Soundgarden - The Day I Tried To Live (Official Music Video)

[@waynehutchison2797]

So many times I was asked why I listened to songs about depression ...... these songs were never about depression to me, they were about beating that shit and living. Thank you Chris and company, I'm still here and I will never forget.

[@IR0YsMyIB0Y]

Songs like this do have a depressive undertone, but they also possess an incredible bright side to them if you allow it. The grunge era songs are filled with life changing lyrics and riffs like nothing I’ve ever encountered. There can be no good with out evil, no happiness without sorrow. This song is so powerful it could be weaponized.

[@beefandbarley]

@@IR0YsMyIB0Y yeah Leaf. Thumbs up

[@STOKESEY1974]

Well said mate he was one ☝️ of a kind true modern day prophet imho x

[@lennoth]

Man, that statement can be true to most songs, but not for that one...

[@SteadyMonotony]

amen dude

[@henkhenkste6076]

Song Meaning From Chris Cornell himself: It's about trying to step out of being patterned and closed off and reclusive, which I've always had a problem with. It's about attempting to be normal and just go out and be around other people and hang out. I have a tendency to sometimes be pretty closed off and not see people for long periods of time and not call anyone. It's actually, in a way, a hopeful song. Especially the lines "One more time around/Might do it", which is basically saying, 'I tried today to understand and belong and get along with other people, and I failed, but I'll probably try again tomorrow.' A lot of people misinterpreted that song as a suicide-note song. Taking the word "live" too literally. "The Day I Tried to Live" means more like the day I actually tried to open up myself and experience everything that's going on around me as opposed to blowing it all off and hiding in a cave.

[@craigchaplen3767]

Chris Cornell didn't kill himself

[@henkhenkste6076]

@@craigchaplen3767 responding to the wrong post?

[@samdecasas6920]

Yeah, but why try to be something you are not? After I came to grips that I’m an introvert, I found my true purpose with God and found hobbies that afford me great joy and relaxation.

[@МихаилМ-з3д]

​@@samdecasas6920может он не разобрался с психологическими проблемами. Решал их с помощью наркотиков😮😢

[@DarrinsDen2023]

@@craigchaplen3767 lol @ conspiracy theories

[@LAUGHINGMANWILL]

Chris may be gone but he's the reason so many of us are still here

[@toocoolfortheroom380]

Amen to that brother

[@blindmansbluff]

LAUGHINGMANWILL - I'll say an amen to that too.

[@urrrccckostan]

His music will never die

[@musicfan8867]

That is good humor man xD

[@oldnic6665]

This song alone is the reason I'm still here X

[@MrWhy6]

The sheer amount of amazing songs written between 1991-1994 is amazing.

[@nick1daly]

Don’t count out 1996. Down on the Upside alone had a lot to offer for the Seattle scene

[@thursoberwick1948]

There were a lot of bad songs during that period too. I was around. These guys cancelled it all out.

[@edvinsabanovic8899]

There will be never a better performer than him Chris Cornell ❤️😉

[@hobo1704]

94 was the best year for music

[@marsman509]

Yes and I wrote them all

[@MuricaTurkey]

Depression is a war. Everyday is a battle. Sometimes one of us falls, but we have to keep trying, everyday. For the ones who we love who still are living, and for the ones who fell before us. RIP Chris Cornell.

[@Bricofy]

i tried today again....tomorrow... one more time around 💖

[@pedromiguel748]

Maris P. Stay strong... be safe!

[@RobsterRulzDude0518]

Anxiety is a worse war than depression. I've had both throughout my life. Depression is actually warm and fuzzy compared to severe anxiety.

[@NaemiQ]

amen bro. Very many thinks depression is a joke, but it truly aint. One that hasnt had the struggle, will never understand..

[@melissalykins8895]

DodoBirdie Amen. My sister passed away almost exactly a year after Chris did. She had the lyrics to Fell on Black Days, on her wrist. I have 2 sisters, we love Chris Cornell so much. I miss him, but the pain I have from missing my sister is unreal. She was everything to us, she battled addiction so long. She ended up going septic, and on life support, but she never came back to us. It's been almost three months. ❤️😪

[@croninkymjeneekpx1638]

Chris may be gone but he's the reason so many of us are still here No one sings like you anymore, rip Chris!

[@donttreadonmygrow5306]

Croninkym Jeneekpx rip

[@M.J.B27]

Black hole sun reference

[@katherinepennington4869]

he is not gone by far.

[@yodaov3975]

Times are gone for honest men And sometimes far too long for snakes

[@geddoe316]

Copying the top comment word for word? Moron

[@ScottCorrente]

I am a depression sufferer and this song means alot to me. When I hear this man sing, he almost hypnotizes me to a better state of mind. Music heals

[@kelvinbryant7602]

Ur so right this music helped me with depression n addiction

[@seancake4048]

It does for sure. Chris played music to get him in a better state of mind too

[@kelvinbryant7602]

@@seancake4048 I believe that. U miss Chris n his music

[@kelvinbryant7602]

Prayn for u. That u depression gets better

[@TheBestDoorSkeelz]

I am always happy to hear of more people out there that Chris also gives hope to. If you have never heard of Audioslave, give them a listen as well. Chris Cornell was one of the greatest musicians to ever live, and he worked with some of the greatest musicians who ever lived, to create some of the most uplifting and unique "grunge" music that most people would probably just assume is "edgy and depressing" when his lyrics speak so many volumes. We lost him to a careless doctor, and we must never forget that. My love and support goes out to his wife in her legal battles. Stay strong. Ignore the haters.

[@mattiasgraff8162]

As a survivor of depression, this song hits hard. Miss you Chris!

[@ivanberdichevsky5679]

A survivor so far... noone survives this shit... we're all lab rats... I tried to live today... I failed...

[@thijsgeurts5003]

@@ivanberdichevsky5679 oh shit that's dark. And on point.

[@char4590]

same :(

[@clintdavis1692]

No one survives forever.

[@johnfortier1130]

He had a concussion at the time of his death . The pills he took caused him to take his life.

[@Beeker255]

From the age of 19 to 49 this song still gives me chills. SG forever.

[@outliarpunx8568]

the same i feel shivers at the start and it fills me. spritual like none else from then.

[@uncian0633]

Same here. Will turn 50 next week... guess what will be played all day?

[@funkysexy69]

Ditto!! 💯🖤👊🏽 ..almost same age, just 47 + still get goosebumps listening to CC...🖤

[@anthonybhrim2491]

Wow, where has 30 years gone?☹️

[@todddoesthings2ndchannel336]

Saul Goodman?

[@OneMightyFinger]

This fucking song man. 27 years later and it still kills. Best they ever wrote imho.

[@stoner7144]

Indeed

[@lout583]

This album is brilliant. Like Suicide is up there too.

[@michaelhall6340]

hunger strike

[@carolalexander3001]

27 years? Oh hell no.

[@kingexclusivo]

“Blow up the outside world” is as good as it gets

[@deiradinn]

Cornell on "The Day I Tried to Live": It's about trying to step out of being patterned and closed off and reclusive, which I've always had a problem with. It's about attempting to be normal and just go out and be around other people and hang out. I have a tendency to sometimes be pretty closed off and not see people for long periods of time and not call anyone. It's actually, in a way, a hopeful song. Especially the lines "One more time around/Might do it," which is basically saying, 'I tried today to understand and belong and get along with other people, and I failed, but I'll probably try again tomorrow.' A lot of people misinterpreted that song as a suicide-note song. Taking the word "live" too literally. "The Day I Tried to Live" means more like the day I actually tried to open up myself and experience everything that's going on around me as opposed to blowing it all off and hiding in a cave." Via Wikipedia

[@97soldier14]

o.o no sabía eso! thanks for the information :)

[@premb6147]

Going through it now. Failed, failing and too scared to accept reality but I know I will fail. Sad but its true. Really scared.

[@lennypersonalized]

Thanks for that. I can totally relate.

[@deiradinn]

+Lenny Criollo sure thing

[@Brankas]

Sure bro 100% agree

[@jatheshadow]

to those struggling.. I salute You! 🙏 Be strong! God Bless You 🙏 I feel You.. (I'm one of you ..)💪👊🤗

[@Dantheman259-y4t]

me too

[@DanaBana777]

Thank-you for that!!!

[@IDK-c4h3i]

Same

[@thefacetassenior5732]

"And yet i fight, this battle all alone, no one to cry to, no place to call home" Rest in piece, Chris and Layne.

[@angeldoherty]

That lyric always’s get me, that song. I love AIC and Soundgarden.

[@angeldoherty]

Get out of here I always quote that lyric. It’s so scary and like it’s so sad because it’s so true.

[@cocochanelly5193]

😢 best comment ever! 🙏🏼🫶🏼

[@JohnOtoole-hm8cv]

Layne was a heroin addict who loved to get high over anything in life, Chris was in a different mind set , don't compare the two!

[@myracrosby1186]

Chris’s voice remains one of the best vocalist I’ve ever heard. I regret not seeing him live. This music forever lives on.

[@jackrowe9695]

Same! I’ve had opportunities seeing him…just thought he was immortal for a time…wish I could go back I would definitely see him!

[@markarpin3686]

Got to say I met him biggest high lite of my life RIP Chris

[@jon590]

Chris and Layne Staley were my favorite.

[@chrisclark3836]

lucky enough to see him with SG and solo 5 times from 1994-2016. unreal.

[@ghaleon1103]

No one sings like him anymore...

[@SteveFurches]

In 1994 I didn't take this CD out of my car for months. I knew every song by heart. This album defined that year for me.

[@HandlingItAll]

Absolutely. I've decided that I don't care what a person believes. There are so many reasons to hate and ideology or person behind it. If you want to contribute to life in anyway, then stay with us. I'm a radical but please, stay with us, all of you...

[@Evert850]

Same.

[@svanteantonius3050]

Defined guitar based music of th '90s and onward.

[@richardfolsum4977]

@Marceline Ingot exactly

[@PinePrince]

I was 14 in 1994 and my mom died suddenly of cancer that year so this music was my way of coping.

[@apollo_gen]

As someone with depression, whenever I get in that mindset, this song makes me feel very empowered, and makes me feel a lot better. Thank you Soundgarden.

[@amrialuiza]

Blow up the outside world also works that way for me

[@vonn4017]

clinically diagnosed or self diagnosed. it does matter

[@apollo_gen]

@@vonn4017 clinically diagnosed, not that it's any of your business but i figured i'd entertain your apparent insatiable curiousity.

[@lisaparsons4124]

Yes I agree and Chris Cornell a awesome singer, so sad he passed away,he was near my age,may Chris Cornell RIP 💐

[@mytubeblows]

As a happy person, I love this song. It reminds me of my birthday.

[@Padicus70]

On this tiny ball of dirt and water floating through the Cosmos I just happened to occupy the same space and time as Soundgarden. And that, ladies and gentlemen, is one amazing stroke of luck.

[@simonetherese4530]

Well said! I'm fortunate enough to have met CC, such an intelligent and kind human, he had the spirit of a true artist.

[@TheGobblingGoblin]

yeah but you missed Yakubal's album in 2234 AD

[@taylorhill6027]

​@@TheGobblingGoblinmaybe not. I hope i live to see organs grown in jars in after a few hours. Drop some skinflakes off and go out do your shopping and get it slapped in.

[@HeidiHaaland]

'Tis

[@Liam123-r8o]

How did you call my planet?😳

[@rsreidjr]

Tears in my eyes listening to. His voice touches my soul and makes me sad there will never be another like him. Same time it makes me happy that I was alive to experience his career and how many great songs he graced us with.

[@DanaBana777]

Yeah!...I agree!!!

[@stacy9708]

I was diagnosed bipolar 1 a few years ago. My cycles are seasonal and you can set your watch by them. This winter I tried to spend a day out of bed and listened to music for the first time in months. It was excruciating but this song came on. Nothing ever written describes more perfectly what mental illness is like. I was sobbing through the song but felt at peace as well because for the first time in a long time I didn’t feel alone. And I felt like someone as phenomenal as Chris Cornell would understand and wouldn’t see me like a freak show. What a wonderful man we were graced with.

[@carsonhoberty9683]

good for you. i lost my sister to mental illness. stay above ground.

[@MRKetter81]

I have bipolar, you're not alone. You should check out "SortingMySelfOut" channel; your not alone.

[@GoddamnManbat]

I'm Bipolar 2 and I'm pretty seasonal as well. But my timing is functional from March - October (my up is when people think I'm taking care of myself) slow slide down through the holidays and absolutely fucking bummed by the end of January.

[@Olubumni]

❤️❤️❤️

[@ProfessorCastle]

Same diagnosis here and I relate completely. Last winter was so hard. Secluded myself nearly the entire season. One other song that really defines bipolar to me is moonlight sonata by beethoven. Some say he was bipolar as well and it seems he wouldn't be able to such an accurate depiction of the symptoms without first hand knowledge. The mood starts out in an obvious deep depression, which leads to an awakening of happiness, continues on into frantic mania, and eventually crashes back into depression. It's remarkable to me how vivid the story is even though there are no lyrics. Thought I would share. Maybe I'll get your take on the song. Goodluck on your journey. It's a hard road but we're not the only ones on it.

[@ghostlyworld101]

When all the 80'&90s rockers started getting haircuts, Chris grew his hair out. Always in a league of his own. Rest easy Legend

[@admtech69]

Killer Vocals, Killer Song...

[@ChrisEdi]

that will live on forever

[@courtneykirk478]

Yeeeeeeeeeeeeees. This is coming from a black lady. Dude could rip it, shatter it.

[@shawne7228]

I think it's the best song on superunknown

[@padraig5335]

@Bi-polar Bear Ey, he just may fancy himself that. Aren't you smart for pointing that out?

[@rodpadgett415]

@@shawne7228 thank you very much for your input, we will take it into consideration.

[@dogankaplan5231]

Soundgarden is just one of the Best Bands in the Music history

[@macp4864]

Yes it's true!

[@centralmorumbicentralmorum9442]

Melhor banda que já vi !!!

[@michaelnetherton2593]

word

[@josiemaxj763]

@So So They're both fairly different I think.

[@wannabecarguy]

@So So troll alert

[@dumeydabro]

Superunknown, one of the best albums in history

[@terrymartin3036]

Been a fan since badmotorfinger, love the old never crazy about the new. still love superunkmown. my favorite Seattle album.

[@papacthulhuspricht...5820]

Yes! Yes! Yes!

[@barbaramiddendorf9692]

yup used to listen alone at night not realizing at first what I had found

[@Mary-m8o]

SOUNDGARDEN AND AIC ARE THE GOATS ❤❤❤

[@destinixshakur]

Literally it should be classified as such

[@Wolfdragon92584]

Superunknown is such a friggin monolith of an album. 70 minutes long and not a nanosecond is wasted. It's an exploratory of the battle of the human condition, wreathed in haunted wails, bizarre tunings, and shadowy pop dissonance. You can dance to it, you can weep to it, you can do dishes to it; it just gets under your skin like no other work.

[@thedude420h20]

Superunkown 4th of July Limo wreck Slaves&Bulldozers(yes I know that’s Badmotorfinger lol)

[@breesechick]

I think I've done all of the above to superunknown.

[@octavecrush]

slaves and bulldozers was always my favorite from that album. so underrated@@thedude420h20

[@reverendwartooth8470]

I don’t think if ever read a more true comment

[@deltatango-six7941]

Facts. One of the greatest music albums of all time.

[@turdfaceshithead]

No musician in this generation can write, play guitar, and sing like Chris. We took him for granted.

[@benderman1157]

sad but true

[@benhaven7501]

one BILLION % truth.

[@armurph1102]

Charlie InTulsa you are so right! Chris Cornell was a force to be reckoned with and definitely an unbelievable artist, his lyrics cant be touched.

[@morrisseyharvey9565]

Only one other musician I would mention, Scott Weiland. Both are amazing in their own respects.

[@OrthodoxMeathead]

Well... no disrespect and not that I'd put him as great of a singer as Chris (there really are few that could touch his ability), but Dave Grohl is pretty badass in all those departments.

[@odinson99m]

"...the words you say, never seem to live up to the ones inside your head...the lives we make, never seem to ever get us anywhere but dead..."

[@Beeker255]

Poetry

[@SlimJ1980-Eire]

Absolutely love that line

[@wandacastellanos1279]

But please try!!

[@wandacastellanos1279]

That's why you must have THE BEST FRIEND to have your back in every thought!!

[@themessenger2948]

Nice dual meaning.

[@helenembrio8709]

Im a bit of an autistic, diagnosed with borderline and split personality, depressed for a long long time with 5 suicide attempts. Cornell's lyrics always understood me and I felt them, that kind of music is the only thing I can feel. Ive been having therapy since march, its quite effective. Cheers to all of You coping with personal disorders and depression. We still have music. Keep trying every day, I do too.

[@jatheshadow]

thx for sharing! Keep up the good work! 🙂😉 cheers from Poland!

[@stayhungry1020]

Yes, i'm with borderline too, a bit depressed and major anxiety so I feel your words. Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Motherlove Bone, Mad Season gives me the extra energy in the bad days. I quitted drinking and substance use almost 10 months ago. Feel so much better and more clearer than ever in my 35 years. Got my shit together and I'm so damn relieved. Alcohol and drugs made it worse in the long run, fed up with that going nowhere feeling. Love from Finland. Carry on, everything is possible and you are not alone. It's all in your mind, the good, the bad, the devil, the god. Peace and One Love.

[@nigelsmith7366]

Stay strong.... Fight it every step.... Do you have a cat or dog.... If not get one.... My cat and good music has saved my life

[@andreaduncan3845]

Same💛lets hang in there!!!

[@EliteFitnessWithSteve]

❤️

[@PontiacSunfires]

Deep song that will be played forever until the end of time

[@h.hickenanaduk8622]

which isn't that far away. Act accordingly.

[@PontiacSunfires]

@@h.hickenanaduk8622 says who

[@WhereTheBASShasNoName]

Compared to all the other Seattle bands from the Grunge Era, I have to say after listening to this song, Black Hole Sun, Spoonman and more, I would say Soundgarden has the most unique and different sound for a "Grunge" band. Makes me appreciate them even more. I cry out to the Heavens everyday saying "God why is Chris gone?!?! Bring him back to life!!!" Chris Cornell is dearly missed.

[@cathalsurfs]

No shit, genius. ;)

[@boyana1616]

a;ice in chains were best

[@joandrumz3176]

Chris is gone, because he wanted to be gone.

[@GenericInternetter]

dave grohl said nirvana thought soundgarden were going to be the bigger band from the grunge scene

[@danwroy]

Relax

[@nicolasriveros943]

Today i woke the same as any other day. Take a shower and i was ready to work and start the day. Then i heard the news. Everywhere. I feel...numb. And all i can think is "The lives we make never seem to ever get us anywhere but dead". I don't know what else to say except on how fucking greatfull i am for having saw SG live the only time they've come to my country. Rest in Peace mr Cornell, today i will jam all of your albums in your honor. "Singing one more time around..."

[@F1R35HAD0W]

Nicolás Riveros I'm feeling the same, yesterday was my first summer vacation day, I was very excited cause I was about to date the girl I​ ​love, then heard the news, and my whole day turned into a shitty sad day, I grew up listening to Soundgarden and Audioslave and it was really devastating for me.

[@CharlieGirl1964]

[@kfreer871]

I live right across from Detroit, on the Canadian side. I go to Detroit all the time for concerts. I planned to do this one but it was a work night and I didn't have anyone to go with. Fuck how I wish I went. This guy shaped my life, right from birth until now. Black Hole Sun was what my dad would sing to me as a lullabye. I feel like I've lost a friend. So envious you've seen these guys. Much love to you and all the other Cornell fans out there

[@jokendagger4759]

I remember seeing them at the Trocadero in Philly. Chis' lyrics were always a little dark or bittersweet. Imagine being famous, successful, rich and well liked but still unhappy. I can't.

[@Brastius]

I had tickets to see them at the Bomb Factory in Deep Ellum. I don't even want a refund, I just want the pain to stop.

[@Diatonic5th]

"The words you say never seem to live up to the ones inside your head. The lives we make never seem to ever get us anywhere but dead." Great lyrics.

[@stoopid_goopid]

Diatonic5th probably my favorite lyrics ever from any song

[@jadams8231]

My sole yearbook quote from 1995 lol

[@erikfreitas7093]

Raw truth

[@JarekKscielniak]

Epic

[@TotallyRadical]

Im here on the 30th anniversary of Superunknown to pay respects to CC and one of the best rock albums of the 90s and possibly one of the 🐐s. Props to anyone thats still listening to this masterpiece all these decades later.

[@samueljaen701]

We need music like this today. This music is better than any therapy or medicine out there.... it heals you.

[@redskies4530]

Hi i recommend a song called 'The Bond Villain' By Robert Nix

[@anthonyinsani9914]

No doubt

[@terryhumes]

Close my eyes and I'm a teen again. Chris Cornell is gone, but he leaves me with this feeling forever, and I am thankful. RIP.

[@jaym.5713]

Feel the same brother

[@kellysharp5724]

Terry Humes this song gives me hope!!and hope is a good thing especially when you're effed up

[@NTRFGHTR]

He died a day after my birthday day man....that messed me up when I figured that out ✝✌ Rip

[@chrisparsons6686]

Terry Humes same her brother instantly transported back in time and what great times they were

[@aliciaisrael586]

Me too....i was about 14 when this came out

[@Throwyourstones]

I suffer from some mental health issues and Chris makes me feel a peace that the world is a crazy place and it’s ok to be pissed about it. RIP Chris your vocals are yet to be beaten. So glad your music helped others too.

[@Throwyourstones]

@Arsene Lupin III I don’t think so. Not that I wouldn’t want to head to a place of light sometimes out of the dark.

[@Throwyourstones]

@Arsene Lupin III I guess so.

[@mikemieding4773]

"Just like you"

[@oliox8685]

Take good care of yourself.

[@Throwyourstones]

@@oliox8685 Thank you. I will.😊

[@KidChardonnay]

What an empowering piece of art. The message of trying to live a meaningful life in spite of trauma and fear resonates with me. To anyone reading this, don't give up on bettering yourself in this crazy world. Give it one more time around and who knows, you might do it.

[@Ghostmotorfinger]

Chris and Soundgarden are the reason I have made it through so many of my darkest times. Thank you brother and Say Hello 2 Heaven.

[@MC-ep8cu]

I mean being an oakland raiders fan, yeah sorry you've gone through so much...

[@seaangelable]

That's Right 💯🤘

[@lukepeyer7660]

"Words you say, never seem To live up to the ones inside your head The lives we make never seem To ever get us anywhere but dead" R.I.P man you were truly a legend.

[@johndef5075]

Luke Peyer didn't know that lyric.....chilling❤️🎤😭

[@lukepeyer7660]

And now it has even more meaning to it for me and I am sure many others, than it did before. Can't believe he is gone...

[@michelleelliott4850]

Luke Peyer I can't believe he's gone either. I'll never forget him or his music😔

[@easypeasy8479]

Wonder how many days he went to bed thinking one more time around

[@leecummings2949]

Chris cornel

[@renemartinez9534]

Always respect this man. Whatever he went through a lot of us went through respect him.

[@DanaBana777]

This song makes you feel like, You're Not The Only One!😢Thank-you Chris!!!!"Just Like You!"😮

[@deanoriccardi8593]

When he sings" Shoulda stayed in bed"...damn...just damn...no words...no words...Rest in Peace RockGod

[@ivanberdichevsky5679]

Also damn those vocal chords.

[@oliwar3145]

Been listening since high school and I'm now a 35 year old. Soundgarden never gets out of style and you Chris Cornell shall be remembered.

[@jgbg13]

Absolutely!!

[@troymcclure9088]

'84 gang here. I feel you brother.

[@joeleustice]

44 here... still love the music.

[@johncase3998]

Checking in at 50. I'm still rocking to this song. Still mesmerizing vocals.

[@ThomasDLee-lj1jm]

Listening at 58

[@calebdrew5684]

"I learned that I was a liar." Until recently, I always thought he was saying, "I love that I was alive." I always sang it that way, and when he died, it really meant something to me to hear it that way. I'll respect his lyrics and their purpose in the song, but for me, it will always mean something a bit different.

[@supremebuffalo6322]

oh wow, i was in the same boat as you guys until this moment. ya had to fuckin ruin it for me! lol it does change the meaning a good bit, though. maybe the song is slightly depressing now hahaha

[@Olubumni]

Same here. I always sang, I learned that I was alive.”

[@matthewsweeney6444]

I always thought he said '11 hours a night' ...

[@Narmacil427]

@@Olubumni I did the same too! wow!

[@DevilzDance81]

Me too! Def changes the meaning and still powerful nonetheless

[@colormetakenaback]

These lyrics hit center mass for me. Depression and hospitalization I understand personally. His death came right before everything crashed down for me. It's hard to put into words but I felt so connected to him through all of his lyrics because I understood him in that mindset. Damnit losing Chris was a travesty.

[@mperez9745]

One day at a time...one more time around..❤

[@susanw0720]

Right there with you. 🖤

[@colormetakenaback]

@@susanw0720 I'm sorry you went through it too.

[@330benzobenzovangogh5]

I know exactly the feeling to which you refer 🖤🖤🖤🦋

[@silverioperez490]

Been there for 20 plus years and still here ,you just learn to live with it. Keep fighting the good fight 👍

[@drewluvcologne7732]

Who's here 2024!!! Legends never die !!!

[@joey_da_blowy]

One of the greatest singer/songwriters of all time, and with an absolutely killer band. This song is one of my favorites, and apparently one of his favorites, but even so, so many of his good songs are better than many artist's best songs. I love the music of Chris Cornell and the man he was, may he rest in peace :/

[@Dang6712]

Always, I never left

[@wesleyyoung2157]

Will be 40 this year. Been listening to Chris since 92. 8 years old jamming lol

[@TiltedTilterGaming]

Still not sure I deserve to be called a legend but thanks. Guess if enough people say it then it must be either true or the news lol. Glad I’m in good company 🙂. Pretty legendary yourself.

[@seanobrien500]

Tune will never stop kicking ass

[@jerredwayne8401]

Alice in chains and soundgarden are the best of grunge era

[@CrackBeaver]

Both of which are in my top 3 bands of ALL TIME.

[@ella2761]

Yeah, you're right. i also like pearl jam and nirvana too tho (however a lot of people seem to hate nirvana these days)

[@jerredwayne8401]

@@ella2761 agreed

[@cantyouhearmeknocking1961]

Don't forget Smashing Pumpkins.

[@jacoboribilik3253]

@@cantyouhearmeknocking1961 I wouldn't label TSP as grunge, probably just a few songs would fit into the genre. They are totally worth listening to that's for sure, Gish and Siamese Dream are a delight.

[@jeffreymiller9808]

Superunknown still kickin' ass 20+ years later, this is definitely my favorite on that Classic Release!

[@dananderson2875]

+Jeffrey Miller Badmotorfinger

[@Wolfdragon92584]

+Jeffrey Miller It's soooo hard to pick a fav off that album, but I'd go with this, Fell on Black Days, and Like Suicide. Cheers.

[@Dave..1978-i9t]

+Dan Anderson Superunknown is infinitely better than Motorfinger. Better produced, better lyrics. Just a more grown-up album.

[@ronbowling2608]

+Jeffrey Miller I though this was on badmotorfinger?

[@jeffreymiller9808]

+Jeffrey Miller Track #10

[@Heather-r2n]

Who knew that in 2024 Chris would not be here anymore?? It doesn't matter how it happened it happened! R.I.P. Chris Cornell, thank you for all the beautiful music you left us! Your spirit lives on in your music! And through your children! God bless them!❤❤❤

[@hobomaninabox841]

Most of the major grunge era artists lead singers died before 2020. Now there only a handful of good ones left unfortunately

[@helenapogledic531]

As years go by, I consider this song as my favourite from Soundgarden.

[@caryhiles6711]

Has always been for me.

[@conge2154]

Agree

[@AhmedHussienEpic]

The most underrated song in the whole universe.

[@wendi101076]

Sevendust even covered this song.

[@pinemarten7509]

He was the reason most of us are still hanging on. Rip Chris 🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@icedviking4485]

Chris and my sister are the only reasons why I'm still hanging on. RIP indeed :c

[@SteveFurches]

Ain't that the truth. I hope his family realizes (and I hope he did too) how many suicides he prevented over the years.

[@derekzufelt9924]

Depression sucks! alot of people live with it everyday including myself..Thank you Chris for your Music R.I.P

[@marshal.s.howell2857]

Yes him, Chester and Dolores from the cranberries. All passed around the same time. Very sad. But I promised myself I’d hang on for them...they were the reason I’m alive. Them and his other band. 💔❤️

[@mmj9395]

There is a better way. Fully set free and delivered from depression in 1998. God bless you.

[@jye_24]

A lot of Chris's music is impossible to recreate but I swear this song is actually impossible for another human to sing Chris is a God.

[@ChickenJoe-tq6xd]

Just like layne Staley, honestly chris is the only one I’ve listened that’s as impossible to replicate as layne

[@jye_24]

@@ChickenJoe-tq6xdLayne is the best I love him because of his Power and Dynamics, but Chris’s Range and Vocal Control is just next level ❤

[@fdakis]

My favorite Soundgarden song of all time.

[@_mattybat666_]

This song and fell on black days!

[@fdakis]

Einhander 151 In matters of opinion, none of us are off. Let's just agree that we're Soundgarden fans :)

[@limowreck6721]

You might also want to try 4th of July and Slaves and Bulldozers. Great songs don't have to be singles or even popular.

[@limowreck6721]

I heard that one. It was the B-Side of Flower and on Echo of Miles.

[@limowreck6721]

Well I usually evaluate every track on an album before I try to decide the ones that I like.

[@tanisbellington3836]

Saw him (SG and AS) several times live and they were great shows. I'm 44 so the whole grunge movement was a integral part of my life years ago. This was one of my fav SG songs.....let his soul fly free.

[@supernovaallisondunlap4558]

Tanis Bellington I'm 41. SG and Audioslave were a huge part of my life. RIP CC!

[@Zanthxs]

I've loved his voice in SoundGarden & Temple Of The Dog and ever since . . . it goes to the Core.

[@lildannefantom6195]

Tanis Bellington I'm with you man. 43 yrs ole. The early to late 90's were magical in terms of endless jam music. Growing up to the this movement was special. This song especially. It never gets old.

[@zaxxx1975]

wish i was still there.... endless summer fun

[@nrf2veteranz571]

188 'Thumbs Down'? Who would down Soundgarden? Crazy world we live in.

[@AUsernameAndChannel]

***** Gotta agree there >_>. Why would the fools who dont like rock listen to Soundgarden anyway?

[@sirstriker886]

***** If you get this song you wouldn't give it a thumbs down. It's about depression and how you can see the world upside down and backwards. Feeling that the world is upside down is a common expression. After reading this pay attention to the lyrics. It makes sense.

[@nrf2veteranz571]

Shawn Murphy I didn't give it a 'thumbs down' you silly goose!

[@zu438]

***** not sure he meant you dude - but your retort was awesomely played down - good work sir - if only the world could behave in this way - you often see people go crazy and act offended, abusing the other person for no good reason.ps - this track is amazing but then so is the whole album superunknown (with the exception of head down which I am not a fan of)

[@nrf2veteranz571]

Zhute U I think you're right and right on man.

[@9999bigb]

No one is gonna believe me, but before I heard about Chris' death in my hometown I had this song in my head for like a week straight. When I learned of what happened it made my blood run cold. See you soon, brother.

[@nayasux1360]

He's helped so many people and he couldn't help himself. It stings man. Depression is a horrible thing. Its been 2 months and it still hurts. RIP Chris, you'll be missed by so many.

[@jamesbell3472]

I know why. He was going to expose a pedophile ring discovered by his and his wife's foundation. So he was murdered for it.

[@josevictorroling8638]

@@jamesbell3472 no man, he killed himself... What r u saying??

[@of_the_Word]

@@jamesbell3472 evidence?

[@jasonbarbush4991]

sometimes it happens when you experience unrequited love. been there but i cannot compare the situation with his.

[@lisaparsons2544]

I agree he's being missed, he was agreat singer

[@briangregory6303]

Chris Cornell was 7 days older and a thousand light years ahead of me. Keep out shining heaven.

[@cathysample4367]

Don’t get it RIP CHRIS wish I could of seen you in concert

[@grnttylr480]

Chris was ended by satanic phedopiles. They will get theirs in due time. Prison is not kind to them and they still have to face God.

[@Glorfendil]

@@grnttylr480 XD XD

[@tdawgz22]

I've never been super invested in Soundgarden, but when I heard the news this morning, my heart sank. As a musician, I have so much respect for these guys because of how the music they made, bettered the lives of so many people. Now I'm on a Soundgarden binge mostly out of sadness, as I've always admired Cornell's killer vocals. But to know that I'm never going to be able to experience the band's presence with their music is truly disheartening. The legacy he left will be everlasting, and though he's gone, we will always have his identity in our hearts, and his soul in the music. God bless, and R.I.P Chris, I'm happy that the pain is over for you, but heartbroken it had to be this way.

[@lauramorrison1175]

Audioslave - His voice is front and centre and WONDERFUL - I daresay, romantic

[@makavelismith]

A nice tribute to him. It's a terrible tragedy because although his pain is over, so is his happiness. He would have laughed again and had great days with his family again. He would have loved his music again.

[@christsaves72]

Tyler Moss met too same feeling..I don't sing for a long time anymore cause of emotional reasons but yep..they drop like trees these days abd something stinks! ♡

[@daggylmcgra9653]

+Tyler Moss; Beautifully expressed. Exactly how I feel too. Cheers!

[@debraduffy9610]

Yes I agree also. He had a voice that you just knew it was him when you heard. There have been and are some lead singers that ARE the voice of the band and he as was one of his generation. One of the best 90s bands and I ache too for the loss of him to his family and fans!!

[@bigjames4rmpa]

Rip Chris. We’ll always miss you and appreciate what you brought to the world.

[@mallrat11]

it's weird how critics loved to paint the grunge era bands with the same brush, but they were all so unique, whether it be because of their front men, or the musical vibe each would create.

[@anthward1972]

I wish I had gotten into this song back when it first came out, instead of now. I've missed out on 27 years of absolute amazingness!!! Better late than never though, right?

[@GoddamnManbat]

Always. Good music is eternal and is always there to find when you need it.

[@Beeker255]

One more time around.

[@farhanfarooqi7190]

Same here.... My 90s growing up was all gangsta rap but as I started getting older and now 40 I'm heavy into the 90s grunge and metal. Sounds fantastic more than ever to me.

[@outliarpunx8568]

bruv this song was made for u. ur not late. ur soul is right on time . you be timeless in that very second u heard it - for u r being.

[@mindriot91_96]

Absolutely. Better late than never, as long as you get to experience this musical brilliance. That's all that counts.

[@michaelgraham9774]

Is this anyone else's favorite soundgarden song?

[@jackoo666]

+Michael Graham for sure is mine. amazing song on so many levels. production is awesome too.

[@zottirgen]

+Michael Graham It is

[@mariamusic9076]

☝

[@sparrowflew]

It's one of my favorite songs, period, but yeah. Certainly my fav Soundgarden track.

[@VivalaVida000]

Yep! Blaring it to the max!

[@kruelton]

SO TRUE!!! ANYONE WITH A CHEMICAL ADDICTION.... THIS IS SPOT ON.... THANK YOU!!! CHRIS LIVES ONN!!!

[@cjob310]

I graduated in 93 and just thought all this awesome music would be around forever. I am forever grateful to Chris Cornell.

[@johnbjornmedlicott715]

Chris Cornell one of the top voices around,r.ip

[@lauramarie1194]

Same, hard to believe I'm about to be 48. I'll never stop listening to 90s grunge and rock.

[@amend318]

I feel the same. 93. We did have it good

[@rodgerhermes5995]

Imagine how many people out there that have never heard this song though, craziness man

[@thawedantarctican2171]

The demons finally got to him. RIP Chris Cornell. Listening to Soundgarden and Audioslave all day.

[@michelleelliott4850]

Thawed Antarctican me too😔😭😞🌸💐🌹⚘

[@damonjcrouse]

How about Temple of The Dog? Listen to some of that stuff trust me

[@diegotauta]

And the temple of the dog no?

[@doger235]

Check out his 1st two solo albums as well.

[@josanti4216]

A master piece, simple and pure l..l Cornell and his music, won't live this world.

[@stepha6391]

I'm 17 years old and I am beyond grateful my dad raised me on good music. Chris Cornell never fails to amaze me with his godly vocals from Temple Of The Dog to his solo stuff , he never fails to give me some type of chills . Himself and the band got me through times of trouble and for that I am beyond grateful for the power of music ❤️ Thank you .

[@Beeker255]

+Stephanie avila This gives me hope for your generation.

[@armandojuan64]

+Stephanie avila There's still hope , thanks Steph .

[@lady_massini]

Same age girl!!

[@celticdeamon567]

+Brandon Duncan I think you would be surprised, imagine how many of your generation have good taste, well those with kids, there's a fair chance their kids share those tastes.

[@ashleystachowiak2050]

It’s hard to miss someone you’ve never met, for the life that they should have had. Thank you Chris. ❤️

[@CornerOfTheUniverse]

3:49 gives me chills... "Should HAVE stayed in BEEEEeeeeeed..." Why are the views so low for this song?

[@CornerOfTheUniverse]

LOL Its 3:39, folks. Sorry about that.

[@flipdip1002]

Wallow in the blood and mud with all the other piiiiiiiiiigs.

[@yolandareyes9327]

because people are so lame and just plain blind/stupid that they just stick to the dumbest music ever (which is "popular" music from now a days)

[@CornerOfTheUniverse]

yolanda reyes Yep, we've reached dark days.

[@whodatwitch]

+Skorrow Because people like the Kardashians and Kanye. Dummies. :)

[@bejaouijobran]

Soundgarden are the best combination between lyrics and music

[@redskies4530]

Hi i recommend a song called 'The Bond Villain' By Robert Nix

[@DanaBana777]

CHRIS CORNELL....Without A Doubt....THE BEST....LYRICIST In The HISTORY OF ROCK MUSIC!!!

[@JazzyJonas]

Chris, Kim, Ben, and Matt. Still one of the greatest bands of all time.

[@MLCrow]

Don't forget also Hiro Yamamoto, Jason Everman, Scott Sundquist

[@artofvalor9396]

So deep... Truly defines social awkwardness and the effort to fit in with society. Thank you Chris.

[@Michael-on4ti]

No such thing as fitting in this society. Embrace the slug within.

[@HandlingItAll]

You stay with us J. The world is better because you're here. Who ever you are that reads this. We'd rather you never leave us...

[@rockyphillips3594]

Well said J I'm with you!! Rocky, Kimmy and Taylor Lee ...stay strong !

[@mroof03]

If you’re here because you feel in the gutters in your life just know that tomorrow is a better day. Only one way to find out. BE THERE

[@haloford]

Thank you for this

[@Iiteral]

I feel like this song is more about the awkwardness of being around "normal" ppl, and trying to fit in for a day, than it is about depression. I mean its about depression for sure. But I relate to this song in the way that I just dont fit in with "normal society" no matter how hard I fake it. Every once in awhile, Ill give it a shot a try just to learn that Im a liar and I should just go home and go to sleep. F'n love this song, love Chris Cornell, RIP

[@deltatango-six7941]

Chris is still on-duty getting me through shit in 2023.

[@yt_Ajay_]

I love Chris Cornell's expressions in this video. He looks like a guy happily embracing his madness

[@rodpadgett415]

Why not, I always thought it's what one does to control the madness?

[@stoictraveler1]

There is a video of fell on black days, where he pours out like this

[@richardperry6511]

Possibly the greatest rock singer of them all. I can't think of too many with his power and range, then there's the soul.

[@kruelton]

Those dealing with relations that have addiction... know that we are wallowing in the blood and the mud... and we are trying to have a day that we try to live... and we do not want to be amongst the pigs... we need grace and love to overcome... as long as we admit that we "learned that I was a liar"...

[@dugfriendly]

So glad I read Chris's meaning behind the lyrics. Now this song is my anthem to get up and try again.

[@lisak1395]

The meaning of this song is about his struggles with introversion and seclusion. RIP Chris Cornell Thank you for awesome contributions as a singer and songwriter for many generations.

[@withthelightsout8518]

Lisa Kriedman But the video looks like it's about suicide. The lyrics do to me as well. I know Chris said it was about introversion and seclusion, but to me it definitely seems to be about suicide. Maybe he didn't want others to know that or to think he was suicidal.

[@bellarose6501]

Pennyroyal Tea in Chris' own words...people take the word "live" to literally. In a way, it's a hopeful song. Its about getting out into the world and experiencing instead of hiding yourself in a cave. Personally, I can totally relate to this.

[@tylerolsonfilms]

Nothing wrong w being introverted at all

[@huesosdeperro3081]

This make me tear up. I'm discovering for the first time Soundgarden. Even possible if I listened before Nirvana, Alice in chains, Soundgarden, pearl Jam. But this song describe how I feel living with anxiety disorder and depression. I'm used to fight my demons but never alone. Thanks Chris Cornell. Thanks Soundgarden. Those who suffer, we salute you.

[@Beeker255]

Hey man listen to every album that Soundharden ever made it will help you for sure. There is a how catalog of SG and chris cornell solo audioslave temple of the dog that will help you for sure listen to everything.

[@ivanberdichevsky5679]

Those who suffer, we salute you.

[@Ilya_fighters76]

And I learned that I was a liar I learned that I was a liar I learned that I was a liar I learned that I was a liar

[@Cookie-hg4xb]

Soundgarden's best song , absolutely phenomenal 🤘

[@4thandinches]

@Cookie-hg4xb, IYHO, that is.

[@profesorjonk3921]

To me, Just like suicide still buzzes in my head

[@inesmalti]

I remember listening to this song, along with Pretty Noose and Blow Up the Outside World, Limo Wreck, 4th of July in the darkness of my room...laying on the floor depressed letting myself disappear into the beauty that was Chris Cornell. Crazy how much I could resonate with him. Find solace my friend 😔🙏🏼

[@fel2007yuotube]

Resonate 👍🏻

[@gabrielpompeo6204]

Ines, those are my favorites songs of soundgarden

[@bearmaciel1963]

Ines Malti with the speakers laying on their sides. The floor begins to rumbled with dreadful uncertainty. Limo Wreck and 4th of July were my favorite tracks off of the SUPERUNKOWN album

[@calebdziepak2950]

This song in particular, and so many others penned by Chris Cornell have helped me through some tough mental times. I only wish it wasn't the case that someone who helped so many facing depression couldn't overcome it himself. Whenever some teenager finds the courage to face this cruel world another day because they heard those words in that incomparable voice, Chris Cornell will live again.

[@Cyko_Ding]

Chris is still alive. He lives in me. He lives in you.

[@Keirfey]

Sad as it is, I think this will always be my favorite Soundgarden song. Chris had such amazing gravel and breath-control. His singing was always passionate beyond measure 💝

[@paulwyld7261]

RIP Chris Cornell. And to all those who thumbed down this song, you are entitled to your opinion but you have no idea what good music really is. Let's all pray for his daughter who is probably just despondent this morning. A huge, huge loss.

[@markhogan6057]

This song man. Something about it. I would just cry for hours listening to it and I would always feel a sense of hope and purpose when I finished. Absolutely incredible. I keep fighting and pushing forward for all those who didn't make it and aren't here with us. If the only thing I do in this life is help another person than to me that's all that matters. My addiction and depression are just bumps in the road that will just make me stronger and allow me to help someone else. Soundgarden and Chris Cornell just made it that much easier to make it through. Thank you Chris. RIP brother

[@joshuakapayou2316]

i feel this exact same way....helping others helps me...may god cause you to succeed in all you do....godspeed.....

[@neoteaasmr3298]

You are a powerful human. Keep fighting. 🖤

[@embroglio7]

Keep fighting. I'll wake up tomorrow and look for that reason to keep fighting.

[@derekarie7261]

A helping hand can be a life saver to someone and you may never know it.. keep that attitude up never know when just being nice could save ones life ..i appreciate a good person and stories like these . Keep that head up

[@justinb.1459]

Sound thinking bro!

[@pinballdan]

Soundgarden is underrated for sure..Had such big hits in the 90's!!

[@TheOGSticks11]

I know everyone has said it. But HOT DAMN he could sing. He made it sound so effortless.

[@mowright6892]

As a loner like Chris was, I feel like I can relate to this song

[@AZIZAxBLUE]

Same 🤘🏽

[@sherrysawyer6819]

Same

[@brendanables7367]

Same 😎 (god it hurts so bad)

[@kayingthao5072]

Chris wasn’t Loner

[@mowright6892]

@@kayingthao5072 that’s what I read on the internet

[@dag681]

HIs is one of most distinctive, and best, rock voices of all time. Dying far too young, a very intelligent man, battled his depression demons, and provided us with an incredible legacy of music.RIP Chris

[@ruksanakabir46]

52 not too young.. but yeah rest in peace.. he is my generation music Generation x the coolest generation ever.. God bless him, Kurt and all other musicians then brought great music to us.. when music was real music.. now most music sucks, most musicians sucks big times

[@angelo8304]

@@ruksanakabir46 52 is young nowadays. 20-30 years under life expectancy

[@Matthewamooremusic]

"The Day I Tried To Live" I woke the same as any other day Except a voice was in my head It said seize the day, pull the trigger, drop the blade And watch the rolling heads The day I tried to live I stole a thousand beggar's change And gave it to the rich The day I tried to win I dangled from the power lines And let the martyrs stretch Singing One more time around Might do it One more time around Might make it One more time around Might do it One more time around The day I tried to live Words you say never seem To live up to the ones Inside your head The lives we make Never seem to ever get us anywhere But dead The day I tried to live I wallowed in the blood and mud with All the other pigs I woke the same as any other day you know I should have stayed in bed The day I tried to live I wallowed in the blood and mud with All the other pigs And I learned that I was a liar Just like you

[@kellysharp5724]

Soulserene been there

[@MrHiram30]

Soulserene. Thanks!

[@stephengreen2292]

7

[@gobigorange1813]

Soulserene 👍✌️😎

[@dylanbland5993]

I love the lyrics to this song. I wish I like how it was constructed more. It’s awkward to me, and almost grated on me. Just me, and I’m sure that was somewhat intentional on his part. It’s relatable enough, I listen to it anyway.

[@jonhill7677]

The hardest part about depression is never living up to the voices in your head. You always feel like you're on the outside looking in. You know who you are and who you need to be but fuck if you can live up to it ..

[@ChevisPreston]

It’s so easy to give up. It was a many many years process for me to… I mean, I still battle with it, but I guess I’ve found some reasons to lean into that feeling that ranges from discomfort to torture. It’s a hilarious predicament, that the solution I found to just wanting to give up, was struggling and struggling after giving up time and time again, until I did take those steps into the world outside my head. I regret a lot, and missed out on a ton, but I’m grateful to still be here now, and to be the person I am today. I hurt a lot of others, myself, but with a lot of pain and a lot of time I did find the other side. Eventually, I asked forgiveness from those I hurt, forgave myself, and as the years tick by, little by little all that shame I felt flaked off. Sure I’m vulnerable now, but even more so I wear that shit on my shoulder. It’s part of my story. Ain’t no shame to it.

[@thursoberwick1948]

Depression can be beaten. Change your lifestyle, your environment and even your social circle if you can.

[@jonhill7677]

​@@ChevisPreston I felt everything you said deeply, I keep forgetting there's others out there going through or have went through the same thing and that I'm not alone.. thanks for the message and may I say I'm glad you're still here on earth with us. Peace and love to you friend

[@novak664]

I‘ve never had depression or anything similar in my life, but I feel with everyone who‘s going thru it and I just wish everyone the the best in life. Keep on rockin!

[@superbowlchampionchiefs5079]

Same to you bro!

[@deborahhewitt6101]

I suffer from depression. Its a monster that you can never understand unless you suffer from it. Your loved and missed so much chris. Love from Las Vegas

[@oskorei123]

I miss Chris so bad already. You know growing up you and your friends listen to the same bands but each of you has "your band". The one you like more than your other friends. Soundgarden was that band for me. Always has been and always will be. I'll remember that beautiful haunting wail of his forever.

[@zombigreaser5669]

Rusty Shackleford, Soundgarden was my band too...I still ache from this loss.

[@TheMythicalAce]

Yep, Soundgarden will always be that band for me. Chris Cornell had a voice like no other.

[@johnmarston6171]

This song is literally my bible. For the past 10 years, it has kept me going, and I’ll probably still be living by its guidance 10 years from now. I’m sure I’ll be listening to it even in my final moments decades from now.

[@jayeyesacks1604]

"The lives we make never seem to get us anywhere but dead."--a prophetic lyric in context. I hope that Chris's spirit is free of the agonies which drove him from the world--rest well...