Not Another Christmas Song
Blink-182 · 2019
2 min · 1 track · alternative rock
A cheeky pop-punk anthem that balances holiday cheer with a tongue-in-cheek critique of Christmas clichés.
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Not Another Christmas Song — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit, combining catchy melodies with playful lyrics that critique traditional holiday songs. Its upbeat tempo and relatable themes make it memorable in Blink-182's catalog.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song combines humor with pop-punk energy, making it a fun addition to holiday music but not.
What we noticed
- Lyrically, it employs humor to critique traditional Christmas themes, using playful language and relatable scenarios.
- The structure follows a conventional verse-chorus format, with the chorus being notably infectious and memorable.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A single that showcases humor but doesn't fit other significant roles.
- Themes
- holiday clichés· suburban Christmas irony· nostalgic pop-punk humor
- Career context
- Released on December 6, 2019, 'Not Another Christmas Song' came during Blink-182's ongoing exploration of new sounds after their 2016 album 'California'. This single showcases the band's enduring relevance in the pop-punk genre while navigating the holiday music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Paramore· The All-American Rejects
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Not Another Christmas Song 2:41
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
No Closer to Heaven
The Wonder Years
Explores nostalgia and suburban life with a blend of humor and emotional depth.
From Under the Cork Tree
Fall Out Boy
Combines witty lyrics and catchy hooks, offering a playful take on personal themes.
After Laughter
Paramore
Merges upbeat pop-punk sounds with introspective lyrics about life's contradictions.
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