When Taylor Swift performed a Phil Collins song in the Radio 1 Live Lounge, the internet went absolutely crazy over the emotion and the drama behind the unexpected cover. Swift chose a song released by Collins in 2002 called ‘Can’t Stop Loving You’, and she poured every ounce of feeling she had into it as she was singing.
Swift truly made the song her own, transforming Collins’ more rhythmic version into a bittersweet ballad featuring lush synths and her instantly recognisable vocals. Since it was uploaded to YouTube in 2019, the cover has racked up almost 14.5 million views on YouTube alone, making it an absolute must-watch for fans of Collins, Swift, or just good music in general!
Even die-hard Phil Collins fans were rushing to the video’s comment section to compliment the singer on her choice of song and delivery. “Seeing this beautiful young woman singing a gorgeous Phil Collins number […] blew away my prejudices,” said one viewer, who had never been a fan of Swift before hearing the cover. Some fans are even calling for Swift to upload her version of the song to Spotify so they can listen to it all the time!
Of course, Swift also performed some of her own material during the Live Lounge performance, one of the highlights being her rendition of ‘London Boy’ from her 2019 album, ‘Lover’. Blending candid lyrics with angelic harmonies and driving guitar, Swift absolutely nails this performance, and it’s impossible to take your eyes off her as she sings.
When you think of artists who you would like to hear cover a Phil Collins track, for many Music Man readers out there the first person to come to mind probably isn’t Taylor Swift. As this article has hopefully revealed, however, Swift is more than just a one-trick pony. It seems she can turn her talent for performance to any song she chooses, whether that’s one of her own compositions or one by the legendary Mr. Collins.
Taylor Swift’s heartfelt rendition of Phil Collins’ ‘Can’t Stop Loving You’ showcases her incredible ability to reimagine classic tracks while honoring their original essence. Whether you’re a fan of Collins, Swift, or simply a lover of great music, this cover is an essential listen.
