When a melody embeds itself in the collective unconscious, it becomes more than just a song—it transforms into a musical legacy. This is precisely the case with “Tell Me Why” the electro hit by Supermode released in 2006, which not only conquered dance floors worldwide but also inspired a slew of artists. This track, itself a clever remix of Bronski Beat’s “Small Town Boy” and “Why,” captured the essence of 80s nostalgia while infusing it with resolutely modern energy. Its phenomenal success and catchy melody made “Tell Me Why” a cultural phenomenon, prompting many musicians to reinterpret it, each bringing their personal touch.
Dr. Don’s Perfect Remix
Indeed, Dr. Don (an artist discovered on Slash Music) has just unveiled his latest video, “Alternate World”, a captivating work that immerses us in an idyllic parallel universe. The Washington-based artist envisions a world free from the afflictions that plague our current society. True to his style, Dr. Don relies on his guitar and catchy melodies to create a vibrant performance, both musically and visually. Thus, “Alternate World” transcends the status of a mere song to become a true window into a musical utopia. Harmony reigns not only in the notes but also in the society it depicts. Through evocative and reflective lyrics, Dr. Don takes us to a place where peace, love, and mutual understanding are not empty words but a tangible reality. And as if this performance were not enough, Dr. Don cleverly instilled a few piano notes as a nod to Supermode‘s famous track “Tell Me Why.” This clearly visible and audible reference polishes Dr. Don’s title and gives it an intertemporal dimension.
Various Remixes of “Tell Me Why”
In 2007, the famous French DJ David Guetta remixed “Tell Me Why.” This version was highly successful, reaching the 7th place on the Billboard Hot 100.
Dutch DJ Fedde le Grand also created a remix of this track in 2008. The remix was part of his album “Out of Nowhere,” released the same year.
In 2009, Axwell, who was part of the Swedish duo Supermode that popularized this track, created a remix with Sebastien Ingrosso. This remix is actually a progressive house version of “Tell Me Why.”
Later, in 2010, the Egyptian DJ duo Aly & Fila produced a Trance version of “Tell Me Why,” which was wonderfully well-received by fans of this musical genre.
Still within the context of Trance, Dutch DJs W&W created a remix of “Tell Me Why,” giving new life to Supermode’s famous track.
Moreover, several other artists have covered this track, such as Thomas Gold, Laidback Luke, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, DVBBS, Martin Garrix, Showtek, Ummet Ozcan, and ZHU.
It must be said that the list of artists who have remixed “Tell Me Why” is truly long, with each of them trying to bring their personal touch. In summary, the popularity of “Tell Me Why” makes it a song that has been covered by numerous artists across different musical genres. This testifies to the quality and versatility of the song, which continues to inspire musicians worldwide today.
