I have gained a new appreciation for The Bealtes classic "Here Comes The Sun" after watching Billy Strings perform a stunning cover.
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Billy Strings recently performed a live concert in Asheville, where he included a cover of "Here Comes The Sun." A song of hope, which is incredibly apt considering the locals are still reeling from the devastation of Hurricane Helene.
The concert was on February 8, which I'm sure was a welcome joy considering the hardships the locals are still facing.
Although action is being taken to rebuild the town, such as Eric Church promising to build 40 homes by June, some relief is needed. And how better to distract yourself and have some fun than a music concert?
What I think I love the most about this cover is how much it sounds the same. Strings didn't change it or mess with it, he just performed it beautifully. Although his cover is not dissimilar to the original, I think I prefer the cover. His voice lends perfectly to the tune and the message.
You can watch the incredible cover below.
Fans React To Beautiful Billy Strings Cover Of "Here Comes The Sun"
Naturally, it's not just me that enjoyed the cover. Fans took to the comments to share their thoughts on the cover.
"Just goes to show, when great artists cover great songs, they don't have to make it their own, they just have to show it respect. What a beautiful rendition of one of the greatest song ever written," wisely worded one fan, and I have to agree.
"I loved this song when it first came out and I still do. Billy did it justice," complimented another. Billy Strings did the song more than justice; I think he's the best to ever have performed it.
"Hard cried when he played this. So cathartic! I didn't know I need that," write another who was likely at the concert.
"Great song and well done tribute to the late Great George Harrison ! thank you !" exclaimed another.
"So good it gave me chills," wrote one more.
It's clear everyone is a fan of the cover, and I'm sure you are too after listening to it.
