I'm Sorry
3rd Storee Lyrics


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I know I said it, I know I did it
Maybe I went overboard to prove a point
But sometimes my pride gets in the way
Maybe I need some time away to get my head together (yeah)

Maybe this was my last chance
I may never get to hold your hands again
I can say that I'm a better man
Because you made me understand
I'm so sorry that I tore your heart apart last night
And I'm sorry if I start you again today
I didn't mean to take your dreams and make them seem so trite
I sincerely, completely, apologize for doing what I did

Everything you told me, and everything you showed me
It never seems that I would listen to anything
But you've got my attention more than you know
I took it in, I dealt wit it, but I've waited too late to use it

Maybe this was my last chance
I may never get to hold your hands again
I can say that I'm a better man
Because you made me understand
I'm so sorry that I tore your heart apart last night
And I'm sorry if I start you again today
I didn't mean to take your dreams and make them seem so trite
I sincerely, completely, apologize for doing what I did

I've never ever been so shameful for what I did
You made me know one thing that I should have never did, yeah, yeah
If you ever take me back again, I never wanted to burn this grave
If I could do it,all over, again, I'll never
Mishandle you ever again (yeah, ah)

Maybe this was my last chance
I may never get to hold your hands again
I can say that I'm a better man
Because you made me understand
I'm so sorry that I tore your heart apart last night
And I'm sorry if I start you again today




I didn't mean to take your dreams and make them seem so trite
I sincerely, completely, apologize for doing what I did

Overall Meaning

The song "I'm Sorry" by 3rd Storee is a heartfelt apology from the singer to their lover. The opening lines, "I know I said it, I know I did it / Maybe I went overboard to prove a point," suggest that the singer has hurt their partner in some way, possibly by being too stubborn or proud to admit they were wrong. They express regret for causing their partner pain, acknowledging that their actions were hurtful and that they went too far in trying to make a point.


Throughout the song, the singer reflects on their own shortcomings and faults, admitting that they don't always listen to what their partner tells them and that this has caused them to miss important signals. However, they also express a desire to change and grow from this experience, recognizing that their partner has helped make them a better person. The repeated refrain of "I'm so sorry that I tore your heart apart last night / And I'm sorry if I start you again today / I didn't mean to take your dreams and make them seem so trite / I sincerely, completely, apologize for doing what I did" reinforces the singer's contrition and desire to make things right.


Overall, "I'm Sorry" is a tender and vulnerable declaration of remorse and a plea for forgiveness. The lyrics convey a deep sense of regret and a willingness to reflect on one's own past mistakes and grow from them, making it a moving and relatable song for anyone who has ever hurt someone they love.


Line by Line Meaning

I know I said it, I know I did it
I am fully aware of what I said and what I did.


Maybe I went overboard to prove a point
I may have exaggerated my actions to make a statement.


But sometimes my pride gets in the way
My ego can prevent me from apologizing or admitting fault.


Maybe I need some time away to get my head together (yeah)
Perhaps I need a break to clear my head and think about my actions.


I'm so sorry that I tore your heart apart last night
I deeply regret hurting you emotionally.


And I'm sorry if I start you again today
I apologize if my behavior today causes you any distress.


I sincerely, completely, apologize for doing what I did
I am expressing genuine remorse for my actions.


Everything you told me, and everything you showed me
I understand and acknowledge all the insights and lessons you tried to share with me.


It never seems that I would listen to anything
I know I have not always been receptive to your advice.


But you've got my attention more than you know
I am finally starting to pay attention to what you have been trying to tell me.


I took it in, I dealt wit it, but I've waited too late to use it
I accepted your advice, but I regret not utilizing it sooner.


I've never ever been so shameful for what I did
I am filled with guilt and regret for my actions.


You made me know one thing that I should have never did, yeah, yeah
I have learned a valuable lesson that I should have never had to learn.


If you ever take me back again, I never wanted to burn this grave
If you give me another chance, I promise to never make the same mistake again.


If I could do it, all over, again, I'll never mishandle you ever again (yeah, ah)
If I could go back in time, I would never treat you poorly again.


Maybe this was my last chance
I realize this may have been my final opportunity to make things right with you.


I may never get to hold your hands again
I understand that I may have lost your trust and affection forever.


I can say that I'm a better man
I have grown and learned from my mistakes.


Because you made me understand
I owe this newfound wisdom and maturity to you.


I didn't mean to take your dreams and make them seem so trite
It was never my intention to diminish or belittle your aspirations.




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Written by: Paul D. Allen, James Lorell Moss

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