“Hunger Strike” is a song by the American rock band, Temple of the Dog. It was released in 1991 as the lead single from their self-titled debut album. The song was written by vocalist Chris Cornell and guitarist Stone Gossard and was produced by Rick Parashar. The song was a hit in the US, peaking at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and at number one on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. It has since become one of the band’s most popular songs.
Overview of Hunger Strike Song
“Hunger Strike” is a hard rock song that features a mix of acoustic and electric guitars. It is driven by a heavy guitar riff and features a duet between Chris Cornell and Eddie Vedder. The song is about coming to terms with the fact that the world is not a perfect place and that people need to make a stand and do something to make it better. The lyrics also touch on themes of self-sacrifice and the need for change.
Full Lyrics of Hunger Strike Song
Verse 1
I’m gonna take it all
I’m gonna take it all
I’m gonna take it all
I’m gonna take it all
Chorus
Hungry strike, I won’t eat
Nobody’s gonna take my pride away
Verse 2
I’m gonna be a fool
I’m gonna be a fool
I’m gonna be a fool
I’m gonna be a fool
Chorus
Hungry strike, I won’t eat
Nobody’s gonna take my pride away
Bridge
And I don’t mind
If you don’t mind
Cause I don’t shine
If you don’t shine
Verse 3
I’m gonna find a way
I’m gonna find a way
I’m gonna find a way
I’m gonna find a way
Chorus
Hungry strike, I won’t eat
Nobody’s gonna take my pride away
Outro
Nobody’s gonna take my pride away
Nobody’s gonna take my pride away
“Hunger Strike” is a powerful song that speaks to the need for change and self-sacrifice. With its heavy guitar riffs and heartfelt lyrics, the song has become a classic of the rock genre and is still popular today.