"Apologies" is a song by Canadian rock band Three Days Grace. It was released on May 9, 2025, via RCA Records as the second single from their upcoming eighth studio album, "Alienation".
Background.
Three Days Grace previewed "Apologies" on their social media pages ahead of the song's release. Following announcement for their eighth studio album "Alienation", the group also released "Apologies" on May 9, 2025, as the album's second single. The song is about "a mirror for anyone who feels like they're too far gone to be loved. How it hurts more knowing someone did love you – just not enough to save you from yourself. Apologies don't rewind time," as explained by drummer Neil Sanderson.
Composition.
"Apologies" was written by Adam Gontier, Matt Walst, Brad Walst, Barry Stock, Neil Sanderson, Dan Lancaster, Joe Rickard and Simon Wilcox, while production was handled by Lancaster, Howard Benson and Zakk Cervini. The song is described as "classic 2000s rock vibe," with Gontier and Walst trading verses and harmonizing in the song's chorus. Lyrically, the song is a reflection to those who feel are beyond redemption and express the pain of unrequited love.
Music video.
The music video for "Apologies" premiered on May 9, 2025, the same day that the single was released. The video was directed by Jose Lun.
Personnel.
Credits for "Apologies" adapted from digital liner notes.
Three Days Grace
Production