David Lee Roth is keeping fans on their toes as 2024 wraps up. Late last month, the legendary Van Halen frontman unveiled a new acoustic rendition of his song “Forgiveness,” adding another layer to his ever-evolving artistry. This stripped-down version hits differently than the one he released in February, which saw Roth mash his melody and lyrics with Taylor Swift’s dreamy “Lavender Haze,” cheekily rebranded as “Lavender Forgiveness.”
Roth’s latest track is part of a series of unpredictable releases that continue to pop up on his schedule—or lack thereof. Back in 2023, the rock icon rang out the year with a whimsical original holiday tune, “Talking Christmas Blues.” He’s also reimagined classics like Tommy Tutone’s “867-5309/Jenny” and Gerry Rafferty’s sax-laden anthem, “Baker Street,” proving he’s as daring as ever when it comes to revisiting the hits.
For fans of the Diamond Dave experience, both versions of “Forgiveness” are must-hears. Stream them now and witness the many shades of one of rock’s most electrifying personalities. Who needs predictability when you’ve got David Lee Roth?
