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What romantic classic was unexpectedly covered by the Genesis frontman?

A tender orchestral reinterpretation of The Magnetic Fields' cult indie-pop ballad, featured in the film "Shall We Dance?"

Did Peter Gabriel's cover of The Book of Love help popularize this Magnetic Fields song?

A heartfelt cover of the indie-pop classic originally written by Stephin Merritt, reimagined with Gabriel's signature emotional delivery.

Who originally wrote "The Book of Love" and which artist popularized its cover version?

"The Book of Love" is a song by Stephin Merritt, released in 1999 as part of The Magnetic Fields' album "69 Love Songs." It gained wider recognition through Peter Gabriel's emotive cover version, featured in the film "Shall We Dance?" (2004).

How does Peter Gabriel's orchestral interpretation differ from The Magnetic Fields' minimalist original?

A poignant ballad originally by The Magnetic Fields, later reimagined by Peter Gabriel with sweeping orchestration, blending indie-pop melancholy with cinematic grandeur.

Did you know this tender ballad was famously covered by Peter Gabriel for the "Shrek 2" soundtrack?

A melancholic yet sweet meditation on love's mundanity and magic, originally featured in the 1999 album "69 Love Songs" by The Magnetic Fields.

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