Dream Away with this Lyric Cover of the “Ballad of the Wind Fish”
Posted on August 29 2021 by David Lasby
I still remember taking a family trip as a child, my Game Boy on the seat next to me, listening to Marin sing the “Ballad of the Wind Fish” like it was my own personal soundtrack. Nintendo has always had special music in their games, and The Legend of Zelda is certainly no exception. For gamers that grew up in my generation (and even for those who didn’t), the music from The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening holds a special place in our collective hearts. Outside of “Tal Tal Heights,” the “Ballad of the Wind Fish” is the most iconic track in the game. Fans of the game and its music will certainly appreciate this lyric cover from Michelle Heafy and Josiah Everhart.
Discussing her love of the genre, Heafy explains, “Video game music covers are my thing! I sing and play piano and percussion. I cover music from films/anime, too! VGM is a major part of my life–no other type of music inspires me like this. I’ve been casually playing piano, singing, and editing videos for years, but VGM inspired me to practice more and start making covers.” For the “Ballad of the Wind Fish” cover, Heafy and Everhart wrote the original lyrics together.
For those curious, here is the traditional version of the song:
Tell us what you think! Did you enjoy this original lyric cover of the “Ballad of the Wind Fish”? What other Zelda songs would work well with added lyrics? Share your reactions in the comments below.
Sources: michelleheafy, Nintendius
I’m a life-long fan of video games and have been playing since I got my NES in the 1980s. The Legend of Zelda, Super Smash Bros., Aliens, and Halo are some of my favorite game franchises. I write for several sites, including Zelda Dungeon, Boss Rush Network, and The Mighty. Find me on Twitter to check out my other content!
