Covering Sia's 'Chandelier' has become a thing

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Perhaps it's the mystery surrounding its originator or maybe it's just because it's a catchy song, but covering Sia's hit "Chandelier" has become a popular activity.

The song, which has been performed by Sia in a variety of odd manners that involve not showing her face, has been covered by unknowns and big stars alike. The the song peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, it's appeal seems to be broader than its chart position.

The album with the song "1000 Forms of Fear" did debuts as the number one album, according to Billboard. The new album, released on Monkey Puzzle through RCA Records, sold 52,000 copies in the week ending July 13, according to Nielsen SoundScan.

Here's a look at some of the top covers of the song.

Sara Bareilles has covered the song more than once.

Nashville songstress Emily West puts a sultry styling on "Chandelier" during an episode of "The Voice.

Apparently, men can sing it too.

Sia rose to fame more through her songwriting than her performing and she does not like to show her face in public. Si has worked with with many artists including Christina Aguilera, Eminem, David Guetta, Flo Rida, Afrojack, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Lea Michele, Rihanna, Beyonce, Kylie Minogue, Leona Lewis, Hilltop Hoods, Katy Perry, Kesha, Rita Ora, Britney Spears, Jessie J, Oh Land, Angel Haze, Celine Dion, and Maroon 5.

She co-wrote and performed on the Billboard Hot 100 top ten hits "Titanium" with David Guetta and "Wild Ones" with rapper Flo Rida.