Pink Floyd - Comfortably Numb (Piano Cover by Josh Cohen)

[@joshcohenmusic]

2024 update! New piano tutorials and sheet music coming soon: emergencypianohotline.com

[@MrNiclasM]

PLEASE NOW

[@n40tom]

I was in a bar in Florida and they had an empty piano sitting there. In walked a very large Russian guy speaking broken English and he asked the bartender if he could play the piano. He started playing popular show tunes and no one was really paying attention to him . He seen me looking at him and he said to me what would you like to hear and I said I'm sure you don't know the music that I like and he replied try me. I said Pink Floyd. He started with Comfortably Numb and played about 10 songs by Floyd before he left. I asked the bartender who he was and he said I have no idea I've never seen him before. It was great almost like a ghost walked in ( kidding ) played Pink Floyd and then disappeared. It was an interesting night that I enjoyed immensely.

[@jimiknowsbest201]

Sounds like a very good evening indeed...

[@thegreenwave6741]

tackless did you buy the man a drink?

[@n40tom]

@@thegreenwave6741 As a matter of fact I bought him at least two drinks it could have been three but I'm not sure. But whatever it was I was glad to do it as I was thoroughly entertained and almost mesmerised by how great he sounded. I would have never thought you can play Floyd like that on the piano.

[@thegreenwave6741]

tackless That's cool!

[@OrlandoGamer09channel]

What songs did he played?

[@lynchthompson]

If you release an ablum of classic rock songs like pink floyd, i 100% will buy it

[@diegoalonsoarteagachaparro3259]

Totally agree

[@gojeta1999]

I'll buy a pink Floyd one

[@I-am-SaltyPeanut]

Ditto

[@arollingstone6928]

Amen me too!!

[@kewuak]

What bout copyright??? He just do not be able to sell this masterpiece(

[@evantapper5924]

I'm 6:15 in. Long week. Long month. Long few years, if I'm honest. I'm crying. Thank you.

[@DanielCustodioSilva]

i undstend u,

[@afonsoferreira5171]

Stay strong man

[@joycewible8816]

I know this comment is 11 months old, but I really hope things have been looking up for you.

[@VisHis5]

Joyce Wible in 11 months i think everything is okay for him or i wish

[@joycewible8816]

@@VisHis5 That's the hope, but he said he'd been having a rough few years, so you never know.

[@alextryon1875]

Your improvisational style would work really well with Shine On You Crazy Diamond

[@AA-sn9lz]

Oh man, I'd literally kill to see that.

[@nabilbenseddik4271]

Oui moi aussi

[@JeremyBurnett]

Alex Tryon RIGHT!!!!!

[@Dontbustthecrust]

His style would also work with every song ever.

[@almehdiboussad991]

@@AA-sn9lz CALM DOWN xd

[@erichami]

The translation of this possibly-best ever David Gilmour solo into an ethereal piano piece is otherworldly. Bravo Sir.

[@jarkmodels]

I must confess that at the beginning I was not quite sure where you were going, but then you BLEW MY MIND!....as usual awesome cover. Every detail is there...if Gilmour played the piano he would have done the same.

[@JustieCrustie]

David can play the piano amongst other instruments!👍

[@flaviagoncalves8215]

Same here. But, then, WOW!

[@ei6728]

I love hands. The way they move, their shape, their curves and edges, their veins, their bone structure, their skin, the unique lines in the palms... I admire what they can do. Hands are beautiful, definitely my favorite human body part. Elegance in action.

[@ei6728]

Some types tho.

[@asmrbeezzzz756]

This channel is my comforting place where I go when life hits too hard. I spent months listening your Pink Floyd, Coldplay, Radiohead a Bowie covers when my brother passed away. Two years later my father passed away too and I am back here… because your music carries me thru the worst feelings of grief and loneliness. My heart is broken from being so sad and miserable. When I reach the point where I feel like I cant take it anymore I just go here and cry and cry for many hours while listening. Music heals my soul. Especially these songs because they are my, brother’s and father’s favorite. I could never express how thankful I am for sharing your work. It really means a lot. Thank you.

[@joshcohenmusic]

You’re most welcome. I’m glad you’ve found it helpful during those tough times x

[@francescomunzone5012]

-"You can't play the solo without a guitar" -"Hold my piano."

[@teggerzz]

Francesco Munzo you can play any music on any instrument Like you can say any sentence with any voice

[@ei6728]

This comment makes no sense, no one said that...

[@francescomunzone5012]

Yes yes, I mean that solo

[@Dontdothat5300]

Facts bro - I didn’t think it could be done. This was legit.

[@andreinivchik5247]

If someone will hold my piano, how would I play on it? 🤔

[@somethingclever8526]

You most likely won't see this after all these years, but I have to say, this is amazing. Most covers of songs with singing usually end up being: chords with left hand, singing melody played note-by-note with right hand. You on the other hand (pun unintended) implemented both, and more, perfectly, it doesn't sound sloppy at all. And you also paid attention to getting the reverbs right. I have no idea about music theory and such but if this isn't great musicianship, I don't know what is. Perfect arrangement. Sounded a lot like the original song, but of course with a different flavour. Like an original piano piece.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks for the kind words ✌️

[@brianjrichman]

Inventive ending section, and I know how hard it is to make guitar bends sound right on a keyboard with fixed notes, but a great interpretation of a classic song. More like this please.

[@HugeWreck]

What begins as a soft slow burn transcends to a fantastic climax which gradually and seemingly effortlessly grinds back down to a soft and delicate finish. This song, just like the rest of your covers takes on a whole life of its own. Perfection at its finest. Thanks for sharing your talent with the world.

[@ABCD27814]

There are some people in this world who are on a different level... So gifted, and so talented - you are one of those human beings who makes me step back and think, "Oh wow. This is what we are capable of".

[@MattH-wg7ou]

Exactly. I wish I were this good at literally anything lol.

[@bojak7808]

@@MattH-wg7ou These people are not gifted, or at least most of them arent. Life gives you so many skills to master. You can litteraly do whatever you want, you just have to work hard. What would happen if you played piano 3 hours a day? Where would you be in 5 years? I'm glad I realized that at such a young age. Edit: english is not my mothertongue, I'm trying to improve, feel free to correct me :)

[@Face_The_Void]

Your comment contradicts itself but nice sentiments

[@aimenedits]

I absolutely fucking love your covers! Love how melody just smoothly melts into the song.This is one my favourite songs from The Wall. You have so much talent, it’s unreal. Keep up the great work. x

[@Hersik]

I absolutely fucking love your covers!** (Sorry, couldn't resist correcting that)

[@aimenedits]

Hersik lmaoooo I didn’t even realise. Don’t be sorry. Thanks for correcting me.

[@bakingbread4002]

@@aimenedits realize :)

[@aimenedits]

baking bread I thought you can spell it both ways..

[@bakingbread4002]

@@aimenedits I am not native speaker either I am from Germany so I don't know, just corrected it for the joke:-D

[@lianagordan6559]

there’s always been something so moving about Pink Floyd’s music.

[@patrick1724]

I have loved all your Radiohead/Floyd/Bowie covers, I can tell we have very similar taste in music. But I was always hoping for a Comfortably Numb cover and now you have finally delivered. Bravo sir, this is absolutely stunning. No idea how you managed to play that Dave Gilmour solo on piano but by God you have done it.

[@paranoidasteroid3439]

I’ve always adored your piano covers.I wish you would do it more often. Now I am going to listen to this like two thousand times.

[@serinityxisxsanity]

Me too also

[@Sinaloa_Cartel]

If your unable to follow along listen to 4:50 and it’ll put you right back on track.... true PF fans know that feeling. Love it. Great job!

[@mikewebber5171]

Indeed 👌✨

[@bakingbread4002]

Thank you so much for that wonderful piece! I am seventeen and play the piano for 11 years. It always has "just" been a hobby, but during the last year I realized how much music gives me... At the moment I am very busy with school, but I am glad I find the time to play about 2 hours a day. You played Pink Floyd so beautiful, thanks for the wonderful 11 minutes!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Most welcome ✌️

[@ariantaghdiri7937]

Same here. Im 17 and im just in love with playing but i have a lot of school stuff...

[@_NetCat_]

when i first opened this, i thought "noone can do good cover of this, but let's see". BUT it's such an beautiful and amazing cover !! I absolutely love it and can't stop to listen. THANK YOU!

[@elizabethmilan6687]

I love the slow departure of the hands at the end of every video. it's a beautiful conclusion.

[@marthapadillam92]

Thank you Josh, you never know how happy your cover make me

[@dixie_rekd9601]

its like you can make the piano sing the lyrics..... awesome cover.

[@muzi4ki]

Wow Josh, what an incredible version of an amazing song - never expected to hear David Gilmour's solo being played so beautifully on piano. Thanks for sharing this!

[@mattiteodorascu6372]

I've never clicked so fast!

[@chilisaucier]

As with all of your Pink Floyd, Radiohead and Bowie covers, you have truly managed to capture the full essence of this masterpiece. All the instruments and vocals, they are all represented somehow, and that is without a doubt the hardest thing about making a good piano cover. And you master it everytime. Thank you − keep the inspiration coming!

[@MrBlueboy6666]

God the lower register of that piano is unreal and Josh makes great use of it.

[@neyirmanguy7734]

The meaning behind the song becomes even more profound and potent in this version. The sadness and desperation feels even more tactile here. This is an incredible piece

[@ranaelhusiney4203]

sHello, Is there anybody in there? Just nod if you can hear me Is there anyone home? Come on Now I hear you're feeling down I can ease your pain Get you on your feet again Relax I'll need some information first Just the basic facts Can you show me where it hurts? There is no pain you are receding A distant ship's smoke on the horizon You are only coming through in waves Your lips move But I can't hear what you're saying When I was a child I had a fever My hands felt just like Two balloons Now I've got that feeling once again I can't explain You would not understand This is not how I am I... Have become comfortably numb O. K. Just a little pin prick There'll be no more aaaaaaaah! But you may feel a little sick Can you stand up? I do believe it's working Good That'll keep you going through the show Come on It's time to go There is no pain you are receding A distant ship's smoke on the horizon You are only coming through in waves Your lips move But I can't hear what you're saying When I was a child I caught a fleeting glimpse Out of the corner of my eye I turned to look but it was gone I cannot put my finger on it now The child is grown The dream is gone I... Have become comfortably numb (Solo)

[@maximuslongrod6361]

rana el husiney thanks google. We know the lyrics

[@jaymattes8781]

This proves that the guitar solo in comfortably numb is incredible anywhere

[@marcos22216]

Perfection, do Echoes Next

[@Uglywut1]

Would be a hell of a challenge

[@rossryden9905]

Totally agree--Echoes would be so epic.

[@rosettarailroad]

It'd be an hour long.

[@dawsonbryant2250]

There'd just be a 5 minute section in the middle where he's playing the top 4 keys haha.

[@Dontbustthecrust]

@@dawsonbryant2250 bing! Bing! Bing! Blang!

[@JamieAlban]

as a piano player, I love that I can see all his fingers all the time

[@BenFurnissMusic]

This is one of those songs that doesn't seem like it would translate well onto a piano, but you've done an amazing job!

[@claudioriflesso5272]

Emozioni eccelsi,mi commuove ascoltando le persone che con impegno,raggiungono la purezza della musica,vedo e leggo,di adulti,e giovani,e giovanissimi ,che suonano musica.e molto impegnativa,ed stressante,richiede tanto lavoro,,,eppure ci siete,la musica racchiude,tutte le lingue.

[@mahidevranavci1096]

when i am nervous or sad such covers make me forget about everything

[@andreasraloff5730]

This is phantastic. I love this song and the music of Pink Floyd. I never before heard it that way and I like it very much.

[@kshweta1000]

I almost cried. This was like soft whispers of sweet nothings on a cozy winter night, fire crackling in distance, radiating heat ... increasing the euphoria of those silent exchanges. Reflecting in those eyes, as if they were about to cry..

[@irisarv8333]

That is so beautiful!

[@loganmerryman202]

My 4-year old fell asleep to this and asked me the next day to play this again for him.. I also found this to be very relaxing

[@thomascarmichael6659]

Awesome! Really thought this channel was dead, so glad it's not!

[@DoubleBread]

I thought so too, but when you think about it, I bet it takes some time to make such amazing half-improvised covers :)

[@VoyagerIsHere]

First of all, Wow. Your fingers created an incredible sound on the piano. You have done a great thing by not transposing the vocals and rest of the song note by note and rendering the song in your own way. It's beautiful. There's an underlying tone of classical piano music through and through the whole composition. Love it. Beautiful, beautiful performance.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much ✌️

[@bek9944]

Sentire questo brano ,suonato in questo modo, è una delle poche volte che la mente ,l'anima e il corpo vanno in armonia Chapeau

[@Dracula616-u5g]

Bek bek ON KZbin WATCH AT PRIESTS REACT TO PINK FLOYD

[@anna-qv5jb]

Can I have the sheet music please??? I just love it!

[@OfficialAnarchyz]

It's already in front of you.

[@redzrain]

YES!!!! You uploaded it. So happy to see a new cover. And that solo..... AWESOME.

[@Bohtar]

Do one of Echoes by Pink Floyd. Absolutely stunning piece!

[@mdrocketry]

Plz

[@AndersBlirupWorm]

Masterfully done. And yet... This song is, perhaps, the greatest guitar centric song ever written. And as such, the absolute transcendent feeling of david gilmour's guitar solos just cannot ever be achieved by anyone else.

[@monglold]

I literally googled “comfortably numb piano” earlier today looking for someone like you playing it. What a coincidence that you uploaded your version a couple hours later!

[@anirudhmenon5280]

Having learnt to play this song on guitar, it is absolutely amazing how you've picked up on every technical nuance in the song. Breathtaking..!

[@TheOneInYellow]

BEAUTIFUL cover, gorgeous rendition of a classic, and incredible pianowork. This was truly breathtaking 🎹💓

[@eleasauser]

INCROYABLE en plus c’est la version live de l’album pulse !! En plus de la beauté de ce morceau on ressent à travers la vidéo tout l’amour mis dans la composition c’est tellement instinctif ! MERCI !!

[@perryjames9139]

Ngl, I wasn't sure where it was going at first but fucking blew me away when it kicked off!!!! Incredible. So glad I stuck around for the rest. The pre-solo is spectacular and the main solo is phenomenal!!!!! So well done. I appreciate this a lot!

[@ehudv9276]

I dont know how u do it, but i cant stop the tears from falling. Please stop, but dont.

[@ashtonbeattie8902]

This is beautiful, perhaps one of the best piano pieces that I've heard on one of my favorite songs of all time. The one thing that I dislike is that the whole thing is in a major key. The part that I really like from comfortably numb is the punch from the switch between minor, major, and minor again. It really highlights the mood swing between harsh reality and an ethereal dream state.

[@astroskrzypek3363]

Best version i have ever heard... Absoloute pure genius.

[@charltonf250]

Man, when this gets going it's so good.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks, Andrew ✌️

[@cypherix93]

Love the little frill after "a little pin prick", spot on!

[@yesididitverywell]

HE'S BACK! and couldn't have picked a better song!

[@bigboosgod]

Your covers just make my life better. Please don't stop doing them...

[@Grimault_]

I've waited for this all my life.

[@superbatfirenze]

beautiful rendition ...it would be a dream to be able singing with somebody like you plaing a piano in such a wonderful and sensitive way...BRAVISSIMO

[@gregoryescobar9011]

The intro was okay but the rest was epic

[@waltz9230]

Gregory Escobar I didn’t really care for the intro at all. I’m kind of here to listen to Comfortably Numb, as the title clearly states.

[@DeputyPlays]

@@waltz9230 The intro was Bring the Boys Back Home. It's needed as a transitional piece for Comfortably Numb.

[@waltz9230]

YoungFlyer13 How is it “needed”?

[@DeputyPlays]

Duke Nukem it’s just not the same on the album. It flows so well together. Kinda like Happiest Days of our Lives into Another Brick in the wall 2

[@waltz9230]

YoungFlyer13 It was completely off imo. Sounded like a totally different song that didn’t fit with Comfortably Numb, so I don’t see how it “flows”

[@maurizioperuggi3740]

Già il pezzo è sublime di se, forse in numero di tutti i tempi, e questa dolcissima interpretazione lo rende unico........ come si fa ad ascoltare ciò è non riflettere su quante energie sprechiamo in sciocchezze e banalità. Chiudiamo gli occhi ed ascoltiamo il capolavoro di god david

[@simply-living8523]

I'm suddenly so emotional. I really want to learn how to play the piano and this video was the first to pop up. I love the wall most if their music from that album make me sad but your playing tied in made me even more sad great job!

[@huntaawiaa4568]

I just watched the Pink Floyd movie "The Wall" yesterday. I've always liked Pink Floyd and that movie made me like them that much more. It was all like a strange fever dream almost

[@МихаилЕмельянов-г9о]

i'm still crying, it's a beautiful

[@hitnrun7]

The solo was completely mesmerizing

[@killedbycoconuts]

Who could hit a thumbs down? This was magical.

[@sclarin2]

sadly I did. I adore Pink Floyd and have for 30+ years but I just didnt jive with the piano and the whatever that was in the beginning of the song. I didnt even recognize the song until 2 minutes in. If its for you then awesome and please enjoy it just not for me

[@imagineallthepeople3137]

I agree Dr. K, this was a beautiful piece, and almost all musicians take it as a compliment when you cover their songs, no matter what instrument, but some of the negative comments on here are a pretty good indicator of the type of people we have to deal with on youtube these days.... truly sad

[@wf6951]

@@imagineallthepeople3137 People these days have gone backwards to being savages to each other. Truly sad.

[@YapTuntley]

Wildly gorgeous as always. Thanks for blessing us with another one; we missed you!

[@PajamaPantsTheater]

Wow... Am a HUGE Pink Floyd fan and have seen people do covers who have messed it up, mainly because of Gilmour's solo but you nailed it quite impressively. I hit the subscribe button half way through.... Stunning, absolutely stunning...

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks, Jamie ✌️

[@DanielHinesVM]

Those simple voice-led chords at the start and end are a really nice addition. Gives it even more space than the original had. Very nice, really like it!

[@NoSchwarz]

It took me a moment to recognize the song, but, after... Wooow That's really really really beautiful Great job ! Thank you !

[@christopherlowe4748]

I've been studying how you play for a couple of months now and just wanted to thank you both for the beautiful music but also the instructive value.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad it's helping, Christopher!

[@burntlemon8773]

i wish i could improvise like you. Your cover sounds amazing!

[@dwwatson281]

Simply beautiful "I turned to look, but it was gone. I can not put my finger on it now the child is grown the dream is gone"

[@angelviernes]

The best part is when you replay it. Soo deep.

[@danobrien3292]

how is it possible to play for 12 min. without a mistake in an incredibly intricate composition. Well Done!

[@jetara3082]

OK, I now gonna listen a minimum of 5 hours to some crappy 2019 Pop to get me back to average level again. This is way beyond....Amazing Job! Thanks!

[@Nix7c0]

Absolutely astounding and beautiful! Capturing so much of the texture of this extremely complex song with just a piano played live should be impossible. Capturing a David Gilmore solo on the piano should be impossible. But this did it.

[@TellEveryoneRecords]

I mean, there really isn’t anything to add. This is phenomenal work. The solo was riveting. Well done, brother.

[@joshfincham3678]

Im a musician and have always been so moved by the piano. At 45 i got my first piano and have been having the most fun iv ever had learning an instrument. Like when i was kid with my guitar but much more exciting somehow

[@realdeusex]

I love this

[@MSMRequiem]

I didn't ever think a solo could be played this clean on a piano! Wonderful!

[@annasinkevich891]

So glad to hear you again.

[@gmcamus]

My god man, you are from outer world, Pink Floyd would be extremely proud of you doing this, specially Rick Wright... best blessings for you making this art.

[@davidmckelvey2601]

He protec He attac But most importantly He came back

[@teggerzz]

brutallyhonest123 you lead the way ;)

[@omnaraiya]

Beautiful interpretation and performance. Hope to see more Pink Floyd on your channel.

[@jake748]

oh my god the chorus sounds even better through this medium.

[@JDL-y6l]

정말 멋져요👍

[@maruso2221]

Amazing, so excited for the Radiohead book!!!!

[@snowgorilla9789]

I now have a whole new level of respect for the piano that was just awsome BRAVO ! !

[@biasedpopcorn1754]

Music is magic

[@rossryden9905]

I get so excited when I see you have a new cover. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us!

[@Hcmpus]

Its a tuff day for me today. But laying in my sofa this evening and listen to this song is... i cant even explain what this music do to me. I dont have a good backround to remember any good times and i dont know anything about the future. Not thinking about the life just thinking about.. everything

[@TrainDriver186]

Simply sublime. Thanks for sharing that with the world.

[@EvChow]

Ugh you are so freaking good

[@Chukartramp]

So your mother's mother

[@jamieangel3766]

This is my fave Pink Floyd song and this does it justice, also that is a beautiful piano

[@dronesvideos]

I love the shooting angle

[@andrewjosephdunlap6600]

This is one of my favorite Pink Floyd tracks. Great use of finesse throughout the cover; I was particularly impressed with how well you represented the guitar solos. Well done!

[@PurpleZebras150]

Amazing cover, as usual! PLEASE, do a cover of Dogs from their album Animals!

[@adlibby6448]

Oh man, I missed your work. This is beautiful and I bet that Pink Floyd would love to hear it, too.