Weird Al Covers George Harrison's "What is Life" at George Fest 2014

[@NoName-tq9fi]

I heard someone on the Beatle's Channel on SIriusXM state that this was one of the best covers of George song at this tribute. I didn't believe them. It is.

[@ernestcruz6316]

One seriously underrated singer.

[@johnc3403]

He's average ...at best!

[@davidrivera1105]

One of the happiest humans on the planet sings one of the happiest songs ever written

[@cybersal7]

💕💕💥💥💥💥💕💕

[@sly7856]

My favorite George Harrison song. Al did a good job

[@johnc3403]

It's not AI, It's Al

[@leoramikam1051]

IDK what is more impressive, that he is a really good singer, or that he can kick his leg up that high

[@robbymonaco3738]

I think it's that he can kick his leg up that high

[@djanitatiana]

Why not both?

[@someonegaming7710]

Despite the fact that he's in his 50s

[@Orangechairstudios0520]

Yes he is extremely flexible

[@richardpaulhall]

@@someonegaming7710 I could kick that high in my 50s, both legs. On a good day I could get my right knee up to my chest.

[@Krendall2]

I kinda wish Al would do more "serious" performances, just so more people would realize how talented he really is.

[@chickadee677]

That's probably why he's singing a different cover song every night on his latest tour. His moving rendition of Fire and Rain really shows off what a beautiful voice he has and his version of Billy Idols's Rebel Yell had Billy Idol himself tweeting about it. A fan put up a playlist of 37 of his covers and they're great!

[@MiltonJenkins]

Comedians are generally good at acting dramatically, so a 'funny' singer is adept at serious stuff. Al is a complete artist and a National Treasure.

[@lindathetford3776]

Actually you can regardless of wether it's serious or not he's just that good

[@kimmyisgreen2929]

He’s got some serious mick jagger dance moves!

[@lindathetford3776]

@@kimmyisgreen2929 right!!

[@Chuck883]

I love Al’s parody’s but never heard him sing seriously. He is amazing.

[@joanna8967]

Al's been singing straight covers for years. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e520oGWYaJh_aMk

[@degatagauwatie4073]

Check out his cover of Toto's Africa with Weezer. You'll hardly believe it's him!

[@robinwagner3293]

@@degatagauwatie4073 Holy Moly. I checked that out. It was Al? Unreal. He has an awesome voice. No, I would never have believe that was him if I had not seen it.

[@DjOdyssey1971]

There is an unofficial album you can find of Weird Al singing serious songs. It snippets of songs over the years from his concerts. He usually adds just random covers. He's done the Beatles, ect.

[@joewaltz2709]

Weird Al covering George Harrison is good for the soul

[@TheRaNdOmLiFe1000]

Joe Waltz this is the cure for the common cold

[@kaitlynreynolds5192]

It is. One of my favorite singers covering another one of my favorite singers.

[@lizhuamanciza3576]

Que gran homenaje para George Harrison y que genial cover de Weird Al 🤩🥰😍

[@athena854]

Weird Al is good for the soul period. I have fond memories of a time when I knew all the lyrics to the Bad Hair Day album. My uncle would take the doors off his Wrangler, we’d go for a drive and my cousins and I would belt “Amish Paradise” at the top of our lungs. I think we were about 10.

[@pattyoneill6724]

Who knew Weird Al could sing and dance like this! He's great ! Also like the parodies like Like a Surgeon, and Eat it!

[@SASD209]

This performance paints Weird Al in a completely different scene than I was expecting... it's spectacular.

[@MiltonJenkins]

BINGO!!

[@CarolR-zm2ll]

I did not expect this. It's damn good.

[@cybersal7]

Al and George were great friends.

[@Docjonel]

I wish George Harrison was still around to cover Weird Al's music.

[@joe6096]

Knowing the sense of humour George really had, I’m sure he appreciated Weird Al and would have been thrilled to see Al parody one of his songs.

[@MoonLight-np4wx]

@@joe6096 He did get to see Al parody a song of his! Look up "Six Words Long"!

[@chopsieflores4844]

😂😂😂

[@valeriegarcia9757]

I'll do you one better I wish his son (who is the spitting image of him), his wife or friends in the audience

[@jabba0017]

On an MTV "AL TV" show, Weird Al had a mock interview with George and "commended" George for doing song parodies longer than he had. Weird Al said he loved George's parody of "He's So Fine".

[@labspeciman7402]

Al is classic. I love his funny songs and this is mad respect for George.

[@chuckdeezul2180]

This has got to be one of the GREATEST cover versions of this George Harrison classic! 'Weird Al' RIPPED IT!

[@Randumbify]

I could not agree more.

[@stevejames671]

Yeah, the band knocked this one out of the park. I'm glad Al sung it straight.

[@ursafan40]

+Chuck Deezul I agree. Great cover. Weird Al is a surprisingly good front man and vocalist when he plays it straight.

[@markwinberry8095]

ursafan40 plays it straight?? Are you fucking kidding me? I came to the comment section hoping to leave a , wow it's jim Morrison comment hoping that there wouldn't be a hundred of them. Nope just a bunch of idiots claiming great serious straight performance. Are u assholes for real?

[@gregorywheless3064]

Mark Winberry no they're not assholes . It's called their opinions which I agree with . Go troll somewhere else with your nasty comments . You're showing disrespect to George , his son , and musicians that loved the man and his music.

[@mshow81]

I think George would like this interpretation.

[@Randumbify]

It's the best I've heard.

[@faklemt]

mshow81 tr

[@jfrd-pw4hk]

George will definitely love Weird Al. That's just the guy George is.

[@shorty2519]

He would have; they were friends.

[@amoody9088]

No doubt. Tears of joy.

[@roguelead72]

Clicked on it out of curiosity, amazed by how good it is.

[@raindeerprojekt4119]

He put it all in there Well done good Sir

[@MiltonJenkins]

Band is out of sight.

[@kimmyisgreen2929]

Mind exploding

[@juanalvaroherrera1962]

You're right. Wait, What are you doing here Wedge?!

[@cowsongs]

When he's not jumping around, you can see how he really concentrates, even closing his eyes a lot. He's really trying NOT to make a joke of this, and do it justice. And he succeeds. This is a really excellent cover of this song, probably as good as any live performance I've seen of Harrison singing it himself.

[@MiltonJenkins]

All did it with LOVE in his heart and it spread to us who see it.

[@michaelvenditti5266]

wow

[@sgc777]

It is 5 years later and I am still amazed! This video always brings a smile to my face! Thanks again, AL!

[@SuzysRedStripes]

George Harrison and Weird Al are the best of the best on their own. Together, they are magical.

[@bsquared4604]

He's such positive light.

[@bsquared4604]

I agree. He really is.

[@fumble_brewski5410]

Holy moly!! Did I just hear the greatest cover ever of George Harrison"s "What Is Life"? Weird Al's got some serious rock 'n roll chops. Astounding performance!!

[@paulj6756]

That's what makes his parodies so great.

[@robinwagner3293]

Really. Amazing.

[@Gunners_Mate_Guns]

It's so cool that Al is also a legit great singer. I miss George, a true genius of his craft.

[@stephanginther9051]

People tend to forget...the man's got a *voice.* He could totally be a normal singer if he wanted to which....I'm betting no one really wants that...this world needs Weird Al.

[@lyndatietjen5953]

Love your take on this. Yes, Al CAN sing! If he couldn't, would he still be here? Btw, Al and George were very close friends, like Eric Idle ( Monty Python). George had a very dry and ironic sense of humor, but he loved slapstick too.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

This world needs Jesus. Weird Al cannot save your soul.

[@stephanginther9051]

@@JohnSmith-uy7sv Who the heck suggested he could? Don't jump to weird conclusions.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

@@stephanginther9051 You did. ."I'm betting no one really wants that...this world needs Weird Al."

[@stephanginther9051]

@@JohnSmith-uy7sv I meant that in a general 'the world needs humor sense' that doesn't mean in a spiritual sense. You made that conclusion all by yourself. You invented an extra meaning behind my words.

[@Grazimoto1]

Weird Al truly is the best! Not only does he passionately and respectably perform such a great George Harrison classic, he also injects a little comedy by taking a selfie with the crowd during the performance! Not enough words to describe how much love and respect I have for Weird Al!

[@KellieAnn71]

I love to watch him dance with reckless abandon; he looks like he's made of rubber bands. He is his own person without apology. What a concept!!

[@aramakikachou1917]

There is only one certainity in this mad world: Weird Al Yankovic is awesome.

[@kitcarr4668]

Without a doubt ... BUT ... ROFL cos you forgot about DEATH and TAXES :-) :-) :-)

[@shorty2519]

He always beem, and always will be.

[@dreamshooter90]

@@kitcarr4668 It's thieft.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

No, only Jesus Christ can save your soul. Trust in God, not Weird Al.

[@danfoss1535]

What do you think George was singing about in this song? Weird Al? John Lennon? Patti Boyd? Drugs?

[@Jayk129]

Anyone who is undecided if Al belongs in the Rock ‘n Roll hall of fame should watch this. Al being a straight up amazing Rock Star front man.

[@SamiJ1508]

Weird Al is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

[@thetooginator153]

Weird Al has a good voice, but he makes up for it in enthusiasm, respect and reverence. He’s not calling attention to himself in this performance, rather expressing his happiness at the opportunity to do it. I think his parodies work so well because they always seem to be done with a sense of respect for the art. Even his “Smells Like Teen Spirit” is so well done that it makes a person respect the original song/video even more. That’s my take anyway.

[@thomashottle3114]

Kurt Cobain thought it was hysterical. Dave Grohl said he was afraid to go to the video shoot.

[@MrThermostatic]

But where are the background singers?

[@dankewillcommen]

@@MrThermostatic Behind the horns. They are unlighted for some reason.

[@kenkellam3691]

That's one reason he won't do a parody without the artist's blessing--he has respect for the artists, and apparently they respect him as well.

[@StanleyRodgers]

Coolio would disagree with you! Seriously, you are spot on with that. He never insults the source material, he just has fun with it while respecting it.

[@nipperdog7777]

When he looks over his left shoulder, he is giving props to the backup singers. He is such an excellent artist.

[@SomeCanine]

Al is seriously one of the most talented musicians on Earth. No knock on any of these other great musicians. Al is just legendary.

[@libertyjustice2703]

This is not an easy song to sing especially the high notes. Al has just the right range for this and does a superb job.

[@rockoperajon]

One thing I love about this performance is that even though it sounds very similar to the original song, the meaning feels different. The original song feels like a love song directed at a romantic partner, or as has sometimes been interpreted, to a higher power. But the way Al performs this, it feels like a love song directed at his audience specifically. What is his life without the love of his fans? We can see he’s more than just a comedian or a rockstar, he’s really baring his soul on the stage. His soul just happens to be a bit silly.

[@BobBlec]

Weird Al sings George Harrison!!! And NAILS it!!! For those of you who are surprised, don't be; Weird Al is an EXCEPTIONAL musician! To do what he does, he HAS to be a VERY skilled musician (same here); he makes his parodies look easy! They're not. It's not just a matter of writing clever parodies; the performance has to be just as good as the originals! That takes a very high degree of talent and musicianship! Notice that there's very few people - if any - who can even approach Weird Al's level of musicianship for song parodies! Weird Al is the real thing!!! 👍👍👍

[@HubbaBubbaD]

That man can perform.

[@lazzy2012]

That’s what she said

[@RyanWehr]

Holy shit he killed that.

[@ColKurtz-xr9ie]

Despite all Al's silliness he is a great performer. He hits the grand slam when he performs "What is Life"

[@sophiet1576]

Less than half of the songs on AL's 14 studio albums are parodies. AL is an incredible songwriter. He alsk writes songs for movies, tv and commercials. I went to 4 of his originals only tours. Only played his original songs and the crowds went nuts. He's amazing!!!

[@jedijud]

New found respect for werid al

[@AlwaysHalloween000]

Absolutely

[@f.frederickskitty2910]

I never realized Weird Al was a legitimately awesome singer. Nice job.

[@dbc105]

Thank you Al for singing it the way George wrote.

[@johngordon5295]

He did that magnificent song justice . I'm impressed

[@NemesisOwl]

Truly and under rated musician. Weird Al never gets enough credit

[@Randumbify]

Agreed. People tend to dismiss him and his band because they aren't "serious".

[@sgtpepper1138]

Because they just think of it as goofy music. Little do a lot of people know, Al and the band are recreating all the parts to pretty much any style of music, they don't use the backing tracks to the songs.

[@ihavefallenandicantreachmy2113]

A legend has it, that "Al" receives credit, when one(or more)big timey singers and/or songwriters give him permission to parodize one (or more) of their songs. A Legendary amount of credit, for A Living legend, "Al" has received, over the years. A Lot, too, or, ALso

[@fnjesusfreak]

He's underrated as a singer and his band's underrated as musicians.

[@MiltonJenkins]

I hope this Atrings added tour fixes that. Packed houses everywhere, and seeing is believing. Best show ever.

[@jtownley-jones4691]

everyone is having such a great time, eveb the other musicians

[@MrCtsSteve]

I just found this today and I'm honestly blown TF away . Wow . He nailed that

[@tvactorninjaho]

Mr. Yankovic is a National Treasure to be protected at all costs.

[@davidfrench4477]

Damn, Weird Al really killed this. That's impressive.

[@JPWillson]

He wasn't being just a "singer", he was being a PERFORMER, and still is, one of the greatest

[@kammhron]

Weird Al ain't so weird! Good job.

[@jhouck1969]

Great editing job on this video - for a bunch of random cellphone vids cobbled together, this is really well done... And Weird Al is, of course, just awesome.

[@mikemcintyre3961]

The guy has never let us down.

[@kellypatterson9456]

He caught his niche and made millions of bucks and fans! He is a great singer and I love this dude for being a music industry back door genius!

[@zoeym4868]

People in the biz acknowledge that Al created his own niche. There was nothing like it before and he made it up and made it successful. It's not like someone created it and hired him. This is another reason why I look up to Al as a role model, he's brave enough to make his own path, when there isn't one that goes where he wants to go.

[@zoeym4868]

Al is my spirit animal.

[@thebettybestshow]

I'm sure the organizers of this George Harrison tribute event were blown away. I doubt if the musicians who played with him on this song were prepared for such a superb rendition of Harrison's song. The wonderful 77 cover songs he and his band performed on his 2018 tour prove their incredible versatility and showcase the talent his fans have enjoyed for decades.

[@dwightswan2265]

Im pretty sure they rehearsed it many times ..so they knew Al has some magic for this song.

[@lindathetford3776]

ALS VOICE PARODY OR SERIOUS IS ABSOLUTLEY INCREDIBLE!!! ❤❤❤❤😍

[@rosebyanyname]

George’s son Dhani has been friends with Al for years!

[@ronaldball9389]

Anyone that knows Al work would already know how great of a singer and live performer he is. Plenty of musicians already familiar with his talent. It’s just the general public that isn’t. I’ve seen plenty of people often refer to his live shows as the best show their been to or at least up there with the best. And I can see how they feel that way, with his energy, quality vocals, great band, comedy, good production value and so on. It’s how he has managed to forge out a 4 decade long career where many are lucky to survive beyond a few albums.

[@jaimecarrera5885]

Excelente, expectacular perform❤😮

[@lyndatietjen5953]

Genius. Pure genius. What's not to love here?

[@ZackyDog]

Thanks for uploading, that was really great. Dare I say, better than George's (and I'm a big Beatles and George fan)?

[@phogue1]

If you've never seen Al live, you have missed out. Amazing shows, brilliant songs. He's not just a guy who does parodies.

[@herbertguzman8642]

I met Al at Six Flags Magic Mountain very humble man even waited in line with us for the rides.

[@janetgeuy8815]

I could watch this endlessly

[@DodgerOfZion]

This rendition filled a void in my life I didn't realize existed.

[@ractsninjas]

Super underrated singer

[@douglasernst9477]

This not what I expected when I clicked on this video. Holy Crap! Al singing a serious song? And singing damn good as well. I love it

[@CharlesSmall-l5k]

Wow. At the 2:07 mark the sax player leans to his left so Weird Al has a clean view of the killer backing vocals he wants to recognize. Amazing band members making sure all get the props they deserve.

[@fretboy33]

My hero.

[@paulthompkins4150]

I'm going to see him next month and I...CANT...WAIT!!!

[@NashB.-qm2cb]

I’ve always said that Weird Al is a great singer. The fact that he has parodied such a wide range of different artists, and yet somehow he always manages to sound like every artist he parodies.

[@peteyleewheatstraw6093]

I'm sorry but he did an amazing job with this cover! He misses George as much as we all do!!

[@timsanderson5572]

Regular Al

[@cornelldgreen]

😁😂😂😂

[@lindathetford3776]

I'M CRYING 😄😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😊

[@itwontcomeout5678]

Normal Al

[@obamna666]

Alfred

[@lizhuamanciza3576]

@@obamna666 Weird Al es tremendo artista y George estaría muy feliz con esta versión

[@justplainjimmy3601]

Weird Al sure does an incredible version.

[@Randumbify]

Absolutely!! Very impressive.

[@Radiofriendlyshifter]

My brother in law is a huge Al fan. My wife got us tickets to go see him perform last year. I was blown away, totally impressed and did not expect him and his band to be so top notch!! Not to mention it was hilarious, just did not expect such an incredible performance

[@r.e.l.lerner64]

Weird Al is definitely underrated as a musician/vocalist. This was a helluva performance!

[@Dantibody]

Protect Weird Al at all costs

[@2degucitas]

His accordion is actually a flak jacket.

[@DBEdwards]

A HUNDRED STARS RATING FROM MY HEART. A THOUSAND AND ONE FROM MY SOUL

[@kevinfoley2245]

I wish he'd do the Super Bowl halftime show.

[@NewYawkahBroad]

Is there anything Al can't do? He's incredible.

[@PianoSoulos]

He's a genuine musician, overlooked behind the humor at times.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

He can't save your soul. Only Jesus Christ can do that.

[@NewYawkahBroad]

@@JohnSmith-uy7sv Jesus already did :-)

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

@@NewYawkahBroad Not weird Al. Amen.

[@fugithegreat]

That selfie during the instrumental break... 😂 also, the man must be made of rubber!

[@datbx]

its so sweet how many people can just get together to celebrate george :) makes me smile

[@cowsongs]

You are dead right. George Harrison was a thoughtful, intelligent, artistic, talented and very sincere man. Only a total sociopath could not like George Harrison.

[@yadaydada123]

Amazing. Actually.

[@markcarrillo2445]

Saw him last night here in San Antonio. He Rocked it like a mother and his band was tight. So talented.

[@robinwagner3293]

Omg. Go Al! Love this guy. He is amazing.

[@steviegee9606]

The vocals at the 2 minute mark when he goes into the second chorus are just ridiculous. Man he’s talented

[@myfavoritemartian1]

George Harrison has his piece of history and it keeps getting bigger. 53 years now since this song came out. Most performers are forgotten in 10 or less.

[@BubblesSeven]

Some chops there, kudos Al xx

[@shanewisniewski2]

Al kickin ass!

[@kmars21]

Nobody has more fun singing than Al

[@mopfautneddy9007]

I nearly puked at hearing the voice of Ron DeeSantis in the commercial. Took a minute to recover. That's one of my all-time favorite songs and Al nailed it - complete with gnomes! He always has a great band.

[@cybersal7]

This is a beautiful song, and he does it more justice than most.

[@juliechanslor6768]

Wow! Who knew he could actually sing? Awesome cover!

[@zoeym4868]

Why do funny lyrics make it impossible to appreciate that Al's got a great voice Al's been singing straight covers on his Vanity Tours and he's amazing!!!!

[@zoeym4868]

American Woman has recently been posted on KZbin, Al blows it out of the water. Check it out. Type in, Weird Al, American Woman.

[@ronaldball9389]

Anybody that has heard most of his hits over the past 40 years would know that. Even Don McLean has said his parody is better than the original. I don’t really get how people can think you can survive 40 years doing what he does without being able to sing.

[@cindylewwho]

Weird Al is just such a national treasure. Thanks Al for all the laughter, and for all the the rest that you do ! You are most definitely one of the most underrated performers of all time! Love from the Jersey Shore. Keep ROCKING AL!!’ Love you ❤!!!

[@desmondcrosland7884]

Love this man’s dedication to entertainment. Stay weird Al. We need you

[@wheelzwheela]

Looks like he is really enjoying himself

[@shawnuel]

He has a REALLY top notch band and musical arranger. One of the best working bands in the business.

[@jessicapruitt5841]

Oh man, this made my heart happy!

[@luurchify]

He needs to put out an cover album!. Not just parodies. Proper covers!

[@StevenSmith-x8g]

I'm sure George was smiling

[@mikeschiesel2852]

Breathtaking

[@billypate2479]

wow weird Al singing seriously!

[@Randumbify]

I know right?

[@AaronLitz]

Most people don't seem to realize that Al is a lot more than just a "funnyman", he's a straight-up awesome musician. :)

[@lous8619]

I expected this to be a parody. Ultimate tribute lol

[@pyotr576]

He's got to have some serious chops to play/sing "badly" so well.

[@billygarcia9885]

I feel like he’s always given nothing but the highest commitment level to all his songs. The man was born to perform, he and his band are one of the most consistent musical groups for DECADES. Tours and albums for days.

[@drsgtpepper95]

His vocals are inspiring, actually insanely good.

[@spacejunk2494]

Al voice just gets better with age. He’s rocking it so hard man!!

[@ChrisSmith88love]

The George Harrison Leprechauns was a good touch. Glad to see you are still doing Festivals, traveling around in your Big Tour Bus. GO Weird Al!

[@zippygogo3660]

would be cool to see Al do a serious cover album, he is a rock star, great voice

[@kelleysweat8099]

One of the very few times I've ever heard him cover a song in its original wording. He does a terrific job...

[@joanna8967]

AL sang a different straight cover every night on his Originals only tours in 2018 and 2022/2023. There's a bunch of them that people posted on You Tube. They're all good, but a bunch are incredible!!! American Woman, Rebel Yell, Fire and Rain and Natural Woman are a few of my favorites.

[@PorkStew1]

Truly a one of a kind human being. There will never be another Weird Al, ever.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

There will never be another Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save the world from their sins.

[@cybersal7]

What’s wrong with you? Stop being a troll. We’re talking about a specific performance a specific song I’ve been a Christian my whole life and you turn people off.

[@virginiaconner3340]

He could have been a great serious singer, but he doesn't do serious. Better singer than many so-called serious singers, but W-Al has more fun.