“Beg Forgiveness” is a cover of the song “Gabriel” by Joe Goddard and Valentina Pappalardo, with one of the only changes to the lyrics being the removal of the name Gabriel.
BEG FORGIVENESS
Kanye West Lyrics
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You've gone too far and you should hang your head in shame
For these wounds, I cannot stay
You've gone too far
You've gone too far
Wide awake and I can't hear my heartbeat
Hope it cradles me and rocks my heart to sleep
And you don't say anything more
Bound by suffocating secrets I must keep
You've gone too far
You've gone too far and you should hang your head in shame
For these wounds, I cannot stay
you've gone too far
You've gone too far
Sum of all the parts that you have taken
Are a fraction of the parts that make me whole
For he was stronger than I was
But it's strength you can't sustain
Do not come to give me counsel
You should beg forgiveness of me
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness of me
Wide awake and I can't hear my heartbeat
Hope it cradles me and rocks my heart to sleep
Protector in the light and a stranger in the dark
And he don't say anything more
Bound by suffocating secrets I must keep
You've gone too far
You've gone too far and you should hang your head in shame
For these wounds, I cannot stay
You've gone too far
You've gone too far
Sum of all the parts that you have taken
Are a fraction of the parts that make me whole
For he was stronger than I was
But it's strength you can't sustain
Do not come to give me counsel
You should beg forgiveness of me
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness of me
Fuck it up one time
I know what you want, I'm readin' the signs
Don't let your moment pass you by
Don't let your moment pass you by
Had to go in my whole life
A hundred percent covered in ice
Put down your phone, cut off the lights
Lights, cut off the lights, covered in ice
And if I go tonight, know that I lived a lovely life
Just make sure my kids are right and it is alright
And if I go tonight, just know I lived a lovely life
Tell my kids to live they life how they wanna live they life
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Say you wanna make amends before I go
Now you wanna put your heart on the line
God knows the way you are
I will wait, I will wait, I will wait, I will wait, I will wait
I will wait, I will wait, I will wait, I will wait
I will wait, don't wait, I will wait, I will wait, I will wait
I will wait
Now you wanna be so sad
Wanna be with me so bad after driving me so mad
Yeah, you know, I'm still suffocating on your every lie
Yeah, you know, I'm still wakin' up with murder on my mind
Yeah, you know, I'm still suffocating on your every lie
Yeah, you know, I'm still wakin' up with murder on my mind, and you know
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness (Oh-ah-ah)
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness (Oh-ah-ah)
Beg forgiveness, beg forgiveness (Oh-ah-ah)
Beg forgiveness (oh-ah-ah)
Beg forgiveness
In the lyrics of Kanye West's "Beg Forgiveness," the song delves into themes of betrayal, regret, and seeking redemption. The repeated phrase "You've gone too far" sets a tone of disappointment and a sense of crossing a line that cannot be undone. The singer expresses the deep wounds caused by someone's actions, emphasizing the need for that person to reflect on their wrongdoings and feel shame for the pain they caused. The imagery of hanging one's head in shame signifies accountability and the weight of guilt that must be acknowledged.
The lines about being wide awake and unable to hear one's heartbeat suggest a state of emotional numbness or detachment from one's feelings. The singer seeks solace in the hope that a sense of protection and comfort will eventually soothe their troubled heart. However, the contrast between being a protector in the light and a stranger in the dark highlights the complexity of relationships and the hidden truths that can surface in the shadows. The suffocating secrets allude to the burden of keeping silent about painful experiences and the toll it takes on the individual's well-being.
The verse about the sum of all taken parts being a fraction of the whole speaks to the idea that no matter how much is taken or broken, the essence of a person remains intact. The reference to someone being stronger but unable to sustain that strength implies a vulnerability that lies beneath the surface. The call for the other person to beg forgiveness is a powerful demand for acknowledgment of the pain inflicted and the need for reconciliation. The singer asserts their agency by asserting that forgiveness must be sought from them, indicating a shift in power dynamics and the importance of being respected and valued.
Towards the end of the song, the lyrics take a more introspective turn as the singer contemplates life and legacy. The imagery of being covered in ice suggests a feeling of being frozen or isolated, perhaps symbolizing emotional detachment or being trapped in a state of numbness. The plea for ensuring their children are taken care of highlights a sense of responsibility and love for the next generation. The final lines about living a lovely life and allowing others to live on their terms convey a message of acceptance and fulfillment in one's journey. The repeated chants of "Beg forgiveness" serve as a poignant reminder of the need for reconciliation and healing in the face of past transgressions.
Line by Line Meaning
You've gone too far
You've crossed a line and should feel remorseful for your actions
Wide awake and I can't hear my heartbeat
Feeling restless and anxious, hoping for peace and comfort
Hope it cradles me and rocks my heart to sleep
Seeking solace and tranquility to find rest
Protector in the light and a stranger in the dark
Feeling safe in some situations but vulnerable in others
And you don't say anything more
The silence is deafening, hiding deeper truths
Bound by suffocating secrets I must keep
Feeling trapped by hidden truths that must be kept silent
Sum of all the parts that you have taken
All the things you've taken away from me
Are a fraction of the parts that make me whole
They are only a small piece of who I am as a whole
You should beg forgiveness of me
It is you who should ask for forgiveness from me
Fuck it up one time
Embrace the chaos and unpredictability
Don't let your moment pass you by
Seize the opportunity before it slips away
And if I go tonight, know that I lived a lovely life
Reflecting on a life well-lived and hoping for peace
Say you wanna make amends before I go
Expressing a desire for reconciliation before leaving
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tyrone W. Griffin Jr., Ye
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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You've gone too far
You've gone too far, and you should hang your head in shame
For these wounds, I cannot stay
You've gone too far
You've gone too far
Wide awake and I can hear my heartbeat
Hope it cradles me and rocks my heart to sleep
Protector in the light and a stranger in the dark
And you don't say anything more
Bound by suffocating secrets I must keep
You've gone too far
You've gone too far, and you should hang your head in shame
For these wounds, I cannot stay
You've gone too far
You've gone too far
Sum of all the parts that you have taken
Are a fraction of the parts that make me whole
For he was stronger than I was
But it's strength you can't sustain
Do not come to give me counsel
You should beg forgiveness of me
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness of me
Wide awake and I can hear my heartbeat
Hope it cradles me and rocks my heart to sleep
Protector in the light and a stranger in the dark
And you don't say anything more
Bound by suffocating secrets I must keep
You've gone too far
You've gone too far, and you should hang your head in shame
For these wounds, I cannot stay
You've gone too far
You've gone too far
Sum of all the parts that you have taken
Are a fraction of the parts that make me whole
For he was stronger than I was
But it's strength you can't sustain
Do not come to give me counsel
You should beg forgiveness of me
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness
You should beg forgiveness of me
Fuck it up one time
I know what you want
I'm readin' the signs
Don't let your moment pass you by
Don't let your moment pass you by
Had to go in my whole life
A hundred percent covered in ice
Put down your phone, cut off the lights
Lights
Cut off the lights
Covered in ice
And if I go tonight, know that I lived a lovely life
Just make sure my kids are right and it is alright
And if I go tonight, just know I lived a lovely life
Tell my kids to live they life how they wanna live they life
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness
Say you wanna make amends before I go
Now you wanna put your heart on the line
God knows the way you are
I will wait
I will wait, I will wait
I will wait, I will wait
I will wait, I will wait
I will wait, I will wait
I will wait, don't wait
I will wait, I will wait
I will wait
I will wait
Now you wanna be so sad
Wanna be with me so bad
After driving me so mad
Yeah, you know
I'm still suffocating on your every lie
Yeah, you know
I'm still wakin' up with murder on my mind
Yeah, you know
I'm still suffocating on your every lie
Yeah, you know
I'm still wakin' up with murder on my mind
And you know
Beg forgiveness (oh-ah-ah)
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness (oh-ah-ah)
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness (oh-ah-ah)
Beg forgiveness
Beg forgiveness (oh-ah-ah)
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@17daysago
This is not a song, this is art
@darylcorncakes7825
you realize music is classified as art right? you didn't say anything remotely profound
@SamTheMan27
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@JoJoAgainn
Deadass
@klauswagner4737
richtiger kek bist du@@darylcorncakes7825
@Call_Me_Rio
Literally the same thing.
@jagggd
The effects on Chris Brown's voice are so insane. He snapped
@TheEssendonZone
Ain’t no way people think this is trash 😂 this has a black panther vibe too it 🔥🔥
@Unmaleable
They just dont understand when god talking fr