Grammy-nominated SZA leads awesome 'Can't Judge a Book' cover: Watch it here

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A classic 1962 song just got a major 2018 upgrade.

Five-time Grammy nominee SZA leads the new, awesome version of "Can't Judge a Book by Its Cover," which also features six incredible emerging artists. The cool release aligns with Mastercard's new Start Something Priceless initiative.

The original release, written by Willie Dixon and recorded by Bo Diddley, is still lovely -- but there's something really powerful about this revamped edition. Take a listen:

The Start Something Priceless campaign is all about empowering every single person as they pursue their own unique passions and purpose.

"The way we perceive each other has nothing to do with who we are," SZA says during the making of the music video. "Self-acceptance usually comes when you're fed up trying to be somebody else."

The 27-year-old is up for five awards, including Best New Artist and Best R&B song, at the Grammys on January 28.

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