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Why Don't You Get A Job?


"Why Don't You Get a Job?" by The Offspring is originally in the key of C major. The song was released as a single in 1999 from their fifth studio album, "Americana." The Offspring, an American rock band, performed the song, and it was written by the band's lead vocalist and guitarist, Dexter Holland. The song's lyrics humorously address themes of laziness and financial dependency in relationships. Notably, the song's melody and structure have been compared to The Beatles' "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da." The melody is straightforward and catchy, featuring a repetitive chorus that contributes to its sing-along quality.