Not for You
Pearl Jam · 1995
10 min · 2 tracks · hard rock · grunge
A powerful blend of grunge fervor and introspective lyrics, driven by anthemic guitar riffs.
Not for You is a single by Pearl Jam, released in 1995. A powerful blend of grunge fervor and introspective lyrics, driven by anthemic guitar riffs. 'Not for You' is significant for its critique of commercialism within the music industry and its chart success, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. The song has been embraced as an anthem against societal norms and served to solidify Pearl Jam's position as leaders in the grunge movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Not for You sound like?
A powerful blend of grunge fervor and introspective lyrics, driven by anthemic guitar riffs. Rooted in hard rock and grunge.
What makes Not for You by Pearl Jam notable?
'Not for You' is significant for its critique of commercialism within the music industry and its chart success, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. The song has been embraced as an anthem against societal norms and served to solidify Pearl Jam's position as leaders in the grunge movement. Released on March 21, 1995, 'Not for You' was Pearl Jam's fourth single following their breakthrough album 'Vs.' in 1993. At this juncture, the band was navigating fame while grappling with the pressures of stardom and a growing disillusionment with mainstream music culture.
How many songs are on Not for You?
Not for You has 2 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Not for You Standout 5:51
- 2 Out of My Mind (live) Standout 4:41
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