Freaking Me Out (feat. Alex Gaskarth)

In 'Freaking Me Out,' Simple Plan, featuring Alex Gaskarth, delves into the unsettling experience of witnessing a close friend or loved one undergo a drastic and inexplicable change. The song captures the confusion and disorientation that comes with seeing someone you once knew intimately become almost unrecognizable. The lyrics, 'What the hell's going on? Have you gone undercover?' and 'You were here, now you're not, been replaced by another,' set the tone for a narrative filled with bewilderment and a sense of betrayal.

The chorus, 'Everything you say, everything you do, is freaking me out,' emphasizes the emotional turmoil and the sense of alienation felt by the narrator. The repeated questioning of 'Who the hell are you?' underscores the depth of the transformation and the impact it has on their relationship. The song suggests that the person has become a mere shadow of their former self, possibly influenced by external factors or internal struggles, as hinted by the lines, 'Think you're real, but you're fake. Think you're deep, but you're shallow.'

The bridge, with its urgent plea to 'Wake up, wake up, wake up, snap out of it,' reflects a desperate hope for the person to return to their true self. This plea highlights the emotional investment and the pain of seeing someone you care about lose their way. Simple Plan's pop-punk style, combined with Alex Gaskarth's emotive vocals, amplifies the song's raw and relatable message. 'Freaking Me Out' serves as a poignant reminder of how changes in those we love can deeply affect us, leaving us grappling with a mix of confusion, sadness, and a longing for the past.