Some days you come across something that completely overtakes you. Today has been one of those days. Honestly, I cannot tell you why, but when I listened to this cover of Aaliyah’s “Let me know,” it deeply moved me. Why is that? Why is something so beautifully performed making me emotional? Could it be that her voice, along with Aaliyah’s melody, takes me back to a simpler time? Is she connecting with parts of my soul I haven’t reached in a while? I don’t know exactly what is happening, but I love this. I completely love this feeling of openness.
As an artist, I have heard many vocalists, beautiful and talented vocalists. Yet none have moved me to tears like this. This kind of crying isn’t about sadness or suffering. It’s about being overwhelmed by the beauty of her voice, the way she delivers the music, and the emotions conveyed.
Today, I have listened to her version of “Let me know” several times, and though I am no longer crying, I am still deeply touched by it. If you have the chance, please listen to either of these songs. You might find yourself as captivated by her work as I have been.
Samantha Leon is an exceptional artist, and I wanted to share her with you all! Her voice is pure joy to my ears, inspiring me to breathe, live, feel, be, and create. Simply, WOW!
For more from this talented young artist, visit her website at 55RS0PU” width=”420″ height=”315″ frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen=”allowfullscreen”>
This moved me. Your honesty and kindness is something I don’t come by very often. It takes a lot for many of us to pull back our guards and act from our hearts. Though it can be both simple and difficult, I think that the most and the best we can ever offer each other is honesty. It helps. It heals. And that goes for everything including this post you wrote and the songs I sing. Perhaps that’s why we are in a very real and peaceful emotional space at the moment. Again, I’m genuinely humbled by the connection music has allowed us to make. It makes my heart feel good. Perhaps one of my greatest wishes is that more people learn and grow from honest connections like this established at the heart. Thank you.
It is truly a pleasure to know you, and even more of a pleasure to have experienced your music this way. Seriously, I’ve been in this strange place that last day or so. It is a good place, but different. It’s almost like I’m under a spell of sorts. I’m even writing some new music along with my blog posts, I haven’t been moved to write a new song since my dad passed away and I wrote his song. I attribute this awakening to your beautiful songs stirring things up inside of my soul. 🙂 And for this, I am grateful.
A little reminiscent of early Norah Jones.
Thanks for commenting Patranila! I appreciate the visit! Only thing I’d add, Norah Jones never moved me to tears. Lol.
Beautiful voice, indeed. I’ve never heard of her before, but I appreciate the introduction. I have yet to hear someone sing and bring me to tears. Maybe because I a have no soul lol
Damn Kim, that’s pretty harsh of you to say about yourself. LOL. Let’s try and help you expose that soul, cause I know you have one. 🙂