"I Shot the Sheriff"
This week I selected the cover of the song "I Shot the Sheriff" by Eric Clapton. Firstly, I do not usually prefer the cover of a song when compared to the original. Second, I am not a huge fan of Eric Clapton, though he does have a few songs I'll listen to. Anyways, this song is an exception to both of the above points. I actually prefer Clapton's cover rather than the original by Bob Marley.
The lyrics are kind of interesting, as they are not would you would normally expect to hear in the average song (talking about shooting law enforcement, proclaiming innocence, admitting to killing, etc). A few phrases are repeated multiple times throughout the song, but they are very catchy and make the song memorable. It's very easy for this song to get stuck in one's head.
The main thing that jumps out to me about this song is the music. Right from the start, there is an easy beat that is maintained throughout the song. It kinda makes the listener want to nod their head or tap their foot along with the beat as the song goes on. Then the other instruments combine to create a very cool, unique sound. It definitely sounds different than most of what we had heard before, leading up to this point in time. I am not sure exactly what all the instruments are that are involved, but I think it was very well done. A very distinct, good song, and great cover by Eric Clapton.
This week I selected the cover of the song "I Shot the Sheriff" by Eric Clapton. Firstly, I do not usually prefer the cover of a song when compared to the original. Second, I am not a huge fan of Eric Clapton, though he does have a few songs I'll listen to. Anyways, this song is an exception to both of the above points. I actually prefer Clapton's cover rather than the original by Bob Marley.
The lyrics are kind of interesting, as they are not would you would normally expect to hear in the average song (talking about shooting law enforcement, proclaiming innocence, admitting to killing, etc). A few phrases are repeated multiple times throughout the song, but they are very catchy and make the song memorable. It's very easy for this song to get stuck in one's head.
The main thing that jumps out to me about this song is the music. Right from the start, there is an easy beat that is maintained throughout the song. It kinda makes the listener want to nod their head or tap their foot along with the beat as the song goes on. Then the other instruments combine to create a very cool, unique sound. It definitely sounds different than most of what we had heard before, leading up to this point in time. I am not sure exactly what all the instruments are that are involved, but I think it was very well done. A very distinct, good song, and great cover by Eric Clapton.
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ReplyDeleteI am glad that you liked the original to "I shot the sheriff" . I liked the original too. I did this song last week and it does get in your head so I am glad that you mention that.Thank for writing about this song.