4. Halestorm – “Bad Romance” (Lady Gaga)
I discovered this cover when I was playing in a cover band. Now, I like Lady Gaga as much as the next manly man, but Halestorm made this song fucking rock. Now the original sounds neutered in comparison. This version is faster, and Lzzy Hale sings it in a higher register showing off her sick chops. Be a manly man and check this out!
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