Watch FKA Twigs Perform A Dark Cover Of Sia’s ‘Elastic Heart’

FKA Twigs stopped by BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge to perform a track off her recent release, M3LL155x, and a cover of Sia’s hit “Elastic Heart.” Artists covering other artists on Live Lounge is basically a necessity; if your favorite artist is appearing on the BBC Radio 1 show, expect them to perform a cover. One of the more recent Live Lounge covers included Kelly Clarkson covering Rihanna’s “B*tch Better Have My Money,” in which she changed the lyrics slightly and made the song her own.

FKA Twigs’ cover of Sia’s track is darker and not as dramatic as the original, but, for the most part, it’s kept very similar. One of the major differences between Sia’s original and the cover – besides FKA Twigs haunting vocals – is that FKA Twigs’ face isn’t hidden behind a massive blonde wig. FKA Twigs isn’t a pop artist like Sia, so you shouldn’t expect her to sing the track like a pop song. She and her band kept it simple with just a guitar, bass, and synth to create a breathtaking cover.

To go above and beyond other performer’s who have stepped in the Live Lounge, FKA Twigs included a background dancer for her performance, which just added to the already amazing performance.

(via Pitchfork)

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