How One Apartment Dweller Fought Back Against Loud Neighbors—With a Sonic Taste of Their Own Medicine

If you’ve ever lived in an apartment, you probably have a “noisy neighbor” story. Maybe it was late-night vacuuming, stomping feet, or the never-ending thump of bass that seemed to vibrate your very soul. For one Redditor, u/Lovesyourmomsbjs, the battle for peace wasn’t won through polite requests—but through the ultimate act of petty revenge, starring a wall, an Alexa speaker, and a healthy dose of Rage Against The Machine.

Let’s be honest: When your neighbor’s music is so loud you can feel it, not just hear it, something’s gotta give. But what happens when asking nicely just doesn’t cut it? Enter the world of “sonic warfare.”

The Battle of the Bass

Our story begins with a classic apartment woe: loud music. Not just the occasional party, mind you, but relentless bass thumping so intense that even ear buds and white noise couldn’t drown it out. You might recognize the symptoms—sleepless nights, mounting frustration, and that existential dread when the clock hits 11 PM and the walls start to vibrate.

Being a self-described “solution oriented person,” our hero first tried the path of diplomacy. A text was sent. The neighbor seemed to comply. Peace reigned… for about 48 hours.

But—cue dramatic music—the bass returned. At this point, the Redditor’s patience had evaporated faster than water on a hot skillet. It was time for action.

The Taste of Their Own Medicine

If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em—and then outdo them. Our protagonist grabbed their Alexa speaker, cranked it to maximum volume, and pressed it right up against the shared bedroom wall. The soundtrack? Rage Against The Machine, naturally. If subtlety was off the table, catharsis was firmly on it.

The results were immediate. The music from the neighbor’s side stopped cold every single time the counterattack began. No more thumping, no more sleepless nights—just the sweet satisfaction of knowing you’ve been heard, literally and figuratively.

And thus, a new equilibrium was established. Every time the neighbor cranked up their tunes, they were met with a blast of protest rock at max volume. It didn’t take long for them to get the message: two can play at this game.

Why Does This Feel So Satisfying?

There’s something universally relatable about petty revenge—especially when it’s creative, harmless, and, let’s face it, deserved. It’s the David and Goliath story for the 21st-century apartment dweller: one person’s quest for peace against the overwhelming force of “other people’s noise.”

Sure, the high road is always an option. But sometimes, especially when sleep deprivation is involved, a little musical retaliation is the only thing that gets through. As the Reddit thread’s 878 upvotes and 117 comments suggest, a lot of people have been there—and a lot of people loved seeing someone stand up (and blast out) for themselves.

Lessons in Apartment Etiquette (and Petty Justice)

So what can we learn from this saga of sonic escalation?

Communication comes first. Always try the polite route—most people will respond positively. (At least the first time.)
Don’t escalate unless you must. Sometimes, a little pettiness is the only language repeat offenders understand.
Pick your soundtrack wisely. Rage Against The Machine isn’t just a band—it’s a statement.
Petty revenge can be strangely wholesome. As long as no one’s property is damaged and feelings aren’t permanently hurt, a little back-and-forth can actually restore the balance.

So, What’s Your Noisy Neighbor Story?

Living in close quarters isn’t always easy, and sometimes, you’ve got to get creative to reclaim your peace. Have you ever gotten back at a loud neighbor—or did you take the high road? Share your own stories, tips, or musical weapon of choice in the comments below!

And remember: If all else fails, there’s always Rage Against The Machine. Rock on.

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Original Reddit Post: Apartment Neighbor Kept Blasting Music So I Gave Him A Taste Of His Own Medicine