OFF TOPIC (but almost on): Argentinian “karma” — Two (Country-esque?) covers of the Culture Club tune.
As a total non-musician, I have wondered if “Karma Chameleon” might have potential for a Country cover. Notwithstanding its origin and original focus, having a female voice, and of course some redoing of the instrumentals, might make it suitable for a direct Country appeal.
An additional thought, based on this second cover, is that perhaps simply having a female voice for the bridge alone would be sufficient for Country appeal. Also, the last line of the chorus could be changed to contribute to the story. “Red, gold, and green” are simply Boy George’s favorite colors. You’d be the judge.
Indeed “Boy George,” who wrote the song, noted that the other band members did not like it at first, because they thought that – get this – it sounded too much like a Country song! Their video probably contributed to this sense.
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Below are two covers by bands from Argentina which I believe bring some of this out. Included are my comments on those postings, an additional thought, and pertinent additional material.
IRONICA:
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ROMANTIC & BLUE:
An additional thought, based on this second cover, is that perhaps simply having a female voice for the bridge alone would be sufficient for Country appeal. Also, the last line of the chorus could be changed to contribute to the story. “Red, gold, and green” are simply Boy George’s favorite colors. You’d be the judge.
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ADDITIONAL: Kids Incorporated version, just for fun.
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And, of course, the original group’s performance at a Country bar on “The A-Team”:
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Playlist of covers of this song, including these and by the 1980s young peoples show, “Kids, Incorporated.”
