Rancid has had two lineup changes since its inception, with Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman being continuous members. Their current lineup consists of Armstrong on guitar and vocals, Freeman on bass and vocals, Lars Frederiksen on guitar and vocals, and Branden Steineckert on drums. The band was formed by Armstrong, Freeman, and former drummer Brett Reed, who left the band in 2006 and was replaced by Steineckert. This lineup recorded their first album, with Frederiksen joining the band on their subsequent tour.
To date, Rancid has released ten studio albums, one split album, one compilation, two extended plays, and a series of live online-only albums, and has been featured on a number of compilation albums. The band has sold over four million records worldwide, making it one of the most successful punk rock groups of all time. The band rose to fame in 1994 with its second studio album, Let's Go, featuring the single "Salvation". In the following year, Rancid released its highly successful album ...And Out Come the Wolves, which produced its best-known songs "Roots Radicals", "Ruby Soho", and "Time Bomb", and was certified gold and platinum by the RIAA, selling over one million copies in the United States alone. Its next six albums – Life Won't Wait (1998), Rancid (2000), Indestructible (2003), Let the Dominoes Fall (2009), ...Honor Is All We Know (2014) and Trouble Maker (2017) – were also critically acclaimed, though not as commercially successful as ...And Out Come the Wolves. The band released their tenth album, Tomorrow Never Comes, in June 2023.
Studio albums
Rancid (1993)
Let's Go (1994)
...And Out Come the Wolves (1995)
Life Won't Wait (1998)
Rancid (also known as "Rancid 2000" or "Rancid 5") (2000)
Indestructible (2003)
Let the Dominoes Fall (2009)
...Honor Is All We Know (2014)
Trouble Maker (2017)
Tomorrow Never Comes (2023)
I Ain't Worried
Rancid Lyrics
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I hear them talking.
I ain't listening, listening.
How many times did you tell me I was wrong
But I didn't listen to you and I only stayed strong
In a world where people don't hang on too long
I belong, I belong
I ain't worried about a god damn thing
I hear them talking, I ain't listening, listening.
Out come the wolves in the lunar light
Final flight you're wrong, I'm right
Talk to me straight man, but be polite
You hear my scream cause this one bites
I ain't worried about a god damn thing
I hear them talking, I ain't listening, listening.
I'm Matt Freeman I'm coming in quick
I got a 6-4 Merc and a clutch that won't slip
I don't give a god damn what they say
I'm born and raised in the East Bay.
I ain't worried about a god damn thing
I hear them talking, I ain't listening, listening.
I take chances that most won't take, right
I get knocked down I won't break
Get it clear and make no mistake
This town's filled with rattlesnakes
Black, brown, white we're all punk rock
We're the kings of the low income block
Worn out sneakers skinheads mohawk
When we all get together yeah the music won't stop
I ain't worried about a god damn thing
I hear them talking, I ain't listening
These lyrics from Rancid's song I Ain't Worried are a strong statement of self-assurance and defiance. The singer is not bothered by what anyone else has to say. They hear other people talking, but refuse to listen to their doubts or criticisms. The singer acknowledges that they have been told they are wrong multiple times, but they stayed strong and believed in themselves. The lines "In a world where people don't hang on too long / I belong, I belong" speak to the singer's desire to stand out and be true to themselves despite the pressures of society.
The second verse brings in violent imagery, with the wolves under the moonlight bringing a sense of danger and fear. The singer asserts that they are in the right and challenges others to confront them directly and honestly. The line "You hear my scream cause this one bites" hints at the singer being ready and willing to fight back against anyone who tries to bring them down.
The third verse switches to a focus on the singer, with Matt Freeman introducing himself and his flashy car. He asserts his East Bay roots and refuses to let anyone else's opinions affect him. The final verse brings in a message of unity and inclusivity, with the singer asserting that punk rock transcends race and class, bringing together people from all backgrounds.
Overall, the lyrics to I Ain't Worried are a passionate celebration of individuality and rebellion. The singer is unwavering in their self-belief and refuses to let anyone else dictate their actions or feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain't worried about a god damn thing
I'm not concerned about anything at all
I hear them talking.
I hear people talking about me or something, but I don't pay attention.
I ain't listening, listening.
I'm not paying attention to what other people say or think.
How many times did you tell me I was wrong
You've told me that I was wrong multiple times in the past.
But I didn't listen to you and I only stayed strong
Despite your criticism, I didn't change my approach and instead remained determined.
In a world where people don't hang on too long
Many people don't last very long in this world.
I belong, I belong
I fit in here.
Prove me wrong, Prove me wrong
Show me that I'm mistaken.
Out come the wolves in the lunar light
The wolves come out at night.
Final flight you're wrong, I'm right
I'm going to prove that I'm right.
Talk to me straight man, but be polite
Speak to me honestly, but respectfully.
You hear my scream cause this one bites
You'll know that I'm serious because of my intensity.
I'm Matt Freeman I'm coming in quick
I'm introducing myself and announcing my rapid approach.
I got a 6-4 Merc and a clutch that won't slip
I have a car that can handle anything and never fails.
I don't give a god damn what they say
I don't care about what other people say.
I'm born and raised in the East Bay.
I was born and raised in the East Bay area.
I take chances that most won't take, right
I'm willing to take risks that others normally wouldn't.
I get knocked down I won't break
I may experience setbacks, but I won't give up.
Get it clear and make no mistake
Make sure you understand me and don't misinterpret anything.
This town's filled with rattlesnakes
This town is full of dangerous people.
Black, brown, white we're all punk rock
People of different races can still belong to the punk rock subculture.
We're the kings of the low income block
We rule our neighborhood despite being economically disadvantaged.
Worn out sneakers skinheads mohawk
We may not have much money, but we still have a distinct style.
When we all get together yeah the music won't stop
When we gather in a group, the music won't stop playing.
I ain't worried about a god damn thing
I'm still not worried about anything at all.
I hear them talking, I ain't listening, listening.
Once again, I hear people talking about me, but I'm not paying attention.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: TIMOTHY (USA) ARMSTRONG, LARS FREDERIKSEN, ROGER MATTHEW FREEMAN
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@toddpacker4683
Love this song. Even freemans cookie monster vocals
@ryanini999
🤣🤣🤣
@GoEvolveYourself
I'm a bass player too and I changed his verse to "I'm Rat Freeman and I'm coming in quick, got a 5' 3" mark and a mouth that won't quit. I don't give a god damn what they say, I was born and raised in a sewage drain." Lol
@caseybranton812
This song is how I feel everyday
@ryanini999
This song is so fucking good
@danielscissorhands
This song should have been saved for a Transplants album.
@nalukapu1845
Sometimes I listen to this at x0.75 speed
@moonforkelly
trying it at 1.5
@nalukapu1845
Only real fans listen to it on 1.5
@keaganwheeler-mccann8565
Hear em talking, I ain't listenin