Apple

'Apple' explores the artist's complex relationship with her parents and family, touching on deep themes such as generational trauma, introspection, and escape. The metaphor of the apple, which 'don't fall far from the tree', illustrates how family traits and traumas are passed down from generation to generation. Charli reflects on how, when looking at her parents, she sees herself, suggesting an inevitable connection and similarity that she cannot avoid.

The lyrics also reveal a desire to escape this family heritage. The repetition of the word 'airport' symbolizes the desire to escape, to distance herself from the problems and misunderstandings she feels about her family. The idea of 'throwing the apple into the sky' represents a desire to free herself from these ties, but the frustration and anger she feels prevent her from achieving this freedom.

Charli also addresses the complexity of family relationships by mentioning that the apple can be 'yellow or green', indicating the different nuances and facets of the personalities involved. However, she also recognizes that the apple can be 'rotten right to the core', reflecting the traumas and problems passed down from generation to generation. This rottenness is something she finds frightening and which motivates her even more to want to escape.

The song ends on a note of introspection. Charli questions where her parents go when they feel alone, suggesting a search for understanding and connection. This search for answers and understanding is a recurring theme in the song, showing the artist's internal struggle to deal with her emotions and her family's past. 'Apple' is a song that combines vulnerability and strength, offering a sincere and profound look at the complexities of family relationships and the impacts of generational trauma.