I'm Sorry
David Firman and his Orchestra Lyrics
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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
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?
The song "I'm Sorry" by David Firman and his Orchestra is a classic ballad of apology and remorse. The lyrics speak to someone who has hurt their loved one and is expressing their regret and asking for forgiveness. The singer acknowledges that they don't know why they made their partner cry and apologizes for their actions, even though they know they shouldn't expect leniency. They hope that their partner can forgive and forget, even though they know they don't deserve it.
The chorus takes a more poignant turn as the singer laments the harm they've caused and wonders how they can make amends. They didn't intend to hurt their partner, but they still did, and they are struggling with the weight of their guilt. They know they were wrong, and they don't blame their partner for being upset. They even question why someone as kind and loving as their partner should have to suffer because of their mistakes.
Overall, "I'm Sorry" is a song that speaks to the universal experience of making mistakes and hurting those we care about. The lyrics capture the sincere regret and remorse that come with realizing we've caused pain, and the desperation to make things right again.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know why, I made you cry
I am unaware of the reason for causing your pain and tears
I'm sorry sweetheart and yet
I offer my sincere apologies even though it may not completely make up for my actions
Though you shouldn't be lenient with me
You have every right to be mad and upset with me
I hope you'll forgive and forget
However, I earnestly wish that you can forgive me and let go of the hurt over time
What can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry?
I feel powerless and don't know what else to do or say to make things right
What can I do to prove it to you, I'm sorry?
Tell me what actions I can take to make amends and show that I truly regret my mistakes
I didn't mean to ever be mean to you
My intentions were never to hurt you or cause any harm
If I didn't care I wouldn't feel like I do
My feelings of remorse and sorrow prove how much I care and value our relationship
I was all wrong but right or wrong I don't blame you
I realize that I acted inappropriately, but I don't think you should shoulder any of the blame
Why should I take somebody like you and shame you
I don't deserve someone as amazing as you, and I feel guilty for causing you shame
I know that I made you cry, and I'm so sorry dear
I am aware that my actions led to your tears, and I am genuinely sorry for it
You made me glad, I made you sad
I brought sadness into our relationship, despite the joy you brought me
I made you lonesome and blue
My behavior caused you to feel lonely and sad
And who ever knew
It's ironic and unexpected that I, the one who caused pain, am now the one seeking comfort and forgiveness from you
Who'd ever think that I would be crying to you
It's unlikely that I would have thought I'd be in this position, seeking forgiveness from you through tears
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG Rights Management
Written by: WALTER DONALDSON, ABE LYMAN
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