I'm Sorry
Shirley Gunter Lyrics


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I'm sorry for the things I've done
I know that I'm the foolish one
Now that I see who's to blame
I'm so ashamed, I'm sorry

I'm sorry for the things I've said
Just like a child, I lost my head
I should have known from the start
I'd break your heart, I'm sorry

Please be kind and I know you'll find
It's so easy to forgive
Darling wait for it's not too late
Give our love a chance to live

I know the heartaches you've been through
I know for I've had heartaches too
There's nothing more I can do
But say to you "I'm sorry"

Please be kind and I know you'll find
It's so easy to forgive
Darling wait for it's not too late
Give our love a chance to live

I know the heartaches you've been through
I know for I've had heartaches too




There's nothing more I can do
But say to you "I'm sorry"

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Shirley Gunter's song "I'm Sorry" convey a message of regret and apology from the singer to their lover. The singer takes responsibility for the mistakes they have made in the relationship, acknowledging that they have been foolish and have said hurtful things. They express shame for their actions and express a desire to make amends in order to save the relationship. They implore their lover to be kind and forgiving, and to give their love a chance to thrive again.


The lyrics of "I'm Sorry" evoke a sense of humility and vulnerability, as the singer acknowledges their faults and expresses remorse. The repeated refrain of "I'm sorry" reinforces this sense of contrition, while the plea for forgiveness underscores the singer's desire to repair the relationship. The song reflects a common theme in love songs of the 1950s, which often dealt with heartbreak, reconciliation, and the complexities of romantic relationships. For fans of doo-wop and early rock and roll, "I'm Sorry" remains a poignant reminder of the era's musical and cultural significance.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm sorry for the things I've done
I apologize for the mistakes I have made.


I know that I'm the foolish one
I understand that my actions were unwise and caused harm.


Now that I see who's to blame
After reflection, I recognize that I am responsible for the situation.


I'm so ashamed, I'm sorry
I feel intense regret and remorse for my behavior.


I'm sorry for the things I've said
I regret the hurtful words that I spoke.


Just like a child, I lost my head
Similar to a child throwing a tantrum, I acted impulsively and without regard for consequences.


I should have known from the start
I recognize that I should have been aware of the potential outcomes of my actions.


I'd break your heart, I'm sorry
My behavior caused emotional pain to someone I care about and I deeply regret it.


Please be kind and I know you'll find
I ask for your compassion and hope that you will discover forgiveness in your heart.


It's so easy to forgive
Forgiveness can be a simple and healing act.


Darling wait for it's not too late
There is still time to repair our relationship as long as we act with urgency.


Give our love a chance to live
Let us try to salvage our love and rekindle what we once had.


I know the heartaches you've been through
I am aware of the pain you have suffered as a result of my actions.


I know for I've had heartaches too
I can empathize with your pain because I have also experienced heartbreak.


There's nothing more I can do
I have apologized and now it is up to you to decide what actions to take.


But say to you "I'm sorry"
Despite feeling helpless, I express my heartfelt remorse and ask for forgiveness.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BUCK RAM, PETER TINTURIN, BILLY WHITE

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