George Michael - I Can't Make You Love Me (live) May 2026

George Michael's live performance of is widely regarded as one of his most powerful vocal achievements. Originally recorded by Bonnie Raitt, Michael's soulful rendition reached number three on the UK Singles Chart in 1997. The Iconic 1996 Performance

: The song’s theme of unrequited love resonated deeply with Michael during this period, following the loss of his partner, Anselmo Feleppa. George Michael - I Can't Make You Love Me (Live)

: Many music critics and vocal coaches cite this performance as evidence of Michael's transition from a pop idol to a master of soul and jazz-inflected adult contemporary music. George Michael's live performance of is widely regarded