From here to the stars with my candy bars
Rides a kid with a knack for inventions
A super-powered mind, a mechanical canine
He rescues the day from sure destruction!
He’s gotta save the world and get to school on time
So many things to do and not much time!
So off the ground, up in the air
Out into the atmosphere
Who can we count on? Jimmy Neutron!
Who can we count on? Jimmy Neutron!
Who can we count on? Jimmy Neutron!
No matter where you are, you know he can’t be far
Watching the world through X-ray vision
And whenever he’s around, where adventure can be found
You know that Jimmy Neutron’s on a mission!
He’s gotta save the world and get to school on time
And not much time!
So off the ground, up in the air
Out into the atmosphere
Who can we count on? Jimmy Neutron!
Who can we count on? Jimmy Neutron!
Who can we count on? Jimmy Neutron!
It’s Jimmy Neutron!
Behind the Music: Meaning & Story
The Jimmy Neutron theme song is a high-octane pop-punk anthem that defines the early 2000s Nickelodeon era. Performed by Bowling for Soup, the track famously appeared on their 2005 album Bowling for Soup Goes to the Movies. The song captures the duality of the character: a boy genius with a “super-powered mind” who still has to worry about “getting to school on time.”
Created by John A. Davis, The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius was a spin-off of the 2001 Academy Award-nominated film. The series premiered in the UK on 17 December 2002 and ran for 61 episodes. The music, featuring a delightful score by Charlie Brissette, complemented the show’s mix of retro-futuristic invention and suburban comedy. The theme song’s lyrics explicitly mention Jimmy’s mechanical dog, Goddard, and his knack for saving Retroville from “sure destruction.”
Bowling for Soup’s signature energetic sound provided the perfect “brain blast” of energy for the show’s opening credits. Even though the series concluded on 25 November 2006, the theme remains an unforgettable piece of nostalgia for fans who grew up watching Jimmy, Carl, and Sheen blast off into the atmosphere. It stands as a testament to the show’s imaginative world and the enduring appeal of the kid who could solve any problem with a bit of science and a lot of heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who sang the Jimmy Neutron theme song?
The TV series theme was performed by the pop-punk band Bowling for Soup. The original movie version featured a version by Brian Causey.
What was Jimmy’s catchphrase before an invention?
Jimmy would famously shout “Gotta blast!” at the end of the theme song and “Brain Blast!” whenever he had a moment of scientific inspiration during an episode.
How many seasons of Jimmy Neutron are there?
There are three seasons total, followed by a spin-off series titled Planet Sheen.
