JOAN OSBORNE Sara Smile

[@Richard.Loeffler]

You can tell she feels every word that she sings as it comes deep down inside her soul. One of the greats, underrated.

[@jimincairns]

Every song that Ms. Osborne sings she takes and makes it her own. Yet another stellar performance from one of the most underrated singers of our times.

[@jeffkeating5356]

Still true to this day

[@mckitten6020]

YES!!! Shes by far one of my favorite vocalists!!

[@brianniegemann4788]

She's not famous or at the top of social media, but she has a dozen albums to her credit. Somebody must like her - l sure do.

[@oldprankster7606]

You would never know from this performance that this lady has one hell of a rasp. She can be as smooth as silk or as rough as sand paper. A very versatile singer.

[@markkasick]

Honey running over gravel.

[@MemphiStig]

that voice, that delivery i just melt

[@fantlou]

I LOVE THIS WOMAN!!! it's a crying shame how under rated she is. I loves me some Joan

[@jesselbrmn]

I agree 100 %! I bet she keeps on the dl for a reason.. .. ...probably more free like that.

[@Dawg-420]

Cant get enough of Joan... Love her voice and passion.✌🏽🌹

[@EchosLens]

Is she underrated or an artist who has not been bought by music industry? I am pretty sure she uses her own record label and also prefers to play at small venues and festivals. I've not heard of her performing in a sports stadium ever, which is understandable because the sound quality in those is awful. She could sell out colloseums if she wanted to, imo, if she had gone in that direction after her hit single "One of Us". But she is staying true to the music and is not selling out.

[@GregLusardi]

You make a great point. There must be a reason why Joan Osborne is not widely recognized as one of the great female singers over the last 30 years. I am sure that Taylor Swift and Beyonce are great ( not my cup of meat) but they are not more talented than Joan Osborne.

[@btpuppy2]

Sara A is smiling right now. Impeccable!

[@davidinghram2494]

A beautiful song, and as usual Joan did a wonderful job with it.

[@sandrathunderbull7190]

Why is this artist so underrated!!! We love 💕 you Joan

[@zeropopulation]

Whomever orchestrates and designs her musical accompaniment is not on the same page as she. Joan Osborne has a mellifluous engaging voice of the highest calibre but she is most often paired with an undistinguished musical arrangement. No to impune her instramentalists and back up singers, it's the heartless, music by numbers quality of what surrounds her that, I think, has muted her career.

[@hitobito1]

Joan Osborne nailed this version of Sara Smile! She has soul and a rich, full voice! Magnificent!

[@alanmorgan3661]

Joan, you are one major talent girl, I play your take on What Becomes Of The Broken Hearted over and over again, I never tire of hearing your fantastic voice. Bless you.

[@austinbarry8978]

I looooove her.

[@jackrambler3262]

Alan Morgan- That performance with The Funk Brothers is absolutely Stunning

[@charlesking5328]

What a Awesome talent ! Love her voice.

[@terrivanzandt756]

I found Joan by accident and can't believe her talent. The woman can sing anything and she has soul!! Love her Motown music.........only she can repeat Sara Smile!! Awesome Joan!

[@51Dss]

Love it! She is totally loyal to the song as written - no silly vocalizations just singing straight - she's quite a talented singer

[@IanIsrael]

Class. Joan is feeling this song,instead of reading it a piece of paper..Beautiful cover of a beautiful song. Soul from deep within.

[@rickybrackin543]

Comes from the heart. keep feeling the music love it.

[@1031E]

One of the best singers ever from Kentucky! Love her voice.

[@consuelo.p.v.]

I love Joan Osborne. This one is dedicated to my daughter on her birthday. PLEASE SARAH SMILE! YOU ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE...I LOVE YOU!

[@michaeldoucette943]

Love this woman and her incomparable interpretations.I am humbled by how musicians free-flow through a piece of music they've heard oh so many times before.And yet,they add their own stamp to the song.How do they do it???!!!

[@chipsterb4946]

She did a wonderful version of the Grateful Dead’s “Ripple” - made it her own just like this. (It seems to have disappeared from the internet though 😢)

[@GregLusardi]

I go all day with Joan Osborne songs in my head. I am grateful to her as her talent and passion for music enhances the quality of life for those who listen. Thanks also for You Tube and the people who tape her performances and put them up on you tube .Thank you.

[@johnnycampbell3422]

Would love to hear this with John or Daryl in harmony. Wish she had done Live at Daryl's House. Joan is a treasure

[@terrymurray530]

If you love Joan,then search for her singing what becomes of the broken hearted! Backed by the greatest group of all over 200 number one hits. The Funk Brothers

[@colbyb999]

This is absolutely wonderful. Joan just nails the Philadelphia sound. Great at both the Motown and Philadelphia sounds!

[@dharmaseed]

I don't usually go in for covers, but this is good! A room full of musicians, no autotune, no Beyonce style vocal hitches, just a woman belting out a classic Hall and Oates (or is it Hall & Oates?) song, and doing a damn good job of it, I might add.

[@maryparsons4833]

I just finished watching The Funk Brothers. Never knew about them ! And I love R & B ! I saw Joan sing and what a wonderful voice she has ! Loved it.

[@wreckoningday]

Joan Osbourne is very underrated and largely unrecognized for her talent... Amazing voice and she's got soul. Beautiful

[@alexk2501]

I've been lovin Ms Osbornes singing since Motown's STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN. Such amazing interpretations!

[@amensupremera]

me too! She killed it on What Becomes of the Broken Hearted

[@dpc564]

please check out my rendition danemusic1

[@jonathantaylor3961]

Absolutely amazing, as always from Joan. To be in the studio and here a track this epic being layed down live. I think I'd have to take a few minutes to compose myself. Deeply moving.

[@mikecowal3799]

Joan is the most soulful Soul Sister Singing today. Her voice and passion for singing is as beautiful as she is. Don't miss her live- at the Grey Eagle in Asheville next week.

[@chnlisle]

I never tire of listening this phenomenal voice.

[@emilymartinez1141]

Unbelievably great

[@terrencebradford4274]

I've been a Joan Osborne fan from the day I purchased "Relish" what 20 years ago? Her voice is still so rich and soulful. She can hold her own with the R&B/Blues elite. I had the pleasure of seeing her perform live here in St. Louis, Mo. at the Pageant Theater during the "Righteous Love" tour in 2002 and she did not disappoint. Truly a fantastic artist.

[@thomasterrell437]

Beautiful woman beautiful voice love her music

[@julesbarnes]

She's the Al Green of our time... A truly effortlessly great singer. Rare and precious in a sea of talentless studio projects. No buttons, no adjustments needed, she has it. Keep posting, I'm really grateful!

[@paulagannon7798]

Absolutely Breathtaking 🥰

[@jeffkeating5356]

That’s her!

[@johnngs54]

Every time I hear her sing a tune, It still blows my mind. Fantastic

[@valg3230]

I AGREE that Joan Osborne is underrated!!!! Her performance of "What Becomes of the Broken Hearted" in the movie "Standing in the Shadows of Motown" (with The Funk Brothers) is the BEST PART of the movie!. and, her version of Son of a Preacher Man is amazing.

[@cbell958]

Joan can make any song 'hers!" Simply beautiful...

[@traceydarcy6528]

I first came across Joan in the BBC Four Transatlantic Sessions programme ... Folk musicians came together in what have been called ‘the greatest back porch show ever ... have a listen, she’s an outstanding performer without question 👌

[@jeffkeating5356]

I second this emotion

[@4Jrzgrl]

The ever soulful and talented Joan Osborne. I've been a fan since 1991.

[@cynthiamarshall13]

Me too, but, don't recall the exact year?

[@timbaird428]

Great rendition! Love this performance!

[@chazhogue2945]

Love ya Joan! Thank you for all the great things you have done for all of us!

[@sandrathunderbull7190]

Wow ..what a beautiful singer

[@johngallaghermusic9777]

really great version. Joan has a knack of making anything she sings sound like her own as was said b the producer at the end .Nice work

[@markmytunes3800]

Stunning, every bit as good as the original - She doesn't just sing it she feels the song on some deep level and then shares that with us.

[@simonrichmond4935]

Such a beautiful, sweet soulful voice. This version is so laid back. It is a very calming version. I first came across Joan Osborne about a month ago with the Funk Brothers doing What becomes of the brokenhearted, and instantly appreciated how good her singing was. Since then I have liked her material and totally agree that she is so badly underrated.

[@joemcfatter1170]

In the Shadows of Motown led me here.damn, how have I missed Joan......what a voice!I grew up on Motown et al, and Joan just has that and more, Wow!

[@alanmorgan3661]

Me too!, isn't Shadows----- one of the greatest things ever?

[@MiguelinaMarie]

She is the best R+B cover singer alive right now. Hands down. All her albums are good.

[@martinaxman2033]

First time for me listening to Joan. What a great voice! Silky, powerful, rich and solid. After all the pop junk that's plastered all over, it's nice to hear someone who can actually sing and hold a note.

[@hitobito1]

Joan Osborne is so soulful and her interpretation of this song is beyond great! Such an expressive voice! Listen and enjoy!

[@jamesvela3680]

Beautiful rendition of a stellar song. What a voice!

[@musicsunhappy]

Joan, absolutely well done. Love it. Thanks to whoever posted this.

[@RLew-ks9tt]

New respect for Joan! Killing it awesome

[@carlrudd1858]

I love it that she is understated. No hidous tattoos, not vulgar language, no dopey slang or trendy buzz-words and cliché's. And that gal can actually sing. Glad she's here.

[@Mr195357]

This woman can actually sing. Unlike some of the so called musicians we have today.. This lady is great.

[@michellejsco]

I was never a big fan of hers until this. So glad someone suggested I listen to it.

[@ChicagoBeaver]

No words, just tears................ So lovely, pure, sweet, positive and full of finesse.

[@ninsbest3834]

Nice.... Keep it rolling. Beautiful.

[@Airedale721]

So soulful and effortless...Joan is a Godess; an amazing talent.

[@larrybutler8965]

Sang it girl. Every since she done the Motown with the Funk Brothers she can just jam. LB July 2021

[@dougskriver6216]

First time hearing this, love it. It was a teenage fave of mine, Joan does it great.

[@norcal_patriot17]

laura Silveria Absolutely ~ Without a doubt. She's magnificent.

[@WatchDarkgirl]

Wow...she is so good...love watching her in studio:)

[@DISCOFROMNOWON]

When I heard the album RELISH, with the songs ST Theresa, Man in the long black coat, Pensacola and almost the whole album through she just soul-ed me away and I thought south-ish like Louisana and up pops Canada on the back cover ? Joan osborne is my very favorite singing talent. I feel her songs very deep in my soul. thank you Joan lovley work!

[@louisyork1894]

I crushed on her so hard as a young teen. Still think she is amazing. Love Joan so much

[@David-wc8ze]

Prettiest song ever! I am dying. Thank you for your gift.

[@derekmcewen6359]

So smooth.

[@casey2music4love]

This is such a well written song, and this live version's got a great, smooth feel to it :)

[@fjewel7360]

i discovered this lady years ago. i have all her albums multiple copies. i love her voice.

[@shirleydonasco5766]

This song is a new for me but... I heard many times this week...so lovely & Sweet 🥰 sound good!👍

[@janiecapri9905]

I could listen to her for ever seen this oh my God I love her what a voice I've watched it at least 20 times and still never get tired of it

[@chazhogue2945]

Well my goodness, isn't that spectacular? Thanks Joan and the great band!

[@frieda842]

👏🏾👏🏾❤️🥰❤️ #TeamJoanOsborne with that amazing BAND!!! All the Sara’s around the world are literally S😊M😊I😊L😊I😊N😊G again!! Great cover from the awesome hit makers and legendary Hall & Oates! 🤗🤗 I’m sure they’re proud to hear this perfected cover.

[@edevans5067]

Other than Hall and Oats doing this song, Joan has nailed it. Best version I have ever heard

[@BillyJoeVegas]

@novaracer1 couldn't have said it better myself ! I like and appreciate BOTH versions of this great song. Written to honor his collaborator/girlfriend of 28 years Sara Allen. (Her sister, Janna Allen, co-wrote their 2nd #1 hit "Kiss On My List." (Janna died of leukemia in 1993.)

[@roncampbell6377]

"Dang Girl" thank you so much for an Amazing performance all i can say is WOW !!!

[@tzsdccstarsandgalaxiesast1546]

Just learned maybe two years ago what she's been doing. Just great!

[@CanadianRockerGuy]

one of the best female singers i've ever heard, i'm hooked!

[@ababos7788]

I love her version of this classic piece, so soulful! So Live!

[@billanthony7896]

I once saw Southside Johnny perform "The Lady Is A Tramp" at a wedding reception. One of the best renditions of that song I ever heard!

[@ironclad57]

Omg! One of my favourite songs done by one of my favourite voices. Heaven!,,

[@denisehedden5108]

🖤🥀Beautiful Song and I loved it. Dayamm what a amazing voice just grab's me and pulls me into the lyrics another place and another time. God Bless you girl.🥀🖤☝️

[@fast4wood]

Joan is top shelf , no doubt.

[@levent8208]

Perfection, nothing else to say

[@caintapi]

Love her version of this classic. And she doesn't overdo the vocals like most vocalist does when they do a rendition. Love Joan Osborne.

[@bigrr64]

Beautiful cover of the Great Hall & Oates classic.

[@Tonycircelli123]

This is a great cover..she does have soul! & if you've heard her other music u know she can blow if she wants but this was the sound she wanted and or felt.

[@CDA129]

I love it! I love this song. I love Joan. I love it!

[@PaulC39]

Very cool song. I got the Breakfast in Bed cd last weekend. I've always liked R&B. Joan can definitely sing.

[@colsomemiah6095]

always loved this song and she does it jusice like hall & co. beautifully expressive songs and the innovations she put in it on runs gorgeoous neverheard of her before choiuce of songs absolutely on point lovely lovely i've run out of adjectives exqisite ending

[@ads71]

LOVE me some Joan Osborne....she gives me instant chills everytime

[@VenusMarsAndSun]

Yes She does !

[@philadams8597]

Joan is a natural she doesn’t over do it her voice speaks volumes

[@salgal80]

I'm not really a fan of Joan Osborne, but this is so amazingly beautiful. This song makes me melt every time I hear it.

[@kezzer2]

Love this lady.what a rendition.Good post.

[@Gexxon]

One of the best song ever written ,, my man Daryl Hall is a hell of a songwriter and composer! Good stuff.

[@clm143jdm]

She rocks this...............Thank you Joan!

[@Airedale721]

Flawless vocal, Joan is amazing.

[@SammyVideoPlex]

I just love that lady. She is as talented as Karen Carpenter. And beautiful at the same time.

[@tomcleary27]

absolutely fantastic. I first heard this song on Gator Country radio in Jax, FL.

[@davidgallucci4255]

So real. So organic.

[@johncooner8957]

Fantastic, beautiful, very soulful, love you.

[@0ri0ninh3ll]

Beautiful . You and the band .

[@chiefashley56]

Phenomenal talent. She makes it sound easy. A class act.

[@anitathompson9360]

She's a amazing can't gt enough to listen too just wow

[@MrMusicguyma]

Nice arrangement true to the Hall and Oates song. Joan Osborne is pretty darn good at every song I've ever heard from her.