The Most Played Cover Song By 55 Big Hard Rock + Metal Bands

Here is the most played cover song by 55 big hard rock and metal bands.

You might be surprised at some of the selections depending on how closely you follow your favorite band's setlist routine.

• Multiple bands had Depeche Mode songs as their most played cover while on stage.
• The top Metallica cover song was not "Whiskey in the Jar."
• Judas Priest's most played cover has been performed more than 1,000 times.
• The distinction of the fewest covers played on the list goes to Mudvayne, who has only played their top cover twice during live shows.

READ MORE: Songs 30 Huge Rock + Metal Bands Only Played Live One Time

For so many bands, a cover is one of their most well known songs. Countless '60s and '70s acts, especially, built their early careers on the back of other artists' music. By covering an existing hit song, a band was more likely to earn radio play, a necessary gateway to introducing fans to their music at the time.

Elsewhere, bands are still fans too! And they want to pay homage to their biggest influences and inspirations, either with spot-on renditions or their own imaginative interpretations.

With Setlist.fm as our guide, let's see the most-played cover songs by your favorite rock and metal artists!

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