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Vedder played so hard that he popped a guitar string halfway through the song, but did not stop.<\/p>\n<p>The end of the Pearl Jam hit was complete after a striking solo by CBS Orchestra guitarist Sid McGinnis.<\/p>\n<p>Letterman will sign off for good from The Late Show Wednesday, May 20. 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