Rob Thomas "Father Figure" (George Michael Cover) Live @ The Music Box at The Borgata

[@ghoppr71]

Had a beer with Rob between sets at the Five Points Music Hall in Birmingham, Al in 1996 when Matchbox Twenty was still playing small clubs... He was a great guy. I'll treasure that night forever.

[@maroonsn95]

Man I miss the Music Hall. We use to get all the big acts in Bham back then.

[@daniellebauer3678]

You are blessed. I hope to shake hands with him one day.

[@daniellebauer3678]

Actually I will hug him and cry. So grateful for the music he brought forth.

[@LeonardO-bi9yy]

Rob is awesome tried to get him to play heavy last year had lyrics with me and all shown the band they were in awe of it told us how it was written during a sound check and autographed them for me... didn't play that song but we told them how overjoyed was our first dance at our wedding and they played that and dedicated it to us its on here just search overjoyed saratoga ny

[@joannesamarati]

Wow you are so lucky!!!

[@juliecantu5785]

Omg.....George would have absolutely loved this tribute to him. Rob...you are phenomenal. I shed tears with this. Rip George....gone but NEVER forgotten❤

[@Oddballbecool2015]

He is a treasure, George Michael with and without wham lives forever...

[@sharonbythesea9338]

Very touching to hear Rob's memories of his friend George Michael. I can imagine that Rob would have had George's back at a moments' notice when life and others hurt him. George Michael was an extraordinary soul. No lip-singing or auto-tune, powerhouse voice, and his songwriting abilities have never and will never be replaced. Sincere gratitude to Rob Thomas for this tribute. I miss him still...

[@jenwatson7211]

this man just gets more beautiful with age!

[@courtneypercifield7613]

Jen Watson oh my yes he does!!

[@ursulaturner7980]

I agree completely!!💖

[@teresadebiasio7739]

Jen Watson Yes he sure does !!!

[@angelmitchell5255]

Yes he does!!

[@abigailknight5836]

I agree

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

If Rob did an entire tribute album to George I would buy that faster than anything I've ever bought in my life!

[@stephaniebrown9799]

Same here.

[@EJBgraphics]

Randomly came upon this... gave me chills

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

I have watched this before and have been avoiding it because George Michael was my all time favorite and my first love at age nine, back in 1984. So it's hard for me. I was so touched by his words about George and then when he started to sing I just burst into tears. This is so beautiful. I love rob too, he's so real, so talented and so amazing. Just like George. I die to hear this. I just die. My heart breaks in the most bittersweet way.

[@teresadebiasio7739]

Me too . George was my favorite singer and song writer . Icon !!!! Rob did him proud . 😥😥😥

[@charlaheiser7234]

@@teresadebiasio7739 Rob played an amazing tribute to George. I appreciated stumbling across this because both of their music has touched my soul in my years. I went to a matchbox 20 concert in Pittsburgh alone a couple years back. First opportunity ever to see them play live. I cannot get long day out of my head!! Even still that is my iconic anthem. First time to Express my music interest online at 48 yo. Tribute to George was just incredible and authentic styling. This is why I,'m commenting. Just both amazing artists. Xoxo

[@cjmg321]

Chills, indeed. ❤️ Gorgeous...

[@elissacasiano1969]

@@charlaheiser7234that is my all time favorite song of theirs. I’ve loved them since I was 14 and they are amazing live!

[@jrwheeler81]

He is like fine wine. He just keeps looking better and better as he ages!

[@JF32304]

Rob is one of my absolute favorite artists, I've listened to him for over 20 years. You can feel the passion through THAT mic!! I'd love to meet him sometime! (mind blown) Cheers, Rob!

[@nickshelton8561]

If anybody feels you Jesse I feel you man. I love this guy. I'm really looking forward to 2022 show in Tuscaloosa. Will be my first time! I have been listening close to 20 years. I sing 3 a.m. and mad season in the shower all the time. Mad season is my fav I think but it's really hard to choose.

[@JF32304]

@@nickshelton8561 I remember walking through the halls of my high school going to another class and I'd put the headphones on and go into my own world.

[@kimberlyfaluoticovantassel2337]

Thank you Rob...this needed doing. "Listen Without Prejudice" should be known as BOTH an amazing albulm and a motto for LIFE☮️🌎☯️🥰

[@Crazybob07]

This is the best tribute I've seen to George. Well done Rob. You did him proud. 🙏🏻

[@vanessaschweizer4613]

So very lovely and he has been a part of my life and for so very long and he is just as good as George and this proves that

[@TinTinner77]

You are so right. Rob's rendition is amazing. Excellent job Rob this is beautiful😊😊😢😢

[@teresadebiasio7739]

Crazybob07 He sure did . George Michael was great ❤️❤️❤️

[@MrSamadolfo]

😥 yes! 😥

[@ShadaxOfTheRift]

I agree 100%. Rob Thomas has been a part of my life since I sang smooth in school when it first came out. My favorite artist of all time. I adored George Michael as well, and George would have been so proud of Rob for doing this. I actually personally think this rendition is even better than George Michaels version. Rob absolutely gave this his all and knocked it out of the park. I highly recommend checking out his cover of Tracy Chapman and Elton John's tiny dancer as well.

[@HaydensMammah]

Wow. Incredible. George is smiling that incredible smile he had.

[@CrestoneMountains]

SHUT UP!!!! WOW... this is AMAZING! As a singer, GM songs are notoriously hard to sing, and this is one of the hardest because of the chorus - Mr Thomas, who I've adored since Back 2 Good in '96 is truly rock royalty IMHO with all the hits he's done and album tracks which amaze like "The Difference". GM RIP!!! LEGEND!!! Saw GM twice, it was UNBELIEVABLE.

[@librarybooks668]

"GM songs are notoriously hard to sing"..... yes yes yes

[@lauriemahoney1935]

That really moved me. It's a tough song to sing and noone can sing it like George but Rob's cover was lovely. I could tell he put his heart and soul into singing it. Meant every word. Beautiful. I miss George Michael. He was extraordinary.

[@miketomvlogs1506]

Laurie Mahoney i sing amateur and trying to do his version is tough in front of a crowd...kudos

[@naeru5810]

I like Rob's version better.

[@timothywest959]

wow

[@JF32304]

You can see the passion!!!

[@jcia879]

Came across this by accident...just gave me chills... amazing Rob! RIP GM gone too soon

[@librarybooks668]

Now this guy has the emotion and heart to cover a George Michael song... even if nothing will ever compare to the original.... RT does a credible job, at least. Love ya, Rob... I was so initially surprised to hear how much you were inspired by GM but now it makes so much sense. xx

[@teresadebiasio7739]

library books Yes it does make sense now

[@JH-lj5rz]

👍

[@daniellebauer3678]

Seriously! RT delivers. I am so grateful to have seen him in MI.

[@daniellebauer3678]

The chords in the song are heavy.

[@joane5777]

I cried after I heard Rob's story about George. What a beautiful tribute Rob! He was so loved by so many...

[@sherryputman8101]

My daughter waited on him at a restaurant in Dallas. She knew George's songs, but didn't really know him. Later when she told me that she met him I was so jealous. I made her listen to his songs. I was hoping that she would appreciate him.

[@mariadrizou5510]

Greece- Cyprus will be always proud for George... We thank everyone how honor his memory ❤️❤️❤️

[@NN-bs8qd]

I remember the moment I heard about George's death. I was just waking up and reading the headlines. Cried like a a baby.

[@giotakalantzi7582]

still crying...

[@heathermiller6046]

I never would've imagined Rob giving such a great cover, but damn his voice was perfect for this song! Just the right amount of smooth and power for a GM song. Not the biggest fan of his music growing up, but definitely have a newfound respect for him in covering this song and honoring George's memory 😊

[@Angie821]

Heather Miller You should search Rob Thomas or Matchbox Twenty cover songs on KZbin. He is phenomenal at singing all kinds of hit songs. I’ve got like over 50 in my phone library. His voice is excellent.

[@naeru5810]

@@Angie821 inxs

[@nickshelton8561]

Rob Thomas is a visionary. Just like George Michael. One great honoring another. It's wonderful. Rob and Kyle covered "time after time". Go check that out. I love EVERY SINGLE matchbox Twenty song. I love damn near all of Rob's solo stuff too. Rob Thomas has been my biggest influencer. I can't wait to go see MB20 live in Tuscaloosa next year. My favorite band of all time and I'm finally gonna get to see em. I hope I get to shake this guy's hand. So awesome to find out he was friends with George. I love a lot of his songs too. This is just a good thing. Rob Thomas also covered "I wanna dance with somebody" go check that out too. This dude is on top of his game all the time.

[@sidarthagaur4969]

Awesome cover. Rob has truly sung it from his heart and done justice to it. Truly brought tears to my eyes. George Michael would be very proud of him. Truly exceptional.

[@jenniferdolson8148]

He is just such an expressive vocalist, there is emotion in every word, I think that's why you never get bored listening to him

[@JF32304]

Yes there is!

[@BrianandLesliesMommy]

I've loved Rob Thomas since the very beginning. What a wonderfully kind man he is.

[@LalaChristmas]

I think it’s so cool that Rob and His wife got to know George and had a friendship . I love that

[@DawnXMarie]

"That's All I Wanted- Something Special, Something Sacred." ... thank you Rob.

[@teresadebiasio7739]

Dawn Smithcamp Thank you George . Great song !!

[@yvonnedutoit5448]

Oh WoW, Always been a huge Fan of GM... Rob is doing a great Job of this Song. Nice to hear Rob was Enspired by GM. One of my Favorite Songs by George Michael. Love it when Rob plays the Piano....

[@genovalinde5773]

Very cool.😁

[@justmissjamey]

Rob is so amazing and talented!!! Seems like a sweet and caring guy..his wife is a super lucky woman

[@Angie821]

Justmiss jamey I’ve met him three times and he is the best. Humble, funny as hell, warm, caring, genuine, giving...and those are just a few reasons why he is also my favorite musician. ❤️ That voice, his songwriting...powerful and moving. He’s helped me through a lot of lifes ups and downs. So many more songs than what you just hear on the radio. He’s so underrated. 🎶

[@blackclavish]

Angela Ramirez > That’s funny because I think you’re the only one saying Rob’s underrated.

[@naeru5810]

I want a Rob Thomas

[@danamathews5712]

Rob - class act, ultimate talent and tribute to G. Michael. Powerful, thanks for this!! George Michael was a great talent.

[@bernlin2000]

Puts me to tears...such a beautiful song, and a lovely, simple tribute by Rob. We lost George too early :(

[@52balance]

Great!! Better than either the Grammys or Brits tribute...that's what my "ear" tells me...)))

[@lisaoldwithsomanywhys5487]

Thank you Rob for being so sensitive & caring about George ❤️👏🏻❤️

[@lyallg8112]

My favourite George Michael song, sung by one of the best singer/song writers of our time.

[@Angie821]

Lyall Blanco I concur!!

[@trashedbodomguy]

Check out tom waits

[@lyallg8112]

mike newbill , Tom Waits is quite knew to me... (I adore Sam Cooke, Bobby Darin, Matt Monro, Elvis and so many more), but I’ve only just stumbled across Waits. Did he cover this song?

[@trashedbodomguy]

@@lyallg8112 tom waits has no need to cover anyone.people cover him if they could.dive deep in tom.first 5 albums are classics

[@lyallg8112]

mike newbill , ok.... but since it’s a comment under this post I thought it must have been relevant to the song. Yep, no worries.... I had already doubted that Waits did covers. This iconic song would sound weird with Wait’s gravel voice in my opinion.😂

[@SRTW67]

It’s so neat to hear how musicians inspire each other. Always and forever, George Michael will live on.

[@mististallard]

This man still gives me chills with the emotion in his voice!

[@jeffcbuchacher]

Both Rob's words and this amazing cover are a wonderful tribute to George Michael. This cover is one of the very best I've ever heard because it shows great regard for the song and George but at the same time Rob makes it his own. Great stuff!

[@yvonnedutoit5448]

Absolutely!!

[@yvonnedutoit5448]

My thoughts Exactly... I happen to be a huge Fan of GM.. may he RiP... My whole Body had Chills... Ive never heard any other Artist sing this Song with so much Passion.. Ps. I AM a Huge Fan of Rob Thomas...& MB 20.. My Dream is to meet Rob, maybe in 2021... Depending on the Corona 19 Virus...

[@xxXXxx-te2if]

i cry so much when a musician dies. music means so much to me , and the gift these incredible people give. it really gets to me and makes me so hurt. it feels like i lost a friend.

[@teresadebiasio7739]

xxX Xxx me too . I love music . And will forever miss George

[@debbiewilliams3363]

I have and always will love George. From the first hit to the end I adored him and his music. I have been a fan of Rob for a long time and can really hear and feel the emotion he put into this. Thank-you for not ruining a classic

[@debbiewilliams3363]

@Rob Thomas Music Lovers can you msg me as I don’t know how to do msgs on here

[@debbiewilliams3363]

@Rob Thomas Music Lovers I have 3 times but KZbin delete it

[@deannascott8171]

WOW! Amazing tribute to Geroge Michael, beautifully done. Rob Thomas made George proud for sure. Well done!

[@onepman]

i gotta say, rob thomas sounds (talking) NOTHING like what i would have thought he would. at first i thought i was listening to someone else with his name. crazy how he talks like this and sings like...THAT. hats off, man.

[@indigochild58]

Rob Thomas (and the background instruments) does this cover absolutely perfect on piano. Can’t stop listening 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@kitkit5515]

2023 😢miss George Michael he was one of my favorite singers growing up in the 80s. What a wonderful tribute 👏🏼

[@lisadebergerwheeler7306]

It touched me to my soul. TY Rob. TY George Michael for the love of music and sharing it all with us. Continue resting in peace.

[@abimadef]

Stunning tribute to the late great George Michael. Thank you for posting this ❤️❤️❤️

[@corrinajuday4710]

The absolute voice of a Angel. Such a amazing soul

[@fwai2hk]

Thank you Rob for bringing memory of George Michael. It is a sad, sad loss.

[@Brightblueeyesangel]

He does an amazing job... and a sweet beautiful tribute to George Michael. Brings tears to my eyes.. Thank you for sharing..

[@codyperkinsmusic]

Nothing is ever going to top this ever. God...what a moving performance and reflection on the greatest of all time.

[@pmthedonutgirl5221]

George michael is smiling upon this glory!

[@karenreardon5398]

Rob Thomas is one of those entertainers who posesses class and grace to go with his monumental talent.❤😊.🎉

[@VarietyMusicLover]

beautiful tribute and that piano wow much talent rob thomas

[@rolybling]

Thanks Rob, you put your heart into it.

[@zia3177]

Rest in peace my Legend. Thank you for your memories of GM Rob❤️

[@tonibroussard8452]

this is just sad, it's all so sad isn't it. i miss you, George Micheal.

[@emilykrina6385]

George Michael was one of the greatest singer and Rob has beautiful voices also but nowonder as he took George thats inspired him❤

[@amgarbe4952]

I can not listen to covers of George Michael as for me no one comes near. I stand corrected well done Rob.

[@kickroxeatdust3826]

Thank you for doing this Mr. Thomas!!! George was the love of my life!!!

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

Me too... Since I was about 9 years old when I first heard him

[@esateire]

Ultraviolet Morgan ❤️love George too. Thankyou Mr. Thomas

[@teresadebiasio7739]

Mine too . From Wham till his death . RIP George .

[@samadhi1414]

My two favorite artists of all time...George Michael and Rob Thomas. Of course they were friends. It makes so much sense. Thank you!!!

[@ladymay30]

Nice and kind words from Rob Thomas. Like he said George Michael was an amazing and iconic artist. Thank you for this nice tribute.....

[@margiesouthern3067]

Rob Thomas got the best voice I love to hear him sing .and he so handsome.

[@deoncrowe2015]

Is there anything better than have your favorite 90's sing George Michael?

[@TNT4LYFE72]

YOUR FAVORITE 80'S

[@AnnMarg4]

Superb cover best I have ever seen!!

[@Alans6563]

Wow what a great cover version this is. Well done Rob Thomas! I'm sure George himself would have been really proud to hear this. Well done.

[@stabenheimer]

Alans6563 would have*

[@janecarolhogue3140]

I'm 68 and I really enjoy Mr Thomas's music

[@debfan74]

I would love for Rob to put this to an album in the future!

[@denisehedden13]

🥀It's not who you love Or how you love It's that you love🥀 🥀RIP George Michaels We Love You🥀☝️🥀

[@teresadebiasio7739]

Denise Hedden so true !! Love and miss you , George 😢😢😢

[@AgathaG1692]

George and Rob, my 2 favorite singers. This is awesome. 😍

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

It touches my heart every time he speaks of George.

[@TheHappyheart77]

Such a lovely tribute,and A genuinely good cover.Georges` songs are so hard to take on.He had the voice of an angel ,and will for sure be singing with them now.Miss you George.Sleep peacefully..xx

[@lalaLansa-aGoof]

I'm having trouble seeing my keys through my tears but I don't care, I just had to say how moved I was by this performance and thank you for sharing it. I loved George Michael too and was shocked and really saddened by his sudden death at such a relatively young age. You did him great honor with this performance.

[@franciscomilaniii1608]

Beautiful. Thanks Guy for sharing this video.

[@janetbowen4835]

Oh wow I've never seen this before. Brilliant !!!!!

[@ryanlove1997]

Beautiful Rob great tribute and I loved what you said about George Michael he was awesome and I loved Rob's version of this song

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

This is something special, something sacred. 💗

[@theresaporto9752]

I remember that Christmas... Such a great song... you are such an awesome talent... if anyone besides Michael is to sing that song it's you... Thank you Rob

[@wendibuckner982]

Mr Thomas. You did the song beautifully. Made my heart warm Thanks for sharing your love and gift with me . George Michael will live forever as long as there are voices like your keeping his songs alive .RIP....

[@marizen2404]

wonderful! Your words about George Michael made me sad....will miss him forever.

[@teresadebiasio7739]

marizen2 George was my favorite singer and song writer !! I will always miss him

[@denisehedden13]

🥀Beautiful🥀This is a powerful song and so glad Rob Thomas made it his own in honor of George Michaels he was so Beautiful inside and out! I love this song. 🥀RIP George Michaels We Love You🥀☝️

[@Ali-ch7uy]

Oh my goodness!! This gave me the chills.....What a lovely tributr to George Michael!

[@yvonnedutoit5448]

Loved George Michael, Listen to his Music still now, Rob really did George Proud with this Cover of Father Figure! One of my Fav Songs by GM...💖💖

[@jtunderwood5545]

Freck, props to you for catching this and putting up such a good recording of it. I love Rob and MB20. Defining music for me over the past 25 years.

[@ShellBelle950]

Love you Rob! Love George!! Thank you for paying a beautiful tribute to such a beautiful, timeless man💕💖 Love you both, till the end of time😍 xoxo

[@emercycrite]

Literally chills up and down my arms

[@robertacolarette1594]

I can really listen to this. He sings it with such heart. You can tell he knew and loved and admired George. I can’t stand imitators but he’s not doing that. This is a tribute. Well done Rob. Inspired!

[@lisaevans9489]

SO WELL

[@teresadebiasio7739]

Well done !!!

[@tonyalee487]

Rob no other artist could compare to you. Your voice is so amazing and it gives me chills when you sing and George would not only be very happy but honored to hear you sing his song. God bless you.

[@courtneydailey7428]

wonderful! Your words about George Michael made me sad....will miss him forever. Great!! Better than either the Grammys or Brits tribute...that's what my "ear" tells me...)))

[@barbaranewhall9708]

What a beautiful tribute to GM and done with such reverence. Both men are amazing artists, we are lucky to have their music, they have made a difference......🥰🌹

[@djjaewon]

killer cover from a killer singer!

[@paulmatthews4332]

Absolutely stunning !!! Sung with feeling and passion. Does justice to an amazing song. Rob Thomas is a simply brilliant vocalist.

[@lilnapoleon6046]

I love these sessions. You've raised me with that beautifully complex voice. Your music has evolved and grown as you've aged and I've been a fan since the beginning.

[@geraldinedrevnak9993]

Rob Thomas is amazing Rest Easy George you gave this world so much ;'(

[@teresadebiasio7739]

Geraldine Drevnak He sure did . The best songs ever written and sung by his angelic voice . Miss George

[@AlexaOre]

Great rendition of this song! Rob is such a great performer❤

[@lastpenny849]

Beautifully done Rob. Fond memories of this Album, had some really great songs.

[@jennycallaghan9392]

Thank rob. His music meant a lot to a lot of people. Beautifully said too.

[@jelton52]

George Michael was my first crush, he sang passion, love and feelings that we all had as teenagers. I miss him, thank you Rob, for taking me back to that time.

[@joanneadair9227]

Lovely memories for you Rob and you give us lovely memories too. Great cover. Thank you.

[@frankeeproductions446]

Thanks for sharing. So Beautiful. Rob, you totally made this song shine!

[@lisautley9267]

I wish everyone could feel that way

[@starnevaeh777]

I believe that he can sing any song. He is a 100 percent and it shows.

[@tinatreitler9192]

Wow...I didn't know that story...George Micheal is one of my all time favs...glad I came across this watching MB20 and RT videos...😌

[@melissabrown646]

This was beautifully sung, Rob! It brought tears to my eyes! Well done! 💗

[@itzanopinion]

The 85 'dis-likes' are from people who didn't have a *father figure* in their lives growing up!

[@TNT4LYFE72]

WHERE?I'M CONFUSED😵‍💫😵‍💫