Some performances feel less like concerts and more like timeless moments in music history. One such collaboration is Keith Richards and Norah Jones coming together to perform the classic ballad “Love Hurts.”
Originally written by Boudleaux Bryant and made famous by The Everly Brothers before Nazareth turned it into a rock anthem, the song has lived through generations. Its haunting lyrics and aching melody have always carried universal meaning—but when Keith Richards and Norah Jones interpret it, the song takes on an entirely new life.
Keith Richards, the legendary Rolling Stones guitarist, brings raw grit, experience, and soul to the performance. His weathered voice and understated playing remind us why he remains one of rock’s most enduring figures. Standing alongside him, Norah Jones adds warmth and emotional depth with her smooth, smoky vocals. Known for blending jazz, soul, and folk influences, she complements Richards in a way that feels both unexpected and natural.
What makes their duet so captivating is the balance between vulnerability and strength. Richards delivers the song with a kind of lived-in pain, while Jones softens it with elegance and tenderness. Together, they strip the track down to its emotional core, creating a version that feels deeply human.
Great collaborations happen when artists from different worlds find common ground—and this performance is a perfect example. Richards represents the grit of rock ’n’ roll; Jones embodies the grace of jazz-infused pop. Yet, in Love Hurts, their voices intertwine to tell the same story: that love is beautiful, powerful, and sometimes devastating.
For fans of both artists, this duet is a reminder of music’s unique ability to bridge styles, eras, and emotions. It proves that even decades after its first recording, Love Hurts continues to strike a chord with new generations when interpreted by artists who live and breathe authenticity.
