Temple of the Dog - Call Me a Dog Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Call Me a Dog'?

   'Call Me a Dog' was written by Christopher J. Cornell, who was the lead singer of Temple of the Dog and Soundgarden.

2. What inspired Chris Cornell to write 'Call Me a Dog'?

   Chris Cornell wrote 'Call Me a Dog' as an ode to his then-wife Susan Silver. The lyrics likely reflect the challenges they were facing in their relationship before they got married.

3. When was the album 'Temple of the Dog' released?

   The album 'Temple of the Dog' was released on April 16, 1991, through A&M Records.

4. Who were the members of Temple of the Dog?

   Temple of the Dog was composed of Chris Cornell, Stone Gossard, Jeff Ament, Mike McCready, Matt Cameron, and featured guest vocals by Eddie Vedder.

5. What was the significance of the name 'Temple of the Dog'?

   The name 'Temple of the Dog' was inspired by the lyrics of the Mother Love Bone song 'Man of Golden Words': 'Wanna show you something, like joy inside my heart. Seems I been living in the temple of the dog'.

6. What occasion led to the formation of Temple of the Dog?

   Temple of the Dog was formed as a tribute to Andrew Wood, the lead singer of Malfunkshun and Mother Love Bone, who died of a heroin overdose on March 19, 1990. Chris Cornell, a close friend and roommate of Wood, initiated the project.