[Tom DeLonge:]
I don’t want to urinate on myself
I don’t want to urinate on anyone else
Well, I guess that really doesn’t matter anymore
Because I can’t control my bladder anymore
[Tom DeLonge, Mark Hoppus:]
Well, I guess it all depends
Undergarments
Well, I guess it all depends
Undergarments
[Tom DeLonge:]
Step back in the light
No more soiled nights alone
But I guess I don’t have a care
Because there’s not a load in my underwear
[Mark Hoppus:]
I’m sick of offending everyone I meet (go, go, go, go)
I’m sick of crying myself to sleep on rubber sheets (go)
I had an accident today
I left a soil on a bus seat, I didn’t know what to say
But I guess it all depends (undergarments)
Well, I guess it all depends (undergarments)
Step back in the light (go, go)
No more soiled nights alone
Well I guess that I don’t have a care if I
Don’t have a load in my underwear
Finding Humor in Embarrassment: A Closer Look at “Depends”
Blink-182’s “Depends” is a tongue-in-cheek exploration of embarrassment, growing pains, and self-deprecating humor. Through vivid, unapologetic lyrics, the band uses bodily mishaps as a metaphor for vulnerability and the awkwardness of adolescence. The repeated references to undergarments and accidents aren’t just for shock value—they highlight a universal truth about feeling exposed and uncomfortable in one’s own skin. By blending irreverent comedy with a catchy punk melody, Blink-182 transforms a potentially taboo subject into a relatable anthem that encourages listeners to laugh at life’s not-so-glorious moments. The interplay between Tom DeLonge and Mark Hoppus adds to the chaotic charm, making “Depends” a memorable, if unconventional, look at human imperfection.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Tom DeLonge, Mark Hoppus
- Release Year: 1997
- Label: Cargo Music