Smells Like Teen Spiritby Nirvana

Song Info:
"Smells Like Teen Spirit" by Nirvana was released as the lead single from their second studio album, "Nevermind," on September 10, 1991. The song was written by Kurt Cobain, the band's lead vocalist and guitarist, and produced by Butch Vig. "Smells Like Teen Spirit" became an unexpected hit, propelling Nirvana to mainstream success and helping to popularize the grunge music genre. The song's rebellious attitude and raw sound resonated with a generation of disaffected youth, making it an anthem of the 1990s.

Artist Bio:
Nirvana was formed in 1987 in Aberdeen, Washington, by Kurt Cobain and Krist Novoselic. The band went through several drummers before Dave Grohl joined in 1990. Nirvana's music was characterized by its raw energy, distorted guitars, and introspective lyrics. The band's breakthrough came with their second album, "Nevermind," which was released in 1991 and featured hits like "Smells Like Teen Spirit." Nirvana's success was short-lived, as Kurt Cobain struggled with addiction and fame, eventually tragically ending his own life in 1994. Despite their brief career, Nirvana remains one of the most influential and iconic bands of the 1990s.