Clocking in at roughly , the song is a rapid-fire example of early American hardcore punk.
: While Moby was famously "kicked out" of the band after this EP, his punk roots heavily influenced his later production philosophy, where he maintained a preference for the "raw energy" and "atmosphere" of early recordings. Legacy and Reunions Vatican Commandos Why Must I Follow
: For this recording, Moby (credited as "M.H.") played guitar alongside vocalist Chuck Wheat, bassist Jim Spadaccini, and drummer Chip Moody. Clocking in at roughly , the song is
: The band’s first releases were on the indie label Pregnant Nun Records, later becoming "holy grail" items for hardcore collectors. "Why Must I Follow?": The Track Breakdown Clocking in at roughly