Whoops I OD'd
NOFX (usa) Lyrics


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Whoops I OD'd, shortness of breath, call ambulence, tell my wife I love her
Error in judgement cut my life, no second chance, no guiding light
I never meant, to cause., you pain
I never thought I'd be the one who took the fall
I got lost in the moment, assholes like to test the limit

Six minutes down, breathing machine, brain not feel right
The look on you, is killing me, drowning in shame
But don't feel bad, 'cause I never feared consequences
Hate regrets more than apologies

A year has passed, like photographs, my life is just
A scrapbook of old friends and faded memories
Looks like I pulled the rug out from under myself
The falls too much for me to recover from





It's been real fun but now I must say goodbye, I'll see you all at okie dogs

Overall Meaning

The NOFX (USA) song "Whoops, I OD'd" narrates the story of a person who overdosed on drugs and is facing the consequences of their actions. The lyrics describe a situation where the person realizes their mistake and regrets the pain they have caused to their loved ones. The verses create a vivid image of a person struggling for their life while being hooked up to a breathing machine. The chorus - "Whoops I OD'd, shortness of breath, call ambulance, tell my wife I love her" - is a desperate plea for help that is both heartbreaking and chilling.


The lyrics are full of remorse and self-blame. The singer did not intend to hurt anyone, and they express regret for the mistake they made. The line "I got lost in the moment, assholes like to test the limit" suggests that peer pressure and the desire to fit in could have contributed to the overdose.


The second verse describes the aftermath of the overdose - the physical and emotional toll it takes on the person and their loved ones. The line "but don't feel bad, 'cause I never feared consequences" highlights the notion that sometimes, people make mistakes without fully understanding the repercussions.


Overall, "Whoops I OD'd" is a somber song that addresses a serious issue. It serves as a reminder of the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of seeking help when in need.


Line by Line Meaning

Whoops I OD'd, shortness of breath, call ambulence, tell my wife I love her
I made a mistake and overdosed on drugs, now I'm struggling to breathe and need medical assistance. Please call an ambulance and let my wife know that I love her.


Error in judgement cut my life, no second chance, no guiding light
My bad decision to abuse drugs has put my life in danger and there is no way to turn back time or fix the situation. I have no one or nothing to guide me through this dark time.


I never meant, to cause., you pain
I never intended to hurt anyone with my actions, but unfortunately my careless behavior has resulted in pain for myself and those around me.


I never thought I'd be the one who took the fall
I never expected to be the person who experienced the negative consequences of drug abuse. I thought I was invincible and above it all.


I got lost in the moment, assholes like to test the limit
I got carried away in the drug-induced euphoria and didn't realize the danger I was putting myself in. People who encourage drug use and try to push boundaries are not true friends.


Six minutes down, breathing machine, brain not feel right
After a few minutes, my breathing has become labored and I need assistance from a machine. My mind feels cloudy and I'm not thinking clearly.


The look on you, is killing me, drowning in shame
Seeing the disappointment and sadness in the eyes of those around me is tearing me apart. I feel immense shame for my actions and the pain I have caused.


But don't feel bad, 'cause I never feared consequences
Please don't blame yourself for my choices. I brought this upon myself and was never worried about the potential negative outcomes that could result from my actions.


Hate regrets more than apologies
I would rather feel remorseful and learn from my mistakes than simply apologize without truly meaning it. Regret serves as a reminder to make better decisions in the future.


A year has passed, like photographs, my life is just
Time has passed and my life feels like a collection of fleeting memories. It's as if everything happened so quickly and now I'm left with only snapshots of the past.


A scrapbook of old friends and faded memories
My life has become a collection of memories with people who are no longer in my life. The memories have faded and are no longer as vibrant as they once were.


Looks like I pulled the rug out from under myself
It appears that I have caused my own downfall and ruined any chances of a happy and healthy life. I can no longer rely on others to help lift me up.


The falls too much for me to recover from
I have fallen too far and the damage is too severe to recover from. The consequences of my actions have permanently impacted my life and future.


It's been real fun but now I must say goodbye, I'll see you all at okie dogs
Although my life has taken a dark turn, I still want to remember the good times and say goodbye to those I care about. I hope to see you all again at our favorite hangout spot.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@hammamaulia

Whoops I OD'd,
Shortness of breath.
Call ambulance,
Tell my wife I {love her}.
Error in judgement cut my life,
No second chance, no guiding light.

I never meant to cause you pain,
I never thought I'd be the one who took the fall.
I got lost in the moment,
Assholes like to test the limit.

Six minutes down,
Breathing machine,
Brain not feel right.
The look on you is killing me,
Drowning in shame but don't feel bad.
Cause I never feared consequences.
Hate regrets more than apologies.

A year has passed, like photographs.
My life is just a scrapbook,
Of old friends and faded memories.
Looks like I pulled the rug from under myself.
The fall's too much for me to recover from.

It's been real fun but now I must say goodbye.
I'll see you all at Oki Dogs,
I'll see you all at Oki Dogs.



All comments from YouTube:

@JustinHaglerMusic

Why is Fat Mike always overlooked as one of the best songwriters ever? He has written some of the most clever songs, and done it time and time again. Just my opinion.

@timramone8009

Yes. I really love how personal he can get sometimes with lyrics. "I Don't Like Me Anymore" is a great example.

@MarshallApplewhite143

He definitely has his moments. I really like one of the newer songs "I love you more than I hate me"

@hunteraxe9840

Better then Tom Delong 😂

@shuttlesworth8508

Because he's not.

@phantombigboss8429

@@shuttlesworth8508 Better than you will ever be.

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@richardeveritt974

The line "the look on you is killing me, drowning in shame" hits me in the guts every time man

@atticus4925

Same here especially during an overdose

@ryanandresen2169

used to want this played at my funeral. but my addiction cost me everything but my life some how. and i would sadly trade it to not hurt the ones i love. now this song is more or less a story of a shitty time of my life. one love.

@aradiasnowdon7016

I grew up with this band, both my parents were huge fans. This song hits me hard now...my mom died earlier this year of an overdose. RIP Mom, I love you and I'll always remember the good times we had. I hope that you're jamming out with me up there.

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