"People think of life as being so sacred and they feel like this is their only chance and they have to do something with their life and make an impact As far as I'm concerned, it's just a pitstop for the afterlife. It's just a little test to see how you can handle reality."

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Source: Spin Magazine, January 1992.

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Kurt Cobain

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Kurt Cobain was the lead singer of Nirvana, known for his profound impact on the grunge music scene and his exploration of personal struggles.

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