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Bruce Lash — Lithium
Album: Prozak for Lovers II
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Released: 2003
Length: 4:51
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 Baum74 wrote:

Sometimes I wished it was.
Like now.
This cover version is even sin in a biblical sense.
Probably the most inappropriate cover version I ever heard. "Subversive"?? please ...

 
"Sin" can only exist in a biblical sense, and being "inappropriate" makes it "subversive" by definition.
Posted 5 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
what
Posted 15 years ago by cayenne    [ Reply ]
 Frater_Kork wrote:
I'm adding my straw to the Quite likeable pile in order to balance out the Sucko Barfo crowd, note that I am not bashing the naysayers.
This is shaping up to be a most excellent rating curve, provocative music isn't for everyone, you all have your own tastes.
 

That's not a curve —- it's a left inclined distribution that says "BILL, THIS SONG (AND ALBUM) REALLY SUCK!  GIVE US ALL A BREAK AND FILE IT WITH JAMES BLUNT!!"
Posted 15 years ago by keller1    [ Reply ]
I'm adding my straw to the Quite likeable pile in order to balance out the Sucko Barfo crowd, note that I am not bashing the naysayers.
This is shaping up to be a most excellent rating curve, provocative music isn't for everyone, you all have your own tastes.
Posted 15 years ago by Frater_Kork    [ Reply ]
 Baum74 wrote:

This cover version is even sin in a biblical sense.

 

Funny.

"Sin in a biblical sense".

I mean, I absolutely LOVE Nirvana's Nevermind - still. It magically stays crisp & fresh up to this very day.

BUT,

I also like this musicians take on Lithium. Must be loads of fun to do this kind of stuff...
taking a song and robbing it of all it's aggressiveness & "rock attitude" & of course saving/keeping the lyrics...then putting it in a "girl from ipanema"-environment.

It made me smile. Imagining this getting played in a stupid-business-men-lounge for example.

And I think it's one of the pretty well done covers.


Posted 15 years ago by Nadine    [ Reply ]
 Geecheeboy wrote:
C'mon, folks.  Music is not cancer surgery. Don't take yourself so seriously.  GOSH!
 
Sometimes I wished it was.
Like now.
This cover version is even sin in a biblical sense.
Probably the most inappropriate cover version I ever heard. "Subversive"?? please ...

Posted 15 years ago by Baum74    [ Reply ]

A really interesting take on a great song.  Thanks for playing this Bill !


Posted 15 years ago by markoirl    [ Reply ]
I certainly mean no disrespect to those grappling with bipolar disorder or any affliction for which lithium-based medications are typically prescribed but folks, really... LIGHTEN UP!  This guy has taken one of the most depressing songs from one of the most depressing (and depressed) artists of our time and set it to a frickin' LOUNGE GROOVE!  I mean come on; taking it serously is just, well... silly.  Instead, try shaking up an icy cold martini, slide on your comfiest slippers, slip on your smoking jacket, sit back and take a big, deep breath of CHILL.  Simply try to enjoy it for what it is... a total goof on what is, amazingly enough, pop culture.

{#Cheers}
Posted 15 years ago by crogers    [ Reply ]
 HarrO wrote:
Great Cover!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
Unorthodox, at the least.

Which is a commendation by itself.

Posted 15 years ago by Bleyfusz    [ Reply ]
Subversive, playful and kinda hip...Just what I appreciate about RP!
{#Chillpill}{#Cool}
Posted 15 years ago by btilrn    [ Reply ]
C'mon, folks.  Music is not cancer surgery. Don't take yourself so seriously.  GOSH!
Posted 15 years ago by Geecheeboy    [ Reply ]
 _Bruce_ wrote:
10 seconds into this and I was so atonished by how bad this is that "what the f**k" just came bursting out of my mouth... For the sake of common decency please don't ever play this song again.
 

whats next? how come RP doesn't play muzak version of the beatle's songs? this is crap.

Posted 15 years ago by rickhoran    [ Reply ]
I really hated this nice elevator music at first.  Then I thought about the cover, then I noticed teh name of the album, and got a little chuckle.  2 ->4
Posted 15 years ago by cvandoren    [ Reply ]
 SusieQ wrote:

Agreed.  Bill is a smart one.  Despite my gripe that, overall, the music played on RP is much too sullen (really - good smart music doesn't have to be), Bill has created a medium for some of the most entertaining (intelligent and creative) musical commentary on the internet. I love the quirky pictures people post. I could spend hours reading and laughing and LEARNING (thank you fellow listeners and Bill..for sharing all your musical knowledge) for hours and hours ....  

ohh!..I'm at work... 
 

I know what you mean about being at work.  One can really get distracted with these song comments.  Also, it's always a little disconcerting to read screeds you may have written a year ago.  Not that I've ever done that of course. {#Angel}
Posted 15 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
10 seconds into this and I was so atonished by how bad this is that "what the f**k" just came bursting out of my mouth... For the sake of common decency please don't ever play this song again.


Posted 15 years ago by _Bruce_    [ Reply ]
Great Cover!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted 15 years ago by HarrO    [ Reply ]
 Proclivities wrote:
Pretty humorless bunch of disgruntled listeners for this tune.

 
Exactly, just about the only one who gets it.

Posted 15 years ago by The_Mrs    [ Reply ]

I like it. . .

Posted 15 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]
 sbird wrote:
I kinda like it - subversive...

Bill needs to keep playing songs like this - why? So that we get to be amused by the pithy humorous comments that everyone writes criticizing it - I've never laughed so hard reading song comments; especially "If you think of Radio Paradise as Bertie Bott's "Every Flavor Beans", this is the ear wax flavor."
 
Agreed.  Bill is a smart one.  Despite my gripe that, overall, the music played on RP is much too sullen (really - good smart music doesn't have to be), Bill has created a medium for some of the most entertaining (intelligent and creative) musical commentary on the internet. I love the quirky pictures people post. I could spend hours reading and laughing and LEARNING (thank you fellow listeners and Bill..for sharing all your musical knowledge) for hours and hours ....  

ohh!..I'm at work... 
Posted 15 years ago by SusieQ    [ Reply ]
 iam_overlord wrote:
This song has the lowest rating I've ever seen on RP.
 
People, unclench you jaws, take a deep breath..now another..repeat. Your fingernails are digging into you palms, slowly open up your hands..that's right.. all the way open. You are scowling, open up you eyes wide and blink a couple of times, roll your shoulders....good, now rub your neck...that's right ...keep breathing. Relax...feel that stress float away...now ...is that pain behind you eyes receding? Peace... {#Chillpill} {#Sunny}
Posted 15 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
Beautiful chord changes. A bit of a disconnect with the words, of course, but so smooth. 
Posted 15 years ago by FlatCat    [ Reply ]
 The_Mrs wrote:

Being bi-polar myself I feel I am entitled as any to reply. "Bruce-Baby" didn't write this song, you want to see mental illness at it's worst? Google the man who DID write Lithium, Kurt Cobain. I can guarantee you, no one was making fun of the drug or those who needed it while writing or performing a cover of this song. Check your facts before you blast. {#Chillpill}

Both the original and the cover of this are great, leave the songs.

 

Great Statement! You got right to the heart of the matter!
Posted 15 years ago by redstorm    [ Reply ]
Unmitigated novelty fare! LOL

Posted 15 years ago by lmic    [ Reply ]
Just voted with the crowd:  1.
Posted 15 years ago by westslope    [ Reply ]
ha! awesome.
Posted 15 years ago by zipper    [ Reply ]
 The_Mrs wrote:

Being bi-polar myself I feel I am entitled as any to reply. "Bruce-Baby" didn't write this song, you want to see mental illness at it's worst? Google the man who DID write Lithium, Kurt Cobain. I can guarantee you, no one was making fun of the drug or those who needed it while writing or performing a cover of this song. Check your facts before you blast. {#Chillpill}

Both the original and the cover of this are great, leave the songs.

 
i think all he's trying to say is that the tone doesn't seem to match up perfectly with the message.  and i can see where he's coming from.

Posted 15 years ago by govna    [ Reply ]
different... but somehow soothing ..
Posted 15 years ago by nova_harahap    [ Reply ]
Jokes over!
Posted 15 years ago by whtahtefcuk    [ Reply ]
I need Prozac now please...
Posted 15 years ago by hungrywoman    [ Reply ]
 Quixmundi wrote:
Lousy song...lousy topic. Not funny when you live with a bi-polar and have to care for her and lithium is one of the only medications that eases her misery during episodes. Come live in my shoes Bruce-Baby and see how clever singing smart ass lyrics about life saving drugs isn't. Please take this dumb music off RP!!!!
 
Being bi-polar myself I feel I am entitled as any to reply. "Bruce-Baby" didn't write this song, you want to see mental illness at it's worst? Google the man who DID write Lithium, Kurt Cobain. I can guarantee you, no one was making fun of the drug or those who needed it while writing or performing a cover of this song. Check your facts before you blast. {#Chillpill}

Both the original and the cover of this are great, leave the songs.

Posted 15 years ago by The_Mrs    [ Reply ]
Lousy song...lousy topic. Not funny when you live with a bi-polar and have to care for her and lithium is one of the only medications that eases her misery during episodes. Come live in my shoes Bruce-Baby and see how clever singing smart ass lyrics about life saving drugs isn't. Please take this dumb music off RP!!!!
Posted 15 years ago by Quixmundi    [ Reply ]
Great tune! And you all are Sucko-barfo slaves {#Whipit}
Easy 10 from me with no regrades

Bill, please more chill on PR! {#Chillpill} {#Chillpill} {#Chillpill} {#Chillpill}
Posted 15 years ago by alezz_ua    [ Reply ]
Meh. I'm a huge fan of the original, one of my favourite Nirvana songs so it would be tough to come close. Not sure if I can really say he's really added anything with this version, first time I heard it and it seemed to blend into the background.

Oh wait a minute - he did clarify one of the words in the song  - "I'm not gonna crack" vs "quit"...so many that counts for something (I'm reaching here....)
Posted 15 years ago by kellis    [ Reply ]
 iam_overlord wrote:
This song has the lowest rating I've ever seen on RP.
 
You haven't seen heard Sarah McLachlan's version of Solsbury Hill.


Posted 15 years ago by AliGator    [ Reply ]
I kinda like it - subversive...

Bill needs to keep playing songs like this - why? So that we get to be amused by the pithy humorous comments that everyone writes criticizing it - I've never laughed so hard reading song comments; especially "If you think of Radio Paradise as Bertie Bott's "Every Flavor Beans", this is the ear wax flavor."

Posted 15 years ago by sbird    [ Reply ]
Pretty humorless bunch of disgruntled listeners for this tune.

Posted 15 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
This song has the lowest rating I've ever seen on RP.
Posted 15 years ago by iam_overlord    [ Reply ]
that was fun.
Posted 15 years ago by tputkey    [ Reply ]
This is really pretty good. Yes, of course, at first it is a shock to hear a cover like this but it's actually a tribute to the original. Listen to it and you will see this does work. {#Music}
Posted 15 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
 Aegean wrote:

Right!  So, by that logic, you'll appreciate a cow patty in place of your burger when you order a Big Mac now and then, right? 
 
If you would accept a Big Mac in place of a burger, you're not doing much for your case against this song.

Posted 15 years ago by cosmiclint    [ Reply ]

I didn't like the original.

This really blows, though.


Posted 15 years ago by keller1    [ Reply ]

It is really fun to hear this...you can still play the original as a second track, played just a beat behind the cover, and i really like it!  {#Devil_pimp} we've gotta listen to music on many levels

Posted 15 years ago by redstorm    [ Reply ]
If you think of Radio Paradise as Bertie Bott’s "Every Flavor Beans", this is the ear wax flavor.


Posted 15 years ago by Shimmer    [ Reply ]
BRUCE!!! ummm yah..RICHARD CHEESE called and he wants his act back!
Posted 15 years ago by d00kie    [ Reply ]
You know, I've always been a strong opponent of the death penalty.

This, " Artist," has forced me to rethink my entire position on that...... 
Posted 15 years ago by jhorton    [ Reply ]
This ought not be allowed.

I'd sooner trim my toenails with a Cuisinart than listen to this song/album.
Posted 15 years ago by LastChance    [ Reply ]
Better than the original.
Posted 15 years ago by appst89    [ Reply ]
This guy shouldn't insult the dead like this.
Posted 15 years ago by n4ku    [ Reply ]
 supremo wrote:
Despite the low ratings this song gets, I hope Bill keeps playing stuff like this.  It's exactly what I come to RP for.  Variety, originality.  This doesn't happen on very many stations.  It almost adds a little wit to the programming, like a little inside joke or something.  Brought a smile to my face, I guess is all I'm saying, and I hope it doesn't stop.
 
Go, Supremo, Go! Uh huh! Uh huh! {#Bananasplit}
Posted 15 years ago by tnt_thomas    [ Reply ]

  OMG Bill !!!!!!!   ~  I'm howling in pain !!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Posted 15 years ago by arissimo    [ Reply ]
I like it!!!...I'm not gonna cry.
Posted 15 years ago by HonduranRed    [ Reply ]
and still, it's awful.  I want a score less than 1.

Posted 15 years ago by bluefrog    [ Reply ]
I'm sure Bruce is a really nice guy but somehow me thinks Kurt is spinning in his grave.

Posted 15 years ago by Antochius    [ Reply ]
 supremo wrote:
Despite the low ratings this song gets, I hope Bill keeps playing stuff like this.  It's exactly what I come to RP for.  Variety, originality.  This doesn't happen on very many stations.  It almost adds a little wit to the programming, like a little inside joke or something.  Brought a smile to my face, I guess is all I'm saying, and I hope it doesn't stop.
 
 I think Supremo says it best!

Posted 15 years ago by bindi    [ Reply ]
I think it's a pretty cool version - funny at least!
Posted 15 years ago by bindi    [ Reply ]
What the......??

I almost got whip-lash doing a double-take upon hearing this song.  Nirvana a la Lounge Lizard style?  LOL!  Don't know quite what to think of this but I have to tip my hat at the artist having the guts to do it....

Posted 15 years ago by Highlowsel    [ Reply ]
sounds like Richard Cheese... if Richard Cheese took himeself seriously. 
Posted 15 years ago by JerrytheMoose    [ Reply ]
this is great.....
Posted 15 years ago by twalker    [ Reply ]
 splooge wrote:
Much better than the original. {#Yes}
 

This. {#Clap}

I just never understood the fawning over Cobain.

Posted 15 years ago by tg3k    [ Reply ]
 supremo wrote:
Despite the low ratings this song gets, I hope Bill keeps playing stuff like this.  It's exactly what I come to RP for.  Variety, originality.  This doesn't happen on very many stations.  It almost adds a little wit to the programming, like a little inside joke or something.  Brought a smile to my face, I guess is all I'm saying, and I hope it doesn't stop.
 

I don't mind trying new things, but if something doesn't work about 6-12 spins, let it die.
Posted 15 years ago by wade44    [ Reply ]

We need a dance remix! And a country remix.

 lattalo wrote:

This is so funny, Nirvana as elevator music!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   Bill you rock!!  {#Lol}

 


Posted 15 years ago by Rantipole    [ Reply ]
Nirvana elevator music.I thought I would hear it in my lifetime, just not this soon. Next up: Eminem elevator music. Hopefully, I am in my 60s by the time that happens, not 30s like this one!

Posted 15 years ago by wade44    [ Reply ]
Despite the low ratings this song gets, I hope Bill keeps playing stuff like this.  It's exactly what I come to RP for.  Variety, originality.  This doesn't happen on very many stations.  It almost adds a little wit to the programming, like a little inside joke or something.  Brought a smile to my face, I guess is all I'm saying, and I hope it doesn't stop.
Posted 15 years ago by supremo    [ Reply ]
Wow every one hates it. What's a Grouch to do?

10+ ... does this one go to 11?
Posted 15 years ago by Oscar_the_Grouch    [ Reply ]
 obzidian wrote:
Oh Dear....{#No}
 
Agreed. I suppose it would help if I liked boring music in the first place. 2

Posted 15 years ago by Mark_Moosier    [ Reply ]
LOL! {#Bounce}
Posted 15 years ago by mikec    [ Reply ]
Creative.
Posted 15 years ago by Papernapkin    [ Reply ]

This works for me, points to the strength of the original song...good man Bill :)



Posted 15 years ago by markoirl    [ Reply ]
this is horrible!!! irritating and violates the original song.
Posted 15 years ago by kcy77    [ Reply ]
 Ndugu wrote:
Bruce told us about this song for Songfacts. He was looking for songs that were hard or angry or alienated so he could make them soothing. Kind of the opposite of what Vanilla Fudge would do. Check it out:

Lithium

 
I understand what the guy is trying to do, but...{#Puke}
Posted 15 years ago by smilestoomuch    [ Reply ]
Ha ha! Quite amusing. I don't want to hear this in regular rotation, but I'm glad to know about this album, and its predecessor. Would be fun to throw on at a party. I have an old "Big Daddy" CD. Same sort of thing.
Posted 15 years ago by ginger    [ Reply ]
{#Roflol}Didn't William Shatner cover a few tunes as well?


Posted 15 years ago by jptl    [ Reply ]
Love it! Fun stuff.
Posted 15 years ago by Rod    [ Reply ]
Hmm...sounds like blasphemy to me. 
Posted 15 years ago by erichb    [ Reply ]
This, while not totally offensive, just doesn't work.  Next!
Posted 15 years ago by Rantipole    [ Reply ]
Oh Dear....{#No}
Posted 15 years ago by obzidian    [ Reply ]
This is so funny, Nirvana as elevator music!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   Bill you rock!!  {#Lol}

Posted 15 years ago by lattalo    [ Reply ]
I never want to hear this again.
Posted 15 years ago by HoneyBearKelly    [ Reply ]
ick
Posted 15 years ago by Betta    [ Reply ]
Bruce told us about this song for Songfacts. He was looking for songs that were hard or angry or alienated so he could make them soothing. Kind of the opposite of what Vanilla Fudge would do. Check it out:

Lithium

Posted 15 years ago by Ndugu    [ Reply ]
 splooge wrote:
Much better than the original. {#Yes}
 
Yes, very refreshing after hearing the original a couple hundred times. Say ahhh ,  then chuckle-why so serious?.


Posted 15 years ago by fuh2    [ Reply ]
I so want this record. I love this! hahaha.....

I'm always in the minority with my opinions, aren't I? lol.
Posted 15 years ago by Marley    [ Reply ]
Worst song I've EVER heard on Radio Paradise ?
It's in the top 3, that's for sure.

My wife just walked in and was instantly revulsed.
Biiiiiiiiiillllllll !!!!!

HOW COULD YOU ?!

all agree,  "my, this is terrible, isn't it ?"


Posted 15 years ago by bluefrog    [ Reply ]
I really cannot listen to this song. Really sickening............

Posted 15 years ago by Jim__Sheila    [ Reply ]
Frighteningly enough, this actually works.  Well, mostly.
Posted 15 years ago by scarletdancer    [ Reply ]
I find it quite humorous in a twisted sort of way. I wonder if Richard Cheese knows this guy is stealing his schtick.

Posted 15 years ago by bugleboy624    [ Reply ]
Oh.   My.  God.
Bill, please don't put us through that pain again!  {#No}

Posted 15 years ago by Bear1492    [ Reply ]
I've heard two songs from this recording and they're both hilarious.  I can't wait to hear Cities in Dust done by this guy.   Siouxsie and the Banshees done to a bosso nova beat!
Posted 15 years ago by Bridieboo    [ Reply ]
"What do you get when you kiss a boy"... totally ripped off the beat and phrasing.

Burt Bacharach would be proud.

Posted 15 years ago by RadioDoc    [ Reply ]
Unusual covers of Cobain's songs tend to show what an amazing songwriter he was. Removed from the grunge sonic context, it's clear that his song structures and lyrics can stand on their own. Heard Tori's cover of Smells Like Teen Spirit?
Posted 15 years ago by alaken    [ Reply ]
Much better than the original. {#Yes}
Posted 15 years ago by splooge    [ Reply ]
TheFriendlyCat wrote:
{#Ask} um... seriously? entertaining, i must admit, but probably only the first time.


And then only for the first 15-20 seconds. After that the realization and horror of what they're doing starts to set in.
Posted 15 years ago by Stave    [ Reply ]

Great! In small doses, of course.  Please don't overdo it!


Posted 15 years ago by bluemoon88    [ Reply ]
where is the -9000 rating when you need it?

{#Puke}
Posted 15 years ago by gumby    [ Reply ]
I think they play this CD, on continuous repeat, in Hell.
Posted 15 years ago by chyk5    [ Reply ]
My that's just terrible, isn't it?
Posted 15 years ago by jhorton    [ Reply ]

God, this cd is full of lame covers.  This guy seems to think that by just by slowing a song down and giving it a new beat it's going to be hip, cool and wonderful.  WRONG!


Posted 15 years ago by F1    [ Reply ]
{#Ask} um... seriously?   entertaining, i must admit, but probably only the first time.


Posted 15 years ago by TheFriendlyCat    [ Reply ]
 montanasara wrote:
Kurt Cobain is rolling in his grave.
 

naw, i think he'd have a good sense of humor about it, actually.
Posted 15 years ago by annie_fannie    [ Reply ]
 montanasara wrote:
Kurt Cobain is rolling in his grave.
 
doubt it
Posted 15 years ago by daveesh    [ Reply ]
Funny!  Got my attention. 
Posted 15 years ago by casey1024    [ Reply ]
It's just plain funny!
Posted 15 years ago by coolpeople_rule    [ Reply ]
I'm thinking "WTF?!" and look at the album title.  {#Lol}  This may or may not fall into the "sincerest form of flattery" bucket, but it's funny as hell.
Posted 15 years ago by WonderLizard    [ Reply ]
This just work for me. The novelty wears off quickly and then you're stuck with crap.
Posted 15 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
Make it stop!!!  {#Puke}
Posted 15 years ago by dgavenda    [ Reply ]
This brings a big, stupid smile to my face. Auto 7.
Posted 15 years ago by lathyris    [ Reply ]
This from Bruce Lash's website https://brucelash.org/

Bruce has also recently begun playing live shows, after a fashion, in the metaverse Second Life. He streams stripped down, acoustic guitar and vocal, performances live from his home to an international crowd as avatar Winston Ackland.


Posted 15 years ago by KeithT    [ Reply ]
lol album name fits and ya have to admit ya wonder what next verse is or what Vol 1 sounds like
Posted 15 years ago by stkman    [ Reply ]
 KeithT wrote:
...way outta-touch-with-reality sorta way.
 
I think that's where the Prozak comes in ...

Posted 15 years ago by themotion    [ Reply ]
Please make it stop{#No}
Posted 15 years ago by JBRare    [ Reply ]
Kurt Cobain is rolling in his grave.
Posted 15 years ago by montanasara    [ Reply ]
Great album name
Posted 15 years ago by Leslie    [ Reply ]
I really dislike it, though the arrangement seems to work with the lyrics - in kind of a pathetic, oblivious, way outta-touch-with-reality sorta way.
Posted 15 years ago by KeithT    [ Reply ]
 djengs wrote:
Lovely. Have to go now- this is my floor.
 


Posted 15 years ago by AliGator    [ Reply ]
Now this is hysterical. Great cover art, too.


Posted 15 years ago by brander    [ Reply ]
Lovely. Have to go now- this is my floor.
Posted 15 years ago by djengs    [ Reply ]
Great
like super great dessert
one or two bites and it's ENOUGH
but WOW what a taste!
Posted 15 years ago by SuzenJueL    [ Reply ]
 Kahnchris wrote:
Make it your own!


I'm pretty sure the original didn't have a pan flute ... or maracas.

Posted 15 years ago by themotion    [ Reply ]
gotta appreciate Bill's sense of humor on this one...but my teeth are hurting now.  please.  stop.
Posted 15 years ago by zakfoy    [ Reply ]
Ick.
Posted 15 years ago by n4ku    [ Reply ]