Out On Patrol
Offspring · Offspring
Look at my soldier boy now
With that big gun in your little hand
As you patrol this foreign land
Hear the mine that clicks beneath your feet
Now do you see the light
Fading while your world is crumbling
Out on patrol
And all you can do is sit and stare
What revelation have you now
What culmination to your speck of life
Your moment in time
As you sit here all alone
Will your buddies come and save your life
But as the enemy appears
See your life flash before your eyes
With that big gun in your little hand
As you patrol this foreign land
Hear the mine that clicks beneath your feet
Now do you see the light
Fading while your world is crumbling
Out on patrol
And all you can do is sit and stare
What revelation have you now
What culmination to your speck of life
Your moment in time
As you sit here all alone
Will your buddies come and save your life
But as the enemy appears
See your life flash before your eyes
Out On Patrol
Released in 1994 on the self-titled debut album, "Out On Patrol" stands as a defining track for the punk rock band The Offspring. The song exemplifies the group's signature blend of aggressive energy and melodic hooks, characteristic of the mid-90s pop-punk explosion. Written by guitarist Dexter Holland, the recording captures the raw, youthful spirit that propelled the band to mainstream success. It remains a staple of their discography, often cited as a quintessential example of the genre's evolution during that era. The track's enduring popularity underscores its role in shaping the sound of a generation of punk-influenced rock music.