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Back to, back to, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back, back, back, back, back, back, back

Fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna crawfall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back to

Took a long time

Breaking myself down

Building myself up

Repeating it

Took a long time

Breaking myself down

Building myself up

Repeating it

I don’t wanna feel fearless

I don’t wanna feel fearless

I don’t wanna feel fearless

I-I-I

Back to, back to, back to, back to you

I don’t wanna fall right back to us

Maybe you should run right back to her

I don’t wanna go back, back to

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Back, back, back, back, back

Endless Cycles and Emotional Resistance

“B2B” by Charli XCX crafts a hypnotic mood through its repetition, echoing the cyclical nature of returning to an old relationship. The refrain “Back to, back to, back to you” acts as both mantra and warning, expressing the internal conflict of resisting a familiar but unhealthy bond. The lyrics juxtapose reluctance with temptation, as the narrator oscillates between moving forward and slipping back to someone from their past. There is a palpable sense of exhaustion—”Took a long time, breaking myself down, building myself up”—highlighting the emotional toll of this repeated cycle.

The Vulnerability of Letting Go

The phrase “I don’t wanna feel fearless” is striking; it suggests that fear can be a protective force, keeping the narrator from making the same mistakes. Charli XCX conveys vulnerability and the struggle of setting boundaries, challenging the notion that returning to a past relationship is a sign of strength or courage. The repetitive motifs mirror the song’s theme: the difficulty of breaking free from old patterns.

Song Credits

• Artist: Charli XCX
• Release Year: 2024

Talk to me

Troye, baby

Hay una fiesta en mi casa, vengan

Será muy divertido

Are we getting too close?

You’re leaving things in my head

I’ll be honest, you scare me

My life’s supposed to be a party

(Do you ever think about me?)

‘Cause we talk that talk, and we talk all night

And the more I know you, the more I like you

Can you stick with me? Maybe just for life?

And say what’s on your mind? My baby

Talk to me in French, talk to me in Spanish

Talk to me in your own made-up language

Doesn’t matter if I understand it (My baby)

Talk right in my ear (Yeah, yeah)

Tell me your secrets and fears (Yeah, yeah)

Once you talk to me, I’ll talk to you

And say, “Hey, can we go back to my place?”

‘Kay, here’s the plan

I wanna fly you out to Amsterdam

I got a good hotel to fuck you in, I wanna—

Boy, come see me

We could pop our shit to Charli

In the med your arms around me

Talk to me in French, French, French, French

Talk-talk-talk-talk-talk-talk to me in Spanish, Spanish, Spanish, Spanish

Talk-talk-talk-talk to me in French, French, French, French

Talk-talk-talk-talk-talk-talk to me in Spanish, Spanish

Shall we go back to my place?

You’re thinkin’ ’bout me (Thinkin’ ’bout me)

No, don’t pretend that you aren’t (You aren’t)

We’re still obsessed like we just met (Just met)

And when you fuck me, it’s crazy (Crazy)

You’re thinkin’ ’bout me

‘Cause we talk that talk, and we talk all night

And the more I know you, the more I like you

Can you stick with me? Maybe just for life?

And say what’s on your mind? My baby

Talk to me in French, talk to me in Spanish

Talk to me in your own made-up language

Doesn’t matter if I understand it

Talk right in my ear

Tell me your secrets and fears

Once you talk to me, I’ll talk to you

And say, “Hey, shall we go back to my place?”

‘Kay, here’s the plan

I wanna fly you out to Amsterdam

I got a good hotel to fuck you in, I wanna—

Boy, come see me

We could pop our shit to Charli

In the med your arms around me

Shall we go back to my—

Talk to me in French, French, French, French

Talk-talk-talk-talk-talk-talk to me in Spanish, Spanish, Spanish, Spanish

Talk-talk-talk-talk to me in French, French, French, French

Talk-talk-talk-talk-talk-talk to me in Spanish, Spanish

Shall we go back to my place?

J’ai perdu mon téléphone mais tu sais quoi?

Ça valait la peine parce que c’était une soirée de fou

Yeah, last night was crazy

Let’s do it again

Shall we go back to my place?

Intimate Conversations and Late-Night Connections

“Talk Talk,” featuring Troye Sivan, captures the electric thrill of falling for someone through deep, unfiltered conversations. Charli XCX and Troye Sivan play with the idea of language as intimacy, inviting each other to express feelings in French, Spanish, or even a private made-up language. The song’s lyrics paint vivid scenes of late-night parties and after-hours confessions, highlighting the importance of genuine connection in a world full of fleeting encounters.

Unfiltered Vulnerability and Desire

The playful back-and-forth between Charli and Troye underscores a mutual curiosity and vulnerability. Lines about sharing secrets, discussing fears, and fantasizing about spontaneous adventures (like flying to Amsterdam) reinforce the theme of letting guards down. The repeated invitation to “go back to my place” isn’t just about romance—it’s about seeking a safe space where true selves can be revealed, making “Talk Talk” both seductive and sincere.

Song Credits

Artist: Charli XCX feat. Troye Sivan
Songwriters: Charlotte Aitchison (Charli XCX), Troye Sivan
Release Year: 2024
Label: Atlantic Records

I think about it all the time

That I might run out of time

But I finally met my baby

And a baby might be mine

‘Cause maybe one day I might

If I don’t run out of time

Would it give my life a new purpose?

I was walking around in Stockholm, seriously thinking ’bout my future for the first time

It was ice cold

Playing demos on my iPhone

I went to my friend’s place and I met their baby for the first time

How sublime

What a joy, oh my, oh my

Standing there

Same old clothes she wore before, holding her child, yeah

She’s a radiant mother and he’s a beautiful father

And now they both know these things that I don’t

I think about it all the time

That I might run out of time

But I finally met my baby

And a baby might be mine

‘Cause maybe one day I might

If I don’t run out of time

Would it make me miss all my freedom?

I think about it all the time

I-I think about it all the time

That I might run out of time

But I finally met my baby

And a baby might be mine

‘Cause maybe one day I might

If I don’t run out of time

Would it give my life a new purpose?

I think about it all the time

And they’re exactly the same but they’re different now

And I’m so scared I’m missing out on something

So, we had a conversation on the way home

Should I stop my birth control

‘Cause my career feels so small in the existential scheme of it all

I think about it all the time

Reflecting on Life’s Turning Points

In “I Think About It All The Time,” Charli XCX delves into the deeply personal crossroads many face as adulthood approaches. The lyrics reveal her inner dialogue about love, time, and the possibility of starting a family. Vivid imagery of walking through Stockholm and meeting a friend’s baby for the first time frames her self-examination, as she wonders if motherhood would grant her life new meaning or take away her freedom. The song captures the tension between pursuing career ambitions and embracing life’s existential milestones, with Charli’s signature honesty shining through every line.

Song Credits

Artist: Charli XCX
Songwriters: Charlotte Aitchison (Charli XCX), additional writers not specified
Release Year: 2024
Label: Not specified

Uh

You wanna guess the colour of my underwear

You wanna know what I got going on down there

Is it pretty in pink or all see-through?

Is it showing off my brand new lower back tattoo?

You wanna put ’em in your mouth, pull ’em all down south

You wanna turn this shit out, that’s what I’m talking about

Pu-pu-out ’em in your mouth, pull ’em all down south

You wanna turn this shit out, that’s what I’m talking about (Yeah)

Try it, bite it, lick it, spit it

Pull it to the side and get all up in it

Wear ’em, post ’em, might remix it

Send them to The Dare, yeah, I think he’s with it

Try it, bite it, lick it, spit it

Pull it to the side and get all up in it

Wear ’em, post ’em, might remix it

Send them to The Dare, yeah, I think he’s with it

You wanna guess the colour of my underwear

You wanna know what I got going on down there

Is it pretty in pink or all see-through?

Is it showing off my brand new lower back tattoo?

You wanna put ’em in your mouth, pull ’em all down south

You wanna turn this shit out, that’s what I’m talking about

You wanna try it, bite it, lick it, spit it

Pull it to the side and get all up in it

Wear ’em, post ’em, might remix it

Send them to The Dare, yeah, I think he’s with it

Think he’s with it

Guess

Yeah

Guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess

Guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess

Guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess

Guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess, guess

Guess how much money I just took from this deal

Wanna guess the password to my Google Drive

You wanna guess the address of the party I’m at

You wanna guess if I’m serious about this song

Flirtatious Playfulness and Provocation

“Guess” by Charli XCX is a cheeky, playful exploration of intimacy and self-confidence. The lyrics pivot around the game of teasing curiosity—inviting the listener to “guess” everything from the color of her underwear to her Google Drive password. Charli XCX uses bold, direct language to blur the lines between vulnerability and empowerment, embracing her sexuality with a wink. The repetition of “guess” amplifies the song’s flirtatious energy, turning a simple inquiry into a statement of control and confidence. The references to sharing secrets and bold actions suggest a tongue-in-cheek commentary on internet culture, fame, and personal boundaries.

Song Credits

• Artist: Charli XCX
• Release Year: 2024

They-they-they all wanna sound like me

All wanna be like Lean

Dress so fresh and so clean

Rock with the diamonds on the sleeve

Breathing in the Stockholm breeze

Get with Robyn on the beat, uh

Aye, get with Robyn on the beat (Sweet)

Cameras flashing, hit the scene

With Robyn and Charli, pull up to the party

Three white lines, split the lime and the Barcardi

Icons in the flesh, you’re just a demon at a party

Mayor of my town, David Beckham in the noughties

Yeah, I hear it calling

Pick it up, darling, London calling

When I go prancing, yeah, I go all in

Hey, why you do it so cold?

I’m the realest ever, yeah, that’s what I’ve been told

Killin’ this shit since 1994

Got everybody in the club dancing on their own

I got that supersonic, push up on it

Right in your ear

I got that supersonic, starship, comet

Right over here

I’m in my Elvis moment, push up on it

Right over there

I got that supersonic, push up on it

Right in your ear

(We got that) Mansion, castle

(Got that) Pets, family

(Got that) Drinks, action

(We got that) Lights, camera, action

Got that really very special language, no one understands it

Three child stars out here doing damage

Me and Lean and Robyn, we don’t even have to practice

We got many hits, get you feeling nostalgic

I started so young, I didn’t even have email

Now my lyrics on your booby

Baby on my arm

Your favorite pop star is into me, Yung Lean, and Charli

Know you wanna dream like Lean, wanna be like Lean

But it’s not as easy as it seems

Who do I trust? Me

We put this shit together so carelessly

Hey, why you do it so cold?

They say I’m the realest ever, yeah

That’s what I’ve been told

Killin’ this shit since 1994

We do this one night, yeah, we do it for our lives

‘Cause we got that supersonic, push up on it

Right in your ear

I got that supersonic, starship, comet

Right over here

Yeah

I’m in my Elvis moment, push up on it

Right over there

I got that supersonic, push up on it

Right in your ear, let’s go

(We got that, yeah, yeah) Mansion, castle

(Got that) Pets, family

(Got that) Drinks, action

(We got that) Lights, camera, action

(Got that, yeah, yeah) Mansion, castle

(Got that) Pets, family

(Got that) Drinks, action

(We got that) Lights, camera, action

Iconic Energy and Star Power

“360” brings together Charli XCX, Robyn, and Yung Lean for a high-energy collaboration that radiates confidence and pop culture savvy. The lyrics celebrate individuality and status, with each artist referencing their own journey and influence. Charli and her collaborators playfully boast about their unique style, global appeal, and the effortless way they command attention at any party. The song’s references to nostalgia, fame, and luxury set a glamorous, carefree tone, while clever wordplay and nods to musical history (“dancing on their own,” “Elvis moment”) highlight their lasting impact.

A Celebration of Uniqueness

The track is layered with themes of self-assurance and the pressures of being in the spotlight. Lines about “special language” and “three child stars out here doing damage” reinforce their one-of-a-kind chemistry. Ultimately, “360” is a playful yet powerful anthem for being unapologetically yourself and celebrating the journey to pop stardom with friends who truly understand.

Song Credits

• Artist: Charli XCX featuring Robyn & Yung Lean
• Songwriters: Charli XCX, Robyn, Yung Lean
• Release Year: 2024

Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy

(Ayy) Hi, it’s me, you’re all in danger

(Ayy) Never get invited ’cause I’m such a hater

(Ayy) Got my finger on the detonator

(Ayy) Crazy girl shit, gonna go Spring Breakers

(Every time, I—, uh)

(Ayy) Every time, I make it so outrageous

(Ayy) Always gonna lose to people playin’ safer

(Ayy) Four, three, two, one, see you later

(Ayy) Crazy girl shit, gonna go Spring Breakers

(Ayy) Gonna, gonna, gonna, gonna

(Ayy) Gonna go Spring Breakers

(Ayy) Gonna, gonna, gonna, gonna

(Ayy) Gonna go Spring Breakers

Ayy, hey, uh, hey

Ayy, hey, hey

Vroom, vroom, vroom, vroom, in a big pink truck

February 10th, and I’m gonna pull up

Hey, Staples Center, what the fuck is up?

Yeah, I’m parked outside watching all the girls strut

Got the custom on, hit the worst dressed list

Yeah, you better not slide, not slip, not trip

‘Cause I poured a load of gasoline on the carpet

Lit a cigarette, took a drag, then I just flicked it

Place went boom, boom, boom, boom, clap

And I just laughed when the bodies went splat

Yeah, I knew I’d end up with my hands behind my back

In a police car, blue and red sirens

(Ayy) All flash, flash, flash, flash, lights and cameras everywhere

(Ayy) Now I’m on the news with the DUI stare

(Ayy) Who cares?

(Ayy) Just put me on the platform, turn the microphone on

(Ayy) There’s no one I wanna thank out there, yeah

(Ayy) Hi, it’s me, you’re all in danger

(Ayy) Never get invited ’cause I’m such a hater

(Ayy) Got my finger on the detonator

(Ayy) Crazy girl shit, gonna go Spring Breakers

(Every, every, every)

(Ayy) Every time, I make it so outrageous

(Ayy) Always gonna lose to people playin’ it safer

(Ayy) Four, three, two, one, see you later

(Ayy) Crazy girl shit, gonna go Spring Breakers

(Ayy) Gonna, gonna, gonna, gonna

(Ayy) Gonna go Spring Breakers

(Ayy) Gonna, gonna, gonna, gonna

(Ayy) Gonna go Spring Breakers

On the flip side, I could talk real, real nice

Maybe if you give me that prize

You might see a tear from my eye

Might change my whole damn life

I-I-I’d maybe thank God on the stage

Yeah, I swear I’d be so nice

No, I’d never misbehave

And I’d do my speech on time, maybe somethin’ just like

(Ayy) Hi, it’s me, you’re all in danger

(Ayy) Never get invited ’cause I’m such a hater

(Ayy) Got my finger on the detonator

(Ayy) Crazy girl shit, gonna go Spring Breakers

(Every, every, every)

(Ayy) Every time, I make it so outrageous

(Ayy) Always gonna lose to people playin’ it safer

(Ayy) Four, three, two, one, see you later

(Ayy) Crazy girl shit, gonna go Spring Breakers

(Ayy) Gonna, gonna, gonna, gonna

(Ayy) Gonna go Spring Breakers

(Ayy) Gonna, gonna, gonna, gonna

(Ayy) Gonna go Spring Breakers

Unleashing Chaos: Embracing the ‘Spring Breakers’ Attitude

In “Spring Breakers,” Charli XCX channels a wild, unapologetic energy, blending rebellion and tongue-in-cheek humor. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who thrives on chaos and stands apart from the safe, predictable crowd. With lines like “Got my finger on the detonator” and “Crazy girl shit, gonna go Spring Breakers,” Charli explores the thrill of going against the grain, embracing notoriety, and pushing boundaries. The narrative is peppered with pop culture references, wild escapades, and satirical nods to the price of nonconformity. The closing verse hints at an alternate reality—one where the narrator plays by the rules—but ultimately, the anarchic spirit wins out. Charli XCX’s delivery is both playful and defiant, inviting listeners to revel in the messy, exhilarating side of life.

Song Credits

• Artist: Charli XCX
• Release Year: 2024

Always on my mind

Every day, every night

Your star burns so bright

Why did I push you away?

I was scared sometimes

You had a power like a lightning strike

When I’m on stage sometimes I lie

Say that I love singing these songs you left behind

And I know you always said, “It’s okay to cry”

So I know I can cry, I can cry

So I cry

Wish I’d tried to pull you closer

You pushed me hard made me focus

Your words, brutal, loving, truthful

I was petrified

You’re a hero and a human

Track was done I’d make excuses

You’d say, “Come on, stay for dinner”

I’d say, “No, I’m fine”

Now I really wish I’d stayed

Always on my mind

Every day, every night

Your star burns so bright

Why did I push you away?

I was scared sometimes

You had a power like a lightning strike

When I’m on stage sometimes I lie

Say that I love singing these songs you left behind

And I know you always said, “It’s okay to cry”

So I know I can cry, I can cry

So I cry

Guilty feelings keep me fractured

Got a phone call after Christmas

Didn’t know how I should act

I watched you dance online

Your sounds, your words live on endless

When I make songs I remember

Things you’d suggest – “Make it faster!”

Would you like this one?

Maybe just a little bit

Always on my mind

Every day, every night

Your star burns so bright

Why did I push you away?

I was scared sometimes

You had a power like a lightning strike

When I’m on stage sometimes I lie

Say that I love singing these songs you left behind

And I know you always said, “It’s okay to cry”

So I know I can cry, I can cry

So I cry

Loss, Memory, and Healing in “So I”

Charli XCX’s “So I” is a deeply personal and heartfelt ballad that explores the enduring impact of loss and the complexity of memory. The lyrics reflect on a close relationship with someone whose influence lingers long after their absence. The recurring lines about a star burning bright and the honest admissions of guilt and regret reveal the songwriter’s struggle with past decisions and unspoken emotions. The song’s chorus, anchored by the permission to “cry,” uncovers a journey toward emotional acceptance and healing. Through vivid imagery and confessional storytelling, Charli XCX captures the bittersweet experience of looking back, wishing for more time, and learning to let grief become a source of strength.

Song Credits

• Artist: Charli XCX
• Release Year: 2024

Oh-oh

I tell good lies when they ask me

But I cried all night in the backseat

No one knows what I feel inside (I used to know what I wanted)

My tears fell down at the party

Like water all on my body

No one knows when I’m really alright

Pulled apart my feelings so raw (Yeah)

Voices shout so loud, can’t ignore (Every night, every night, yeah)

I used to think I knew what I wanted

I’m high enough from all the high pressure

I just wanna make myself better

On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, oh

I broke down in Paris (Yeah)

Tried to hide my emotions (Come home)

All flew out my body (Yeah)

But then I cried hard in the hotel

Did that show in London

And I cried still at the party

Doesn’t make me happy

How can I not know what I need right now?

Pulled apart my feelings so raw (Yeah, yeah)

Voices shout so loud, can’t ignore (Every night, every night, yeah)

I used to think I knew what I wanted (I used to know what I wanted)

But I don’t wanna feel the high pressure

I just wanna make myself better

On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

On Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, on

Feel so high in the trolley

Feel so high in the trolley

Oh-oh

Oh-oh

Oh-oh, someday, yeah, yeah

Oh-oh

Oh-oh

Oh-oh, someday, yeah, yeah

Someday, oh

Unraveling Emotional Uncertainty

“How Can I Not Know What I Need Right Now” by Charli XCX dives deep into the complexities of emotional uncertainty and self-discovery. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of vulnerability, with Charli admitting to hiding her true feelings behind a façade. The repetition of days of the week amplifies the sense of routine emotional turbulence, as she cycles through highs and lows without finding clarity. The song’s confessional tone, referencing breakdowns in cities like Paris and London, highlights the universal struggle of not always understanding one’s needs, even in moments of apparent success or celebration. Altogether, Charli XCX captures that all-too-relatable feeling of searching for answers within oneself, longing for relief from internal pressures and the hope of eventual clarity.

Song Credits

• Artist: Charli XCX
• Release Year: 2024
• Label: Atlantic Records

I’m sorry if I-, I’m sorry if I-

I talked to you the way I talk to myself

I started taking you for granted and that’s not right

Stop saying “thank you” when I needed your help

But still I’m taking you for granted and that’s not right

I never really listen

But when you’re gone a part of me is missing

I know it’s complicated, we both feel the distance

I really hope that you’ll forgive me one day

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I only make it worse

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if it hurts

Floatin’ in an atmosphere

Hiding from the truth in fear

Slowly we both disappeared

Now it seems so crystal clear

So in denial, oh, yeah

You never really listen

And when I’m gone a part of you is missing

I know it’s complicated letting go of feelings

I really hope that you’ll forgive me one day

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I only make it worse

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if I hurt you

I’m sorry if it hurts, oh

Ooh

Oh, yeah, yeah

I’m sorry if I-, I’m sorry if I-

Oh

Raw Apology and Vulnerability

In “Sorry If I Hurt You,” Charli XCX lays bare the complexity of regret and longing for forgiveness. The lyrics dive into the aftermath of emotional missteps, where both parties in a relationship recognize their faults but struggle to bridge the distance. Charli’s repeated apologies serve as both confession and plea, highlighting her self-awareness and the impact of taking someone for granted. The song’s reflective tone is amplified by lines about missing pieces and unspoken fears, painting a picture of two people drifting apart while still yearning for reconciliation.

Mutual Responsibility and Hope for Forgiveness

The track doesn’t just settle on one-sided guilt; it acknowledges mutual shortcomings. Both Charli and her counterpart admit to not truly listening, adding depth to the song’s emotional landscape. There’s an honesty in accepting responsibility, but also a hopefulness that forgiveness may still be possible. The song resonates with anyone who has ever wished for a second chance after causing pain, making “Sorry If I Hurt You” an anthem of remorse and healing.

Song Credits

• Artist: Charli XCX
• Release Year: 2024

I guess the apple don’t fall far from the tree

‘Cause I’ve been looking at you so long now I only see me

I wanna throw the apple into the sky

Feels like you never understand me so I just want to drive

To the airport

The airport

The airport

The airport

I guess the apple could turn yellow or green

I know there’s lots of different nuances to you and to me

I wanna grow the apple, keep all the seeds

But I can’t help but get so angry you don’t listen, I leave

To the airport

The airport

The airport

The airport

The airport

The airport

The airport

The airport

I’m gonna drive, gonna drive all night

I’m gonna drive, gonna drive all night

I think the apple’s rotten right to the core

From all the things passed down from all the apples coming before

I split the apple down symmetrical lines

And what I find is kind of scary, makes me just want to drive

I wanna know where you go when you’re feeling alone

When you’re feeling alone, do you?

I wanna know where you go when you’re feeling alone

When you’re feeling alone, do you?

Unpacking the Symbolism of ‘Apple’

Charli XCX’s ‘Apple’ is a reflective exploration of identity, family legacy, and emotional distance. The recurring apple metaphor captures the inescapable influence of our roots—”the apple don’t fall far from the tree”—while also hinting at the tension between wanting to grow independently and feeling tethered to past patterns. The yearning to escape, expressed through the repeated desire to drive to the airport, reflects a need for liberation when communication breaks down. The imagery of splitting the apple and finding something “kind of scary” inside suggests an unsettling discovery about oneself, shaped by inherited experiences. Ultimately, the song asks poignant questions about connection and loneliness, inviting listeners to reflect on their own relationships and inherited traits.

Song Credits

Artist: Charli XCX
Songwriters: Charlotte Aitchison (Charli XCX), others unlisted
Release Year: 2024