The Rock Show
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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 till 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 till 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 till 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
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Written by: Mark Hoppus, Thomas Delonge, Travis L. Barker
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Album"The Rock Show" is a song from the band's fourth studio album, "Take Off Your Pants and Jacket," which was released in 2001.
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Band MembersAt the time of recording "The Rock Show," the band's lineup consisted of Mark Hoppus on vocals and bass, Tom DeLonge on vocals and guitar, and Travis Barker on drums.
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CompositionThe song was written by the three band members – Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Travis Barker.
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Success"The Rock Show" climbed to number 2 on Billboard's Modern Rock Track Chart, demonstrating its mainstream success.
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Music VideoIts music video, directed by Richard Reines, showcases the band's comedic side as they received a budget of $500,000 to make a video and use it to cause chaos, including buying a car and destroying it, and throwing money from a building.
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Genre"The Rock Show" is caterogised under the pop punk genre, following the band's signature style.
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Live PerformancesThe song has remained a staple in Blink-182's live performances over the years.
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Lyric Inspiration"The Rock Show" lyrics were reportedly inspired by Hoppus and DeLonge's memories of attending punk rock concerts during their youth.
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AwardsIn 2001, the song won the Teen Choice Award for "Choice Rock Track."
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous bands, showcasing its popularity and influence in the music industry.
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Noteworthy RecognitionRolling Stone listed "The Rock Show" as one of the 50 Greatest Pop-Punk Albums, giving it longstanding recognition.
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LegacyAlmost two decades after its release, "The Rock Show" continues to be one of Blink-182's most recognized and popular songs.
13. Vinyl Release: The song was also featured on a limited edition 7" vinyl – a sought-after item among the band's fan base.
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