Unpacking the Lyrics of Justin Bieber’s ‘Sorry’

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Justin Bieber is this Canadian singer who started out as a YouTube sensation when he was just 13.

He became super famous with hits like “Baby” and “Sorry.”

Honestly, his journey from posting covers online to becoming one of the biggest pop stars is pretty amazing.

What I find interesting is how he’s grown from being a teen heartthrob to a more mature artist.

He is open about his personal struggles and faith while still topping charts worldwide with a unique mix of pop, R&B, and dance music.

About the Song ‘Sorry’

“Sorry” is a catchy dance-pop song that became one of Justin Bieber’s biggest hits.

The song blends tropical house and dancehall elements with a bouncy beat and apologetic lyrics.

What makes it stand out is its smooth production and memorable chorus, plus that iconic dance video featuring dancers in colorful outfits.

The song dominated charts worldwide and helped establish Bieber’s more mature sound.

Detail Information
Song Title “Sorry”
Release Date October 22, 2015
Album Purpose
Writers Justin Bieber, Julia Michaels, Justin Tranter, Skrillex, BloodPop
Producers Skrillex, BloodPop
Genre Dancehall pop, tropical house, moombahton
Length 3:20
Label Def Jam
Peak Position #1 on Billboard Hot 100
Notable Achievement First song to hit 100 million streams in the UK

‘Sorry’ Lyrics By Justin Bieber

Verse 1

You gotta go and get angry at all of my honesty
You know I try, but I don’t do too well with apologies
I hope I don’t run out of time, could someone call a referee?
‘Cause I just need one more shot at forgiveness
I know you know that I made those mistakes maybe once or twice
And by once or twice, I mean maybe a couple of hundred times
So let me, oh, let me redeem, oh, redeem, oh, myself tonight
‘Cause I just need one more shot at second chances

Chorus

Yeah, is it too late now to say sorry?
‘Cause I’m missing more than just your body
Oh, is it too late now to say sorry?
Yeah, I know that I let you down
Is it too late to say I’m sorry now?

Drop

I’m sorry, yeah
Sorry, yeah
Sorry
Yeah, I know that I let you down
Is it too late to say I’m sorry now?

Verse 2

I’ll take every single piece of the blame if you want me to
But you know that there is no innocent one in this game for two
I’ll go, I’ll go and then you go, you go out and spill the truth
Can we both say the words and forget this?

Chorus

Yeah, is it too late now to say sorry?
‘Cause I’m missing more than just your body
Oh, is it too late now to say sorry?
Yeah, I know that I let you down
Is it too late to say I’m sorry now?
I’m not just tryna get you back on me (Oh, no, no)
‘Cause I’m missing more than just your body (Your body)
Oh, is it too late now to say sorry?
Yeah, I know that I let you down
Is it too late to say I’m sorry now?

Drop

I’m sorry, yeah
Sorry, oh
Sorry
Yeah, I know that I let you down (I know I let you down)
Is it too late to say I’m sorry now?
I’m sorry, yeah
Sorry, oh
Sorry
Yeah, I know that I let you down (I know I let you down)
Is it too late to say I’m sorry now?

Live Performance Of The Song ‘Sorry’ By Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber – Sorry (Live From The Ellen Show)

Similar songs Like ‘Sorry’ By Justin Bieber

Here are similar songs by Justin Bieber that share elements with “Sorry”:

“What Do You Mean?” – Released just before “Sorry,” this song also features tropical house elements and has a similar dance-pop sound. It tackles relationship uncertainty with a similarly apologetic tone and features that signature Bieber falsetto.

“Love Yourself” – While more acoustic in nature, this song continues the theme of relationship reflection and accountability that “Sorry” explores. It was actually released after “Sorry” and became part of the same successful run on the charts.

“Where Are Ü Now” – This collaboration with Skrillex and Diplo shares the dance-electronic production style of “Sorry.” It has similar emotional vulnerability in its lyrics and helped establish Bieber’s new musical direction.

“Ghost” – Though released years later, this song carries the same dance-pop energy and emotional depth as “Sorry.” It blends modern pop production with sincere lyrics about loss and regret.

“Peaches” – While more R&B-influenced, this song maintains the danceable tropical vibes of “Sorry” with a similar catchy chorus structure and upbeat production style.

“Stay” – His collaboration with The Kid LAROI follows the same formula as “Sorry” with its dance-pop foundation and emotionally charged lyrics, plus that signature vocal style that made “Sorry” so successful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Was “Sorry” Written For Selena Gomez?

Yes, Bieber later confirmed that “Sorry” was written about his ex-girlfriend Selena Gomez and their past relationship.

What Did Justin Bieber Say About “Sorry”?

Initially, Bieber explained that the song wasn’t an apology for his past actions.

He clarified: “People ran with that… It really had nothing to do with that.

It was about a girl.”

Who Produced “Sorry” By Justin Bieber?

The song was produced by Skrillex and BloodPop (Michael Tucker).

BloodPop created the initial melody while Skrillex worked on the beat and helped keep the production simple.

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