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Cherub Rock
Rock · 1993 · 2 tracks

Cherub Rock

The Smashing Pumpkins

The lead single from *Siamese Dream*, "Cherub Rock" is a quintessential Smashing Pumpkins track, defined by its colossal guitar sound, anthemic chorus, and Billy Corgan's distinctive vocals, all wrapp

July 13, 1993 · Hut Recordings

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This is the sound of a band at the peak of their powers, channeling ambition and angst into a monumental rock anthem. "Cherub Rock" hits you with an immediate, iconic wah-drenched riff that builds into a towering wall of sound. It's exhilarating, defiant, and deeply layered, perfect for moments when you need to feel empowered or simply want to get lost in a truly expansive sonic landscape. Own this if you crave 90s alternative rock that's both heavy and beautifully melodic, a track that feels both intimate and stadium-sized.

Tracklist · 2 Tracks
01
Cherub Rock
4:58
03
French Movie Theme
3:50
Moments Worth Listening For
The iconic opening guitar riff, drenched in wah and fuzz, immediately establishing the song's signature sound.
The explosive, multi-layered chorus where Billy Corgan's vocals soar above a wall of guitars and crashing drums, creating an anthemic peak.
The intricate, almost orchestral guitar solo that emerges mid-song, showcasing both technical prowess and melodic sensibility.
The dynamic shift in the bridge, momentarily pulling back before building into the final, powerful chorus repetition.
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Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Cherub Rock sound next to the rest of The Smashing Pumpkins's catalogue?

Triumphant+4.0σ

Triumphant saturates this record far more than the artist's norm.

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