Kurt Donald Cobain was born at Grays Harbor Hospital in Aberdeen, Washington in February 20, 1967 to a waitress, Wendy Elizabeth and an automotive mechanic, Donald Leland Cobain.
Kurt's family had a musical background. His maternal uncle, Chuck Fradenburg, played in a band called The Beachcombers. His aunt, Mari Earle, played guitar and performed in bands throughout Grays Harbor County and his great-uncle, Delbert, had a career as an Irish tenor, making an appearance in the 1930 film King of Jazz .
Kurt was described as being a happy and excitable child, who also exhibited sensitivity and care. His talent as an artist was evident from an early age, as he would draw his favorite characters from films and cartoons, such as the Creature from the Black Lagoon and Donald Duck in his bedroom.
Kurt began developing an interest in music early in life. According to his aunt Mari, he began singing at the age of two. At age four, he started playing the piano and singing, writing a song about a trip to a local park. He listened to artists like The Ramones and Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) and, from a young age, he would sing songs like Arlo Guthrie's "Motorcycle Song", The Beatles' " Hey Jude",
Terry Jacks ' " Seasons in the Sun ", and the
theme song to the television show of the band The Monkees .
When Kurt was nine years old, his parents divorced. He later said that the divorce had a profound effect on his life, while his mother noted that his personality changed dramatically; Kurt became defiant and withdrawn.
From there his life was as abnormal as some kids back then would be. But, Kurt Donald Cobain was very different.
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