10 Musicians Who Ruined Their Careers With One Horrific Cover Song

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10 Musicians Who Ruined Their Careers With One Horrific Cover Song

Some songs should never be covered… Join us as we explore the most catastrophic cover song attempts in music history! From rock legends butchering classics to pop stars mangling iconic hits, these musical missteps derailed careers and left fans bewildered. Which tone-deaf travesty made you cringe the hardest? Our countdown includes Puddle of Mudd’s shrieking take on Nirvana, Jessica Simpson’s seedy "Boots," William Shatner’s bizarre Beatles rendition, and Guns N’ Roses’ band-breaking performance! Let us know in the comments which cover song disaster you think was the worst musical offense!

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Date: August 16, 2025