Now I Wanna Be A Good Boy

Ramones · Nyc 1978 [2003]

Now I wanna be a good boy

I don't wanna be bad

Now I wanna run away from home

Now I wanna be on my own.

I just wanna be a good boy

I don't wanna be bad

Now I wanna be sad alone

Now I wanna be all alone

Now I wanna be on my own.

Now I Wanna Be A Good Boy

Released on the 1978 album Nyc 1978, this Ramones track exemplifies the band's signature blend of punk energy and melodic hooks. The song features the group's characteristic driving rhythm and straightforward songwriting, capturing the raw spirit of the early 1970s New York punk scene. As a staple of their discography, it has become an enduring anthem within the genre, frequently appearing on compilations that highlight the band's most influential recordings. The track remains a defining example of the Ramones' ability to craft catchy, high-tempo pop-punk that resonated with audiences across generations.