A well-executed cover isn’t just imitation; it’s interpretation. It’s a love letter, a reinvention, and sometimes a complete detour that still lands. Maybe in the same emotional space, or maybe somewhere completely unexpected.
And when that cover shows up in the middle of an album or a live set, it creates a moment. A connection between the band, the listener and the original spirit of the song. I genuinely believe there’s a true art to it.
I get hyped every time I hear one of my favorite bands has taken on a track. I can’t wait to hear what they did with it… whether they twisted it, broke it down, or built it into something juxtaposed.
Cover songs have also led me to discover new bands, through a song I adore.
These are some of the covers that stuck with me. Some for their bold reworks, others for their raw heart. No particular order, just a growing list.
https://music.apple.com/us/album/drive-from-the-assassination-of-gianni-versace/1504702946?i=1504702954
https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-scientist-live/551474323?i=551474485