paulloebmusic
| | Posted: May 08, 2012 - 10:44 | |
This song is amazing. So amazing that I made a 2012 cover featuring a female vocalist. Check it out, I'm giving it away as a free download: http://paulloeb.net/madworld |
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Steven_G
| | Posted: Mar 22, 2007 - 09:12 | |
Mad World Michael Andrews (Artist), Gary Jules (Artist)
Product Description
This record was first heard on the 2002 soundtrack 'Donnie Darko' & this release has been much awaited since then. Roland Orzabel who wrote 'Mad World' & had a hit with it in 'Tears For Fears' has said that this version is much better then the original. The vocals by Gary Jules compliment the haunting piano riffs beautifully & proves why it is a clear favorite on the soundtrack. Tracks, 'Mad World' (non-LP Frayed Out Mix), 'The Artifact & Living', & 'Mad World' (non-LP Video). Sanctuary. 2003.
From Amazon.com
The Gary Jules version (not the above single) is listed on RP too - (click here).
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SpaceCase
(Lancaster, PA, USA) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:27 | |
Finally, I've heard the Jules version a lot on here lately, it's nice to hear the original, I like both, but maybe the Jules version just a tad bit more....
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Wolf825
| | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:27 | |
Kagin wrote:MUCH prefer Gary Jules' version!
Says it all. |
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sixxstrings
(In an office behind a big brown desk) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:27 | |
67nj wrote:
LOL!!! hilarious! |
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Marr
(Houston (dreaming of Austin)) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:27 | |
savvysearch wrote:The original is fantastic. It's not overproduced, you have to understand the time it was written. It's the 80s which was more about taking listeners on a techno/synth sonic journey like The Cure, Depeche Mode. It's survived nearly 2 decades with decent radio play and still sounds great. Some parts, may seem outdated, but for the most part, the song has carried over pretty well.
I like the Jules version as well, but is it going to be outdated in 5 years when people are tired of precious and minimalistic indy rock? The great thing about the original is that it's well aware of the lyrics' irony. The Jules version OTH, takes the lyrics completely seriously. Both are good, but TF version is the "correct" one since I've heard it first.
It's like the people who say that Sean Connery will always be the best Bond ever. To understand it, you had to be there.
Can't say I agree with the context argument in this case. I was there in the 80's (teens and early 20's) so I do understand the time in which it was written. And I still prefer the Jules version. I also grew up with Connery as Bond and still prefer another. |
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Lonestar
(St.Catharines, ON) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:26 | |
I look like that kid on the cover listening to this inane cheese .
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TeddiB
(Hell, Arizona(meaning, visit, but go away, there's already too many people here!)) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:26 | |
another vote for the Jules' version here
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ginger
| | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:26 | |
Wow, TFF has so many amazing songs. Seems like a waste to play this lame one.
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K-BILLY
(Rockin' in a Cube) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:26 | |
Great Lyrics - Great Song!  |
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sixxstrings
(In an office behind a big brown desk) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:26 | |
I love Tears for Fears!!! long live the 80's!!..  |
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okobojicat
(Dreaming of the Moravian Highlands) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:26 | |
UltraNurd wrote:While I believe I've said before that I prefer the Jules cover, one of the many things I love about RP is that we can hear so many (very!) different versions of the same songs come up in the playlist.
I second your idea of the varied playlist. That said, I'll take the Jules version anytime anyone suggests this version. |
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harmaton
| | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:25 | |
original versions will always shine on.
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UltraNurd
(Boston, MA) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:25 | |
While I believe I've said before that I prefer the Jules cover, one of the many things I love about RP is that we can hear so many (very!) different versions of the same songs come up in the playlist.
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peyotecoyote
(London, Ontario) | | Posted: Jan 29, 2007 - 13:24 | |
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wilcogirl11
| | Posted: Dec 02, 2006 - 06:36 | |
I was always a big TFF fan, but I have to admit, I also prefer the Jules version of this. The first time I heard it (Jules version), it just hit me like a ton of bricks.
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savvysearch
| | Posted: Nov 19, 2006 - 15:32 | |
The original is fantastic. It's not overproduced, you have to understand the time it was written. It's the 80s which was more about taking listeners on a techno/synth sonic journey like The Cure, Depeche Mode. It's survived nearly 2 decades with decent radio play and still sounds great. Some parts, may seem outdated, but for the most part, the song has carried over pretty well.
I like the Jules version as well, but is it going to be outdated in 5 years when people are tired of precious and minimalistic indy rock? The great thing about the original is that it's well aware of the lyrics' irony. The Jules version OTH, takes the lyrics completely seriously. Both are good, but TF version is the "correct" one since I've heard it first.
It's like the people who say that Sean Connery will always be the best Bond ever. To understand it, you had to be there.
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AmandaMaria
(The Beautiful West Coast (I don't care if it's raining)) | | Posted: Nov 17, 2006 - 16:00 | |
67nj wrote:
OMG, love the animation... right up there with the one you made for Of Montreal's "Wraith"!
I prefer Gary Jules' version of this song myself. |
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underarmor
(Austin) | | Posted: Nov 17, 2006 - 15:59 | |
This version seems more manic than the Gary Jules version which seems depressed. I think the movie scene that this version would be great for is in American Beauty when the Annette Bening character is cleaning the house.
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jsjacob
(El Cerrito, CA) | | Posted: Nov 17, 2006 - 15:54 | |
Put me down as a fan of this, original, version. I think Gary Jules' cover is too self-important in a watch-me-suffer way.
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stacadette
(Dearborn River, Montana) | | Posted: Nov 17, 2006 - 15:54 | |
Yeah, but you have to love the mad-sounding trumpet in there. Take yourself back to your taste in these years.....
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67nj
(Ravenna, Italy) | | Posted: Nov 03, 2006 - 00:59 | |
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PacificNWPariah
(Between a Nuclear Power Plant and a Chemical Weapon Depot) | | Posted: Oct 19, 2006 - 09:59 | |
I like both versions, but add me to the list of people who prefer the remake  |
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Patti
(the 'burbs of so cal) | | Posted: Oct 19, 2006 - 09:57 | |
Heck - I like both! They are very different from each other, so it's getting 2 songs for 1!
:)
Patti M.
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David_Watts
| | Posted: Oct 19, 2006 - 09:57 | |
Roland: you're a genius!!!!!!!
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hippiechick
(Chi-town) | | Posted: Oct 19, 2006 - 09:55 | |
artmarcia wrote:
WOW--I completely agree. The Gary Jules version is much more powerful--scary actually. This original version sounds so overproduced compared to it.
Me too |
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splooge
(Indiana) | | Posted: Oct 04, 2006 - 17:54 | |
RBS76 wrote:I also agree. One of the very few times when I like some one's cover better than the original. |
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artmarcia
(Derby, KS) | | Posted: Oct 04, 2006 - 17:51 | |
RBS76 wrote:
WOW--I completely agree. The Gary Jules version is much more powerful--scary actually. This original version sounds so overproduced compared to it. |
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squidish
(under the sea) | | Posted: Sep 05, 2006 - 11:08 | |
Brings back so many memories of dancing at the club, dressed all in black, asymetrical hair flopping over one eye, clove ciggies, skippy boys in plaid pants and boots with buckles, jumping around, load of angst...ah yes!
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RBS76
(Syracuse, NY) | | Posted: Sep 05, 2006 - 11:07 | |
Steven_G wrote:The Gary Jules version is listed on RP too - (click here). Click on the Amazon.com link there to hear a sample clip. Yes, the Gary Jules version is much better. At least in my humble opinion... does liking the remake better than the original officially make me a bad person? EVIL!   |
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