It's crazy you are starting with this song (not bad crazy just wild), because this is one of the biggest, most iconic, baddest, revered rock singers ever. He had a HUGE grunge/metal band called Soundgarden, and later sung in Audioslave, where the band was the members of Rage Against the Machine. The equivalent of watching this first is if you were to watch Michael Jackson for the first time covering a Soundgarden song 😆
Chris Cornell is absolutely stunning. He had a 4-octave vocal range. He first became known to the world as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the band Soundgarden (1984.) He released his first solo album in 1999, but was with Audioslave from 2001 until 2007. He left us prematurely in May, 2017 (age 52.)
Don't Forget Temple of Dog tribute project & song Hunger Strike w/ Eddie Vedder and what became Pearl Jam!! Are the dates online correct-- did Chris form Soundgarden when he was 20 yrs old in 1984 but it took them like 10 yrs until had commercial success? Seems kind of impossible given his level of musicianship
I feel like you reacted to Audioslave and Soundgarden. That’s Chris Cornell the singer from both those bands and one of the greatest rock voices in history!
"Don't know if he's just a cover artist".... 😭. I felt physical pain hearing this. But seriously he's amazing and has a massive back log of his own brilliant songs solo and with great bands too... I think he used to just do a lot of acoustic cover stuff at gigs for fun.
You’re gonna love going down the Chris Cornell rabbit hole, he never misses. Check out his bands soundgarden and audioslave. For his solo work, check out “sunshower” has a vibe very similar to this tune here.
He does have his own songs. Here's some songs by him you should try listening to along with the band he was in when he sang them. 1. Fell on black days by Soundgarden 2. Cochise by Audioslave 3. Rusty Cage by Soundgarden 4. Like a stone by Audioslave 5. Black hole sun by Soundgarden 6. I am the highway by Audioslave 7. Outshined by Soundgarden 8. Show me how to live by Audioslave
Honestly, I love Chris Cornell's singing and voice, but, on the first couple of Audioslave records, it's (unnecessarily) ruined by Autotune, to a point where it's incredibly distracting. Probably not his or the band's fault, just a bad production choice (that was the decade when they started plastering Autotune onto everything, even naturally gifted singers, which is criminal, in my book -the track in this video is proof enough that he was an exceptional live singer.) It's made worse by the fact that the technology back then was new, and you can really tell, on most releases from that decade. Same with Amy Lee from Evanescence; amazing vocalist, unnecessarily and criminally autotuned (at least on that record back when they had their big break.)
He was and still to this day a amazing artist. You Definitely need to check out Temple of the dogs hunger strike. Chris cornell voice along with Eddy Vedder from Pearl Jam, complimented each other so well. You love it.
R.I.P. to Chris Cornell, one of my favorite artists of all time from his solo stuff, to Soundgarden, to Temple of the Dog, to Audioslave...just everything is phenomenal, I miss him 😥
Chris Cornell was such an incredible vocalist. Hearing him still gives me chills. Thanks for the video! I love that people are still enjoying the gifts he gave the world~
You will love his rendition of Nothing Compares 2U....best male rock voice ever. Outshined from Soundgarden. He was also in a compilation band with Pearl Jam called Temple of the Dog. Hunger Strike is their most popular song
Sweet euphoria. And cover of nothing compares to you.will me you cry oh how beautiful and soulful and powerful. The best I've ever heard as far as a male vocalist. He could effortlessly 🤧 give to you any way you want it. I feel blessed to have seen him do this in person I couldn't feel the ground the entire show .life-changing I'll never hear anyone better in my life time .rip I miss you every day. Much love peace.
I grew up as a kid with Michael Jackson doing that, and I swear to God man, I never had any idea whatsoever what that song was about. I mean I thought it was incredible with the melody and the Rhythm and the vocal registers and all that stuff. But when I finally heard Chris Cornell do it about 10 years ago, it just hit me like a ton of bricks. So emotional. He really took a story and made it real with just his voice and an acoustic guitar. That guy was so talented man. Rest in power Chris.
Chris Cornell is a legend. His voice could reach four octaves. A one-of-kind voice that this world will never see again. He was in some amazing bands, and has a great solo career as well. He left us way too soon, but his music lives on. He did enjoy doing some covers at times too. You’ll love learning more about this Rock Legend!! RIP Chris Cornell
I saw in an interview that musicians in the industry said that if Chris Cornell covered your song that it became his song because the raw emotion & angst he always sang with. #RIPChrisCornell
He was the lead singer of grunge powerhouse Soundgarden, the amazing Audioslave, and teamed up with Pearl Jam's lead singer Eddie Vedder (and other members) to co-lead sing with the tribute band Temple of the Dog. Soundgarden: "Fell On Black Days", "Jesus Christ Pose", "Outshined", "The Day I Tried To Live" Audioslave: "Cochise", "Getaway Car", "I Am The Highway", "Shadow On The Sun" Temple of the Dog: "Hunger Strike", "Say Hello 2 Heaven", "Like A Dog" This is a rabbithole you need to fall ALL THE WAY DOWN!
His daughter covers some of his songs like hunger strike and she did a version of nothing compares 2 you with his version as a duet. She has a really beautiful voice as well.
One of the greatest vocalists and THE GREATEST frontman to have ever walked the earth. To have been alive at the same time, though still too short a time, was a gift.
Thanks for your reaction! From Bulgaria - Europe! Actually you already reacted to his band Soungarden - Rusty cage! Chris is one of the great voices of our time! Unique tone and range! Also wonderful songwriter. Please react to his song "When I'm Down" - Troubadour, January 29 2010 , Say hello 2 heaven, Soundgarden's - Beyond the wheel live 2017, Audioslave's - Cochise, Temple of the dog - Hunger strike...RIP to my favorite musician! Chris Cornell - "No one sings like you anymore"
I've been watching MrLboyd reactions for awhile. Had no idea this whole time he has never heard of Chris Cornell. Man.. Looking forward to his reactions on soundgarden, temple of the dog, audioslave, solo stuff etc... So many good reactions coming up me thinks!
Chris Cornell had one of the most powerful and beautiful voices i have ever heard. When you have the time sit down and listen to the tribute CD Temple Of The Dog. It’s mind blowing in so many ways. Sadly, Chris hung himself on May 18th, 2017. One never knows where artists get their emotion from, sometimes it’s not a good place. RIP Mr. Cornell. You are missed.
Great reaction! Chris is my favorite and my favorite performance of his ever is his solo song When I’m Down live at the Troubadour. He is a prolific songwriter. I’m pretty sure you’ve reacted to him before. His was one of the ‘founders’ of grunge with his band Soundgarden. He had a one off album Temple of the Dog and was in Audioslave with members of Rage Against the Machine not to mention wonderful solo career and many soundtrack songs to movies. 🙂
When Hope and Promise Fade (Recorded Live at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Toronto ON) and Wide Awake (Live in Stockholm) are two great songs and two of my personal favorites. Wide Awake is a tribute to the survivors of Hurricane Katrina.
He did a great cover of 'Nothing Compared to you' and his group Audoislave did a banger of a cover of "Seven Nation Army" (but I think you can only find that video as concert video. RIP Chris Cornell.
I hope you check out his other stuff. The soundtrack of middle school years, soundgarden. He was the singer of audioslave, which is the band from rage against the machine with Cornell as lead vocals. Another great solo song is Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart.
His homage to Prince is breathtaking “Nothing Compares 2 U” and I have been a fan of his for years! S. I.P. to a master. Voice is the only instrument that is fashioned by God🙏🏻
Sound garden and audio slave. His voice is soothing and powerful. My favorite singer of this generation. I miss him! You can’t go wrong listening to the first audio slave album take your pic. He’s a rocker at heart! So be ready.
You have heard this artist before. As someone else said, he’s the lead singer of Audioslave, who I know you’ve reacted to (which also features Tom Morello from Rage Against the Machine on guitar), and also Soundgarden, who you should absolutely react to. Chris Cornell is one of the best rock vocalists ever. It was a sad, sad day when we lost him. Depression is a bitch. Edit: added the bit about Tom Morello
Hell yea he had vocal power. I saw Soundgarden 5x. Chris Cornell and his Soundgarden bandmates peeled paint off walls with their unique sound and top notch musicianship.
The first time he sings "the kid is not my son" and strums is almost heartbreaking. I dont know if I'm reading too much into his broken childhood (if you know, you know). It hits different. Not very often we get a cover that dossnt just elevate...but changes the whole meaning.
His rendition of "Nothing Compares to You" is another outstanding cover! Give a listen to "Scream". For some movie trivia. He's the only male solo artist to sing a James Bond theme song, "Do You Know My Name" from Casino Royale...
Chris Cornell - Won (Metallica lyrics sung to U2 melody ) it’s incredible There’s tons of his solo stuff Not to mention soundgarde/Audioslave/Temple of the dog stuff Have fun down the rabbit hole
Chris Cornell was and still is an American Treasure!! You should hear him do Prince's NOTHING COMPARES TO YOU!! but also any of his stuff from Soundgarden and Audioslave!!
I like actually laughed out loud when he says "let me know if he's a cover artist or has his own content". Hey not your fault. I think he's a got a couple originals laying around. Still giggling.
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He was the front man for Soundgarden and Audioslave. He has a deep solo career as well. One of the GOATs. =)
Agreed...Chris Cornell is my favorite singer in all of rock history.
The goat imo
Temple of the Dog had Cornell and Eddie Vedder together. Great music.
RIP
Goat
and the next solo one should be his cover of Nothing Compares to U
Was about to suggest the same thing
Legend.
I agree 💯
This
×5
It's crazy you are starting with this song (not bad crazy just wild), because this is one of the biggest, most iconic, baddest, revered rock singers ever. He had a HUGE grunge/metal band called Soundgarden, and later sung in Audioslave, where the band was the members of Rage Against the Machine.
The equivalent of watching this first is if you were to watch Michael Jackson for the first time covering a Soundgarden song 😆
"I don't knoe if he's a cover artist"
bro, we are talking about one of the best rock n'roll voices of ALL TIME.
“I would definitely be interested in hearing more of his renditions…”
Same, sir. Same. :(
#RIP Chris Cornell 🙏🏽 No one sings like you any more
Neither does Chester Bennington. His death devastated me.
Chris Cornell - "Nothing Compares 2 U" (Prince Cover) [Live @ SiriusXM] | Lithium
His acoustic version of "Nothing Compares to You" is magic
Agree 💯
Absolutely!
Chris Cornell could sing the phone book and be great❤ R.I.P. Chris💙
Dude, Chris Cornell is one of the greatest vocalists to come out of the Seattle scene. Dive deep my friend.
Right up there with Layne Staley. RIP.
Chris Cornell is absolutely stunning. He had a 4-octave vocal range. He first became known to the world as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the band Soundgarden (1984.) He released his first solo album in 1999, but was with Audioslave from 2001 until 2007. He left us prematurely in May, 2017 (age 52.)
Don't Forget Temple of Dog tribute project & song Hunger Strike w/ Eddie Vedder and what became Pearl Jam!! Are the dates online correct-- did Chris form Soundgarden when he was 20 yrs old in 1984 but it took them like 10 yrs until had commercial success? Seems kind of impossible given his level of musicianship
I feel like you reacted to Audioslave and Soundgarden. That’s Chris Cornell the singer from both those bands and one of the greatest rock voices in history!
"Don't know if he's just a cover artist".... 😭. I felt physical pain hearing this.
But seriously he's amazing and has a massive back log of his own brilliant songs solo and with great bands too... I think he used to just do a lot of acoustic cover stuff at gigs for fun.
that comment he made was so funny. but it will only make his rabbit hole journey much more surprising!
Johnny Cash covered a Soundgarden song which means the great ones cover the great ones.
You’re gonna love going down the Chris Cornell rabbit hole, he never misses. Check out his bands soundgarden and audioslave. For his solo work, check out “sunshower” has a vibe very similar to this tune here.
He does have his own songs.
Here's some songs by him you should try listening to along with the band he was in when he sang them.
1. Fell on black days by Soundgarden
2. Cochise by Audioslave
3. Rusty Cage by Soundgarden
4. Like a stone by Audioslave
5. Black hole sun by Soundgarden
6. I am the highway by Audioslave
7. Outshined by Soundgarden
8. Show me how to live by Audioslave
Reach Down and Say Hello 2 Heaven from Temple of the Dog as well as any song from that album.
Also, ‘You Know My Name’ from the soundtrack of Casino Royale.
One of the best songs to truly hear him sing is Be Yourself.
100% agree. RIP Chris.
Yesssss
Love that one!
Honestly, I love Chris Cornell's singing and voice, but, on the first couple of Audioslave records, it's (unnecessarily) ruined by Autotune, to a point where it's incredibly distracting. Probably not his or the band's fault, just a bad production choice (that was the decade when they started plastering Autotune onto everything, even naturally gifted singers, which is criminal, in my book -the track in this video is proof enough that he was an exceptional live singer.) It's made worse by the fact that the technology back then was new, and you can really tell, on most releases from that decade. Same with Amy Lee from Evanescence; amazing vocalist, unnecessarily and criminally autotuned (at least on that record back when they had their big break.)
One of the greatest songs by Chris Cornell, and one of my personal favorites is; "Say hello to Heaven by Temple of the Dog"
CHRIS CORNELL nothing comparess to you
What a haunting version. You will like and truly appreciate the range of his voice. RIP Chris.😥
He was and still to this day a amazing artist. You Definitely need to check out Temple of the dogs hunger strike. Chris cornell voice along with Eddy Vedder from Pearl Jam, complimented each other so well. You love it.
Yes more of him
Every Chris Cornell fan just watched another fan emerge. Love his covers!
R.I.P. to Chris Cornell, one of my favorite artists of all time from his solo stuff, to Soundgarden, to Temple of the Dog, to Audioslave...just everything is phenomenal, I miss him 😥
When it comes to raw talent, Chris was unmatched. He will never be replaced
He’s one of the Legends - not just a cover artist lol
Chris Cornell was such an incredible vocalist. Hearing him still gives me chills.
Thanks for the video! I love that people are still enjoying the gifts he gave the world~
Literally anything this man sings will hit the soul just like that.
You will love his rendition of Nothing Compares 2U....best male rock voice ever. Outshined from Soundgarden. He was also in a compilation band with Pearl Jam called Temple of the Dog. Hunger Strike is their most popular song
Sweet euphoria. And cover of nothing compares to you.will me you cry oh how beautiful and soulful and powerful. The best I've ever heard as far as a male vocalist. He could effortlessly 🤧 give to you any way you want it. I feel blessed to have seen him do this in person I couldn't feel the ground the entire show .life-changing I'll never hear anyone better in my life time .rip I miss you every day. Much love peace.
His voice was amazing. Just a huge presence, even just him and a guitar.
Rip Chris Cornell. One of the best and most beautiful voices ever in rock n roll period.
Chris Cornel is top 3 rock singers of all time. No question. RIP CC 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
He had such a beautiful, richly textured voice. What a lost treasure.
You need to check out Chris' cover of "Nothing Compares to You" and the live cover/mashup "One"
I grew up as a kid with Michael Jackson doing that, and I swear to God man, I never had any idea whatsoever what that song was about. I mean I thought it was incredible with the melody and the Rhythm and the vocal registers and all that stuff. But when I finally heard Chris Cornell do it about 10 years ago, it just hit me like a ton of bricks. So emotional. He really took a story and made it real with just his voice and an acoustic guitar. That guy was so talented man. Rest in power Chris.
Chris Cornell is a legend. His voice could reach four octaves. A one-of-kind voice that this world will never see again. He was in some amazing bands, and has a great solo career as well. He left us way too soon, but his music lives on. He did enjoy doing some covers at times too. You’ll love learning more about this Rock Legend!! RIP Chris Cornell
Rest in peace Chris Cornell A great musician, composer and beautiful spirit. Member of Soundgarden and Audioslave.
Thanks!
His rendering of "Nothing Compares to You" (Prince). One of my favorites.
i am blessed . when i sing .. i sound just like him . his voice is magical
I saw in an interview that musicians in the industry said that if Chris Cornell covered your song that it became his song because the raw emotion & angst he always sang with. #RIPChrisCornell
He was the lead singer of grunge powerhouse Soundgarden, the amazing Audioslave, and teamed up with Pearl Jam's lead singer Eddie Vedder (and other members) to co-lead sing with the tribute band Temple of the Dog.
Soundgarden: "Fell On Black Days", "Jesus Christ Pose", "Outshined", "The Day I Tried To Live"
Audioslave: "Cochise", "Getaway Car", "I Am The Highway", "Shadow On The Sun"
Temple of the Dog: "Hunger Strike", "Say Hello 2 Heaven", "Like A Dog"
This is a rabbithole you need to fall ALL THE WAY DOWN!
His daughter covers some of his songs like hunger strike and she did a version of nothing compares 2 you with his version as a duet. She has a really beautiful voice as well.
Chris is literally a god of a vocalist, and one of my biggest vocal inspirations as a musician. Legitimate plea here; more Cornell
One of the greatest vocalists and THE GREATEST frontman to have ever walked the earth. To have been alive at the same time, though still too short a time, was a gift.
⚜️ Chris Cornell still gives me goosebumps every time I hear his voice. He is so dearly and deeply missed. 💔
Listen to Nothing Compares To You by Chris Cornell. He's got so much great stuff!
Thanks for your reaction! From Bulgaria - Europe!
Actually you already reacted to his band Soungarden - Rusty cage!
Chris is one of the great voices of our time! Unique tone and range! Also wonderful songwriter. Please react to his song "When I'm Down" - Troubadour, January 29 2010 , Say hello 2 heaven, Soundgarden's - Beyond the wheel live 2017, Audioslave's - Cochise, Temple of the dog - Hunger strike...RIP to my favorite musician! Chris Cornell - "No one sings like you anymore"
I've been watching MrLboyd reactions for awhile. Had no idea this whole time he has never heard of Chris Cornell. Man.. Looking forward to his reactions on soundgarden, temple of the dog, audioslave, solo stuff etc...
So many good reactions coming up me thinks!
Chris's version sounds like it should be the original. Another cover from him is "Nothing Compares 2 U." His original work is amazing too.
He also does a phenomenal version of The Beatles A Day In The Life
5 octave phenom. If you have not peeped his cover of Princ's. "Nothing compared to you" it's amazing.
Perfect word for this performance is “haunting”
Chris Cornell had one of the most powerful and beautiful voices i have ever heard. When you have the time sit down and listen to the tribute CD Temple Of The Dog. It’s mind blowing in so many ways. Sadly, Chris hung himself on May 18th, 2017. One never knows where artists get their emotion from, sometimes it’s not a good place. RIP Mr. Cornell. You are missed.
Remember when you did Audioslave...same guy. He was absolutely amazing! RIP Chris, you are loved and truly missed.
Most talented singer of all-time... rest easy, Chris.
Truly one of the greatest vocalist in rock music ever.
I’d love to see what you think of his song “Like A Stone” that he did with Audio Slave. We lost an icon when Chris Cornell passed away💔
He was also a philanthropist and even went to Greece with his wife right before he died to build a church and school in a small town. He was amazing.
Great reaction! Chris is my favorite and my favorite performance of his ever is his solo song When I’m Down live at the Troubadour. He is a prolific songwriter. I’m pretty sure you’ve reacted to him before. His was one of the ‘founders’ of grunge with his band Soundgarden. He had a one off album Temple of the Dog and was in Audioslave with members of Rage Against the Machine not to mention wonderful solo career and many soundtrack songs to movies. 🙂
Chris was amazing 🎵🎵🎼🎼
Chris Cornell cover of Prince's, 'Nothing Compares 2 U'... OUTSTANDING!!!
Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart is one of his original songs from his solo career and deserves a listen.
When Hope and Promise Fade (Recorded Live at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Toronto ON) and Wide Awake (Live in Stockholm) are two great songs and two of my personal favorites. Wide Awake is a tribute to the survivors of Hurricane Katrina.
Cris Cornell Seasons one of my top 20 favorite songs
Chris was an amazing singer and musician. We lost a piece of the soul of music when he passed.
He did a great cover of 'Nothing Compared to you' and his group Audoislave did a banger of a cover of "Seven Nation Army" (but I think you can only find that video as concert video. RIP Chris Cornell.
One of best voices of all time
Oh, my friend, I can't wait for you to get deeper into Cornell's work. The man was one of the best ever.
I hope you check out his other stuff. The soundtrack of middle school years, soundgarden. He was the singer of audioslave, which is the band from rage against the machine with Cornell as lead vocals. Another great solo song is Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart.
One of the greats to come out during my youth. His death hit me hard. RIP.
The Day I Tried to Live would be great for a reaction. Also, I really like Limo Wreck and 4th of July among the less well known songs.
Be your self gives me chills too
I was legit sad when I heard he was taken from this world way too soon. One of the best vocalist ever. Love your reaction.
Chris Cornell = one of the greats
His homage to Prince is breathtaking “Nothing Compares 2 U” and I have been a fan of his for years! S. I.P. to a master. Voice is the only instrument that is fashioned by God🙏🏻
Chris Cornell is a fantastic artist.
Rest in peace Chris. You will always be missed.
Sound garden and audio slave. His voice is soothing and powerful. My favorite singer of this generation. I miss him! You can’t go wrong listening to the first audio slave album take your pic. He’s a rocker at heart! So be ready.
You have heard this artist before. As someone else said, he’s the lead singer of Audioslave, who I know you’ve reacted to (which also features Tom Morello from Rage Against the Machine on guitar), and also Soundgarden, who you should absolutely react to. Chris Cornell is one of the best rock vocalists ever. It was a sad, sad day when we lost him. Depression is a bitch.
Edit: added the bit about Tom Morello
Loved his rendition and your reaction. You are amazing 💕
Love it Love it Love it
Like a stone , live . As well as nothing compares to you . He's in multiple groups .
Best rock singer ever
Holy Snit! i love this rendition! ive never heard it before...
Hell yea he had vocal power. I saw Soundgarden 5x. Chris Cornell and his Soundgarden bandmates peeled paint off walls with their unique sound and top notch musicianship.
The first time he sings "the kid is not my son" and strums is almost heartbreaking. I dont know if I'm reading too much into his broken childhood (if you know, you know). It hits different. Not very often we get a cover that dossnt just elevate...but changes the whole meaning.
"Nothing Compares to You" is a must listen
His most underrated song is Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart
His amazing
I love when someone can take a super popular song and transform it into their own.
Nothing compares to u chris cornell cover
His rendition of "Nothing Compares to You" is another outstanding cover! Give a listen to "Scream". For some movie trivia. He's the only male solo artist to sing a James Bond theme song,
"Do You Know My Name" from Casino Royale...
I love this version
Chris Cornell - Won (Metallica lyrics sung to U2 melody ) it’s incredible
There’s tons of his solo stuff
Not to mention soundgarde/Audioslave/Temple of the dog stuff
Have fun down the rabbit hole
That One/One mix-up is amazing
Chris Cornell was and still is an American Treasure!! You should hear him do Prince's NOTHING COMPARES TO YOU!! but also any of his stuff from Soundgarden and Audioslave!!
Uh oh...he done opened up the Chris Cornell rabbit hole....the beginning of a fantastic journey he will not regret.
Forgot how much I liked listening music with this cat. It’s been a month or two. MrLboyd keep doing your thing. I’m back
Everything of his is great
POWER ....FROM A LEGEND YEAH POWER
I like actually laughed out loud when he says "let me know if he's a cover artist or has his own content". Hey not your fault. I think he's a got a couple originals laying around. Still giggling.
Lol. *just* a couple. Might be a few plaques and such being kicked around a week, eh?
😂😂😂 I was pretty amused at that comment when I got to the end too! He’s going to be amazed the further he goes!!
Chris Cornell (Hurley) one of the greatest.🇮🇪❤️🇮🇪