Eternity of grunge. A classic by Nirvana (NIRVANA)
Let me introduce some songs by Nirvana, the very definition of grunge rock.
As the band of Kurt Cobain—who, despite his musical success, struggled deeply and died young—they have become an icon of alternative rock worldwide.
Although he passed away in 1994, many artists still cover their songs to this day.
There are countless aspects to their appeal, but surely the greatest is Kurt Cobain’s voice.
Please take this article as an opportunity to once again experience the allure of Nirvana, the band that revolutionized the rock scene.
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Grunge Forever: Nirvana’s Greatest Songs (21–30)
Drain YouNirvana
There are two different interpretations of this song: one that it’s about a girl Kurt Cobain met while living in Washington State, and another that it’s about his struggle with heroin.
It’s said to be one of Kurt’s favorite songs.
The track is featured in the video game Rock Band 2.
Stay AwayNirvana
The song was originally recorded in 1990 under the title “Pay To Play” and was included on the 1994 compilation album DGC Rarities Vol.
1.
In 1991, it appeared as “Stay Away” as a bonus track on the album Nevermind.
Smells Like Teen SpiritNirvana
For any man in his 40s who knows Western music, it’s inevitable that he’s gone through the leading band of the alternative/grunge scene, Nirvana, and their world-famous album Nevermind.
The first track has to be Smells Like Teen Spirit.
It gets you fired up right from the intro riff (though it’s a bit hard to keep the groove in the middle).
AneurysmNirvana
This is a song that Kurt Cobain wrote about his former girlfriend, Tobi Vail.
It is said that the lyrics reveal his thoughts about their breakup.
The track was included on the 1992 compilation album Incesticide.
Frances Farmer Will Have Her Revenge on SeattleNirvana
The Frances Farmer who appears in the song title was an actress who starred in several popular films in the 1930s and 1940s, but she struggled with many problems.
It’s said that Kurt Cobain wrote the song by projecting himself onto her.
The track is included on the album In Utero.