blink-182 - Touchdown Boy Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was 'Touchdown Boy' by blink-182 released?

   'Touchdown Boy' was released as a track on blink-182's debut studio album 'Cheshire Cat,' which was released on February 17, 1995.

2. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Touchdown Boy'?

   The lyrics for 'Touchdown Boy' were written by Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Scott Raynor, who were members of blink-182 at the time.

3. What inspired the lyrics of 'Touchdown Boy' by blink-182?

   'Touchdown Boy' was inspired by a hometown hero in San Diego known for his success with women. The song reflects humor and innuendo, which paralleled the band's playful live performance style.

4. Did 'Touchdown Boy' include a real person's name originally?

   Yes, the original draft of 'Touchdown Boy' included the name of the person who inspired the song. However, blink-182 decided to exclude the name from the final version.

5. Who sang lead vocals on 'Touchdown Boy'?

   Tom DeLonge provided the lead vocals for 'Touchdown Boy.' The song also featured back-and-forth vocal elements between DeLonge and co-vocalist Mark Hoppus.

6. Was 'Touchdown Boy' ever released as a single?

   'Touchdown Boy' was not released as a single. The album 'Cheshire Cat,' however, featured two singles: 'M+M's' and 'Wasting Time,' both with Mark Hoppus on lead vocals.