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Chris Cornell was an American musician, singer, and songwriter. He was best known as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the bands Soundgarden and Audioslave. Cornell was one of the key figures of the grunge movement in the 1990s and was praised for his powerful and distinctive voice. He was also a talented songwriter and contributed to numerous iconic songs in the grunge and alternative rock genres. Some of his most famous works include "Black Hole Sun," "Spoonman," and "Like a Stone." Cornell's solo career also showcased his diverse musical talents. Unfortunately, Chris Cornell passed away in 2017, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of rock music. His impact on grunge music and his influence as a vocalist have earned him a place among the greatest rock musicians of his time. Cornell's music continues to be celebrated by fans worldwide, and his memory remains an indelible part of the music industry.

I got in touch with the creative process between the age of 14 and 16, mainly because I was alone so much.

When I was eight, my piano teacher played seven or eight notes, and I sang them. She stopped and looked at me in shock! That was the first time I'd gotten that reaction. I'd had looks of horror, but never shock in a positive way.

The sense of anger I had when I was younger is something I thought would never go away. Over time, it's something you get almost bored with.

Companies figured out that the easiest way to make money was to reissue records that the accounting department had paid for years ago and already made a profit.

What's important is to get into shape and then not to have to worry about it. I don't want to get on stage and not being able to do something. Not being physically fit doesn't work for me.

I'm not a lyric writer to make statements. What I enjoy doing is making paintings with lyrics, creating colorful images. I think that's more what entertainment and music should be.

I've always liked depressing music because a lot of times, listening to it when you're down can actually make you feel less depressed. Also, even though a person may have problems with depression, sometimes you can actually be kind of comfortable in that space because you know how to operate within it.

There's sadness to anyone that dies before their time, and specifically ones that seem to affect people in a positive way. It doesn't matter if it's Whitney Houston or a nameless, faceless person on the street. That's just as big of a tragedy for me.

I think Freddie Mercury is probably the best of all time in terms of a rock voice. There was a vulnerability to it, his technical ability was amazing, and so much of his personality would come out through his voice. I'm not even a guy to buy Queen records, really, and I still think he's one of the best.

I wasn't good in school. I didn't do sports. I sat in the bedroom and listened to records. Because the Beatles did whatever they wanted to, I took that as a kid and said, 'That's what rock is.'

And if you don't believe the sun will rise, stand alone and greet the coming night in the last remaining light.

In spite of my lack of education, I didn't lack di... -Chris Cornell

In spite of my lack of education, I didn't lack direction.

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