Sam Tompkins - How To Save A Life (Cover)

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  • čas přidán 7. 04. 2023
  • hey guys, i am so glad you loved the teaser i put out a couple of weeks ago. i know a lot of you were asking for a full cover so i recorded one for you, i hope you love it x
    follow me: linktr.ee/samtompkinsuk
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Komentáře • 475

  • @SamTompkinsUK
    @SamTompkinsUK  Před rokem +49

    GUYSSSS I’M GOING ON TOUR ACROSS THE UK, EUROPE AND NORTH AMERICA!! GRAB A TICKET IF YOU WANNA 🥹🥹 samtompkins.tix.to/Tour2023

    • @karlgajudo1306
      @karlgajudo1306 Před 10 měsíci +1

      😊😊

    • @Natalie-fo9pm
      @Natalie-fo9pm Před 10 měsíci

      Your voice is amazing … just listened tonight and I’m an instant fan . Please come to Vancouver, BC.

    • @Craigwilsonmusic1989
      @Craigwilsonmusic1989 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @sam Tompkins would you mind sending me the backing track to this? I’d be very grateful

    • @sheameeker7290
      @sheameeker7290 Před 7 měsíci

      Such a mesmerizing voice much love and light to you❤

    • @semrasahin1844
      @semrasahin1844 Před 7 měsíci

      Auch Deutschland?

  • @wiganlatic1547
    @wiganlatic1547 Před rokem +372

    My best friend took his own life a few weeks ago, Follow Suit is hitting hard right now but acting as a companion. I'd listened to How To Save A Life so many times since he's died, just part of questioning myself I guess, which is only natural. This cover is very timely. I've listened to Sam since the busking days in Brighton. Sam’s music genuinely saved my life. A couple of years I went through a stage of serious depression, I wasn’t happy, healthy & reached a point where I didn’t want to live anymore. I had no hope or interest in anything. Sam’s music resonated with how I was feeling at the time & it just gave me some comfort to cling onto, hope & happiness. It may sound strange, but his songs were my friends. His voice is exceptional, the range, emotion & storytelling is captivating. However, his writing comes from his heart & you can tell that - I listened to each & every word of his songs, they at times described exactly how I felt. I went to Sam’s live gig in Leeds - I’ve been to many gigs before, but this one hit different. I replayed so much that night, good and bad, however listening to the songs that not only saved my life, but will always remain a part of my life, was special. I have listened to hundreds of different artists, thousands of different songs, nobodies music has connected to me like Sam's. Some music makes me want to sing along, dance, cry - Sam's I just sit in awe, let my mind take over and listen.

  • @win_dum
    @win_dum Před rokem +250

    now this is officially the best version on the internet

    • @2nicnag2
      @2nicnag2 Před 11 měsíci +5

      I had never heard this song but I agree, no one can beat Sam’s emotion and voice

    • @eden5260
      @eden5260 Před 7 měsíci +2

      Nothing can beat the original

    • @user-zh4nl9do3w
      @user-zh4nl9do3w Před 6 měsíci

      james arthur cover

    • @coldpiecereece2011
      @coldpiecereece2011 Před měsícem +1

      COMPLETELY AGREE

    • @coldpiecereece2011
      @coldpiecereece2011 Před měsícem +2

      ​@@eden5260HE JUST DID SORRY😂😂😂

  • @gethrob20
    @gethrob20 Před rokem +127

    You can hear the real raw emotion in this. This isn't just a cover, means a hell of alot more to Sam

  • @Lenalost
    @Lenalost Před rokem +113

    I need a FULL Version of this. All the lyrics. Love it. Best version from this song out there

  • @kydinmaguire4581
    @kydinmaguire4581 Před 11 měsíci +22

    i really wish there was a longer version, i find myself constantly replaying this

  • @messymommasgrace584
    @messymommasgrace584 Před 10 měsíci +22

    THIS is how this song was alsays meant to be done! I've been searching for a cover that does the lyrics justice for years, THANK YOU

  • @ChaayaBlocker
    @ChaayaBlocker Před 3 měsíci +6

    Wow, the emotions are pure and so raw. I just found this on TikTok video audio and haven't stopped listening to it. You have a very beautiful voice. Best version. 👑💯💪💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

  • @AbbieFoster-ph9bg
    @AbbieFoster-ph9bg Před 3 měsíci +8

    Please please do a full version of this song, it’s better than the original and that’s saying something. Your voice is sensational

  • @zamanifitri5811
    @zamanifitri5811 Před rokem +25

    beautiful as always brother ❤

  • @amberizzy
    @amberizzy Před rokem +34

    Damn, son.
    I lost my husband to suicide in 2012. Your cover, with all the feeling you let out, shows such amazing, true potential.
    I hope to see an album version someday. Just discovered you tonight, and your voice and presence are affecting, to say the least. Keep it up, man.

    • @si777
      @si777 Před rokem +4

      Sorry to hear :(

    • @amberizzy
      @amberizzy Před rokem +2

      @@si777 thank you, luv. It is, unfortunately, a pretty big problem everywhere, and mine is not much of a unique story; they all mingle together, the stories of those who've lost the fight. Take care of yourself, and take care of those around you. We never know the true depths of pain another is experiencing. #noonedeservestodiealone, #itsokaynottobeokay, #youmatter, #youarenotalone, #nostoryshouldendtoosoon

    • @intlspy1401
      @intlspy1401 Před 8 měsíci +1

      Just made me shed some tears. I am so sorry for your loss, may he rest in heaven.

  • @everydaywinning
    @everydaywinning Před rokem +9

    This guy is ridiculous 😂😂😂. His voice is magic, i cannot stop listening to his songs ❤❤❤

  • @romy2002
    @romy2002 Před rokem +18

    Step one, you say we need to talk
    He walks, you say sit down, it's just a talk
    He smiles politely back at you
    You stare politely right on through
    Some sort of window to your right
    As he goes left, and you stay right
    Between the lines of fear and blame
    You begin to wonder why you came
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    Let him know that you know best
    'Cause after all, you do know best
    Try to slip past his defense
    Without granting innocence
    Lay down a list of what is wrong
    The things you've told him all along
    And pray to God he hears you
    And I pray to God he hears you
    And where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    As he begins to raise his voice
    You lower yours and grant him one last choice
    Drive until you lose the road
    Or break with the ones you've followed
    He will do one of two things
    He will admit to everything
    Or he'll say he's just not the same
    And you'll begin to wonder why you came
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    How to save a life
    How to save a life
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    Where did I go wrong?
    I lost a friend
    Somewhere along in the bitterness
    And I would have stayed up with you all night
    Had I known how to save a life
    How to save a life
    How to save a life

  • @connectinggamerz8810
    @connectinggamerz8810 Před rokem +10

    That has to be one of the best covers of any song I have heard. Incredible

  • @tazzznphilly
    @tazzznphilly Před rokem +20

    I just loooooooove when I can hear the angst in someone's voice, when the song warrants it. Bravo, Sam! I love your conviction and realness watching ur body movements, facial expressions, and voice. Loved it. I wish you rising success...you deserve it.
    ~ Tazzz ~

  • @ticklme
    @ticklme Před rokem +8

    I've listened to this song on repeat so many times. It's beautiful.

  • @bryces-right
    @bryces-right Před 3 měsíci +2

    We need a full cover this is beautiful!

  • @twotone3426
    @twotone3426 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I'm 48 years old and listen to every genre of music from heavy metal, hip hop, bluegrass, country, pop, rock, rap, R&B, etc. and in my opinion, Sam Tompkins has the best voice in music history! Bold I know but thats my opinion.

  • @MarieHumbleASMR
    @MarieHumbleASMR Před 5 měsíci +4

    *You’ve become my favorite artist of all time within the past 20 minutes. Your raw emotion and beautiful voice made my heart explode. I’m sitting here with tears pouring down my face. You are the kind of guy I’d love to write music with. I want to give you the biggest hug ever mate.I hope to meet you one day* 🩵

  • @nadjiaouidi7040
    @nadjiaouidi7040 Před 10 měsíci +13

    The part that I don't like about this cover is that it is too short

  • @joaobalinha3631
    @joaobalinha3631 Před rokem +9

    One of my most treasured songs of all times... and i must tell that this one is way better than the original one 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @NostalgicNathan
    @NostalgicNathan Před rokem +19

    Loved the stripped down acoustic feel, you did this classic song justice. Great emotion and rawness, wonderful job 👏

  • @TommyBaysMusic
    @TommyBaysMusic Před rokem +6

    Your voice shines so greatly on this one Sam! Keep em coming! Much love.

  • @BornToDreamTheBeat
    @BornToDreamTheBeat Před rokem

    I'm so glad you released this, the short of this you posted was my favorite and I watched it an endless amount of time ❤❤❤❤

  • @bonniedancsecs2903
    @bonniedancsecs2903 Před dnem

    Wow, this guys gonna touch a lot of spirits with that beautiful voice!

  • @BiBoFan
    @BiBoFan Před rokem +4

    Gorgeous cover❤❤❤ I need the full version to this masterpiece

  • @kingsta4145
    @kingsta4145 Před rokem +2

    I can't stop watching this. More people need to see this

  • @bengrisbrooke3443
    @bengrisbrooke3443 Před rokem +6

    This is incredible ❤

  • @ululaknits2734
    @ululaknits2734 Před rokem +5

    the emotion you put into your performance makes it sound totally different and beautifully sad and heartbreaking. I loved it. 🙌🏻❤️

  • @tiffanytownsend4653
    @tiffanytownsend4653 Před rokem +2

    You definitely sent my soul somewhere! Chills for days. This is incredible! Love the rasp in your voice and I felt raw pain coming through. I needed this today. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent!

  • @chillingout2690
    @chillingout2690 Před rokem +8

    WOW! I knew it would be amazing, but somehow I didn't expect this😍 it BLEW ME AWAY! Sam, you are one of the most authentic and unique artists I have ever listened to, and someone this generation definitely needs! Thank you for blessing us with your beautiful voice and songs. You made this cover your own. Keep making music and BELIEVE in yourself. We all believe in you more than you will ever understand! ❤

  • @JayJay-ds6iy
    @JayJay-ds6iy Před rokem +1

    Schön das es dich gibt Menschen die Musik zu einem ganzen großen ❤machen😌😊ich fühle mich so wohl in jedem deiner Songs... DANKE😊

  • @uncleiroh01
    @uncleiroh01 Před rokem +3

    Maaaan, you express these emotions soo well in your singing. I just love it 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼

  • @thomaskeets3194
    @thomaskeets3194 Před rokem +4

    One of my favourite songs, now sung by one of my favourite artists.

  • @sineadmccool1669
    @sineadmccool1669 Před rokem +4

    I literally screamed when I saw u uploaded this, song means alot to me, your amazingggggg ❤

  • @hornchurcheagle843
    @hornchurcheagle843 Před rokem +9

    Your voice is incredible

  • @logancade342
    @logancade342 Před rokem +3

    I've heard this song countless times. This is the first time the lyrics made sense.

  • @onlym1070
    @onlym1070 Před rokem +4

    Sam , please never loose that loving feeling. 🙂 You are a gift for everyone's Heart. Thank you so much🙏❤

  • @burton528hz
    @burton528hz Před rokem +2

    Damn dude that was incredible. One of your best in my opinion.

  • @charliedavies83
    @charliedavies83 Před rokem +3

    This is the best cover version I ve Heard in a long time.

  • @natashatrad
    @natashatrad Před rokem +6

    YOU NEVER MISS. I am in love with your voice❤️

  • @chefsteph2740
    @chefsteph2740 Před 22 dny

    My favorite cover 🙏🏾

  • @2poppe
    @2poppe Před rokem

    You are the best!!!! So great version!!

  • @BrianLee-cq2hc
    @BrianLee-cq2hc Před rokem +6

    Your voice beautifully carried the emotional impact necessary for empathy with the regret of the author of the song.

  • @laurenjane995
    @laurenjane995 Před rokem +3

    My brother always listened to this an would sing along to this song when we were teenagers. He was in a car crash on his way to work (passenger) the day after his 17th birthday. He was always my best friend. He got brain damage in the crash but luckily he’s still here but I lost a big part of him that day. This song is full of memories and you sing it so beautifully ❤ your voice is amazing, full of emotion.

  • @benholmes964
    @benholmes964 Před rokem +1

    Means more to me now then ever

  • @harjeetj
    @harjeetj Před rokem +1

    So powerful. I believe every word. I could watch you sing all day ❤

  • @danialBeard4653
    @danialBeard4653 Před rokem

    Dude that was incredible!!

  • @topdragonmusic567
    @topdragonmusic567 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Holy crap. Your vocals are phenomenal!

  • @craigbarker2967
    @craigbarker2967 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Quality artist bringing own unique style, love the difference you bring with how you sing songs and how you really put all your emotion and heart into everything, wow I remember the stormzy where do you know me from, proper switch up, keep killing it sam

  • @laurenceduarte6980
    @laurenceduarte6980 Před rokem

    Awesome, Dont even know how many times I’ve had this on repeat…

  • @LB_Munster
    @LB_Munster Před rokem +2

    I remember listening to this when I was a teenage parent. Alone with my son setting on an air mattress eating rice and red beans. This always has a soft spot in my heart ❤

  • @RossHendry-lg5uf
    @RossHendry-lg5uf Před 10 dny

    Phenomenal 👏🏻

  • @StacyPledge
    @StacyPledge Před rokem +1

    Love this! ❤

  • @peterf427
    @peterf427 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank the Lord for the Loop function 🥰

  • @lisadavenport2390
    @lisadavenport2390 Před 10 měsíci

    I’ve listened to this over and over ❤❤❤

  • @P_p_Br0
    @P_p_Br0 Před rokem

    Incredible as always. Keep it up man

  • @weronikasiepietowska4982

    NEED A FULL VERSION ON SPOTIFY, PLEASEE 😍

  • @DanielleGuy-cb8bj
    @DanielleGuy-cb8bj Před 5 měsíci

    Love this cover so much

  • @MrTempo2006
    @MrTempo2006 Před rokem

    Only now I'm 41 I appreciate this song ..and this is one of the best covers I've heard

  • @gulserenates2506
    @gulserenates2506 Před 3 dny

    A friend died on overdose a few months ago and I hear your voice and all I can think about is how alone he was inside. Sometimes I don’t realize that he is really gone.

  • @careypadilla2147
    @careypadilla2147 Před rokem

    Wow..your voice!! It gives me chills…so so good!

  • @greencash4me
    @greencash4me Před rokem

    I legit had chills and goosebumps! Love this ❤❤ fire!

  • @kerryconnell2342
    @kerryconnell2342 Před rokem

    Yes!!! I been waiting on this and it didn’t disappoint 💕💕

  • @StarWarsHolocron413
    @StarWarsHolocron413 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Bro your voice is just incredible 💪Love from France

  • @nayanthonyproctor58
    @nayanthonyproctor58 Před rokem +1

    Organic chemistry vocal tones are beautiful as always sam 🙏🏻

  • @nicocucchiara7827
    @nicocucchiara7827 Před rokem

    Amazing. I love it!

  • @shirinosman2469
    @shirinosman2469 Před rokem

    Absolutely amazing voice!

  • @hobbylosTV
    @hobbylosTV Před 10 měsíci

    dude you give so much power in our mind - please never stop to sing for us

  • @ethanmackenzie9664
    @ethanmackenzie9664 Před 2 měsíci

    Do a full version! This is mint and would be great to fall asleep to

  • @parryipads252
    @parryipads252 Před 10 měsíci

    This is pure perfection 💘

  • @fofita7870
    @fofita7870 Před rokem +3

    THIS IS THE COVER I NEEDED❤

  • @saniyachesoh398
    @saniyachesoh398 Před rokem

    Thank you for make a full cover

  • @sunnysaz30
    @sunnysaz30 Před rokem

    This is soul food 🙏🏼

  • @tremaingardner3160
    @tremaingardner3160 Před rokem

    Wow... Heart-wrenching

  • @SamKabiru
    @SamKabiru Před rokem +2

    Crazy good cover!! ❤️‍🔥🇰🇪

  • @paranormalrespectingspirit5190

    Always loved this song

  • @fs-italia8286
    @fs-italia8286 Před rokem

    Goosebumps ❤

  • @klaudiamichnowicz
    @klaudiamichnowicz Před rokem +1

    Everything you do Sam is brilliant ❤

  • @thefalconrychef6660
    @thefalconrychef6660 Před rokem

    Thank you for releasing this bro..song has big meaning to me

  • @StandY0urGr0und5
    @StandY0urGr0und5 Před 10 měsíci

    You killed it, love this song!!

  • @lukewalton8745
    @lukewalton8745 Před rokem +1

    Immense!! So so good

  • @user-ky5ip1ez3o
    @user-ky5ip1ez3o Před rokem +1

    if i had a voice like yours i would never stop singing 💗 your voice is beautiful

  • @davidhodgson4050
    @davidhodgson4050 Před rokem

    🔥🔥🔥 that voice. Absolutely class mate

  • @jaimedemateo6945
    @jaimedemateo6945 Před rokem

    Amazing, congratulations!! 👏👏

  • @adrienne1958l
    @adrienne1958l Před rokem +1

    I have heard this song many times, but this is the first time I "HEARD " this song. I had many conversations with my brother about suicide. It was doubly difficult because he was way smarter than I am . He had an answer for every argument. In the end he didn't do it . He lived another 25 years. He found love , and joyous moments. Sadly I lost him to a disease in 2020 . He was 59 years old . I miss him desperately.

  • @joshuatayloruk
    @joshuatayloruk Před rokem

    So beautiful man, so proud of you❤

  • @lilly5829
    @lilly5829 Před 7 měsíci

    I love his voice so much ❤

  • @cherrydeleon9646
    @cherrydeleon9646 Před rokem

    Mr. Sam, thank you for great music. Goodluck alw ays. Lovely & much-needed music. Peace

  • @yanferaraque1051
    @yanferaraque1051 Před 2 měsíci

    my goodness, what kind of voice is this one? one in a million!!

  • @kikidoyaloveme56
    @kikidoyaloveme56 Před 10 měsíci

    This cover & your voice are phenomenal!!

  • @Morgane29
    @Morgane29 Před rokem

    I used to listen to this song so much when I was feeling really low a few years ago, now I'm better but hearing this song always gets me

  • @jah9731
    @jah9731 Před 7 měsíci

    One serving of goosebumps please and thank ya

  • @menyuam_vahchuamas1111

    Very well done. Beautifully done

  • @Thara-kx6fy
    @Thara-kx6fy Před rokem +1

    Am thrilled. Thank you very much. Her voice is indescribably beautiful.❤❤

  • @nickelxp5736
    @nickelxp5736 Před rokem

    so good and so clean

  • @millzy123kxrider
    @millzy123kxrider Před rokem +1

    Wow ! What a voice ! ❤
    Fair play brother 💯

  • @bobrodriguez3651
    @bobrodriguez3651 Před 3 měsíci

    Best cover hands down.

  • @tuffy40
    @tuffy40 Před 7 měsíci

    Ive never heard of this artist & HOLY CRAP!!!! His voice is unbelievable, it has a scratch to it?? Idk but its beautiful!♡!♡! Easy in the eyes also.

  • @ashleynicoleg770
    @ashleynicoleg770 Před rokem

    We need the whole version of this from you!! Please !!