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10 Times Artists REFUSED to Let Their Songs Be Covered

WatchMojo.com Oct 24, 2026 19:00
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Some songs are simply off-limits! Join us as we count down the most shocking times artists flat-out refused to let their music be covered! From Dolly Parton turning down Elvis Presley to Slash slamming the door on "Glee," these stories prove that not every tribute is welcome. Which rejected cover do you wish had seen the light of day? Let us know in the comments! WatchMojo is now a multiplayer game! Wishlist Mojo Party now on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4003030/Mojo_Party Check out our Live Stream channels: LIVE - 24/7 Streaming Channel: https://wmojo.com/wm_livestream WatchMojo True Crime - 24x7 Streaming Channel: https://wmojo.com/truecrime_livestream Subscribe for more great content! https://wmojo.com/watchmojo-subscribe Visit our shop for awesome merch! https://shop.watchmojo.com/ Your trusted authority for Top 10 lists on everything from Entertainment to True Crime! #watchmojo #watchmojomusic #Music #CoverSongs #DollyParton #Elvis #Prince #Oasis #Glee #Springsteen #BeastieBoys #Copyright #Rock
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