Nice Guys Finish Last

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About Nice Guys Finish Last

"Nice Guys Finish Last" is a song by American punk rock band Green Day. It is the opening track and the fourth and final single released from their fifth studio album, Nimrod (1997). The use of the song in the movie Varsity Blues helped propel it to hit status and earned it a nomination for an MTV Movie Award for best song from a movie in 1999.


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Nice guys finish last
You're running out of gas
Your sympathy will get you left behind
Sometimes you're at your best
When you feel the worst
You feel washed up like piss gone down the drain

Pressure cooker pick my brain and tell me I'm insane
I'm so fucking happy I could cry
Every joke can have its truth but now the joke's on you
I never knew you're such a funny guy

Oh nice guys finish last
When you are the outcast
Don't pat yourself on the back
You might break your spine

Living on command
You're shaking lots of hands
You're kissing up and bleeding all your trust
Taking what you need
Bite the hand that feeds
You lose your memory and you've got no shame

Pressure cooker pick my brain and tell me I'm insane
I'm so fucking happy I could cry
Every joke can have its truth but now the joke's on you
I never knew you're such a funny guy

Oh nice guys finish last
When you are the outcast
Don't pat yourself on the back
You might break your spine

Oh nice guys finish last
When you are the outcast
Don't pat yourself on the back
You might break your spine

Oh nice guys finish last
When you are the outcast
Don't pat yourself on the back
You might break your spine

Oh nice guys finish last
When you are the outcast
Don't pat yourself on the back
You might break your spine

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Green Day

Green Day is an American punk rock band formed in 1987. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, bassist and backing vocalist Mike Dirnt, drummer Tré Cool and guitarist and backing vocalist Jason White, who became a full member after playing in the band as a session and touring guitarist for 13 years. Cool replaced former drummer John Kiffmeyer in 1990, prior to the recording of the band's second studio album, Kerplunk (1992). more »

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Written by: BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG, FRANK E., III WRIGHT, FRANK EDWIN WRIGHT III, MICHAEL PRITCHARD, MIKE DIRNT, MIKE RYAN PRITCHARD, TRE COOL

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Nice Guys Finish Last" is a song by American rock band Green Day. It was released as a single from their fifth studio album, "Nimrod," in 1997.
Song Inspiration
The song title, "Nice Guys Finish Last,” is a frequently used phrase in pop culture, indicating that individuals who are good-hearted and kind may not always get what they want. The song is seemingly an ironic twist on this prevalent concept, seemingly advocating for an edgier, less gentlemanly image.
Song's Composition
The song is written in a punk rock style, which was the dominant genre of Green Day at the time of its release. It features fast-paced drums, crunchy guitars, and punchy vocals.
Commercial Success
Even though the song did not reach the top of the charts, it achieved moderate success. It peaked at no. 31 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart and no. 10 on the UK Rock and Metal Chart.
Music Video
“Nice Guys Finish Last" has a notoriously chaotic music video, directed by Evan Bernard. The video features fan footage, live performances, backstage antics, and scenes of the band causing general mayhem.
Live Performances
Green Day frequently included "Nice Guys Finish Last" in their live performances during shows in the late '90s and early '00s, showcasing their energetic stage presence.
In Media
The song is used as the opening theme for the American comedy show "Malcolm in the Middle," further popularizing it among television audiences.
Notable Recognition
In 1998, "Nice Guys Finish Last" was nominated for Best Video at the MTV Europe Music Awards.
International Presence
In Japan, the song was received positively and was featured in the twentieth episode of the Japanese anime adaptation of "Beck."
Cover Versions
Numerous artists and bands have covered "Nice Guys Finish Last" in various styles, demonstrating the song's broad appeal and enduring popularity.

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