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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.

“Susie Q” is a song written by Dale Hawkins and Robert Chaisson (also credited are Stan Lewis and Eleanor Broadwater although they didn’t actually contribute), first recorded and released in 1957.

It has been covered many acts including:

The Rolling Stones on their 1964 album “12 X 5”.

Ronnie Hawkins on the 1964 album “Mojo Man”.

The Breakaways on their 1966 album “Let’s Take A Sea Cruise! With The Breakaways”.

Creedence Clearwater Revival on their self tilted 1968 debut album.

Tony Joe White on his 1976 album “Eyes”.

Dr Feelgood on their 2000 album “Chess Masters”

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