Covers (The Smithereens)

The Smithereens, an American rock band known for their power-pop sound, released a number of cover songs throughout their career, both on official albums, singles, and as B-sides. While not primarily known for releasing full albums of covers, their interpretations of other artists' material were often well-received and showcased their musical versatility. Some notable cover songs performed and/or recorded by The Smithereens include:

• "Behind the Wall of Sleep" (The Bangles): While not strictly a cover in the typical sense, The Smithereens helped The Bangles work on this track early in their careers.
• "Something Stupid" (Carson and Gaile, popularized by Frank and Nancy Sinatra): The Smithereens performed this song live on occasion.
• "I Don't Want to Spoil the Party" (The Beatles): The band covered this song on several occasions.
• "Can't Buy Me Love" (The Beatles): The Smithereens covered this song on several occasions.

It is important to note that the availability and inclusion of specific covers on various albums and compilations may vary depending on the release and region. Fan-made lists and online databases can provide more detailed information on The Smithereens' extensive catalog of cover songs.