What a Song

Some songs become part of American Pop history. They just keep appearing in various forms, versions, and interpretations.
"To Love Somebody", was originally written and recorded by the
Bee Gees in 1967, but was made famous as the title track of Nina Simone's 1969 album. Since then, all kinds of artists, from every genre have covered the song.

From, Rod Stewart, to Billy Corgan, Michael Bolton, Simone, and a handful of others, the song just keeps breathing on its own.

This version linked below is my favorite though. When a great song meets the raw emotion of an artist... it breathes anew. And there's no doubt, whenever Damien Rice opens his mouth to sing, and plucks the first string on his guitar, he's letting it all hang out... its all emotion. Here he's joined by another great folk based artist, Ray Lamontagne, a "present day Cat Stephens"... the rest speaks for itself.

The key to a great cover... be true to the original, be true to yourself. This version is light, fun, and emotional...

Click the link below and it will take you to YouTube. I'm still not sure how to post the video straight on this page with the new version of Blogger. If any of you know the trick let me know... Enjoy.

Damien & Ray "To Love Somebody"