Don't Stay Home

311 · Greatest Hits '93-'03

life could slip away
in absent minded numbness
I'm only saying this cuz
I wish for the best
when you always stay in
self incarceration
I think it's such a shame

(chorus)
don't stay home this time
no don't stay home
ooh
if he don't have to
he don't want to
don't stay home this time
no don't say no

ooh
how I like to
diffuse your bomb of anger
it's screaming danger danger
this kind of world don't care if your home
so you better get some

(chorus)

everything I'm sayin
you can dismiss
because I sat alone
on this past Christmas
I deserve to be alone
but I guess I should have gone home

heeey

don't break mold kid
just eat around it
yeah that's what I did
I'll be running around the block
For no apparent reason
somethin you'll catch me doin
in any season
gotta break a sweat man
got--ta bust out
good--good--good bye now goodbye to the drought ugh!

(repeat chorus 2x)

Don't Stay Home

311's "Don't Stay Home" stands as a defining track from their 2003 greatest hits compilation, encapsulating the band's signature blend of alternative metal and hip-hop influences. Released during a period when the group was solidifying its reputation for high-energy live performances and aggressive riffs, the song exemplifies their ability to fuse heavy guitar work with rhythmic vocal delivery. As part of their extensive discography, the recording reflects the raw intensity characteristic of 311's work in the early 2000s, contributing to their legacy as a prominent force in the alternative metal scene. The track remains a staple for fans of the band, showcasing their commitment to delivering powerful, cathartic music that resonates across generations.