So Blakey’s back, coming at us with a cover of the classic Flock of Seagulls hit, “I Ran (So Far Away),” with production by Darude, the creator of “Sandstorm.” Yes…you know the track. It’s that gritty, machine-gun burst of techno perfection that dominated every Bar Mitzvah playlist over the past ten years. Remember?

To be honest, I quite like it myself. I’ve always liked Blake’s sound, so I think the song fits his voice nicely. Solid production, solid delivery…It’s a proper club track. Sure it’s not the original, but it’s not as though I maintain a high regard for Flock of Seagulls in the first place.

DL: Blake Lewis – I Ran (So Far Away) (Flock of Seagulls Cover)