Negative Creep
Negative Creep

Nirvana - Negative Creep Lyrics

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Kurt Cobain's raw and unapologetic lyrics delve into themes of self-identity and alienation. The repetitive refrain "I'm a negative creep" suggests a sense of self-awareness about one's darker, undesirable traits, possibly exacerbated by substance use, as… Read more

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Negative Creep Lyrics

This is out of our reach, this is out of our reach
This is out of our reach and it's grown
This is getting to be, this is getting to be
This is getting to be drone

I'm a negative creep, I'm a negative creep
I'm a negative creep and I'm stoned
I'm a negative creep, I'm a negative creep
I'm a negative creep and I'm, I'm

Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more

This is out of our reach, this is out of our reach
This is out of our reach and it's grown
This is getting to be, this is getting to be
This is getting to be drone

I'm a negative creep, I'm a negative creep
I'm a negative creep and I'm stoned
I'm a negative creep, I'm a negative creep
I'm a negative creep and I'm, I'm

Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more

Yeah
Drone
Stoned

Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more

Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more
Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more

Writer(s): Kurt Cobain
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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What is the Meaning of Negative Creep?

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Kurt Cobain's raw and unapologetic lyrics delve into themes of self-identity and alienation. The repetitive refrain "I'm a negative creep" suggests a sense of self-awareness about one's darker, undesirable traits, possibly exacerbated by substance use, as indicated by the word "stoned." The phrase "Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more" implies a loss of innocence or transition from childhood to adulthood, marked by disillusionment and rebellion. The song captures the angst and frustration of feeling out of control and disconnected from societal norms. Through its relentless repetition and abrasive tone, it embodies the grunge ethos of confronting uncomfortable truths head-on.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Negative Creep'?

    'Negative Creep' was written by Kurt Cobain, the vocalist and guitarist of Nirvana.

  2. On which album does 'Negative Creep' appear?

    'Negative Creep' is the seventh song on Nirvana's debut album 'Bleach,' which was released in June 1989.

  3. When was 'Negative Creep' first performed live?

    'Negative Creep' was debuted live on February 25, 1989, at the Husky Union Building at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington.

  4. How did producer Jack Endino describe the recording process for 'Negative Creep'?

    Producer Jack Endino recalled that Nirvana recorded their instruments in one or two takes and Kurt Cobain usually recorded his vocals in a single take. The band aimed to record a full album quickly rather than an EP as requested by their label Sub Pop.

  5. What makes 'Negative Creep' notable in terms of its vocal recording?

    'Negative Creep' is noted for Kurt Cobain's intense vocal delivery. Mark Richardson of Pitchfork highlighted how Cobain's voice through the second verse can be terrifying due to its intensity, sounding as if his larynx is distorting from sheer force.

  6. Did 'Negative Creep' face any criticism upon its release?

    'Negative Creep' faced some criticism from members of the Seattle music scene due to its lyric 'Daddy's little girl ain't a girl no more,' which resembled Mudhoney's lyrics. Kurt Cobain referred to this similarity as an example of 'subconscious theft.'

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