Simple Man (cover) - Kings of Leon & Chris Stapleton

[@soxrule74]

This is one of my favorite songs of all time. I met my wife and married her when we were very young. We were also very young parents, and in the beginning I struggled trying to find a job to pay for us all. I got into a plumbing apprenticeship by the grace of God when we needed it most, and this is one of the anthems of my life. I just wanted a humble and stable life, and make sure we'd all be ok. I'm now 48 with 27 and 23 year old sons that have grown into incredible, smart, talented young men. I credit my wife for a lot of it, but I'm happy that I could be there to help when I could.

[@PNdebt-hc2tg]

Good for you man! I mean it. I got into a carpentry apprenticeship at 19 It helped change my life also. Humble and stable over here....

[@redrews3]

This is the comment I needed to read.

[@lucilleverrille54]

Love this!

[@bendover3820]

Karma, it's everywhere you're going to be. Love is the meaning of life!

[@jodiegould7102]

Love your comment. We also married young and struggled to make ends meet. 38 years later, 4 children 37-27 and 5 grandchildren. I hear this song from a mother's perspective of what I want for my three sons. My favorite Skynyrd song for sure.

[@markjones7185]

Stapleton is a true modern legend. Lucky to have him on Earth.

[@adiemissworld]

Who??

[@markjones7185]

@@adiemissworld Really?

[@michaelhouman9074]

Heart and Soul

[@scottblair4691]

True. He can do everything, better than just about everyone.

[@Io-Io-Io]

Soon with a few pounds less hopefully for his own sake

[@tombanowetz1504]

We were out about 70 feet from the stage that night. Stapleton had played first and then KOL blew the crowd away with their music. Then Chris Stapleton came out and they did this. There were wet eyes everywhere. The sound was phenomenal......

[@brookew1219]

What event was this?

[@tombanowetz1504]

@brookew1219 Nashville New years eve 2015. Downtown on Broadway......

[@melindabowman2722]

Yes phenomenal

[@VacayPuntaCana]

Was there also. It was an epic night!

[@sherrijones860]

I played this song over and over and over when my first Golden Retriever passed. I know this sounds absurd because it was a dog. My husband and I had no children, not the 2-legged kind anyway. "Jake" was almost 9 and had a history of canine seizures since he was 4. The love he brought out in me is a debt I can never repay. We had his ashes in an urn, and when his "brother" died ten years later at 14, we put his ashes in the beautiful box that my son made for "Bozzi." Both dogs were about 100# each. They are buried by a creek on my girlfriend's property in North Carolina. I can just picture them running and chasing the cows, squirrels and birds. This song helped me thru that long arduous nite. The magic of music.

[@jednicoll]

Thanks for making me cry, all the way from London, England. They are doing just as you said and hopefully have a big stick there for good measure. I have a 6 year old Staffordshire bull terrier who has brought me through some of the roughest times and never wavers

[@BrianDBacon]

Dogs are family and we’re beautifully made for us. Love from San Antonio. I lost my best friend last year and I loved belting this song to him.

[@gunnslinger7774]

I love your dog and I never met him.. Hey must have been something…❤

[@schuylerkrizay6192]

not absurd at all!!

[@wonderboytroy7484]

Two of the best male vocalists of the last 25 years.

[@Lorib19592]

😊

[@dopeboybass]

chris cornell entered the chat

[@urskailc1]

100%

[@mattsmith6108]

As great as kings of leon are (and they are brilliant) you simply cannot vocally compare their singer to chris stapleton. The former mentioned singer has wonderful tone and sings true to the studio quality while live, but chris has the tone and more, endless soul and an insane range to boot. Theres a reason rolling stone named him so high up their list of greatest all time singers, youll be there a while looking for the kings of leon

[@eanandbarrettable]

Ronnie Van Zandt was a storyteller that will never be equalled. His lyrics are eternal and grow deeper every time you listen.

[@kimberlypoole5325]

beautiful comment

[@sandyhughes5681]

100%

[@courtneycurryhubbard6641]

Often imitated, never duplicated. 🙌 I can't bitch when either of these guys wanna wail on it a little thooo lol! 🤘

[@markbarnes578]

That's the Truth 🧡♥️💜

[@scottrhodes6518]

Ronnie didn't write this...The guitar player did.

[@2karencraig]

Why can't the world come together with beautiful music instead of war and hate

[@2karencraig]

AMEN!

[@edwardrichard2561]

Limited resources

[@logansink5942]

Because there's a islamist ideology that doesn't give 2 shits about you.

[@notreallyhome]

amen!

[@sterlingashley1965]

Southern Rock is still alive.

[@stevepetty3458]

Simple Man could quite possibly be the most emotional song that strikes that emotional cord the 10,000 th time you hear it as if were the first . A masterpiece of a song . Lynard version off ONE MORE FROM THE ROAD can't be matched but so many bands have done it incredibly well , this version is one of those . Enjoyed it immensely

[@michaelhaile6371]

Man, you couldn't have said that any better! EVERY time I hear it, it's like the hair stands up on my arms!

[@kellypatrick5667]

I’ll go off the record and say it’s possibly the best song ever written. It invokes so much emotion.

[@bobcaygeon4533]

@@michaelhaile6371 I get the same feeling with Tuesday’s Gone. Kinda the same type of ballad. They build you up, give you goosebumps, bring you down then build you up again. Then more goosebumps. They were one awesome band. Can’t go wrong with 3 incredible lead guitar players. Big part of my youth. A case of beer some left handers and Skynyrd cranked!

[@michaelhaile6371]

@@bobcaygeon4533 Yes sir!

[@ianbraganza3065]

This man speaks the truth. My all time fav song.

[@carme1976]

The group Kings of Leon are so underrated

[@Cassiee102]

Yes

[@mjames7672]

You're right; I can't believe so few people know about them.

[@Takeiteasy11]

Not true. They were the biggest rock band in the 10’s… i guess you could say they might’ve peaked

[@JarodJoseph]

Wouldn’t say one of the biggest arena rock bands in the world are particularly underrated

[@born7691]

AGREE

[@debrahearn3759]

My son picked this song for us to dance to for the mother son dance at his wedding, I cried tears of joy for him and my wonderful daughter in law!

[@robdiego]

I'm crying tears of joy for you. What a special gift and testament to the way you raised him. Good job, Mom!!

[@cindypowers4993]

I don't throw praises around unless I mean it. Kings Of Leon, you are worthy. Chris Stapleton, again, worthy. Thank you all for a phenomenal cover of a classic Lynyrd Skynyrd song. Thanks for keeping their music alive, and spreading the words of love through Ronnie's lyrics for today's generation. The world needs this song more than ever.✌️💙

[@leroyjenks2014]

Thanks for your blessing Cindy!

[@trinajusticebaker5840]

Agreeing completely

[@sleepygirll]

Agreed!!

[@melindabowman2722]

Amen

[@melindabowman2722]

Yes indeed

[@neva5326]

I got to hear this live, before the plane crash.....I was 15 years old, and received two tickets for my birthday....they have been (Skynyrd) my favorite band ever since.

[@shaundavenport621]

What an irreplaceable memory! Good for you. 😊😊😊

[@redneckmacgyver0073]

Good lord the chills I got when Chris started that verse! He’s an amazing talent ❤

[@shortandcurlyredhead]

In my heart and soul... I hear a kind of Ronnie Van Zant ringing in my ears to Chris Stapleton ❣️❣️❣️❣️... Just my humble opinion Canadian crazy 🇨🇦🇮🇹😻❤️

[@70centurian]

Really...? Cover Hustler......... GET some Music knowledge. "Tennessee Whiskey"....? RIP George Jones. AND....He dont know the words to 1 of the Greatest Southern Rock songs of ALL time. (Hes READING) ......

[@annes2059]

@@70centurian Noticed that he was reading the lyrics too. Not taking anything away from CS's talent - he's amazing but Ronnie Van Zant and Lynyrd Skynyrd paved the way for so many.

[@melindabowman2722]

Yes indeed

[@JeffMoore1984]

Just glad people are still playing Southern rock🌍🙏🔥

[@happythe2]

Why haven't I seen a single comment about the guitar, I don't know the guys name, but he really rocked the whole thing out pretty flawlessley ! Bravo

[@wonderboytroy7484]

Matthew Followill

[@commonsenseman8522]

Great version of one of the best songs ever written. Well done KOL and Stapleton

[@freshhh_prince]

We need a collab album between these two voices ASAP!!

[@JS3music]

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[@patriciaharden5813]

Yes absolutely!

[@jeffrobodine1850]

You got that right brother 💯💯👍👍😎

[@slapoutindixie7537]

Yep they do hit it off mighty good!!!!

[@NancyChmielewski-rl5zz]

This is for “MY SON” ..”JESSE ZIMMERMAN” the love of my life…gave me what I needed to come back to life❤️ he was my life…now he belongs to a good woman who I can only pray loves him as much as I do!

[@whitetie13]

Let’s never forget Ronnie Van Zant was a master at his craft and his band where master musicians!

[@paularogers3549]

Yes indeed!!!

[@jeannetteforbes6376]

Omgawsh, truth! 100%

[@Lorena-vq7jy]

🙏🏻🤲🇺🇸🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@mudge102661]

Right on RVZ rules 👍💪🙏

[@JS3music]

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[@jcearnhardt393]

It's a honor for THEM to be able to play one of Ronnie's songs. Fly on freebird, we will never forget

[@Shaun.OBrien]

@@iloveamerica76 nah this was definitely written before either of them were dead. But they did dedicate freebird to them during live shows

[@markbarnes578]

DUANE WAS THE FIRST PERSON WHO DIED,THAT FREEBIRD WAS DEDICATED TOO, THE VERY FIRST,DUANE DIED I BELIEVE IN '71

[@jcearnhardt393]

@@Shaun.OBrien you are exactly right, ronnie and Allen wrote this year's before Duane or berry died.

[@Shaun.OBrien]

@@jcearnhardt393 yeah for sure. Cause the original version that was released on the muscle shoals album years later was recorded in 1971.

[@ep8865]

Damn, Chris Stapleton puts his heart and soul into this song. Just like Ronnie Vanzant and the Lynyrd Skynyrd band done💖

[@janicehunter8960]

Amen ! Loved when he did this as a Tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd

[@vbrent01]

I’m in heaven listening to this song with KOL & Chris Stapleton. Love both! Wow! I’ve always loved this song & to stumble upon this incredible song just made my night.

[@micktmusic]

Exactly the same feeling. I’ve done a short cover of this song myself very basic but after seeing this, definitely now on my list 👋🏻

[@sloan_005]

Listen to the version by Shinedown. Very good too!

[@dangleesack3553]

@@sloan_005 nah, that cover blows.

[@sloan_005]

@@dangleesack3553 - like you? I’ve seen both live - Skynard and Sinedown; pretty sure I’m better qualified to judge. 👍🏻

[@lblincoe2094]

Wow Caleb's voice is a perfect fit with this song! I wouldn't have immediately thought of him as blending well with this genre, but that's a huge oversight because he fits perfectly!

[@Jay-ju9jw]

Lol. L U must not be a true Lynyrd Skynyrd fan..

[@EL_80]

He's southern....

[@lifelong5425]

Leonard Skynard never dies...this just puts it where it always should be..up there. Superb.

[@Recycledhooligan]

It’s Lynyrd Skynyrd

[@HoneyBadgerJAB]

Lol damnit Leonard!

[@JS3music]

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[@markbarnes578]

SKYNYRD'S music will never die

[@TheClaytontsteelman]

Its leh-nard skin-ard

[@markfloyd2896]

An absolute southern rock anthem!

[@mistymichele3771]

Chris is just... Beyond amazing. He is like the only person I actually want to hear cover Freebird.

[@michaelnight3798]

Kol and Chris singing simple man would surely cure world aggression.. this has to be the definition of how we should live our lives. Forget all the shit.. if we live by this.. our earth will be such a good place.

[@0ptimal]

This song is spiritual. One of the best songs ever made, and my personal favorite.(tied w under the bridge). They did a great job capturing it's essence. Even the lead guitarist was on point.

[@JS3music]

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[@vamboroolz1612]

When my daughter was 6 years old she was doing a Xmas concert with her school. They wanted the pupils to come up with songs they could sing,( most picking the normal Xmas songs). My daughter decided she was going to sing Under The Bridge, just her, no accompaniment. Never been prouder of her and the place erupted when she finished. I couldnt make eye contact with her as she sang incase it put too much strain on her. She is now a primary school teacher here in Scotland.

[@lydiab6063]

Wow. I bet that was fantastic!

[@jessicaandreasen4362]

Agreed. This is spiritual and reminds me of my teen years. My fave is Black by Pearl Jam.✌🏼

[@JoseTorres-bj5rt]

A beautiful tribute to Ronnie and the rest of the Southern boys. Loved it👏🇲🇽🇺🇸.

[@aazlance7964]

Two of the best vocalists ever. It's too much.

[@zdfinical]

I wish they belted out “all I want for you my son… is to be satisfied!!” Shinedown does a great cover of this song.

[@ianbraganza3065]

Shinedown's version is awesome!

[@jscho8674]

Yep, Shinedown's cover of it live is freaking amazing. Definitely my fave.

[@romanfields7900]

Yeah, this one is okay. It is not Skynard, but I am off to watch Shinedown now. Thanks.

[@TimmyD-ki6fd]

One of my ALL TIME FAVORITE songs...this version was awesome!

[@ericespinoza4832]

I imagine heaven has concerts like this every day, and this is a preview. My word, was that beautiful

[@kathleengunnell1363]

Dedicated to my son Robbie love Mom🤩

[@blmrgtr]

The daytime concerts are only on weekends and holidays. Just like here, most shows are at night… ‘cept the shrooms are way better are wicked available.

[@jasonjenkins812]

This is the BEST cover I’ve ever heard. Supreme.

[@JacindaH]

I had no idea King's of Leon had this kind of range! Incredible!

[@TheRaunz]

Really? KOL is incredible band, one of the last good ones.

[@jackschaal6669]

Yep!

[@humanindica962]

Seen a ton of live bands in my days and they are up there with the best. Energy and Sound was phenomenal. See them if you are able.

[@mikebechthold536]

Wow, 3 of my favorite things all in one: one the all time best songs with two of my favorite artists! My boys took me to see Lynard Skynard at the San Diego fair for Fathers' Day - my first time seeing them. And I've taken my oldest to see KOL twice. The lyrics will always bring tears to my eyes when I remember my dad. Need to go see Stapleton live now, to complete this spiritual circle ;)

[@johnniepage3844]

Great job!! That young fellow playing lead guitar did a hell of a nice job!!!

[@snakecat586]

Kings of Leon. Has been one of my favorite bands for a long time. The older albums of course. Covering my other favorite bands skynyrd. And add Chris Stapleton??? How am I just now seeing this. Freak what a experience this was for them.

[@sportsguy2891]

One hell of a cover of one hell of a song.

[@leahmadsen361]

My son chose this song for our Mother/Son dance at his wedding. Epic memory for me ❤

[@davidholton9667]

Hello how are you? Are you there! So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.

[@jeffwright5768]

Coolest comment ever.

[@jeffwright5768]

Original one I mean!

[@twillett100]

If you want to see kindred musicians, watch how they match each others’ mic work. Step for step, note for note. Genius at work, y’all, 💜💜

[@deniseandmarkfirestine7443]

One of the best songs ever composed!!

[@christyedmonds3206]

Omgness! I love this version. This song was sung by a friend at funeral for my best friend that took his own life. It's very rare I can even listen to this song, but this one cover was so great. I cried through the whole song!!

[@starjacques4926]

Wow! I’m in a similar situation… and I see this? 😊❤

[@stoneyyates8635]

It was the tip of the hat by Stapleton on the first note much RESPECT !!!!!!

[@jasminmujezinovic324]

Nothing ever made more sense than this colab... And I never even thought about it!

[@barbarabranam8682]

Kings and MY FAVORITE SINGER CHRIS.GUYS AWESOME COVER OF THIS LEGENDARY SONG. RIP RONNIE💕💕💕💕💕🎸🎸🎸💗💗💗💗💗

[@cayde-6.0]

boom...my mind is blown! this was something special...I wish I could have been there!

[@johnandrobinmccoy8305]

I'll never tire of hearing this song forever.

[@johnmcgowan5210]

Absolutely love Calebs voice. Chris's voice in particular has so much soul.

[@robertkaler2550]

I don't think you can do any better than mr Stapleton he is legend in his own time

[@mandybarnette4883]

My cousin was a rock n roll angel. This song was played when they carried him to the cemetery. Soulshine by Government Mule was played at the beginning. No better home going. Love you , Scott❤️

[@kenseycrowley8080]

God I would have given ANYTHING to see this live. 😍

[@davidholton9667]

Hello how are you? Are you there! So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.

[@danstark55]

Two of my fave artists!!

[@danstark55]

@Whiskey Xray its a good song, not my fave though

[@scottthomas6949]

Crazy cool. Love KOL & Stapleton, and absolutely one of the best songs IMO from Skynyrd!

[@freightlinerclassic]

This song jerks at everyone of my heart strings for so many different reasons I love the original and every remake of it they all make me shed a tear when I hear that opening riff till I get to see you again Grandpa Stuchlik......Love you and miss you so much..

[@OU812..]

Kings and Chris sound excellent together 🙌👊🙏

[@OnePercenterBBNCBC]

Absolutely amazing cover

[@carolannecole3252]

Perfect song for Chris Stapleton to sing.

[@buckbiro]

KOL and Stapleton are legit musicians; Caleb has an amazing voice and Stapleton's talent goes without saying. This cover is great, but it tells you how good van Zant was. They guy was absolutely one of the best.

[@cantrell616]

God bless skynyrd, Chris and the leons

[@sandrog.f7914]

Cheers from São Paulo,Brazil. God bless you brother!! God Bless Skynyrd,Chris and Leons. God bless United states of america, and your rock and rol.

[@cantrell616]

@@sandrog.f7914 u too buddy! Cheers from Argentina 🤟🏻🇦🇷

[@JS3music]

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[@Reportageandart]

This performance is insane!

[@kathyraymelles.80]

love it , Kings of Leon have never let me down

[@davidholton9667]

Hello how are you? Are you there! So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song.

[@jeacaklotom]

Always loved this song!

[@crustycooter7488]

MATT KILLEDDDDDD THE SOLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@rorybisson756]

legit there isnt anything Chris covers that he instantly doesnt make his own and sound just fucking amazing. he truly is once-in-a-generation talent.

[@BurnNotice2023]

In this case it helps that Chris could be mistaken for a member of Lynyrd

[@billklacks9908]

You guys have got to be kidding. Chris crapleton is crap.

[@kathyrais574]

@@billklacks9908 opinions are like assholes, everybody has one.

[@kingsleyzissou2356]

By covers you mean copy note by note and not make it his own at all, listen to Etta James then listen to Tennessee Whiskey again, nothing original by Chris just a note for note cover (rip off)

[@mikebeasley6447]

@@kingsleyzissou2356 WALT & KINKSLEY ONE QUESTION. WHY IN THE WORLD ARE YOU 2 SUCH HATERS?

[@django1]

You're so right. Ronnie was a phenomenal songwriter just fantastic. Sometimes all he needed was a few bars if that from one of the boys and he was off writing a classic. Sorely missed

[@Richard-jy8qe]

Chris is the Man!

[@gerricarnes9172]

I love this song, as I have gotten older I have wanted this for my son. Just be something YOU LOVE AND UNDERSTAND.

[@wootertooter45]

Yup.... I have three boys and made sure as they grew up they knew this song and I made sure I walked the talk . All three have grown up to be amazing men💕

[@ovelican]

Caleb's voice is out of this world! ❤️

[@hugotome9119]

Thanks for uploading this great video and performance. There only a few audios earlier here, now we can see and listen with high quality this two high quality voices.

[@JS3music]

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[@stephenlindley7711]

Best cover I’ve ever heard of Simple Man, well done Caleb and Chris…..

[@trowuabeatin]

I agree!! This cover is awesome. The blend of KOL & Chris just works. That being said, Shinedown’s version is pretty darn good as well.

[@suzannedavila1446]

This is the best true to the original cover. Shinedown had more grit and really belted it out. They both are great.

[@johnnyseg754]

This is such a phenomenal song. Any good musician can appreciate it, and would love to play it at anytime. Nicely done here.

[@JimmyJames81]

What a performance…!!!! Not often I view modern videos wishing I was there…but I wish I was there….

[@sweetdrahthaar7951]

My hair stood on end instantly when the intro started. I love this song and I would really love to have one of the Chris Stapleton signature series tweed amps from the Fender custom shop. And I’ve been a Skynyrd fan since the beginning and this video reminds me how much I love music. Thank you so much for this video 👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@envylures5770]

Wow 🤩 this needs its on album of nothing but skynyrd covers !!!! They pull this off way way to well!!!

[@user-pm9fm1dk9v]

My current fave two male voices, I wish I could hear them each sing side by side better! Awesome duo and song tho!

[@chrishawkins6375]

Very good version, their voices go well together and guitar solos were solid. Well done!

[@18Ty18]

A legend singing a legendary song by a legendary bang god bless Skynyrd and Chris

[@JS3music]

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[@Judy.mac10-18]

I really like this classic song & KOL w/ Chris Stapleton is a great ending act! Cheers! 😊❤

[@willbrown6615]

Amazing two men, and one hell of a song! 💙

[@terrybullard7377]

I miss Nashville and all the fabulous music every where. I

[@sandraritter6399]

One of my favorites and thank goodness got to see them all in the 70s

[@tory9303]

My favorite cover. So beautiful

[@jn8819]

This is from 2015? How the hell are we only just seeing this?

[@humanindica962]

Lol😂 I’m just seeing it. So good

[@JoiCostantino]

This is one of the best. I know these guys have touched my heart with this version. ❤ 😢

[@unclebillscamping]

Skynyrd is no longer a band it has transcended into a timeless entity that manifests itself when the planets align and there are worthy musicians that come together to act as its avatar.

[@nancyprianti2355]

Truer words were never spoken In NY & have tickets for Skynyrd @ the beach ❤️

[@jeanaallison7236]

Beautifully said, "Uncle Bill" ❤️

[@gabrielpichardo1492]

@@nancyprianti2355 when and where will that be??? Please share , i cant miss that!

[@homehazard]

Lol that’s funny good. Nice going

[@medryeryi2557]

Amen brother

[@taylorwaylor87]

Was there that night - was cold as heck but an awesome show!

[@johnmcdowell9926]

So delighted to hear the music of the greatest band ever IMO!

[@StacyBinkard]

Chris Stapleton is so amazing..such a fan!!!❤

[@kenyonsgirl415]

What a combo!

[@ChildOfTheMostHighJesus]

I saw Stapleton June ‘24 and he was amazing!!!!!

[@edwarddenato819]

Great tribute to the greatest band of brothers ❤

[@opheliajane5034]

Chris Stapleton is a national treasure.

[@Lory_bro]

Great cover!! Chris is always great!

[@sarasmith6956]

I have watched these guys when they first started and they are the best and humble and kind men

[@pammcmonigle9210]

I absolutely love everything about this!

[@CHE113A]

Two Amazing voices Truly great Collab !!

[@AudioStorm1980]

This is the best I've heard the music covered....but no one compares to Ronnie. R.I.P. RVZ

[@jeffschwalb1720]

Really great cover of one of my favorite Skynard songs. KOL was fantastic rockin' out and the vocals by CS and the KOL lead vocalist was off the charts!