cover version
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of cover version
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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A cover version of Chuck Berry’s “Back in the U.S.A.” is sassy, but rather than deliver the song as a driving rocker, Mr. Richman strikes a more casual tone.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
Ironically, it was a cover version that proved to be Badfinger’s undoing.
From Salon ● Dec. 17, 2024
But I don’t sit around and think, I hope Taylor Swift does a cover version of my song.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2024
He also played a pivotal role in writing songs like Harvest For The World, Fight The Power and Shout - an enduring party anthem that became a major hit in Europe through Lulu's cover version.
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2023
Robison’s final album, the rock-tinged “High Life” from 2013, included a cover version of Bob Dylan’s “When I Paint My Masterpiece.”
From Washington Times ● Sep. 11, 2023
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