Main Offender
The Hives
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10 facts about this song
Band Origin"Main Offender" is a track by The Hives, a Swedish rock band that was formed in Fagersta, Sweden, in 1993. The band is known for its punk rock and garage rock revival style.
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Album ContributionThe song is a part of the album "Veni Vidi Vicious," which was the Hives' second studio album, released in April 2000.
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Chart Performance"Main Offender" managed to reach number 24 on the UK Singles Chart and number 43 on the Australian ARIA singles chart, demonstrating the band's international appeal.
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Critical SuccessThe song has been critically acclaimed for its energy, catchy riffs, and its punk rock sound, which brought the band to the forefront of the garage rock revival movement in the early 2000s.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Main Offender" features the members of the band performing in a room filled with black and white stripes, matching the band's typical black and white dress code.
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Live Performances"Main Offender" has become one of The Hives' most popular live songs, often being played towards the end of their sets due to its high energy.
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Pop Culture ImpactThe song has been featured in several video games like "Rock Band," "SSX 3," and "Burnout 3: Takedown," helping to push its popularity further.
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Song's MessageThe song’s lyrics imply a defiance against social expectations, a common theme in punk rock music, wherein the protagonist continues to be himself despite being labeled the "main offender."
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Band's Evolution"Main Offender" served as a signature song for The Hives and played a significant role in their rise to fame, helping to shape their garage punk style in the following years.
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Notable PerformancesThe band played "Main Offender" when they made their US television debut on the Late Show with David Letterman in 2002, which significantly increased their fame in the States.
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