Jamie’s actual training began when she joined the Metropolitan Theatre chorus in 1985. She decided to pursue her solo singing career by winning the prestigious search for G.A. Yupangco’s Yamaha Music Mate Girls contests while finishing her Bachelor of Science in Commerce degree major in Economics at the University of Santo Tomas. Soon after, Octoarts International recorded her 1st album entitled “Hey it’s me” which was also the title of her first major concert held at her mother theatre “ The Metropolitan Theatre”. She was able to complete five original albums for the same recording company.
She also had a chance to do the front act in Stevie Wonder’s concert in Manila in 1988. Her second major concert “Awit para Sa iyo” was held at the Main theatre of the Cultural Center of the Philippines in 1990. Prior to her stint in Miss Saigon, Jamie was commissioned by the Department of Tourism to proudly represent the Philippines in Japan’s Expo ’90, an international exhibition of various cultural talents held every twenty years. In 1993, she was again made to represent the Philippines to the Seventh Asean Music festival in Brunei Darussalam.
She is currently the Chairman of the Kenny Rogers Roasters Musica. A musical competition targeted towards the youth with the aim of developing their talents and skills in music. Last July 4, 1999 she launched her newest album under ABS-CBN Star Records entitled “Feels So Right” with the carrier single “People Alone”.
I'M SORRY
Jamie Rivera Lyrics
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There's a certain sadness
Was it me who made you cry
Oh please won't you tell me why
Was it something that I said
Or maybe how I reacted
Please don't make it hard for me
'Cause i'm willing to say i'm sorry
I'm sorry if i'm always out of sight
Or fail to kiss you goodnight
I never meant to leave you
I'm sorry if i've taken you for granted
For the crazy things i've said
I'm sorry I should have loved you instead
I can tell it with your smile
I know you're hurtin' inside
Will you ever forgive me
If I tell you that I am sorry
I'm sorry if i'm always out of sight
Or fail to kiss you goodnight
I never meant to leave you
I'm sorry if i've taken you for granted
For the crazy things i've said
I'm sorry I should have loved you instead
Jamie Rivera's song "I'm Sorry" is a heartfelt apology from someone who realizes that they have made mistakes or wrong choices in their relationship with their loved one. In the first stanza, the lyrics convey a feeling of guilt and remorse as the singer notices the sadness in their partner's eyes. They ask if it was something they said or did that caused the tears and offer to make amends by apologizing. The next stanza conveys regret for not giving enough attention to the loved one by being physically absent, not saying goodnight or taking them for granted.
The chorus tries to assuage the loved one's hurt and disappointment by acknowledging that the singer has failed to give them the love they deserve. The singer's longing for forgiveness is evident as they plead with their loved one to let them know if they will ever forgive them. The song emphasizes the importance of communication and taking responsibility for one's actions in a relationship. The lyrics are emotive and the melody is soft and tender that underscores the sincerity of the message.
Line by Line Meaning
I can see it in your eyes
I can sense that you're upset through the expressions in your eyes
There's a certain sadness
There's a specific feeling of sadness that I've picked up on
Was it me who made you cry
I'm questioning if I'm the reason behind your tears
Oh please won't you tell me why
Please open up and share with me the reason for your sadness
Was it something that I said
I'm wondering if my words had a negative impact on you
Or maybe how I reacted
Perhaps my actions contributed to your current emotional state
Please don't make it hard for me
I'm asking for you to be understanding and help me understand what's going on
'Cause i'm willing to say i'm sorry
I'm willing to apologize for any wrongdoing on my part
I'm sorry if i'm always out of sight
I apologize if I'm not present and available enough for you
Or fail to kiss you goodnight
I'm sorry if I've neglected to show affection and care through simple gestures like goodnight kisses
I never meant to leave you
I didn't intend to abandon or neglect you
I'm sorry if i've taken you for granted
I apologize if I've overlooked your worth and haven't appreciated you enough
For the crazy things i've said
I'm regretful for the insensitive or hurtful words that I've spoken
I'm sorry I should have loved you instead
I acknowledge that I should have prioritized showing my love for you instead of causing pain
I can tell it with your smile
I can sense that you're feeling hurt through the way your smile looks
I know you're hurtin' inside
I'm aware that you're experiencing emotional pain
Will you ever forgive me
I'm asking for the possibility of forgiveness
If I tell you that I am sorry
If I express my apology, will you be open to accepting it?
Writer(s): RIVERA JAMIE, DE PANO NATHANAEL ARNEL
Contributed by Kaelyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.