When Dave Grohl and his then-15-year-old daughter Violet took on Adele’s When We Were Young during the 2021 Hanukkah Sessions, the result was nothing short of magical. The intimate performance, recorded in their home studio, showcased Violet’s shockingly mature voice—a deep, velvety tone that carried the same emotional weight as Adele’s original.
Dave, the legendary Foo Fighters frontman, kept the arrangement beautifully simple, strumming an acoustic guitar while harmonizing softly in the background, letting Violet’s vocals shine. The chemistry between them was undeniable; every note felt personal, as if the song was a private conversation between father and daughter.
Fans were floored by Violet’s control and power, especially in the song’s soaring chorus, where her voice cracked with just the right amount of vulnerability. Social media erupted with praise, with many comparing her to a young Amy Winehouse or Adele herself. Dave, visibly proud, later shared that music had always been their “love language,” making the performance even more special.
The stripped-down, candlelit setting added to the warmth, turning the cover into a viral moment. It wasn’t just a great rendition—it was a reminder of the Grohl family’s incredible musical legacy and the unbreakable bond between a rockstar dad and his extraordinarily talented daughter.
