re: Fast Car performance at the Grammys- like it or not it’s really spectacular

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he really doesn't add anything to the song..

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This.

Some covers can stand on their own merit, become a totally different song, or in some instances improve upon the original. Johnny Cash’s Hurt and Whitney Houston’s i will always love you come to mind.

The fast car cover is literally the exact same song just with a slightly manlier voice.