Neil Young - Helpless (k.d. lang cover)

k.d. lang performs Neil Young's 'Helpless' at the 2017 Canadian Songwriters Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony.
Credits:
Neil Young
Helpless
Performance : k.d. lang **k.d. lang is always in lowercase**
Motion Design : Thierry Francis
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[@user-hp5ht9bq4n]

MY GOD that woman can sing, absolutely gorgeous.

[@javagirl]

She truly makes this her own...like no one else can. Best arrangement too. Neil Young should feel honored.

[@davecurtis43]

Man, oh man can she sing.

[@stargazer1359]

k.d.'s voice and performance just gets better with each passing year.

[@arxsyn]

Star Gazer she's still in her vocal prime, for sure

[@drunkvegangal8089]

She comes more into herself with each passing year. So authentic; her voice, her look, her emotive qualities...

[@tomspence5789]

Who had to follow that performance? Holy Crow!

[@Dimcle]

I had the privilege of seeing kd sing in a cowboy bar in Calgaty, Alberta, in about 1982. I remember saying to a friend, "This girl is going places", but I had no idea how far.

[@80slady69]

KD is one of a kind! When I need to just...feel something, and all seems lost...I just blast her music as loud as my stereo can go!Thank God I live in the country...doors opened wide, windows opened, and tall glass of sweet tea...music blaring!

[@paullauer9052]

Just as it should be.

[@santacruzingail]

She’s like no other. SMOOTH

[@laurastokes4777]

One of the best singers ever!!

[@monicalange4226]

I have loved kd since she lived in Consort, and feel happy to see this success. kd has a true gift.

[@bnsyphotography2104]

Her music takes me back to being a kid. Would listen to K.D. Lang going on family trips. The weather would always be rainy, dreary, stormy, moody and cold; and then a break through of sunlight through the clouds on a green field occasionally. This was back in the early 2000s; back when the world felt simple. Takes me back, and still gives me that feeling. I'm 20 now and still love her music. It also takes me back to a time before my grandparents weren't dead, especially going on picnics with one of my grandmothers, going on adventures when it's winter. Beautiful music.

[@cbcmusic]

Thanks for sharing your story with us.

[@TheBCBuddy]

Wow! Outstanding rendition, she didn't just knock it outta the park, she put it in orbit! Well done k.d. lang!

[@cleawox]

Holy Cow has she still got IT - and maybe more!

[@kobusg7460]

Listen to Bette Middler's version too; I'd be curious to hear which is your preference

[@kristinf4900]

cleawox yes, more.

[@krollpeter]

One of the best contemporary vocalists in popular music. She adds another dimension to this song by Mr. Young, which I thought could not be done better than what he sung himself.

[@stephenhuggins4710]

Saw k.d. perform this in Bath 2 weeks ago, beautiful, had me close to tears.

[@teenut7024]

Luv how effortlessly she does this.

[@kiddozoo]

k.d. sings and makes me cry, laugh, melt, be strong, believe, love. She is what the world needs now.

[@theholidaylady1]

I just heard k.d. sing this on the radio and I got chills and felt very moved. She is one of Canada's greatest singers! What a beautiful voice! The arrangement and song are wonderful too, of course however, k.d.'s voice is divine!

[@kimberlykestner5776]

Wow…just WOW!!

[@ericynot]

I hadn't seen k.d. lang in a long time. Glad I happened upon this -- she's still one of the greats. Also glad to see her barefoot -- that's always the way to work as far as I'm concerned.

[@LisaIsabelle]

KD Lang is a national treasure and must be protected at all cost.

[@kureleksrevenge7935]

K. D. makes everything her own. What an amazing cover.

[@carolineredmon6285]

she could sing the friggin' phone book and be brilliant. Love this woman

[@loraleechabot3080]

K.D. You are my Shero!

[@AMASSEY1000]

Damn, she sounds amazing.

[@northerngeckocanada9826]

Thrills, chills & tears. omg! Your voice & performance are a treasure. A powerhouse tribute. Thank you k.d. lang!

[@johnlamb6060]

omg I'm helpless when she sings

[@imogenek40]

What a voice.

[@CarmineKavourCirillo]

I simply love you K.D.

[@robinleefieldmusic]

Breath taking. A Voice above all other voices in my opinion.

[@cbcmusic]

Breath taking indeed! Check out this must watch clip of a young k.d. lang reflecting on her performance of "Johnny Get Angry" on Japan's Harajuku Street. facebook.com/CBCMusic/videos/1862121597177960/ Let me know what you think!

[@robinleefieldmusic]

I love k.d. lang at any age. The quality of her gift is so incredibly special. There is no Voice Greater than k.d lang.

[@brucedillinger9448]

Amen To that! A voice for the ages. She never fails to induce awe!

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

IMO, one of the best singers of all time. Unique.

[@gailmiller3010]

Love her so much! Can't wait to see her finally in my life, March 2018, in Kansas City! I'll be second row from the stage!

[@lisamckinney5760]

OMG.... I found my new Fav Vocalist ,, She,s Awesome !!!

[@Isabellanv1]

Unbelievable! I can’t wait to see her live! The best voice I ever heard!, the passion! 🤗❤️🙏🏼👣🎼🎤

[@thenaturalboxer]

WOW! What a voice.

[@drunkvegangal8089]

The only Neil Young cover that compares to this one is Bob Mould's 1990 tour where he did Cinnamon Girl. Both are absolutely outstanding. Thank you Canada! Thank you, kd!

[@MR-js8nq]

adorable k d 😍

[@pauldabinett1308]

Not many songs explore this territory ... NY gave voice to this need we all share - for 'Heimat' yes, but also for allowing ourselves to _admit_ that we're needy, yearning, vulnerable. Here k.d. lang both shows that she understands and helps us to follow her there. This is what music is for (part 437)!

[@ThePurpleBus]

Perfect voice and stage charisma ❤

[@Chris-od8si]

Stunning.

[@brucemargot7970]

Stunning - She's a true musical artist, what feeling

[@cowboyigor7074]

Amazing... Just Amazing !!!!!!

[@OrigenalHeretic]

K.D. Lang has one of the truly great voices of the age. This song truly showcases it. K.D.'s album, "Hymns of the 49th Parallel," which features "Helpless" is a masterpiece.

[@ginasinisi2786]

Amazing singer. Beautiful Beautiful vocal and delivery!!

[@skyblukat]

Still perfect.

[@marilialpaixao7562]

How beautiful!!!

[@stephenkatz209]

Amazing voice. I wasn’t too familiar with her but hearing this has me seeking out more of her music. Bravo!

[@pamellahardy8745]

Stunning interpretation!!!

[@sallywilliams8620]

Not of this earth ❤️💜❤️

[@debmeehan9006]

Brilliant!

[@g-girl9867]

Heart stoppingly beautiful.

[@rebeccavaughan3615]

What a fantastic performance! Love the way kd sung it ❤

[@alicemueller8798]

You're a Incredible Sun on the Earth. Thank you for the incredible artistic contribution in this time, too!!🌹

[@cbcmusic]

She's such a talent! Do you know the story behind her hit song "Miss Chatelaine?" facebook.com/CBCMusic/videos/669884196774423/

[@plym1969]

The greatest singer of this time in contemporary music. An artist at her absolute peak. We are so lucky to be able to witness such talent and soul.

[@cbcmusic]

Agreed!

[@spmoran4703]

She is wonderful.

[@AMASSEY1000]

Blown away

[@monicalange4226]

The band is supreme too. Tight. What a joy this is to hear.

[@bmeeseeks2881]

A voice from heaven. So beautiful.

[@donnamariedavis1244]

Omg!!!!

[@popspapa7059]

One of our best exports.

[@alaintoselli]

Super interprétation Génial !!!

[@1957PLATO]

This voice touches my soul. Wow.

[@musicloverkathy]

Sublime. KdLang is incomparable.

[@monicalange4226]

My favourite voice. I'm so grateful to enjoy this.

[@dcbeez5956]

KD Lang still the best voice ever, knowone will ever do better, her technique of all teachers she has ultimately mastered, God has greaciously graced us all with her depth of emotion and heramazingly incredible voice.

[@rosenamdensuden]

She took the song to the next level…I don’t know how she did it… …

[@stevesuv]

Amazing

[@Kellonwheels8]

SHEER PERFECTION 💓💕

[@jerrym1240]

KD Lang just gets better with age.

[@carolynnkingyens1000]

Love her voice. Amazing.

[@Malibuheaven1]

Music Heaven On Planet Earth!

[@kjcrays63]

Love this so much

[@bethegood9075]

lovely soul, kd lang

[@MrWardnine]

Lovely xx

[@Kellonwheels8]

i love joan baez and k.d. lang

[@heathercollins4432]

Gorgeous...

[@janetfreer1416]

I am blown away!

[@Mjollnir1234]

Wow. I'm undone. This is simply gorgrous.

[@cbcmusic]

A barefoot to boot!

[@cinders302]

This is even a better version, than her rendition from 49th Parallel...imo. Tremendous voice.

[@patrickdarisse5360]

Brilliant

[@sherrieday8075]

Beautiful

[@vochaalloy33]

OMG she owns that song

[@SisterIndica]

What an incredible arrangement!

[@seheabol]

Yum

[@Toxicwastememes]

Wow! This is an amazing cover! 💚

[@CGKA2020]

You go girl!

[@r.h.7486]

I love her fascinating voice.🌹❤‍🩹

[@michellejames1310]

Love Kathryn Dawn Lang 😘 she is my inspiration

[@custardflan]

Love this. The song wants me to take up painting. And revives recurring childhood nightmares. Awesome version.

[@cbcmusic]

That's an interesting mix.

[@Chuck59ish]

Katherine Diane is my favourite female Canadian singer, ever since she started with The Reclines. And yes she always sings barefoot, even in hockey arenas.

[@ronphilpott4430]

Charles Damery you mean Katherine dawn

[@kiddozoo]

Dawn

[@Chuck59ish]

@@kiddozoo 6 years ago I was in the heart unit of the local hospital recovering from a Triple By-pass heart operation with 4 stoppages, so I'm not really sure what I was writing then, I was in the unit for 34 days before I got home again.

[@DroneCowboy.59]

Thanks y all

[@cherylbianchi9616]

nobody, NObody like her

[@Ricobaca]

K.d. still in the business? She hasn't lost her voice.

[@kimberlykestner5776]

What I would give…

[@MoiraRussell]

Flaw. Less.

[@bleepbleep1961]

In bare feet !!

[@heidimueller1039]

bleepbleep1961 she was also barefoot when she performed Hallelujah at the Olympics. Check it out.

[@sheilastrickland8547]

always performs barefoot, grounding

[@bleepbleep1961]

Daniel Lavoie ??

[@paml.6101]

Katie looks like Wayne Newton here.

[@bleepbleep1961]

sounds a bit like 'em too !! lol

[@rudecrudefood7244]

don't mess with perfection and this is a mess

[@AMASSEY1000]

It's Wayne Newton. I knew there was something familiar about her !

[@urusoimi]

Wow Alec Baldwin has pipes. Who knew?

[@lisaheinrichs6874]

🤣

[@bien.mp4]

looks more like Tony Hadley

[@johnwilliamcormier3199]

No! Just no ..