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  2. A dissident is a person who opposes an authoritarian regime, often at great risk. This song tells the story of a woman who abets one such dissident, putting herself in danger. Pearl Jam lead singer Eddie Vedder explained in Pearl Jam - The Illustrated Story: "In 'Dissident,' I'm actually talking about a woman who takes in someone who's being ...

  3. Apr 28, 2024 · One such classic protest song is “Dissident” by Pearl Jam. Released in 1994, the song addresses the issue of authoritarian oppression and the struggle for individual freedom. In this article, we delve into the meaning of “Dissident” and its relevance to today’s world.

  4. "Dissident" is a song by American rock band Pearl Jam, appearing as the fifth track on their second studio album, Vs. (1993). It was written by band members Eddie Vedder, Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, Mike McCready, and Dave Abbruzzese.

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  5. “Dissident” is an emotionally charged song by Pearl Jam from their album “Vs.” released in 1993. The lyrics depict the story of a woman who offers refuge to someone being pursued by the authorities for political reasons.

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    • October 19, 1993
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  6. It's about date rape. "A woman’s word is sacred and the no means no and that’s what a ‘holy no’ is." At Pearl Jam’s March 17, 1994 concert in West Lafayette, Indiana at Purdue University’s Elliot Hall, Eddie Vedder said that the “holy no” in the song, Dissident refers to date rape.

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  7. Jan 16, 2024 · Pearl Jam delves into the irony that the very act of harboring a dissident—a figure of resistance—exposes both the fugitive and the protector to greater danger. The fraught decision to ultimately betray the dissident resonates with a chilling realpolitik.

  8. Oct 19, 1993 · In “Dissident”, I’m actually talking about a woman who takes in someone who’s being sought after by the authorities for political reasons. He’s on the run, and she offers him a refuge.

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