Cynthia Erivo Covers “Everytime You Go Away” for John Candy Documentary
British-American singer and actress Cynthia Erivo has released an intimate rendition of the 1980s rock ballad “Everytime You Go Away,” written by Daryl Hall of Hall & Oates and made famous by Paul Young. Her version appears in the new Prime Video documentary John Candy: I Like Me, directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds.
Celebrating John Candy’s Legacy
“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.”
The documentary pays tribute to the beloved comedian through interviews with his family, friends, and collaborators, alongside rare archival footage and personal stories that reveal who John Candy truly was.
Ryan Reynolds on Cynthia Erivo’s Performance
“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, in the movie it’s supposed to be in. It somehow captured the joy, the loss, and the enduring kindness of John Candy. Cynthia delivered my favorite song, and it haunts me.”
Erivo’s heartfelt performance adds emotional resonance to the film, reflecting the humor, kindness, and humanity that defined John Candy’s career and character.
Author’s Summary
Cynthia Erivo’s soulful cover of “Everytime You Go Away” perfectly complements the emotional storytelling in John Candy: I Like Me, honoring the comedian’s warmth, humor, and enduring legacy.