This duo's stunning rendition of James Taylor's classic ‘Carolina in My Mind’ is a breath of fresh air. It sounds light, flowy, and totally nostalgic. Play the video to listen to it. 

British duo Jack and Daisy sing the song in a beautiful setting. They sit on a sandy beach in the sunshine as seagulls fly behind them. Each of them plays an acoustic guitar as they take turns singing and harmonizing. They sing together in a very mellow and classy way. It’s a wonderful cover of the James Taylor classic. 

Jack and Daisy’s cover sounds less folksy and twangy than James Taylor’s version, and it’s a wholly welcome change. Their cover takes on a more melancholy tone, which seems to give more weight to the lyrics. Some of the words are:

I think I might have heard the highway call
Geese in flight and dogs that bite
And signs that might be omens say I'm going, going
Gone to Carolina in my mind

Their cover makes the lyrics shine. The singer talks about being homesick and leaving everything for Carolina, and that he’s already there in his mind. Jack and Daisy each have a sweet voice that sounds wonderful with this song and brings out the emotion of the music. 

What’s so unique about this cover is its simplicity and wistful sound. The artists don’t try to impress you; they simply and slowly sing and strum their guitars in cross-legged fashion. There are no flashy instruments or big production, and the serene setting adds to the ambiance. Though it’s a gentle sound, the artists still perform with confidence. The singing duo has truly given new life to an old song. Their version is the kind of song your mind wanders back to in quiet moments long after you hear it.