About the song
Please Forgive Me by Bryan Adams: A Ballad of Enduring Love and Regret
In the realm of music, there are songs that entertain, songs that inspire, and then there are those that touch the very core of our being, resonating with our deepest emotions. Bryan Adams’ power ballad “Please Forgive Me” falls into the latter category, weaving a tapestry of heartfelt lyrics and soul-stirring melodies that has captivated listeners for decades.
Released in 1993 as the lead single from Adams’ greatest hits compilation album So Far So Good, “Please Forgive Me” quickly ascended to the top of the charts, becoming an instant classic. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to transcend time and cultural boundaries, speaking to the universal language of love, loss, and redemption.
Adams’ songwriting prowess is on full display in “Please Forgive Me”, as he crafts verses that are both poignant and relatable. The opening lines, “It still feels like our first night together / Feels like the first kiss and it’s gettin’ better baby”, immediately transport the listener to a place of intimate connection and tender affection. Adams’** evocative imagery paints a vivid picture of a love that has stood the test of time, despite its imperfections.
The chorus of “Please Forgive Me” is a heart-wrenching plea for forgiveness, as Adams pours out his soul in an attempt to mend a broken relationship. The lyrics, “So if you’re feelin’ lonely don’t / You’re the only one I’d ever want / I only wanna make it good / So if I love ya – a little more than I should / Please forgive me – I know not what I do / Please forgive me – I can’t stop loving you”, are a universal cry for reconciliation, resonating with anyone who has ever experienced the pain of a love lost.
Adams’ vocals on “Please Forgive Me” are nothing short of masterful, imbuing each word with raw emotion and sincerity. His voice soars through the verses, conveying the depths of his love and regret, while it softens in the chorus, capturing the vulnerability and desperation of his plea for forgiveness.
The song’s instrumentation perfectly complements the emotional intensity of the lyrics. The opening piano chords set a melancholic tone, while the gentle strumming of the guitar provides a steady backdrop for Adams’** impassioned vocals. The song builds to a crescendo in the bridge, with the drums and bass adding a sense of urgency and desperation, before finally fading out on a note of poignant reflection.
“Please Forgive Me” is more than just a song; it’s an emotional journey that takes the listener through the highs and lows of love, loss, and the desperate hope for reconciliation. With its timeless lyrics, soul-stirring melodies, and Adams’** heartfelt vocals, “Please Forgive Me” is a true masterpiece that will continue to touch hearts for generations to come.
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Lyrics
“Please Forgive Me”
Still feels like our first night together
Feels like the first kiss, it’s gettin’ better, baby
No one can better this…
Still holdin’ on, you’re still the one.
First time our eyes met, same feelin’ I get
Only feels much stronger, wanna love you longer
You still turn the fire on…So if you’re feelin’ lonely—don’t
You’re the only one I ever want.
I only wanna make it good
So if I love you a little more than I should…Please forgive me
I know not what I do.
Please forgive me
I can’t stop lovin’ you
Don’t deny me.
This pain I’m going through…
Please forgive me if I need you like I do.
Please believe me.
Every word I say is true…
Please forgive me
I can’t stop loving youStill feels like our best times are together.
Feels like the first touch, still gettin’ closer, baby
Can’t get close enough.
Still holdin’ on, you’re still number one.
I remember the smell of your skin,
I remember everything,
I remember all your moves
I remember you, yeah!
I remember the nights, you know I still do.So if you’re feelin’ lonely—don’t
You’re the only one I ever want.
I only wanna make it good
So if I love you a little more than I should…Please forgive me
I know not what I do.
Please forgive me
I can’t stop lovin’ you
Don’t deny me
This pain I’m going through.
Please forgive me if I need you like I do
Oh, believe me.
Every word I say is true.
Please forgive me
I can’t stop loving you.One thing I’m sure of is the way we make love.
And one thing I depend on is for us to stay strong.
With every word and every breath I’m prayin’
That’s why I’m sayin’…Please forgive me
I know not what I do.
Please forgive me
I can’t stop lovin’ you.
Don’t deny me.
This pain I’m going through.
Please forgive me if I need you like I do.
Babe, believe me.
Every word I say is true.
Please forgive me if I can’t stop loving you.
Never leave me
I don’t know what I’d do.
Please forgive me
I can’t stop loving you,
Can’t stop loving you.