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Quotes by Kurt Cobain

Born: 20th February 1967, Died: 5th April 1994
Kurt Cobain was an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the rock band Nirvana.
Welcome to our collection of profound and thought-provoking quotes by the renowned singer, Kurt Cobain. Delve into the depths of his brilliant mind as you explore his musings on life, love, art, and the human experience. Gain insight into Cobain's unique perspective and connect with his emotional honesty through this compilation of his most memorable statements. Immerse yourself in the words of a musical icon who impacted an entire generation with his raw, introspective lyrics. Discover the wisdom and authenticity that continue to inspire and resonate with audiences worldwide. Explore our curated selection of quotes and allow Cobain's profound insights to enlighten and engage you on a profound level.

I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not. Read Summary

Drugs are a waste of time. They destroy your memory and your self-respect and everything that goes along with with your self-esteem. They're no good at all. Read Summary

Punk is musical freedom. It's saying, doing and playing what you want. In Webster's terms, 'nirvana' means freedom from pain, suffering and the external world, and that's pretty close to my definition of Punk Rock. Read Summary

If it's illegal to rock and roll, throw my ass in jail! Read Summary

I had a really good childhood up until I was nine, then a classic case of divorce really affected me. Read Summary

I sing and play the guitar, and I'm a walking, talking bacterial infection. Read Summary

The worst crime is faking it. Read Summary

I won't eat anything green. Read Summary

I wanted to have the adoration of John Lennon but have the anonymity of Ringo Starr. I didn't want to be a frontman. I just wanted to be back there and still be a rock and roll star at the same time. Read Summary

If I wouldn't have found Courtney, I probably would have carried on with a bisexual lifestyle. Read Summary

I bought a gun and chose drugs instead. Read Summary

I like to make people feel happy and superior in their reaction towards my appearance. Read Summary

I have to admit I've found myself doing the same things that a lot of other rock stars do or are forced to do. Which is not being able to respond to mail, not being able to keep up on current music, and I'm pretty much locked away a lot. The outside world is pretty foreign to me. Read Summary

There's nothing better than having a baby. I've always loved children. I used to work summers at the YMCA and be in charge of, like, 30 preschool kids. I knew that when I had a child, I'd be overwhelmed, and it's true... I can't tell you how much my attitude has changed since we've got Frances. Holding my baby is the best drug in the world. Read Summary

I never listen to 'Nevermind.' I haven't listened to it since we put it out. That says something. Read Summary

My mother encouraged me to be artistic. It was written in a contract at an early age that I would be an artist. Read Summary

Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are. Read Summary

Rather be dead than cool. Read Summary

The duty of youth is to challenge corruption. Read Summary

If you die you're completely happy and your soul somewhere lives on. I'm not afraid of dying. Total peace after death, becoming someone else is the best hope I've got. Read Summary