Hearing Soundgarden for the first time! Vocal Analysis of Chris Cornell and "Fell on Black Days"
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- Опубліковано 29 лип 2023
- We're continuing our journey through the 90s today with Soundgarden! This was my first time hearing the band and Chris Cornell's stunning vocals. This is their official music video for the song Fell on Black Days.
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This song is a ballad. You have not yet heard Chris’s true vocal power.
Amen!
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Slaves and bulldozers
I think "Like a Stone" would be a better example of what he can do.. he's very controlled in this song.
So true!!! 💯💯💯💯💯💯
It was a truly devastating day for rock fans when we lost Chris Cornell. He was such an unmatched talent.
Amen. Nobody could touch him
Hardest rock artist loss for me personally. 🖤
@@TheLordofEntropy Some people say that he committed suicide, but I heard his wife Vicki, and she said it was an accidental of. Do you know for sure what happened?
@@mikecawthon8098 Same here. I still remember where I was when I heard. So heartbreaking.
@@mikecawthon8098 ohh definitely, There will NOT be another like him and I truly believe that he had a beautiful soul 💕
Chris's voice was smooth as velvet when he wanted.
Whiskey - rough when he wanted.
Razor sharp when he wanted.
Regardless of the manner in which he sang, he always sang with his soul. ❤
This. 💯
You made me remember when he was singing on stage and he would sing until he was laying down and there was pretty much no air left in his lungs. So fucking awesome!
Correct. Not sure if he ever had any vocal coaching?
ive also had the pleasure of seeing chris cornell perform live it is unparalelled @@Metallic-Sun and ive seen a lot of live show as a producer :)
Rusty Cage hits like a hammer.
This song doesn't even scratch the surface of his range and talent. RIP Chris.
Chris was so good , his voice was like a warm blanket and the world is a little colder for its absence....
what a beautiful description. i'm still one one those who like that blanket no matter how old it is, it's never getting old for me. it's an undying blanket
Well said 🙏💔
Exactly this , my all time favourite voice ❤❤❤
O Agree 100%
Thank God he spent some time in front of a microphone. A voice to be recognized and remembered.
Watching people discover Chris Cornell's unique vocals is my new favorite thing. 🥰
Discovered it!
its becoming mine
"Say Hello 2 Heaven" is the song with his highest note -- his dynamics and acrobatics are rare in rock music.
Ooh, tasty song.
Chris Cornell was a beautiful soul and his voice resonated that. His passing was more than tragic.
It didn't hit me as hard as Kurt's passing, but it's had a longer tail. I got over Cobain's death pretty quickly, relatively speaking. I think it's something to do with the age of the observer and maybe even, to an extent, the age of passer.
I sobbed when I heard he died. His lyrics were always a comfort to me. When I would feel like I was alone in my worst of times, he not only reminded me that someone else was going through the same thing, but he turned that hurt into something beautiful.
It's why this song kills me every time I hear it now. "I'm a searchlight soul, they say -- but I can't see it in the night. I'm only faking when I get it right." Man was lifting people up with his music, but in too much pain from depression to see how he reached others.
Yes you can hear his soul in his voice. It’s so unique
The duet you're wishing exists. It's from the project titled Temple of the Dog, and one song in particular "Hunger Strike"...it's a must listen. I really hope you read this.😊
say hello to heaven , is a great song also by Temple of the Dog.
Meh
I was going to say the exact thing. Excellent, the entire Temple of the Dog album.
Pushing forward back by Temple is a beast also!
yep
His live cover of "Nothing compares to you" is iconic. He also did an incredible remake of "Billie Jean".
Billy Jean is fantastic
He had plenty of other songs that show off his vocal ability so much more. I'm not sure why the covers get so much attention.
Outshined is a good song too.
I didn't like that until I saw him perform the song live.
I think the "One" mashup with U2 and Metallica is the best
his voice is like golden sunlight on black fabric
As a vocalist I think you should listen to his AOL acoustic version of "Like a stone",you can hear a pure unadulterated example of his amazing voice. He really could do it all.
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Yes, Like a Stone. And Chris and Eddie doing Hunger Strike on the beach.
Oh Yes!!
Not really a fan of his change on vocal style in Audioslave, although he was still great. Always preferred his vocals from Soundgarden's Superunknown and previous albums because of the guitar seering highs he belted with ease.
“I can imagine a duet…” Oh, but it’s nothing you’d be able to imagine until you experience it 😊
Because it is truly an experience!!!!
Time for "Hunger Strike"/Temple of the dog, Id´s say.... :-)
@@kailederle THAT'S MY FAVORITE, WELL, EVERY SONG WAS MY FAVORITE. 😂 SERIOUSLY HUNGER STRIKE IS SO DEEP AND IT MOVES ME. THANKS FOR ASKING FOR SOME. I'LL BE LISTENING TO SOME TODAY. I HAVEN'T MET A CORNELL FAN YET WHO WASN'T A GOOD PERSON. 🤗
Hunger strike live version with Chris Cornell and Chester Bennington is better than the temple of the Dog version.
Unfortunately he committed suicide. He is my all time favorite singer. You have to listen to the acoustic version of this song. His voice is like butter.
I’ll never get tired of watching people who really understand singing hear Chris for the first time.
Watching you go to pause it to talk about the singing but stop because you have to hear more is gold for Cornell fans watching you, liked your reaction please do more Chris Cornell, i will definitely watch everyone of his songs you do.
Chris Cornell was one of the great voices of our time. RIP Chris
yesss. finally. i'm a 90's girl. that doesn't only mean i like 90s but it also means i lived the best years of my life in 90s and Chris is an undying god for us. he's something else. he had little flames in his voice, little flares and glitters. very little sparkles yet unpretentious and simple, yet very intense and very unique to him and epic
If u uderstand what Chris was talking about.
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No one sings like Chris anymore!
Agreed. I'm a child of the 60's-70's and I empathize with what he was trying to communicate through his music- and his actions. Tragically, he was killed for his efforts in trying to expose the hideousness of what we now know as human traficking. RIP Chris
A flame is the perfect metaphor. It's unprotected and exposed. I always felt like Chris was singing the truth, whether it was cynical, sweet, or self-destructive. I'm not sure that's even possible to sell on the radio these days, let alone in the industry as a whole. It was a unique time where the world was balanced on a fulcrum between reason and madness. In another world, a world where us Gen-Xers took control and put down the fear based regressive culture of the Boomers, maybe a guy like Chris could have survived, thrived even.
Chris is ICONIC (RIP). Chris also fronted AUDIOSLAVE. One hell of a rock band and one hell of a rock band name. 🤞✌️
The Audioslave demo cd has some of their best versions of their best songs
Sinead O’Connor’s death got me to thinking about Chris’s cover of “Nothing Compares 2 U” and my god what a heartbreaking rendition. Both he and Sinead did versions of this song that are beautiful and painful and that leave me speechless. I hope they and Prince have found peace.
Chris Cornell is the greatest rock vocalist of his generation. His range and tone are just incomparable. He's got such a rich body of work - you need to check out Temple of the Dog, Audioslave - and of course his solo work.
**Chris AND Layne.. Layne takes the cake for me, but they're both other worldly❤🙏❤️🙏
I am still amazed how powerful and gentle he was able to use his voice from one to the other second. He could sing the same line 5 times over in a row with a different tone, changing the emphasis each time. Mind blowing stuff, thanks for reacting.
When you explore his whole story.....it's a study of a lifetime battle with depression and unfortunately ended so tragically at a time in his life that makes it incomprehensible. RIP brother you fought the good fight.
Plenty of Help out there He had it made
His solo stuff is amazing. I miss him so much. He’s is my favorite male singer’s voice.
I miss Chris Cornell everyday. His talent was off the charts and he was a kind person too. Thanks for doing this. ♥️
You can't go wrong with anything by Chris Cornell.
His live rendition of Nothing Compares 2 U on Howard Stern, not too long before he killed himself, is incredible. One of the greatest and most distinctive rock voices ever.
Another awesome song and performance is Soundgarden "Outshined" one of my favorite Soundgarden songs and video!! Chris Cornell is a beautiful human being just like Eddie Vedder. And Temple Of The Dog," Hunger Strike" your going to love it!! Two beautiful front men singing duet together. Chris was one of Eddie's best friends. I love your reaction!! RIP Chris Cornell, FOREVER REMEMBERED AND NEVER EVER FORGOTTEN 💝😇🌹
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oh you are gonna love Hunger Strike whenever you finally get to listen to it. i get addicted to that song every couple of years. chris and eddie made such a perfect rock vocal duet
Many reactors to his live performances comment on his mouth being more closed than most singers. I honestly assumed you already did his cover of Prince's Nothing Compares to You. You definitely should. There is a live version of Temple of the Dog, the band with him and Eddie, doing Say Hello to Heaven which is awesome too.
The whole temple of the dog album is amazing👍
Chris has an incredible range. He can also go full Rob Halford with high octave screams as heard in Beyond the Wheel. And have incredible rasp and texture as you might hear in Slaves and Bulldozers. Then he can go smooth like you hear here. He also does brilliant covers of songs you wouldn’t normally expect (my personal favorite is Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean)
I second Billie Jean. Please.
I second the Billie Jean cover. I normally do not like covers on any song but that one....'chef kiss'.
Have you heard his cover of “One”? He uses the music from U2’s One and the lyrics from Metallica’s One. Omg. That song will never get old to me
His cover of One (Metallica/U2) was absolute genius! 🤘
I second 'Slaves and Bulldozers': such a great showcase for his range :)
I have several favorite Chris Cornell songs. Audioslave’s “I am your Highway,” and “Like a Stone” are standouts and his solo “She’s Going to Change the World” probably my most favorite.
His cover of "Nothing compares to you" is so laid-back and vulnerable at the same time. You need to hear it at least once before you die.
You can really appreciate Chris's voice with his acoustic live cover of Nothing Compares 2 U. Also with Audioslave from the early 2000's.
I have never had any other singer reach places in my soul and yes I love how he could be warm soothing and then SCREAMING and CAN'T SAY ENOUGH. I AM SO HAPPY TO FIND THIS CHANNEL. CHRIS IS A GALAXY OF TALENT AND BEAUTY. LOVE YOU ALL FOR LOVING HIM
Robert Plant & Chris Cornell. There's nothing else out there on this level! God bless
@@josepheugene5232 Yes! God Bless. I still have a current of pain that is running day and night over the loss of a legend.
Fantastic piece thank you. Chris was something special in this genre. It still hurts he is not here :( RIP Chris
This song was always heavy, but after finding out about Cornell's long battle with depression, and knowing that this was him howling out the pain of it... man, this wrecks me every time I hear it now.
There's something extremely sad about someone wailing "I sure don't mind the change." It's not a huge ask or anything, just wouldn't mind a little time not feeling like s@#$. Ha ha.
I love this song but also love, so much, Sunshower by Chris; that song makes me tear up ever time I hear it.
Chris is my all-time fave. There is ligerally nothing he can’t do
vocally - and his level of soul is abyssally deep.
He has the voice of an angel. Godspeed Chris...
I think Soudgarden's SLAVES AND BULLDOZERS is Chris' most incredible vocal performance, bar none. And that's saying a LOT.
That's also the song Rick Rubin played to the ex members of RATM while they were looking for a new singer - just to show Chris diversity
Agree wholeheartedly.
"Beyond the Wheel," "Birth Ritual," and "Cold Bitch" in my opinion, may be his best.
Sunshower, Birth Ritual, Jesus Christ Pose, Say Hello To Heaven. or Fresh Tendrils are Chris' best vocals
Bleed your heart out is probably the best,most powerful lyric ever recorded by him. Truly a recorded phenomenon.
If I remember my high school years correctly, I recall an interview Chris Cornell did where he described training his voice into those higher (rock) registers by singing AC/DC covers. The fact that he could scream his way into that higher voice and still have such smoothness in the lower registers, that he could scream absolute monsters of heavy rock jams and also melt his way through the quietest acoustic ballad, has always amazed me. Truly one of the greatest voices in rock and roll. What a gift he had, and what a loss we all feel.
Beautiful reaction to the best singer of the Grunge movement: Chris Cornell (RIP). Many voices in one (I associate him with CCR's John Fogerty). Very emotional. Listen to his cover of Nothing compare 2 U by Princes. Thanks Beth!!
Angelina Jordan's new EP is out (Old enough), take a walk there, it's incredible.
Blow Up The Outside World showed unbelievable range. RIP Great One 🙏
Chris had a gift. And that gift affected millions of us. Thank you Chris for everything. And thank you for a great review. Chris and Eddie harmonizing on Hunger Strike.
More Chris Cornell, please!
Unlike a lot of music videos, this I think is live, it’s different than the studio version. Chris is just that good
This is just a taste of Chris Cornell's voice. Check out Soundgarden's "Outshined", Audioslave's "Tell Me How to Live," Temple of the Dog's "Say Hello to Heaven," and his cover of "Nothing Compares to you." His ability to go from honey-smooth to insane belting is unparalleled. Plus his songs hit deep. I often want to cry when I hear him sing.
It IS live . This is a re-recording of the studio version and has quite a few subtle differences that I, for one, like more than the studio version. To do a whole new version for a music video is incredible.
More reactions to Chris Cornell is a must, I agree his voice was very smooth and effortless
This is actually live, it was filmed and recorded in a studio for the single release, which is why it sounds so good! Those single shots of Chris singing to the camera or from below were done later I'm guessing, so they're not from the actual recorded performance (there's no mic in a lot of them) but who knows, being in that environment maybe helped him get in the zone, or maybe they actually did perform a take while those shots were being done! It's nice when people who know about this stuff get to have a good look at the technique that's going on
As soon as it started I thought "The hell version is this?" Ive had this song stuck in my head for 30 years, and this version is just weak... a pale imitation.
This is performed live, dude. The studio version is comped from various individual performances and filled out with overdubs. Both versions are amazing.
Yeah it's a different performance - the guitars aren't as distorted (and like the guy above says, not given the usual multitrack and overdub treatment) but that suits what Chris is doing, which is going between very subdued and very intense, way more than on the album take. That last "cuz I fell on" sounds mumbled and almost apologetic after the screaming that came before it - so having the guitars be a little more laid back helps with that. Also lets the drums be powerful as hell! Them hi-hats are ~crisp~
@@elLootoWeak? Are you crazy? So much rawer and more authentic! It’s the better of the two.
@@MJHiteshew This cover does absolutely nothing for me. The altered timings are more annoying than emotive, the beautiful distortion tones are gone and replaced with... nothing. You call it 'raw' I call it 'empty.'
But, you know what, I'm ok that you and others like it.
Chris is in the top 3 best rock singers of all time imo. In no order, you've got Chris Cornell, Freddie Mercury, Robert Plant. Just untouchable.
James Dewar, Paul Rodgers ... really. you got to get out a bit more
@@_barm ah yes, the old "your opinion isn't the same as mine so I'll be an ass to you' comment
Chris Cornell had so much soul. Unbelievably talented vocalist.
Also, I know you prefer live performances, but I’d like to suggest reacting to Type O Negative - Love You To Death, the official music video. Peter Steele’s voice was absolutely captivating and highly underrated in my opinion.
A song that really captures Chris’s range is Reach Down by Temple of the Dog
Ah man … I miss Chris. Such a tragic loss. It’s always great to re-experience his music though.
I miss him so much. One of my favorite Soundgarden songs.
I know you said that this song isn't live, but for this particular video (which you're reacting to) it is. Their music video for this song is literally just the band performing it live in a studio. But it's a fantastic rendition of it.
His voice is like velvet. One of my favourite singers.
I saw Chris solo in Copenhagen years ago. He had just been in Sweden and therefore had a cold (very haha). He still sang like a god anyhow. I'll never forget him singing Steel Rain; almost intimidatingly powerful.
Chris Cornell was, and is... will always be amazing... and a booming sound of grunge
Chris still makes me cry on seeing and hearing him with such a loss
That was an outstanding reaction! And if that wasn’t a live performance video I would be shocked👊
I think it was live. The song recorded for the video differs from the studio track.
@@kristinekarlson113 yep, studio version is more clean
You mentioned Chris Cornell with Eddie Vedder, but there are a number of live shows with Chris and Chester Bennington (Linkin Park) that are worth a look too (within this genre)
how utterly amazing that I managed to be on the same planet at the same time as Eddie Vedder and Chris Cornell. What riches! Two of the most distinctive voices ever heard by human ears. Each one complete, whole, by itself, needing no tools, no accompaniment. In fact, there were times when the music made me impatient for that rich, unmistakable voice all by itself. I feel so very lucky, and so very grateful.
Great reaction! You will not be disappointed with Temple of the Dog! From the first notes of "Hunger Strike", I was hooked. Then, the vocals came in, and the astonishment came. Tears welledup many times throughout the song. The personal connection of the vocalists, and musicians, to the song come through so amazingly, but painfully. It's an experience you don't want to pass up, but I know that I need to be prepared for, now. As a singer, the vocal dynamics are what keep me coming back to Temple of the Dog. I was extremely fortunate to have a friend that received solo Chris Cornell tickets as a gift three times. Two were his bare bones shows, where it was just him and a type of portable phonograph that our music teachers used in the 70s. It was spellbinding! We got to hear personal interactions he had, and he showed that while he loved singing and playing guitar, he was uncomfortable with the reactions to his vocal abilities. He was just a regular guy who was capable of vocal gymnastics that thrilled, and awed the world. He is greatly missed. 💔🤘
My guess is "people" recommended you first try Hunger Strike (the "duet"). My favorite Temple of the Dog song is; Say Hello 2 Heaven. It's a tribute to his friend and singer of Mother Love Bone; Andy Wood.
Great reaction from a beautiful reactor ❤ (RIP) Chris…. We miss you 🫶🏻❤️🥲
This is my number one favorite Soundgarden song, excellent choice.
One of the greatest male vocalist I've ever heard. My favorite at the least.
The world is a lesser place without Chris, & I will forever regret not getting over my nerves when I meet him & Ben Sheppard years ago. We miss you, Chris. 😓
Yes! That warm, rich,resonating hum underneath. He was so magnificent... I sobbed when he chose to leave us.
Chose? He clearly put up a fight for his life... the evidence is clear.
New sub here. Chris Cornell was one of the greatest singers ever, alongside Freddie Mercury and Ronnie James Dio, in my opinion, of course. His work with Soundgarden, Audioslave, and his solo work are all terrific. I recommend Seasons and his version of Billie Jean.
His versions of Billie Jean and Lennon’s Watching the Wheels are stunning.
Applaud to you, a true musician, vocalist. Re-starting and reversing to recapture the mood of song and lyrics. You are one of favorite reactors because of it. Well done.
❤ Chris Cornell. Beautiful person and soul
First, many congrats on hitting the 200k milestone…much deserved! 🎆🎉 300k+, here she comes!
Soundgarden, Chris Cornell - hard to "beet"!
Also - Remembering Randy Meisner - “Take It to the Limit” one more time…😢🙏🏻
And Tony Bennett - We will be remembering “The Shadow of Your Smile” 😢🙏🏻
Show Me How to Live by Audioslave really shows Chris' range.❤
Shadow on the Sun, the demo version, too
No, it's a really good song, but it doesn't showcase his range at all.
Thanks for this review, one of my favorite songs, and one of my favorite reviews
Chris had the most powerful voice I've heard unreal vocals
If you liked Chris' singing, I can't recommend his solo album Euphoria Morning enough. Completely different from the grunge/hard rock style of Soundgarden. The entire album is outstanding, but When I'm Down and Disappearing One off of that album are absolute stunners that I'd love to see you react to.
In 1994, during the Superunknown tour, Chris Cornell injured his voice and Soundgarden had to cancel their tour for the first time. I believe this was recorded in 1995 after he came back from his vocal injury. The cause was massive over-singing from a long worldwide tour. It changed the quality in his voice a bit. There are pro shots of Soundgarden during the 1994 tour. Chris was in a league of his own, but despite near perfect technique, singing like this too much will hurt you over time no matter what if you don't give yourself enough rest.
Ooh so glad I caught this today! Love that u said gentle❤ he has a very bluesy sound like in my fave live performance of anyone ever, his solo song When I’m Down live at the Troubadour. Just him and a piano player and he hits so many amazing bluesy notes and the range is amazing and the lyrics r deep! Every Chris fan will tell u it’s a must listen!!I😊
Soundgarden were the Alpha dog of the Seattle scene. When they came out, every band in the scene realized the bar was now sky high. Chris Cornell had range, power and precision that was pro-level - even when they played small clubs. This song is very subdued, and shows his control and rich vocal quality. He can be a 4-octave air siren if he wants to be. Check out Rusty Cage, or Outshined.
This video was recorded live. Temple of the Dog "Say Hello to Heaven," Chris solo "Steel Rain," Soundgraden "Jesus Christ Pose." Show off more range.
Chris is the lead singer for Audioslave and Temple of the dog also along with his many solo projects. You should listen to When I'm Down and his cover of Nothing Compares 2U. He had a 4 octave range and in my opinion there was no one better. He was one of the big 4 along with Layne Staley, Kurt Cobain and Eddie Vedder from Seattle. He is very missed.
100% agree! Those of us who were young adults in the early 90’s…we cried for Layne, Kurt and Chris passing….
Chris' vocals are (were) so incredibly good. Every song that I have ever heard him sing draws you in with his utopian voice and you simply can't get enough. His voice is truly hypnotizing and all of his songs are incredible, but oh so short. His style is so wonderful and so unique. It is hard to recommend one song, but I love Chris while he was in Audioslave and really enjoy "Like A Stone". I think you would enjoy it also. Thank you Bethany for this analysis. I still wish I knew why his voice stirs me so, so much!
Love watching her reactions. Beautiful:-)
Chris and Eddie might have similar lower register voices but Chris blows Vedder away, as he does most other singers, with his lyric screaming.
This is actually one of his more subdued performances
Congratulations. It only gets better. I love his vocals in “say hello to heaven”.
Was lucky enough to see Chris live on a solo tour in a small intimate setting. The power in his voice is insane. Such an incredible and influential musician.
Chris wasn't a great voice that came out of grunge. He was the voice that came out of grunge. Absolutely mesmerizing live.
RIP
Sinead O'Connor
Prince wrote Nothing Compares To You.
Sinead had a hit with it.
Chris Cornell covered it with just strings and turned in the most amazing emotional vocal performances ever.
My wife says it's one of the saddest songs she's ever heard . 🔥🔥🔥
A beautiful constant hum is why we all love him so. ❤ It is like a really large cat purring. It's soothing. Hunger Strike puts Eddie and Chris together surprised you don't know it.
Funny you mention Chris and Eddie collaborating… They’ve already gifted us with the glory that is Temple of the Dog! I really hope you decide to check it out, you won’t be disappointed!
If you want a true example of Chris's talent, you MUST hear "Say Hello To Heaven" by Temple of the Dog. It's the same album as "Hunger Strike" and showcases Chris's range. In my opinion, it's his best vocal performance.
The most talented singer of my generation.
Both singers are amidst my loving voices; so enjoyable and moving !
I love how you went to pause it and his falsetto made you pause to listen some more!! 😊❤️
He and his voice were beautiful.
Chris Cornell was one of a kind. Today I listened to his first solo album. So good! This man had it all.
This is live in the studio. Though Soundgarden made great recordings, live they were a colourful force to be reckoned with. And what little you lost in clarity got more than compensated for via the power.
this video is live!!! and its awesome
i love the way you described his voice !!