Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers (Bass Singer Cover by Geoff Castellucci)

“Ain't No Sunshine” by Bill Withers bass singer cover by Geoff Castellucci.
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Arranged, Produced, Filmed, Performed, and Edited by Geoff Castellucci
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About Geoff Castellucci:
Hey ya'll - I'm Geoff Castellucci, a simple guy that likes to sing and make videos. On my channel you’ll find a variety of content like covers, bass covers, low bass covers, narrations, tutorials, and more. Thanks for watching. Seriously. geoffcastellucci.com
"Ain't No Sunshine" was the first of Withers' three gold records in the U.S. and he says "I KNOW" 26 times in the original version. I say it a few times more than that for good measure and because it's just good clean fun. 🤫
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[@therealbahamut]

You do not listen to Geoff with your ears. You listen with your BONES.

[@gracenewsom4694]

This is one of the best comments I've seen about his voice, oh my goodness

[@deegibb6368]

@@gracenewsom4694 Ditto! Even in the higher ranges...Kathy is so lucky!

[@francisrandall2108]

You got that right

[@francisrandall2108]

Love it

[@phearsphears1314]

AMEN ! ! !

[@sphygo]

Can we just take a moment to appreciate that this song is Arranged, Produced, Filmed, Performed, and Edited by Geoff himself? That's a lot of work on top of being an amazing singer. Mad props to you Geoff

[@razereyeball]

God Geoff. That is what he is.

[@MrGatlin98]

Ain't no way he filmed it himself! I can see him sitting in the chair and the camera is still moving.

[@naumen6508]

Arranged, Produced, Filmed, Performed, and Edited by Geoff Castellucci Production Manager and Creative Direction: Kathy Castellucci Steadicam work and Additional Direction: Layne Stein & Tony Wakim of Pattycake Productions

[@IceGolem6]

true

[@maeco7]

@@MrGatlin98 Static cam stuff by Geoff, steadicam work by Layne Stein and Tony Wakim.

[@brunahrodrigues1292]

He's like a "merman". He sings and everyone falls in love! It is impossible to pass by this voice immune. It touches our soul!

[@thestraggletag2616]

"Cough", merman!

[@debramcfarland9975]

Very well put. I happen to be a mermaid.🧜‍♀️ He is like Aquaman.🧜‍♂️

[@thehomelesshebrews]

⁠Mermaids aka Sirens were/are demon spawn. They came about when Demons would mate with animals/HUE-mans.

[@MikeSakaru]

I can only imagine this man singing O Death. His voice is difficult to believe, but impossible to deny it's real when it's vibrating your chest.

[@Kafj302]

Why did i just imagine him singing "the devil went down to Georgia".

[@LunaLuBlackWolf]

I want to hear him sing O Death now

[@thedarkestzenitheon3340]

Okay I freaking love o death and now wanna hear him sing iy

[@tahiriscarbrough6027]

O death is a perfect song for him to try

[@skh770]

Omg that would be stellar. ❤️

[@conniealdridge8920]

I don't care which end of his vocal range he is singing, his voice is like melted butter, so smooth and warm. I could listen all day!!!

[@idaengest4069]

Im guilty of doing just that 🤚🏼😂

[@dark_neverland]

His voice melts the butter 😁

[@msnurse2003]

to me it's relaxing

[@marshayoung9387]

I agree on all counts.

[@purrrfect6032]

I could not agree with you more!

[@angelcelestenz]

Everybody needs a quartet of Geoff's sitting in the corner to add ambiance and harmony to everyday life....

[@KZ-np8fz]

YES!!!

[@coreymorris1693]

your voice is truly amazing. I wish I had your range.

[@FrogsForBreakfast]

Yes but no one will ever be able to tie a tie properly ever again. It's just not possible while listening to this.

[@tiyenin]

Wait. A quarter of Geoff's what?

[@cookien8390]

I agree!

[@anthonygrey4117]

Holy rusted metal Batman! How is this guy not super famous? He's amazing!

[@PatCummings_aka_DrPat_Reads]

He IS super famous.

[@karencobb7042]

I'm Deaf and I FEEL his voice. Incredible.

[@judyjagiello8288]

Wait for real???! That is fricken amazing 😍

[@kerrieannmarie]

Yup, deaf people can feel the vibrations. I love bass singers.

[@judyjagiello8288]

I am going to start to pay attention to the vibes. 💗 Thanks!

[@Guest.7289]

Im not deaf and still feel it

[@DanteYewToob]

That’s cool, my friend is deaf and she loves dubstep and DnB style music because she feels the beat to dance. I never even considered something like this, I’ll send it to her and see what she thinks… she’s used to “listening”/feeling music every day, so I bet she could enjoy this too! She wasn’t born deaf, so she can imagine what it sounds like apparently… so I’m curious to know what she thinks of his crazy voice!

[@nanasaysso33889]

Why is Geoff not a superstar. Oh my goodness he is astronomical.

[@reppi8742]

My phone vibrates when he sings! I'm afraid to listen through my Bose! He is incredible!!! He is the definition of talent!!!! OK so I'm listening through my Bose speaker now. Indescribable!! No orchestra, no gimmicks - no Hollywood. Pure!i wish he had popped into my feed a few years ago!

[@thehomelesshebrews]

His deep tones are so smooth, and buttery. There are some that seem so beyond deep, they drag you down below, while others transport you to another time/place/reality. In this song, idk what the exact time was, but when he hit it, OMGoodness....it was like he swallowed me whole....

[@justincase7848]

I thought it was a whole musical group. When I realized it was just one person I was floored. That's not singing talent. That's enormous production talent.

[@rebeccamay6420]

One voice that can sound like three or more different people. I might feel comfortable in only two vocal registers -- my regular mezzosoprano range and a lower range for singing along with Roger Miller, Marty Robinson, Johnny Cash, and the like. I'm not sure if my lower range is "chest" voice or if it turns into "subharmonic" at that point. I know I intentionally change the shape of my vocal tract and sometimes resort to vocal fry so I can reach the lower notes. I've taken more interest in this vocal range topic since discovering Home Free and Voiceplay.

[@angiewoollard704]

Guys, y'all are not prepared for this. This is NEXT LEVEL. I'm in ever increasing awe of how Geoff keeps raising the bar...and then leaping over it to set the next bar.

[@turanbirligi6969]

is geoff breaking his records here? l mean super high notes or low notes

[@angiewoollard704]

@@turanbirligi6969 No records set for high or low notes, no.

[@turanbirligi6969]

@@angiewoollard704 i belive that some day geoff will get higher than A5

[@saintscrib380]

@@turanbirligi6969 No record breaking, but he definitely does some things that he has never done before.

[@vicentaguarcas5945]

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[@Spyderredtoo]

I was a professional pianist and played for a lot of singers, bu never one with the range and control of this great singer.

[@MorgannaJade]

When he just suddenly drops to that low bass from high tenor just gives me goosebumps

[@potterj09]

Only time I can do that is when I drink spirits, which isnt accurate and isn't healthy. It can totally drop the floor on your vocal chords if you've song abit though.

[@donnabowden2568]

Who ever said you listen through your bones got it right. From the first note the vibration from my phone to my hand to my entire body was electric. He is also so easy on the eyes, I must say❤

[@Candicedrouin1]

It is so nice to hear Geoff showing his upper register more in this song 🥰 the bass is amazing but he is certainly more than a one trick pony.

[@sheerpoetry7]

FOR REAL. I was just re-watching Oogie Boogie and thinking we needed more Rock Star Geoff!

[@waynehawley9052]

It's also the fact that he can go from the high to mid vocals and just drop to the lower aspects of bass incredibly fast

[@paulinesalmon7374]

Totally agree. Plus he's astonishing gorgeous!!

[@Rorobins]

Why am I just learning about this gift of nature?!?

[@CJ_536]

you should check out all his other amazing stuff. Certainly plenty here on his channel (this and Shenandoah are my favorites, but 16 tons and Big John are awesome. Well, and everything else. Hard to go wrong.). But also, he sings as the bass (and half the time does the arrangements) for Voiceplay, a theatrical acappella group. They do a very wide variety so it's hard to know what people will connect with, but if you like this one you probably will like Tennessee Whiskey and Something Just Like This. And everyone who likes Disney should watch We Don't Talk about Bruno and Moana. Geoff is awesome (and so is the whole group) and they have LOTS of great options, and they just recently covered a Beach Boys Song and a Metallica song.

[@monikamona6844]

This depth is a sound from Mother Earth's soft womb and reaching warm summer sun. Such powerful and yet soothing masculine voice ❤

[@wendyhanzel8364]

The next time I have a migraine, his low tones are gonna feel so good in my head. Thank you.

[@alexrosas1499]

I AM IN SHOCK. MY BRAIN CANT PROCESS HOW GOOD THIS IS

[@GeoffCastellucci]

I am in shock that YOU are in shock. WE ARE SHOCKED!

[@maeco7]

Geoff, I will never stop being in awe of your ability to remold a beloved classic into something beautiful and unique without losing the heart of the original. I can't get enough of this particular cover - it's heart-wrenching and also somehow ridiculously cool, with that groove and remix-y vibe. And the video! You've taken your video-making to a brand new level with this one, to say nothing of your deeply convincing acting. I genuinely wanted to give you a hug at the end of this. Kudos all around, sir.

[@vicentaguarcas5945]

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[@PeBoVision]

It took until the end to want to give him a hug??? Heck, crossed that bridge 3 videos ago.

[@AnaArantes]

@@PeBoVision I feel ya...

[@GeoffCastellucci]

Thank you!

[@ekramer2478]

@@PeBoVision Yes please?

[@jackcox7945]

Geoff Castellucci is simply amazing. He uses that five octave vocal range like a fine instrument.

[@k5sss]

E1-B4 is the range I heard, 3 1/2 octaves.

[@SaulOhio]

Almost as talented in that as Freddie Mercury. Almost. But awesome.

[@jenniferfolsom3790]

I stand corrected - I was thinking his voice was 4 octaves. Ooops!

[@k5sss]

@@jenniferfolsom3790Well his recorded range is B0-D5, so 4 1/2. Just not all of it in this song.

[@gurbuzcevik2557]

Geoff's voice so magical... The low notes are unreal. ..Smooth & Warm..

[@emiliadamsgaardhansen2450]

Like Tennessee whiskey...

[@JustChreesha]

Like a really good smooth bourbon.

[@deanmarion5477]

he is a gravesite digger that goes 6ft deep.

[@monty-365]

@@deanmarion5477😂

[@deanmarion5477]

@@monty-365 : that how I describe his voice in the BASSment.

[@gregstorkwilson2745]

Geoff, as a Baritone/Bass in a singing group I have to thank you for bringing awareness to the awesomeness that is a Bass singer. You have inspired me to solo more. So often as a Bass we are taught to stick in our lane of 1 4 5, and let the Tenors and Baritones solo, consequently, we never explore our mix and head voice. What you are doing is helping inspire and teach many Bass singers.

[@danielleking262]

👍

[@Isaacmitchellarmwarrior]

us bass singers are left in the darkness

[@MaiaraBela]

I'm sorry, but it's kinda funny to hear that low/deep voice coming out of such a soft-looking guy hahah it is impressive though

[@jessicalong7435]

I think there should be more bass solos honestly. I love the way a good bass voice sounds 😍😍😍

[@rupert1126]

Nothing better than a bass solo!

[@asemlagnestal282]

He seems so heartbroken, it makes me cry. Astonishing acting! 💔❤️🎶❤️‍🔥 …and a FANTASTIC rendition of this song.

[@lonewolfx499]

This man has a stick of butter for a larynx. His voice is way too smooth!

[@denisenourse8462]

My beloved, late mother-in-law is the one who introduced me to Geoff Castalucci's music. She passed away this April from cancer. This song really hit me hard.

[@Bluebell_uk]

So sorry for your loss Denise. My condolences to your family. I hope with time you can listen to Geoff's beautiful voices and focus on the good times with your mother in law

[@joyfulyes]

Oh that is so sad. I hope this and other music offers some comfort in your grief.

[@melaneephillips8721]

Blessings upon you. Sge watches over you in a better place.

[@daphneraven6745]

❤️

[@AMcDub0708]

I think it’s amazing you adored your mother in law so much. Definitely shows she was a brilliant light.

[@dottyb3684]

This arrangement is magnificent and Geoff adds feeling to the song that is exquisite. His vocal range is totally off the charts. Love this version!

[@rowanaforrest9792]

This arrangement hits a great balance between the higher, low, and super-low tones. They all flowed together very naturally in this arrangement.

[@deanmarion5477]

@@rowanaforrest9792 : it called vocal aerobics, he is something else. his vocal range should be ( F#0) B0- C6.

[@MelodieRose727]

The haunting sorrow in this one is exquisite. Every new song is even better than the last, which seems impossible, and yet! Thank you so much for sharing your talent and creativity.

[@deborahrobinson3974]

well stated…

[@owenplaster9825]

very well, I do love the vibe of the last two

[@deborahrobinson3974]

It resonates goodness.

[@kittyv.8385]

Too true....

[@judithflavigny4470]

Geoff, you are an invader. You invaded my ears, my playlists, my mind, and even my bones with goosebumps, your incredible range, and your deep voice that reaches my soul ❤

[@christinaw9807]

I have a hearing loss in mid and upper ranges. Not total loss, but moderate. But i can still hear that bass, and I love music so much, these deep bass voices are a gift for me ❤

[@CJ_536]

Check out his video on hearing loss. His wife has significant hearing loss, and I just keep thinking how blessed she is to have such a deep voiced husband!

[@keith711m]

Hello 👋

[@chanmax2]

Hey Geoff, i'm a little frenchman who discovered you (and Voiceplay incredible "the Dragonborn comes") just a few days ago with your beautiful "Far over the misty mountains cold" version, the best cover i've heard of this song, and my new favorite song. I'm listening and playing music for almost 43 years, and rarely been so impressed and touched by an artist. Your talent to sing, harmonies, arrange music and create such incredible videos is unparalleled for a solo artist. I just can't understand how do you not have dozens of millions views and dozens of millions followers/subscribers... and you love cats, that's even much better. 😁 you seems to be a really genuinely nice and sensitive guy, father, husband, human being. I wish you, your family and Voiceplay all the best and can't wait to see your next work.

[@laras678]

I don't know if you're a fan of Jacques Brel, but if you are, don't you think Geoff could do some amazing things with some of Brel's chansons? Like Brel, he can tell a story with a song.

[@bjspeck4337]

I may have at least a partial answer for that. We who love, love, love VoicePlay and Geoff can't wait to see the incredible reactions of those who are seeing the video for the first time. We will watch every single one of them to enjoy not only our VoicePlay but the unbelieving reactions by those listening.

[@chanmax2]

@@laras678 hey, I didn't thought about that, the singing style of french speaking singers like Brel, Ferré, Piaf, Aznavour, can be very interesting but a little bit tricky for english or non french speaking singers, but I think it could be very interesting artistically to see where Geoff could go with Brel, I don't know if he knows french singers. Hey Geoff, do you know Brel?

[@chanmax2]

@@bjspeck4337 that's so great to see other people reacts to Geoff or Voiceplay, so many feelings, emotions, I really enjoy all of these good vibes.

[@joyfulyes]

Thank you for mentioning Jacques Brel. My Dad was a Rod McKuen fan and I grew up hearing a lot of stuff from McKuen and from Brel. People say McKuen was corny but I don't think so. Music is meant to bring out all the many emotions and there's no shame in that! This cover is in that tradition.

[@melissag1976]

How someone can sound like a demon one second and then like an angel the next, I’ll never know! My favourite singer of all time and I’m STILL always surprised at how amazing he is with each new song! Just wow!

[@johnfalkenrich4231]

Exactly. I'm so used to his low notes that hearing him do higher ones kinda throws me off for a second.

[@linkthor5247]

If you want another demon/ angel singer look up jinjer you might like it

[@melissag1976]

@@linkthor5247 Thanks for the suggestion. She’s definitely impressive.

[@user-qb9hn9xu9e]

Музыкальный шедевр! 👏❤ Мелодия очень красивая, успокаивает, умиротворяет, похожа на колыбельную. У Джеффа , кроме редкого голоса , своя ниша и прекрасный вкус !👏 Достойный пример пустышкам шоубизнеса!

[@user-wl4fd8ir6u]

Восхитительный бас! 🤩удивительное сочетание такого глубокого баса с такой хрупкой романтичной внешностью. Четыре октавы - это сильно! Джефф, люблю ваше творчество!

[@ElineVera]

THIS. IS. A. MASTERPIECE. *chills*

[@JaviaMusic]

Y’all aren’t ready for this. This might just be my new favorite from Geoff. So great

[@lkayh]

It’s hard to top High and Dry, 16 Tons and Misty Mountains, but yeah, this one just moved to the top.

[@CJ_536]

Haha. Every song by Geoff is my new favorite. :)

[@gabriellew6467]

When Geoff Castellucci interprets a song one feels that this is the one and true way to sing it ❤

[@susieoughton8836]

Amazing how he harmonizes with himself

[@Gretchen_G]

That image of you sitting surrounded by light-sunlight pouring in through the windows and glowing on the floorboards-while singing "ain't no sunshine" is really powerful. Goes to show how a dazzling exterior can mask a whole lot of inner pain and regret. The "darkness every day" is something we carry around inside of us. Reminds me of a line from another song: "There's a beauty in being broken, I've been seeing it." That's what you've done here Geoff; you've found beauty in the brokenness, and shared that vision with the rest of us. Thank you! 💙 (that line is from "Without Fear" by Dermot Kennedy, btw)

[@CaptainCrimsonCommenter]

I was gonna do a long physiological comment on what many men feel but decided not to do so.

[@karynmorrison4115]

I hadn't picked up on that until you pointed it out. And yes, the juxtaposition of the light and dark is powerful, but it's an inner darkness. .... mind blown

[@anneugartechea7650]

If a person doesn’t break a little here and there, how is their soul going to grow? There is a Japanese-word for the repair of a broken vase. You don’t just slap a dab of glue on it. Oh no! You thank the brokenness with a glimmer of pure gold. You’ve outgrown those baby booties. Walk tall and just be. Pain and all.

[@themistnfog]

If we'd never been broken before, never had any cracks in us at all, how would the light ever get in?

[@vaskeleton]

I'm absolutely in LOVE with Geoff's upper range. There's such a clear and beautiful quality to it that just takes my breath away every time I hear it. Please sing more songs like this Geoff!

[@suzybailey5501]

I completely agree Victoria! I love his smooth buttery mid range but his beautiful high range makes me grin like a Cheshire cat just as much as the bass drops. We definitely need more! 😊

[@lkayh]

Right? We all get goofy over those lows, but man he sounds great up higher too.

[@vaskeleton]

@@suzybailey5501 it's the contrast from the high notes to the low notes that just tickles my brain cells 😮‍💨

[@vaskeleton]

@@lkayh I'm a sucker for some high notes ngl

[@olgaaglo7041]

Потрясающий голос!! Обволакивающий, плотный, в нём утопаешь и растворяешься!!! Бас нереальный!!!

[@pauljohnson1113]

Geez. This brings tears to my eyes every time.

[@meganfear8039]

This is the best display of Geoff's range yet. Simple yet absolutely incredible. He has managed to keep the soul of this song and give it a beautiful modern twist. I am in love with all the highs and lows of this !!!

[@Th3BigBoy]

His higher registers sound incredible.

[@GeoffCastellucci]

SQUEAK - thank you

[@zitriphyer8429]

@@GeoffCastellucci lol

[@michaelinorlando8507]

Where does he find those high registers? The range on this guy is one of a kind. Nobody can do the things that he alone can do. Can you name anyone else. Nobody with his bass range can also be in perfect pitch in high range and still have a purity of tone. Geoff Castelluci you are quite literally "something else". Congratulations.

[@themagescorner]

How many octaves is his range though? damn lol well i bet someone is gonna vocally analyze this song at some point

[@zitriphyer8429]

@@themagescorner 5 octaves

[@GrumpyOldFart2]

Just found Geoff a few days ago (KZbin algorithm, ya know). That drop from tenor (is that it?) DOWN at 1:32is just….. AH! 😱

[@deanmarion5477]

Well, he is like a person who is in chest with much depth with power.

[@taszarawska3339]

У Джеффа чистейший и гармоничный бас, просто волос дыбом встаёт. 💓Супер!!!

[@maskedriderweaver4122]

If I showed this to someone who did not know him, they would swear there were four different singers. Another amazing performance that will enthrall the audience.

[@paulwhitford6814]

Funny you pose this, I came across Geoff recently and thought it was 4 different people. He has an amazing voice.

[@deegibb6368]

@@paulwhitford6814 I remember when my husband first discovered Geoff and then Voiceplay, he had to constantly tell me which it was. I honestly couldn't tell the difference between his songs with himself or with the other guys!

[@janetdw]

The Headless Horseman, and Misty Mountains are the ones that really kind of threw me for a minute, until I figured out that it was all him.

[@dianneennis4251]

The first video I watched Idid think there were 4 singers. His videos and his voice are amazing.

[@qcrew2938]

This man is the best singer in the world right now

[@CaptainCrimsonCommenter]

I wholeheartedly agree with your statement here Q crew

[@bigamogusballs]

ayo do not exaggerate, never listened to Dimash before?

[@GeoffCastellucci]

That's high praise... perhaps you've never heard of Celine Dion?

[@CaptainCrimsonCommenter]

In the type of singing you do Geoff, your in the lead

[@CaptainCrimsonCommenter]

Avi Kaplan is pretty good too

[@melindaestridge4167]

His voice is instant calm. I can never get enough.

[@user-yp9ee3ee1z]

Удивительный голос.Хочется сушать бесконечно. Желаю здоровья, удачи в бизнесе и усехов в творчестве.

[@Marcell0Bass]

That was a super creative arrangement. He always manages to one up himself

[@justchris3350]

Where list

[@turanbirligi6969]

aplease update geoff castellucci vocal range video he hit F1 chest in friend in the othrr side and B0 sub in halo theme

[@DC-tm7ys]

Celine who?

[@EmolessGamer]

I was actually looking for Marcello basses comment of the low notes list because I don't have pitch perfect hearing

[@chandlercarter349]

we need your timestamps with notes!

[@mousycritter]

Geoff's range will never stop putting me into shock at the low notes.

[@Annavic_Do]

А меня впечатлил дизайн, единство интерьера и одежды. Стильно! Исполнение песни тоже на высоте.

[@CJScrol]

Wow! His beautiful low notes & the arrangement are perfect. He can sing a full five octaves!!!

[@jennifercramp3542]

I've seen this repeatedly on Patreon and I'll never tire of it! Melancholy Geoff and his singing are riveting. The style is different from what he normally does and I'm loving watching him evolve and grow. Geoff's harmonies are spot on and take advantage of a good portion of his amazing range. Geoff's acting is convincing and heartbreaking. Awesomeness!!!!! 💜💜💜

[@callisastapp7160]

Right? His camera presence is half the magic 😁👏

[@anneugartechea7650]

Yes!

[@lkayh]

I had the great honor of meeting Bill Withers many long years ago. He was a very nice, very kind man. I didn’t know him more than a few hours and I had no idea who he was at the time-which he and his crew thought very funny. A few days later I saw him on TV performing Lean On Me, a song I’d always loved. #Headsmack. Anyway, I remember thinking that day that he was a man who carried a lot of sadness and a lot of beauty with him-it was an odd thought but I never forgot it. I think this arrangement and Geoff’s performance really does him justice.

[@francinegee9997]

*ALL* of Geoff's registers are gorgeous to listen to----the bass is the flaky crust on the pie.

[@tonybaroud3511]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship where are you from?

[@keith711m]

Hello 👋

[@d_richter]

I've watched this vid countless times. In addition to Geoff's theatrics, I love camera work that really makes you feel like this man is completely spiraling in his grief. Amazing cinematography! But mostly, I feel the best part is when it looks as though he moves from the sadness stage into the anger stage during the last "any time."

[@bluesmith1938]

OK. Has everyone missed him lightly running his fingers over the carved edge of the table that he might feel something other than his crushing pain? The only thing that rivals his sublime voice is his mindbending stagecraft! I'm in love!

[@shirleykarr3554]

It was also a way to show the two wineglasses, one on its side. I think it's a nod to the original song, which was inspired after Bill Withers watched Days of Wine & Roses, about two alcoholics in an unhealthy relationship. When she was gone, she was often off on a bender. This guy is untucked, untied, undone -- another subtle detail to tell the story of the song.

[@bluesmith1938]

@@shirleykarr3554 Oh, very much so. And the utterly crushed posture. I ached for him.

[@suzybailey5501]

Oh yes, I quickly learned to pay closer attention to Geoffs videos, so as not to miss any of the often subtle and wonderfully creative little titbits!

[@bluesmith1938]

@@suzybailey5501 Great that he's so very easy to pay close attention to, isn't it?

[@suzybailey5501]

@@bluesmith1938 Oh he certainly is, but that was also how I missed things! Now my method is: 1st watch - look at Geoff and only Geoff *sigh* 😊. 2nd watch - struggle to tear my eyes away from Geoff 😊👀 to catch the wonderfully subtle and creative extras! 3rd, 4th, 5th watch.... well I'm sure you can guess! 😂

[@indecx1878]

Holy crap, this arrangement is so pretty! The perfect amount of low and high range, beautiful harmonies, what more there is to say?

[@bgraber2004]

His range is ridiculous. Like full on ridiculous. How? It sounds so effortless regardless of where he's singing. I also enjoy how he "sings with his hands" as one commenter on another video said. You can anticipate the low note and your soul still isn't ready...just wow

[@Emeret.]

I will never be tired to repeat this under all of his videos, but this time i mean it more than anytime before: This song and his voice are like match made in heaven 🥰

[@TheBoringBelgian]

What a joy that you have given us the opportunity to support your music and your videos, Geoff. This one blew me away, auditory and visually and I'm so glad I helped for a small part to make this a reality, because I am in awe.. Immediately from the very first seconds, you start it off with this highly impactful, catchy and groovy motif which almost feels like a punch to the gut, which aids in telling the story to be told. Only to later strip it down and build it back up. I wish this could be about an hour longer, as I was absolutely enthralled by your interpretation of what is an absolute classic and you have my full attention. Using your entire range again, using so many layers and elements, with smoothly performed riffs which all has their role in the story you are telling. You have given this track such an updated feel, pacing and vibe. Whereas the original stays the same throughout, as usual you can't help yourself but to mix it up and make it different. Which is so interesting and with each listen there are more details to pick up on. On repeat. Endlessly. It won't get boring, It will join the ranks of the classics, as it's original inspiration. Visually, It is rather different from what we are used to from you besides the group shots, but I so SO appreciate you trying new things, and I duly enjoyed many of the choices you made. The movement of the camera, the composition of all the shots was really well done. The lighting, the effects that you added here and there. Unfortunately sometimes the group shot was a bit too blurry for my liking, but not in a way that disturbed the overall result too much. You always nail the details, this one is no different; Very fitting elements on set and one item making its return, the intentional blur, symmetric vs asymmetric shots.. The editing of the different chosen shots together with the camera movements really works. Your "acting" is a wonderful touch to change up your videos and in several parts you really sell the story you are telling. Thank you for trying different things and taking risks. This one is for sure near the top of the list of your best creations yet. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@vicentaguarcas5945]

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[@anneugartechea7650]

A very succinct reply. Thank you!

[@jmbmusic1]

Are you kidding us Geoff?!?! This arrangement is absolutely insane! And I LOVE IT!!! Videos like this one really show how good of an arranger you are. Seriously, you‘re a world-class arranger. The creative ideas that you put into your songs are just amazing and specifically with this one you outdid yourself once again. Bravo Geoff!

[@marshayoung9387]

I believe his wife Kathy is his production manager as well as Voice Plays. She is so overlooked as a part of the team.

[@turanbirligi6969]

@@marshayoung9387 If kathy arranged this it looks like this : Kathy: in here you must hit 3 tine G2 "i know" Geoff: I WANT G1 Kathy: But... Geoff: G1 Kathy: uh okay

[@Chief305]

This guys doesn’t feeds music to your ears, it’s goes directly to your soul.

[@natasha0.2babylia68]

Поет как дышит. Дышит и поет. Гармония. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@colettesfavoritethings3750]

His voice is so good. The low notes are just unreal

[@tebubba]

Excellent cover, as usual. Geoff NEVER disappoints. His range is off the charts. But the truly amazing thing is that his tone, vocal expression, clarity, timber etc. are "spot on" regardless of vocal register. On VoicePlay's cover of "Oogie Boogie's Song", you'll hear Geoff float from his upper registers to lowest registers with no detectable effort at all. His voice is smooth, haunting, sexy & delicious. I love ALL his music and that of VoicePlay too. My favorite Geoff cover is "Far Over the Misty Mountains Cold". He is my favorite bar none.

[@tonybaroud3511]

I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship where are you from?

[@catherinezoller4451]

I've never liked this song, but I sure like his rendition of it! He's always mind-blowing! What an extraordinary gift this man has been given!

[@lindsaychurch8749]

His voice just doesn't seem to be able to exist in this realm of reality. It's like a cosmic entity, it's bewitching to behold!

[@poodle9934]

If your bones don't rangle while listening to his songs, you're missing out on the experience honestly.

[@Aurora-cv5to]

OK, I'm slow. I finally realized how Geoff turned this song inside out, just as he did with Dream On. Withers made the song about missing a lost love. Geoff focused on the grief of passing time. The use of the repeated word 'anytime' (in the original, but not a focus) in the stutter/stop musical sequences (sorry, I don't know what that's called) to the fade sequences in the video that showed us this was an ongoing grief he'd felt many times in the past, to the background percussion that sounds like the ticking of a clock - all of that is powering this sense of grief and time lost. It's still about the girl, but much more focus on time passing. In Dream on, he took a forward-focused rock anthem and turned it around to focus on time gone by. Instead of the original last words, pushing forward, running ahead of time "Dream until your dreams come true, maybe tomorrow the good lord will take you away" - he transformed it to an elegy by making the last words "the past is gone." This is so much bigger than the usual "reinterpretation" that I'm simply in awe. It's so smoothly done that it took awhile to realize just how radical the transformation of both songs really is. Kudos, Geoff. This is ART.

[@neumastorres472]

Geoff has been my last musical discovery. His voice is so blessed and unique!!

[@samanthas2280]

Made my husband watch this. "The guy with the high voice is good too." "That's him too." "... I quit life."

[@markhilliard4037]

One of my greatest joys in music was discovering both the musical genius of VoicePlay and also... the amazing, stunning trip of Geoff C's music as he has begun this "personal voyage" of musical exploration with his solo efforts. This solo work of Geoff's has me rejoicing in the power of human creativity EVERY time I get the privilege of listening to one of his amazing musical creations... thank you Geoff!! How does he keep making every new creative effort reach a new level?

[@sersastark]

As a fan of Bill Withers, I'm so so so proud of you and what you've done here! You took a soul classic ballad and made it uniquely yours! Bravo!!

[@ofmeshupar]

איזה מנעד מדהים! והבסים מרעידים את העצמות והנשמה!

[@ChaiGuy6]

This is the first cover I have heard from him. He's so good that I literally cried

[@patriciacz8622]

If it was possible to literally be knocked off your feet by a song, this is the one that did it to me when I first heard it. I felt completely bowled over by the arrangement and the astonishing beauty of his singing. Completely awestruck. A perfect rendition of one of my all-time favorite songs.

[@livvhas3447]

This was another one that I didn’t expect to enjoy. I was sooo off, it might be my favorite of all the songs Geoff has done.

[@GeoffCastellucci]

WHEW!

[@livvhas3447]

@@GeoffCastellucci 😂

[@pzycho_reclas1794]

You have spoiled us sir! Now anytime I listen to other music I expect the same absolutely epic excellence I get with your music. It’s an entire experience it’s not just a song! The emotions you both portray and invoke, the video quality, the vocals, all are top tier excellence. Thank you for sharing your talents with us!!!!

[@suzyb1701]

The very reason I love Geoff and VoicePlay so much, it's always a complete and nuanced performance for the eyes, ears and heart!

[@joyfulyes]

@@suzyb1701 yes. They are lovable 💜

[@waltermcgarvin8001]

@@suzyb1701 it probably helps on Voiceplay that nearly half their music arrangements are done by Geoff. He knows his range but gives everyone something to do. I think PTX, Home Free and other acapella groups kind of keep their bass singers in the basement and let them show off their range once in awhile.

[@suzybailey5501]

@@waltermcgarvin8001 I agree, but again some people complain wanting only one person to sing lead, whereas I love the fact they hand off the lead to each other so you get to hear and appreciate each of their talents! 🙂👍

[@franklyfanladying6016]

😮 This dude’s voice is a whole other beast. Dayum. ❤

[@kerrygrella9608]

this man’s range is unfathomable

[@FMGLR]

WOW..I came across this by accident...Now I can't wait for the next 14 hours to be over to hear what I know will be yet another amazing performance!

[@lasmith1929]

Such a beautiful rendition of a classic. My dad loved the original, it was his favorite Bill Withers song. My dad passed away in 2020, today would have been his 73 birthday. This did my heart so much good. Thank you for sharing your talent with us all.

[@CATELlegend1]

This guys ability to make clones is really something.

[@maureenpaul8597]

This man has the most incredible voice I've ever heard. Bless you and thank you.

[@ColtonRMagby]

My heartstrings were just ripped out. And not gently, brutally. When it comes to Geoff, I wouldn't have it any other way.

[@veronicathunander4579]

The thing is that my heart just breaks when I’m watching this video 💔😭. Your acting is almost too good, too convincing... Your arrangement and voice(s) are just incredibly wonderful, as they always are!

[@marymitchell4617]

It's his tone & phrasing, too; he just nails it.

[@memphis2375]

Literally got goosebumps!! Wow….just wow!

[@christinestromberg4057]

I can imagine you thinking of Karhy being gone as you sang this. The heartache is there in your voice and it hits us right in the feels. A brilliant job, once again.

[@tonybaroud3511]

Hello I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship where are you from?

[@marekbubelini349]

I WILL FOREVER BE CONVINCED THAT NOT NEARLY ENOUGH PEOPLE KNOW WHO GEOFF IS. LIKE HOW DOES THIS NOT HAVE MILLIONS OF VIEWS?

[@dxdxternal7826]

I mean he does get over a million on like every cover he does but yeah it deserves more

[@tonifinley4872]

It will. Oh, it will!

[@crowquillgal1016]

I KNOW RIGHT

[@Mattlegg46]

Hi Geoff, you have inspired me to start singing baritone again. I have had a long time where I haven’t even sung a single note (way over twenty years), this is because I suffer from depression and schizophrenia. Singing is now a big part of my life. My favourite song of yours is Misty Mountains Cold.

[@lovestodive1879]

I'm not sure why KZbin dropped this in my recommended list since I'm far from the demographics but I'm so glad they did. From a card carrying senior citizen whose long ago teenage self had a crush on a long forgotten actor who sang this on a long forgotten variety show, I thank you. Music should evoke emotion, no matter your age. This brought a smile and a tear to that long forgotten teenagers face.

[@acappellaismyjam9202]

I listened to this song so many times on Patreon and I still cried like a baby with this premier! Strangely enough I feel like a proud mother watching her son releasing a beautiful piece of art! Geoff is 23 days younger than my oldest son.

[@Flickip]

I've never heard a more beautiful rendition of this song, Geoff's cover is amazing.

[@franceshoverson4000]

This man has a fabulous voice either talking or singing. Abosolutely love his sound

[@janettejohns9540]

There is just something about a bass singer that speaks to my soul....even one that is SO versatile 😍