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“Alive” is a song by the American rock band Pearl Jam. “Alive” was Pearl Jam’s first single, and appeared on the band’s debut album, Ten (1991). Written by guitarist Stone Gossard, “Alive” originated as an instrumental titled “Dollar Short” and was included on a demo tape circulated in hopes of finding a singer for the group. Vocalist Eddie Vedder obtained a copy of the tape and wrote lyrics that describe a fictionalized account of the time when he was told that the man he thought was his father was not actually his biological parent. It’s guitar solo is ranked 44 on Guitar World’s “100 Greatest Guitar Solos”.
“Alive” charted at number 16 in the UK (the single was available only through import in the US). A remixed version of the song was included on Pearl Jam’s 2004 greatest hits album, rearviewmirror (Greatest Hits 1991–2003). Although the song was not a huge hit upon its release (peaking at number 16 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart), it has endured as a fan favorite and a staple of rock radio since then, as well as one of the most requested songs at the band’s concerts.
“Alive” features an extended guitar solo after its third chorus (3:38), which is likely one reason it’s a favorite of so many fans. The solo for “Alive”, performed by McCready, was ranked number 44 on Guitar World’s list of the “100 Greatest Guitar Solos”, and number 26 on Total Guitar’s list of the “100 Hottest Guitar Solos”. Interestingly, when interviewed about his famous solo, McCready was quick to disclaim creative credit for it, saying he basically “copied Ace Frehley’s solo from ‘She’, which was copied from Robby Krieger’s solo in The Doors’ ‘Five to One’.
“Alive” charted at number 16 in the UK (the single was available only through import in the US). A remixed version of the song was included on Pearl Jam’s 2004 greatest hits album, rearviewmirror (Greatest Hits 1991–2003). Although the song was not a huge hit upon its release (peaking at number 16 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart), it has endured as a fan favorite and a staple of rock radio since then, as well as one of the most requested songs at the band’s concerts.
“Alive” features an extended guitar solo after its third chorus (3:38), which is likely one reason it’s a favorite of so many fans. The solo for “Alive”, performed by McCready, was ranked number 44 on Guitar World’s list of the “100 Greatest Guitar Solos”, and number 26 on Total Guitar’s list of the “100 Hottest Guitar Solos”. Interestingly, when interviewed about his famous solo, McCready was quick to disclaim creative credit for it, saying he basically “copied Ace Frehley’s solo from ‘She’, which was copied from Robby Krieger’s solo in The Doors’ ‘Five to One’.
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WeeEms2009 wrote:
great song,briliant band,only started listning to them last year,anyone into real music get some pearl jam.
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Arthurleano wrote:
This song is fucking great, I think Eddie Vedder plays Alive with your total guts, it's the song of your life.
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Rock4Schalli wrote:
It took me so long to like it, but now I really do! [2]
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kmilafernanda wrote:
my buen tema, y muy buen grupo , me encanta pearl jam !!! (L)
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SQI wrote:
It took me so long to like it, but now I really do!
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Pewizzle wrote:
Greatest guitar solo ever.
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grungeislive wrote:
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Seberinoid wrote:
1991? Timeless, nearly 20 years kinda proves that... Fantastic
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The_GoodOldDays wrote:
Ten was their debut?? You don't get many albums like that anymore that's for sure!
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big4ever wrote:
Does it ever get old? Real music.
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MetalGodAttacks wrote:
fuuck yea
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mistercheco wrote:
Permanecer vivo con esta cancion. Genial!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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DutchieS wrote:
Awesome song by an awesome band!!!
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octbaby25 wrote:
grunge was a term used in seattle for the local bands and the style of music. that is why basically the majority of the grunge bands are from seattle. nirvana and pearl jam basically put it on the map and the music industry picked up on the term. if your still confused to why pearl jam is grunge ... google it !
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kelleychambers wrote:
Pearl Jam has always and always will do just that... JAM!
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kimjl wrote:
Timeless................
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thaCobo wrote:
what a hymn...
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Racheal94 wrote:
♥
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lovelygrannies wrote:
THIS SONG MAKES ME FEEL ALIVE! [2]
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TheHeavyWeapons wrote:
THIS SONG MAKES ME FEEL ALIVE!
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