Gang of Youths cover The Middle East 'Blood' for Like A Version

Gang of Youths bring the feels covering The Middle East's 'Blood' for triple's Like A Version. Like A Version is a segment on Australian radio station triple j. Every week a musician or band comes into the studio to play one of their own songs and cover a song they love.
Since 2004, many artists have participated, including Childish Gambino, Lorde, CHVRCHES, Tame Impala, Tash Sultana, HAIM, Gang of Youths, Halsey, DMA'S, Aurora, Arctic Monkeys. You can watch past sessions here: bit.ly/like_a_v...
You can watch Like A Versions ad-free at www.triplej.net.au
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[@jacksonelliott7900]

The fact that the last lyrics go "and the cancer spread into her body and her blood, and there's nothing you can do about it now" mixed with David's life story so far makes this even more powerful than the gorgeous track. And not only this, in Sydney he revealed his ex wife died 5 months ago from the cancer. This is more than simply a song, this is fucking real. Thankyou Gang of Youths for this gem

[@sumanthkumarkantheti7976]

Jackson Elliott mama

[@trenta38]

I believe she had melanoma and the lyrics 'she got burnt by the sun too often when she was young'

[@NchantedPotato]

+trenta38 in what song?

[@acneville]

same song - literally the previous line.

[@NchantedPotato]

+Andrew Neville oh lol gotcha

[@franzbender1377]

Older brother, restless soul, lie down Lie for a while with your ear against the earth And you'll hear your sister sleep talking Say "Your hair is long but not long enough to reach Home to me But your beard Someday might be" And she'll wake up in a cold sweat on the floor Next to a family portrait drawn when you were four And beside a jar of two cent coins that are no good no more She'll lay it aside Older father, weary soul, you'll drive Back to the home you made on the mountainside With that ugly, terrible thing Those papers for divorce And a lonely ring A lonely ring Sit on your porch And pluck your strings And you'll find somebody you can blame And you'll follow the creek that runs out into the sea And you'll find the peace of the Lord. Grandfather, weary soul, you'll fly Over your life once more before you die Since our grandma passed away You've waited for forever and a day Just to die And someday soon You will die It was the only woman you ever loved That got burnt by the sun too often when she was young And the cancer spread and it ran into her body and her blood And there's nothing you can do about it now

[@jeetmann6388]

In my opinion this is still the greatest like a version (dare I say song) of all time

[@92Adzy]

Its epic

[@pebzobhoy7949]

Don’t you dare!!

[@cadenceabrahams4100]

Agreed!

[@joey1694]

Listening to this song when you have a spare few minutes, a break just takes you away from everything, still so salty this wasn’t the best song for the decade fr

[@LiquidAcid1]

wrong

[@oGoggles]

EDIT: They fucking did it. The year is 2021, with this song fast approaching it’s fourth birthday, and we are still yet to see it on Spotify. PLEASE Triple J, I haven’t lost faith.

[@beastofpripyat1147]

Mumford and Sons "Delta Tour EP" "Blood with Gangs of Youth" - Slightly different and live from concert.

[@tommygraziano1084]

They finally did! It’s on Spotify

[@rangiking8962]

Not the same but thanks

[@andreasyudhi1987]

good faith you have buddy.

[@naslundr7]

I truly did not think I could love this song more. And then I heard this.

[@andreb.9886]

Word!

[@sophiesmith9901]

you should listen to alice kristiansen's cover. it's beautiful

[@ashleydinney5195]

each time i listen, I like it more & more. Exactly. It's a textbook example of songs that grow on you

[@StephanieDawson85]

Same.

[@Kate-yh6gk]

The smile on that female cellist's face is so life-giving.

[@doctorderpage2848]

I'll never forget hearing it the first time, driving to work, not really listening to the chat, and it started and grew and kept growing and I would have been among a million in that moment helplessly awed by this art that was coming into the world.

[@milanandrejic5164]

This

[@Maxxiz1]

I think this EVERY time. I'm glad I'm not the only one

[@timbaynebauer7173]

@@doctorderpage2848I had such a similar experience! I shushed children in the backseat while I turned up the volume and ended up crying! It’s pure magic! As soon as I came home I found and watched this!

[@therearenogoodfamily]

I love how happy the blonde cello player is! Just stoked to be there and be part of something amazing

[@lararaymond6277]

I totally watch their faces everytime!

[@pboydc7300]

I know she is veryyyy beautiful I'd marry her!

[@incocnicto]

yeah I noticed that too. It's so nice to seem them totally getting into it!

[@royvoigt4354]

Jesus, this man is attractive.

[@pandalie_]

oh yes 🔥

[@calebpena6052]

Doesn't watching this make you guys feel proud to be Australian? Like, we've got some cool shit happening over here.

[@ellamorrison6427]

Caleb Pena ikr. i am so happy to have gang of youths i. AUS

[@tarachamberlain5418]

YES

[@jmack2615]

Caleb Pena yes

[@blairmercer411]

I'm American but I can safely say y'all are going through a hell of a musical renaissance right now. I appreciate it haha

[@fabespohe7542]

kiwi

[@randomsquare1867]

Kind of feel like I've been flayed alive. My grandfather passed away yesterday, and the lyrics have struck me to the bone. Thank you for such an honest performance.

[@nigelingram7749]

If I could I hug you right now I would, promise I will give a big cuddle to your ma. Chin up cousin.

[@chelsearoxburgh1685]

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[@ReubenRasmussen]

possibly one of the best like a versions i have heard.

[@minksrule2196]

Teddy Holiday Why all the hate? Just chill bro...

[@mrclancymac1]

Reuben Rasmussen that's sad then..

[@JesusTorres-wp3vm]

Reuben Rasmussen i

[@ReubenRasmussen]

+mrclancymac1 see how I said " one of the best " and used the words " possibly"

[@ReubenRasmussen]

+Teddy Holiday (Childish Gambino) 1v1 me I'm up for it

[@Abe.Wassenstein]

Ben & Liam, you are both doing a great job. We appreciate it mateys!!! Much love to you both and FUCK the haters!!!

[@ayylmao7669]

are there controversies with them?

[@petermccombie4355]

They made a video yesterday I think for ruok day talking about the struggles that they've had coming to terms with a lot of the hate they have gotten since taking over. I think that's what he's referring to.

[@strongasbull]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZorLZaGlgdGJbcU

[@GetYaPinguOut]

Absolutely crippling cover. The original is so beautifully written and this does it such great justice. Kudos - goosebumps felt across Australia this morning.

[@TheGrifCannon00]

So is a Like A Version track allowed to win the hottest 100, coz I think we have a serious contender here.

[@ms94]

That could be a possibility. Well, the DMAs Like a Version ('Believe' by Cher) reached #6 in the most recent Hottest 100, so it does open up the possibility of a Like a Version #1. I personally still prefer original songs to top the Hottest 100 like it always had been throughout its history, but a #1 Like a Version wouldn't bother me, especially if it is a Like a Version of the quality that Gang of Youths had just done.

[@ellamorrison6427]

Simon Jennings yeah it can!!!😊 i so happy it can be in hottest 100

[@lux7829]

Number 41 baBY

[@nathanielpillar8012]

@@lux7829 is that all?

[@cadenpardo7795]

My grandmother is pretty close to dying of cancer, and my grandfather will never love another. They dated 5 weeks and have been married 50 years, 4 children and 12 grandchildren. This song hits home like a freight train. Rad cover, and thanks to Middle East for the untouchable original. Music like this amplifies the emotions of this surreal life.

[@DK_Son]

It finished 2 mins ago and I'm still sitting here in silence, crushed. Damn. What a cover. What a song. Hadn't heard either version until right now.

[@ellamorrison6427]

am i the only one that listens to this over and over again

[@beceh23]

Nope.

[@rodneyhele1784]

Um. Noooo way.

[@aurorakp8012]

nah mate, i'm here too

[@cakedesignsbycherylrobinso971]

Pretty sure I'm 237,000 of the 2,379,000 views

[@davidamos3542]

Nppe

[@KeltotheSea9797]

I'm in tears, this song got me through so much when I was younger. Thanks Gang Of Youths for doing it justice and taking it ever further!!!! Absolutely stunning.

[@dlis6384]

Greatt !!!!! I saw 2 days ago in Lisbon playing this song with Mumford and sons .... no words !!!!

[@cm7945]

Me too and it was SO AMAZING ! I can't even find the words to describe how powerful it was

[@PostWarKids]

I just saw they uploaded a professional recording of the version you’re talking about and yeah major fomo

[@michaellivesey4354]

Lucky you..so jealous..seen on you tube..and that was good.

[@mattyz4769]

These guys are some of the most talented musicians I've ever listened to. His voice is incredible. I could honestly listen to him sing anything.

[@SigurRoss]

i sometimes feel like bands are cheating when they do like a version with a full band...then this shit gets dropped and my jaw is on floor good job making it your own

[@Rzadwg]

I cried. I'm not even ashamed. By far one of the most beautiful Like A Versions I've ever heard

[@Stoneman180190]

Sorry Brandon Flowers but David Le'aupepe is the man

[@pedrohenrick9123]

The Middle East - Blood (LYRICS) Older brother, restless soul, lie down Lie for a while with your ear against the earth And you'll hear your sister sleep talking Say, Your hair is long but not long enough to reach Home to me But your beard Someday might be And she'll wake up in a cold sweat on the floor Next to a family portrait drawn when you were four And beside a jar of two cent coins that are no good no more She'll lay it aside Older father, weary soul, you'll drive Back to the home you made on the mountainside With that ugly, terrible thing Those papers for divorce And a lonely ring A lonely ring Sit on your porch And pluck your strings And you'll find somebody you can blame And you'll follow the creek that runs out into the sea And you'll find the peace of the Lord. Grandfather, weary soul, you'll fly Over your life once more before you die Since our grandma passed away You've waited for forever and a day Just to die And someday soon You will die It was the only woman you ever loved That got burnt by the sun too often when she was young And the cancer spread and it ran into her body and her blood And there's nothing you can do about it now

[@theharminatorable]

THE DAY HAS ARRIVED - IT'S ON SPOTIFY

[@BYUDOJO]

Whenever someone asks me to give them a song to listen to they may have never heard that they will love - I send them to this video. West Coast USA

[@jo-anneskippy9033]

The diversity and sensitivity in all their songs is just amazing, so passionate, full of life, full of angst, just is alluring to listen to, and musically so provocative, cannot pick a song that I love more than the others, this Band totally rocks!!

[@catherinebeacham1117]

Me again. Just reminding myself that this is truly one of the most beautiful songs ever written and performed. Thank you for making my life feel exceptional once again as I listened to your masterpiece.

[@mybrownietwins2139]

To win hottest 100 LAV

[@jackrodgers631]

My school band teacher introduced me to this cover, as well as many other songs from less popular musicians. Each day I am thankful to my father and that teacher for allowing me to have such a diverse taste in music. Thanks Mr. B

[@XAL]

Put their LCD Soundsystem cover back up PLEASE.

[@sarahwright9193]

One of the BEST like-a-versions ever, I'd say.

[@Becjohnno]

So so great, love this song and Gang of Youths. I love this... BUT! Can we have "All my friends" back please? THAT one is the greatest like a version of all time!!!!!!!

[@charlesfoster8119]

It's not a video, but it's better than nothing: soundcloud.com/marcus-vella/all-my-friends-cover-gang-of-youths

[@bc106]

Please upvote. We need it back!

[@josmurf]

If anyone happens to have a copy of this, do let us know how we can get it. Don't mind paying at all :)

[@jenniferobrien5322]

It's on the Triple J Like a Version CD. Can't remember the number but there are a few other good tracks.

[@MsPink67]

+Joseph Tay there's a few on soundcloud :)

[@manandlegend]

It's finally in Spotify!!! About fckn time!!!

[@catherinebeacham1117]

This guy could sing the phone book and make it sound amazing - what a great band. And violins elevate just about anything. Best cover ever.

[@lukeculleton5716]

still prefer this over the original, sorry middle easts

[@dangardave6442]

David Andrew on piano. Those of you who saw the Hordern gig will recognise him. He's the guy "Persevere" was written about.

[@AdrianBreakspear]

David Reynolds well technically it's about Emmy Grace his daughter, but yes. Lovely guy.

[@dangardave6442]

Adrian, technically it's about Emme, not Emmy. Yeah, David's a lovely guy and Jess is wonderful too. And might I mention, you did a brilliant job on the new album too!

[@davidandrew7471]

Jess is my favourite!!!

[@dangardave6442]

Haha! No idea where that came from mate... I don't even know a Jess!

[@AdrianBreakspear]

David Reynolds Jess ftw!

[@markcoe6357]

ITS HAPPENING ITS FINALLY ON SPOTIFY ❤️

[@roseyrates]

Just came to comment this! How good is it!

[@michaelheinze1988]

3:55 look at the female cello player. This is what music does to us. Love and joy!

[@jo-anneskippy9033]

Played this song to my 85 year old mother the other day, and she said it was so beautiful, so deep, she loved it too

[@Matthewmcferran]

These lyrics speak to my heart & soul. They take me back to that hospital room where you had to leave mummy and daddy behind and go play with the angels. Miss you sweet girl.

[@discovermusic5537]

For those looking for a non-youtube version soundcloud.com/likeaversionjjj/like-a-version-the-middle-east-blood-gang-of-youths-cover

[@vincemassara3283]

This is still the best like a version of all time

[@Jacob-kg9eg]

Fucking hell they really need to release this as a proper track on spotify

[@biancab372]

I'm an absolute mess right now :') That song means the world to me and I think this is the greatest cover/version I have ever heard of it!

[@rebeccaowen25]

This will forever be my favourite Like a Version - absolute magic. Can't wait to see them live, in November!

[@StephanieDawson85]

Can't stop listening to this cover. Better than the original, and did not think that was possible.

[@macasweb]

How is it that every single time a rock band gets with an orchestral section, magic happens? Do the orchestral types appreciate the freedom from the bow-tie with a baton? Also, is there some rule that says chicks on cellos have to be gorgeous?

[@johannesmeier5550]

Gang of Youths are a true gift to music. Breathtaking performance.

[@usbcaufhdmi]

Oh wow.. I think the ending is the most heartbreaking thing ever, I just love it so much with the violin and the humming. Sadly, in the live versions at concerts they nearly always leave that part out

[@MulderFromXFiles]

Everyone wanting this song on Spotify, the day has finally arrived. September 9th the year of our lord 2022.

[@sauvage9764]

A month before my grandma passed away 💔

[@scottmcnaughton539]

There have been a lot of amazing covers through Like A Version, covers that alter what you think of when you remember a song, and I think this is right up there. Just the energy & enjoyment of everyone playing gives off a positivity that hits you every time you watch this.

[@telorceploks]

Oh great it's finally on Spotif- [song not available in my country]

[@TheZenDen44]

3 years ago? The fuck have I only found this like a version now?!!!

[@taradcruz7480]

one of the BEST like a versions EVER !!! The whole thing is like one massive crescendo and its to perfect oml I'm still tingling from listening to that!!

[@SlowriseFishing]

Well it took a little over a year, but we're at the stage now where the equivalent of 10% of Australians have watched this...

[@aidenlougheed7643]

Easily one of the best voices ever out of Australia

[@mitchellyann7059]

Sorry to say but, it's better than the original

[@anthonyjames4319]

Mitchiy blasphemy

[@pancakes4140]

Bet he went home and absolutely smashed the blonde on the strings

[@mikechet412]

When did The King In The North join a rock band?

[@andreb.9886]

hahaha... id say its a mixture of jon snow and khal drogo :D

[@beans7622]

Season 8 premieres in 3 1/2 hours. This comment is perfect lol

[@kevinflanagan2543]

@@andreb.9886 Yeah I definitely thought more along the lines of Jason Mamoa, but I can see Kit in there too.

[@timbo0173]

FUCK!......as if the original wasn't good enough....my lord...absolute artistry

[@MrAnhedonic]

Quality interview too boys. Gang of youths breath hope and life into the world, I can't get enough.

[@призрак999]

I am rarely floored or impressed. Too many drugs as a kid , but this made me cry for real. This is why I listen to so much classical. The emotion evoked here is one I rarely feel. Thank you gals and gents. This was special and you made my year!

[@filmsbyjames]

The best band in Australia. No question.

[@deanewilliamson4162]

Sticky fingers obvs

[@dissilymordentroge5818]

At this point in time maybe the best band on the planet?

[@sm-vu4er]

This band is gash

[@kellylee7449]

Indeed

[@kellylee7449]

Dissily Mordentroge agreed

[@mitchellpatterson3323]

Jeff Buckley and Halleluja, Jimi Hendrix and All Along the Watchtower, Sinead O'Connor and Nothing Compares 2 U, Soft Cell and Tainted Love. Every now and then an artist comes along and covers a song improving or changing it in such a way that they become the new custodians of it. Gang of youths are the new custodians of Blood.

[@jasonkowieski5714]

This is my favorite type of cover. Respectful to the original while putting your own essence into it.

[@CPAPReviews]

amazing cover! even more so with the cheek bones on the cello. Wow

[@tickub]

Do yourselves a favor and listen to this while laying down on your bed and just stare at the ceiling. If God was real, this would be the closest you'll get to an encounter.

[@hate6687]

Calvin Huang 👎🏽

[@kylejeffery89]

👍

[@garyrobinson4785]

epic comment. god is not . but that feeling this song gave you , that's real.and its beautiful.it gave me faith in humanity. something I have not felt in years

[@anthonyjames4319]

What a dumb comment

[@ennui_cherub]

Shut the fuck up this song is about someone's Grandpa dying fuck off

[@pvkoz8698]

Unbelievable song, just so great and perfectly delivered by one of my favourite bands Gang of Youths. Shout out to the classical string section who perfectly deliver the vocal choruses from the original and they seem to love this song just as much as I do.

[@theonlyadrienne]

Someone always says it about every Like A Version but this is hands down, no contest, the best one ever

[@rubberducky1416]

cried when i heard it on the radio, cried even more when i watched the video. God damn Gand of Youths, you've made my day, week, month

[@minksrule2196]

Year, decade, century, millennium.....

[@jessicaduffy2772]

Alice Quarrell so glad it wasn't just me!! Literally can't even contain myself when I watch/listen to it

[@samanthamitchell4115]

Oh yeh, there's no containing...

[@juankemps5978]

Is their lead guitarist wearing a Snow Patrol shirt? What a legend haha

[@IamtheWV17]

I think it's a lucky charm... he brought it on stage at the sydney gig and then wore it for the encore. Which is awesome as snow patrol are my all time favourite band and Gang of youths are starting to catch up... seeing him walk out with that shirt was a really awesome sight for me.

[@nathanrobertson819]

They were planning on doing Open Your Eyes by Snow Patrol for this like a version but triple j said no hahaha

[@IamtheWV17]

ACTUALLY!?? I'm now furious....

[@chrisonion3127]

And they let Bec Sandridge do The Voice? Makes it hard to believe triple j curates what goes on here.

[@missjadeywoo]

The best Like A Version of 2017, if not all time. Gave me goosebumps all over.

[@catherinebeacham1117]

I return to this song often. It is exquisite. An all time top 100 as far as I'm concerned.

[@heathdennelly6652]

I am sitting here stunned after listening to this for the 10th time....an incredible cover by an incredible band, not since Ben Harper did under pressure has a like a version affected me as much... there is something special here... thankyou for giving this to the world

[@mackadog1]

Such a good song !!! Proposed to fiancé the day this was played. Holds a special place

[@SirSamTheThird]

There have been a lot of truly amazing Like a Versions, they have been going on for so long, have covered so many different genres. I don't think it is possible to declare one that is the definitive 'best' however if someone did, it would be pretty damn hard to go past this one.

[@lucyvw1679]

Their new album, tour and now this. It is all so beautiful and has so much meaning and I think it is brave of him to put so much emotion into the music. He puts so much love into the way he sings and I think there are so many people out there that forget about this beautiful side of music. PS: those fucking high notes at the end killed me

[@JA-yz8eq]

Utterly incredible my skins tingling my hairs standing on end and my hearts on fire

[@rodneyhele1784]

Unbelievable arrangement. Unbelievable performances from everyone. If that doesn’t make your hair stand up nothing will.

[@L.E.E-iiLVyo]

Spotify ffs !!!!!!!!!!!

[@LADtoby]

Not my favourite band by any stretch. But the 2 like a versions they have done are nothing short of exceptional.

[@carmenaquilina2431]

I FOUND IT ON SPOTIFY TODAY!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@carmenaquilina2431]

04/11/2022!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ashleysoklevski6240]

How do they do it every single time? All my friends by LCD a couple of years ago, and now this? They truly are incredible musicians and people. PLUS THEY ARE RAD LIVE! The total package.

[@camshep4081]

Hi triple j please add this and nothing but thieves what can I do when a fire burns out to the Apple Music like a version playlist, thanks in advance

[@sharp_tooter]

what is it with ladies who play strings looking drop dead gorgeous?!?!?!

[@Becjohnno]

The Cellist is also on this like a version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmKWp3xpoKyAp8U which is also a really good one :)

[@owmyhands]

The cellist is Hannah Oblikov - www.celloxhanna.com/

[@Bruh-nj5nu]

Lol that's a man

[@lukeculleton5633]

they are also really enjoying the whole performance

[@Ybis96]

Violinist is from I Know Leopard; check them out, they're insanely good

[@Kleasky]

This song is sweet poison

[@lucifig_prime]

How did they stock their string section with supermodels?

[@simnewmills]

4min:47sec, David Attenborough voice - “and it was at this very moment, the Celloist surmised, that the once faithful instrument that had steered her through intellect and discovery had surpassed, and her true calling was in rock n roll”

[@liamsciacca472]

Get around em for #1 in the hot 100. These rock legends deserve their name in lights now!!!

[@IamtheWV17]

Hearing David sing these lyrics is absolutely emotionally shattering!!! Incredibly powerful performance... and one of the greatest like a versions of all time... if not the greatest.

[@Camweeno7]

THIS IS NOW ON SPOTIFY. I REPEAT THIS IS NOW ON SPOTIFY

[@coolneighbour2936]

Fuck. Iam blown away. This is fucking beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow!

[@Biokour]

I swear at least 50,000 of these views have been from just having it on repeat on my computer

[@gilbag]

You and Me both, mate

[@karlg9717]

The Asian Girl on the violin is so beautiful. Anyone knows anything about her??

[@Kleasky]

bro idk but I feel u

[@TheTruthiest]

Wasn't so sure about this at first, but it really took off at 2:44 and from that point, they really made it their own. Excellent cover.

[@cliftongreening4988]

Umm.. So they kinda own this song now.

[@ZRobertson91]

Still my favorite cover of any song, ever. Better than the original, better than them with Mumford and Sons, just amazing

[@petercullin9658]

This band is blowing everyone else away at the moment! Who would have thought The Middle East would suit them so perfectly. Brilliant version!!

[@LLBoydBear]

This song and cover are perfection…tears, every time ✨😪💛✨