Cover versions of mega-classics

[Kristian]

It's kind of taking a risk when bands cover a huge classic. Some would say that they're bound to fail.

I was thinking the other day, about what good versions have been made over the years, only two came to mind:

 

The Fire: "New York, New York"

 

and TNT: "What a Wonderful World"

 

Do you guys have other exambles where bands have pulled this off?

[Captain Howdy]

theres been quite a few topics on the subject of rock covers of non rock songs, last one was only a month or two ago, so it may be worth checking one of those threads out in case this one doesnt get many replies.

[Kristian]

Yeah, I probably should've just replied in one of those threads.

Anyway, I just wanted to say that I think the two songs I mentioned above rocks,

and I was curious to know if somebody knew other good exambles of 'crooner' styled classics covered by rock artists.

[JamesEagle]

That's more money than I have to spend on CDs, beer and football in a month. Unbelievable.