Hard to say I'm sorry
Darin 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

These lyrics from Darin's song "Hard to Say I'm Sorry" reflect a profound sense of remorse and regret over causing pain and sadness to a loved one. The singer expresses confusion over their own actions that led to making the person they care about cry, realizing the impact of their hurtful behavior. The repeated phrase "What can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?" reflects a desperate search for a way to make amends and seek forgiveness, acknowledging the gravity of the situation and the longing to repair the damage done.


The lyrics convey a sense of emotional vulnerability and self-reflection as the singer expresses genuine sorrow and a desire to make things right. The admission of making mistakes and causing sadness, paired with the plea for forgiveness and understanding, shows a willingness to take responsibility and work towards reconciliation. The line "If I didn't care I wouldn't feel like I do" highlights the depth of the singer's feelings and the genuine remorse they feel for their actions.


The lyrics also touch upon the imbalance in the relationship, with the singer acknowledging the pain they caused despite the joy and happiness the other person brought into their life. This contrast emphasizes the complexity of human emotions and the ups and downs that come with love and relationships. The singer's realization that they never intended to hurt the person they care about, yet still managed to do so, adds layers to the theme of regret and the complexities of human interactions.


Overall, these lyrics capture the universal experience of grappling with mistakes, seeking forgiveness, and the struggle to mend relationships after causing pain. The vulnerability, honesty, and deep regret expressed in the words reflect a heartfelt plea for understanding and a willingness to make amends, showcasing the emotional depth and complexity inherent in human relationships and the intricacies of navigating forgiveness and reconciliation.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't know why, I made you cry
I'm unsure of the reason behind hurting you emotionally


What can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?
I'm at a loss of words after apologizing to you, my love


I didn't mean to ever be mean to you
It was never my intention to treat you unkindly


If I didn't care I wouldn't feel like I do
My feelings for you show that I truly care


I know that I made you cry, and I'm so sorry dear
I understand that my actions caused you pain, and I deeply regret it


You made me glad, I made you sad
While you brought me joy, I brought you sorrow


Who ever knew, Who'd ever think that I would be crying to you
It's surprising that I'm the one seeking comfort and understanding from you




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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