A lively Reddit discussion reveals a host of obscure covers that many participants believe surpass their originals. Musical enthusiasts suggest a variety of songs, including Warren Zevon’s cover of ‘Back In the High Life Again’ and the Slits’ funky take on ‘Heard it Through the Grapevine.’ The list features diverse genres, with Arctic Monkeys’ ‘Love Machine’ and Rage Against the Machine’s renditions from the ‘Renegades’ album. Several unique choices emerge, such as Sonic Youth’s haunting cover of ‘Superstar’ and Sturgill Simpson’s reimagining of ‘The Promise.’ Other notable mentions include The Fall’s covers, Placebo’s ‘Running Up That Hill,’ and Johnny Cash’s emotional ‘In My Life.’ Participants celebrate these interpretations, highlighting how they transform the original songs while expressing a personal connection to them, proving that sometimes, covers can indeed outshine the classics.

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