I'm Not in Love - Best Cover Ever?

[@bluesmaker001]

People commenting on the “vocal effects” used need to understand that the original version of the tune had them AND EVEN MORE!!! These two NAILED this difficult tune precisely!!! Think about it…A man, a woman and a guitar…Vocal effects or not, these two did a REMARKABLE job on this tune, and they deserve the credit for doing so!!!

[@josephschmeggins6311]

Exactly. Hundreds of overlays. They should watch the documentary short about how it was made. This couple do a remarkable job.

[@mjt11860]

Amazing that anyone would criticize this amazing cover. The only thing I miss, is the "big boys don't cry" part.

[@jimtimmins1119]

10cc overdubed dozens of times.

[@carlawestlund4429]

Don't get wat you are saying all lots of x tra. Stuff going on.. besides girl.... guy.. guitar...and that's the rub.......

[@davidclemens6075]

There is an ENORMOUS difference between using modern effects and using 1970s tech recording back ground vocals, and mixing it down on analog tape multiple times FOR EACH OF THE 12 NOTES. Then further mixing down by using the mixing board as a "keyboard" by sliding each channel level up and down in sequence with the chords / melody of the song. The "bah bah" you hear the woman singing is actually imitating the channel slide being moved up and down quickly. There are no pics, but they had to have 12 loops of tape running around the room at the same time the were at the console, shoulder to shoulder, eaxh having three faders. The cover is nice work, but comparison to the original is MS Paint vs something in a museum.

[@mikeglasgow9618]

My father died. I was traveling to the funeral down I -55. I was an emotional wreck and then this song came on the radio . I knew all the lyrics. When it got to the point where they say BE QUIET, BIG BOYS DONT CRY. I HAD TO PULL OFF THE HIGHWAY AND GATHER MYSELF. I COULDN'T CONTROL MY TEARS.

[@yateeaj]

Grief takes time. Stay strong. Think of the good time and funny moments you had and hold it in your heart

[@cathyswanson6387]

You just now had me in tears. My dad died 2 mos ago…

[@mikeglasgow9618]

@@cathyswanson6387 I wish you all the best. I'm so sorry for your loss. My father passed 49 years ago. I think of him often. I'm retired now and music has helped me get through many problems in my life. When I was young and dumb. I didn't realize how important people are. They say..... Whoever " THEY " are. You don't know what you got till it's gone. How true.

[@maynardbecker4613]

So curious, why would this song remind you of your father?

[@twinstickpete]

Sorry for your loss...

[@neill7813]

Sometimes the classics should be left alone …. This is not that time ….. beautiful version , beautifully done by you both … thank you ❤

[@michelec.6888]

I totally agree!

[@cliffmorgan31]

Usually, in fact….

[@dinorockwell3196]

Your comment is the reason that I gave this a listen. Thank you!

[@getoutsideseniors7480]

yes thank you for this

[@jonspengler5891]

I saw this performed in Armenia by the guy who actually wrote it. Brian May played the guitar

[@watchjuggernaut9405]

Anyone who truly appreciates this song realizes that the background vocals makes it so much more like the original. They did an amazing job… The best cover!!!!

[@cindyblue4626]

As a 68 year old woman, this song brings a lot of bittersweet memories and associations c.1975 because I was in love and he wasn’t :) Beautiful song and brilliantly performed. Just amazing!

[@daverogers5609]

Sorry to hear Cindy, hopefully time has healed

[@Kimlovesdogs]

Same! High school was hard in the love department! 😂

[@fuita227]

Truly sad for you...I was 19 myself when this came out...I hope he didn't break your heart...by your looks, you couldn't possibly stay alone too long.

[@anzinn]

It's okay Cindy!!

[@suemirchell9737]

I'm 68 also, and this song also reminds me of unrequited love , still beautiful, though 😊

[@InvisibleWarrior279]

For anyone feeling the sad need to inject negativity, these are just two unknown but INSANELY talented musicians doing a cover of a song that is incredibly challenging to replicate - and they have done an amazing job!! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@frotobaggins7169]

They were fantastic. She was amazing. I've always wondered how that part of this song was done. I always figured it was a tape loop.

[@williamharris5957]

Negative feelings should be addressed along with great feelings after all we experienced both in life.

[@williamharris5957]

Learning how to deal with those feelings in life I think is the challenge of life. Your not always going to happy. Your not got always going to be sad. Learn to deal with it!

[@williamharris5957]

The whole by saying " I'm not in love is a lie" he's deeply in love. So don't forget it ! He's in love ITS A LOVE SONG NOT NEGATIVE AT ALL.

[@kenmcghee9673]

Just beautiful

[@petrus666love]

Does anybody understand how incredibly difficult it would be to make this song sing like this , beautiful and you have great guts too even attempt this version , pure music magic , thank you 🙏

[@deborahchamplin8999]

Agree❤

[@dougpeters1625]

if you saw the 10 cc behind-the-scenes video of how the song was produced, you would see that this is an incredible performance. 10 cc overdubbed maybe hundreds of vocals to give it that brilliant celestial massive choir sound. both of these singers are doing a tremendous job .

[@luckypenny4263]

I agree ❤❤

[@stratman103]

I'm simply dumbfounded. The original was an incredibly complex song to create and you guys knocked it out of the park!!! BRAVO!!!

[@stephanieredden8861]

I remember laying on the floor, near a heat vent, when my brother put this 8 track in. He played this song a lot. I didn't know it then because I am 5 years younger, but my bro was in love at 13. He and his sweetie married at 17 and stayed married for 40 years and in love until the day he died. Such a beautiful song and an amazing cover as well.

[@wetherby6774]

One guitar, two voices... I'm blown away, it's so good!

[@realnikonlover6207]

Fantastic rendition. I lost my girlfriend in a horrific car crash when this song came out from 10cc. Haunting tune. She will always be young in my mind's eye, and this song brings back her image vividly. RIP Kim. Thanks for the song.

[@ferespi1612]

What an awesome rendition. For about 4.5 minutes, I did not feel any pain from cancer. Thank you !

[@er7586]

God loves you. I promise.

[@amys5715]

God bless you❤

[@IMO0712]

Anyone who criticizes this song obviously wasn’t around in 1975, this version is spot on, when music was at its best!!

[@arthurconan1899]

@@IMO0712 I was 8 when this was Out... It's was on radio everywhere... Top of the Pops every week... Massive Hit ... Godley and Cream.... Rubber Bullets another Massive hit...

[@gustavosalinas5621]

What a wonderful job! I'm enjoying every part of the song in my headphones, that's an excellent mixing. Congratulations

[@christellestewart7908]

Perfection!!

[@kimjerkhagen6630]

Fantastic. I love this tune and super impressed by your version. I cant wait to try i myself. Applause!

[@johnoneal1234]

​@@kimjerkhagen6630I hate it. I was a 10 cc fan until this. I despise weird sounding songs.

[@markmed9091]

Excellent! 10cc looped the original so that it gave them 624 voices to simulate a choir . I think the three members spent three weeks in a studio to get the effect they desired . They did 16 tracks and then just kept looping it . The female voice in the original was a secretary who interrupted the session to announce that someone had a phone call . When they heard her voice , she was chosen to be the background voice ! I’m remembering from a while back so don’t shoot me if I mixed up some of the details . No fake news was intended and no animals were harmed burning this comment!

[@fastted9390]

She has an angelic voice.

[@Deddi_57]

Outstanding! And yes... we older people can still make good music. 👍 Well done.

[@3dw3dw]

Whoa! That woman pulled off some amazing effects. That was impressive to hear.

[@cuzuman]

No one commented on how well played that guitar is. Not easy to keep it that clean. Amazing.

[@Rudyredband]

I agree. They nailed this perfectly. Bravo. The older gentleman with the tenor voice is unreal. And her background vocals are spot on. Beautiful. Well done. Well done. Especially knowing how difficult the original, one of the masterpieces of the era, and how it was constructed. These two are phenomenal together. Again, congratulations. Well done.

[@paulcook468]

What a fantastic rendition of a pure Classic. Clean, pure and almost ethereal. Goes to show that it doesn't need a 16 track sequencer to make beautiful music. There'll never be a replacement for pure talent. Well done guys, simply beautiful to listen too.

[@Chokice]

There is some tracking actually but that doesn't matter, still an excellent version

[@mariomarques8697]

É verdade. Parabéns.

[@dragotarrasch]

The original soundtrack chorus was re recorded several hundred(?) times to produce the quality that made the song famous. And here you are both doing it as if that was a whole waste of time. I love this music and now i love you both. Thank you for sharing.

[@dannygeouge8459]

As an older guy I enjoy seeing an older guy with some pipes.

[@bowint400]

Finding diamonds like this justifies the hours wasted on KZbin. Thanks! 🤗

[@tigerstripe56]

Wonderful! My gosh this was a difficult song to cover! That is if you wish to replicate it’s sound. I am most blown away by the woman’s harmonizing. The original in studio laid over 48 voices for this sound and she did it alone! Beautiful and well done! ❤

[@joycestempa5647]

Best cover I’ve ever heard! It was one of my favorite songs when I was a teen in ‘75 - bought the album specifically because of this song, played the heck out of it……70s had the best music!!

[@murrygandy6546]

Those who can perform do; those who can't - teach; and those who can do neither - critique. Martin & Lina - outstanding! Keep the covers coming.

[@deanhendrix3179]

61 years old, so I can say, that was fantastic, harmonious and perfect

[@3521rob]

Why mention age ? Strange

[@deanhendrix3179]

Well, as a musician for 51 years, I can give a qualifying opinion and compare it to decades of high quality instrumentation/vocalization. In contrast to being a basement keyboard warrior who has no class.

[@Dreams-and-Castles]

Thought I would just give the intro a quick listen. Found myself totally lost in the song and appreciating all 4 minutes and 39 seconds. I wish it never ended. Thank you so much !!!

[@osocargm]

The sound of the guitar, the great chorus from woman, the general feeling, wow all is incredible good, the best cover ever!!

[@susanprincell7225]

They sing beautifully together and her voice is like an angel. I love this cover.

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello 👋 how're you doing?

[@RWUBRISTOL]

I just spent the entirety of the song with a stupid grin on my face. So beautiful. "Big boys don't cry, big boys don't cry".

[@ziggy33399]

Ha! Me too. ❤

[@inthenameofthefather.7240]

Silly boy 😭

[@lostlarry007]

Be poised, don't cry

[@klgm63]

This song both brings me joy and breaks my heart. This brings me back to my best friend's bedroom where we would listen to the song over and over again.

[@giglehart]

Nailed it. Was my favorite song. Used to listen to it in the radio…. At night in the coast in California. Good memories…

[@losendos8963]

A song that no bar band ever tries to pull off.....but these two could!! Great version of one of my all time favorites.

[@kevinpeasetennisprofession4905]

That backup is hauntingly beautiful. It’s from a time that that sound was so amazing.

[@elwaupo1]

With only two voices? What a great job!

[@unacarafea567]

One of the greatest, under appreciated songs ever written. Poetry grandeur.

[@Wally2Feathers]

Sat through the song with my mouth hanging wide open. Sounded mesmerizing.

[@clivethomas6864]

It’s amazing what can be done with a guitar, a couple of exceptional voices and oodles of talent.

[@2660016A]

Would never have dreamed of even attempting this song given the technical complexity of the original vocal. Your courage paid off - well done!

[@pianoman4623]

Excellent. All these summer of 1975 songs are etched in my brain, this is one of the great ones.

[@daudder]

One of the most hauntingly beautiful songs, ever. Great version.

[@carollouise9118]

Great cover!!! I would love too see more from you two. You harmonize beautifully.

[@SUVwanderer]

I love it when something a beautiful as this just pops up on my feed… what an amazing cover, took back to my teenage years.

[@john2000l]

How perfect can you folks get into a cover that had so many voices, but you bring it out perfectly.

[@calamityjane4331]

How you two can cover such a full, lush sounding song so beautifully just made my day.

[@markcarrington8380]

When the guitarist starts bobbing his head helplessly, 3/4 of the way through the song, you know they’ve both fxxxxxx nailed it.

[@DepDawg]

Yeah, when you’re in the zone, your body jams along.

[@garethwatkins6347]

I didn't think this song could be done acousticly- I was wrong this is superb ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@livelikeitshows1802]

This is one of my favorite songs of all time. This performance just became another reason why. Bravo! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@wpmsd]

I love the original. With all the layered overdubs on the original, i didnt think it was possible for just 2 people to do the song justice. But these two are excellent.

[@JulieannAlcorn-xx3yx]

Gorgeous, beautiful back up by Linda. Magnificent song by 10CC - brought back happy memories from innocent days gone past. Thanks!

[@cosmiccat6708]

This is a completely stripped down version of this song and it works. You both performed this beautifully, kudos.

[@playtime6909]

At his age, his voice is incredible.

[@glennburch1081]

The original 10CC track was done with many overlays. Who needs overlays when you sound like this. Simply amazing.

[@proggerjohn]

I'm waiting for her to whisper "Be quiet. Big boys don't cry. Big boys don't cry..." But seriously, I like her staccato-like attack on the backing vocal to give it that machine-like quality (yet still human) that 10CC had. The effects used were also spot on. It all worked to perfection. Great work. Great piece.

[@Jordendog]

I`ve watched this clip 4 or 5 times now. Enjoy it every time. Thank you.

[@CarlRMauri]

to say "GOOD" would be a supreme understatement; SUPERB, and yes, ANGELIC. thank you!!👍👍👍

[@ralphforman4558]

Yep. This is the best cover ever ! I keep coming back to hear it again and again and it never gets old.

[@daddioman1933]

10cc would bow in praise I'm sure! So beautifully done on all levels.

[@in2fx]

I loved this song when it first hit the airways during the '70s and I still love it all these years later

[@HI-RISER]

I hope nobody underestimates how incredible the back up vocals are. The power and control is pretty great. It might just be the best cover.

[@randolphragland3503]

Loved it. His voice and guitar, and her haunting vocals. Both were outstanding. OMG! Wonderful.

[@bonniestevens7661]

So good. She's excellent . Love this song.!!!!!!

[@MiThreeSunz]

An absolutely wonderful rendition by just two people and a guitar! Their sound was full and warm. Hats off to the couple! 😊🇨🇦

[@enshinsf]

Beautiful song and voice. and The singers themselves are so beautiful. I feel their love. Thank you

[@ServiceProcess]

So I had to listen to this again because of the cryticism I got from my first remarks. This rendition remains brilliant, it's beautiful. This is how music was done through (for me) the 70's and 80's real singers, real music. This is what you get when you go to a live concert, this is live, this is the real deal.

[@velmathepelmar]

This popped up and I thought...no way could anyone do justice to that incredible song...but you got me - it was just as incredible as the original and more so in it's purity! Amazing - thank you for doing credit to this beautiful song.

[@Jorma_K]

There’s a KZbin video of 10cc putting this song together Genius

[@heywoodjablowme9256]

An incredibly complex vocal arrangement of over a hundred voices handled ably by two. Well done!

[@AlmostReady504]

Well let's be realistic they have a little help. But great job

[@tmacmi9095]

Actually over 600 voices on the original for the background humming. Band members voices dubbed over and over. It was an experiment with wonderful result!

[@andyhoram9685]

It doesn’t matter how they did it it sounded brilliant

[@roboneil408]

​@AlmostReady504 true. But still a great job. Question though: is the main help they are getting through turning up the echo very high on her microphone?

[@joycestempa5647]

Completely AWESOME!!! The best cover ever. I am a fan of the original (for my teen years) but this version is off the charts good. These two artists should be very proud of themselves for doing the song more than justice!!

[@boydmaddocks838]

Here I am again, dunno how many times this cover has brought me to tears 👍

[@mediamannaman]

I watched this a few days ago and was amazed. Now that song is in my head. I just showed it to my wife, who also loved it.

[@GraemeSPa]

I saw 10cc play this live at Newcastle City Hall many years ago - the Original Soundtrack tour. They had the voice part on a playback track and sang along to it - everyone sat mesmerized as it had not hit the radio yet. The story of how they created the song that predated synthesisers is highly entertaining. Your very nice rendition neatly captures that sound. Thank you both.

[@gregbateman9680]

That song had such resonance and meaning for me growing up in the 70s that I was leary to hear this. But you both nailed it! Awesome job!

[@dkbsoulman]

When I saw that this video has 1.4 million views, I was like, wow this must be good. Then I watched and was blown away. Great cover of a beautiful song from my youth ❤.

[@Vesper_Songs]

Very clever way to cover this song! Love the harmonies, the playing, the singing. All great!

[@jamessturdivant4446]

The gal has an angelic voice - her harmony makes this cover!

[@bookooc5605]

Well damn, don't stop now! Give us more!

[@sonoranscout]

Finally, a title that isn’t just click-bait! Great job Martin &Linda, angelic voice indeed. I find myself listening to this often.

[@Heyjonjohnson]

The incredible ingenuity that 10cc invested into creating this song stands the test of time. Brought tears to my eyes as a 13-14 year old kid and still does at 60.

[@amys5715]

Me too!

[@charleskollin1221]

Wow where did the last 45 or 50 years go!?

[@charleskollin1221]

Even now I still equate feelings of love and devotion to the emotions kindled by hearing that song. It stings a little cuz I'm single at this point in life but those were much better times and the music of that time period was unequaled in my opinion today's music just don't have the same feeing.

[@eliz49]

From a 10cc fan for decades, I must say this is very beautiful.

[@RhythmWalker1]

You two are so awesome! Pure simple music naturally! This world needs more real music like this. Keep it up, us old Hippies are digging the real music!

[@spbryant]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written and produced. Well done.

[@beckylynn209]

This brings so many great memories and feeling's back. Thank's for the emotional visit back to the 70s..Good time's! 🤗

[@james_robnett]

That was about 100x better than I thought it was going to be. This is a really hard song to cover outside of a studio and make it sound good. Really nice job, particularly Linda, not and easy vocal line.

[@gustavomaximopinedagonzale7382]

CONGRATULATIONS! NICE VERSION, ONLY TWO PEOPLE DOING A WHOLE BAND WORK, INCREDIBLE!

[@KRCM1]

This song came out when I was a very young child, before I started school I believe. I have always found it eerie to the point it gives me goosebumps, but it's beautiful at the same time. Haunting.

[@jesusleon4559]

I’m amazed how they did an excellent cover.

[@CaptainEverythingHumorandMore]

YES! Best cover! I'm in my 50's and heard this song hundred's of times. You two done GREAT! Love it, Thanks for sharing.

[@lawrence2087]

That was impressive. Not an easy song to sing. Most enjoyable! 👏

[@KevinAcres]

Brilliant cover Martin, Linda. Have watched this a few times now, amazing guys

[@jime3419]

Too bad today's generation won't know talent like this. Excellent job on a great song

[@pbritten1]

Martin you nailed every chord and snagged the partner to provide perfect harmony. Job well done🥂

[@kwaichangcaine8234]

Takes me back to 1977 slow dancing with Lorain Cummings Prez disco ...I can still smell her hair 😮

[@RRFTB]

I was laying in bed and landed on this video. As I was watching it, I had my phone turned off and charging. This heavenly rendition the two of you performed was absolutely gorgeous and beautiful. The two of you together, vocally are like butter ona summer's day. Long story short, I had to go through turning my phone back on just so I could tell you guys what an amazing job you guys did. Take care. Enjoy life and be well.

[@ronmeijer9185]

I just could not believe my ears. What a tremendous rendition of this classic 10CC song. Just GREAT & BRILLIANT!!!! Please do some more songs because the both of you just have it!! Kind regards,Ron👍👍👍🎸🎸😃

[@jackmarin2928]

That, THAT folks was nothing short of spectacular...

[@daveanything]

how many times must I say.. this is the best cover of I'm Not in Love ever... i am a serial listener over and over.. thank you for this gift

[@matthewbennett8430]

Greatest cover I’ve ever heard! I’m impressed and I don’t impress easy