I know I was born and I know that I'll die... _x000D_ The in between is mine._x000D_ I Am Mine
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When it comes to grunge or even just Seattle, I think there was one band that made the definitive music of the time. It wasn't us or Nirvana, but Mudhoney. Nirvana delivered it to the world, but Mudhoney were the band of that time and sound.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Mudhoney significantly influenced the grunge music scene in Seattle despite Nirvana's greater fame.
Eddie Vedder reflects on the grunge music movement, emphasizing that while Nirvana gained international recognition and brought the genre to a wider audience, it was Mudhoney that truly embodied the essence of that time and style in Seattle's music scene. This highlights the idea that influence and legacy can sometimes be overshadowed by commercial success.
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Using this quote in a discussion about the evolution of grunge music.
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