I'm Sorry
R. Kelly/Ronald Isley Lyrics
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I'm dealing with a lot yeah you know
Guess we're at that point where things just fall apart and you just go
You're telling all your friends that it's all over
But I got questions that I wanna know
But you throw away my side and tell the story on your own
Why do you make it all about you
I have a story to tell you too
Didn't know who to go to knowing nobody's on my side
Never wanted to tell anyone that I've been dealing with myself for so long
I just wanted to tell you how I'm feeling but you just say
You better change that attitude or else you better stay away
Where did I go wrong girl I just don't know where to start that change you've asked for
I'm Sorry
I wish you'll let me tell you what's on my mind
Cus' you know my feelings are also true
But we haven't spoken in so long I don't know what to do
You never cared about what I had to say
You only focused on what's meant for you
Now I guess its too late to keep fighting for what's gone too soon
Why do you make it all about you
I have a story to tell you too
Where did I go wrong girl I've been thinking bout it all night
Didn't know who to go to knowing nobody's on my side
Never wanted to tell anyone that I've been dealing with myself for so long
Come on
I just wanted to tell you how I'm feeling but you just say
You better change that attitude or else you better stay away
Where did I go wrong girl I just don't know where to start that change you've asked for
I'm Sorry
The lyrics to R. Kelly/Ronald Isley's song "I'm Sorry" seem to reflect the inner turmoil of a man who is dealing with a failing relationship. He is feeling guilt and pain for causing his partner to hurt, yet he is unsure of what he did wrong. He acknowledges that they have reached a point where things are falling apart and she has decided to end things. However, he feels that his perspective is not being heard as she only tells her side of the story to her friends. He wants to share his side of things and wishes that she would listen to him, so that he can express his feelings and try to put things right. He is remorseful for past mistakes and wants to change but is unsure of where to start.
The song is a testament to the universal struggles of relationships and communication. Often, when things start to fall apart, it can be difficult to pinpoint exactly where things went wrong. The frustration of not being heard can run deep and lead to further misunderstandings. The lines "Where did I go wrong girl, I've been thinking bout it all night" and "I just wanted to tell you how I'm feeling but you just say / You better change that attitude or else you better stay away" demonstrate the conflicted emotions of the singer, who is trying desperately to salvage what is left of the relationship and get his feelings across.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know what I did to have you hurting
I am clueless as to what I did to cause you pain.
I'm dealing with a lot yeah you know
I am going through a lot and I hope you understand.
Guess we're at that point where things just fall apart and you just go
The relationship has reached its breaking point and you are leaving.
You're telling all your friends that it's all over
You are spreading the word that the relationship is over to your friends.
But I got questions that I wanna know
I have unanswered questions that I want to ask you.
But you throw away my side and tell the story on your own
You ignore my perspective and only tell your version of the story.
Why do you make it all about you
Why do you only focus on your own feelings and not consider mine?
I have a story to tell you too
I also have my side of the story to share with you.
Where did I go wrong girl I've been thinking bout it all night
I have been pondering all night where I went wrong in this relationship.
Didn't know who to go to knowing nobody's on my side
I am lost because no one is taking my side in this situation.
Never wanted to tell anyone that I've been dealing with myself for so long
I have been struggling with my own problems all by myself.
I just wanted to tell you how I'm feeling but you just say
All I wanted was to express my feelings to you, but you shut me down.
You better change that attitude or else you better stay away
You demand me to change or leave you alone.
Where did I go wrong girl I just don't know where to start that change you've asked for
I am unsure where to begin the changes you want me to make in order to fix things.
I'm Sorry
I apologize for my mistakes and for anything that caused you pain.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Ritvik Bokka
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MacLethal
You know shit is real when someone pulls a sword on you.
@angeldavis1988ad
I remember when this song came out! Makes me feel old;-)
@kimflash6323
Yep, but one should never pull out his/her sword w/o using it...cause noow' it's open season.
@maniaaliyahxo
Lmaoooooo
@niecygrl
😂😂😂
@taygilly633
dwfl that had mi weak *****
@CrestedSaguaro520
Rest easy, Rudolph Isley. 🕊 You gave us so much great music. We won't forget you and you'll live on through your music! 🎶🎵
@owenhunt
Been blasting their albums again since my summer holiday. Was shocked to finish listening to 'Choosey Lover' only to find an Isley brother had passed. RIP. They are always my number 1 band to listen to on an Iberian getaway
@ttbrooke
Ron Isley at 81 aging like a fine wine. I saw him in concert a few months ago. His voice is still amazing at 81!
@mutantkami1660
Shit yeah he looks good for 81