Along with fellow California punk bands Green Day and Rancid, The Offspring have been credited with reviving mainstream interest in punk rock in the United States during the mid-1990s. To date, The Offspring has released eight studio albums, one compilation, four EPs and three DVDs. They have sold over 34 million albums worldwide, making them one of the best-selling punk rock acts of all time. Each album since the release of their 1994 album Smash has sold over a million units.
Since the release of Smash, which is the best-selling independent label album of all time, The Offspring has achieved commercial success over five albums, with singles such as "Come Out and Play", and "Self Esteem". The band’s next three albums, Ixnay on the Hombre, Americana and Conspiracy of One, were also successful, with Ixnay on the Hombre and Conspiracy of One reaching platinum certification, and Americana achieving multi-platinum status. Longtime drummer Ron Welty left The Offspring in early 2003, and was replaced by Atom Willard. Later that year, the band released their next album, Splinter, to moderate sales and fairly warm reviews. In 2005, The Offspring released a greatest hits album and toured in support of the compilation. Their eighth studio album, Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace, was released on June 17, 2008 with the hit singles "You’re Gonna Go Far, Kid" and "Hammerhead."
Days Go By is the band’s ninth studio album and is due to be released on June 26, 2012. The Days Go By Songfacts reports that the title track was released as the first single and was premiered on KROQ on April 27, 2012.
2. Offspring was a short-lived English pop duo of the early 1970s, consisting of Mike Brayn and John Howard, who met at Hurstpierpoint College in Sussex, United Kingdom. They released just one single, 'Windfall' (1972). Their planned studio album was never completed.
Bloodstains
The Offspring Lyrics
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Sometimes I'd rather die
They can tell me tons of things
But I can't see eye to eye
Well I know they know the way I think
I know they always will
Someday I'm gonna change my mind
Sometimes I'd rather kill
Bloodstains speed kills
Fast cars cheap thrills
Rich girls fine wine
I've lost my sense
I've lost control
I've lost my mind
All things seem so much different now
The scene hasn't died away
I haven't got a steady job
And I've got no place to stay
Well it's a futuristic modern world
But things aren't what they seem
Someday you better wake up
From this fucked up fantasy
Bloodstains speed kills
Fast cars cheap thrills
Rich girls fine wine
I've lost my sense
I've lost control
I've lost my mind
Bloodstains speed kills
Fast cars cheap thrills
Rich girls fine wine
I've lost my sense
I've lost control
I've lost my mind
The Offspring's "Bloodstains" is a tormented look at oneself and the surrounding world. The lead singer is at war with himself as he battles with the weight of the expectations and judgment of others. It is a cry for help, a plea for a better understanding, and at the same time, it is a bold statement of defiance. The singer doesn't want to conform to the status quo, nor does he want to be at the mercy of those who seek to control him.
The lyrics are an honest and raw depiction of the struggles of the young and restless. The singer feels like a misfit in a world that is constantly changing, and he can't seem to catch up. The fears and anxieties that he has are a reflection of the culture at that time; "Bloodstains speed kills, Fast cars cheap thrills, Rich girls fine wine" is a testament to the excesses of the 1980s.
In the end, the song is a warning of the consequences of living a life devoid of responsibility or purpose. It is a call to arms, to rise above the mundane and to challenge oneself to be a better person every day.
Line by Line Meaning
They can make things worse for me
Other people have the power to bring negativity to my life.
Sometimes I'd rather die
I feel overwhelmed by the challenges life presents and sometimes wish it would all be over.
They can tell me tons of things
Others have the ability to offer advice, but I may not always agree with it.
But I can't see eye to eye
I struggle to see things from the same perspective as others.
Well I know they know the way I think
Others can understand my perspective even if we do not agree.
I know they always will
I can always count on others to have their own opinions regarding my actions, thoughts, and feelings.
Someday I'm gonna change my mind
I recognize that my perspectives and opinions may shift over time.
Sometimes I'd rather kill
I am so overwhelmed by circumstances that I feel like physically harming myself or others.
All things seem so much different now
I have experienced changes in my life that have drastically changed my perspective on the world.
The scene hasn't died away
My life experiences and surroundings continue to impact me in significant ways.
I haven't got a steady job
I do not currently have a reliable source of income.
And I've got no place to stay
I do not have a stable living situation.
Well it's a futuristic modern world
Despite technological advancements, the world still has its share of problems.
But things aren't what they seem
Things are not always as straightforward as they first appear.
Someday you better wake up
Others may benefit from developing a more realistic perspective on their lives.
From this fucked up fantasy
Many people hold unrealistic expectations for their lives and struggle to adjust when reality does not meet their hopes and dreams.
Bloodstains speed kills
Dangerous and reckless behavior can have deadly consequences.
Fast cars cheap thrills
Risky behavior can often bring excitement and a sense of euphoria, but it is also dangerous.
Rich girls fine wine
Wealth and luxury can be pleasurable but are not necessary for a happy or fulfilling life.
I've lost my sense
I have lost touch with reality or no longer have a clear sense of direction or purpose.
I've lost control
I no longer feel like I can influence the course of my own life.
I've lost my mind
I feel like I am losing control over myself or struggling with mental health issues.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: MICHAEL PALM
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@mathbluz
For many time I heard Offspring and Agent Orange in "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4" when I was young. Now I found this here in YouTube. This cover are GREAT! Both bands are a part of my childhood.
@WillEatForFood
The Offspring should make a cover album! They're pretty good when it comes to covering songs.
@MartyMcFly88
agreed. their version of I wanna be sedated is amazing
@jasonepler2122
Agreed. They're cover of Totalimmortal is great too
@anarkoticos666
Covered Buzzcocks (autonomy) to
@smokey3504
love both versions so much, its one of those songs you can define the genre with
@IanInfernal
Nothing beats the original, but this is actually really good.
@limjahey4351
Glu gun beat the original and this.
@ShtupDillhole
Thumbs up if you remember this on the Ready to Rumble movie soundtrack.
@devinomateus
Now, that's something I wish we had on Spotify.