The Middle - Jimmy Eat World - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"The Middle" by Jimmy Eat World was released on November 5, 2001, as the second single from their fourth album, Bleed American. Written by the band members Jim Adkins, Rick Burch, Zach Lind, and Tom Linton, the song was produced by Mark Trombino and Jimmy Eat World. It quickly became a major hit, reaching number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. It also performed well internationally, peaking at number 2 in Canada and achieving high positions in Australia, the UK, and other countries. The theme of "The Middle" is about self-acceptance and perseverance. Its lyrics, partly inspired by the band being dropped by Capitol Records in 1999, encourage listeners to stay true to themselves and not seek validation from others, emphasizing that things will get better with time. "The Middle" is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy guitar riffs, and memorable melody, combining elements of pop punk and alternative rock. It earned the band their commercial breakthrough, cementing their place in the early 2000s rock scene.