Going Away To College
Blink 182 · Enema of the State
Please take me by the hand
It's so cold out tonight
I'll put blankets on the bed
I wont turn out the light
Just dont forget to think about me
And I wont forget you
I'll write you once a week she said
Why does it feel the same
To fall in love or break it off
And if young love is just a game
Then I must have missed the kick off
Don't depend on me to ever follow through on anything
But I'd go through hell for you and
I haven't been this scared in a long time
And I'm so unprepared so here's your valentine
Bouquet of clumsy words, a simple melody
This world's an ugly place
But youre so beautiful to me.
I'll think about the times
She kissed me after class
And she put up with my friends
I acted like an ass
I ditched my lecture to watch the girls play soccer
Is my picture still hanging her locker?
I havent been this scared in a long time
And I'm so unprepared so here's your valentine
Bouquet of clumsy words, a simple melody
This world's an ugly place
But you're so beautiful...
I havent been this scared in a long time
And I'm so unprepared so here's your valentine
Bouquet of clumsy words, a simple melody
This world's an ugly place
But you're so beautiful...
It's so cold out tonight
I'll put blankets on the bed
I wont turn out the light
Just dont forget to think about me
And I wont forget you
I'll write you once a week she said
Why does it feel the same
To fall in love or break it off
And if young love is just a game
Then I must have missed the kick off
Don't depend on me to ever follow through on anything
But I'd go through hell for you and
I haven't been this scared in a long time
And I'm so unprepared so here's your valentine
Bouquet of clumsy words, a simple melody
This world's an ugly place
But youre so beautiful to me.
I'll think about the times
She kissed me after class
And she put up with my friends
I acted like an ass
I ditched my lecture to watch the girls play soccer
Is my picture still hanging her locker?
I havent been this scared in a long time
And I'm so unprepared so here's your valentine
Bouquet of clumsy words, a simple melody
This world's an ugly place
But you're so beautiful...
I havent been this scared in a long time
And I'm so unprepared so here's your valentine
Bouquet of clumsy words, a simple melody
This world's an ugly place
But you're so beautiful...
Going Away To College
Released on Blink-182's 1999 album Enema of the State, "Going Away To College" stands as a quintessential example of the band's pop-punk sound. The track features the group's signature power chords and driving rhythm, delivered through the distinct vocal styles of Mark Hoppus and Tom DeLonge. As a central track on their debut studio album, it captures the universal sentiment of youthful anticipation and the bittersweet nature of leaving home for higher education. The song remains a staple of the genre, reflecting the mid-90s emo and punk revival that defined the era. Its enduring popularity stems from its relatable lyrics and catchy melody, making it a defining moment in the band's early discography.