Nicole Atkins "Where Did You Sleep Last Night" live at SXSW

From Wikipedia:

"In the Pines", also known as "Black Girl" and "Where Did You Sleep Last Night?", is a traditional American folk song which dates back to at least the 1870s, and is believed to be Southern Appalachian in origin. The identity of the song's author is unknown, but it has been recorded by dozens of artists in numerous genres. A 1993 acoustic version by grunge act Nirvana introduced the song to many people at the end of the twentieth century. Kurt Cobain attributed authorship to Lead Belly, who had recorded the song several times, beginning in 1944, but the version performed by Lead Belly and covered by Nirvana does not differ substantially from other variants of the song. Most versions of this song are performed in 3/4 time.

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[superpea1]

This song is a folk song, sung by many different singers, modified into a few variations and renditions. The tempo, the style, lyrics, even the title, have always been, and are, up for dramatic interpretation. You don't have to like it. But, respect the fact that Nicole has her own version of this song ~ she is after all, an artist. While her name will likely never be instantly synonymous with this song (as Kurt's was), she has, in her way, made it her own. Well Done, Nicole.

[superpea1]

I can't stop listening to and loving Nicole Atkin's rendition of this song. And I love her powerful, Robert-Plant-esque ending. Amazing, Amazing, Amazing.

[Marklewisdes]

Saw her live ..solo..in Toronro Dec 3, @ The Drake Hotel Underground..this song gave me goosebumps..great person..she posed 4 pics..and signed her cd;s....great post..

[blackwayfarers]

reminds me of kurt cobain's version. that's probably why i like it so much.

[trapshutter]

Wow, Nicole Atkins, lets meet for coffee and then get married!

[dgb111]

With a century of history, why would anyone just do a lame copy of the Nirvana version / arrangement? Solos were lame too. How did this get into SXSW? Thought that was about quality.

[BistkitEatingBulldog]

you see. thats talent. courtney love has nothing on this! (plus courtney's top hit was not even writen by her)

[finenucars]

@superpea1

can't say yes enough to your statement. I love women shouting out their heartfelt rage.

[LTdrumma]

why is she so much older than me! i mean, i know i dont have a chance but still why?!! pero, por que!?!?

[daherosm]

wow she sounds exactly like hayley 

[fallingskyz]

I'd really like to see Aja Volkman (Nico Vega) sing a rendition of this song.

[MrBjrellul]

It's just not the same I miss Kurt