You're Gonna Go Far, Kid

The Offspring

About You're Gonna Go Far, Kid

"You're Gonna Go Far, Kid" is a song by American punk rock band The Offspring. It is the third track on the band's eighth studio album Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace (2008), and was released as the second single from the album on September 4, 2008. The song had previously impacted radio on August 12. This is the band's 3rd No.1 single on the Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart, after "Come Out and Play", and "Hit That". The song stayed at No. 1 for 11 weeks, making it the longest consecutive run for any Offspring single at No. 1. "You're Gonna Go Far, Kid" is certified Gold by the RIAA, despite its accompanying album, Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace, having never been certified by the RIAA. 


Year:
2008
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Show me how to lie
You're getting better all the time
And turning all against the one
Is an art that's hard to teach
Another clever word
Sets off an unsuspecting herd
And as you get back into line
A mob jumps to their feet

Now dance, fucker, dance
Man, he never had a chance
And no one even knew
It was really only you

And now you steal away
Take him out today
Nice work you did
You're gonna go far, kid

With a thousand lies
And a good disguise
Hit 'em right between the eyes
Hit 'em right between the eyes
When you walk away
Nothing more to say
See the lightning in your eyes
See 'em running for their lives

Slowly out of line
And drifting closer in your sights
So play it out I'm wide awake
It's a scene about me
There's something in your way
And now someone is gonna pay
And if you can't get what you want
Well it's all because of me

Now dance, fucker, dance
Man, I never had a chance
And no one even knew
It was really only you

And now you'll lead the way
Show the light of day
Nice work you did
You're gonna go far, kid, trust, deceived!

With a thousand lies
And a good disguise
Hit 'em right between the eyes
Hit 'em right between the eyes
When you walk away
Nothing more to say
See the lightning in your eyes
See 'em running for their lives

Now dance, fucker, dance
He never had a chance
And no one even knew
It was really only you

So dance, fucker, dance
I never had a chance
It was really only you

With a thousand lies
And a good disguise
Hit 'em right between the eyes
Hit 'em right between the eyes
When you walk away
Nothing more to say
See the lightning in your eyes
See 'em running for their lives

Clever alibis, Lord of the flies
Hit 'em right between the eyes
Hit 'em right between the eyes
When you walk away
Nothing more to say
See the lightning in your eyes
See 'em running for their lives

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The Offspring

The Offspring is an American punk rock band from Orange County, California, formed in 1984. They are widely credited, alongside fellow California punk, ska punk, and pop punk bands Sublime,Green Day, and Rancid, with popularizing and reviving mainstream interest in punk rock in the United States in the 1990s. Known as Manic Subsidal until 1986, the band consists of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Dexter Holland, lead guitarist Noodles, bassist Greg K. and drummer Pete Parada. Parada replaced former drummer Adam "Atom" Willard in 2007, during the recording of the band's eighth studio album, Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace, and has been a member of the band since. more »

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Written by: Bryan Keith Holland

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11 facts about this song

Band Background
"You're Gonna Go Far, Kid" is a song by the American punk rock band, The Offspring.
Album Information
It is the third track on their eighth studio album "Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace," which was released in 2008.
Chart Success
This hit song reached the top of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks (now known as the Alternative Songs chart) - it was their first to top this chart since "Pretty Fly (For a White Guy)" in 1998.
Certification
The song reached double-platinum status by the RIAA in 2014, selling more than two million copies in the United States alone.
Song Theme
Often analyzed for its lyrics, the song is believed to be about someone deceiving others to rise to power, and then falling because of their deceit.
Video Concept
The music video for "You're Gonna Go Far, Kid" features the band playing the song in a desert-like setting, along with surreal imagery corresponding with lyrics of the song.
Reggae Influence
The Offspring's lead singer and songwriter, Dexter Holland has said this song has lyrics reminiscent of a folk song, but also includes the band’s signature punk rock style alongside reggae elements.
Radio Play
As a testament to its enduring popularity, "You're Gonna Go Far, Kid" continues to receive regular airplay on alternative rock radio stations, even years after its original release.
Fan Favorite
The song is one of the top tracks on The Offspring's Spotify, with over 300 million listens.
Live Performances
"You're Gonna Go Far, Kid" is a staple in the band's setlists, and has been performed live at almost every Offspring concert since the song's release.
Social Media Usage
The song has been used frequently on various social media platforms, such as TikTok, where users create their own videos paired with the soundtrack. This has led to a resurgence in the song's popularity among younger generations.

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