Sting - "The Rising" (Bruce Springsteen Tribute) | 2009 Kennedy Center Honors

[@Cendrillion66]

They love each other---

[@alancrockerfly]

This is the great magic when a superstar performes a song of another superstar!

[@Wileylikethehawk]

When you want your tribute done right, you call Sting. Such a powerful rendition, and a beautiful performance for the Boss.

[@elizabethwightman4700]

Call Sting❤

[@elizabethwightman4700]

Thoughtful Seating for Dignitaries also makes the Flow Go Right ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheTePeHa]

If you are worthy Sting will come.

[@2manojpant]

Sting never got repayed when he was honoured 😅

[@SpudSlingsby]

@@2manojpant He did - by the Boss himself. look it up

[@donnaj.clarke2482]

He is Fabulous! Sting !

[@gnosis6656]

This video encapsulates all that is good about America. It’s the embodiment of a patriotic spirit.

[@colerobinson2628]

I actually prefer this sung by sting than bruce but i think stings voice is a teue blessing for the world...the meaning of legendary! Thanks!

[@socoalvarez6689]

La voz de Bruce es insuperable, ya quisiera Sting....

[@antonioderosadp]

Sting is 10 time Springsteen at least.

[@socorroalvarezalvarez7538]

​@@antonioderosadpjajaja ya...ni en tus mejores sueños....ni punto de comparación

[@dianacardenas4740]

I AGREE!

[@genghis_connie]

WOW!❤

[@wasteofspace20]

Thank you Bruce, for always standing with the working man even when it wasn’t fashionable. We love you!

[@melferguson4782]

Anyone else watch this video over 100 time!!!??? Sting did an outstanding job so much respect the both have for each other shows you can feel the love in that room Can’t stop looking and at a true president the grace respect and love the Obamas have for the world is one of a kind He will always be 1 one of the greatest presidents ever I believe he did what was best for the majority for all people not just a select few The grace and calm of the obamas is true leader ship Thank you Sting for an amazing tribute to the Boss Bruce and Sting will always be my idols

[@RandyEveland1]

Agree wholeheartedly. The only President and First Lady in my 77 years I would have voted for a third time.

[@dawn7321]

Their mutual respect is very deeply apparent. Well done 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@DeanAllman]

That choir - and they are all smiling as they sing. I start crying every time I see them. So good - so powerful - so pure.

[@lefty59lespaul]

Sting hits it out of the park with this one. So do the band, and the brilliant gospel choir. The atmosphere is magical.

[@lefty59lespaul]

Didn't say "almost"... Magical it was... X

[@beachlovernewjersey3137]

Could not have said it better. I could listen to this song over and over. Amazing job

[@angelatucker5271]

I'm loving Mel Brooks.

[@Forrealnow09]

This was certainly special

[@evelynbaron8357]

@jane rae got me through Covid 19!!!

[@KMortorano]

Bruce Springsteen was a large part of my youth, growing up in NJ. This cover is wonderful. I cried for my youth, my memories, I’m so glad I watched this. Great job Sting.

[@carlrosendorf5210]

Your words touch my heart Uncontrollable 😢

[@samprimera5545]

Springsteen has a monologue in his live box that's like that.Not getting along with dad,fights over haircuts and a draft notice.Im usually in tears.

[@elainemeyer5062]

Me too - a now 70ish y.o. ‘Jersey Girl’ my whole life so far!

[@JimP-k8x]

Just an absolute flawless performance by Sting. My absolute favorite by the Boss.

[@SeanReedy-w3z]

Who else came here on 9/11 as a first responder and can't keep coming back? Such humility, talent, and grace from all involved! 2009 was a good year!

[@michaelfrost1709]

I am of both of them. I have been to nine Springsteen concerts. Sting kills this!

[@user-bh8jf1vm8n]

Bruce Springsteen has such a humble facial expression..

[@tblightningbolt8902]

Lol. Ego filled drunk that became another liberal, political pawn. Unreal talent but caught up in the Hollywood millionaire class that lectures middle America on how to live, act and vote. F off “boss”. Go buy your daughter any pony to store at your gated estate. Builds a wall at his house then preaches for no border for our country

[@bentandre5524]

@@tblightningbolt8902 you are a sad guy

[@ashitano_joe]

Resting humble face!😂

[@MrVecky26]

That moment when the President of United States gives you a standing ovation. Well done Sting, my deepest bow Mr. Springsteen. There's no one like Bruce❤️

[@batirtzeurkiaga1716]

No one.💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋

[@thenicopro8646]

no one

[@CarlosRodriguez-dd4sb]

Right on!

[@ulrichwill496]

No one!!! Love from Switzerland! ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇭

[@seanachiescourt6659]

its probably the greatest honor you can get as an artist, to have your work sing back by a legend, who performs his ass of and knows he and the audience owe a standing ovation to the boss

[@Hrdfrmhvns333]

To be honest i read this a couple times but I’m not sure what you’re trying to communicate here. I’m a pretty smart guy so it baffles me that 168 people apparently understood this somewhat nonsensical comment, yet here I am scratching my head?!

[@seanachiescourt6659]

@@Hrdfrmhvns333 xD I guess I might have written it poorly. What I'm saying is, Sting does an amazing performance but Bruce receives standing ovation for it. That was the bottom line I guess. And also how good it must feel for Bruce for someone to sing his own song back to him in such manner as Sting can.

[@Hrdfrmhvns333]

@@seanachiescourt6659 oh i gotcha! Makes sense! I agree! Must be a powerful moment for both Bruce and Sting, as well as all in the room

[@teaberrywmn]

So nice to see the President and first lady enjoying American music.

[@kofi7777]

Obama hates America ,,, I can't get with him.

[@jordanabeaulieu2530]

What an idiotic comment!

[@Kahayuman]

Knowing that this song was written for 9/11 tribute and being sung in gospel way by no less than Sting is such a milestone. Feels like i have been saved

[@nostromo7928]

I'm struck by the way Sting sings this song, often with his eyes downward in a way that feels humble and reflective as befitting the nature of the song. He is in service to the song rather than the song being in service to him. It suits him very well. A beautiful tribute to Bruce and to the firefighters.

[@gmweber1177]

Perfect assessment. Thanks for sharing.

[@julianramsay]

Indeed, but also where the autocue is..

[@blabla48076]

@@julianramsay Lol exactly. I think he was reading the lyrics.

[@paulflipse3353]

Man, Sting absolutely ripped the roof off that place.

[@smallsmalls3889]

Nice to see Barrak and Michael.

[@Tassie85]

A beautiful masterpiece about the very worst day. Only Bruce could create an album arc that drives deep the pain, the horror, that unequalled test of us all to watch and witness. And, in doing that, he found the rebirth that often accompanies such loss. Sting did great, here.

[@lorieanna599]

When you need something to be perfect for a treasure, you tap another treasure, Sting. Perfect tribute for The Boss ❤

[@evelynbaron2004]

All through the recent past I come back to this event to remember when people were civilized and united in good will and comity. Makes me cry.

[@haccou]

So true

[@nicholasbarrell4885]

@@haccou if you havent listened then try Obahma and Springsteens podcast , Renegades .. incredible and uplifting

[@evelynbaron8357]

@@nicholasbarrell4885 sending out to my friends as we communicate today!!!!!

[@heynowls3058]

Well said.

[@southloopsoxfan]

I hope your'e putting a great deal of blame on the POTUS in this videos voters and media partners. They took us down the road we are on today

[@patriciausa3588]

I never get tired of watching this....🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@majas4922]

When the Boss and President are on their feet you know you did well

[@lauravigiletti1067]

I think what people feel and hear from Sting is his aura. Can’t hide it, but you sure can feel it! Classiest guy too!

[@capecodliz9426]

It's 85 degrees. Humidity out of control. No air conditioning. I am listening to Sting sing this powerful song and I have goosebumps.

[@geofffletcher]

Sting and his backing group are the ultimate professionals!

[@cameronmichel7533]

You can tell Bruce is having one of those "truly happy" moments right here

[@johnpouw3352]

Three things get me about this performance, Stings enthusiasm for it and how he conveys the message, the humbleness of Bruce Springsteen who when being honoured accepts it like the men he portrays in his music and lastly the class of Barack and Michelle Obama, could anyone see Trump in an situation like this not making it about himself, in any situation for that matter. Just a great video to watch.

[@tlcity]

yes

[@tlcity]

only just noticed is that shane fontayne on guitar ?

[@1donofrio1]

I watch this over & over and think to myself 'that was then-----this is now------what happened to us???'

[@dvchel]

@John Pouw Well I have seen President Trump during the September 11th remembrance service last year and both he and Melania were very classy, graceful and respectful. Besides thanking First Responders for their *heroic* actions, Trump ended up praising Americans in general who rose up to the occasion, donated blood, food and clothes and went searching for the missing etc. Not to forget thanking and Blessing our troops for their actions against Terrorism since. So you *know* it is not all black-and-white.

[@rodhainnathalie610]

you're right: Michelle and Barack have the best class ever and like good music;

[@GetReeeeel]

One legend singing for another legend 🤩🤩 Bruce is hot as ever … those Italian genes did good on him …

[@EvelynBaron]

Goosebumps wish those times were here now.

[@allangow4746]

I love rock'roll, I've never seen a better performance in my life. Man the subject, the inclination , the brilliant musicians, the delivery. I'm British, God bless America.

[@aaronhonigsfeld2735]

Watch Bruce Springsteen staying alive

[@anthonybaskette1708]

Sting is such an underrated musician. Great song writing, great vocals, and will always perform his best. I wish the modern age could see that.

[@DameTremonti]

Underrated by who? He's one of the most respected and decorated artists of all time.

[@dianacardenas4740]

I DO ;) I LOVE STING!

[@ArtoriasTheme]

One of the biggest international megastars of all time is underrated, OK buddy.

[@michelambi5663]

Sting, one of the best live artists I have ever seen.

[@Auntkekebaby]

Facts

[@traceythompson1092]

Ditto

[@ulrichwill496]

Bruce is the best!! Love from Switzerland! ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇭

[@antonioderosadp]

​@@ulrichwill496more or less like one ball of Sting.

[@henriettczerovszky572]

Under 3 minutes you enchanted the whole place! Darling, CONGRATULATIONS!

[@giovannibienne4379]

i was on the verge of tears throughout, and then I saw Philip Seymour Hoffman clapping along and i LOST it!

[@thefelicite]

omg same

[@ndg43]

Yes, that made me tear up. Great performance by Sting.

[@MultiBearzZ]

same

[@rockindudefromthe80sss]

This version of the song is spectacular. Sting did a great job and adding in the choir was amazing.

[@iamthatguy8071]

Sting killed it , what an outstanding performance ❤️

[@miguelencanarias]

Tears running down my face. Every time, every single time I watch this.

[@mikeberg5003]

I'm feeling you brother. Same as that dear lady at 3:07

[@andrewparry2128]

Bruce looks like he just wants to get up there on stage and join in .BRILLIANT

[@carlrosendorf5210]

Magnificent

[@GodsVibes]

This is what American is missing and really needs right now and that is a Soul and a Leader with a True Heart.

[@carmencanovasmunuera1317]

Me fascina la manera de cantar y es guapo estoi encantada tenerlo en mi móvil. Bravo

[@Icemanfan28]

100%!

[@carlrosendorf5210]

Amen to that

[@kellywalker767]

Joe, Vote Blue

[@ruth80809]

I miss him. But at least he is still with us.

[@michellewilliams191]

Wow, that last note!! Felt that. Amazing tribute to the Boss.

[@colingeddes2172]

Great song and superbly performed by sting.

[@Catch22699]

I first started to listen to Bruce after his second album when I was 12 years old, since my older sister recently saw Bruce in concert and couldn’t stop raving about him. I played that album constantly realizing even at that young age Bruce was this musical poet and a true American Master.

[@karenshaw7807]

Watching this again years later, I see Donald Sutherland and Philip Seymour Hoffman who we have lost. It was a beautiful tribute to Bruce, though, and the song is an equally beautiful tribute to the first responders.

[@terryhatchett7531]

Sting did a wonderful job! But what I loved the most is when Bruce put his hand be hide so he could hold Patti’s hand. They’re truly soulmates!

[@nunu1435]

Wow! This is real music and they are real musicians. Singers who are able to sing a song in front of the person who has written it, doing an incredible version.

[@skypaints]

This video gives me chills every time I watch again! ❤❤

[@noelcoffey9989]

His voice is so distinctive, ✊🇵🇸🇮🇪🌹🌹☘️

[@benkaufman2311]

Springsteen's face when the curtain went up and the choir started... classic.

[@evelynbaron2004]

this video really cheers me up, absolutely when Michelle Obama nudged Springsteen to indication her husband was going to lead a standing ovation -- goosebumps.

[@Obamafan6861]

Every Bruce song has a choir. Sometimes it's just in your head. Often.

[@ericaosowiski8496]

It was the same choir that sang behind him at the Inauguration in January

[@stephaniearmiger8698]

Ever humble, ever Bruce.

[@Asphodelea96]

What an incredible tribute to the Spirit of the Blue from all those who ARE Blue, in the Holy Spirit. Electromagnetic Spectrum = Political Spectrum = the harmonics of Music, ... the RAINBOW!

[@carolinachickfrombrooklyn664]

Bruce is so humble my lord love him. Sting is a rock god

[@evelynbaron8357]

Sting knows that and god love him has worked so hard to try to be the best version of himself. Personally dont believe in rock godz of any kind but this tribute helped me,

[@rshrsh5420]

At first when you see Bruce Springsteen react as the song started you seen the look of someone that wanted to be on stage playing. As it goes on it's great to see Bruce reacting to the song in the same fashion as the MILLIONS of us fans do when we get to hear it live. He felt what we feel!

[@michaelzollner1120]

Damn, this gets me every time that I see it. What probably gets to me the most is Bruce's mom, and the emotions that she's feeling and can't hold back.

[@blabla48076]

Has anyone ever noticed the woman sitting behind Bruce and Mel Brooks at the end? She just burst into tears. That's what a great song can do.

[@stargazer7876]

What a tremendous cover. Great job Sting. Very special night to honor one of the greatest songwriters, performers on this planet earth. Thank you Mr Bruce Springsteen.

[@philipg1721]

That ain't no cover he wrote that song

[@jonasrmb01]

@@philipg1721 what? no he didn't

[@johnlow7621]

No, Bruce Springsteen did, of course!

[@spencerthompson7974]

Love you brother....thanks for the healing in troubled world thru your voice and content

[@ellencritides668]

The WHOLE audience joins. It's community it's humanity. It's the America we need.

[@ginocandia1516]

😊😊I'm very pleased to know I'm not the only on that loves the song but when last did you play it.

[@aliasdyln33]

The very first time I am seeing this broadcast. And it looks to me like Bruce Springsteen's eyes actually "melt" with appreciation for the magnificent performance of his tune that Sting brings forth. Just don't even get better.

[@kentbeery8653]

What a Great performance and to honor this kid from Asbury Park New Jersey who followed his Dreams and became the Boss !!!! Very touching.

[@harveyhalloway]

Sting also from very humble background, the Boss & Sting are two peas in the same pod to me!

[@mikerobertson2158]

Emm , I think that Sting actually is English and comes from Newcastle on Tyne.

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@mikerobertson2158 If you're replying to Kent Beery, which I think you are, he was talking about Bruce Springsteen not Sting!

[@idanorly08]

@@harveyhalloway ל לביקור יוליה

[@idanorly08]

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[@dibumac]

The performances at these events are all so powerful. The audience and artists are sometimes brought to tears, emotions run high with so many talented musicians giving their best!

[@johndalton3180]

What makes America great? THIS. This is MY America. My America.

[@SimbaRobyn]

✊🏼

[@lauravigiletti1067]

Absolutely

[@saratreat2219]

💪💪

[@DameTremonti]

Stings from England. My England :)

[@johndalton3180]

@@DameTremonti And he's more than welcome to help celebrate America and her artists.

[@Luca_Meier]

2:49 wonderful to see how much this man enjoys Stings performance. It seems like this song means a lot to him. He's even getting teary eyed.

[@Kuijpie5]

Man, 2 off the greatest artists of the last decades.Shivers......

[@anneharris606]

God, don't you miss 2009? How did we get here? May 2020?

[@marinamavrovic601]

All is good in life.. When we have music like this

[@roberthermans6357]

Springsteen deserves all honours for his work as an artist, yet, if you can have Sting, for a tribute to your music, wow! - that is truely great! Fantastic piece this! Praise for the choir also!

[@kimparke6653]

Bruce appears pleased with the performance. this is what happens when Masters come to play. Sweet Jesus let the light pour all over the earth. Keep strong, stay faithful, stay blessed and show the world how much care. Love and light, and beyond! Oh Sting you smashed it into being!

[@davidfarley1902]

Said by angelic provocation! Keep on sister!Blessings to you& familY!

[@TheStuport]

That Bass of Stings has seen some powerful moments...and this was one of them! Cheers Everyone

[@kennedy1727]

Laa laa laa laa laa every word is beautiful excellent video brother thank you for this video

[@bobknox7164]

Sit back, relax, and revel in it, boss! You earned this and then some.

[@artie]

MAGICAL!!!

[@terryhatchett7531]

Patti is truly Bruce’s rock. When he started to get emotional during Sting’s performance he reached behind and took her hand. I’m smart enough to know that no relationship is perfect but Patti and Bruce make a great couple.

[@spatzspatz]

Ich sehe es auch so und gönne den beiden ihr Glück von❤ Herzen. Grüße aus Deutschland.👍🌼😊

[@Nalaroar]

What's the timestamp for this? I missed it 😕

[@joeyflowers5071]

I get a knot in my throat every time I watch this Amazing performance. So beautifully done and perfect. Sting is Amazing and Bruce is the boss.

[@chinney1974]

I get chills everytime i play this

[@Chris-cd2cn]

Mich berührt der tolle Auftritt vor allem, weil Sting privat sehr gut mit Bruce befreundet ist.

[@newtonadcock5853]

Thank you Bruce. Your songs are Inspirational and Spiritual, and there is something in each one of your songs for each one of us on this beautiful planet. Newton Adcock Bermuda.

[@joyceroberts6979]

Bruce! What a gift you are! I’m blessed that we’re contemporaries!

[@bimonsolivar8898]

When I was child my dad would often play this song and the 10 year old version of myself couldn't understand the words (I'm German) but feel the deep truth and beauty of this song. Now that I am able to fathom what the lyrics say I'm still amazed and touched every single time I listen to "The Rising"!

[@johndalton3180]

This song is my ideal of what America is all about. Freedom, decency, and resilience. A beacon.

[@elizabethwightman4700]

❤Awesome Daddy ❤

[@elizabethwightman4700]

❤So Humbling ❤❤❤

[@elizabethwightman4700]

Well done well done well done hallelujah

[@wesselgroenewegen59]

I just see so much love here. It makes me think back to my years in the US, when I was really little. Back then, this notion op hope really still was around. I lived near where Bruce Springsteen lived. Never got the chance to hear him sing live. But I did go through 9/11, and this song later was really therapeutic to get through it. And yeah, ofc the Obamas are a power couple. Michele would be a perfect first female president. Not because she would have a famous husband. No, because she can connect with any person around. If I would have one ounce of that power, I would be so great-full. Tough times are ahead, no doubt. But we shall overcome. We shall overcome. We shall overcome.

[@danielspivey5581]

Sting and Bruce got the President on his feet. Awesome

[@jimwelsh997]

I just can't imagine how it must feel with someone else singing one of your songs. And all of those powerful people looking at you. And they are all on their feet applauding you. And the president of the United States sitting right next to you. SEEING THIS YO BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN YOU GAVE US ALL SO MUCH OF YOURSELF. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE GIVEN US AND EVERYTHING YOU ARE GOING TO GIVE US. YOUR MUSIC WILL LIVE FOREVER I PRAY THAT YOU COULD ALWAYS BE HERE FOR A WORLD THAT TRULY DOES LOVE YOU BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN. THE BOSS

[@carlrosendorf5210]

Brings me to tears. Peace ✌️ 2023

[@Laydeeworeblak]

Love this. Sting knocked it out of the park....well done.

[@Icemanfan28]

Man, imagine living in a country where there was positivity, and community, and hope and truth and decency and inclusivity from leadership

[@EBLANCHS]

goosebumps at 2021? Absolutely yes.

[@tamasg538]

Stunning tribute, the humility of Bruce Springsteen is admirable

[@dwightalfred]

The profound respect and admiration shared between Sting and the Boss is so clearly evident

[@tommymas1]

How could anyone not be moved? Spectacular performance and a tremendous tribute to a most deserving Boss.

[@jassemchaouch]

Philip Seymour Hoffman ❤

[@andygreeley5196]

Messes me up to see him there, all these years later

[@aperson2730]

Felt like he managed to pack an entire concert into that one song. An uplifting and unifying performance in my opinion. Have a great day dear reader.

[@aperson2730]

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[@KoreyAusTex]

He wrote this in response to 9/11.

[@aperson2730]

@@KoreyAusTex I know but thanks anyway 🙂🙏

[@bernierossi8062]

@@KoreyAusTex he had already written prior, but released it in response to 9/11

[@harrybrown7680]

Outstanding smooth vocal performance

[@lolly2222aa]

Does it get any better than this. GORGEOUS tribute to an outstanding artist delivered by an outstanding artist. WOW.

[@bcb2555]

A spiritual masterpiece by a spiritual master

[@TOP-GUN]

Awesome. Wishing first responders and the people they helped would of came from behind to stage for their recognition...

[@briansimpson9371]

Bruce and him are best budds you can see how much Bruce loves this dude.....Well done

[@juangomez-mo6wl]

Great performance by Sting..tribute to Springsteen..Bravo!!!!

[@stargazer7876]

Wow. Wow. Thank you Sting. Thats a hard song to pull off. Brilliant. Great job and a great way to honor a legend. Awesome job.