Apple Juice Lyrics – Teddy Swims

I got no excuse, I’m sad, I’m sad
Don’t make me choose ’cause it won’t be you
I got no excuse, I’m bad, I’m bad
Ask anyone who knows me
Tell me not to, and I only do it again and again times ten
So, who the hell are you to tell me what to do?
Tell me what to do
Mmm-mmm

Girl, you knew this when you met me, yeah
Why would things be different now? Oh
Why they kick me out?
Pouring Welches in my Henny, mmm
Mix it up, knock it down, oh
Throw it down, yeah

Slowing down ain’t on my list
Built a fire from out the sticks
Button collar never fit, never fit, no
Might be a degenerate
That ain’t your problem to fix
Always gets me where I need to get, yeah

I’m still putting booze in my apple juice
I got no excuse, I’m sad, I’m sad
Don’t make me choose ’cause it won’t be you
I got no excuse, I’m bad, I’m bad
Ask anyone who knows me
Tell me not to, and I only do it again and again times ten
So, who the hell are you to tell me what to do, baby?
Tell me what to do
Yeah

Don’t you worry, Mama’s praying, ooh
Ooh, ooh, ooh
So I’m never too far gone
Never too far gone
Let you know if I need saving, baby
Pour another one
Till then, I’m pouring another one

I’m sipping whatever, smoking my Reds
I did what I did, I’ll do it again
I’ll say, “Sorry,” when I finally am, but

I’m still putting booze in my apple juice
I got no excuse, I’m sad, I’m sad
Girl, you just gon’ lose, tryna make me choose
I got no excuse, I’m bad, I’m bad
Ask anyone who knows me
Tell me not to, and I only do it again and again times ten
So, who the hell are you to tell me what to do? Oh
Tell me what to do
Oh, ooh, ooh, yeah

Who the hell are you?
Ooh, ooh, ooh
To tell me what to do?

In the first paragraph, the singer expresses a sense of resignation and self-awareness about their emotional state, admitting to feeling sad without any valid excuse. They reject the idea of being forced to make a choice, implying that the decision won’t favor the person asking them to choose. Despite recognizing their flaws and the negative impact of their actions, they challenge others’ authority to dictate their behavior.

The second paragraph delves into the dynamics of a relationship, particularly addressing the partner’s awareness of the singer’s habits and tendencies from the beginning. The singer questions why anything should change now, suggesting a sense of inevitability in their actions. The reference to “Welches in my Henny” implies mixing cheap alcohol with a more expensive brand, reflecting a disregard for conventional norms. The act of pouring, mixing, and knocking down drinks symbolizes a cycle of indulgence and recklessness.

The third paragraph continues with themes of defiance and self-acceptance. The singer describes their refusal to slow down or conform to societal expectations, likening themselves to a degenerate who doesn’t fit the mold. Despite this, they assert that it’s not anyone else’s responsibility to fix them and emphasize that their methods, although unconventional, lead them where they need to go.

Overall, the song portrays a complex character grappling with inner turmoil, addiction, and the struggle for autonomy. It reflects the tension between personal desires and societal norms, as well as the longing for acceptance and redemption. Through soulful vocals and evocative lyrics, “Apple Juice” captures the essence of human vulnerability and the resilience to persevere despite one’s flaws.