Neocon
The Offspring Lyrics

The lyrics to "Neocon" by The Offspring are in reference to the current state of politics both in America and abroad. The band comes out strong in the first verse, stating that they are strong and right, and they will not be pushed aside by anyone. They emphasize their determination to fight and never compromise their beliefs, unwilling to be defeated by those in power. The chorus reinforces this sentiment, repeating the line "We will never lose to you" as a sort of battle cry.

The song is clearly critical of neoconservatism, which is a political ideology that emerged in the United States during the 1960s and became influential during the presidency of George W. Bush. Neoconservatives generally advocate for American military intervention abroad as a means of promoting democracy and human rights, and many of them were key players in the Iraq War. The Offspring's lyrics suggest a rejection of this ideology, particularly the idea that America should invade other countries and impose its values on others. Instead, the band seems to advocate for a more isolationist approach, one where America focuses on its own problems rather than trying to solve those of the world.