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Many songs get covered or re-interpreted, the covers often being more successful than the original.
Here are some cover versions of one song along with the original, let us know in the comments which is your favourite, or if you don’t like any of them.
“Take Me To The River” is song written by Al Green and Mabon Hodges. Sung and released by Al Green in 1974.
It has been covered by many acts including:
Foghat included their version in their 1976 album “Night Shift”.
Bryan Ferry on his 1978 album “The Bride Stripped Bare”.
Talking Heads on their 1978 album “More Songs About Buildings and Food”.
The Commitments included a version on the 1991 album soundtrack to the movie of the same name.
