Top 20 Songs You Didn't Know Were Covers
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Date: 2024-08-27
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upfrontbear74
I Found Someone - Cher, original by Laura Brannigan, also covered by Co-Writer Michael Bolton & by Co-Writer Mark Mangold & his band Touch.
Micky - Toni Basil, Original by Racey (called Kitty)
Heart -Alone, Original by I-Ten (writers Billy Steinberg & Tom Kelly.
Tide Is High - Blonde, Original by The Paragons.
No More 'I Love You's by Anne Lennox, Original by The Lover Speaks.
Red Red Wine - UB40, Original by Neil Diamond.
Venus - Bananarama, Original by Shocking Blue.
Who's Leaving Who by Hazell Dean, Original by Anne Murray.
Caravan Of Love by The Housemartins, Original by Isley - Jasper - Isley.
Weak in the Presence of Beauty by Alison Moyet, Original by Floy Joy to name but some.
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I Found Someone - Cher, original by Laura Brannigan, also covered by Co-Writer Michael Bolton & by Co-Writer Mark Mangold & his band Touch.
Micky - Toni Basil, Original by Racey (called Kitty)
Heart -Alone, Original by I-Ten (writers Billy Steinberg & Tom Kelly.
Tide Is High - Blonde, Original by The Paragons.
No More 'I Love You's by Anne Lennox, Original by The Lover Speaks.
Red Red Wine - UB40, Original by Neil Diamond.
Venus - Bananarama, Original by Shocking Blue.
Who's Leaving Who by Hazell Dean, Original by Anne Murray.
Caravan Of Love by The Housemartins, Original by Isley - Jasper - Isley.
Weak in the Presence of Beauty by Alison Moyet, Original by Floy Joy to name but some.
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PhoenixNorthstar
I'm surprised Sympathy for the Devil isn't on here, as the original by the Rolling Stones has been covered by many bands over the nearly 60 years since it's original release, most notably Guns n' Roses (used in Interview with a Vampire, Motorhead, and Jane's Addiction (used in Sons of Anarchy.
On a recent cover, last year Bowling for Soup released a cover of Hey Mario by Patent Pending.
On a final note, while it doesn't really fit with this list I always loved the Rock and Roll medley from Meatloaf's Hits out of Hell Album and the Meatloaf Live album, which is more than 8 minutes of Meatloaf doing a cover medley of all of Elvis Presley's greatest hits.
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I'm surprised Sympathy for the Devil isn't on here, as the original by the Rolling Stones has been covered by many bands over the nearly 60 years since it's original release, most notably Guns n' Roses (used in Interview with a Vampire, Motorhead, and Jane's Addiction (used in Sons of Anarchy.
On a recent cover, last year Bowling for Soup released a cover of Hey Mario by Patent Pending.
On a final note, while it doesn't really fit with this list I always loved the Rock and Roll medley from Meatloaf's Hits out of Hell Album and the Meatloaf Live album, which is more than 8 minutes of Meatloaf doing a cover medley of all of Elvis Presley's greatest hits.
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thethirdrail8397
I have been looking for the CARICE Lp and 78's of James ray. Both Mono and stereo. Lp's including I Got My Mind Set On You for quite a while now! (Over Five Years) I have always Known that George Harrison's version was a cover, but I never had the time to look for the LP's/78's.
And yes, there are 78 RPM Disks of James Ray's recordings! and yes, James Ray Does have at least one other Lp out other than his self titled LP James Ray but it is a later LP and does not hold the same sound the Self Titled CAPRICE Lp holds
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I have been looking for the CARICE Lp and 78's of James ray. Both Mono and stereo. Lp's including I Got My Mind Set On You for quite a while now! (Over Five Years) I have always Known that George Harrison's version was a cover, but I never had the time to look for the LP's/78's.
And yes, there are 78 RPM Disks of James Ray's recordings! and yes, James Ray Does have at least one other Lp out other than his self titled LP James Ray but it is a later LP and does not hold the same sound the Self Titled CAPRICE Lp holds
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beverlybremers1
Love your video! Great examples of great songs! if I may add to your list - Don't Say You Don't Remember by me! (1972) I didn't know at the time I recorded it, but it was previously recorded by an obscure group called The Goggles. Writers Helen Miller & Estelle Levitt kept it from me, which gave me a chance to make it my own.
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Love your video! Great examples of great songs! if I may add to your list - Don't Say You Don't Remember by me! (1972) I didn't know at the time I recorded it, but it was previously recorded by an obscure group called The Goggles. Writers Helen Miller & Estelle Levitt kept it from me, which gave me a chance to make it my own.
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MBF78
This list is a disgrace.
There is no one out there who doesn't know that any of these songs are covers. I am convinced of that.
So, instead of finding the 50 billionth way to get I Will Always Love You in a list, why don't you guys try to come up with some actual examples of songs that people don't know are covers
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This list is a disgrace.
There is no one out there who doesn't know that any of these songs are covers. I am convinced of that.
So, instead of finding the 50 billionth way to get I Will Always Love You in a list, why don't you guys try to come up with some actual examples of songs that people don't know are covers
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motherlove202
One song that could be added to this list is I've Heard It Through the Grapevine. It was first sung by Gladys Knight and the Pips in 1967, then it was sung by Marvin Gaye a year later. Creedence Clearwater Revival performed it in 1970 and Roger Troutman released a version of the song in 1981
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One song that could be added to this list is I've Heard It Through the Grapevine. It was first sung by Gladys Knight and the Pips in 1967, then it was sung by Marvin Gaye a year later. Creedence Clearwater Revival performed it in 1970 and Roger Troutman released a version of the song in 1981
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batgurrl
Or are talking about people under 25 EVERYONE knows Hurt was NIN-Trent Reznor famously made a comment about Johnny Cash. As a boomer, i already knew most of these. Dolly Parton Parton even complemented Whitney Houston on her version. Practically every big Joan Jett song was a cover
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Or are talking about people under 25 EVERYONE knows Hurt was NIN-Trent Reznor famously made a comment about Johnny Cash. As a boomer, i already knew most of these. Dolly Parton Parton even complemented Whitney Houston on her version. Practically every big Joan Jett song was a cover
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cathycuttell9567
enjoyed this thoroughly. I think you missed Manfred Mann's Blinded by the Light - originally by Bruce Springsteen- they took it and ran! I would also mention Just another Manic Monday by the Bangles - another song crafted by Prince.
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enjoyed this thoroughly. I think you missed Manfred Mann's Blinded by the Light - originally by Bruce Springsteen- they took it and ran! I would also mention Just another Manic Monday by the Bangles - another song crafted by Prince.
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iristhevampiress
I’d also nominate You Can’t Hurry Love by Phil Collins, original by Diana Ross & The Supremes. Also worth mentioning A Lover’s Concerto by Diana Ross & The Supremes, original by The Toys.
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I’d also nominate You Can’t Hurry Love by Phil Collins, original by Diana Ross & The Supremes. Also worth mentioning A Lover’s Concerto by Diana Ross & The Supremes, original by The Toys.
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kamsismith
Simply the Best and Proud Mary by Tina Turner
Original: The Best by Bonnie Tyler and Proud Mary by Credence Clearwater Revival
Also, Valerie by Amy Winehouse with the original by The Zutons
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Simply the Best and Proud Mary by Tina Turner
Original: The Best by Bonnie Tyler and Proud Mary by Credence Clearwater Revival
Also, Valerie by Amy Winehouse with the original by The Zutons
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59771006
With #12 Cat Stevens actually wrote the song the original version by P. P. Arnold was released in April 1967 8 months later in December 1967 Cat’s version was released on his album New Masters
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With #12 Cat Stevens actually wrote the song the original version by P. P. Arnold was released in April 1967 8 months later in December 1967 Cat’s version was released on his album New Masters
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asahi-music
Pet Shop Boys: Always On My Mind (original by Brenda Lee)
Joe Cocker: With A Little Help From My Friends (original by The Beatles)
Laura Brannigan: Self Control (original by Raf)
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Pet Shop Boys: Always On My Mind (original by Brenda Lee)
Joe Cocker: With A Little Help From My Friends (original by The Beatles)
Laura Brannigan: Self Control (original by Raf)
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brettfrost6828
Here’s one for ya
Walk Right In by the Rooftop Singers is actually a cover too, the original version was sung by Cannon’s Jug Stompers, a musical group from the late 1920s
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Here’s one for ya
Walk Right In by the Rooftop Singers is actually a cover too, the original version was sung by Cannon’s Jug Stompers, a musical group from the late 1920s
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davidslife989
LOVING the learning! Thanks for the knowledge bomb! Elvis Presley did a cover of 'Hound Dog' too. I actually think Elvis did QUITE a bit of covers, thinking about it now.
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LOVING the learning! Thanks for the knowledge bomb! Elvis Presley did a cover of 'Hound Dog' too. I actually think Elvis did QUITE a bit of covers, thinking about it now.
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bcora181
Two songs that come to mind that were covered by other artists are:
Turn The Beat Around - Vicky Sue Robinson/Gloria Estefan
This Woman's Work - Kate Bush/Maxwell
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Two songs that come to mind that were covered by other artists are:
Turn The Beat Around - Vicky Sue Robinson/Gloria Estefan
This Woman's Work - Kate Bush/Maxwell
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keitadarkwolf2591
What is arguably Tina Turner's best known hit, The Best, was actually a cover too. By none other than Bonnie Tyler, who released it as a single in 1988.
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What is arguably Tina Turner's best known hit, The Best, was actually a cover too. By none other than Bonnie Tyler, who released it as a single in 1988.
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cocoaballoon
Phil Collins cover of You Can't Hurry Love and Groovy Kind Of Love, Natalie Merchant's, Because The Night, Sixpence None The Richer, There She Goes.
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Phil Collins cover of You Can't Hurry Love and Groovy Kind Of Love, Natalie Merchant's, Because The Night, Sixpence None The Richer, There She Goes.
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davidisrael8537
Hurt has been relegated Thought it would be close to the top if not #1.
However, we all know most if not all of these are covers by now.
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Hurt has been relegated Thought it would be close to the top if not #1.
However, we all know most if not all of these are covers by now.
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COMPFUNK2
Who Can I Run to Xscape, original by the Jones Girls
Nothing’s Gonna Change My Love for You Glenn Medeiros, original by George Benson
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Who Can I Run to Xscape, original by the Jones Girls
Nothing’s Gonna Change My Love for You Glenn Medeiros, original by George Benson
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ImJustaWill
Hands down, one of the best covers has to be I Will Always Love You. Whitney put her stamp on that so hard I always forget Dolly sang it.
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Hands down, one of the best covers has to be I Will Always Love You. Whitney put her stamp on that so hard I always forget Dolly sang it.
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