There's a thread floating around here with the WORST music covers...and it made me wonder what covers Newgrounds users think are the best. Here's a list for me.
Tom Sawyer - Mindless Self Indulgence originally by Rush
Now, I'll be the first to say it...the original was better. However, they did an awesome job taking a classic song and adding their own element to it.
Take On Me - Reel Big Fish originally by A-Ha
It's a bouncing groove...you've gotta love ska. They're able to keep the song good, while making fun of it a little bit, too. They even hit the high note. And who thought of replacing synthesizers with brass instruments...
Renegades of Funk - Rage Against the Machine originally by Soul Sonic Force
Most people don't even know that this song was a cover. However, it is...and Rage did a great job with it, making it even more popular than the original, and one of their most famous songs.
I Fought the Law - Green Day originally by The Clash
I know just by mentioning Green Day, some people will be on my ass, but this cover is really amazing.
99 Red Balloons - Goldfinger originally by Nena
It's been covered by a lot of groups, but I really like the Goldfinger version. They did a good job.
What else do you have?