Am I strung out, crazy, or not allowed
To be the one who gets stupid over you
Lazy (lazy), laid back (laid back), maybe you’re just on crack
Why am I the one who gets fucked up and confused?
(Go)
She doesn’t care at all
She doesn’t care at all
She doesn’t care about those times we never shared at all
If I were the last of the few who always ask
Would you still be the same person that I knew
And if it’s for me, another boring story
I swear I’ll act enthused
Dissecting Emotional Chaos
“Enthused” by Blink-182 encapsulates the confusion and frustration that often accompany unrequited affection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of vulnerability, as the narrator questions their mental state and wonders why they are so affected by someone indifferent to their feelings. The playful yet biting tone—highlighted by lines like “maybe you’re just on crack”—adds a signature Blink-182 irreverence. Meanwhile, the repetition of “She doesn’t care at all” underscores a sense of emotional distance and detachment from the object of affection, intensifying the narrator’s feelings of isolation and disillusionment.
Searching for Meaning in Indifference
The song further explores the pain of one-sided connections, with the narrator pondering if their presence or absence truly matters to the other person. The closing lines grapple with the idea of pretending enthusiasm in the face of apathy, reflecting a relatable struggle for validation. Ultimately, “Enthused” captures the raw, sometimes absurd nature of youthful longing and the search for genuine connection.
Song Credits
- Artist: Blink-182
- Songwriters: Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, Scott Raynor
- Release Year: 1997
- Label: MCA Records