"Giving You the Best That I Got" (Anita Baker) performed by Darius Witherspoon (12/21/16)

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[@Blenduu]

You've come a long way. I really appreciate all of your Anita Baker covers. ❤ Thanks always. Blessings.

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@lindaedmondson9094]

This is so good I love it. What a great sound ❤

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thanks so much!

[@jdilly1000]

You made an INSTANT fan out of me, this is my favorite song, and my favorite artist, and you relayed an epic classic flawlessly...you young man are an exceptional talent. Think you'll have time to perform her songs Sweet Love & Fairy Tales? If not I understand.

[@dariuswitherspoon]

jdilly1000 Thank you!!! Actually, I did those two songs a few months ago. If you can, check my video uploads, and you'll find those. I look forward to doing more Anita Baker tunes soon. Check out my other videos ... I'm sure you'll find more favorites...

[@dariuswitherspoon]

jdilly1000 If you're on Facebook, send a friend request. My profile picture is a pic of me w shades on at my Chevy Trailblazer, with a cover photo of the stretch of I 24. Everyone doesn't have facebook, which I totally understand. If you do, look me up and send in a request, and let me know who you are, so that I won't mistake you for some creep or hacker...lol

[@jdilly1000]

I'll do it 1st thing tomorrow. Thank you brother!

[@wayneeliotmusic7286]

I did Fairy Tales but need to do Sweet Love. I’m gonna check yours out Darius

[@desireebethea453]

Found this on my recommended videos. This is beautiful you are so talented!

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thanks so much, Desiree! 🙂

[@ecclairmayo4153]

you really are the best on these tracks.

[@dariuswitherspoon]

EcClair Mayo Thanks so much! I try to do my best.

[@EugeneNadesan]

Love your version

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thanks so much!

[@jamaaltillery7061]

Classic timeless 💪💪

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thank you, Jamaal!!!

[@nasjones6272]

Keep doing it Stick with it It's a good start I love her and this song is top 5

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thanks! She is the best. Yes!

[@christianhenry4173]

Sounds like you added some Sade rhythms to it. I like it.

[@dariuswitherspoon]

@@christianhenry4173 Thanks so much... This video is so old. I need to do a better version.

[@sharonpowell1969]

I cringe when most try to cover Anita Baker music, but this was wonderful

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thank you so much, Sharon!

[@bigthinkstudio]

Darius, Love the sounds you are getting from the keyboard. I have mainly all Yamaha older keys but digital, along with Hammond, Rhodes, Clavinet analog. Want to add one more full range keyboard and yours sounds great. Can you tell me what brand and model of yours or one that you would recommend for recording as well as playing live. Thank you , in advance.

[@dariuswitherspoon]

bigthinkstudio Thanks so much! Depending on your budget, I highly recommend the Kronos X, the one I used in the video. I purchased a used one, for the price. I strongly suggest this one. Never disappoints.

[@anitamiles5125]

Hey Darius r you still playing? This sounds great man. Love the feel you got on it. I want to sing to this track or if you have a more updated version and post it on KZbin with my other videos. Check out my latest video of Al Jarreaus Summertime. My name is Anita Miles. I have been compared to AB in the past when I was singing jazz. I'm a big fan of hers and she has been a huge influence on my vocal style for years since the 90's. Much Love and hope to hear back from you.😇

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Hey, sorry for the late reply. I had been checking my comments, and somehow this didn't pop up until I checked tonight.

[@marcospereira9772]

Muito bom!!

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Marcos Pereira Thank you!

[@Winner2016-e9b]

do you play by ear? chords?

[@dariuswitherspoon]

I play by ear. It took a while to develop the gift. A lot of heavy listening.

[@markwilson6383]

If I’m not mistaken it seems you did mess up on the first chorus but besides that it was great

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thanks so much! Most likely, I messed up here and there. I think, at the time, it was my first video of doing that song. I did an updated version earlier this year. If you could find it, check it out, and tell me what you think. I am always open to constructive criticism. It points out my mistakes and allows me to learn from them. It's a sure sign you listened to the nuances and details of the performance. I was hoping that more listeners point out my mistakes from time to time. These videos are impromptu recorded moments of having fun, rather informal in nature. I look back at my earlier videos and see my faults, whether the song was too slow, fast, or sloppy, and I eventually redo the song at a later date. You'll notice that I redid several songs, to improve the quality of the delivery. I'm enjoying the journey. Thanks again!

[@JoyOfZion9]

Niceeee are you from Detroit?

[@dariuswitherspoon]

J Li Thanks! Chicago.

[@jet07son]

👍

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thank you!

[@florencesee5805]

tutorial please

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Hope to do one soon! Stay tuned!

[@wayneeliotmusic7286]

Darius I just put my cover up on my channel check me out. Hopefully I will get as good as you one day. I’m getting pointers from you. Keep it up!

[@dariuswitherspoon]

Thanks so much!