Cynthia Erivo Covers "Everytime You Go Away" for John Candy Documentary
Cynthia Erivo has released a stripped-down version of "Everytime You Go Away," the ’80s rock ballad originally written by Hall & Oates’ Daryl Hall and popularized by British singer Paul Young. Erivo’s cover is featured in the Prime Video documentary John Candy: I Like Me, directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds.
Erivo on the Song and John Candy
“John Candy brought so much joy to people’s lives, and it’s an honor to celebrate his legacy through this song. ‘Everytime You Go Away’ is one of my favorites and carries such tenderness. I hope my version captures even a fraction of the warmth he gave the world.”
About the Documentary
John Candy: I Like Me includes interviews with friends, family, and colleagues who share personal stories revealing who John Candy truly was. It also features never-before-seen archival footage, photos, and past interviews with Candy himself.
Producer Ryan Reynolds on Erivo’s Contribution
“Cynthia Erivo is a once-in-a-generation talent. I called and asked her, bluntly, if she’d do the song. She doesn’t just sing, she feels it in every note. It’s the song it’s supposed to be. And it’s in the movie it’s supposed to be in. It somehow captured the joy and the loss and the enduring kindness of John Candy. Cynthia delivered my favorite song, and it haunts me."
Erivo’s heartfelt rendition complements the documentary’s emotional tribute, enriching the story of John Candy’s enduring kindness and legacy.
Summary: Cynthia Erivo’s heartfelt cover of “Everytime You Go Away” adds powerful emotion to the John Candy documentary, honoring the actor’s joyful spirit and enduring kindness.
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