Staind

/steɪnd/ proper noun

Definition

American rock band formed in 1995, known for nu-metal and alternative rock

Etymology

intentional misspelling of 'stained' for band name distinctiveness

Kelly Says

Staind proves that sometimes breaking spelling rules can make you famous! Their deliberate misspelling helped them stand out in the crowded rock scene of the late '90s.

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