I’d Rather Go Blind (Buddy Guy Tribute) - Beth Hart and Jeff Beck - 2012 Kennedy Center Honors

[@emesepusztai8571]

My lovely daughter would be 21 now, died two years ago…she loved this song so much she had tattooed “I’d rather go blind” on her arm…I miss her so much all day every day❤

[@pleasebe123]

😢

[@lloydrobeau5126]

😢

[@yucelbaykara]

İ wish she will in heaven look at you

[@icallmysugarcandy]

I’m so sorry my friend 🙏🏼❤️

[@georgemaikel]

Todo el amor del mundo te mando desde España. Memoria Amor y Recuerdo♥️

[@Ralphowitz]

The very best thing about the internet are the comments on KZbin songs. Heartwarming. All the best for everybody in 2025!

[@sibyllefischer-steffan3989]

Thank you so much. I wish you all the best for 2025 too.

[@MrDanielleann]

Beth Hart is the most underrated vocalist of all time. her voice is perfection.

[@littlebird2532]

Beth.....the best!

[@muhammadkedua3214]

Muhammad kedua sajah

[@roberthouston6562]

Absolute truth. Raw emotion

[@MAGAMANPATRIOT]

Boy oh boy can she cut it loose, Beth definitely has the chops to sing any genre..Beck I wish he'd lose every whammy bar he's got..I don't know why he uses it more these days but he's to clean and smooth a player to use em so much. Buddy Guy is like a badass old west gun slinger. He'll come to town kill everyone with his fantastic guitar playing and ride off smiling in other words HE'S THE MAN..

[@bogdanipate3779]

⁰ĺp

[@wingman6067]

I've watched this video dozens--maybe hundreds--of times and it still brings tears to my 80 year old eyes.

[@erichandbury6321]

Love the whole vibe about it. Love the look of the Zeppelin guys really into the music.

[@tinogabriel5096]

70 me

[@treseoreilly1953]

69 with tears in me eyes

[@stickysat]

59 and it does the same... ;)

[@rwbcustompicks]

First song to make me cry when I saw Etta James Doing this 😮😢

[@timomalley1470]

NO OTHER SINGER EVER GAVE ME THOSE KIND OF CHILLS I'M 74 NOW AND IT'S STILL GOING ON BABY 😢😂THANKYOU , THANKYOU THANKYOU JANIS 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@DJAmir76]

❤ same here bro chilled & bumped with goose

[@alenabazovski]

She's a gem of a voice in today's crap music and performers that have 2 to 3 hits, ride on them 2 to 3 years and no one remembers the name of the performer, mabye the song for sure, but still we are lucky to have top musicians and singers.

[@nylsonsantos3700]

Sensacional!

[@leathification]

She has remained a phenomenal talent and is grossly under recognized. Her voice is as strong and pure as it was nearly 30 years ago.

[@shellylavigne5913]

Stay strong… she’s got this. Straight on🎉

[@lynnlangen594]

Praying

[@tonykeith76]

The right performer, the right musicians, the right people, the right president, the right decade... A wonderful moment before the desert of today

[@HektorBandimar]

Amen to that. ♥👍

[@sibyllefischer-steffan3989]

I can not understand, that America has to make a choice between two really old people. One is someone with no respect for females and let every american who pays tax pay for that he uses whores. The other one was really good in his job, but is very old. Is this country runnning out of younger people interessted in politics?

[@Joshcoh12]

apart from all the not right wars of the right president

[@waynemyers4455]

Jeff Beck and anyone will be great but Beth Hart and Jeff Beck together are a force .

[@seanellio]

This was the same night Heart did "Stairway to Heaven". How great would it have been to be in that audience.

[@e-spy]

Thing is? Our generation was so blessed by the best Heaven could offer, and Beth Hart is part of that.

[@larryrogalski4067]

Absolutely one the BEST SINGERS on the planet!!! Jeff Beck’s sweet, soulful playing just makes this legendary Blues tune amazing!!! So sweet it’ll give you a cavity!!!!

[@paddy.7784]

Yep.

[@anitathompson9360]

I love it! Since I stumbled across her, haven't heard j that good in a while, she's a force, and Jeff the perfection of his skill and talent, could see the mutual respect for each other, bt Jeff's guitar was singing the lyrics, I have total respect for jimi and Jeff, but when beth walked on stage she had total control of ppl watching including all those stuffed shirts,lol a historic honors night 9 yrs later and ppl are. Still posting and replying including the younger generation I gives us old school hippie/boomers a lot of joy to see the kids in awe and their desire 4 our music, real,skill, talent In all genre of music we were blessed!🤗

[@bobf.5538]

Liz Hale ....Pat Benatar. Beth Hart...all in a league of their own

[@67065682]

@@anitathompson9360 Jeff Beck is out from this song!!!....Perfection?????....just jumbled notes mostly...:(...this beautiful song need pure emotional notes,not this mostly confusing playin'....

[@KOA7700]

Beth looked so beautiful in this performance...

[@Michael777Simmons]

Beth is one of the best voices in Blues. RIP to Jeff

[@garyssimo]

I broke a Beths heart and backed out of marriage. Could not take the lies no mo ......sorry but I need truth.

[@Chris-kr2rn]

Jeff could comfortably be on the spotlight , but he could equally make space for others . Always with his unique playing, always to serve music. RIP to the greatest guitar player ever lived in this planet on my opinion

[@ernesttenesmus6757]

Jeff Beck was extraordinary.

[@elisebarthalow6075]

Beth never looked or sounded better and Jeff Beck was one of the best. RIP Jeff. What a wonderful tribute to Buddy Guy!

[@lisamartin4351]

Have played this tribute numerous times and its very evident that Buddy was really choked up,. You knocked it out out of the park, Beth!! One of your best performances ever!!

[@garymorgan3314]

True, it was touching to see Buddy so visibly moved by the superb rendition with Beth at her considerable best.

[@jakuho4984]

Is it possible to add more than only one thumbs-up? Beth is amazing!

[@hilarydalton1574]

Rest in the power of your brilliance, Jeff Beck!

[@stephankraft347]

So true!

[@jamesoncass4867]

Choked up because he and Etta could do so much better.

[@aProudOG]

One of the best covers ever! Imagining her and Etta in her prime on stage together performing that classic as a duet. Certain I’d find myself in a puddle of tears feeling mutual respect and admiration for those two beautiful and iconic artists.

[@legendtwo]

Beth Hart is simply a living legend. What a vocalist. She can make you feel any song she sings. Truly one of the greats.

[@robsoncastro5964]

kara!!! ela canta dimais... maravilhosa!!!

[@MzDeeJ]

Yess I really enjoyed. Her tribute to the Great Buddy Guy. That’s real soulful music. Her vocals are strong and gut wrenching.

[@tammywatson4747]

so true! you got to make them feel every emotion every word deeply and she sure does that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gary1625]

You ain’t lyin’!

[@rc2464]

#RIP Jeff Beck - The Michelangelo of rock guitarists. His work will live forever.

[@lyssa8346]

Made my eyes water. She sang that with a lot of soul

[@2day4evernow]

Seconds into the song I knew that she was on course to challenge Etta James... Buddy knew too.

[@michaelhayes7471]

It get me everytime but I still come back

[@HocusPocus6969]

Power

[@patriciadavis1393]

I am so thankful that Beth did not become part of the 27 club and is alive and doing so well❤❤❤ I have seen a lot of clips from different award centers and no one has ever gotten a standing ovation before that I have seen❤❤❤

[@lovesdaisies]

One of the best performances at the Kennedy Center Honors...EVER.

[@diannadittmann3954]

ever ever ever

[@kathyharrington546]

Beautiful ❣️

[@PhilipBurton-dn3ce]

Have you seen Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks and Warren Haynes do it at the Kennedy center? Far superior to this one.... imo

[@marijnvanlingen8678]

@@PhilipBurton-dn3ce it wasn't a competition you know.. Your comment is society these days. It makes me sad

[@PhilipBurton-dn3ce]

@@marijnvanlingen8678 I really don't understand your comment, Sharing music is not a competition and I never claimed it was There was nothing derogatory in my comment I didn't say anyone was an idiot for liking Beth and Jeff I'm always open to others opinions on music and if someone can put me onto a different cover of a really cool song then I will listen to and appreciate it for what it is even if I prefer a different persons version If my comment made you sad then you misinterpreted my meaning Or maybe you just suffer from depression Or maybe you're just a little over sensitive Sorry for traumatic experience I caused in your life Live well, be happy and try to be a stronger person in life my friend

[@jaketarry3534]

You know you're good when Led Zeppelin and Buddy Guy give you a standing ovation. God bless Beth Hart & Jeff Beck.

[@vaughnmiller4371]

I'm so glad Buddy got this honor. Beth Hart nailed this song for Buddy with Jeff Beck top 5 guitarists of all time...

[@bdff4007]

Did not nail it at all. Alot of razzle and dazzle and styling, faux soul on this performance, like the Obamas. He deserved better tribute on this song, perhaps from someone with deeper felt experience. She has an impressive gift, but seemed to be trying too hard to impress us with her gift. It's not about her gift. The musicians provided a pure contrast with her artifice. Sounds harsh, but that's my response to " she nailed it." Maybe just an off night, seeing she's much better in her own niche where she is all heart and soul and authenticity. That's probably why they chose her... The mention of Etta James suggests other directions they could have gone in searching for the right person for the performance, and of course Etta James is long gone. Alot of these Kennedy Center presentations turn out disappointing, like a blue ribbon committee of self important celebrities get together and come up with a well known celebrity singer song writer to cater to other celebrities in the crowd and to draw an audience for PBS type stuffed shirts.

[@larrypower8659]

Be Ff I totally agree with you. I know she has her fans but I am not one of them. And yes - Where is Etta James’ name? On the other hand, Jeff is as good a guitar player as Jimi Hendrix was. He’s the only electric guitar player in Jimi’s league. They had different approaches but each is a master of sound, creativity, and virtuosity on their instrument. There is no one who gets what they do from a Fender Stratocaster. No one else.

[@kevinworley1254]

John lemay Lemay She was recognized at the Kennedy Awards Show before. This show wasn’t for Etta. A lot of people have sung this song

[@shyba2011]

@John lemay Lemay I think everyone there knows that. There was no reason to. That's what I think anyway.

[@shyba2011]

@@kevinworley1254 agreed, in my opinion she does the best job with this song! R.I.P. ETTA.

[@debopamroy56]

Two MONSTERS on the stage! I cannot imagine anyone but Beth Hart matching Jeff Beck like that. Bloody hell, goosebumps all over

[@brasstacks7181]

Freakin AMAZING!!!! Beth gave me goosebumps at the 2:00 minute mark when she belted. She was just getting warmed up in this performance because I know what this lady is capable of. No one can sing this like she does! Jeff Beck was made for this as well. He added some sugar to it. Man they sure know how to take your feet off this earth!!!!

[@67065682]

i don't agree....the guitarist is not for this song!!!!....jumbled notes....not even with his clothes!!....:(

[@brasstacks7181]

@@67065682 Entitled to your opinion, as am I!

[@daflotsam]

Agreed. Beth delivered the depths of this song, and Jeff provided the podium and descant for that pain.

[@rohanroll]

There was a girl, Etta James, you know, who could. And, in mine and many other humble opinions, will forever be unbeatable singing this tune. Thus said, Beth is the only other singer capable of giving me goosebumps while singing IRGB. So, I guess it's a tie... 👍☺️ And the duet Hart/Beck is second in my heart to that one of James and Dr. John, obviously. But this couple here, they're as closer as anybody ever will...

[@brasstacks7181]

@@rohanroll Of course Etta OWNS this song but I am speaking about Miss Beth at the moment. Love them both!!! No competition just REAL talent doing this song JUSTICE.

[@erichnussbaum]

Beth Hart looks killer here! Elegant, healthy, just beautiful!

[@MissRobbiOKC]

The emotion I feel from her voice is tremendous. Tears are running down my face.

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello how are you doing?

[@natet5959]

Her vocal performance is sublime. I tear up every time I hear it. You can see the admiration in Buddy Guy's eyes.

[@Bigteve79]

I'm not sure there is a better female singer of the Blues alive today than Beth Hart. Putting her voice with one of the best bands ever assembled for blues was a wonderful way to honor the greatest living Bluesman today in Buddy Guy. The deeply emotional nature of that song really comes through, and Buddy's reaction to it tells you all you need to know about what he thinks of it. Awesome.

[@blueboy387]

Yes , i saw in his eyes he was transported somewhere. What a powerful energy.

[@AntonioFrazao-ub2pe]

Tem um bocado de Janis Joplin

[@brucekrause2801]

Me too. I cry everytime. Wow

[@lilygonzalez9951]

What a gorgeous voice. The look in buddys eyes is priceless. ❤🙏

[@dawngay2709]

Good God, man...first time hearing Beth Hart .. ..WOW !! And much respect for Jeff Beck, haven't seen him in years.

[@johnbjr1]

Just brilliant job of singing by Beth Hart, totally amazing & beautiful .

[@MichaelandCathy1999]

R.I.P. Jeff Beck We won’t be able to get this stirred again, The Master has departed. 😢🇨🇦

[@halimchandra6873]

RIp Jeff, we will remember this performance forever 🥲

[@ShannonGreene-st1hs]

Beth Hart looks so healthy & beautiful. What a gift her voice is. She can sure belt out any song she choses

[@joseaglaisdeoliveirafilhoa793]

She with her talent, her charm and that vocal extension that impresses, Beth Hart, offers us in a very high performance, in this beautiful interpretation, that enchants and cradles our hearts, in her most perfect harmony!

[@marilynr.1036]

On the look on Buddy Guy's face shows he's emotional and mesmerized by Beth's performance. What a tribute to him!!! This is the very best version of that song I have ever heard; and I've heard several. This is my 1st time watching/hearing her sing. She's so soulful and such a great voice! Had to play this video several times.

[@markgowans]

This was indeed great but I think Beth's best version of this wonderful song is with Joe Bonamassa even though I prefer Jeff Beck as a guitar player.

[@dutchbosoxfan8919]

@@markgowans - I prefer this version. It’s a bit faster.

[@nilesoppenheimer2030]

The night this first played I was home alone and had no idea what I was about to experience. Simply stated I teared up couldn't catch my breath and fell in love with Beth Hart. She is truly blessed.

[@HocusPocus6969]

Exactly how I felt

[@vijitc1209]

100 percent agreed. Same here. I had never even heard of her. I was absolutely blown away.

[@stuartevins613]

Buddy Guy's face says it all. Jeff Beck is the greatest player to ever pick up a six string!

[@MyMomo17]

Who the heck is Beth Hart and where has she been all my life? She was fantastic.

[@1800_not-me]

Boy you haven't been around for long enough to know

[@johnkelly4943]

Check out her live in Amsterdam DVD with Joe Bonamassa recorded a few years ago 👍

[@susanbradshaw339]

Public performances on tv star search age 15 4stars everytime no one could beat her

[@corneliusantonius3108]

A Californian girl that was adopted by The netherlands and New-Zealand after she had a rough time,

[@StewG1967]

Check out her singing Nutbush City Limits with Joe Bonamassa on guitar

[@utahted7330]

This young lady vocals came from heaven

[@KOA7700]

..she's a national treasure - that's for sure. What a woman!

[@dobbsmill3676]

Knowledgeable faces in the crowd nodding, they know. Goosebump city

[@1952FMS]

Emotion, tears, love & appreciation. All i have.

[@waltonneal3460]

Great version! I've seen this clip a hundred times, but never at the video resolution or audio quality. What ever you've done to improve this clip is very much appreciated.

[@janisthibodeau3861]

It seems to me that the Kennedy Center Honors bring out the best tributes to the honorees. God bless JFK and Caroline. 💫⭐💫

[@xaronx540]

Song written by Ellington Jordan with co-writing credits to Billy Foster and Etta James. It was first recorded by Etta James in 1967, released the same year.

[@Jennx7080]

Been a Beth Hart fan since 1998 when she came to Austin. Screaming for my supper was the album then. There is no one who can touch her…..absolutely incredible artist. She’s been sober for awhile now & deserves the world & more. She gotten me through some tough times

[@mountainrun]

Beth is one of those rare singers who can over sing and pull it off. Her performance of this song with Joe Bonamassa on guitar in Amsterdam is one of the best.

[@carrisagrace1]

But wtf is over-singing ? 🤣

[@johnnyfryman7919]

I thank sooooooo!

[@jasonhisington5928]

THAT'S WHAT YOU CALL BRINGING THE HOUSE DOWN!!!!!

[@elainemeyer5062]

Whether Beth performs solo, with Jeff Beck or Joe Bonamassa, she’s a powerhouse! The way she puts her entire heart ❤️ and soul into her performances puts her right up there with a lot of the other relatively ‘unknown’ great ones, and far above the many others who are considered to be ‘good’ today by the masses! The one video that gets to me the most is the duet she does with Joe B. of I’ll Take Care of You’ at the Beacon - it just oozes sensuality with her voice and Joe’s guitar 🎸 playing!

[@royrodriguez2992]

RIP MASTER Jeff Beck.

[@johnholmes6]

Goosebumps Beth's Voice and Jeff's Guitar, I'd rather be blind all day than never to hear sounds like theirs again ,

[@nunyabusiness3920]

When Jeff died every guitar player in the world moved up a notch.

[@Long2556]

Beth brought tears to Buddy didn't she...

[@iggyfritz7150]

2 amazing voices and one of the most Soulful songs ever. This is the Mount Everest it doesn't get any better. To see Jimmy Page smiling from ear-to-ear says it all.

[@Kbb1957]

Congrats to Buddy Guy - major talent and contributor to American music. But, I gotta be real - I stubbled on this while searching for Jeff Beck performances. And I have to be honest - Jeff Beck is THE most talented and versatile guitarist I've ever heard in all my 60 decades of life! Since his untimely death, I've done a lot of research on him and it's clear that the scope of his ability and reach is bar none. He had such an extraordinary talent and career and carried it and himself in such an ordinary and casual way. RIP, Mr. Beck.

[@Suri-o7w]

Wow her vocals are simply astonishing never ever heard of this woman EVER!! She's a great singer almost sounds a little like Janis Joplin!!!

[@KOA7700]

She really does sound like the great Joplin - so much emotion.

[@monsieurnigaud]

not only she has a great voice she a great singer to@@KOA7700

[@barrykarpowich731]

SHE,AND BECK OUTSTANDING 😊

[@daveid7247]

This incredible lady was born to sing the blues. I don't believe I've ever heard a version of this song that I've loved more than this one.

[@bocbay7480]

My all time favorite performance in the Kennedy Center show.

[@sayusayme7729]

Fantastic!!! Love her

[@japlangston3472]

Thank you again to PBO and Michele for honoring American musicians and showcasing these performances for all eternity.

[@pattydavis8403]

You go girl damn this woman is amazing when she sings Jeff Beck right on with this play it brother

[@StarBaby207]

Beth Hart and Jeff Beck simply amazing

[@warrenwendyswarb3]

Beth's performance in this song has to be one of the greatest performances ever. She can tear this song up. Buddy and everyone else gives their greatest approval in their faces.

[@rolandranoux7901]

I saw her at Bordeaux France , it's a fantastic singer . I love this woman .

[@melissawilliamson8781]

Beth you’re amazing!! Straight from the depths of the soul!

[@rejeanbeauchamp6126]

Je viens de découvrir cette très jolie chanteuse à la voix absolument envoûtante. Je suis aussi ému que Buddy Guy. La guitare de Beck est discrète et aussi chargée d'émotion. Un superbe chimie compatible entre Beth et Jeff. Merci pour avoir publié ce cadeau sans prix !

[@dianacrow7509]

This...first time I witnessed Beth Hart...I cried. It was so very touching, Buddy's beautiful smile. And Led Zeppelin, wonderful ~ absolutely. Thank you for the many hours of joy...Great Spirit guard & guide...

[@ohiohvac]

* Beth is my FAVORITE VOCALIST... *She gives me chills... ♥️🙏♥️

[@chuzzy7]

Beautifully sung-and great arrangement, too! Well done!

[@stan7764ify]

I love ❤️ her. Her voice touches my soul.

[@barrykarpowich731]

JUST BEAUTIFUL, THANK YOU 😊

[@fionaeagleton4001]

I've been fortunate to see Beth perform several times in the UK. Always an awesome experience. I love her voice and the emotion she puts into every word! 💕

[@susannewiesinger5465]

What I like most, is the face of Buddy's wife while Beth Hart was singing. She felt the song more than he did.

[@yguane54]

Merci pour ce grand moment de blues . Antonio from France

[@sm-bh2cs]

Watching Mr Guy watching Beth and Jeff channel his song was very moving. Wonderful, visceral performance.

[@billparrish4385]

Beth Hart is the real deal. Plus I love her story, how much better she's doing now, over where she's been in her life. All that pain and grit and journey infuses and colors her incomparable delivery! She's totally believable when she sings this or any other song. What a great lady!

[@MrMgblue22]

When one is filled with the Holy Spirit, it is on show for all to see , hallelujah 🙏🙏🙏

[@trinajusticebaker5840]

Beth is the best female singer I’ve ever heard. Her heart comes out every time she opens her mouth! Thank you 🙏🏽

[@patriciadavis1393]

The look of pleasure on buddy guy's face must have felt really good to beth hart❤❤❤❤

[@cjjackson6514]

BECK will always be a legendary guitarist in my book. Beth Heart deserves so much more recognition . She's got the growl like Eartha Kit, and the fierce passion of Joan Biaz, but she has her own deep blue 💙 tiger by the tail twist to grab you & draw you right down that dusty delta blues road with her. 😎 ✌️ & 🙌 to all whose 👣 🐾 brought you this way.🪶 💕 ❤️ 💕 🫒 🕊

[@lauracatlin3756]

I just love her! I saw her in San diego in 2018. I was in tears of joy to see how transparent and connected to her fans she is. She deserves so much more recognition than she gets for her talent as a musician! Beth if you see this I'm your # 1 fan for life!!!

[@thermalchill]

This is the BEST version of that song . I am grateful for Beth and Jeff .

[@gloriastapp940]

Then there was Ella James too.

[@dawnswain9267]

The BEST and UNBEARABLE version of this song is BETH AND JOE LIVE IN AMSTERDAM

[@АлександраПаз]

Ваууууууууууу! Какое исполнение!!!! Обалдеть!!! Спасибо огромное! Бэт! Ты классная!!!!👏👏👏👏👏🇮🇱💖

[@bebe9142]

Man this was the year for the Kennedy Center... Beth, Heart, Jeff Beck! I wish i could have been there that night! What a party!

[@kellykersten8828]

This is totally awesome! You can see the deep admiration in Buddy's eyes.

[@bigk4755]

Beth’s voice is so powerful, and so under appreciated. Jeff Beck, it just doesn’t get any better than that. Together, WOW! Miss you Jeff. RIP Sir

[@VladimirLukovRussianHistory]

Tears were dropping down from my poor soul! And it became far more clearer!

[@zxs7170]

WOW…The look on Buddy’s face said it all. You are all kinds of right Beth! 🙏🏼💜

[@Gary-ct7tv]

What a brilliant collaboration, and some voice. Going blind would be worth it if you could listen to that voice all day...

[@miljanst]

Jeff showed who is KING to the gentlemen in the audience!

[@MW-rq5uc]

She is just phenomenal.

[@fatal567]

What an amazing guitar solo & overall playing by Jeff Beck perfect example of expressing emotions through the guitar and less is more.

[@sergiosaini8857]

Beth is over the top! No words to explain the feeling of this music! Many kisses to all!

[@MzDeeJ]

Yes she did!!! baby that sista sang that song 🎵 I’ve watched it several times and love it 🥰 good job 👍🏽

[@anitathompson9360]

Everytime I see this, wow! Anyone who was there couldn't have left feeling that they just witnessed history, have to see the whole night!! She's a force to be reckoned with, and heart too with stairway to heaven

[@spaceo8568]

Omg. That was nuts.

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello 👋 how are you doing?

[@mariahsmith408]

I just got turned on to bethvhart. I've listened to this particular video around 2 to 3 hundred times. Can't get enough!!!

[@jesusquintanar4871]

Rest easy Jeff beck today we lost a amazing guitarist!

[@TexasBurningFlower]

What a moment in time for her. She brought a crowd of people mostly influenced by glamour, status… etc… and made it real. The power of music is incredible, especially when it is on this level.

[@JL-fx2cd]

This is fantastic... buddy knows "amazing" when he hears it...