Joan Osborne: What becomes of the broken hearted?

Joan Osborne sings What becomes of the broken hearted? From the documentary "Standing in the shadows of Motown" The story of the Funk Brothers.

[@DavoZed]

She and the Funk Brothers crush this song. Amazing.

[@johnweaver1198]

Crush with a capital C. I got to thinking who could pull this off other than her and not muck it up. Hayley Williams from the debunked band Paramore. Could keep it on autoplay all day.....

[@joecummings9662]

Crush is right

[@Hapenparadise]

THE BEST❣️

[@richardfurlott4243]

None better !

[@petermcclenaghan5735]

yes they do

[@guitarfan21]

I can never get enough of this rendition......... this is by far the best best quality rendition. What a pairing of Joan and the Funk Bros. Absolute magic!!!!!!

[@tomgeauvreau7099]

Joan and the Funk Brothers just kill it. One of the greatest Motown songs given an epic performance.

[@richardgordon1040]

I first saw "Standing in the Shadows of Motown" (in the late-lamented Guild 45th theater here in Seattle) when the movie was first released At the end of Joan Osborne's cover of "What Becomes of the Broken Hearted", the movie theater audience immediatley burst into a wild round of loud cheering and applause which eneded with the entire theater audience giving her a standing ovation - in a movie theater - right in the middle of the movie!! Never experienced anything remotely like that in a movie theater before or since. But it was absolutely the perfect response at the perfect moment.

[@oldprankster7606]

People know when they've been to the musical mountaintop. By far, the best performance in the documentary.

[@dennispage7972]

she deserved it! ...I'm by myself and gave her one!

[@CalTxDude]

Wow! A stunning response! Thank you for sharing this!

[@kajuntex7677]

I never get tired of hearing this beautiful song by Joan and the Funk Brothers.... What wonderful talent that will not ever be replicated.

[@seancoxe3577]

When something comes off perfectly, you sense it in your core, even if you can't verbalize the feeling. This is perfect. I must have watched this a hundred times, and every time it just guts me. Wonderful cover by Joan and the Funk Brothers!

[@JD1223]

What a great sound and vocals!!!

[@urielmilo3681]

pro tip: watch movies at Flixzone. Been using it for watching lots of of movies these days.

[@urieladen8242]

@Uriel Milo yup, I've been watching on flixzone for since november myself =)

[@stevenroby8607]

She is one of the greatest singers ever!

[@richardfurlott4243]

100 more times !

[@oldprankster7606]

Absolutely one of the best, if not the best, live covers of a classic that I've ever heard in my life.. The Funk Brothers still had it twenty years ago, and Joan Osborne, with her inspired, raspy voice ranging all over the song, is just spine tingling. Absolute perfection - and done live to boot. Try replicating that energy and sublime performance in a studio with autotune. I double-dog dare anyone.

[@raywebb4824]

Wow!!! What more csn you say!

[@terrywatson1583]

Funk Brothers-GRESTEST BAND EVER.

[@MakAttackMusic]

You can never replicate that kind of energy in a studio. After this (at the time) new revision, kinda hard to top that! Brings me to tears everytime I watch this!

[@AnitaMariaWhite]

Now you have spoken the Algonquin J Calhoun truth. (I am lovingly old enough to remember "double dog dare") ... lol

[@oldprankster7606]

@@AnitaMariaWhite Wow. I didn't think anyone remembered A.J. Calhoun. However, the phrase was used in "A Christmas Story". with the kid getting his tongue frozen to the basketball pole, on a double dog dare.

[@toddbrittain1060]

Being a bass player and Jamerson devotee { Babbitt was no slouch on bass either - as he so amply demonstrates here } I watched the SITSOM movie with a great deal of enthusiasm and was completely blown away, especially by this performance. The song is timeless. Joan Osborn is stellar. The band is magnificent. One of the greatest live performances of a Motown hit, EVER and the very essence of great soul music. Jimmy Ruffin would be proud. 🙂

[@kurtbuchholz920]

Man,you got that right!!

[@oldprankster7606]

Amen to that, brother!

[@oldprankster7606]

No doubt about it!

[@davedrifter416]

Can I get an amen on this? Pittsburgh’s own Bobby Babbitt is indeed no slouch. These legends as with the infamous Wrecking Crew will never come this way again. We were blessed to have lived this music and I’m so happy to see more of it preserved for future generations. So that they will know how it’s done! Goosebumps watching this!

[@roberthayes7986]

Jameson "AKA THE HOOK" Bob is a great replacement 🎸👈👍

[@Hapenparadise]

LOVE THOSE DRUMMERS AND BACKUP SINGERS! Fabulous! Not to mention all the brass!!!

[@johnmurphy1660]

Fabolous rendition. Just made my month. Motown will live forever in my heart.

[@richardcline3148]

Ms. Joan absolutely now OWNS this song !! When I first saw the movie ("STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN") everybody in the audience stood up & cheered at the end !! I couldn't remember the last time so many people were touched by a movie !! I stayed and watched it a 2nd time - the same thing happened !! Finally THE FUNK BROTHERS were getting their long overdue recognition. DID THEY STILL HAVE IT ?? THEY WILL...FOREVER !! God bless you Joan.

[@garyhieronymus9072]

And that ladies and gentlement is how it is done. That is SOUL DEEP, and heaven bound.

[@oldprankster7606]

Amen, brother!

[@davedrifter416]

The Funk Brothers and Joan nail this to the wall! Damn great to see these legends perform. More, more, they just don’t do music this good anymore.

[@petervalentine6083]

Every time I hear her rendition I start crying this song is so emotional who hasn't had heartbroken

[@sjparadiso]

Hard to believe it’s been 20 years since this was recorded for the amazing documentary, Standing in the Shadows of Motown. And now with Jack Ashford being the last surviving member of the Funk Brothers, this masterful performance all the more poignant.

[@kyratownes4554]

Ashford being the soul surviving Funk Brother this song has new meaning!

[@tj3859]

Best Documentary I ever watched!!

[@alanwest1557]

Just sensational on every level, vocals, musicianship, arrangement , the complete package !! Joan Osbourne posess a unique vocal tone that complements this performance perfectly.

[@oldprankster7606]

Joan Osborne is is fabulous, period. End of story.

[@JackycClark]

She just feels it and when she sings you can't help but feel it too . Joan Osborne is a gift .

[@mikegregory7844]

To sing it like this you know she has “lived it” like so many others have.

[@garrybenford9670]

Joan Osbourne and The Funk Brothers. Can't be better than that!

[@mistero1951]

Imagine what an experience it must have been to have seen this performance live! Absolute perfection!

[@williamembury2618]

She was my Wife and soulmate and died in my arms 25 years ago. This song expresses my feelings so well. The pain of loss never goes away.

[@blazingcatfur]

It never does.

[@johnhackenburg5369]

I didn't know Joan died

[@marioct130]

This is best performance I have ever witnessed. I watch/listen often.

[@DigitalLazarus]

Right through the solar plexus, every single solitary time! Magnificent!

[@fingerfret8645]

This sends chills down my spine!!

[@chrisharro]

Mine too!

[@MrWahooknows]

What a voice; what a band.

[@mrjoesmith5930]

Damn this is a beautiful song done with a great band and beautiful woman. Amazing. I never get tired of it.

[@oldprankster7606]

Me either!

[@armstronglance]

I never get tired of listening to this one. Perfect Joan and the classy masters of soul.!!! Ii spent many years playing these tunes in bands. It's sad they didn't get paid better by Mr Gordy.

[@oldprankster7606]

Berry Gordy left for LA and left some of his pioneering singers and the Funk Brothers behind, with no show of gratitude. As great a pioneer as he was, I will never forgive him for that.

[@kenkarr8353]

I love this woman, she's AMAZING. What if God heard her sing this song!

[@MelodyFox]

Ken Karr 😁 I'm sure he has already...🙂 LPM♥☮🎵

[@richardlstern9840]

What if God heard her sing "One of us"? What would he/she say then?

[@richardfurlott4243]

He did !

[@davestratton460]

This is history in the making, perfection. Joan is spot on with pure talent surrounding her.

[@edfritz1569]

I'm sorry but this is soooooooooooooo much better than the crap the music industry feeds us these days.

[@eldergeektromeo9868]

One of the most underrated SOUL singers ever!

[@cliverkay]

Stunning ! Never get tired of hearing this !!

[@susanszabo2207]

What an excellent version of this song!!!!!

[@gregnormal]

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[@michaelscott7462]

Even my tears are weeping.

[@raymondsmith7443]

What a performance!!!!!!!!!!!! The Motown sound!!!!!!

[@garydyer9825]

This song I like, but it puts me back into vietnam 67-68 love time, hate time. I was so homesick I could cry. Her voice kept me moving on now I'm 76, still love her

[@stunorfleet4484]

This gives me chills EVERYTIME I watch this video. I feel sure Jimmy Ruffin is tipping his hat to Joan!

[@taylorreign5213]

Love her version ! ❤❤

[@johnweaver1198]

I wonder what it's like to get welcomed by this group to sing with them? It has nothing to do with anything else other than you bringing what they want to the table and own it like a boss... She's one bad woman.... And she doesn't try to hack it up. She executes it perfect IMO....

[@chrisharro]

Everyone thought Joan had one song ,and man, did she prove them wrong!

[@789pokey]

Best version ever !

[@soocrates1]

She's amazing.. The Funk Brothers too. This is HOF. Great job by them all. I extremely appreciate their effort.

[@terrywatson1583]

Believe that our World will need to create a totally new Hall for not only Joan, but the Funk Brothers.

[@tommcdonald1746]

Damn Joan nailed that song. In fact, all of the vocalist nailed it.

[@lindacosgrove7918]

awesome rendition!!

[@albie406]

Brilliant...totally brilliant. Best version ever. Thanks Joan.

[@345kobi]

There is a ton of great with this performance. I have listened before and will again.

[@keepupwithlala1615]

I cried

[@user-fo6em7gw6t]

Drums and bass are the heartbeat of this song.

[@karenjaquish2086]

I have watched this performance more times than I can count over the past 20 years,….I get shivers every single time. Amazing performance

[@gregnormal]

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[@jbramblett]

Joan Osborne is just an amazing singer... It's sad to think that most of these amazing musicians... If not all of them are gone now... They truly defined the '60s.. The funk Brothers truly were one of the greatest dance ever

[@blazingcatfur]

A fave, great documentary too.

[@biggles258]

First time I've seen this as an HD clip. What ever the resolution, it still blows me away. Masterclass!

[@tracyneatherway2001]

The Funk Bros still got the funk!!

[@gregnormal]

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[@dennisdavis9924]

A song of all times, what does become of broken hearted. Sing it Joan.

[@1Winoh]

the greatest live recording ever done !!!

[@rasslem]

Just one word.....STUNNING!

[@pluckyheroine9482]

Indeed.

[@michaelhaynes4596]

Man oh man, does this song ever bring back old memories of the wondefuls times of my youth. Having nice lovely lady in my arms, slowly swaying to the music. Every once in awhile, they would place their hand on the back of my neck. Holy Cow! You guys out there know that feeling!

[@user-hw7tl4iq2r]

This is an amazing performance by an amazing female vocalist backed by the legendary funk brothers.

[@joanneboyer4760]

I listen to this at least week! ❤ I love this period but Joan's voice and contribution..perfection!

[@Monkmaster1969]

PIPES to the MAX .............thanx Cat!

[@user-tj3jw4cs3e]

Absolutely the very best Rendition ever

[@wallykosh6383]

Love this version.

[@alvindimes4729]

This has to the definitive version of this song, just absolutely amazing.

[@RannJamm]

best song of the show

[@leonardshevlin7260]

The Jimmy Ruffin original is marred by optimistic lyrics at the end. Joan didn't sing them and kept the message dark. Dark is good.

[@pamlico53]

Osborne is really good. The funk Brothers are super. Jimmy Ruffin was Great!

[@gregnormal]

@@pamlico53 Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe

[@pamlico53]

@@gregnormal if your referring to Joan Osborne, absolutely.

[@gregnormal]

@@pamlico53 Hey! That’s very good to know, I just can’t stop myself from listening to this song anytime am alone? If I may ask where are you from? You take care and be safe

[@anitathompson9360]

You're nuts 😂

[@grnberetvet]

If every singer had a professional band like this, everyone would be stars...

[@jean-philippepeyratoux7496]

What a performance from joan, unforgettable

[@KM-ql4eb]

I remember watching this documentary with my dad and he loved this performance. Bittersweet memories. Now he is gone, and I am brokenhearted. Beautiful performance.

[@dalemcclenahan3396]

Such passion....one of the best versions.

[@barriemacfarlane1993]

What a voice !!!!!!!

[@gregnormal]

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[@debdillard7096]

She is awesome ❤️love her voice!!!

[@gregnormal]

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[@kitcarson57]

Bang them drums 👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@paulinebryant1549]

I like the way you don't sing in a shrill voice. Steady. Rhythm. Beautiful choice of song.

[@Bissay64]

10 years and this Never gets old..... You All Still have it 🗣🎙😍🎼🎶

[@walterkazban1819]

The best was MOTOWN..THEN and love them today

[@trevorclark5138]

Magnificent

[@margieebe9933]

OMG, SO,SO FANTASTIC 😊❤😢

[@user-pm6ed3ch9w]

She is great !!!!!

[@TheBaylor22]

Words can’t describe how great this performance is. Jimmy Ruffin’s recording was a classic. I think I wore out my 45 when it came out . Never thought thought I’d ever say this, but I think this live performance by Jane and The Funk Brothers actually surpasses it. What comes through in the movie and the live performance is how much fun these incredible musicians are having, and how much passion Jane and these guys have for this unbelievable music. Jane is incredible and so are they!!!

[@TroyNaumu808]

LOVE IT !!! a talented beautiful perfect voice of a Angel.

[@theshowmecanuck]

Best produced live recording I've heard yet. BTW, I freakin' LOVE the drum fill at 3:58.

[@rondionne8725]

she's so good .... !!!!!!!

[@wendyo2561]

I have always loved this song but once I heard Joan Osborne sing it that was my fav version. Every now and then I come back to it here just to enjoy it once more.

[@gregnormal]

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[@richardfurlott4243]

See her live ! She sings great , and is pretty , and professional!

[@christopherallen9580]

Killer rendition!!!

[@RodneyBarry-xo2jb]

Absolutely perfect 👍

[@donaldosborn9255]

You go girl!!!

[@denisehedden5108]

🥀Beautiful cover song! I love it.🥀✌

[@gregnormal]

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[@giovannasirius111]

minha música preferida

[@donnabrownbowles3525]

Joan Osborne is the light at the end of the tunnel! I 💕 you girlfriend! No one can compete with your light!!??

[@gregnormal]

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[@bobbrogley1033]

The best cover of this song, ever!

[@davevanderford7170]

Just great! Very underrated.

[@peteredgcumbe7191]

Still watch every week

[@joenewbie4793]

3:43 this girl BLEW IT UP........I listen to this every single day. THEN 4:19 she blows it off the Earth

[@ChrisPBacon-vf2dz]

This is almost exactly the same as the cut I did from the original. I liked the little chat beforehand so much that I kept it in too. My video is like this one - much clearer than the one I found on Tube yesterday. An amazing concert.

[@paulch8665]

Just saw a great intimate local performance by Joan with just a guitarist and keyboardist. Look for some great new songs on her upcoming album. But it drove me back here to see this again. This has legit claim to one of the best live songs ever recorded. Just breathtaking.

[@jeffbarnett4837]

phenomenal performance

[@JackycClark]

Joan Osborne coulda been a Funk Sister . The music & rhythm are just part of her and I'm glad this documentary happened for all of them . Exquisite performances by all , including the back up singers . Really well done .

[@btpuppy2]

Never get tired of it 💗

[@danielfulton6897]

Holy Molly this girl can wail

[@Southernshaker]

A lot of talent in that there room.

[@richardlstern9840]

I listen to this and to "Right Hand" and "Grapevine" and others every week. Got to have my dose!