Jeff Buckley - Lover, You Should've Come Over (from Live in Chicago) |REACTION|

[@MojoPin1983]

For your edification, a gentle correction: “She’s the *tear* (as in a teardrop) that hangs inside my soul forever.” Jimmy Page and Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin are massive Jeff Buckley fans. Page said that Jeff was “the greatest singer to appear in two decades” (between the ‘70s and ‘90s). Plant said that Jeff was “a much greater singer” than him. Brad Pitt also said this of Jeff: “He’s Page and Plant in one, on a technical level; it’s mind-blowing.” *Brad Pitt & Jimmy Page on Jeff Buckley:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/hp_HhJSfqa51js0 *Jimmy Page About Jeff Buckley:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmfUXmp9hJWUl9k *Robert Plant on Jeff Buckley:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGHOhn5qftSKp7M Coincidentally, Jeff’s favourite band, and greatest musical influence, was Led Zeppelin. While Plant & Page were doing their Unledeed tour in the mid-‘90s, they caught a couple of Jeff’s performances at some European festivals. Page actually offered Jeff and his band an opening slot on said Unledded tour, which Jeff kindly turned down. The first record that Jeff ever owned was Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin. The cafe, in New York City, where Jeff cut his teeth as a solo artist (prior to forming his band), was called, Sin-e (shh-nay). Said café was on the same street - just doors away - from the apartment block featured on the cover of said album. Jeff also said in an interview that he wanted to make an album that would make people forget about Led Zeppelin II. The night that Jeff drowned, while wading in Memphis’ Wolf River (a tributary of the Mississippi), he was singing along to the opening track on that album, Whole Lotta Love, which was playing on his friend’s boombox, on the shore. Moments later, some waves accumulated, due to some passing boats, and said friend bent down to pull his stereo away from the waves, so that it wouldn’t get wet. When he glanced back at the river, Jeff had disappeared. His body would eventually surface, about a week later, and was discovered by passengers on a ferry boat, washed up on shore, entangled in branches, and lying at the foot of Beale Street (the home of the Blues). As for other songs/performances of Jeff’s to react to, I would recommend the following *(use these links):* *Jeff Buckley - Grace (BBC Late Show):* kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpuyZXybo6asi9k *Jeff Buckley - Dream Brother (Live in Chicago):* kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZfWapuIirmCpLc *Jeff Buckley - Mojo Pin | Glastonbury ‘95, Pilton, Somerset, England, 6/24/1995:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3bagGylaql-q6M Lastly, the following track personifies Brad Pitt’s sentiment with respect to Jeff being Page and Plant in one, on a technical level. I am not being hyperbolic when I say that the following is the most incredible live, solo performance of any song ever captured on tape. This features all of Jeff’s vocal acrobatics and tricks, and it demonstrates what a brilliant, proficient guitarist he was. It’s hard to believe that a single person ever possessed this much musical ability. *Jeff Buckley - The Way Young Lovers Do (Live at Sin-e, New York, NY - July/August 1993):* kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYHVmph6gqdokNU Finally, when you paused the video, it caused some synchronization problems when you resumed play. Unfortunately, this messed up the viewing experience, and the power of the performance, as the audio and visual components didn’t match up. I know that this was unintentional, but please try to remedy for future reactions. Cheers. God bless.

[@chrisnealis4270]

#NailedIt

[@ashleydixon4613]

Huge JB fan here. From the first moment I heard him- late at night, lying in bed in my dorm room watching MTV and the video for Last Goodbye came on... I immediately was thinking, “who is this??? I must know more!” As soon as I was out of class the next day I hit the record store for the Grace album and it was on from there. I actually had the privilege of meeting Jeff about a month before he died where he was playing weekly at Barristers, a total dive bar on an alley in downtown Memphis (which we almost never found!), testing out new material for his upcoming album. (I’m from Central Arkansas, so it’s not a long drive across east Arkansas and the Mississippi River to Memphis, about three hours away.) my husband and I along with a couple of friends managed to get a table in a small balcony; I had to go downstairs to get anything from the bar and when I turned around to go back Jeff was literally standing right in my way, leaning on the doorway to the balcony stairs. It was always obvious to me that he was shy (and definitely had a love-hate relationship with the fame that came with his art). I think the poor guy was a little scared at first, lol: he was a fairly small, slight guy, and although I’m not an Amazon I am 5’ 9” and in my heels was 6ft, quite literally looming over him. 😆 I introduced myself and quickly told him I wasn’t hitting on him I was just there with my husband and friends, that we loved his music and were excited to see him and get a preview of his upcoming album. He seemed to visibly relax and even excepted my invitation to come back to our table and hang out until time for him to go on stage (about half an hour later.) honestly I didn’t do a lot of the talking after that I just enjoyed sitting back watching him laughing and chatting with my husband mostly, definitely not seeming shy or uncomfortable anymore. I know we were just four more fans out of thousands I’m sure he’s conversed with and was nothing to him, but it was definitely very special to us. Especially-unfortunately-a month later, when we got what seemed like unbelievable news: missing and presumed dead in the river. As unrealistic as it was, I’m not the only one who had a near impossible image in my mind, that somehow he’d managed to wash up alive downstream, was sick/injured and just hadn’t been found yet... which realistically we knew wasn’t true. And as you said that was confirmed six days later. When they announced he’d been found, my husband and I both just sat there and cried and listened to Grace. I’ve never been so upset over the death of someone I didn’t even really know. (Michael Hutchence was a close second though, later the same year. 1997 was a rough year for me, in terms of losing favorite artists.)

[@reecewoods2680]

Just one small correction. The cafe Sin-E is an Irish word for "That's it" and it's pronounced "Shin Ay" although said fast yours would sound correct, the importance is placed on the space between the syllables

[@jimbeam2299]

Bro I saw the thumbnail and thought Jeff Buckley was reacting to Jeff Buckley 😂 love the reaction

[@stephenpemberton85]

You actually look like Jeff Buckley

[@paulquaife7974]

His live performance of grace on the bbc is my 1st recommendation, after that a cover comparison of hallelujah

[@Problembeing]

His French TV - NPA LIVE 1995 - performance is even better.

[@Yaktahbay]

I suggest doing the whole Grace album, but at least Hallelujah, Grace, and Dream Brother...and Corpus Christi Carol...and Mojo Pin...and I always liked Lilac Wine...

[@mattswan9654]

100%!!!! One of the best albums of all time, no question!

[@Problembeing]

You’re after my own heart.

[@snowdog5895]

Jeff Buckley is without a doubt one of the greatest singers ever and his one album "Grace" is a beautiful artistic masterpiece. 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂

[@jaceeaster2246]

Agreed!!!!

[@Let_Jesus_Rescue_You]

Lilac Wine by Jeff Buckley is stunning & hauntingly beautiful ❤️ This song about himself is so sorrowful. Tears from the sky fall during the scenery of an unrumpled bed as he is in the corner...aching from his burning desire for his gone away love...but it doesn't dampen the flames of passion he feels for her still...only emphasizes it as the contrasting of 2 powerful elements of fire & water... causing him endless nights of restlessness/unease. Water destroyed the earth in the Biblical Flood...& it will be fire that will destroy the world at the end. God is Love...& is an All Consuming Fire... Fascinating his use of these two elemental descriptors...speaking of the teardrop that dangles forever in his soul...in his heart. He was beautiful inside & out...died way too young... I hope somehow he is in Heaven...& we can all sing together with him. God Bless you & yours. Maranatha 🙏🏼💕.

[@beauyerks7413]

Soo beautiful Lilac Wine

[@PEGoodnow]

Just put this on your suggestion list. So glad to see your reaction.

[@LillyMarz777]

His cover of Hallelujah is outstanding.

[@emanonfox1709]

the penultimate version! Even Leonard Cohen would agree (maybe).

[@Yaktahbay]

@@emanonfox1709 No, there have been many versions after his. But I do like his the best.

[@timlynch5710]

@@emanonfox1709 Penultimate means 2nd best. His may well be the best. :)

[@danm.2229]

@@timlynch5710 2 corrections. Penultimate means 2nd to last in a series. The second to last question on test. The second to last film in a series. If you were making a best of list from 10 to 1, you may say #2 is the penultimate entry on our list, but penultimate is a time thing, not a ranking. Issue number 2. Buckley's version IS the best.

[@emanonfox1709]

The first time I heard the album Grace all the way through, I thought how exciting his future would be. HIs voice is so haunting, and his guitar style is as well, and he approaches his craft very intellectually. Sad, such a loss.

[@twilli2813]

I just love seeing someone discover Jeff Buckley. Next should be Grace live at the BBC.

[@dreww1609]

Jeff is one of the many next level mammoth talents we have ever seen in decades - he was not from this world and was taken leaving just a few snippets of the pure greatness a a writer, lyricist, and an unrivaled singer - drowning in the Mississippi in Memphis is almost too Rock and Roll tragic cliche but Jeff - of anyone in his generation will always shine with the fire of a burning star. Such an unbelievable musical force and so fragile yet powerful. RIP forever.

[@debrasteed6470]

Hallelujah next reaction. It is a must if you liked this. I cannot listen to his version of Hallelujah without tears welling up at the end.

[@davidlloyd7454]

Welcome to the Buckley club. A true poet

[@jaceeaster2246]

YES!!!! you reacted to Jeff!! he is one of the greatest singers of all time!! pls react to more of him, his entire album Grace is amazing!!

[@InteliLEX]

Another Great reaction Dan - I’m really enjoying your channel… You’re doing wonderful reactions and I’m looking forward to seeing more. 💯

[@cherylmaloney8841]

Such an amazing song so incredibly beautiful!!! My fav part She's the tear that hangs inside my soul forever. My heart melts everytime!!!!

[@becuzitsthere4484]

More Buckley! Mojo Pin, Grace, Dream Brother, Forget Her, and to put his voice in perspective......I was on a road trip to Las Vegas with a lovely 35 year old black lady and I played his album Grace. She loved the sounds and asked "Who is this older black woman with the fantastic voice?" The look on her face was memorable when I told her it was a young white man!!

[@Yaktahbay]

Forgot about Forget Her!

[@elvisneedsboatsbennett2455]

He was going to begin recording his next album the day after he died. Also the line is "she's the tear(as in teardrop, crying) that hangs inside my soul forever".

[@scottlaughlin9897]

Hope you read this one? His father Tim Buckley had an incredible voice as well. His greetings from L.A. album was great. Check out Get on Top and move with me. I can see where his son got his chops!

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

It’s creepy how much Tim and Jeff sound alike 🕺🤪😎

[@foxandscout]

Tim Buckley was my biggest teenage crush. Saw him 3 times. Saw Jeff more than a dozen: the first was at a memorial for his dad (who he didn’t know) in my hood in Brooklyn (produced by brilliant Hal Willner, who we lost to Covid😿). Jeff spooked the audience- no one knew he was to perform (though he was listed in the program, which I still have) and looking and sounding like his dad was very surreal. After this debut, he performed quite a lot in coffee shops and small venues. He had a mailing list and notified his fans about many of these performances. Now instead of Jeff, I have a drawer full of ephemera. I’m a New Yorker. So grateful to the tons of live music I have experienced from age 14 on.

[@shellilawler1334]

TEAR as in crying tears .

[@Yaktahbay]

Amazing how he missed that.

[@go234ko96ts5]

RIP JEFF. A great talent going way too soon and what a voice. 2 great songs by Jeff that deserves a listen are LAST GOODBYE and HALLELUJAH, you won't be disappointed.

[@emanonfox1709]

I have the same suggestions, Hallelujah is a must, and Last Goodbye is a favorite.

[@go234ko96ts5]

@@emanonfox1709 Another music listener with good taste!

[@zenclover8468]

Alot of people will recommend "hallelujah" and for good reason but its a cover and not his best representation. A live album thats not talked about enough is "MYSTERY WHITE BOY TOUR" which is a composite of live shows across europe . It has my favorite version of hallelujah and if i remember correctly a really cool "dream brother". You should consider listening to the full album "Grace" straight through in one sitting (pausing it as needed) it is just such a clean clear produced album with some of the best vocals ever recorded.

[@vcocciolone]

Jeff Buckley, finally ... enjoy.

[@ct5625]

Jeff Buckley mastered a lot of things, from his voice to guitar to his writing, but one of the most amazing things about the music he and his band created was how they consistently built a song up from a gentle start to the most powerful vocal and musical crescendo. You'll notice this in several of the songs from the first album. He knew how to lure you in, and then gradually turn up the volume and the passion until you can feel it in your chest. Other people have said this in the comments but you should listen to the full Grace album because it's a true masterpiece. His vocals will amaze you, but the composition of the music and the diversity of the collection will make it one of your favorites, I guarantee it. When you have artists like Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Alanis Morissette, Patti Smith, Matt Ballamy (MUSE) and Michael Stipe among his fans you know there's something special there.

[@1Lovebird1]

Agree with Hallelujah suggestion also Last Goodbye.

[@pablozee6359]

You need to check out the studio version of this song that has some production elements that really enhance the song. Another great live performance to react to is “Mojo Pin” live at Glastonbury. Just a transcendent vocalist and criminally underrated guitarist. The most fearless vocalist I’ve ever heard. He was never afraid to use his voice to emote a melody in place of a solo, and not afraid to let it go where the emotion took it, even it it meant making an ugly sound. Absolutely mesmerizing and emotional. Enjoy the journey, I think you’ll be a fan.

[@nathanweiss5174]

This whole concert is just a soul pouring, amazing performances. I liked the comment about the drummer, reserve is fitting for this one. The band that night was mostly there for emotional support... sure they play a little here and there but you hardly notice if they are there or not when Jeff starts singing. Not to mention... Lonely is the room the bed is made The open window lets the rain in Burning in the corner is the only one Who dreams he had you with him

[@lilacskies33]

you need to hear his song what will you say live at glastonbury. it’s one of his best performances and it’s truly amazing

[@shellilawler1334]

Yes yes yes ! I lol'd when you said subtle.

[@vcocciolone]

I recommend .... Every song by him is a masterpiece. I reviewed the lists and I know and love every one. I'm looking forward to your reactions to them all. ...

[@emanonfox1709]

I'm gonna beg on hands and knees for Elliot Smith but I don't know where to start, the quality of video/audio is all over the map on KZbin.

[@Gregory......]

I love the New York R&B sound. Good Stuff

[@nammiegirl]

love love love

[@mariasands5607]

Sublime.

[@Problembeing]

Jeff is my favourite. I thoroughly suggest you get his Grace album, the title track is one of my all-time favourite songs, as is Dream Brother. Strangely, both those songs reference him dying and the latter even ends with the words “and the waves washing over”, which also ends the album. The double album posthumously released after his death, (Sketches for) My Sweetheart the Drunk has some absolutely incredible songs too and showed where his direction was going. Such a tragic loss. His band was hand selected by him, and they were all totally simpatico and seemed to have a 6th sense when it came to realising Jeff’s musical vision.

[@wallyboy6666]

:) :) Daniel, you do the best in depth analysis of lyrics. I like when you give your own interpretations & not just read what others think it means. Sometimes your shared thoughts make more of an impact/impression on me. Just wanted to thank you for such a great reaction & making me so glad to be a Patron! Jeff Buckley gave such a powerful performance here. His pain and regret were on that stage with him. ♡

[@pluckinmageetar]

"Grace" is the greatest album EVER. Listen from cover to cover. Subliminal.

[@samuelmregister]

Other-worldly talent.

[@drumsybatabamboom8022]

His album "Grace" is so lovely.

[@Yosef1952]

Yay! You got unblocked. Saw this on Patreon. Great number that I had never heard.

[@beauyerks7413]

Tear as in Teeeeer brother✌️

[@beauyerks7413]

Hey...there is a great movie about Jeff and his complicated relation to his dead...famous father...and his discovery in 1991.....as well as the girl he met who i THINK all these songs are about called GREETINGS FROM TIM BUCKLEY...great film!! Its theatrical movie not a documentary from 2012

[@ilariatremolada379]

Ciao Daniel, thanks for reacting to this gem ❤️ Grateful for that and glad you appreciated it. I could tell how you connected emotionally to the song, you did feel it, and it was amazing to watch. Also I did enjoy your dissection of the lyrics, brilliant and deep. Last goodbye and Mojo Pin live at Glastonbury highly recommended. Take care :)

[@brandonio_granger]

The band Morphine and Mr. Sandman (R.I.P) deserves your ear and I find the music more adventurous and sultry.

[@hah424]

Yes!

[@progperljungman8218]

One of a kind!

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

Beautiful job Daniel!

[@TheWizardOfEgo]

RIP Jeff

[@cdlehner511]

Jeff's story is really something. One album...kind of "mysteriously" departs this realm. Yes; kind of like an Angel. Of course, Madonna said all he did...was hit the H when they hung out. He had his demons. On a side note: Daniel...I've been looking for someone, to do Genesis' The Musical Box justice; and I think you're the guy! You loved Lamb, and the story, music, and lyrics of this song...as one in a million.

[@timlynch5710]

"Madonna said"? ...please....

[@cdlehner511]

@@timlynch5710 Hey...I love Jeff as much as anyone; but I'm convinced he must have been high when he drowned. Who the hell, jumps into the Mississippi with all their clothes on!?

[@timlynch5710]

So glad you have happened upon dear, sweet Jeff Buckley. Was lucky to hear and see him play small venues in Toronto before he made it huge. There was one show I recall so well, he played in a church. The ceilings were vaulted, the acoustics were perfect. It was as if he and I were the only ones in the place. What a great man. A lovely soul gone way too soon. And as ever, much love and respect to you D. Always great to see what you're up to. t Here's one for you. You don't need to understand French to get the beauty and weight of this. (He channels Edith Piaf to the Parisians' thrilled amazement!) Can translate the French bits if you like, but, you'll get it. Peace. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHLClaVjf9ingqM

[@foxandscout]

He never made it huge. His success came posthumously.

[@beauyerks7413]

Hey check out his Dad maybe.....equally iconic....id suggest either" Pleasant Street "or "Song to the Siren"

[@gloomyjo]

Love him sm, you should react to Mojo Pin

[@GroversCorner]

I never really appreciated Buckley and his life until I heard this song. Deeply moving! Thanks, Daniel, for again pointing the way.

[@DarkenedSpell]

Check out Augury, the finest in Prog Death Metal imo The vocal is a bit like Opeth at time, but a bit more aggressive maybe. And there s a lot going on musically. Pay attention to the 6 sting bass player "Forest" ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6anaaula7GXpLc

[@benoitdesmarais2948]

If you really want to hear what he's capable of, try Grace. Live or in the studio, he's absolutely amazing, he had it all.

[@billpickard7848]

Id like to invite anyone to come to Muscle Shoals Alabama we have two world famous recoding studios everyone from the Stone to Wilson Pickett Aretha Franklin to the Osmonds have recorded here. One studio was founded by the Swampers Please come and see music history the area has a WC HANDY home its also the birthplace of Sam Phillips who gave Elvis and Johnny Cash a big assist in their careers. Anyone interested let me know

[@Let_Jesus_Rescue_You]

You might like to react to Gram Parson's Flying Burrito Brothers...Hot Burrito #1... official video.

[@rickjend6667]

Daniel, I will echo what others are saying. Please do Jeff Buckley's version of Hallelujah!!! Leonard Cohen wrote the song, but Jeff Buckley brought it to another level. Once you hear it, you'll never forget it. The emotions in his voice, as well as his guitar playing, are just amazing. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2mkiHmcbKp0mZY

[@MojoPin1983]

I’d stick with the studio version of the song. That link features a live rendition that was done in the studio, but it pales in comparison to the album version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npvRYmaHhZVorq8

[@rickjend6667]

​@@MojoPin1983 I just listened to the album version and I agree it is also excellent! It is cleaner, but I personally like the liberties he takes on the Official video, with his guitar intro and the extra emotion he puts into it the singing especially at the end. But you can't go wrong with either of these. I like them both. The Official version has twice as many likes, but that really doesn't mean anything. Thanks Mojo!! I had completely forgotten about the album version.

[@guillaumegyoregy7417]

Hallelujah jeff buckley covers please

[@stevebiddell2839]

Best jazz waltz ever

[@samigul8341]

Rip

[@DougJables]

Listen to the album

[@IvoryCruzader]

Powerful song, and good job! His cover of Hallelujah isn't my favorite version, but certainly among the best. So yeah :-) Other than that... how about some Eva Cassidy? Fields of Gold or Over the Rainbow, perhaps? Another beautiful artist who passed away much too young.

[@tessiehornus7534]

No... he lived beside a cemetery

[@Hartlor_Tayley]

Terrific performance and song. He may be using an open tuning on the guitar, not sure. Great reaction thanks

[@MojoPin1983]

@Hartlor Tayley It’s in standard tuning.

[@TimothyLafreniere]

Jeff died in the Ohio river.