Jessie J Covers Taylor Swift

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Everyone loves a good cover, and today there is no better reinterpretation to stream than Jessie J‘s acoustic version of Taylor Swift‘s inescapable hit, “I Knew You Were Trouble.”

Nine times out of ten, cover songs are released within weeks of the original’s release. Especially in the digital age, bands seem to believe the best way to cash in on a cover is to directly compete with the original for playtime with music fans. Jessie J doesn’t see things this way, and earlier today released a stirring acoustic cover of Taylor Swift’s 2012 hit “I Knew You Were Trouble.” It’s as catchy as ever, but when stripped down to bare bones, the song boasts far more heart than we remembered. Click here to stream the cover.

Jessie J is still working to become a household name in the states, but she’s sure to win over a few new listeners after this cover. She is no Taylor Swift, but her take on “I Knew You Were Trouble” is certainly good enough to lead a handful of curious music fans to see what else the songstress has to offer. Comment below and let us know your thoughts on the cover.