The song was released on the 1st of July, the 182nd day of the year – the band commented on this on instagram:
"It’s the 182nd day of the year which means it’s blink-182 day! To celebrate, here is our new song “Happy Days.” Consume it where you usually consume music."
Happy Days
blink-182 Lyrics
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I know you feel locked out in the cold
Seems like you're lost and alone
Hey kid, don't listen to your head
It only fills you with dread and with doubt
Left lookin' for an easy way out
I know you don't know
I wanna feel happy days, happy days
Happy days, happy days
Walls of isolation inside of my pain
And I don't know if I'm ready to change
I wanna feel happy days, happy days
Happy days, happy days
All of this frustration inside of my brain
And I don't know if I'm ready to change
Some nights you call for the jaws of life
To pull you out of the crash
A forgotten ghost from your past
When enough doesn't cut it
When you're backed up against a wall
Is it the life that you wanted?
When you could never have it all?
I wanna feel happy days, happy days
Happy days, happy days
Walls of isolation inside of my pain
And I don't know if I'm ready to change
I wanna feel happy days, happy days
Happy days, happy days
All of this frustration inside of my brain
And I don't know if I'm ready to change
Face down in the deep end
Face down every weekend
Face down and I'm bleeding
There's no sound when you're leaving
We faced all of our demons
We chased all of our dreams and
We don't know where it leads us
We don't care at all
I wanna feel happy days, happy days
Happy days, happy days
Walls of isolation inside of my pain
And I don't know if I'm ready to change
I wanna feel happy days, happy days (face down in the deep end)
Happy days, happy days (face down every weekend)
All of this frustration inside of my brain
And I don't know if I'm ready to change
I wanna feel happy days
The song "Happy Days" by blink-182 explores themes of frustration, isolation, and the longing for happiness. The lyrics speak to a person who feels trapped and alone in their own thoughts and emotions. The opening lines, "Hey kid, don't quit your daydream yet, I know you feel locked out in the cold, seems like you're lost and alone," portray a sense of empathy and understanding towards someone who is struggling. The singer urges this person not to listen to their negative thoughts and instead search for a way out of their current state.
The chorus, "I wanna feel happy days, happy days, walls of isolation inside of my pain, and I don't know if I'm ready to change," expresses a desire for happiness and a longing to break free from the emotional walls that the person has built. They acknowledge their internal struggles and question if they are ready to make the necessary changes to find happiness.
In the second verse, the lyrics depict a desperate cry for help, symbolized by the metaphor of calling for the "jaws of life" to pull them out of a crash. They reflect on their past, feeling like a forgotten ghost, and wonder if the life they had aimed for is truly what they wanted. The lyrics convey a sense of resignation and frustration at not being able to attain everything they desire.
The bridge, "Face down in the deep end, face down every weekend, face down and I'm bleeding, there's no sound when you're leaving," portrays a state of vulnerability and emotional pain. The repetition of "face down" suggests a feeling of defeat and being overwhelmed by these emotions. The lyrics also touch upon facing personal demons and chasing dreams, even when the outcome and destination are unknown.
Overall, "Happy Days" captures the complex emotions of someone struggling with their own mental state and the longing for happiness. It explores the internal battles, feelings of isolation, and the uncertainty of change.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey kid, don't quit your daydream yet
Hey young person, don't give up on your dreams just yet
I know you feel locked out in the cold
I understand that you feel excluded and lonely
Seems like you're lost and alone
It appears that you're unsure of yourself and without support
Hey kid, don't listen to your head
Hey young person, don't let negative thoughts control you
It only fills you with dread and with doubt
Those thoughts only bring fear and uncertainty
Left lookin' for an easy way out
Searching for a simple solution
I know you don't know
I understand that you're unsure
Oh, no, you don't know
Oh, no, you truly don't know
I wanna feel happy days, happy days
I long to experience joy and contentment
Walls of isolation inside of my pain
I feel trapped and alone in my suffering
And I don't know if I'm ready to change
And I'm unsure if I'm prepared for a transformation
Some nights you call for the jaws of life
Sometimes you desperately seek a way out
To pull you out of the crash
To rescue you from a devastating situation
A forgotten ghost from your past
A neglected memory from your previous experiences
When enough doesn't cut it
When what you have is not sufficient
When you're backed up against a wall
When you're cornered and have limited options
Is it the life that you wanted?
Is this the life you had envisioned?
When you could never have it all?
When it was never possible to have everything?
Face down in the deep end
Feeling overwhelmed and submerged
Face down every weekend
Feeling defeated every weekend
Face down and I'm bleeding
Feeling beaten and hurt
There's no sound when you're leaving
There is silence as you depart
We faced all of our demons
We confronted all of our inner struggles
We chased all of our dreams and
We pursued all of our aspirations and ambitions
We don't know where it leads us
We are uncertain of the path ahead
We don't care at all
We are indifferent about the outcome
All of this frustration inside of my brain
All of this anger and dissatisfaction within my mind
And I don't know if I'm ready to change
And I'm unsure if I'm prepared to make a change
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mark Hoppus, Matthew Malpass, Samuel Hollander, Tim Pagnotta, Travis Barker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@gothikaspawn
Mark you are a legend, stay strong and you will get through this. We all want to see Happy Days for you.
@Sourmouth
Amen too that Brutha!! Can’t go wrong w/ these guy 🤟🏾
@adammatousek5278
@@Sourmouth Mark is strong,we love him guys:)
@serot9
He won the fight :')
@wikyalifanugraha2315
@@serot9 now playing "Happy days - Blink 182"
@blinkaddict5391
Happy days: Mark Hoppus soon winning his battle against cancer just like his mum did, then Tom rejoining the band, followed by a reunion tour including Europe!
@wikyalifanugraha2315
HE DID IT!
@blinkaddict5391
@@wikyalifanugraha2315 YES!!! The most important of my 3 wishes! :D Actually i now prefer Mark joining Angels & Airwaves as i don't think Tom would be happy to rejoin Blink.
@darkshark320
@@blinkaddict5391 he was
@darkshark320
Tom's back!