Nirvana, the best grunge band ever, gained immense popularity throughout the world. Grunge is actually a type of loud rock music which became popular in the early 1990s. This type of music is characterised by heavy usage of guitars and drums. Grunge would not have been popular without Kurt Cobain, the lead singer and guitarist of Nirvana. Kurt was inspired by the songs of The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC and Queen. Kurt was passionate about his music and his stage performances were truly electrifying. He got recognition with the song ‘Smells like Teen Spirit’ from the band’s second album, ‘Nevermind’. His fans liked his stage performances and his songs were different.
Kurt’s music and his songs have been a source of inspiration for several composers and musicians throughout the world. Our very own A.R. Rahman has been inspired by the band’s songs. Kurt faced problems in his family since childhood. This inspired his music and his songs. His eccentric behaviour in his personal life was reflected in his music as well. The video of his popular song ‘You know you’re right’ shows the band members destroying all their instruments at the end of a concert. Several other bands imitated this style later in their videos. For some grunge and hard rock fans, it is a show of passion and obsession towards music.
Kurt died at the young age of 27. His death is shrouded in mystery. He went missing and his dead body was found several days later. His funeral saw the presence of thousands of supporters. People still remember his live concert where he sang the hit song ‘The man who sold the world’. It was one of the best unplugged performances by an artist. Unlike his other songs, it was a mellow and soft number with great lyrics and a deep soulful voice.
Kurt is no more, neither is Nirvana. But his music lives in the minds and souls of his fans. Everything he did in the field was innovative and unique. He was the man who sold the world his voice, his passion and his incredible music.
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