Composer

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Kurt Cobain / Nirvana

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Average_duration

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3:32

"Something in the Way" is a song by the American rock band Nirvana, written by lead vocalist and guitarist Kurt Cobain. The song was composed in 1990 and was first performed live in 1991. It was included on the band's second studio album, Nevermind, which was released on September 24, 1991. The song is a slow, melancholic ballad that features Cobain's vocals accompanied by an acoustic guitar. The lyrics are introspective and deal with themes of isolation, depression, and homelessness. The song's title is a reference to a line from the chorus, "Something in the way, she moves me." "Something in the Way" is divided into two distinct sections. The first section features Cobain's vocals and acoustic guitar, while the second section features a cello played by producer Butch Vig. The cello adds a haunting quality to the song and helps to create a sense of emotional depth. The song's premiere was at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle on October 31, 1991, during Nirvana's "Halloween" concert. The song was well-received by the audience and has since become one of the band's most popular and enduring songs. "Something in the Way" is notable for its simplicity and raw emotional power. The song's minimal instrumentation and Cobain's vulnerable vocals create a sense of intimacy and honesty that is rare in rock music. The song's themes of alienation and despair have resonated with listeners for decades and have helped to cement Nirvana's place in the pantheon of great rock bands.

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