Gotta Get Away cover

Gotta Get Away

The Offspring · 1995

10 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock ยท punk

Energetic punk riffs collide with introspective lyrics, capturing the angst of youthful rebellion.

Gotta Get Away is a single by The Offspring, released in 1995. Energetic punk riffs collide with introspective lyrics, capturing the angst of youthful rebellion. 'Gotta Get Away' became a significant hit for The Offspring, reaching the top of Billboard's Alternative Songs chart. The song's catchy hooks and relatable themes contributed to the band's rise during a pivotal era for punk music in America, influencing many bands that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Gotta Get Away sound like?

Energetic punk riffs collide with introspective lyrics, capturing the angst of youthful rebellion. Rooted in alternative rock and punk.

What makes Gotta Get Away by The Offspring notable?

'Gotta Get Away' became a significant hit for The Offspring, reaching the top of Billboard's Alternative Songs chart. The song's catchy hooks and relatable themes contributed to the band's rise during a pivotal era for punk music in America, influencing many bands that followed. By the time 'Gotta Get Away' was released in 1995, The Offspring had already achieved mainstream success with their breakout album, 'Smash'. This single represented a continuation of their commercially successful formula, solidifying their presence in the punk rock scene and helping to define the sound of the mid-'90s alternative rock movement.

How many songs are on Gotta Get Away?

Gotta Get Away has 3 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·10:32

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Gotta Get Away Standout 3:53
  • 2 We Are One Standout 4:01
  • 3 Forever and a Day Standout 2:38

Release Date

January 1, 1995

Genre

alternative rock

More albums in alternative rock

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

10 min 32 sec