Blow Up The Outside World
Soundgarden
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Nothing seems to kill me no matter how hard I try Nothing is closing my eyes Nothing can beat me down for your pain or delight And nothing seems to break me No matter how hard I fall Nothing can break me at all Not one for giving up though not invincible I know I've givin' everything I need I'd give you everything I own I'd give in if it could at least be ours alone I've given everything I could To blow it to hell and gone Burrow down in and blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside world Someone tried to tell me something Don't let the world bring you down? Nothing will do me in before I do myself So save it for your own and the ones you can help I've givin' everything I need I'd give you everything I own I'd give in if it could at least be ours alone I've given everything I could To blow it to hell and gone Burrow down in and blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside world Want to make it understood Wanting though I never would Trying though I know it's wrong Blowing it to hell and gone Wishing though I never could Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside world Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside world Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside Blow up the outside
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Written by: CHRIS CORNELL
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Blow Up the Outside World" is a song by the American rock band Soundgarden. It's the third single from their fifth studio album, "Down on the Upside," released in 1996.
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ComposerThe song was written by the band's frontman, Chris Cornell.
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Commercial SuccessDespite its somewhat challenging lyrical content, the song did remarkably well commercially. It reached number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, making it the band's third chart-topping song.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by Devo member Gerald Casale, who had previously directed videos for bands like Rush and Devo. It revolves around a miniature Chris Cornell being tormented by a beautiful woman after he's shrink-rayed.
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Lyrical MeaningThe lyrics are said to reflect Chris Cornell's struggle with depression, a theme prevalent in many of his songs. Some also interpret the song as a commentary on the pressures of public life and fame.
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Live Performances"Blow Up the Outside World" was performed live by Soundgarden on numerous occasions, both on their own tours and at music festivals. After Cornell's death in 2017, the song has often been performed as a tribute to him.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by Canadian rock band Nickelback in their live shows as a tribute to Chris Cornell after his passing.
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Cultural InfluenceEven decades after its release, the song is still found in pop culture. It was featured on the soundtrack for the film "The Interview" in 2014, and has been used in several television shows and commercials.
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ReceptionWhile the song was generally well-received by critics, it also sparked some controversy. Some critics felt the song's chaotic and grungy sound was a departure from the band's earlier work.
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LegacyToday, "Blow Up the Outside World" is considered an iconic Soundgarden song and a monument to the band's unique grunge sound. It remains popular among fans and has garnered millions of streams on digital music platforms.
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