The Rock Show
The Rock Show

blink-182 - The Rock Show Lyrics

Imagine the thrill of youthful rebellion and the intoxicating rush of first love colliding under the neon lights of a summer concert. This anthem captures a snapshot of teenage life, where every moment is amplified by the pounding rhythms of punk rock. It… Read more

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The Rock Show Lyrics

Hanging out behind the club on the weekend
Acting stupid, getting drunk with my best friends
I couldn't wait for the summer and the warped tour
I remember it's the first time that I saw her there

She's getting kicked out of school 'cause she's failing
I'm kind of nervous 'cause I think all her friends hate me
She's the one, she'll always be there
She took my hand and that made it I swear

Because I fell in love with the girl at the rock show
She said, "What?" And I told her that I didn't know
She's so cool, I'm gonna sneak in through her window
Everything's better when she's around
I can't wait 'til her parents go out of town
I fell in love with the girl at the rock show

When we said we were gonna move to Vegas
I remember the look her mother gave us
Seventeen without a purpose or direction
We don't owe anyone a fucking explanation

I fell in love with the girl at the rock show
She said, "What?" And I told her that I didn't know
She's so cool, I'm gonna sneak in through her window
Everything's better when she's around
I can't wait 'til her parents go out of town
I fell in love with the girl at the rock show

Black and white picture of her on my wall
I waited for her call
She always kept me waiting
And if I ever got another chance
I'd still ask her to dance
Because she kept me waiting

I fell in love with the girl at the rock show
She said, "What?" And I told her that I didn't know
She's so cool, I'm gonna sneak in through her window
Everything's better when she's around
I can't wait 'til her parents go out of town
I fell in love with the girl at the rock show

With the girl at the rock show
With the girl at the rock show

(I'll never forget tonight) with the girl at the rock show
(I'll never forget tonight) with the girl at the rock show
(I'll never forget tonight) with the girl at the rock show
(I'll never forget tonight) with the girl at the rock show

Writer(s): Mark Hoppus, Thomas Delonge, Travis L. Barker
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Hipgnosis Songs Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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What is the Meaning of The Rock Show?

Imagine the thrill of youthful rebellion and the intoxicating rush of first love colliding under the neon lights of a summer concert. This anthem captures a snapshot of teenage life, where every moment is amplified by the pounding rhythms of punk rock. It tells the tale of a boy who falls head over heels for a girl he meets at a concert, navigating the chaos of adolescence with wild abandon. Their romance is spontaneous and reckless, marked by sneaking through windows and dreaming big without caring about consequences. It's about living in the moment, cherishing every second spent together while defying societal expectations. #TeenageLove #PunkRockRomance #YouthfulRebellion #LiveForTheMoment

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was 'The Rock Show' by blink-182 released?

    'The Rock Show' was released as the lead single from blink-182's fourth studio album, 'Take Off Your Pants and Jacket,' on May 7, 2001.

  2. What inspired the song 'The Rock Show'?

    'The Rock Show' was inspired by blink-182's early days touring punk rock clubs, particularly SOMA in San Diego. The song reflects their experiences and memories of playing at these venues.

  3. Who primarily wrote 'The Rock Show'?

    'The Rock Show' was primarily written by bassist Mark Hoppus. It was composed quickly in response to the band's manager suggesting that the album lacked a catchy, feel-good song.

  4. What is notable about the music video for 'The Rock Show'?

    The music video for 'The Rock Show,' directed by The Malloys, features the band spending a large budget frivolously on random acts like trashing trains and TVs, taking homeless people to a day spa, and hiring strippers to mow lawns. The band's intention was to push back against their label's suggestions.

  5. How did 'The Rock Show' perform on music charts?

    'The Rock Show' peaked at number two on Billboard’s Modern Rock Tracks chart and reached number fourteen in the United Kingdom. It became one of the most successful singles from the album 'Take Off Your Pants and Jacket.'

  6. What other songs were created under similar circumstances as 'The Rock Show'?

    'First Date,' another hit single from the same album, was also written quickly in response to their manager's request for catchy singles. Guitarist Tom DeLonge wrote it around the same time Mark Hoppus wrote 'The Rock Show.'

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