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Across the Universe

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Although I think "Across the Universe" by Fiona Apple is truely one of the best Beatles Remakes of all time, and I think the live version of "Sleep to Dream" found on this CD single is also an outstanding one, if you are looking just for the song Across the Universe it can be found at less expense on the Pleasantville soundtrack. However, if you are a Fiona Apple fan, I recomend this CD as a collectors item, for a great version of Sleep to Dream, and to own her outstanding version of Across the Universe.

Fiona did it a few years ago with this one.
No one... should even attempt a Beatles song, it's just not right, But FIONA did it so incredibly that she deserves nothing but praise for this new masterpeice and her attempt was justified.
Fiona's love of the Beatles is apparent in everything she writes, its in her blood, you can tell she grew up with it around her.
What makes Fiona great is is her own spin...her beautuful sensual voice and pure honesty adds a new dimension to a song that could never be re-made until Fiona. Thanks Fiona for such a beautiful version.
I know its been years since its out, but til this day...nothing comes close and it still stands the test of time.

I first heard Across the Universe on the Beatle's Blue album a few months back. WOW! I was stunned at how beautiful the song was. Then I found out Fiona Apple had made a remake. I couldn't believe it when I heard this version because it takes John Lennon's masterpiece to new heights. You have to ask yourself how much better Beatles' music would sound if they would have recorded their songs today. For the critics that said the original sounds worse you have to remember that even John Lennon said he was unhappy with the final version(I belive at the time the Beatles were fighting a lot so this song never got much production time or came out the way John Lennon wanted). If you love this song you should check out other Beatles' classics. Anyway this CD is worth it for this song alone.

It's extremely difficult to remake a Beatles song, since the originals are all so great. But Fiona Apple really pulls it off. Her mellow voice and the soft accompaniment suit the song perfectly, and in some ways it's almost better than the Beatles version. For one thing, she plays around with the melody, giving it a flowing, soothing, quality that's just perfect. This is a must-have!

'Across the Universe' is, without a doubt, the best Beatle cover I have ever heard. I think John Lennon would be stunned. Apple sings with subtle virtuosity and understanding. She disguises her art; there is an 'acceptance of fate' conveyed with her beautifully undulating vocal line. The irony of Lennon's refrain 'Nothing's gonna change my world' is captured with unearthly transparency; Apple's vocal manifests an irony we all feel. The orchestration is brilliant and the drumming is phenominal, providing solid yet understated support. I imagine Lennon, had he lived, hearing this for the first time, thinking to himself: 'how did she know'?

I usually cringe at the thought of a new artist remaking a classic song, especially a favorite of mine, but Fiona Apple really pulls this one off. It's kind of trippy and her voice is really relaxed here but it fits the song perfectly.

The vocals are silky and smooth, and the music video to this song was incredible. I have the feeling that John Lennon would be very proud to hear this version of his song.

A haunting song...

Fiona Apple does a marvelous job of covering this classic Beatles tune. I would venture to say that she darn near makes it her own, as her vocals add a wistful, dreamy quality to the song that makes it more appealing than the original recording. Suffice it to say that I don't think that Lennon would have been insulted -- I think that he would have been pleased that his music can be reborn through re-interpretation by such talent as Fiona Apple.

This is a really great cover version. It does rare justice to a stunning original song by honouring the fine points of that version and gently enhancing the vibe to tremendous effect. Well worth five minutes of anybody's time (especially mine).

This is the best remake of any oldie I have ever heard. Fiona's voice gets down in there, deep, and reveals new depths and shades to an already brilliant song. Only song I could listen to over and over again and not get sick of. Great acoustics in the backgroud too. Wish it was released as a single in America so it could get the attention it richly deserves instead of just being on the Pleasantville soundtrack.