Alan Dale an outstanding singer from the 1950s. He was well known for his h… Read Full Bio ↴Alan Dale an outstanding singer from the 1950s. He was well known for his hit recording of Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White. Born in Brooklyn,he rose quickly to stardom on the Tv Show "Sing It Again". He appeared on TV, wrote several books and actually beat out Frank Sinatra in a Downbeat Poll in the '50s.

I'm sorry
Alan Dale Lyrics

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I'm sorry for the things I've done
I know that I'm the foolish one
Now that I see who's to blame
I'm so ashamed, I'm sorry.

I'm sorry for the things I've said
Just like a child, I lost my head
I should have known from the start

I'd break your heart, I'm sorry.

Please be kind and I know you'll find
It's so easy to forgive.
Darling wait for it's not too late
Give our love a chance to live.

I know the heartaches you've been through
I know for I've had heartaches too
There's nothing more I can do
But say to you "I'm sorry".

Please be kind and I know you'll find
It's so easy to forgive.
Darling wait for it's not too late
Give our love a chance to live.

I know the heartaches you've been through
I know for I've had heartaches too

There's nothing more I can do
But say to you "I'm sorry".

Overall Meaning

Alan Dale's song "I'm Sorry" begins with an apology for past mistakes and foolish behavior. The singer admits to being to blame for the problems in their relationship and expresses shame and regret for the pain they have caused. The second verse continues this theme, with the singer acknowledging that they acted impulsively and should have known better. They plead for forgiveness and urge their partner to be kind and give their love another chance. The repeated refrain emphasizes the importance of forgiveness and second chances, and the song ends with another plea for forgiveness and understanding.

Overall, the song paints a picture of a troubled relationship, with the singer taking responsibility for past mistakes and hoping for the chance to make things right. The lyrics suggest a certain level of maturity and self-awareness, as the singer admits to their faults and expresses genuine remorse. At the same time, there is a sense of urgency to the song, with the repeated requests for forgiveness and second chances underscoring the importance of acting quickly and decisively to save the relationship.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm sorry for the things I've done
I regret my past actions.

I know that I'm the foolish one
I recognize that my behavior was stupid.

Now that I see who's to blame
I understand where I went wrong.

I'm so ashamed, I'm sorry.
I feel guilty for what I did.

I'm sorry for the things I've said
I apologize for my hurtful words.

Just like a child, I lost my head
I acted impulsively like a child.

I should have known from the start
I recognize I should have been more aware.

I'd break your heart, I'm sorry.
I realize my actions caused emotional pain.

Please be kind and I know you'll find
I ask for your forgiveness.

It's so easy to forgive.
Forgiveness can come easily.

Darling wait for it's not too late
I plead for a chance to make it right.

Give our love a chance to live.
I hope to salvage our relationship.

I know the heartaches you've been through
I empathize with your pain.

There's nothing more I can do
I've done all I can to make amends.

But say to you "I'm sorry".
All I can do is apologize.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BUCK RAM, PETER TINTURIN, BILLY WHITE

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Comments from YouTube:

@paulriofski7982

4y↑1

I only previously knew the 1957 hit recording of this song by the Platters. I am very grateful to Mark for having posted this earlier (and quite lovely) version by Alan Dale!

@fras2008

14y↑4

A spectacular performance! This song was originally the "B" side of Alan's "Here in My Heart", but it quickly became such a favorite of disc jockeys that Coral rushed out another record with "I'm Sorry" as the "A" side. One of Alan's most admired records, it has appeared on several "Hits of the 50s" compilations.

@francisalanwormald6328

1y↑1

NOW 85 I AM ALSO AN "ALAN" ...I RECALL MOSTLY "LUNA ROSA"...BUT this crooner was sadly overlooked...GOOD to hear this...RIP

@Comofan100

13y↑2

comofan100 I had this record with Al Martino singing it,Living in Great Britain I have never heard of Alan dale I love him singing ( I'm Sorry) he has such a lovely warmth to his voice,I am now going through his other songs that are posted Thank you.

@JustMe-mi4vu

9y↑1

I met Alan Dale in the mid 80's in Brooklyn. He drove me home one night after an exercise class and I didn't have a clue who he was - just thought he was a nice old man (50's at the time-LOL!) who did my friend (owner of exercise club) a favor by driving me home. When we pulled up to my house, Alan said he used to eat his lunch on my stoop when he was young (middle school/high school age). Then he said, "I bet if you asked your parents who Alan Dale is THEY would know". Boy did they ever! My father almost fell off his chair when I told him who drove me home that night as he LOVED this song "Way Marie" as it was the first record he bought when he was a young man in the 1940s. He was a nice man to me.

@cindys1819

10y↑3

Al since the 50's warned of the red influence in Hollywood and other parts
of the entrainment industry... And the media. In the 60's. He returned to his original interest in journalism. He had a major syndicated column in the late
1960's. This was the height of the Viet Nam war and campus demonstrations.

I was working for a newspaper in 1968 and first knew of Alan then. Those who view Al as a musical talent have seen nothing of the real range of this truly remarkable individual.