India.Arie's "Hair" returns to original color
By Michael Paoletta Tue Oct 10, 10:21 PM ET
In fact, she says this version--a duet with pop-rocker Pink -- is actually the original version of the song. It will be available on iTunes beginning October 23.
"We both had something to say with this song, and we wanted to work together," Arie explains. "This duet should have been the original version on my album ("Testimony: Vol. I, Life & Relationship"), but it fell through the cracks." When Lifetime asked about using the song for the film, Arie said, "Well, I have this other version that you might like to use."
According to Arie, while the song's original idea was rooted in Pink's decision to do away with her pink locks, the last verse was written after watching bald cancer-survivor Melissa Etheridge's triumphant performance on the Grammy Awards last year.
"Her performance brought tears to my eyes," Arie says. "At that moment in time, her performance was a juxtaposition of pain and beauty. It symbolized the beauty of strength."
The Lifetime movie, premiering October 23, stars Sarah Chalke ("Scrubs") and, in a cameo role, Patti LaBelle.
Reuters/Billboard
( What's this? )
-
Europe Travel
Save with Icelandair's lucky fares to London, Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Stockholm, Oslo, Reykjavik, and other popular destinations.www.icelandair.com
-
Compare Cheap Europe Travel Deals
Compare European airfares from all major travel providers.www.bookingbuddy.com
-
European Travel in France
Join our tours of France. Find out why this beautiful historic country is the heart of Europe. We take you to Alsace, Burgundy or Champagne regions. Visit cathedrals, taste wine and enjoy.abcoffrance.com
Copyright © 2006 Reuters Limited. All rights reserved. Republication or redistribution of Reuters content is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of Reuters. Reuters shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon.