– "Respect" by Aretha Franklin – Originally written by Otis Redding, Franklin’s version became an anthem for empowerment. –
– "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinéad O'Connor – Written by Prince, O'Connor's emotional rendition gained global acclaim. –
– "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston – Though originally by Dolly Parton, Houston's cover gave the song new life and success. –
– "The Man Who Sold the World" by Nirvana (unplugged version) & Lulu – David Bowie’s song reinterpreted by Lulu in a bold new way. –
– "Tainted Love" by Soft Cell & Gloria Jones – Originally recorded by Gloria Jones, her soulful version remains iconic. –
– "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper – Originally by Robert Hazard, Lauper turned it into a feminist pop anthem. –
– "Piece of My Heart" by Janis Joplin – Erma Franklin first sang it, but Joplin's raw version made it unforgettable. –
– "You’ve Got a Friend" by Carole King & James Taylor – Written by King but Taylor’s and King’s interpretations complement each other. –
– "I Say a Little Prayer" by Aretha Franklin – Originally recorded by Dionne Warwick, Franklin’s soulful take is legendary. –
"Killing Me Softly with His Song" by Roberta Flack – Flack's version of a song by Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel became a classic.