In Bloom is a song by the American rock band Nirvana. It was released as the second single from their second studio album, Nevermind, in 1992. The song is a reflection on teenage angst and the pressures of growing up. It is an iconic song of the 1990s alternative rock scene, and continues to be one of Nirvana’s most popular songs.
Overview of In Bloom
In Bloom is an up-tempo rock song that features a driving guitar riff and a heavy bass line. The lyrics deal with the pressures of growing up and the feelings of alienation and frustration that come with it. The song has a strong sense of nostalgia and a feeling of angst and despair. The lyrics are often interpreted as a commentary on the expectations placed on teenagers by society. The song was a commercial success, reaching number five on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Modern Rock Tracks chart.
Full Lyrics of In Bloom
Verse 1
Load up on guns, bring your friends
It’s fun to lose and to pretend
She’s over bored and self assured
Oh no, I know a dirty word
Chorus
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