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Conspiracy of One

The Offspring · 2000

39 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · punk

A vibrant blend of punk energy and catchy melodies that captures youthful rebellion and humor.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energetic flow throughout
  • youthful rebellion and humor
  • for group sing-alongs
  • quick bursts of catchy fun

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek long, immersive tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified the band's reputation post-'Americana' with notable chart success.
Themes
playful pranks· post-90s disillusionment
Career context
Released on November 14, 2000, 'Conspiracy of One' was The Offspring's fifth studio album, following their commercial peak with 'Americana' in 1998. At this point, the band was solidifying their place in mainstream rock while experimenting with their sound, showcasing a mix of punk ethos and radio-friendly hooks.
Stylistic neighbors
Bad Religion· Pennywise· NOFX
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Splinter — Continues the punk energy and catchy melodies with fresh themes and sounds.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Enema of the State by Blink-182 — Shares a similar blend of punk energy and humor, capturing youthful angst and catchy melodies.
All Killer, No Filler by Sum 41 — Combines punk rock vigor with playful lyrics, reflecting themes of rebellion and youthful fun.
Bleed American by Jimmy Eat World — Features anthemic hooks and introspective lyrics, resonating with youthful reflection and energetic sound.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Come Out Swinging".

  • 1 Intro 0:05
  • 2 Come Out Swinging Start here 2:47
  • 3 Original Prankster 3:40
  • 4 Want You Bad 3:22
  • 5 Million Miles Away 3:39
  • 6 Dammit, I Changed Again 2:48
  • 7 Living In Chaos 3:28
  • 8 Special Delivery 3:00
  • 9 One Fine Day 2:44
  • 10 All Along 1:38
  • 11 Denial, Revisited 4:32
  • 12 Vultures 3:34
  • 13 Conspiracy of One 2:17
  • 14 80 Times 2:05

What to play next

This album is considered a Breakthrough in The Offspring's catalog. This album solidified the band's reputation post-'Americana' with notable chart success.

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Ixnay on the Hombre

1997

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