Counterfeit - Limp Bizkit - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Counterfeit," released in 1997, is a single from Limp Bizkit's album Three Dollar Bill, Y’all$. This fiery track is a critique of inauthenticity and conformity, calling out individuals who wear "masks" to fit in or gain social advantage. Written by Fred Durst and the band, the song channels the aggressive energy of nu-metal, blending rap and heavy guitar riffs into a rebellious anthem. "Counterfeit" was part of a bold marketing experiment where Interscope Records paid for guaranteed radio airplay, sparking controversy but cementing the track's exposure. Its music video, featuring surreal imagery of transformation, underscored themes of self-identity and rejection of societal norms. Despite mixed critical reception at the time, "Counterfeit" has since been recognized as a standout track that introduced Limp Bizkit's polarizing yet impactful style to the world, setting the stage for their rise in the nu-metal scene.