“I had to teach myself to let go of the conventional rock way of playing guitar and singing. Some things you wouldn't expect to work, did and some things won't ever work.”

American musician

Chris Cornell was an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary lyricist for Soundgarden and Audioslave. He was also the founder and frontman of Temple of the Dog. He built a solo career as well and contributed songs to numerous film soundtracks. Music journalists, fans, and fellow musicians have often regarded him as one of the great rock singers.