🎵 Blink 182 - Adam's Song REACTION

[@travisgreene3509]

‘I’m too depressed to go on, you’ll be sorry when I’m gone.’ Lex: 😁

[@nezofficial9860]

😂😂😂🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@yenlard6683]

🤦‍♂️

[@victoreem2]

😂💥👈

[@pipthegooner]

LOOOL 😭😂🤣

[@golie456]

All the songs go over her head haha

[@phardiman84]

The 3rd verse always hits hard, especially ending it with "please tell mom this is not her fault". Hands up if that resonates with you. Oof.

[@HorizonMelt]

God, yeah. So agree. Feels like a punch in the heart

[@jockeyladjockeylad8492]

I spent a long long time thinking very dark thoughts - part of what pulled me out of it was the thought of someone having to tell my Mother that I was gone - my utterly blameless unfailingly kind Mother who doesn't have a bad bone in her body. This rufty-tufty biker is leaking from his eyes a little bit even after all these years at the thought of putting my Mother through that kind of trauma. If you are thinking dark thoughts reach out & find someone to talk to. There will always be someone ready to talk, you are not on your own & the Sun will come out again.

[@jeffjohnson8697]

Everytime I hear that line i get a little choked up.

[@nomadslucky1765]

It hit hard.

[@cheebee9684]

@@jockeyladjockeylad8492 love 🖤 thank you homie

[@gork8468]

Mostly it is what it sounds like: a suicide note. That said, I think the last verse where they change up from seeing the best days behind them to the best days ahead of them is intended to show that depression can be beat.

[@gabrielmiles5622]

Finally. A take that doesn't suck.

[@Iceypatek]

Yes if you notice towards the end he starts saying a more positive outlook on his life.

[@scottfrench4139]

Or that death will bring that joy.

[@cptmuska]

you can read Adams note search it.

[@lordofswarm538]

Or can be overlooked and end in tragedy.... Either are just as likely, as is the purpose of the song, in my opinion... When it comes to the men around you, you may never know who you have come close to losing in your life.

[@yoyo480]

"The story behind that is Mark read a letter someone sent him as an email, that a kid wrote before he committed suicide to his parents. We kind of got together and wrote this sad, slow song. It came out sadder than we ever thought it would, which is good too. Any song that moves you is good. Some people listen to it and go 'Wow, that's a real bum-out of a song.' But it's one of those things, a story of a kid not being happy in his life, crossed with us being really lonely on tour. At the end of it there's a better way out, there are better things to do than kill yourself."

[@simoneverill1572]

I was gonna say the same thing man. Really sad song but alot can relate

[@pleasehelp2446]

The band took something tragic and paid homage to it but also made it a song that showed others when they need help

[@Spedly]

The song is about Mark becoming depressed while on tour

[@jakewlord23]

i thought it was about marks experience during everytime they are done touring, he has no one to come home to not like tom and the other bandmates

[@borebowoolgold]

@@Spedly that too

[@leeke5910]

Her smile and bob to this song shows she doesnt understand 😢

[@Suburbannite]

"i took my time i hurried up the choice was mine i didnt think enough" line near the beginning of this song is a reference to a nirvana song called "come as you are" where kurt cobain says "take your time, hurry up, the choice is yours dont be late"

[@BrokenGodEnt]

Was looking for this comment.

[@twopointoooh]

I’ve always thought that. Didn’t know if it was just a coincidence though as it’s fitting.

[@KiIIua_]

Adam's Song, Shadow Of The Day by Linkin Park, Hurt by NIN, Perfect by Simple Plan, Today by Smashing Pumpkins, Pieces by Sum 41...I spent many days in my room listening to these songs and I still kinda do but only to reminisce on those dark days haha. Thank you for the reaction.

[@White-Silent]

Millencolin : The Ballad

[@SlymeCookies88]

Damn, same here! I know all those songs by heart

[@Axetwin]

This song perfectly represents what it's like to be suicidal. To the people only paying attention to the surface notes, that person sounds sound happy, they sound normal. Meanwhile that person has an internal battle where that depression is digging them deeper and deeper, only focusing the negative. Focusing on the minor "screw ups" in their past. The only reprieve comes in those moments where they make half hearted attempts to end it. This is a very bittersweet song for those that know the pain. They know it and have survived it, or they know it because they're still going through it.

[@BerishStarr]

Well said! I remember my half hearted attempts...three times I "failed". But most of all I remember the pain.

[@Sidraughen]

I've suffered from depression all my teenage and adult life. You get to be a good actor so you don't worry your friends and family.

[@Pxtwny_chill]

These guys changed my life with their music. One of my favorite bands of all time. Prayers for Mark Hoppus in his battle with cancer, I love that guy ❤

[@chrilewcifer1233]

Mark recently announced he is cancer free!

[@taniele84]

This and “I miss you” are my two all time favorite songs from these guys. Great reaction y’all!

[@scottfrench4139]

Blink-182's greatest moment.

[@ericpilzner9997]

The greatest moment to be alive the mid 90s, man we were at apex civilization then.

[@heavymetal116]

"I took my time, I hurried up. The choice was mine" is a reference to Nirvana's Come As You Are line "Take your time, hurry up. The choice is yours.."

[@lavenderllamamusic]

When that piano comes in during the bridge, it takes me back to middle school. I think that's when the childlike sound in this one is most prominent. It's sort of playful. Those were much better times for sure. But i like how the last verse and chorus flips it into a positive outlook of having something to look forward to

[@Bolverine]

Adam is a kid who survived the Columbine shootings in Colorado to later die to suicide. "We couldn't wait to get outside" is a reference to them making it out of the high-school.

[@amyhuggins9920]

“I miss you” is a must react! I am and have been ever since they came on the scene, OBSESSED with lead singer, Mark’s voice. I know he had stage 4 cancer, and he’s doing great now. Another miracle. Touched by the hand of Jesus!

[@langlsd1604]

This songs makes me cry every time I hear it. The line “Please tell mom it’s not her fault” gets me every time. I grew up a momma’s boy, so that line hits me hard.

[@heathcornbeef]

Gets me to brother this song came out about 18 months after my girlfriend hang herself 25 year's old still BUMS ME OUT

[@brigette70]

This song really gets me, too. This was my boy's favorite song, favorite band. He passed almost eight years ago at 19. Not a suicide, but an accidental overdose. I haven't listened to the song in quite awhile. Hearing it now helps release some of those emotions that I hold so deep inside. 🤍🤍🤍 Thanks for listening, Brad and Lex!

[@jacket5456]

@@brigette70 I'm so sorry you lost your boy like that. I struggle with addiction issues and I'm about that age. Please know that your boy didn't die for nothing, his story and others like his are what is making me become a healthy person. A lot of people say "How many people have to die this way for it to stop?" And the answer is unending, every drug induced death saves a life while also taking a life.

[@brigette70]

@@jacket5456 You don't know how much your words mean to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! It's been a real struggle without him, but he was good and kind and loving, and I know that he had purpose. Your kind message is clarifying that for me today. I love to hear that you are finding your way. I know that it's rough out there. Stay focused and know that, with each day, you are stronger than the day before. And know that you are an amazing and beautiful person. I will keep you in my happy thoughts. Thank you, again, so much! ❤

[@heathcornbeef]

@@brigette70 I've lost more friends to suicide and overdoses than all other causes put together mental health services or lack of are a big part of why there NOT here anymore.im very sorry for your loss the thought of lossing one of my three boy's is the thing of nightmares. Kia Kaha (be strong) happy thoughts coming your way from down here at the bottom of the earth no no not Australia keep looking down a bit bit more there ya are Kia ora (hello from Aotearoa new zealand)

[@MagatsuUjio]

This song wrecks me, and y’all just like “huh”

[@HorizonMelt]

I think I just heard one of my favorite things/observations from Lex.: " That sounds like childhood". It seems like the singer is coming from the point of view of someone who is taking his own young life. He has a couple moments of reflection but being so young he doesn't have a whole lot of memories to flash back. To a little kid, something like spilling apple juice in the hall is one of the bigger deals.

[@react2reactions246]

This hit at JUST the right time in my life, and I can still feel it all these years later

[@MISSJONASFOREVER2]

Her smile throughout a song like this is creepy AF

[@amyhuggins9920]

Yes!!! What’s my name again!!! Great suggestion!!

[@joshualacombe5834]

This song was written by Mark, he was on tour and depressed. The last verse is actually positive. If you listen, it says how we all have bouts of depression, but we can survive it. Re-listen with that in mind!!

[@damonhines8187]

How can I make this sound fun?? How do we do it? VOLUME! Chirpy cheers children. We all retain a little....person, within. Like the Roman ref.: "veni, vidi, vici." Not so much, ya take 'em where ya find 'em, clutch 'em close. 'Til it's time to go, if they come back, they're....smart. ?

[@williamozdal7442]

This song always gets me in the feels. Struggling through life as one does, a lot of emotions come to the surface at various points in this song. So much so that I usually have to follow it up with a more positive song 😅 As for the title, the band read about someone (presumably names adam although I don’t recall if that was his actual name) who offer themselves and left a note for their family. It’s a tribute to that person and anyone else out there feeling alone or forgotten.

[@exitscreaming4637]

" in the feels " ?

[@matthewbarton782]

"Stay together for the kids" is another great dramatic song from the band about divorce and a separated family. Blink could definitely bring a fun, and heavy side of their music.

[@chrispiper3891]

This isn't about suicide, it's about deciding not to commit suicide chosing life instead. In the last verse the beat picks up and the lyrics change from past tense to future.

[@MickeyValenz]

It's funny that Lex mentioned U2 because Tom from Blink 182 started another band called angels & airwaves and some of their songs have a very U2ish sound

[@Xalocin]

This song is so good. Blink 182 in general had nothing but bangers during that time in particular

[@popskustom7382]

Got to do “stay together for the kids”.

[@720kla]

This is my fav blink song. It always makes me cry but I always listen anyway

[@amyhuggins9920]

Right back to college!

[@MalevolentProphecies]

While touring, Mark experienced a sense of loneliness and became homesick. For him, this was somewhat melancholic, because although his band mates, Tom & Travis had girlfriends to return home to, he did not and would be returning to an empty house. This song is about touring and the loneliness bands feel while away from home, but the spin is that in this song there’s nothing at home to return to. Many interpret the song to be about suicide. It’s actually not. The band have stated that it’s message is in fact anti-suicide. Rumours circled that while writing the song, Mark was inspired by a teen suicide note he read in a magazine. Even Wikipedia states that as fact, however it’s never been confirmed and honestly, magazines don’t publish suicide notes. No record of the alleged publication has never been identified. Adding to the speculation of the suicide theme is the death of Greg Barnes, a teenage student of Columbine High School who hung himself at 17 years old and allegedly was found with this song playing repeat on a nearby stereo.

[@mikeblanchard7579]

Actually it was inspired by a suicide note that was sent to Mark via e mail. Both Mark and Tom have stated this. But yes it's also a play on Mark's depression at the time......The story behind the song is Mark read a letter someone sent him as an email, that a kid wrote before he committed suicide to his parents. We kind of got together and wrote this sad, slow song. It came out sadder than we ever thought it would, which is good too. Any song that moves you is good. Some people listen to it and go 'Wow, that's a real bum-out of a song.' But it's one of those things, a story of a kid not being happy in his life, crossed with us being really lonely on tour. At the end of it there's a better way out, there are better things to do than kill yourself." TOM DeLONGE interview 2006

[@xDarkTrinityx]

@@mikeblanchard7579 That was the story I heard

[@seantimmons5900]

Stated elsewhere but it's anti-suicide inasmuch as it talks in the end about positivity. But the song itself is about suicidal thoughts. Hard not to get that.

[@Jjoker74]

Sometimes the sad depressing songs are the best. They are filled with real personal emotion and energy, that most of us can relate to. It feels good to be moved, even if it's to tears.

[@ronparsons8786]

The piano breakdown in this song is great

[@raymondrochajr9621]

Thanks for sharing guys! Cool song

[@vgaportauthority9932]

I listened to this so much back in my younger years when bipolar disorder was extremely likely to kill me off. Still makes me cry a bit to this very day, cause it's so reflective of the life I lived.. And the life I still live I guess, in terms of solitude and passing my time in "my room" alone. Gone from my mom's basement to my own living room, so that's a step up at lest.. ...I overshare sorry.

[@chadwellington2524]

dont be sorry good luck in this life man, you're good

[@PyreOManiac]

If oversharing helps you feel better, then hey, I'm all ears, I hope you go on living man, and good luck in your future endeavours.

[@surfgreenfender123]

Was just looking up blink 182 because I've been a huge fan forever. Really made my day to see you guys enjoy this timeless classic. They've got tons of great songs. Both of you seem like really great people, I'll be looking for your other videos!

[@sanben86]

NIRVANA - COME AS YOU ARE: Take your time, hurry up Choice is yours, don't be late BLINK 182 - ADAM´S SONG: I took my time, I hurried up The choice was mine, I didn't think enough

[@A2Z83]

Its interesting you hear U2 in there. Green Day has a similar sound to Blink182 and they used to tell people they sounded like U2 because they couldnt think of another way to describe their sound since it wasnt mainstream yet.

[@conors4430]

Got into these guys in 2002. This was a banger, then. Especially for your teenage and young adult years. The lead singer Mark wrote it because he was young and lonely and didn’t have a girlfriend, and thought that what he had in life would be what he would have for the rest of his life, which was depressing. Which we all go through at times. But then the very last Chorus is the realisation that it’s a struggle that can be beaten.

[@pleasehelp2446]

"I couldn't wait to pass the time in my room alone" that's something that still affects me to this day. I'm highly introverted to the point that I have generalized anxiety disorder, almost agoraphobia. And not being able to leave your house because of fear of people judging you sucks.

[@MickeyValenz]

Brings me way back

[@Sharpester]

This was my favorite Blink song.

[@Kettlecadd]

I went to high school with the Adam that this song is about he had cancer and Blink and one of my friends bands played at his benefit concert at my school

[@burghsportsfan17]

This is my favorite song ever. Adams Song was inspired by a suicide note singer/bassist Mark Hoppus read about in a magazine. Also, drew inspiration he was feeling of loneliness and isolation while on tour.

[@terryarnold1343]

So glad you guys did a blink 182 song, seen a ton of your videos.

[@garycoates4987]

Believe it or not, this song really reflects the mood of a lot of people who self harm, sometimes they seem hyper and elated after they've made the decision, it's really heartbreaking to anyone who's known someone who has depression and self harm issues, you just don't know what your friends are going through sometimes they hide it until it's too late

[@oremusj]

Spot on unfortunately

[@johnbrookes4892]

i love you guys reactions, Lex always has big smiles and bops away, and brad you always look like you thinking it all thru - perfect combo x

[@stevenbethel1351]

Gotta do more blink! Good stuff haha

[@Suburbannite]

the "please tell mom this is not her fault" line cuts deep to anyone hearing it lol

[@coopsnz1]

Blink 182 - together for the kids

[@moleman1976]

This song hit me at just the right time in my life. The last verse helped me immensely at a time when I was seriously struggling. I'll always tear up when I hear it.

[@sambeckingsale2542]

Alanis Morissette - Thank U - 7/24/1999 - Woodstock 99 East Stage (Official)

[@thisandthat7927]

Gotta do more blink they have a deep catalog of good songs

[@MickeyValenz]

Blink started as a funny immature pop punk band that liked to make poo poo jokes. But as they got older they started writing more serious songs with more sombre lyrics. You might like "Miss You" and " Stay Together for the Kids"

[@DarkAngel1985Mike]

As someone who has dealt with depression and suicide attempts this song hits me deep

[@davidsantos9273]

For people who think that turning up your headphones is going to cause damage to your ears,15 years drowning out the world with music like this and my hearing is as sharp as my vision20/20. That’s how this music is meant to be heard if ur not blasting music don’t listen to Blink182

[@jeffreekoch9298]

Punk rock usually has an upbeat happy sound especially pop punk. Sometimes some of their songs have deep meaning. Melancholy would be the word, mood? This is a sad song. Should've listen to more of their happier songs and funny ones. 🎶 U2 is post-punk alt rock. Similar feel. Yall correct. Post-punk bands like The Cure, Joy Division, The Killers, Bloc Party, etc.

[@Meanfromeindhoven]

I love that even is still song about suicide,loneliness etc the last chorus is awesomely positive

[@skynetterminatort100]

New found glory - my friends over you

[@steves.6519]

This is one of those reactions where the video version helps lend a LOT towards understanding the content/message.

[@cereal-killer4455]

Such a heavy song to cover. None of Blinks other songs are this dark but they did it for a reason and they did it beautifully musically but didn’t make it campy, just called it Adam’s song

[@jahrolo]

Another one that brings back all sorts of memories from my teenage years... I still have the album :)

[@thegimp7796]

Janine lindemulder tho

[@Anarch44]

The good days

[@_LVC]

Try the song Jumper by Third eye blind

[@Leah-xu2fd]

Loved them in high school. Can't wait until my kids are teens and require mood music. Adore this band.

[@VIDK1D]

Lex, so cute describing stuff with a smile on your face, “I never thought, I’d die alone” 😅

[@dom19945]

This is one of those songs that shouldn’t be such a bop, but it is.

[@Steve-Richards]

how many awesome songs your have? Blink-182: Yes

[@kylestrain3231]

I loved Blink back in the day.

[@da_uno]

This song is incredibly anti-suicide.

[@keithferris9574]

Blink 182 is actually a phenomenal songwriting band.

[@777franky]

Adam (maybe its a fictional name) was a huge fan of Blink 182. and he write a letter before he suicide and her mother discover the letter and send it to Blink 182 an they made a song (maybe its a not the exact word but ....). Sad song but good song also

[@exitscreaming4637]

Though "Adam's Song" deals with the theme of a suicide, it was supposed to be a life-affirming song, but to Blink-182's horror, this song was found playing on repeat when Greg Barnes, a teenage survivor of the Columbine massacre in Colorado, hanged himself in May 2000. Tom DeLonge stated: It affected us really strongly because that song was a song of hope. When we were writing it, we knew specifically that we did not want kids to think it was something that we thought was cool or rad. We didn't endorse it in any way. "

[@A2Z83]

same thing happened with Good Charlotte and their similar themed song which was also meant to be positive. It was even called "Hold On". After that happened they made a music video that had clips edited in throughout the song that stopped the music and had people saying things to further drive that "it gets better" point.

[@joshuamcmillin7631]

My favorite band growing up

[@Brandon-mx3zx]

great but sad song.

[@JonnyPhive]

Funny that Lexx made the U2 connection, Tom Delonge the higher pitched of the two singers/Guitarist, his other band Angels & Airwaves is massively influenced by U2's early space rock aesthetic.

[@chrisgolledge4283]

I'm sure I remember hearing that they never intended it to come off so sad. One of their great songs and the total album "Enema of the state" is what really put Blink on the map.

[@yogacholandha]

It IS a depressing song.

[@richminor3081]

'' Everybody feels everything '' ! Words to live by ! 😍

[@chetotcg]

Blink 182 is such a legendary band..

[@williamkramer9731]

And over 20 years later in a song dealing with depression and suicide guys I pick up on the Cobain reference.... Holy fuck..... How did I miss that all these years

[@terryarnold1343]

Lex just seems like the happiest person in the world.

[@NOAHCASAS]

🎶BLINK 182 ~ STAY TOGETHER FOR THE KIDS🎶

[@lanoflores]

This whole album really spoke to our youth....it covered every emotion a teenager felt, love, partying, break ups, loneliness happy, and sad, ...this is why they connected well with their audience, kids would hear this album and think, wow! It is t just me that feels this way

[@danielharris4913]

I listened to this song in my worst growing up situation. And I'm still here. My brother killed himself last yearz hung himself...at 34 years old. No warning no reaching out for help...I'm 37. And miss my brother everyday. Sigh.

[@seth420lowe8]

Brings me back to high-school

[@seth420lowe8]

Really makes you think you should appreciate people more

[@nayf7682]

Maybe thier best song lyrically. They're often just the fun mess around band but this one goes deep!

[@sjvieaux8312]

I love your guys reactions

[@gumz5661]

For a punk band they are deep in terms of social issues, way ahead of the curve when it comes to mental health and for all popularity the genius and willing to tackle these issues in songs is a hidden gem if you listen to their albums you will find more like this.

[@IndigoLeague2BAmaster]

If I remember correctly. A fan sent them a letter about things he was going through and being suicidal but by the time they responded they found out he had killed himself and tributed the song to him.

[@CurtisDillon92]

If you guys find the distinction between sad lyrics and upbeat music interesting, j highly recommend checking out some of Paramore last album, After Laughter. Fake Happy is a great example of that.

[@jimielockakao.d.molddaddym4670]

This song helped me a lot as a teenager

[@alexmilne9251]

Under rated this band they've got some really good songs 🎵 👌

[@adam_1017_]

This song was made in dedication to a fan who took his own life. 🖤blink

[@BKLYN_TZU]

I think Adam was metaphorical but the song is about depression and someone that eventually commit suicide this is one of their best songs that dealt with something more serious.

[@samdiego1965]

I think she got the wrong message from the song. This is an anti-suicide song. Mark Hoppus even said in an interview that that was the what the message of the song was meant to be, which is why at the end it says “tomorrow holds such better days…”

[@JohnnyBoombatz1119]

Please do Brand New - The Quiet Things That No One Ever Knows!

[@user-jz9vz6kw9r]

love y'all y'all are the best

[@wbishop1330]

Two weekends ago my family cleaned up my Uncle's room, burned some of his belongings. He passed away 2019. "You'll never step foot in my room again, you'll close it off, board it up." I usually skip that song when it comes on.

[@Iceypatek]

Yess one of my faves from blink ❤️❤️