Strangers, from strangers into brothers
From brothers into strangers once again
We saw the whole world
But I couldn’t see the meaning
I couldn’t even recognize my friends
Older, but nothing’s any different
Right now feels the same, I wonder why
I wish they told us, it shouldn’t take a sickness
Or airplanes falling out the sky
Do I have to die to hear you miss me?
Do I have to die to hear you say goodbye?
I don’t want to act like there’s tomorrow
I don’t want to wait to do this one more time
One more time
One more, one more time
One more time
I miss you, took time, but I admit it
It still hurts even after all these years
And I know that next time, ain’t always gonna happen
I gotta say, “I love you” while we’re here
Do I have to die to hear you miss me?
Do I have to die to hear you say goodbye?
I don’t want to act like there’s tomorrow
I don’t want to wait to do this one more time
One more time
One more, one more time
One more time
One more time (One more time)
One more, one more time (One more time)
One more time
I miss you
Reflecting on Lost Connections
“ONE MORE TIME” by Blink-182 delves into the bittersweet journey of friendships that transform over time. The lyrics capture the painful shift from closeness to distance, as the band reflects on growing apart and the elusive search for meaning in those changes. There’s a candid admission of regret and nostalgia for moments lost, highlighting how easily bonds can fade into unfamiliarity, even after experiencing so much together.
The Urgency of Reconnection
This song is a heartfelt plea to cherish loved ones before it’s too late. Lines like “Do I have to die to hear you miss me?” resonate with anyone who has put off important words or gestures, only to realize the opportunity has slipped away. Blink-182 urges listeners not to wait for tragedy or final goodbyes to express their feelings, making “ONE MORE TIME” a moving anthem about seizing the moment and valuing relationships while we still can.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, Travis Barker
Release Year: 2023
Label: Columbia Records