She didn’t mean to deceive you, believe me
But sometimes the hardest part is conceiving
The good intentions that you had
Now only came to this
And although she saw the mark
The arrow missed
It isn’t exciting reciting the stories
Of kind words turned hurting when routine gets boring
Both getting tired of punk rock clubs
And both playing in punk rock bands
The start was something good
But some good things must end
And she said, “It could never survive
With such differing lives
One home, one out on tour again
We may never come back
The strike of a match
The candle’s burning at both ends.”
And now she knows too much
And I’m too fucked up
It’s awkward trying to make my move
I’ll pretend that I’m fine
Show up right on time
But I know I’ll never be that cool
I never wanted to hold you back
I just wanted to hold on
But my chance is gone
I know just where I stand
A boy trapped in the body of a man and
I’ll take what you’re willing to give
And I’ll teach myself to live
With a walk-on part of a background shot
From a movie I’m not in
She’s so important
And I’m so retarded
And now I realize
I should have kissed you in L.A.
But I drove home all alone
As if I had a choice, anyway
Where are you coming from?
What are you running from?
Is it so hard to see?
And if you’re feeling scared
Remember the time we shared
You know it meant everything (everything)
You know that it meant everything to me
You know that it meant everything to me
Heartbreak and Growth: The Story Behind “Apple Shampoo”
“Apple Shampoo” by Blink-182 captures the bittersweet experience of young love strained by ambition and distance. The lyrics reflect on a relationship pulled apart by opposing lifestyles—one partner rooted at home, the other swept up in the world of touring punk bands. The narrator’s honest self-reflection, tinged with regret and vulnerability, makes the story relatable for anyone who’s struggled to balance personal dreams with emotional commitments. Vivid imagery and witty self-deprecation amplify the raw sincerity, as the singer grapples with lost chances and lingering affection, ultimately learning to accept the end while holding on to cherished memories.
Song Credits
- Artist: Blink-182
- Songwriters: Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, Scott Raynor
- Release Year: 1997
- Label: MCA Records