First thing I'm gonna say is that I obviously much, much prefer the original (it's pretty much a perfect song, IMHO).

But for me, it's kind of fun to hear a rocked-up version of the track. I don't mind listening to pop songs that have had an injection of some steroids. I know that many others will feel the opposite. They'll wonder what the point is and complain that this was a waste of time and effort. And of course, I respect that. We're all different.

In the end, I'm not gonna play this nearly as much as I play the original. That isn't the case, however, with some of Tommy's other covers. I have never heard versions of Hallelujah, The Sound of Silence, or Alone that I prefer to Tommy's. I might also be able to add Headless Cross, The Price, I'll See You In My Dreams, and Sign of the Times to that list.

so, with that said, bring the hate (and the love)...

Africa