You've heard Sia's 'Chandelier' covered many times before, but you've never quite heard it like this.

'America's Got Talent' and its ilk has a reputation for dredging up acts that tip the 'ridiculous' end of the scale more than the 'sublime' end - but a recent performance has certainly got people talking.

'Puddles' Pity Party' is a sad clown act, who took it upon himself to do a dramatic reading of the Aussie pop star's biggest hit.

The video has gone viral over the last day or two, clocking up almost 1.5 million views since it was uploaded.

What d'you reckon - insulting, impressive or just plain creepy? Watch it below...