Cynthia Erivo – “Everytime You Go Away”

When you think of comedy icon John Candy descriptors like bold, blithe, and boisterous come to mind. So its a pleasant surprise to hear a cool, calm, and collected cut dedicated to his memory.

“Everytime You Go Away,” recorded by talented multi-hyphenate Cynthia Erivo for the Colin Hanks directed & Ryan Reynolds produced feature documentary John Candy: I Like Me [Oct. 10, Prime Video], is a stripped-pop celebration of life and legacy.

Originally recorded by 80’s stalwarts Hall & Oates but made famous by Paul Young, this contemporary cover applies a minimalist approach allowing for our soloist’s sublime serenade to steal listeners consideration and set itself apart as the track’s true focal point.

Her heartfelt tenderness and candor meet the emotion of the moment and should be heard as a worthy compliment to the beloved legend.

Stream below, snag a copy courtesy of Verve Label Group | Republic Records, and spread that social love: