“When I was eight, my piano teacher played seven or eight notes, and I sang them. She stopped and looked at me in shock! That was the first time I'd gotten that reaction. I'd had looks of horror, but never shock in a positive way.”

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.