On My Playlist: Top 5 Blink 182 Songs

Blink 182 has been one of the best-known bands for more than two decades, with their infectious brand of pop punk with fun as well as moving lyrics and antics on stage. Original member and guitarist, Tom DeLonge, has since left the band and many fans believe it may never be the same again. Blink 182, with a new member, Matt Skiba will bring out a new album in the near future that might give rise to a number of fresh hits. For now, let us focus on what has made Blink great.
5. Carousel
This is one of Blink 182’s old school songs that got the attention of music lovers. The fast paced drumming and whiny vocals of Tom DeLonge make this a classic for Blink 182 fans. The beat and lyrical content (relationships) make for a song that is relatable to many. It has a very unpolished sound and that makes it that much more authentic and real.
4. Stay Together for the Kids
This song, off their 2001 album, “Take Off Your Pants and Jacket” is one that really hits home hard. Gone are the immature teenage lyrics and in are lyrics about divorce and its devastating consequences. In most situations it’s the kids who suffer as they are trapped in the middle of a ruined relationship.
3. All The Small Things
This quirky and exceptionally well-known song really put Blink 182 into the mainstream at the start of the new millennium. The catchy melody and chorus with its “na na na na na’s” quickly gets into your head – just like a pop song (only this time, with the added rock music qualities.)
2. What’s My Age Again?
This is another single from 1999 to hit major radio stations and gain worldwide acclaim. The music video is classic as the members of the band strut around town naked (with their privates blurred out, of course). The video and song are not supposed to be too serious and should be enjoyed on a musical level – which is pretty good, to say the least, with a great guitar melody and vocals from the bassist, Mark Hoppus.
1. Dammit
This is the number-one song for a number of reasons: Firstly, the song screams out everything good about the band, dual vocals, a great guitar riff, slow and fast parts and some thunderous drumming. Secondly, it speaks to the audience and resonates with the listener. “I guess that this is growing up” is a line that many of us will, or have faced, when taking life on the chin, and learning to stand up from it.