Original Prankster

The Offspring

About Original Prankster

"Original Prankster" is a song by American rock band The Offspring. It is featured as the third track from their sixth studio album Conspiracy of One and was released as the first single from the album in October 2000. The song features additional vocals by Redman and is included on the band's 2005 Greatest Hits album. Prior to the release of Conspiracy of One, The Offspring distributed the track for free as a downloadable MP3 file on their official website. A competition was held, featuring a prize of $1 million (USD) which was awarded to a randomly selected participant who downloaded the song. "Original Prankster" reached the top 10 in several countries, including Australia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, and went to the top 10 on the US and Canadian rock charts. The single went Platinum in Australia in 2001, becoming the third song by The Offspring to reach Platinum status in that country after "Pretty Fly (for a White Guy)" and "Why Don't You Get a Job?." more »

Year:: 2000
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The Offspring

The Offspring is an American punk rock band from Orange County, California, formed in 1984. They are widely credited, alongside fellow California punk, ska punk, and pop punk bands Sublime,Green Day, and Rancid, with popularizing and reviving mainstream interest in punk rock in the United States in the 1990s. Known as Manic Subsidal until 1986, the band consists of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Dexter Holland, lead guitarist Noodles, bassist Greg K. and drummer Pete Parada. Parada replaced former drummer Adam "Atom" Willard in 2007, during the recording of the band's eighth studio album, Rise and Fall, Rage and Grace, and has been a member of the band since. more »

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Album "Original Prankster" was included in the band's sixth studio album, "Conspiracy of One."
Release Date The song was released as a single in October 2000.
Genre "Original Prankster" belongs to pop punk, skate punk, and punk rock genres.
Collaboration Redman, an American rapper, contributed to the song's vocals.
Director The director of the song's music video was Dave Meyers, who has worked with numerous top-tier artists like Katy Perry and Ariana Grande.
Music Video Theme The music video's theme was inspired by different prank situations drawn from the American juvenile comedy movies.
Chart Performance The song charted in various countries, peaking at number 2 in Canada, number 6 in UK and number 70 in U.S Billboard Hot 100.
Streaming As of April 2022, the song has over 15 million listens on Spotify.
Reaction Some critics were divided about the song. Some praised its funky element and energy while others deemed it too different from The Offspring's earlier punk sound.
Album Success The album "Conspiracy of One" that features "Original Prankster" was listed in Top 10 in various countries including the US, Canada, Australia, and was certified Platinum by RIAA.
Download Promotion The Offspring offered “Original Prankster” as a free download on their website prior to the album’s release, which was a novel promotional strategy at that time.
Controversy Some controversy surrounded the song because it marked a further departure from The Offspring's punk rock roots, delving more into pop punk and incorporating elements of rap.
Live Performance Despite initial mixed reactions, "Original Prankster" remains a firm favorite and is often performed at The Offspring's live concerts.
Soundtrack The song was used as a soundtrack in various films and video games, such as "Pauly Shore Is Dead" and "Crazy Taxi 3: High Roller."
Producing "Original Prankster" was produced by legendary music producer Brendan O'Brien, known for his work with bands such as Pearl Jam and Bruce Springsteen.
Certification In Canada, "Original Prankster" was certified Gold by the Canadian Recording Industry Association.
Album Artwork The artwork for "Conspiracy of One," the album featuring "Original Prankster," was created by British artist and illustrator Alan Forbes.
Lyrics The lyrics of "Original Prankster" encourage a youthful, rebellious spirit with lines like "you can do it, want nothing done, you can make it, and life's more fun."

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