Why did Seether Cover Careless Whisper?
“We decided a little while ago that if we’re going to do a cover, especially if we’re going to record it, we wanted to do songs that people wouldn’t expect us to do … This is one that actually turned out well.” South African act Seether opens for Nickelback tonight in Toronto at the Air Canada Centre.
What band remade Careless Whisper?
Seether – Careless Whisper – YouTube.
Why is Careless Whisper so famous?
1984 single ‘Careless Whisper’ by Wham! was Michael’s biggest hit, co-written with Andrew Ridgeley when they were just 17-years-old. It sold over six million copies around the world and made it to No. 1 on the charts in 25 countries, serving as a major breakthrough for his solo career.
Is Careless Whisper about a breakup?
It was released by the English singer-songwriter George Michael and the musical duo Wham! In the lyrics of “Careless Whisper”, the narrator/singer (Michael) laments about the loss of his relationship with his partner. The relationship in question came to an end after he had an affair with another woman.
Who Was Careless Whisper written for?
George explained that much of the song’s content is based on events from his childhood. The song was mainly inspired by two different girls named Jane and Helen: “When I was twelve, thirteen, I used to have to chaperone my sister, who was two years older, to an ice rink at Queensway in London.
What songs has Seether cover?
Songs covered by Seether
| Song | Play Count |
|---|---|
| Heart-Shaped Box (Nirvana cover) | 80 |
| Careless Whisper (George Michael cover) | 54 |
| Change (In the House of Flies) (Deftones cover) | 49 |
| Black Honey (Thrice cover) | 36 |
What was George Michael’s cause of death?
Michael died on Christmas Day 2016 at his Goring-on-Thames home in Oxfordshire, England. A few months later, authorities said he died of natural causes, including heart conditions and fatty liver.