And so it goes (Billy Joel) - A cappella multitrack 2013

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Title // And so it goes
Arrangement // Kirby Shaw
W&M // Billy Joel

[@jaquelake]

But if my silence made you leave, then that would be my worst mistake

[@MistaTwigz]

Definitely Billy Joel's most underrated masterpiece. You've really done it justice. I love how you do the blend and really emote the feeling of the song. I can listen to it forever.

[@sgtsonny]

+MistaTwigz Thank you so much. I was really surprised about the song when I first heard it. Why is this nog on his double best of album?! This is such a wonderful piece of music. Then again, he has an awful lot of beautiful music... can't put them all on the album I guess :). Thanks for the kind words!

[@lukecocchi804]

+Sonny Vande Putte In an interview Billy was asked what his most underrated song was and he literally walked over to the piano and just started playing this song. It is on his greatest hits album, but that album has quite literally 50 songs on it out of the 121 with lyrics that he wrote and produced.

[@janetranslates]

+Luke Cocchi Thanks for that story! This song means so much to me; I wish I could tell that to Billy Joel. I can't, so I'll tell Sonny. HEY SONNY! This video is a perfect rendition of the perfect song. I'm elated and in pain at the same time. And maybe I'd better write this up at the top, too, to be sure Sonny sees it.

[@lostmoon77]

underrated? it won a grammy...

[@tzimiable]

This is...beautiful. I am so conflicted. On one side I just want to listen to it for the rest of the day. On the other side it makes my heart bleed. So strange that music can make us feel things so strongly. There is no love without the inevitable loss. That is what this song makes me feel. Its still worth it though. Even if the pain of loss is looming on the distant horizon. Thank you for this wonderful performance. I usually have to finish it with a view if your 76 trombones to cheer myself up afterwards :)

[@sgtsonny]

I completely understand what you mean!! So true! Thanks for stopping by!

[@okaydad7147]

Yep no problem kiddo

[@JohnnyMcMenamin]

I still enjoy listening to this once a month. :)

[@sgtsonny]

+Johnny McMenamin Very pleased to read that you still enjoy this one even after listening to it so many times. Thanks!

[@finnfitelly5016]

I love this cover of And So it Goes, it's my personal favorite. I like it more than The Kings Singer's version because you actually take the time to sing the song. The Kings kinda just march right on through at a pretty fast pace which kinda doesn't really do it for me, but you take time with the song and make it sound amazing.

[@davidee.3329]

Check out the song as done by Maybebop. Wow.

[@sgtsonny]

That's Billy's genius!! He can make you laugh in one song and make you cry in the next.

[@elycleland4706]

This has brought me to the verge of tears every single time I've watched it! Never stop singing!

[@sgtsonny]

I promise I never will, Ely :). A singer is who I am, I wouldn't know what to do without singing :D. I'm glad to read that my videos are able to convey certain emotions. Thank you very much for stopping by!

[@elycleland4706]

My own acapella group is rehearsing a rendition of this song, and it's really nice to have such a good example. I'm especially appreciative of the dynamics. It helps me to form an idea of what I'll be doing in the piece. Thanks!

[@sgtsonny]

Ely Cleland Nice to know that videos of mine are being used as a guide :). Good luck with it!

[@peaches8656]

Still my absolute favorite cover of this I've ever heard! Gives me chills every single time! Fantastic job!

[@barcrrt850]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much!

[@crispinsday]

keep coming back to this, such rich harmony and sung so sensitively!

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks so much for the kind words, Stefan! It means a lot.

[@ethannicholls3981]

Hey man, as a huge billy Joel fan and also a huge fan of a capella vocal work as a vocalist myself I just want to tell you I discovered this cover only yesterday and must have heard it 20 times. It’s absolutely phenomenal and you deserve absolutely all the praise for this

[@richardcondon3797]

It is picked up many times so you have all these new experiences ahead of you.

[@treesarecool12345678]

Sonny, your lead is the most gorgeous sound I've ever heard. It's just so smooth and silky. Not the tiniest, remotest bit of tension - absolutely flawless. Thank you for being you!

[@FMAN111]

I was around i think when you first uploaded your 2010 version of this video. You are the singer that made me realize I love a cappella. Your version of this song has always hit my heart a certain way and ever since I first heard it I've been trying to figure out what kind of singer I am. Anyways, keep it up I love your voice and someday I hope to be a quarter of what you are! Much love -Frank from Los Angeles

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you so much for your lovely message! I'm really glad my videos got to make a difference for you. Keep it up, man. Never give in and you'll get there!

[@sexydog55]

this was absolutely beautiful!! it reminded me when i sang this with my choir back in high school!! it made me cry!!!! keep singing please!!!!

[@sgtsonny]

I'm not planning on stopping any time soon. Thanks for stopping by and leaving those kind words.

[@fhoenixellis9397]

Logan Heldenbrand I actually am singing this currently. For my final concert of my freshman year. that's what brought me here. The song is truly beautiful.

[@mr.swizzle1349]

Fhoenix Ellis dude same this is beautiful

[@dai-yjamccurty116]

The Legacy Winter Guard did their show to this song, it was really beautiful. Beautiful visuals to match the lovely song.

[@sgtsonny]

+Dai-yja McCurty I'm sure it was a great show :). Thanks for stopping by!

[@thetsar2851]

Chills all the way through

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks so much!

[@claraisenberg3506]

My dad used to play this for me before I'd fall asleep at night when I was very young. Now years later I found the video again and it just gives me a feeling that everything will be ok. This cover is beautiful, so glad I found it again.

[@elton1981]

Love the the harmonies. Just intonation is the best. Pure harmonies all round, without the distortion of equal temperament.

[@jm10rnlto]

Sonny, it's not every day that I run across something extraordinary in this modern music life. A beautiful song and your performance is wonderful! Thank you.

[@sgtsonny]

Gerald More Thank you very much, Gerald! I do try my very best with every single video I publish. Thanks a lot for stopping by and taking the time to comment. Take care

[@olivetreeisland]

Favorite song for all times. Still feels like 4 year old GIRL and my dad is singing me to sleep. Do beautiful:,)

[@jyryaalto1948]

Four years ago my older brother said. Watch this video. It was such a great song. Today after four years, I was browsing youtube videos. The memory of this video. Now I'm here again. Thank you for this song.

[@sgtsonny]

You're very welcome! I'm glad this video was able to hold some good memories for you. Thanks for sharing the story!

[@bardofthestar6046]

Lying here weeping my eyes out. This song is so beautiful and painful. It’s almost an exact description of where I am. Except that I offered her this heart to break: and she broke it.

[@sgtsonny]

So sorry to read this! It really sucks, man. Stay strong!!

[@donnagantt1309]

I grew up singing A cappella in a Church. I am so glad that I did...the appreciation of the human voice as the only instrument is so beautifull when perfectly done. Thank you, Sonny. Your 80 year old friend. smile.

[@sgtsonny]

I couldn't agree more, Donna. The human voice is such an incredible instrument! Thanks so much for stopping by!

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you so very much!! I'm glad you enjoyed every aspect of the video. Comments like yours are the reason I still keep making these videos :D. So keep it up as well ;).

[@BlinkinFirefly]

This is gorgeous, Sonny...I'm sobbing. My heart is breaking so much from a failing relationship...and this performance is speaking the heartbreak so accurately. Why do I have to love so deeply...

[@sgtsonny]

So sorry to read about your heartbreak. Thank you so much for the kind words. I hope some good fortune will come your way soon!

[@isaacbarr4046]

This brings me back to high school barbershop. You were the first person I was introduced to on anything barbershop. After that my quartet won first place at Far Western! Thank you for the amazing videos and giving everybody inspiration!

[@ares_885]

You are the most emotional and wonderful acapella singer I have heard, your voice is amazing and I hope that you keep putting out videos like this. This is one of my favourite songs. So thank you. For making an emotional song even more emotional.

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you so much for those encouraging words! You are so kind to take the time and let me know how much you appreciate the videos I make. Thank you very much.

[@hlween6]

Simply stunning! Beautiful complimentary harmonies. You are a joy to listen to. Thank you for sharing your musical gift with us.

[@sgtsonny]

That a lot of questions for one simple answer: Playback. Like almost everybody out there I lip sync the video. That way I'm trying to bring the best quality to the audio but also the best possible quality on the video for entertaining purposes. Beats a guy siting at his desk behind a mic with giant headphones on his noodle in my opinion :).

[@briangroenbaek4431]

Hi Sonny - I really appreciate this arrangement but not least your fine rendition of this beautiful song - I conduct a small male choir and would love to buy this ttbb-arr - is that possible? I cant seem to find it on the web - can you maybe help - that would be great. Oh by the way ... many musical greetings from Copenhagen, Denmark

[@sgtsonny]

Hi Brian! If you send an email to [e-mail] I'll get you all the info! All the best!

[@briangroenbaek4431]

@@sgtsonny Hi and thanks for your answer - I have already ordered the music elsewhere

[@sgtsonny]

@@briangroenbaek4431 Alright! Glad you found your way. If you're looking for learning tracks to match, please visit sgtsonnytracks.com. All the best

[@carmenkupper6620]

ADORE this version. Will play it to my barbershop mates 'cause this is it! Dear Sonny, thank you.

[@carmenkupper6620]

Do you do concerts? And if so where and when? Thx!

[@crossedwards5424]

Great song, keep it up, I really like to listen to this type of music and you got it perfect!

[@daniellemartin1176]

Oh, god. I could never break the heart of someone with such a beautiful voice! 3:18 absolutely kills me. Very well done, sir!

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much, Danielle! I'm glad you like it :). I'm also very happy to know that you wouldn't be able to break my heart :D. Take care

[@PurnimaThakerDhorajiwalapRTd]

this is so good...love it...indeed a very good song...good lyrics...like the voice as well..

[@3USRNAM3]

sitting at my computer and smiling while watching this, reminds me of the days I was in a choir myself. cheers

[@sgtsonny]

Seems like a lot of people sang this in their choir. This song is completely unknown here in Belgium. It's a damn shame!

[@Yetibesa]

This in another of my all time favourites. Beautiful performance.

[@sgtsonny]

Both songs (this and Lullaby) were almost written to be an acapella song in the first place. Especially this one. If you listen to the original, the a cappella song is practically already there :). Thanks for stopping by!

[@Yetibesa]

Sonny Vande Putte Absolutely right. It might be because I sang them before I heard the originals, but I've always enjoyed the acapella versions more. I plan on giving them a try in multitrack myself at some point, but I think I need to work on my tuning a little first.

[@1Greenga]

Perfection Sonny. Phrasing, intonation, balance...wonderful. Thank you for sharing your gift:)

[@800mer87]

Such a good rendition of this Billy Joel song. I sung it in my High School vocal ensemble and hearing ti now brings back memories of those days. Good job and keep the good work up. =')

[@TheStevenMorrison]

I sang this song in a men's choir in high school and have always loved it. Sounds fantastic! This looks so much fun I may have to try doing it myself. I have enjoyed many of your songs here, thanks for sharing your talent.

[@sgtsonny]

You should try it Steven. It's completely different from singing with an actual quartet though. It's a lot of hard work if you wish to get it perfect, but the result is indeed a lot of fun :D. You are very welcome! Thank you for the support! Take care

[@iswekhong]

perfection personified

[@sgtsonny]

+Isaac Hong Haha you are too kind, Isaac. I really appreciate it though :D. Thanks for stopping by!

[@connorwosmek216]

I've listened to this song so many times, I've learned all the parts by memory. Gosh, I'm such a choir geek. I love this song, Sonny! Great work. Need to gets my schools men's chorus to sing this.

[@sgtsonny]

That's impressive :). A lot of school choruses sing this song, so if you suggest it, there's good chance you'll be able to get it done :). Good luck!

[@JohnnyMcMenamin]

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE ***** !!!

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much, Johnny!

[@ThePoodleStrudel]

Simply beautiful. Thank you, Sonny.

[@sgtsonny]

+Poodle Strudel And thank you for watching and taking the time to leave those kind words :).

[@martihyder2612]

Wow! I just stumbled upon this video and it is amazing. Such talent!

[@sgtsonny]

+Marti Davis Thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate it :). I release a video every month, so if you don't wanna miss out on anything, you can subscribe (If you haven't already). Thanks for stopping by!

[@martihyder2612]

Thanks for responding! I will subscribe, and I have referred several of my friends to you videos! Keep up the awesome work.

[@sgtsonny]

+Marti Davis That's so kind of you, thank you very much for the support.

[@RhiannaPritchard]

Absolutely beautiful!!!!! I agree with others in saying your intonation is perfect thus your harmonies are absolutely spin-tinglingly beautiful!!!!!

[@iamtheralwus]

What an amazing rendition of this beautiful Billy Joel Hymn!

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks so much!!

[@BlinkinFirefly]

the harmonies are brilliant...i sang this in choir so long ago...beautiful song

[@sgtsonny]

+BlinkinFirefly It is indeed a very good arrangement of an incredible song and still quite easy to learn. I think that's why so many choirs sing this one. Thanks for stopping by!

[@user-ru6wv1lh2r]

Marvelous and amazingI really love this

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much, Paul!! I'm very glad you enjoyed it so much. Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@huevofrito9473]

You are a very good performer and a good singer too.

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks a lot!! I really appreciate it :)

[@jasminwby]

Beautiful! Send shivers down my back!

[@MarceloAlmeida1]

This is one is the best song you have recorded. Awesome!

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much, Marcelo!

[@sslowemail]

By FAR the BEST interpretation of one of my favorite arrangements. Your voice is very clear which a lot of listeners have stated. But it is also very precise, which lends to these gorgeous chords really locking in. I am in complete awe.

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you so very much Stephen! So kind of you to say so :). I'm really glad to hear that you find this the best interpretation out there. I don't ever get tired of reading compliments like that :). I just grew an inch taller out of happiness :). Take care

[@horvathgaborne301]

Yes ! There is a room in every heart. It is often secret. Beautiful text . the relaxed tune suits him. Your performance reflects him . All four musical part them are wonderful. Perfect illusion. I just closed my eyes ,and see the story . Fascinated .

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks again for the kind words! I appreciate it.

[@junglepixiebelize-nancyrko7247]

Awesome, Sonny. I grew up with SPEBSQSA (now BHS) so this kind of thing is dear to my heart. My father sang in quartets and choruses for over 50 years, and even as young kids, my dad, mom, brother and I always sang four-part harmony in the car. By the time I was 10, our family quartet performed for church and community gatherings. As an adult, I have continued as a long-time vocal harmony performer, and have also done some studio multi-track 4-part like this -- and it's quite a rush! You never have to worry about whether the "other" voices are going to hit their notes, or stray from arrangement, style, or interpretation!) We just lost Dad six months ago, so hearing you is a gift...thank you. In harmony, ~NK~

[@sgtsonny]

Nancy R Koerner I'm sorry to hear about your lose, Nancy! Hope you can get a lot of support from family and friends. What a nice memory it must be of the four of you singing together in the car and performing together. Thanks for sharing that, Nancy. Take care.

[@DanielRodriguez-ue4nh]

I've never seen a video as great as this. This is simply beautiful.

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much, Daniel! You are too kind :)

[@amandalaa2826]

Had this song in my head this morning and found this...beautiful! What a range. Listening to on repeat now :)

[@sgtsonny]

Mike, that means a lot coming from you, my friend! Thank you very much!!

[@trishaannlumague9358]

My choir teacher showed this to us, we are so amazed!

[@jerricks1]

Trisha Ann Lumague same

[@prometheusfallen]

Wow! Chills, chills, and more chills! I was and still am a HUGE fan of your first version of this, but this one takes the cake. You somehow managed to improve upon the dynamics of the first version, and the crescendos, decrescendos, and slight tempo changes before you sing "and you can have this heart to break".... Just perfection! The vocals are as solid as ever, but the dynamics REALLY bring this piece to life and insist that the listener feel some sort of emotion. Absolutely perfect!

[@luan8032]

so nice and so heart warming. I love it. Great guys......................Luan

[@sgtsonny]

We all enjoyed reading you message :). Thanks and take care, Luan.

[@Squee_Dow]

This was simply exquisite! So crisp. So flawless. I was spellbound. Just amazing. I wish I could give it 10 thumbs-up.

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it!

[@marialoretorojassilva3804]

Precioso tema y tan dulcemente interpretado

[@davidpaul9365]

Every time I listen to your version I get some thing new . Great version , great lyrics.

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much, David! I'm glad you can listen to it over and over again :D. Sweet!

[@sgtsonny]

I wish it could get that many views :D. Thank you very much for the support!

[@davidheard3116]

Brilliant, just brilliant.

[@ChrisPbacon40]

AH! Im so stoked you re-recorded this! I didn't think it could get better but it did haha I miss the cool entrance from the old version though.

[@TheHappyBunny91]

YES! I have been looking for a good recording of this song for a long time! This made me happy :)

[@sgtsonny]

I always appreciate constructive feedback! So thanks for that. With this version I tried to follow the wishes of the arranger more than in the previous one. My older version was very free, which made it a little repetitive after a while. But that's just my opnion. If you like the older version better, that's just fine :). Thanks for the feedback

[@summerdawnday1950]

I enjoy how it seems you feel the words to the songs as you sing them & that is one of the many things I enjoy hearing and watching you sing. Nice work! & great arrangement! Luv it Dr. K.

[@blanchematias5081]

Our choir boys just sang this song last week and I really cried listening to this.Its so beautiful

[@sgtsonny]

It is a very well written song. Billy Joel is a musical genius :)

[@nylesjohnson3740]

Beautifully Sung by Four Incredible Voices..

[@chrisboggsctlr]

I absolutely love your redition of this Billy Joel Classic!!!

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much, Chris!

[@garyrector7394]

Such wonderful close harmony. Thank you.

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much as well for the kind words!

[@TURTL3KILL3R]

Ah, lovely. Still as beautiful as the first version, yet so much more gentle. I adore this song, and you really do sing it quite well. Thanks again.

[@steveedgecombe1867]

I belong to a small male voice choir and we just began practicing And So It Goes. I've seen a couple of versions on KZbin by a young and an old Billy Joel and a larger choir but your version absolutely blew me away. I can't stop playing it. We have about three singers for each voice and we are going to sing it A Capella. Hopefully we can get somewhere near your effort between us but I wouldn't bet on it!! Thanks for the inspiration.

[@sgtsonny]

+Steve edgecombe Thank you very much for sharing your story, Steve. I'm glad I'm able to help in some way :D. All the best with the vocal group!!

[@carolynhall1302]

Lovely version of this great song. You have an amazing vocal range!

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much, Carolyn!

[@hannahosullivan5450]

One of the best arrangements of this song

[@sgtsonny]

Hannah Mary This arrangement is absolutely beautiful. It almost sings itself :)

[@dushka2001]

just kidding, sarge! old fan here. both of you are very generous in sharing your amazing talents. thanx!

[@shadowrose914]

This was wonderful, Sonny. You really outdid yourself with this version. I absolutely love it

[@PurnimaThakerDhorajiwalapRTd]

a good song is one which uplifts your mood...from sadness to joy and from dull to energy...ta

[@danielguillen8783]

I'm here watching your videos because of "Hello Mary Lou" that I enjoyed so much! We are going to sing it in school and I looked it up here in KZbin and watched your collaboration with other fantastic singers, now I can't stop watching it over and over again. haha. :)

[@sgtsonny]

Hahaha you never have to stop, you know :D. Those replay buttons don't break :). Thanks for stopping by!!

[@prometheusfallen]

Oh! And as a second bass myself, I really enjoyed your singing the lower octave note at the ends of some of the measures and at the end of the song. Again, it adds a touch of extra feeling and an excellent touch of dramatic dynamic to the overall piece.

[@flavienthiebault1021]

Really nice work, Sonny. You resurrected me with your voice(s). I hope you will never stop.

[@sgtsonny]

Flavien THIEBAULT I'm very glad to read the music got to you! I hope I will never have to stop either. Take care!

[@edaddis5069]

What makes this brilliant is the way the arrangement has compressed the range, taking out octaves and generating some delicious crunches. Like the reworked video also!

[@Noahepaige]

Such a beautiful piece. You have an amazing voice and I adore your taste in music. Thank you for blessing our ears

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you so much for the many kind words! I really appreciate it. Thanks for stopping by!

[@youcantseebob]

I really love this!!!!!

[@sgtsonny]

youcantseebob Thanks a lot!

[@alazar3001]

thank you for giving me and my choir something to aim for when. we sing this at our next concert

[@sgtsonny]

Well you are very welcome. I'm glad I can be an example :). Break a leg on your concert!

[@alazar3001]

+Sonny Vande Putte thank you!

[@alazar3001]

+Sonny Vande Putte the concert was a success I just want to thank you for giving me to shoot for with this song... my choir also says thank you and that they hope you continue to make the great vids you are doing now....

[@sgtsonny]

Oh wow, that's so nice. You're all very welcome. I'm glad I was able to help out in some way :). I'm not planning on stopping yet, so you can tell your choir that I'll keep posting videos every month :). Thanks!

[@alazar3001]

+Sonny Vande Putte looking forward to them ^_^

[@VKlopstock]

You have such a gorgeously effortless range! A true pleasure to listen to!

[@sgtsonny]

Jane Neumier Thanks a lot, Jane! So nice of you :)

[@Sammyelf]

I love this cover. it made me cry.

[@sgtsonny]

I'm glad to read that my recording was able to touch you! Thanks for letting me know.

[@rogerburford4291]

I love this recording, I have listened to it dozens of time and it moves me every time. I am learning the bari part as I am a barber shopper. Many thanks.

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks so much for stopping by! I used to be an active barbershop lead. Nowadays I don't get further than me recording myself 4 times. I hope I'll be able to be in a quartet again in the future though. Nothing beats ringing some chords with other people :)

[@MichaelMatias]

This is so cool! Amazing job and incredible sound.

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks a lot, Michael! I appreciate it :)

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much!! You can press replay as often as you like :D.

[@jjpreaches]

This is incredible! I will be sharing this on facebook! This is the BEST acapella version of this song on the internet. 2nd place is your previous version. Extremely talented.

[@alenawilson8260]

Totally hoping that the Ontario Youth A Capella chorus learns this soon! Absolutely loved your version!

[@sgtsonny]

+AJ Wilson Thank you very much!

[@Sheila1263]

This is my favorite Billy Joel song and this version just blows me away. Absolutely beautiful! I'm a pianist and I have to disagree with the poster that referenced the different beat measures. I love the differences and think it adds dimension to the song. Again I'll say...absolutely beautiful!

[@sgtsonny]

Thanks a lot, Sheila. I think so too, but everyone can have their own opinion, there's really no right or wrong here :). Thanks for stopping by!

[@mikedc2020]

Terrific song and wonderful arrangement sang beautifully. I'm gonna ask our director if our men's chorus can sing it.

[@claytonmiles]

I think it was beautiful version of a very deep and heartfelt song

[@sgtsonny]

Thank you very much for those kind words, Clayton!

[@dr.stevensaul1987]

Fantastic!

[@sgtsonny]

Those are the best kind of comments! Thanks for sharing it :). Thank you so much!!

[@iretiayoomodara6893]

WE ARE DOING EXACTLY LIKE THIS AT SCHOOL. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT 💞💞💞💞💗👏👏👌👌👌

[@sgtsonny]

+Iretiayo Omodara Thanks! Good luck with this piece in school :)