Hurt - Nine Inch Nails (Bardcore | Medieval Style Cover)

[@TravellingTortuga]

"I would keep my oath," combined with the art, reminds me of Aragorn and the Dead Men of Dunharrow. How they were trapped, for not keeping their oath.

[@davethecredible8733]

'Twas intentional, methought.

[@rosebyanyname]

A new single from Hildegard is as rare as the blossoming of a night blooming cereus, yet always just as beautiful.

[@macaron4280]

This is such a beautiful compliment 😭

[@Harrowed2TheMind]

I knew not such a plant. For this lore, thou hast mine gratitude.

[@rw8733]

Truly beautiful. Thank you. 😊

[@Milamberinx]

I'm ashamed, but... I have to... You cannot be cereus!

[@rw8733]

@@Milamberinx I see what you did there. 😏

[@WhitneyAvalon]

This is magnificent, as your work always is. “The fates hold out my thread / but cannot cut the string” gave me goosebumps!

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

Thank you Whitney! I admit that line was somewhat inspired by Disney’s Hercules. 😂

[@RoyBeerZ]

That line did it for me as well.

[@biltrex]

Completely agree! I will remember that couplet for a long time.

[@jj-if6it]

me too!

[@dayegilharno4988]

"...then I took an arrow in the knee" - Aah yes, the old familiar sting :)

[@OverlySarcasticProductions]

you know the original is a poetical banger when swaths of the lyrics make it through unchanged -R

[@CharliMorganMusic]

I think changing so few lyrics was a brilliant choice; they're already so simple and they work.

[@hatman4818]

Ive noticed her methods for lyric changes are essentially to keep the changes minimal, and make changes make sense. So the song gets adapted to old english (which doesnt change much). But she then picks out words and phrases to change to make it period accurate. For example, guns arent a thing. So any mention of guns and bullets gets adapted to bows and arrows. Another good example, for her rendition of rising sun, she changes New Orleans to Orleans (really damn lucky the song was about a "new" city, with an old european city that shares the same name). The meaning is still the same, but it becomes about a brothel in a city in France rather than one in the nonexistent Liousiana. It seems like most bardcore covers just adapt it to old english, but dont take the time and effort to adapt the lyrics to their time period in such clever ways. She does. There is a purpose behind every change. Abaolutely meticulous.

[@apizzathatgiantforthesimpl5191]

Oh hey Red!

[@oleanderhawthorne510]

​@@hatman4818 I agree with everything you said except that this is old english. This is NOT old english. The original script of beowulf was old english, and is practically illegible to the modern person. We would not recognize many of the words. Modern English is much older than you might think.

[@nstrug]

@@oleanderhawthorne510true, Shakespeare wrote in Modern English after all.

[@spring1610]

Each version of this song is a different story. The original NIN is a young man having a breakdown, Cash's version is an old man with regrets, yours is an immortal who can't escape life. All so beautiful they can bring me to tears, just in different ways. Bravo, Lady von Blingen.

[@MrIgorkap]

Non necessarily immortal. Arrows are technically survivable sometimes.

[@spring1610]

@@MrIgorkap how about falling upon your sword?

[@MrIgorkap]

@Spring If it's sheathed should be no problem 😊

[@firstlast526]

​@@MrIgorkap"The fates holdout my thread But cannot cut the string" Those lyrics seem to imply the person is immortal

[@dannydemonic4799]

This song is so versatile and works in any genre

[@jharedsantos1063]

The detail of the King of the Dead, from Lord of the Rings, slowly turning into his ghostly form accompanied by "I would keep my oath / I would find a way" is now my #1 LOTR reference in music.

[@squishymusic9723]

Was looking for this. Aragorn didn't return in this timeline, their oath was not fulfilled.

[@michaelsheridan6177]

RIGHT???

[@carlpetersen3147]

He was waiting over 3000 years even in the cannon timeline probably regretting everything the whole time.

[@fatalrob0t]

And I cried when I saw that

[@gagnorhawkk]

I love how the second verse is almost unchanged. Just goes to show how timeless Reznor’s expression of despair is. Big ups for NIN

[@AsmodeusDHare]

yeah someone interviewed NiN after Cash's take and they agreed, Trent wrote it but Cash made it his own. That's how much they liked Cash's cover.

[@P-Mouse]

@@AsmodeusDHare in fairness so did Hildegard

[@hawkins347]

@@AsmodeusDHare The experience and wear in Cash's voice completely changes the meaning of the lyrics in my opinion.

[@trollingisasport]

@@hawkins347 Yeah. First time I heard that made me question my mortality.

[@redkellbell6169]

@@hawkins347 Made me think of an old Grandfather with lots of regrets, despair, loneliness, his life flashing before his eyes, memories both good and bad... Almost like an old cowboy or gunslinger. Modern meaning.. Yeah, definitely an old grandfatherly figure that is just waiting to die, to pay for it, but scared to all the same. Cash really made it his own., so did Hildegard

[@OneTrueVikingbard]

And when the world needed her most, Hildegard von Blingen returned. You have been missed. Love this cover.

[@XanthiusOkuwa]

Bardcore, Cover Artists, Instrumentalists, Lyric Videos. Long ago the four genres lived together in harmony, but everything changed when the Lyric Videos attacked. Only the Avatar, a master of all four genres, could stop them but when the world needed them most, he vanished. KZbin discovered the new avatar, a young bardcore artist named Hildagard Von Blingin.

[@rw8733]

Welcome back, goddess.

[@astaphe9186]

Trent Reznor's Hurt: Addiction Johnny Cash's Hurt: Looking back on a long life of mistakes and fame Hindegard von BLingin's Hurt: Life's hard as a medieval vampire.

[@mr6johnclark]

as a medival immortal.

[@jamesrichie7844]

As an elf

[@beckstheimpatient4135]

Not a medieval vampire, but one who betrayed Gondor and the kingdoms of men. Cursed to immortality until the heir of Isildur called upon them to fulfill their oath. The way is shut. It was made by those who are dead and the dead keep it. The way is shut.

[@Emphasiski]

@@beckstheimpatient4135 I'm glad someone else noticed this. The clear give away is the painting changing to the king of the Dead Men of Dunharrow.

[@IMightBeVanny]

I'm sorry, is this about Astarion? Because this is so heavily Astarion coded

[@dafiltafish]

The visual of the decaying knight as the song goes on is just perfection.

[@AragornElessar]

oh I didn't notice that. cool

[@beckstheimpatient4135]

Not a decaying knight, but a king! One who betrayed the old kings of Gondor and was cursed to immortality until the heir of Isildur would call upon them to fight once more, and thus redeem themselves. The way is shut. It was made by those who are dead and the dead keep it. The way is shut.

[@D_YellowMadness]

It was so gradual I just thought I hadn't noticed he was a skeleton all along.

[@khallrik]

And all the friends and loved ones who fade away pile up at his feet...

[@Catherine_Longstaff]

That was so haunting and beautiful! (And the painting turned into the king of the dead from The Return of the King! Ahhh!)

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

10 points!

[@sarahmattingly6971]

Amazing detail!

[@DawnsTower]

@@Hildegardvonblingin Is this maybe the Lich undead character song you had mentioned in that one interview? Could be getting it all wrong ;) Blessings to you and yours!

[@googiegress]

@@Hildegardvonblingin Aw and here I thought it was King Arthur

[@Lurklen]

@@googiegress It could be any king, whose shining promise was tarnished by the forsaking of his honour, and whose brilliance somehow still gleams through the dark fugue of regret.

[@HeisenbergFam]

Always a great year when Hildegard casually returns after 5 months The voice is angelic

[@RagnaroekChaos]

I appreciate that some of the strongest lyrics were unchanged. I know Adaptation always invites more changes than necessary so restraint is an important skill which you’ve shown. Great job!

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

Thank you, choosing what to change and what to keep is one of the hardest parts. I'm glad you approve!

[@mwater_moon2865]

@@Hildegardvonblingin The wording is well chosen, but the arrangement and instrument choice is otherworldly! The strings tug on the heart all on their own.

[@JasonV_DM]

I played this during the finale of our D&D campaign. It reduced everyone to tears. Thank you for your contribution to such a transcendent moment.

[@LolAtHaters]

A moment trancended to our mind, through the song. Real Majic.

[@JasonV_DM]

@LolAtHaters it really is the perfect song at the end of a great battle. It's like you can say the scene had "A mood of tragedy that befell the city." Etc etc Or play a song that shows the survivors' feelings.

[@orom6581]

Unironically, as Im trying to write a story, this cover of this song proves to be the greatest outline of one of my most important characters. Truly, this has given me entirely too much inspiration.

[@SpecterVonBaren]

Same for me.

[@morganhayes108]

This feels like the lament of a forlorn immortal trying to make peace with their existence. Entrancing, one of my favorite covers of yours

[@obviousbear1289]

Exactly my thought! Especially as the figure in the video looks more and more like the King of the Oathbreakers in the Lord of the Rings adaption towards the end.

[@CodaMission]

In a medieval setting, it sounds Biblical. Like Cain wandering the earth, or the Wandering Jew, a folkloric European tradition of a figure who mocked Christ at Calvary, and so cannot die until the Second Coming

[@mikespangler98]

Ashildr to Doctor, "You didn't save my life, you trapped me in it." That fits really well with "Everyone I love fades away in the end."

[@EtanoS24]

Two verses in I knew I was in for something special once again. And you certainly didn't disappoint. Thank you, this is amazing.

[@ZzrzZ2012]

One line in I knew we were in for something special

[@tretretre1111]

@@ZzrzZ2012 I knew it was special before I even clicked on this video.

[@googiegress]

@@tretretre1111 I woke up this morning and saw a bird carrying a cheeto in flight, and knew it portended a special day.

[@kennethbull1292]

Always a NIN Fan & Trent Reznor but this is Fantastic

[@slothbearsrule1564]

I'm a simple woman, I see Hildegard upload a NIN cover, I click

[@Blizzard0fOz93]

I’m a simple man. I see cookies left unattended, I sacrifice a small goatling mutant to our Overlord Ghandi, the God of War the following Tuesday at 6:45 PM, Eastern Standard Time.

[@JessicaOrban3606]

And instantly like 👍

[@Dirili]

@@JessicaOrban3606 First time for me. Saw who uploaded and was thrilled. Saw WHAT she uploaded and didn't even care anymore, insta like.

[@w.i.t.c.h.q.u.e.e.n]

Same.

[@JessicaOrban3606]

@@Dirili right? Same

[@annem9195]

“Everyone I love fades away in the end”. I watched my beloved fade away, the strongest, hardest, most gentle man & it nearly broke me. Now I’m watching my beloved Mum becoming less herself, more fragile every day - she too is fading. It will hurt when she’s no longer here but it is the cycle of life & I must accept it.

[@rosieclarkson4064]

I grew up alone. Lost child. Grandparents died, not allowed to grieve. Lived in a "family" who hated me. Dad died in 2012, not mourned. Mum died in 2024, for me not mourned. Now 68. The chains are off! Still leave the house thinking I have forgotten something. Like I have left home without my trousers on. I am a pensioner, I have had to wait this long to have a life. Luckily I am healthy, strong as an ox, can run 5k plus, joint health of a teen. All I can say is God is good!! We're all Wednesday aren't we!!!

[@annem9195]

@@rosieclarkson4064 Your reply, when I began reading it, made me feel so sad - I cannot imagine how difficult your life was. "Was" - it sounds like you made a good life for yourself regardless of the earlier years. Good on you, I hope your health remains good & you continue to enjoy the life you now have! I'm a few years younger, not too many problems thankfully🙏 Every day my feet hit the floor it's a good day😉🇭🇲

[@N-cromancer]

the final "I will make you hurt" with the angelic chorus chime in is a masterful stroke of art. 3:18

[@Starmander]

Hurt, especially by Johnny Cash, has always meant so much to me. It resonates in an extremely cathartic way. Thank you for this rendition. I'll be saving this for when I need to hear it again. So so beautiful and moving.

[@andreasballe7470]

It has always given me such goosebumps, especially with knowing how he felt without his wife, the last time without her must have been horrible.

[@The_Blackshield]

The slow change of the figure as this masterpiece progresses is a wonderful and subtle touch. Beautiful.

[@tobewanad]

I heard the original when I was 12, it expressed so much of what I felt. I was already thinking of ending things. I saw the music video for Cash's version, it drove me to tears again. That was decades ago... I've since been diagnosed with depression, borderline and avoidant PDs. I've gotten better. This arrangement is beautiful, the lyrics are creative, and it brings me joy to hear and not resonate with so strongly anymore. Hold on, whoever hears this and still hurts

[@claraclear5665]

I have the same diagnoses except the avoidant PD's. I understand this part of your struggle and I see you. Sending happy and healing thoughts your way 💜

[@MACrosby]

Borderliners: we only think about ending it all on days that end in "y." Hold the light.

[@ericwhitlow2443]

This has got to be the most beautiful cover of Hurt I've ever heard

[@LordOfNihil]

johnny cash did a good rendition but this one is pretty good too.

[@FD-io4pk]

I've been listening to this for days now, every word is carefully chosen to either fit the story or the previous versions, as much a tribute as a new take on the same themes. Thank you.

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

Thank you, that means a lot to me!

[@Yog-slagunar]

Still top of all bardcore, the singing really elevates it from any other i have heard. Welcome back Hildegard Von Blingin'

[@FelixIakhos]

The gradual change of the artwork really goes well with the song, I'm surprised I saw no mention of it. An excellent adaptation and an even better performance of a great song.

[@ayoadeoriola34]

I was about to say that but I wanted to check if it has ben mentioned. It's remarkable.

[@dyinganthem]

Difficult to see past the tears =')

[@0phelion]

I'm glad someone else caught it too! I had to go back and check... :'D

[@kristink8975]

It's very subtle, which makes it a delightful Easter Egg for those who see it. I missed it the first time I watched it.

[@Yorikoification]

Caught the slow transition into a lich and reveal of skulls at his feet this watch and I think I've listened to this track about 5 times by now

[@awarlockunkindlyborn1353]

This is my favorite from you so far. I adore how you've taken this song, which has already been interpreted so many different ways, and made it new. This interpretation sounds like a weary immortal who is tired of living. Your lyric changes are utterly genius. My favorites were: "I fell upon my sword to see if I could die. I woke upon the morn and still I was alive." And "The fates hold out my thread but cannot cut the string." Amazing job adapting this song to bardcore!

[@ThatRPGuywithtoomanyOCs]

I felt the same sort of vibe from it. An immortal being of some sort who misses and longs for all the people why've seen come and go, and wishes to see them even for another moment.

[@that-possum-guy3209]

It gave me hella Old Guard vibes. (a story about a group of immortals)

[@jeremiahclark3084]

You spitting straight facts 👍

[@eminakostic3406]

Xie lian (heaven officials blessing) goes through this. Poor bby

[@MisyX]

​@@eminakostic3406 this song also is fitting for Lan Wangji how difficult it was for him after Wei Wuxian's death.

[@GrizzleyBruin]

Never, ever , ever pictured this song being sung by a 16 th century vampire until now. Well done!

[@jesse3311]

Dude you are terrifying me. The EXACT DAY you made this comment, I started a 12 page story about THIS VERY IDEA (except 12th century) and am finding this song and your comment TODAY after I have finished it. Now after seeing how incredible this song pairs with it, I want it to be in a credit sequence of its short film or something lmao.

[@earlwyss520]

It inspired me to create a 245 year old female Halfling/Dhampire Bard character for my D&D game today. I played Hildegard's play list on KZbin as my character's performance in the tavern where she met the rest of the party.

[@afjkernow1808]

A clever reinterpretation of the iconic original. As @spring1610 points out, your version does remind the listener of an immortal like Highlander or Captain Jack from Doctor Who. They know immortality is a curse not a blessing. An empire of dust, everyone always leaves and they carry on. As always, your haunting voice adds great dramatic weight to the song. Thank you for sharing your creativity.

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

Thank you! Absolutely, that was definitely my aim. Someone exhausted by living who has no choice but to carry on.

[@jacquese.f.m.paganel1530]

Well, if we're talking about doctor who here, I would say this makes me think less of captain Jack and more of the doctor. Specifically post-time war and pre-day of the doctor. I mean I was literally seeing post-Doomsday Ten, after having one of his manic moments

[@tulliusexmisc2191]

@@jacquese.f.m.paganel1530 it reminded me of Me.

[@beckstheimpatient4135]

The way is shut. It was made by those who are dead and the dead keep it. The way is shut. - Tolkien. The character in the video is a specific character, and the song suits them perfectly.

[@lillibarlow5759]

Anyone else think of 'the old guard' when they hear this?

[@endtimer1]

I have to say, not only are your arrangements amazing and your voice is perfect for the songs, but the attention to the details in the lyrics are always great. You could have copied and pasted the og lyrics in and no one would have faulted you, but you went the extra mile and we love you for it.

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

Thank you so much!

[@camcrock347]

The slowly progressing transformation of Rex over the length of the song is as haunting as this cover is amazing. What an iconic song delivered so beautifully! Bravo!

[@laxcifer]

You have such a beautiful voice! I just completed my annual LOTR marathon for my birthday this weekend, so the artwork is an extra special treat on top of another perfect cover. The dead do not suffer the living to pass! With no exaggeration, you are my favourite KZbinr.

[@angeladawn805]

Happy birthday Josh :)

[@laxcifer]

@@angeladawn805 Thank you!

[@ScienceDiscoverer]

@@angeladawn805 Until ageing is cured, birthday can never be happy. Unless you are a little kid that is figuratively immortal because just does not know about death.

[@Soulwrite7]

I was thinking about the "dwellers in the mountains" as well during the song also. Glad someone already commented about it.

[@WolfieboyMachi]

​@@ScienceDiscoverer You don't need to bum everyone else out over your own refusal to accept death, bro. Not saying there isn't a place for that, but just like saying "god ain't real" to someone who's mourning the loss of a loved one, it's not here.

[@fimbles1015]

This song gets me right in the feels. Every version is simply beautiful.

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

I love that you can appreciate them all! I feel the same way and get something different from every version.

[@aswertyuiol]

The guy changing was a nice touch I almost missed entirely. Another amazing cover

[@davidloring4450]

Golly, the impact changing “know” to “love” has on that line. 🥺 Amazing cover!

[@Mithraschosen]

The way you made the illuminations convert from life to death adding the cherry to the cake with this one. Such a subtle yet fantastic addition. Nice work!!!

[@CharmEng89]

I only noticed this on the second watch-through and it was positively haunting!

[@piogal34]

I didn’t notice till I saw your comment!

[@Lucasp110]

The design of the crown, the line on "Keep my oath" and the face of the deadman reminds me of the King of the Dead/Mountain Men in Return of the King

[@edeemitheippin3876]

Not me sobbing in the early morning because I caught feelings for fictional characters that came to mind as Hildegard’s ethereal voice echos one of the most beautiful and painful songs. This cover is exquisite!

[@ryggerdracora9733]

I'm not crying it's just sweat from my eyes, I have very sweaty eyes, okay?!

[@BlastofMoon]

Literally me and the worst of all, this song actually played at the show that the fictional character is from

[@Stardoll2]

​@@BlastofMoon Can you tell what that show was? Thank you!

[@longwlenguyen4214]

@@Stardoll2I am not sure about this but some comments claimed that character is the ghost king from Lord of the Rings.

[@Stardoll2]

@@longwlenguyen4214 Thank you!

[@miller3006]

I have always loved Cash's cover of the song. Yours is equally good. And the changing face of the king is a nice touch.

[@acefoxartist]

I like how the adaptation of the lyrics weirdly takes this from being about a person in a place of drug-induced self destructiveness to a very tragically sad immortal

[@deathmoll6655]

You returned in my darkest hour with a medieval version of my alltime favourite song. Thank you for making my day

[@TheOneCleanHippy]

It shows what a remarkable song this is that Nine Inch Nails, Johnny Cash and Hildegard von Blingin' could all do it and it could sound completely different each time and still be incredibly impactful every time.

[@10scheherazade01]

This song almost always makes me cry, and this cover is no exception. So beautiful.

[@norai.5826]

Exactly, me either. Johnny Cash turned a song into a spiritual experience, and Hildegard was able to keep it that way.

[@gregoryferraro7379]

This is absolutely beautiful. One of my favourite songs and now one of my newfound favourite genres and artists. You didn't even need to change much of the second verse, and it worked perfectly.

[@redkellbell6169]

Even though this is nine inch nails' song, I always think about the Johnny Cash. I think it was Trent that said "That's his song now". I always start tearing up hearing either version, especially Johnny's. Now I'll cry to this one. Amazing cover, thank you!

[@_pardomania_]

The way you handle Bardcore renditions of songs, is nothing short of astounding, the level of detail and attention you put into everything you put out is unparalleled!

[@PercivalC]

Your best work yet! Absolutely exceptional! And very nice touch with the LOTR reference to the King of the Dead!

[@spf18]

This is brilliant, and it completely transcends the expectation of medieval-style covers being a novelty. The way you transformed the song while retaining its soul is beautiful.

[@GingerNut1701]

I was randomly recommended this today and totally expected this to be a meme-y joke and am now covered in goosebumps and emotional to the point of tears. This is so beautiful! Wonderful job!

[@theworstse]

I love this so much! Nine Inch Nails is my favorite band and I recently watched the Johnny Cash cover for the first time and bawled. You did a fabulous job with this, in keeping with the very melancholic lyrics of the original. I thought the way you kept Cash's "crown of thorns" over Reznor's "crown of s---" was fitting for the time period. I'm a longtime listener, though I think this is my first comment. Thank you for the fabulous rendition as usual!

[@13caedus]

It's always a special treat when I get a notification of a new video from Hildegard von Blingin'.

[@Dan-pt2tn]

The way the art changes over the course of this shanty reminds me of the King of the Oathbreakers from Lord of the Rings: Return of the King. Lyrically it sort of fits his lore, as well. Nice job, as always.

[@ohkittyohcat]

Amazing! The art is always on point as well. They way it shifted with the song gave me chills.

[@luftstanza]

I had nearly given up hope for another release. This does not disappoint. Heavenly vocals. Gives one hope for beauty in the world!

[@Fledhyris]

The subtle change to the graphics as this progresses, from about halfway through..! I love the art for all these videos, so apt to the songs and in true medieval style, but this is just amazing.

[@tuirnb]

Amazing. This song always hits me in a very emotional place. Trent's version, Johnny's version and yours - there is something kind of transcendent about it. Thank you, it's beautiful.

[@Chironyx]

"The fates hold out my thread, but cannot cut the string" Brilliant writing, I love the altered lyrics. I assume they might have something to do with the depicted character which I don't know, but the image of an undefeatable conquering king who's tired of effortlessly fighting and winning wars and expanding his empire comes to mind.

[@mwater_moon2865]

In other comments she indicates it's the King of the Dead (king of the Dead Men of the Mountains) from Return of the King. He and his army swore an oath of allegiance to Gondor and when they broke it, Isildur king of Gondor, bound to them to the earth until they fulfilled their vow. (So it fits in with the lyrics rather well)

[@Harrowed2TheMind]

Personally made me think of a lich king, but someone else pointed out that it was in fact the King of the Dead from Lord of the Rings: Return of the King, hence the familiar look.

[@fritzthelibrarygoblin]

"The way is shut. It was made by those who are Dead, and the Dead keep it, until the time comes. The way is shut."

[@biltrex]

There were a lot of choices to make in adapting this song of legend, and you made the right choice every single time. Absolute perfection. I hope the entirety of the Internet gets to experience this.

[@Schrumpelkartoffel]

I'm totally bawling with you! your angelic, clean and emotional voice is just perfect on this, nothing less. Goosebumps up and down..And I'm so happy you've uploaded another song. We definitely need more of you

[@Thereallennie]

Please never stop making these. It's incredible how you can turn all these amazing songs in their medieval equivalent!

[@EricsHobbyWorkshop]

Damn this gave me chills. You have a wonderful voice

[@franzt8955]

I came here as fast as i could. Always a pleasure to hear your voice enchanting a new song every few months. Keep it up. You are making something beautiful.

[@Nikita772001]

I cannot believe how great this is. Your lyrics are so enchanting, the changes you've made feel so on point, and it just has THE most unique feeling

[@biltrex]

Just taking another listen at this and realizing that it gives me the same feels as Queen's "Who wants to live forever?" That deep melancholy, wrapped in major chord and gorgeous harmony. So, so good.

[@davidallen8611]

This channel is proof: quality over quantity ❤

[@marksutter182]

Listen, I normally come here because these interpretations are hilarious. But this was art in its highest form. I'm on the verge of tears. Hauntingly beautiful. "The fates hold out my thread but cannot cut the string" is just the best kind of gut punch.

[@cy-one]

Literal goosebumps, Hildegard. Wonderful cover. I'd love to know what Trent would have to say about it.

[@thhseeking]

After hearing Johnny Cash's version, Trent said something along the lines that it wasn't his song anymore. Hearing this version, how could you not love that voice singing it? :)

[@Eluthane]

So I'm about 10 years younger than my older brother, and this was his favorite song and I grew up listening to it. This bring back all the memories. I have to say I enjoy this cover so much!

[@LukeFaulkner]

I believe my favourite troubadour, Johannes da Cashia, covered this at some point.

[@viviandarkbloom8847]

He did. He even covered a song from one of my favourite troubadors, Nicolaus Cava.

[@cliffs1965]

Her voice is so ethereal, and somehow gives the song another meaning.

[@GallowglassVT]

Well, this is everything I've ever wanted as a NIN/Johnny Cash fan.

[@InuandKagomeForever]

Hell yeah, the queen returns!!! I'm so excited Edit: Absolutely beautiful cover, well done ❤

[@joaovictor_of]

Just in time, Hildegard. I was feeling overwhelmed studying for an exam, your soothing voice will calm me a bit.

[@Hildegardvonblingin]

Good luck!

[@zackripper6955]

Wow... That was very beautiful. Very well done, the voice singing Johnny's rendition of this song was spine chilling

[@sarahleonard7309]

It is always a risk, listening to a new cover of a song that you already adore. I am SO happy that I took this risk! Gorgeous. Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you, Hildegard.

[@TirielWoW]

I can't get over how GOOD this is! It quite literally brought me to tears. ❤

[@magnustherad1093]

"The way is shut. It was made by those who are Dead, and the Dead keep it, until the time comes. The way is shut." Incredible cover. Thank you for this.

[@Kidbizzaro6]

It reminds me of your dad, Magnus.

[@Samk5972.]

I thought of the same thing!!!

[@ADreamingPoet]

I probably would have went mad if no one else here would have made that Association

[@martidawson4375]

Wow !!! This is So Beautiful !!! Now perhaps my most favorite cover of Johnny Cash's original !!! I love medieval music, so it's Doubly Perfect !!! Thanks for sharing !! xo

[@SMVoid]

Nine Inch Nails is the original. Johnny's version is a cover. He did the cover at the suggestion of his producer of the American albums, Rick Rubin. The original is on NIN's album "The Downward Spiral"

[@ericanelson1973]

Beautiful melody🎵🎶, beautiful voice🗣️🎤, beautiful visuals😍. The queen👸 of Bardcore has returned!🎉🎈🎊👏🤸💫

[@gabe6550]

Man, this was so moving! You altered the lyrics only a little bit compared to your other covers, but, as you said in the description, that is necessary. Your voice is angelic and the backing vocals at 3:23 gave me goosebumps! This is almost as good as Johnny Cash's cover! Really one of your best! I can't help but wonder how people from the Middle Ages or Renaissance would feel listening to this cover. Would they feel as moved as we do?

[@conniebenny]

Your finest work to date! It's hard to sum up just how perfect this is, but I will try... On a day when nothing has gone your way. When it's rained from dawn 'til dusk. When you've received tragic news and your heart is breaking from the pain. When all seems lost and for nought... this song pierces the gloom like a golden arrow; a radiant, angelic voice that transports you away from your woes, lifting your spirits and your heart high above your troubles, restoring your faith and bringing hope where there was none before.... Thank you once again for sharing your magnificent, magical talents with the rest of us.

[@Romalac]

Always an unexpected delight when you upload, and a wonderful job as always!

[@SuperLobstertail]

Oh...the MOMENT I saw this I needed to check it out. You have no idea...Thank you Hildegard!!!

[@blackmage471]

Thank you to the algorithm for sharing me with this only 1 day after its upload instead of 1 year after. This is an astounding cover. The dying king is a fitting touch.

[@FeelNFine]

"Oooo I love these, these are hilarious." *immediate chills* A hauntingly beautiful cover, I really appreciated the unchanged lyrics in the mix. It really gave them extra emphasis, and certainly made an argument for them being timeless. Hope you are well, take care of yourself :)

[@FeelNFine]

Just found out you had a spotify, I hope you choose to upload it!

[@PersonOfRandomnesss]

Beautiful, as always. Glad to see you're still around and doing this! I was excited when I saw your community post. Had no idea it was this. Genuinely, such a beautiful cover.

[@Zachafinackus]

Sweet, a new video of an iconic song! Thanks for you hard work!

[@theonlycatonice]

I love the art slowly transitioning! Beautiful work!

[@TheCrazymonkey316]

This may well be the best one yet. Absolutely adore the slower beat and the gorgeous tune, not to mention your fabulous voice!

[@josephthomas2226]

Nothing can beat Johnny Cash's haunting version. but this one still gave me goose bumps. Well done Hilde!

[@JessicaOrban3606]

One of my fave songs to play on piano and sing, and I have a special place in my heart for the original and the Johnny Cash version. You did not disappoint, Ms. von Blingin ❤

[@keiththurston3016]

I keep forgetting this isn't a Jonny Cash original. Now I'm going to forget it's not a Bardcore original

[@ЄвгенІванченко-т3т]

Suddenly this masterpiece was made even more beautyfull.

[@thefairybug40]

The lyric changes recast this song as an immortal's lament, and I am HERE FOR IT.

[@kanubeenderman]

unreal how well it translates - I could so imagine being in an olde tavern and hearing this - very cool how the skulls fade in, very nice artistic touch and fitting

[@eloisearthrell2832]

and just when I needed her, she returns! thank you for bringing joy to my world, especially as it's exam season here in the uk

[@eternal7912]

This is fantastic! The changes to the lyrics work great for an undead character. My immediate assumption for that character art is the King of the Dead from Lord of the Rings (Rioc).

[@wurmschn3693]

I mean, the original song is so beautiful and goes so deep, but that version gives me goosebumps

[@PaLANtir75]

Music fans: "you can't make 'Hurt' by Johnny Cash hit you in the feels harder than it already does." von Blingin': "Pray thee, hold my chalice..."

[@smith5796]

Haha lol 🤣 👍

[@uphillbothways2287]

Hurt by NIN, covered by Johnny Cash, but yes, funny af comment. 10/10.

[@smith5796]

I walk Upon the Morn.

[@morningstarghuleh1087]

​@@uphillbothways2287jeeeeez you know what they mean.

[@VijemaVati]

@@uphillbothways2287I mean, Trent Reznor basically said after he heard and saw Cash’s version he said it wasn’t his song anymore. Drove him to tears

[@GhostOfMurderfist]

Ne'er hath mine ear been blessed to hear this tune sung by the voice of a woman, let alone such an one of talent as this.

[@TheCatBilbo]

I just hope Trent somehow hears this - I think he would be highly impressed. Your voice is so pure & yet there's also all of this texture & movement within it. A rare combination.