Jeff Beck & Beth Hart - I'd Rather Go Blind - Live 2017

Geoffrey Arnold Beck (1944-2023) was an English rock guitarist.
Beth Hart (1972) is an American singer, songwriter and musician.
The Hollywood Bowl is an amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.
"I'd Rather Go Blind" is a blues song written by Ellington Jordan. It was first recorded by Etta James in 1967,
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Lyrics:
"I'd Rather Go Blind"
Something told me that it was over, baby, yeah
When I saw you
When I saw you and that girl
And y'all was talking
Something deep down
Something deep down in my soul said
"Go on, go on and cry, girl"
When I saw you, when I saw you with that same person
And y'all was walking around
And I'd rather
I'd rather be a blind girl, baby, yeah, yeah
Than to see you walk away, walk away from me, baby
Don't leave me, I don't wanna see you go
'Cause you see, I love you so much
And I don't wanna watch you leave me
Don't wanna watch you leave me, baby
And another thing is, one more thing is
I just don't, I just don't wanna be free
Scared to be by myself
I was just, I was just sitting here thinking
About your sweet kiss and your, your warm embrace
Hmm, your warm embrace
Hmm, yo, yo, warm, warm embrace
When I look down in the glass that I held to my lips
And I saw the reflection of the tears rolling down my face
That's when I knew I love you and I couldn't do without you
And I'd rather be a blind girl
Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby
Baby, baby, babe, no, babe, oh, oh
Oh babe, all day sitting up
Sitting up thinking about you
Myself, I don't wanna see you leave
Please don't go
Oh, babe, no, babe, oh, babe
I'd rather be a blind girl
Something told me that it was over, baby
When I saw you
When I saw you and that girl
And y'all was talking
Something deep down in my soul said
"Go on, go on and cry, girl"
When I saw you, when I saw you and that girl
And y'all was walking by
And I'd rather go blind, I'd rather go blind
I'd rather go blind, babe
Than to see you walk away, walk away
Don't walk away 'cause I'd rather go blind

[@paulaweadon8130]

Beth Hart worked her ass off to get here. She over came drugs and continues to rise above bipolar. I'm happy she never gives up, because her voice is like nobody else's.

[@giovannibattistarotondo7485]

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[@budmiller807]

She's incredible

[@brendasigafoos4356]

Very powerful individual!❤

[@budmiller807]

Love this

[@marilynoconnell8251]

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[@mitzichitty1030]

Beth you are so powerful, the cry in your vocals, the rasp, the grit.... You are a gift to the music industry and our ears...thank you for keeping the memory Etta alive...Thank you Jeff (RIP) for your undeniable talent. A true master at your craft. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@paulburr5072]

Seen her live No words

[@MyLifEcademy-sr4hy]

When Jeff asked her to perform with him at this event she had wanted to do a different song. Jeff said "No luv...try this one instead..." Amazing! Their performance of this at the Kennedy Center Honors for Buddy Guy is equally moving!

[@samjohns3227]

Heart breaking that Jeff is no longer with us, a genius, absolutely unique....

[@Amy-ps6hf]

YES!!! AGREE 100%!

[@AASIDJAALO]

Yes he was without any doubt one of the very best, if not the best

[@lakedaimoninc.3320]

Jeez, Beth's voice is as divine as Jeff's playing.

[@johnmetzger8856]

The one-of-a-kind lyricism of Beck and the emotion and power of Hart. Unbelievable.

[@marieclaire551]

Bonjour svp écoutez la version de Beth avec Joe Bonamassa. Vous allez vous assoir. Et après Drive ou Montaîn Time ou the train de Joe

[@johnmetzger8856]

Hello, I also love the more powerful Bonamasa version, but Beck adds a lyrical, plaintive quality missing from Joe's version that I find special.

[@Straightupshooter]

Beck is simply the greatest of all time. He plays every music genre and his unique spin on each song. Never duplicated. RIP. The Legend

[@stephencampbell2018]

The greatest of all time? Bro...first off...I'd put him in the top 100 list...by the skin of his teeth. And I'm being generous. The thing is that music is totally subjective. There is no #1. I put him on a list that does not exist. If it did exist... Matteo Mancuso would stand alone at the top. Until next week...

[@joehanson8220]

@@stephencampbell2018 Put up, your list, or fucup. Jeff played with everyone, and was given great credit, by (most on your list I am sure) or are you comparing him to players nobody has ever heard of. Because the best have,, kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5TElZWPft-bp7M given him credit. Meanwhile your childish comment,,,

[@sibyllefischer-steffan3989]

@@stephencampbell2018 You are wright, music is subjektive. But he can play guitar. And on his good days he did it in great way. My favourites guitarists are Keith Richards, Santana, Brian May, Richie Blackmore, Slash, Marc Knopler...to be continued

[@NodariChabashvili]

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[@MrJuliesguy]

Jesus tap dancing Christ, the hair on my arms stood up and I time warped back to Howlin Wolf and then Jeff Beck snapped me back to reality and Beth took me home...holy shit this is good

[@balletbonnie01]

Amen amen amen.

[@MyLifEcademy-sr4hy]

Well said

[@JoeNeuner1970]

Diese zwei Vollblutmusiker wie ein Jeff Beck der selten einen Gesang zu seiner Seite hatte denn Beck`s Saiten haben selbst gesungen....Und eine Stimmkanone wie Beth Hart auf einer Bühne zusammen....Gänsehaut Pur!!!!RIP Jeff

[@rogerawad2117]

If this doesn’t move you, nothing will.

[@bettyachieng726]

Sure

[@judithbergmans2142]

Yes she is great

[@veronicawardell7476]

When they compile an obituary for Jeff they should use this solo as an example of his artistry - restrained but magnificent..

[@CarlosFlowerday]

This comment just gained an extra layer of poignancy tonight. 🙁

[@outrosolhares]

@@CarlosFlowerday Sadly true.

[@fabiomazzucco8234]

ho sentito i brividi partire dalla testa fino a piedi

[@andrews127]

Yes..

[@kajem575]

Fkn jinx!!

[@johnbailey3868]

There is nothing, I mean nothing, more beautiful than her voice with his guitar...

[@matteomaccario3293]

I personally prefer beth and bonamassa version then this...try to listen to it

[@johnbailey3868]

@@matteomaccario3293 I like that one too but prefer the way JB bends those strings!

[@dancollins5194]

@@johnbailey3868 haha which JB ?

[@kathyfrancis9229]

Fucking awesome.

[@SteveEcksteinDouglasDrive]

WITH NO DISRESPECT INTENDED< THE LATE " JOHNNY ALMOND"(TENOR & ALTO SAX & FLUTE},WITH " JOHN MAYALL AT FILLMORE EAST & MARK-ALMONDS" " NEW YORK STATE OF MIND" < BELONG RIGHT IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED MUSICAL MIX< WITH HIS MESMERIZING< INSPIRING< YET SOOTHING &EXTRAORDINARY CREATIVE STYLE & SOUND)

[@garychesser5277]

We are lucky to have her with us. She overcame some rough times.

[@glenderoche8362]

Beth Hart! Should be in top ten of blues singers. Just sayin'.

[@helenesteinberg7189]

Her voice his guitar heaven! May he rest in peace.

[@JP-xd6fm]

Why on earth I didn't knew about her before!!? She is like Etta James+Joss Stone+Aretha Franklin. Well maybe I got to far with Aretha but Jezz she is good!

[@DH-xm3hc]

@@JP-xd6fm She's been around I think maybe 10yrs or so🤷‍♀️ I discovered this about 5yrs ago because I followed Jeff Beck. 😥 I have a friend that told me about her, and around the same time this popped up. I follow her now, not someone that post her videos, but her Beth Hart. ✌️❤️🌼

[@kevinflight4922]

i agree

[@kevinflight4922]

irgree

[@christyperkins3036]

OMG... Can you feel it 🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌹💐💐💐💐

[@UndeniablyBlond]

JB could fire up a guitar like nobody else. R.I.P. guitar man ✝️ And Beth? Jeez, that voice gets straight down in your soul. ❤️

Is not just a voice, is an ancient soul shining in time forever

[@efaefa1286]

Это просто завораживающе !!! Как и великолепный голос Beht так и игра гитариста !! ❤ Просто волшебно !! Браво !!!

[@prinzonic9896]

Her majestic legendary Etta James memory lives on with such a souvenir that she left us. RIP Etta, you're missed.

[@christopherwilliams4552]

Just about any song Jeff touches he turns into gold!

[@natalievanderson541]

Just had to listen to this tonight. R.I.P. to one of the greatest!

[@AASIDJAALO]

Yes Jeff was truly one of the greatest! This solo was extraordinary

[@suzyfeldman6759]

Brilliant Beck and Beth💜. When I hear Jeff Beck, I start to cry……hard to believe he is gone.

[@martinfilardi2614]

Wow, just how good was that. RIP Jeff Beck, you added so much to our lives.

[@josegalan6026]

BETH HART is the real deal ,the best ever in music history

[@Pat14922]

The band is great, the drummer, bass player , and keyboard, all so subtle, but delightful and Beth is knockout.

[@JoeBlow_4]

She just gets more beautiful over time. It's so weird. Like in my mind she literally changes. It's crazy.

[@johnny150480]

Awesome performance from Beth - just love her! I don't even need to mention Jeff's work here. Unfortunately he won't be with us anymore. RIP to a legend!

[@karynsnyder5185]

I've just discovered her, I'm in love.

[@sigmaman721]

Check her shows with J. Bonamasa 💪

[@dianavay8515]

She's magnetic check out everything you can find you won't be disappointed ❤️🙏

[@KOA7700]

These 2 greats together - a masterpiece in showing the power of music.

[@kellipage7670]

The greatest guitar play of all time, with the most amazing, soulful singer ever! Beth Hart you are truly AMAZING!!

[@staffaykayser9467]

Absolutely magic! Its so gooood to see Beth sober, she shines more than ever!

[@77cobaltblue]

I never knew? God Bless her,, such talent!

[@shred5]

@@77cobaltblue She has been sober for some years now. She hit the drugs hard early in her career when struggling to find success but it wasn't really until she got sober until we got to see how truly amazing she really is (not that she was bad before, but she's the kind of special that only comes around once every few years if you ask me).

[@77cobaltblue]

@@shred5 Would love to see her sing with Joss Stone! OMG! (Thanks for your reply)

[@77cobaltblue]

@@shred5 Thanks for your reply. I would love to see and hear her sing with Joss Stone

[@felipabelcher2557]

❤ yes!❤

[@thejollyjoker187]

Jeff always loved Etta James songs.

[@BrenQ99]

The audio here is immaculate. Hats off for the Sound Engineer! S/He nailed it.

[@saultrue]

Agree - We all too often underate them

[@rhague14]

@@saultrue We notice when they suck, don't we.

[@biljka]

Six minutes of perfection❤️👌✨RIP Jeff😥🙏🎸

[@elliemciver-hn3xe]

Go girlfriend FANTASTIC!

[@74dartman13]

I get goosebumps when she sings! So good!👍😎🎸🎶

[@mandolinwind]

She did Etta proud! Love them together for Buddy Guys tribute- OUCH

[@steviesblues7959]

Beth hart she is something else christ what a voice she's probably the best female recording artist on the planet.

[@ohdear2275]

She reminds me of Janis Joplin.

[@0000-r4t]

She reminds me on J.JOPLIN BEST EVER SINGER!!!!!

[@unclebitchie]

Holy crap. If I could only think of one singer in the entire world who would do full respect to the late, great Etta James, it would be Beth--and she did it in spades. And then to have Jeff Beck, one of my all-time heroes (R.I.P.), wailing in the background, well...I have no other words other than, "Awesome!"

[@donaldcooper9104]

This is the best version!

[@markjulianward3885]

It's a good version I'm not quite sure you have seen the original though by Etta James

[@marianneexbrayat2431]

Beth sings with her soul and guts. A true blues singer. She is in my top 5 female blues singers of all time

[@kevinbannister2356]

The perfect blend of human voice & guitar playing, Jeff & Beth.

[@sharonrasmussen]

Ive loved Beth Hart since the beginnin. Unbelievable voice. The verbrato. The emotion. Shes got it all in every song I hear. Nobody belts them out like she does.

[@DH-xm3hc]

RIP 🙏 Jeff Beck😮‍💨 This video is a perfect example of how and what a perfect guitarist you were. I have been fantasized by your guitar playing since the Yardbird days. Now rock n roll and blues heaven has another great member.😥❤️

[@ZaraPoeta]

This woman has undoubtedly 1 of the best voices in the industry. She'll be always 1 of my favorites! I never get tied of her songs..... Thanks Beth!

[@gilltotten7119]

Beyond beautiful. We'll never get this again.

[@plainbrookefarm5230]

Wwww

[@suzyfeldman6759]

I tear up every time I see him, I miss him so.. I can listen to this song over and over. Beth is amazing.

[@craigbrockway652]

Through the many years enjoying the blues I have cherished the late great Etta James singing this powerfully emotional song. I now enjoy Beth pouring out this powerful and most emotional song every bit as much as Etta.

[@IriNa-xc9up]

Pffffff ! Cine nu are piele de gaina la piesa asta .... nu stie ce e viata ....😍😍😍😍

[@5thmardiv636]

Love Jeff Beck, he quietly makes statements in music and life.

[@RoamingQuinn]

How is it I’ve never heard Beth before? Truly immense vocals, coupled with the late, great Jeff Beck, may he rest in peace, well. Simply WOW 😮 👏👏👏👏. The note Beth hits at 5:35 as she joins the end of Jeff’s solo, makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up, truly incredible duo.

[@jenk264]

It is said she has a 4 octave range and perfect pitch...there is nothing this woman can't sing. Blues, hard rock, soul, jazz. You need to check out her complete catalog. From her Ocean of Souls days to her War in My Mind album. So diverse. A child prodigy picking out Gershwin by ear on the piano at age 4...she's a musical genius! Not exaggerating.

[@arnehovind3596]

Check her out singing this with Joe Bonamassa on guitar. A favorite version. RIP Jeff.

[@raccoon2756]

RIP Jeff....😢

[@Randy56848]

If she lived a hard life it's because she had to get where she is now. What shows on the face comes from the lips to our ears. Sad songs either make you wallow in the blues or slip the surly bonds of earth. I want to fly when I hear your voice, Beth. Thank you!

[@evemcgrail6933]

How could anyone not cry over this it's so heartfelt & amazingly beautiful & May you RIP Jeff beck

[@balletbonnie01]

I am

[@prestonwilson2203]

Love her voice! She is stunning

[@jaimieperkins9343]

I'm totally Enchanted

[@hillcountry871]

Ohhh my ,Jeff you make me weep!!!!Beth rocks it July 2024 ,need this to make it through the shit storm going on

[@steveb8163]

What a kick ass performance, can't stop listening to it the last days I discovered this song!!!

[@brendasigafoos4356]

So thankful they got together on this song!! What a memorable moment in Time.

[@jeffyoder8105]

Yeah Beth Hart puts all her heart ♥ and soul into most every song she ever sings and she can make you believe she's lived the song she's singing 🎶 😊😅😮😂❤😂😊❤😊❤😊

[@user-vy1mm8sf7t]

Как же, приятно слушать и смотреть ,на эту яркую и таланливую певицу!!! Браво, Бет!

[@user-lm7pk1qj3t]

Wow unbelievable. My Hat is off for this Duet of what is a Made History in the making. Rest in Peace 🌷 Mr Jeff Beck. Forever in our Hearts . Long live this Talented Performist. Bravo Bravo❤

[@peacedove9513]

I'm so grateful for this collaboration a beautiful marriage of talent!!! Thanks for sharing

[@rudytrujillo9373]

WOW! That is a great rendition of that song. 👍🏻👏👏

[@ankapleune]

Again with tears. Beth Hart and Jeff Beck and band. ❤ Hope to see Beth once live somewhere . I live in the Netherlands 😊

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

Jeff is succumbing to the music

[@matteocrotti6781]

Ogni tanto la riascolto, così per farmi venire la pelle d'oca. L'unica cover meglio dell'originale. Scusa Etta!❤

[@matteocrotti6781]

Si, penso che sia l'unica che possa permettersi di cantare Etta!❤ a tutte e due!

[@melodiemaker86]

Beth is not just singing, she shows you a full colour movie. She has beat them all as a singer, with all my deepest respect to Christine McVie (Chicken Shack) & Etta James. Lovely embrace and respect to each other: Jeff & Beth, thanX

[@yk.7053]

No, Etta James killed that song. Sorry not sorry.

[@lawsonlawson9806]

Wow few can sing this song in the same league as original ...impressed by singer

[@patcarrion3652]

Jeff Beck has the gift of playing guitar. This is incredible song. A lot of SOUL. ♥️👍🇺🇸

[@donaldmark6362]

Beautiful & heart touching song♥️🌹 How are you doing today? I Hope it's been a beautiful day out here? I Guess you love listening to beautiful like this? I hope to hear from you soon as you have a nice day!

[@nivaldoaparecido]

Fantastic guitar Fantastic voz

[@donsaxon1169]

Total perfection. No one can touch Beth on vocals, such a powerful song, and the creative prowess of Beck.

[@stepitupandgo67]

such beautiful guitar work..brings a tear to the eye

[@harryhughes4423]

Absolutely wonderful vocals complementing the most soulful blues guitar player you're ever likely to hear

[@jmgermafred3436]

la reine du blues BETH HART et le grand Jeff BECK fantastique

[@vincentvwillenswaard6367]

Great match Jeff and Beth. RIP Jeff. Beth stay strong, we need you. Soon in Koln we meet xxx

[@Urnzyhorny4u]

Give it up people for this lovely collaboration 👏👏👏 Hand in hand together Mr . Beck and Jeez Beth in this dueo are sounds we need to hear more of. Magnifico , Bravo Bravo RIP🙏✝️ Mr.Jeff Beck. Sorrow weighs heavy in all our ♥️'s

[@balletbonnie01]

Yes. Sorrow weighs heavy on my heart and I don't know what to do but cry, Bernie

[@safarapearlstewart2153]

such a beautiful song what a voice n Jeff Beck can hit the keys wow! Soo talented

[@besthillsongworshipsongs48]

I’m 16 and I was scared to get on these two planes today so I turned on this worship and I feel the fear of the enemy leaving me while God is cleansing and healing me 🙏🏾

[@donnavorbach215]

Hope you arrived safely with your Guardian Angel by your side!❤

[@Elena_K3]

CHAPEAU BAS !!! La plus belle reprise depuis si Chère ETTA JAMES 😢❤ Mr. Jejj Beck, Paix à votre âme, vous êtes dans nos cœurs pour l'éternité. Beth, comme d'habitude, MAGISTRALE, ta VOIX DÉCHIRE ✌️🙏💯❤️‍🔥

[@wilbursmith7747]

Two great artists make for a stellar performance

[@k.8846]

Magic ✨️🙏 thank you Jeff for this sensitive Guitarplay RIP Wonderful voice Beth 🤗

[@KOA7700]

True artistry at it's best. Pure magic!

[@newfreenayshaun6651]

Rest easy Jeff, We will jam soon enough! Thanks for guiding our dance on this little blue rock!

[@irenestaveris4317]

Best voice of all time♥️. Best guitarist of all time♥️👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@josephkriegel3162]

That's damn good ya all.

[@squirrel8887]

Amazing.. Jeff and Ms Hart. I can't even articulate how Jeff can play is beyond any other guitarist who ever lived. And Beth, Christ oh mighty, few women posse's the ability to reach into your soul and love you so hard it hurts and the tears running down your face are real, the spiritual essence that is hand picked by God himself..... Is all I feel

[@kevinbridger2989]

Sublime ❤️✌️🙏.. I was fortunate to see Jeff and Joss Stone perform this in Bristol a while ago..also breathtaking 😍

[@dancedeern]

Beth has got the best blues voice I know. no matter if with Joe or Jeff - this is a great MASTERPIECE of music. thanx Beth for all the emotions you give me! (always crying when hearing this song:-)

[@germanoacciaro176]

Una delle donne più brave e belle della musica che canta lei yloveBett

[@lisbethjohansson2199]

She is just fantastic!!

[@tommes55]

... more power in voice is not possible... 💪👍🎶🎵

[@clotilderomeo]

Great group! Beautiful piece. Beth is the best, the song" I am the one" is strong, sensual, great rock and in the song " Mama this one's for you" there is so much love and emotion and sweetness. I never get tired of listening to Beth every day.His diverse interpretations are always the best we can hear...and see! Love from Italy, from Rome!😍

[@swampmagiclouisiana1490]

I listen to this often. Find her video in tribute to Buddy Guy.. I’m sure you would love it too…

[@dalexdalex]

Try to listen to Beth with the same song, with Joe Bonamassa. You'll not regret it!

[@clotilderomeo]

@@dalexdalex I know that live in Amsterdam, it's my favorite and I keep listening to it all the time,An outstanding song and also a crazy guitarist!

[@clotilderomeo]

🤩@@swampmagiclouisiana1490

[@moodybard9036]

That's pure unleashed power...😎🎸🎶

[@andreafresia8470]

voice and guitar at the best

[@rocksandoil2241]

Some songs touch deep in your soul.

[@user-ui4cq5yb4d]

בלי נשים בעולם לא היו יוצרים מוזיקה מעולה !! אין כמו אימא בעולם!!!!!!!.

[@sklag1]

Even though Jeff has been one of my favoured guitarists for the last 60+ylears of listening he obviously can';t be very good... he doesn't pull strange faces of 'feeling'. Also through Jeff I discovered Beth. What a double win.

[@monsarad888]

Sometimes I feel tired about listening / playing the stereotype 12 bar blues, but each time I listen to individuals like Beth it drives me back in an instant.

[@mike19e91]

Never believed in the BEST guitarist concept but NOONE is better than BECK !!!

[@Saxboy1966]

She absolutely picked up the Etta baton here, fecking amazing. And Jeff’s creativity makes this a masterpiece.

[@jenk264]

I love Beth Hart to the moon and back!!

[@MarttiSuomivuori]

This is the best back-up set Beth Hart will ever get in her life. She probably is the best singer they'll ever back up. This is good. But we are not getting any younger, none of us. Jesus that man Beck!!!

[@paulcrossgrove5353]

Beth is doing better: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIC0YWqci7t3gLM

[@matteomaccario3293]

@@paulcrossgrove5353 absolutely agree to u mate

[@lymansmith5400]

The one and only " Beth Hart" ! No one comes close to the soul and blues she sings! One of just a few left ! B.B. King is gone ! Steve Ray Vaughn is gone! Sadly! But we still have Beth Hart!! These 3 put their heart , soul and to sing the "blues" ! We loved 2 since passed. Now we must enjoy the songs Ms. Hart gives us! ❤