Warning

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About Warning

"Warning" is a song by the American rock band Green Day. It is the second single and title track from their sixth album of the same name. Billie Joe Armstrong has said that the original concept was to create a song whose lyrics were made up of all signs and labels, and the idea grew from there. The song was a number three modern rock hit in the US. The song also made it into the Top 40 of the UK Singles Chart in the UK. It has been noted that the song's main guitar riff bears strong resemblance to The Kinks song "Picture Book". This is the first Green Day song to feature a tremolo effect on the guitar; an effect used prominently in the 2004 single Boulevard of Broken Dreams. 


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2000
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This is a public service announcement
This is only a test
Emergency evacuation protest
May impair your ability to operate machinery
Can't quite tell just what it means to me
Keep out of reach of children
Don't you talk to strangers
Get your philosophy from a bumper sticker

Warning, live without warning
I say a warning, live without warning
Without, Alright

Better homes and safety-sealed communities
Did you remember to pay the utilities?
Caution: police line: you better not cross
Is the cop or am I the one that's
Really dangerous?
Sanitation, Expiration date, Question everything
Or shut up and be a victim of authority

Warning, live without warning
I say a warning, live without warning
I say a warning, live without warning
I say a warning, live without warning
Without Alright!

Better homes and safety-sealed communities
Did you remember to pay the utilities?

Caution: police line: you better not cross
Is the cop or am I the one that's
Really dangerous?
Sanitation, Expiration date, Question everything
Or shut up and be a victim of authority

Warning, live without warning
I say a warning, live without warning
I say a warning, live without warning
I say a warning, live without warning

This is a public service announcement
This is only a test

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Green Day

Green Day is an American punk rock band formed in 1987. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, bassist and backing vocalist Mike Dirnt, drummer Tré Cool and guitarist and backing vocalist Jason White, who became a full member after playing in the band as a session and touring guitarist for 13 years. Cool replaced former drummer John Kiffmeyer in 1990, prior to the recording of the band's second studio album, Kerplunk (1992). more »

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Written by: BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG, TRE COOL, MIKE DIRNT

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Warning" is classified as a punk rock/pop-punk single.
Album Information
It is the title track from their sixth studio album called "Warning" released in October 2000.
Band Formation
"Warning" is performed by Green Day, which is an American band formed in 1986 by lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong and bassist Mike Dirnt.
Song Performance
"Warning" peaked at number 3 on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks in late 2000.
Director of Music Video
The music video was directed by Francis Lawrence, known for directing films such as "The Hunger Games" series and "I Am Legend."
Video Format
The song's accompanying music video is shot in the 'fish-eye' perspective, which gives an artistic and immersive effect.
Song Message
The song is known for its critical message about societal norms and conventions. Its lyrics warn against mindlessly following society's expectations.
Kinks Comparison
"Warning" was compared to "Picture Book" by The Kinks due to its similar intro. Green Day has cited The Kinks as an influence.
Awards
The album "Warning" that included the song was nominated for the 2001 Grammy Award for Best Rock Album.
Live Performances
"Warning" is a popular song during Green Day's live performances and is frequently included in their setlist.
Cover Versions
A cover version of "Warning" was released by the band "Good Charlotte".
Commercial Performance
Despite mixed reviews from critics, the single achieved significant commercial success.

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