Welcome to our list of the Best Crimson and Clover Cover Songs ever!
“Crimson and Clover” was a song released in 1968. It was a rough mix from a radio station that leaked it. This is a song that stayed in the US hit charts for about 16 weeks until reaching number one in February 1969. This single sold over 5 million copies which made Tommy James and the Shondells’ best-selling song ever.
Crimson and Clover cover videos are all over the Internet. But before we go over them, let us first check the original one. Crimson and Clover is by an American rock band Tommy James and the Shondells. It was written in 1968 by the duo of Tommy James and drummer Peter Lucia Jr. The song was intended to make a change in direction of what they are currently doing as a group when it comes to sound and composition.
“Crimson and Clover” Lyrics

Ah, now I don’t hardly know her
But I think I can love her
Crimson and clover
Ah, now when she comes walkin’ over
Now I’ve been waitin’ to show her
Crimson and clover, over and over
Yeah, I’m not such a sweet thing
I wanna do everything
What a beautiful feelin’
Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over
Crimson and clover, over and over
Songwriters: Peter Lucia / Tommy James
Crimson and Clover lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Crimson And Clover Cover Videos | The Best 7
This Crimson and Clover version by Joan Jett is probabaly the most famous of all in this list. This is even often times confused to be an original. Yes, it’s that good! Watch the video, listen to her voice and you’ll understand why people thought it’s original.
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Prince is one of the most successful icons in the pop music industry. This is him performing a very ‘rocky’ version Crimson and Clover cover LIVE on The Ellen DeGeneres show back in 2009. Watch and see him shred those guitar strings!
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Crimson And Clover Cover Videos | Top 7 covers + Bonus Playlist
This one is by an artist named Jennifer Pederson. The music video is made using clips of a model posing from different parts of a city somewhere. Enjoy the model’s beautiful face and listen to a rock and roll version of Crimson and Clover.
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Lexi LaPlante, with Ricky Byrd, sings Crimson and Clover cover which is highly influenced by the Joan Jett version. This is a live performance at the Rockit Live Foundation 2019 Annual Gala. This an all-star line-up from different popular bands that are present in this event.
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Crimson And Clover Cover Videos | Top 7 covers + Bonus Playlist
One of the most unique versions I have heard so far. This Crimson and Clover cover is sang by an artist named Ivy Rose. This is such a very simple music video yet still a very good way to put out a song cover.
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A very lively version! This is a version that I think you can really vibe into. The drum beat and tempo, the singer’s voice, the way the guitar is played, all of this created a whole different vibe to the song.
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Fender is a really popular brand when it comes to guitars. This Crimson and Clover cover video is from Fender’s ‘Vintera Series’. The artist singing is Curtis Harding, an American singer and songwriter who is primarily a soul music artist.
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BONUS: Crimson and Clover Cover Playlist
That concludes our list through the Best Crimson and Clover Cover Songs ever. I personally like the version of ‘Colour of the Jungle’. Their cover gives me the vibe that I am looking for! Do you have a favorite? Let us know what you think in the comments below.