Courtney Hadwin has once again proven she’s not just a powerhouse performer—she’s a storyteller.
With just a guitar in her hands and emotion in her voice, the America’s Got Talent alum stripped down Jessie Murph’s “How Could You” in a raw acoustic cover that left fans reeling.
Watch her cover below
Her voice sounded like silk—smooth, soft, and haunting. But underneath that sweetness was a storm. As she moved through the lyrics, Courtney didn’t just sing the pain—she became it.
From the very first verse, she warned listeners with her quiet control before breaking hearts open with a soul-ripping chorus. It wasn’t loud. It wasn’t flashy. It was pure feeling.
One viewer called it “more breathtaking than the original,” while others said her voice felt like a warm velvet curtain slowly being pulled back to reveal a wound. It’s not easy to take a song so personal to someone else and make it your own. But that’s exactly what Courtney did.
With each strum and every aching line, she created something that felt less like a cover and more like a confession. Fans are already begging for an official version and after watching this, it’s not hard to see why.
What to Know About Jessie Murph’s “How Could You”
“How Could You” is the latest emotional release from 18-year-old rising star Jessie Murph. The song dropped on a Friday and immediately became a fan favorite, with many calling it a “big obsession” for how real and gripping it felt.
Written after a traumatic personal experience, Jessie called this track her most vulnerable release yet. “This song is what making music is all about,” she shared. “Writing and releasing it has been incredibly therapeutic, and seeing how others relate to it has been the greatest gift.”
The original version of “How Could You” is powerful and haunting, with Jessie’s voice cutting through heavy production to share a story of betrayal, loss, and healing. Her honesty hit home for thousands, turning the song into a safe space for anyone dealing with pain.
Courtney Hadwin’s stripped-down version took that emotion and shined a light on it from a different angle – softer, slower, and maybe even sadder. With no backup band or heavy effects, just her guitar and heart, she reminded us what music is really about: connection.
