Staind

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
We, chase misprinted lies
We, chase the tracks of time
And yet I fight, and yet I fight this battle all alone
No one to cry to, no place to call home

[Chorus]
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[Verse 2]
My, gift of self is raped
My, privacy is raked
And yet I find, yet I find repeating in my head
If I can't be my own, I'd feel better dead

[Chorus]
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Nutshell (Live Acoustic) by Staind is a cover of Alice In Chains’ 1994 hit from their Jar of Flies album. This song is one of the most emotional pieces of rock ballads ever written, dealing with themes of loneliness, despair, and death.

Staind’s version of Nutshell gives a unique touch to the song with the band’s distinctive sound and vocal power. The live acoustic version is one of the standout tracks from their Greatest Hits Album, and it's no surprise why. It exemplifies the band’s ability to breathe new life into a song while maintaining the original's authenticity.

About Nutshell (Live Acoustic)

From the moment the guitar strings start strumming, the listener is drawn into the haunting melody of Nutshell (Live Acoustic). Aaron Lewis' vocals are vulnerable and captivating, the lyrics conveyed with emotional clarity that strikes a chord in anyone who has ever felt lost in life.

The song's acoustic arrangement amplifies the desperate tone of the lyrics, stripping away the electric guitar riff and heavy drums. This cleaner sound frees up more space for Lewis' vocals and adds a new level of intimacy to the song.

The songis a masterpiece when it comes to the combination of melancholy and inexplicable beauty through the showcases of Aaron Lewis’s emotion-packed vocals. The lyrics are piercing in many ways, as they take a dive into how untenable thoughts and feelings can be.

The lyrics of Nutshell, "If I can't be my own, I'd feel better dead," reflect one's desire to escape from this world and find solace in death. The song's somber notes accentuate the loneliness and despair that Lewis is singing about. There's a rawness to the song that connects with people and stirs their deepest emotions. Nutshell is one of those songs where people can find solace in their own pain.

The text has resonated with people ever since it was written--it has been covered by several artists and bands over the years. Staind's version is a testament to the song's longevity, and at 5 minutes and 12 seconds, it still manages to hold the listener's attention and emotions until its end.

The song's finished with Aaron Lewis’s chilling vibrato on the lyrics "We chase misprinted lies" that leave behind an echo that can last days—proof of how haunting the song can be, yet so beautiful in its despair.

Staind’s version of Nutshell (Live Acoustic) is also a testament to the band's ability to redefine a track and make it their own while still offering the listener something new and exciting. The band's gritty, electric style is replaced with a more stripped-down and raw sound, and it works brilliantly.

The version of Nutshell is a must-listen for everyone who appreciates a good cover or wants to experience the song in a new, powerful way. From beginning to end, Staind's raw and powerful emotions make Nutshell truly one of the most memorable tracks in rock music.

In short, Nutshell (Live Acoustic) by Staind carries the same heart-wrenching angst as the original song. This live version manages to distill the emotions of the original track into the essentials with its stripped-down arrangement. Its haunting melody, introspective lyrics, and powerful vocals make Nutshell (Live Acoustic) a standout track and a perfect showcase of Staind's ability to create beautiful music.

• Release Date: November 13, 2006
• Artist: Staind