Nirvana - Where Did You Sleep Last Night | Singer Reacts |

[@aaronodom3440]

That final scream comes from a deep place in his soul. Goosebumps everytime i hear it.

[@unknowneffect9833]

not trying to be funny at all but that raspy tired sound that kurt has is extremely influenced by the heroin/opiates. they make you sound tired or have that persona because of how relaxed you are.

[@lazarjankovic4852]

​@@unknowneffect9833time for drugs😄

[@paranormalskeptic3893]

Goosebumps EVERY TIME !

[@malfecto]

That look in his eyes. He knew that was his last performance. He designed the stage. Black candles and orchids, he created his own funeral... Such a powerful performance. Such emotion in this song. I'm a recovering opioid addict, and I watch this whenever I feel my strength waning and he gives me the courage to keep fighting. I'm not ashamed to admit I weep openly every single time...

[@markjohnson-rz2sc]

The pause in the last line.. goddamn bone chilling. He was so amazing.

[@bulushevv]

As I personally think, this is the best mtv unplugged performance ever. So raw and emotional, fucking masterpiece!

[@ejdolo]

The Man Who Sold the World (bowie cover) is fire from that same concert.

[@beachamj]

I'd argue Alice In Chains is #1 and this close 2nd but nobody is right in that debate!

[@Gabriel_Moline]

Black, by Pearl Jam is the best performance, no contest!

[@beachamj]

@@Gabriel_Moline eh, debatable as well but more so, we are talking full sets not single songs, pearl jam easy 3rd there overall despite some top tier unplugged tracks

[@willfromyadkinville]

it is splitting hairs because MTV unplugged was so good! but i personally choose 10,000 Maniacs unplugged! i just love Natalie Merchant so much!

[@JU5TINPDX]

When Kurt says, “fuck you all, this is the last song of the evening” …I’m pretty sure what he means is “this has to be the last song because I’m about to shred my vocal cords, and I’m doing it for you, you’re welcome” Great reaction 👍

[@kawrss31]

kurt rly wasnt one to mince words with alt meanings when hes speaking outside of lyrics (or his song meanings for that matter). Prolly ment exactly what he said.

[@shaggy7927]

he didn't want to scream, when Dave suggested that they play Sliver, Kurt that he'd have to scream. Kurt said "Fuck you all" indicting that he's going to scream anyway

[@OtherSideOfMorning]

The producers asked if they wanted to do and encore but Kurt said he couldn't but he just had given it all

[@baconSlayerX]

He was ravaged by his heroin addiction at that point unfortunately

[@wb3159]

This session was the best thing to ever come out of MTV

[@Posit_Zero_Blue]

facts. Peak MTV. All fucking down hill from there...

[@ca77721]

And Alice And Chains Unplugged

[@Gaia369]

Thats Art... Pure Art

[@jannes9945]

Best thing was Jackass, because now we have Bams rap career

[@juancruzmendoza1757]

And the Pearl Jam Unplugged

[@mdg3631]

Who else couldn’t wait to see her reaction when he hit that last part? I knew she was about to be blown away.

[@JcraftCharger]

It wasn't authentic, she only sold it as such. She's seen it before be played it off like she hadn't.

[@n0madtv]

The cello combined with the acoustic bass is pretty powerful.

[@danielharrington5690]

Krist wasn't playing an "acoustic base". It's a normal 6 string autistic guitar and sounds like one. I'm literally so confused

[@thomashedge6614]

So Nirvana were always known to be rebellious when doing live performances, so when they did MTV Unplugged they purposely didn't play their big hitters. So they played 8 of their own songs, then 6 covers. So the song you reacted to was by Leadbelly. You should definitely react to some more of their covers which are arguably now more well known through this performance than the originals.

[@matthewgoodA1206]

I can vouch for that as true, based on my own personal experience. When I saw Nirvana live on Halloween Night in 1993, they didn’t bother to play “Smells Like Teen Spirit” at all.

[@deviousraul]

​​@@matthewgoodA1206 i imagine the whole band didn't have much interest in that song because it turned out to be too mainstream and it literally took the band to a place (or public) that maybe they weren't aiming at exactly. Nirvana started as a punk rock band who only played at shitty bars and other minor places, to a very specific type of crowd, they were raw and heavy. So Teen Spirit comes and it takes them to a whole different environment, playing on the radio, tv and everywhere everyday, they've got a public that used to reject people like them when they were on that rawness starting out and they started listening to them, buying cds and wearing t-shirts, it was kind of contradictory. The band's feeling (specially Kurt) about the song and what it turned out to be made them "dislike" the song, get tired of it, and decide not to play it whenever they had the chance. That is just my own interpretation after years being a fan and getting to know the members by getting involved with the whole history.

[@matthewgoodA1206]

@@deviousraul Yes, I knew about all of that. By the time I saw them live that night, I had read numerous interviews with the band. And perhaps most importantly, the only official authorized bio of the group, first published while Kurt was still alive, then re-released after his death with an added bonus chapter. In it the band did not shy away from how they honestly felt about the hoopla surrounding them. Their feelings about their massive success were far from positive. It was very surprising to learn that so young, but it also helped me see a more realistic side of their experience. At any rate, on the night of that concert I deliberately didn’t wear any flannel, feeling the band would never don that by then. And they didn’t, though every other kid in the place, including the friend I went with, did. It might seem puzzling to some people, to reject the kind of validation that comes with such big success. But again, that’s only one side of it. There’s also the pressure, the scrutiny, the press and industry expectations to deal with, and Nirvana struggled with all of that.

[@mikeblanchard7579]

Um....they only had 8 songs that would work acoustically

[@28Pluto]

How many sentences can you start with "so" in one paragraph??? Stay in school, you might learn something.

[@robertwest4596]

The open eyed, almost scared look Kurt gives before he sings that last chord is almost like he knows his life is about at the end. Chilling.

[@ksapp2622]

I hate to tell you this but he knew exactly when he was gonna die when he shot himself

[@DinisBardino]

​@@ksapp2622😂😂

[@AidenPhilbrick-gb8mx]

…….really dude?

[@KilpinenAleksi]

Love Nirvana, always have, but this particular performance was something else in so many ways. It was November 18, 1993 - So less than half a year before we lost the talent that was Kurt.

[@KilpinenAleksi]

@nedkelly3436 Actually no, that gig was November 18, 1993. Kurt died April 5, 1994.

[@BS-Outdoors1320]

​@@KilpinenAleksi it's crazy to think that his daughter is older than when he past away.

[@MarySiddell]

Such a loss. We are diminished by his absence. Such music. RIP Kurt..

[@ninja_tony]

You HAVE to listen to their cover of Bowie’s “The Man Who Sold the World”, also from this MTV Unplugged show. It’s one of the best covers ever done.

[@Volkl1979]

Yes

[@shaughangould2647]

Totally agree. I sing it with a Bowie/Cobain mix, with Nirvana style of music. Which tbf isn't that different to the original.

[@carrybeckwith5397]

I so agree love that one.

[@wozzablog]

To be honest this whole unplugged session could be an hour of any reactors time well spent

[@avedic]

I think it's quite a bit better than Bowie's original. That sometimes happens I think....when a genius songwriter writes a genius song, but the actual recording totally undersells it's potential. Most all of Bowie's original recordings sound excellent....but that one song just isn't recorded well. Same with The Beatles and "Across the Universe." I adore Aurora's cover. But the original recording takes this perfect amazing song and obscures it...

[@DJ.LakeSea]

It doesn't matter how many times you've heard this, every time gives goosebumps during that outro. RIP KDC

[@jdbankshot]

this song always brings a tear to my eye... sometimes, a flood. you seem chill, raych, cheers to you when i crack open my next brew.

[@Warchild0311]

This is why younger people need to hear more of nirvana’s music other than teen Spirit They’re always shocked at Kurt depth

[@fallen6060]

As a 15 year old. I agree, my friend.

[@therobloxexplorer1249]

As a 16 year old yes more of my generation should

[@isobozo]

I get chills everytime he opens his eyes on the last part of the song

[@charlesmarlowstanfield]

That wide-eyed look at 6:29 has haunted me for years.

[@Squirrelarmy6014]

I got this on cd, Christmas of ‘94. I still get the chills every time I listen to where did you sleep last night

[@kittenklub1964]

This is my favourite Nirvana performance EVER! I was so pleased when 'Nirvana Unplugged' was released as an album. This is IMO the best song on there, even though it was a cover - Kurt's voice & charisma took it to a whole new level - the way he gasped & looked up in the last line - haunting, brings me to tears every time. Kurt was a gentle but troubled soul who hated fame; I was deeply affected by his tragic death, but what a wonderful legacy he left us........I wish he'd got to see his daughter grow up. R.I.P. Kurt Cobain 💔

[@bab3242]

Still gives me goosebumps listening to this

[@finna1002]

It was a vocal fry in his chest voice which is almost impoasible to do without completely tearing apart your vocal cords. He was one of a kind, literally no other singer can even come close to his sound.

[@shannongreer6194]

Completely agree!!!

[@thearchivist250]

He left everything on the floor, in basketball terms. Maybe he knew his time was limited. RIP Kurt.

[@dustybottomstx3040]

I tear up every time i watch this. This was not long before he took his life. Nirvana was a fixation for me in my younger days.

[@michaellopez68]

"Pennyroyal Tea," from this performance is just Kurt and his guitar It is hauntingly beautiful

[@Denashi]

From the soundtrack of my teen years... I get the chills every single time I hear that last drawn out scream!

[@daltonrothchild6569]

Love to see this! Nirvana’s Unplugged performance is what got me into them when I thought I didn’t like grunge, and I quickly realized that their music is actually pop gold and Kurt is my musical idol. I believe his melodies are unmatched!

[@fhpunk77]

This whole unplugged show was amazing. I’d honestly recommend watching the full show.

[@mirjamvond1731]

This whole performance is amazing. I listen to the album regularly

[@seanstevenson9891]

This session was the billboard of how great the music of the 90s was.

[@nickface55]

The interesting conclusion to the Leadbelly guitar story is that the one Curt is playing in this video later sold for something like $6 million. Thank you for a great reaction.

[@MrJeddYoung]

I never knew that. Thanks for posting this.

[@dullahan7677]

Not sure, dude. Lead Belly passed in 1949. Don't think that he ever used electrical instruments. Moreover, I don't believe that anyone would modify a musically historic piece like L.B.'s guitar with knobs and pickups. The guitar Kurt has here did sell for $600,000, though.

[@LeglessWonder]

@@dullahan7677 what does that have to do with anything here? Lol. Who said anything about mods? That being said, you’re still wrong, Kurt’s 59 Martin sold for $6 million back in 2020. Hell, that sweater he wore there sold for over 300k

[@dullahan7677]

@@LeglessWonder Yeah, I got the sweater and guitar numbers/origins mixed up. I actually posted this the night my Dad passed away, so clear thinking was not an option. Upon rereading, I can't believe how wrong my reply was, and truthfully, I can't even remember posting it.

[@nickface55]

@@dullahan7677 I hope you are ok, and God bless your father, RIP.

[@miguela.635]

That drummer is going places!

[@jaysonagapito8663]

It's an old song, it was first recorded in 1920's by an artist named Dock Walsh, and Bill Monroe and Lead Belly cover it in 1940's (I think), and in '93 Nirvana Cover it.. Awesome reaction😊👍👍

[@Arkryal]

This is wrenching when you consider when this was recorded (11/8/93), less than 5 months before he took his life (4/5/94). You have to wonder how much of that anguish was really the song at all, or if it was foretelling. The only thing recorded after this was "You Know You're Right", and a handful of live shows. This was pretty close to the end. But this is probably my favorite Nirvana performance. MOst of their other songs are nostalgic now, but this one is a punch in the gut every time you hear it.

[@gnoogie]

most of the time, the decision to go through with suicide happens about 5 minutes before the attempt. Unfortunately, those are the cases where the attempts are successful. RIP

[@calcramer]

4/8/94. I’d remember if it was 4/5 cos it’s my birthday.

[@AwoudeX]

'a punch in the gut' yeah, 'you know you're right' is a punch in the gut as he bellows 'pain' numerous times in that song

[@daggerSLADE]

Some of the best grunge performances of all time - MTV unplugged

[@Ieeho98]

Nice Reaction! These MTV Unplugged shows were really popular when they started doing them in the early 90's. You really get to see more of the musicianship of the bands on these. I don't know if you have ever listened to The Foo Fighters or not, but the drummer in this video is Dave Grohl and he went on to form The Foo Fighters after Kurt's death, but he stopped playing the drums and picked up a guitar and is also the singer.

[@Matjo7588dk]

MTV unplugged is the one gift MTV left the world. They gave so many iconic bands at the time this outlet, and it let to some of the most iconic live concerts. Thinking of what MTV have become, with all the nonsense they do know. Its important to remember that once upon a time they where the only place that gave a platform for these bands to do this, and for the young listeners to interact with it in that way. And the MTV Unplugged shows are legendary now, all because of what MTV used to be.

[@AwoudeX]

-beavis and butthead commenting on videos -celebrity death match -happy tree friends If they reintroduce these 3 things, a whole bunch of oversensitive people will end up with an aneurism... Mtv used to be pinnacle tv making, now it's garbage nonsense

[@ssylbi]

😵The best unplugged concert of all time ever just my personal opinion. Good old days music.😵

[@wickedPrints3256]

The unplugged session was an amazing moment in time. So glad it was captured. I would recommend the song About a girl. On the album bleach it sticks out like a beautiful sore thumb. It's as if the beatles somehow possessed Kurt for one song. So good! It's my favorite Nirvana song.

[@squid6108]

That eye contact he gives at the end gives me chills everytime

[@jeffjones7108]

"Lake of Fire" from MTV unplugged is worth listening to. "Breed" from Live at the Paramount is one of my favourites, much more in keeping with Nirvana's more 'typical' energy. Great workout track.

[@jaymilo8425]

Love Dave grohl on the drums and Kurt's passion you feel it in this song. Legends!

[@Bekka_Noyb]

that last few primal screams just get's me. The history of it all just makes it hit even harder

[@marriusmal]

I could literally listen to you talking for hours. This reaction was amazing, I get shivers everytime I listen to this version. Subscribed!

[@trtr5586]

Gives me shivers that last chorus when he sings his heart out. Just a sad few months later he takes his own life. You can hear the pain in his voice. Goosebumps.

[@stevegray1308]

He sang this with so much passion that you would think it was his girlfriend betraying him.

[@playerontherise7786]

Pretty sure she did, no way he had that pain in him just because.

[@marciebulsaraorcutt]

Exactly right; she admitted later that this was true.

[@RaymondHamby]

How have you never heard all of nirvanas music. Especially this unplugged set on mtv. The entire unplugged was amazing.

[@jco207]

I wish you played until the end just to see how cool Kurt was signing autographs and shaking the hands of fans. He was for the people. Great reaction to a legendary performance.

[@LuvLifeVlogZ]

Glad you left in the talking, it's SO great. It adds so much to the whole thing. What a great personality he had. ❤

[@guitarbackingtracks999]

You seriously need to do Devin Townsend sings Kingdom for EMG TV. One of the most talented metal vocalists of all time

[@petenieto1575]

Thanks for the wonderful reaction! Please do Lake of Fire from the same set next. I hardly ever see people asking for it, but it’s a really good one.

[@joesmo4749]

Late 80s and early 90s produced some of the greatest bands and music! Glad to have been a teenager back then!

[@Johari-pf7cy]

MTV unplugged is one of the best live albums of all time. This performance just shows the capability of Kurt’s raw, bone chilling voice.

[@garysimonson1135]

One the great live performances of all time and that is not hyperbole.

[@Agemus6139]

My grandma was a big fan of this song when Leadbelly released it, so I was familiar with it when I was a kid back in the ‘80’s. It was awesome to hear Nirvana play it and is my favorite Nirvana performance. It’s so haunting!

[@bobmarsh6915]

You have to watch the whole concert it's so great so many old folk songs

[@manuelcatenacci1699]

Simply ICONIC!

[@briangreen9677]

Their song "Come As You Are" is the first song I play on any new sound system I install. It's a masterpiece. Another song off that album that showcases Kurt's fry singing is "Lithium". In all honesty, I spin that vinyl and drop the needle on those songs to bring back all the amazing memories I had while living in the Seattle area. The entire "Nevermind" record is grunge at its finest.

[@ghost-type]

The Man Who Sold The World cover from this is amazing. It's originally a David Bowie song that Kurt made his own.

[@CyberSammael]

These two MTV Unplugged sessions - Nirvana and Pearl Jam - are highlights. Pennyroyal Tea is my favourite from this session, but both sessions are just fantastic all the way through. I highly recommend some Soundgarden too, or just Chris Cornell in his solo sessions.

[@adamcarlile5909]

Alice In Chains MTV unplugged is my favourite, Layne Stayley was struggling so much at the time (why he came out with those sunglasses on) but they stil deliver Nutshell in the most incredible way possible.

[@keymack2477]

This is my first time on your channel, Rachel, and I enjoyed your reaction very much! I look forward to seeing more of your reactions! This is an amazing performance by the great Kurt Cobain and Nirvana!! Cheers,

[@twistedpixel756]

This entire performance was so memorable i can still remember when this first aired. I was an adolescence, maybe 12 or 13, setting the VCR to record Dawson's Creek while i watched this on a different channel. Easily one of the best moments in television, and rock music as a whole.

[@jasoncinema]

uh, this premiered in December 1993 on MTV; Dawson’s Creek premiered on The WB in January 1998, so a re-airing is the most likely scenario. And you’re absolutely right - it’s definitely an inconic moment in rock music history, and television as well. I remember buying the album on cassette tape at Blockbuster Music. It came out a month before the airing of that episode of MTV Unplugged.

[@twistedpixel756]

@@jasoncinema wow, you're right, and my brain is currently melting from Mandela effect.

[@twistedpixel756]

@@jasoncinema It might have been 90210, jesus, i forgot that show even existed.

[@ksapp2622]

God this song gives me serious chills this dude was so talented and amazing

[@McLeod2022]

Thank You for the react... It has been in my Staylist for so long. Love your channel.☮☮❤❤

[@pedroromano1980]

To be honest the whole MTV Unplugged Concert with Nirvana was fantastic and if you want to delve into that and either react to or listen for yourself the other songs from that concert you won't regret.

[@JayOwinFull]

That entire concert is 11/10

[@davidmarchewka703]

There were so many amazing unplugged shows on MTV....you honestly absolutely 💯 % listen to this whole show on KZbin along with pearl jam, Alice in chaines and 10,000 maniacs unplugged shows

[@dantheman9784]

This song is also known as "In The Pines". This is a traditional American folk song from the Southern Application Mountains which is believed to the the combination of two other American Folk songs which were written by unknown artist in the 1870's, and were picked up by Bluegrass musicians and Blues artist such as Lead Belly. Always great seeing how this song has endured as a true American classic.

[@jamesmorales2929]

Watch the whole unplugged session, it's still regarded as one of the best unplugged showcase ever recorded.

[@ReklusiveMindz]

There’s only been a few greats in history and he is one of them. Voices like this are God sent

[@apeekintime]

This track is pure bonkers. It's the last song of the set and Kurt put it ALL out there. This and Pearl Jam's cover of Last Kiss are by far the most emotion rich covers of any song ever. Soul baring vocals.

[@RedDeadGunslingerOutlaw]

If ever a standing ovation was due

[@miguelabreucoelho]

Please do listen to more Nirvana, but at some point, please also go to Alice in Chains and listen/watch the Love Hate Love performance at Live at the Moore. It will give you a lot to take in and analyze.

[@carlscover1554]

When the first time I heard this song the tears of my eyes suddenly falls down out of nowhere the emotion the way Kurt sing it is very sad and that's why I love this song so much..

[@JarheadCrayonEater]

I was a junior in highschool when he died. Still one of my favorite bands.

[@rogerbianchini2982]

Loved it -- "HOLY MOLEY" .......... perfecto reactionissimo

[@m2hmghb]

I miss Nirvana. They were one of a kind. I grew up on their music, and there has never been a band that touched me quite the same.

[@brunomassafferro4473]

"You Know You're Right" shows a lot of the incredible range of Kurt's voice!

[@ulfdahlman-xv2ne]

I cried like a baby when i first heard this, it still makes me cry like a baby❤️

[@vladimirpoutine7522]

I actually attended the Unplugged show. Great times!

[@bigdave3777]

“The man who sold the world” from this unplugged set is also phenomenal and is a great demonstration of Kurt’s unique voice

[@jonathanroofner2375]

That is the most beautiful sounding guitar ever

[@ddevil4980]

The man who sold the world is my favorite song from their unplugged performance. I would give my left big toe to go back and be at that show. 😊

[@pablozapatafilms]

I have never never never seen someone thinging like this. just Amazing!!!!!

[@markbeauchamp2053]

I would call it a musical scream. So much talent with so little time.

[@Jacobyy8]

love hate love live at the moore by alice in chains, laynes voice is like a lion, the grunge scene had so many good voices

[@DamonTrader]

Kurt was a force,my god.I gotta watch that again.

[@jvnbrk]

Kurt was amazing, they were arguably one of the biggest bands in history and they got there in 3 years. Shame what happened they would of just kept going, Kurt didn't care about technicalities and I like artists like that, just let it flow. He was imperfect but was perfect at it

[@BS-Outdoors1320]

The whole unplugged albumn was and still is fire.

[@Ghoulstille]

If you wanna see Nirvana at the point just before they exploded to no. 1 on the Billboard Charts, the best is their live show at the Paramount in Seattle on Halloween night in 1991. Check out Breed and Aneurysm.

[@MghtyMax_1980]

Sadness /darkness are many times the other side of glory and fame... I was already a great fan of Nirvana's music and kobain voice in the early 90's ... And benn sad in april 94.

[@MsToma84]

my first cd-buy was the album Nirvana - Unplugged in New York. Its amazing how these songs are not old to me yet!

[@mikeharry1799]

this is the only "nirvana album" that i personally like. it's just as you said... intimate

[@candicehiles729]

It entertains me to no end to watch people younger than me discover the music of my youth

[@egonzalez713]

You missed the end where he says goodbye to the fans...where we said goodbye. Its so eerie like every one knew it was the last time. Visceral performance.

[@radiosonos]

goes straight to the heart 💔 RIP Kurt Miss U 🌹🙏

[@jazon345]

On the last point - Kurt cobain's screaming technique is certainly one that is tough to nail down, and I honestly don't think we've heard anybody in any genre use similar technique since his death. There definitely is some fry distortion in there (creakiness), but often times fry doesn't really have the power to belt that hard. I personally think he uses ventricular folds (false chords) with a mix of vocal-fry creakiness on certain notes, which takes *insane* skill to do. Dude was an alien.

[@VinsPol247]

1992 I saw Nirvana in concert...Best concert ever...

[@cheetos1231000]

MTV Nirvana Unplugged is my favorite album

[@diptanshusingh1813]

That raw voice at the end is a shock and is so best

[@billdecat855]

Love the reaction and really love the fellow Canadian Yvonne De Carlo (Lily Munster) vibe ya got going with the new hair.

[@mrhobs]

Cello AND acoustic bass really make for a nice powerful low end.

[@MrUnbekabal]

Defiantly watch the entire set it's fantastic..