Music

Chris Tomlin reminded everyone that joyful faith can be full of laughter, lighthearted moments, and a little surprise, too, as he covered a Willie Nelson tune and even a Disney classic. You’ll have to watch and see!

In a world that often feels angry, anxious, and heavy, Hope Nation is creating space for something different. It’s a place to learn, laugh, be challenged, and be encouraged—all while pointing people back to the love and truth of Jesus. Built on the foundation of the Gospel, Hope Nation exists to help this generation discover genuine purpose and lasting hope in Christ through culturally relevant media. In all honesty, it’s refreshing, vibrant, and fun. Chris Tomlin fit that heart so well.

It was such a sweet moment to see him relaxed, playful, and clearly having fun. At one point, he shouted, “I am Moana,” which got plenty of smiles before he jokingly introduced himself as if he needed any introduction at all. 

Then, holding up what he called a “mini mug,” he pulled slips of paper with song prompts for Music Nation.
He sang a few notes from his latest single, “How Good It Is,” and then pulled a prompt asking him to sing a song from his childhood. With a grin, he shared, “My dad taught me to play guitar when I was 9 years old. And it was the first song he taught me to play.” The song? “On the Road Again” by Willie Nelson. He had a grin as he sang the 1980 classic that nearly everyone knows by heart. 

Part of ‘On the Road Again’ Lyrics 

On the road again
I just can't wait to get on the road again
The life I love is making music with my friends
And I can't wait to get on the road again

And if that wasn’t adorable enough, Chris also talked about singing Disney songs. “I didn’t understand Disney until having daughters,” he said. “The latest and greatest is Moana. That’s all my little one thinks about,” before breaking into “How Far I’ll Go.”

I've been staring at the edge of the water
'Long as I can remember, never really knowing why
I wish I could be the perfect daughter
But I come back to the water, no matter how hard I try

It was funny, unexpected, and genuinely endearing.
Seeing Chris Tomlin this relaxed and playful felt like such a refreshing reminder that faith isn’t only deep and meaningful—it can also be warm, joyful, and full of life. Music, faith, and everyday moments all came together in a way that felt real, confident, and full of hope.

"But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble." Psalm 59:16

This family band turned in a chilling cover of “Peaceful Easy Feeling.” The talented group of musicians has created one of the better renditions of The Eagles’ classic that you are likely ever to hear. Watch the short to listen to and see the Clark family perform the beloved tune “Peaceful Easy Feeling.”

Musical covers are here to stay, and anyone who thought they might be on their way out will be sorely disappointed. The argument could be made that covers are more popular than they have been in quite some time. Given the continued popularity of shows like American Idol, The Voice, and America’s Got Talent, where nearly every musical performance is a cover, and the fact that YouTube, with its hundreds of thousands of cover videos, is one of the most visited websites, covers are everywhere.

As anyone knows, not all covers are created equally. Sure, every musician and band may give it their all, but the end product is not always memorable. In fact, they can often be performances that we wish we could forget. But then others give the original a run for its money, and even the rare ones in which the cover is better.

In a clip posted on YouTube, an incredibly talented family of musicians performs The Eagles’ “Peaceful Easy Feeling.” Now, I’m not saying their rendition matches the original, because it does not. But, like everything else this family does, it is most definitely worth a listen, and maybe even several.

The Clark family has shown through their countless videos that they possess the skill and talent to play just about everything. The father can sing just about anything, and the youngsters are pretty good, too. In this performance, one of the young men softly drums upon a chair, making even that sound good and fit perfectly with their performance.

Even the most diehard Eagles fan will have a hard time finding a complaint with the fantastic cover of “Peaceful Easy Feeling.”

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

The Gardiner brothers dazzled with their “Rockin’ Robin” dance routine. The two incredibly talented siblings put their amazing moves on full display as they strutted their stuff to the Michael Jackson classic. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip to see the brothers dance along to “Rockin’ Robin.”

Dance is something that anyone, regardless of age or skill level, can do. You don’t even have to have any idea what you’re doing. All that’s required is some good music and a place big enough to demonstrate what you’ve got. Simply feel the music, and away you go.

However, just because you have the ability to do something, does that mean you should? I can, theoretically, go out and run a marathon without having worked up to it. Of course, I wouldn’t be able to run the entire 26.2 miles of the race, not even close. But I guarantee I could finish it. I wouldn’t break any records, and in fact, my time would probably be pretty embarrassing and painful. That’s kind of how I look at dancing. I can do it, but I shouldn’t and it would be a painful sight for everyone in the vicinity.

I prefer to leave the dancing to those who know what they are doing. A clip posted on YouTube captures two young men – the Gardiner brothers – who know what they are doing. They have the dancing thing covered.

In their latest video, they pull off a stunning routine to one of Michael Jackson’s biggest, most memorable hits – “Rockin’ Robin.” The speed at which the two brothers move their feet and legs is pretty amazing. Not only do they move at a shocking speed, but their movements are extremely precise, as they stay entirely in sync with one another.

It's a totally captivating display of talent and skill, one you’ll likely have to watch several times to fully appreciate their routine.

Psalm 149:3 “Let them give praise to his name in the dance: let them make melody to him with instruments of brass and corded instruments of music.”

The Gardiner brothers got some help with their “Jolene” dance routine. The incredibly talented dancing siblings got a helping, or more accurately, an extra pair of sure-footed feet, for their choreographed number set to the Dolly Parton classic. Watch the short but jaw-dropping clip to see the gifted trio’s “Jolene” dance.

Dance has to be, without question, the most challenging of all art forms to master. The others, like painting and filmmaking, require skill, a ton of hard work and great attention to detail. However, dance, in my estimation, tops them all when it comes to the level of difficulty.
Like the others, dance also requires attention to detail and a lot of natural talent and skill. 

However, people can practice for years, making a huge investment of blood, sweat and tears, and still only be a marginal, passable dancer. Also, it goes without saying that possessing a fair amount of athletic ability is crucial to being a successful dancer, whereas that is not the case with the others.

That is all that it takes to be a strong dancer when doing it just by yourself. Now, add one, two or even more dancers to the mix, and the difficulty level has increased significantly. Choreographed dances, while they might look good and are captivating, are a ton of work and require impeccable timing to pull off. In a clip posted on YouTube, the Gardiner brothers challenge themselves further by adding another person to their routine, showing off their stuff to “Jolene,” a tune by the legendary and incomparable Dolly Parton.

As you would expect, the dance routine is superb, with each member of the trio staying in sync with one another the entire time, never missing a step for even a second. It’s yet another captivating display that will leave you asking, “How did they do that?”

Psalm 149:3 “Let them give praise to his name in the dance: let them make melody to him with instruments of brass and corded instruments of music.”

This cover of the “VeggieTales” theme song rocks. It’s such a unique, unexpected and thoroughly enjoyable rendition of the tune from the popular children’s series. Watch the short but delightful clip to hear a different, more rocking version of “The VeggieTales” theme song.

When it comes to children’s programs, kids and parents have plenty of options. Of course, some are better, significantly so in some cases, than others. Also, while the series or the show may be labeled or directed at children, some parents may not always agree. Mom and Dad would have to monitor the content to make sure their kiddos weren’t watching anything deemed inappropriate.

One show that parents never had to worry about was “VeggieTales.” If you grew up in the 90s or early 2000s or if you had kids growing up in those decades, odds are you are intimately familiar with “VeggieTales.” For those who may not be aware, it was a children’s animated series that told the stories of the Bible. But instead of people, much like the show’s title suggests, vegetables served as the main characters. Larry, a cucumber, and Bob, a tomato, were the lovable main characters.

Much like every other show in existence, “VeggieTales” also had a theme song. It’s a catchy, unforgettable tune that children viewers loved and, after hearing it over and over, most parents likely despised. Well, that theme song is back, and it’s received quite the makeover. In a clip posted on YouTube, a young man gave the “VeggieTales” theme song a rock sound and feel.

How could you not enjoy this? It’s such a departure from the original theme song that even just hearing this rendition is likely to put a big smile on your face. Plus, let’s be serious, you still know the words and will probably sing along, too!

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

This stunning a cappella rendition of '80s Classic “The Final Countdown” will have you reminiscing about the good old days. It is a thoroughly impressive cover. Play the video to listen.

Jared Halley displays an incredible amount of range in this single-man a cappella as he transitions between unique sounds of high and low to make this thrilling "The Final Countdown" a cappella cover. He somehow even manages to mimic instruments like the guitar with his voice. The only real instrument he uses is a hand maraca. 

The video visually conveys all his effort across 16 frames. In a couple of them, he’s dancing in the background, which makes “The Final Countdown" a cappella cover even more entertaining, even though it’s highly entertaining anyway. 

“The Final Countdown” is a song that carries so much energy. It’s originally sung by a Swedish all-male band called Europe, and was released in 1986. 

Some of the Final Countdown Lyrics Are: 

We're leaving together, but still, it's farewell
And maybe we'll come back to Earth, who can tell?
I guess there is no one to blame
We're leaving ground (Leaving ground)

Singer Joey Tempest came up with the tune for the song before the lyrics came.

“For a day the song was actually called The Final Breakdown,” Joey said. “But in the end we thought the original choice and title were best because that rhythm made you want to jump up and down.”

The song was an immediate hit and reached the top of the singles charts in 25 countries.

The band is still together today, and they still love performing their biggest hit for fans. 

“I love looking out at all the smiling faces when then that intro kicks in,” Joey said. “In all four corners of the world I’m often told that it’s a bucket-list moment for fans who never saw us play it before. And that’s a very special thing for a musician to hear.”

There’s something about three voices rising together that feels like sunlight slipping through your kitchen window while the coffee’s still brewing and the to-do list is already too long, especially when it’s Life in 3D’s chilling ‘Moon River’ rendition! It’s soft, steady, and somehow meets you right in the middle of the chaos. That’s what happens when siblings Daylon, Daura, and Devon Veater—known as Life in 3D—get together when they can to sing. They’re all in college now, of course!

Originally made famous by Andy Williams, “Moon River” became a household favorite after it appeared in the 1961 film ‘Breakfast at Tiffany's.’ Written by Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer, the song even won an Academy Award for Best Original Song. 

And maybe that’s why it still lingers—it carries that timeless, familiar comfort, like something your mom or grandma might have hummed while folding laundry. When Life in 3D sings, “Moon river, wider than a mile, I’m crossing you in style someday…” it feels less like the thoughts we share with our loved ones–gentle, steady, and full of hope for what’s ahead.

Life in 3D Has Quite the Story 

And their story? It feels like something every working mom will recognize.

These three grew up in a home where life was happening all around them. In Phoenix, Arizona, their mom homeschooled them and intentionally wove music into their everyday routines. Not in a complicated, Pinterest-perfect way—but in the middle of real life. 

One child is singing while doing dishes. Another humming while folding laundry. Another picking up a guitar between responsibilities. Sound familiar? It’s the kind of life where you’re multitasking everything, but somehow the ordinary becomes sacred.

Music wasn’t a strategy—it was just part of their rhythm of daily life. Kind of like how art is doodled into everything around me at home. Their grandfather saw it early on. He loved music and encouraged them, helping plant seeds of confidence and joy. But even then, the Veater siblings weren’t chasing anything big. They were just doing what families do—showing up, learning, growing, making a little noise along the way.

Until one simple moment changed everything.

Life in 3D Started With One Video Online 

They shared a video online, just a song, just their voices, and suddenly people started paying attention because they were that good! That’s how they became accidental viral stars. Just faithfulness in the small things—and God doing what He does best.

And now, even as they juggle college, responsibilities, and life transitions, they still love music the same way they did at the beginning. It’s not about fame—it’s about connection. It’s about using what they’ve been given to bring light into someone else’s day.

And maybe that’s what makes this so special for you, too.

Because you don’t need a stage to make something meaningful. You don’t need a perfect schedule or extra hours in the day. You’re already living a life full of moments that matter—in the carpool line, in the laundry room, at your desk, in the quiet minutes before everyone wakes up.

God is already there.

Life in 3D reminds us that He uses the everyday. The in-between. The ordinary rhythms of a busy life. And somehow, He turns them into something that reaches farther than we ever imagined.

So maybe today, while dinner’s simmering or emails are waiting, you let a song play in the background. Maybe you hum along. Maybe you let your shoulders drop just a little.

Because even here, in your full, messy, beautiful life, God is still writing something that sings.

Psalm 68:19 "Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears us up; God is our salvation."

A young busker’s chilling cover of “Blowin’ in the Wind” has passersby gawking. It’s a wonderful version of the Bob Dylan classic. Watch the video to hear it for yourself. 

As the busker, Jacob Koopman, sings on the street strumming his guitar, it seems there’s something authentic and raw in his voice. He sings with the kind of personal quality that every star possesses. I believe this young man is going places.

Lyrics to the Bob Dylan Song, ‘Blowin' in the Wind’

Some of the lyrics in the Bob Dylan street cover are: 

How many roads must a man walk down before you call him a man?
How many seas must the white dove sail before she sleeps in the sand?
Yes, and how many times must the cannonballs fly before they're forever banned?
The answer, my friend, is blowin' in the wind

This is a very well-chosen song. It’s deep and philosophical. Dylan wrote the 1962 song in protest of the Vietnam War and social injustice. The lyrics imply that truth is everywhere—right within our reach–but we easily let it blow on by.

Bob was just 20 years old when he wrote the song. 

“Too many of these hip people are telling me where the answer is, but oh, I won’t believe that. I still say it’s in the wind, and just like a restless piece of paper, it’s got to come down some,” the artist said of the song. “… But the only trouble is that no one picks up the answer when it comes down, so not too many people get to see, and know … and then it flies away. I still say that some of the biggest criminals are those that turn their heads away when they see wrong and know it’s wrong.”

Jacob Koopman’s Bob Dylan street cover is a lovely nod to the song, and it is performed well. Any Bob Dylan fan will certainly enjoy it.

This performance is powerfully unique and incredibly original. Watch this BGT LMA dance routine that will have you completely captivated.

You have likely never seen anything like this. The creativity of this audition is amazing and will inspire you to think outside the box. A group of young people takes the stage to shine. 

As they begin this BGT LMA dance routine, the judges watch in anticipation. One girl begins strongly commanding the crowd as the team begins to move their arms to the clicks in sync with the song. They even use their shirts under their jackets as part of the performance. The girls in the middle use their arms to extend outward to the others. 

Suddenly, the lights are out, and the shirts glow in the dark, turning blue. It is mesmerizing and unlike anything that you have ever seen. The dancers finish the performance, and the lead dance captain comes out cheering. The judges say that their dance routine was different and exceptional. They discuss how if one person misses their moment, then everything falls apart. The choreographer comes out on the stage in tears and is complimented. The judges approve this group with great zeal. 

Watching this BGT LMA dance routine will remind you of the importance and value in the kingdom of God. We each play a vital role. Even if you feel that your part is small, when you remember the big picture, the Lord is doing good work among His people and accomplishing His mighty purposes. Take a minute to be in awe of the work that can be done when a team comes together for a mission and a focus bigger than themselves. 

“From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.” Ephesians 4:16

25-year-old Abigayle Oakley gets all chairs to immediately turn on The Voice. Her performance is just incredible. Watch the video to see if you agree!

Her version of “Call Your Girlfriend” is unique and sweet. She has a beautiful voice that you just can’t help but fall into. 

All three judges immediately smashed their buttons, not even 3 seconds into the song during Abigayle Oakley’s The Voice audition. 

“I am such a fan of what you do. The second you started singing all three of us were like ‘Boom. Let’s go,’ because you have a special thing we all picked up on instantaneously and we turned around because you have something special, it just shines through no matter what,” judge Adam Levine told her. “I always hope that someone that does something different can carry the flag for this show, someone that is disruptive while also just being so authentic, and that’s what you have in spades and something that I just really hope that I get to be a part of.”

Abigayle Oakley’s The Voice is a Wonderful Performance 

The daughter of two musicians, Abigayle has been singing her whole life. She recently won the Kerrville New Folk Competition and has already gone on tour with other artists such as The War and Treaty, Jed and The Valentine, Forest Blakk and more. She has a debut EP out called “Vegas” and already has an album out, called, “Recovering Optimist.” She will release another EP later this year. 

Abigayle Oakley’s The Voice blind audition shows her obvious talent. She makes her performance seem completely effortless. Her song choice excellently matches her slightly sad-sounding, yet beautiful voice. Some of the lyrics she sings are:

You just tell her that the only way her heart will mend
Is when she learns to love again
And it won't make sense right now but you're still her friend
And then you let her down easy

A 92-year-old received a standing ovation for her jaw-dropping Britain’s Got Talent performance. No one, including the show’s judges, saw this stunning and unforgettable moment coming. Watch the short but delightful clip to listen to this older woman’s excellent musical performance.

Aging is a natural process that remains unsolved. Despite many beauty products that claim otherwise, stopping or avoiding aging is not possible. With every passing second, minute, hour and day, we get a little older, and there’s nothing we can do to stop or reverse that process. So, why not accept it?

Getting older is something that many people find bothersome. They refuse to mention their age or even acknowledge their birthday, but why? Why not celebrate it and enjoy the time that we’ve been given? Life is too short to sit back and sulk and pout about getting older, which is, again, something we cannot do anything about anyway.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a woman in her 90s, Shani Wallis, took the Britain's Got Talent stage and blew the judges and the studio audience away with her fantastic musical performance. Not only was she excellent, earning a standing ovation from the studio audience and the show’s four judges, but she also revealed several pieces of information no one expected before her performance.

“I was here, on this stage, 70 years ago,” she said.

Later in the clip, the woman told everyone where they might have seen her before.

“Well, you all probably remember me as the female star of the Academy Award-winning motion picture ‘Oliver,’” she said.

She played the character Nancy in the movie, and for her audition, she sang, what else, but a song from that beloved movie.

How could you not love that moment? That is why shows such as American Idol, America’s Got Talent, and Britain’s Got Talent exist.

2 Corinthians 4:16 “For which cause we do not give way to weariness; but though our outer man is getting feebler, our inner man is made new day by day.”

This talented duo's fantastic acoustic cover of CCR’s iconic hit is so refreshing. The Brazilian couple, known worldwide as the Overdriver Duo, does a wonderful job of making “Have You Ever Seen the Rain?” their own. Play the video to give it a listen. 

The Creedence Clearwater Revival hit never fails to strike an emotional chord. Band member John Fogerty actually wrote the song about the band’s impending breakup. It’s all heartache, frustration, and the recollection of once-pleasant memories. 

Some of the lyrics in this CCR acoustic cover are:

It'll rain a sunny day

I know, shinin' down like water

I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?

I wanna know, have you ever seen the rain?

“That song is really about the impending breakup of Creedence. The imagery is, you can have a bright, beautiful, sunny day, and it can be raining at the same time,” John said previously. “The band was breaking up. I was reacting, ‘Geez, this is all getting serious right at the time when we should be having a sunny day.’”

Later in his life, the song’s meaning changed for John.

“It started out as a sad song many years ago,” he said later. “It was about a sad occasion in my life, but I refuse to be sad now. These days, it’s a very happy song, because it reminds me of my beautiful, little baby girl, Kelsy, and that is the truth.”

It’s just a lovely song to hear, whatever way you hear it. The Overdriver Duo doesn’t have the hard edge in its sound that CCR has, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t sound any less interesting or mesmerizing. They sound more gentle, but just as deep. This CCR acoustic cover is one of those videos that you just want to keep playing again and again.

Check out this powerful audition. Watch this stunning 'Midnight Train to Georgia' performance on The Voice.
    
Tia DuRant starts out on The Voice interviewing backstage. She is fumbling over her words and laughing it off. Tia has a fun personality and shares that she is 32-years-old and from Sumter, South Carolina. 

They show a clip of her in her small town talking about her big dreams. Tia shares her story of going into a banking career after graduating from high school. She says that she woke up every day wanting to sing and realized that her desire was to help people through music. She made the bold move to quit her job to pursue her singing career. She is thrilled about the opportunity and walks onto the stage.

As Tia starts singing, she hits low notes that wow the judges. Her voice is spectacular, and the song builds, and you get antsy to see if the judges will turn their chairs. She has such grit and zeal. 

Finally, as she belts a high note, two of the judges hit their red buttons at the same time. She is relieved and thrilled. When she says, “whoo hoo,” she makes a train conductor gesture, and Kelly Clarkson loves it. Tia puts on quite the audition and wows everyone listening. 

The audience cheers, and the judges are excited about her. The judges desire for her to be on their teams. In the end, she goes with the wonderful team, Kelly, which makes perfect sense for these two powerhouse vocalists to pair up and work together.

Midnight Train to Georgia is a phenomenal song. 

Some Lyrics to the Song, Midnight Train to Georgia

The Chorus Sings:

He's leavin' 
On that midnight train to Georgia
Said he's goin' back 
to a simpler place and time

Sometimes, in our own lives, it is beneficial to slow down and simplify. As we hear this southern girl's voice, this song will remind us of the beauty in seemingly small places. 

“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.” Luke 16:10

Sometimes a moment happens on stage that reminds us exactly why people love music competitions in the first place. It’s not just about the performance—it’s about the dreams behind it. This audition was so good, Keith Urban couldn’t stay in his seat and jumps on the stage! 

Freddie Bailey grew up admiring Keith, but like many kids with big dreams, seeing his hero perform live wasn’t something he could afford. Instead, he did the next best thing—he learned to play guitar and began chasing the same dream.

By the time he was nine years old, Freddie had already picked up a guitar and started practicing. Years later, at just 17, he walked onto the stage for his Blind Audition and made a bold choice: he sang Urban’s own song, ‘Wild Hearts,’ right in front of the country superstar himself. The song has been a favorite of Keith Urban fans since 2021, when it was released as a single, because deep down, I think we all have wild hearts inside. 

Keith Uban’s Wild Hearts Lyrics 

The song’s lyrics carry a powerful message about dreamers, drifters, and the wild hearts who refuse to give up:

“Now listen, has anyone ever told you, you'll never amount to anything
You're just wasting your time chasing the tail of a dragon kind of dream
But I'm here to tell you anything can happen in this life
If you got that heart and the passion and a God lit fire inside”

It’s the kind of moment that reminds you why music has the power to change lives. Watching this talented teen stand on stage with his idol, Keith Urban, is nothing short of incredible—a full-circle moment for a teen who grew up dreaming of this very opportunity.

This goes out to the drifters (woo)
And all of the dreamers ready to fly (hey)
All those born to be rock stars
Keep lifting your guitars and painting the sky (oh, hear me now)

When Keith Urban jumps up on stage to play alongside him and even gifted Freddie his personal guitar pick, the crowd erupted, and you could feel the joy through the screen. It’s a beautiful reminder that sometimes dreams really do come true. Take a few minutes to watch this unforgettable performance from The Voice Australia—it just might leave you smiling and cheering for the wild hearts who dare to chase their dreams.

“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”  Proverbs 16:3

Emily Ann Roberts nails this Dolly Parton classic on The Dailey & Vincent Show. You’ll be convinced she’s the perfect person to cover this song. Play the video to see for yourself!

“Well, I’m from East Tennessee. So I always grew up loving Dolly Parton. I’d go into Dollywood and listening to her music, and this song, especially, is just Dolly-coded as the kids would say these days, you know, everything about it, it just screams Dolly and her personality all over it,” Emily Ann said of the song, “Do I Ever Cross Your Mind?” “But I just love how simple the message is. Her songwriting is so inspiring to me because it’s just to the point. That’s why I love this song.”

Emily Ann Roberts’ Dolly Parton cover is a beautiful tribute to the artist. She sings it with style, just like Dolly does, and wears her hair teased and a classically beautiful outfit that looks like something Dolly might have worn herself. 
Emily Ann Roberts’ Dolly Parton Cover is Absolutely Full of Talent and Skill

Some of the lyrics to Dolly’s “Do I Ever Cross Your Mind?” are: 

Do I ever cross your mind?
'Cause you still cross mine
I have a photo of you in my bed
When I look at it, I smell your scent

Dolly Parton first sang “Do I Ever Cross Your Mind?” in a duet with Chet Atkins in 1976 on his album. It wasn’t until 6 years later that she released her own solo version of the song she'd written. 

Emily Ann does an absolutely wonderful job of singing the Dolly song. It sounds so perfect that I’m convinced that if anyone else besides Dolly was meant to sing it, it’s this talented young country artist. Wouldn’t you agree?

Connie Talbot's stunning acoustic cover of “Happy Together” will leave you impressed. The Turtles classic is made wholesomely new through Connie’s rendition. It’s a beautiful re-imagining of the classic song.

This isn’t a straightforward cover of The Turtle’s 1967 classic. Connie adds some lyrics of her own, with some help from songwriter Emiy Phillips. Here are a few of the lines they added:

Gotta be you and me
Oh, if heaven can wait,
I'll do the same
I'll be there by the gate

Connie Talbot’s "Happy Together" somehow brings a more morose, somber, and serious tone to the notoriously happy song. 

“This interpolation was a different kind of way of writing, and it's been such a fun journey. The original song by The Turtles is one of my favourites, always grateful for incredible music from the past,” Connie said of her cover. 

Connie Talbot Does An Excellent Job 

As always, Connie does an absolutely wonderful, creative job of singing the song. It is a beautiful rendition that I’m sure anyone who likes the original would love. 

Her version gives meaning to the lyrics, which indicate a long-lasting love for someone, and the belief that you’d be nearly incomplete without them. Fittingly, Connie released the song on Valentine’s Day this year. 

Connie Talbot’s acoustic version of "Happy Together" allows her voice to take center stage throughout. The subtle guitar backing allows you to fully appreciate the emotion of the UK native’s voice. Each line feels welcoming, relatable, warm, and sincere. 

She takes a bright pop song and turns it into something more intimate, but equally enjoyable. She paints nostalgia with a new, lovely perspective. It’s incredible how effortlessly she transforms the song's mood.

 It’s easy to tell that it’s a heartfelt cover, and I hope it lifted your mood today!

Check out this sweet video of a child singing “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” with his family. This tender rendition of this Bob Dylan classic is from one talented 4-year-old boy named Nicholas Protsenko. He is bringing joy to the streets with his heartfelt performance, and his voice, full of sincerity and innocence, moved everyone around him.

‘Mama, take this badge off of me
I can’t use it anymore
It’s getting dark, too dark to see
I feel I’m knockin' on heaven’s door’

Music Can Bring People Together 

What a great performance! This child singing “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” has such pure emotion, and seeing his sister join him on the violin right from the beginning creates a beautiful, powerful duet. People all around them stop, smile, and simply enjoy the sweet moment in front of them. No matter the age, music is one thing that can bring people together.

Nicholas is part of the talented Protsenko family, where everyone has a deep love for one another and music. Karolina, the oldest of her siblings, is a talented young musician who plays violin, sings, and also loves to read and bake. Leo is known to pick up any instrument and sing along whenever he hears music. He’s also very good at playing piano. Nicholas, the youngest of the bunch, also plays piano and uses his voice to add music to the family.

As for the song "Knockin' on Heaven's Door," Bob Dylan wrote it for the soundtrack of the 1973 film Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid. It was released as a single two months after the film's premiere and became a worldwide hit, reaching the Top 10 in several countries. The song became one of Bob Dylan's most popular and most performed post-1960s songs.

We hope you enjoyed watching this rendition from young Nicholas Protsenko of Bob Dylan’s "Knockin' on Heaven's Door" today.

Reba McEntire led a sing-along of a classic tune on the set of her sitcom. The entertainment legend had everyone in the studio audience, and even some cast members, singing this beloved Neil Diamond song. Watch the short but delightful clip to see and hear the musical performance on the set of “Happy’s Place.”

Filming movies and television shows is difficult work and often results in long, stressful days. When working on a film or television set, it’s not abnormal to regularly put in 10 to 12-hour days. Since everyone is trying to get a lot done on a strict deadline, this can cause some tension and anxiety. When things don’t go according to plan on set, people can lash out at one another and blame each other for this or that going wrong. That’s a work environment that no one wants.

That’s when things become stressful and overwhelming on set; it’s a good idea to do something to change and lighten the mood for the cast and crew. It really doesn’t matter what it is as long as it keeps people from screaming and yelling at each other. It appears that Reba has found a unique and fun way to keep things fun on the set of “Happy’s Place.”

In a clip posted on social media, the Queen of Country Music has the studio audience singing one of the greatest, most infectious and catchiest songs of all time: Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline.”  Not only does she direct those watching the filming of the NBC show, but she also joins in, as do several other castmates.

If you thought this was a one-time thing, you would be badly mistaken. Reba, in her post, mentioned that these musical performances take place every day on set.

“One of my favorite parts of each day on set: our sing-alongs with the audience,” she wrote.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

A band of young musicians dazzled with their jaw-dropping Journey cover. The gifted group of young men and women showcased their considerable musical talents with a delightful rendition of a tune known and loved by many. Watch the short, but unbelievable clip to hear and see the youngsters perform “Separate Ways” by Journey.

Some bands, regardless of how much time passes, will never be forgotten. Their musical contributions are so vast and beloved that their songs will always be played. Of course, we can all rattle off a handful of bands that most certainly fit into that category. The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, The Who, The Eagles and many, many others.

Now, one additional band that is most definitely a classic and loved by many, but not at the level of The Beatles or The Rolling Stones, is Journey. Of course, the song of theirs that first comes to mind whenever they are mentioned is the terribly overplayed and overrated “Don’t Stop Believin’.” I understand people love that song, but there are other tunes in the world, and believe it or not, Journey even had other songs as well, including “Separate Ways.”

In a clip posted on YouTube, a group of youngsters who call themselves The Graystones put on a fabulous and jaw-dropping performance of “Separate Ways.” The amount of talent and skill on display in the four-minute clip is incredibly shocking. We are just not used to hearing kids that young sound that good.

Everyone in the group gives an amazing performance, from the keyboardist to the drummer and the young lady singing lead vocals. However, the kid on guitar steals the show. His solo, which is around the three-minute mark in the clip, will literally cause your jaw to drop.

Even those who are not Journey fans, like me, will be thoroughly impressed with this fantastic performance from a group of kids.

Colossians 3:16 “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

There is always such excitement to see young people with incredible talent for their age. Check out this amazing video of a teenager's jaw-dropping 'Hey Jude' cover on The Voice.

There is an adorable young boy, only 13 years old, standing in front of a global audience with his guitar in hand and a microphone in front of him. He sings “Hey Jude,” and the judges are delighted by his performance. The young man does a great job, but particularly shines when he reaches the bridge and hits a falsetto note so smooth the audience is wowed. 

This boy has some surprising vocal runs and keeps the judges excited about the song. He is incredibly entertaining and begins making funny facial expressions as he hits higher notes that make you smile. He has the full choir in the background and shines on the high notes. His ad-libs are exciting. 

All the judges stand up and begin dancing and waving their hands as you see the young boy's family tear up in response to his performance. He thanks the audience. The judges love it so much that they start the “nah’s” again. This boy confidently jumps back in and loves every minute of it. You will have a smile on your face as you sing along with him.

The lyrics to this classic song say:

Hey Jude, don't make it bad
Take a sad song and make it better
Remember to let her under your skin
Then you'll begin to make it better

This song reminds us to take a second chance. God is the God of second chances with us because of Jesus. May this encourage us today.

“Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23