Michael Bublé has a talent for making classic songs his own. He took on one of the biggest challenges in cover-music; “Feeling Good”. And delivered a performance that really stood out. Covering a song made famous by musical legends is no easy task. It takes skill, confidence, and a deep respect for the original. Michael Bublé rises to the challenge and delivers a performance that proves he’s more than capable.
Immediately in this live performance, he is electric, with his deep and rich instrumentation building tension, then Buble’s unmistakable voice cuts through with velvety smoothness. There is drama swelling, and the orchestra is slow-building, with the climax belted out: ‘It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day, it’s a new life… for me,’ the song is delivered with the passion it deserves.
Michael Bublé – Feeling Good (Live from Tour Stop 148)
Written for the 1964 musical The Roar of the Greasepaint—The Smell of the Crowd, the song found new life when jazz legend Nina Simone recorded a version in 1965. The song has since been covered by many, but Buble (who first recorded his for 2005’s album It’s Time) has his stand out with cinematic big-band flair.
The song is all about fresh starts: ‘I’m feeling good’ is a declaration of a new chapter with utmost confidence, and that confidence is delivered perfectly by Buble, who delivers a performance that feels nostalgic, but maintains freshness. Listen to Buble’s Sway to get another taste of what he has in store:
Michael Bublé – Sway (Official Lyric Video)
This live version highlights that Buble is one of our best life performers, and can command the stage with unmatched ability. His combination is one of powerful vocals with soaring orchestral arrangements, where his stage presence shines to make this moment altogether unforgettable.
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