There is an entire artistic industry of remakes, redo’s remix’s
and revamped products. Songs are covered time and time again. Movies are updated,
reshot and sometimes completely redone. What are the differences between the
original and the RE? Is the original better and if so, why was the RE ever
made? The answer is ultimately up to each one of us but I’m going to give you
some information to help you decide.
I came across a song that had been given a new spin. The original version was written and
performed by Trey Songz. In 2009 the song “Say Ahh” reached number nine on the
pop charts. It’s a club song that features a catchy chorus with rap sections. The song is a bit ordinary and expected. The lyrics are vaguely
interesting but not worth writing home about. Listen for yourself. Trey SongzIn Season two of The Voice, Lindsey Pavao sang and inspired remake of Songz’ “Say Ahh”. Pavaos’ version is deeper and soothing. Her voice is reminiscent of Fiona Apple or Regina Skeptor. The lyrics that were mediocre in the rap song are now one of the interesting aspects of the remake. You feel like they should be out of place but somehow they work. Overall I believe the remake is worth producing and clearly outshined the original. Listen to it for yourself and decide. Lindsey Pavao
I think when artist remix a song they have a 50/50 shot. Either it's going to be better than the original or it's not. I feel like I like some remixes and don't care for the others. Being familiar with Trey Songz I listened to the Lindsey girl sing her version and I loved it. I've already watched it 5 times and will probably watch it again. It was so different and just plain cool!
ReplyDeleteWhen artist or producers remake a song or a film the general notion is to be an improved version of the formal product. For example the film "True Grit", was a great film redone;however many agree the older film staring John Wayne was better. I do agree with Lawson in the fact that the opportunity stands with a 50% chance.
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