1st row so it was close 😉

[@Welshy]

She has such great stage presence, it's like she can entertain the audience like a comedian and make them laugh then bust out a song after

[@jpp144]

Welshy 👍

[@DavidMcFarner]

Im saving my money to see her at the Fox theater here in Atlanta. She blows me away! Laughing and crying, I have chills.

[@conniecakes06]

Yeah I always loved her voice since I'm not going to write you a love song!

[@800Viffer]

Sums Sara up to a T

[@curtisjuma3682]

I have heard Sia sing this live and while she does it very well, Sara absolutely SLAYS it. This girl is better live than she is in a studio and "that" is VERY hard to pull off.

[@shayzamir]

This girl should have been filling arenas by now, she's so much better than any other famous artist I know for sure.

[@christophercobb249]

She is now! Or was before the pandemic. And will again, I'm sure

[@spookeydookeykris3494]

She's been on Broadway for awhile and now on TV. She also has a bunch of albums out.

[@yohannugraha2869]

Better than Taylor swift that’s for sure

[@sayusayme7729]

It’s always the brightest stars who shine at a different frequency ⭐️

[@lilgreenmomo]

@@yohannugraha2869 They're both great for different reasons, no need to play them off against each other. Oh, and I watched the 1989 tour recently - I've never watched a TS gig in full before - I was astounded by just how good Taylor's vocals were, loads of power definitely an example of someone growing into their role and improving with age. It's also worth remembering that Sara is 10 years TS's senior so has a decade of experience on her.

[@1510km]

She warns people that she may be no good.. warning the song is very hard to sing. And she then sings like an angel. This is beautiful to watch. Just perfect. This is real talent.

[@matthewbeyer8861]

This gave me the chills on every long note!...She sings in cursive and its beautiful!

[@leefong3232]

Sia singing this live is amazing - raw, raw, gut wrenching emotion - as you'd expect from the person who wrote the song. But this is equally amazing, just in a different way, and by far the best cover of Chandelier that I have ever heard. Not as raw, but regardless a fantastic combination of technically amazing voice with, brilliant interpretation/emotion that is totally true to the words/intent of the original. Thank you, Sara.

[@mysticsmb]

+Lee Fong Well said! And I agree--not as raw. But instead it feels more solitary, which makes it beautifully plaintive.

[@destroysilence]

+mysticsmb It seems to be a lot harder to do it raw, from a vocal perspective. I find myself screeching and cracking the few times I've tried. :/ Sia's vocals are described as wild and insane frequently. So, I'm just guessing that it takes through-the-roof vocal talent or maybe a certain kind voice. Who knows?

[@ImTotallySummer]

I think it's nice because when Sia sings it, it's imperfectly beautiful but Sara can actually hit those crazy notes and that's what is equally beautiful

[@brendano3735]

Yeah, but I think that this song was designed to make the singer's vocals strain.

[@imgonnabe.6ICK]

Loic Nottet does a good cover as well

[@mbot565]

Her Chandelier performance here is definitely my favorite so far from her all her version thus far! Stellar!!!

[@chloehainsey8571]

except for sia!

[@shanellemorgan2157]

this has been spoken by many people to be one of the hardest songs to sing and Sara sang it like it was a piece of cake amazing

[@babygurlcrazy]

First Sia cover that made me smile. I'm baised because I'm in love with sia's strong vocals but she killed this

[@mysticsmb]

Sia tweeted Sara's Chicago performance, so I think she's got the official seal of approval!

[@socialtv5732]

she gave me chills

[@krislynnj5630]

Oh my gosh, me too!

[@danielaliberato3389]

Yeah x.x

[@Phara7ly]

me toooooo

[@xbshoryuken]

Yeah this was really good even 10 years later

[@noirjacques3274]

WOW, the way she hits the higher note singing the word ‘chandelier’ is both incredible AND beautiful. 👏❤️👏

[@shortbusdriver83]

I know how she does it. It's all in the nose. She and I both have large ones and there's lots of resonance space

[@Joey14Rocks]

Her head voice is so pure and beautiful. It sounds like a bell, so crystal clear. I prefer hers now over the original. Her voice is just perfect.

[@mysticsmb]

Her head *and* chest voice are crystal clear. Those beautiful belted notes in the chorus are from her chest.

[@BillsPodcast]

She lowered the guy, and slowed the tempo, but overall her powerful voice still shined.

[@afiqajenny]

its acoutic. what do you expect

[@deldia]

People have different ranges. It's completely normal.

[@JustAmazin19]

I agree.. Sara is amazing and underrated!

[@rk-nr7po]

Her voice is so freaking powerful!

[@nikeelisabeth]

FINALLY someone who can sing this WITHOUT auto-tune!

[@rachelrandom6]

How is this live??? Nobody's voice should be this perfect. I've listened to this like fifty times.

[@Fyrdnsr]

I was lucky enough to see this live. Amazing singer, lovely talented lady. Hope to see her live again. Such an amazing performer and so very talented ❤️

[@ithinkiwasprobed]

No idea who this woman is, never heard of her until now. But... she is fantastic. This is how the song should have been done, in my opinion. Good job. Great voice.

[@CDO1113]

Check out her albums...she has an amazing live one where she just kills it, especially her song called Gravity.

[@ashpuddle4851]

I can vouch for that!^^

[@marcsa8720]

What? do you even listen to the radio or tv? She´s really famous! specially songs like love song, king of anything or brave (a song which katy perry copied when she did roar!)

[@fayis4everlove]

Pretty sure you've heard of her before. Not unless you're in grade school. :P

[@ithinkiwasprobed]

Perhaps I have, and I just didn't know her name. I haven't been in grade school for decades (maybe I'm just too old?) :)

[@LaMenteOpen]

HOLY MOTHER OF GOD I DIDN'T THINK IT WAS POSSIBLE TO MAKE THAT CHORUS SOUND MORE PERFECT THAN IT SOUNDED.... WHOAAA

[@expansivegymnast1020]

She's one of the best singers out there and this song is still hard for her, shows what a freaking MONSTER of a song Chandelier is to perform.

[@TitusTheInterviewGuy]

Too bad there isn't a studio version!

[@914mongji]

Sara never disappoints.

[@jennynroger1]

Her runs are amazing!! Such talent!!! Beautiful voice!!

[@lenalee1998]

after watching this i can really jsay that SIA's voice is really unique ! Sara did a really great job singing this song, but SIA's range of voice is one of a kind. totally the best. so far the best cover ive seen

[@mysticsmb]

Lulu-sweetie Angel *In the studio* Sia's range is one of a kind. This is live.

[@lenalee1998]

mysticsmb Sia's voice not only in the studio is amazing too. one of a kind.

[@lenalee1998]

&& Sara is ofc. amazing tooo :D I love her.

[@jordydonnelly8031]

Yet to see sia sing it good live.. She can't hit the notes half as good as she does is the "studio"

[@lenalee1998]

sia can.

[@EatinYogurtWithScott]

This is the best thing I've ever heard.... and I've once heard, "no sir, you don't have to pay extra for guac."

[@JollyBlackGiant07]

You're my new favorite person of the week for that guac comment lololol

[@unvmygame]

I'm mortified to admit that I just now discovered Sara. She is without a doubt a GIFTED singer. To sing this song at this level with nothing but a mic and guitar is seriously amazing. I'm a new fan!!

[@joninehritamusic]

Not sure why there always has to be a debate on which is better. Things can be different and both good in their own right. Also, props to Sara who is always giving credit to other songwriters and paying them the highest compliment by covering their songs, songs that she clearly loves. Is it as raw as Sia does it? No. Is it great? In my humble opinion, yes.

[@esther5870]

I can hear the lyrics here!! And high notes were made for Sara!!

[@jstringer4900]

Singing that song live with just a ukulele --unreal. Not many artists could pull that off. Bravo.

[@GeorgeQQQ]

Wow.. Probably the best voice i've ever heard in my life

[@mysticsmb]

You should also listen to her cover of Goodbye Yellow Brick Road--stunning! (even Elton John said so!)

[@spiper4227]

mysticsmb She covers Dock of the Bay phenomenally too. She just has a great range and tone in her voice. I hope their will be a DVD of this concert tour showcasing this and the great a capella song with those other fabulous girls she sings with too. Love Cara, Christina and my fav...MISTY!

[@KarlyC]

She needs more recognition

[@safuan2009]

both sara and sia versions are jaw dropping. She's just honestly sing from the heart that's why its so perfect.

[@Longhahahai]

You have extremely steady camera work!

[@8throwcenter]

Thanks :). I have had lots of practice.

[@ChelseaCameronMusic]

Her originals are out of this world, and she has been a fave female vocalist of mine for awhile. But when Sara covers another artist (Otis Redding, Beyonce, etc and now this) she just adds something and it is always pure magic!

[@mk-vgkfan]

Okay don't judge me, but I had never heard of this woman until I happened upon her on KZbin. I am beyond words in order to effectively describe how amazing she is! I cannot seem to get enough! Thank you, Ms. Bareilles!

[@fallingxxforxxyou]

Why all the hate? Yes it doesn't sound like Sias' version but it's not meant to. It's a cover. Her own artistic portrayal of the song. I thought she sung beautifully! Stop comparing the versions and see it for what is - an amazing performance (:

[@jayybabyy128]

The original of this song will always be a favorite of mine but HOLY SHIT Sara kilt this. This cover gave me goosebumps it's that good. She's so underrated but my god I can't stop listening to this. Haters take a walk cause clearly you don't know a perfect voice

[@treebeard2297]

I haven't stopped listening to this either!!!

[@themaskedsingercucucachu8225]

Amazing vocal, no studio or computer corrections, just a girl and her instrument. Thank you.

[@musicfamily6]

something about the uke makes this song more haunting, which equates to absolute perfection. LOVE THIS.

[@Sssadow]

That comments are so harsh. I was expecting to be very disappointed.... She changed the key and slowed it down, but I still think she did a good job. The feeling is there, and that's what really matters.

[@mysticsmb]

Tiffany Ellis The harsh comments are mostly by trolls. Just look at the thumbs up to down ratio--99.7% think this is fab.

[@paulajaramillo862]

Totally agree...I'm a singer, and it's kinda sad to realize how we all have internalized this idea of "high notes = good singer" and/or "singing super fast scales = good singer"...that's what the industry has told us and we've taken it as something real. That's technique (whether it's self taught or studied), and yeah, it's nice when you can control your voice at that level, but in my opinion it's overrated 'cause a wide vocal range is not always related to a good interpretation, passion nor a real connection with who you are and what you want to communicate to the audience...sometimes it looks like it's just the need of some singers of being praised by everyone (not talking about Sia...I don't even know her). So I think this perception of "ooohhh she lowered the key, she's worse than Sia" is quite limited. The technique should be put in service of the interpretation, not viceversa.

[@Yadeehoo]

Paula Jaramillo If someone disagree he/she is a troll. no wonder why there's so many

[@beverlyhill9947]

I HAVE HEARD THE COVER OF CHANDELIER BY MANY ARTISTS. SARA MAKES IT HER OWN. YES, YOU ALL HAVE HEARD THIS BEFORE, BUT SHE REALLY BRINGS THE POWER WITHIN HER VOICE, AND ILLUSTRATES HOW WELL SHE HAS PERFECTED HER CRAFT IN THIS AMAZING PERFORMANCE! I LOVE THIS COVER! I WOULD HAVE GONE TO HER CONCERT IN CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA AS RICHMOND IS NOT THAT FAR AWAY! SO CLOSE, BUT SO FAR AWAY IT SEEMS IN LIFE. YOU ARE AMAZING, SARA. YOU KEEP GETTING BETTER AND BETTER. THE SKY IS THE LIMIT! BLESSINGS, BEV FROM RICHMOND~~

[@notenoughtreble]

Everything Sara does is perfect. :)

[@vision-gc4hy]

Love this woman. Voice as clear as bells.

[@tiphonydames9956]

I've never heard Sara's live vocals and I am.....HOLY STRAWBERRIES BATMAN! Thanks so very much for posting this.

[@MrObironkenobi]

ok lets just get this right once and for all. no one can hold a candle to Sara..... period. you can ramble on about this or that but truth be told, the girl is flawless in every way. Doesn't take a genius to realize how absolutely stunning this girl sings... say what you will but you'll be showing your ignorance, Sara live,recorded or any other means is a gift to us all. Be happy your or anyone's life just got a little fuller by hearing her sing......Love ya Sara........

[@schrank81]

obiron kenobi well said!

[@djdollase]

Word!

[@chrismcpherson1499]

I need a freaking studio version because this was glorious.

[@oscardcortez]

This chick can sing the fckn phone book and we will all still end up crying phenomenal voice!!!

[@EmotionalMastery_]

Can you believe that l came to love this song a couple of weeks ago after watching sara's cover??? Sara is the best!!!! And yes, Sia Rocks too :) #Chandelier

[@FallenAngelDarkSoul]

This was better than I expected. Like her take on the chorus. Pretty voice that did not over sing or try to out do Sia. Sia has to be happy about this

[@mysticsmb]

Better than expected? You don't know Sara very well then... ;)

[@FallenAngelDarkSoul]

mysticsmb Unfortunately not. The only songs i've heard of hers are Gravity and Love Song (both really good). I'm hard on anyone if they cover a Sia song so I was expecting something bad and was very pleasantly surprised. I'll check more of her songs because she seems like a very good singer and person :)

[@mysticsmb]

FallenAngel DarkSoul Try to listen to live stuff, rather than studio recordings--always better, richer, etc. And her covers are just extraordinary. I didn't think she could top Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (do check it out if you haven't seen it), but this one comes pretty darn close. Cool to see someone who's already great pushing herself to be even greater.

[@sandramiller4188]

Mucho respect. Sia is no joke vocally! Nicely done Sara!! ✌

[@josereali]

Just a ukelele and a mic. Fantastic performance! HUGE respect....

[@RobertGold]

Really Gutsy!! I just realized that she took it down a key, but hey sustaining high F# is ridiculous. Only slightly less crazy is sustaining high E. High C# and above appears to be a challenge for this Indie vocalist (Alto). Sia doesn't blend at all which makes her F# insane. She strained too, but made it beautiful at the same time. I don't think Sara succeeded, as this song takes her two full notes out of her range. However she is incredibly courageous ... hit and sustained that high E ... Her rendition of the chorus withstanding, the verse was incredible. This is one talented vocalist. ~ Robert from Dallas

[@mysticsmb]

Robert Gold Sia only sings an F# in the studio version. When she's done it live (like on Howard Stern) she takes it down as well. On a challenging song like this you cannot compare studio and live--it's apples and oranges. And I don't see how Sara didn't succeed? She's pushing her range but not straining it, unlike Sia who cracks all over the place (which I like, btw). Sara's been singing this every night on tour for a month--if she was truly straining she'd have damaged her voice, and she's too smart to risk that.

[@RobertGold]

What I said wasn't a dis, on the contrary ... I have Sara's music and listen to her often. This is completely out of the box for her. Straining appears to be a word that doesn't describe tone for you, pick a term that works for you :) Sia sings F# live in what I have viewed. We have obviously listened to different performances. In the studio version you can't hear her strain, live I could, but she contained it and it had a rather interesting sound, actually beautifully raw. Sara has a nice texture vocally, whereas Sia, Adele and Ellie Goulding as a few examples while in pitch have some vocal flaws that actually makes their voices beautifully unique. Each artist has gifts. There are very few Helene Fischer, Beyoncé and Mariah Carey's in the world. High F# sustained in a full voice is as rare as F6# sustained with a head voice. Indie vocalists are mostly altos or sing within E3 - C5 range effectively. Sara taking on C5# - E5 without blending is gutsy and not really effective. Where she blended she was effective in producing a healthy tone. I have heard Sia sing this song when she blended her head voice, likely times when she just didn't feel strong possibly in the later choruses, I don't know. This song is an incredible masterpiece as the range is only one hurdle, few artists even attempt to sustain C5 and shift to the third octave in the same breathe. A thirteen year old, Jasmine Thompson is one of the few who can pull this off masterfully at around 1:25 and 3:05. Thanks for your response mystic ... There is simply nothing to defend. I wasn't being critical, or that certainly wasn't my intention. Sara doesn't need defending, she is great!

[@mysticsmb]

Robert Gold This is not out of the box for Sara, at least not for her covers. It builds on what she did with Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. And I just have no idea what you mean by 'effective.' Her tone is completely intact as she hits those notes--and they're precisely what people are responding to so effusively. The only verifiable live performance by Sia is from Howard Stern. She used playback completely for the Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers shows. As far as Ellen's show, most people think she used playback for the chorus and I have to agree. I'd previously listened to Jasmine--nice tone in the lower register/verses but weak head voice for the chorus that is a) technically much easier than what both Sara and Sia are doing and b) doesn't get at the desperation in the lyrics.

[@RobertGold]

Yeah, I am going to stop here. As I illustrated three artists who F5# is in their zone. I think you are reading a critical view in what I wrote no matter what I might write to clarify what I am expressing.

[@HannahRash]

Robert Gold I just want to comment - not to argue - just to voice my opinion. Sara is purposely trying to differentiate between her chest voice and her head voice. I do see what you're saying about her straining, but if you weren't watching the video, you wouldn't be able to hear the strain. It's a matter of perception. Sara is one of the best vocalists on the scene - "indie" (as you say, although she is not) or otherwise. She has a jazz background, which you can clearly hear in some of the notes she picks out from the chord structure, which also doubles back to the clear differences between chest voice and head voice. I love Sia's voice, but she is screaming the high notes. Her voice cracks multiple times in the studio version as well as any live version - also a signature of hers. Sara, on the other hand, is not pitchy, nor she is not straining her voice to the point where it hurts her like I'm guessing Sia does. So in terms of "succeeding"... Sara B. clearly hit this out of the park. And she always does.

[@Heroes4Hudson]

We always knew Sara was phenomenal, but this cemented it. This stunning rendition shows how powerful Sia's lyrics are and how talented Sara is. Makes me cry every time.

[@AndrewKendall71]

Holy crap, that woman. Just when I think I can't be more moved or impressed by her -- to take on that song... and acoustic.

[@kubanking]

This lady's voice quite literally gives me chills. Her voice and spirit run through my soul. No hyperbolic bullshit. She's an absolute blessing to music and to our ears. Thank you Sara.

[@richardjones4080]

5 years later and this is still a spectacular cover and I totally agree she is incredible

[@Negisa]

Can't describe how much I love this woman.

[@DoctorFashion]

I NEED TO SEE HER LIVE AFTER WATCHING THIS...

[@kerrigittings4432]

Doctor Fashion right!?

[@jamesjrmusic]

Have done this. Can recommend!

[@jono1761]

She's unbelievable live.

[@jak30341]

Me too! WOW 🤩 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@a.l.a7901]

Shes amazing. If you ever get the chance DO IT. Shes hands down the best concert I've ever been to.

[@shabindshevixia2913]

She‘s.........I don’t have the word.. I’m speechless 😶 ♥️🥺😭

[@dixielee9555]

she doesn't get as much credit as she should. Her voice is radiant! !😍✌💗

[@kjjmusic]

Best cover I've heard of this great song - beautiful

[@arkano6204]

Can you cover this song one guitar, I love your arrangement :D

[@raniamaharani7318]

@Mr808Late and playing guitar at the same time 😍

[@spandanmusser]

Wow she hits those high notes super solidly

[@limz7ds393]

There's not many covers that I like but I'll admit she does an amazing job of making it her own.

[@eriadkins]

GO SARA!! But what will happen if sia and sarab songs together?

[@ragincajun8970]

The world is not ready for that yet. Lol

[@ayuemilana]

They have to perform in Indonesia :D

[@shinduratmoro2282]

ayuemilana setuju

[@diannease3908]

She is so beyond talented. Pitch perfect every single freaking time.

[@Arieldavixo]

Thanks for recording this

[@8throwcenter]

You are welcome. It was a pretty amazing performance.

[@McFilipa30]

Sara Bareilles really is one of a kind, she never disappoints, I love her and her music so much! GREAT JOB, SARA!

[@lindssomething3509]

she hits those high notes and I literally break down sobbing because my brain doesn't know how to process that much beauty

[@Stu0001ful]

Listening to Sara cover this amazing song makes one realize how fabulous Sia's voice really is. Sara does a decent job, but in contrast Sia brings out tremendous emotion that makes you want to listen again and again.

[@mysticsmb]

Stu Magnuson I love Sia's original, but I gotta say, this is the one that I play over and over--the sheer beauty of Sara's voice is addictive!

[@727MeowMeow]

Completely agree. Sara's voice is pretty, but that's just it, it's just pretty. Sia has the power and the passion. But good job to Sara nonetheless.

[@LushLover12341]

I love the original as well but if you listen to asia live you can see that she clearly uses A LOT of auto tune