I Will Survive | Gloria Gaynor | funk cover ft. Mario Jose 

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This level of funkiness is considered a lethal weapon in 14 states

This man's voice is as smooth as that girl's hair.

I was a fan but after hearing this masterpiece, I'm now a whole air conditioner

Jesus Christ. This dude is a proper frontman. Everything seems to be so effortless. So much technique. He's doing a million things as though it's nothing. Amazing!

Hey y'all, just a reminder that the dude getting funky on the keyboard over there is the CEO of Patreon. Carry on.

Dear God that girl's hair is so smooth it feels like im watching a shampoo advertisement

The energy at 2:08 peaks with an audible “wooo” from the band. Classic, teamwork. Well done Pockets!

The guitarist bopping to the quiet part in the middle is one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen. She’s not even playing, just grooving.

You can't see the bass player, but hell he's there.

I love the "Whoo!" from the crew when Mario hits the note at 2:07. Same, anonymous crew member. Same.

This cover is single handedly getting me through rn. A year ago I would’ve buckled under the weight and it hurts like hell but I feel like yelling at the top of my lungs: It’s a new day baby, you don’t control me anymore. You expected me to fall apart but not this time!! I’m not that chained up little girl still in love with you. Then I hear Christina yang telling me not to let what other ppl want eclipse what I need. He’s not the sun, I am!

I listen to this every day before my university classes.

you know its good funk when everyone in the room is bouncing

Mario Jose is such an incredible performer!

Can you imagine being in a band with a voice like this? Man, that dude has some serious power in his vocal chords!

Gosh, I love bands like these. Everyone either seems to be so happy or have so much fun or even both! (Amazing cover btw)

Hey Vsauce, Michael here. What does it mean to “survive” something? Well, *rips crazy keyboard solo*

The bassist is simply amazing. He grooves like hell. Each note is perfect.

It's been an hour. I can't help listening to this over and over.

I so love our rendition of one of the world's most loved song. LOVE from The PHILIPPINES.

When fluffy dudes got this soft velvety voice... Yaaaaaaas.

Mario's voice is as perfect as his hair.

When I was a teenager they played this song every 5 minutes I hated it from beginning to end, but this brother has given me a new appreciation for it I'm bobbing my head and tapping my feet thank you so much

I love the build Mario creates in this song. So smooth and yet he can really belt it!

This cover really hits such a fantastic quality. The instrumentation is fun and groovy in a way that really respects the original, and the vocals take the bombastic, flamboyant style of the original and turn it into a smooth, reeled in, yet still energetic performance. Fantastic work.

2:05 is just one of those moments where I'm sucked into another dimension for a bit as I try to process the musical goodness that just stole my soul. F*ck that was good.

Gotta love how much fun their having in this sing while giving it their all

two years later and i still listen to this at least one a week

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At first I was afraid, I was petrified Kept thinking I could never live without you by my side But then I spent so many nights thinking how you did me wrong And I grew strong And I learned how to get along And so you're back From outer space I just walked in to find you here with that sad look upon your face I should have changed that stupid lock, I should have made you leave your key If I'd known for just one second you'd be back to bother me Go on now, go, walk out the door Just turn around now 'Cause you're not welcome anymore Weren't you the one who tried to hurt me with goodbye Do you think I'd crumble Did you think I'd lay down and die? Oh no, not I, I will survive Oh, as long as I know how to love, I know I'll stay alive I've got all my life to live And I've got all my love to give and I'll survive I will survive, hey, hey It took all the strength I had not to fall apart Kept trying hard to mend the pieces of my broken heart And I spent oh-so many nights just feeling sorry for myself I used to cry But now I hold my head up high and you see me Somebody new I'm not that chained-up little person and still in love with you And so you felt like dropping in and just expect me to be free Well, now I'm saving all my lovin' for someone who's loving me Go on now, go, walk out the door Just turn around now 'Cause you're not welcome anymore Weren't you the one who tried to break me with goodbye Do you think I'd crumble Did you think I'd lay down and die? Oh no, not I, I will survive Oh, as long as I know how to love, I know I'll stay alive I've got all my life to live And I've got all my love to give and I'll survive I will survive

Mario’s voice gives me shivers lol. What a talent

That "somebody new" from Mario Jose at the start of the fourth verse, gives me the chills. EVERY TIME!

Tiana Ohara added a lot to this video shoot. A lot of feeling to her playing, and support of the solo. She balanced out Jack's intensity nicely!

Amazing version. Vocals are great, just so smooth, and the bass player just totally crushed it!

I just can't get enough of this video Smooth voice, smooth keys, smooth baseline and of course smooth hair

I love how carefully Mario builds his energy over time. So good!

I gotten so tired of this song for so long, so gave this a chance. and it gave it a new life!! LOVE IT!!! THE BAND !! VOCAL!! worked great.

Stopping back for my piece of happiness. I so love this. The original version; that’s the person who is 6 months out from losing love. You’re still hurt. This version, you’re just happy for it all. Sing it Mario!!!

Even when Rob just throws away the shacker at the end it happens to drop as a closing tin on perfect time. This is hilariously funky...

Oh man, Mario, that is the best cover of this I've ever heard by a mile. Thank you. Masterfully phrased, so much richness and expressivity, yet so subtle, so disciplined. Faithful to Gloria, maybe even a tasteful homage every now and then, yet a totally original sound and take on an iconic classic. That's talent when you can do all of that and at once hit it out of the ballpark while remaining understated at the same time. I was a professional jazz musician for about seven years before transitioning into another helping profession, but this is one of those rare moments when it's like "wow, I wish I could have played with that guy". Rock on.

This version keeps growing on me. Got to love Mario Jose, man. He has such a smooth voice and such caring for every sentence in this song. I mean 1:15?? Sounds like he's trying to score that 100% in a super precise singing game. He sings "As long as I know how to love" as one super in-tune big word. And the guys is charming af.

Mario's timing is impeccable. One of my fav Scary Pockets songs.

You guys are just simply AMAZING!!!!

Awesome! Mario Jose is killing it every time.

I had honestly gotten sick of hearing absolutely every cover of this song over the years. Wow did this bring a fresh sound. Phenomenal job.

I just want to hug these guys. Merry Christmas.

I fell in love with this voice and the way he enjoys this song！Can't stop repeating this song.

Incredible cover! Thank you for this. Absolutely love it.

Goose bumps after how he took it up another level right after 2:05 onwards. So controlled and talented. Just enough for that "it" factor that most artists don't know how to do or what it is, well this is it! He did it also after the organ solo which was equally as pleasing and perfect.

I can’t stop listening to this version of one of my all time favorite songs. The band is killing it! The vocalist is a shear gift to listen to. AWESOMENESS!!!

The coolest most talented musicians. Top class 👏👏👏👏👏

Love how the drummer times perfectly the rattle hitting the floor with the end of the song

Listening to this great version in Dublin Ireland. We will survive. Keep yourselves safe people.

The dislikes are those who did not survive.

DAMN! This group is a perfect fit together! Each member contributes his own talents to make this an incredible piece! I want to hear more and more!

Yess ! Its been a long time I didn't herad this amazing song ! Thank you ! Love from France

When he sings “and you’ll see me....Somebody new...” woah! Said the guy in the back ground...(me too..tingles!)

Trying to listen to this version just one time Day 5: FAILED.

It's a measure of the sheer musicianship on display here that this sounds just as natural at 0.75x speed!

I tak się robi kuźwa Covery!!!! Uczcie się od nich czyli od najlepszych. Coś pięknego, a wejście improwizacyjne w linii melodycznej głosu, drugiej części mistrzostwo!

Got goosebumps so many times during this one video.

it has a groove all together and I found myself gravitating towards several individual parts. The vibrato keyboard solo, the clucking Les Paul parts, the vocals, the chords on the other guitar... all sweet.

The soundtrack of my life. With this rhythm.

I like the funky vibe. The character in this cover is amazing!🔥

Got shivers the moment Mario started to sing. Bravo!

I adore how they're having so much fun together making music. I feel like there was a lot of improvisation in this video but I might be wrong. I think this is one of the many amazing things about music, how people can share it together and have the best time.

Good God ... every performer like an immaculate conception. Amazing and wonderful!!

Man it was awesome seeing this band perform last night in LA! The energy was unmatched, can’t wait to see y’all again !!

The bass work on this track is awesome 🤩 such a badass all time classic rhythm that’s always 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Mario Jose’s voice is amazing!!!

I love the "SomebodyYYYY new" part to death.

I am yelling over here! Wow! More please! Phew! My soul felt this!

I love this so much. His voice is so incredible!

Holy potato, I wasn't expecting that. This is my new jam.

I love looking at the joy of collaboration and enthusiasm for the song lyrics on each of their faces

Love u guys, I'm addicted to this version of this song, I have never heard it so perfectly calming you are genuises

OMG /he drummer & physics. And Mario channeling Stevie vocally toward the end. A little flavor. Just perfect.

The funkiness level has reached new heights with this cover

Absolutely the best version of this song. Just smokin' ! Wish I could like it every time I watch that.

Y'all are on my liked list, I come back to this channel for the music because it reminds me of good times i've had, keep it on guys!

Lyrics At first I was afraid, I was petrified Kept thinking I could never live without you by my side But then I spent so many nights thinking how you did me wrong And I grew strong And I learned how to get along And so you're back From outer space I just walked in to find you here with that sad look upon your face I should have changed that stupid lock, I should have made you leave your key If I'd known for just one second you'd be back to bother me Go on now, go, walk out the door Just turn around now 'Cause you're not welcome anymore Weren't you the one who tried to hurt me with goodbye? You think I'd crumble? You think I'd lay down and die? Oh no, not I, I will survive Oh, as long as I know how to love, I know I'll stay alive I've got all my life to live And I've got all my love to give and I'll survive I will survive, hey, hey It took all the strength I had not to fall apart Kept trying hard to mend the pieces of my broken heart And I spent oh-so many nights just feeling sorry for myself I used to cry But now I hold my head up high and you see me Somebody new I'm not that chained-up little person still in love with you And so you felt like dropping in and just expect me to be free Now I'm saving all my lovin' for someone who's loving me Go on now, go, walk out the door Just turn around now 'Cause you're not welcome anymore Weren't you the one who tried to break me with goodbye? You think I'd crumble? You think I'd lay down and die? Oh no, not I, I will survive Oh, as long as I know how to love, I know I'll stay alive I've got all my life to live And I've got all my love to give and I'll survive I will survive Eh heheh

I love his approach to singing this song.

Holy mackerel RU-vid recommendations are getting better. This is the best arrangement of Gloria's song that I've heard! You'd make Stevie Wonder shed a tear with those glorious funky beats and stellar singing!

THIS VERSION saved me on the darkest moment I´ve ever had, back on 2020. Thank you so so sooo much. This version is my self bloom himn

This is beautiful. Thank you so much for this rendition.

The funkiness and the chill of the singer is soooooo dope!

Kia ora, sending the loving vibes to Mario and you all, for such a wonderful natural rendition of Gloria's masterpiece. So relaxed and on point! Awesome...❤💛💚ox

Wow! Scary Pockets you are amazing guys!

I can’t stop to listen you guys 😍 you are great 👏 what a talent, all the videos, musicians and singers!!

that's one of the best covers I found since... I don't know, like ever. Love it

He looks so cuddly like a teddybear and his voice is just as sweet and feels like a warm comforting hug that tells me I'm going to be ok 💕

when he hit that "somebodyy new", i guess someone in the studio was like "wouh" and they just couldn't hide it...

Brilliant beyond belief! I don't think I've ever seen a happier keyboard player in my life!!

I love when he sings in 2:06 "somebody new" you can hear in the background someone's "uuuuuuuu"

Such a cold cold voice. So smooth and fun. Thank you for this rendition guys!

You guys are soooooo good at this...all about restraint and letting the vocalist fly...love this ❤❤

I love watching this guy sing! Great sound too, lovely

The guitarist has such cool vibes around her. all of them do tbh

Siiiiiiinnnnngggg Mario! And the band? Ugh 😍😍😍 kill that bass Nick!

Can't get enough of this.