British comedy is unlike anything else; mix it with intense vocal ranges, and now you have a sonic world unlike any other. Peter Kay and Susan Boyle, in 2011, joined to make the perfect comedic combination, ensuring heartfelt music along the way. From Boyle’s signature vocals to Kay’s humorous intonations, it was absolutely brilliant!
Susan Boyle is known for her stunning voice—her Britain’s Got Talent debut already ensured we know her capabilities of enstilling a song with emotional weight. Peter Kay was in his alter ego, Geraldine McQueen, bringing out signature humor and elevating the performance further.
Peter Kay & Susan Boyle – I Know Him So Well
Performed first in 1984 for Chess (the musical), I Know Him So Well was written by the magic-trio, Tim Rice, Benny Andersson, and Bjorn Ulvaeus, reflecting the story of two women discussing having had relationships with the same man and yet never knowing him: It was a big hit when recorded by Elaine Paige and Barbara Dickinson, topping the 1985 UK charts.
The lyrics are bittersweet, and has since been covered countless times owing to its soft-hearted and slightly humorous nature; this nature is perfectly explored by Kay and Boyle, and how could Kay not, with his alter-ego McQueen having lit up thousands of stages before!
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The performance was for an excellent cause as well, raising funds to combat poverty and helping vulnerable people; Red Nose Day saw Boyle’s vocal presence mixed with Kay’s comedic timing, and created a moment that was touching and uplifting.
For more unforgettable collaborations and charity performances, follow Susan Boyle and Peter Kay on social media—you never know what magic they’ll create next!