[Matt Skiba:]
Tragedy (Tragedy)
Erased my memory (Erased my memory)
And now all I see
Is this black rain
Oh, tragedy (Tragedy)
You took my everything (You took my everything)
Oh, now all I feel
All I feel is pain
Oh, how can I go on
Knowing that I lost you?
Where did I go wrong?
Where did you run off to?
Lost down here, broken and alone
[Mark Hoppus:]
I went and searched for some answers
But all I found were monsters
They’re under my bed
They’re haunting this tie that’s been severed
This tie that’s been severed
Now I follow your footsteps
Through the ashes you once crept
I feel so hollow now
I’m trapped on this island
This island of regret
[Matt Skiba:]
Tragedy (Tragedy)
Erased my memory (Erased my memory)
And now all I see
Is this black rain
Oh, tragedy (Tragedy)
You took my everything (You took my everything)
Oh, now all I feel
All I feel is pain
Oh, how can I go on
Knowing that I lost you?
Where did I go wrong?
Where did you run off to?
Lost down here, broken and alone
[Mark Hoppus:]
They left a note on the front door
With a time and a place as the tears poured from my eyes
Straight to the floor, there was no going back once we knew what they came for
And all I have here is heartache
And bones, and mirrors for me to break
Only so much bad luck a person can take
We quiver and quake, we shiver and shake
[Matt Skiba:]
Tragedy (Tragedy)
Erased my memory (Erased my memory)
And now all I see
Is this black rain
Oh, tragedy
Exploring the Depths of Loss in “Black Rain”
“Black Rain” by Blink-182 delves into the emotional aftermath of a tragic loss. Through haunting imagery and evocative lyrics, Matt Skiba and Mark Hoppus paint a portrait of someone struggling to process grief and heartbreak. The recurring motif of “black rain” symbolizes overwhelming sorrow that blots out memories and joy, leaving only pain in its wake. The verses describe searching for answers and solace, only to confront inner demons and the lingering weight of regret. The song’s narrative arc follows the protagonist’s journey through isolation, self-reflection, and the ceaseless ache of absence, making it a powerful anthem for anyone who has faced profound loss.
Song Credits
- Artists: Blink-182
- Songwriters: Mark Hoppus, Matt Skiba, Travis Barker, John Feldmann
- Release Year: 2019
- Label: Columbia Records