Emma Buntonis giving fans an early holiday present with her spin on a classicSpice Girlssong.
Theballad was releasedduring the holiday season that year and featured band membersVictoria Beckham,Melanie “Mel C.” Chisholm,Melanie “Mel B.” BrownandGeri Halliwell-Horner.
Emma Bunton in October 2024.Dave Benett/Getty
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“Earlier this year, I had the amazing opportunity to record one of my favourite Spice Girls singles, 2 Become 1, with the incredible @budapestscoring Orchestra!” Bunton wrote on Dec. 20 onInstagram.
In the video, Bunton dons a red, off-the-shoulder dress and sings among the strings section. “I need some love like I’ve never needed love before/ I had a little love, now I’m back for more/Set your spirit free/ It’s the only way to be,” Bunton croons in the refrain.
The “Wannabe” artist also shared a behind-the-scenes clip onon Instagramhighlighting her “magical experience” recording the song with a live orchestra. “I literally had goosebumps the whole day!” she added.
Spice Girls in the ‘2 Become 1’ music video.
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In the clip, the Spice Girlssing their 1996 hit “Mama"alongside him playing the acoustic guitar.
Bunton’s new version of “2 Become 1” is availableto stream.
source: people.com