Stockholm Syndrome (Blink-182 song)

The song, primarily written by bassist Mark Hoppus (although all three members are credited), revolves around paranoia and miscommunication, while referencing the psychological phenomenon involving hostages of the same name.

"Stockholm Syndrome" originated when the band was recording at a small house they rented in the San Diego luxury community of Rancho Santa Fe, between January and April 2003.

[2] The term "stockholm syndrome" refers to a psychological phenomenon in which hostages express empathy and sympathy and have positive feelings toward their captors, sometimes to the point of defending them.

These feelings are generally considered irrational in light of the danger or risk endured by the victims, who essentially mistake a lack of abuse from their captors for an act of kindness.

"[6] The song begins with an interlude featuring actress Joanne Whalley reciting love letters that Hoppus' grandfather wrote to his wife while fighting in World War II.