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Released 14 years ago this June

Days Go By

The Offspring · 2012

42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · punk

Energetic punk anthems blend with polished production, reflecting a matured sound while maintaining their signature edge.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energy for road trips
  • sing-along anthems for gatherings
  • punchy tracks for quick listens
  • cathartic release in short bursts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek long, complex compositions

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality with a polished sound and energetic punk elements.
Themes
California summer· punk rock resilience· self-discovery anthems
Career context
Released in 2012, 'Days Go By' marked The Offspring's ninth studio album and their first since 2008's 'Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating the changing landscape of punk rock, aiming to resonate with both long-time fans and new audiences amidst a resurgence of pop-punk influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Bad Religion· Pennywise· NOFX
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Let the Bad Times Roll — Continues the polished sound and energy while exploring new themes.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Brand New Eyes by Paramore — Shares themes of youthful rebellion and emotional introspection with polished production.
From Under the Cork Tree by Fall Out Boy — Combines energetic punk anthems with catchy hooks, reflecting a similar pop-punk revival spirit.
Everything Will Be Alright in the End by Weezer — Features polished production and a blend of nostalgic themes with modern rock sensibilities.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "The Future Is Now".

  • 1 The Future Is Now Start here 4:08
  • 2 Secrets From the Underground 3:09
  • 3 Days Go By 4:01
  • 4 Turning Into You 3:41
  • 5 Hurting as One 2:49
  • 6 Cruising California (Bumpin’ in My Trunk) 3:30
  • 7 All I Have Left Is You 5:18
  • 8 OC Guns 4:07
  • 9 Dirty Magic 4:00
  • 10 I Wanna Secret Family (With You) 3:01
  • 11 Dividing by Zero 2:22
  • 12 Slim Pickens Does the Right Thing and Rides the Bomb to Hell 2:36

What to play next

This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in The Offspring's catalog. Shows continued vitality with a polished sound and energetic punk elements.

Let the Bad Times Roll
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Let the Bad Times Roll

2021

Continues the polished sound and energy while exploring new themes.
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Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace

2008

Precedes with a similar blend of mature punk energy and production quality.
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