Howard Jones - Things Can Only Get Better (solo performance from Live at Siyan recorded August 2020)

[@travisashmore6620]

This rendition is pure perfection, and is exactly what we all need right now. I wish everyone on here happiness and good health!

[@amosamaralmarao7846]

Igualmente à você,amigo! Abraços do Brasil!

[@ErinAbou]

This song helped me to get through a difficult time during my youth, as a 16 year old who had just recently lost a parent to leukemia in 1985. Thank you, Howard Jones. ❤

[@olliemaj491]

A Howard Jones fan since forever. Love his songs. Born in 69 and my high school years in the early 80s wouldnt have been the greatest without these songs. Such good memories. Keep going Howard. Oliver from Cape Town.

[@cherishhighvibes4283]

Same- Cherie in Arizona, USA💖 I love that he's still playing.

[@al0saif]

Khaled from Kuwait seconds that.

[@raymondanderson8799]

Same here (1985 grad) Nw Indiana.......THE best times of my life.....we just didnt realize how good we had it.... and the generations after us will NEVER understand

[@alaskahudson]

Yeah me too. As a freshman at university in 1984 I had Human Lib on vinyl and then next album in 86.

[@mickyherman445]

Ohhhh yay me too

[@SwedishChef1977]

Fantastic rendition of this masterpiece! Howard Jones is one of the greatest, and sadly quite underrated songwriters in modern time. He deserves a lot more recognition than he gets.

[@martyflowers5193]

Goosebumps for the first time in ages. My childhood hero.

[@kikikaka9550]

Me2~

[@keytronic5631]

Howard's vocal register at this age very impressive. This song is timeless. Thank for all these years, and all to come.

[@hazyshadeproductions]

I actually think his voice now sounds better than in the 80s. He sounds great here!

[@azaces6645]

I saw Howard Jones about 5 yrs ago. Dude opened for Thompson Twins, but completely STOLE THE SHOW!! WOW! Every single song. He came out wearing an orange suit and playing an orange Keytar! Howard Jones is a living legend.

[@shedlooney]

That's my favourite line, too.

[@Nells-p5x]

Wow STILL has an AMAZING voice and HUGE MASSIVE talent!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽♥️🥰

[@iangillanofficial]

Hello, how are you? Thanks for being a fan, liking my page, and for the support you showered on me, I hope you never stop listening to our music and watching our musical videos.

[@jamesrunningwind8815]

When this song came out, I was in my sophomore year in highschool, and was in my last days of being in an ICU ward. I was in a horrific car accident, was cut out of the car I was in. Both lungs punctured, crushed chest, a car part imbedded in my skull, fractured vertebraes in my spine, and crushed internal organs. A nurse in the ICU brought a little Walkman cassette tape player with a Howard Jones tape inside it, played the songs as I laid in a medically induced coma. This song was the song I remembered that got me through that dark moment in my life. Howard, your music helped me heal. Much love man.

[@truthoflife4402]

Thank your for sharing James. No doubt that God Himself was with you through it. He has sent Jesus that if you repent and believe in Him you shall be saved. You see, He is the One who gave us life and although we have all sinned against Him, He still sent us His Son Jesus. Jesus took your sin upon Himself and laid His life down for you. If you repent and believe in Him then you shall be saved.

[@kathyjones9731]

Things can only get better everyone!!..love to you all 🙏🏾

[@amitamukerjee8195]

I love Howard Jones and have done ever since I first heard him in the early 80s. Gentleness and strength, wisdom and youth, creativity and sincerity, with always that something eternal, life-giving in him and his music. This performance of a lovely song is gorgeous. I miss the great red hair but hey, things can only get better. :-) (And I have subscribed. Thank you, Mr Howard Jones.)

[@davidb3738]

Such a hauntingly beautiful version of his song from the 80s I remember as a kid.

[@RobynVids]

Such a beautiful rendition of the song. When a song translates so well to solo piano you know it's a keeper

[@evil_juggalo_1014]

Still love your voice you'll always be the greatest 💕 from Misty from tennessee I was born in 80s and I grew up still Loving your music and your voice today

[@andrerone8208]

I have to agree with the person in the comments below me born in 69 yes I'm owed but I'm from the 80s and I loved every single minute of it and this is one of my favorite songs that came on the radio when I was a teenager back in those days I still listen to the song I will still Rock to the song and I will play this summer to the day I die let me get onto one more thing my prayers go out to everyone in the world due to this nasty virus that's out there lots of people dying we have to hold our heads up I Stand Tall be proud and continue to be safe someday we'll get back to our normal but right now I'll just say things will get better and just put on some music to listen to be spirits take care of everyone God bless be safe

[@fredvegerano9607]

This version touched my heart very deeply...lovely version Mr Jones...you are being a blessing in my life...that's why the 80s will never gonna died...wishing U all the best and many blessings!!

[@daisydozy001]

Utterly beautiful. Very scared but you have been with me since I was 12. Was at Wembley, love you Howard xxx

[@Jacksondean.]

Thank you for being a fan ❤❤

[@ChefDRock]

One of the best live performances I’ve ever heard. 4ever 80’s

[@andsuddenly4252]

My favorite lines of any song ever : And do you feel scared , I do but I won’t stop and faultier. Makes so happy knowing you Mr. Howard Jones like those lines too.

[@funniebunnie4u]

Omgosh... One of the greatest, from our time.... Blissiest music evah!! Thank you Howard.... for Everything....💖🥰💖🥰💖

[@iangillanofficial]

Hello, how are you? Thanks for being a fan, liking my page, and for the support you showered on me, I hope you never stop listening to our music and watching our musical videos.

[@funniebunnie4u]

@@iangillanofficial Hey! Do me a favor... Instead of wasting everyone's time, pretending to be someone, you are NOT.... Why don't you go pet a turtle, or play with your GI Joe Action Set.... or SOMETHING useful. This isn't it. If your just a bot, then.....🧲🧲🧲peck off! 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@12ealDealOfficial]

Thank you Dad for giving me your copy of Human's Lib. Changed my life!

[@USHGJDS]

The original version inspires me to push through. This version made me tear up, because, at his age he pushed through the fears and did it. And is still so fantastic. Which I find more than inspiring. It makes me HOPEFUL. Thank you for posting. Such incredibly beautiful music

[@suefraser8095]

Tooooo magnificent

[@Jacksondean.]

❤❤

[@naneli9525]

Beautiful version of an awesome song, a Hope candle for these hard times. Greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷❤️

[@jfrockon]

I have came back to listen to this about 10 times. This is such a moving version. Much respect Howard....

[@luigirubano1660]

Thanks, Mr. Jones for Your music and sharing it with us. Music critics said that the Eighty's was made up of electronics and no good musicians. That's non the case of Howard Jones. Great singer, excellent pianist and a very talented arranger. Have a good life, Mr. Jones and God bless You.

[@wildeone1645]

I quite agree and you should also include Nik Kershaw who is also still going strong.

[@DavidChipman]

Well, to an extent it was. But as a fan of it, I sure wasn't complaining. Love synthwave that comes out now too.

[@luigirubano1660]

@@wildeone1645 I agree 100%.

[@2callme_star]

Thank you Howard Jones for this beautiful GEM that has been on replay for my family and that has helped me and many others get through life. We are FOREVER grateful 💙💙💙

[@raywright528]

Howard Jones still sounds great! Music of the 80's everyone tries to claim this generation as their own I'm glad I grew up hearing these songs on the radio! Howard Jones is underrated and timeless!!

[@NickyTaff]

I have listened to this song for years . Lately i listen to this song daily. Please keep putting out the hote Howard Jones. Love the song as well . xxx

[@wwpttn]

Sir theres a reason you're still around. That was well done!!!!

[@tarynmiller-bell347]

I agree. That line is perfection.

[@o.l.railsback7372]

I am your most loyal fan, Mr. Jones ! 🙏🎤🎹 From 🇷🇺 with love

[@alejandra1036]

Temazo... excelente reversión de si mismo con la misma voz impresionante. Si habré bailado este tema en los 80.

[@seeshel63]

Howard, your voice is astonishingly well preserved; I'm a 60s child and original fan from Australia - youve still hot it!

[@1973vicrattlehead]

This is just so good. And yes I still get scared.

[@rinny02852]

Jumped up, clapped my hands, and stopped my feet! This song has always lead me when I was taking a big leap. I was contemplating a move to SF as a small town kid from Rhode Island. This played on my Pandora on my Jet Blue flight. I knew this was the right move... and it was. Thank you. Howard Jones!

[@Jacksondean.]

Thank you for being a fan ❤❤

What a glorious rendition of his pop classic

[@bruin4937]

Killer performance, Howard. You still sound incredible, and what a cool salsa interlude surprise for the listener! Keep up the great job! Best wishes from a long-time fan from sunny So. California.

[@ry8729]

Age is only a number I suppose, but I just had to bring up the fact that this man is 65 years old in this video. He is truly an awe-inspiring human being to look up to. "What Is Love" is my favorite of all the hit songs from him.

[@kenthurgood]

Never fear age’d voice … talent has no end … you brought me back in time again ❤❤❤

[@andreasilvestri1696]

Great composer, great performer, person of great quality and yet humble .. His music accompanied my best moments and pushed me, after so many years, to learn to play the piano, to be able to perform what I had only been able to hear .. A heartfelt thanks, Howard

[@anitaporras4720]

I used to dance in my room,, now I run on the street listening this music, the best music ever,, thanks Mr Jones , Hi from Costa Rica

[@jfrockon]

What a fantastic song no matter how it's played. Wow, so cool.

[@chadpescod-realtor3308]

That's always been my favorite line too, both sonically and for it's meaning. Vulnerability that results in strength.

[@amfwelsh]

Voice still sounds awesome

[@Holpopov]

Howard Jones lives in my heart and soul! This dude probably does not know the extend of the influence his music had on us back then! Shedding a tear or two reminiscing his awesomeness!

[@faberking]

I am a fan of Howard Jones! I never saw a concert of him. I Hope Howard comes to Italy in Rome. I love his songs. I am very Happy to find a lot of fans of Howard!!🤗🤗🤗

[@joannesmith3991]

love it , this takes me right back to my 1980s in my bedroom with my pal julie playing our records xxx

[@julesgilman4918]

Just LOVE this rendition. So very beautiful. Thank you Howard 🩵

[@sounddiv]

You’ve been my hero since I was 16 years old all these decades later I am happy you’re still around, HoJo :)

[@javymontevideo]

Altenative versions like this is a must. Hope to hear some more!

[@jcsolomon6470]

HoJo,is A Manifester Profressor of Positive Mental Suggestions!Lub ya Ebbuh since 1st seen on Mtv,back in da day nah!Jcsx

[@mjacalan]

You aged gracefully. This was my favorite(est) song in high school. Also your No One Is To Blame original version.

[@taa64777]

Oh how much we 80's kids have aged. Seems like only yesterday

[@phoebemorris44]

I love this song and Howard's music! I will be a forever fan of his....thank you Howard Jones for bringing joy to my life!🙂💖

[@larrysorenson7905]

A true musical genius, enjoyed his music back then and now

[@benjismith593]

Please tour in America with a full band! Sincerely an 80s kid that's now 40.

[@seandeburca2790]

OMG Howard I love you man , singing these songs scaled back , acoustically really shows how great a singer you are, you are on the top of your game and even better than ever, May you never stop ,

[@sdrewe99]

Massive fan since the 80s!

[@tarkineWild]

I really love these stripped down versions of Howard's catalogue

[@CatoMinor]

Mister Howard, you are simply marvelous.

[@cassisbrook]

THAT line, is my favourite line from this song too. Brilliant song. Brilliant performance, Mr Jones. Thank you. 🙏🏽

[@lukasspriceless2555]

Wow... Just Beautiful !!! Thanks for all the music Howard... Awesome !!!

[@deanpapadopoulos3314]

As a vocalist he puts 99% of other paid vocalists to a category called ‘still developing’.

[@lisad9676]

Wow. This is fantastic. I’ve been jonesing for the music of my youth. Stupid pun intended

[@gaijin5]

Been a fan since "Human's Lib", his first album, 1984! What talent! Howard you are fantastic!

[@blessedwin888]

Pitch Puurfect Mr Jones!! Loved it!!❤🌅✅

[@iangillanofficial]

Hello, how are you? Thanks for being a fan, liking my page, and for the support you showered on me, I hope you never stop listening to our music and watching our musical videos.

[@syamsulhamidarief3960]

Howard jones still in my ears nevr stop listening his song,my first saw him concert 38 year ago in Melbourne

[@AntonioSilvi]

Thanks for this gift! Me too of the 69 …. Me too love him in the green years of my life!

[@Jacksondean.]

❤❤

[@forrestmalcom8351]

I am happy he is still around & performing . I remember him as a kid in the 80s Back in Los Angeles watching video 1 with Richard Blade. He reminds of a little bit of John Lithowe

[@waynebranson3059]

Most excellent video!!!!! Thank you for your encouragement.

[@nonorne5680]

super pianiste et toutes ces music sont mélodieuse !

[@Wesley8Bit]

Howard is a true legend, Insane at how great his voice still is!

[@andrewkaiser7203]

Wow, his voice is an absolute excellent shape. Awesome rendition here. A true excellent musician and singer.

[@waynedchang]

Stripped down, pure, raw, and you haven't lost a step. Well done!

[@shepherdsvoice3245]

One of my favorite songs of yours! And I must say that was excellent sir! Father definitely gave you a wonderful gift! May you be blessed in Jesus Christs mighty name

[@jiandamonique]

Every little thing he does is magic ❤️☮️

[@kamarbazarek6460]

Tears of HAPPINESS & JOY!!!! (MY ANTHEM) 💕 💕 💕 💕 I used to listen - on my Walkman - DANCING DOWN THE STREET - Walking home 3 miles from work.

[@octowuss1118]

I can’t figure out if you’re singing about love or politics, but it’s powerful and true, whichever it is. Thank you, and lots of love from Oklahoma, USA

[@asqueakyfoot]

Both!

[@giraffebecky]

I think it's more about his career and possibly something much deeper than that...

[@hojosgirl6884]

Loved your music Howard for 20 years, I’m now 38. You’ve cheered me on through so many hard times, thanks for keeping us happy 😊 things can only get better, your my super hero ❤️

[@Jacksondean.]

Hello, thank you for being a fan.Your love and support towards my music is well appreciated ❤️❤️

[@maurizioantonelli5260]

Grande Howard Jones!

[@mootpoint7053]

Amazing falsetto and range even still! Howard Jones or HoJo as I’d like to refer to you, you are still the man man!

[@goncarrasco]

HJ sending positive energies for the past 40 years with this song. Respect!

[@HMMarks]

I love this version of one of my favorite songs of all time. Amazing and so beautiful.

[@danulin7485]

Absolutely stunning. Bravo, Mr. Jones.

[@laurasimpson7815]

Simply amazing and beautiful, hearing that extraordinary voice again took me right back to the 80's, best time of my life.

[@Jacksondean.]

Thank you for being a fan ❤❤

[@jabnewmedia]

Thank you Howard

[@Rick41066]

This song gets to me every time. Masterpiece.

[@giraffebecky]

Beautiful and eerie. You're so cool Howard!

[@davidreggiofrsa6992]

..I still remember it was around February or March 1985, it was a rainy day in North London. I ran home from primary school because my uncle had bought the single, couldn't wait to watch the record spin round as "things can only get better" filled the house. This rendition is timeless...44 years' old and I'm as mesmerised now as I was back in 1985. There is something timeless and very special about the music of HJ...

[@Climbgator]

Fan...Im from Brazil...livin music.

[@andrewsilberman5066]

Phenomenal.....and he's the same guy as the original!

[@jameswillis1742]

i was a teen through most of the 80s and to hear this song performed moments both good in bad in my life in the 80s play in my head in slow motion like retroflection it was unexpected

[@sidthetech_USA]

This is one of my favorites from Howard... and this live take is truely well played. Thanks Howard!

[@JustPlainRob]

I can't believe I missed this before. What a fantastic version of this song.

[@britt-mariebjurman5444]

Howard Jones 🎶❤️🎶 Love from Sweden.

[@noneya7297]

Beautiful sir even better than the radio edit. I love it 🥰

[@TheCodeCobalt]

Still absolutely amazing.I love this version. Thank you so much for this wonderful song.

[@superrobotscompany8366]

One of my favorite artists ever since 1984 👏👏👏👏👏👏 cheers all the way from Kuwait

[@TheflyingkiwiRC]

Great vocals after all these years. Such a great version but man the original was one of the great songs from the 80s. Howie you are still superb 👌