I Wanna Be Sedated
Offspring · Other Songs - Offspring
i wanna be sedated
nothing to do, nowhere to go, ho
i wanna be sedated
just get me to the airport, put me on a plane
hurry,hurry,hurry before i go insane
i can't control my fingers, i can't control my brain
oh no, oh oh, oh oh
20-20-20-4 hours ago
i wanna be sedated
nothing to do, nowhere to go, ho
i wanna be sedated
just put me in a wheelchair, put me on a plane
hurry hurry hurry before i go insane
i can't control my fingers, i can't control my brain
oh no oh oh oh oh
20-20-20-4 hours ago
i wanna be sedated
nothin' to do, nowhere to go, ho
i wanna be sedated
just put me in a wheelchair, get me to the show
hurry hurry hurry before i go loco
i can't control my fingers, i can't control my toes
oh no oh oh oh oh
[repeat 2x]
bam-bam-bambam, ba bam-bam-bambam i wanna be sedated
bam-bam-bambam, ba bam-bam-bambam i wanna be sedated
bam-bam-bambam, ba bam-bam-bambam i wanna be sedated
bam-bam-bambam, ba bam-bam-bambam i wanna be sedated
I Wanna Be Sedated
The Offspring's cover of the Ramones classic "I Wanna Be Sedated" serves as a high-energy testament to the band's enduring punk rock roots. While the group is often celebrated for their own catchy anthems found on albums like *Smash* and *Americana*, this recording highlights their deep respect for the genre's pioneers. The track captures the frantic, driving rhythm that defined the original while showcasing the Offspring's signature melodic sensibility. It stands as a vibrant example of their ability to reinterpret established punk material without losing the raw intensity that characterizes their broader discography. This performance remains a staple in their live sets, connecting the energy of the 1970s punk movement with the modern alternative rock sound the band helped popularize.