Apollo
Marco Van Bassken Lyrics

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emptiness and you still get undressed
just another preformance
a thing of beauty
violtes that meets the eye
hollowed out a shadow of our doubt
every touch is a warnning
if I believe it,
if I buy it to you i'll pay the price

drawing apollo, the mirrior doesn't I you and I shouldn't try to contiune this,
I wish I didn't need to tell you, I didn't to know to know
drawing apollo, you can't apologize for the cough you simplfiy anytime we kiss,
I wish I couldn't stand behind you, I didn't need to know to know

seeing now,
I really wonder how,
how I possibly miss it,
you quite an actor for the script is pure clitche
whatcha want,
the prick is scared to hunt,
because of you it is twisted,
it is your reflection.
what's the matter with what the other people say
APOLLOOOOOOOO

drawing apollo, the mirrior doesn't I you and I shouldn't try to contiune this,
I wish I didn't need to tell you, I didn't to know to know
drawing apollo, you can't apologize for the cough you simplfiy every time we kiss,

I wish I couldn't stand behind you, I didn't need to know to know
APOLLOOOOOOOO

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Marco Van Bassken's song Apollo seem to be about a toxic and unhealthy relationship. The first few lines of the chorus suggest that despite the emptiness in the relationship, they still get undressed and perform for one another. The thing of beauty could be interpreted as the façade they put on for others to see. However, underneath the surface lies doubt and a sense of hollowness. Every touch is a warning, highlighting the fragile and volatile nature of their relationship. The line ''if I buy it to you, I'll pay the price'' hints at the idea that the singer knows this relationship is not worth investing in but they continue to do so anyway.

In the second verse, the singer seems to be looking at the relationship with a clearer perspective. They are beginning to see "how twisted" and manipulative their partner can be. The line "whatcha want, the prick is scared to hunt" suggests that the partner is afraid to commit, and their actions are questionable. Despite what other people say, they continue to draw them in like they are Apollo, the god of beauty and light. In the end, the singer wishes they didn't have to continue this cycle and continue to deceive themselves.

Line by Line Meaning

emptiness and you still get undressed
Despite the lack of emotional connection between us, you still expose your vulnerability to me.

just another performance
Our interactions are insincere and artificial, lacking true depth or meaning.

a thing of beauty
Despite the superficial appeal of our relationship, it is ultimately shallow and unfulfilling.

violtes that meets the eye
The surface level appearance of our connection belies the deeper issues and problems lurking beneath.

hollowed out a shadow of our doubt
Our doubts and uncertainties have hollowed out any real substance or meaning from our relationship.

every touch is a warning
Each physical interaction between us is a reminder of the emotional distance and potential danger involved.

if I believe it, if I buy it to you I'll pay the price
If I choose to invest emotionally in our relationship, I will inevitably suffer the consequences of that decision.

drawing apollo, the mirror doesn't see you and I shouldn't try to continue this
We are not truly seeing each other for who we are, and it is futile to try to maintain the facade of our relationship.

I wish I didn't need to tell you, I didn't need to know to know
I regret that the truth about the emptiness of our connection has become apparent, and I wish I could ignore it.

drawing apollo, you can't apologize for the cough you simplify every time we kiss
Your attempts to make up for the fundamental inadequacy of our relationship are superficial and ultimately futile.

I wish I couldn't stand behind you, I didn't need to know to know
I regret that I am unable to ignore the truth about our connection, and I wish I didn't have to confront it.

seeing now, I really wonder how, how I possibly missed it
In hindsight, I am shocked that I failed to see the emptiness and problems in our relationship earlier.

you're quite an actor for the script is pure cliche
Your attempts to maintain the illusion of our relationship are hackneyed and unconvincing.

whatcha want, the prick is scared to hunt, because of you it is twisted, it is your reflection
Your desires and motivations have warped our interactions and contributed to the dysfunction and hollowness of our relationship.

what's the matter with what the other people say
The opinions of others about our relationship are ultimately irrelevant, as the problems and emptiness are inherent to our connection.

APOLLOOOOOOOO
A cry of frustration and disillusionment with the superficiality and inadequacy of our relationship.

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