Cowboy Junkies - SWEET JANE (LIVE IN LIVERPOOL). For anyone who’s ever had a heart. 

First time in my WHOLE life, im 60, that i jammed out to an Accordion!june24

Lou Reed called this band’s original cover of this song “the definitive version”. Couldn’t get a better accolade than that one.

Cowboy Junkies are such an under-rated and/or overlooked band. They've been doing great stuff for a long while now.

Anyone who knows anything about music will appreciate this song for what it is, one of the greatest rock tunes of all time. This cover is absolutely incredible.

This version never gets old. I read an interview in which Lou reed said that Cowboy Junkies were his favorite version.

I miss really good music like this... The things you find when your scrolling through YT...

You couldn’t get a more beautiful singer with a better voice to perform this number!!

Okay, so, after listening to this a couple of times using a good set of headphones, I discovered "flavors," if you will, from each of them. Little things that one might not notice right off the bat but nevertheless are there. Subtle taps by the drummer. Equally subtle enhancements by the guitar; the kinds of little things that really add to the song. Kind of like putting just enough spice in a dish to make it pop without being overwhelming and distracting. Great track by a great band. I really enjoyed this. Thank you.

It just keeps getting better and better each time I listen to it. A present for my ears

"Sultry" is the best adjective to the vocals and the vocalist. The musical accompaniment is tense and precise. Great job, Junkies

Happy Heavenly birthday Lou Reed and thank you for a splendid song. Margo steps right up and delivers.

I would venture that “Sweet Jane” has been covered by over a hundred bands. Lou Reed is on record saying this was his favourite. I absolutely concur with him.

only a legend walks on stage with a cuppa BRAVO!!!

To hear a song you've known forever for the first time is a wonderful thing.

Brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it. Brings back memories my late wife and I shared. Thank You

For anyone who's ever had a heart . . . every single moment in this is perfect.

I saw this band in May of 1989 at the Rialto Theater in Raleigh, NC. It was so laid back and awesome. We got out of our seats and moved down to the front and sat on the floor and watched them. This cover of this song is my favorite of all time.

Fantastic! All aspects of it. Mandolin, guitar, and a freakin’ accordion with Margo’s great vocals. Doesn’t get any better. Turn it UP!

The Trinity Session remains one of my favorite albums of all time... but this version is just beyond words brilliant!

I love this band my bf Andrea and i saw them at a small venue outside of Philly in the 90s. I sat and talked to Margo for maybe a minute before the show. She remembered my name when the show was over. Andrea and I laughed and joked and swapped stories with them them for an hour after the show. Great musicians, even greater cool people. Stay high my friends.

Its magical how the instruments all come in. And her voice is a calming sultry presence

wow... what a great version.... Lou Reid said this is his favorite version. I like playing both live versions, RockNRollAnimal and the Cowbory Junkies version.... WOW... And the Junkies is a tight band... And one beautiful woman leading the band. I couldn't concentrate playing without looking at her in a loving way.

Margo the enchantress and her sulphurous band. Hats off ladies and gentlemen !!

i love this band & love Margo’s haunting voice!!

One of the best songs of all time, whether arranged as hard rock, alternative, folk, pop or bluegrass.

OMG, how incredibly beautiful !! Lou Reed the master. Cowboy Junkies, artful masters. Blended to perfection!!

Similar to the Grateful Dead and the Allman brothers live jams. This song could go on for an hour and more, letting each instrument and her voice take control for periods as it progresses. That guitar playing is incredible!

If you've ever had the misfortune to realize that you were only playing a part in somebody else's story, this song hits hard.

Lou Reed always said that the version of Sweet Jane on their breakthrough album, The Trinity Session, was the best ever (including his own!).

A voice of milk and honey. Accompaniment glorious.

'Way cool how the mandolin escorts the tune in with distortion and then flies over and under it!! So cool, bravo, with accordion!! Yea...cool as cool can be!! Well done, Lady and gentlemen!

I saw them in 1998/1999 on the campus of OSU at Newport Music Hall. During the songs, total silence as the audience took in what was one of the most heartfelt concerts I’ve ever been to. I’m so glad I was able to see them live even once. Her voice, is perfection.

My heart still flutters for Margo Timmins! And course her music!

Johnny Carson got me hooked on the Cowboy Junkies years ago. Saw them in Portland, ME. In a church…long story. That was the third date I had with the mother.

I can't get enough of these old classics that I search for when I'm in the mood and love so very much with my heart and soul and every fiber of my being.

My mom absolutely loved them and this was her favorite song on the album. I wish she could have seen this! Oh my heart! ❤

Wish you could give it a thumbs up everytime you watch it

One of my absolute favorites... This band is incredible.

Quite glad Miley Cyrus covered this song .. For one it may be fall in love with this it is and secondly she did it good

I've always loved this song, both the original and the Cowboy Junkies cover. First time I've heard this live version, and must say I really like it, especially the addition of the accordion and that electricrifried mandolin mayhem

I believe I just Found A new favorite version Of this iconic song! absolutely great.

Brilliant. Electric. Fully charged Cowboy Junkies.

4:28 I’ve watched and listened to this video literally 100’s of times. I never tire of it…each time is like the first. I wish I had seen them live.

WOW, 67 years old and never heard this. AWESOME!!!!!!!

NEVER FORGET MOTT THE HOOPLE! GREAT BAND

One of the "coolest" bands ever...such a great and unique vibe

Never heard a Mandolin played quite like this. I am impressed.

Was in the audience for this gig in Liverpool in 2004, had to wait until 2006 for the video of the concert entitled 'Long Journey Home' to be released, and because the concert was being filmed, tickets were free! I'm 75 now and still enjoying it. (22.06.24)

Lots of people can play this note for note however, when you cover a track you have to bring something to it something different and inspiring. Something to make you're ears pick up and for your brain to take note. Something to stop whatever you are doing and grab your attention. It has to have feeling and sole to it. This cover has the lot.

great music.......mysto hippie vibes.............such a sweet jane....bllessings

Sublime version 🥰❤️‍🔥🤘

To you sweet Jane who we lost during covid you were the best I miss you 😘

Thanks for sharing this Cowboy Junkies video. Brings back fond memories, something like 33 years ago. When I first heard them, remembering how soulful and sublime their sound was - and is. Remembering how the passion and authenticity of their music got me through challenging times. Also, remembering having a crush on Margo back in the day. I remember when I saw them at the Madison Civic Center over 30 years ago, throwing a rose on stage after their final encore song. Thanks for reminding me how special this band is, and how special Margo’s singing prowess is. I’m quite inspired to see them jam in true Junkies form after all these years. Thanks again!

Wow ! Sweet Jane becomes an absolute journey. Just beautiful. Traces of Celtic influences like wisps of smoke like trance.

Their interpretations of songs was always worth a listen.

Never in my life have i seen individualism by the whole team, produce a fantastic product of teamwork. Love the 5 secs just before the end where everyone tries to squeeze through the same small door. Lol

Not to many covers can touch this, actually nobody

I have to say it again Margo voice is that of an angel I have been a fan since her and her brother performed on the Johnny Carson show 💖💥

Very excellent musicians couldn't put together a band maybe better than this for this particular song. It just slows naturally nice and long tight very bluesy. Thanks for the music

Fantastic musical performance! Musicians at their best.

One of my favorite songs no matter who does it, but I may enjoy their version best. Seeing them do it a few months ago in Homer NY was wonderful Sorry Lou

This song resonates to my very soul. I've been listening to it for over 40 yrs. It still speaks to me.....and I love it 😍

Wow! Flashback to 1987, freshman year in college, hearing this version by the Cowboy Junkies on college radio for the first time!

I thank you so very much for bringing this beautiful song to all of us 🥰

Truly amazing and a fabulous homage to Lou... Bless you for being so damn wonderful.

Their rendition of Lou's song is so beautiful.

Soooky..haunting...tingling jangles from the myriad of strings...such a sultry vocal. Great versions. Captivating and enchanting

Margo absolutely smolders with her sultry delivery .

Damn...just damn...what an amazing performance!!

Unexpectedly fresh interpretation of this one. Mandolin and accordion add different colors than Mott used 'back in the day'. Interesting indeed...

This was my husband and I’s favorite song… ,married 35 years til he died one morning 😢unexpectedly. I loved 😂him so much .The years since 2009 have been long and lonely..God,our children(5), and good friends have helped a lot. BEST VERSION OF “ Love Minus Zero,No Limits”…I HAVE EVER HEARD…NEW FAN!!!

The mandolin at the beginning. What a sound!

"Sweet Jane" and "Fade Into You" were the two songs that bring me back sweet and sour memories with my old girlfriend.

Wonderfully calming and insightful. Let your life flow as this does and you’ll be grateful and happy each day. Just enough chaotic movement to enable one to stay awake.

Thanks for the post! Can listen over and over! Then more!

She obviously connects to this song. I do too. Incredible experience watching and listening. Being able to sin this is unimaginable to me.

First time I have heard them, or this. Oh yes!

A great take on a simple song. Thanks Cowboy Junkies and Blythe Spirit.

From Lou to Mott and onwards......and now this. W-O-W. Great take on a great song. Well done. Rock on :)

Michael Brady ... I agree with you whole-heartedly ... the mandolin and accordion add an incredible breadth of texture and nuance ... and add up to an incredible performance. I'm glad that I read your comment, and was inspired to put my two cents in.

Brilliant song ❤this video is so good getting all the musicians in 🎶 thankyou cow boy junkies... music has been getting me through the day. But this song has got me though years sweet sweet 💜

They all do a fantastic job, but that drummer just nails it.

the way they do it together is what makes this song for me.

Seen in concert, Rio theater, SANTA CRUZ , CA. Back in the day!! Agreed 💯 percent....FREAKIN BEAUTIFUL!!

That's a VERY nice version of Sweet Jane! Sometimes live IS better. WOW!

Went to see Cowboy Junkies last night at the Enmore Theatre in Sydney (BTW - a great venue). They opened with this song. Margot had been ill for a couple of days -(inbed until a couple of hours before the show) She got up and performed all night. Yes, she had a couple hassles with the cold and I gather they changed her set list as she wouldn't have been able to perform some songs. The audience really appreciated her effort under difficult circumstances. Great band and hope you are getting better Margot.

Bravo. I'm speechless. Nothing but nice.

Love Margo ethereal voice

Fucking Superb. I can listen to it back to back, day after day!!!

Michael McLoughlin This is a great version of a great song. Her vocals are sensual, The whole band is good. Somewhere Lou Reed is smiling.

Absolutely phenomenal!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

Sweet Jane--- Sweet and powerful voice. I loved the sometimes simple guitar rhythms, and all the other instruments, behind the sound of her voice!

Ah. We live and learn. Great version. Takes me back 45 years.

RIP. great Lou! You will never die!

Love this band. I first saw this group in the late 80’s or early 90’s at the Yacht Club in Iowa City.

It never tires me to listen to this cover. Hi from Holland :)

Love how you describe these as ghost notes couldn't put my finger on it till now thankyou I called haunting love it

If I could sing like her I would rule the world.

Just saw them this past Friday 03/02/23 here in Melbourne. It was a beautiful concert; she had a bit of a cold but was excellent nonetheless.

This song plays me and causes tear-water to fall on my cheeks. With a great wanton....OH, Gawd.