After I Say I'm Sorry
Josephine Baker 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

In Josephine Baker's song "After I Say I'm Sorry," the singer reflects on a moment where she made her lover cry and expresses remorse for her actions. The lyrics convey the singer's genuine contrition and desire for forgiveness. The song acknowledges that while saying "I'm sorry" is important, it may not be enough to heal the hurt that has been caused. The lyrics touch on the difficulty of repairing a relationship after trust has been broken, but the singer acknowledges her responsibility in the situation and asks for a chance to make it right.


Overall, the song highlights the complexity of emotions in relationships and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. It showcases Josephine Baker's vocal range and ability to convey heartfelt emotions through her singing. Through her lyrics, the singer conveys a deep sense of regret and the desire to make amends.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't know why, I made you cry
I regret that I made you cry, though I don't understand why it happened.


I'm sorry sweetheart and yet
I apologize and hope you can forgive me, but I understand if you can't.


Though you shouldn't be lenient with me I hope you'll forgive and forget
I don't expect you to go easy on me, but I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me and move on.


What can I say, dear, after I say I'm sorry? What can I do to prove it to you, I'm sorry?
I'm at a loss for words and actions that can make up for my mistakes and show how sorry I am.


I didn't mean to ever be mean to you If I didn't care I wouldn't feel like I do
I didn't intend to hurt you, and my remorse shows how much you mean to me.


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 I was in the wrong, but I don't blame you for how I acted. You don't deserve to be put through that.


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?
I'm aware that my actions caused you pain, and I'm truly sorry. But I'm not sure what else I can do or say to make things right.


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
I brought you down while you lifted me up, and it's ironic that I'm now the one in need of your comfort.




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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Comments from YouTube:

Troy Smith

Wow! It is interesting to hear what she sounded like in the early years before training, experience and age turned her into a phenomenal singer/performer.

redrocks20

Beautiful voice and style.

Thunkful2

one of the best female vocalists; reminds me of Betty Boop's voice. The expression is just incredible

Ana Jil

Beautiful lyrics... Thanks jazzgirl1920s for posting this song and Kostas for sharing... ***** It's always hard to say "sorry"... But this word might be really magic!

YouTreen

Amazing talent....1 dislike? SMH

Corrie121

Great post. Thanks for sharing this gem, which I have added to my "Favourites" list.

Giorgio Nikola Rigas Nenadov

i love this song

Agustin Cisneros

Josephine, eras espectacular. Tenias ese espíritu de cambiar lo ya existente. Whopee!

plasticfloor

<3 this song

Sol-de-Cuba

C'est spectaculaire, j'aime beaucoup Joséphine Baker, la Sirène belle

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