David Byrne - "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" [Live from Austin, TX]

From the David Byrne album 'Live from Austin, TX' available now on CD, DVD, and 180g vinyl:
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[@terryharvey7362]

choose your covers well and then do them justice, way to go David!

[@PaulChapman1bz]

Reverted to factory version. Cleared all history. KZbin algorithm gives me this. I've finally got it working properly.

[@jaronax]

Same here

[@bulljapp1234]

Pure genius

[@walt4670]

These read like modern-day Talking Heads lyrics :)

[@BooringBoo]

I didn't need to clear history. Man, what the hell have you been watching?!

[@mcd5478]

paul chambers 🤣😂😆👍🏼💖💗

[@labelle9921]

Am i sitting in my car ugly crying over this? Why, yes I am. This is the quirky, heartfelt version of this song I didn't know I needed.

[@EliteEasyE]

He made it sound like a lonely sad boy song and it's beautiful.

[@EricThayer-s4o]

His voice is powerful and his rendition of this song hits different than the original.

[@EricHostile]

It's beautiful and chokes me up. Really can't listen to it in the morning 😅

[@Wiley_Coyote]

The man has bongos, violin and electric guitar in the same song. The man is a genius.

[@disownedpear]

A drum machine too lol.

[@CoolFellaProductions]

You should listen to “Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros” if bongos, violins, and an electric guitar all being combined is genius. Cuz that means all of their songs are genius lol

[@Wiley_Coyote]

@Mark Vestibule bongos and violin are big in Disco, I've been told.

[@natgodley]

@@CoolFellaProductions I mean, they are though.

[@daniely.2913]

Congas

[@08hermit08]

I wanna dance with David. He dances like no one's watching even when the whole world is.

[@oliviah4457]

This comment made me smile. Simple and sweet, and so darn true!

[@suesjoy]

I saw him in San Diego at a small club. One of the best shows I’ve ever seen. He’s amazing. A great showman and musician!

[@tess764]

Join the club... Me too! He seems like a gentleman

[@Neearm]

Saw a musical he co-wrote called 'Here Lies Love' a few years ago. The audience was dancing on the floor/stage. Mr Byrne was dancing, too. It was hilarious to watch people's reaction as they realised they were dancing next to THE David Byrne.

[@cathridge]

I saw the title and I said, " naw, he wouldn't." But I clicked on and looks like he did lol. It is David Byrne after all. Bravo!

[@prideoverfire1]

People neglect to admit that this is one of the finest pop songs ever written.

[@th2k864]

And one of the greatest pop voices ever sang it.

[@jake24685]

Wait he worth the song ?

[@lamper2]

yuk! i hated the other version-this is GREAT!

[@Gee-xb7rt]

It was written by the couple that was Boy Meets Girl, who's big hit was Waiting for a Star to Fall. They also wrote How Will I Know.

[@unagjac890]

This is the best version

[@0Aberration]

This came up in my recommendations, and my first thought was, "There's another song with that name???" What an unexpectedly fun cover by a great artist.

[@daebaekmin]

0Aberration exactly the same thing went through my mind

[@1943ofour]

Ditto...he made it his own

[@BanBanChi]

@@1943ofour are you Randy Jackson's secret KZbin account? 😁

[@davidbrider]

Same here!

[@Unclejamsarmy]

BanBan Chi it’s a no from me dogg The singing is an insult and the instrumentation is like royalty free stock music backing. String cheese incident on mood stabilizers 😂😂

[@joeyfatonefrombackstreetboys]

this is so criminally underappreciated

[@jasondananay1800]

When I die, if David Byrne doesn't play my funeral I am not coming.

[@helenkozina143]

Well, then you are immortal!

[@PatDurkinMusic]

David Byrne on the Everything Must Happen tour was one of the best concerts I’ve ever seen

[@michaelboyd3924]

Finally! Someone understands what it's all about.

[@katbowl9971]

This is one of those things you didn't know you needed in your life...until you hear it & realize, yeah..I DO need this in my life. Lol

[@fishercat503]

It's cool seeing the young string players rocking out and having fun with the song

[@NB-gu9rs]

People forget that David once, perfectly straight-faced, cited the Carpenters as one of his major influences. Everyone thought he was kidding at the time, but nah, this is totally in-character for him.

[@alexwalton593]

do you not like the carpenters? go fuck yourself

[@alexwalton593]

not everything is tongue in cheek you ironic loser

[@ihaveapanda7608]

@@alexwalton593 what an idiotic reply, calm down hahaha

[@davebartholome2924]

@@alexwalton593 I don't think that was the point of the story, Alex. Are you off your meds again?

[@dipthongthathongthongthong9691]

@@alexwalton593 Seriously, pump the brakes mate. You clearly missed the point of the comment.

[@thesteelgator]

I just love that the viola player also sings beautiful harmony!

[@markbass354]

like fine wine David as aged well , still sounds great

[@jaymieindigo-blue4203]

Love how they're all wearing shirts with name badges, like they our pit crew or service station attendants, factory workers. It's nice little detail that's fun and quirky.

[@katiecellini1007]

I love the different instruments. Especially the violins and cellos.

[@NASkeywest]

“Fun and Quirky.” Is the perfect way to describe David Byrne too.

[@Revolver1724]

This is, hands down, one of the greatest covers of all time!

[@trumphatesyou]

Pretty good but Heart Stairway to Heaven at Kennedy Center Honors will never be topped.

[@wornyodelrecords]

@@trumphatesyou I thought that Heart cover was one of the worst things I’ve ever heard or seen. So much so it almost put me off Zeppelin for life. Just shows that personal taste is everything and that’s ok. 🤩

[@freeian2]

@@wornyodelrecords Zappa used to perform his take on “Stairway,” worth a listen.

[@themartiniwhisperer]

Don’t you love the expressions in the string section? They’re so digging this.

[@thesteelgator]

It's so cool to see their genuine enjoyment. The drummer too!

[@rblfrmthewstdwn]

Why hasn't this broke the internet?

[@mohamedbeard]

because it's too good, the internet loves it.... how can't you?

[@1002radio]

Probably because he has been playing this one for years. This song was part of his encore during the Look Into The Eyeball tour back in 2001.

[@leachristine5264]

I agree :D

[@scienz]

because its not as epic as you think

[@earljacobTV]

You got my share, dude. Let's do it.

[@leedavila9622]

I was there! DB intro'd the song by saying something like "This is a song my Mother used to sing to us", then we were treated to this bit of magic music. The Tosca Strings really added to the evening! I never noticed that David was using a giant black Dorito-sized guitar pick, but I went home and sold every guitar I had to buy a Gretsch! Good times....

[@rerite2]

Awesome!

[@seantivenan9593]

Thats funny lol he would have been 35 when this song came out in '87, doesn't mean his mum didn't sing it to him though :)

[@MikeBroderick33]

@@seantivenan9593 Pretty much what I was thinking!

[@MCAndyT]

Was this back in 2001? Saw him in Kansas City for this tour!

[@DavidAndrewsPEC]

How did you keep from shitting yourself?! This was weird as fuck - brilliant - but still weird as fuck!

[@fazbell]

Gotta respect an artiste who doesn't take himself too seriously.

[@tdrtx]

He recognizes a good song, even if it comes from a different context.

[@tim3198]

@@tdrtx Indeed. One of the best pop songs ever.

[@OaksArm]

What makes you think he doesn't take himself seriously?

[@PaulBenjaminJenkins]

Covering Whitney Houston is serious business, and suggesting otherwise is silly, haha.

[@jasminesporing345]

@@tim3198 I agree. Phenomenal tune.

[@PJL7095]

Oh my I didn’t realize he wrote this song as well. Good for him!

[@paulanderson6309]

David is the master , what a great version

[@jackcandy61]

Bloody hell, the first time I like this song

[@jameswestley5643]

This came out of nowhere. Good cover.

[@mjproebstle]

he seems to thrive on and acentuate tight harmonies in most of his music. you can tell it lifts him up and he feeds on it while performing

[@napatora]

funny you say that, i was watching stop making sense yesterday and whenever he gets in a groove with someone he looks at them and smiles. it was pretty heartwarming to notice lol it really is a great feeling for a musician to get into the music with other musicians like that

[@bathtubs]

Tonight is the first time I had ever listened to or watched David Byrne, & the Talking Heads. This is th 5th song I've listened to. Not this one, but all the others were so out there, I thought it was a bit at 1st. I was was wrong. They are a group of funny, completely original, shockingly talented oddball, musicians. Not to mention addicting. I freaking love You Tube.

[@cementkite9151]

Try "Slippery People" from Stop Making Sense or "Life During War Time" same thing Stop Making Sense

[@yourfairyking]

If you haven't yet, which I'm sure is impossible, watch the entirety of "Stop Making Sense", especially the second half. The 1-2-3 punch of "Making Flippy Floppy", "Swamp", and "What a Day That Was" is indescribably perfect.

[@thirdpigeon2676]

@@yourfairyking I can testify this to be correct

[@tricityladytn]

Watch American Utopia. You will come away from it with a renewed hope for humanity and complete respect for David Byrne's artistic vision.

[@sarahfromtheuniverse]

Love him. He's beautifully bonkers

[@harlandted]

Good idea!

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[@TheSoxygirl]

Perfectly described!

[@Funsoul8]

Beautifully Bonkers 🎉

[@ernburn3738]

Mr. Byrne is da shit. Always does it his way and great lyrics...sharpest dresser in any crowd

[@CaptJerry]

Just found this omg, just this mans talent

[@pelaito2]

I was listening to the radio while driving and this jewel came on.

[@Schneefernerkopf]

This is pure sunshine for the soul!

[@MaryLopez13]

Why am I just finding out about this out of this world cover?! David Byrne is genius.

[@EdgeCrush10]

I'm two years past you. Just glad we both found it.

[@technodroog]

David Byrne brings (much needed) happiness to the world

[@JJcrazy23]

This is one of the greatest things I’ve ever seen

[@ggforeigner]

David Byrne makes me smile.

[@bl4nkd4hli4]

If only Whitney had been alive to hear such a tremendous take on her hit. It's just so sweet.

[@MrLee204]

She was and most likely did. This was recorded in 2001 and she died in 2012.

[@RepublicOfUs]

This comment is a special kind of funny.

[@seanm3226]

Crack is whack.

[@melissas9245]

Bryne has never been someone I listened to other than the stuff on the radio. His music is not my cup of tea. But, this is an amazing cover of a Whitney Houston song. It's great because he takes the song and keep the pep but doesn't try to overdo the vocals. No one will ever be able to sing Whitney’s song like her and they should not try. Much respect for this cover of an amazing song.

[@Dunkaroos248]

David Byrne’s voice makes me happy

[@rmikeyd59]

I am just now seeing/hearing this? Absolutely amazing!

[@leejay2418]

This is glorious! It's like David wrote it himself

[@darrenwalshe8513]

I love wen a rock legend covers a pop song and makes it credible xx

[@tolfred]

This is a really great cover of a very good song. David Byrne here makes the the song his own, and that's what a cover should do

[@daveowens271]

...while still respecting the song. Awesome.

[@graphiteandglitter]

@T. Alfred Dahlen you hit the nail right on the head. Check out Japan "I Second That Emotion", George Benson "The Long & Winding Road", Bruce Springsteen "Stayin' Alive" and Stevie Wonder/Arturo Sandoval "Make It Easy On Yourself".

[@frederickmowry526]

Amazing how a song that came out when I was in high school, can be reborn...

[@michaelboyd3924]

Finally! Someone got it.

[@BenKenon]

Can we get an album of David Byrne covering 80s/90s pop hits?

[@sharonross7907]

I wanna dance with David. He dances like no one's watching even when the whole world is.

[@PopCultureFan_]

David Byrnes still got it 🔥 I mean, you know... still as hot as ever..

[@GapingLotusX]

Discovered this magic in quarantine.

[@jongilbertson2106]

If the world had more people like David Byrne, it would not seem so ordinary.

[@carriedebehnke6209]

I have loved this man for 30+ years. Genius!

[@carriedebehnke6209]

@David Byrne Nice, indeed! I saw you in Philly on you Rei Momo tour...a long time ago, but it is firmly planted in my top five shows of all time. Thank you for the years of great music! ❤

[@carriedebehnke6209]

@David Byrne Absolutely. Or am I being punked? lol

[@carriedebehnke6209]

@David Byrne Have been a fan since Talking Heads...early 80s? I'm in Wisconsin now...back to the roots. And you are in....?

[@carriedebehnke6209]

@David Byrne Now I know I'm being punked. 🙄

[@steffenschiller3189]

David Byrne is just the coolest person in the world...period...

[@antanasmokus]

It has always been amazing to me how seeing David dancing makes me understand much better the rythm of the songs

[@lightonstillwaters6789]

A gloriously poignant performance! Reminds me that desire for love and passion is timeless even as we age. Bravo, Mister Byrne! 🔥👍🔥 P.S. Miss you, Ms Houston... 😔

[@meriomeri]

This is such a frickin MOOD. Incredible homage to Queen Whitney.

[@rectangletriangle]

Who else is quarantining to this music.

[@icecat516]

Getting me through the Quarantine with this music!

[@sydneyyeg]

Whut up

[@technodroog]

yes!

[@IanCraib]

making flippy floppy right now

[@FABCASTLE]

That's me, babe!!

[@seabear2494]

Not sure why KZbin is just now recommending this to everyone but I’m not complaining

[@fredmanie2926]

One of my favorite songs by one of my favorite artists i the city i just moved to, too perfect

[@MrUndeadEd]

this version doesn't get enough love

[@sirgeorge152]

Those bongo drums are a nice touch. Will definitely be adding this to my playlist.

[@blacksunfish]

Wait, what? How great is this? What could have (should have) been a pisstake is pure, brilliant joy.

[@itomba]

David Byrne, David Bowie, and Bryan Ferry. The three coolest guys that ever lived!

[@itomba]

LEAD BELLY Fair enough!

[@luizahm]

I would type the same! Haha!

[@adamgreen21]

The algorithm is doing its job on this one 🔥

[@michaelboyd3924]

Finally! Someone knows how to perform this one!

[@michaelboyd3924]

Finally! Someone finally got it!

[@PetitHibou72]

How does he get away with this madness?!? 😈👻🔮🍮💜 Pure, sweet GENIUS once again.

[@connybartels2207]

Always loved and still love David Byrne.

[@sabrinan4792]

There were a couple of times he almost broke into a smile...would have liked to see that...this was great!

[@anthonycoppola1238]

I love this... his voice and the violin are so awesome.

[@atinagmp.1552]

When psycho killer feels flirty... Amazing cover!

[@gloriagrace59]

That is the funniest comment ever!!

[@jamessanderson333]

Anyone who does not know about David Byrne stop making sense has missed out on one hell of a experience

[@JJcrazy23]

Didn’t think I could love this guy more ❤️

[@spamwisegamgee8796]

This is a fantastic arrangement. By an equally fantastic man.

[@debmurray2734]

How did this legendary rocker fail to age?! Not a hint of crazy facial work and nary a wrinkle. Still rocking a sweet axe and leading with quirky fashion that sets trends into motion.

[@MCAndyT]

I'm pretty sure this is from his 2001 tour for "Look Into The Eyeball". Saw him with this backing band and outfits (auto workers' uniforms) back in Kansas City @ Memorial Hall.

[@debmurray2734]

@@MCAndyTThank you for this background. So, in 2001, David would have been 49-ish.

[@lancelambert9124]

Vampire, turned by Bowie.

[@OldSkoolF]

The Man is a Legend..... Keep it up.... You make life more palatable!

[@shyba2011]

Come on!This is the best version of this song!!!

[@girlsknowbest8666]

I come back to listen to this all the time. Such a great cover.

[@jasonswanson7473]

I absolutely love this version

[@johnblackwood7317]

Byrn,ee and co, always make me smile, and think and nowt wrang wee that, thanks x

[@nateblake7422]

This was probably my best track choice on my COVID-19 playlist.

[@chinneths1]

what a beautiful tribute.. my heart sings...

[@neilsmith9066]

Dang, one of the best covers I've ever heard! Wow

[@Gabbyness41]

He is genius! How could this be any better. So luckily to have seen him with TH in 1984. ❤️👌🏼

[@DonDonP1]

Hello. Wow, I didn't know David Byrne did a cover of a Whitney Houston tune. Cool!

[@nieltown]

Hey

[@michaelboyd3924]

About time someone performed this as originally intended!!!!!!!

[@padistedor]

Your voice is still amazing David. You are one of my all time favorite artists.

[@micksouris5083]

I was about 15 years old & Couple of mates and I went to the cinema stoned and saw “stop making sense” in 1983 or 84. Changed my life for real. Loved it

[@danielstoddart]

David Byrne always gives a top notch performance and only works with totally accomplished musicians. I've never seen him phone it in.

[@Listermintsluesh]

Wow great version. He pulls this off right good

[@deanfoster1158]

Got a free ticket to see David Byrne 3 or 4 yrs ago in UK and it was honestly one of the best concerts I've ever been to. Never a massive fan especially but the concert was a visual and musical masterpiece imo. I heard the tour won various awards afterwards which didn't surprise me at all..

[@georgerutnam1053]

Awesome cover.......I just got turned onto David Byrne by my son, who took me to a live concert in film he did that was directed by Jonathan Demme (Silence of Lambs), that was remastered and released at theaters. I reluctantly forced myself to go, and WOW, what a performer. Thanks Patrick for turning me onto this fantastic unique performer! I am now hooked onto his music.

[@jw6948]

This made me so happy 😊!

[@josebagilgonzalez5500]

Uno de los grandes!!! Todo lo que interpreta lo mejora!!!!!!!!Le adoro!!¡

[@Isharewithyou]

This is an awesome performance!!!

[@kenhymes4900]

Really reveals the song to me. As far as groundbreaking musicians liking older music, it's pretty much universal. Beatles loved 40s and 50s pop, the Stones loved the blues, Dylan loved 19th century ballads, just three examples. Notions of genres being dated or used up are the invention of the music press and young fans. Every genre of music ever made has more to be written, it's just a matter of anyone caring to do it.

[@loreleidiangelo8468]

I want to play this at my future wedding! Yaaaas! I need this forever!

[@wh023]

GOAT cover

[@1jbarrios]

i never dreamt that i could ever love this song like i do now....