Sorry

The song is about someone asking for forgiveness after repeatedly letting down a partner. At first, the speaker sounds anxious and defensive, admitting mistakes while hoping for another chance. As the lyrics continue, the apology becomes more direct: the speaker accepts blame and says the loss is about missing the person, not only their physical closeness. The repeated question about whether it is “too late” gives the song a worried, pleading mood.

Several phrases carry implied meanings. “One more shot” means one more opportunity, while “a referee” suggests the speaker wants someone to settle the conflict or give them a chance to make things right. The exaggerated admission that “once or twice” really means many times makes the speaker’s record of mistakes sound both candid and self-mocking. Saying there is “no innocent one” presents the relationship as a conflict in which both people may have contributed, though the speaker still admits causing harm.

The apology may be sincere, but the lyrics leave some uncertainty about whether words alone can repair the damage. The speaker asks to “forget this,” which could mean wanting to move forward, but might also sound like wanting to avoid fully addressing what happened. The song holds both hope for reconciliation and fear that forgiveness may come too late.