Jimmy Eat World - The Middle Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was 'The Middle' by Jimmy Eat World released?

   'The Middle' was released in October 2001 as the second single from their fourth album, Bleed American.

2. What chart positions did 'The Middle' achieve?

   'The Middle' reached number five on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 2002. It also topped the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and made it to the top 50 in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.

3. Who directed the music video for 'The Middle'?

   The music video for 'The Middle' was directed by Paul Fedor. It features a teenage boy at a party where everyone except him is in their underwear.

4. Why did Jimmy Eat World self-finance the recording of Bleed American?

   After being dropped by Capitol Records in 1999 due to a change in priorities, Jimmy Eat World decided to self-finance the recording of Bleed American to maintain creative control and ensure they could continue making music despite industry setbacks.

5. How did Taylor Swift relate to 'The Middle'?

   Taylor Swift mentioned that 'The Middle' was one of her favorite songs growing up because she never felt like she fit perfectly into any clique at school. She even rocked out to it in a commercial for Apple Music in 2016.

6. Which notable artist covered 'The Middle' during an after-party for the Oscars?

   A bootleg recording surfaced online showing Prince covering 'The Middle' at an after-party for the Oscars in 2009. Jim Adkins described hearing Prince's cover as 'such a trip.'