When You Say Nothing at All - Keith Whitley (Cover by Emily Linge)

“When You Say Nothing at All” by Keith Whitley - Cover by Emily Linge.
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Special thanks to Simon Tomkins for all of the recorded guitar parts.
Thanks also to ‪@elvisgaragic9104‬ from ‪@SoundStruckStudios‬ Dubai for the drums and mix/mastering.
"When You Say Nothing at All" was written by Paul Overstreet and Don Schlitz. It was first a hit for Keith Whitley in 1988, then Alison Krauss in 1995. Irish singer Frances Black, whose 1996 version became her third Irish top -10 single and brought the song to the attention of Irish pop singer Ronan Keating, whose 1999 version was his first solo single and a number-one hit.
I was inspired by Ronan Keating's version.
Lyrics:
It's amazing how you
Can speak right to my heart.
Without saying a word
You can light up the dark.
Try as I may, I could never explain
What I hear when you don't say a thing.
The smile on your face
Lets me know that you need me.
There's a truth in your eyes
Saying you'll never leave me.
The touch of your hand says you'll catch me wherever I fall.
You say it best when you say nothing at all.
All day long I can hear
People talking out loud,
But when you hold me near
You drown out the crowd.
Try as they may, they can never define
What's being said between your heart and mine.
The smile on your face
Lets me know that you need me.
There's a truth in your eyes
Saying you'll never leave me.
The touch of your hand says you'll catch me wherever I fall.
You say it best (you say it best) when you say nothing at all.
The smile on your face
Lets me know that you need me.
There's a truth in your eyes
Saying you'll never leave me.
The touch of your hand says you'll catch me wherever I fall.
You say it best (you say it best) when you say nothing at all.
You say it best when you say nothing at all.
That smile on your face,
The truth in your eyes,
The touch of your hand
Lets me know that you need me.
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Emily Linge is a fifteen year-old British-Norwegian singer songwriter, born and raised in Dubai. Music has been Emily’s passion from a young age. She loves to write and record original music, as well as recording covers of other artists’ songs. Emily Linge has learned how to play from ​Ovidio DeFerrari (piano) and Simon Tomkins (guitar). ​Outside of music, Emily is an avid tennis player, painter, and seamstress. Make sure to subscribe above for more Emily Linge videos!
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[@marciodossantosmanganelli2542]

Eu poderia passar o dia todo ouvindo Emily cantar! Indescritível a paz que a voz maravilhosa dela transmite! Sempre grato, Emilly! 👍☺️⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@mikeadmin2868]

Again there are not enough words! Emily, Your performance is amazing as always! Опять не хватает слов! Эмили, ваше исполнение, как всегда, восхитительно!

[@Jennifer-mv5go]

She is beautiful and I became a huge fan of her singing.🎤🎶

[@benjiang9789]

Emily is not only a singer but also the best teacher, teaching English through singing!

[@KarolinaProtsenkoFansChannel]

Another beautiful guitar and voice performance, hopefully one day you return to England sing for us here ❤

[@JC-592]

There's nothing like an Emily Linge performance to brighten up the day. Wonderful 😊

[@D.K.-nh1uv]

You got that right.😊

[@user-pv9wu5yh2c]

True’ She Is Amazing!!!

[@abdulahmoula7196]

I love the way she is dressed, the way she sings, the way she plays an acoustic guitar; everything about her is amazing! She is unique in her talents. It's a piece of music that moves me to ecstasy. 🌹💕❤️

[@kvnndvn]

R.I.P Keith Whitley. Your song (this one) is legendary.

[@freddyvlachos9732]

What a lovely dress. Very beautiful performance, Emily. Encouraging love song. Handled masterfully. Thank you!

[@peterallison9402]

Great song Emily and performed brilliantly 👏 🎶🎸👍

[@EfEiJei]

Emily has grown up right in front of our eyes, musically and artistically.

[@iandavid106]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@rudolfkasanpawiro644]

How time flies. Beautiful Emily's voice has matured since " have you ever seen the rain".

[@billr.5808]

Emily!.....your singing is so calming and relaxing to listen to! It makes me feel at peace! Thanks to you, your Mum and everyone involved with this performance, of flawless perfection! Well done!😍🤩👏

[@derekbeauchamp1501]

My husband played this song to me on our 25 wedding anniversary in Mexico many moon's ago , it's very special to us.❤

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[@alecspeer]

Soft rock / pop is Emily's wheelhouse. The songs she's choosing, her voice, her delivery, and this young woman herself are all maturing beautifully - hurrah for our ears and eyes. .

[@berndtherrenvolk1951]

Well, this is a country song. Twice a hit on the country charts. By songwriter Keith Whitley in the 1990s and then Alison Krauss 15 or so years later.

[@jennylouise1820]

Beautiful. This song breaks my heart as the lyrics resemble the relationship I have with my 24 year old who has never spoken a word in his life due to his disability. It describes perfectly the way we get by in a world without words. You sang it beautifully. 🥰

[@EmilyLinge]

You are in my thoughts 🤗

[@teresasugden466]

God bless you and your son. I sang this song to my 3 grandkids before they could talk....a great lullaby.

[@Tracey7370]

It’s amazing how we can relate to songs in so many different ways. Im glad you found meaning and comfort in this one for you Jenny ❤

[@dad5825]

Oh, Jenny Louise, your sharing is the tenderness that makes the sun rise, the moon smile and the stars wink. Shalom to you and the sweet sorrow you and your son share! Amen

[@theodorelacroix5669]

You make it sound so easy Emily...superbly and beatifully done!

[@charlesquintus]

Very good song choice. Great performance. Thanks a lot, Emily.

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메마른 계곡에 새생명을 주는 단비 처럼 느껴지는 멋진연주와 목소리 입니다.

[@ttocselbag5054]

This song has always been an instant tear-jerker 😢 for me. Thank you for this lovely rendition Miss Emily. ❤

[@pascalmerleau1836]

Hello , Emily , the Ronan Keating song , she is really magnificent ! Emily , you have it singing and playing in a way , so well ! That I am am very moved . Thank you very much for your kindness with a big heart .🥰💖💖💖.

[@EmilyLinge]

Thank you so much!!

[@pascalmerleau1836]

@@EmilyLinge Hello , my friend Emily , thank you very much too !!! This song is really beautiful ! 🥰💖💖💖.

[@wimmagerman9602]

Beautiful ballad. Couldn't wait to hear it. Great choice.👏👏👏👍💕😄

[@DreamyVibezMusic]

This sound is so wonderful. The person who is reading this comment, I wish you great success, health, love and happiness!

[@ericperry3911]

Thank you

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All of the above to you as well ☺

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Your comment made me Smile

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thank you for writing this comment. It surely made our day

[@mon_morondoz]

same with you brother. thank you. May God bless us all

[@thegreenpipe6254]

Quick - someone sign this talented girl to a studio contract ASAP!

[@johnholmes5151]

So refreshing! Simple, clean lyrical voice! You don't need instruments to drown you out. Love your sound!❤

[@MrDnhayes]

An incredibly lovely country classic, made all the more beautiful in Emily’s hands. Amazing, Emily’s consistency in giving these outstanding performances ❤

[@user-hd1sh5bp9y]

Love all your songs.natural beauty and exceptional talent.keep up the good work.god bless.

[@jaymeleon2245]

Wow She’s gorgeous and can surely sing sweet as ever I could look at her and listen to this voice forever And can play guitar too How talented she is …….

[@LuisGonzalez-ye6ty]

What a beautiful and masterful performance, Emily sings wonderfully, your song and quality is impressive. The range and control you have with your voice is incredible. In addition, your songs that always reach my heart are breathed, you are always and will be my great artist, what a great song

[@andrewphillips2179]

Emily Linge, That was a fantastic Song and Guitar Cover of When You Say Nothing at All. Also, You look amazingly Beautiful. Also, Thank you for doing the Song and Guitar Cover Performance of When You Say Nothing at All.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐

[@timelessmusic8175]

These melodies are my childhood, my youth, youth, maturity, old age. This is my life. Thank you talented people. You decorate our lives. Support in difficult times. God bless you. 💐💐💐👍💖🌞

[@pabloslife5779]

This is so wonderful in my soul. Is so immense even my soul can’t describe how grateful it is to have known this beautiful flower. Maybe the las wonder in my life. Thanks is so little to recognize her magic in every aspect.

[@Allen2]

Oooh Emily, Your angelic performance here, with sweet vocals and Taylor acoustic guitar, totally thrills me because I’m a long-time country fan and musician. You could be a country star like Alison Krauss or Keith Whitley who each had huge hits with this song, or like Olivia who came from Australia to England to Nashville. Song written by Paul Overstreet and Don Schlitz. Your fan, Allen.

[@Allen2]

Emily changed the title of this posting to refer to Keith Whitley instead of Ronan Keating: Did any other fans notice? Maybe because Keith had the original version, and is much more well-known?

[@RagShop1]

It won't be long now. Concerts and albums featuring the lovely Emily Linge! A music legend is already in the making! Bravo, Ms. Linge! ❤

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Good morning everyone happy to listen a sound ,,,thank you so feeling the Joy ❤️🔥💘💘

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Wooow suara dan metik gitar sangat pas. Manteepp.

[@roberttorres6552]

Your professional development, including your vocal quality, is both stunning and remarkable. Your talents continues to grow, and mature. It is beautiful to witness this growth.

[@Charlie-fx9dp]

Absolutely... From France.

[@williamfowler8439]

Two legendary country artists have recorded this beautiful song. The late Kieth Whitley and Allison Krause. You did it great cover. This amazing song is perfect for your voice

[@peterwilson8039]

I don't know if Emily, whose parents are Norwegian, and who was born and lives in Dubai, knows anything at all about country music. She credits the song to Ronan Keating, who is an Irish folk singer who covered it, and that's obviously how she knows it. But I think it would be a great idea if Emily were to start copying some country songs. She could cultivate a whole new audience.

[@DanielFrost21]

​@@peterwilson8039Em's Dad is Norwegian, her Mum is British. I agree that country music would be a great genre for her to explore. To me, it's music from the heart.

[@GingerRum]

Emily has covered a couple of country songs.

[@clint6872]

Actually, Emily's mum is English and was the singer in a country music band, but I agree with your premise if Emily ever chose to go that route there would be a new audience. She has done a few such as Breathe and Gentle On My Mind and lists Dolly Parton as one of her favourite singers so she certainly knows her country. Take care. @@peterwilson8039

[@williamfowler8439]

@@GingerRum She covered Always on my Mind. The song was recorded by Elvis Presley and the great Willie Nelson. She did a beautiful job on Faith Hill's Breathe

[@nandesjl]

315,000 SUBSCRIPTIONS! CONGRATULATIONS, EMILY LINGE! She is simple and sophisticated, therefore, she is great! She sings naturally, without the exaggeration that we see in many youth talents, on KZbin or TV talent shows. She masterfully plays the piano and guitar, and writes music with inspiration and skill. And talking about that, "Kaffebrenneriet", "I Messed Up", "Home and Dry", "Game, Set and Match", "Time Goes By" are songs that demonstrate her early maturation of the art of song writing. She is simple and sophisticated. Emily Linge is not a 'rebel without a cause', she is simply an artist, and a good one.

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[@elvandylis867]

A song so special, it does need your awesome and Beautiful cover so much Emily! Thanks and Bravo!🎵⭐🎙️❤️

[@EmilyLinge]

Thank you 🤗

[@roncastro9068]

Lovely rendition. And the smile in your face is really beautiful. Thanks Emily for always giving the best cover. 🥰🥰

[@EmilyLinge]

Glad you liked it!!

[@FranckygoestoHolly]

La beauté intérieure d'Emily transparaît à tous les niveaux : la pureté de sa voix, son talent, ses gestes, ses sourires. Elle est tout simplement magnifique ! Ses parents doivent être tellement fiers d'elle.

[@Jack_Da_Ripper]

That was a fantastic song and Guiter covet when u say nothing at all..Thank you Emily

[@moyanous]

Great song, beautifully sang, lovely dress and make-up, a perfect combination 👌 😊

[@AJfanboy1]

Great cover of Keith Whitley's song, and you did it just as well as Alison Krauss. This song fits your voice REALLY well. Fantastic job Emily! I'll be listening to this a lot today.

[@joshuahorn3770]

I love this singer voice. What a magnificent singing voice, and I love this song

[@cristianooliveira2988]

Foi sucesso no Brazil 🇧🇷..👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@The_land_of_truth_is_His]

Дорога Емілі! Чарівний тембр Вашого голосу не лише заспокоює серце, а ще й проводить у світ краси незрівнянної мелодики! Спасибі Вам за те! Яка красива пісня! Яка красива Ви! Прийміть вітання від поета з України! Мене звуть Богдан. Миру Вам, добра, і благополуччя!

[@johnvonsauers8867]

good morning Emily💗, that is a great song, I could sit back and listen to Emily sing all day long, thank you Emily💗💗👍👍👍👍

[@MartinMike-po3fb]

Another beautiful song made made even more beautiful by Emily. You are missed Keith Whitley RIP

[@saudijukuy3240]

Wow amazing, you are so beautiful and have an Angelic voice 😍 i love this song, you sing it very well that's awesome ❤

[@clint6872]

Others may have suggested this as well but I know I did and I am feeling quite proud right now. 😂 I have always loved Alison's and yours is simply beautiful .Thank you so much Emily. 👏👏👏❤️🌹🍀🍀

[@artillerybuff2000]

Awesome! Thank you for another beautiful performance!!

[@darinbettelyoun3901]

Definitely a great singer and guitarist beautiful keep shinning. The voice of an angel without a doubt. 💯♥️♥️🌹♥️♥️💯

[@ratter531]

This is the most beautiful love song ever written ❤❤

[@Gruffyruff2195]

Nothing but absolute perfection, Emily with those tones in your voice that captivates to no end!!!! Any original songs coming out soon 🙏💖

[@EmilyLinge]

Hopefully soon!

[@Gruffyruff2195]

@EmilyLinge awesome news!!!! Thanks Emily and I wish an amazing day or night!!!

[@abdulahmoula7196]

Emily always entertains me with her stunning performances. She has a unique style of playing an acoustic guitar amazingly. The lyrics, the music, the angelic voice, combined with her irresistible beauty, that’s amazing!🌹❤️💕

[@jameseast7966]

This is a great song to dance with the one you love. Ms. Em you are the best at putting me in a good mood. Every song you have done hits the mark. Thanks.

[@mikedenmark4532]

Emily - excellent cover!!! One of my favorite songs and wow, amazing young Lady. ❤️❤️👍👍

[@ronneglia5164]

Hi Emily! Wonderful performance, I loved it! You always shine so bright when you sing!

[@jimgoniwicha1477]

Once again an outstanding performance. You truly have a gift from God.

[@phoayamwangsu9537]

(There's a truth in your eyes, saying you'll never leave me) that's a great point and it's really touched ma heart 😊

[@captaincrustyradio]

Emily you actually did it! It's hard to cover this one, Keith just owns it. But you did!!! And gave it your own twist ...I just LOVE it!!! 🥰❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@geraldellis4875]

Emily... You just put a "GREAT BIG SMILE" on my face! This cover was magnificent. You are the QUEEN 👑... 🎶🌹♥️🌹🎶

[@EmilyLinge]

Yay! Thank you!

[@geraldellis4875]

​@@EmilyLinge😊

[@TimothyLiem]

It warms my heart every time I hear it That's a song that I really like I love hearing like this ❤ I give you a standing ovation with gratitude and love ❤

[@lifelover515]

Top-tier, first-rate. master-class and a hundred other superlatives. Emily never ever disappoints, and great backing on this one too..

[@tnkstudio4622]

you are beautiful and amazingly talented. Love your voice

[@richardfehlmann4593]

Wonderful cover, very beautiful 👌😊💕

[@EmilyLinge]

Many many thanks

[@truman42746]

Allison Krauss is one of my all time favorites and you covered that song perfectly! The ending you put on it was very good. Well done Emily!

[@williamfowler8439]

Kieth Whitley recorded this beautiful song years ago. Allison Krause and Union Station recorded it for his tribute album.

[@truman42746]

@@williamfowler8439 You are right but the one who did it best to me was Allison and her fantastic band "Union Station". Over the years I saw them live 6 times.

[@bruceb5481]

Your beautiful rendition of this classic is on a level with Allison Krauss' , IMO. You, sweet lady, are simply wonderful.

[@shaundowningsd]

What a beautiful rendition. Gave me goosebumps. ❤

[@igorgomes7412]

Your voice is simply perfect 😍

[@Yorkie285]

Always a pleasure and honor to listen to you share your beautiful talent.

[@cristiancastro326]

Hermosa interpretación, saludos desde Costa Rica, pura vida !!!👍

[@eveq_masrikat5494]

terlalu indah ,, amazing Emily. I like hearing this song. thank's so much..

[@richardmathews651]

Great cover not just musically but with great feeling 👏🙂

[@according2petey25]

Keith Whitley and the angels that surround him are smiling ms.emily 🎵🎶

[@nandesjl]

300,000 SUBSCRIPTIONS! CONGRATULATIONS, EMILY LINGE! She is simple and sophisticated, therefore, she is great! She sings naturally, without the exaggeration that we see in many youth talents, on KZbin or TV talent shows. She masterfully plays the piano and guitar, and writes music with inspiration and skill. And talking about that, "Kaffebrenneriet", "I Messed Up", "Home and Dry", "Game, Set and Match", "Time Goes By" are songs that demonstrate her early maturation of the art of song writing. She is simple and sophisticated. Emily Linge is not a 'rebel without a cause', she is simply an artist, and a good one.

[@leonsaladinkenaz7592]

This is one of my favorite old song. And you sang it so beautifully. I never know if the song was first performed by Keith Whitley since Ronan Keating's version was very popular in my country back then. I also just found out that Keith Whitley's lyrics use words "Old Mr. Webster could never define" instead of "Try as they may..."

[@digiclectic807]

Very well done. I like the electric guitar accompaniment.

[@GingerRum]

Thank you Emily. The song could have been composed for you. Your singing is immaculate, your guitar accompaniment is fantastic and Simon's guitar solos just complete another musical masterpiece. Bravo Emily 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🫶

[@sunnysong421]

It was a love song when I was in the college. It blew me away again through your cover. Thanks.

[@vickiletizia1353]

That's one of my favorite songs, BEAUTIFUL

[@georgepatrike]

I hope you continue. Your voice is wonderful and beautiful. I am waiting for your new videos.❤

[@wolfstar_productions]

Amazing, Wonderful, Beautiful!

[@robertmccullough9504]

Best cover of the song and you are a great singer and beautiful lady too l love all your songs too 💕💕💕💕

[@yanmyoaungthan2748]

My favourite song.she's a good singer.❤

[@slhmsp]

Excellent. Emily, it's so good to see you smile during a performance.

[@manuelsantiago2637]

Very ,very BEAUTIFUL COVER...Sweet Voice WONDERFUL PERFORMANCE!!!🎤🎸👏👏👏❤

[@alanhau6690]

I am very speechless how amazing you are you're very talented very beautiful and a beautiful voice keep up the good work God bless you aloha

[@user-jv8ro4wo7h]

thank you lord for everything

[@terrythornton1549]

That guitar is spot on and then you start to sing. Brilliant.❤🧡

[@gualdimpaisgrandemestre3362]

Que bien suena la canción con guitarra acústica y tú preciosa voz, gracias 👌🌹💙

[@ifandel01]

All i can say... This is gold... ❤❤❤😮😮😮

[@user-pl2ix9rm1m]

That was absolutely beautiful! 😍👏👏👏

[@00bcls]

Astonishingly beautiful version Emily - you said it best! And the smile at the end is back 💚

[@wgandy9541]

LOVE IT! LOVE IT! LOVE IT! Emily you nailed it again!!!! Love your voice!!!!!!

[@RogelioMoreno-wc5fz]

Emily tienes una voz espectacular preciosa y con la Guitarra ni hablar gracias por cantar me hace sentir feliz

[@ganeshvaidyanathan8355]

Absolutely beautiful Emily! I spent two years taking care of my spouse who succumbed to cancer - this song captured those two years perfectly, especially the lyric “ the touch of your hand…” and you sang it with so much feeling. It’s as though I’m literally hearing Geetha’s voice🙏❤️