Lithium

Nirvana

About Lithium

"Lithium" is a song by American rock band Nirvana. It appears as the fifth track and third single from their second album Nevermind (1991). Written by frontman Kurt Cobain, the song is about a man who turns to religion amid thoughts of suicide. Nirvana first recorded "Lithium" in 1990 but then re-recorded the song the following year for Nevermind. Released as the third single from Nevermind in July 1992, "Lithium" peaked at number 64 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 11 on the UK Singles Chart. It was also a number 1 hit in Finland. The accompanying music video, directed by Kevin Kerslake, is a montage of concert footage. 


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2002
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I'm so happy because today
I've found my friends
They're in my head
I'm so ugly, but that's okay, 'cause so are you
We've broken our mirrors
Sunday morning is everyday for all I care
And I'm not scared
Light my candles in a daze
'Cause I've found god
Hey, hey, hey

I'm so lonely but that's okay I shaved my head
And I'm not sad
And just maybe I'm to blame for all I've heard
But I'm not sure
I'm so excited, I can't wait to meet you there
But I don't care
I'm so horny but that's okay
My will is good
Hey, hey, hey

I like it, I'm not gonna crack
I miss you, I'm not gonna crack
I love you, I'm not gonna crack
I killed you, I'm not gonna crack

I like it, I'm not gonna crack
I miss you, I'm not gonna crack
I love you, I'm not gonna crack
I killed you, I'm not gonna crack

I'm so happy 'cause today
I've found my friends,
They're in my head
I'm so ugly, that's okay, 'cause so are you,
Broke our mirrors
Sunday morning is everyday for all I care,
And I'm not scared
Light my candles in a daze
'Cause I've found god

Yeah, yeah,
Yeah, yeah,
Yeah, yeah,
Yeah, yeah,
Yeah, yeah,
Yeah, yeah, yeah

I like it, I'm not gonna crack
I miss you, I'm not gonna crack
I love you, I'm not gonna crack
I killed you, I'm not gonna crack

I like it, I'm not gonna crack
I miss you, I'm not gonna crack
I love you, I'm not gonna crack
I killed you, I'm not gonna crack

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Written by: Kurt Cobain

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Lithium" is a song by American rock band Nirvana, written by lead vocalist and guitarist, Kurt Cobain.
Album Release
It was originally included on their second studio album, "Nevermind", which was released in 1991.
Single Release
"Lithium" was released as the third single from "Nevermind" in July 1992.
Song Meaning
The song is about a man who turns to religion amid thoughts of suicide. Lithium is a mood stabilizer used as a treatment for bipolar disorder, which stops extreme emotional swings so this may be why Cobain chose it for a title.
Inspiration
Some speculate that the song's unique mix of melancholy and euphoria is a portrayal of Cobain's own battles with bipolar disorder, but this has never been confirmed.
Music Video
The music video for "Lithium" features a montage of footage from Nirvana's concerts, interpolated with animated segments based on Cobain's artwork.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 64 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 11 on the UK Singles Chart.
Critical Acclaim
The song received wide critical acclaim, it is often ranked among the greatest rocks songs of all time.
Cover Versions
Various artists have covered "Lithium", including Polyphonic Spree and Muse.
Unique Creativity
The song's integration of soft and loud dynamics displays the band's distinct songwriting method which differentiated them from other rock bands of the time.
Cobain's Performance
Kurt Cobain's semi-comprehensible singing style and his heavy usage of guitar distortion, feedback, and power chord riffs in the song is iconic of Nirvana's music style.
Live Performances
Notably, Nirvana performed "Lithium" at the 1992 MTV Video Music Awards where the performance was marked by Cobain's raucous guitar feedback and antics on stage.

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