Green Day Alters ‘Jesus of Suburbia’ Lyrics to Criticize JD Vance During Australian Concert

During a recent performance at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium, Green Day’s frontman, Billie Joe Armstrong, modified the lyrics of their song “Jesus of Suburbia” to voice criticism against Vice President JD Vance. Armstrong replaced the original line “Am I r-d or just overjoyed?” with “Am I r-d or am I just JD Vance?”

Additional Political Commentary

Beyond addressing Vance, Armstrong used the stage to express discontent with other political figures and current events. The performance included critiques of Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump, as well as expressions of support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts.

Green Day’s Tradition of Political Expression

Green Day has a longstanding history of embedding political commentary within their music. Throughout their career, they’ve addressed various societal issues and figures through their lyrics and performances, reflecting their commitment to using art as a platform for social and political discourse.

Upcoming Performances

Following their Australian tour, Green Day is scheduled to headline Coachella alongside other major artists in April.