Versions: "Slippery People" by The Staple Singers

Versions: a weekly exploration of covers, dubs, remixes, and other takes.

I'm a sucker for a good cover especially if it it makes the original more dance floor friendly. This 1984 Staple Singers take on "Slippery People" is a perfect example, tightening up the slack of the original by the Talking Heads. There's an urgent energy in the combination Mavis' vocals and the synthed out post disco groove that amplifies the vibe making it perfect for dancing.

Here's the original by the Talking Heads

And just for fun here are live versions by both bands!

"Slippery People" from "Stop Making Sense"

The Staple Singers on Soul Train

Thanks for checking out the first installment of Versions: a weekly exploration of covers, dubs, remixes, and other takes. Let me know about some of your favorite covers in the comments!