On this Monday, let’s review the song ‘Blue Monday’. I used to say this – music artistes should never do cover versions of songs unless they can redo the original in a more refreshing style. If not, not only does this mar the original song, it’s an utter waste of time. The best cover versions even take on a life of its own. A good example is Flunk’s heartfelt cover of New Order’s ‘Blue Monday’. After hearing Flunk’s updated version above, be surprised for how the very pop original was like from years ago at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3duUzBbBmmc Since this life we are living is a ‘cover version’ of our past lives, the same guideline above applies – We should do better this round! If not, it would be an utter waste of our efforts, of this life! Now, for commentary on the part of the lyrics, as based on Flunk’s video…
How does it feel to treat me like you do?
When you’ve your hands upon me
And told me who you are
I thought I was mistaken
I thought I heard your words
Tell me, how do I feel?
Tell me now, how do I feel?
The original take was on probably an abusive ‘love’ relationship, but Flunk’s video made me relate the opening lines to the unheard lamentations of a fish, who was hooked by someone. The fish had mistaken the bait was a food offering given freely out of love, but it was big mistake indeed. And when the angler rejoiced in having caught him, he asks – ‘Tell me, how do I feel?’ What does he feel? Betrayal, disappointment, pain, regret… Fishing hurts. Yes it does. If you don’t believe this, here are the hard facts – www.fishinghurts.com
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