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So...What Does "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Mean, Anyway?

So...What Does "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Mean, Anyway?

Nirvana's biggest song celebrates its 32nd birthday.

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Joey Held
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Welcome to Fun Fact Friyay! This newsletter is all about keeping things brief and sending you off into the world smarter, wiser, and happier.

Today’s fact: “Smells Like Teen Spirit” was inspired by deodorant.

Whether you’re a Nirvana fan or not, you know the song “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” It’s sold more than 8 million r…

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