Proof that you don't need to play really fast or know loads of chords or use complex time-signatures or fancy shit to sound absolutely stunning. Such a simple, stripped-back performance but still compelling and pretty magical!

Amazing to read all these comments from 3 and 4 years ago! They are so touching and real - thanks to all of you for saying what I feel in my heart when I listened to her....my brother sent this song to me as a kind of birthday present - I'm 71 and I never heard anything this sweet, this beautiful - Alynda Lee is something else and I wish her a long life full of all that a human needs and keep on singing baby, you are a gift!

WARNING: That voice will make you melt!

I came for Black Jack Davy and stayed and subscribed for St Roch Blues, big thumbs up.

When the 'mainstream' pop music is an attractively packaged s..t of Walmart quality it is amazing that some people still make this kind of music. Or... maybe it is not that surprising.

I miss New Orleans. Such an amazing, and beautiful city.

It takes a special kind of talent to make new music that sounds like it is a classic.

Man. I am late to this wonderful world of Riff Raff and I couldn't be more sorry for it.

This song is one of the most beautiful slow songs out there. I can't get enough of this song, I just love it with all my heart.

this is a river & its coming through, it doesn't need speed, as it is deep & wide 👍💖🎤🎸😎

The voice of a strong Puerto Rican woman can change the world one ear at a time.. Pa'lante

Easily in my top 3 of Hurrays

Still fuckin with this years later what a song bird 🕊️

This song makes me feel so nostalgic.

There must be somewhere in this whole world There must be somewhere in this whole world Cause I keep on trying, I keep on trying I keep on trying, I keep on trying! Bullets are flying from a young man’s hands People are dying, no one understands And I keep on crying, I keep on crying I keep on crying, I keep on crying Baby, please don't go Down in New Orleans Cause you don't know The things that I've seen Them bullets are flying Bullets are flying Bullets are flying Bullets are flying Got the St. Roch Blues Down in my soul I've seen so many Of my good friends go And it won't be long It won't be long It won't be long It won't be long Till I go

I'm 23 years old raised on classic music this is so refreshing and amazing glad I found her

Awesome video! We included it in our 2014 New Orleans Jazz Fest Artists playlist!

When I grow up I want to be this kind of music.

this song still gets to straight to the core of me every time I hear it

I just love this song. it is simply addicting.

NPR Latino Usa introduced me to their music! absolutely love it

Phenominal! I am thankful for Hooray For the Riff Raff.

So glad I found this. Thanks for sharing.

I love this song

I raise my glass to you, as long as it is in the St. Roch Tavern or Saturn Bar. I miss living and loving in New Orleans.

as sincere as music gets

Beautyfull song

Seen live in Dublin end of August 2022. An amazing gig!

There is soul and then there is soul... This young lady has done a lot more than just sing a song with this video.... she gives us a glimpse of her soul and it is special.... I must see her live..... Jerry Dupas (ex St. Roch Park)

This is absolutely wonderful. I keep hitting replay... and replay... and replay :)

Love Alynda Lee Sagara!!!

Glad I stumbled upon this beautiful piece of art by a group of beautiful musicians. This reminds me of my grandmothers

Saw them open for City and Colour this weekend and I absolutely loved them. Her voice is so beautiful and inspiring.

She Has Such A Natural Sound!

this is magic

Ooh I absolutely love this music. Sigh...They had me at the very first note. I can't get enough of them. I found them like I find a lot of my music, through Rolling Stone magazine. They have a music review section and I can't wait to get to that section every time I get my new issue to check out music I haven't heard before. And this is one band I immediately fell in love with. I also find music from the 'suggestions' on the side bar that comes up; I allow myself to get curious and keep digging find music I haven't heard before. Free your mind..

beautiful, tender, life flavored

This song is lovable and I'm loving it so much. Thank you Hurrat and thank you again.

A thing of great beauty. Sparse, pure...Bravo!

Last time I saw them was at the always lounge in Nola I dont remember how long ago! Stoked to see them get the recognition they deserve!

Every very rare now and then, a group of musicians will sit together in a planned session just wanting to make some music, perhaps for a video or a CD, and something just clicks. This would seem to be one of those very rare now and thens. "Bet you can't do that twice" would be a winner. Thanks for sharing this very special very rare "now and then". Watch the pianist at 5:34 ... He knows.

Beautiful music to be played outdoors on my deck in a late summer night having a glass of wine or a pint. So relaxing, low key and a different blues sound. Thank Aly :)

I absolutely am in love with Hurray for the Riff Raff.

This song and video are absolutely beautiful.

Tears in my eyes the whole time... Thanks

Speaks to my soul. Amazing, raw talent. Outstanding tune!!!

Lead singer Alynda Segarra released a statement via Facebook on the song's meaning: "Hello friends, Sam Doores and I wrote this song in honor of a neighborhood called "St Roch" back in New Orleans, and for some friends who left this world too soon. But we also like to think of it as a prayer: for the city of new orleans, for those feeling desperate and down, for you and I to live together in peace. I hope it brings you comfort and strength. thank you for listening to our prayer. - Alynda" www.noladefender.com/content/hurray-riff-raff-releases-st-roch-blues-video

I fell in love with this song a couple a years ago and every song that Alynda sings.Such a beautiful voice.Keep growing and expanding.Thank You for the songs.

Still here from first time I heard in 2017 from a itunes radio station.

What a great sound. Hometown heroes is a great record.

So sublime... Can't get no better than this.

This is one of my favorite videos ever.

beautiful, tender, innocence flavoured.

I've seen so many of my good friends go, I loved them all, and I remember them when I listen to this song x

Beyond beautiful!

this is wonder-full of soul!

If you have not checked out Hurray for the Riff Raff's appearance on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert....please do!!....just wonderful!!

outstanding talents...simple...eloquent...all Riff Raff songs and vids. so impressive...so real.

love their other stuff too, love them!!!!

Stunning..just stunning

Absolutely enthralling piece of music by a wonderful songwriter and her outfit!

Perfectly beautiful voice from a perfectly beautiful young lady

SHES THE BEAUTIFUL HUMAN BEING ON EARTH

WOW. BRILLIANT ... can't stop listening. See you at Treefort in March.

oh so lovely

wow....now this is music

A chill goes right thru me.

Wonderful!

Wow. Just Wow

Awesome! sounds wonderful.

Such a wonderful song. Can't wait for the new album!

if you listen to this music closely you will find out that its the soundtrack that will heal US after the 2020 election

AMAZING!!!!

Beautiful, great feeling, amazing arrangement!

Her voice is amazing!

I had no idea the history behind Puerto Rico as far as America went until I listened to the Cool People who did cool stuff" podcast recently. And I have to say I'm ashamed to have been as ignorant of the crimes of my ancestors.

going forward long ago, also remember when this video had one view raw talent is the best

I really like this band. I enjoy the mix of soul, R&B and everything. Great vocals and instruments. Transcendent. Looking forward to getting the new CD.

wow, just great!!!

Beautiful just beautiful

One word sums this up = WOW!

Absolutely striking. Thank you.

Awesome!

such a great version of this song

Awesome song! I was at that second line!

It's not a song. It's a prayer.

so beautiful. alchemic really

Love, love love this!

Saw them live! They're great!!

Nice. Very Jarmuschish! Somebody on that project dug 'Down By Law'.

Hurray For The Riff Raff's first few albums will be a tough act to follow IMHO; but if this video is any indication, they're about to take it to the next level with the new album. Can hardly wait!

man she is beautiful

So lovely!

Gorgeous.

I NEEDED THIS YALL...EVERLASTING APPRECIATION AND GRATITUDE!!!! THIS ROLLED OVER ME N SOOTHED SOME WAKING DEMONS LIKE HONEY OVER A SEVER ITCH...THANK YOU!

oh man, this is such a beautiful tribute. miss you guys. miss this. xoxo

Beautiful.

simply brilliant. bravo

Beautiful