Comparing Iconic Covers: "Beat It" vs
. "Eat It" Analysis
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Florida Virtual School**We aren't endorsed by this school
Course
ENGLISH 4
Subject
Arts & Humanities
Date
Dec 11, 2024
Pages
2
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Think back to the Respectand Smooth Criminal. Each song was recorded by two separate artists. They had the same lyrics and main ideas, but each performer made the song their own.Now it's your turn. Find and select a unique song that has been recorded by at least two different artists. You're free to choose—it's your project! If you need help, contact your instructor. Explore both versions of the song to understand their background and how each artist made it their own. How are they similar or different? How do they express the artist's identity, or unique style? Then, reflect on and share whatyou've learned. Your reflection should include the following:each song's details, including their title and the artist or group who performed themimages of each artist or grouphow the songs are similar and different, including the instruments, vocals, and moodhow the song and its cover express the identity or unique style of each artistUse correct spelling, grammar, and your music vocabulary so others can understand how much you've learned about each version.The song I chose was “Beat it” and “Eat it” by Michael Jackson and Weird al Yankovic The biggest difference between “Beat it” and “Eat it” is the lyrics and vocals.Michael Jackson’s vocals are much more serious and ominous with the declaration of “Just beat it”. While Weird al Yankovic’s version is much more
unserious and more of a comedic song, with the change of lyrics showing thisoff. The whole song revolves around food and how he doesn't care if you're picky or if you're full. However, both of these songs portray the style of the artist very well, “Beat it” portrays Michael Jacksons more serious and much less comedic style, and Weird al Yankovic’s “Eat it” portrays the exact opposite