10.
Ruth Copeland feat. George Clinton & Parliament:
“Hare Krishna” (1971)Conscious flower child Ruth Copeland in a nice gospelish track summing it all up with “Love” and “Hare Krishna”. Featuring singer, songwriter, bandleader, music producer and funk innovator George Clinton and his legendary band Parliament.
Ruth Copeland – “the first lady of P-Funk” – was active late 60's till mid 70's, both together with George Clinton/Parliament and solo. As solo artist she released three albums and three singles, of which “Hare Krishna” was one.
George Clinton has continued with his own career as well as working with other artists, such as genius Prince, hailed hip hop collective Wu-Tang Clan, and Primal Scream, arguably the greatest band on earth of all time.
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Other aspirants for the nr 10 position were:
Tony Scott, “Hare Krishna (King Britt Funke remix)” (2005)
A trip-hop remix of a cool-jazz classic. (From 2:23)
Nina Hagen, “I love Paul” (1983)
“Punk queen” Nina Hagen singing the Hare Krishna mantra
in the refrains (1:15 and 3:04).
Boy George, “Bow Down Mister” (1991)
Sweet pop song by former Culture Club and Jesus Loves You-singer, gay icon, and Krishna-devotee Boy George.
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Next up, nr 9, is coming soon
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