Who's Sorry Now
Connie Francis Lyrics
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Who's sorry now?
Who's sorry now?
Whose heart is achin' for breakin' each vow?
Who's sad and blue, who's cryin' too?
Just like I cried over you
(Ah ah uh uh) right to the end, just like a friend
I tried to warn you somehow
You had your way, now you must pay
I'm glad that you're sorry now
(Ah ah ah) right to the end, just like a friend
I tried to warn you somehow
You had your way, now you must pay
I'm glad that you're sorry now
The lyrics to Connie Francis's song "Who's Sorry Now" convey a sense of vindication and satisfaction by the singer towards their former lover, who has now come to regret their actions. The repetition of the title phrase "Who's Sorry Now" emphasizes the theme of regret and the singer's satisfaction. The first verse asks who is "achin' for breakin' each vow," implying that the former lover was unfaithful or dishonest. The second verse has a conversational tone, with the singer saying "right to the end, just like a friend / I tried to warn you somehow." This suggests that the singer had tried to caution the former lover, but their warnings went unheeded. The third verse repeats the lyrics of the second verse, underscoring the satisfaction the singer feels in seeing the former lover "pay" for their actions.
Overall, the lyrics to "Who's Sorry Now" are an effective representation of one of the themes of early rock and roll music: the experience of tumultuous romantic relationships. The song is notable for Francis's powerful vocals and the upbeat, danceable instrumentation that became a hallmark of rock and roll music.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah ah uh uh
The sound of someone singing in pain and heartbreak
Who's sorry now?
Who is feeling regretful at this moment?
Whose heart is achin' for breakin' each vow?
Who is experiencing the pain of a broken heart due to unfulfilled promises?
Who's sad and blue, who's cryin' too?
Who is feeling down and tearful along with the singer?
Just like I cried over you
The singer cried over the person being addressed just like they are crying now.
(Ah ah uh uh) right to the end, just like a friend
Despite everything that happened, the singer was there until the end, like a loyal friend.
I tried to warn you somehow
The singer attempted to caution the person being addressed about the consequences of their actions.
You had your way, now you must pay
The person being addressed got what they wanted but now have to face the negative outcome.
I'm glad that you're sorry now
The singer takes satisfaction in the fact that the person being addressed is now regretful for what they did.
(Ah ah ah) right to the end, just like a friend
Reinforcing that despite the heartbreak the singer faced, they remained loyal until the end.
I tried to warn you somehow
Re-emphasizing the fact that the singer attempted to prevent the unfortunate outcome.
You had your way, now you must pay
Repeating that the person being addressed was in control of the situation and now has to face the consequences.
I'm glad that you're sorry now
Reiterating that the singer is happy that the person being addressed is finally regretful.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bert Kalmar, Harry Ruby, Ted Snyder
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@fabulousrulz
Who's sorry now
Who's sorry now
Who's heart is aching for breaking each vow
Who's sad and blue
Who's crying too
Just like I cried over you
Right to the end
Just like a friend
I tried to warn you somehow
You had your way
Now you must pay
I'm glad that you're sorry now
Right to the end
Just like a friend
I tried to warn you somehow
You had your way
Now you must pay
I'm glad that you're sorry now
@carmencoburn1869
Voice of an angel. I was only 8 but my mom bought all her albums and I grew up listening to Connie's beautiful songs echoing through our house. <3
@anthonysanchez7090
Absolutely amazing
The sound is the best
How are you doing today?
@sueerdman313
I was 8 then too and my parents played her records all the time! Love her voice!
@jomama5186
Lucky little one!
@jomama5186
My Gramma and Great Gramma played her songs and loved her.
@jerelfritts8880
I love Ms. Connie's version of Who's Sorry Now. The emotional and subtleness of her singing pulls at your heart strings. She definitely deserves to be in the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
@jerryspianobar
The ONLY reason that I can think of is that, somehow, the people at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame might consider her more easy listening than rock & roll?? Shrug.
@larrybrown3910
There is all types of music in the Hall of Fame. The reason she and some other artists from the 50's & 60's like Robby Rydell etc are not in the Hall is due to the incompetence of the selectors.@@veganmusician
@Daniel-ts3uy
Ya got that right.
@revdianestark
Connie's styling of every note, every word, is the ultimate genius of her artistry.