Matt Forbes - 'Gloomy Sunday' [Official Music Video] Billie Holiday Cover

Go inside Capitol Studios with Canadian pop crooner, Matt Forbes, as he and an incredible crew of musicians record their version of "Gloomy Sunday". Available NOW: lnk.to/CouldaWo... Made famous by Billie Holiday, it was infamously known as 'the Hungarian suicide song' and was banned by the BBC for 60 years. This version features a new arrangement by Callum Au (Michael Buble, Quincy Jones) and was co-produced with Damon Tedesco.
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Arrangement by Callum Au
Music & Lyrics by Rezső Seress, László Jávor & Sam M. Lewis
Featuring Doug Webb on Tenor Saxophone
Recorded & Mixed by Damon Tedesco
Mastering by Mike Wells Mastering
Director of Photography: Lowell A. Meyer
The Band: Alan Steinberger (Keys), Ken Wild (Bass), Jake Reed (Drums/Percussion), John Chiodini (Guitars), Trumpets: Carl Saunders Trombones: Steve Hughes Woodwinds: Gene 'Cip' Cipriano (Bari Sax/Bass Clarinet), Doug Webb (Tenor/Alto Sax, Alto Flute)
#VintagePop #GloomySunday #FrankSinatra #BillieHoliday
℗ Old Bag Records 2015

[@yaboinoodle6878]

You should be the one to sing a James Bond theme tho, your voice is amazing

[@TheMattForbes]

I would LOVE to sing a Bond theme, IAMV0ID...thanks for the support!

[@yaboinoodle6878]

no problem :D

[@thomasbinoj666]

@@TheMattForbes Your voice is so amazing.

[@TheMattForbes]

@@thomasbinoj666 Very kind of you to write, sir -- thank you!

[@thomasbinoj666]

@@TheMattForbes Thank you Sir. We always remember you.

[@meribau]

I'm glad Instagram showed me this

[@TheMattForbes]

So glad you discovered it!

[@claudiaoderiz8897]

Hola. Recién te descubro. Eres genial

[@gilmartinez4506]

Sunday is gloomy, My hours are slumberless. Dearest, the shadows I live with are numberless. Little white flowers Will never awaken you. Not where that black coach Of sorrow has taken you. It's a Gloomy Sunday... Angels have no thought Of ever returning you. Would they be angry If I thought of joining you? Soon there'll be candles And prayers that are said, I know. Let them not weep, Let them know that I'm glad to go. Death is a dream, For in death I'm caressing you. With the last breath of my soul, I'll be blessin' you. Gloomy Sunday Gloomy Sunday With shadows I spend it all My heart and I have decided to end it all

[@adrianvalenzuela1752]

Thank you

[@ahilyab12]

It’s death is no dream

[@stephaniea5217]

@@ahilyab12 In the original, but I think Matt Forbes took some creative liberties.

[@Thistlethwait3]

Stephanie A it’s the billie holiday cover?

[@thamconkle3981]

So Good

[@PrincipeBelial]

Sunday is gloomy My hours are slumberless Dearest, the shadows I live with are numberless Little white flowers Will never awaken you Not where that black coach Of sorrow has taken you It's a Gloomy Sunday Angels have no thought Of ever returning you Would they be angry If I thought of joining you? Soon there'll be candles And prayers that are said, I know Let them not weep Let them know that I'm glad to go Death is a dream Cause in death I'm caressing you With the last breath of my soul I'll be blessin' you Gloomy Sunday Gloomy Sunday With shadows I spend it all My heart and I have decided to end it all Soon there'll be candles And prayers that are said, I know Let them not weep Let them know that I'm glad to go Gloomy Sunday Sad of all Sundays It's a Gloomy Sunday One Gloomy Sunday

[@valentinaalvarez5873]

I am here because of instagram and i regret nothing! edit: what the... how did i get 145 likes

[@TheMattForbes]

Haha so happy to hear that! ;)

[@alhelygaribaldi5975]

Same! I just shock with your voice and your style!✨ Congrats for your talent!👏🏼

[@DwayneND]

The same :)

[@TheMattForbes]

@@alhelygaribaldi5975 Thank you for the kind words!

[@TheMattForbes]

@@DwayneND Thank you!

[@teresakatess]

Love it when the sax, trumpet and piano come together so beautifully. And that voice, oh my! Awesome!!

[@TheMattForbes]

+Teresa Mahieu Thanks, Teresa!

[@colecoal2300]

Is it just me? Or this sounds like feeling good? You really sound great.

[@TheMattForbes]

Thanks Cole -- the arrangement was definitely influenced by Nina Simone's 12/8 groove on 'Feeling Good'!

[@colecoal2300]

You’re amazing dude!!!

[@marieltita]

Yeeeessss, you're right

[@jordancaptain9644]

Ur right I don't understand how this song can make u kill urself

[@MargaritaTsoukarelasOfficial]

It does.. :)

[@oldface707]

Since 2 years ago until now, this version always ready in my playlist.

[@TheMattForbes]

That's the best compliment I could receive! I'm happy to hear that ;)

[@Samstar369]

I feel safe with this version than the original.

[@ericrobertson8001]

Given Lady Day's life...

[@israav6841]

gosh same !

[@allabouthealthandwellness6967]

Its the hungarian suicide song so the original makes you feel really unsafe, lost and down but this cover change its rhythm upbeat and sexy

[@robyn4real]

🤣

[@incliningrug5394]

The Hungarian original is haunting

[@mizyissobizy]

I feel like this version wouldn’t kill myself

[@normasapini4804]

Es verdad!!! 🇦🇷

[@eleanorkerin3229]

Sir, what does this mean?

[@AzulaBlack]

@@eleanorkerin3229 some people said that this is some kind of 'suicide song, if you search the firsts versions of this song you'll probably understand why.

[@eleanorkerin3229]

AzulaBlack I don’t care x

[@OneOfYourFrenchGirIs]

@@eleanorkerin3229 that was kind of rude

[@CailMacDonald]

And all this time I thought "Gloomy Sunday" was just a short film we made in highschool. Hats Off to Matt Forbes !

[@katrinapierce9386]

It's so sweet that even though this cover is gaining a lot of traction you're still liking and responding to comments. Very humble c:

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you, Katrina! I'm very grateful for those who take the time to write (let alone listen!) :)

[@vladimirKushner]

The best improvisation I ever heard, Mr. Forbes is great singer. Luda.

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you so much!

[@klaus.mp3]

my god the SAX SOLOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@TheMattForbes]

Yes! By the Great Doug Webb!!

[@wasbornlikethis2528]

Those who unalived themselves listening to the og one would have been dancin listening to this version♡

[@rroblez196]

I hated jazz, now i Love it

[@TheMattForbes]

That might be the greatest compliment I could ask for -- thank you! So glad you're loving it!

[@joshuarobinson8103]

Made this song sound like it should be in a spy movie.

[@TheMattForbes]

Hah that was definitely one of the inspirations behind the arrangement! Thanks, Joshua!

[@kenze2566]

So underrated. Where has music like this gone? Amazing :)

[@TheMattForbes]

Thanks Peaches! You can find a lot more 'vintage pop' on this channel...even more coming in 2019! ;)

[@motorman857]

I thought I knew most of the great American song book but I never heard this song. I purchased both of Matt's CD's. Every song on both albums are a pleasure to listen to with Matt's rich baritone and the great band and arrangements. I'd love to hear Matt do a standards CD with the basic jazz trio as Tony Bennett has done thru the years.

[@TheMattForbes]

Thanks for the kind words, Jerry...so pleased to hear you're enjoying the records!

[@motorman857]

@@TheMattForbes Rumor has it, Tony Bennett's quartet is looking for a gig 😉

[@tayzatamayo6408]

@@TheMattForbes de uma

[@Ferruccio001]

This is a Hungarian song by Rezső Seress. Also called the Hungarian suicide song and it's easy more gloomy in the original version en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gloomy_Sunday?wprov=sfti1

[@williamgamble2783]

THÉ BEST VOCALIST, EVER! And I agree You must be the vocalist for all James Bond films, forever !

[@TheMattForbes]

Wow! Thank for the ringing endorsement, William. Really appreciate the kind words!

[@williamgamble2783]

BRAVO!!!

[@angelbarbajo6247]

I just had a mental breakdown a few minutes ago and here i am listening to gloomy sunday.And this version really just calm me down.Thank you.❤

[@TheMattForbes]

I'm sorry to hear that but I'm very happy to hear the music brought you some solace ❤

[@angelbarbajo6247]

@@TheMattForbes Thank you very much.❤

[@donnadasig8706]

Samee but it was worse...then listened to the original until I felt nothing but numbness but it led me here now i feel a lil better

[@DrMumDasgupta143]

4:04 Awesome...My All time favorite...Gloomy sunday...Have Decided to end it all...Yes it's a gloomy sunday...

[@cutelittlebirdie789]

This arrangement so perfect. You're an amazing singer.

[@TheMattForbes]

That's very kind of you to write -- thank you! My arranger Callum Au outdid himself on this one!

[@thanos5497]

I love your voice - deep yet smooth. This is really amazing!

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you!

[@bladesandflannels4665]

Now that I think of it, your voice reminds me so much of Frank Sinatra 😨 amazing!!

[@TheMattForbes]

That's quite the compliment! Thank you!

[@bladesandflannels4665]

Matt Forbes you're very welcome!

[@LowBudgetJackSparrow]

Reincarnation,actually😂😂😂

[@harshitgupta136]

It's magical how a song about gloomy sunday in your voice made my sunday less gloomy and thrilling

[@dahack4850]

I don't wanna die...NOW I wanna dance! This is amazing

[@TheMattForbes]

Haha -- that's what we like to hear! Thank you!!

[@user-bn6ti3pd1e]

Magical! One of the best modern jazzmen, luxury timbre 😌

[@TheMattForbes]

Very kind of you to write! So glad you enjoyed it! ;)

[@blugul4946]

This cover made me realize "There is always a good thing in a bad something"

[@AlzyOoo]

That fact, that author still liking the comments after few years really cute Btw i really like your version, it helps me in hard times, thank you 💖

[@TheMattForbes]

Only too happy to see people still enjoying it (including yourself!) Thanks for listening! ;)

[@Koutouhara]

I'd want to have this and the other one both played at my funeral - Set the tone with the more unsettling one then end on this banger xx

[@xdebrahborgen2167]

You're the reason why I started to listen jazz again after years... I adore this cover

[@TheMattForbes]

That's one of the best compliments I could ask for -- thank you! I'm thrilled to hear that!

[@normavanini6254]

@@TheMattForbes sos genial argentina

[@frostyz3836]

I couldn't help but to lean back and close my eyes upon hearing the golden silky smoothness of your voice!

[@TheMattForbes]

Haha thank you Frostyz!

[@proudmusiciansofnabua1103]

You are the Boss of all vocalist and everything...the musical arrangement is sooooo beautiful. The best of the best.......

[@TheMattForbes]

Very kind of you to write, Markie...thank you!

[@kattiedaniel2800]

The magic of the heart .... phenomenal workmanship ... love it!

[@SrDonner1]

Currently learning to sing, you and your beautiful voice are one of my inspirations!

[@TheMattForbes]

That's such a wonderful compliment...thank you! And good luck with your own musical journey!

[@julianacosta2469]

Não consigo parar de ouvir essa música! Matt, sua voz é maravilhosa!

[@dominikgortva]

Well Rezső Seress had such a pain when he composed this, that's the best cover I ever heard , keep going Matt, love and piece from Hungary.

[@TheMattForbes]

That's very kind of you to write...thank you!

[@preetiphansopkar]

Justttttttttt Amazzzzzzingggg..... Loooooovvvvveeee Iiiiiiiiittttttt.........

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you Preeti!!

[@anshanshtiwari8898]

Is it just me or Does he really look a bit like Ryan Reynolds?

[@TheMattForbes]

That has been a recurring comment across my videos....must be something in that Canadian water!! ;)

[@MrMatmulan]

Wow, amazing voice man, left me speechless to be honest. Cheers from Brasil, keep making great music like this, wish you the best!

[@TheMattForbes]

Wow -- thank you, Matheus! We have new music on the way, so be sure to subscribe and stay tuned!

[@mauriciodelcastillonunez8140]

Years ago, i was sick... this song ... gave me life and reasons to continue and reasons to run away from this life ... and now, im here listen you again. This song and your voice are all I need. < 3

[@TheMattForbes]

That means a great deal. I hope you're doing better now, Mauricio! Thank you for listening!

[@aletharolbin2042]

Wow. Amazing talented. I always appreciate my fellow Canadians, too.

[@TheMattForbes]

Thanks Aletha! Always nice to hear from fellow Canucks! ;)

[@EstratusFur]

Shoot! Your voice is damn good! And the orchestra... Jeez!

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you!

[@isabellafeijoozuniga4299]

I think I just found the voice I was looking for to be a part of my playlists. You take me to another time, your interpretation is on point and you sing just what you need to say. To summarize it... just beautiful.

[@TheMattForbes]

That's awfully kind of you to say...I so appreciate it, Isabella! Thank you!

[@cosanostra1018]

Searched for a male cover of Gloomy Sunday. But its ur voice that surprises me. Shoutout to the band too

[@TheMattForbes]

I appreciate the kind words...thank you!

[@CB-ue1vz]

Such a beautiful arrangement, and his voice is just breathtaking

[@TheMattForbes]

Very sweet of you to write -- glad you enjoyed it!

[@carlapizarro95]

Te conocí por medio de instagram y amo tu voz es tan sensual me hace acordar a la música de Tony Bennet

[@lupitaasinomas7491]

Andaba en mi intangram también cuando lo encontré y directo para acá😉

[@jaelg4370]

Yo igual

[@AndreaNatalia227]

Me pasó igual!!

[@thaismagalhaes5854]

Yeeess!! Me too ❤️

[@gialves2]

Eu também.💕

[@id-043efadulislam8]

Who is still alive after hearing this song

[@hasanuysal3]

Almost died tho

[@dreamlifter7569]

Half alive..👀

[@samantarodriguez7558]

You should be recognized by everyone, your voice transmits a series of soft and delicate waves causing charm in those who listen to you. We love you 😍💙🌻

[@TheMattForbes]

Gosh, what an incredibly kind, lovely thing to write -- I'm so happy to hear that, Samanta! Thank you! 💙

[@mishtumish4578]

I heard this song at least a thousand times and I’m still alive... I must be inmortal. Thank you for such a beautiful version!

[@TheMattForbes]

Haha you must be!! So glad you enjoyed it, Mish!

[@k70creator]

OMG .... what a beautiful sound you got... The orchestra is really great... Great flow of sound .. I've been really enjoying it a lot.. Wish you have a great future...🥰❤

[@TheMattForbes]

I'm so pleased to hear that! Thank you for the kind words!

[@k70creator]

@@TheMattForbes you are really blessed with your voice. Which is really attractive and catching.. You can expect full support from me .

[@nananoid9684]

I think I'm in love with your voice .. 😍

[@khadidjadalil1781]

I can feel the pain in ur voice. I cried the minute I heard it.

[@user-sl2ey5ml8x]

Fantasztikus az énekes és a zenészek 🌹🌹🌹✨️

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you!

[@gonkdroid5401]

listening to you version makes me feel like it is talking to me, talking to a part of mine i dont know properly yet, i cannot listen to it enough, impeccable interpretation of the music as a whole and immense feelings; listening to your take on the song has definitely become an important part of my daily schedule, just wanted to thank you for working on this masterpiece.

[@TheMattForbes]

Wow, thank you for the wonderful comment. Your words mean a great deal and I'm so pleased the song has resonated so strongly with you! Thanks for listening!

[@gonkdroid5401]

@@TheMattForbes oh thank you so much for being so humble to always reply to comments and hey congrats on 1 million views, although you deserve a billion.

[@GaryChaos]

Great job Matt (and all other musicians), one of the best renditions I have heard, but damn, these lyrics are just as painful as the first time I heard them.

[@camiurzua8280]

This song makes me happy ,thank u you have a great voice ,I love u ❤❤❤

[@maira5755]

Omg. Beautiful voice, inside of my head, my heart. Amazing, amazing sound 👏❤️🇦🇷

[@TheMattForbes]

Wow -- so sweet of you to write...thank you so much! ❤️

[@okami18]

Nunca había escuchado el Jazz... Por ti ahora me la paso escuchandote!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@JacqueOng]

This song keeps repeating in my head, this version is absolutely the best for me

[@TheMattForbes]

I'm so happy to hear that! :)

[@itzelmontoya1750]

This makes me more calm when I'm about to do my choir concert as soloist !♡

[@TheMattForbes]

I'm so happy to hear that! Break legs! ♡

[@verawidya5185]

Fallin in love at the first hear

[@nimishashaju8018]

Sunday's aren't gonna be gloomy anymore. What a great job!

[@TheMattForbes]

Haha thank you so much!

[@lisethaguilar4778]

Tu voz es imprecionante 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 me facina este tema glommy sunday

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you so much Liseth!

[@Mateus10411]

its so awesome how your Voice fit this lyrics, it has a vintage feeling, its really nice

[@valamilyenvalaki5763]

Beautiful, just god damn beautiful, ive been listening to this song for like 2 years now and it blows me away these days just like it did back when i first heard it. And so heartbreakingly underrated. Keep up because youre amazing in this kinda music.

[@TheMattForbes]

Ádám -- it's comments like this that make this all worthwhile...thank you! Your words mean a great deal.

[@valamilyenvalaki5763]

@@TheMattForbes i'm glad that it makes it worthwhile for you, its an honour to me! 😀

[@ina9271]

Oh my.. Your voice is Beautiful!. Perfect in Jazz!. Two very good combinations 👌🏻❤️

[@TheMattForbes]

Very sweet of you to write -- thank you! Really glad you're enjoying the music!

[@bernaadguzel9875]

Your voice is so beautiful that I can't get out of your songs 💕

[@TheMattForbes]

That's a wonderful compliment...thank you! So pleased you're enjoying the music, Berna! ;)

[@aidenspoon2080]

There is a sense of genuineness in your cover. I appreciate that, you sounded and look like you put forth all your effort into this. Thank you for this piece

[@carlyryan4439]

That sax solo is absolutely spellbinding!

[@TheMattForbes]

Thanks, Carly! That's the Great Doug Webb burning it up!

[@manzanarivera4853]

Me encanta esta versión! Músicos excelentes (de la vieja escuela del jazz, eso se siente) y ni que decir de tu voz! Es asombrosa!

[@marloncavalcante6867]

Sing My Way, please. Your voice is beautiful.

[@fariha9624]

Such a perfect voice

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you!

[@Thanos-dm4ji]

Damn that band coming in at the second verse is everything

[@TheMattForbes]

So glad you dug it! ;)

[@romantagliapietra5889]

Paying the Instagram Ad must have been the best investment you've ever done. This is amazing!

[@TheMattForbes]

That's one of the best compliments I could receive! Thanks Roman...so glad you enjoyed it!

[@almarodas9099]

This would be my last request before I die, just listen to this work of art.

[@TheMattForbes]

You're very kind! Thank you!

[@almarodas9099]

@@TheMattForbes Thank you for being so great

[@phoenixandroid464]

The original one are hits me differrent, but this cover version had its own soul of music. Love it

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you! So pleased you enjoyed this!

[@claudiaalejandrarodriguez6517]

Me encanta !! Te sigo para extasiados con tu música!!! I love you💕💕💕

[@TheMattForbes]

You're very sweet! Thank you! 💕

[@joscami4297]

2:10 se siente mucho la emoción del intérprete 🎺👏👏

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you, Jose!

[@shrikrushnajadhav2621]

Am I only one, who is listening this in Coronavirus outbreaks and in this quarantine life ?

[@berenicevazquez8106]

We are two!!! 😎 👌

[@kecskesadam]

@@berenicevazquez8106 three

[@user-cd2rj5uz6e]

Four

[@reydejesus2910]

Five

[@runaldutta3043]

six!

[@illusion147]

The best Funeral memorial song ever! Amen....

[@anastasiai.2873]

Wholesome soothing music, thank you all

[@leslie4075]

Me encanta la voz de este hombre😍🎶

[@LeoLukasievicz]

I casually found you on spotify, now i can't stop listening to your music. You have an amazing voice, love from Argentina!

[@TheMattForbes]

Hey Leo! So glad you discovered my music and have been enjoying it so much! Hopefully we can get down to South America for some shows soon!

[@calistinecarter]

That bass clarinet and the vocals, absolutely wonderful!

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you...so glad you enjoyed it!

[@anakarenrodriguez1693]

The net was watching your video, but stop seeing it for what is was going to fall in love with you 🥰

[@TheMattForbes]

🤩 Haha aw thank you...so glad you're enjoying the music!

[@sarahgalassini5188]

He sounds like Brendon urie

[@klaravajglova]

Thought the same tbh, je even looks like him a bit

[@aspected2379]

Yeah💖😍

[@joaopedrocardoso5153]

Omg I said the same

[@xmdksiskdueu5999]

More like Frank Sinatra

[@lucerofernandez2997]

Que bonita voz,haces que la canción llegue tan profundo Me encanta,te queda genial ♡

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you Lucero!

[@1521sabrina]

OMG!!!! that voice can melt an entire glacier!!!! Thanks Matt!!! ♡♡♡♡♡

[@TheMattForbes]

LOL...so kind of you to write! (We might have to steal it and use it on a poster! haha) Thank you, Sabry!

[@MissSambogo]

I love it, sound very good........rare and unique voice

[@TheMattForbes]

I so appreciate the kind words -- thank you!

[@Kennyverso]

Wow, muy linda voz. ¡Usted canta hermoso!

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you so much!

[@claudiacortez1506]

Simplemente fantastico 😍😍😍

[@williamsancha3434]

Matt Forbes... I'll be listening to your music from now on. Damm Sinatra has return. You got a new fan

[@TheMattForbes]

Very kind of you to write, William -- thank you! That's a major compliment! We'll have lots of new music dropping next month thru December!

[@williamsancha3434]

@@TheMattForbes you're welcome, wish you the best of luck. Your voice and your crew are amazing, flawless.

[@pelipperd00d31]

Damn how did I not find this before? Incredible voice and music :0

[@TheMattForbes]

So glad you enjoyed the track, Mike -- thank you!!

[@nfxizff]

Beautiful Voice.....

[@elmanocristo]

Matt Forbes and his band have truly made this song alive again. Thank you.

[@TheMattForbes]

Very kind of you to write, Manuel...thank you!

[@natalyalvarado9388]

YOU'RE A HEAVEN'GIFT

[@TheMattForbes]

That's very sweet of you to write...thanks Nataly! ;)

[@hugohowlett7677]

you are full of talent boy, you have a privileged voice, I hope to hear from you soon, keep up the great work!

[@TheMattForbes]

Thank you so much, Hugo! Grateful for the kind words!

[@sabrinastavely5778]

holy heck, i cant get over how your voice sounds so effortlessly elegant

[@TheMattForbes]

Lol...I so appreciate the kind words! Thank you!

[@sabrinastavely5778]

Matt Forbes of course! :)