​311 and the Offspring Swap Covers of "Down" and "Self Esteem"

BY Sarah MurphyPublished Jul 20, 2018

Beastie Boys' favourite band 311 and molecular biologists the Offspring are about to embark on the joint "Never-ending Summer Tour," but before they hit the road, both groups have delivered fresh takes on each other's tunes.
 
311 have inflicted their white boy reggae vibes on "Self Esteem," while Dexter Holland and co. turn have turned "Down" into a rap/pop-punk disaster.
 
Who knew we'd be gaining appreciation for the original versions of "Down" and "Self Esteem" in the year 2018? But here we are.
 
Listen to both bands' totally unnecessary covers down below.
 

 

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