Nirvana - Dumb

It's a bit difficult to find a song of this group where the lyrics don't convey hidden or sad meanings. But I choose this mp3, because it talks about Kurt Cobain 's feelings. Obviously, it's also creative and funny.

This is the original version, from "in utero". So read the activities first and listen carefully the song. Try to answer and compare.


1. Fill the blanks.

I'm not _______ them

but I can ________

The _________ is gone,

But I have a ________

The day is ________,

I'm having _________

I _______ I'm dumb

Or ________ just happy

Think I'm just happy

2. Choose the right alternative.

My __________(arm / heart) is broke

but I have some ________ (blues / glue)

_________ (Help / Let ) me inhale

and mend it ___________ (with / for) you.

We'll float around

and hang out on _________ (doubts / clouds)

then we'll ____________(come / bring) down

And have a hangover

Have a hangover

3. There is a wrong word in each line:

Escape the sun

Fell asleep

Wish that away

sun is cheap

Lesson taught

Wish me lack

Soothe burn

Wake me on




See you, Kurt Cobain. Who was the man who sold the world? Check your answers better.