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15 Acoustic Covers Better Than The Originals

Time to update your Spotify playlist.

Sep 15, 2015

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15 Acoustic Covers Better Than The Originals

1. "What Do You Mean" - Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber may be annoying, but he sure is talented. If you don't believe me, watch him SLAY the acoustic version of his new and unbearably catchy song.

2. "XO"- John Mayer (Originally performed by Beyoncé)

What? Someone did it better than Beyonce? IMPOSSIBLE! This version isn't necessarily "better," but it is more calming and peaceful.

3. "Wake Me Up" (Acoustic) - Aloe Blacc

This song was easily recognizable by Avicii's DJ beats, but it actually sounds better on its own.

4. "Behind These Hazel Eyes" (Live) - Kelly Clarkson

Throwback to everyone's fourth grade break up anthem. Listening to Kelly's acoustic version will bring back the nostalgia.

5. "Shake it Off" - Us the Duo (Originally performed by Taylor Swift)

Whoever decided to make this song a duet was brilliant. If you have a short attention span, skip to the chorus.

6. "Dark Horse"- Megan Davies (Originally Performed by Katy Perry)

Plot twist: these girls can rap (skip to 2:35 if you don't believe me).

7. "Maps" - Corey Gray ft. Ali Brutofski (Originally performed by Maroon 5)

Adam Levine is perfect, but this song might be stronger as a duet.

8. "Fast Car"- Boyce Avenue ft. Kina Grannis (Originally performed by Tracy Chapman)

9. "Earned It"- Kina Grannis (Originally performed by The Weekend)

Okay, so it's not exactly acoustic because it's a harp ... but it's still very soothing.

10. "Like I Can"- Gardiner Sisters (Originally performed by Sam Smith)

11. "Poison" (Acoustic) - Rita Ora

12. "Blank Space/Style Mash-up" - Louisa Wendorff (Originally performed by Taylor Swift)

There's a reason that this video went viral. Even T-Swift loved it!

13. "Flaws" (Acoustic) - Bastille

14. "Give Your Heart a Break" (Live Piano Version) - Demi Lovato

A piano isn't technically "acoustic" but Demi's talent in this video will turn you into a Lovatic.

15. "Chandelier" (Piano Version)- Sia

It's not exactly something that you would blast on the dance floor, but this version will make you appreciate Sia's unique tone.

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