![]() ![]() I never realised this was a cover until last year. Lily Holbrook 'Step On' - The Happy Mondays I wasn't sure whether to write about it but when I heard the song playing on the radio this morning (albeit the original), it felt like a sign that it had to be shared. Softer than the original, it has a more reflective vibe and every time I hear those opening guitar riffs I'm taken back to good times. I first remember hearing and taking notice of this version when it was played in my flat in first year. This song has contains a lot of nostalgia. Tom Leach 'There She Goes' - Sixpence None The Richer The Fall’s ‘Dog is Life/Jerusalem’ from the album ‘I Am Kurious Oranj’ is a slightly more left-field post-punk cover of said anthem, complete with a disgusting (good) bassline and a slightly deranged stream of consciousness rant about dogs as the intro. Grace Dean 'Dog Is Life/Jerusalem' - The Fallīlake’s Jerusalem (properly named ‘And did those feet in ancient time.’), put to music by Hubert Parry, is the UK’s unofficial second national anthem. Its rousing lyrics depicting the return of Jesus to England could well up feelings of patriotism in even the most anti-nationalist of British citizens. Both versions are brilliant, but Amy succeeds at conveying a very different mood through exactly the same song. Not only did Amy’s version perform better in the UK charts at the time of release (peaking at two, and remaining in the top 20 for 19 weeks, compared to the original reaching nine in the charts), but Amy’s version has also had much great longevity, and has firmly been granted pop culture status. I am, of course, referring to the absolute diamond that is Amy Winehouse’s cover of ‘Valerie’, first penned by The Zutons in 2007.īoth versions are brilliant, and it can be asserted that being able to compose original material is an integral part of being a musician (we all know what people said about The Monkees.), but Amy puts her own distinct stamp on the song, and it can argued that her cover actually brought the original to a much wider audience too. This list couldn’t possibly be complete without mentioning what is potentially one of the best known covers in musical history. ![]() ![]() I think this is the perfect song for Sam Fender to cover, and I could listen all the time to how this song highlights his voice. I also love the guitar in the background, its really calming. The song fits perfectly with Sam's voice, highlighting his vocal range and soul. There are so many beautiful covers out there but it's me so I had to choose a Sam Fender song. Sometimes they're a beautiful rendition of an artist's favourite track. Love them or hate them, they'll always exist. ![]()
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