I Got Shit
Pearl Jam · Other Songs - Pearl Jam
Been a month since I've heard myself talk
All the advantage this life's got on me
Picture a coffin in the middle of the sea
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And I fight back in my mind...
Never let's me be right, oh...
I got memories, I got shit
So much it don't show...
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I walked the line
When you held me in that night
I walked the line
When you held my hand that night...
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An empty shell seems so easy to crack
Got all these questions, don't know who I could even ask
So I'll just lie alone and wait for the dream
Where I'm not ugly and you're lookin' at me
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And I'll stay in a bed
Oh could i've seen him
If just once, I could feel loved
Oh, stare back at me, yeah...
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But I walked the line
When you held me in that night
Oh, I walked the line
When you held my hand that night
Oh, I walked the line
When you held me close at night
I paid the price, never held you in real life...
About I Got Shit
Pearl Jam's "I Got Shit" stands as a gritty, raw example of the band's grunge-era sound, characterized by its aggressive rhythm section and Dave's raspy vocal delivery. Released during a period when the group was refining their edge, the track exemplifies the Seattle sound's blend of punk energy and melodic sensibility. While often associated with their later discography, the song reflects the band's commitment to authentic, unpolished recording aesthetics that defined their catalogue. It serves as a testament to their ability to deliver high-energy performances that resonated deeply with fans, capturing the frustration and intensity often found in their live shows and studio recordings. The track remains a staple for those seeking the unvarnished grit that made Pearl Jam an enduring force in alternative rock history.