Gun
Soundgarden · 5 Classic Albums [2012]
Sink load and fire till the empire
Reaps what they've sown
Shoot shoot shoot till their minds are open
Shoot shoot shoot till their eyes are closed
Push push push till we get some motion
Push push push till the bombs explode
I got an idea
We can do it
All on our own
Nothing to worry
Regret must weigh a ton
Kick kick kick till the laws are broken
Kick kick kick till the boots are worn
Hit hit hit till the truth is spoken
Hit hit hit till the truth is born
I got an idea of something
We can do with a gun
Gun
Soundgarden's "Gun" stands as a defining track from their 1991 breakthrough album, Superunknown. The song showcases the band's signature grunge aesthetic, blending heavy, sludgy riffs with Chris Cornell's dynamic vocal range. Musically, the recording features a distinctive, syncopated guitar line that drives the composition forward, creating a tense atmosphere that contrasts with the band's more melodic moments. As a key component of their discography, the track highlights the group's ability to merge alternative rock structures with darker, psychedelic undertones. Its enduring presence in their live sets and catalog confirms its status as a staple of the early 1990s Seattle sound, reflecting the artistic maturity Soundgarden achieved during this pivotal era.