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Heather Nova — Gloomy Sunday
Album: South
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Released: 2001
Length: 3:58
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Sunday is Gloomy,
My hours are slumberless,
Dearest, the shadows I live with are numberless
Little white flowers will never awaken you
Not where the black coach of sorrow has taken you
Angels have no thought of ever returning you
Would they be angry if I thought of joining you
Gloomy Sunday

Gloomy is Sunday
In shadows I spend it all
My heart and I have decided to end it all
Soon there'll be candels and prayers that are sad,
I know, let them not weep,
Let them know that I'm glad to go

Death is no dream,
For in death I'm caressing you
With the last breath of my soul I'll be blessing you
Gloomy Sunday

Dreaming
I was only dreaming
I wake and I find you
Asleep in the deep of
My heart
Dear

Darling I hope that my dream never haunted you
My heart was telling you how much I wanted you
Gloomy Sunday
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This song needs to be played more often
Posted 1 year ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
 Droidac wrote:

WTF??
 
X2!
Posted 14 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
......rp has such a sexy vibe along in here..........mmmmmm............
Posted 14 years ago by BrightSkyGazer    [ Reply ]
It would be a shame not to follow this up with Stormy Monday.
Posted 15 years ago by sdn    [ Reply ]
 Trustocity wrote:
Heather, I see you have a new album out. I'm very disappointed to see "Gloomy Sunday" was not included on the playlist. Perhaps you think you can move on to new pastures and fresh ideas after laying this turd on the ground behind you, but I still smell the turd. Young lady, I expect to hear a new cover of Bjork's cover of Sarah's cover of your old cover of a Billie Holiday classic which no one, rightfully, listens to or even believes exists. Finish what you started. Sincerely, your biggest fan.
 
WTF??

Posted 15 years ago by Droidac    [ Reply ]
Heather, I see you have a new album out. I'm very disappointed to see "Gloomy Sunday" was not included on the playlist. Perhaps you think you can move on to new pastures and fresh ideas after laying this turd on the ground behind you, but I still smell the turd. Young lady, I expect to hear a new cover of Bjork's cover of Sarah's cover of your old cover of a Billie Holiday classic which no one, rightfully, listens to or even believes exists. Finish what you started. Sincerely, your biggest fan.
Posted 15 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
Gloomy Sunday

Not this Sunday!

A 20 mile urban (mountain bike ride in the city) all through Boston - North End, Beacon Hill, wharfs, financial district, Boston Common, Esplanade, etc. Sweet.


Posted 15 years ago by MojoJojo    [ Reply ]
 top20 wrote:
Sorta reminds me of Mary Hopkins. Ah... those were the days.
 
Thank you. Just what I was thinking, my friend. Thought they would never end.

Posted 15 years ago by rkread    [ Reply ]
VERY NICE!!!
{#Sunny}
Posted 15 years ago by pdjpirate    [ Reply ]
Dude,  Its 11:15AM in Cville, VA on a Sunday and 85 degrees F, sunny, with a breeze outside right now.  {#Eh}

Can't say this fits the atmosphere... she is hot though!
Posted 15 years ago by kilroyjoe3    [ Reply ]
Sorta reminds me of Mary Hopkins. Ah... those were the days.
Posted 15 years ago by top20    [ Reply ]
 Old_Pat wrote:
Two songs that should never be touched - both by Billy Holliday: this one and Strange Fruit. Billy _understood_ these songs. Don't fuck with em...
 


Posted 15 years ago by natalita    [ Reply ]
Trustocity, you crazy bastard.
Posted 16 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
Totally not me cup of tea....but you won't read any nasty silly remarks from me. To each his own.
Posted 16 years ago by lemmoth    [ Reply ]
She will be mine. Oh, yes - she will be mine. I love you, dreamwoman.
Posted 16 years ago by a_genuine_find    [ Reply ]
Quite nice...got my attention
Posted 16 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
Anyone have live Heather shows to trade? I have about 30 at (click here), would like to hear some recent stuff after her baby break...
Posted 16 years ago by kaz    [ Reply ]
winter wrote:
Actually I just heard Bjork's version the other day. (Personally I prefer Sarah McLachlan's, but that's me.) If that was your upload, thanks!
Yeah. Sarah makes it sound like it's 'supposed to', if that's possible. Either way, Heather's is funky, and it doesn't work with the song. That said, on it's own merits, it sounds cool.
Posted 16 years ago by alanthecowboy    [ Reply ]
Used to have this track on a cd of chill-out tunes. Defintely one of the chillinest.
Posted 16 years ago by GunnerXP    [ Reply ]
Pat DiNizio (Smithereens) does the benchmark take on this tune.
Posted 17 years ago by E_A_D_G    [ Reply ]
fureanbode wrote:
Trustocity...
Posted 17 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
Trustocity...
Posted 17 years ago by fureanbode    [ Reply ]
Sweet! and the song ain't bad either. the name sounds a bit hollywood, eh?
Posted 17 years ago by jjbix    [ Reply ]
trekhead wrote:
Those---were---the---ddddays , my friend....
Yes! I heard that, too!
Posted 17 years ago by shakitten    [ Reply ]
This girl sings like looks!
Posted 17 years ago by skdenfeld    [ Reply ]
Posted 17 years ago by kenjismokum    [ Reply ]
Goddess! Purrfection!
Posted 17 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
I knew this wasn't the Sinead O'Connor version, which she did on the cover album Am I Not Your Girl. When I went to look up the original recording, I found a listing of 11 recordings of it, but not the one of Sinead. Wonder why... This version is interesting. Next I'll need to listen to the Billie Holiday recording.
Posted 17 years ago by JustineFromWyoming    [ Reply ]
Those---were---the---ddddays , my friend....
Posted 17 years ago by trekhead    [ Reply ]
winter wrote:
Actually I just heard Bjork's version the other day. (Personally I prefer Sarah McLachlan's, but that's me.) If that was your upload, thanks!
Glad to hear it's in rotation. =) Sadly I missed it though, but I can always spin the album instead...
Posted 17 years ago by Frater_Kork    [ Reply ]
very agreeable
Posted 17 years ago by ndg    [ Reply ]
Frater_Kork wrote:
Great song, blah arrangement. She sounds like she's out picking flowers for her new boyfriend damnit... Lets hear the Björk version, shes got the angst down pat! ... Oh, its not in the list, I'll settle that.
Actually I just heard Bjork's version the other day. (Personally I prefer Sarah McLachlan's, but that's me.) If that was your upload, thanks!
Posted 17 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
ScottN wrote:
Trustocity. You never call, you never write.
Posted 17 years ago by NoEnzLefttoSplit    [ Reply ]
Ahh, memories... *sigh*
Posted 17 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
Great song, blah arrangement. She sounds like she's out picking flowers for her new boyfriend damnit... Lets hear the Björk version, shes got the angst down pat! ... Oh, its not in the list, I'll settle that.
Posted 17 years ago by Frater_Kork    [ Reply ]
Wow, this is lush. Embarrased to say that I've never heard the original version but the song and the voice are beautiful.
Posted 18 years ago by Snowman    [ Reply ]
Old_Pat wrote:
Two songs that should never be touched - both by Billy Holliday: this one and Strange Fruit. Billy _understood_ these songs. Don't fuck with em...
:cough:bullshit:cough:
Posted 18 years ago by Huey    [ Reply ]
Beautiful rendition of one of my all time favourite songs! Thanx RP!
Posted 18 years ago by Mari    [ Reply ]
Gloomy version
Posted 18 years ago by junebaby65    [ Reply ]
Two songs that should never be touched - both by Billy Holliday: this one and Strange Fruit. Billy _understood_ these songs. Don't fuck with em...
Posted 18 years ago by Old_Pat    [ Reply ]
Trustocity. You never call, you never write.
Posted 18 years ago by ScottN    [ Reply ]
Sinead O'Connor's version of this old, old song is much better, IMHO. My mother loved this song and hummed it constantly.
Posted 18 years ago by liser    [ Reply ]
Somewhere, Billie Holiday is weeping.
Posted 18 years ago by cattgirl813    [ Reply ]
I feel so good... think I'll shoot myself...
Posted 18 years ago by Old_Pool_Skunk    [ Reply ]
let's hear the billie holiday version!
Posted 18 years ago by Fredrikson    [ Reply ]
Trustocity wrote:
I yam what I yam. (bows) Seriously, I really had fun that black day I assaulted this song. Some might refer to that say as a gloomy day, or perhaps, a gloomy Sunday. In any case, I have no regrets. I hate this song, and like Cindy Sheehan, I will do everything within my limited power to see it banished. On an important sidenote, I've listened to "South," and it's somewhere between servicable and listenable, with occassional doses of not bad thrown in. But even if she'd made Sgt. Pepper II, this song would suck. All in all, my main goal was accomplished in spades: To entertain myself.
Posted 18 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
Trustocity wrote:
I yam what I yam. (bows) Seriously, I really had fun that black day I assaulted this song. Some might refer to that say as a gloomy day, or perhaps, a gloomy Sunday. In any case, I have no regrets. I hate this song, and like Cindy Sheehan, I will do everything within my limited power to see it banished. On an important sidenote, I've listened to "South," and it's somewhere between servicable and listenable, with occassional doses of not bad thrown in. But even if she'd made Sgt. Pepper II, this song would suck. All in all, my main goal was accomplished in spades: To entertain myself.
I will forever associate this song with you.
Posted 18 years ago by AliGator    [ Reply ]
she sounds like an uptight Joan Baez
Posted 18 years ago by ploba    [ Reply ]
Holy Crap! I think my mom has stormed the studio and is forcing Jim to play music from her collection. Don't give in Jim! You can take her. Grab the CD changer and tell her firmly, Lady, thats enough!
Posted 18 years ago by friend2dogs    [ Reply ]
laozilover wrote:
Nice song, great movie! Rotten Tomatoes
I very much recommend this film, too.
Posted 18 years ago by rklein    [ Reply ]
She looks hot, but the song is marginal
Posted 18 years ago by ArbiterOfGoodTaste    [ Reply ]
I've been listening to a lot of different versions of this song off Rhapsody. Many of the ones that have been listed here. I have to say, this version is one of my favorites. Moreso after hearing the others. I won't even consider comparing it to Billie Holiday, but I think this version does well on Heather.
Posted 18 years ago by jasonv    [ Reply ]
ohmigod!, October, December and April! Wow we heard this one tonnes of times! Well, three times over six months anyway.
Posted 18 years ago by Ag3nt0rang3    [ Reply ]
tony620d wrote:
and again,,and again..
Posted 18 years ago by tony620d    [ Reply ]
Well, not bad. But many singers did better versions before - Billie Holiday, Björk, Sinead O'Connor. - unfortunately nobody uplaoded those yet...
Posted 18 years ago by beetFreeQ    [ Reply ]
The Associates version of this is better. This is coma-inducing.
Posted 18 years ago by Gorky    [ Reply ]
I don't normally take time to post negative comments, but for this one I must. GROSS! 1
Posted 18 years ago by trollboy    [ Reply ]
Trustocity wrote:
You have entered a world of sight and sound, of mind. You have entered a world of bamboo shoots under your thumbnails, in your gums, and straight up your ear canals. You have entered... the Gloomy Sunday Zone. duh-duh-DUUUUUUUUUUH "Mommy, what are we having for dinner?" "Why, 'Gloomy Sunday' by Heather Nova, dear." "But Mom, that's what we had LAST night. And our new car is 'Gloomy Sunday,' and all the television programs are 'Gloomy Sunday.' Even Rex the dog has been replaced by 'Gloomy Sunday' by Heather Nova. It's inconceivable, mom!" "Now honey, where'd you learn a big word like that?" "I dunno." "Sit down, dear. Now, you know 'Gloomy Sunday' is everywhere and everything, right? It's the only song they play on RadioParadise, after all." "I know..." "Now go outside with Heather Nova and play 'Gloomy Sunday.' I'll call you when dinner's ready." "Fine!"
*bump* If there were a Hall of Fame for RP Song Comments, this would be a no-brainer for immediate admission and enshrinement.
Posted 18 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
Nice song, great movie! Rotten Tomatoes
Posted 18 years ago by laozilover    [ Reply ]
Her voice sounds a lot like Dot Allison from "One Dove". If you like Heathers voice, you should check out Dot.
Posted 19 years ago by ryuujin23    [ Reply ]
tony620d wrote:
give it a day, youll hear it again.
and again,,and again..
Posted 19 years ago by tony620d    [ Reply ]
ScottN wrote:
Trust....many of us are blaming you for the fact Gloomy Sunday by HN has been reduced to a very "occasional dose".
I yam what I yam. (bows) Seriously, I really had fun that black day I assaulted this song. Some might refer to that say as a gloomy day, or perhaps, a gloomy Sunday. In any case, I have no regrets. I hate this song, and like Cindy Sheehan, I will do everything within my limited power to see it banished. On an important sidenote, I've listened to "South," and it's somewhere between servicable and listenable, with occassional doses of not bad thrown in. But even if she'd made Sgt. Pepper II, this song would suck. All in all, my main goal was accomplished in spades: To entertain myself.
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
healyf52 wrote:
Well she does look pretty hot.
If I would be judging female artists on their looks I would be a huge fan of Norah Jones and The Corrs.
Posted 19 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
Trust....many of us are blaming you for the fact Gloomy Sunday by HN has been reduced to a very "occasional dose". Trustocity wrote:
:verysorry: Bill! I was kidding! No! NOOOOO!
Posted 19 years ago by ScottN    [ Reply ]
Give it up Heather. Bjork's version of this song at least has some emotional content.
Posted 19 years ago by loki_blogger    [ Reply ]
Nice voice, even though this song doesn't light any fires for me. I'd like to hear more by her.
Posted 19 years ago by Baby_M    [ Reply ]
jah_blessed wrote:
Heather pales in comparison to Billie Holliday or Sarah McLachlan, as far as this song is concerned. She's not very good at doing covers, IMO. There's an awful version of Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game" on her latest CD. Don't want to bash Heather too much, though. Her first three albums and the live disc are all great.
Well she does look pretty hot.
Posted 19 years ago by healyf52    [ Reply ]
olsaltybastard wrote:
Never heard this before, but she does have a beautiful voice.
give it a day, youll hear it again.
Posted 19 years ago by tony620d    [ Reply ]
Never heard this before, but she does have a beautiful voice.
Posted 19 years ago by olsaltybastard    [ Reply ]
Heather pales in comparison to Billie Holliday or Sarah McLachlan, as far as this song is concerned. She's not very good at doing covers, IMO. There's an awful version of Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game" on her latest CD. Don't want to bash Heather too much, though. Her first three albums and the live disc are all great.
Posted 19 years ago by jah_blessed    [ Reply ]
mediocre cover, feeble. The last verse is not original to the song,(to answer the hungarian a few posts back) Billie had to add them in order to lift the ban on this song. At the time of it's original realese people were leaping out of windows at an alarming rate.
Posted 19 years ago by trompetilla    [ Reply ]
hujoppi wrote:
Many versions of this song out there, anyone heard Björk singing this live on some recording? I remember it was really nice. (Have not heard Billie's original though, must be good and better than this)
THIS song AND Björk ?? I don't know how to imagine anything worse...
Posted 19 years ago by rolf    [ Reply ]
I love the strings in this song. I'm not sure if I've heard Sarah's version or any other version for that matter. Being that this is probably my first listen of this song I'd have to rate it pretty high. Enjoying the music and the flow of her voice, hauntingly beautiful... I'll have to keep my eye out for other versions though to compare it.
Posted 19 years ago by besca    [ Reply ]
In my opinion, there is absolutely no way that Billie Holiday's version can be touched. But, I find that I can actually listen to this version without wincing. Interesting.
Posted 19 years ago by foppy-knight    [ Reply ]
newwavegurly wrote:
I agree. Sarah sings this much better.
Count me in on that opinion, although I do like this version.
Posted 19 years ago by AlanCE    [ Reply ]
Many versions of this song out there, anyone heard Björk singing this live on some recording? I remember it was really nice. (Have not heard Billie's original though, must be good and better than this)
Posted 19 years ago by hujoppi    [ Reply ]
AliGator wrote:
Where's Trustocity? It's playing again!
And AGAIN!! :headshake:
Posted 19 years ago by theo    [ Reply ]
Where's Trustocity? It's playing again!
Posted 19 years ago by AliGator    [ Reply ]
Trustocity wrote:
Let's hear OTHER Heather Nova songs on RP!
Now there's some humor, Trust. Bill played it again today. Personally, I find it likeable, but then I'm no Trustocity. ;-)
Posted 19 years ago by Roverfish    [ Reply ]
rolf wrote:
I really like a lot of Heather Nova's songs, but this one... <-(
Let's hear OTHER Heather Nova songs on RP!
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
I really like a lot of Heather Nova's songs, but this one... <-(
Posted 19 years ago by rolf    [ Reply ]
winter wrote:
I still maintain that Sarah McLachlan's live version of this is about a MILLION times better than this ever dreamed in it's Gloomiest Sunday dreams of being. This version goes to bed crying bitter tears of frustration and rage that it can never aspire to be Sarah McLachlan's version.
I agree. Sarah sings this much better.
Posted 19 years ago by newwavegurly    [ Reply ]
its got a very downtempo portishead sneaker pimps feel which with the strings i think works very well. very sexy voice in this song.
Posted 19 years ago by th3boon    [ Reply ]
Trustocity! They're playing your song!
Posted 19 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
Trustocity wrote:
You have entered a world of sight and sound, of mind. You have entered a world of bamboo shoots under your thumbnails, in your gums, and straight up your ear canals. You have entered... the Gloomy Sunday Zone. duh-duh-DUUUUUUUUUUH "Mommy, what are we having for dinner?" "Why, 'Gloomy Sunday' by Heather Nova, dear." "But Mom, that's what we had LAST night. And our new car is 'Gloomy Sunday,' and all the television programs are 'Gloomy Sunday.' Even Rex the dog has been replaced by 'Gloomy Sunday' by Heather Nova. It's inconceivable, mom!" "Now honey, where'd you learn a big word like that?" "I dunno." "Sit down, dear. Now, you know 'Gloomy Sunday' is everywhere and everything, right? It's the only song they play on RadioParadise, after all." "I know..." "Now go outside with Heather Nova and play 'Gloomy Sunday.' I'll call you when dinner's ready." "Fine!"
I still maintain that Sarah McLachlan's live version of this is about a MILLION times better than this ever dreamed in it's Gloomiest Sunday dreams of being. This version goes to bed crying bitter tears of frustration and rage that it can never aspire to be Sarah McLachlan's version.
Posted 19 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
You have entered a world of sight and sound, of mind. You have entered a world of bamboo shoots under your thumbnails, in your gums, and straight up your ear canals. You have entered... the Gloomy Sunday Zone. duh-duh-DUUUUUUUUUUH "Mommy, what are we having for dinner?" "Why, 'Gloomy Sunday' by Heather Nova, dear." "But Mom, that's what we had LAST night. And our new car is 'Gloomy Sunday,' and all the television programs are 'Gloomy Sunday.' Even Rex the dog has been replaced by 'Gloomy Sunday' by Heather Nova. It's inconceivable, mom!" "Now honey, where'd you learn a big word like that?" "I dunno." "Sit down, dear. Now, you know 'Gloomy Sunday' is everywhere and everything, right? It's the only song they play on RadioParadise, after all." "I know..." "Now go outside with Heather Nova and play 'Gloomy Sunday.' I'll call you when dinner's ready." "Fine!"
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
Ok, I see I already was very positive, but I just cannot resist praising this record again, since it is exactly the sound and mood I need right now! Thanks.
Posted 19 years ago by Tux    [ Reply ]
:verysorry: Bill! I was kidding! No! NOOOOO!
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
Billie Holiday's rendition of "Gloomy Sunday" is burned into my mind, but this is very nice. Keep those unique covers coming!
Posted 19 years ago by charlesryder    [ Reply ]
YES!!!! Gloomy Sunday by Heather Nova! (falls to knees, says thanks to God) Non-stop Gloomy Sunday from RP, it's like manna from above. Please, PLEASE, don't ever play any other Heather Nova, and don't you DARE play anyone else's version of Gloomy Sunday. THIS IS THE STUFF, man. The good stuff. Yeah! Hell yeah!
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
It's been less than 24 hours since I heard this on RP. Someone's not trying hard enough. And I think it's you. Yeah, you.
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
rascal420 wrote:
Is this Aldo Nova's daughter?
I don't whether this is supposed to be cute. Nevetheless, I got a laugh out of your comment, because I was immediately reminded of the 80s radio hit "Fantasy" by Aldo Nova.
Posted 19 years ago by drife    [ Reply ]
Is this Aldo Nova's daughter?
Posted 19 years ago by rascal420    [ Reply ]
Billie Holiday's version (remixed) creeps me out entirely. One of the most powerful songs in the universe. Unfortunately, this version is as lame as natto on hot asphalt.
Posted 19 years ago by SunnySaturday    [ Reply ]
I want you to come... The lady needs lithium. Excellent tune, though.
Posted 19 years ago by Roverfish    [ Reply ]
Theodoransky wrote:
has anyone seen the movie "gloomy sunday" this song comes from? it is a very good german movie
I very much recommend the movie, too! You should try to see it.
Posted 19 years ago by rklein    [ Reply ]
rah wrote:
strange that it should have spawned so many deaths -- the ending of the song is pretty hopeful, isn't it? unless, of course, that's just the English lyrics; the original Hungarian might be a lot more desperate.
Check it out, they are more depressing in Hungarian: r e z s ÃŽ   s e r e s s'   l y r i c s Ôsz van és peregnek a sárgult levelek Meghalt a földön az emberi szeretet Bánatos könnyekkel zokog az öszi szél Szívem már új tavaszt nem vár és nem remél Hiába sírok és hiába szenvedek Szívtelen rosszak és kapzsik az emberek... Meghalt a szeretet! Vége a világnak, vége a reménynek Városok pusztulnak, srapnelek zenélnek Emberek vérétÃŽl piros a tarka rét Halottak fekszenek az úton szerteszét Még egyszer elmondom csendben az imámat: Uram, az emberek gyarlók és hibáznak... Vége a világnak! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ LITERAL ENGLISH TRANSLATION: It is autumn and the leaves are falling All love has died on earth The wind is weeping with sorrowful tears My heart will never hope for a new spring again My tears and my sorrows are all in vain People are heartless, greedy and wicked... Love has died! The world has come to its end, hope has ceased to have a meaning Cities are being wiped out, shrapnel is making music Meadows are coloured red with human blood There are dead people on the streets everywhere I will say another quiet prayer: People are sinners, Lord, they make mistakes... The world has ended!
Posted 19 years ago by mrselfdestruct    [ Reply ]
Theodoransky wrote:
has anyone seen the movie "gloomy sunday" this song comes from? it is a very good german movie
:nodhead: Yeppers! Highly recommended! Very romantic! RottenTomatoes.com gives it an 83 (CERTIFIED FRESH) rating: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/gloomy_sunday/
Posted 19 years ago by laozilover    [ Reply ]
MM_Prague wrote:
The most well-known "original" version of this song is by none other than Billie Holiday. An interesting story about the song's lyrics is here: https://www.phespirit.info/gloomysunday/article_01.htm Whether this is true or just another urban legend, I don't know...
it seems that a lot of that *might* be true -- apparently Hungary has (and has had for many many years) the world's highest per-capita suicide rate as a nation, and it's not uncommon for suicides to happen in rashes. it's true also that the composer was a suicide thirty years after the song was written. strange that it should have spawned so many deaths -- the ending of the song is pretty hopeful, isn't it? unless, of course, that's just the English lyrics; the original Hungarian might be a lot more desperate.
Posted 19 years ago by rah    [ Reply ]
Shesdifferent wrote:
A great cover of this song by Heather Nova, but who did it first? Sarah Brighman's version was great too but who did it first?
The most well-known "original" version of this song is by none other than Billie Holiday. An interesting story about the song's lyrics is here: https://www.phespirit.info/gloomysunday/article_01.htm Whether this is true or just another urban legend, I don't know...
Posted 19 years ago by MM_Prague    [ Reply ]
A great cover of this song by Heather Nova, but who did it first? Sarah Brighman's version was great too. I just love Heather Nova-so very overlooked as a talent.
Posted 19 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
Songs like these are my reason to play RP! Wonderful. Sheer beauty. A 9.
Posted 19 years ago by Tux    [ Reply ]
I'm really hating this. It's breath-taking how viciously I'm feeling toward this song right now. It doesn't suck, but I hate it. Can't figure why.
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
I like this - but I love Sarah McLachlan's version. I think another poster said it best - there's too much going on here. If the original had been anything like this, it never would have gotten it's dark reputation as the suicide's song of choice.
Posted 19 years ago by winter    [ Reply ]
Theodoransky wrote:
has anyone seen the movie "gloomy sunday" this song comes from? it is a very good german movie
Me! Me! I seen it! (Excellent movie!:nodhead:)
Posted 19 years ago by laozilover    [ Reply ]
"Pretty cute for a bald chick."
Posted 19 years ago by japanmoran    [ Reply ]
"Those we-e-ere the.. DAYS my friend, We thought they'd ne-e-ver end."
Posted 19 years ago by trekhead    [ Reply ]
resonator wrote:
Great version. Tied with Sarah McLachlan's.
For whatever that's worth. Both are servicable, but pale beside Billie's. Someone upload it.
Posted 19 years ago by Trustocity    [ Reply ]
A poor cover of a great song, particularly the voice. The violin is nice, the rest is pretty kitschy, particularly the tacky drums... uhm... Billie?
Posted 19 years ago by R_P    [ Reply ]
newwavegurly wrote:
I love Sinead O'Connor, but I've never heard her version of this. I'll have to keep my eye out for it.
The name of the album is "Am I not your girl?"
Posted 19 years ago by masterhead    [ Reply ]
mrselfdestruct wrote:
Too much going on in this version to really convey the suicidal sadness of the song. Still pretty good but other versions are more heartwrenching.
Yup! My sentiments...
Posted 19 years ago by radiomao    [ Reply ]
masterhead wrote:
Oh no Synead O'Connots version kick every other girls asses... Absolutly superior!
I love Sinead O'Connor, but I've never heard her version of this. I'll have to keep my eye out for it.
Posted 19 years ago by newwavegurly    [ Reply ]
newwavegurly wrote:
I like Heather Nova, but I prefer Sarah's cover to this one.
Oh no Synead O'Connots version kick every other girls asses... Absolutly superior!
Posted 19 years ago by masterhead    [ Reply ]
I like Heather Nova, but I prefer Sarah's cover to this one.
Posted 19 years ago by newwavegurly    [ Reply ]
Great version. Tied with Sarah McLachlan's.
Posted 19 years ago by resonator    [ Reply ]
Much too hep for my taste.
Posted 19 years ago by jberko    [ Reply ]
has anyone seen the movie "gloomy sunday" this song comes from? it is a very good german movie
Posted 19 years ago by Theodoransky    [ Reply ]
Too much going on in this version to really convey the suicidal sadness of the song. Still pretty good but other versions are more heartwrenching.
Posted 19 years ago by mrselfdestruct    [ Reply ]