Rats
Pearl Jam · Vs.
They don't eat, don't sleep
They don't feed, they don't seethe
Bare their gums when they moan and squeak
Lick the dirt off a larger one's feet
They don't push, don't crowd
Congregate until they're much too loud
Fuck to procreate till they are dead
Drink the blood of their so called best friend
They don't scurry when something bigger comes their way
Don't pack themselves together and run as one
Don't shit where they're not supposed to
Don't take what's not theirs, they don't compare
They don't scam, don't fight
Don't oppress an equals given rights
Starve the poor so they can be well fed
Line their holes with the dead ones bread
They don't scurry when something bigger comes their way }
Don't pack themselves together and run as one } (2x)
Don't shit where they're not supposed to }
Don't take what's not theirs, they don't compare... }
Rats...They don't compare (2x)
Ben, the two of us need look no more (5X)
About Rats
Pearl Jam's "Rats" stands as a defining track from their 1993 album *Vs.*, capturing the band's raw, alternative rock energy at its peak. Released during a pivotal era for grunge music, the song features the band's signature blend of melodic hooks and gritty distortion, showcasing the vocal prowess of Eddie Vedder and the rhythmic drive of Stone Gossard and Mike McCready. As a staple of their discography, "Rats" exemplifies the emotional intensity and sonic texture that would characterize much of their work in the early 1990s. The recording remains a critical component of Pearl Jam's catalog, frequently cited as a quintessential example of the genre's evolution and enduring influence on modern rock. Its inclusion on *Vs.* highlights the group's ability to deliver powerful, anthemic performances that resonated deeply with audiences worldwide.