Ixnay on the Hombre

"Ixnay on the Hombre" is the fourth studio album by American punk rock band The Offspring. Released in February 1997, it was the band's first album released on Columbia Records after leaving Epitaph Records.

The title "Ixnay on the Hombre" combines Pig Latin (Ixnay, a garbled take on the word "nix") and Spanish (Hombre, man) to mean "down with The Man" or "f**k authority". The title is consistent with the band's style, often marked by rebellion and dissent.

The album was produced by Dave Jerden, who previously worked with Alice in Chains and Jane's Addiction. Musically, "Ixnay on the Hombre" presented a slightly darker and more intricate sound compared to the straightforward punk sound of their previous album "Smash" (1994). The album's singles "All I Want," "Gone Away," and "I Choose" received significant airplay on mainstream radio and the music channel MTV.

"Ixnay on the Hombre" received generally positive reviews from critics upon its release. Despite not matching the commercial success of its predecessor "Smash," it was a considerable success, selling over three million copies worldwide. This includes being certified platinum in the United States, indicating over one million copies sold.

The album’s lyrical content incorporates humor and sarcasm, while processes themes like failed relationships, socio-political commentary, and personal woes. The album cover features a stylish gilded skeleton against a black background.