Crossed the street, naked at night
Bent over to show some moonlight
Pulled out some beer and I gulped it down
Nude in a gutter is how I was found
Thrown in the police car and the door slammed
No noise, just silence, as I screamed, my dick was jammed
Now in prison for one month, no one to see
All I got is a guy Ben Dover
Don’t like hesh, don’t like rap
Kicked old Sally ’cause she’s fat
I’m a jerk, I’m a punk
Took a shower ’cause I stunk
Smoked a bong, killed a cat
Had my nuts attacked by rats
Dad got nude, I wore a thong
For a hobby I make bombs
Went to a farm to tip some cows
Forgot that I left my pants down
Bent over to pick them up
Felt a twelve gauge next to my hum-diddy-dum
The farmer took me to his house
Showed me the closet from the inside out
The police came, they took me away
Saw Ben Dover again and he’s still gay
Don’t like hesh, don’t like rap
Kicked old Sally ’cause she’s fat
I’m a jerk, I’m a punk
Took a shower ’cause I stunk
Smoked a bong, killed a cat
Had my nuts attacked by rats
Dad got nude, I wore a thong
For a hobby I make bombs
Don’t like hesh, don’t like rap
Kicked old Sally ’cause she’s fat
I’m a jerk, I’m a punk
Took a shower ’cause I stunk
Smoked a bong, killed a cat
Had my nuts attacked by rats
Dad got nude, I wore a thong
For a hobby I make bombs
Exploring the Irreverence and Humor in “Degenerate”
“Degenerate” by Blink-182 is a wild ride through absurdity, rebellion, and the band’s trademark juvenile humor. The lyrics paint a picture of chaotic misadventures, from streaking at night to bizarre run-ins with the law. Through outrageous anecdotes and tongue-in-cheek confessions, the song satirizes delinquent behavior, poking fun at authority and suburban boredom. The repeated references to outrageous acts, self-deprecating admissions, and quirky characters like Ben Dover amplify the band’s irreverent style. The chorus, filled with comical disdain for different music genres and exaggerated stories, channels the essence of punk rock’s defiant and carefree spirit.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, Scott Raynor
Release Year: 1996