I've been listening to the Hollies version of this (which is the first version that was a hit, but not the first that was recorded) pretty regularly lately. I've no idea what's up with that. Although it's become apparent to me that Radiohead's "Creep" might not exist without it.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
No cigarettes. No sleep. No light. No sound.
I've been listening to the Hollies version of this (which is the first version that was a hit, but not the first that was recorded) pretty regularly lately. I've no idea what's up with that. Although it's become apparent to me that Radiohead's "Creep" might not exist without it.
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I prefer the Hank Williams Jr version --it sounds a lot like the Mavericks version, actually, but better. It's worth checking out.
I always loved this song...both The Hollies' version as well as the one my childhood idol (Olivia)performed. I'm excited about these other renditions, too! Awesome site! THANKS!
My mind's kinda blown because I was actually listening to the Hollies' version when I clicked onto your post...cosmic. Thanks for the covers!
Wow, I wonder if this is why I like Radiohead so much. Maybe this Hollies version was in my subconcious. I did't realize I was was listening to a cover when listening to Radiohead. Ya know, George Harrison was successfully sued for "unconcious plagarism" by the copyright owner of the Chiffon's "He's So Fine" for his song "My Sweet Lord". I bet AH/MH could get a few bucks from Thom Yorke. This tune is so close, it's creepy.
Thanks for the great music.
No Semisonic?
I love you, I honestly love you.
Thanks for including Olivia Newton-John :-|
The dancers in that clip are way off. Especially that guy around the -2:25 mark.
Where did the Hollies get their name?
Believe the original was done by Albert Hammond.
Every time i check your blog, this is always a pleasure. This is the first time i post a comment (my english is a bit approximative). I have a lack of vocabulary to explain my feelings about your posts. But i want to thank you. You are a kind of santa to me, but for the whole year.
pom pom pom... what will be the surprise of today ? And i'm glad for ten minutes...
Sorry I'm coming to this post a bit late. But, I must submit my favorite version of this great song, by k.d. lang. Yeah, yeah, I know...I used to make fun of k.d. lang as much as anybody else, until I actually heard her sing (her album Drag, in which every song is smoking related). This is a fantasically beautiful song, particularly when played very loudly and accompanied by lithe undergrad modern dancers in skimpy pajamas fleeting about the floor (as it was when I first heard it).
Because I'm cool like that, I even have a link for your listening pleasure:
http://www.hotlinkfiles.com/files/706489_osh6e/TheAirThatIBreathe.mp3
Enjoy! Thanks for the post, and great call on the Radiohead connection.
Wow, I have been obsessed with this song for awhile now. Barry Manilow has a version out there too. Keep up the great work, and thanks.
Mr. Njorl
Is the Steve Wynn really Steve Wynn? If it's really from "Sing Hollies in Reverse" and it's track 4, then it's Eric Ambel, isn't it? I don't mean to criticize, just want to get it right - I love this blog (would have said "site" but didn't want to rhyme!)
Holy shit that Mavericks cover is amazing.
"I bet AH/MH could get a few bucks from Thom Yorke."
They do!
you're so fucking special
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