Franky, I'm not sure anyone does them better than the originals but it is interesting to hear others interpretations and I enjoy it occasionally. Also, IMO some songs sound great by female vocalists. Certainly, a fresh take can be refreshing.
Beatles covers: better than originals?
Anybody know any artist cover performances of Beatles tunes that are better than the originals?
Most covers of Beatles tunes fall way short compared to the originals, in my opinion.
I can't think of too many that stand out in my mind.
On American Idol, during the two Beatles weeks recently, two performances stood out that I recall: "Let It Be" by Brooke White was very heartfelt and right on and "The Long and Winding Road" by the young 17 year old kid (David ???) was as good as anything I've ever heard. Watch that kid...he is extremely talented....when he is on, he is right up there with the best!
Most covers of Beatles tunes fall way short compared to the originals, in my opinion.
I can't think of too many that stand out in my mind.
On American Idol, during the two Beatles weeks recently, two performances stood out that I recall: "Let It Be" by Brooke White was very heartfelt and right on and "The Long and Winding Road" by the young 17 year old kid (David ???) was as good as anything I've ever heard. Watch that kid...he is extremely talented....when he is on, he is right up there with the best!
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Elton's Lucy in the Sky better than the original?Audiofeil- "Better" is subject to opinion. If you read my post the first sentence was "Here are a few I like:". No insinuation of which was better. Even though that was the OP question, I don't feel throwing in a few I like is too far off topic. |
I LOVE Shirley Bassey's cover of "Something" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmjwFYWNlO0 Honorable mention: I think the Grateful Dead did a good job covering Beatles tunes. |
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