Green Day - Fashion Victim Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is 'Fashion Victim' by Green Day about?

   'Fashion Victim' addresses the lengths people will go to be fashionable, often sacrificing their happiness and health. The song criticizes the superficiality and pressures of adhering to fashion trends, as embodied by a man in a vintage suit and a woman who struggles with anorexia.

2. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Fashion Victim'?

   The lyrics for 'Fashion Victim' were written by Green Day members Billie Joe Armstrong, Michael Pritchard (also known as Mike Dirnt), and Frank E. III Wright (also known as Tré Cool).

3. On which Green Day album is 'Fashion Victim' featured?

   'Fashion Victim' is a track from Green Day's sixth studio album, 'Warning,' which was released on October 3, 2000, by Reprise Records.

4. What instruments are featured in 'Fashion Victim'?

   Like many Green Day tracks, 'Fashion Victim' includes vocals by Billie Joe Armstrong, who also plays the guitar. Mike Dirnt handles the bass, and Tré Cool is on drums. The song maintains the band's punk rock instrumentation while incorporating the more acoustic elements found throughout the ‘Warning’ album.

5. What themes other than fashion does 'Fashion Victim' tackle?

   Besides fashion, 'Fashion Victim' touches on themes like consumerism, societal pressure, and personal identity. The lyrics discuss how people often sacrifice their genuine selves to conform to societal standards, leading to issues like anorexia and financial debt.

6. Was 'Fashion Victim' released as a single?

   No, 'Fashion Victim' was not released as a single. However, it is a notable track from the 'Warning' album, which also includes songs like 'Minority' and 'Macy's Day Parade,' both of which were released as singles.