[Mark Hoppus (Matt Skiba):]
Can you read my thoughts? I’m not sure what I said
I feel dumb, and long night coming
Did you steal my prayers? I don’t know where I was
I feel numb, and all or nothing (all or nothing)
[Mark Hoppus and Matt Skiba:]
It’s Friday night, let’s lose our minds in a downward spiral
Here we go, because we got no control (no control)
Friday nights always save my life from the worst of times we
Ever had, thank God for punk rock bands
Until Monday morning strikes again
We are the kings of the weekend
[Matt Skiba:]
I can feel my head falling off my neck
I need something to keep going
So just take my hand, only seconds left
The clock’s running, our time’s coming
[Mark Hoppus and Matt Skiba:]
It’s Friday night, let’s lose our minds in a downward spiral
Here we go, because we got no control (no control)
Friday nights always save my life from the worst of times we
Ever had, thank God for punk rock bands
Until Monday morning strikes again
We are the kings of the weekend
It’s Friday night, let’s lose our minds in a downward spiral
Here we go, because we got no control (no control)
Friday nights always save my life from the worst of times we
Ever had, thank God for punk rock bands
Until Monday morning strikes again
We are the kings of the weekend
Embracing Chaos and Escapism
“Kings Of The Weekend” by Blink-182 captures the exhilarating spirit of Friday nights, where the band finds solace from the pressures and monotony of daily life. The lyrics reflect a sense of release and wild abandon, celebrating the healing power of music and friendship at the end of a tough week. Mark Hoppus and Matt Skiba’s alternating vocals convey both vulnerability and excitement, as the band leans into the chaos of the weekend, grateful for punk rock as a saving grace. The repeated references to losing control and being saved by Friday nights underline the song’s core message: the weekend is a time to let go, recharge, and find identity among like-minded friends.
Song Credits
Artist: Blink-182
Songwriters: Mark Hoppus, Matt Skiba, Travis Barker
Release Year: 2016
Label: BMG, Columbia Records