What They Say
Andras ft. Oscar S. Thorn Lyrics

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I don't know why, I made you cry
I'm sorry sweetheart and yet
Though you shouldn't be lenient with me
I hope you'll forgive and forget

What can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?
What can I do to prove it to you, I'm sorry?
I didn't mean to ever be mean to you

If I didn't care I wouldn't feel like I do
I was all wrong but right or wrong I don't blame you
Why should I take somebody like you and shame you
I know that I made you cry, and I'm so sorry dear
So what can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?

You made me glad, I made you sad
I made you lonesome and blue
And who ever knew
Who'd ever think that I would be crying to you

What can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?
What can I do to prove it to you, I'm sorry?
I didn't mean to ever be mean to you
If I didn't care I wouldn't feel like I do
I was all wrong but right or wrong I don't blame you
Why should I take somebody like you and shame you

I know that I made you cry, and I'm so sorry dear
So what can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "What They Say" express remorse for causing pain to a loved one and the desire for forgiveness. The singer acknowledges their wrongdoing, taking responsibility for making their partner cry and expressing regret for their actions. They recognize the hurt they've caused and hope that their apology will be accepted, asking for forgiveness and a chance to move forward.

The song also explores the complexities of relationships, with the singer admitting that they were "all wrong" but still not blaming their partner for their mistakes. The lyrics suggest that the singer deeply cares for their partner, as evidenced by their emotional response to causing them pain. Despite the damage done, the singer is hopeful that their relationship can be salvaged.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't know why, I made you cry
I am unaware of the reason why my actions caused you to cry

I'm sorry sweetheart and yet
Despite my apology, I acknowledge that my actions were hurtful

Though you shouldn't be lenient with me
You should not overlook my mistake or excuse my behavior

I hope you'll forgive and forget
It is my wish that you will grant me forgiveness and let go of any lingering resentment

What can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?
I am not sure what else I can do or say to make up for my actions

What can I do to prove it to you, I'm sorry?
Is there anything I can do to demonstrate my genuine remorse?

I didn't mean to ever be mean to you
I had no intention of causing you harm or being cruel to you

If I didn't care I wouldn't feel like I do
My deep regret and emotions illustrate how much I truly care for you

I was all wrong but right or wrong I don't blame you
I take full responsibility for my mistake and do not seek to blame you in any way

Why should I take somebody like you and shame you
I am remorseful for having caused you pain, as you do not deserve to be treated that way

I know that I made you cry, and I'm so sorry dear
I am aware that my actions were the cause of your tears, and I deeply apologize

So what can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?
I am at a loss for words and genuinely seek to make amends for my mistake

Lyrics © DONALDSON PUBLISHING CO, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Walter Donaldson, Abe Lyman

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