Is Covering Amy Winehouse An Insult Or A Tribute?

amyjoebloggs Jul 24, 2011

Since the tragic news of Amy Winehouse's passing, it's inevitable that fans and musicians will take to Youtube to sing for her in memory. But is it truly respectful? Or are some singers just jumping onto a bandwagon?

So what do you think? Do you think it's wrong or do you think it's right? Or do you meet somewhere in the middle? Answer here.

RIP Amy Winehouse

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	As long as it's done well, covering songs of those who have passed is a tribute.
	Covering a dead artist's song is disrespectful. The original music should be left alone.
	Covering an artist who has just passed away is just an attempt to cash in on their death. Covers recorded a reasonable time after they have died however is perfectly fine.
	Covering an artist dead or alive is an insult. Songs should always sound the way the original artist intended.

Is Covering Amy Winehouse An Insult Or A Tribute?

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