Musical style.2C lyrical themes and influences Blink-182









blink-182 s music described pop punk, fusion music genre combines light characteristics of punk rock pop music, combining frustration , fast, sunny hooks . new york times writes band [took] punk s playful core , [gave] shiny, accessible polish. band considered alternative rock. blink-182 s albums such cheshire cat , dude ranch considered skate punk , punk rock. blink-182 emerged nurturing, slapstick southern california punk scene, playing groups guttermouth, nofx , vandals, band s sound criticized when achieved mainstream popularity several punk acts wished not associated band s music. band s sound evolved 2003 untitled effort, incorporated post-hardcore influences deeper, darker pop territory. neighborhoods, released in 2011, combines arena rock, hip hop , indie rock inspiration. sydney morning herald characterised band s sound mildly tough approach pop melodies decided adolescent spin .


common lyrical themes include love, family, friends, , relationships. in greater detail, includes adolescent aimlessness, broken hearts , general confusion on care , feeding of girls. lyrics in singles such s age again? reflect age , maturity, while more serious compositions such stay kids touch on subject of divorce. delonge said in 1999 interview goal remain sincere , relatable, noting band takes lyrics seriously. despite this, band gained reputation occasional lyrical toilet humor (take off pants , jacket). band members grew older, lyrical themes began reflect realities of adulthood, including relationship woes, daily pressures , unexpected hardships, prominently explored on blink-182 (2003). on neighborhoods, darker lyricism continues: themes concerning depression, addiction, loss , death inspired barker s plane crash , death of producer jerry finn.


the band has cited cure, descendents, bad religion, screeching weasel, all, face face, down law, pennywise, green day, vandals, operation ivy, generation x, ramones, fugazi , refused influences. members of band inspired several mid-1990s emo acts, prominently jimmy eat world , kids.








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