The thing about Brandi is that aside from her insanely pure and out of this world voice with the most incredible range and nuance, she is always so, so happy after she sings a song. Her face and whole being light up in incredible joy. This is truly what she is meant to do with her life and as everyone knows, did it for little money for years and years. That is the sign of a true artist. The fact that she is finally becoming mainstream and making real money from her life's work of art, is long overdue and so well deserved. She is truly an incredible talent.

@daniellemilby9117

Жыл бұрын

Not to mention, so down to earth! I feel like she’s your cool next door neighbor that you can have a bonfire with lol.

@mmartin685

Жыл бұрын

@@daniellemilby9117 yes!!

@ldyridr805

Жыл бұрын

She is truly and artists artist!

@christinelebisky1263

Жыл бұрын

She is incredible!

@sacremende

Жыл бұрын

To add to that, singing a song from so early in her career just shows how well her music ages. The more you live, the more of a story you have to tell.

Man oh man this has got to be one of the greatest SNL performances of all time

@jrenker

8 ай бұрын

I've heard her sing this song before, but the rock out with sidistorted guitars was great feel like she enjoyed it toocommons above in this thread dais how

@fez3327

5 ай бұрын

I think Brittany Howard also performed a legendary set on SNL.

@scottjames1401

3 ай бұрын

I missed this performance, no surprise. I don't watch network TV. This performance was one of those like GooGoo Dolls in the rain in Buffalo where the artist just gives everything they are to the audience, and the audience amplifies it back. Moments in history.

@burtonupchurch1690

3 ай бұрын

Man is it rare over the last couple decades to see a truly impressive performance on snl like this one.

@Drew83

Ай бұрын

Not got to…is. Unquestionably.

How I feel about my life with my wife. She passed away two years ago❤

@melvinsmiley5295

Ай бұрын

So happy for the time you all had, some are not lucky enough to find the other half. You will be together again.

Hands down...the BEST SNL performance of all time. Rock on Brandi.

I spent a week in the hospital at the end of March and one night when I couldn't sleep I sat looking up every performance I could find of Brandi's and she drove away the fear and loneliness of those long nights.

She released this song in 2007 and I was lucky enough to hear her live in a small dive. The whole place was just blown away. She’s amazing.

@bonniethibeault3272

10 ай бұрын

She is amazing 😂

@margaretettinger6134

9 ай бұрын

That must have been amazing! Seeing her in two weeks in Philly, opening for Pink! So excited!!

@patriciastaton6182

8 ай бұрын

❤ love her

@novascotiaskater1868

7 ай бұрын

The amazing thing about her and the band is that they have always preferred to play smaller venues… I first saw her back in ‘98 at a dive bar called the Garage in Ballard, Seattle… and now 25 years later we still go see her every time she comes to Texas … we were thrilled to meet her after a show a few years ago in New Braunfels TX… my husband and I actually ran into her when the whole band was tubing/swimming in the river that afternoon…. She’s simply one of the best live performers ever!!!

@johnbartlett9568

6 ай бұрын

It needs more cowbell

Brandi is possibly the best live performer I’ve had the pleasure of seeing. I don’t usually expect to hear the exact same vocal quality in live performances vs. studio recording, but, holy cow, she is phenomenal.

@christineharmon6129

Күн бұрын

True talent doesn’t need all the tech stuff! True talent sounds better in person. I once heard Andy Williams live, about 6 rows from stage. Was never overalls impressed with him until I heard him in person. Pure voice! Appreciate vocalists from the past because what you heard was real! Brandi fits in this category! Pure voice. Pure talent!

I was in the live studio audience for this. FOREVER CHANGED. I keep coming back here I love Brandi 😭

She’s one of the best musical performers SNL has had

@AlbertWeijers

Жыл бұрын

Great, and really live. This can not be said about Brian Adams performing at SNL, totally not live, terrible.

@MeWriter2112

Жыл бұрын

There's only been 2 SNL performances that I replayed. This one and Harry Styles.

@leegrant7333

Жыл бұрын

Bullshit....she is struggling here... over performing for lack of talent

@jerrybennett6492

Жыл бұрын

That’s saying something

@AlbertWeijers

Жыл бұрын

@@MeWriter2112 Thanks I will check that out.

I have been watching musical performances on SNL for 40+ years...this is in my top five.

@jmedakwon

Жыл бұрын

Just curious, what are the other 4? If they are as good as Brandi then I’ll need to look them up. Brandi’s yodels just tug at my heart & puts me in a puddle of tears.

@pembedilaraakn6658

Жыл бұрын

@@jmedakwon I think one of them is Alabama Shakes, if you haven't watch, give it a try:)

@carriebee5418

Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite things is when someone finds comments from forever ago and invests the time to respond

@KSpirit54

8 ай бұрын

​@@carriebee5418Me too! I came back here while searching for something wonderful to listen to...Brought tears again, 'cause it's that good.

@ericajoy5136

4 ай бұрын

@@jmedakwonKacey Musgraves “Slow Burn” is also a top five for me.

The first Brandi Carlile song that I ever heard, & still one of my favorites!❤

@Twinzma

Жыл бұрын

Omg, listen to The Joke!

@yolandaramos3761

Жыл бұрын

Listen to the Joke is on you! If you watch the Grammys live version performance, AMAZING! Standing ovation.

@dawnlinnell

Жыл бұрын

Me too.

@kvothethebloodless7555

Жыл бұрын

This isn't her song lol she covered someone elses

@keeptalking100

Жыл бұрын

@@kvothethebloodless7555 Not according to Wikipedia - who do you think sang it originally?

God, I love this song. Freaking chills every time.

@ssaint565

Жыл бұрын

Same here. From my first listen at a Border's listening station to today. Gets me every single time.

@MrsCrazyrange

11 ай бұрын

Getting them right now and then I read your comment!

@nataliejoanmusic7992

11 ай бұрын

hahah same here! Everything about it - the lyrics, the delivery, the music! Can never get enough of this song!

If that performance didn't gain Brandi a shit ton of new fans, I don't know what will. Simply, brilliant!

@davidholton9667

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. How are you?

@mugsysmom62

11 ай бұрын

@@davidholton9667WEIRDO

@Batmarc6

10 ай бұрын

It did. I’m here. I heard. Goddam. What a gift she is.

@cherinoelke

10 ай бұрын

@@Batmarc6 Well put, my friend!

@kathynageotte5821

10 ай бұрын

You are correct I heard this song on SNL replay and became an instant fan.

Brandi has something no one else has and she LIGHTS UP anyone she performs with-girl elvis

Her voice cracks and the imperfections makes this song absolute perfection. I’m not fond of others covering this song as it just lacks the depth Brandi delivers. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@geoffpalmer6424

Жыл бұрын

I saw LeAnn Rimes on the Graham Norton Show in the UK singing The Story, pity there is no punishment for murdering a song.

@jelielm.8103

Жыл бұрын

her voice cracks are intentional, not imperfections, just perfections

@christinejunk8184

Жыл бұрын

I call them vocalgasms and I feel like they are intentional but amazing. I love this song just for them.

@TryingTheThings

Жыл бұрын

I love to hear her live. The album versions are too polished and lacking in the grit and emotion that makes her music so powerful.

@vickiego1

Жыл бұрын

@@geoffpalmer6424 I was scrolling through the comments while listening to this again & noticed that I accidentally gave you a thumbs down instead of a thumbs up. I apologize! I totally agree with you about LeAnn Rimes performance on Graham Norton, plus many other people covering this song (not to mention many other Brandi Carlile songs). It should be illegal. 😂

Her voice is so ephemeral in that it can be both brassy and intimate in the same song, sometimes even in the same line, as with this BARN BURNER. I just LOVE watching her have fun and rock out in the loud parts, and then ease it back down to a closer and more private place for the lines that need it. I also LOVE that she allows her voice to break in certain parts, which really accents the psychological and emotional catharsis of the song. That husky tremble that drops here and there just sends shivers down my spine.

@yewforest14

Жыл бұрын

You articulated the magic of her voice and performance so perfectly! Thank you for that. I think one of the things I enjoy most about this performance is that it is both an ode to her fans and a stunning display of how much her voice has grown and blossomed over the years. Her ability to control and emote her voice has expanded exponentially over the years and it's such a privilege to hear how she has mastered such a difficult instrument.

@potatowater285

Жыл бұрын

This was soo well put! I agree wholeheartedly

@jongrote6104

Жыл бұрын

Truly Gifted is Brandi Carlisle

@bruceallen2736

9 ай бұрын

Well said! 🇨🇦

@annlatham

5 ай бұрын

Yes her voice is literally an instrument so cool!

Truly one of the most brilliant songs/vocals ever - I absolutely love it.

As a 38 yr old woman I can fully say that this song and her voice is permanent in my brain.

I just can't get over this. My sister showed me her. I just *cannot* get over how good she is. Amazing.

I'm so happy that this amazing performer is finally seeing the kind of recognition she has earned. She's performed with every famous artist in the industry and people still ask who she is. Who she is, is incredible.

This song is my husband and I. Married 37 years, raised three daughters, still best friends and laughing now going into our golden years enjoying every minute and holding on to each cherished moment left.

@caseythompson474

Жыл бұрын

Thursday is my anniversary. 22 years with my guy! Love this song!!

@robertpiekosz7470

Жыл бұрын

Congrats.😊 You have the Best gift that this life can offer.

@cristineestrada6080

11 ай бұрын

You are lucky. Cherish it. I love this song because it speaks to me and how I’m feeling. I lost my husband of 25 years to leukemia. ‘Stories don’t mean anything if you got no one to tell them to’

@travisgates2874

5 ай бұрын

Cherish it, we all want it but don’t find it

“If Dolly Parton covers your song, you know it’s a heck of a song and she respects you, Brandi.” Your music and YOUR story is remarkable and it give us hope that keeping the faith and never stop grinding pays off. Keep up the great work and we look forward to seeing your story continue. God Bless.

A "like" isn't enough for this performance... contemplating watching SNL re-run Saturday just to watch this again!

This song has a timeless beauty to it! ✨ The powerful strength of vulnerability!

@yolandaramos3761

Жыл бұрын

Her voice is extraordinary

@jengalvin

Жыл бұрын

Yes! I love her nuanced additions that show her talent and timelessness

@amandac3362

Жыл бұрын

Could not agree more!!!!! Well said

Brandi is one of VERY FEW SNL guests that actually sound fantastic on their stage! I think it's the purity if her voice ❤️

@kristinahansen1

Жыл бұрын

She shines when live. Just kills every performance. Transformative.

This one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard

Look at every participant on that stage. Fantastically mesmerizing music + vocals.

Only one word Incredible. She is an 😇 Angel and so blessed. I saw her in a concert with Pink. They both blew me away. Truly and honestly forever a fan ❤️

Man, you can just tell that they all knew they killed that. Amazing live performance.

WOW!!!! I love her spirit!!! She is having so much fun and you can tell it's from the heart and soul!!!!!!

@katiee4396

9 ай бұрын

I love seeing people genuinely love what they do. It’s contagious!

There is nobody like Brandi Carlile. My husband introduced me to her many many years ago and I am truly thankful. We saw her in concert twice. It's like she makes you her best friend when she preforms. Truly Amazing.

@daniellemilby9117

Жыл бұрын

It really is! Her concerts are so intimate. It’s like she’s talking to you the whole time.

@heatherglover7789

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I can see that, she has best friend energy

When this song comes on from my Spotify playlist, I have to repeat it a couple of times.

Love how she just changed guitars during his guitar solo. Perfect. She is one cool talented chick.

This performance deserve millions of views.

This performance is the first time I'd ever heard Brandi Carlile's music, and I was really, really moved by her voice and the music as a whole. Instantly became a huge fan.

@emmarose6590

Жыл бұрын

Oh man… you gotta listen to her album by the way I forgive you.

@lisakay1006

Жыл бұрын

One of the most beautiful voices !!!❤

@natashafigueroa9198

Жыл бұрын

Same. I cannot understand how I missed her before now.

@lauriejo5810

Жыл бұрын

She has so many great songs. I'm sure you won't be disappointed if you look them up and start listening to them. They are amazing!

@sconnielassie

Жыл бұрын

She’s the greatest!

Brandi,more than anyone so far deserves a place in the musical hall of fame.

I was in NYC in 2019 and was looking for something fun to do. I had gone to a show on Broadway the night before and figured I'd go to a foreign movie or something I couldn't do at home. I saw that BC was playing at MSG and I vaguely knew who she was so I checked a 3rd party ticket seller and bought a ticket, thinking it might not even be a real ticket to be honest. I walked down to MSG and Mavis Staples was the opener. What a talent! I was in awe! Then, BC took the stage. It was such an intimate experience and the musicianship of Brandi and her band was off the charts! I was mesmerized! Such beautiful harmonies, fantastic stage presence and such a genuine human. I cried so many times that night, lol. Now, a fan for life from that happenstance! So proud they are being recognized for their beautiful music!

@davidholton9667

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. Hello

This woman is an absolute superstar. Absolutely amazing performance!! So much heart in it!!

This is such an amazing song. Beautifully written. Beautifully sung. Sorely underrated. Brandi, you are a gift to the music world and especially those of us that love actual heart-written music! Instead of industry-pumped "hits". We are lucky to hear you! Thank you.

Absolutely STUNNED by this song when I saw it on SNL!! ❤ Beautifully sung!! ❤❤

So many years and what an incredible musician you are !

Well I know for sure...that "this story" won't ever die. This story of ever loving this song and ur heart jumps every time u come back to the song. And just goosebumps all over again.....❤ This song holds our stories

A national treasure. That's all, just a national treasure.

The whole band is just amazing. Thank you for pouring everything you’ve got into it. Your music is incredible!

Man, Brandi rocking out on that electric guitar might be the hottest thing I've ever seen.

I'm a late bloomer brandi fan....I love her instantly when I first heard her....

OG Brandi fan right here who first saw her live in 2007 and had been listening to her for years before that. So happy she still performs this song live as it still gives me goosebumps and takes my breath away in one fell swoop 🙏🏼.

@diwataluna

Жыл бұрын

She is one of the few I wish to see live. And it's so tough cuz I'm in Asia 😢

Brandi is one of a kind. Love this song and her voice

Brandi is absolutely amazing in concert. If you get a chance to see her live, DO IT! I finally got to see her live in May 2024 at Brandi Carlile's Mothership Weekend festival in Mirimar Beach, FL, an annual event. She loves every moment and collars with so many other artists. Sista Strings backed her up in this performance and at The Mothership and they were outstanding.

One of your BEST…highlights your off the charts vocal range and layered musicianship….Keep the classics coming. And keep rocking BRANDIE CARLIE. You guys are blowing the roof off every venue you play. Can’t wait for your GRAMMY performance and HUGE WINS. ❤

Been following Brandi for several years and her and the twins just get better and better.

This is number one on my list of “songs I wish I could experience again for the FIRST time.” I’ll never forget the way I felt that first time. It blows me away every time, but that first time I was dumbfounded that this existed and that somehow the whole world didn’t know about it.

Her voice gives me goosebumps

Omg the voice !!! She deserved some award on GRAMMYS!!!!

@MrMallard19

Жыл бұрын

The labum before last, By The Way, I Forgive You, actually did win a Grammy! I really recommend it, especially The Mother (which is a parenthood song that shines after 20+ years of only hearing With Arms Wide Open on the radio), Sugartooth (which is like an arena country song honouring someone who passed away due to an opioid addiction), Everytime I Hear That Song (which drops the title of the album), Most of All (which, personally, made me think of my parents eventually passing away) and Fulton County Jane Doe. Fantastic album.

The song that started it all for me. Saw Brandi when she opened for the Indigo Girls way back in 2008.

It’s only because of You Tube that I know how amazing Brandi Carlisle is.

What a performance! Great job Brandi, but also Phil and Tim Hanseroth - you rocked!

From the moment I heard this song and her voice many, many, many years ago, she stopped me in my tracks. She is a living legend and continues to amaze me no matter how many times I hear her sing. Sidenote - the cracks in her voice have always been my favorite thing! Forever a fan ❤️

@skippy9659

Жыл бұрын

many many many years ago….truth. We saw it

@macguy14

Жыл бұрын

Literally me too. Was a passenger in a car- playing w radio- caught it and had the driver pull over. I was like is this rock or folk or country or heavy metal. What is going on. The song kept getting better and better and it ended. And we both were silent and stunned.

@champagnesupernova777

8 ай бұрын

Same here 💜

No Lip-Syncing here! Just Lyrics from the Heart💖

Omg I love this song she is my new favorite singer

My wife and I were very lucky to meet Brandi at the SNL after party.. she was soo gracious with her time.. she sat and chatted for some 20mins.. all about her beginnings on WFUV (Fordham Unv) here in the NYC area (Bx NY)..My wife has followed her from the early days and on this night she go to meet her idol.. THANK YOU BRANDI!!

She opened up for pink and was fantastic ❤

Amazing. I love this song. I love her. Her voice just gets better and better. ❤❤❤

Years of listing to Brandi…buying her albums…going to shows. 😭 Hearing her sing The Story on SNL. *Priceless*

No words for how much I love this song❤

Brandi you are the most talented beautiful kind woman in the world 😉👍♥️♥️♥️

Such a beautiful song such a beautiful talented artist who's touched thousands of people's lives❤

Some songs and voices give me goosebumps on my arms and the back of my neck. This song and this voice gave me goosebumps on my soul.

I play this video almost every day. I need to hear Brandi sing these words that go straight to and through my heart. There's a truth and purity that I can't quite describe. I just know it melts me every single time. ❤

@jbuggie4086

11 ай бұрын

Me toooooo. I sing it to my baby

@TheChrisDemo

5 ай бұрын

Its been 7 months, commenting to bring you back to this so it can spark that joy for you again ❤

Finally! It if finally time for the entire world to know this incredible artist and ALL her works.

Her vocal range is insanely beautiful 😍

Thank you Brandi. Take care and be Happy.

I apologize if I aleady posted here - but this song (and this particular version) is simply a life changing moment. thank you Ms Carlile; your band of course is simply amazing.

This song made me fall in love with her the first time I heard it many many years ago. She's so talented. Keep going, Brandi! We love you

Brilliant performer, amazing songwriter, and a wonderful human being. She's the best.

I am not a country music fan but -The Story- is an awesome album that I recommend to all.

@nuttygirl83

Жыл бұрын

I wouldn't consider Brandi country though. She classifies herself as Americana. There is a bit of country flavor there, but also folk and rock. Sometimes a little pop. I actively dislike almost all country. I can barely listen to most of it except a few songs that I like. But I own two Brandi Carlile cds and have many of her songs on my Playlists. Maybe she is more old style country, but still not really. The twins were rock before they joined her to make their band. Her recent Grammy was for rock! Americana is a large umbrella but in my mind distinct from country.

The music, the lyrics, the voice and the perfect harmonious mix of all three makes my spine tingles. Thank you for the great music.

What a great Song by a wonderfully talented artist who just blew me away with her Voice.

Brandi serving us the vocals she served us 2004-8 yasssss

Always amazing, she performs with such great joy to be there on stage singing for an audience. Their hard work has paid off, but she still gives her bands talent and experience to include up and coming artist on the stage with them. A true national treasure, we all thank you for your gifts to us, the soundtrack of life.

@davidholton9667

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. How are you?

I love how she is always so happy after every performance, it really brings her such joy! I love her voice, but I hope that little crack, which sounds so cool, isn't because of nodes. She has an amazing voice but needs to protects it!!

Is the story finally going to get the praise it’s always deserved??????

I first saw Brandi and the twins perform at The Garage- a bar in Ballard in Seattle back in 1998… I’ve gone to see her at least 25 times and since moving to Texas I’ve seen her every time she’s in the State… she’s such an amazing artist….. my favorite show she did was when she performed with the Seattle Symphony… it was exactly like this version she played here…. We went and saw her perform in Gruene, TX and ran into her and the band tubing on the river- my husband was one of only ten guys in the audience… after the show we talked with her and reminisced all about her playing at The Garage back in the late 90’s…

I watch this performance almost every day. Pure talent.

Oh my God what a talent and a trailblazer we got here!!!!!!!!!Hillbilly Rock n Roll Rebel!

I like seeing her rock out at about the 2:20 mark.

this was my first exposure to Brandi and fell in love right away❤😊

She is SO dope.

This song makes me tear up every time

The female cello player is amazing!! I love her!

One of the best voices in Music!!

She is so good. Good Lord, that woman is good.

Still listening -- this song (and this particular version) is simply a life changing moment. thank you Ms Carlile; your band of course is simply amazing.

What I love about you is your authenticity, grace, and compassion. May you always live within these traits

@davidholton9667

Жыл бұрын

So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. Hello

@shirleyscott5975

Жыл бұрын

@@davidholton9667 NOOOO

Fucking legend. Brandi is so unique. Loved her book! Her whole story is amazing. Just wow.

its been 13 years and I still love this song.

Just the most beautiful person in the world 🖤

This is crazy. What a talent. I was listening to my music library on Amazon and my list ended so Amazon was sending similar type songs...and this song came on. I stopped in my tracks and played it over and over. Then of course i start searching the artist...bringing me to KZread. All i keep thinking is "Where the hell have i been". How did i miss this incredible talent. How is it that this artist has struggled? I was thinking that talent must be scarce with the crap the labels are putting out there. What the hell are they doing? Glad i found you now Brandi!

@sarahrodenbaugh8259

9 ай бұрын

SO happy when I see someone fall in love with real talent like Brandi! Hope you've listened to Tragedy and The Joke, of course!

This performance turned me into a fan. I love her, this song is amazing, she is amazing. 10/10.

I cry every time I hear this song.