Si Cranstoun - '(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher & Higher'

A busker pays full respect to Jackie Wilson in Bromley on 23 April 2011. This performance came after the end of a 4 hour busk (when the large crowd had dispersed) and following some gentle persuasion to sing one more song, this song, but there's no apparent tiredness in his quite superb voice. The accompanying dancers are from Surrey Jive.

[@mikemcconeghy4658]

That guy is too good to be singing on the street. Thanks for posting.

[@jameswahnee-vn5nt]

Absolutely Mr Mike.

[@alziedownes1955]

True .

[@qzrajaify]

I absolutely love this tune and I never thought Anyone could do justice to the Original by Jackie Wilson...but...this guy came close... Bravo.

[@frankstenner5856]

That man knows how to cover this classic soul song. An unbelievably great talent and a very likeable personality.

[@danielstump3204]

Ha ha ha! Jackie Wilson classic. Thanks, Mr Cranstoun, for keeping this music alive!

[@mbsunlimited]

This man has soul!

[@Johanna-xy9py]

Yess!

[@Johanna-xy9py]

Lot of heart & soul!! 💫♥️💫

[@rexrad9735]

Those pants have soul!

[@verlenerobinson3772]

SI you are the best 🖤💙❤️

[@lindajensen720]

This guy just carries a natural high..!!! AWESOME...!!

[@Gary-vx7gp]

Someone as good as this busking, then the other tw*ts in the charts.

[@kevindavies2066]

Every town and city in the UK should have a guy like this, who just sets up and sings, performing on a Saturday afternoon just because he'd make the people stop, smile and dance. Infectious.

[@finnchristensen527]

Though I´m not to fond of electronics replacing musicians, I bow deeply in rspect for this guy´s performance - pure grace in every aspect

[@marilyns8497]

Um, he's singing in the street! His musicians were busy! What a snobby thing to say.

[@jefflaws1505]

so everytime you want to hear song at home what do you do???? Do you book the band to come round or do you put on a cd sorry you cant that is electronic.WHAT a stupid thing to say

[@DanielJohnston-go6tw]

This guy Si? He's old school performer. Just take a look at his microphone? Those old mics were the best in the business. And his choice of era for music is the best era there ever was. 60's-70's music was king.

[@DanielJohnston-go6tw]

I'm in shock! This guy ripped this song! He needs a record deal, like today. He even hits the high notes? This guys got a powerful voice. Great dynamic range.

[@RebelsInc969]

They should play this all over the world, uplifting is an understatement 🙏✌👍🌻

[@patsychaser]

Amen

[@Johanna-xy9py]

Yess 💯♥️

[@jacquelineleighton9578]

Si deserved recognition a very talented young man

[@dennismarsden9177]

What a voice, how is he not on the radio ?

[@marilyns8497]

Too busy touring!

[@alziedownes1955]

I'm thinking the very same thing.😮🤔.

[@firesweeper59]

Hard song to sing, never heard anyone sing as well as this other than Jackie Wilson. Fair play dude.

[@buckshot4569]

Exactly what I thought. Gifted or what ? To be in the same room as Jackie Wilson performing must of been mesmerising.

[@peterbalac1915]

Great singer class act fantastic rendition of this masterpiece 👏👏👌

[@flickdasher1775]

jimmy barnes does it well.

[@waynebar1]

@@buckshot4569 great rendition

[@stevieG.]

It's not that tough once your at a decent level. The E5 ,keep on' is the hardest bit but doing it an octave lower never has the same impact so its worth mastering.

[@mandykay1775]

Always makes me happy listening to this, what energy ,voice ,moves and smile this man has it all x

[@JamesT65]

this is outstanding, best cover I have ever heard.

[@aldinvejzovic3782]

Jimmy barnes has the best cover.

[@timjones6204]

brilliant my man, jackie is my star, just fucking well done matey, loved it x

[@tedcarter8074]

Top notch Jackie would be proud of you.

[@DaynJo]

Standing in the street, and singing like *this* seriously. DAMN!!!! this guy has so much raw talent. Here's really hoping you make *Big* man. kudos.

[@DaynJo]

Some Guy Thank you so much for this just watched the superb coupe de ville. He also really looks the part. Hope he takes his amazing band with him. Really pleased *"real"* talent makes it now and again.

[@DaynJo]

""pop" teen girls with the thin body and cute face that get infamy." You know I was thinking of exactly that when I wrote my previous comment. lol. Mediocre, manufactured, ham-and-eggers, Ah well. ☺

[@richardhagan2583]

Someone give them a contract

[@droppedbye.2698]

So Raw it's gone moldy !

[@richardhagan2583]

@@droppedbye.2698 🤩

[@danielstump3204]

Jackie Wilson (from Detroit) song performed by a talented Singer in London! Ya gotta love it!

[@stepney56]

So many of todays 'stars' can't hold a candle to Si, he is pure talent.

[@bwhllh]

Fantastic singer and I never thought anybody could sing Jackie Wilson's song this well.

[@mitchgawlik1175]

Jackie's son Bobby is doing right by his father currently but this old video by Si is fun to watch and listen to.

[@CarlyWaarly]

Where has this chap been all these years, been a follower of Motown and soul for life and Si is up there with the best of them.

[@Darylc992]

People smiling and dancing in the street to this amazing guy ...isn't this how life should be ..

[@johnypc2008]

This guys alive......It lifts the spirit..........still playing this in 2019

[@lisaellis9749]

Beautiful!

[@larshorlbeck3296]

I saw your show live 2018 in Neumünster, Germany! Do you remember!? it was fantastic all our guests were happy with gig that we had booked and now they all know "THE SI CRANSTON BAND" thank you for this preformens and thank you "RICK" for your management. I hope I met you again on stage like this evening..... "" and now! live on stage from London England, :the SI CRANSTOUN BAND ""!

[@dannyhemphill7618]

Even Jackie would salute u. Great performance !

[@kennydawson265]

I agree 💯!

[@annettespencer8154]

I agree

[@eliatone5842]

Loved both Si and Tyber since seeing your videos of you both singing and dancing on the streets of Britain I love your music Amazing. And what wonderful news it was to see you both in Wembley singing wawwawwaw😮😊❤

[@markkelly940]

Lovely voice man ... Respect !!!

[@juanrifriguez7526]

Hey this guy is good 👌 I really like his " entusiasmo" I give him a 10, well done.

[@dianewheeler152]

still listening everyday and night

[@faxandy1962]

This guy is FANTASTIC!

[@mrnajafproductions6144]

Amazing voice. Perfect for soul 👍

[@rocky-ov6zz]

Him and Mike young in same concert what a show that would be, so much talent and people just walk past?

[@kevinheaton9213]

Superb singer I enjoyed the old classics so much well done

[@J.Harry.T]

Why isn’t this man a massive star?

[@daveygg1971]

Super cool and would love to be part of that✊️

[@jacquelinefox2632]

You know who that is.... J. 🍾💕

[@bipedalame]

Absolutely no digital fill in there. Like listening to the great man himself.

[@celinedarmon2933]

So beautiful ❤❤❤

[@Mizztree23]

When GB was GREAT ❤ 🌅🌞🙌🏼- fantastic singing and brilliant dancing 💃 ❤

[@maureentait8607]

He is the best singer on the streets of London.. Love you loads..

[@jachatterley4362]

Why hasn't someone grabbed these two with a recording contact in their hand . . . I could listen to these boys all day every day

[@raymondwicks640]

Well you keep lifting me that’s for sure!!! Britain’s got talent busking and what a great song to sing!!! Skillz that man awesome 🎤

[@Johanna-xy9py]

Your Awesome! 😉♥️

[@lillylilac3831]

Well done this man, why are people just standing around? I'm a oldie goldy but if I was there I wouldn't be able to keep still.!!

[@SP-mp9yi]

The first time I watched this I couldn’t speak. Si was gifted with a connection to the 432 Hz

[@londontaxijim9526]

A shopping centre, microphone and a touch of reverb. Now that people is pure talent.

[@JanineBergPeer]

He is just great.

[@earthgodspy]

Si, s voice is off the scale, love this guy

[@estherbennett5049]

Brilliant.Totally knows how to use his voice 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽❤

[@oreokookie1000]

I am putting a 100 bucks in the plate now my younger brother.....I Busked years ago, years ago....I miss it...your way better, the best!! thanks, my man!

[@marypoppins123]

WOW>>>>THIS MAN IS AWESOME....

[@ElvisPresley68]

Si for gods sake get some vinyl out ! I’d buy them all 👍👍👍👍

[@TGTSTS]

WOW. That voice! The next Jackie Wilson.

[@uksglory]

I always come back to this clip....so uplifting and my god this guy Si Cranstoun can bloody well sing. I think this is better than the original, sorry JW

[@johngunz256]

you got the game wardens thinking "why is there so many snail trails today?" .... little did they know mr cranstoun hit the block. Great work!

[@abigailserrano9638]

God bless this man!

[@michaeljensen1364]

Not just any busker, one great musician deserving his big breakthrough soon! As per his sign... Si Cranstoun and if you don't have his albums or managed to see him - make sure you do!!!

[@davidwacko6623]

greast but cant beat jacvkie sorry

[@ElvisTenor]

Wow he sounds like Jackie! Amazing!!!

[@sooz9433]

Wow I just discovered this guy singing Jackie's song Reet Petite and decided to have a listen. It was Phenomenal! Now KZbin has generously favored me with this follow up. Can't say enough great about this young man, just wish I'd found him a bit sooner. Soundtrack of my youth 🎼 🖤

[@steveblack3072]

Love watching him doing what he loves

[@Mandy-p6x]

I Listen to them all day they just make me feel happy

[@user-pg5lc6ed5k]

this is another level!! A higher one ... keep on lifting

[@Lonhro]

Jackie was a great singer but this guy is very good, I close my eyes and can hear Jsckie.

[@Brendan-q2j]

Brilliant. Saw Si performing in Benidorm last week (February 2024) at the Arrow Bar. Outstanding performer. Totally new to me = now an instant fan of the Duelers.

[@bradquinn7143]

I never ever thought any one could equal the phenomenal Wilson Picket but I think he just did. Well done 😅

[@martinjaramillo2429]

So many people standing still. This song is so good it is difficult to resist even toe tapping

[@lechat8533]

@Martin Jaramillo My thoughts exactly! Happy New Year 2021 :)

[@martinjaramillo2429]

@@lechat8533 happy new year 2021 to you! Many best wishes.

[@suebradford5758]

Yes 😁This man has Soul ❤KTF ✊🎶❤

[@jerrylott4465]

He’s got a great voice 👌

[@maxineshannonsteele453]

Remarkable Si ❤ give Si a record deal already!❤

[@Johanna-xy9py]

Seriously!!! ♥️💯❗ Yess!!!

[@Dld1985]

Jackie Wilson had a incredible voice. This was a great cover of this song.

[@BigTArmada]

Man what a voice!

[@JR-hz2jl]

I watched this many times and Si is a great singer, showman and entertainer.👍

[@Sweence]

Man this guy is great!

[@jacogast]

So talented

[@shanestevens1590]

Hell of a singer , love these fellas brilliant !!!?

[@harrykuheim6107]

Very nice...head and shoulders above the ordinary Busker

[@sheilapalfrey5122]

He is great. HEART AND SOUL

[@shonuff4678]

Never heard a better cover than this

[@CKANE1952]

Perfect

[@VintagedollLaura]

Si cranstoun!! is amazing!! Big fan of him!!

[@ElvisPresley68]

I am now

[@elizabethmcdonald5836]

Brilliant excellent phenomenal nothing else to describe the singing

[@janiceskippen6021]

The Dualers are Fantastic but I can't get hold of their cd's but love their music 🎶

[@lucyw.mcmellan7274]

Nice rendition of Jackie Wilson's classic. 👍😁♥️♥️

[@dinelkap]

Love this so much ❣️

[@jackmorgan2163]

lm still listen today the geezer sings it better then the great jackie wilson

[@ianhardie155]

Just seen this God has blessed you with a great talent.

[@crazyharis]

Those pants 😅 and those "step 1 -2 -3 people" dancing makes me wanna cry 🤪 ... grate voice !!

[@lordbountifulitsme7919]

Absolutely Fantastic 🏆💯🙏 Keep on Keeping on☑️ you have Soul and I Like it a lot 🐨👍Keep up the great magic 🎩🙏

[@goldthredz]

One of my fav songs, and you really brought out the spirit of Jackie Wilson.

[@Urbanvik1ng]

Top vocals,si is a star and brilliant live

[@paytonfit]

Man that was great! Bravo!

[@royculleton6223]

I love this guy! You rock Si!!

[@taraeldred8814]

Brilliant x

[@covingtonrace1]

I have listed to every version of this song on you tube, this is by far the best version

[@davidbarlow431]

Vocally that's one of the best covers of higher and higher I've ever heard! I'd love to hear this lad with a live band.

[@jasonelvery3399]

Triffic. I was there that day.nice to see bromley(now in lockdown). Ex wife bought cd of the pair(brother).great r&r/r&b & ska.i remember kiss on the lips. Keep dancing COYL

[@deniserobertson2423]

You do the classic song the credit Wilson deserves

[@leahjordana9177]

Brings back Jackie Wilson back... perfect tribute. What a voice... and only a busker? Sheesh...

[@BazSC6]

@VocallySoundLimited Si has plenty of original work, he's almost prolific. Lots of examples on KZbin, including 'Dynamo' (an ode to Jackie Wilson), 'The Throwback' (a story of his career), 'Lonesome Heart Bandit', 'Right Girl' (meeting his wife), 'Around Midnight', '50's Pin Up', 'Wintertime', 'Brazilian' and that's just his recent early 50s project. Then there's his 'Wondergirl', 'Urban Spirit', 'Treasure', 'Kiss On The Lips' (reached No.21 in UK) as The Dualers as well, and many more!.

[@robertswift4081]

BazSC6 hi has si got this song on any of his cd plz?

[@BazSC6]

@@robertswift4081 Not any that are currently available, I believe.