Well-Known ’80s Hits That Turned Out to Be Covers

Big Mama Thornton recorded “Hound Dog” in 1952, and it topped the Billboard R&B chart for seven weeks. While many people think of later versions, the Stray Cats put their spin on it in 1983 during live performances and recordings tied to their rockabilly revival. Their approach kept the structure tight and guitar-focused, aligning with the early-80s return to 50s-inspired sounds.