The Covers Record is the fifth studio album by Cat Power, the stage name and eponymous band of American singer-songwriter Chan Marshall.

Marshall's decision to release a covers album was reportedly disappointing to Matador, who considered her a “genius songwriter” and wanted to capitalize on the success of Moon Pix.

"[10] Spin called the album "essential," and wrote, "With only a guitar or piano, and a voice that is developing into one of the most expressive in rock, Marshall crafts deeply textured explorations of heartache, terror, longing, dismay, and emotions I'm pretty sure I've not found yet.... Rock will see few finer releases this year.

[14] Dave Grohl, vocalist and guitarist of the Foo Fighters and former drummer of Nirvana, cited the album in a 2000 issue of NME, saying, "'Satisfaction' is the hit off that record, or so everybody thinks.

Several songs on the album have been used in films, including "I Found a Reason" (Saving Face, Dandelion andV for Vendetta), "Sea of Love" (Juno), and "Wild Is the Wind" (Into the Forest).