I love Etta James — I’ve been a big fan for a long time, so I’m saddened to hear of her passing today at the age of 73. She had myriad “demons”, as they say, and was plagued by health issues, but in spite of all that, was an amazing artist and a gift to my musical education.
I could go on and on about her — but it’s all been said. Instead, I’ll leave you with this piss-poor tribute: a terrible, occasionally pitchy recording of me singing “At Last” after 3 vodka cocktails in 2007, courtesy of Daniel.
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Girl, you can sing! That’s a hard song to carry and you do it well. But I bet Etta would hate you covering it based on how she reacted to Beyonce singing it for the Obamas.
I kid. She is one of my all time favorites. May she rest in peace.
Thanks!
I loves to sing. Usually better. haha! Etta was definitely cantankerous — I sort of love that about her. RIP Etta!
I love your voice. I meeeeesed it. <3
muchas gracias.
we need another karaoke extravaganza. Mostly so we can hear mikey do Bon Jovi again. Or was it Def Leppard?
Your voice! Oh. My. Worrrrrd, woman! STUNNINGLY done. I’m breathless. You’re a class act, hon.
I love Etta too. What a loss…
Thanks, Red! You’re way too kind.
You’re so amazing. I’m grinning ear to ear listening to you sing.
Thanks, Kymberlie! You’re such a doll.
Bravo!!
Thanks, Jennifer!
I remember that night! GOOD times… I miss you girl, and yes you sang that song beautifully. If only I had recorded it with 2011 tech!
Good times. I miss you, too. You worked with what you had, dude. That was hi-tech then! haha!
I knew you could sing, but I’ve never heard you sing. When I played this Wil said WHO IS THAT? Holy crap, girl. I wish I had a pinky full of your talent.
Aw, thanks!
We’ll have to get our karaoke on sometime.
Ah yes. There’s that fabulous voice I remember so well from the “good ole days” at Charcoal House. Damn, you’re good.
Sandra! Hi!
And thanks. That’s so kind. Hope you’re doing well, you look amazing!
All I can say is RAWR!!
Thanks, Chari!
Good golly……how awesome are YOU!!! Wowsers, really, Joelle…..I think you’d have made Etta smile had she ever heard your rendition