Glorified G
Pearl Jam
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Got a gun fact I got two That's O.K. man 'cause I love god Glorified version of a pellet gun Feels so manly when armed Glorified version of a pellet gun Double think dumb is strength Never shot at a living thing Glorified version of a pellet gun Feels so manly when armed Glorified version of a pellet gun Glorified version of a Always keep it loaded Kindred to be an American Life comes, I can feel your heart, Ooh, life comes, I can feel your heart through your neck, Life comes, I can feel your heart through your neck, Life comes, I can steal your heart form your neck, Glorified, glorified
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Written by: DAVID ABBRUZZESE, EDDIE VEDDER, JEFF AMENT, MIKE MCCREADY, STONE GOSSARD
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8 facts about this song
Background"Glorified G" is a song by American rock band Pearl Jam. The song was featured on their second studio album, "Vs.," which was released in October 1993.
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Song FormationThe song was reportedly created from a guitar riff that was written during a soundcheck. Bassist Jeff Ament and guitarist Mike McCready worked on the riff, later adding in the rest of the band to complete the song.
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Lyrics CompositionThe lyrics of "Glorified G" were written by vocalist Eddie Vedder, who often uses his songwriting to tackle socially relevant topics. The song is a critique of gun culture, and the title "Glorified G" refers to a 'glorified version of a pellet gun.'
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Unique ArrangementOne of the unique aspects of "Glorified G" is the multiple time signature changes within the track. This gives the song an unusual rhythm and pace that distinguishes it from other rock songs.
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Album Success"Glorified G" contributed to the success of the "Vs." album, which set the record for most copies of an album sold in its first week of release and outperformed Pearl Jam’s debut album, “Ten.”
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Live PerformancesDespite the song’s complexity and its intricate mix of rhythms and time signatures, it remains a popular choice for Pearl Jam's live performances. It has been performed hundreds of times since its release.
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Music VideoNo music video was made for "Glorified G" primarily because Pearl Jam stopped making music videos after their initial ones for their debut album “Ten” received heavy rotation on MTV.
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Critical ReceptionCritics often mention "Glorified G" as an example of the band's willingness to experiment with song structures and arrangements, contributing to Pearl Jam's status as one of the most influential rock bands of the 90s.
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