When I Come Around
Green Day · The Studio Albums 1990-2009 [2012]
All the way across town
You've been searching for that someone
And it's me out on the prowl
As you sit around feeling sorry for yourself
Don't get lonely now
And dry your whining eyes
I'm just roaming for the moment
Sleazin' my backyard so don't get so uptight
You've been thinking about ditching me
No time to search the world around
'Cause you know where I'll be found
When I come around
I heard it all before
So don't knock down my door
I'm a loser and a user
So I don't need no accuser
To try and slag me down because I know you're right
So go do what ya like
Make sure you do it wise
You may find out that your self doubt means nothing
Was ever there
You can't go forcing something when it's just not right
No time to search the world around
'Cause you know where I'll be found
When I come around
No time to search the world around
'Cause you know where I'll be found
When I come around
When I come around
When I come around
When I come around
About When I Come Around
"When I Come Around" is a high-energy track from Green Day's 2012 compilation, The Studio Albums 1990-2009, which serves as a definitive collection of the band's greatest hits. The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of punk rock and pop sensibilities, featuring driving rhythms and a melodic hook that has become a staple of their live performances. Released decades after its initial recording, the track remains a powerful representation of Green Day's enduring influence on alternative rock and their ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations. Its inclusion in this comprehensive anthology highlights its status as a cornerstone of their discography, capturing the spirit of their early career while maintaining relevance in their later work. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy structure make it a favorite among fans, often serving as an energetic closer that encapsulates the band's rebellious yet accessible musical identity.