Nina Simone will probably always be remembered as one of the finest interpreters of song. She has covered some of the biggest songs of her generation. But her songs are not mere covers. She completely re-interprets songs making them personal statements, protest anthems, consciousness raising art.
Today I'm posting her cover of Bob Dylan's, Just Like A Woman. In Dylan's original version he is merely making an observation but when Nina sings it, she OWNS it - she makes it all about her. She identifies with and personalizes it to depths that make it one of the most emotional renderings of this song.
Probably like most people, the desperate situation in Syria that has been going on for several years sickens me. I am so disgusted with the politicians playing with innocent peoples lives. But is there hope?
I love this song and video by Maher Zain. It’s filled with powerful images and allegory. Enjoy. Will love prevail through you and me?
* if you purchase this song from iTunes – all proceeds go to Syrian humanitarian relief work. Help The Syrian People: http://humanappeal.org.uk
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