Who did Mad World first?

Who did Mad World first?

Tears for Fears
“Mad World” is a 1982 song by British band Tears for Fears. Written by Roland Orzabal and sung by bassist Curt Smith, it was the band’s third single release and first chart hit, reaching number three on the UK Singles Chart in November 1982.

Did REM cover Mad World?

This is NOT a REM’s song. The original version is from Tears for Fears released in 1982. Later, in 2001, Gary Jules made an awesome cover of it, probably the one you are listening to.

Who originally wrote Mad World song?

Roland OrzabalMad World / ComposerRoland Orzabal is an English musician, singer-songwriter, record producer, and author. He is best known as a co-founder of Tears for Fears, of which he is the main songwriter and joint vocalist. Orzabal has been the only constant member of the band, having appeared on every Tears for Fears studio album. Wikipedia

How many Mad World covers are there?

Mad World Covers | Top 25 Covers ever by Amazing artists….2.69M subscribers.

When did Mad World come out?

2001Mad World / Released

What is the story behind the song Mad World?

This song is about a depressed young person who feels out of place in this world. He sees life as being empty, and looks for ways to escape the pain.

What was Mad World written about?

“Mad World” is written from the perspective of an angsty teenager, if you will. What really has him on guard is what he perceives as the deadening redundancy of the everyday world. And there are two general scenarios he uses to illustrate this point.

Who is the singer of REM?

Michael Stipe
Bill BerryMike Mills
R.E.M./Singers

What movie is Mad World song from?

Donnie DarkoMad World / Movie

What is the best cover of Mad World?

Below, Billboard rounds up some of the best interpretations of “Mad World,” starting with the most recent.

• Demi Lovato (2021)
• Kelly Clarkson (2021)
• Pentatonix (2020)
• Brandi Carlile (2020)
• Ally Brooke (2017)
• Adam Lambert (2009)
• Gary Jules and Michael Andrews (2001)