"I wanted this song to represent the innocence of love, how a tiny crush can leave someone in denial and a little confused. I wanted a guitar sound that reminded me of Sonic Youth because they’re a band I listen to when I’m in a good mood, and that’s exactly when I wanted people to listen to the song – when they’re happy and just wanna dance. Also, I wanted the melody of the song to remind me of Pavement, another one of my favourite bands. My best friend Eliana helped shout at the end of the track, we get pretty crazy together."
- Beabadoobee (Billboard Interview)
Apple Cider
beabadoobee Lyrics
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But your hair be smelling like fruit punch
And I don't even like you that much
Wait
I do
Fuck
So call me
Let's give this
Thing a try
You said you liked my hair
Go ahead and touch it
You said you liked this jumper I wore
So I always wore it
It's really nice to talk to you
It's really nice to hold your hand
It's really nice to talk to you
It's really nice to hold your hand
And even if we're just friends
We could be more than that
And even if we're just friends
We could be more than that
So call me
At midnight
Let's give this thing
A try
So call me
At midnight
Ask if it's alright
To have a sleepover
To drink some apple cider
Or maybe some fruit punch
And we can talk about how we don't links each other much
The opening line in beabadoobee's song "Apple Cider" sets the scene for a casual flirtation between two people who enjoy each other's company but are not entirely sure if their feelings are mutual. The repeated references to apple cider and fruit punch add to the relaxed, carefree atmosphere. While the singer acknowledges that she doesn't initially have strong feelings for her romantic interest, the confusion and intrigue that set in over the course of the song prove otherwise. The use of the first and second person narration creates a sense of intimacy, as though the listener is being spoken to directly, and allows the listener to relate to the singer's feelings of uncertainty and possibility.
Throughout the song, there is a back and forth between the two characters with a subtle jousting with words - the singer is uncertain about her feelings while the other person seems more assertive. The repeated line "let's give this thing a try" is a hopeful plea to take a chance on a relationship. The ending verse, in which the singer proposes a sleepover, adds to the ambiguous tone of the song, leaving the listener to wonder if the two will become more than just friends or simply remain in a comfortable limbo.
"Apple Cider" is a laid-back, introspective song that explores the beginning stages of a romantic relationship. The singer's voice is gentle and wavering, conveying both vulnerability and hopefulness. It's a song that captures the uncertainty and excitement of a new romance, with an open-ended conclusion that leaves the listener to imagine the outcome.
Line by Line Meaning
We both like apple cider
We have a common interest in apple cider
But your hair be smelling like fruit punch
I am attracted to the scent of your hair
And I don't even like you that much
Despite my attraction, I have mixed feelings towards you
Wait
Let me reconsider my feelings for you
I do
I have decided that I do like you
Fuck
This realization is intense and overwhelming
So call me
Let's connect and explore this attraction further
At midnight
Under the cover of night, when our emotions are heightened
Let's give this
Let's see where this connection can take us
Thing a try
Even though we have mixed feelings, it's worth a shot
You said you liked my hair
You have expressed appreciation for my appearance
Go ahead and touch it
I am inviting you to make physical contact with me
You said you liked this jumper I wore
You have expressed appreciation for my clothing
So I always wore it
I wore the jumper frequently to impress you
It's really nice to talk to you
I enjoy our conversations and time spent together
It's really nice to hold your hand
I feel a physical connection and pleasure when touching you
And even if we're just friends
Our connection is valuable even if we don't become romantic partners
We could be more than that
There is potential for our relationship to become more than just friends
Ask if it's alright
We want to respect each other's boundaries and feelings
To have a sleepover
We want to spend more time together in an intimate setting
To drink some apple cider
We can enjoy our shared interest in apple cider
Or maybe some fruit punch
We can try something new together
And we can talk about how we don't links each other much
We can air out any mixed feelings and see where we stand in our relationship
Writer(s): beatrice laus
Contributed by Mason D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@taigarose
Lyrics;
[Verse 1]
We both like apple cider
But your hair be smelling like fruit punch
And I don't even like you that much
Wait, I do, fuck
[Chorus]
Call me at midnight
Let's give this thing a try
[Verse 2]
You said you liked my hair
So go ahead and touch it
You said you liked the jumper I wore
So I always wore it
It's really nice to talk to you
It's really nice to hold your hand
It's really nice to talk to you
It's really nice to hold your hand
And even if we're just friends
We could be more than that
And even if we're just friends
We could be more than that
[Chorus]
So call me at midnight
Let's give this thing a try
[Instrumental Break]
[Chorus]
Call me at midnight
Let's give this thing a try
So call me at midnight
Ask you if it's alright
To have a sleepover
To drink some apple cider
Or maybe some fruit punch
And we can talk about how we don't like each other that much
@blawb
lyrics :))
We both like apple cider
But your hair be smelling like fruit punch
And I don't even like you that much
Wait
I do
Fuck
So call me
At midnight
Let's give this
Thing a try
You said you liked my hair
Go ahead and touch it
You said you liked this jumper I wore
So I always wore it
It's really nice to talk to you
It's really nice to hold your hand
It's really nice to talk to you
It's really nice to hold your hand
And even if we're just friends
We could be more than that
And even if we're just friends
We could be more than that
So call me
At midnight
Let's give this thing
A try
So call me
At midnight
Ask if it's alright
To have a sleepover
To drink some apple cider
Or maybe some fruit punch
And we can talk about how we don't like each other that much
@clivepaff
Lyrics:
We both like apple cider
But your hair be smelling like fruit punch
And I don't even like you that much
Wait
I do
FUCK
Call me
At midnight
Let's give this
Thing a try
You said you liked my hair
So go ahead and touch it
You said you liked the jumper I wore
So I always wore it
It's really nice to talk to you
It's really nice to hold your hand
It's really nice to talk to you
It's really nice to hold your hand
And even if we're just friends
We could be more than that
And even if we're just friends
We could be more than that
So call me
At midnight
Let's give this thing
A try
Call me
At midnight
Let's give this thing
A try
So call me
At midnight
Ask if it's alright
To have a sleepover
To drink some apple cider
Or maybe some fruit punch
And we can talk about how we don't like each other that much
@sailorrat5697
I'll never get tired of her music. I hope one day she’ll get the recognition she deserves <3
@mateobenavidez1985
sailor rat I love every single song of her
@dannehsg978
Bro she has 30 million monthly listeners on Spotify what are you going on about
@sxdiec
she doesn't have a single bad song 🥺
@mateobenavidez1985
xo sadie PERIODT
@alliexcx5576
Same
@mitski.maniac
still listening to this 4 years later.
@motherifrewup
Same
@yungvert
Frr
@benjaminlagrifoul6387
frr