Out of Control (Hoobastank song)

"Out of Control" is a song by American rock band Hoobastank, released as the lead single from their second studio album, The Reason (2003). It charted at No. 16 on the US Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and at No. 9 on the US Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart.

"Out of Control"
The cover features the band inside a glass room with bright lights behind them.
Single by Hoobastank featuring Ian Watkins and Jamie Oliver
from the album The Reason
ReleasedNovember 4, 2003
GenreAlternative metal[1]
Length2:44
LabelIsland
Songwriter(s)
  • Dan Estrin
  • Chris Hesse
  • Markku Lappalainen
  • Doug Robb
Hoobastank featuring Ian Watkins and Jamie Oliver singles chronology
"Remember Me"
(2002)
"Out of Control"
(2003)
"The Reason"
(2004)
Music video
"Out of Control" on YouTube

Feature edit

Welsh alternative metal band Lostprophets’ frontman Ian Watkins and turntablist Jamie Oliver made a guest appearance, singing on the song’s chorus.[2]

Music video edit

The music video was directed by Nathan Cox.[3] It features the group going into a club and performs while getting dizzy as crowds cheer them on.

Charts edit

Weekly charts edit

Chart (2003–2004) Peak
position
US Alternative Airplay (Billboard)[4] 9
US Mainstream Rock (Billboard)[5] 16

Year-end charts edit

Chart (2004) Position
US Modern Rock Tracks (Billboard)[6] 57

References edit

  1. ^ "Hoobastank Rock and Reel in 'Out of Control' Video". MTV.
  2. ^ "Hoobastank Heist a Pawn Shop in a Dark new Video".
  3. ^ "Nathan Cox Credits". Nathan Cox. Archived from the original on August 20, 2011. Retrieved July 5, 2023.
  4. ^ "Hoobastank Chart History (Alternative Airplay)". Billboard.
  5. ^ "Hoobastank Chart History (Mainstream Rock)". Billboard.
  6. ^ "2004 The Year in Charts: Most-Played Modern Rock Songs". Billboard Radio Monitor. Vol. 12, no. 51. December 17, 2004. p. 29.