In 1973 they had already recorded the album Full Moon and in 1978 they would team up once more for Natural Act.
I'd Rather Be Sorry
Kris Kristofferson & Rita Coolidge Lyrics
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In a lifetime of many mistakes.
But I won't spend tomorrow regretting the past
For the chances that I didn't take.
'Cause I'll never know 'til it's over
If I'm right or I'm wrong loving you,
But I'd rather be sorry for something I've done
Than for something that I didn't do.
Tomorrow won't take you away
But I'd gamble whatever tomorrow might bring
For the love that I'm living today.
'Cause I'll never know 'til it's over
If I'm right or I'm wrong loving you,
But I'd rather be sorry for something I've done
Than for something that I didn't do.
I know someday that I may wake up all alone
When the love I believed in has died
But at least I won't wonder what I might have won
>From the lifetime that I watched going by
'Cause I'll never know 'til it's over
If I'm right or I'm wrong loving you,
But I'd rather be sorry for something I've done
Than for something that I didn't do.
The lyrics of I'd Rather Be Sorry by Kris Kristofferson & Rita Coolidge deal with the theme of taking chances in love and not regretting missed opportunities. The singer is willing to take the risk of getting hurt in the pursuit of love because the alternative of not trying at all is worse. The opening lines acknowledge that the singer has made mistakes in the past and is no stranger to heartbreak but is willing to take the risk again. The chorus expresses the sentiment of not knowing how things will turn out but being willing to take responsibility for their decisions, even if it results in some level of regret.
The second verse delves deeper into the gamble of investing in love. The singer acknowledges that there is a chance that the love they are currently experiencing might not last and that they may wake up one day alone, but this possibility is not enough to dissuade them from taking the chance. They would rather take the risk and embrace the present moment than live with the uncertainty of what could have been.
Overall, the lyrics of I'd Rather Be Sorry convey a message of living fully in the moment and taking chances in love, even if things don't always work out in our favor.
Line by Line Meaning
If you hurt me, you won't be the first or the last
I have made many mistakes in my life and been hurt before.
But I won't spend tomorrow regretting the past
I will not dwell on my past mistakes and let them ruin my future.
For the chances that I didn't take.
I don't want to regret not taking a chance at something that could bring me happiness.
'Cause I'll never know 'til it's over
I won't know if my love for you was right or wrong until it's too late.
If I'm right or I'm wrong loving you,
I am not sure if loving you is the right decision, but I will not regret taking the chance.
But I'd rather be sorry for something I've done
I would rather regret doing something than regret not doing it.
Than for something that I didn't do.
I don't want to regret not taking a chance at love and wonder what could have been.
When you touch me it's easy to make me believe
I am easily convinced that our love is real when you touch me.
Tomorrow won't take you away
I hope that we will be together tomorrow and our love will continue.
But I'd gamble whatever tomorrow might bring
I am willing to take a risk with our love and not worry about what tomorrow may bring.
For the love that I'm living today.
I am happy with the love we have today and will enjoy it while it lasts.
I know someday that I may wake up all alone
I am aware that our love may not last forever and I may be alone someday.
When the love I believed in has died
If our love ends, it will be painful because I believed in it so much.
But at least I won't wonder what I might have won
I will not regret not taking a chance with our love and will know that I gave it my all.
>From the lifetime that I watched going by
I will not regret watching my life pass me by without taking risks and living fully.
'Cause I'll never know 'til it's over
Again, I won't know if our love was right or wrong until it's too late.
If I'm right or I'm wrong loving you,
I am unsure if my love for you is right, but I will not regret giving it a chance.
But I'd rather be sorry for something I've done
I would rather regret doing something than regret not doing it.
Than for something that I didn't do.
I don't want to regret not taking a chance at love and wonder what could have been.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KRISTOFFER KRISTOFFERSON
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@ruckizucki13
Lyrics:
If you hurt me, you won't be the first or the last
In a lifetime of many mistakes.
But I won't spend tomorrow regretting the past
For the chances that I didn't take.
'Cause I'll never know 'til it's over
If I'm right or I'm wrong loving you,
But I'd rather be sorry for something I've done
Than for something that I didn't do.
When you touch me it's easy to make me believe
Tomorrow won't take you away
But I'd gamble whatever tomorrow might bring
For the love that I'm living today.
'Cause I'll never know 'til it's over
If I'm right or I'm wrong loving you,
But I'd rather be sorry for something I've done
Than for something that I didn't do.
(I know someday that I may wake up all alone
When the love I believed in has died
But at least I won't wonder what I might have won
>From the lifetime that I watched going by
'Cause I'll never know 'til it's over
If I'm right or I'm wrong loving you,)
But I'd rather be sorry for something I've done
Than for something that I didn't do.
@maryroberts9233
Together they're great. Kristofferson is one of my all time favorite singer, songwriters. Totally great actor, beautiful man
@anyasilka2325
Beautiful, talented Duo and he is good "eye candy" here! Outstanding!
@louiseferrell1555
❤❤❤Kris!!
@anelladambrosio2513
Bellissimo video! Adorabile Kris.. 😊🤗😍😘🎶🎸🎶💘❤️💯💋💯💋🌅
@johnflood5306
Loved Kris and Rita's collaborations! One of my favorite albums!
@browndog461
He was young, we all were in the 70's.
@dollyprice1915
Only Kris can sing like this. Love him.
@brianbyrne7276
Dolly Price he has a wonderful voice,i could hear him all day.some times I do
@terrilynnmerritts1960
Rita sounds amazing on this song. In fact, Rita sounds amazing on ANY song she has ever done. It isn't possible to trash Rita Coolidge with any clip. Her voice is one of the most beautiful on the planet.
@user-wk6jh8bc8g
Totally I agree with you.