With a catchy chorus, eloquent lyricism about being who you are, and an infectious guitar riff, "The Meaning of Life" opens up the album with passion and energy, which is clearly displayed in frontman Dexter Holland's vocals.Īll sides of The Offspring are present on this album, including the light-hearted and the emotional. After the hilarity of the disclaimer ends, the action kicks off with "The Meaning of Life", one of The Offspring's best songs. "Parental discretion will cleanse any sense of innuendo or sarcasm from the lyrics that might actually make you think!" he cries. The snide, biting sense of sarcasm is what sets it apart from other album intros. The record starts off with a hilarious "Disclaimer" by Jello Biafra of The Dead Kennedys, warning the listeners that the album contains depictions of "real life". Even if the money didn't flow right into Dexter and Co.'s hands, Ixnay on the Hombre cemented itself as a worthy follow up to the best 90s punk album. It only managed to sell a million copies in sixteen years, but the statistics don't make an album excellent. Columbia finally decided to sign them, and with the help of a major label, Ixnay on the Hombre was released three years after their legendary breakthrough to disappointing sales.
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The Offspring were one of the major forces in the 90s punk scene - their witty lyricism, chugging riffs and distinct vocals, it's no wonder they took the world by storm with their multi-platinum classic Smash. Review Summary: Nice riffs + relatable lyrics + catchy hooks = Ixnay on the Hombre
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