I remember the first time I saw him. I was 14 years old. I saw the 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' video and instantly fell in love with him, even though I couldn't see his face. I just wanted to see his face so much. After weeks of finding out anything I could about Nirvana, I saw his face - and he had a face like an angel. I loved him. He was my platonic love.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker fell in love with Nirvana's image and later felt a platonic love for Cobain, seeing him as an angelic figure.
- In plain terms
- He adored Nirvana and idealized Cobain after seeing his face.
- What can you take from it?
- First impressions can create lasting, idealized affection.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we idolize artists?
- How does media shape our perception of musicians?
Another view
The description is highly romanticized and may not reflect Cobain's real personality.
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