Cornell was born in Seattle and was one of six children in a diverse family.
He co-founded Soundgarden in 1984, which became a pioneering band in the grunge movement.
He had a remarkable vocal range of nearly four octaves, showcasing his versatility as a singer.
Biography
Early Life
Christopher John Boyle, known as Chris Cornell, was born on July 20, 1964, in Seattle, Washington. He was raised in a large family as one of six children, with a diverse heritage that included Irish Catholic and Jewish backgrounds. Following his parents' divorce, he adopted his mother's maiden name, Cornell. His early exposure to music began in childhood, taking piano and guitar lessons, and he performed publicly for the first time in elementary school. Cornell's inquisitive nature led him to question organized religion, which ultimately influenced his artistic expression.
Career
Cornell's musical journey began in earnest when he co-founded Soundgarden in 1984, initially serving as the drummer before transitioning to lead vocals. The band quickly gained recognition, becoming one of the pioneering forces in the grunge movement. They released several influential albums, including "Ultramega OK" and "Louder Than Love," and were the first grunge band to sign with a major label. In addition to his work with Soundgarden, Cornell formed Audioslave and had a successful solo career, releasing albums such as "Euphoria Mourning" and "Higher Truth." His unique vocal style, characterized by a nearly four-octave range, earned him acclaim as one of the greatest rock singers of all time.
Legacy
Beyond his musical achievements, Cornell was also known for his philanthropic efforts and contributions to film soundtracks. He founded the tribute band Temple of the Dog in honor of his late friend Andrew Wood. Cornell's impact on rock music remains profound, with many artists citing him as an influence. He passed away on May 17, 2017, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire musicians and fans alike.
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Discography
No One Sings Like You Anymore2020
- 1.Get It While You Can3:22
- 2.Jump Into the Fire3:35
- 3.Sad Sad City3:49
- 4.Patience4:13
- 5.Nothing Compares 2 U4:12
- 6.Watching the Wheels3:14
- 7.You Don’t Know Nothing About Love3:04
- 8.Showdown3:23
- 9.To Be Treated Rite3:14
- 10.Stay With Me Baby4:15
Chris Cornell2018
- 1.Loud Love4:57
- 2.Outshined5:12
- 3.Hunger Strike4:02
- 4.Seasons5:46
- 5.Black Hole Sun5:20
- 6.Can’t Change Me3:23
- 7.Like a Stone4:55
- 8.Be Yourself4:39
- 9.You Know My Name4:01
- 10.Billie Jean4:42
- 11.Long Gone (rock version)3:42
- 12.Call Me a Dog (live acoustic)4:52
- 13.Been Away Too Long3:38
- 14.Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart3:55
- 15.Nothing Compares 2 U (live at Sirus XM)5:04
- 16.The Promise4:23
- 17.When Bad Does Good4:26
Higher Truth2015
- 1.Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart3:54
- 2.Dead Wishes4:56
- 3.Worried Moon4:32
- 4.Before We Disappear3:52
- 5.Through the Window4:41
- 6.Josephine3:39
- 7.Murderer of Blue Skies3:43
- 8.Higher Truth5:07
- 9.Let Your Eyes Wander3:42
- 10.Only These Words3:30
- 11.Circling3:29
- 12.Our Time in the Universe4:19
Carry On + Scream2012
- 1.No Such Thing3:44
- 2.Poison Eye3:57
- 3.Arms Around Your Love3:34
- 4.Safe and Sound4:16
- 5.She'll Never Be Your Man3:24
- 6.Ghosts3:51
- 7.Killing Birds3:38
- 8.Billie Jean4:41
- 9.Scar on the Sky3:40
- 10.Your Soul Today3:27
- 11.Finally Forever3:37
- 12.Silence the Voices4:27
- 13.Disappearing Act4:33
- 14.You Know My Name4:01
- 15.Today3:03
- 16.Part of Me5:14
- 17.Time4:38
- 18.Sweet Revenge4:10
- 19.Get Up3:35
- 20.Ground Zero3:09
- 21.Never Far Away5:06
- 22.Take Me Alive4:35
- 23.Long Gone5:15
- 24.Scream6:14
- 25.Enemy4:35
- 26.Other Side of Town4:48
- 27.Climbing Up the Walls4:50
- 28.Watch Out / Two Drink Minimum8:07
Songbook2011
- 1.As Hope and Promise Fade (live at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Toronto, ON April 20, 2011)3:47
- 2.Scar on the Sky (live at Keswick Theatre, Glenside, PA April 10, 2011)3:40
- 3.Call Me a Dog (live at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Toronto, ON April 20, 2011)4:52
- 4.Ground Zero (live at Vic Theatre, Chicago, IL April 22, 2011)2:59
- 5.Can’t Change Me (live at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa – Music Box, Atlantic City, NJ April 15, 2011)4:19
- 6.I Am the Highway (live at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Toronto, ON April 20, 2011)4:57
- 7.Thank You (live at Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre, Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada April 27, 2011)4:48
- 8.Cleaning My Gun (live at Pabst Theatre, Milwaukee, WI April 23, 2011)5:19
- 9.Wide Awake (live at Sixth & I Historic Synagogue, Washington, DC April 17, 2011)3:33
- 10.Fell on Black Days (live at Keswick Theatre, Glenside, PA April 10, 2011)5:05
- 11.All Night Thing (live at Sixth & I Historic Synagogue, Washington, DC April 17, 2011)3:25
- 12.Doesn’t Remind Me (live at Fitzgerald Theatre, St. Paul, MN April 24, 2011)4:08
- 13.Like a Stone (live at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Toronto, ON April 20, 2011)4:04
- 14.Black Hole Sun (live at Red Robinson Show Theatre, Vancouver, Canada April 30, 2011)4:38
- 15.Imagine (live at Pabst Theatre, Milwaukee, WI April 23, 2011)4:07
- 16.The Keeper3:58
- 17.Black Hole Sun (live at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Toronto, ON April 20, 2011)4:47
Scream2009
- 1.Part Of Me5:15
- 2.Time4:39
- 3.Sweet Revenge4:10
- 4.Get Up3:36
- 5.Ground Zero3:10
- 6.Never Far Away5:07
- 7.Take Me Alive4:36
- 8.Long Gone5:16
- 9.Scream6:15
- 10.Enemy4:35
- 11.Other Side Of Town4:48
- 12.Climbing Up The Walls4:50
- 13.Watch Out4:03
- 14.Two Drink Minimum [Hidden Track]3:10
- 15.Ordinary Girl [Bonus Track]4:33
- 16.Lost Cause [Bonus Track]4:21
- 17.Do Me Wrong [Bonus Track]2:54
- 18.Stop Me [Bonus Track]3:34
- 19.Part of Me (DJ Kleerup remix) [Bonus Track]5:29
Nissan Live Sets on Yahoo! Music2007
- 1.Outshined5:41
- 2.Poison Eye4:15
- 3.What You Are4:26
- 4.Burden in My Hand4:46
- 5.Can’t Change Me3:33
- 6.Billie Jean5:19
- 7.Arms Around Your Love4:02
- 8.No Such Thing3:58
- 9.Black Hole Sun6:00
Carry On2007
- 1.No Such Thing3:45
- 2.Poison Eye3:57
- 3.Arms Around Your Love3:34
- 4.Safe and Sound4:17
- 5.She’ll Never Be Your Man3:24
- 6.Ghosts3:52
- 7.Killing Birds3:39
- 8.Billie Jean4:41
- 9.Scar on the Sky3:40
- 10.Your Soul Today3:27
- 11.Finally Forever3:37
- 12.Silence the Voices4:27
- 13.Disappearing Act4:33
- 14.You Know My Name4:00
Euphoria Mourning1999
- 1.Can’t Change Me3:24
- 2.Flutter Girl4:25
- 3.Preaching the End of the World4:41
- 4.Follow My Way5:11
- 5.When I’m Down4:20
- 6.Mission4:05
- 7.Wave Goodbye3:43
- 8.Moonchild4:02
- 9.Sweet Euphoria3:09
- 10.Disappearing One3:48
- 11.Pillow of Your Bones4:30
- 12.Steel Rain5:44
- 13.Can’t Change Me (French version)3:48
B-Sides & Demos
- 1.Mission 20002:37
- 2.Seasons5:52
- 3.Fluttergirl (demo version)6:25
- 4.Sweet Euphoria (BBC Radio 1 Session)3:13
- 5.No Where but You (demo version)5:13
- 6.Preaching the End of the World (BBC Radio 1 Session)4:51
- 7.When I’m Down (demo)4:21
- 8.Sunshower5:58
- 9.Can’t Change Me (BBC Radio 1 Session)3:22
- 10.Seasons (BBC Radio 1 Session)5:49
- 11.Just Like Suicide (acoustic)6:17
You Never Knew My Mind2018
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Nothing Compares 2 U2018
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The Promise2017
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Nothing Compares 2 U2016
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Nearly Forgot My Broken Heart2015
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The Keeper2011
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Stop Me2009
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Long Gone2008
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Watch Out2008
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Part of Me2008
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No Such Thing2007
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Arms Around Your Love2007
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Can’t Change Me1999
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Sunshower1997
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Poncier1992
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- Sub Pop
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- SST Records
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- A&M Records
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- Republic Records
Groups
- Alice Mudgardencurrent
- Temple of the Dogcurrent
- The Center for Disease Control Boyscurrent
- Soundgardenlead vocals, original · 1984–2017
- Audioslaveelectric guitar, lead vocals · 2001–2007
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Also known as: Christopher John Boyle
Christopher John Cornell was an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary lyricist for the rock bands Soundgarden and Audioslave. He also had a solo career and contributed to numerous movie soundtracks. Cornell was the founder and frontman of Temple of the Dog, a one-off tribute band dedicated to his late friend, musician Andrew Wood of Malfunkshun and Mother Love Bone. Several music journalists, fan polls, and fellow musicians have regarded Cornell as one of the greatest rock singers of all time.
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