Sugarland and Sara Bareilles cover "Come On Eileen"

Live from the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles -- and with a little help from our touring partner Sara Bareilles -- we take on a classic from the '80s: Dexys Midnight Runners' "Come On Eileen"! Too-rah loo-rah, Sugarfriends... sing it if you know it!
Video directed by Valarie Allyn Bienas

[@NanceFerrellDugger]

I believe Jennifer can harmonize with anybody. She has a beautiful talent.

[@timteevin4517]

They're not only good, they're having FUN.

[@ryannixon9002]

This is what true performers look like. A show for the crowd, no egos, just musicians at their best, doing what they love.

[@douglas2539]

Love Sugarland, love Sara Bareilles, love the song "Come on Eileen". Think my brain just exploded, that was awesome. I'm about 12 years late to the party, but better late than never.

[@clearytheory8826]

Holy shit. This is the absolute best cover, They obviously love doing this -- so contagious. What fun! What enjoyment!

[@worldissuesmatter1643]

Every once in a while you find a video of artists absolutely having a wonderful time. This is one. They are absolutely loving this.

[@bobbyjohnson6240]

Two voices that are so incredible ❤❤❤❤❤

[@markradzwion5547]

Without question THE most insanely PERFECT cover of any song ever.

[@andyrose1307]

If i need cheering up i watch this , it never fails to give me gossebumps and makes me smile.xx❤

[@timsullivan67]

Is anyone else having as much fun as Jennifer and Sara?

[@dianearnold3712]

Christian

[@evelynkaderi8659]

Cant count how many times i watched this. What this performance speaks to me is do what you love doing unashamedly and have fun while at it!

[@benjaminwright-rj9xc]

Definitely feels like this collaboration came about organically, just goofing around. And then, "let's do it at a show!?"

[@Junctionist]

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[@this-is-alliecat]

It automatically puts me in a good mood

[@AndrewMoffitt]

I don't think I've seen people have so much fun performing a song before! There's something magical about watching a performance that is enjoyed as much by the performer as it is by the audience. This was amazing to see!

[@loveallbodies]

I cannot get enough of this cover. I have listened to it 30 times today

[@thepinkyprincesspoetc.a.5767]

Me2

[@jonathanrice1070]

Same!

[@TheToledoTrumpton]

Its good because they don't screw around with the original too much. Tough song to cover, don't see it much on those talent shows.

[@scoopermanu]

@@TheToledoTrumpton Better looking than Kevin Rowlands and cleaner feet lol

[@markies5411]

One of the best covers I’ve ever heard

[@Noeau]

Hands down the most talented singer, songwriter and musician from Hawaii ever!!! Taken from us way too soon. Grateful to have you tube videos of this extraordinary man forever.

[@paulonius42]

Whom are you talking about?

[@wiseone2173]

Sara is gorgeous!

[@danb6838]

They sure look like they're having fun!

[@HodgsonDavid]

This version of Come on Eileen is fantastic. The energy of all the performers is outstanding , and there having fun!!!!!!! One of the best tunes ever

[@claireboyle7151]

David Hodgson I’d venture to say this might be even better than the original!

[@jimrauh3584]

Don't venture that far!!

[@rareone2369]

I agree, could listen to this song forever!!!

[@nandy1256]

Give credit to the song itself. Easily a song full of fun it would be hard not to go overboard with it.

[@thepinkyprincesspoetc.a.5767]

Love it

[@williamsmith6511]

It always amazes me at just how many fantastic musicians there are in this world. These are the cream of the crop.

[@mistiejones9894]

I love Jennifer Nettles. She's like a teenager singing into a brush in her bedroom to songs she loves on the radio, but she does it on stage and we get to see it. She always opens herself up and just has fun!

[@thepinkyprincesspoetc.a.5767]

TOTALLY my thoughts too. Great Song to the original by the Dexys in early 80's !

[@johns.4331]

Fantastic analogy. Love it! The less known Hair Brush Vocals with the Classic Air Guitar.

[@PDXpackrat]

She’s amazing. A lady truly in love with the music.

[@lizard944]

LOL! I was waiting for her to head-butt Sara then stick her arm pit into her face.

[@juliemudd2985]

Yes! I think she is one of the most underrated artist. She is so talented!

[@clarencesantini3250]

They knocked this song out of the park , great job

[@Pia93]

Oh this is unbelievable! They harmonize sooo goood! ♥ thumbs up if you love Jennifer Nettles and Sara Bareilles!

[@joefennessy9984]

👍👍👍👍

[@buzzgreen1498]

Such a happy time

[@Havanorange]

Really? ok 👍

[@billnordby3142]

I never tire watching this performance. So great together !!!

[@joseywales9726]

I knew when I heard that back in the 80s it would never die...

[@brucekronberg8492]

Want a song to put a smile on your face; this song is what you're looking for.

[@mohammedcohen]

'bout damn time this iconic song was covered!!!

[@jasonhurst4332]

Holy crap...just found this..one of my fave 80s songs..awesome

[@rbilleaud]

I've never seen a performer who radiates pure joy more than Jennifer Nettles. Love her.

[@amyb7741]

You nailed it...... She is the ultimate performer!!!! The amazing thing about her is that her vocals back up her stage presence.

[@k247a]

I'd love to see Jennifer do a duet with Rob Thomas...….

[@russellmanski4117]

she's the best

[@samanthawallis6245]

@@porangytang wanker

[@rexcraigo]

You're looking at the wrong one. Look at Sara!!!!!

[@wallylawder]

This is not an easy song to do and they totally nail it, with such exuberance! Love it.

[@boboclown1661]

JUST WATCHED DWIGHT IN CONCERT IN BOISE ABOUT A MONTH AGO...GREAT CONCERT. STILL HAS A GREAT VOICE ALWAYS LOVED HIS MUSIC...DAM GOOD CONCERT..

[@stevesurfaro]

THIS IS the BEST Eileen Cover Ever. Perfect Kevin harmony; Jennifer + Sara = dreamy!

[@ThirdEarth]

Honestly, this is seriously what the heart and soul of music is about - talented performers having the time of their lives and projecting their love of what they do through amazing, spirited performances like this one. Perfection.

[@whitethorn1969]

Whenever I'm feeling down I play this video.❤️

[@lanierredd3]

2 beautiful Goddesses, singing one of my favorite, love you both

[@the13thrain]

Not everything can be as good as the original but this surpasses the original. The harmony, the energy omg!

[@michaelcriscitiello8717]

I’ve been going to concerts for over 50 years. Every show has one song that blows the roof off the venue. This is that song.

[@TheRagingZen]

This performance is awesome, their energy on stage is infectious!

[@stevewaters1605]

They both have great voices, Sara’s is simply next level, amazing the more I hear her.

[@giouchas]

❤ One of the best covers in the history of music. Bravo!

[@dougthomson5544]

Well, it would be nice if Ms. Nettles and Ms. Bareilles would get together and record this damned song. The best cover ever!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lissamk3990]

Well that was ridiculously fun. I could watch this another 6 times in a row. 😃

[@marthasullivan1966]

This is the best cover I have ever seen, I watch it everyday now. Every single performance spot on and absolutely joyful.

[@stevesmodelmania7960]

I've seen a lot of live performances and this one is why you go to see artists live. This is amazing

[@ChgoBull23]

Jen has more energy than a 18yr old and has the ability to make everyone around her happy and smile. She is a class act!

[@shockermeall]

Who is still watching this in April 2021

[@bloopyscoopy3141]

@@shockermeall Nov '21!

[@terryelliott6497]

How about 2024!

[@ncredwing3680]

Jennifer is by far the sexiest woman alive. The passion and sass she puts into her performances is simply electrifying.

[@lisalu910]

I've never watched either of these performers before, I came here for the song. But I have to say I'm completely captivated.

[@ScottyColoradoKid]

ME TOO!!

[@kristiemoe9100]

I enjoy all 3 but Sara sings every feeling I can feel. I'm a horrible communicator so I use music to assist me explaining things to people. She's inadvertently saved my life on a couple occasions.

[@wolfwiber2788]

What a spirited performance. So much energy.

[@thepinkyprincesspoetc.a.5767]

Forever listened to this till my hubby died in September... back to it first time today... Love it!!!

[@thepinkyprincesspoetc.a.5767]

Back again...September 12 Missing you Dreadfully My David! September 20th will be the First Anniversary taking you off Life Support my Darlin... Love this song ...Love it by Dexys too...Nothing like the 80’s

[@bernisayachting]

Sara she is a National Treasure … Jennifer just amazing 👏👏👏🥰

[@jameswithrow5806]

There is no better, female Country Artist.💌

[@les13robinson]

This such a fun cover...can't stop smiling.

[@c5d53g2e]

Back when I was in college (15 years ago) this was the theme song at the Field House in Iowa City, Iowa. Nostalgia gets me teary-eyed.

[@camillecasalla5548]

I was smiling the whole time. Beautiful performance.

[@uw10isplaya]

Now that I've watched it 100 times I really appreciate the drums/guitar/violin and their contribution to this awesome cover.

[@Sunset_City_Blues]

Oh definitely. I love the violin intro, sounds great. 2:15 - 2:53 drums, brilliant. I'd love to play drums...my neighbours wouldn't love it though! These guys certainly know how to play, they've got a great sound.

[@philbergeron5306]

Wow,brought me back 35 years

[@ra-ku3hn]

Saw them on tour in Canandaigua NY. THIS is the exact performance they gave. The whole set was pure magic!!

[@oliviahatton4855]

I got to see this live when I was 12 and I will never forget it

[@calumanderson6738]

How could that not put a smile on your face, and having you singing it all day.

[@williammassey8514]

BIG Smile

[@bloopyscoopy3141]

No kidding--can't stop listening!

[@christineallen7170]

Energy level 100% Perfection level 100% This cover could/can/will cure depression if it doesn't no help for you

[@TheTimovt]

Great song!!! great voices!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@mcal3602]

They look like they had the time of their lives. I've never seen anything like this lol. It's amazing

[@mateoinshape]

Hahaha 😅❤😂

[@acdyman]

Its one of THE BEST 80s songs, so yeah.. anyone would love it ;)

[@henrydawkins1335]

That's because it's a fun song 🤪

[@hijodelaisla275]

I'm so glad they're having fun.

[@henrydawkins1335]

I like Sugarland s version

[@mppayne1989]

This is the best performance ever in the history of performances! Jennifer is amazing!!!!!

[@Sammy-mp9xn]

No way lol

[@thhunter]

This is one of those ones you can always pull up to feel happy.

[@ZoeSummers1701A]

This just makes me grin. This song got EVERYONE on the dance floor in the 980’s & 90’s discos!

[@willieduff3082]

Happy music for sad times. Puts a smile on my face

[@Mel7250]

Hometown girl, our Sara, goll dang it we're so proud of her. Humboldt County LOVES her.

[@teddeb51]

How can you not LOVE this.

[@rickw9507]

Best video EVER - they are having so much fun.

[@MolecularMindz]

No matter how many covers i listen to of this song i nevee get tired of it. MASTERFULL

[@KrisOlason-i8r]

Absolutely a wonderful time in both artist history. Boom!

[@susanhess8396]

I had to watch this twice.........to make sure it was the perfection, I saw the first time. IT WAS.... Perfection that is. : )

[@shaneowen3290]

this is pure musical joy

[@johns.4331]

Absolutely Totally Badass Cover. I revisit quite often to get my fix.

[@Dazzily]

This makes me feel good. Thank you ladies

[@c5d53g2e]

Thank you for this. My best friend died in August and this was her favorite song. I miss you Lizzy. Every day.

[@AlCrawford-d4t]

The pure joy of the duet is inspiring me to dance.

[@mangoplays8775]

Love those two ladies. Beautiful performance.

[@kialautnerlovelautne]

They looked like they were having soooo much fun!! I love it!

[@andrewcavett5691]

I had a bad day. I was tired, I didn't feel good, work was ugly, and my girlfriend may have ended our relationship. I was grouchy until I came across this video. After watching it, my mood improved. Thank you Jennifer and Christin ( sorry if I mis-spelled their names)

[@gordonharvey1036]

Two words, absolutely brilliant.

[@billengles7485]

Absolutely fantastic! So much fun!

[@ricosuave9060]

When your talented like that, you can play anything!

[@Corey.K85]

This is amazing in so many ways. The talent is top notch, but just look at how much fun they are having. There’s no way anyone in that audience could not be singing along and enjoying every minute of this performance.

[@TomLloyd-18]

2 of the BEST female voices in the music industry. Love this . . . MORE please.

[@samc.7323]

I love me some Sara Bareilles!!!😘😘😍😍💕💕💕

[@EASYSTATE]

Me too!!!

[@mikeacton2203]

Two of the great voices in music. They do the work justice.

[@toriddoyle]

this just makes me so happy! favorite duo... favorite 80's song.

[@hauckajslorenkxs6685]

This is seriously brilliant.. And how gorgeous is Sara?! I'm dying I love this cover version of the 80s classic. They really do it justice! Bloody good fun. That, that was just bloody brilliant!

[@alexwarner6111]

Hauckajs Lorenkxs someone needs to turn this song into a Covid 19 parody, we need a few laughs right now

[@tangobango9653]

What a great version of this great song...the energy is incredible!

[@erikboje460]

Perfect arrangement, two brilliant singers and a super band behind..

[@DonnaKramer-ty6xu]

Oh THOSE are the words! LOL. Just loved this combination and version. So fun.

[@davidturnbull7922]

Wow! Were they having fun. That was so cool to see and listen. Now thats entertainers entertaining. I bet crowd was singing and dancing enjoying performance as well

[@TeaGeeLee]

So so good. The vitality from both women is contagious. Great job!

[@kyler591]

man they do a great job on this,,THIS IS WHY I LOVE MUSIC -NEVER GETS OLD AND IM 67 LOL

[@bloopyscoopy3141]

You said it my brother--I'm with you!!!

[@CG-ld6xg]

Wow, this is one of the most incredible music performances I have ever seen.

[@markdrake6217]

The drummer is just slaying it!

[@steve_b_uk1227]

Wow, what a fantastic performance….I love this song and stumbled upon this video, love it great version 👍👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@millykay3938]

i love how much fun they are having!

[@allanreyes6873]

This amazing song is one of a kind. Creative awesome magical back in the 80s. And this buoyant cover captures that magic definitely

[@greghanneman4978]

Absolutely Incredible 😃🤗😃🤗❤

[@Zetep]

Every once in a while I just have to come back to watch and listen