"I was like, 'I need to know what this lady thinks of this cover!' She might hate it, but I never knew. We reached out a couple of times."
"She was like, 'You know what? I love the song. I love your version of it. You've opened me up to a whole new fan-base and the song's had a new journey.'"
"I was simply trying to reimagine her beautiful work. It meant a lot to me to have Robyn's approval."
Callum Scott reflects on his journey with the cover of Robyn's 'Dancing On My Own.' Initially seeking Robyn's approval, he felt anxious about her reaction. After years of no contact, they unexpectedly met in London, where Robyn praised Scott's version and acknowledged its success in reaching new audiences. This validation deeply moved Scott, highlighting his respect for Robyn's original work and his intent to honor it through his interpretation.
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