Vanilla Sky (song)

"Vanilla Sky" is a song by the American alternative rock band Hole, released as the second single from their third studio album, Celebrity Skin (1998). Written by Courtney Love and Eric Erlandson, with significant contributions from Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins, the song is characterized by its melodic structure and introspective lyrics.

Thematically, "Vanilla Sky" explores themes of illusion, perception, and the complexities of identity and relationships. The lyrics use imagery of "vanilla sky" and artificiality to represent a superficial or fabricated reality.

The song's release was accompanied by a music video. "Vanilla Sky" achieved moderate commercial success, charting on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. It has remained a notable track in Hole's discography and is often recognized for its blend of alternative rock sensibilities with pop-influenced melodies.