No Pride
Green Day · The Studio Albums 1990-2009 [2012]
And nowhere is my home
Where dignity's a land mine
In the school of lost hope
I've panhandled for a life because
I'm not afraid to beg
Hand me down your lost and founds
Of second hand regret
You better swallow your pride
Or you're gonna choke on it
You better digest your values
Because they turn to shit
Honor's gonna knock you down
Before your chance to stand up and fight
I know I'm not the one
I got no pride
Sects of disconnection
And traditions of lost faith
No culture's worth a stream of piss
Or a bullet in my face
To heck with unity
Separation's gonna kill us all
Torn to shreds and disjointed
Before the final fall
You better swallow your pride
Or you're gonna choke on it
You better digest your values
Because they turn to shit
Honor's gonna knock you down
Before your chance to stand up and fight
I know I'm not the one
I got no pride
You better swallow your pride
Or you're gonna choke on it
You better digest your values
Because they turn to shit
Honor's gonna knock you down
Before your chance to stand up and fight
I know I'm not the one
I got no pride...
Close your eyes and die...
I got no pride...
I got no pride...
No Pride
No Pride stands as a defining track from Green Day's 2009 concept album, 21st Century Breakdown. The song captures the band's signature punk energy while exploring themes of disillusionment and societal decay central to the album's narrative. Released during a period where the trio solidified their status as rock icons, the recording showcases their ability to blend melodic hooks with biting social commentary. As part of a sprawling work that chronicles a fictionalized American decline, the track contributes to a cohesive sonic landscape that balances anthemic choruses with intricate storytelling. Green Day's performance on this record reaffirmed their influence on modern alternative rock, delivering a sound that resonated with both longtime fans and new listeners. The song remains a testament to the band's enduring capacity to craft emotionally charged music that reflects the complexities of the contemporary era.