Shawn James – That's Life (Frank Sinatra cover)

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Filmed and recorded in studio at Grupo Area 51 in Madrid Spain while on tour March 2017.

Mixed and Mastered by Victor Valle
Filmed by Oscar Pedraza

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[bst]

Just imagine being at a campfire with this guy and his guitar, would be a once in a lifetime experience

[SonOtheNorth]

This song helped me through one of the toughest times of my life. I lost my daughter, my marriage fell apart, my wife divorced me, the relationship with my living daughter has changed, I was homeless. But this song, the Shawn James version, really helped me.

I’ve not only listened but sang this song so many times there’s no way to count. God and this song kept me going! Thank you Shawn James for giving this song some soul! It’s what I needed.

[sharoncarlson]

I like Frank Sinatra but this version of
That's Life by Shawn James hit's my heart and knocks me to my knees.
He sings this with such raw emotion.

[Raphaelrrv]

lyric by Shawn

That's life
That's what all people say
You're ridin' high in April
Shot down in May
But I know I'm gonna change that tune
When I'm back on top, back on top in June
That's life
And as funny as it may seem
Some people get their kicks
Stompin' on a dream
But I don't let it get me down
'Cause this fine old world it keeps spinnin' 'round
I've been a puppet, a pauper, a pirate
A poet, a pawn and a king
I've been up and down and over and out
And I know one thing
Each time I find myself flat on my face
I just pick myself up and get back in the race
That's life
Oh, and you know I can't deny it
Many times I thought of quitting, baby
But my heart won't buy it
And if I didn't think it was worth one single try
Well, I'd hop upon a big bird and then I'd fly
I've been a puppet, a pauper, a pirate
A poet, a pawn and a king
I've been up and down and over and out
And I know one thing
Each time I find myself flat on my face
I just pick myself up and get back in the race
That's life
Oh, and you know I can't deny it
Many times I thought of cuttin' out
But my heart won't buy it
And if there's nothing shakin' come this July
Well, I'm gonna roll myself in a little ball and die
That's life
And as funny as it may seem
Some people get their kicks
Stompin' on a dream
But I don't let it get me down
'Cause this fine old world it keeps spinnin' 'round

[marcusbird]

Played this at my rehab “graduation”. Totally forgot about it until my old buddy told me it made them wanna learn guitar and sent me this video. Youre inspiring people my guy!

[franciscovitor]

I used to listen to that when I was studying to join the army. Depressed, weak, addicted, unemployed, without any achievements in life and with many problems in family and in myself. But always with a small flame of hope deep in the heart, which never went out, even without making any heat.

This song made me look at all that degrading situation and laugh. Laughing because somehow everything would pass, that gave me that certainty.

Today there are 5 months left for me to graduate as a sergeant. Many personal achievements. Pride and personal dignity recovered. Excited about everything I can still do in life and certain that I will achieve. Out of the darkness and away from pessimism.

It's worth believing. It's worth getting out of the ground up and taking the first step towards something good.

[strainedOS]

Idk how more people havent mentioned this but Your cover is just so much more optimistic, it fills you with a want to continue on, while Sinatra's was more bleak, equally graceful and beautiful but somber and I love how it simply is

[patchworkgirl]

Wow. He can sing blues, folk, and even Sinatra. That voice is some amazing instrument.

[reganmarie]

The best Sinatra cover I've ever heard, hands down.

[Randall_D_Clark]

i'm so happy i discovered this guy damn

[kellynorris]

😊helps every day !!!! Love this version!!! James is amazing in every cover and song I’ve heard!!! Anyone else feel his deep vibe and enjoy it??? Man it’s a soul saver to have this at my fingertips! ❤

[ModestM]

So Frank Sinatra's "That's Life" was and is my favorite song. With that said, Shawn James, you sir did a beautiful job with this song. An awesome rendition. Love your voice and can't wait to hear more.

[SkywardSpork]

This was my grandads favourite song of all time. He's the reason I have any singing voice, it'll always hold a special place in my heart, because the day I went to sing for him, he'd passed away. Sad I missed that chance

[KingRusty]

Your touching peoples lives by doing something you love. not many people get to do that. appreciate the gift you have been given.

[OnceIWasBooker]

Here are Shawn's lyrics, there's some subtle differences from the original so I thought I'd make them.


That's life, that's what all the people say
You're ridin' high in April, shot down in May
But I know I'm gonna change that tune
When I'm back on top, back on top in June

That's life, and as funny as it may seem
Some people get their kicks stompin' on a dream
But I don't let em get me down
'cause this fine old world, it keeps me spinnin' round

I've been a puppet, a pauper, a pirate, a poet, a pawn and a king
I've been up and down and over and out and I know one thing
Each time I find myself flat on my face
I just pick myself up and get back in the race

That's life, oh you no i can't deny it
Many times I've thought of quitting baby, but my heart won't buy it
And if I didn't think it was worth one single try
Well I'd hop upon a big bird and then I'd fly

I've been a puppet, a pauper, a pirate, a poet, a pawn and a king
I've been up and down and over and out and I know one thing
Each time I find myself flat on my face
I just pick myself up and get back in the race

That's life, oh no I can't deny it
Many times I thought of cuttin' out but my heart won't buy it
And if there's nothin' shakin' if come this July
Well I'm gonna roll myself In a little ball and die

That's life, and as funny as it may seem
Some people get their kicks stompin' on a dream
But I don't let em get me down
'cause this fine old world, it keeps me spinnin' round.

[christopherstuefen]

This song helped me when I was in a mental health facility. Gave me strength and hope.

[samanthaverdesoto]

im not going to lie the last us us part 2 brought me to your music but its your raw talent that kept me im absolutely in love with your singing style its simply amazing

[nathanielpike]

My grandfather would approve he loved Sinatra like I love Hendrix and while I listen to this I can see him in my mind nodding and tapping along goodshit shawn👏👏👏👍👊

[ChrisCarnage-jpfc]

I always come back. Back to where i found The Legendary Shawn James. Conquering a Frank Sinatra classic in a fasion i couldn't imagine. Yet here i am again. Shawn you sir are a blessing to this world through and through. Thanks so much for sharing your gift with the world.

[knightcore]

Shawn you just know how to make your own way with these words . You’ve really hit the emotion one feels when one hears these words . The melody you’ve added to these words has bits own glory in history and will forever remain a major part of my life. God made you this way and it’s a blessing !