Yola Delivers Breathtaking Rendition of Elton John’s ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’ on ‘Kimmel’: Watch
Yolastopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Wednesday night (Dec. 18) to deliver a rousing performance of not one, but two songs: her own "Faraway Look" and a cover ofElton John's "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road."
Introduced by guest hostBrie Larson, Yola kicked things off with her Grammy-nominated hit from 2019's Walking Through Fire . With backing by a full band, the song sparkled with the shine of an instant classic as the British Americana singer belted out its melancholic refrain of "That faraway look in your eye/Is getting harder to disguise."
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Next, the rising star launched into a soulful rendition of John's timeless 1973 hit, the stage bathed in blue light as her voice pierced every turn of phrase. "You cannot hold me forever/ I didn't sign up with you/ I'm not a present for your friends to open/ This girl's too young to be singing/ The blues," Yola intoned as she closed her eyes with feeling.
The up-and-comer is nominated for four awards at the upcoming 2020 Grammys, including best new artist, best Americana album, best American roots performance and best American roots song.
Watch both of Yola's stunning performances below.
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