Spite (Omar Apollo)

“Spite” explores the complex emotions of a relationship marked by distance and internal conflict, where the singer grapples with feelings of longing and frustration alongside the desire for reconciliation.

Despite the challenges, there’s an underlying acknowledgment of mutual attraction and shared experiences, adding to the emotional complexity.

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The lyrics reveal a push-and-pull dynamic, highlighted by the opening lines where the singer admits imperfection but hints at intentional distancing (“I don’t wanna hit you back on purpose”).

There’s a clear desire to be closer (“I’ve been thinking ’bout moving by you”), contrasted by the frustration over the other person’s actions (“Why you gotta ruin every night?”).

The line “50k I spend it out of spite” suggests a coping mechanism to deal with hurt feelings, while “Hate that I still need you in my life” encapsulates the internal conflict.

Despite the negativity, the repetition of “You like it, like I do, like me” suggests a shared understanding and mutual attraction that persists through the challenges.

The imagery of “Tulips dying slowly in the vase” serves as a metaphor for the fading relationship, yet the singer still wants to “take you on a date,” illustrating the lingering hope for rekindling the connection.