Carole King's amazing songs are the stuff of genuine cultural legend. She (and her frequent songwriting partner Gerry Goffin) penned the memorable soundtrack to an entire era. Among her monster hits are unforgettable songs like "Up on the Roof," "Jazzman," "It's Too Late," "Fire and Rain," and dozens more. Her 1971 album Tapestry still defines what it means to be a true classic. So when King gives her thumbs-up, it really means something.
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She evidently adored a cover of one of her best-known songs, "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" as done by Olivia Dean. The young artist's soulful, bluesy version is utterly heart-stopping. She does justice to every single syllable of this timeless smash.
King Reposted a Video of Dean Doing the Song
Per Parade, King, 83, reposted on her Instagram a video of Dean crooning the classic 1960s tune. She is performing with only a piano out of camera range accompanying her. Dean is so into all the words. So are we!
Her rendition is effortless and authentic from start to finish. Probably the best-known version is the one recorded by Aretha Franklin decades ago. Dean's, however, stands up very well next to that one. At 26, she has already proved that she has real singing chops.
What Do Fans Think?
They were excited. Even bowled over. Their social media comments indicate a strong positive reaction.
Wrote one impressed viewer, "Gotta be one of the top 10 songs ever written ! We should all be so lucky to be able to sing it like this wow"
From another came this remark. "So many of my favorite young artists are fans of you, Carole, and I'm here for it!"
More praise. "It's so cool when talent recognises talent. So beautiful- both your voices and your souls"
"Delightful.. she was just on eltons rocket hour radio show 10 year anniversary and love how down to earth and lovely she seems"
"Loooove the way she flips her voice occasionally"
"Yeah, she's one to watch for sure. But, you, Carole, are my favorite. Legend. Queen."
"Amazing song in an amazing voice!"
