WITHOUT YOU (Mariah Carey Rock Cover)

I know this is originally a Badfinger song, then later performed by Harry Nilsson and then obviously Mariah Carey. I was inspired by all of these versions when I did my take on it.
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CREDITS
Artist: Erik Grönwall
Producer: Jona Tee
Original artist: Badfinger
Written by: Peter William Ham / Thomas Evans
Mixed and Mastered by: Jona Tee
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No, I can't forget this evening
Or your face as you were leaving
But I guess that's just the way the story goes
You always smile, but in your eyes
Your sorrow shows
Yes, it shows
No, I can't forget tomorrow
When I think of all my sorrow
When I had you there but then I let you go
And now it's only fair that I should let you know
What you should know
I can't live
If living is without you
I can't live
I can't give anymore
I can't live
If living is without you
I can't give
I can't give anymore
Well, I can't forget this evening
Or your face as you were leaving
But I guess that's just the way the story goes
You always smile, but in your eyes
Your sorrow shows
Yes, it shows
I can't live
If living is without you
I can't live
I can't give anymore
I can't live
If living is without you
I can't live
I can't give anymore
No, no, no, no, I can't live
(No, can't live)
If living is without you (no, I can't live)
I can't live
I can't give anymore
Can't live (no, can't live)
(No, I can't live)

[@marimuller9530]

I would like this guy to sing "ALL BY MYSELF" 😮😮😮

[@AllGlorytoGod333]

Yes, yes, yes!

[@rozario6700]

Oohh yeah man!

[@Lovelyone1]

Oh definitely!!!!

[@gypsystitches1532]

Oh hell yes!!!!

[@neil4374]

Hell yes!

[@marimuller9530]

His vocal range is PHENOMENAL!!! The best I have heard !!!😮😮

[@stantheman4964]

Very much WOW 🙀

[@encheknizam]

him and Adam Lambert would be a perfect duo.

[@galeross8904]

listen to Dimash

[@galeross8904]

listen to Dimash sing Stranger, Ikanaide, Olympico, SOS , or anything

[@shirleyhoward8806]

Him and Dan Vasc are awesome and everything else

[@WandaPierce-du3bp]

Eric I am a 77 yo widow. I love your voice and emotion singing this song. After 2 years without my husband of 60 years I’m beginning to find life is still there. Keep singing young man!😊

[@coolvampire8271]

Keep going mama, 💕

[@rosiered3403]

Hugs.

[@maii87]

Ahhhhh... this touches deeply, yo are strong and yes there is still life., beauty is around you and in everything you touch, and his soul is watching over you.

[@idal609]

❤

[@suriyasrisa-an3081]

More power to you.

[@kendrakkhalilieh1616]

Ok, just saw the cover of I Will Always Love You... which was beautiful. Decided to go down this rabbit hole. Glad I did.

[@Jenmyluv]

Same, I am floored at the music genre range. Unbelievable

[@KieferSuth1985Marx]

I just did the same. This guy is amazing.

[@VioletJoy]

🙋🏼‍♀️

[@captk2914]

Same

[@mattainsworth4207]

Dear God man, that's freaking amazing.

[@angie9539]

what a vocal gift he is. thanks

[@daffonteresap.3691]

😭😭 The chorus just hit me hard. It's the portion of this song that my late husband of 22.8 years and I were singing together. It's really hard to live again without him.

[@bellaweller1095]

This dude is just way too talented…a phenomenal singer.

[@janowens2212]

This man is soooooooo BLESSED. Sings😇 definitely with his soul.🎉A singer that keeps me hitting repeat.😎HERE I am again listening.🤙💯

[@BandHful]

This one hits different. 🥺 *I can't live if living is without you, I can't give..I can't give any more* I was 14 when my Dad died in MVA, I was 33 when my middle child passed away from pneumonia (he was 12), at 46 I became a recovered addict... Im still here & I'm living. For anyone struggling, keep going. It'll make you stronger, when you get thru it & look back to see how far you've come..there's no better feeling than accomplishment. You are worth it. ❤

[@user-ur2xl1db3k]

Never heard a male vocalist with such lungs and passion sing like this...absolutely mind blowin!!!❤❤

Thank you very much!

[@encheknizam]

@ Can you do a cover of She's Gone by Steelheart ? 🤗🤗

[@rubyfuselier2925]

​@@encheknizamI love that song & I really think he would do it justice. I always said that song should have been named "Lady" 😂

[@FavoriteHillsongWorshipMusic]

At just 37years old, I suffered a brain aneurysm/ severe stroke in 2020. I was flown to the hospital in a chopper due to my critical state. After 2 weeks in ICU God healed me. I can walk, talk, run. Thank you Jesus. Great is your faithfulness

[@nataliaf5244]

All the best for you!🌍

[@stephenharries8568]

❤

[@tracytompisal]

God is great❤

[@zildjianzeaz4287]

praise the lord

[@alexmegavolt9010]

They were doctors

[@willworkforyarn4893]

A voice like his can make this girl cry, it is so beautiful!!! What a set of pipes!!

[@rudolphmcneill515]

Not just a girl. We guys have sensitive sides too. Many wouldn't or can't show but something this beautiful isn't relegated to just women.

[@gerrynestberg7444]

Just ran across this video. My first experience of Erik Gronwal. He’s fantastic. So talented

[@Jquintan3]

Harry Nilsson’s version in the 70’s ….A Classic.

[@davidgomez384]

"Thanks, man, you're the most badass singer I've ever heard in my entire life!" 😮🤘🏽🇲🇽

[@mrsfarquita]

What?! The BEST cover of this song I've heard!

[@seffalohpod]

You. Are. Crazy Good ! This song has always moved me... but DANG. Best version ever. Maybe it's because you throw your whole self into it. Whatever you've gone through to get this kind of heart and soul, it sure as hell comes through. Why can't I give this a hundred likes???

[@carllodge2043]

I’m a 58-year-old guy I can tell you I absolutely love the voice love his music love his style I love his energy is awesome. Absolutely bloody awesome mate❤🇦🇺🇦🇺

Thank you again!

[@famtre8046]

Erik, finns bara ett sätt att säga det på: - du är bara så otroligt sjukt bra 🤩 - finns ingen låt du inte sätter spot on, 🎉❤ varma lyckönskningar till allt du tar du tar dig an, 💪U rock 👏

[@user-gv9pw1td6r]

Was für eine Stimme. ❤mindest einmal am Tag Leg ich die Höre ins Ohr und bin ganz Ohr. Danke das es dir gibt.

[@rockinlove6]

🎉🎉🤘🤘👍

[@2011studies]

I'm convinced now, the more veins poppin out the neck, the better the singer. Man Erik, you have a gift.

[@slashfender9]

The vocal range and agility... Very very few can compete..

[@musicwith9lives]

I second that... I found a few on yt in this new age... says vintage KAT 🐾 Erik one the BEST!

[@Gardenerbychoice]

Wow, that vocal range ! 👍❤️👍👏👏❤️🥰

[@lauraapuan5610]

I’m in love with this young man’s voice and the emotion he emits when he sings. ❤

[@JamesMoore-ug9ug]

Hello,how are you doing,hope your staying safe?

[@marghammon]

WOW!

[@FroggyWing2]

After Harry Nilsson’s original, Erik sings this like an Angel!🤗❤️

[@ericforsyth]

Badfinger made the original. Nilsson's version heavily inspired Mariah, though. So it's a cover of a cover of a cover.

[@FroggyWing2]

@@ericforsyth And it’s funny Harry’s is the one I remember the best! Thanks for the info on Badfinger of course I love their “Day after Day” & “Baby Blue”

[@vixx4269]

This is really beautiful, you've done a great job with this one, very emotional

[@jamiepotter7769]

Erik's voice, them pipes, are easy to listen to. Very talented vocalist. One of a kind. One of the best out there.

[@tatianameshenko8135]

Є кращі

[@virgilcondrache7604]

Great Artist

[@bboydanynsc]

​@@tatianameshenko8135🤡

[@user-fw2ey8sg2x]

This song reminds me of my son,he passed away 2 months ago, he loved this song, my heart is broken, but one day I will see him again, 😞😭

I am so, so sorry for your loss! I can't even imagine what that is like

[@user-fw2ey8sg2x]

@ thank you for your message,

[@Husarian]

You willa meet him, but not yet. Be strony brother.

[@datoris]

Love is kind of echo.

[@cristinatomaz6884]

I am so , so sorry for your loss ! ( Acts 24:15).

[@evaterreciel7865]

What a technique!! What a passion!! What a talent!!!

[@TempleOfShadowsTOS]

OMG!!! What did I just listen to? Wow man! Those high notes were on fucking point! Jeez! Phenomenal voice

[@nyx4love]

I know ... double wow ... unreal sensational ... right?

[@musicwith9lives]

The power ballad has been recorded by over 180 artists, and versions released as singles by Harry Nilsson🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉songwriters "Without You" is a song written by Pete Ham and Tom Evans of British rock group Badfinger, and first released on their 1970 album No Dice.🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉Awesome Cover Erik!!

[@user-gt1co3mv9w]

Power house amazing

[@DrummerDelight]

Badfinger👍

Yes indeed! Love the original version. Please see description below the video where I added this but vocally I was more inspired by Mariah’s version.

[@shaadydog1]

@ The original was pretty awesome but sadly (understandably) overshadowed by Harry and Mariah"s versions.... In saying that I think this ranks right up there with all 3 for vocals and energy and emotion. This was pretty awesome and I am glad I stumbled across this. Subscribed!

[@suecoates9687]

Amazing. ❤

[@peggylockwood-hb9qq]

Love that last ‘ huff ‘ of breath at the end! Wonderfully done…as always!

[@cjsublett1995]

By far the best version of this I have ever heard since Harry Nilsson's original!!

[@iris196622]

Erik really can sing everything this awesome man touched my heart

[@almeller]

Strictly speaking, this is a Nilsson cover - he wrote the song. They didn’t change a single note in Mariah’s cover.

[@ATrustedAuthority]

Not written by Nilsson- "Without You" is a song written by Pete Ham and Tom Evans of British rock group Badfinger, and first released on their 1970 album No Dice.

[@stormrider1019]

he followed the version and style of Mariah's cover just made it rock version... notes have not changed but the singing style has. this song has been covered by so many artists, in their own styles. Like my favorites Mariah's style and Air Supply's style...

[@ericforsyth]

@@stormrider1019: Mariah's version is very similar to Nilsson's, and clearly based around his arrangement (which is markedly different than the also excellent original by Badfinger)

[@stormrider1019]

@@ericforsyth arrangements is not the same as "style" . you can copy the arrangements of a song and still call it your own version if the singing style is different.

[@ericforsyth]

@@stormrider1019: You're contradicting your own comment. What you said Erik did to "Mariah's version" is exactly what she did to Harry's version. Hence, his cover is a different style of Mariah's version which is a different style of Harry's version (neither of which are, comparatively, close to the actual original). If you think "he followed the version" of Mariah, he followed the version of Harry.

[@faufani2709]

the first video i watch of this guy, was when he rocked I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU and again this one😎 the soft-yearn range to the belting range of his voice and how he rocked-range the song was outrageous😘. I mean, it sounded like I've heard it for the first time, it sounded like his own, it gave the lyrics and the song another level of wholesomeness, the weight of the words with how he belts them on the notes has a next and beautiful different level to it and I loooove it🥰 cheers buddy😍 can't wait to see more of this🤩just a fan suggestion, I would looove to see the beautiful things your voice can do with ALL BY MYSELF😘😘😘

[@MetalAsylumNJ]

Cant beat a great power ballad, metal or not, it becomes metal in a metal singers hands

[@shellylavigne5913]

Great job!

[@sylviegrondin5288]

Oh my god,you really brought me to tears with this beautiful song Erik ,your voice is so amazing you made my day.Well done my dear friend ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@suelicatache6975]

👏👏👏👏🧡🧡🧡

[@pedrohelbert574]

Ah menos!

[@aaronberg5638]

No disrespect to Badfinger, Harry Nilsson, Or Mariah Carey but Erik's version was the first to bring me to tears. Awesome vocals my friend. Thanks you so much for sharing your amazing gift! Keep Rocking! 💯🎤

Thanks man

[@rockyflower]

Definitely one of the best rock voices ever! Eric all the best from your big fan from Poland!

[@evethesecond7262]

You need to hear Harry’s voice. He did NOT wobble the notes like Carey does. Imho, while not expecting agreement, I don’t care for the singer who takes the voice all over the place, and then into the back yard. It ruins the melody of the song.

[@oops541]

Hell No! 🤣🤣🤣

[@maximusz9932]

This is actually a Harry Nillson song. Mariah covered it. For those who've never heard of him, look him up, you won't be disappointed.

[@MyShitbags]

That voice range with a rock texture is just crazy to reach.

[@FrozenMaximus]

Dude, your voice is a supernova! Are you kidding me? Bring it to Fortaleza, Brazil as soon as possible. Thank you once again for sharing such a gift.

[@samuelcandido9083]

Fortaleza rules!

[@jubs1533]

Is there nothing this man can't sing brilliantly? From Mariah Carey to Skid Row - phenomenal.

Thank you!

[@scotthutchings]

Listen to the ORIGINALly HARRY NILSSON way better than mariahs.

[@kimeagleofficial]

There was a pre Mariah version?!!!!!

[@yuthgonwild]

​@kimeagleofficial there's also a pre- Harry Nillson version, it's originally a Badfinger song. Erik lists it all in the description.

[@jikla1976]

Erik, u rock! Din röst är helt fantastisk!!!

[@RosarioBillingsley]

Fabulous. Every time I happen upon him singing, I'm filled with JOY and PEACE.

[@myerrandolph1033]

You deserve global stardom! You have a gift that must be shared with the world, Erik. I hope you have the right team supporting you and preparing you for great things. I would love to see you on America's Got Talent, Britain's Got Talent. You have the talent. Best of luck.

[@carrie9727]

One of the best, most versatile voices in rock music. Whenever, wherever, whatever you sing is beyond amazing .

🙏🏻

[@patriknorsten5813]

O lord! This is the voice. Just phenomenal. I hope you find all success you deserve!

Thanks Patrik!

[@konasmom2457]

Beautiful voice, I happened to be thinking of Kona, and I came across your channel. we played this at my sons funeral his name was Dakota ( Kona ) I guess my baby wanted me to hear your version. You have an amazing voice 😢

So sorry for your loss!

[@konasmom2457]

@ thank you so much ♥️Keep singing, your amazing ♥️ 👼🪽

[@msjennie81]

Wow Erik... Så jävla bra! Gåshud. ❤

[@yuthgonwild]

Wow, what a build up into so much power. Changes fit perfectly, like that's the way the song was meant to be sung. Love it!

Thanks Diana

[@kover1963]

Harry Nilsson was one of my favorite singers from the 60s-70s and this is my favorite of all his songs. You did an amazing job!! Thank you for doing this!!!❤❤ The more I listen to it the more I see that this is the best cover of this song since the original's debute in 1972!!!

Wow, thank you!

[@anton6795]

The original was written and released in 1970 by the band "Badfinger". Harry made his cover in 1971.

[@kover1963]

You're right I just forget about that one because I didn't like it!! lol@@anton6795

[@Mdalesound74]

The original was made 1847 by a guy named Sergio Manuel Alejandro Pérez Ortiz aka Checho Manolo Jano from Mamalaverga México 🤟

[@suelicatache6975]

👏👏👏💜💜💜

[@vsalvati123]

I am also 77 years old and still listening to different types of music. That was really good. Did a really good job on the song. Keep singing and I will listen. The Mrs.😊

[@alexdodson5545]

Man, you bring a beautiful blast from every past, with your absolutely flawless vocals. It’s like the Gods needed to hear great music… only better!! Pure bliss!! I hope your health is getting better. Would love to see you in concert!

[@dona4549]

I didn't expect this from you... what a wonderful surprise!!!! A moving interpretation that touches the heart and soul. You can sing everything, even the telephone book and it would become a masterpieceKeep going, you're a phenomenon ❤

[@leahm.frissore9097]

STOP IT!! Hooooow do you kill it every fkn time?? Mariah is hard to sing and you nailed it completely. You continue to amaze, Erik 🤘🏻❤

😘

[@mustaine566]

Ive never listened to Mariah Carey, but Erik kills this song. What can he not sing?

[@leahm.frissore9097]

@@mustaine566 there is nothing he can’t sing. Every song I’ve heard he crushes it.

[@TheMaxxRoca]

🙌🏻 Erik you are God!! 🤘🏻🔥🔥🔥

[@janeteitsworth8824]

Mariah Carey isn't the original singer

[@autumnjoy1954]

Strictly speaking, this is how these songs should be sung!! AWESOME 🎉

[@bruhbruh1848]

His voice is electrifying

[@saulomad8070]

OMG!!!

[@galinabobovich925]

Великолепное владение голосом. Что-то невероятное

[@darkhorse3k]

Awesome cover brother! Your voice is amazing. Thank you ❤

[@marlaf1545]

He has a gorgeous voice .

[@leaanne3325]

I remember when I fell in love with this song. Harry Nilsson's album "Nilsson Schmilsson" 1971. I just fell in love again. How absolutely glorius this is!

[@fmahavishnu9807]

Badfinger - neither Mariah Carey nor Nilssen. Peter Ham of Badfinger

[@user-qq8de7ur6y]

Потрясающее исполнение! Браво!

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Without onlyfans no competition

[@josemateo701]

The BEST MALE SINGER singing the songs of Whitney and Mariah.

[@kellym3367]

I love hearing you sing. I mostly listen to gospel but I saw one of your videos and these are just amazing

[@johnwikstrom8792]

Trodde aldrig jag skulle se det här på din kanal😂😂😂

Inte jag heller!

[@Karni9]

Замечательно исполнено произведение.Браво!!!😊

Thanks a lot!

[@nikolajspomerancevs7979]

Эту песню ещё в далёком 1972 году исполнял Харри Нилсен.... 🤔 то исполнение отлично

[@yayoi-wz4kv]

なんて、心に響き渡る、歌声でしょうか🌸🌸🌸🍀🍀🍀❤️❤️❤️

[@mscatmoon]

Awesome! Gave me chills. You have one of the best voices I've ever heard. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@PatPrice-fn4ws]

Thank you Erik . You voice is so easy on the ears. And it feels so wonderful on the soul. Thanks again

[@StevensWorld-pq3jj]

Phenomenal. My great discovery for 2024, finding Erik on KZbin. Wow!

[@PamelaSue-nx8gh]

Honey, you could make the phone book sound good if you were singing it!! You are by far one of the best male vocalists of all time! Your range is off the charts & you do it all effortlessly! YOUR NUMBER 1 ADMIRER FROM WISCONSIN!😃💕💕💕💕🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@peedi1961]

Erik, I can't really describe it, but it's so beautiful. Thank you for this wonderful song, I can't call it a cover, you made it your song. And the new studio is great 🥰

[@BatDad8888]

I have heard so many versions of this song and yours is by far the best ai have heard!! The high notes you hit are second to none!!

[@normaortiz5718]

Wow he sings amazing… ! He so talented 😘love his voice.

[@edwardoliverdean2534]

What a voice! And that range! Just wow!

[@chuckbebee1568]

DAMN DUDE!! As a musician I don’t usually post comments on videos, although I’ve seen and enjoyed most of yours. But this…..like I said DAMN DUDE! Killed it! Keep it up brother!!!🤘

Appreciate that, thank you!

[@garyd7738]

Oh my!! You are truly blessed, and so are we for all that you do!!

[@barbarahail6121]

Wow! Such control! He's amazing

[@bortiz805]

I would listen to him sing literally anything. His range, the feeling… Amazing voice.

[@SueWallace-jk5wr]

Captivating vocals. Completely wraps one up. Love it.❤

[@violainedoucet9978]

OMG! Just beautiful ❤

[@eveburton4597]

Incredible range .one of the best so much feeling

[@user-if6lg1yb3j]

ПРЕКРАСНОЕ ИСПОЛНЕНИЕ!!!!!!!!

[@nairlima798]

Essas voz só pode vim da alma... Parabéns pela afinação

[@karlafox9765]

Absolutely amazing singer !!!!!! Voice is untouchable!!!!

[@laurabaker8245]

This guy is so awesome!! He puts such feeling the songs with just a touch of raspy! Just AMAZING!

[@birgitkarstens140]

WOW.....WOW.....WOW.... Eric, that was breathtaking!!! You were killing it 🤟 Just BRILLIANT - LOVE it!!! 👍🎵🎶🤟

[@zulmanji2012]

omg...your voice is amazing...love it

[@patmatt1987]

Gorgeous rendition! Man, this song plays on my heartstrings!! BRAVISSIMO!!!!!

[@jag4064]

Perfect! 🤩

[@dailee5949]

What an amazing vocal and skill through the song...I am thrilled...

Thanks !

[@aphrodesia1512]

Восхитительно! БРАВО!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@robinberkley8193]

Stunning!! Love your voice, support you all the way!!

[@tayyibabhatti6294]

Such a great talent!! WOW ❤

[@Justin_Dykes]

Erik.......seriously dude.......wow....this is just killer.......your voice just blowsthrough the stratosphere.....your uppper register is the power of Goliath but yet your lower register still has the might of David.....absolutely impeccable......this is astounding on so many levels.....@thecharismaticvoice you need to hear this dude....wow ........just wow

[@anamarcia6404]

You are incredible, insane. Your voice is unbelievable. The version was wonderful. I loved you

[@RoniShawn]

One of the most beautiful songs ever. Nilsson was the OG of this song. I’ve noticed that this artist isn’t naming the originals on his covers.

[@angie9539]

can't get enough.. golden ...

[@Mike-mh8gy]

Beautiful cover of a great Badfinger song from 1970. I was fifteen when it first came out and remember it well. Harry Nilsson’s cover from 1971 is the one that really made this famous though. Well done.

[@noahpincus8344]

Erik, can you do Mariah's All I Want For Christmas Is You???