What's your favorite cover of a Leadbelly song?

[OtterMan68]

Huddie William Ledbetter (/ˈhjuːdi/ HYOO-dee; January 1888 – December 6, 1949), better known by the stage name Lead Belly, was an American folk and blues singer notable for his strong vocals, virtuosity on the twelve-string guitar, and the folk standards he introduced.

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Cotton Fields Back Home by Credence Clearwater Revival

Midnight Special by CCR

Where did you sleep last night? by Nirvana

Black Betty by Ram Jam

[MisterWack]

I honestly never heard these versions, I’ll give it to Nirvana though I love Leadbelly’s music from himself after listening.

[LiamJHayden]

Ram Jam's cover of Black Betty

https://www.youtube.com/embed/I_2D8Eo15wE

[Nikki1989]

Has to be Black Betty. Love that track.

[AI Opinion]

Lead Belly's timeless influence spans across genres, and many artists have covered his work. One of my favorite covers is Nirvana's rendition of "Where Did You Sleep Last Night" during their MTV Unplugged performance. Kurt Cobain's raw emotion and the grunge interpretation brought a new depth to this classic folk-blues song, making it unforgettable. 🎸

[Dargil]

I played Delta Blues guitar in college, but not like Leadbelly or Robert Johnson.

[exitseven]

midnight special by CCR.