forgive me
V. Rose Lyrics


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I feel so dirty
I feel so dumb
I fell for temptation
Lord what have I done?
I never meant for this to get so out of hand
But he lied to me
And he told me that You'd never understand
But it was never in my plan

To become the liar
Become the cheater
Become the murderer
I know you've heard of her
Become the dealer
Become the user
Become the hater
Become the abuser
And after all of my failure and sinning
Jesus still wants to save me and live in me
So if Jesus can
Then why can't you...
Forgive me

Forgive me
Forgive me
I was so guilty
Now I'm repenting
Lord will you fill me
I'll go where you send me
Forgive me

I was so lonely
He was so kind
He said that he loved me
How could I deny?
I never for this to get so out of hand
But he lied to me
And he told me that You'd never understand
But it was never in my plan...

To become the liar
Become the cheater
Become the murderer
I know you've heard of her
Become the dealer
Become the user
Become the hater
Become the abuser
And after all of my failure and sinning
Jesus still wants to save me and live in me
So if Jesus can
Then why can't you...
Forgive me

Forgive me
I know what I did was wrong
But how long will you let this go on?
Everyone else has moved on
But you still won't let it go...
Man I can't let go and this is my cry for help
To forgive myself
So please help me forgive me

You showed me You loved me
Don't have to feel guilty




I fall on my knees now
Receive what You give me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to V. Rose's song Forgive Me delve into the emotional turmoil of a person who is seeking redemption for their past mistakes. The opening line "I feel so dirty, I feel so dumb" sets the tone for the rest of the song, giving listeners the idea that the subject of the song is weighed down by the weight of their guilt. As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the subject fell into temptation and made a grave mistake, and now they feel utterly ashamed.


The line "But he lied to me, and he told me that You'd never understand, but it was never in my plan" shows that the subject was misled, but also that they're trying to deflect the blame from themselves. However, the acknowledgment of their role in the mistake becomes clearer as the song continues. The repeated refrain "Forgive me" underscores the subject's deep remorse and their fervent desire to be forgiven for their transgression.


The song shows how despite failing and sinning, the subject is hopeful that Jesus still wants to save them and live in them. This is a song about the power of forgiveness and the need for redemption in the face of our shortcomings. It calls for others to be as forgiving as Christ and to offer love and acceptance to those who have fallen short.


Line by Line Meaning

I feel so dirty
I feel shameful and impure


I feel so dumb
I feel stupid and regretful


I fell for temptation
I allowed myself to be lured by something I knew was wrong


Lord what have I done?
I am asking God for forgiveness and guidance


I never meant for this to get so out of hand
I didn't plan for this situation to escalate to where it is now


But he lied to me
Someone deceived me and gave me false information


And he told me that You'd never understand
He convinced me that God wouldn't accept me or show me mercy


But it was never in my plan
I didn't intend for any of this to happen


To become the liar
I didn't plan to become someone who tells falsehoods


Become the cheater
I didn't plan to become someone who is unfaithful


Become the murderer
I didn't plan to take someone's life


I know you've heard of her
You may have heard of someone who has made similar mistakes


Become the dealer
I didn't plan to become someone involved in illegal drug trade


Become the user
I didn't plan to become addicted to drugs


Become the hater
I didn't plan to become someone who hates others


Become the abuser
I didn't plan to harm or mistreat others


And after all of my failure and sinning
Despite my wrongdoings and mistakes


Jesus still wants to save me and live in me
Jesus is willing to forgive me and be a part of my life


So if Jesus can
If Jesus is able to forgive me


Then why can't you... Forgive me
Why can't you also forgive me?


Forgive me
I am asking for forgiveness


I was so guilty
I felt responsible for my mistakes


Now I'm repenting
I am asking for forgiveness and changing my ways


Lord will you fill me
I am asking God to give me strength and guidance


I'll go where you send me
I am willing to follow God's plan for my life


I was so lonely
I felt isolated and alone


He was so kind
Someone showed me affection and attention


He said that he loved me
Someone expressed their love for me


How could I deny?
I found it hard to reject their advances


Man I can't let go and this is my cry for help
I am struggling to move on and asking for assistance


To forgive myself
I need to also find it in me to forgive myself


So please help me forgive me
I am asking for help in forgiving myself


You showed me You loved me
God has shown me love and compassion


Don't have to feel guilty
I don't need to feel ashamed or at fault


I fall on my knees now
I am humbling myself before God


Receive what You give me
I am willing to accept God's love and forgiveness




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