"Careless Whisper" - Juliet Lyons & Chris Wirsig
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Imagine if George Michael’s "Careless Whisper" was reimagined for a blockbuster movie trailer—that’s exactly the kind of larger-than-life, emotionally charged transformation that Billboard-charting artist Juliet Lyons and award-winning composer Chris Wirsig have created.
With deep cinematic tension and a hauntingly powerful vocal performance, this rendition takes the heartbreak of the original song and amplifies it to new, dramatic heights. Beginning in a moody, almost ghostly hush, the track gradually swells into an epic, orchestral climax.
"George's voice and this song in particular have always been among my favorites,” says Lyons. “It was an absolute dream to record this trailerized tribute with Chris."
Chris Wirsig describes their version as "dramatic as hell", and that’s no exaggeration. The track has all the grandeur of a cinematic score, layered with powerful orchestrations, deep bass swells, and an ever-building intensity that pulls you in and refuses to let go.
Lyons’ haunting delivery of the final plea—"please stay"—lingers long after the last note fades, making this version a stunning, spine-tingling reinterpretation of the classic.
If you’ve watched shows like Ancient Aliens, The Curse of Oak Island, or played games like Alien Tribe 2, you’ve already heard Wirsig’s work. The award-winning composer and producer has created music for everything from vampire and werewolf dramas to cyberpunk boxing series and LGBTQ+ animated comedies. His style effortlessly blends electronic, orchestral, and dark wave influences, making him a perfect fit for transforming "Careless Whisper" into a cinematic masterpiece.
Beyond scoring films, Wirsig has worked on charity projects, producing unique cover versions like a heavy metal rendition of the Ukrainian National Anthem and a collaborative take on Depeche Mode’s "People Are People" with 36 musicians.
Lyons’ resume is just as impressive. With her voice and compositions featured in over 300 TV shows, advertisements, and major motion pictures, she’s a force in the industry. From Disney’s Cinderella to NBC’s The Voice and CBS’ Young and The Restless, her music has spanned multiple genres and formats.
Beyond her work in film and TV, Lyons is also a New Age music powerhouse, with albums charting on Billboard, iTunes, and Amazon, and collaborations with Grammy winners like Deepak Chopra. Her ability to blend ethereal beauty with raw emotion makes her the perfect voice for a track as emotionally charged as this one.
For those who love cinematic music, dramatic reinterpretations, or just need a fresh way to experience one of pop’s most iconic ballads, this "trailerized" version of "Careless Whisper" is a must-listen.
It’s bold, heart-wrenching, and larger than life—exactly what you’d expect if George Michael’s music was reimagined for a Marvel movie.
"Careless Whisper" is available now on all major streaming platforms
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