The song had moderate success, reaching number 22 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks list in 2002.

in Jacksonville, Florida, who became so frustrated with his inability to play what he wants that he moves to Mexico and gets his freedom back.

"[1] The song was banned by many stations owned by Clear Channel Communications for being "anti-radio.

"[3] Billboard's Chuck Taylor called it "the most inspiring song in years from a man who has pretty much seen it all.

"[4] In the Simpsons episode "How I Spent My Strummer Vacation", Homer receives songwriting lessons from Tom Petty.