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blink-182 – First Date (Official Video)

A song by Blink-182, a three-piece rock band known as a quintessential pop-punk act whose activities have even drawn in street culture as a whole.

Included on their fourth album, Take Off Your Pants and Jacket, this track also became a hit in Japan, so many of you may have heard it.

Kicking off with a driving drum fill and moving into a bright guitar riff, the intro perfectly embodies the exhilarating feel of pop punk.

It’s a signature song that can be considered a pop-punk standard, which surged in popularity around the year 2000, and it remains a staple in their live shows.

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blink-182 – I Miss You (Official Video)

A karaoke song by blink-182 whose driving sound and punk-rock-centered performance create a sense of comfort.

Its flashy appeal reliably fuels late-night excitement, letting you lose yourself in a melodious world.

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blink-182 – All The Small Things (Official Music Video)

All the Small Things, the pop-punk milestone unleashed by American rock band Blink-182.

Many of you can probably still vividly recall the simple yet powerful power-chord riff that rings out from the intro.

There’s a well-known story that the song was written with a radio hit in mind, but in fact it has a very romantic background! The lyrics were a gift from band member Tom DeLonge to his then-girlfriend, expressing gratitude for small gestures of love—like “leaving roses on the stairs.” It’s uplifting to hear everyday little joys sung out boldly over straightforward power chords.

A true classic where the powerful sound and heartfelt message match perfectly—a song in which power chords truly shine.

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blink-182 – What’s My Age Again? (Official Music Video)

Not only were they the spark that ignited the early-2000s pop-punk boom, but considering that in the 2020s it’s not uncommon for Gen Z artists to make their debut with support from Blink-182’s drummer Travis Barker, it’s fair to say Blink-182’s influence is greater than many might imagine.

Of course, plenty of Japanese musicians also openly cite them as an influence.

Blink-182’s breakout record, Enema of the State—released in 1999 and boasting worldwide sales of 15 million—was their third album.

Among a tracklist packed with signature cuts and live staples, let’s spotlight the classic “What’s My Age Again?,” also famous for its absurd music video featuring the band members sprinting naked through the streets.

Garish album art and a general air of goofing around aside, the song is striking for its simple yet unforgettable, bittersweet arpeggios and a melody that feels nostalgic.

In contrast to the immature music video, the lyrics—depicting a protagonist chastised by those around him for not growing up—are intriguing.

You can clearly see how their style went on to influence the poppier strains of emo from the 2000s onward.

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blink-182 – Adam’s Song

I never thought I’d die alone—that’s Blink-182’s “Adam’s Song.” It’s such a downbeat track that it’s even been used as background music by people contemplating suicide, and its content expresses a farewell between oneself and the world.

In the voice singing “It’s too sad to go on living,” you can hear a desperate cry from a painful life.

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blink-182 – Always (Official Video)

A song released as a single in 2004 by the American rock band Blink-182.

Influenced by the 1980s, it features heavy guitars and a sound characterized by new wave synthesizers.

The music video features Australian pop singer Sophie Monk.

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blink-182 – Dammit

A track released in 1997 by the American rock band Blink-182.

It is said that bassist Mark Hoppus wrote the track in about five minutes.

It has been used in many forms of media, starting with the 1998 teen film “Can’t Hardly Wait.”