Wimoweh

[papadeedee]

I'm not a cruel man but shee !.... What is it about this song ?

https://youtu.be/SrEN7cAy4Dk
https://youtu.be/fy4olDeiUhQ

And now the real version by Karl Denver, I think it is amazing vocal acrobatics
https://youtu.be/ZsDnjM9xVpw

[JohnT]

Hi Brian yes I agree. You have to admire them for trying. John

[KRUG]

Karl Denver did a version but not a patch on Ladysmith Black Mambazo in my opinion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJF87m4_k88

Keith

[JohnT]

Hi Keith. A nice version. Enjoyed listen. John

[Mike Bracchi]

Karl Denver did a version but not a patch on Ladysmith Black Mambazo in my opinion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJF87m4_k88

Keith

Wotcha Brian, John and Keith,

Now to me, there is no comparison whatsoever - it's sorta like a Ford Focus trying to 'stack-up against' a Koenigsegg Agera R ... with the Focus being Ladysmith Black Mambazo!

Karl Denver every-time for me

[papadeedee]

Hi Keith and Mike,
I Think these are two entirely different takes and can't really be compared. Karl Denver's vocals are unique and outstanding. On the other hand, I think Ladysmith's is probably more authentic as it is an African tune.
I actually lived in South Africa for about five years, two in Durban and three in Zululand. I remember well when I lived in the centre of Durban, from time to time, a native African would sing up at my window (begging basically) and you would throw some change down to him. Some of the voices were unbelievably good.
Memories,
Brian D