The Live Version of the Song is ALWAYS Superior to the Original (Pt. 2)- The Covers Edition

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Back with Pt.2, the Covers edition.  There are some song covers that arguably surpass the original version.  Not to say that the song wasn't made for the original artist, but to note that the cover artists' rendition of it is incredible.  Everyone can't do it, but oh man when they do?  Special.  

Jodeci- Lately

I'm so sorry to the Genius, Stevie Wonder, but what Jodeci did in this version cannot be undone.  Jokes aside from the classic Varnell Hill Martin episode, the cadence... rifts... ad-libs...and pacing.  It's THEE one by miles.  On another note, I heard the studio cover of this where they had a video for the FIRST time in 2026.  Repulsed.  This is the only I will acknowledge.

Time Warp... 1972: Be Real Black for Me | Roberta Flack x Donny Hathaway. #BlackHistoryMonth

I, specifically, chose the cast of the excellent tv sitcom "ROC" for this post because they took pride in their heritage, pride in their jobs, and were overall decent human beings.  A model that the average black family could relate and love, all while addressing the 'struggle' and not making it a focal point.  Celebrate US.  

..you don't have to change a thing. 

no one knows the love you bring.

also... "My Block" by. Scarface sample

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5 R&B Records that Could Have Been Gospel Songs

You ever have a record hit you with spirit out of the clear blue sky and realize it's not a Gospel song?  Like mid song... mid sing.  WHAM!  right in the chest.  Message!  The lyrics express a level of love that is immeasurable.  There are several that fit in this category and undoubtedly some I've never heard before.  I've compiled a list of 5 that hit every single time:

5.  He Is- Brandy

It's the only explanation to the question at hand.  Like years of pain, gone away, in a single day.  There's nothing that compares...

If there weren't key indicators like 'kiss on my lips' or the 'love you made with me' etcetera

floating in the lyrics, this right here is giving praises to the most high.  Also, to find Warryn Campbell wrote/produced this lets me know there could have been some gospel influence.