Jody Watley - Borderline (The Makeover)

[@solovoyager]

I love this rendition of Borderline. I never realized it was such a beautiful song. Ms. Whatley sounds ohhhh so nice!

[@bruce4509]

Yes

[@kedavis]

I really like this cover. Jody sang this beautifully!!!

[@rgrndu]

Now this how you cover another artists song. You reinterpret it and make it your own. Beautiful job Jody!

[@TheRosegina]

Both versions Madonna and Jody's are incredible and sung with such feeling. I never really absorbed the lyrics until i heard this slower version. Amazing.

[@tommymagnusson]

Absolutely beautiful. So smooth love it

[@kellirae1577]

Love this version! So soulful!

[@donryan3153]

Madonna's first masterpiece song. Stands the test of time.

[@MrMalibupj]

I was fortunate to have found this song at the time of its release. It's an ethereal blend of melody and instruments. It's like that unexpected dessert delicious because of its simplicity.

[@samuelgriffin9364]

Love this video and the song by Jody Watley it shows her deep voice in a way that soothes the soul of pure naked glory

[@daedaluspariswee710]

It's all begins with YOU, Judy Watley...I love ❤️💔❤️ this soulful romantic version of this song! You are the OG...Queen of R&B. You have open the doors for many Artists: such as Janet Jackson, Mary J Blige, Envogue, Byonce, Keshia Cole, Kelly and many more...Its all begins with you, Judy Watley and you still thrill us and we want more‼️Your music rocks ours soul, you are the OG Queen R&B‼️

[@mrwash42467]

Damn! I'm a real Watley fan ... How did I miss this? Great cover! The emotion ... my God, my God ...

[@bruce4509]

Me to..

[@siciliansummer]

I've always loved Jody...she takes this song to another level.

[@divadave6873]

love Jody Watley and this version is superb!!

[@futstersyt1495]

Beautiful !!! What a tune !!!

[@ColemanBellIII]

this is a beautiful take on a song that I already loved. Very mature and personal.

[@keziah2002]

The first time I heard this I was blown away... Borderline is one of my fav Madonna songs. Jody took it and made he own spectacular version! The two are so varied that they are practically different songs and that is why I can love both without detracting from either!

[@carpediem7007]

I really appreciate how Jody Watley’s version of “Borderline” is more pensive. She wriggles her voice with a dramatic finesse each time she sings “Borderline” in the chorus. I love Madonna’s and now I love Jody’s version, too. In fact, I would rank it as the 6th greatest cover of all time. Here is my top 10 list.

[@mattsephton]

Any chance of your top 10!?

[@irabaker8873]

@@mattsephton Thanks for asking. Here is my all-time top 10 Covers

[@irabaker8873]

1) Tori Amos cover of “Losing my Religion” (R.E.M.) 2) Stephanie Mills cover of “If I was your woman” (Gladys Knight and the Pips) 3) Aretha Franklin’s cover of “Respect” (Otis Redding) 4) Dixie Chick’s cover of “Landslide” (Stevie Nicks) 5) Dynamite Hack’s cover of “The Boyz-N-Tha-Hood” (Eazy E & the Boyz)

[@irabaker8873]

6) Jody Watley’s cover of “Borderline” (Madonna) 7) KC & JoJo’s cover of “Lately” (Stevie Wonder) 8) Mandy Moore’s cover of “God Only Knows” (Beach Boys) 9) Love Spit Love’s cover of “How soon is now?” (The Smiths) 10) Sinead O’Connor’s cover of “Nothing Compares 2 U” (Prince)

[@irabaker8873]

What do you think? ; 0 )

[@JUSAGUYNKY]

OMM(adonna)!!! I forgot all about this cover! 💎❤️💎❤️

[@TheNouveauxdecadence]

Who cares who was out first. Madonna and Jody are BOTH legends. period. And NO new females artists could compare. Though this is a cover and I like Madonna's more THIS is really like a new song which is what a cover should be. Jody has made this her OWN!

[@nenebisou166]

Love this and her! Both versions I adore, equally. She and Madonna.

[@faireydust72]

I’ve always loved Jody Watley & I had no idea she covered Madonna’s song Borderline. It’s absolutely incredible. I’d love to hear Madonna do Borderline as a ballad also Have Madonna also re-Record Like A Virgin as a ballad. It was originally going to be a ballad but Jody Watley’s version is just WOW!! I’ve just downloaded it from ITunes & listened to it 3X’s in row.

[@jamesradenhausen4467]

Madonna performed slower versions of "Borderline" on two occasions- in her first Tears of a Clown show, (which took place during her Rebel; Heart Tour) and then on "The Tonight Show," as it is Jimmy Fallon's favorite Madonna song.

[@paulbradley705]

So different, so good. This is my next cd purchase.

[@crewfel]

This version is absolutely amazing!! I loooove it!!!

[@darrylkelly4271]

J you are remarkable never thought it could be done like this EXCELLENT

[@brotharob01]

jody watley is also just as great...she totally owned this song. five stars!!!

[@courtneycollins4841]

I, Love Your Music! God bless you Ms. Ladie💋😍🧡💛🙏🏽🙏🏽👸🏽👑💎💕

[@vickiet.9331]

This song makes me feel good and happy.

[@Paulisup]

Forever and always the smooth DIVA. Fashion-wise, musically - go mama! Very smooth take on this great Madonna cut.

[@BigZeeEnn]

Just fyi to twiliterider, back in the Sinatra days, everyone used to sing everyone elses songs. I think its great to see all these original takes on one song. I love this version, so soulful!

[@mickeythirty]

One of the best covers! I love it when an artist is able to reinvision not just remix a song.

[@simplybeautiful9885]

Excellent emotional and vocal presentation!

[@HerbEVore-ti6hs]

Interesting, good cover. I like Jody Watley generally

[@stephenbarry5196]

A beautiful rendition of this song done by the Beautiful Black Goddess Miss Jody Watley My favorite singer

[@alexanderdamiansson9048]

This is such a beautiful cover song. Ms. Watley knocks it out of the ballpark!

[@kevndarocb7137]

Refreshing, mellow, sensual and i love it!!

[@ronnelloms9240]

Awwwwww, Yes this is real MUSIC RIGHT HERE, all you need is that someone special to hold you and love on you, and baby everything is alright with the world!!!!!

[@oneindachamber]

Man with the excellent touch she put on this song you would think this is a Jody Watley song. What an excellent makeover.

[@rellenoz]

SHe breathe new life into that song. At first I was like a Madonna cover? whatever! but from the first couple notes I knew, No this ain't no Madonna cover. This is some serious singing. ITs just lovely.

[@maryjbligefan]

This is off of her 'makeover' album and Jody performs this song with true beauty and style. Jody is an artist of immense talent and she been around for three decades now at the top. Still producing records today.

[@carpediem7007]

I recently went to see Jody Watly in concert in DC. It was mesmorizing to see how much power she had over the audience. Nearly all of the crowd was dancing and singing along, even the people up in the balcony. It was a nearly perfect concert. The only thing missing was this song, "Borderline." It would have been perfect had she sung it right after her re-worked version of "Most of All." Even still, what a memorable night! Thank you, Jody.

[@mectechman1]

And suddenly this Monday of mine turned, and became wonderful. Amazing. Thank you. /mtm

[@pierre1050]

Very true, very beautiful. She really knows what she is singing about!

[@maryjenniferb001]

I just love this song !!! this is a nice version !! awsome !

[@ivymatos7121]

Amei essa canção, essa cantora é dmais ❤❤❤

[@thibb2k8]

She brought the very best of these lyrics out! She took her time to articulate them. This is not a pop song! No diss to Madonna, but this is a song for anyone who’ve really loved someone and didn’t get the reciprocal energy!

[@mrwash42467]

Damn! I'm a real Watley fan ... How did I miss this? Great cover!

[@whone100]

This is how an artist does it.. same song but a different, beautiful and unique version..

[@rikiwillits2013]

Beautiful job 🥰

[@rikiwillits2013]

Beautiful cover !

[@carolynallen2004]

OMG! I love this remix. You can "Feel" this.

[@Babizezes]

i love this song! it's an amazing version.

[@TenHanded]

Yyyeeessss. Jodie Watley rulin this song. Beautiful lady

[@wickedhalla]

so beautiful....

[@selenavene8298]

leve e suave...perfeito!

[@bisexualbuffthug]

This is one of them songs you wanna play on your mp3 player when you at a beach or island with someone your intimate with. BEautiful version.

[@dingostorm11]

just lovely. absolutely.

[@jesse1971]

flawless.

[@xppara]

One of big stars in 80s!

[@nutforcub]

This is a wonderful version of Madonna's original. The tempo and vocals are just wonderful. This is a " listen to on a date" ride home song...You can definitely get a kiss from a hairy bear if you wanted..i know i do......

[@solovoyager]

A very nice remake of this song. It has a nice soulful vibe. I love the sound of rain in the background. Frankly, I prefer this version to the original!

[@AlmightyCynthia]

simply beautiful!

[@toyatsymonds9324]

Solid GOLD 🥇🪙🥇 LOVELY 💕

[@thackshila]

i like this one better than the original madonna version. This really brings out the lyrics out in a meaningful way.. thumbs up :)

[@bjoaquinesq]

It's June 30, 2016 ... 2:24 pm .. and I'm listening to this joint-jam in San Diego City of So' California! USA.

[@marceloferreirax1584]

BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!

[@toyatsymonds9324]

PoP gets ROCKED. 💕 Soulfully

[@InfernoBLK72]

pure vocal excellence

[@tonyktown]

I always thought this was Madonna's best song...didn't think anyone could top it...but of course I didn't think Jodi Whatley was going to cover it. The woman is beautiful The song is hot The 'fro is TIGHT!

[@jodys1971]

Excellent. Have liked he since Looking For a New Love

[@Samiyo]

BEAUTIFUL!!

[@samuelgriffin4167]

Jody Watley you're so beautiful when you sing

[@dmcwhorter64]

just beautiful...

[@larrycom]

Love this version Jody

[@pepxxx]

This version is actually pretty damn good.

[@seldomsceen]

still so beautiful..

[@marcbbaby]

Very nice remake...

[@ingriddickson7071]

Pretty song...

[@Afropavo]

holy wow why haven't I heard this before?

[@twatpopper72]

love it!!

[@tisha812]

I like it!!!

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

Lovely!

[@smoothiota4]

@cjs33139 You must not have read my comment because I stated that due to the other facial surgeries Michael had performed, suggested he wanted the features of caucasians. My statement on caucasians tanning was made to show that when people make changes to their appearance, it does not necessarily mean that they want to look like members of another race or ethnic group.

[@adibaby1979]

oh I love this!

[@mikegriffin104]

2006 this came out. 14 years ago I used to send this to you Yolanda, do you even remember.

[@bearclaws2934]

Noah's Arc, just had to find this. Beautiful moment in the show and the song

[@audreyjolly72]

WOW!!!!

[@samuelgriffin9364]

Stay beautiful

[@toewerboy]

A real Woman and a much pretty Human! Claer Eyes und a great Heart!! I love it!!

[@geanpakito]

Jody singing 'borderline' really flawless, perfect. And even more perfect would be if it included that portion of the original song keep on pushing me baby, don't you know you drive me crazy' 'would be excellently romantic. But congratulations on the voice and performance

[@carpediem7007]

6) Jody Watley’s cover of “Borderline” (Madonna) 7) KC & JoJo’s cover of “Lately” (Stevie Wonder) 8) Mandy Moore’s cover of “God Only Knows” (Beach Boys) 9) Love Spit Love’s cover of “How soon is now?” (The Smiths) 10) Sinead O’Connor’s cover of “Nothing Compares 2 U” (Prince)

[@rosbergs3]

Nice version.

[@iamdynez]

I see Wade, Noah, Ricky, Junito everytime I hear this

[@smoothiota4]

@76discodolly And that's my point, exactly. Most people do it simply because they like the particular look on them. It's not done to look like people of another culture or to deny their own.

[@MysticStranger]

Yes, is it artistic progression! Educate those who have missed the mark!

[@valentinom.5576]

I love this. I didn't know Maddy gave permission for re-dos. Why aren't there more re-dos of her songs, I wonder?

[@J.Evans_Official]

Its lot of remakes of her songs that people have done

[@noahbody68]

@tommyburgos totally agree!!!! just came across this today while at work, you nailed it on the head with your comment!!!

[@nymet2454]

Jody looks great. I remember her on "Soul Train".

[@mongobaer]

You forgot the most important thing ;). all the best from Smithfield! M

[@rattube2000]

beyond beautiful - ♥ u 4eva jw. but damn girl, wish u coulda rocked that wig double's hair for the whole vid, dem curlz lookin lovely in the beginning. did the humidity level in the studio jump at :42 sceonds? where them curls went? hold up, they're back again @ 2:01 looks like it's just a depth of field thing lemme step off.

[@Ru0000]

Borderline is one of my favorite songs of all time. I like Madonnas version better but I LOVE this version by Jody. A completely different feel to this song.

[@kmena72]

I think you mean you like Madonna's background music better. Jody has better vocals.

[@yosemitetony]

Funny how Madonna stole this version when on Jimmy Fallon.

[@WandaVladimirescu]

@@kmena72 voices are not measured like that. Nor is taste. People can like how Madonna sounded. Don't be arrogant.