Rock singer performs I Will Always Love You.

[@veemtg]

i promise you if Rock/Metal singers start singing pop the pop guys will be in trouble. These guys's vocal range and power is unmatched!! Well done man, this is AMAZING!!

[@remco416]

I love this song and have done some attempts to cover it myself (not as good as this one obviously). But what I missed in this cover is 1. the build-up at beginning, this cover started out too big imo. 2. Those high notes in the end were too raw for me. Based on the rest of the song, Id guess that this man can hit those notes with his head voice.

[@bowed305]

@@remco416 I guess that's the difference between a pop version, country version, and rock version. In most rock songs, those dynamics are far more subtle.

[@uptownlife42]

Your right. Say what want about rock or glam rock. Metal those guys have some chops

[@deeSK8er]

I agree…Look at Dan Vasc ….metal singer… also amazing

[@thefreeone7339]

The best !!!

[@Cheri-USA]

I just lost my 42 year old son to cancer 8 days ago. I’m broken. Thank you for singing this so beautifully.

[@mary-annebarnett654]

I feel your pain. My youngest son is 42 and has multiple myeloma(bone cancer). May your son always be with you.🙏🏻

[@cherylehubicsak3070]

I'm so sorry 💔🙏

[@deborahsherer1710]

I’m so sorry 😢

[@cardiothumper]

I’m sorry for you both!! Big group hug.. ok put your arms out and we all pile in, ok come on in those in the back make sure you touch someone’s head shoulder what ever you can touch and we pray… Amen

[@deborahspears8923]

I'm sorry for loss. Cancer to 2 of my brothers also. I know how your feeling. I will say prayers for you and may God bless and keep your son❤

[@shaungrimshaw9251]

Never heard this sung by a guy… and now I don’t want to ever hear it any other way! Absolutely stellar performance!

thank you Shaun!

[@Kpremo]

You nailed it,I agree with others when I say I never heard a man sing this. It was awesome. You nailed it

[@39kettamac]

​@❤😢

[@meghanholden9073]

I’ve been on this planet long enough to see Dolly and Whitney’s versions released but this will be my forever favorite.❤❤❤

[@NaomiLouellis]

I AGREE !!!

[@jmr9735]

I love that this guy isn't afraid to tackle these challenging vocals head on. Amazing.

[@lonimaeking]

I never dreamed that a competitive voice of Whitney's rendition of this classic would be a male vocalist is mind blowing.

[@cookla3050]

Bravo Done to perfection Great Voice

[@boething]

I agree 100 percent!!

[@doloresm9737]

For real lol never though a male would sing it so well holy smokes. Amazing job 👏

[@shamaniclighthealingsound11]

❤

[@Essexkiwi]

This has to be in my own opinion, the Best cover of this song by any artist other than Whitney Houston. Brilliant 🎉

[@floridagal150]

This is the best Male version. This was incredible.😮

[@angieh5629]

I've never heard this classic sung by a man. As I listened, I had a blanket of goosebumps cover me and tears rise up. Excellent, excellent version that I would put right up there next to Dolly's and Whitney's!! Bravo♥♥♥♥

[@MsBenzthere]

@@angieh5629 I got the same goosebumps I got first time I heard David Draiman sing Sound of Silence, and I'm old enough to have heard Dolly and S&G when they were originally released. Outstanding talent indeed!

[@monroldeencompania2683]

True! I'm with you. 100% so great male rendition.

[@Groovy333]

I totally agree

[@gibbygordo]

Josh Weathers live at the Kessler…. Check it out and get back to us!

[@milestardie7288]

Whitney Houston just gave a standing ovation.

[@MizzouRah78]

Wow, you can speak for the dead? Impressive.

[@missmel1498]

It's actually Dolly Parton's song. Whitney Houston butchered it!

[@Vicki-Ann]

I really Don’t believe Whitney butchered it . Actually she made it her song ❤️💜

[@fabioladc336]

Creo que las dos cantantes lo hacen impresionante, luego está la preferencia de cada uno ​@@missmel1498

[@WiLdcHiLd82]

My mans got some pipes. Whitney would be proud..

[@DGFerguson78]

Oh my goodness! I have NEVER liked a male covering this. You kept the same tone and did similar dynamics to Whitney's version but with a rock edge. Very nice!

[@Krappyappy]

for people seeing erik for the first time, he's not just some 'young gentleman'. he won swedish idol more than a decade ago and was recently the lead singer for skid row. you have to be absolutely freakishly talented to measure up to sebastian bach, and erik does it easily. i'm not surprised he nailed this song - he is capable of any song he wants.

[@melandlindamaschmeyer2167]

A CB Bailey! He’s out of this world!

[@donnathompson4884]

Simply WOW What a voice, what control you have. Gave me chills will have to listen to this again & again

[@sheiladevine5149]

Unbelievable. What a voice man ❤

[@ann-sofie99j49]

Or my cup of song men Erik är fan guld.

[@87jeLLi]

Remember before his Idol times, he was a kareoke host here in Sweden. He was awesome, singing Rage against the machine with me! Such a good dude!

[@yeniaustariztosca]

And that's the way that song is supposed to be sung!!!! Bravo, man, bravo.

[@joycelee8944]

TOTALLY AGREE 🎤

[@mare678]

Not according to the woman who wrote it, but that's okay. She (Dolly Parton) is broad-minded enough to acknowledge other possibilities.

[@lexxmonkeyluver9032]

Boom!

[@lindajoycesatchell140]

Best this song has Ever been sung. Gorgeous

[@toddbeckler827]

​@rebeccafrost5542 Dolly won the female vocalist of the year and took her version to #1 on the country charts.

[@RedRocksMusic73]

Dolly Parton would be proud as the OG songwriter. ❤

[@staceytroffer8287]

Most people don’t know this!!

[@tracylindley8484]

Right! She does not get enough credit.

[@lisalewis1977]

Whats an og song writer please?

[@staceytroffer8287]

@@lisalewis1977 “old Guard” also currently known as “original Gangster”….. basically just means the ones who started something.

[@hazelzworld]

but has Dolly heard this yet?

[@colleensmith3566]

This guy should be making millions of dollars somewhere! His voice is wonderful!

[@garnikderian8085]

He sure pours it ALL out there!

[@BrianMaez]

He is making millions in Sweeden

[@beeonthyme5760]

He used Whitney's arrangement of Dolly's song. He did it justice, sincere justice. His spot on note crushing voice is amazing!!!!

[@HeatherValentineMsFoodie]

AGREED!!!! 💯

[@weepy1001]

This sounds like Whitney Houston and somehow this new AI stuff being used and he is lip sinking like millie vanillie to me….. sounds pure fake…… Whitney & Dolly both sounded real…… Dolly wrote & sang it Whitney made this song amazing!!!!!! This version would have to be proved to me….????????? Very questionable 🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️

[@karamellogram]

@@weepy1001 It's him, Eric Grönwall who is singing; He won Swedish Idol in 2009 and I've heard him sing many times, so no AI stuff here at all.

[@mwaxsol]

​@@weepy1001all those veins popping! just give him his flowers , never heard of him but jeez

[@weepy1001]

@@karamellogram thanks for the response…… it sure sounds like Whitney dubbed over. He’s good enough but I’m sticking with Whitney on Dollys song!!!!!!

[@rudolphmcneill515]

This guys voice is absolutely PHENOMENAL AF!!!

[@LezelSchoeman]

Listen to H.E.A.T his covered with Dan Vasc. 2 Phenomenal singers. Perfect pitch voices. And together...it's unbelievable

[@christinadrummond8062]

@@LezelSchoeman Dan is indeed fabulous - I love his cover of Seal's "Kiss From A Rose" with Violet Orlandi.

[@IAmSpeaking4MySelf]

FINALLY! A singer worthy to carry the greatness of this song. Both Dolly and Whitney very well may be extremely proud. BRAVO!

[@Susan-sy8fc]

Absolutely awesome!!!

[@Belseful]

Han gör det bättre än celine dion eller vafan hon heter...hon har inte en chans o sjunga som erik gör :D

[@widow524]

He's proven he can sing anything. Watch some of his other videos. And he proves it once again here.

[@lynnhunter8367]

This is Dolly’s song, let’s never forget! This guy totally nailed this song!!! 🙌🏼

[@NewCandy1]

What do you mean "Dolly's doing?" Thanks for explaining!

[@ltcole5206]

Dolly wrote it but Whitney sang it into the next stratosphere ❤

[@szk4023]

@@ltcole5206 Dolly also sang it but her version is softer (too soft for my liking) than Whitney's. Whitney's version also has the saxophone bit, which is simply marvelous.

[@WishyWashyMaybe]

Dolly sang this song to Burt Reynolds in the movie " The best little whore house in Texas"

[@jmbisme]

Yes, and Dolly is still enjoying Whitney’s version all the way to the bank.

[@peterkinberger9741]

No man has ever sung this particular song as good as this young gentleman. His future is just beginning ! Thank you for the listen !

[@YYC403NOYP]

From POP to rock/metal sound🤩

[@gungadin7369]

Check out Gabriel Henrique before you make such a statement

[@YYC403NOYP]

@@gungadin7369 This guy is doing rock/metal VERSIONS of pop songs. Check his channel. Gabriel is good, BUT he's doing a pop version inspired by Mariah's version/arrangement with that whistle note.

[@olapersson3112]

This guy from my country Sweden has been a lead singer for many many years in two different big rock bands, and now he was forced to quitting Skid Row because of his health and starts doing videos like this instead, because his health does not aloud him of touring anymore

[@Berrylucy50]

So good. What band?

[@mtroybrown]

I’m a Whitney fan and this was absolutely amazing! He mixed the power of Whitney and took Dolly’s original and made it his own!!

[@somoyanyathi2056]

My sentiments exactly, felt like a mix of both!amazing

[@jennilynne1977]

I was just thinking the same thing. Parts of it were like the Whitney Houston version, and parts are like Dolly's version. It's AWESOME! It's my favorite version.

[@lockedloaded.23]

Dolly would be the first to give Eric the praises he so richly deserves and would join him in singing the song. His flow is liquid at times and range is brilliant! IMO, No One has ever touched Dolly’s version - her personal deep from within softness, emotion, pain, thankful memories when she sang it so many nights on tour. Until I heard Eric! He flipped and projected strength, raw emotion, commanded “listen to me and feel the words and music! It is each and everyone of us.” Two voices, two styles, two unique individuals and talents bringing us to the same realisation - music, a person, a song of any genre reaches everyone in their own way. It brings memories, smiles, tears, what if’s, pain, everything inside of you pours out some way. Just enjoy what you like, try something new sometimes, live the moment and sing along! ❤

[@pangtastic85]

I love, love, love his voice. His range is out of this world! He is super talented, and I know Whitney just gave him a standing ovation.

[@writingtheblackhorse]

So powerful… absolutely beautiful. Thank you, EG ❤️

[@joanknotts2764]

Amazing baby you are great lv the voice you have a future ahead and a good one amazing

[@celestek.2395]

RIGHT?!? And the emotional ride was crazy!

[@cyndi.K9090]

And Dolly, the writer and original singer of this song.

[@lindaadams5030]

​@@cyndi.K9090Dolly Parton sings this so beautifully that it makes me cry. Whitney's version annoys me, but this version is wonderful.

[@northwoodfalls1403]

This right here is exactly why power ballads were King in the 80’s and 90’s. Those powerful rock voices mixed with a ballad is just like musical umami. Outstanding.

[@joeys1482]

This is probably the best way to describe this feeling of what power balladry does for the soul!!

[@cynthiacairns9209]

Musical umami....perfect description!

[@sallykeena]

Steve Perry! The king of power ballads! Erik did an amazing job!

[@thelordofdarkness141]

There are some amazing power ballads from the 80' and 90's

[@Morgan-o2q]

I am a 62 year old grandma who just loves to hear beautiful voices and music. So I will click on just about any video just to see. I am not into hard rock as I’m assuming this is what you did. But oh my goodness sir, you darling have the most amazing voice I have ever heard. Thank you for making a moment of joy for me. Much Loves ….

Thank you very much for that

[@SuperShassa]

Totally agree 👍

[@Annie-fx7xc]

My god what a performance!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@SunnyDays70s]

I agree 💕

[@kathleenmartin7498]

I'm a 67 year old Grandma and feel the same!!!

[@carolinawren00]

Wow.just.wow. After listening to several of his YT videos, this guy is off the frigging charts. ❤

[@francinefitzgerald6118]

Im 82 years and i love this song the way you sang it your very special

[@jason91205]

I thought the same, Francine! Sounded great.

[@susanlawn1002]

Me too 82 , love this

[@cowboy0212]

Wow!! Thats cool

[@cajo-vo7bz]

This is vet

[@cajo-vo7bz]

I never heard of you but this unbelievable what a voice 😮

[@mixingitupwithmina93]

Wow! You have mastered so much! Head voice, chest voice, breathing, licks, vowels, changing tones with tongue placement, raspy voice with extreme control, screams that do not damage your vocal cords … then there is the emotion!!! You seemed to sprinkle yourself into moments of this song until it was a waterfall of you. You have the voice of an angel … a scary strong magnificent angel. Thank you.

[@PennySwiegers]

❤

[@heidiking1100]

💯💯💯❤️❤️❤️🪽

[@krisnuyts3470]

One of the hardest songs EVER to cover, but you, sir, nailed it!!

[@aussierando9582]

I think this song has been covered so many times and was hesitant to watch but OH MY GOD I am so glad I did and rewatched it 5 times. Eric I can just imagine Whitney standing up in the heavens and saying well done. This is amazing -- love from Australia

[@tobiaskarlsson116]

Didn't even think this song was possible as a male singer. Wow!! absolutely amazing performance!!! Erik's voice is unmatched.

[@carried4567]

Country star Vince Gill sings this with Dolly Parton, same tenor angel voice. ❤❤❤

[@judyhyland682]

Goosebumps

[@ms.tinaw.9398]

The best I've heard invite, yet!

[@caeruleusbritannus]

Notably higher than a normal tenor... you'll hear very few men belting a Gb5. With normal transposition you'll find plenty of men singing the song though

[@C0lbyte]

Hands down best cover. That vocal range and power is otherworldly.

[@jamesmarland8270]

Absolutely amazing,sang it just like Whitney. Loved it hope to hear more.Melbourne Austraia

[@Sheila-u4t]

THE BEST!!

[@TeresaMom1]

Best male version I have ever heard. His vocal range and power is out of this world. WOW!

[@JamesMoore-ug9ug]

Hello,how are you doing,hope your staying safe?

[@GiselleGrape]

And the saxophonist sounds exactly like the original. Just amazing!!😮

[@perwarmell5741]

Well almost, he missed ONE tune. But great i agree.

[@hugoleemusic]

Thank you!

[@DebbieBonvillian]

Have to be honest with you, I don’t even know who this young man is, but he knocked it completely out of the park……..Beautifully done ♥️

[@mariannefalknerakerblom6519]

He' s struggles agains cancer hero dad❤

[@alaskakathryn1]

He was the singer for Skid Row recently but left because of health reasons. He's a great singer. From Europe.

[@hildeknarvik2440]

He is from Sweden. I live in Norway so after 1 second I saw his name. He must be from Sweden. It’s so sad he has cancer. Yes he can sing oh yes. We use Æøå in Scandinavian. Name and words we have to change so people from other countries can understand. I have never seen videoes from these man before.

[@dustersinternational]

Ditto

[@1985snx]

@@DebbieBonvillian definitely

[@jessiemyrle4907]

You know I passed by this video several times thinking no way will this singer be able to do this song justice. I must apologize to this young man, he did an excellent job. WELL DONE!!!!

[@thirdopinion8708]

Exactly the same that went through my head!

[@davidilbery3330]

The power & range Erik has is probably the best I've ever heard. And I think it's great that he's not afraid to tackle any song, any genre. Simply incredible.

[@canidconsulting5118]

Unlike pop singers with auto tuners and other electronic vocal manipulations, these guys can actually sing.

[@hum-dinger2453]

And you don't think rockers use auto tone??

[@kathylynnkinzel3581]

Exactly! Metal singers don’t need autotune! Never have and never will!

[@joelando1559]

​@@hum-dinger2453when?

[@teresahawker8941]

Agreed

[@jennifermedeiros9222]

Wow! Powerful.

[@bdanka50]

One of the greatest singers on the planet right now. Fantastic with Skid Row, but the sky's the limit with Erik...I'm happy he's free to do everything he wants now.

[@peoc6491]

Amazing cover!!! He was amazing in New Horizon too!! I am also Swedish as Erik is. I have followed him ever since he participated in the Swedish competition "Idol", which he also won in 2009. I met him when he was on the "Idol tour" together with the guy who came second in the competition. Erik was incredibly nice then too 🤘🏻😎❤️‍🔥

[@Therianlover1233-r8m]

@@peoc6491 du med .. allt han gör

Thank you very much for saying that! I appreciate ya!

[@CaboKat]

@ErikGrönwall I love this version as much, if not more than Whitney's version. Several times the hair stood up on my arms & entire body goosebumps! This is truly stunning. You are my favorite singer, hands down. Brilliant! 🔥🔥👏👏❤❤

[@timhossack6837]

Absolutely nailed it...never heard him before but very impressed

[@sammisoprano4296]

How ever many awards or how ever much of an upper hand he’s got due to his experience.. HE’S STILL PURE ROCK. . Pop singers would be standing in the unemployment line if rock singers decided to switch genres .

[@randallpeterson4214]

I could listen to him sing the freaking phone book, this dude has a set of pipes.

[@donnaa9581]

I have no idea who this man is...but, his voice and this version is absolutely out of this world! I could not love this more. Now...off to learn more about Erik Gronwall.

[@1105pitbull]

Swedish Rock/Metal singer who won the Swedish version of Idol and sang with Skid Row until diagnosed with Leukemia. Still alive i think? Incredible voice.

[@nancyconca9892]

What a voice and beautiful version of this favorite song 🎵 Thanks for posting👏🏻 Hope that Erik stays cancer free 🙏🙏🙏

[@Nikalette100]

Amazing he sang the highest note in a belt. It would have been prettier in a mix or head voice, but it was,his choice.

[@anneliekielen193]

​​@@1105pitbull He actually joined Skid Row after his Leukemia. Before that he was the lead singer in H.E.A.T

[@templadoom]

This!! I want to know too!! I need his voice in my life!!! 😊✌️

[@Royal-Junk]

I love these rare moments when rockers show their real talent.

[@nascargas]

If Dolly can rock metal with Rob Halford, this feller can make her epic love song into a rock ballad. Music doesnt need genre. Just emotion. ❤

[@diddlysquat09]

I just discovered this singer doing House Of The Rising Sun . I thought that was magnificent. And then I heard this ! No words . For once in my life I am actually speechless ❤️❤️❤️

[@roseannalipfird2235]

Man, you did a fabulous job on this beautiful song. O Holy Night has always been my favorite Christmas song. Bravo 👏 👏 👏

[@sarahandadrianwicks870]

The Whitney version has immense sentimental value to me. This version taps into this without being overpowering.

[@pod8234]

Hard rock singers are some of the best singers in the world…and most underrated.

[@DesiSJ]

Someone who loved 80s power metal raised this guy and it shows. Wow. Incredible voice.

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

Thank you Dolly for putting this amazing song on paper and thank you Erik for bringing it to a new audience and generation.

[@thehawkc]

69 year old black man, that gave me chills ! Awesome ,thanks.

[@EdmundSookermany]

Who??!

[@RedBirdPatriot]

70 year old white woman and I love it too. ♥️♥️♥️

[@matthijskoster2669]

39 year old purple dude here, I also got chills

[@DUCKYSMOM46]

This goes to show that rockers CAN sing, not just scream, really sing. This is absolutely beautiful. The range was awesome.....

[@itsmyneallmyne]

Whelp... I'm speechless. That was absolutely, hands down, the best version of this song I've ever heard.

[@rudolphmcneill515]

Oh, ok. Lol

[@aprillab5448]

Bruh! Even a dead person won’t say such stupidity.

[@kath3611]

No sorry..not even close to Whitney.

[@kpdtms]

@@kath3611no version is close to Whitney including Dolly’s.

[@anitaekberg7734]

I am a Swede and I love him. He is just AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!

[@AZTracyLynn]

I think I just fell in love- I was listening to “Oh Holy Night” by Erik and came across this video. I thought…..”no way anyone can do this better than Whitney”-man was I wrong…..what a voice. Totally in love

[@richane22]

Dolly would be so proud. This is how it was meant to be preformed. Bravo! 👏🏻

[@coalwood7274]

No Smoother Sax have I heard. Till now. Male Singer had Dolly Smiling just as millions of us are. Standing Ovation!!! I'm proud n honored Man.

[@hugoleemusic]

Thanks 😊 🎷

[@reesabriggs1824]

Dolly and Whitney would approve!

[@freddiemontanez8461]

I agree 💯

[@khushpanthaky]

Definitely!

[@lisakeyser721]

They would be on their feet!!

[@DavidGresham-l9u]

@@lisakeyser721 yep

[@Lis10er]

especially Dolly, 'cus every time someone sings, she hears another ring of ka-ching!! 🤑🤑🤑

[@Soloreal1]

Once again I was amazed by his version of a song that has actually been known for decades. His voice is so fantastic and I love that he never loses the rock singer that's inside him. This gives all of his songs their very own character. Once again I only can say Wow... wow... wow...

[@celticone4677]

Incredible voice and professionalism from this rock singer. Wow. So wonderful to listen to. Thank you so much.

[@urfavoriteperson143]

Has Dolly Parton heard this yet? You gotta get it to her people n let her hear it!! She would totally give you her approval ❤❤ this is beautiful! Amazing

No idea but it would be an honor for me if she heard it :)

[@melaniekrassa4030]

How do we get this to Dolly?

[@jodibrown5257]

@@melaniekrassa4030 I saw an interview with her and she said the way she keeps in touch with people thru email!

[@rosiered3403]

Dolly would love it. She is so gracious and appreciative of a new generation loving her music.

[@jowenlock4838]

Wow - Dolly would it 😮😮😮😮😮

[@cockroacher]

This just became my absolute favourite version of this song since Dolly herself 🫶

[@coraortega2027]

Beautiful rendition of this song. Never thought a rock singer could give justice to his interpretation of this song.He nailed it!

[@leesadeyoung3958]

This is my favorite song. I had it played at my son’s funeral 12 yrs ago and haven’t been able to listen to it again until I heard this version. I wish I could have had this one played. Stull makes me cry. Thank you for this.

[@PamelaBeck-l6j]

How am I just discovering him now?!! This version is delicate and raucous and loud and not overdone as Whitney’s. Dolly’s is pure and true. This is over the edge and hold me tight.

[@cieramist1]

WOW!!!!! He did this song so much justice. I don't think I've heard anyone hit this song like he did. DANG!!

[@joyjarvis5186]

Never thought anyone could sing that better than Whitney Houston. But this young man nailed it. Bravo

[@TheRealMafoo]

He did an amazing job, but let's not get ahead of ourselves. Still to this day, no one has sung it better then Whitney.

[@AngelaHarrelson]

@@TheRealMafoo Amen

[@scarletred8888]

Definitely does NOT surpass Whitney ! he has used used Whitney’s phrasing word for word with a couple of exceptions on higher notes- nice version though

[@annikasimons9932]

Swedish

[@janiah12jones10]

I don't agree, even though he sung it exceptionally well, he will never out do Whitney Houston!

[@monaattiah3976]

Credit and Applause to the Sax player too, he was outstanding!!!

[@hugoleemusic]

Thanks so much ☺

[@REALSEXTALKWITHDRRYLIE]

He found him on Fivver and I hope they keep working together❤ Sax is absolutely amazing

[@hazelxeyeslara2043]

AND THATS HOW IT SHOULD HAVE ALWAYS BEEN PERFORMED. I FELT THAT PERFORMANCE. PURE GOLD

[@wggio]

Dolly’s original has the most emotion of all, she really means every word she sings ❤ one of those songs that always makes me cry

[@Юлия-ш2в7ы]

Долли и Уитни пели эту песню в разное время. У Долли эмоции женщины, зависящий от мужчины, домохозяйки,, это было такое время, и ее исполнение совершенно в духе того времени. У Уитни эмоции её времени, когда женщина стала менее зависимой от мужчины, более самостоятельной, более сильной, равноправной.

[@generalzod2479]

If Dolly meant it then why did she cheat on her husband?

[@Юлия-ш2в7ы]

​@@generalzod2479Не надо обсуждать и осуждать личную жизнь других людей. Сейчас мы говорим о песне. Наша жизнь это наш выбор. Жизнь других людей это их выбор, их приоритеты, их боли и радости, и мы им не судьи.

[@wggio]

@@generalzod2479 She wrote it for Port Wagoner when she wanted to continue her career as a solo artist without him (they performed and recorded together a lot before that). How do you know she’s cheated on her husband?

[@bestbudsourchannel4807]

Dolly's version and this are tied for #1 in my book!

[@beckyfrasier2250]

That literally made me cry 😢 my husband sang rock and roll, and he’d get up in the morning and play the piano and sing to me while I was getting ready for work. He has stage 4 cancer and has only weeks left. Oh how I wished I could hear him play and sing again

[@lindaschweitzer5349]

I grieve with you. 😢

[@marcomtz6316]

Praying for your husband and you ❤❤❤

[@Godsambassador3]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@VictorAlexander-h4o]

❤

[@VictorAlexander-h4o]

​❤@@Godsambassador3

[@anitaekberg7734]

He is just MAGIC!!!!! In the 80is, Im not so god in english, but I LOVE ERIK1!!!!!!!!! He is a STAR!!!!!! Love his voice and songs!!!!!

[@marionfinnegan2423]

His vocals are incredible. He did an amazing job with that song.

[@sheliahansen2899]

That saxophone player went through my soul. Mercy

[@willow05]

I miss the 80s sax solos!

[@mariakatarina12]

Yes I love love saxophone it's like a string on my soul.❤

[@hugoleemusic]

Thank you!!

[@galenbrewer4147]

move over Whitney, move over Dolly... Erik has arrived. Best version of this song ever!

[@kimberlyhonig8030]

Dolly & Whitney are proud of this!!

[@deborahcutler7510]

Oh. My. God. So emotional, so powerful..., 🥲🥲❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@ruthmyers2397]

😂😊

[@mistyrose8527]

For real, brought me to tears!

[@SusieReed-ji7yy]

There are no words !!!!!❤

[@jacstoyholley4840]

OMG Absolutely amazing!

[@jeribatchelor7325]

Just WOW ! Gave me chills

[@cancelik]

03:35 That F♯5 with a full chest voice as a male. Respect.

[@chrisgraves3585]

YES!!!

[@gerismith1218]

Thank you Eric you're gifted with a beautiful voice that touches the hearts of many❤

[@editafuentes4472]

Never heard a male rendition of this song. The range of his vocals was amazing… kinda like a mix between Whitney Houston & Steven Tyler. ❤ it!

[@johnblakeH]

A mix of Whitney, Steve Perry, and Skid Row. Or maybe just all Erik. Perfect.

Ultimate compliment - thank you!

[@Hellhound448]

So true!! My first crush was Steve Perry 🤣🤣 I’m old. Skid Row is as epic as Dokken!

[@upwardsoul]

​@ErikGronwallOfficial ❤

[@gigiosp1970]

Does anyone have doubts that wherever they are, Whitney Houston gave him a standing ovation (Proud, certainly)?

[@jenniferk7953]

Ask Dolly Parton

[@CodyHardy-pi8ng]

Dolly one who wite song.so it Dolly give the ok

[@itsjustme7979]

Your comment gave me chills. No doubt at all ❤

[@gigiosp1970]

@@itsjustme7979, Thank You.

[@amethyst1826]

Dolly Parton might!!

[@anitaekberg7734]

I`m Sooooooo proud to be a Swede!!!! He is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@margieguild519]

This is now Erik's song. He's made the definitive version. Absolutely sensational! ❤ from🇦🇺

[@nagawahyudi]

u mean erick martin?? kzbin.info/www/bejne/fabElmdpos6Cpc0

[@troydecker8008]

Absolutely

[@undersiege1346]

😂😂😂 Not a chance, Dolly wrote it and Whitney perfected it.

[@JerryOliver]

​@@undersiege1346he blows Whitney out of the water, and doesn't even need cocaine to do it. 😅

[@hemmygrant]

Awesome, check Out Josh weathers for another killer cover, him and his tele Kessler theatre

[@SMtWalkerS]

The guy can sing, no matter the genre. Wow!

[@Kumurajiva]

wow, a male rock singer, it blew my mind

[@glimmeringhope4520]

Wow, you have an amazing voice. My aging metalhead husband was listening to me playing your various covers. When I started this Whitney Houston cover he said, "no way that's the same guy". By the end he was asking for your name. It's so rare to hear a great rock voices in (Dec) 2024. I hope at some point you tour Texas. I miss great concerts with real voices not using auto tune. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Happy New Year! And, may 2025 be your greatest Year of monetary rewards and success!

[@charliekliewer2643]

Dolly Parton NEEDS to see this. She would adore it

[@tashashouse]

Why Dolly Parton?

[@wrdougherty1]

​@@tashashouse she did the original.

[@petercorjulo1617]

She wrote the song.

[@tonilc68]

Beautifully done! Great to hear a male version of this classic song! Thank you! 😎🎙🎶

[@MrWahlund]

Kenny Rogers.. just saying..

thank you!

[@suzque63]

This may be the ONLY time I thank the YT algorithm…you sir, are a phenomenal singer and performer! A real powerhouse… Truly incredible!

[@manudauphin175]

Wasn't expecting such a good performance on this one. I am baffled. He nailed it.

[@EmilyMaddox-r8h]

I think this version is by far the best. That's just my opinion though.

[@brandycarter558]

I too love his version...it's my favorite of all the renditions out today!❤

[@marksanchez2653]

I'm 61 and that was the best male vocalist I've heard in my life.

[@RockTelevision-vv1im]

Yeah, I'm inclined to agree.

[@ghoztmazta1]

he won Swedish Idol way back if i remember correctly. I remember one of the judges said he would give his arms to sing as good as this guy. And i can tell you, he is even better now then back then. Simply wow!

[@Trensare]

Check out Tommy Johansson as well. Former guitarist from Sabaton. Multi talent. Vocalist, Guitarist, Base, Piano and drummer.

[@richcampbell6808]

Steve Perry destroys him

[@jodishadle8114]

I'm 61 also. This man is very good. You should check out Dan Vasc.Metal covers of a wide range of genres.

[@user-ch1vu5dw5h]

Best rock singer of this generation. No doubts. I am just absolutely amazed.

[@borisjavor4059]

the guy is a great singer but if you want the best rock singer of this generation> Dino Jelusick..check him out

[@thicardeal1257]

@@borisjavor4059 Tommy Johansson and Dan Vasc are still alive

[@josephherron7671]

WOW!!! I've NEVER liked that song. But his version is perfection.

[@davidlouiso9650]

I have said since the ‘70’s, when rock singers sing ballads, they are AMAZINGLY INCREDIBLE! You sir have mastered your singing abilities. Well done!

[@Flyit37075]

yes and thank you Erik Gronwall, how I miss rock vocalist who are real singers... been a ling time

[@niecybug1]

He did great! Dolly Parton seems to be happy if anyone takes one of her songs and does it their way. She is a very gracious lady.

[@TamaikohaHillman-Mclean]

The saxophone player nailed that solo

[@endangdamariskoli4987]

Indeed ❤

[@KristyRigby-mf9yh]

Wow….just wow. I am a 53 year old widow. Lost my husband of 38 years suddenly a few months ago. This just made me smile and my heart race. What talent and mastery. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@bs5am]

❤

[@JamesMoore-ug9ug]

Hello Kristy, how are you doing hope your staying safe?

[@johngomillion4872]

Amazing job. He’s not the first metal singer I’ve heard who can do an amazing ballad. The roughness to his voice takes this to the next level.

[@tracyperez1755]

If you want to hear another great one, Disturb's version of Sound of Silence.

[@johngomillion4872]

@@tracyperez1755 yes, I've listened to that one many times. Great one.

[@MotiveNationInc.]

...and here I thought only Witney could bring me to tears with that song. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent.

[@Kati10609]

Oh my goodness...this is just stunning. Will never listen to any other version again. So powerful, passionate and emotional 🙏❤️❤️

[@michelemchenry3500]

I am sure Dolly is proud to see how far this song has come through in the decades. It’s touched every genre. Beautifully done,Eric. ❤

[@josepeka1189]

People who know about music and good performances won’t be pissed off . This singer ticks all the boxes 🏆🏆🏆Amazing voice and talent 🏆Jose from Australia