Anita Baker - Sweet Love

[@sirgant]

As the person who originally played and created the piano part, (as well as co-wrote the song, uncredited), you did a good job. Captured the feel, bravo!

[@paulwwells]

Thank you for commenting on my version of your song. It's robust progressions are a true pleasure to play and have doubtlessly inspired and encouraged every keyboard player who has ever heard it.

[@equesfuscus]

As the person who originally played and created the piano part, you left a mark on a generation of people who had never heard anything like this before, never have since, and wish somehow they could learn to play like that. You put the piano back in the ears of this teenager back in the day, and I want to thank you for doing it. The world wouldn't be the same without this piano part on this song. You, Sir, added something to our culture.

[@equesfuscus]

I just re-read this comment from Sir Gant, and I gotta say: you've received some pretty high praise, Paul. You deserve it.

[@paulwwells]

Thank you :)

[@AnnaMaeBullock]

Well done, Sirgant! I read that Dick Griffey cheated Freeway Rick out of the $600K that he invested into The Songtress album. No one has ever had a good thing to say about Griffey or SOLAR Records.

[@notingz]

15 yrs later and I still enjoy hearing you performing this piece 👍💯💯💯

[@equesfuscus]

I've never heard anyone incorporate such dynamic bass together with such sophisticated playing all at once on a keyboard. Most piano music is dynamic in the right hand, and octaves, maybe fifths and such, in the left. Sometimes, we even get some tenths in the left. But this - this is a totally different situation. Your family and neighbours must love living near you.

[@joemc5341]

2019 and still obsessed with this cover❤️

[@JoseAntonio-bp3on]

Muito lindo

[@antwanp]

I don't understand who could dislike this?!

[@supersoniccheesy]

Haterz. thats who....

[@hot88s23]

Some people don't like music

[@jcduhamel5498]

Nobody is perfect!

[@andreasmoll_0924]

A pervert mind loves pervert music, like unclean chords, like music enimen does

[@Elwrt455]

This man's piano tutorials has taken the mystery out of my fav R&B/Soul classics.

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Ramon. I know exactly what you mean, this song is too mysterious to deconstruct, but when you reconstruct it then the mystery returns stronger.

[@mandiehoward]

Thank you! When my first child was born he would react every time I played this. Anita Baker is fabulous. My husband sings this so nicely too! Lovely playing.

[@Blackanvil15]

bro you just inspired me to come out of retirement and start playing again. ive been playing bass in bands and doing songs like this, but i started out playing piano. thanks heaps paul.

[@PhoenixToluwa]

This is a piano player i can feel in my essence you are feeling this as you play each note was very deliberate and beautiful

[@22BSUR]

Love it!!

[@junbautista4182]

Paul your style and your arrangements are very unique and distinct. Please create more. I really enjoy listening and watching. Thank you!

[@adlmf1976]

Incredible, you always listen to music and think it just comes out of the radio. This show how skillful you must be to produce these kinds of feelings. Great song and an even better performance! 6 stars!

[@MarioEZugasti]

I have loved this song since it came out! Total masterpiece!!

[@tazz625]

All I can say is...AWESOME!!!!!!! From the moving bass to the small parts that added life to the song. You have it all my man. Great job!!!

[@nooblet1837]

Damn! Now that's some sick piano skills you got there man. You have a very good rythm and timing.

[@marradonnamusic]

my god utterly awesome, u r a serious pianist and i defy anyone who hears this not be so uplited and totally in love with this song, its a true masterpiece

[@OdgeBrown]

I am probably personally responsible for 2,000 of the views on this video. I think this is undoubtedly the most justice this song will ever, ever get from any two hands. Incredible style, especially in the left hand.

[@franklincampbell3002]

Wow! I have tears in my eyes. I love Anita Baker and this is the best I've ever heard on the keys. You're awesome man.

[@jimmoselhy9139]

This is an incredible song. I’m just blown away by the technical complexity of the keyboard component. There’s so much going on here, it’s no wonder when you add the richness of Anita’s voice let alone the amazing baseline and percussion that you have a truly masterpiece hit song.

[@paulwwells]

Thank you for commenting Jim. Yes - a masterpiece among very few in its category.

[@devonhieshmon6305]

​@@paulwwells what piano is that?

[@paulwwells]

@@devonhieshmon6305 Roland RD700 SX

[@Seanzilla]

I've had this video saved on my "Favorites" for many years now, and for good reason. It is so well executed and simply lovely to listen to. You do a wonderful job on adding in the voice notes as well, and all comes together as seamless as it could be. What does it for me, is the soothing chord progressions this piece demonstrates throughout. It is pleasing to not only the ears...but the soul as well. Great job, and thanks so much for sharing!

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Sean. It is good to know that nearly ten years on this upload is still giving you pleasure. I have to say once again though, it really is the song which is doing all the work.

[@Frankly747]

Now this is what I call a piano solo; sweet, appealing even. Not all that eccentric jazz stuff with people playing random notes at lightning speed, showing off skill but lacking sweet appeal. Ahhh, I wish I could play like you !

[@mrsteama]

OMG!!!! The first :20 seconds of this video is EVERYTHING!!!! So talented you are!!! Still trying to get my son to play this!!!! I've watched it now at least 10 times!!! Thank you for this classic!!!

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Charles. I am happy to answer specific questions if it will help get your son playing this.

[@andreasmoll_0924]

What makes this song so special. It's full of clean soul chords, non musicians nowadays don't know. The chord change at 1:20 in the original recording is remarkable

[@markasflood8196]

1:50

[@MarioEZugasti]

I keep coming back to this over and over and over!! I love this piano version and Im currently trying learn this peace. I was 9 when this song came out. Have loved it since then! ❤

[@paulwwells]

Thank you for your kind comment. I would be more than happy to teach this song to you.

[@justinchester0018]

Oh my god!!! i LOVE THIS SONG... i always listen to it everyday.

[@俊和三好]

素晴らしい‼️何度も聞いています😃。とてもかっこいい大好きな👌演奏です😆。

[@TheWitchyM]

Absolutely beautiful, I find myself singing to this perfectly! Thanks for sharing your talent.....a breath of fresh air!

[@wayne2k33]

Amazing!!! Wow and I love your tutorials. I love the full body of your arrangements... you can "feel" the orchestration the Anita's writers put into it. Piano master!!

[@sandrarodrigues9568]

Deus abençoe seu talento !

[@vincypinto]

...bravissimo...per armonia,tempistica e soprattutto per la polifonia tra basso e mano destra!!BRAVOOOOOOOOOO!!!

[@taunishagreen]

Paul you play beautifully! Great job!

[@lucchang]

i heard it maybe 14 years ago and was listening it many times as i adored the way you played it with emotion. Today it was proposed to me and i enjoyed it as always, Thank you

[@paulwwells]

Thank you for your comment, and your loyalty to this version. I've tried playing it again just now to see how well my brain cells remember :)

[@gerritblewett2916]

With all my heart, I love you baby Stay with me, and you will see my arms will hold you, baby Never leave, 'cause I believe I'm in love Sweet love hear me callin' out your name I feel no shame; I'm in love Sweet love, don't you ever go away It'll always be this way Your heart has called me closer to you I will be all that you need Just trust in what we're feeling Never leave, 'cause baby, I believe In this love Sweet love hear me callin' out your name I feel no shame; I'm in love Sweet love, don't you ever go away It'll always be this way There's no stronger love in this world, Oh, baby, no You're my man; I'm your girl I'll never go. Wait and see, can't be wrong Don't you know this is where you belong? How sweet this dream, how lovely, bab

[@lobatoulr7154]

....Thank you Gerrit 👍

[@WildWildWest30000]

I havent said this before coz i wasnt on my acc but dude u are incredible. Youve got a beautiful gift right there. Something about your playing that exceeds a normal cover, such a blessing to hear your gift. Love love love love!!! Please keep doing what you do coz you are bloody amazing!!!!!!! Wish i cud play like that :p

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Tara. All praise should go to the song though. Those chords were always there waiting to make a musical feast. I have put the same effort into other covers but none has the lift that this one has.

[@arrell]

Hey Paul, appreciate you posting your transcriptions to your website as well.

[@paulwwells]

You are very welcome.

[@kat3978]

I absolutely love This! I would love to sit at the piano and sing this. Awesome job!

[@agnieszkar72]

rewelacyjne wykonanie

[@darkchild5]

Sounds amazing...soul bumps all over especially the bridge

[@cleggynet]

Fantastic performance Paul, your best by a country mile!!! I'm in awe at your skill and amazed at just how easy you make it look. Keep it up......!

[@oyo2394]

this dude killed it!! i could just listen to this for hours. great job!

[@budgetpack]

Once again an excellent interpretation, with an impressive base line. Keep them coming, I find you work inspiring!

[@jet07son]

Agree , the base line in Paul’s songs are great

[@pickzkickz]

I commented over 4 years ago and I must say this is still my favorite piano video!!

[@richardevans7035]

Stunning used to hear this version at a 5 star hotel

[@Nathanaelsun22]

Just so good..... I adore your song choices as well ...

[@lilirarapop]

This is very sweet indeed

[@cleggynet]

Checked out most of your tunes and this is without doubt the best by a country mile. Amazed at just how well you play in general though. Keep it up, you give a lot of people a lot of enjoyment you know...!

[@paulwwells]

@ojb1989 Thank you. Nothing beats playing the whole thing on your own in one take for raw power of expression. I'll try to find more songs like this one, but I suspect there aren't many.

[@KuroMicra]

Absolutely fantastic! Top stuff and a classic jam.

[@marlena480]

Bravo bravo!!!! Respect from Crimea!

[@encendio7]

Man, reminds me of the radio station CD 101.9 Smooth Jazz. Great playing, keep putting up great stuff.

[@topflightstyle4141]

I have made people look at me in amazement because of you and your tutorial ! Just wanted to say thanks and you are a deadly accurate musician !

[@charleetaylor8525]

Took me all the way back with this one you are truly talented!!

[@jaymac4273]

Absolutely perfect. Great execution

[@zararity]

I've come to your channel from your Van der Graaf Generator 'Darkness' cover to find this, a cover of one of my many favourite songs. Your taste in music seems to be as wide as my own!

[@Jardonv]

You are sooo brilliant, im a vocalist and ive been practicing this song since i saw Beyonce do it live in Las Vegas. If i ever become a huge success im making you my pianist!!

[@msvee812]

that was awesome..and I love the fact how you got the picture of her at your right hand. Indeed.

[@mzpreciouz86]

I was in awe...you actually killed it hun- WELL DONE! Very talented x

[@TianaGerman29]

I never forgot this cover!!!!! Use to play it all the time 😢💙

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Tiana. It is very kind of you to comment :)

[@perfectoneness]

Beautiful and soul stirring. You are awesome man! I love your style and technique. A song can be a song but a pianist can make any song sound like a piece of heaven. You have that GIFT! Don't ever stop and I will continue looking to you as a role model my friend. Take care :)

[@kawasakisarge]

You my friend are sublime. I play this too but am humbled by your virtuoso performance

[@paulwwells]

Thank you - I still get pleasure from playing this song for my own amusement.

[@renatas.5531]

Som altamente curativo, magnífico.

[@WillieWagglestick]

Great, love this. Really nice sounding digital piano too.

[@viviennet6119]

I found it when I will cover this song using Piano too, thankyou for sharing Paul 🥰

[@jspartacus]

So sweet! It ain't about speed, it's about SOUL! Nicely played.

[@indigobeauty1]

BRAVO!!! keep blessing us with your talents. PEACE

[@vinill44]

Man i am from Brazil...and i jus wanna say Thank you! it will be my celphone play list! truste me!

[@007darren]

repeat - amazing. seriously well played. I'm trying to learn it, but will never be as good as this...

[@daveynight]

All I can say is, after watching Anita Baker videos, ...wow! great work there :)

[@pmb76]

Thank you for posting this. I could listen to you play every single day.

[@1helluvawomen]

Mind Blown!! Amazing!!

[@tiatia32]

I just lve this i learned to play it but i get goose bumps when i hear this thankyou for doin this your awesome!

[@dmusic132]

I play the drums, i really love music but you really made me wanna learn play keyboard/piano just like you! I have seen many people play the piano but you really did it! :) Respect!

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Black Jack. I'll keep going. The TODO list is growing all the time.

[@datheat99]

Truly an amazing performance. I wish I could play like that.

[@amandagrace6877]

This is it for 2020!!! Omg I'm in love!!! Thank you sir for executing this to the tee.... Stay Blessed!!!

[@jazzassin2150]

I like your Piano & Bass Style. You are really good.

[@Elwrt455]

Paul thank you so much for this piano tutorial!

[@BADNTJD]

This is very good! Peaceful. I loved it.

[@PIDOPERSON]

congratulations from Chile. Rodolfo. i love the music.

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Matthew. I used to play this song back in the early 90s when I first heard it, but I polished it up again for making this vid.

[@marcusalexander2222]

Amazing piano work sir,if heaven had a height that song would be that tall...the rapture album is one of the greatest albums of all time...play on player

[@dancingmckay]

Beautiful, great feelin in your music!

[@Outofcuriosity_]

HOLY SHIT MAN! her songs with words are powerful but without the words you certainly pick up the slack

[@danilogalindoadv]

Fantástico! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@Mochahcntas]

This is so beautiful

[@funnyshizz123]

Paul I often drop by to listen to your stuff. Masterful expression and you always seem to choose tracks with really interesting chord progressions. It's a joy to watch your fingers work that magic. Cheers fella :)

[@southernkeyz1]

great job u hit every lick as the original piece!

[@opioid1000]

fantastic job..true artist

[@henryhoodrich1273]

Amazing

[@raddicks1]

SPOT ON! TALENT TO THE MAX!

[@DarkAnGeLl1993]

Simply Ammmmazzinggg KEEP PLAYING MUSIC LIKE THIS!! THe truth

[@LexFulgencio]

Hand work is 🔥 you owned this piano cover. Great Work

[@Wet_plastic]

I've heard people play this song good, but man when I heard you play it I waz in shock.

[@taliamarshall6438]

Best cover ever!!

[@jonnsmith4902]

Brilliant 👏

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Jonn.

[@Fieldsfangirl28]

awesome 80's classic bella bella(Beautiful , beautiful)

[@CharlesGJ1]

great score!

[@pakmanishere]

good job bro i hope you putting these talents to work, simply awesome........Thanks for this.................

[@mauriceedwardj3112]

You Betta play that song! Yes lawd!!!

[@eric9901]

i had to hit the like button right after hearing those opening chords. i already knew you nailed the rest of the song. well done :D

[@paulwwells]

Thank you Eric. Yes, it's a hugely distinctive opening to one of the most powerful keyboard songs ever created. No warm up time needed. :)

[@paulwwells]

@alsowntube You are very welcome. Thanks for your comment. Glad you like my renditions.