Cochise

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About Cochise

"Cochise" is a song by American rock band Audioslave. It was released as the lead single from their self-titled debut studio album on September 25, 2002, through Epic Records. The band produced the song alongside Rick Rubin. The song reached number 69 on the Billboard Hot 100 as well as the top ten of both the Mainstream Rock and Alternative Songs charts.


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2002
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Well, I've been watching
While you've been coughing
I've been drinking life
While you've been nauseous
And so I drink to health
While you kill yourself
And I've got just one thing
That I can offer
 
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me, yeah
 
I'm not a martyr
I'm not a prophet
And I won't preach to you
But here's a caution
You better understand
That I won't hold your hand
But if it helps you mend
Then I won't stop it
 
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me, yeah
 
Drown, if you want
And I'll see you at the bottom
Where you crawl
On my skin
And put the blame on me
So you don't feel a thing
 
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me
Go on and save yourself
And take it out on me, yeah

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Audioslave

Audioslave was an American rock supergroup formed in Los Angeles, California, in 2001 and disbanded in 2007. The four-piece band consisted of then-former Soundgarden lead singer/rhythm guitarist, Chris Cornell, and then-former Rage Against the Machine members, Tom Morello (lead guitar), Tim Commerford (bass/backing vocals), and Brad Wilk (drums). Critics initially described Audioslave as an amalgamation of Soundgarden and Rage Against the Machine, but by the band's second album, Out of Exile, it was noted that they had established a separate identity. more »

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Written by: BRAD WILK, CHRIS CORNELL, TIMOTHY COMMERFORD, TOM MORELLO

Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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11 facts about this song

Band Information
"Cochise" was performed by American rock band Audioslave, made up of members from Soundgarden and Rage Against the Machine.
Song release
The song was released as the lead single from their eponymous debut studio album in 2002.
Inspiration
The song is named after Cochise, an Apache Indian chief who declared war on the Southwest United States and Mexico.
Music Video
The music video, directed by Mark Romanek, featured the band playing on a tower while exploding fireworks around them.
Impressive performance
The song has been praised for Cornell's impressive vocal performance and the hard rock sound provided by the rest of the band.
Chart Performance
"Cochise" peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and number 9 on the Modern Rock Tracks chart.
Controversy
There were allegations of the band damaging the Los Angeles skyline during the recording of the video due to the large amount of fireworks used. However, these allegations proved unfounded.
Meaning
While the song's name is inspired by an Apache chief, the song lyrics are more abstract and don't strictly follow any story about Cochise.
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for 'Best Hard Rock Performance' at the 2004 Grammy Awards.
Cultural Impact
The song's iconic drum intro has been used numerous times in popular culture, including being featured in the video game "Guitar Hero".
Tribute
Chris Cornell described "Cochise" as a "feel-good song" and as a tribute to feeling alive, making it a positive note in the band's discography.

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