"Apocalypse" by Cigarettes After Sex appears to be a melancholic love song about longing, loss, and the struggle to let go. The lyrics suggest a relationship that has ended or is ending, with one person unable to move on. The repeated line "You've been locked in here forever and you just can't say goodbye" implies an emotional entrapment, possibly due to unrequited feelings or unresolved issues. The references to "crumbling bridges", "cityscapes turn[ing] to dust", and "helicopters crashing in the ocean" could symbolize the destruction of their relationship. The phrase "Your lips, my lips, apocalypse" might represent a catastrophic yet passionate connection between them. The song also hints at shared memories and secrets from childhood, adding depth to their bond. Despite the pain and longing expressed throughout the song, there's also a sense of comfort and support offered in the lines "When you're all alone...when you're feeling low".
