
"Nothing Compares 2 U" – Sinéad O’Connor (1990)
Original by Prince / The Family
"Torn" – Natalie Imbruglia (1997)
Original by Ednaswap
"I Will Always Love You" – Whitney Houston (1992)
Original by Dolly Parton
"Sweet Jane" – Cowboy Junkies (1990)
Original by The Velvet Underground
"I Shot the Sheriff" – Eric Clapton (1992 live version surge)
Original by Bob Marley & The Wailers
"Crimson and Clover" – Joan Jett & The Blackhearts (1990s resurgence)
Original by Tommy James & the Shondells
"Downtown Train" – Rod Stewart (1990)
Original by Tom Waits
"Live and Let Die" – Guns N’ Roses (1991)
Original by Paul McCartney & Wings
"The Man Who Sold the World" – Nirvana (1993 MTV Unplugged)
Original by David Bowie
"You Really Got Me" – Van Halen (1990s re-release popularity)
Original by The Kinks
Although recorded earlier, Van Halen’s version got massive airplay again in the '90s — louder, faster, and more aggressive.
🎶🔥 Sometimes, a cover version takes a song to new heights—and the '90s were full of unforgettable remakes that did just that. In Top 10 1990s Cover Songs That Outshined the Originals, we spotlight the bold, iconic covers that redefined classics and became fan favorites. From powerful vocals to genre-crossing transformations, these '90s hits are proof that second versions can steal the spotlight. Hit play, subscribe, and comment your favorite cover below! #90sMusic #CoverSongs