Short Music For Short People
The song appeared on the 1999 compilation Short Music For Short People released by Fat Wreck Chords, featuring 100 punk songs that were 30 seconds or less. Clocking in at 39 seconds, "Out of Hand" was the longest song on the compilation.
Recording
The song was recorded at Greg Graffin's house (a.k.a. Polypterus studios) entirely by Greg himself. The drums were done with a drum computer.