The Offspring

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The Offspring

Pulsating rhythms drive layered guitar riffs through bursts of infectious energy, creating an urgent sense of movement that compels bodies to react.

alternative rock

United States Est. 1984
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The song

“The Kids Aren't Alright”

Immediate hook that introduces their style, combining catchy melodies with punk energy, making it accessible for new listeners.

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About The Offspring

The Offspring matter for their role in reshaping the landscape of alternative rock in the '90s, providing a sonic touchstone for a generation grappling with the chaos and anxiety of youth.
Their music resonated with disillusioned listeners, creating a communal space where frustration could be expressed and catharsis achieved, ultimately influencing a wave of punk-infused rock acts that followed them. Their approach combines sharp...
Their music resonated with disillusioned listeners, creating a communal space where frustration could be expressed and catharsis achieved, ultimately influencing a wave of punk-infused rock acts that followed them. Their approach combines sharp lyrical wit with catchy hooks, often employing an energetic blend of punk’s rawness and pop sensibility. This synthesis not only made their tracks approachable but also imbued them with an infectious energy that turned live performances into exhilarating communal experiences. The Offspring's ability to balance aggression with melody invites participation, making their songs anthemic rallying cries. Common themes in their songwriting include youthful rebellion, social commentary, and personal struggle, often presented in a voice that oscillates between playful sarcasm and earnestness. They weave relatable narratives around frustration and identity while employing irony to expose societal flaws. This duality creates a compelling tension within their lyrics that engages listeners on multiple levels.

18 studio albums· 57 total releases· 3 decades· United States

Full discography

The Offspring's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

57 releases • 18 albums • 6 EPS • 1986–2024
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EPs ()

Gone Away (The Offspring EP) album by The Offspring

Gone Away (The Offspring EP)

2021

Summer Nationals album by The Offspring

Summer Nationals

2014

A Piece of Americana album by The Offspring
Breakthrough

A Piece of Americana

1998

Club Me album by The Offspring

Club Me

1997

Baghdad album by The Offspring
Breakthrough

Baghdad

1991

They Were Born to Kill album by The Offspring
Breakthrough

They Were Born to Kill

1991

Compilations ()

Greatest Hits album by The Offspring
Starting Point

Greatest Hits

2005

Singles (33)

Grouped by decade — 5 eras.

2010s ()

Coming for You album by The Offspring

Coming for You

2015

Turning Into You album by The Offspring

Turning Into You

2012

Cruising California (Bumpin' in My Trunk) album by The Offspring

Cruising California (Bumpin' in My Trunk)

2012

2000s ()

Half-Truism album by The Offspring

Half-Truism

2009

Kristy, Are You Doing Okay? album by The Offspring

Kristy, Are You Doing Okay?

2008

You're Gonna Go Far album by The Offspring

You're Gonna Go Far

2008

Hammerhead album by The Offspring

Hammerhead

2008

Can't Repeat album by The Offspring

Can't Repeat

2005

(Can't Get My) Head Around You album by The Offspring

(Can't Get My) Head Around You

2004

Spare Me the Details album by The Offspring

Spare Me the Details

2004

Hit That album by The Offspring

Hit That

2003

Defy You album by The Offspring

Defy You

2001

Million Miles Away album by The Offspring

Million Miles Away

2001

Want You Bad album by The Offspring

Want You Bad

2000

Original Prankster album by The Offspring

Original Prankster

2000

1990s ()

She's Got Issues album by The Offspring

She's Got Issues

1999

The Kids Aren't Alright album by The Offspring

The Kids Aren't Alright

1999

Why Don't You Get a Job? album by The Offspring

Why Don't You Get a Job?

1999

Pretty Fly (for a White Guy) album by The Offspring

Pretty Fly (for a White Guy)

1998

I Choose album by The Offspring

I Choose

1997

Gone Away album by The Offspring

Gone Away

1997

All I Want album by The Offspring

All I Want

1997

Gotta Get Away album by The Offspring

Gotta Get Away

1995

Kick Him When He's Down album by The Offspring

Kick Him When He's Down

1995

Bad Habit album by The Offspring

Bad Habit

1995

Come Out and Play album by The Offspring

Come Out and Play

1994

Self Esteem album by The Offspring

Self Esteem

1994

1980s ()

I'll Be Waiting/Blackball album by The Offspring

I'll Be Waiting/Blackball

1986

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Songs to start with

If you'd rather pick a song than an album.

  1. 1

    "Can’t Repeat" — from Greatest Hits (2005)

    accessible entry with immediate hook

  2. 2

    "Nitro (Youth Energy)" — from Smash (1994)

    accessible entry with immediate hook

  3. 3

    "The Kids Aren’t Alright" — from A Piece of Americana (1998)

    establishes the sonic palette early

  4. 4

    "The Future Is Now" — from Days Go By (2012)

    establishes the sonic palette early

  5. 5

    "The Noose" — from Splinter (2003)

    accessible entry with immediate hook

  6. 6

    "Let the Bad Times Roll" — from Let the Bad Times Roll (2021)

    accessible entry with immediate hook

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