John Legend “Dancing in the Dark” on the Howard Stern Show

In 2013, John Legend covered Bruce Springsteen in the Stern Show studio and told Howard how Questlove of the Roots and Jimmy Fallon were to thank for his version. Watch more covers from the biggest stars in music on the SiriusXM app: siriusxm.us/2Qn55BL
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[@rammezinho]

Actually, this is one of the deepests and emotional songs of Bruce. The lyrics are almost a cry for help.

[@huellplollieufb8594]

John's voice is beautiful enough to make grown man cry. That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard

[@murraywestenskow2896]

What struck me the most - was how Legend brought the inner feel of the song out. Dancing in the Dark is a great song. John just proved it. While we're at it - have there ever been more poignant lyrics that have resonated with so many people - as - _I want to change my clothes, my hair, my face._ Incredible insight - in the middle of a song.

[@jeremiematte1587]

I...... never actually understood the lyrics till I heard this version. I never thought this song could make me feel sad, like a beautiful sadness, but still sad.

[@bitsiphon]

You know for a talk show Howard sure gets some great music performances.

[@NDemanuele1]

He should have a separate show devoted to music - but doubt that will happen, he's busy enough.

[@HamiltonRb]

I wish he could get Bruce on sometime

[@jordanbeischer6996]

the studio is world class for audio recording too. These live performances have better quality than some studio albums

[@hijinks21]

he pretty much created the whole acoustic genre of bands just playing in the 80s. What's even more amazing is most of these are before 9am

[@fedbumoz987]

True data

[@ifeelfine72]

Almost six years later and this rendition still gives me chills.

[@SRZ418]

I’m not a huge John Legend fan but damn… he nailed this. Goosebumps!

[@arned2493]

Only an artist of magnitude can make something perfect even more beautiful; a proper homage to the The Boss. John Legend is already legendary.

[@tarawillis3995]

magnitude no one can name shit from him. lets be honest

[@georgevanwinkle9345]

I will always love Bruce Springsteen's original. With that said, John Legend's cover is AMAZING!

[@dannyfisher8382]

Ah man. John Legend is as appropriate a name for an artist as it gets. He made it his own, without completely changing the soul of the song. The mark of a true of a true artist.

[@lewisjustinc.7378]

good lord this guy can sing This man's immeasurable gift dances and falls away from every keynote. What a voice!

[@AussBosss]

When Legend started throwing it down at 2:21...all I could do was close my eyes and take in the purity of his voice. Dude is the f’ing sh*t!

[@miricachitu4434]

When he said " my Springsteen friends" I felt so jealous. I wish I had Springsteen friends so there could be someone to understand my massive musical crush for him. :(

[@11thStreetKid]

Massive Springsteen fanatic here. I knew John before this but I never have listened to him more. What a talent I must say. This was awesome, no one can top Bruce’s original version but this is great.

[@2300enduserperson1]

Agreed.

[@MP-km9ib]

John Legend, Brian McKnight, Sam Cooke, Jeff Buckley, Susan Tedeschi... all have those instantaneous goosebump producing voices

[@donmaciver1420]

This man's immeasurable gift dances and falls away from every keynote. What a voice!

[@justinnel1996]

Howard really has a genuine humble appreciation for all the artists on his show🤘

[@xwsygdihpf6675]

1:39 ok That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard

[@windsongshf]

This is such an underrated song. The lyrics are amazing. Beautifully done!

[@mattberry7057]

As a lifelong die-hard Springsteen fanatic, I approve this performance. John Legend can do no wrong.

[@odalisgonzalez6875]

John is a real musician. A real artist.

[@tarikkhan2341]

Best cover I've heard of this song

[@WorkingDemo]

Btw Howard, thanks for giving these guys a place to sing and sharing in this form. Really love it.

[@A-Wall]

Thank you for uploading this! This performance gave me a new respect for John Legend AND Dancing in the Dark.

[@michealbarnt4873]

Almost six years later and this rendition still gives me chills. He is the epitome of class and talent.

[@Oecanside]

is anyone suprised by how good this is? john legend is and amazing artist

[@LittleboyWearingglasses-lz4xd]

He is the epitome of class and talent.

[@damienstargemini]

John Legend is a mega talent. Whatever genre he does is gold.

[@Ron71997]

John Legend is a true artist, he took this very well known song and made it completely his own and his version told a completely different story. Well done John....

[@leoray1234]

This song is a revelation the way John Legend performs it

[@randyknight3787]

Absolutely magical. Brought me to tears...

[@infoguy1978]

good lord this guy can sing

[@xaptronic]

what a voice holy shit

[@chrisbailey2471]

beautiful

[@miked.8790]

It's amazing how once he starts singing its like WOW!

[@michaelhirst9220]

What a class act John Legend is.

[@h.herndondolores494]

That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard OMG... how good his JL Almost six years later and this rendition still gives me chills.

[@KongVanessa]

You know for a talk show Howard sure gets some great music performances. That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard

[@SN0WMAN27]

One of my favorites now

[@erinyads2273]

So cool. I love the story behind the rendition and how John is up for the challenge. Real passion for the craft and real talent.

[@annecollins3693]

This is an awesome arrangement-piano and vocals-wow, JLegend is so talented!!!

[@karensimpson5226]

Young love....I miss this feeling everyday....💜💜💜

[@macrovigilance]

A legendary version of DITD.. this guy oozes Soul. Superb!

[@matthewjames9651]

Such a great song. Fantastic version. John Legend has one of the most beautiful soulful voices ever to grace the Mic. Gorgeous xx

[@corrine4247]

What a beautiful version of this song I love it

[@danijayyy1]

This is freaking incredible. Currently listening for a third consecutive time.

[@peterowen6736]

This is another classic by one of my favourite artists . I keep repeating this version

[@bluzshadez]

This is a beautiful soulful rendition of a Springsteen classic. I'd like to see John Legend make a musical arrangement and sing songs from Metal bands.

[@bluzshadez]

Please tell me that you are back. I miss you!

[@AnthonyCapece1]

Beautifully done. Respect and appreciation of the original, yet unique on its own. I want it in my playlist.

[@erock81487]

Anthony Capece well put. Couldn’t agree more.

[@TheJusnic82]

Unbelievable, so good

[@calam8286]

Hairs on the back of my neck stood up. Powerful performance.

[@ElliotJokelson]

I listened to it twice. Yeah John!

[@2300enduserperson1]

This is my second time. I can see in the future listening to it "twice more."

[@kyngk0ng]

Elliot Jokelson those are rookie numbers

[@tacohoney9964]

BEAUTIFUL

[@mariana400]

I absolutely love this version. ❤️ Wow

[@MiMi2oO]

I'm glad I found this!

[@2300enduserperson1]

Much love to John Legend (Penn grad) and The Roots (Philly band). Love you both!!! Thank you, Howard, for having such an awesome human being on your show (PS: Philly fan WYSP from 1987, born and raised in the City of Brotherly Love).

[@thelucabrazzi]

OH MY GOD YOU ARE AMAZING there is something about your voice, spirit, intrinsic quality that blows me away. This mad me so sad and wanting to cry and don't know why. Your voice and energy is beautiful !!!

[@professorflynn8062]

I love that he pronounces "can't" as "cain't" consistently. What a lovely, personalized nuance.

[@ObamaFromKenya]

Professor Flynn does he pronounce “Aunt” as “Aint” 🤔🤔

[@loveforthe90s]

God damn John can sing 🎤

[@Signals_Jerry]

And play!

[@2300enduserperson1]

If he weren't married...and if I were somewhat cute...that man would loooove me long time.

[@JayRiemenschneider]

Way to go Scoop

[@tonymcquaid8169]

How have I only just found this?

[@djcrook6641]

John's voice is beautiful enough to make grown man cry.

[@kevinc5771]

Yeah seriously - I got goosebumps almost immediately after he started singing

[@nongnapatstanya637]

Gorgeous John.

[@hfm16]

Wow. That was unbelievable! John is amazing!

[@mongmong47]

Soulful John and Quest Love ! Big up to the Roots an Legend magnificent!

[@azmick1585]

Amazing performance!

[@joebarry7967]

John Legend just never fucking disappoints ever

[@keefriff99]

That was unreal!

[@marktrump9098]

That has to be one of the best remakes of a song I've ever heard

[@imandan1966]

not nearly this good@@justmissjamey

[@johnthompson6689]

Look up the live version Hot Chip does..

[@tarawillis3995]

havent heard much or super low music iq dude

[@LAMaurer]

Wow! Blown away!

[@brooke80448]

Excellent cover, I’m a huge boss fan you nailed it

[@satyacoaching_EFT]

wow this is gorgeous

[@naderhashemi555]

stunningly beautiful...

[@kikoarmani]

How beautifully stunning!!!

[@Ron71997]

So few have the passion and the raw voice to sing like Springsteen, John did this song justice with a different spin....

[@tommeyer6198]

This is brilliant John has it all ,his interpretation of this song is amazing

[@fireatwill7707]

Awesome. One of the best Springsteen covers ever.

[@brucebannerlondon190]

Brilliant!

[@invista4134]

My respect for him has increased...

[@wilmamarks2321]

Beautiful.!!!!!!!

[@crystalcampbell2811]

❤ this. Johns voice is raspy Gold. Such talent

[@joealimalqaeda2338]

This man is a LEGEND

[@KDubs107]

Gorgeous cover.

[@kuruman1]

Breathtaking

[@troybrewer2576]

Amazing talent and amazing remake

[@BB-bp7vx]

excellent. fantastic voice

[@mikehoncho6489]

Man has a voice. Good god

[@fedebjalways]

Really liked it! Beautiful voice and a great talent!

[@tgroppi]

Go Howard !

[@tr0nd15c]

Damn that kicked ass.

[@TOOTLESMF]

this is a must watch! amazing!!!!!!!

[@tylerreid2494]

MAGIC!

[@TH-qu5zu]

This is Amazing!

[@franks.7736]

Now that is some cover!

[@chrisschott9645]

NICE,John did a great version,Enjoyed it!

[@GeorgeWaninger]

never in my rock n roll life did i ever think i'd say this, but god damn that piano sounds good

[@Martin_HD28]

So Stinkin Pure!

[@jasonsabbath6996]

LOVE this so much!!!!!!

[@ralphferreirajr.9382]

A legend already.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹

[@ljinbs]

I love the song, I love Bruce, and I love John. That being said, I still expected to hate a "jazzy, dark version" of this, but I loved it!

[@yatwobob]

Oh my frickin Wow that was great.