Take a cover Post Modern Jukebox song and the original version. Compare and contrast both versions using the characteristics of music.

*For the example I will be comparing the song "Problem" originally by Ariana Grande

PMJ's version of "Problem" by Ariana Grande, gives the song a slower and doo-wop 1950's feel. The cover is performed by a female soloist, three male background singers, and is accompanied by a pianist, bassist, and drummer. The cover is in a new key and plays with the melody of the chorus and the rap. Here, the song feels more like a girl giving her partner a send off and kicking him to the dirt, but somberly, almost regretfully.

Whereas the original begins with a soulful remix and transform into a pop anthem. Ariana's vocals are shown off throughout the song with various riffs and gives a modern twist on "the pop diva" music steryeotype. The song puts you in a good mood and the words are a lot easier to miss the meaning of since the pop/dance feel truly shadows the meaning of the song. It's as if the song is a feminist anthem, and the upbeat tempo can make you feel good.

Both versions are unique in their own way and outstanding, it just depends on the mood you're in