Plateau
Nirvana · Unplugged In New York
Some belong to strangers and some to folks you know
Holy ghosts and talk show hosts are planted in the sand
To beautify the foothills and shake the many hands
There's nothing on the top but a bucket and a mop
And an illustrated book about birds
You see a lot up there but don't be scared
Who needs action when you got words
When you've finished with the mop then you can stop
And look at what you've done
The plateau's clean, no dirt to be seen
And the work it was fun
There's nothing on the top but a bucket and a mop
And an illustrated book about birds
You see a lot up there but don't be scared
Who needs action when you got words
Well the many hands began to scan around for the next plateau
Some said it was in Greenland and some say Mexico
Others decided it was nowhere except for where they stood
But those were all just guesses, wouldn't help you if they could
Originally by the Meat Puppets
Plateau
Nirvana's 'Plateau' stands as a defining track from their 1994 'Unplugged In New York' recording, capturing the band's raw, stripped-down acoustic energy that would later influence the entire grunge genre. The song features Kurt Cobain's distinctive vocal delivery and guitar work, delivered without amplification, showcasing a more intimate and vulnerable side of the group compared to their studio output. Released during a pivotal era for alternative rock, the recording highlights the band's ability to translate their chaotic live performances into a cohesive studio session. Its enduring legacy lies in its ability to represent the raw emotion and sonic texture that made Nirvana a cultural icon, influencing countless artists who followed in the wake of their breakthrough.