Apologize
♫ One Republic Lyrics
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Got me ten feet off the ground.
And I'm hearin' what you say,
But I just can't make a sound.
You tell me that you need me,
Then you go and cut me down.
But wait.
You tell me that you're sorry,
And say.
That it's too late to apologize.
It's too late.
I said it's too late to apologize.
It's too late.
Too late, oh uh
I'd take another chance,
Take a fall, take a shot for you.
I need you like a heart needs a beat,
But it's nothin' new, yeah!
I loved you with a fire red,
Now it's turnin' blue.
And you say.
Sorry, like an angel
Heaven let me think was you.
But I'm afraid.
It's too late to apologize.
It's too late.
I said it's too late to apologize.
It's too late.
Whoa!
It's too late to apologize.
It's too late.
I said it's too late to apologize.
It's too late.
I said it's too late to apologize, yeah!
I said it's too late to apologize, yeah!
I'm holdin' on your rope,
Got me ten feet off the ground.
In One Republic's song "Apologize," the singer portrays the feelings of betrayal and hurt after being let down by someone they trusted. The lyrics convey the pain of being strung along and made promises that were inevitably broken. The line "I'm holding on your rope, got me ten feet off the ground" signifies the vulnerability and powerlessness they feel in the situation. The singer is listening to what the person has to say, but is unable to speak up because they're too hurt. The person says sorry, leading them to believe that things could be okay, but it's too late. The love they had is turning into something negative, and they're scared of what happens next.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the feeling of being let down and the inability to move forward. The singer repeats "It's too late to apologize" four times in the chorus, emphasizing the finality of the situation. The love that was once there is gone, and the singer can't find it in their heart to forgive and move on. It's a powerful song about love and betrayal, and the heartache that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm holdin' on your rope,
I am depending on you for survival and support.
Got me ten feet off the ground.
You have lifted me to new heights and given me hope.
And I'm hearin' what you say,
I am listening to your words and taking them in.
But I just can't make a sound.
I am incapable of responding or expressing myself in words.
You tell me that you need me,
You make it clear that you rely on me and I am important to you.
Then you go and cut me down.
Despite your statement of needing me, you bring me down and hurt me.
But wait.
I pause to consider what you will say next.
You tell me that you're sorry,
You express regret for your actions, words, or behavior.
Didn't think I'd turn around.
You did not expect me to give you a second chance or reconsider my position.
And say.
But that is exactly what I am doing now.
That it's too late to apologize.
It is no longer possible to make amends or fix our relationship.
It's too late.
The window of opportunity has passed.
I said it's too late to apologize.
I reiterate that there is no chance for reconciliation or forgiveness.
Too late, oh uh
It is a lost cause, and nothing can change that now.
I'd take another chance,
I am willing to try again and risk failure.
Take a fall, take a shot for you.
I am willing to endure pain or hardship for your sake.
I need you like a heart needs a beat,
You are essential to my existence, and without you, I am incomplete.
But it's nothin' new, yeah!
This is a familiar feeling or situation, and I have felt this way before.
I loved you with a fire red,
I had intense, passionate feelings for you.
Now it's turnin' blue.
Those feelings have faded or disappeared, and I am no longer as invested in you.
And you say.
However, you make an attempt to apologize and make things right.
Sorry, like an angel
Your apology is sincere and heartfelt, almost like you are a divine being.
Heaven let me think was you.
You were supposed to be a source of heaven-sent happiness in my life, but instead, you caused me pain.
But I'm afraid.
Despite the apology, I am still hesitant to forgive you or give you another chance.
Whoa!
Expressing surprise, disbelief, or strong emotion.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RYAN TEDDER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Caspy
Great job! That was amazing! Can you link me the sheet music or were to get it? Thanks!
Kelley West
Beautiful! Thank you!
Marcelo Vieira
muito bom...
FingersGoneWild
@FastskisProductions Thanks a lot for your kind comments!! I will definitely continue to upload more covers!
EcoJunkie
do you think u can make a cover for this the way you do it please that would be great and you are amazing by the way!
Sofiadaila
love it
issmat sawaf
Nice song good job :)
Sam Smile
nice job!
Nicole Tuccitto
can u please Link the sheet music I can't find it anywhere
Calvin Chen
Its good!