No contest, really. Maybe I’m just a long-time fan, but Billy Bragg’s original recording (not fairly reflected here) is far and away the better.
I think Kirsty’s version has more soul and sincerity. But then, I’ve never heard either before now.
Both are great version.
The late Kirsty McColl. Terrible loss.
No contest, really. Maybe I’m just a long-time fan, but Billy Bragg’s original recording (not fairly reflected here) is far and away the better.