Sheldon Riley - 'Hold Me Closer' (Cornelia Jakobs Cover)

My short cover of the Swedish entry for Eurovision 2022, 'Hold Me Closer' by the INCREDIBLE Cornelia Jakobs.
I was obssesed with this song from the first listen and have fallen so deeply in love with every listen. I recorded this cover pretty much the same day that I heard it.
Let me know what you think in the comments below! ♡
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[@forliberty1805]

I don't understand why you haven't had the breakthrough you need worldwide. You've been on so many competitions. I don't get it. So talented.

[@gabrielparistutu1999]

Awwwn 😭😭😭, it’s something I’ve been asking myself, but I believe in time. Keep being you Sheldon, never give up and never stop fighting. Sml ❤️

[@ohhiitsjustme3445]

🙄🙄 Cuz you’re clearly blind! He’s extreme niche

[@albertodeltorofuentes114]

We are not worthy

[@zarstar1576]

Voice agt etc never have famous singer most seem to make it without all these shows

[@kzsysm3025]

The famous life is reality the devil gets you there quicker to fame but with God it is a longer journey 🙏

[@louisa7043]

omg a duet with cornelia and sheldon would be divine

[@buennyo]

Omg yes!

[@lumbratile4174]

Put Sam ryder in as well and we'll all die

[@lisalane6238]

Check the duet between Cornelia and Sam Ryder. It's absolutely amazing 👏

[@stevehunter291]

Why is Sheldon not a superstar? The emotion comes through in every word.

[@rattymanx]

For sure!

[@rattymanx]

Are you in Australia look out for The Masked Singer show, you won't be disappointed. I can't wait.

[@konstantinospapaioannou2588]

Ok. Here, we have ESC 2022's best song sung by ESC 2022's best voice.

[@stickynorth]

Boom! Nailed it!

[@Tara-xx7so]

FAXXXX

[@morganrose1958]

Sheldon, you mean more than the world to me and if I could want you to hear anything from me it would be that I needed/need you more than anything. You completely changed my life and I can’t even begin to explain it. But I saw this one interview today of you where the guy was like “you know so many people look up to you” and “you’ve changed so many peoples lives” and whatnot and when you responded you sounded like you didn’t seem so sure (of course I don’t know exactly and I’m so so sorry if I offend you) and even if you did believe what he said I still want to say this, you have changed everything in me, wether that is what I want my goals to be or if it’s in what I wear or how I view the world. And with the whole thing in the interview I want you to know that you are so loved by your fans. I can imagine it’s hard to sometimes but when I first came across you I just…I don’t know. It’s hard to explain but there is something about you that no one else has, and you have done so many things that I could have never even thought of. I don’t come from much of an outgoing community so when I saw you I was like “who is this beautiful person” and “I need him to be my best friend” and “he is so perfect”. And of course it’s been almost 2 years since I came across you but I still get a magical feeling of hope when I hear what you sing or say. And it feels like home when I hear you. Like that warm fuzzy feeling yk. And I would like to thank you for everything if I ever come close to a conversation with you. I wish the best of the best for Eurovision and safe travels! You always have been my winner tho 💅✨

[@alexandrae7755]

The best words someone could find for him…♥️🫶🏼

[@iamclaire97]

No need for a paragraph buddy :D

[@MsRatties]

OMG...this has just killed me. Your talent is outstanding.

[@axelwilfling7550]

Goosebumps all oder me

[@stantwitter2022]

The most underrated talented person I've ever seen in my life 😢 He deserves better ♥️

[@rabianur50]

best voice in eurovision this year. you make every song more beautiful💙.

[@stickynorth]

A tie with Cornelia but for different reasons... His is purely crystalline and controlled. Hers is raw and on the edge of the cliff and I love 'em both!

[@kirstenbelin3455]

It’s kind of cool that the he is doing his own version of a song that is competing against him in Eurovision 2022.❤️

[@scottgambers8013]

Ever time I hear his voice it touches my heart such a god given talent

[@rjohnhacker]

I’d kill for a full version of this. You are so fucking talented

[@binaryblog]

Amazing cover! You should sing it together with Cornelia.

[@LinA-gr8dq]

omg beautiful vocal and so charismatic. i belive in Sheldon Riley's victory. FIRST PLACE🇦🇺❤️🇦🇺

[@escdm4837]

Sheldon, you are my winner in Eurovision this year. Best of luck to you! I appreciate you and your music. Sending lots of hugs.

[@joshmcallister7723]

I was manifesting this, hold me closer is one of my favourites this year along with Not the same. My idol singing this amazing song, amazing version as well! Love you so much ♥️.

[@alkaratus9189]

If you sang this song in Turin, you would win for sure.

[@morganrose1958]

Well I believe his song “not the same” will win although he sings every song beautifully

[@ebbabbyby1]

Yeah but Cornelia is going to sing this in Turin?

[@alkaratus9189]

@@ebbabbyby1 yea

[@escnath30]

@@morganrose1958 *Not the same* is amazing !! He will be in the TOP 5 ! ❤️

[@heynis347]

Absolutely love this. We need this on Spotify!

[@heversonsouza6570]

We absolutely need!

[@sergeantweasel]

Hold Me Closer and Not The Same were my two favourite Eurovision songs this year, to see that this exists makes me beyond happy

[@heversonsouza6570]

There’s a long time that I don’t see someone singing a song with such emotion and love. Thank you Sheldon for this amazing interpretation. And please, put it on Spotify, we need it! 🙏🏻

[@annasundstrom9448]

Totally blew me away!!! Can't stop listening to it ❤️🙏🔥🔝🎶 Love from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@sir_luis07]

I can peacefully die right now 🥺💖 Thank you Sheldon 👑👑👑

[@TheAnimekitty013]

your voice captivates me every time, you need a bigger chance to spread your art, because this isn't just music its your character and personality I just want more of you in my life.

[@LindaSmith-op5vs]

You are ausome Sheldon riley. Congratulations on making it to urovision and for as far as you got hope to hear more of your music 🎶

[@deliciousabundance]

Better than the original. I'm almost crying Such a fitting song right now...

[@onewipa1]

I love his voice.. 💖🎇🎼🎤🎙️🎶

[@gabriellafash8931]

12 points from Sweden. Beautiful! Good luck in Turin.

[@ESCLance_Wilson]

This is better than orginal! You're a amazing!

[@pilipilipili]

OMG!!!!!! Greetings from Spain!! I never knew of you before Eurovision, I was mesmerized by your performance had to find you here. I could not breathe nor move while you were singing. You have a new fan forever!!! I watched all your videos and your story and let me tell you something, I dont know if you are doing all those competitions because you are looking for aproval or a confirmation of how talented you are. Well you dont need those! your are perfect just the way you are , you deserve to be just as you are and as you wish and no amount of external comments can change that. You were one of the best at Eurovision but of course they can vote you to win cuz is a europe contest and you guys are on the other side of the world :) Can´t wait to hear what you coming up with next!!!! Much love!!!!

[@jorgecarrasco4767]

Powerful voice. Loved the cover ❤️

[@alexandracristinafernandac3964]

your voice is beautiful, I love the way you dress keep it up

[@aleksandralarysz6608]

Omg I love this version ❤❤❤❤

[@janineofsoski8771]

You bring tears to my eyes every time I listen to you. Blows me away. Yay team Sheldon

[@konikiispoka800]

It's awesome! 😍 I can't find words to describe it❤❤ You were my 1st place on Eurovision, greetings from Poland 🇵🇱🇦🇺

[@SzymonGil04]

I cannot express how insanely beautiful this is ❤️

[@hiddenijenhuis1827]

omg the crystal mask tease is making me so excited

[@CathyCrothers]

As usual, I'm moved to tears. Incredible, thank you!

[@TristySnow]

There's literally no human words for your talent and what you deliver each time, you're perfect to me. An emotional explosion that reaches the stars. I'm grateful to have discovered you, as far as Eurovision goes, to me you were the best of them all! Much love x 💖

[@rawadsheikh476]

You are a legend , bless you , your soul is full of torrent of emotions so sentimental so dreamy immensely eatheral , bless you 😊

[@basefree123]

2 years later, still listening to this amazing cover. It's just so beautifully resonating.

[@ronda9243]

Sheldon you are simply incredible and the way you perform this song is pure magic. Not long now for the world to see you at Eurovision in Turin. You are so special and a beautiful human being. I am a very proud Aussie and love that you are representing this great country of ours. You will be Epic !!

[@motulifelikefigures1987]

you can say what you want this composition is genious. its a winner song. the only winner song of 2022! great performance mr. australia ;-)

[@bethanyeddleman6159]

I looove this and im just obsessed with youuu!! Periodt!🥰

[@ivyvines6708]

I believe that Sheldon might have the most incredible voice in the world. Everything that he sings he nails every single note. I'll bet that if he were to sing all the names and numbers in a telephone book it would sound amazing. ;-) ;-) ;-)

[@lucielou7745]

Wow Sheldon, amazing job! 🇦🇺 Im Australian and am learning Swedish, so I love that you covered their song 🇸🇪

[@pking5606]

Crying here, just live this.. 💜💜

[@puddingtime5257]

Sheldon. Hello. I wish I could give you a big hug. Sheldon. You are wonderful and so blessed with the gift of your singing voice. Sheldon . When people hate on you...trust and believe my darling that it is because they are jealous...green with envy. Guard your heart. Sheldon. You are wonderful. Chin up...always. Show shy...but NEVER let that bullies see you cry. Congratulations.

[@magafica]

your voice is just flawless, every song sung by you , is just MAGICAL ..... thankyou ....

[@Ro-qk2bn]

Actually only now I'm really hearing the song.. Stripped back, it's a smash from Sweden and from you

[@divine8533]

The most beautiful thing I heard in last months🥺✨ Thank you, Sheldon🙏🤍

[@tamaravanhees1749]

What a gorgeous cover, a completely different take on it. You're a gorgeous human being ❤️

[@plszczecin]

😍

[@Snopeeh]

Alright if this guy does not reach a billion views in the next year, people simply can't recognize talent even if its up in their face. All the success in the world Sheldon and much, much love!

[@kellylandry3068]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@tomrio9152]

I really want more songs from him. If you read this, please know that you're awesome and very creative. You've impressed me so much with your songs in The Voice, both the singing and visuals are always daring and emotional. Doing things your own way can really make you stand out and I'm waiting for when more people notice you

[@margemelloww]

Sheldon is a phenomenal talent. I wish when he sang his own song live he’d do the bridge like it is in the recording- the melody is incredibly catchy in the recording but it gets lost live. I feel like people would appreciate the song so much more if he maintained the melody, because it’s so simple that it gets lost behind too many vocal tricks

[@marcia.oliveira]

I can't stop watching this video... what a unique voice! I love you Sheldon Riley!

[@95PopSnaps]

Insane Sheldon! Man I’m so proud to see you living out your dream. Will never forget hearing you say in an interview all those years ago that you’d love to be on Eurovision. I remember thinking how perfect you’d be for it and you’re doing so much more than perfect at representing us Aussies 💚💛

[@heversonsouza6570]

I can’t stop to listen and watch this video! Please Sheldon, put it in Spotify 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@blauauge2]

The voice of Cornelia is much more individual and interesting. So her version is the best 😍👍🏼

[@TheGoodLydia]

OMG... breathtaking voice. Sheldon you are a SUPER STAR!

[@eitaneh1eitaneh193]

paying respect to such a hit in a perfect manner! Bravo!

[@mondscheinsonnenschein6754]

I love your Songs ...you give so many people a voice and love ...please keep on ...

[@raveshaadancer1545]

YAYYYYYYYY!!!!!! Go Sheldon!!!! 👏GRATS!!!!!!!!!

[@alexandrefilho2591]

I NEEDED THIS, THANK YOU SHELDON!!!

[@escraph]

This is pure gold

[@vulturevulture1426]

Sheldon, I love your voice. You are like a bird, singing freely and beautifully.

[@TheHelgaa]

eurovisonsfan since 1965...2022 are so many wonderful voices ..yours included...great lineup--good luck..and i love your personality...lots of love from germany

[@AussieFIag]

Sheldon, where are you? 2 songs in 1 year?. You need to give us more. 🇦🇺

[@dasiacoyer4638]

Ugh I love his voice so much 🫠🫠 very time I melt.

[@stickynorth]

Annnnnnnnd I'm sobbing... Your voice and this song? WOW! FYI, I'd love an entire album just of covers of this song from Eurovision artists... Now that's a timeless pop song when everyone can put their own spin on it...

[@mariajosejimenezsoriano1512]

Tienes que cantar tu canción con esta fuerza sin miedo sin dudas si llegaste hasta ahí es porque lo mereces no ser lo mismo es lo que nos hace únicos bravo

[@MizSazz]

One of the things I live for as a Eurovision fan is the artists covering other countries songs this was epic

[@SeanCrabtree]

Wow.

[@fullwolffmoon]

I'm new to the Sheldon Riley fan club but I definitely want and need more. Absolutely stunning.❤

[@deliciousabundance]

Unbelievably beautiful 💖💖💖

[@wonderlad]

Love him 😍💕💕 so good !

[@toabordo1437]

A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!

[@np9946]

Couldn't be more perfect combination.

[@Poxter100]

You have such a beautiful voice Sheldon ❤ Really good Cover

[@itscapi09_yt98]

I need this song on Spotify right now!!

[@AntonioJuanYT]

Sheldon have a beautiful voice! Good luck in eurovision

[@klaudijabogdanovski]

What a phenomenal performance. So beautiful, I agree this needs to be put into Spotify. Sheldon's voice is liquid gold ❤❤

[@voodoodoll9432]

That's fantastic!

[@heversonsouza6570]

Oh my Gosh!!! It’s so wonderful! 😍

[@joaopedrogarcia8591]

You gave life to this song. You are just amazing!!!!!!!!

[@liron_levii]

Woww I'm speechless❤

[@cherynepage4510]

This is absolutely breath taking. Love you Sheldon! Keep being true to your beautiful, talented and unique self!! You're an inspiration for many!!!

[@dystopiagfx4176]

you have really grown as a singer 🤩 it is breathtaking ✨

[@pking5606]

Been following you since the 1st season the voice from Ireland, Europe needs you, this song has me crying, the whole world needs Sheldon Riley!!! 💜💜💜

[@Helena96]

Aaaah nothing better reading the bad opinions about our entry on this amazing video 💕 ~DONT DENY IT Be happy for us because we might win this year! 🇸🇪

[@othmaneaimad8675]

I love your voice , gosh you nailed it

[@gonchitot]

THIS IS A MASTERPIECE WONDERFUL 😍

[@michelasdisappointmentanda2304]

Amazing

[@owendless]

I hope Sweden will win this year this song is everything

[@purpleivy9174]

This needs to be recorded on Spotify so I can download it.

[@theresejonsson4726]

I need this cover!!! You keep amazing me with that otherwordly voice. It's just.. wow.

[@sorinbalanescu6819]

Cornelia’s is perfect! Sheldon’s version is amazing!

[@YuriMrkylie]

💥👏🥰

[@artemiss1675]

No need to apologize 'Cause there's nothing to regret Well, this is not what I wanted Guess all the good things come to an end So baby, bye, bye Wish you the best But most of all, I wish that I could love you less Well, maybe you're right, I'll find someone else You say it isn't me, but when did that ever help? Hold me closer Although you'll leave before the sunrise Might be bleeding, but don't you mind, I'll be fine Oh, it kills me I found the right one at the wrong time But until the sunrise Hold tight, hold tight Maybe it happened too fast I guess that I understand You say that you never felt this way for anyone And that's why it scares you to death So baby, bye, bye Know it's for the best Still I can't see how that would ease the pain in my chest Hold me closer Although you'll leave before the sunrise I'll be bleeding, but don't you mind, I'll be fine Oh, it kills me I found the right one at the wrong time But until the sunrise Could you just hold me tight? I know I have to let go, but just give me the night 'Cause tomorrow will hurt Hurt really bad 'Cause I'm about to lose the best I ever had Hold me closer Although you'll leave before the sunrise I'll be bleeding, but don't you mind, I'll be fine Oh, it kills me I found the right one at the wrong time But until the sunrise Could you just hold me tight? (Hold tight, hold tight) I know, I have to let go But just give me the night (hold tight, hold tight) Can't you see that you Found the right one at the wrong time? It was just the wrong time Hold tight, hold tight

[@alibaghir6785]

how you dare to sing the song best from its owner? omg you are pure talent 😍😍😍😍❤