Songbook cover

Songbook

Chris Cornell · 2011

77 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · alternative metal

An intimate collection of acoustic renditions that showcase Cornell’s haunting vocals and lyrical depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate acoustic storytelling moments
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • reflective listening during solitude
  • haunting vocals for deep focus
  • cathartic release through lyrical depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party vibes
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Songbook' was released in January 2011, Chris Cornell had established himself as a prominent figure in rock music, having previously achieved fame with Soundgarden and Audioslave. This album marked a significant shift to a more personal and stripped-down sound, featuring live acoustic performances from his career, including material from both bands as well as solo work.
Stylistic neighbors
Soundgarden· Audioslave· Alice in Chains

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 As Hope and Promise Fade 3:47
  • 2 Scar on the Sky 3:40
  • 3 Call Me a Dog 4:51
  • 4 Ground Zero 2:58
  • 5 Can’t Change Me 4:18
  • 6 I Am the Highway 4:56
  • 7 Thank You 4:48
  • 8 Cleaning My Gun 5:18
  • 9 Wide Awake 3:33
  • 10 Fell on Black Days 5:05
  • 11 All Night Thing 3:25
  • 12 Doesn’t Remind Me 4:08
  • 13 Like a Stone 4:04
  • 14 Black Hole Sun 4:37
  • 15 Imagine 4:06
  • 16 The Keeper 3:57
  • 17 As Hope and Promise Fade 4:15
  • 18 Call Me a Dog 5:13

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