10 Singing Competitions: Who sings it best?
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Which Singer Does the Best Rendition? You Get to Vote in these Singing Competitions
I thought it would be fun to do a singing competition pitting one singer or group against another singing the same song. You get to vote on which is your favorite! I know how passionate people can get about their musical choices and the singers or groups they love. Let's keep any comments respectful please, and just have fun. Who sings it best?
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Contents at a Glance
"Ring of Fire"
"Ring of Fire"
Who does it best?
Johnny Cash first sang Ring of Fire in 1963. It became his biggest hit. His wife, June Carter Cash, and Merle Kilgore wrote the song. The song has been performed by countless singers over the years. Here's the Johnny Cash original, the song by Joaquin Phoenix playing Johnny Cash in the movie Walk the Line, and the totally awesome version by Adam Lambert that blew country music lovers' minds on American Idol.
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"Ring of Fire" Poll
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"Ring of Fire" on Amazon
Johnny Cash
Get the Movie - "Walk the Line"
Excellent movie on the life of Johnny Cash. Joaquin Phoenix was outstanding as Johnny Cash, as was Reece Witherspoon as his wife, June Carter. They did all the singing themselves.
"Twist and Shout"
"Twist and Shout"
A rock and roll classic, Twist and Shout, was released in 1962. It was also known as Shake It Up, Baby. Another one of those songs that has been performed by countless bands. Which version do you prefer?
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"Twist and Shout" Poll
Who is your favorite?
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The Beatles
The Beatles on Amazon
"Ferris Bueller's Day Off" on Amazon
"Hallelujah"
"Hallelujah"
Another of my favorites! Leonard Cohen, a Canadian singer and song writer, wrote this beautiful song and released it in 1984. Since then the Rufus Wainwright version has appeared in the soundtrack for Shrek (animated film). The song has been a staple every season for singers vying on American Idol. Be sure to listen to K. D. Lang's powerful version. Whose version do you love?
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"Hallelujah" Poll
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"Hallalujah" on Amazon
"Hey, Soul Sister"
"Hey, Soul Sister"
Had to get this one in even though I couldn't find many people that have produced it. Who needs another person doing it anyway? Pat Monahan from Train does it best, although I do prefer the full band version. It's one of those songs I can't get out of my head for days. Who's your favorite?
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"Hey, Soul Sister" Poll
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Train on Amazon
"Unchained Melody"
"Unchained Melody"
Another of my all time favorites, Unchained Melody has been recorded by more than 500 artists in hundreds of languages, according to Wikipedia. Few songs have been so popular. Who can forget the sexy pottery scene in the movie, Ghost, with Demi Moore and Patrick Swazye? Yep, that was Unchained Melody playing during that scene as only The Righteous Brothers could perform it. Pick your favorite version below.
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"Unchained Melody" on Amazon
"Unchained Melody" Poll
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"I Will Always Love You"
"I Will Always Love You"
Originally a song written and released in 1974 by Dolly Parton, Whitney Houston took it to new vocal heights and popularity in the movie, The Bodyguard. Newcomer Leona Lewis has now tried her hand at this difficult but gorgeous song. I had to add Jessica Sanchez after her incredible performance on American Idol in May, 2012. Whose version do you prefer?
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"I Will Always Love You" Poll
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Dolly Parton
"I Will Always Love You" on Amazon
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"The Dog Days Are Over"
"The Dog Days Are Over"
One of my favorite new songs, The Dog Days Are Over was released by Florence and the Machine in 2008. I was blown away by The Voice contestant, Vicci Martinez, when she performed it on the show in the first season (2011). I think Vicci has a great career ahead of her. Which do you prefer?
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"The Dog Days Are Over" Poll
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Florence and The Machine on Amazon
Vicci Martinez on Amazon
"Beyond the Sea"
"Beyond the Sea"
"Beyond the Sea" was written in 1946. The music was based on a French song, La Mer. Although recorded by many singers, Bobby Darin's is the most memorable. Who do you think performs it best?
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"Beyond the Sea" Poll
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"Beyond the Sea" on Amazon
"Knocking on Heaven's Door"
"Knocking on Heaven's Door"
"Knocking on Heaven's Door" was a song produced in 1973 for the movie, "Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid." Bob Dylan wrote and performed the song for the movie. It later was performed by various rock bands and other singers. Who sings it the best?
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Bob Dylan
"Knocking on Heaven's Door" Poll
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"Knocking on Heaven's Door" on Amazon
Guns 'N Roses
"Ave Maria"
"Ave Maria"
Ave Maria is Latin for Hail Mary. The song is based on Sir Walter Scott's "Hymn to the Virgin" from his epic poem, "Lady of the Lake." Franz Schubert first put the poem to music in 1825. It remains one of the most beloved religious songs today. Who's rendition do you prefer?
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"Ave Maria" Poll
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Ave Maria" on Amazon
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I'd Love to Hear Your Comments
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digitaltree
Apr 10, 2012 @ 10:02 pm | delete
- Nice idea for a Lens.
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zentao
Apr 9, 2012 @ 7:42 pm | delete
- Great idea for a lens. There are quite a few tough decisions on this list... but most of them I already had a big favorite! :)
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Gerald_McConway Apr 3, 2012 @ 9:32 am | delete
- Great idea for a lens, loved listening AND reading!
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AlleyCatLane
Apr 3, 2012 @ 9:42 am | delete
- Thanks for the thumb's up. Glad you enjoyed it.
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karnzm13
Mar 27, 2012 @ 9:42 pm | delete
- hey
singing is the best and i love singing in the shower and i sing at school too
and it fells so good!
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artyfax Mar 10, 2012 @ 6:42 pm | delete
- Hey, great idea. Really enjoyed listening to the different takes on each song and having to pick one in most cases was really difficult. Although I did find that in most cases I was amongst the largest group. Must mean something. Blessed
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AlleyCatLane
Mar 10, 2012 @ 6:46 pm | delete
- Thanks for the thumb's up and blessing. Glad you enjoyed it.
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CruiseReady Feb 26, 2012 @ 11:52 am | delete
- I have to say, that of the ones you presented, Ave Maria is the one I like best, and Jackie Evancho is utterly amazing
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AlleyCatLane
Feb 26, 2012 @ 12:23 pm | delete
- My favorite is KD Lang singing Hallelujah. Thanks for the thumb's up.
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JaguarJulie Feb 12, 2012 @ 6:26 am | delete
- This morning, my favorite is I Will Always Love You By Whitney Houston. Paying my respects in the passing of such a lovely singer, gone too young. RIP WH.
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Index for 10 Singing Competitions
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- "Ring of Fire"
- "Ring of Fire" Poll
- "Ring of Fire" on Amazon
- Johnny Cash
- Get the Movie - "Walk the Line"
- "Twist and Shout"
- "Twist and Shout" Poll
- The Beatles
- The Beatles on Amazon
- "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" on Amazon
- "Hallelujah"
- "Hallelujah" Poll
- "Hallalujah" on Amazon
- "Hey, Soul Sister"
- "Hey, Soul Sister" Poll
- Train on Amazon
- "Unchained Melody"
- "Unchained Melody" on Amazon
- "Unchained Melody" Poll
- "I Will Always Love You"
- "I Will Always Love You" Poll
- Dolly Parton
- "I Will Always Love You" on Amazon
- Please share this article with your friends or bookmark for future reference
- "The Dog Days Are Over"
- "The Dog Days Are Over" Poll
- Florence and The Machine on Amazon
- Vicci Martinez on Amazon
- "Beyond the Sea"
- "Beyond the Sea" Poll
- "Beyond the Sea" on Amazon
- "Knocking on Heaven's Door"
- Bob Dylan
- "Knocking on Heaven's Door" Poll
- "Knocking on Heaven's Door" on Amazon
- Guns 'N Roses
- "Ave Maria"
- "Ave Maria" Poll
- Ave Maria" on Amazon
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