“I just kind of went into the blue-collar workforce at a really young age and discovered music, in terms of being a musician, around the same time. The good news is, I was probably 17 when I knew that's what I was going to do with the rest of my life, no matter what that meant.”

Chris Cornell was an American singer-songwriter and musician. He rose to prominence as the frontman of the rock band Soundgarden, known for his powerful voice and introspective lyrics that explored themes of struggle and resilience. His work also spanned solo projects and collaborations, leaving a lasting impact on alternative rock.