Cover Song

A cover song is a new performance of a previously recorded song by someone other than the original artist. It reinterprets the original work, often with a different style, arrangement, or emotional tone, while maintaining the core melody and lyrics. Artists create covers to pay homage, showcase their own musical skills, or bring a classic song to a new audience. While the original artist typically holds copyright, cover songs are usually performed with permission or under licensing agreements. They contribute to musical diversity by offering fresh perspectives on familiar compositions.