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Soul legend Al Green is back to share his cover of R.E.M.’s 1992 hit “Everybody Hurts.”
Green definitely makes his rendition of “Everybody Hurts” his own. His signature baritone aches across the two chord groove, making his way through the verses at his own pace. Now 78-years-old, Green taps into his gospel roots while also fueling the song with a lifetime of experience.
“While we were in the studio recording ‘Everybody Hurts,’ I could really feel the heaviness of the song and I wanted to inject a little touch of hope and light into it,” Green says in a statement. “There’s always a presence of light that can break through those times of darkness.”
R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe even lent his approval. “Speaking on behalf of the entire band — we could not be more honored, more flattered, more humbled,” he said. “This is an epic moment for us.” Stream Al Green’s cover of “Everybody Hurts” below.
Green returned last year with a cover of Lou Reed’s “Perfect Day,” which served as his first new song in five years upon release. He also made his return to live performances this year with an appearance at Los Angeles’ Fool in Love festival.
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