Before their unfortunate demise, Apocalypse Hoboken toured with the likes of The Vandals, The Ataris, Ten Foot Pole, Less Than Jake, Swingin' Utters, Agent Orange, Guttermouth, Strung Out, Bigwig, Suicide Machines, At the Drive In, Murder City Devils, and appeared on West Coast dates of the Warped Tour.
Their last show in 2003 sold out Chicago's Metro, and though they haven't recorded a shred of new music in five years, demand for their live act has never been greater. A reunion at the Abbey Pub with all-original members promises to be a highlight of 2006.
Line up
Todd Pott - Vocals
Scott A. - Guitar
Sean - Guitar
Kurt Buddha - Bass Guitar
Andy - Drums
Discography
Yes, But... (1989, Self-Released) - (cassette)
Green Monster (1990, Fullon Records) - (7")
Punish the Innocent (1992, Fullon Records) - (cassette)
The Kingpin (1993, Dick Records) - (7")
Strikes Back (1993, Dick Records) - (7")
Superincredibleheavydutydudes (1994, Dyslexic Records) - (CD)
Reissued in 1997 by Labyrinth Media
Jerk Lessons (1994, Dyslexic Records) - (10")
Reissued in 1998 by Dyslexic/Choke Inc.
Daterape Nation (1994, Johanns Face Records) - (2x7")
Sassy's Cute Band Alert (1994, Dyslexic Records) - (7")
Split with Sidekick Kato
Easy Instructions For Complex Machinery (1995, Johanns Face Records - (LP/CD)
Daterape Nation / Jerk Lessons (1996, Johanns Face Records) - (CD)
A compilation of two earlier releases
Now's Not a Good Time (1996, Rocco Records) - (CD/10")
Led Zeppelin III (1997, Fueled By Ramen) - (7")
Oblivion/Apocalypse Hoboken (August 1997, Harmless Records) - (7")
V.M.Live #34 (1997, VML Records) - (7")
Also released as a CD under the name V.M.Live Series 1, Volume 8
Monchichi (1997, Dick Records) - (Promo 7")
House of The Rising Son of a Bitch (1998, Kung-Fu Records) - (LP/CS/CD)
Inverse, Reverse, Perverse (1999, Suburban Home Records) - (CD)
Microstars (1999, Kung-Fu Records) - (LP/CS/CD)
Four CD Box Set (2002, Self-Released) - CD
Disc 1 - 1990-1993
Disc 2 - 1994-1995
Disc 3 - 1995-1997
Disc 4 - 1997-2000
Sorry
Apocalypse Hoboken Lyrics
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This is a sorry way to start
So I'll just say it plain and bare
I'm sorry I broke your heart
I'm sorry I laughed at your hair
And spilled beer on your coat
I'm sorry I always loved you
And kept every letter you wrote
And flushed your keys down the toilet
I'm sorry I shaved your kitty cat
And stuck his tail int he outlet
I didn't mean to spoil your day
I didn't mean to ruin your life
And if I could take it all back
You know I just might
I'm not sad I'm just dumb
I'm the boy made of stone
Stupid guy yes I am
I'm the boy who's all alone
I'm sorry to hear you're dead
I'm sorry I got too close
I never knew you hurt that bad
And now everybody knows
The song "Sorry" by Apocalypse Hoboken is a heartfelt and introspective apology that is full of self-deprecation and regret. The lyrics are a reflection of someone who has realized their mistakes and is expressing genuine remorse for their actions. The opening line is "I'm sorry I ever cared," which sets the tone for the entire song, implying that the singer has come to the conclusion that their caring nature has led them to cause pain to others. They continue to apologize for specific actions, such as laughing at their partner's hair and spilling beer on their coat. These seemingly trivial things, along with things like puking in their car and shaving their kitty cat, are all examples of how the singer has made a mess of things, indicating their carelessness and recklessness.
The singer acknowledges their poor choices and the pain they have caused, but still acknowledges their own limitations and that they are not perfect. They say that they are "not sad, just dumb," and that they are "the boy made of stone," which shows how they lack the emotional intelligence to properly handle situations and understand the consequences of their actions. There is also a sense of loneliness and isolation in the lyrics. The line, "I'm the boy who's all alone," suggests that their behavior has led to them being isolated and alone, further indicating their need for companionship that they have inevitably destroyed.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sorry I ever cared
I regret ever showing any emotion towards you
This is a sorry way to start
Apologizing at the beginning of a conversation is not ideal
So I'll just say it plain and bare
I will express my remorse directly
I'm sorry I broke your heart
I acknowledge that I hurt you emotionally
I'm sorry I laughed at your hair
I apologize for making fun of your physical appearance
And spilled beer on your coat
I am sorry for being reckless and ruining your clothing
I'm sorry I always loved you
I apologize for being too attached to you
And kept every letter you wrote
I'm sorry for invading your privacy and not returning your personal belongings
I'm sorry I puked in your car
I recognize that I was out of control and made a mess in your vehicle
And flushed your keys down the toilet
I regret damaging your belongings and causing inconvenience
I'm sorry I shaved your kitty cat
I apologize for harming your pet and violating your trust
And stuck his tail in the outlet
I acknowledge that my actions were dangerous and irresponsible
I didn't mean to spoil your day
I apologize for unintentionally ruining your mood
I didn't mean to ruin your life
I regret that my actions had a negative impact on your life
And if I could take it all back
I wish I could undo my mistakes
You know I just might
I am willing to make things right if possible
I'm not sad I'm just dumb
I am not upset, just foolish
I'm the boy made of stone
I am emotionally distant and unfeeling
Stupid guy yes I am
I admit that I acted foolishly
I'm the boy who's all alone
I am isolated and lacking support
I'm sorry to hear you're dead
I express condolences for your passing
I'm sorry I got too close
I acknowledge that I invaded your personal space or boundaries
I never knew you hurt that bad
I was unaware of the extent of your pain and suffering
And now everybody knows
I am remorseful and willing to publicly admit my faults
Contributed by Stella E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.