Graduate - Third Eye Blind - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Graduate" is a track by the American rock band Third Eye Blind from their 1997 eponymous debut album. The song was penned by the band's lead vocalist Stephan Jenkins and guitarist Kevin Cadogan, and produced by Stephan Jenkins with Eric Valentine. It was released as the album's second single on July 15, 1997. Its lyrics were influenced by the band's experiences in breaking into the music industry, comparing the process to a quest for validation, akin to a student seeking approval. Musically speaking, "Graduate" showcased the band's post-grunge leanings, pairing distorted guitars with high-energy vocals and a simple yet anthemic chorus. Shortly after its commercial release, "Graduate" reached Number 26 on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and Number 14 on the Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart. In 1998, the song's popularity was bolstered by a feature in the American romantic comedy Can't Hardly Wait.