Discover the story of the song > Come Out and Play – The Offspring

The song warns about the dangers of gang violence and the importance of keeping different groups separated. The protagonist describes how gangs are taking over schools and how fights break out when different gang members mix. He advises to take action against those who disrespect or talk back to us, so we can keep everyone safe. Overall, the song advocates for non-violent conflict resolution and avoiding the cycle of death and hate that comes with gang violence.