Studio Album · No. 4
Ixnay on the Hombre Songwriting Credits by The Offspring
Produced by Dave Jerden · Engineered by Bryan Carlstrom, Brian Jerden, Annette Cisneros, Dave Jerden
Columbia Records
Punk RockSkate PunkPop-PunkHardcore Punk
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 14 of 14 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 14 / 14 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 14 tracks with documented writers, by whether The Offspring carries a lyricist or composer credit.
14 trackswritten by The Offspring
0 tracksoutside writers
The Offspring's roles on this album
Share of the 14 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer0%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
14
Tracks
2
Lyricists
1
Producers
3.2 million
Worldwide Copies Sold
1997
Released
Data Insight
Ixnay on the Hombre was again written almost entirely by Dexter Holland, including 'All I Want' and the ballad 'Gone Away,' as the band's primary songwriter. It was their first major-label album, released on Columbia, and the first not produced by Thom Wilson; Dave Jerden took over production duties. Holland's songwriting carried the band's punk identity into a bigger-budget studio setting while keeping the melodic edge of Smash.
Track Listing & Credits 14 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Disclaimer
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 2 |
The Meaning of Life
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 3 |
Mota
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 4 |
Me & My Old Lady
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 5 |
Cool to Hate
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 6 |
Leave It Behind
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 7 |
Gone Away
#4
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 8 |
I Choose
#24
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 9 |
Intermission
|
Irving CaesarDexter Holland | Irving CaesarVincent YoumansBryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 10 |
All I Want
#13
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 11 |
Way Down the Line
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 12 |
Don't Pick It Up
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 13 |
Amazed
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
| 14 |
Change the World
|
Dexter Holland | Bryan Keith Holland | Dave Jerden | Dexter Holland (Lead Vocals) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 5 contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions Ixnay on the Hombre
Did The Offspring write Ixnay on the Hombre?
Yes. Dexter Holland wrote nearly all of the songs on Ixnay on the Hombre, both lyrics and music, continuing his role as the band's primary songwriter. The album includes his compositions 'All I Want' and 'Gone Away.'
Who produced Ixnay on the Hombre?
Dave Jerden produced Ixnay on the Hombre, marking the first Offspring album not produced by Thom Wilson. Jerden was known for his work with bands like Alice in Chains and Jane's Addiction.
Was Ixnay on the Hombre The Offspring's first major-label album?
Yes. Ixnay on the Hombre, released in 1997 on Columbia Records, was the band's first major-label album. It followed their breakthrough independent release Smash on Epitaph.
How did Gone Away chart?
'Gone Away' peaked at number 4 on the US Billboard Alternative Airplay chart and reached number 1 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, the band's first number 1 there. The track is one of the band's most enduring ballads.
How did All I Want perform on the charts?
'All I Want' peaked at number 13 on the US Billboard Alternative Airplay chart and number 18 on the Mainstream Rock chart. It was the lead single from Ixnay on the Hombre.
How many copies has Ixnay on the Hombre sold?
Ixnay on the Hombre has sold around 3.2 million copies worldwide and is certified Platinum by the RIAA in the United States. It performed well despite following the runaway success of Smash.