Composer

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Kurt Cobain

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Average_duration

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5:22

"Heart Shaped Box" is a song composed by Kurt Cobain, the lead singer and guitarist of the American rock band Nirvana. The song was written in 1992 and was released as the lead single from the band's third and final studio album, "In Utero," in 1993. The song was produced by Steve Albini and was recorded at Pachyderm Studio in Cannon Falls, Minnesota. "Heart Shaped Box" is a three-movement song that features a slow, haunting intro, a powerful and intense chorus, and a quiet, reflective outro. The song is characterized by Cobain's signature grunge sound, which is characterized by distorted guitars, heavy drums, and raw, emotional vocals. The lyrics of "Heart Shaped Box" are often interpreted as a commentary on Cobain's troubled personal life and his struggles with fame and addiction. The song's title is believed to be a reference to a gift that Cobain's then-wife, Courtney Love, gave him, which was a heart-shaped box filled with her possessions. The song's premiere was on September 21, 1993, on the radio station KROQ-FM in Los Angeles. The song was an instant hit and quickly climbed the charts, reaching number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and number five on the Billboard Hot 100. "Heart Shaped Box" is considered one of Nirvana's most iconic songs and is often cited as a defining moment in the grunge movement of the early 1990s. The song's powerful lyrics, haunting melody, and raw emotion have made it a favorite among fans and critics alike, and it continues to be a staple of rock radio to this day.

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