Simple Man - Lynyrd Skynyrd (Acoustic Cover by Sierra Eagleson) 

I don't have a lot of time left on this ship we call Earth. But today, just this moment, I came to realize that these lyrics describe my heart, for my criminal son,,,,whom I love,,,,but is lost and is dying and alone on the ship of un-simple men! Thanks for the tearful moment.

"You can't love music without loving silence because silence is the canvas upon which musicians paint their work."

the best cover version there is. all the others are screaming. this calm singing is like an arrow straight to the heart.

Absolutely beautiful, again. I’m baby sitting my newest grandson and at 63 I hope I live long enough to see him become a simple man. Thank you again.

Beyond the beauty of her voice... There's something deeply Authentic and irresistible about this performance Genuingly gifted and talented Artist

I lost my best friend of 50 years on 4-19-22. His wish was for my daughter to sing this for him at his funeral. I think this version is the best I have found. Thank you for the strong emotional feeling from an age old song that will live for ever in all out hearts. RIP Mondo Man

This song reminds me of my father. He died when I was 15. I’m now 18 and see him every time I look in the mirror. He would be proud to see his little boy growing up. Man, three years without him is starting to feel like more... This cover would have made him happy, and it made me cry. You have an amazing voice, thank you for making this cover.

I know this is 4 years old, but in a world of Cardi B, Nikki Minaj, Ariana Grande, we need more of this. Her vocal skills alone would put them to shame, not to mention the instrumentation

While my brother was dieing, I was looking for the song simple man lynard skynard, as far as I can ever remember he was always listening to simple man I cam across your version it just sounded so beautiful to me, I played it to him tears rolled down his face he said she sings it beautiful. I listen to you often, reminds how much I love and miss him

Mama told me when I was young Come sit beside me my only son And listen closely to what I say And if you do this it'll help you Some sunny day oh yeah Oh take your time don't live too fast Troubles will come and they will pass Go find a woman yeah and you'll find love And don't forget son there is someone up above And be a simple kind of man Oh be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh won't you do this for me son if you can Forget your lust for the rich man's gold All that you need is in your soul And you can do this oh babe if you try All that I want for you my son is to be satisfied And be a simple kind of man Oh be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh won't you do this for me son if you can Oh yes I will Oh don't you worry you'll find yourself Follow your heart and nothing else And you can do this oh babe if you try All that I want for you my son is to be satisfied And be a simple kind of man Oh be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh won't you do this for me son if you can And baby be a simple real simple man Oh be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man

Lyrics : Mama told me when I was young Come sit beside me my only son And listen closely to what I say And if you do this it'll help you Some sunny day oh yeah Oh take your time don't live too fast Troubles will come and they will pass Go find a woman yeah and you'll find love And don't forget son there is someone up above And be a simple kind of man Oh be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh won't you do this for me son if you can Forget your lust for the rich man's gold All that you need is in your soul And you can do this oh babe if you try All that I want for you my son is to be satisfied And be a simple kind of man Oh be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh won't you do this for me son if you can Oh yes I will Oh don't you worry you'll find yourself Follow your heart and nothing else And you can do this oh babe if you try All that I want for you my son is to be satisfied And be a simple kind of man Oh be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh won't you do this for me son if you can And baby be a simple real simple man Oh be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man

Best female cover of an iconic song ever.

It saddens me that talented people like you don't get the recognition they deserve. Thank you for sharing your gift with the rest of us. Wish you the best.

This version gives me chills. One of the good memories I have with my mom is she used to play this for me. I miss the old her so much.

RU-vid helped me realize that there are still great artists out there. I don't even listen to the radio anymore, I just stream covers. Love new clean voices like this.

Of course, Yes, I seen this on Mayans M.C. This brings back memories of Sons of Anarchy and all of the amazing music it had also.

My son chose this version for our mother/son dance at his wedding. Love it.

You gave me chills, my son recently won his battle with addiction. We've mended our fences and he's my little boy again, the boy I loved throughout, who I always knew was deep inside him and who I never gave up on. Thank you for this you have no idea how much your song has helped us both heal.

This version almost sounds like the mother singing the story to the son! Flipping amazing

My grandma used to play this song all the time with me and my dad and she died just two weeks ago and we played this song at her funeral. I was scrolling through RU-vid and came across this beautiful cover and it made me cry. Your beautiful voice and this song together is magic I now see why she loved this song so much. Thank you :)

That voice. Combined with these lyrics I'm in here chopping onions. I also feel like it needs to be said. The changes in focus in the video really add a lot to the dreamlike quality of the performance itself.

Every time I hear her version of simple man it’s more beautiful than the last, she sings with so much emotion so smoothly..it’s beautiful

This is the kind of song that gets covered over and over again, and though I feel there will never be a better version than the original, this, without a doubt, is it's equal. Well done.

I’ve got one boy. He’s grown now and man is he handsome. He’s got jet black hair, brown eyes and eye lashes a mile long, he’s tall and slender, has beautiful bone structure. He’s the definition of tall, dark and handsome. He’s gentle, he’s simple and he’s kind. He can light up an entire room when he walks in. Everyone loves him. He’s mine.. he’s my baby boy. I used to sing this song to him while he was growing up. I hope he finds the beautiful princess he deserves. Love you to the ends of the earth and back to infinity and beyond, Jacob 💕

man, her voice is incredible, so clear, you can hear the story in the song so well

This is SUCH an extremely incredible song. the lyrics are spot on with the feeling of this singer. This is my first time hearing if this group and and songs... I'm very impressed and can't wait to here more

This mine and my son's son song he's my only child. That has endured alot in his life. Your version. Is absolutely the most beautiful I have ever heard. Your voice is like an angel singing. T.y Lisa Henderson. Wow

This old woman approves of this cover. Good job Sweetie.

67 years of listening to a lot of performers. You have got it!!!!!!! Love everything about your music!

Simple Man is that one song for me that I can call my favorite, my soul literally vibes with it. And this young ladies version is absolutely amazing. She got down, so grateful I found it.

Your voice is so beautiful. Brought tears to my eyes, & I'm not much of a cryer. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent. Blessings to all.

I too found this cover courtesy of Mayans MC. Brilliant stuff.

Well done. Your vocals has gr8 tonation your melody on point. How you tell the story. Is emotional in points of areas were the song is express. ..u have preformed that piece in elgance then most. . Thank you. For sharing your talant 😊😊😊😊😊

I am enjoying your music often. Thank You Sierra!!!

Dear Sierra, after hearing your version of this song, I was deeply moved. You have taken a song that was beloved in my youth and converted it into something ethereal, made it into something that is so beautiful it just brings tears to my eyes. When I first listened to it maked me think about my live and it has caused me to reevaluate everything about it. Thank you for the gift. I am sharing this song liberally with all my friends and hope they find a similar benefit. Bless you…

Sierra , i am not sure if you ever read these ..but your music , your voice has given me great comfort during these uncertain times . Thank you from the bottom of my heart - Steve

And she is only eleven here. Now she is fourteen, and still singing. Proud grandmother here!

My son has passed. 10 m now. Bubba mama misses you. Happy 34th Birthday Put the guns down praying for peace. 21 days of. Peace in mn. God bless all.

This is so beautiful....I remember my granny telling me this before she passed as I was adopted by her...this song chokes me up but now i have beautiful tears..... Thank you for this song....❤️

Played the original for my son at eighteen years of age. Told him to take the words to heart. He has done and is a good man. Of course he had to find an updated version, one of which was done by Shinedown. I like this cover myself. ❤

I've been scouring the internet far and wide for a proper cover of this song to play at my wedding for my mother and I to dance to. This version gave me chills! I'd love to use it with your permission.

Wow this song speaks volumes! Speaks to the heart of man to know what Agape love for marriage, family and just plane living daily. Not taking on the many cares of this world and living each day to the fullest. To stay humble with a heart ❤ of God to appreciate his gift which is life. Hallelujah! Amen!

I played this song for my son after he was born in 1989. He was laying in my arms pulling my finger. I remember his expressions.

My son played this at his wedding for our dance, makes me tear up every time I hear it!

You need to know that your voice is angelic. My dad passed away in 2016 and I grew up listening to this song and many others, but this one the most. And your version made me cry harder than the original. I don’t let my emotions out much, but I needed this. Thanks you and never stop sharing your voice with the world - you are incredibly talented and you truly have touched my heart ♥️

My son is away at Bootcamp for the Marine Corps. I wrote out the lyrics to this song and sent it to him a letter. It’s every bit of advice I would give him to set him up for success at Life. 💕🇺🇸🙏

51 year old Southern boy just found You.... Thank u young Lady... I love your interpretation of this classic song... Beautiful

Wow, this really is nourishment for the soul. Incredible version of a great song.

I genuinely prefer this over the original, the whole atmosphere just feels more right for the lyrics. I keep coming back to this over and over, absolutely lovely.

My mom passed away and listening to this reminds me of what she would say to me and gives me peace so thank you Sierra. You have the voice of an angel.

This cover is what my brother and my mom danced to at his wedding for their mother/son dance. It was perfect. Your voice is like no other.

It's about time others bring their voices and sensibility to this beautiful song. Thank you.

I love your version of the song. My dad passed away 2 years ago and this song is just a guide to life. He keeps reminding me of my father and the values ​​he gave me. You can just feel this song in your heart and it has so much wisdom. Great cover. I often hear your version while driving and get lost in thought. When I first heard it from you, it brought tears to my eyes.

Awesome Young Lady. I have 2 Son's. I always said this is my Song to them. If I went to be with the Good Lord. I'd have this song by friends play and now a woman to sing it. Thank you Gid Bless you and yours 💙🤎💙🕊💯🎵🎼🎶😎

so beautiful, I always dedicate this song to my son and sang to him at nights too sleep.Now 15 he understands and appreciates what Iam asking, and your version is amazing. He will be leaving me in 3 yrs for the Army and I will make sure this version goes with him..Ty

i actually cried at work hearing this, it brought out my soul

My son learned to play guitar at 9 his guitar teacher told me when he was 11 there's was nothing more he could teach him. He's just a natural. I love him so dearly. He plays this for me all the time. I recently stumbled upon the cover she did of in the air tonight and was wildly impressed....now I find this just must be my 🎵 musical lucky day. Sharing with him immediately. I hope he knows that even when he lives outside the guidelines of the song lyrics I will simply still love him. And I wasn't a simple person to live with. His diebetes has put him into a place where it's not so simple to simply live, it isn't for any of us...like the song says troubles will come and they will pass. I think he feels like they will never pass. I don't know how it feels to have a daily illness that needs constant attention and I feel for him so much. This song brings me to my knees. I'm so afraid to lose him.

Only listen to this version. Love this cover.. play it every single day. 1❤️❤️❤️ times over And over again..

Simply woman, love your voice, your art, just LOVE YOU the whole thing! - Keep doing what you are great at, and do not EVER listen to any negative vibes. YES YOU CAN! You can be the best in your field! Anytime, just go and get it!

This is one of my favorite songs of all time and you are amazing and this is such a deep and meaningful song and brings back so many good memories growing up at home, my mother when she was alive always taught us kids well and I'll forever be grateful to her.

"Is gonna come" that little step down run. So CHURCH

I am old enough to have heard all kinds of great music when it was performed. Listen to my old stereo nearly every day......... I love the sound of great music and know its roots. Sierra is one of the best ever........ I love her music and sound.

God that was beautiful. My mother was recently diagnosis with cancer and although I've been trying to remain strong. There are times like now I just broke into tears because the thought of losing her hurts really bad. So, thank you I needed this to break what I've been keeping out. God bless you.

Drinking a jar of whiskey for you, Steve, Riz, & Coco!!! 🥃 😭

Thank you sister ❣️ I'm so lost n LONLEY ! Why me lord ? Tears from heaven 😪

this song alwYs make my day complete

My son is 15. We've been separated by divorce. I sent him this version of Simple Man. I know I won't have the chance to talk to him the way I want. Your voice conveys the emotion and love that I so desperately want to give to him in person. I know that time will tell if he heard what I was trying to say. Thank you for sharing your beautiful voice with the world. To this mom, you shared a piece of your heart not just your voice. Many Blessings

Great job, music is medicine for my soul, thank you so much

Reminds me of my dad when he would play music to go to bed when i was a little boy so beautiful i ball every time i hear this by sierra such a beautiful voice i love everything about her version of this song. Thank you sierra you bring my father back for just that beautiful moment. Thank you so much.

I just wanna say I listened to this shortly after giving birth and I play it almost everytime my daughter has to sleep, works everytime. It's a beautiful song.

What an absolutely beautiful cover of this song. Maybe the sweetest I've ever heard. Tears run down my face as I listen. Went to high school with Steve & Cassie. Both beautiful and extremely talented humans. Hearing your beautiful version brings back many wonderful memories and reminds me how blessed I am to have known them. Thank you.

Absolutely breathtaking , you made it your own girl. Cheers from a little friend in Newfoundland Canada. We need more light in world.

Damn, Sierra.... its been so many years now and still u are about the only one who can touch ny heart. I do fkng wish I could watch u here in Brazil Love yah ❤

I love the intimacy of this cover. You have a wonderful voice.🥰

Never listened to your cover in my life. I love to sing and i felt every bit of your soul when I sang this note fore note. You are wonderful. Thank you for existing

Beautiful rendition of thus classic South Rock song

I discovered your voice around 0600 hours and quickly came to the conclusion that I wouldn't be able to get any work done listening to you because I'd just be sitting here grooving and enjoying listening to you. Thank you.

Mama told me when I was young "Come sit beside me, my only son And listen closely to what I say And if you do this it'll help you some sunny day" "Oh, take your time, don't live too fast Troubles will come and they will pass You'll find a woman and you'll find love And don't forget, son, there is someone up above" "And be a simple kind of man Oh, be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh, won't you do this for me, son, if you can" "Forget your lust for the rich man's gold All that you need is in your soul And you can do this, oh baby, if you try All that I want for you, my son, is to be satisfied" "And be a simple kind of man Oh, be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh, won't you do this for me, son, if you can" Oh yes, I will "Boy, don't you worry, you'll find yourself Follow your heart and nothing else And you can do this, oh baby, if you try All that I want for you, my son, is to be satisfied" "And be a simple kind of man Oh, be something you love and understand Baby be a simple kind of man Oh, won't you do this for me, son, if you can" Baby, be a simple, really simple man Oh, be something you love and understand Baby, be a simple, kind of simple man

I have surfed RU-vid for years, and I don't understand why I've never encountered one of your links. I've listened to several now and I carried your music in my head for days afterward. How are you not famous?

I love to read the beautiful, personal stories and sorrows in the comments, by people moved by this song.

This song touches me lost my brother and his song was simple Man by Lynyrd Skynyrd but I love the way you sing it and I cry but also you are very amazing I keep listening to it wishing he was here cuz that's all I had left God bless you sweetheart keep up the singing cuz it sounds better than Lynyrd Skynyrd

I'm an old hippie from Detroit now living in Nashville. It's hard for me to find great music these days like it was back than. You've done a great job. I'll be watching to see what else you do. 👍✌🤘

SIMPLY PUT.....I can't wait to hear your next song! Please don't ever give up on your passion! you are truly a diamond in the rough! keep it up and all you'll have to do is look up to the night sky to see your place!

Time to leave Colorado and move back to Virginia. Thank you God for all the good memories, 17 years went by so quickly. My goodness.

A loss of words is like a loss of a child u can't see anymore. I can't remember his voice I want my son and his father to know I love them w all my heart. A mother's request

If Mayans MC brought you here, thumbs up brothers

Cette chanson me donne toujours des frissons... Magnifique interprétation🥰

Be a simple kind of man son . I love you. ❤

Mayans MC bring me here ... and I'm very happy for that !!! What a cover !!!!

Her music is soul moving! ❤

my mom dedicated this to her sons, and after reading the comments.. what a good idea for a mom & son dance at a wedding

I just watched your Going to California cover and was hooked. Now I’m watching this and that’s two lumps in throat today. I must be getting soft in my old age… but that was extraordinary

am listening to this under the covers , mama & pops think I am asleep , it is my birthday tomorrow, I will be 11 years old ❤

Simple man has always been my favourite song. It just does something for me and you do it so much justice with this version; bravo.

this song and this version touch my soul, congratulations!

This song reminds me of a hard time in my life and very loved ones. Thank you for doing it such justice. This is absolutely tear drop beautiful. ❤❤❤❤

Thank you for your beautiful voice. I've been listening to your music all day, to wash away the ugly of our current world. Thank you, and keep pushing forward.

RIP to all the fallen brothers in the Mayan Nation.

When I was younger. In the 60's and 70's many people thought "girls" couldn't play guitar. You just proved them wrong!

Do you know how good you are gifted babe if things ever seem hard pray for the fight to bring you close to the ones he wants you to fight with you your song so beautiful