Take off Your Pants & Jacket
by blink-182
  • Record Label: MCA
  • Release Date: Jun 12, 2001
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 129 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 118 out of 129
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 129
  3. Negative: 7 out of 129

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  1. Ransomcole
    Nov 27, 2022
    10
    This **** absolute bomb. Perfect and the greatest album of all time. I can’t decide what’s better - the guitars or the lyrics.
  2. ChunkDump
    Dec 23, 2020
    9
    Classic punk rock. blink 182 at the their prime well at least for me growing up listening to them. favorite track would be "The Rock Show" if you never heard of the band then you're doing it wrong. shame on you.
  3. goodbyehooray
    Jul 16, 2020
    7
    A pretty well written album overall, I had no skips throughout the album, but it had much more potential. This is by far the best Blink-182 album, but I wish it wasn’t!! My most favorite track is “Every Time I Look For You.” 7/10
  4. akibiri
    Apr 19, 2020
    7
    It is a bit disappointing when comparing this one to Enema Of The State, because this one has, in my opinion, way less hits and a bit less power on it. Enema was rocking from start to finish, with the exception of one or two songs, here are more than two songs which I wouldn't have to listen to again. Although it has it's flaws, Take Off Your Pants & Jacket is still a good album with it'sIt is a bit disappointing when comparing this one to Enema Of The State, because this one has, in my opinion, way less hits and a bit less power on it. Enema was rocking from start to finish, with the exception of one or two songs, here are more than two songs which I wouldn't have to listen to again. Although it has it's flaws, Take Off Your Pants & Jacket is still a good album with it's hits like, "First Date" and "Stay together for the kids".… Expand
  5. notnax
    Jul 31, 2019
    9
    simply a great punk rock album that describes the top blink quality they were trying to reach and would try to repeat "failing" since Tom left twice.
    following that same formula that worked in this album wouldn't worked
  6. MysticManiac
    Mar 10, 2018
    5
    Take Off Your Pants & Jacket is an example of doing the same sound as your previous effort but making it less interesting. Honestly, the praise and acclaim this album gets is baffling to me.
  7. AsteroidMunky
    May 2, 2017
    10
    My second favourite blink album behind 'Enema of the State'. Released when Blink still did fast paced, fun songs before Tom Delonge went a little nuts and started wanting to be Bono.
  8. katheryneplace
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    The album by Blink 182, Take Off Your Pants & Jacket uses amazing dynamics and rhythms. It has a great sense of style and their songs are both meaningful and funny. It is the fourth album of eleven released by them. They are considered a key group in the development of pop punk music. They have sold about 35 million albums worldwide. This album is one of my absolute favorites because ofThe album by Blink 182, Take Off Your Pants & Jacket uses amazing dynamics and rhythms. It has a great sense of style and their songs are both meaningful and funny. It is the fourth album of eleven released by them. They are considered a key group in the development of pop punk music. They have sold about 35 million albums worldwide. This album is one of my absolute favorites because of the songs on it such as “Every time I Look For You” because when I listen to it, it makes me happy and “Stay Together For The Kids” because of the meaning behind it. I truly love the guitar and drums used in these songs, and Mark Hoppus' voice is so unique and idiosyncratic. My favorites on this album are “First Date” and “Anthem Part 2” because of the guitar riffs they use. They are completely and utterly talented artists with boundless amounts of great songs. This is definitely a band worth listening to.… Expand
  9. katyplace
    Mar 5, 2015
    10
    Blink 182 is a band who uses amazing dynamics and rhythms. They have a great since of style and their songs are both meaningful and funny. This album is one of my absolute favorites of theirs because of the songs on it. i truly love the guitar and drums used in their songs, and Mark Hoppus' voice is so unique and idiosyncratic. My favorites are 'First date' and 'Anthem part 2'. They areBlink 182 is a band who uses amazing dynamics and rhythms. They have a great since of style and their songs are both meaningful and funny. This album is one of my absolute favorites of theirs because of the songs on it. i truly love the guitar and drums used in their songs, and Mark Hoppus' voice is so unique and idiosyncratic. My favorites are 'First date' and 'Anthem part 2'. They are completely and utterly talented artists with boundless amounts of great songs.… Expand
  10. DangerNic
    Feb 6, 2015
    10
    All of the people who dont like this album have cum in their ears. Seriously Blink is the **** They can do no wrong...except break up. Tom you dick. Whatever i guess.
  11. rasta_man2357
    Sep 7, 2012
    9
    Pop!! Hahaha, hilarious guys. This is definately their best album, I mean I thought that enema of th state was good but really 'poppy'. This album is about 15 times better.
  12. axelkoch
    Aug 21, 2012
    8
    Not so good as 'Enema Of The State' but this album also rocks! Not this stupid fast punk like in 'Cheshire Cat' - it's pop, punk and rock with awesome lyrics! They can be funny, they can make party and they can make sad songs with much meaning behind them. Some songs like "Roller Coaster", "Reckless Abandon" or "Give Me One Good Reason" could've been kicked off, but okay, that's how theyNot so good as 'Enema Of The State' but this album also rocks! Not this stupid fast punk like in 'Cheshire Cat' - it's pop, punk and rock with awesome lyrics! They can be funny, they can make party and they can make sad songs with much meaning behind them. Some songs like "Roller Coaster", "Reckless Abandon" or "Give Me One Good Reason" could've been kicked off, but okay, that's how they made it and it got great! It makes fun too listen, also if it's a bit disappointing if you expected something as good as Enema.… Expand
  13. EPIXMAN15
    Nov 6, 2011
    10
    4 words....BEST BLINK-182 ALBUM EVER!!! The fact that people are hateing on this album because of its immaturity is stupid, Blink 182 once took pride in it's immature ways and that's what us kids love,that's what's sets blink-182 apart from others is that they are what they are and they can really relate to kids better, the fast passed sound, cultural references, and tounge in cheek jokes4 words....BEST BLINK-182 ALBUM EVER!!! The fact that people are hateing on this album because of its immaturity is stupid, Blink 182 once took pride in it's immature ways and that's what us kids love,that's what's sets blink-182 apart from others is that they are what they are and they can really relate to kids better, the fast passed sound, cultural references, and tounge in cheek jokes makes this a great album that is the teen culture.… Expand
  14. radiobenji
    Nov 4, 2011
    10
    I love this album. It's blink-182 matured just enough to let in new fans whilst not disrespecting the old ones. Standouts include Story of a Lonely Guy and Stay Together For the Kids.
  15. j30
    Sep 28, 2011
    7
    A nice transition from Enema of the State. There's still the poop jokes that feel like leftovers from its predecessors, but there's some mature work here with (one of my personal favorites) "Stay Together For The Kids." Fans who expect them to keep making records like EOTS and Cheshire Cat, might as well go listen to Weird Al records.
  16. today
    Jan 3, 2011
    3
    'Take Off Your Pants and Jacket' only really has two good songs: The Rock Show and Stay Together For The Kids, and that's because they differ from everything else that Blink 182 have put out. The Rock Show has a catchy chorus and is perfect for concerts. It's their only fun song without being crude. Stay Together For The Kids works as an anthem for kids that have been suffering from their'Take Off Your Pants and Jacket' only really has two good songs: The Rock Show and Stay Together For The Kids, and that's because they differ from everything else that Blink 182 have put out. The Rock Show has a catchy chorus and is perfect for concerts. It's their only fun song without being crude. Stay Together For The Kids works as an anthem for kids that have been suffering from their parents arguing or divorce. The rest of the album is forgettable. Sure, some credit could be given to Anthem, Part Two (they couldn't come up with a different name?) for trying to come up with an attempt for youth but the chorus is predictable and instead of trying to make a statement, we are reminded of Tom Delonge's limited vocal range. It's annoying to listen. 'Give me one good reason' seems to not celebrate their fans uniqueness and their daring attitude to go against the norms, but to bash anyone that is different to the Blink 182 fans That track alone destroyed any positives this album had going for it, and placed Blink 182 as one of the most annoying bands in recent rock history.… Expand
  17. Eric
    Dec 19, 2007
    9
    This may be the best blink 182 cd out there. It is the quintessential punk cd of the 90's-00's. Every song on the cd is great and this is the last cd to have a "dirty" song on it. Which is ok because they out grew their juvenile image. A must have for any blink fan or punk fan.
  18. ChrisR
    Oct 6, 2007
    3
    Retarded pop songs and anthems for borderline retarded people and junior high kids. BTW I didn't even take the time to listen to it.
  19. sama
    Jun 5, 2006
    10
    blink are the buisness you can't beat them there F***ing rock! dont eva put down their album becuase u'll miss it!
  20. EstebanF
    Feb 27, 2006
    8
    I know a lot about blink 182, and I can say that this album followed his classic light-fast-melodious method, that destroyed the music shops with Enema of the State, and the style that I love. So, why am I not giving it a 10? Because this guys are about 25 when they recorded this. The MUSIC is excellent, some LYRICS are horrible, even if can be funny. For example, First Date. I love the I know a lot about blink 182, and I can say that this album followed his classic light-fast-melodious method, that destroyed the music shops with Enema of the State, and the style that I love. So, why am I not giving it a 10? Because this guys are about 25 when they recorded this. The MUSIC is excellent, some LYRICS are horrible, even if can be funny. For example, First Date. I love the music, but the lyrics are obnoxious. Sadly, the critics of this album destroyed the band, causing the apparition of blink 182 (self-titled). You can have mature lyrics, but there is no need to make the music much slower. Well, sticking to this album, we can say: Music: 10. Lyrics: 6. What's the average, my friends? 8.… Expand
  21. TommyL
    Jul 27, 2005
    6
    There are always two sides to Blink 182 the good side and the not so good side. This album qualifys for the later of the two. Not that the album is total trash, with standout tracks like Shut up, Sun goes down, and STFTK wich show blinks mature side, but when Tom sings on track three first date he sounds like a winning 14 year old, not appealing. If Blink 182 are the Beetles of pop punk There are always two sides to Blink 182 the good side and the not so good side. This album qualifys for the later of the two. Not that the album is total trash, with standout tracks like Shut up, Sun goes down, and STFTK wich show blinks mature side, but when Tom sings on track three first date he sounds like a winning 14 year old, not appealing. If Blink 182 are the Beetles of pop punk think of this record as the Hold Your Hand she loves you glitz and glamour Beetles when they first came overseas. But just like the Beetles Blink 182 evolve and mature into a greater group and expermental song writters with 2004 later realease of blink 182 . Overall this album is just ok not there best work… Expand
  22. DUDECAT
    May 12, 2004
    10
    Anyone who says this CD isnt worth 10/10 is wrong or mental or crazy or dilusional or gay or a little tart or confused or immature or mature or an adult or mindless or is in a sucky band or needs help or has alsimes and forgot wat album they r rating or is deaf or god knows wat, Put it this way if you think this album is less than 10/10 then thats your opinion and i may one day learn to Anyone who says this CD isnt worth 10/10 is wrong or mental or crazy or dilusional or gay or a little tart or confused or immature or mature or an adult or mindless or is in a sucky band or needs help or has alsimes and forgot wat album they r rating or is deaf or god knows wat, Put it this way if you think this album is less than 10/10 then thats your opinion and i may one day learn to respect that but your wrong as far as im conserned and its gonna take something big like a nuke to make me respect you. you idiots… Expand
  23. timmyf
    Apr 28, 2004
    9
    im not one for punk or pop, but this cd is great. its probly cuz blink is the catchiest band out there, so none of the songs sound terrible. i say its an instant classic and it caused me to go out and buy every other cd that theyve put out
  24. GaborA
    Mar 1, 2004
    3
    Refer to the New Musical Express review. i deleted mine when i realized that i was paraphrasing theirs. Its hits the spot completely.
  25. TKeene
    Aug 22, 2003
    10
    i would just like to say that Blink 182 have matured so much since Enema that they are getting smarter by the day and i give them a huge thank you for a great album. dont ever stop writing songs.
  26. matt
    Aug 4, 2003
    10
    its the shit
  27. MagicHerbFairy
    Aug 3, 2003
    10
    This is fucking good shit. I listen 2 it every fucking day cause its da best. Neone who disagrees is a cuntfacedmuthafucker.
  28. FlakeytheLeper
    Jun 28, 2003
    9
    It's a pretty god album. At moment it is as good as Enema of the State, but overall, it can't match the all around quality of Enema. Basicaly, it isn't the follow up I was looking for.
  29. RichardR
    Jun 28, 2003
    9
    I'm a little older that the average Blink fan. I'm in my fifties, and my first concert was the Stones at the Hollywood Bowl in '66 (ouch!). Anyway, I was drawn to this band's sound by All the Small Things, which I find very catchy. This album is the only Blink one I own. The more I listened, the more I loved it. I think they're all great musicians, esp the guitar I'm a little older that the average Blink fan. I'm in my fifties, and my first concert was the Stones at the Hollywood Bowl in '66 (ouch!). Anyway, I was drawn to this band's sound by All the Small Things, which I find very catchy. This album is the only Blink one I own. The more I listened, the more I loved it. I think they're all great musicians, esp the guitar and drums. They have very clever arrangements and their lyrics are great, sometimes sad, lots of times funny. I love this band and this album. I don't care how "punk" they are. As far as I'm concerned, punk died when the Sex Pistols broke up!… Expand
  30. VladimirP.
    Feb 7, 2002
    2
    This ain't punk! Totally right, it's pop. No juice in this musak. It's like if it's been shot 100 times with a 30./30 shotgun so many times you can't tell it apart from N'Sync.
  31. ConnorM.
    Jan 29, 2002
    1
    One word.... Why?
  32. DanielB.
    Nov 19, 2001
    10
    BLINK 182 RULES!!!!!!! This album is great and they have attitude and humor!
  33. KimC.
    Oct 5, 2001
    4
    This cd has to be one of their worst. the mix between 75% pop and only 25% punk. i was really disappointed in them.. if it wasnt for the language, backround, and previous albums, they would be almost as bad as backstreet boys.. guys i have one thing to say...keep it real.. no more of this pop shit. leave it up to the punks.
  34. TylerK.
    Sep 24, 2001
    9
    the only song i dont like is number 5
  35. J03L
    Aug 31, 2001
    10
    This Album really does rock. Blink 182 Has theyre on style of punk music which is reall kewl!!!! anyone could like this album as long as your not a pop luvin N-sInk fan >:( ! and buy sum 41's album too!!!!
  36. KirstyC.
    Jul 31, 2001
    10
    this album is awsome i love it
  37. JonS.
    Jul 28, 2001
    2
    Blink182 is a terrible excuse for a musical group. The songs are a departure from the true essence of punk music, catered to the ever-dumbing nation of American music-listeners.
  38. DanM.
    Jul 25, 2001
    8
    Blink 182 continues to be one of the funniest groups in mainstream music, and they continue to make music that may not be great, but is sure fun to listen to!
  39. CalebC.
    Jul 11, 2001
    10
    This abulm was so good compared to there last cd.
  40. MusicMaven
    Jul 3, 2001
    7
    Maybe the Brits are just cranky because they haven't produced good punk revival bands? The NME review is weighted too heavily. Ignore it. If you are into Blink 182's style, this album will not disappoint.

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#21 Most Discussed Album of 2001
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#55 Most Shared Album of 2001

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Metascore
69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. Spin Cycle
    50
    High on boyish charm and low on moral fiber, Blink's songs have all the lyrical depth of a whoopee cushion.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    58
    The band work so hard at it, and the music is such processed sounding mainstream rock played fast, that the album becomes a paradox: adolescent energy and rebellion made joyless.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    80
    They don't mess around much outside their tessitura - they like to keep everything light, fast and punchy.
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