This is a reimagined cover of “Burn” by Usher, one of the most iconic R&B ballads of the 2000s. The original hit captured the pain of letting go of a love that’s already faded, with deep emotion, smooth vocals, and timeless production.
In this version, I tried to recreate the heartbreak and soulful energy of the song with slightly reworked lyrics — keeping the essence alive but giving it a fresh and modern twist. The rhythm, flow, and emotional delivery match the original so fans can still connect with the familiar vibe, while the new storytelling elements make it distinct.
This cover explores themes of love, heartbreak, regret, and acceptance, echoing Usher’s message that sometimes the hardest thing to do is the right thing. The lyrics still follow the same emotional arc, but with subtle variations that highlight the struggles of moving on in today’s world.
Lyrics: Girl, I know it’s hard to face, it’s tearing me apart just holdin’ on this way I swear this is somethin’ I never wanted to do But the truth is heavy, and it’s breaking me too I still love you, but the fire’s dyin’ slow It’s better we release it, than keep hurting more So I gotta let it burn
It’s gonna cut me deep to say it, but it’s real from my soul We’ve been driftin’ for a minute, lost control Tried to heal, but the story don’t change I’m fightin’, you’re denyin’, maybe best we walk away
Tell me why I should keep this fight alive When I’m broken, baby, I ain’t satisfied So many other battles I’m facin’ every day Think it’s time we let it fade away
When your feelin’ ain’t the same and your body don’t crave it But you know, you gotta let it go ‘cause the vibe can’t save it It don’t move like it used to Let it burn, let it burn, gotta let it burn
Deep inside, you know it’s better for your health Even though you hate to see her with somebody else But we know that it’s over, we knew it was through Let it burn, let it burn, gotta let it burn
Sendin’ messages I ain’t supposed to Got somebody here, but I still want you But the feeling’s changed, it ain’t the same Catch myself callin’ her your name
Ladies, tell me, do you understand? Fellas, y’all ever felt that in your hands? I know I slipped, it’s too late to rewind And she ain’t ever comin’ back this time
What I gotta do now just to get my soul intact Man, I don’t know how I’ma move without my past It’s been too many days, hours in flames I’ma be burnin’ till it all fades away
I’m twisted, one side tellin’ me just move on But the other side wanna break down and cry all night long I’m torn between lettin’ go or holdin’ on But I know this fire’s gone, I gotta be strong
So many days, so many hours I turn Still burnin’ till the lesson’s learned Smash that like if you vibe with the fire Ace Plays lit this flame Let it burn.
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