Music lovers, brace yourselves! Some covers don’t just reinterpret a song—they breathe new life into it, taking us on a whole new emotional ride. Whether you’re a sucker for nostalgia or on the lookout for fresh talent, these five covers will have you hitting replay all year long. Welcome to Minute Cover’s exclusive selection of 2025’s must-hear reinterpretations!
1. Laconi Rewrites Love’s Story with « Si tu veux »
With « Si Tu Veux », his breathtaking cover of Princess Lover’s classic « Mon Soleil », Laconi strips the song down to its emotional core. He croons with his signature soft yet powerful touch over a delicate zouk-infused beat. Directed by Yamikits, the music video is pure serenity—expansive landscapes and intimate close-ups amplifying the song’s message of unwavering love.
Laconi is no newcomer—this Guadeloupe-born artist has penned hits for Aya Nakamura, Tayc, and Vegedream. With over 450,000 streams on his debut EP « BRUME », he’s only just begun. Expect to catch him live at Festival AfroDom in Paris this June, where his electrifying stage presence is set to leave a mark.
2. Arun Elevates R&B with « Althaea »
Smooth guitar riffs, deep 808s, and a falsetto that could break hearts—Arun’s cover of his own track « Althaea » is an R&B dreamscape. Inspired by the Greek queen Althaea, the song explores love and betrayal through haunting yet chill melodies. Arun confesses that he poured his heart into creating this track, and every note proves it. The video, a mesmerizing blend of glitch effects and dreamlike visuals, enhances the song’s hypnotic appeal.
Born in India and raised across Delhi, Kerala, and the UK, Arun is a self-made artist who blends indie R&B with cinematic storytelling. His YouTube is a goldmine of original tracks, covers, and production tutorials, making him an artist to watch.
3. Elisa Marra Strikes a Chord with « Corps »
If raw emotion had a voice, it would sound like Elisa Marra’s rendition of Yseult’s « Corps ». Accompanied only by a piano, Elisa strips away all embellishments, leaving just her voice and the weight of the lyrics. It’s an intimate moment shared exclusively on her Instagram, where fans have flooded the comments with praise, expressing how deeply they relate to the song.
Elisa is known for her glossy, high-energy productions like « Hors Ligne » and « Amour d’Été », but this acoustic detour reveals another layer of her artistry. With her YouTube channel gaining traction and fans craving more, we can’t wait to see what she unveils next.
4. Celine Wanyi’s Soulful Take on « Die With A Smile »
Celine Wanyi takes on the powerful Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars ballad « Die With A Smile », and the result is pure magic. With her four-octave range and ethereal tone, she transforms the song into an intimate confession. Stripping back the pop production, she opts for a minimalist arrangement, letting her voice carry the weight of every lyric.
A graduate of Berklee College of Music, the Singaporean-born, Hong Kong-raised artist has already made waves, performing at Soho Rising and Music Matters Live. Her latest single, « Who Am I Without You », is receiving rave reviews, proving she’s got much more to offer than just covers.
5. Grace Liotta Brings the Blues to Life with « Baddest Blues »
Beth Hart’s « Baddest Blues » is no easy feat to cover, but Grace Liotta makes it look effortless. With her smoky, textured voice and deep-rooted soul influences, she channels raw emotion into every note. Recorded in a professional studio setting, her take is polished yet deeply personal, capturing the spirit of classic blues while making it her own.
Based in Belgium, Grace has spent years refining her artistry, performing with tribute bands before branching into her own sound. Her debut EP « Nothing to Hide » is a testament to her journey, blending soul, pop, and rhythm & blues into a collection that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. If « Baddest Blues » is anything to go by, we’re in for something special with her upcoming projects.
