If you’ve been dying for some new Green Day, the band just dropped their latest single, “I’m Never Gonna R.I.P.” and honestly? It’s a total blast.

It’s the lead track from the upcoming movie Nimrods, and it’s a massive departure from their usual sound. Instead of the typical 90s/00s punk vibe, the guys channeled some serious 1950s rock ’n’ roll. Think early Elvis or Chuck Berry—it’s got that raw, stomp-along energy that feels weirdly perfect for a band that’s been doing this for decades. It’s catchy, loud, and sounds like something meant to be blasted in a car with the windows down.

What’s the deal with Nimrods?

“I’m Never Gonna R.I.P.” is going to be the centerpiece of the soundtrack for their new movie, Nimrods, which hits theaters on August 14, 2026.

The movie is a total love letter to the band’s early days—that gritty, DIY era when they were just hauling gear in a cramped van trying to make it. The plot follows three friends who go on a chaotic road trip across the U.S. because they think they’ve landed a gig opening for Green Day on New Year’s Eve. It’s got a stacked cast too, including Mason Thames, Mckenna Grace, Fred Armisen, and even Jenna Fischer.

Why you should care about the soundtrack

If you’re a completionist, the Nimrods soundtrack (dropping July 31) is going to be a must-have. It’s not just one song—it’s a massive 30-track collection that mixes:

• A ton of the band’s biggest hits.

• Four live tracks recorded at the Palladium in L.A. that sound incredible.

• New music from other artists like Ultra Q and Mckenna Grace.

Where to catch it

The single is out now on all the usual streaming platforms. If you want the full experience, check out the music video on YouTube—it definitely captures that retro aesthetic they’re going for with the new sound.

I’m personally pretty pumped for the movie. There’s something about a band like Green Day making a film about the “small van” days that feels like it’s going to have a lot of heart (and probably a lot of bad decisions).