A heroin addict knowing he's in too deep and his fate is sealed, sitting here singing the song of his life with three of his strongest believers playing by his side, all 4 clearly connected in the moment. Easily one of the most powerful performances you'll ever see in this lifetime, or any other

@rudafitness9870

Жыл бұрын

Eloquently put

@sagerdood

Жыл бұрын

Wow. I was thinking the same. He was hurting so badly.

@dagger-pg3sv

Жыл бұрын

... Well said. Tragic topic but beautiful song lyrically & musically ...

@ItsOnlyNiall

Жыл бұрын

beautifully put. kills me man..

@RileyAiC

Жыл бұрын

If that's how he felt on this unplugged show, imagine what he felt when his fiancee died a few months later... RIP Layne and Demri

the people that attended that concert are some of the luckiest individuals alive

@CynthiaB82

4 жыл бұрын

That would amazing if any one of those who attended commented on here and told us how the experience was for them.

@kryssme88

4 жыл бұрын

I agree man. It’s heartbreaking to know I will never see my favorite artist perform live.

@pdmsc40

4 жыл бұрын

I AGREE 💯

@deerslayer5727

4 жыл бұрын

@@murkyevening your right they were. .

@ABR11hour

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed, I would've killed to be able to see that performance live. They were immaculate!

I was a heroin addict for six years. This song hits deep for me. Homeless, a hooker, jail, the whole deal. I know the feeling of just wishing you could just be inside of someone else. I lived it every day for six years. Been clean 15 years now. I get it. Poor Layne.

@RadRedhead222

3 ай бұрын

I was one for 27 years, imagine what that does to a person. Gratefully I am now clean 6 1/2 years. Seeing Layne this way breaks my heart. I know that pain all too well. It's even sadder he couldn't find his way out.

@keithp.7874

3 ай бұрын

Great job getting set free from that life. I think we all deal with stuff on different levels. I can't grasp everything he is singing about addiction but I understand it from an outsider looking in. Ive had friends and family that were addicted.

@LUIS-iq5zi

3 ай бұрын

God bless 🙏

@kimberlyelliott7933

3 ай бұрын

🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

@kellyandaaron2005

3 ай бұрын

🙏❤

Don’t ask if we’re still here.. we never left

@TimothyDilley

Ай бұрын

Well said

@LynBugLover

Ай бұрын

And we're staying. How could we not?

@Ligmaballs24

Ай бұрын

Lol so true

@chadyoak1633

Ай бұрын

Same here brother

@kaiquesena19

Ай бұрын

Same here brother

You know the band is legendary when you prefer the unplugged session over the studio recordings

@ionkno1893

2 жыл бұрын

My go to 💯

@galilalexandro4392

2 жыл бұрын

FACTS Same with Nirvana and STP If only Soundgarden performed Unplugged

@smkxodnwbwkdns8369

2 жыл бұрын

You know you are gentrified and pedestrian when you prefer mellow acoustic to imaginative, powerful, and subversive rock.

@simoncepeda6462

2 жыл бұрын

For example Over Now studio record is better than the unplugged session. Some are better in studio.

@smkxodnwbwkdns8369

2 жыл бұрын

@@j.c7719 do you just use words without thinking about them? It’s not superior. Laynes voice had deteriorated by this point and the band is shambolic and sloppy.

Isn't its weird that Grunge bands had the best unplugged sessions

@jackdawson5490

4 жыл бұрын

They were the most rawly talented mainstream musicians at the time

@pgp_126_animesh_solanki4

4 жыл бұрын

Ikr

@vishalkafle9181

4 жыл бұрын

Its not weird it wow

@oasis6342

4 жыл бұрын

The weird thing is why they all died? Except Eddie he is alive. ;)

@chrisr3671

4 жыл бұрын

Not at all

Layne was legitimately singing his own eulogy here. One of the last times he was seen in public, let alone performed. RIP to arguably one of, if not, the greatest male vocalist to exist.

@stephanieknight9404

12 күн бұрын

Stephanie is and loves you still

@Scottiemsp-nv8be

12 күн бұрын

Layne was so good, God I miss him

Can we bring this back? This music? This feeling? This vibe. The world needs more of this.

@ElenaSB90

Ай бұрын

Такого уже не будет.

@ThtManKellz_999

Ай бұрын

I’d say it takes real pain and the strength to share it, but everyone hides their feelings nowadays

@christina12311979

Ай бұрын

I don't think that's possible. It was a special time in music.

@TMHoff-pi5ok

Ай бұрын

I don't think you'll ever find this amount of pain and feeling in music. The Seattle scene had a few. Chris Cornell, and the amazing chester Bennington is another incredible talent gone too soon. I'd b all 4 cloning musicians

@faulsname8869

Ай бұрын

The vibe is terrible wtf do you mean. An addict bemoaning his life doomed to addiction and suffering. Still RIP to Layne

The vocal harmony between Layne and Jerry is really out of this world

@misstikal35

4 жыл бұрын

It really was one of the true beauties in this world.

@deborahcooney9326

4 жыл бұрын

So otherworldly!

@victorsanhueza780

4 жыл бұрын

perfectly described.

@MegLeb2010

4 жыл бұрын

It’s incredible. Never heard anything like it before and don’t know that I ever will.

@ryano460

4 жыл бұрын

It is absolutely insane. Especially in this song, it is magnificent. The way they take each other over and add each other.. Wow!

Someone said this was the closest you'll get to seeing someone sing at their own funeral and I was like Damn

@michaelangelowasmid

Жыл бұрын

Same with Elvis's last show

@sherrysegura7913

Жыл бұрын

That slammed me. Such a deep statement that formed a mental picture that literally took my breath.

@degensanonymous

Жыл бұрын

Same with Kurt on the Nirvana session…

@brianhobbs4067

Жыл бұрын

Damn,,, Layne was the best !!!

@el34glo59

Жыл бұрын

@@degensanonymous Yeah, not with how Kurt looked, but how it was arranged. Layne looked like he was ready for the casket here. Dam shame he just couldn't get clean no matter what they did. He just wouldn't stop

The harmony between Layne and Jerry is so beautiful. The way that Jerry just smiles after the first chorus as he looks at Layne. You can tell Jerry knew how special those moments were. It almost feels like someone singing at their own funeral

Jerry treated him like a true friend should. Like family. Not because of money. He knew he was priceless! 😢

“One can save millions, but sometimes, millions can’t save one” RIP LEGEND

@treggorringe2970

2 жыл бұрын

@Sunsworn get off the cross, we need the wood...

@puppetmaster8551

2 жыл бұрын

Jerry should be mentioned too tho, it wasn’t just 1 when it came to their music, this is Jerry’s song and most of their most famous and relatable lyrics are written by him too. Both Jerry and Layne helped a lot of people but for some reason Layne always gets all the credit for it even if Jerry was writing the whole song and lyrics. Both of them were some of the best and most relatable lyricists ever. Sad that no amount of people or help was able to save Layne tho, he was past the point of wanting help, tragic story. Definitely a legend tho.

@ilan134

2 жыл бұрын

@Don't let assholes gaslight you :* the most true comment ever written !

@NatalieScanlon

2 жыл бұрын

💔😥😭😭😭😭 so well said.......

@MiddlePath33

2 жыл бұрын

This is the Christ phenomenon

He never lost it. No matter how high, how sick... The look on Jerry's face was pure respect and love for his troubled brother.

@braydonmitchell4683

3 жыл бұрын

This comment is pure only few even understand... addiction is not a joke depression is not a joke

@michaelbell765

3 жыл бұрын

amen

@longjohn84

3 жыл бұрын

yeah, he looks so wasted. It's a sad thing to watch, but somehow he pulls off those vocals like nothing ever happened

@jefftheschauer1

3 жыл бұрын

Jerry knew

@valoyossa83

3 жыл бұрын

That’s damn true my friend

The way Layne and Jerry harmonize "fly" together just gives me goosebumps.🤘🏻

@mikeleschber33

Ай бұрын

Never any better.............

The best MTV unplugged performance of all time!!!

@mikeleschber33

Ай бұрын

no doubt......best ever!

@rez11

Ай бұрын

Agreed, the only one that comes close imo is Pearl Jam's

@toni-ko6zz

Ай бұрын

@@rez11and Nirvanas

@brettmitchell4056

14 күн бұрын

Agreed. Alanis Morissette's Unplugged was awesome also. I think her songs sound better unplugged than the originals.

@AshleyStern-wq5dl

8 күн бұрын

This unplugged is amazing but I like Nirvana’s better personally.

Layne and Jerry's vocals harmonising together is just incredible.

@jammiiee

5 жыл бұрын

Honestly phenomenal!

@cmccarthy

5 жыл бұрын

Everything about this performance is just lightning in a bottle. I'm thankful it was filmed for future generations to enjoy.

@ricknesar1627

5 жыл бұрын

totally agree spot on!

@clemenza24

5 жыл бұрын

Shame they will never be the band they once were with Layne Staley

@BookieBrewster

5 жыл бұрын

Their voices together are my favorite so good

Layne and Jerry were just meant to be together. I've never heard two voices merge so beautifully and effortlessly.

@dobryden22

2 жыл бұрын

totally aye. Def having a A.I.C resurgence here.

@wouldbfarmer2227

2 жыл бұрын

100%

@SupremeSupport

2 жыл бұрын

Eagles had probably the best harmony as a band, they all sang and did it so well together, even though they didn't get along. Other than that, I agree

@wouldbfarmer2227

2 жыл бұрын

Harmony? Voices? Way back... Beach Boys, before that, The Everly Brothers.

@BRUM5

2 жыл бұрын

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING 😉

Laynes voice is so haunting in this .. there is a deep suffering in the tone , so much raw emotion and feeling , it's like a hes whaling.. crying out for help .. by far the best mtv unplugged session ever.. R.I.P layne legend's never die

One of the most unique singers of all time man 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

25 years of this show. One of the greatest unplugged performance of all time.

@mentzerdeoculos

2 жыл бұрын

The best in my opinion

@ash80510

2 жыл бұрын

Only thing that rivals it is Nirvana.

@MiceliCreations

2 жыл бұрын

@@ash80510 Two great great MTV unplugged performances.

@ash80510

2 жыл бұрын

@@MiceliCreations yup no words really. I own both on vinyl and jamming out to both is my favorite thing to do

@jameswaddell9219

2 жыл бұрын

The best in my opinion. The emotion and sheer desperation of Layne makes this the most guineue performance ever...RIP

Can we also talk about how incredible that acoustic bass sounds here

@Oneanddone14

3 жыл бұрын

Thinking the same thing.....

@agustinaquiroga4540

3 жыл бұрын

Es es Ñi8yp los lmmbh. .nbx,zb. Te amo y si 💕😘💕 otra opción 😘

@Mark-db1ok

3 жыл бұрын

Yes we can talk about that! It cuts through the mix so well without overpowering.

@Sleepbasics61

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like he has an envelope filter or some effect sounds killer!

@cwatson42785

3 жыл бұрын

@@agustinaquiroga4540 Si mon a mi

No autotune, just pure singing, pure emotion, pure magic, AIC

@SS-gx7tg

22 сағат бұрын

And without a doubt, by miles and miles and miles, the absolute finest unplugged drum performance of all time, hands down. Layne and Jerry get tons of praise for their talents (and rightfully so) but Sean is seriously one of the greatest rock drummers to ever sit behind a kit, him and Jimmy Chamberlain (Smashing Pumpkins) undeniably took their respective bands to the next level with creative in-the-pocket drumming that really glued these timeless songs together and served as the perfect backbone. Not to be negative or pit people against one another, but check out the Stone Temple Pilots unplugged performance ce for an example of a drummer who just doesn't get it... he's the complete opposite, the drum iq between that guy and Sean is lightyears (I dig STP, I just think they would've been so much stronger had their drummer had the same talents as the other 3), It's surreal how much talent was involved in the alchemy of that amazing AiC sound.. songs like Angry Chair and Junkhead completely transport me to another reality every time I hear them.. a true sign of artistic excellence

i’m just so grateful that they were able to give us this concert

The bass throughout this whole set is unbelievable

@dobryden22

2 жыл бұрын

every instrument i reckon. including all the vocals. drummer is great too

@whiskersnbeans

2 жыл бұрын

Mike Inez is fantastic, and there's just something about an acoustic bass.

@char3311

2 жыл бұрын

And he got kicked out of Ozzy(?) because he partied too much........and Ozzy took their drummer....i think

@MW7MWZ

2 жыл бұрын

Fuck yeah

@wplants9793

2 жыл бұрын

Drums too

This guy is dying and half dead and he still has that voice, it's unreal.

@Imdone13Gaming

4 жыл бұрын

Ken W Either way the drugs were hitting him in ‘96 by this concert he had already lost his top teeth. By ‘98 during his final sessions with AiC he’s slimmed down so much weight and lost the rest of his teeth. Basically looking like an old man in ‘98 god knows how bad he looked in 2002 before he passed.

@portgasd.bassii8952

4 жыл бұрын

@@Imdone13Gaming I know right he looked like granpa btw I thought he suffered from cancer

@muhammedautobahn214

4 жыл бұрын

Allegedly around 70 lbs at death. Over 6 feet tall

@spoonman8828

4 жыл бұрын

Ken W in 2001

@Goose-fc3yp

4 жыл бұрын

@@spoonman8828 02

About to use this video on a course in Jazz/Pop where the teacher said Grunge had no melodies or guitar proficiency.

@BatMan-cf7qw

4 күн бұрын

That person is flat ignorant do the honor of educating them with this wonderful display of Jerry’s versatility

It's literally the soundtrack of my youth. This album and Nirvana unplugged I would play over and over. And over. It's not one bad song. As a young teenager in the 90's the pain in their voice summaried how I was feeling. I struggled with opiate addiction, and these 2 helped me through. I just wish they were still with us R.I.P. It seems all my favorite bands either overdosed or commit suicide. I miss them so much. It gets better. If no one has told you I give a shit about you. I do. I'm still struggling with my own demons. Growing up, I lived my life knowing I wouldn't live past 30 years. Now he I am 45 still going. Can't say I'm genuinely happy, but it's better then being dead. Stay strong. And everyone. EVERYONE CAN CHANGE. Have a good night, my brothers.

@joshcobb8463

Ай бұрын

Thank u. That was awesome to hear. I love u too

@sameggleston6692

11 күн бұрын

Thank you

Something went wrong in this world when mtv teen mom became more important than aic, pj, and nirvana unplugged

@mikey_suzefour

5 жыл бұрын

Illuminati did it again by destroying MTV and turning it into a reality-based douchebag channel...@Tilidin Berlinov

@davidnance6594

5 жыл бұрын

Tilidin Berlinov Jiffy Lube MTV lost its respect a long time ago they used to be good and it would play great music especially unplugged but now there's not even a thought to go to MTV it sucks

@rw3332

5 жыл бұрын

Its called the FCC

@xolli5450

5 жыл бұрын

They don’t even have beavis and butthead on anymore :(

@axelaxel7118

5 жыл бұрын

Eaverything went to the cock today, that's Howe we sad it in my country

How on gods earth did MTV go from putting on masterpiece shows like this to being taken over by Jersey Fucking Shore?

@BudderB0y2222

3 жыл бұрын

Because cheap reality TV was at its peak in the early 2000s and companies like MTV and The History Channel realized it was much cheaper/easier to produce than big budget music videos/guest appearances

@justinmurray7039

3 жыл бұрын

Ridiculousness*

@Mike-ul7of

3 жыл бұрын

People got way dumber

@JeepersCreepers12

3 жыл бұрын

@@justinmurray7039 I caught ridiculousness the other day, I always figured MTV would get worse but damn.

@davidjosueflores7908

3 жыл бұрын

bro the grundge is dead, enjoy for you

The first verse is soooo powerful, Layne knew. Jerry and Layne's harmony is just transcendent.

This is beyond heartbreaking

Cantrell has an amazing way with words and music. This song was originally written by Jerry after the end of his 7-year relationship and the helplessness he felt at the time. But when sung by Layne it transcends its original intent to mirror Layne's own struggles with addiction. This song is a masterpiece.

@jakekology1756

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, this song transcends directly to Layne's struggle, jerry's head shake after the first chorus proves that. with a huge smile on his face, he knows this song portays pain. And who better to sing this song with conviction, than Mr Layne Staley, who seems choked up with the lyrics. Brings on a totally new feel that this song has nothing to do with Jerry's past relationships, but laynes everyday struggle.

@RichM0410

5 жыл бұрын

Jake Kology well spoken my friend.

@roxannemoser

5 жыл бұрын

Layne gave up after Demri died. Even though she had already broke up with him, he paid for her heart surgery. She continued to use, and died. He was heartbroken and I really believe he died when she died.

@savagesavant4964

5 жыл бұрын

Goddamn right its a masterpiece.

@rage.against.the.regime1913

5 жыл бұрын

Indeed. I always find myself reminiscing of simpler times listening to this. It's like the scent of something that instantly takes you back to a particular place. Damn, if only Lane was here to finish living his dreams.

Layne wanted Jerry to sing this because it was Jerry's song and he felt like he should. That's why they switched vocal positions in the last verse, and Layne stops singing. Layne wanted him to have some spotlight. Layne loved Jerry's voice.

@turbohc

4 жыл бұрын

And Jerry loved Laynes voice 2:15

@antoniadias5509

4 жыл бұрын

the best part of the whole video is where Layne stops singing for a moment and gives Jerry this small proud smile

@TheSamuraiApocalypse

4 жыл бұрын

I noticed that as well and thought it was incredibly touching.

@cyrellegaspi8183

4 жыл бұрын

Layne said in the interview once that jerry is one of the coolest person he ever met

@vanessajohnson6660

4 жыл бұрын

They both have such awesome voices when put together or separate it's like magic to me and something that is not easily replicated. I am glad that Jerry did sing quite a bit with Layne anyway because a lot of the music really after Layne's passing still sounds just like Alice in Chains because of Jerry Cantrell

Man I wish they did acoustic performances like this in Layne’s healthy prime. Even as strung out as he was and appears to be missing a bunch of teeth, his voice still hits me like it always did. Truly heart breaking that nobody could help him. As an ex-addict myself, I can understand exactly the hole that he was in. RIP Layne, you’ll never be forgotten!

@margaretwebb389

2 ай бұрын

With the money he had, implants would have been a viable option. Herion/Depression got his soul!! Alas

@yourdaddy6030

25 күн бұрын

​@@margaretwebb389 for sure. But take it from someone who's been strung out on heroin, I'm sure that was last thing Layne was concerned about at the time.

Whoever came up with the idea to put down in a hole in the setlist , I just want you to know that you did humanity a great service

I don’t EVER comment on things, but this particular video is so special to me. When I was a little girl, my mom raised me on 90’s “grunge”. I have so many special memories of Saturday mornings at home, windows open, with Alice In Chains blaring as my parents cleaned the house. Life took an ugly turn not too long after that. When I was young adult, my mom and I became extremely close. She was my absolute best friend in the world. I lost her to cancer in the summer of 2017. Now that I’m around the age she was when she listened to this music, it hits me on such a different level. I became obsessed with Layne and started researching his entire life and career. I can now understand. I feel the same pain and drive that she did through his voice, over 20 years later. It makes me feel like she’s still here... telling me she understands and it’s okay. So grateful for AIC, and this live session.

@tombstone1841

3 жыл бұрын

If you haven't already done so, pick up a copy of David DeSola's book, "AiC, The Untold Story", it's a very good read and follows Laynes life well. Sorry for your loss, the pain you're feeling is the love you have shining through. God bless.

@Mxulin

3 жыл бұрын

wish you best of luck megan

@bdizzzzy

3 жыл бұрын

Powerful ♥️

@Gladrywall

3 жыл бұрын

You're beautiful, bless your life🤘🏼💘

@katestarley4081

3 жыл бұрын

my heart goes out to you Megan. I understand exactly what you mean by the song making you feel connected to your Mum. I lost my best friend Jenny in April 2018 and I remember she put this song on a mixed CD for me back in the late 90's.. now when i listen I understand her connection to this song and I feel close to her. Obviously your Mum and my BFF had the best taste in music :-)

“Perfection” is the only word to describe the performance of this song.

@gastonpatel4526

3 жыл бұрын

What a struggle it must have been

@canalleozinhodasruas3846

3 жыл бұрын

Não nego 😳😳

@canalleozinhodasruas3846

3 жыл бұрын

Muito bom mesmo grande amigo

@canalleozinhodasruas3846

3 жыл бұрын

Você já viu o canal Calango?

@canalleozinhodasruas3846

3 жыл бұрын

É muito parecido com o Layne

it breaks my heart to see this performance. this was his last, and he was indeed down in a whole. RIP Layney

When MTV was music TV...

One of the best live performances in history...hands down.

@dontlookmeinmyeyeswhenudan5241

5 жыл бұрын

Rob G this & nirvana were the best unplugged

@robg915

5 жыл бұрын

@@dontlookmeinmyeyeswhenudan5241 agreed 1000%

@dontlookmeinmyeyeswhenudan5241

5 жыл бұрын

Andrew H easily in the top 3, I always wanted his rocking chair haha

@tranmer32

5 жыл бұрын

This was amazing! Also, check out Pearl Jam - Black and Jeremy. Hard to top those performances!

@StarreLabell

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, agree.

That haunting voice; one of the most unique voices able to convey darkness, depression, despair, torment. Heartbreaking.

@happydude2163

7 ай бұрын

So true. It's so rare to see that honest tortured soul tone come through.. Jonathan Davies of Korn (early Korn) had it, the guys in Dark New Day captured it briefly with the song Brother I think, Anathema have done it in multiple songs, and it comes through in Antimatter's stuff too. Grabs you by the heart every time.

@briantillman2812

7 ай бұрын

Great comment, agree completely

@eliamefontana9560

7 ай бұрын

I feel the same

@UncleTren

6 ай бұрын

It’s the drugs, everything else is a bi-product of the addiction.

@anexpertateverything4816

6 ай бұрын

Jerry’s voice is so damn good. The lines he sings are so under appreciated. He could have been a singer in a lot of great bands on his own.

I'm so thankful that this unplugged happened

This song hit me hard when I was a freshman in high school in 92. I felt every word. I felt alone and lost. 30+ years later I still feel every word. Thank you AnC for helping me through hard times. RIP Layne.

@margaretwebb389

2 ай бұрын

Awesome that you feel and relate! Blessings

The unfortunate reality of this brilliant song is the pain someone has to be dealing with to make such a masterpiece.

@dnbjedi

2 жыл бұрын

The Truth hurts.. Well said anon

@patientmental875

2 жыл бұрын

Not really, could just of well just been an idea

@elidiaquezada7317

2 жыл бұрын

i couldnt agree more

@kennyhunter23

2 жыл бұрын

So fucking true

@jonathonmacon2269

2 жыл бұрын

You're absolutely right about what you just said!!!!

Keep in mind they hadn’t played together live for two years or something and they managed to put on one of the most memorable performances ever.

@DancePartyBlammo

Жыл бұрын

yes but they also had to stop and restart certain songs a couple times. this being one of them still great regardless

@jayde-mariesimpson4555

Жыл бұрын

two they said that layne was very self concious of his teeth, and other things and thought the first edit made him look bad so they edit more … so who knows what was truly the best vocal performance out of them .

@DancePartyBlammo

Жыл бұрын

@@jayde-mariesimpson4555 if you listen to his bandmates talk about this performance they talk about constantly having to restart songs because Layne didn't remember the words. theres also a rumor he had a throw up bucket next to him because he was so sick from addiction at this point

@deejay7060

Жыл бұрын

@@DancePartyBlammosupposedly he was sick from withdrawals before the show, and someone ran out and scored some heroin for him.

@daveritz18

Жыл бұрын

@@DancePartyBlammo Jerry had the bucket, possibly because of acute food poisoning

Hands down the BEST MTV unplugged of alltime

"Down in a hole and they put all the stones in their place. Ive eaten the sun so my tongue has been burned of the taste." Love these lyrics. Love the whole song really.

No one talks about the incredible camera work here. The way the camera goes in and out of focus when Layne and jerry are singing just shows the emotions and when Layne belts out that first down in a hole the way the camera zooms in on him just adds another haunting vibe to this whole performance. Great work by MTV . God how did we go from this to practically brain dead content

@bwclark7758

8 ай бұрын

it was the last of the best..

@NicRidic

8 ай бұрын

. Somewhere out there another cut/edit of the session exist.(Though it will probably never see the light of day ) Two weeks following the show, the band was sent a first cut to review and Layne wasn’t happy. He got producer, Toby Wright to watch the unplugged set from start to finish. Layne thought MTV had edited the whole performance in the worst possible light to make Layne look bad, Coletti would take the notes back from Alice in Chains and re-edit the performance and finally get Layne’s approval.

@kelvinsioux

8 ай бұрын

Well we have NPR Tiny Desk series

@user-qj4ps2pw9q

8 ай бұрын

Originally its said that MTV had tried to edit it to paint Layne in a bad light but the band and Layne specifically wouldnt sign off on it till it was fixed...took a couple months too..

@leadingbelly

8 ай бұрын

Yeah, nobody talks about.. euh... things. You know... things.

How effortless Layne’s voice is. But he and Jerry together here is pure heaven. Both are amazing

@scottyprince4826

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. There voices were made to go together. And lanes growly voice is one in a million 🤟🎶🎶🎶🎶

@peytonnicole1075

2 жыл бұрын

They fit perfectly

@lostlittleme2959

2 жыл бұрын

Agree....its so hauntingly beutiful in its entire melancholy madness...

@ChildOGod3

2 жыл бұрын

You took the words out of my mouth. Looks Effortless.

@jlyn2893

2 жыл бұрын

I think that's what has always made AIC stand out to me when compared to their contemporaries, the harmonization between Layne and Jerry. Their voices were so different from one another, yet they always sounded amazing together.

That Jerry's smile saves me in hardest moments... Love it so much.

Layne was the voice of Alice In Chains. It was a monumental loss when he left us so early.

Layne died 19 years ago today; he was dying here and not only did he give one of the best performances of all time, he still gave a better performance than anybody today. RIP Layne you were one of the greatest singers to ever live, we miss you.

@susanvickery357

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this. He's one of the best vocalist that we've ever had the privilege of in our lives. Been listening to this same show 20 years, never get enuf. I remember the fear I had watching it on MTV, I jumped up towards the tv a couple of times like I thought I could catch him, told my husband that night I hoped Layne could get better. So damn tragic. Idk if he really knew his true gift, so shy, by the way, by the way. Forever turning 28 next week...

@dangosselin88

3 жыл бұрын

@@susanvickery357 congrats thanks for the story ❤️

@jeffreybeshears8211

3 жыл бұрын

I hope he found peace. Rest brother. Thanks for the empathy and understanding. Connecting with a person you never knew feels comforting.

@wreckofthehesperas8323

3 жыл бұрын

The losses of incredible souls have been like emotional daggers to the 💔heart. Agonizing losing Layne. An exquisite talent, deeply missed.

@0iceman092

3 жыл бұрын

@@demetriaalves9607 6

See what life is like. A man on the verge of death, singing a song that exposed everything he felt at that moment, making dozens of people happy around him. Be at peace, Layne.

@masalayoga668

3 жыл бұрын

Damn right

@S.D.M022

3 жыл бұрын

He had a voice of an angel. I pray his death finally brought him peace.

@esiosalazar

3 жыл бұрын

@poop face so?

@jaredfischer3151

3 жыл бұрын

@poop face whether or not Layne wrote the song is irrelevant. In 1996, Layne already knew his path was set in stone (no pun intended). You listen to this song, and most AIC songs for that matter, for the same reason the rest of us do. Laynes voice is definitely a part of that, but the lyrics are what hit home, I.e. many can relate in their own way. Esio is 100% correct. For Layne to get up on stage and sing this song at this point in time is the epitome of relatability. You can hear it in his voice, and it isn’t just due to his deterioration and lack of teeth. CANTRELL is a great writer and I do agree that we need to give him credit as he was the other half of AIC. RIP Layne

@jaredfischer3151

3 жыл бұрын

@poop face I agree. I remember reading an interview where he said he used to have kids come up to him and tell them how high they were, thinking he would be impressed or something. Obviously that’s not what he wanted. For the record, Layne wrote quite a bit himself, though Jerry is responsible for many of their hits. Pretty much the last half of Dirt is Layne. Tooth loss, especially due to drug addiction, is a gradual process. He still had some teeth in ‘96, but he was clearly on the decline was my point. The irony is apparent and very sad.

One of the most haunting voices in rock and roll history.

Bass tone is wild

This song kept playing in my head when I was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer in June of 2018. With complete faith in my medical team, God, and his will for me, I have been in remission since October of last year.

@nicolapole9491

3 жыл бұрын

Tom Mason I’m so glad to hear you got through it, and I’m wishing you all the best. Amazing taste, btw!

@tmanmatt213

3 жыл бұрын

Stay in good health ! praying for you brotha

@jeffreybeshears8211

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck my friend. They diagnosed me with mgus. Then 2 docs thought mm. I felt like I was on borrowed time and scared shitless but when this covid shit hit and I lost two much younger friends, one to liver cancer and one during pregnancy then it put things into perspective. For some reason I felt like I've been on deathwatch waiting for the other hammer to fall and I just grew tired of it. I don't know if there is a God or not but spending time with my 3 yr old makes me feel like there's something to all this spiritual maybe not religious. Peace to you brother. Ramblings of a guy turning 50 soon...maybe.

@MrTommason1968

3 жыл бұрын

@@nicolapole9491 thank you, we must never give up, life is too good!

@MrTommason1968

3 жыл бұрын

@@tmanmatt213 Thank you brother!

That nod of approval from Jerry at 2:16 is everything! It's almost like you can see him giving the band this look of "see, I told you he was gonna kill it!" RIP Layne 🙏🙏

@joeblow1416

6 ай бұрын

Greatest live performance in the history of music.

@910rick

6 ай бұрын

I also see it as him having a glimmer of hope his friend could be saved .

@ductslayer6294

6 ай бұрын

Feelin it to this day brothers and sisters

@nuramo

6 ай бұрын

@@910rick Sad but true.

@ricktucher1593

6 ай бұрын

And Layne delivered

His hopelessness was so apparent when he would sing. Bittersweet. Music was the only thing that set him free. 💔

What a time to be alive. RIP Layne

15 years ago i thought my funeral was coming soon. I have a wife and two kids now and this song takes me back and makes me so grateful i survived. Friends dont let friends do heroin.

@ingridnaraine3910

4 ай бұрын

Not even once

@ingridnaraine3910

4 ай бұрын

What are you talking about? I don't understand what you are saying. I am not a drug addiction. But just common sense tells you that once you try a drug you will get hooked. I just like rock music especially Alice in Chains. I am not an addict just a lover of good music

@colemarshall5366

4 ай бұрын

Exactly. I had years of hatred for my whole family, I just wanted to be left alone to do heroin but they never gave up and dragged me out of my heroin addiction after many, many failures. I ve been clean nearly 30 years now and i still owe each of them a debt i can never fully repay but even now, each day clean , chips a bit off.

@romariosalas2649

4 ай бұрын

@@ingridnaraine3910 he most likely intended to reply to the original comment and just replied to yours by mistake

@southerngraceglamour

4 ай бұрын

So glad you are okay ♥️

For anyone that says grunge was just a fad and overrated… Well if you don’t recognize this as raw talent and stunningly beautiful, you have no musical heart.

@swordfan1330

Жыл бұрын

I wish I would have been mature enough to enjoy it when it came out, but I was too focused on being into "kvlt" and "brutal" music and thought this was "wussy." Ears weren't old enough yet.

@rustyshackleford3320

Жыл бұрын

Well I have heart

@faronsquare4911

Жыл бұрын

AMEN!!👊👍🎶🎤

@mr.mojorisin2321

Жыл бұрын

AIC was more metal. The other bands of their era would not have survived a very long time

@khb6686

Жыл бұрын

@@mr.mojorisin2321 Metal? You definitely don’t understand music genres. Aic is not metal. All grunge and barely alternative but definitely not metal. Especially from a guy calling himself Mr Mojo Risin.,how would classify the doors?

Saw this live... awesome... what a talent.

This man was very sick and very tired, but he still knew he must sing this song to the heavens and top notch capabilities because of a valuable friendship... .... Hats off Layne, beautiful flawless performance 👌.. Top drawer.... Thank you AIC for the very valuable session and very valuable memory... Just beautiful...

Jerry's nod of approval when Layne hits those notes still brings tears to eyes.

@maxpowers1321

4 жыл бұрын

this!

@rosesebastian1472

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!!!!

@aspjake123

4 жыл бұрын

He sang the wrong line

@bobspence5322

4 жыл бұрын

@@aspjake123 he did twice yes. it had been a very long time.

@samod7550

4 жыл бұрын

You can see on Jerry's face at that moment like "yeah, Laynes still got it"

There will never be another Layne Staley. Not to take anything away from guys like Cobain and Cornell, but there's just something about Layne's voice that grabs you and doesn't let go. RIP to a legend.

@malloryarroy9887

2 жыл бұрын

Yesssss he is/was my fav. 🥰

@prestonholmes5893

2 жыл бұрын

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@millardfilmore1403

2 жыл бұрын

To be fair you can say the same about both Cornell and Kurt but I agree not like with layne. Ahhhh he was so beautiful

@michoo781

2 жыл бұрын

Amen bro

@Sethbot-sv1gk

2 жыл бұрын

I love kurt cobain but vocal wise layne was just something amazing

My dad just passed yesterday - "I'd like to fly, but my wings have been so denied" Even 12 years after addiction, this takes on a whole new meaning. In my later years, Ive said thats getting older. You hear your music differently....

Layne was one in a million. Sure wish he could’ve beat his demons. Never be another voice like his!

In my opinion Alice in Chains and Nirvana unplugged were 2 of the greatest recordings ever.

@roscelsavery

3 жыл бұрын

Pearl Jam too

@zzzzzz6580

3 жыл бұрын

@@roscelsavery agree

@wesunderwood8443

3 жыл бұрын

Add Pearl Jam and you have arguably the best #1,2,&3 of all time!

@candicekane2866

3 жыл бұрын

Stp

@arnoldfernandes7015

3 жыл бұрын

And this is just yr opinion right ?

"I'd like to fly.. but my wings have been so denied" - I feel that in my bones.

@ChristianMan-yr6bj

Жыл бұрын

Simple music can make you sing, a simple hug can make you feel, better, simple things can make you happy, I hope my simple hello will put a smile on your face..😊 Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you're a fan ? Have a great day.. Stay Safe 🙏

@briankupchik3355

Жыл бұрын

A hug to you and I hope this song hits you deep like it does to all of us - amazing things happen in this world all the time. This is one of them, you found it and there's a whole lot more. Keep looking!

@malcolmtaylor7567

Жыл бұрын

Fuck yes!! Same

@jguitar151

Жыл бұрын

Oh wow I always thought it was “my wings are BENT so denied”. Learned something new today. I thought he was saying he’s physically broken so he can’t live the life he wants.

@plantmandanny

10 ай бұрын

All these years, I always thought it was, “but my wings have been sold, and I”. What a song either way. Hope you are well.

4:40 Layne holding his voice while Jerry sing is literally beautiful

Goodness! I'm stunned at the power and depth of this music. Listening to AIC is one of the best finds - a revelation.

Being a ex hairon addict this song freaking hit home for me I'll be sober for two years February 19th 💪💜🤘

@averagewhiteguy8648

2 жыл бұрын

15 years clean. You really can do it. May God continue to bless you

@xoch1717

2 жыл бұрын

I’m proud of you💛 take care :)

@Dirtydiaperheresy

2 жыл бұрын

7 years. you got this. i love you

@bojackhorseman3224

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats, stay strong!

@Boarder7987

2 жыл бұрын

You’re amazing!

There's people in this world who will watch this, and get nothing out of it at all. And that, is the greatest tragedy of all.

@timfitzgerald9526

4 жыл бұрын

Perfectly said, they have never struggled so hard words couldn’t explain.

@bonjoni2402

4 жыл бұрын

I came across this song a couple months ago on KZread and that is how I discovered this band. The only song by AiC I recall knowing was Your Decision. But this - Blown. Away.

@jamesWilliams-pg4ye

4 жыл бұрын

@@bonjoni2402 same here, I was blown away. Literally one of my favourite songs.

@hunterjohnson3784

4 жыл бұрын

Bon Joni listen to love hate love, sea of sorrow and junkhead, and died and get born again if you have time lol

@Pingaheimer

4 жыл бұрын

@@hunterjohnson3784 Get born again has some incredible harmonies. Love that track.

One of the absolute best of the Unplugged series... and one of the best rock vocalists of all time.

You can see Jerry keeping his eye on Layne during this performance (i.e at 2:53). He was constantly watching out for him. 😔

2:16 that smile there, i read in an interview that the band actually had a fight weather or not Layne could pull the show off. Jerry was the only one who was certain he could, so when he hit that high note he gives a "told you so" to the rest of the guys. unreal man, the dudes pretty much dead, and the drugs have sucked all the life out of him, and he still managed to project as much emotion into this. music is incredible.

@tumadre5000

4 жыл бұрын

It was a perfect performance!

@DanielPark-qz5pj

4 жыл бұрын

Dude this was in 1996..he died in 2002..he had plenty of years left..u don't know shit

@yesssiryt9360

4 жыл бұрын

I love the unplugged aic put on the best unplugged ever very soothing from beginning to end this version of down in a hole is the best aic rocks I'm happy they are still together I miss Layne and his amazing voice his song writing his message he sent with his music he is missed by countless people and will always be remembered. back to aic today they are carrying on with the new singer he is a good musician I like him hes not trying to be layne or anything hes being himself helping keep aic to keep playing music the band made a good Choice with hiring William. Jerry said in a interview that aic is a 2 pilot aircraft and always has been. I like that very dedicated. RIP Layne you will rock on in the hearts of everyone and the future fans that will love your music and will touch the hearts of countless people to come

@DanielPark-qz5pj

4 жыл бұрын

I seriously believe he had HIV..

@serenam4476

4 жыл бұрын

I was looking through the comments to see if anyone else noticed that..Love it.

Bury me softly in this womb I give this part of me for you Sand rains down and here I sit Holding rare flowers In a tomb, in bloom Down in a hole and I don't know if I can be saved See my heart I decorate it like a grave You don't understand who they thought I was supposed to be Look at me now a man Who won't let himself be Down in a hole, losin' my soul Down in a hole, losin' control I'd like to fly, but my wings have been so denied Down in a hole and they've put all the stones in their place I've eaten the sun so my tongue Has been burned of the taste I have been guilty of kicking myself in the teeth I will speak no more of my feelings beneath Down in a hole, losin my soul Down in a hole, losin' control I'd like to fly but my wings have been so denied Bury me softly in this womb Oh I want to be inside of you I give this part of me for you Oh I want to be inside of you Sand rains down and here I sit Holding rare flowers in a tomb (oh I want to be inside of you) Oh I want to be inside Down in a hole, losin my soul Down in a hole, feelin so small Down in a hole, losin my soul Down in a hole, outta control I'd like to fly but my wings have been so denied the best to do it, r.i.p Layne

@mattearp602

2 жыл бұрын

Jerry Cantrell actually wrote this one. Layne couldn't have done it better though.

@michaelblakley845

2 жыл бұрын

@@mattearp602 he said best to do it, didnt say he wrote it lol

Probably the best live performance ever.😊

@I2YAN_E_BASHAM

2 ай бұрын

One of the best live performances ever seen live, I'd say.

@robertdixon286

2 ай бұрын

True

@albo6106

2 ай бұрын

Edet mio che l’e’ pio’ de la’ che de che Bambo!!!

Even though he was suffering, he still gave it everything he had. He finds it too real and painful to sing, and can’t bring himself to look up, he is really baring his soul here. Rip Layne.

Jerry is a genius. And a pretty darn good singer. He gets credit for writing and riffing, but his vocals are on point too. Maybe the most underrated musician of the '90s.

@noneyabusiness1302

2 жыл бұрын

Have you seen Jerry's solo shows? The man is a musical gift to us. 💖Jerry😎💖

@fraffi7060

2 жыл бұрын

Totalmente de acuerdo

@Diana-wx8iq

2 жыл бұрын

M,

@chadlerch73

2 жыл бұрын

@@noneyabusiness1302 If he comes anywhere near my town, I'll definitely check him out. His new solo, Atone is incredible.

@michaelstevens9256

Жыл бұрын

I remember seeing him open for Metallica in the Meadowlands and he was fall down drunk and swearing like a sailor at the audience.

It's 2024 and it's still a masterpiece! It never goes out of style

@shawn2789

5 ай бұрын

3 days later and it's still true.

@marionapoleoni4502

5 ай бұрын

4

@alyonadarskaja

5 ай бұрын

5

@whogivesaflyingfock5401

5 ай бұрын

6

@imhere5629

5 ай бұрын

7

When Layne only sings all I wanna be inside 😢it duets so perfectly with Jerry singing how it's supposed to go,you are so missed layne

Best umplugged ever listen in my life

Jerry Cantrell harmonizes with Laynes in such a unique way. They complement each other so well, yet together they have such a powerful, somber, and eerie melody. The sheer odds of them both forming a band and being so perfect for each other are astronomical. That's why I feel so blessed to have grown up with AIC.

@KatharineOConnor

Жыл бұрын

This version of Down in a Hole is better than the album version. Their harmonies are soul crushing. No one will ever be able to sing like Layne.

@leonardoalmeidadossantos6432

Жыл бұрын

Layne is the soul of AIC and Jerry is the body that's my definition of AIC.

@DzoniMakaroni

Жыл бұрын

This truly was the moment in history where Layne became Heisenberg. Bravo Vince.

@johnm.5913

Жыл бұрын

Harmony is Everything

@corpr8dystopia778

Жыл бұрын

it's masterful. you can see Layne truly enjoying Jerry's singing. this is stuff of the rock gods. it gets me.

It's 2023 and it's still a masterpiece! It never goes out of style

@BrandonGavin_EDC

9 ай бұрын

💯

@Phaserdeath

9 ай бұрын

Fr bro i listen to this song damn near everyday. I lost two friends last year to H ODs.

@BrandonGavin_EDC

9 ай бұрын

@@Phaserdeath not even really H anymore. It’s hard to find real H now. It’s all fentynal powder.

@eugeniamayda3146

9 ай бұрын

así es

@marioflores-dh4xp

9 ай бұрын

presente siempre present forever

No one could sing this like Layne. Even though Jerry wrote it, it's like every bit of Laynes life is pouring out in this performance. A masterpiece.

This single performance is a fucking master piece

I feel like this one is better than the recorded version

@dyl_7430

4 жыл бұрын

well thats bc it is

@zackjacobson1987

4 жыл бұрын

@@dyl_7430 you helped the performance too I believe

@dyl_7430

4 жыл бұрын

@Zack Jacobson indeed

@bdizzzzy

4 жыл бұрын

Legend

@abbysoyak9770

4 жыл бұрын

AIC is my favorite band!! I was lucky enough to be in the audience with my great friend Monica for this once in a lifetime opportunity!! RIP Layne

This era is unmatched, everything seemed to be better back then. Music, movies, people, everything.

@happyendy

7 ай бұрын

This was Pop music in good days.

@user-tm7hw1hs7z

7 ай бұрын

This was real life.

@MrNova1969

7 ай бұрын

It was

@jasonforsythe7706

7 ай бұрын

Unmatched music

@chadallen8450

7 ай бұрын

This was my teenage to early 20s era. Everything was definitely better back then. EVERYTHING !!

Seems like Jerry is keeping an eye on Layne like an older brother to make sure he gets through each song. The love and respect between them is inspiring.

@jackweaver4564

Ай бұрын

You have a keen eye. Jerry loved him like a brother. So long ago, but like yesterday.

@richmondstevenj

Ай бұрын

@@jackweaver4564 I saw AIC in Spokane a couple months ago. Great show, but I miss Layne.

played the full dirt album every day for two years back in the day....still timeless ,

Once a wise man said, "when you're happy you enjoy the melody but, when you're broken you understand the lyrics." 💔💔💔❣️

@davehall8454

9 ай бұрын

Wow

@rotunda_

9 ай бұрын

On science 😬 (i'm not atheist i swear)

@lindamarie1696

8 ай бұрын

Yes Bro SO TRUE, now more than then. Fo Sho

@SuperSerota

8 ай бұрын

That is spot on!

@uniguanachehascopertoyoutu3314

8 ай бұрын

Bruh I got broken when last Night I was depressed and listened to the lyrics of vicinity of obscenity by soad

Layne and Jerry harmonizing the Chorus is heaven

@eva9092

3 жыл бұрын

They are both incredibly talented. Jerry is singing so good and the harmonizing is really something else

@DopamineOverload

3 жыл бұрын

harmonizing *anything*

@susanvickery357

3 жыл бұрын

Sure is, was just thinking I hope I can hear him sing in the Heavens.

@ogulcanyolcu8714

3 жыл бұрын

they sang about hell but sounded like heaven.. god damn.

@tristanfrieri7471

3 жыл бұрын

They both were amazing musicians and their Harmony together is like no other band. I'm sure they could about anything and still be amazing

This has got to be the perfect song for anyone going through addiction man. It’s mental

Real music like this hurts your heart, not your ears......

@marijaaleksic6151

3 жыл бұрын

So true, my friend...😤

@justjust3100

3 жыл бұрын

Thnx man

@TheBubba91

3 жыл бұрын

Amen rolls j.d, amen to that.

@Bird1964

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree

@justjust3100

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you everyone, I have never had so much likes

Poetic souls have a way of expressing hell with beauty.

@Ben.Kenobi87

3 жыл бұрын

Love the saying

@karlhudelist6972

3 жыл бұрын

Fuck You damn right

@stevenrollason7939

3 жыл бұрын

You're a Poetic Soul.

@tylersmish9420

3 жыл бұрын

That's the most beautiful thing I've read today

@rusty899

3 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a way to describe this magic

I remember watching this when it first premiered on MTV back in the 90's and to this very day it still gives me the chills. This song is a one of a kind. RIP Layne

Another day… another soul lost 😢…. We listen to you! Not for sadness, but for the miracle you brought us!! Strength within!!!

This shit acoustic can make a grown man cry

@prestonrichards8322

4 жыл бұрын

Truer words have never been spoken

@josh92807

4 жыл бұрын

@@prestonrichards8322 your a fucking fool!!!! both of you

@clintonhough7480

4 жыл бұрын

There's always that one guy ☝️

@JojoLeRoiDuDisco

4 жыл бұрын

@@josh92807 "You are" = You're*

@ferguson4260

4 жыл бұрын

cry my friend, the acoustic touch is deep. Everybody has to cry