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Discover the story of the song > Hitchin’ a Ride – Green Day

Who sang Hitchin' a Ride?

Green Day released the song Hitchin' a Ride. Date of release: 1997.

Release date: 1997

Duration: 02:51

The story of the song ' Hitchin' a Ride '

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The meaning of the song 'Hitchin' a Ride ', based on the lyrics

What is Hitchin’ a Ride about?

🎶 Hitchin’ a Ride song analysis

The protagonist is looking to get to happy hour and mentions his need to drink. He is struggling with an addiction and mentions the negative physical effects it has on him. He admits that he is out of it and doesn't know where to go.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘Hitchin’ a Ride’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.

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Green Day - Short Biography

Green Day is a highly influential rock band that formed in California in 1987 as a power trio consisting of Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and John Kiffmeyer, before Tré Cool replaced Kiffmeyer in 1990. The band was originally called Sweet Children and was part of the Bay Area punk scene, releasing its first songs on Lookout! Records. However, it was their debut album, Dookie, that marked their mainstream success, selling over 10 million copies in the United States. Green Day is often credited with helping to popularize interest in punk rock, along with other California punk bands.

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"Hitchin' a Ride" is a popular song by American rock band Green Day. It was released as the first single from their fifth album, Nimrod, in August 1997. The song was the second track on the album and peaked at number five on the U.S. Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart, number nine on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, and number 25 on the British Singles chart. The song has a driving beat and lyrics that describe the feeling of wandering and searching for something in life.

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