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The piano rendition of Alice Deejay's "Better Off Alone" surprisingly unveils a beautiful and unexpected transformation of the classic Eurodance hit

Back in 1998, Alice Deejay's "Better Off Alone" dominated the commercialdance charts with its irresistibly hummable lead synth melody. Today, even if the name doesn't ring a bell, the tune is undoubtedly familiar.

In a fresh take, Rotterdam's Analogue Dear has transformed this chart-topping Eurodance anthem into a beautifully melancholic composition. Stripping away the layers, Analogue Dear delicately teases out hints of the iconic hook on a piano bathed in reverb. Interpreting a notoriously cheesy Eurodance anthem with such seriousness may seem like a stretch, but somehow, the transformation works seamlessly, creating a surprisingly moving rendition.

Listen to "Better Off Alone in B Major" below (via FACT).

The instantly recognizable lead synth melody of Alice Deejay's "Better Off Alone" dominated the commercial dance charts back in 1998, making it impossible to escape. Even if the name doesn't immediately resonate, you undoubtedly know the tune.

In a fresh and stripped-down cover, Rotterdam's Analogue Dear has transformed this chart-topping song into a beautifully melancholic composition. With a reverb-drenched piano, Analogue Dear delicately coaxes out hints of the iconic hook. The serious interpretation of a notoriously cheesy Eurodance anthem might seem like a stretch, but remarkably,it works, creating a moving and unexpectedly profound rendition of the classic track.

29/07/2017