Fall Out Boy covers Billy Joel's ‘We Didn't Start The Fire’ with updated lyrics

Fall Out Boy has taken on the challenge of delivering a millennial version of Billy Joel's iconic track "We Didn't Start The Fire." While some may argue that The 1975 song already achieved that, Fall Out Boy has taken a more literal approach. The emo superstars covered Joel's 1989 chart-topping smash, known for its rapid-fire string of Cold War-era historical references, and updated the lyrics to incorporate events from 1989 to the present.

One important detail to note is that the updated lyrics are not presented in chronological order, which has left some fans disappointed. For instance, mentioning LeBron James before Michael Jordan seems out of sync. However, overall, Fall Out Boy has done a commendable job covering the '90s, '00s, '10s, and even the '20s so far. Naturally, the references include Fall Out Boy's own rise to fame on MySpace, their peers My Chemical Romance's album "The Black Parade," and their hometown heroes, the Chicago Cubs, ending their historic World Series drought. The leadoff slot of the song even gives a shout-out to the environmental superhero Captain Planet.

Pete Wentz, bassist and lyricist of Fall Out Boy, took to Twitter to share his thoughts on the song. He wrote, "I thought about this song a lot when I was younger. All these important people and events—some that disappeared into the sands of time—others that changed the world forever. So much has happened in the span of the last 34 years—we felt like a little system update might be fun. Hope you like our take on it..."




Fans of Fall Out Boy can pre-order a limited edition 7" vinyl of "We Didn't Start The Fire" on the band's official website. The cover song showcases Fall Out Boy's knack for infusing their unique style into iconic tracks, creating a nostalgic yet fresh experience for listeners.

Fall Out Boy has continued to captivate audiences with their energetic performances and creative adaptations and this rendition of "We Didn't Start The Fire" has added another chapter to their musical journey. With their own twist on the classic, Fall Out Boy pays homage to the past while highlighting the significant moments that have shaped the millennial generation.

Here’s the new rendition of ‘We Didn’t Start The Fire’:

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