I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues (ELTON JOHN) - piano cover

[@chrislogan2557]

What impresses me even more is that Elton John just sat down at a piano and wrote this from nothing. The creative skills of musicians always seems miraculous to me.

[@DefinitelyAPotato]

He didn't do that at all. Quite famously Elton John doesn't write the songs- neither the music nor lyrics for this song were written by Elton John at all.

[@chrislogan2557]

So they just gave him a songwriting credit for nothing did they? Try again.

[@tonymay999]

Elton did the music. He famously had a writer for all the lyrics.

[@AdrianSchoeman]

@@DefinitelyAPotato you are very mistaken. Elton John wrote the music and Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics.

[@motorradtyp]

As per the songwriting credits for this song, Elton John and Davey Johnstone composed the music and Bernie Taupin wrote the lyrics. Presumably the piano part was all Elton. ----- BUT ----- The piano part that is being played here by Joel is not what Elton John plays. Joel has arranged this piece to follow the vocals and added his own rhythm bits which are absolutely flavourful and is more complex than the original. If you were to listen to just the piano part that Elton John plays on the track, a lot of it would not even be recognisable without the vocals.

[@gva128]

OMG I wish I could play the piano like this... Very, very, very good!

[@borjovsky3164]

Study + Practice + Patience = Skill. Go for it!

[@nodangles6983]

I can!! Usually at night... I just lie down, close my eyes, and soon I'm playing anything I want.

[@S.Bustillos]

Finally someone who plays the intro very well and similar as the studio version 💫

[@kayakandbikeexploringontar174]

My own piano playing never went much past the difficulty level of Christmas songs, so I won't blab about things I don't know. But I had a teacher in elementary school in the 1980's and she was a high level musical conservatory pianist, she loved Elton's music. She told us about the importance of adding "feeling" to the notes. Mr Bowerman you add feeling to the notes as good as the best players I've heard in my lifetime, my teacher would highly approve of this! Btw, she played her own version of "O Canada" every morning in the style of Elton John: The soft parts would be delicate, gentle and intricate. The big parts would have bombastic flair, she added extra momentum with multiple low chord changes during the last half of the song... But softened it again near the end with the final delicate right hand high notes to finish the song. Cheers and keep up the good work my friend! People need to know this playing style is still alive with a new generation of young skilled piano players, you're an excellent representative!

[@Basschannel1]

I follow a lot of pianists, ad this is the BEST version I've heard! Absolutely Underrated my dude.

[@halleyscomet1123]

Thanks for sharing this beautiful performance of this beautiful song :)

[@lulospawn]

My fave Elton tune. Thanks, man.

[@marindastressino1741]

Simply beautiful. One of the best songs ever written played by quite an exceptional piano player.

[@zdravkahitrec7319]

I could listen to it over and over again. Great job, love the way you play ❤️

[@chrisrob722]

Wow!!!! Just WOW!!! This is flawless!! I can only imagine playing like this!! Amazing job!!! 🎹🎹🎹

[@marcoantoniomendes6877]

Don't wish it away Don't look at it like it's forever Between you and me I can honestly say That things will only get better And while I'm away Dust out the demons inside And it won't be long before you and me run To the place in our hearts where we hide And I guess that's why they call it the blues Time on my hands should be time spent with you Laughing like children, living like lovers Rolling like thunder under the covers And I guess that's why they call it the blues Just stare into space Picture my face in your hands Live for each second without hesitation And never forget I'm your man, Mary Mary Wait on me girl Cry in the night if it helps But more than ever I simply love you More than I love life itself And I guess that's why they call it the blues Time on my hands should be time spent with you Laughing like children, living like lovers Rolling like thunder under the covers And I guess that's why they call it the blues Wait on me boy (Wait on me girl) I Want You To Cry in the night if it helps (yeah) But more than ever I simply love you More than I love life itself And I guess that's why they call it the blues Time on my hands (time on my hands) should be time spent with you Laughing like children (laughing like children), living like lovers Rolling like thunder under the covers And I guess that's why they call it the blues Laughing like children Living like lovers Elton, living like lovers And I guess that's why they call it the blues And I guess that's why they call it the blues

[@mandolinbrown4987]

I love to hear other peoples’ renditions to help inspire my own. This sounds awesome!

[@yngbldskzz2017]

this is the only version I’ve seen that’s really captures the flair of the original song, you play beautifully! :)

[@timmyasikin3953]

Very Nice Rendition....

[@jogan.s738]

Who else is from Australia and is going to see Elton John next year!!!! I love Elton John, I can play Rocketman and your song and Daniel on piano but not this, this is so good thanks for making this video and showing how good you are❤️❤️❤️🚀🚀🚀

[@leannedicicco1975]

One of my favs but I don’t think I’ll ever get it right.. sounds so good.

[@footysongsbyvicbitter311]

Relaxed joyful virtuosity

[@JonBoy1970]

If I could play this half as good, I would be extremely happy. Maybe one day. Awesome playing mate, and I'm sure if Sir Elton himself was to see this video, I bet he would love it too. Words can not justify how good this is. Can you do "Sorry seems to be the hardest word" Please..?

[@JoelBowerman]

Thanks so much. I will look into that song soon :)

[@JonBoy1970]

@@JoelBowerman Your Welcome, Appreciate your reply, and great.. look forward to that. Subscribed of course.

[@elfmas]

Great style and really true to the real thing ❤

[@g.eranken5909]

Well done

[@bikerbennytv]

Great. !... thanks

[@aymanmhmd8393]

Excellent work ❤❤❤❤❤❤🎵

[@clarcombe]

Awesome version!!

[@Papayajoseph]

So incredible! I’m going to do my own version of this but you’re style and flair is outstanding without overdoing it.

[@marissagearhart7709]

Get after it! So incredible. What a delight to watch the way you play. I keep replaying the video.

[@kreidlerRM]

Bloody awesome man. Inspiring ❤

[@sergionegri8454]

Clap clap clap ! Loved it. Happy 2021, Joel Bowerman.

[@haderuth]

Me gusta ,hi from Venezuela, i like it

[@AiQueNQQB]

anxious for ''tiny dancer''

[@timobennerscheid3894]

I really enjoyed this song, so I say thank you for the music :)

[@pegaso3terminator75]

I love it man ♥️🇪🇸 much love!

[@lucasml602]

De pie 👏👏👏 ... Un campeón ! Hermosa 💖 canción , excelente interpretación!. Respetó y admiración 👏👏👏👏 saludos de Argentina!

[@anthonylewis9256]

Out fucking standing !!!

[@Chsp18]

… Don't wish it away Don't look at it like it's forever … Between you and me I could honestly say That things can only get better … And while I'm away Dust out the demons inside And it won't be long Before you and me run To the place in our hearts Where we hide … And I guess that's why they call it the blues Time on my hands Could be time spent with you Laughing like children Living like lovers Rolling like thunder Under the covers And I guess that's why they call it the blues … Just stare into space Picture my face in your hands … Live for each second Without hesitation And never forget I'm your man … Wait on me girl Cry in the night if it helps But more than ever I simply love you More than I love life itself … And I guess that's why they call it the blues Time on my hands Could be time spent with you Laughing like children Living like lovers Rolling like thunder Under the covers And I guess that's why they call it the blues … Wait on me girl Cry in the night if it helps But more than ever I simply love you More than I love life itself … And I guess that's why they call it the blues Time on my hands Could be time spent with you Laughing like children Living like lovers Rolling like thunder Under the covers And I guess that's why they call it the blues … Laughing like children Living like lovers And I guess that's why they call it the blues Laughing like children Living like lovers And I guess that's why they call it the blues … And I guess that's why they call it the blues

[@KRCrosslin]

I’ve prob watched this too many times. Love the passion brother..

[@prodbyFOROMI]

Amazing Buddy!

[@melissadraz9468]

You make it sound soo good Joel!

[@andybratt6022]

well done man. thanks

[@guilhermebrasileiro293]

Great job, man... Really it's a beautiful song and a beautiful arrangement. Could you put this score??

[@mikemedina9902]

Awesome man 💯🔥🎶👍

[@martin-es7vt]

Simplemente perfecta.. Saludos desde Argentina!!

[@paulocesardemoraes5514]

Wonderful !!!!!!!!!

[@pablosalast]

Excelente!!!

[@soysasamitha]

Deserves way more views..... 👌👌👌

[@yanfranca8382]

Super like

[@whois16]

Awesome my guy awesome!!!

[@mavicone5845]

Beautiful

[@MarceloantunesRJ]

Bravo!! Aplausos! 🇧🇷👏👏👏

[@jacquespruvot6625]

Beautiful interpretation! Congratulations…

[@jonathangilbertson3623]

I especially like how you transposed the harmonica solo.

[@cyniciam]

I would go so far as to say this is better than the original. Bravo 👏🏻

[@david1239796]

very nice.

[@arvepiano]

Congrats on your 1k subscribers!

[@JoelBowerman]

Thank you! 😁

[@timbo0151]

Fabulous!!

[@tomassso211]

Great 😍

[@cubanadelrey]

Goals 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@robertkushner156]

Wow - great job (and I truely love Elton). Say, the whole time you are playing, I can't help but look out that window. The surrounding area looks beautiful!!! Would you mind replying with the general area or town in which you live? Is it in Los Angeles by chance? (That's where I am). Anyway - It looks like an inspirational place to write or rehearse covers of songs. SO HAPPY YOU LIKE ELTON JOHN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh, I just looked at your home page and I see you are in Australia!

[@JoelBowerman]

I live in Tasmania :)

[@therobsclub]

Uhhh this needs more views...

[@anabelbbk]

Excelente!

[@zainerebeiro1643]

Really good... so inspiring ❤

[@-0-R3B3LL10N]

You Sir, have a new Subscriber

[@wyc2462]

Profect.....

[@maximilianl1114]

Sounds very good, So keep it up! Its one of my favourite songs. Is there any sheet music for the song?

[@JoelBowerman]

Thank you! Yes sheets are available in the description :)

[@cassiusmarcelo]

Hi there! Nice... very nice, man! Excellent! Where can I find that sheet pleaseee? Thanks... and, one more time: congratulations!

[@JoelBowerman]

Thank you! Sheets are available in the description :)

[@freitasfreitas3976]

Show!!!

[@noelinecahill3630]

Hello Joel, I am wanting to purchase the sheet music for your arrangements, I am just wanting to know also if you have midi files for purchase await your reply with thanks Kind regards Noeline

[@JoelBowerman]

Hi there! The sheet music is available through the link in the description, but at this stage I don't have a midi available sorry. Thanks for checking out my channel :)

[@noelinecahill3630]

@@JoelBowerman Hi Joel thank you for getting back to me so quickly much appreciated very nice playing from you also kind regards Noeline

[@bestedits5]

daniel by elton john?

[@Borum89]

wish there was more high registered melodies

[@zap7378]

Love it love it love it Sounds electronic--that's not :/ on your skill at all, you played it perfectly, but man if you get a chance to bang it out on a old beat up piano :) :) :)

[@veshermy4731]

Do you have sheet music for this?

[@cubanadelrey]

Do you know where I can find sheet music for this exact version??

[@JoelBowerman]

Hi there. Sheets are available in the description. Cheers!

[@cubanadelrey]

@@JoelBowerman thank you so much!!

[@cassiusmarcelo]

I din't find the sheet music on description... :-(

[@JoelBowerman]

My apologies for this. They should be available now. Thank you.

[@cassiusmarcelo]

@@JoelBowerman thanks!!

[@henriquedelben]

How many years of practice?

[@JoelBowerman]

@@henriquedelben about 20!

[@henriquedelben]

@@JoelBowerman Oh, lord! I guess I have a long way until I can play this then, lol ! Congrats

[@amandamorlos5921]

Dont you thinking about make some tutorials? We will be so grateful.

[@tonymay999]

Pls come and play at my restaurant

[@JoelBowerman]

Would love to!

[@michaelmatusewic4565]

Wait on me boy? WTF?

[@sarahbgln]

Too slow.