Apologize
● Hollywood Undead Lyrics


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We don't apologize
And that's just the way it is
But we can harmonize
Even if we sound like shit
Don't try to criticize
You bitches better plead the fifth
We've been idolized
Role models for all the kids
(for all the kids)

You heard us before but that was just a little sample
We're back for more here to set a worse example
Chop it up white stuff let's begin
Big wolves linin' up and scorin' little pigs
Still drunk and we're doin' it again
With a huff and a puff I'm blowin' birds on your shit
Learn it out pitch black grin still white skin
You know I'm hard to kill but real I'm movin' in
I'm puttin' twenty two down while I'm pukin' up blood
You know I'm here to stay well fuck I'm gonna die young
Yo my posse's gettin' big and my posse's gettin' bigger
It's one eighty eight minus one you know the figure.

We don't apologize
And that's just the way it is
But we can harmonize
Even if we sound like shit
Don't try to criticize
You bitches better plead the fifth
We've been idolized
Role models for all the kids.

It's easy to be drunk when it's hard to be sober
I'ma steal your leased rover and pull police over
I'm a mean smoker who reaks of weed odor
Certified street soldier devil on your teens shoulder
Don't invite Scene over he pee's at sleep overs
He asked your sister out so that he could cheat on her
What a creep loner, shit I couldn't sink lower
You just got a mean boner from a Charlie Scene poster
If I'm poppin' a wheelie it means I'm jackin' your bike
Got my middle finger raised as I'm runnin' red lights
I'm known to punch 'em in the dick at the end of a fight
And I never say I'm sorry at the end of the night.

We don't apologize
And that's just the way it is
But we can harmonize
Even if we sound like shit
Don't try to criticize
You bitches better plead the fifth
We've been idolized
Role models for all the kids.

So many dollars stuffed in my wallet
Chain so bling yeah you know that I'm a baller
We can take the blame cause your parents don't wanna
They roll their blunts with your marijuana
How can I run when the pigs got a chopper
I got a gun but they got a lotta
Shootin' at the sky with a mother fuckin' sawed off
God bless a Catholic forgive me father
Now what's a man to do when another holds a Bible
A lot of kids suein me holdin' me liable
Reflections of a kid and they call him suicidal
Dead beat such a sinner but we call him a child
How can you blame him a play ground they're dealin'
The mother still buyin' and the father still preachin'
And now it's up to me cause no one's gonna teach him
Now nobody, nobody needs 'em.

We don't apologize
And that's just the way it is
But we can harmonize
Even if we sound like shit
Don't try to criticize
You bitches better plead the fifth
We've been idolized




Role models for all the kids.
(for all the kids)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hollywood Undead's song "Apologize" are a reflection of the band's attitude towards life. The first two lines of the chorus, "We don't apologize, And that's just the way it is", show their unapologetic and rebellious nature. They don't feel the need to apologize for their behavior or language, and they believe that people should accept them the way they are. However, they also acknowledge that their music may not be perfect, and in the next line, they say, "But we can harmonize, Even if we sound like shit", meaning that they may not have the best harmonies, but they can still create something unique.


The verses talk about various topics like drug use, violence, and inappropriate behavior. They showcase a "devil-may-care" attitude, where they are not afraid to push boundaries and be politically incorrect. They also highlight their popularity and influence on younger generations, referring to themselves as "role models for all the kids". The lyrics suggest that they have a love for life but are aware of its dark side and chaos, shown in phrases like "Still drunk and we're doin' it again, With a huff and a puff I'm blowin' birds on your shit", further emphasizing their nonchalant and carefree nature.


Overall, "Apologize" is a song about rebellion, defiance, and living life on their own terms, no matter what others may say or think.


Line by Line Meaning

We don't apologize
We refuse to express regret or say sorry for any of our actions


And that's just the way it is
This is simply our attitude and we won't change it


But we can harmonize
Despite our rough exterior and imperfections, we can still work together musically


Even if we sound like shit
Even if our music isn't pleasing to everyone's ears


Don't try to criticize
Don't attempt to pick apart or fault our music or actions


You bitches better plead the fifth
You should refuse to answer or stay silent about whatever you may know or accuse of us


We've been idolized
We are seen as role models or examples for many youth to follow


Role models for all the kids
We are looked up to by the younger generation as examples of how to act and behave


You heard us before but that was just a little sample
You may have listened to our music before, but that was only a small taste of what we have to offer


We're back for more here to set a worse example
We are returning to the music scene to provide a worse influence and impact on society


Chop it up white stuff let's begin
Let's start cutting up and snorting cocaine


Big wolves linin' up and scorin' little pigs
We (the powerful and influential) take advantage of the weaker and vulnerable individuals


Still drunk and we're doin' it again
Despite our current state of intoxication, we are continuing with our reckless behavior


With a huff and a puff I'm blowin' birds on your shit
I'm causing destruction and leaving my mark wherever I go


Learn it out pitch black grin still white skin
Despite the darkness and sin in our lives, we still appear innocent or pure on the surface


You know I'm hard to kill but real I'm movin' in
You may think it's hard to take me down, but I'm bringing the harsh reality in


I'm puttin' twenty two down while I'm pukin' up blood
I'm drinking heavily and engaging in destructive behavior, even if it harms my physical well-being


You know I'm here to stay well fuck I'm gonna die young
I don't plan on leaving the music scene or settling down, even if it means I may die young


Yo my posse's gettin' big and my posse's gettin' bigger
My group of friends and supporters is growing larger and more influential


It's one eighty eight minus one you know the figure.
The calculation is 187, a number often associated with murder or violence


It's easy to be drunk when it's hard to be sober
Being in a constant state of intoxication is easier than facing the harsh reality or sobering up


I'ma steal your leased rover and pull police over
I'm willing to steal and break the law, even putting others in danger


I'm a mean smoker who reaks of weed odor
I frequently smoke marijuana and the scent lingers on me, affecting my mood and behavior


Certified street soldier devil on your teens shoulder
I am perceived as a brave and skilled fighter, but also a bad influence on impressionable younger individuals


Don't invite Scene over he pee's at sleep overs
One of my acquaintances (Charlie Scene) has poor hygiene and manners, to the point where you shouldn't invite him over


He asked your sister out so that he could cheat on her
Charlie Scene is not trustworthy and has a history of manipulating and cheating on his partners


What a creep loner, shit I couldn't sink lower
Charlie Scene behaves in a disgusting and abusive manner, and I don't want to stoop to his level


You just got a mean boner from a Charlie Scene poster
You find Charlie Scene sexually arousing or appealing, even though he has questionable behavior


If I'm poppin' a wheelie it means I'm jackin' your bike
If you see me doing a wheelie on a motorcycle, it's because I'm stealing it


Got my middle finger raised as I'm runnin' red lights
I am breaking traffic laws and regulations without care or concern for the consequences


I'm known to punch 'em in the dick at the end of a fight
I resort to sexual violence and aggression when engaging in physical altercations


And I never say I'm sorry at the end of the night.
I refuse to apologize for my actions or behavior, even if it harms others


So many dollars stuffed in my wallet
I have a large amount of cash and wealth


Chain so bling yeah you know that I'm a baller
My expensive and flashy jewelry shows off my wealth and status


We can take the blame cause your parents don't wanna
We are willing to be held responsible or accountable for our actions, since the older generation may not accept responsibility


They roll their blunts with your marijuana
Your parents use your drugs to smoke in their own leisure time


How can I run when the pigs got a chopper
It's impossible to escape the authorities when they have advanced equipment and technology


I got a gun but they got a lotta
I may have a weapon, but the police force has a greater amount of weaponry and backup


Shootin' at the sky with a mother fuckin' sawed off
I am recklessly firing a large shotgun without concern for any potential harm or injury


God bless a Catholic forgive me father
I acknowledge that my behavior may be sinful or offensive to others, but also ask for forgiveness and mercy


Now what's a man to do when another holds a Bible
When someone tries to use religion or morality to judge or condemn others, it's difficult to know how to react or respond


A lot of kids suein me holdin' me liable
Many younger individuals are taking legal action against me, since they hold me accountable for my actions and influence


Reflections of a kid and they call him suicidal
Image or branding can significantly impact how people perceive and label someone, even if it's incorrect or unfair


Dead beat such a sinner but we call him a child
Despite someone's negative or problematic behavior, it's easier to label and categorize them as innocent and youthful


How can you blame him a play ground they're dealin'
We cannot hold younger individuals entirely responsible for their mistakes or behavior, since adults and society also play a role in shaping their attitudes and actions


The mother still buyin' and the father still preachin'
Despite any negative behavior or influence, it's difficult for a parent to stop loving and supporting their child, and a religious or moral authority figure may refuse to acknowledge or confront any issues


And now it's up to me cause no one's gonna teach him
In the absence of proper guidance or influence, individuals may have to take responsibility for their own actions and choices


Now nobody, nobody needs 'em.
The individual who was once looked up to or idolized is now alone and without support or guidance




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GRIFFIN BOICE, DYLAN ALVAREZ, MATTHEW BUSEK, JOREL DECKER, DANIEL MURILLO, GEORGE RAGAN, JORDON TERRELL

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@70ftTom

Words cannot express how much this song means to me. It has gotten me through the hardest of times and has aided in my healing journey.

Trigger warning drugs overdose death Alcoholism

My mother was an addict and I pretty much took care of her as a kid because if she wasn't missing she was too high to function. She finally sobered up in 2016 and I felt like I Finally had a mother, but she died January 2020 and there was so much left unsaid. This song helped me make peace with that part of my past, the part where my mom was too high to know i existed.

Ive seen my friends corpse, overdosed, he been laying there for a while he was so stiff... still... it still haunts me walking in and finding him like that. I've seen my friends overdose on multiple occasions as have I.

October of last year my friend overdosed in my kitchen. I was trying to help him, in his journey for sobriety, you know service like they preach in AA? Plus he was my friend I wanted to help.

He was such a good dude, and he was doing good until his cousin died of overdose. That night he refused to talk to me, I knew he was upset who wouldn't be? I said I'm here if you need to talk about it. He said no he had to be strong for his fam. He went into the bed room and I assumed he went to bed.

Next thing I know I wake up in the morning to him overdosing on my kitchen floor. I called 911 and they brought him back but it really broke my heart, he felt like a bro to me. He overdosed on ice. He promised he wouldn't bring it in my house. He was a sweetheart though, good person, but the drugs....well you know..

I'm 15 years sober from Coke and speed. Right now I'm battling Alcoholism. I was recently released from the hospital from an unalive attempt and Alcohol withdrawal.

I'm a chronic binge drinker now, I'll drink till I piss blood or even drink myself to death if no one stops me. I don't want to be this way, I've been through detox more than once from drinking myself to the point of no return.

Something just takes over me even tho I'm involved in AA and other programs I still relapse. But this song soothes my soul, it reminds me why I need to fight for sobriety.

This is my all time favorite song and even music video. The visuals are so appealingas well.. just brilliant

Keep on making music.



All comments from YouTube:

@jxe6381

Ronnie confirmed that Corey's part in this was done completely free due to the fact that he loved the song so much and wanted to be a part of it He flew over and drove from another town in a rental to the set for the segment in the song. Mad respect to him shits crazy. Song goes so hard. 🔥

@littlered8205

Amen! Couldn’t agree more 🔥 Corey and Ronnie are freaking incredible

@dexteraguirre2814

That's why Corey is a legend

@chrisday3086

Coreys a damn beast

@katg4237

@@JordanBlue1 you don’t understand music

@Velikij.Kommentator

@@JordanBlue1 you say his part is worst, i disagree
Cause if that were true, then we'd all be free...

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