Discover the story of the song > Apartment – Young the Giant

The protagonist leaves his apartment feeling sad and lonely. He walks to his partner's apartment, but she is no longer there for him. He then goes to the coast and reflects on how his partner understood that he was not good for her. The chorus talks about how things fall apart and the post-chorus encourages enjoying the present moment before it ends. The song ends with the protagonist still feeling the effects of his failed relationship.