How Insensitive
The Monkees
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Composition & Origin"How Insensitive" is a song composed by Brazilian musician Antônio Carlos Jobim, who was famous for his bossa nova compositions. Its original title in Portuguese is "Insensatez".
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GenreThe song belongs to the 'Bossa Nova' genre, a style that became prominent in the 1950s and 1960s, characterized by its fusion of samba and jazz.
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Diana Krall's VersionDiana Krall, a Canadian jazz pianist, and singer gave a vocally beautiful account of "How Insensitive" in her album "Quiet Nights", released in 2009.
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Iggy Pop's VersionIggy Pop, renowned for his outrageous and unpredictable stage antics, surprisingly recorded this song, delivering a stripped-down, poignantly emotional version.
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Olivia Newton-John's VersionOlivia Newton-John, an English-Australian singer, and actress, known for her pop and adult contemporary musical style, recorded this song for her album “Indigo: Women of Song” (2004).
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Pat Metheny's RenditionPat Metheny, an American jazz guitarist, has performed instrumental versions of this track, adding a unique jazz twist to the original bossa nova melody.
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Stan Getz's ContributionStan Getz, an accomplished American jazz saxophonist, was famous for popularizing the bossa nova sound in America and often played "How Insensitive" in live performances.
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The 5th Dimension's VersionAmerican pop vocal group The 5th Dimension included a rendition of "How Insensitive" on their 1971 album "Love's Lines, Angles and Rhymes".
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The Monkees' VersionThe Monkees, an American rock and pop band, released a cover of this song on their album “Instant Replay”.
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Wes Montgomery's InterpretationWes Montgomery, a major influence on contemporary jazz guitarists, recorded an instrumental version of "How Insensitive" in his album “Road Song” (1968).
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Recurring ThemeA recurring theme across these different versions is the sense of melancholy and longing encapsulated in the lyrics, showcasing the emotional depth possible within the bossa nova genre.
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ImpactThe song "How Insensitive" by Antonio Carlos Jobim has influenced numerous artists, ranging from pop to jazz, to express their unique interpretations.
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