Opinion
Nirvana Lyrics


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"Oh, this song is called Opinion"

Congratulations, you have won
It's a year subscription of bad puns
And it makes your story of concern
And you set it up before it burns

My opinions, mmm (x4)

And it seems to be a problem here
And the steer of emotion seems to clear
Now they rise and fall like wall street stock
And they have an effect on our peace talk

Our opinions, mmm
My opinions, mmm (x3)

Congratulations, you have won
It's a year subscription of bad puns
And it makes your story of concern
And you set it up before it burns





Your opinions, mhm (x4)
Your opinions

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Nirvana's "Opinion" tackle the concept of opinions and the impact they have on society. The opening lines sarcastically applaud the listener for winning a "year subscription of bad puns," signaling that the song is not meant to be taken too seriously. However, as the lyrics unfold, it becomes clear that the band is addressing the problems posed by opinions. The line "And it makes your story of concern, and you set it up before it burns" implies that people often cling to their opinions, even if those opinions may be misguided or damaging.


The song also references the emotional impact opinions can have on individuals and society as a whole. The line "Now they rise and fall like wall street stock, and they have an effect on our peace talk" suggests that opinions can fluctuate in value, much like stocks, and can impact discussions about important issues, hindering progress and peace talks.


Overall, the song's message is centered around the idea that opinions can be a double-edged sword, both helpful and harmful depending on how individuals choose to use them.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh, this song is called Opinion
Introduction to the song itself, indicating the song is about opinions.


Congratulations, you have won It's a year subscription of bad puns And it makes your story of concern And you set it up before it burns
The opening lines set a sarcastic and mocking tone for the rest of the song, trivializing issues and suggesting that opinions can be harmful.


My opinions, mmm (x4)
A repetition of the phrase 'My opinions' serves to emphasize the individual nature of opinions and how they are personal.


And it seems to be a problem here And the steer of emotion seems to clear Now they rise and fall like wall street stock And they have an effect on our peace talk
These lines highlight the issue of how opinions can be emotional and how they can fluctuate like the stock markets, often affecting discussions of peace and cooperation.


Our opinions, mmm My opinions, mmm (x3)
Repetition of the phrases 'Our opinions' and 'My opinions' reinforces the idea that opinions are personal and subjective to each individual.


Your opinions, mhm (x4) Your opinions
By changing from 'My' to 'Your' opinions, the lyrics create a shift from self-absorption to acknowledging the opinions of others.




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Written by: GREG GRAFFIN

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@TheDiceMan6

“Punk rock should mean freedom, liking and excepting anything that you like. Playing whatever you want. As sloppy as you want. As long as it's good and it has passion.” - Kurt Cobain

@nicholasvojnovich2766

That quore is the realest ever for musicians that look up to him. Thanks for remindimg me of kurt inspiring me more

@TheDiceMan6

@Nicholas Vojnovich np. You might like this
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cheers.

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Thats Grunge

@samdorsh

@carlos garcia Grunge it is punk dummy

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@Tianastra

Real music, real art, real rock.

@heidi8108

@Paranormal Cucumber actually this is rock so I don't know what your talking about

@callmeJAF

@heidi davis yes? He said it was rock, and you liked your own comment

@matheusihancis512

@JAF visible confusion*

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