Welcome to Paradise

Green Day

About Welcome to Paradise

"Welcome to Paradise" is the second single by the American rock band Green Day. It is the fifth track from their third studio album, Dookie, and was released as the second single from the album on October 4, 1994. The original version of the song appeared as the third track on their second studio album, Kerplunk. The Dookie version was later included on the band's 2001 compilation album International Superhits!. "Welcome to Paradise" is playable in the video game Green Day: Rock Band. The song peaked at number 56 on the Hot 100 Airplay chart. 


Year:
1999
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Dear mother
Can you hear me whining?
It's been three whole weeks
Since I left your home
This sudden fear has left me trembling
'Cause now it seems that I
Am out there on my own
And I'm feeling so alone

Pay attention to the cracked streets
And the broken homes
Some call it slums
Some call it nice
I want to take you through
A wasteland I like to call my home
Welcome to paradise

A gunshot rings out at the station
Another urchin snaps and
Left dead on his own
It makes me wonder why I'm still here
For some strange reason it's now
Feeling like my home
And I'm never gonna go

Pay attention to the cracked streets
And the broken homes
Some call it slums
Some call it nice
I want to take you through
A wasteland I like to call my home
Welcome to paradise

Dear mother
Can you hear me laughing?
It's been six whole months since that
I have left your home
It makes me wonder why I'm still here
For some strange reason it's now
Feeling like my home
And I'm never gonna go

Pay attention to the cracked streets
And the broken homes
Some call it slums
Some call it nice
I want to take you through
A wasteland I like to call my home
Welcome to paradise

Paradise

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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 Wright, Mike Pritchard

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15 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Welcome to Paradise" was initially written and released on Green Day's second studio album, "Kerplunk."
Track Position
In the "Dookie" album, it is placed at the number five spot out of 14 songs.
Song Composition
The song is composed in the key of F♯ major and is considered pop punk genre.
Symbolic Representation
The song represents the band's move from their hometown to Oakland, California.
Album Switch
It is one of the few songs that Green Day has recorded twice; first on "Kerplunk" and then on their third album, "Dookie."
Live Performances
"Welcome to Paradise" is one of Green Day's staple live songs, often played at concerts and festivals.
Band Member Involvement
All three band members, Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tré Cool, contributed to the writing of the song.
Music Video Absence
Despite the track's popularity, it does not have an official music video.
Real-life Experiences
The song's lyrical content is based on the band's real-life experiences living in a warehouse in a dangerous neighborhood.
Global Success
"Welcome to Paradise" achieved global success, especially in the U.K., where it peaked at no. 20 on the UK Singles Chart.
Compilation Appearance
The song appears in Green Day's 2001 compilation album, "International Superhits!"
Cover Versions
Several musicians have covered the song, indicating its lasting popularity.
Acclaim
Rolling Stone magazine considers "Welcome To Paradise" as one of the top Green Day songs.
Commercial Usage
The song has been used in several commercials and video games, including EA's "Green Day: Rock Band."
Song Duration
"Welcome to Paradise" runs for 3 minutes and 44 seconds on the "Dookie" album.

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