Songs About Being Sorry

Updated April 1, 2024

Many singers have explored Songs About Being Sorry. Here are 25 of the best ones.

Sorry by Justin Bieber

From the album, Purpose (Deluxe), released on November 13, 2015

The song is about a break-up and features Bieber apologizing to his former partner. It was produced by Skrillex and Blood.

Sorry Not Sorry by Demi Lovato

From the album, Tell Me You Love Me, released on September 29, 2017

"Sorry Not Sorry" is a song by American singer Demi Lovato. It was released on July 11, 2017, as the lead single from her sixth studio album, Tell Me You Love Me (2017). The song was written by Lovato, Sean Douglas, Trevor Brown, Warren "Oak" Felder, and William Zaire Simmons, and produced by Felder and Simmons under their production alias Oak Felder. Lovato said that "Sorry Not Sorry" is "definitely one of [her] favorite [songs she's] ever done". She further explained that the song is about "being unapologetic for [her] success", and that it is "a very anthemic, fun song". "Sorry Not Sorry" is a dance-pop and R&B song with elements of trap music. The song's lyrics find Lovato unapologetic for her success, and served as a "celebration of [her] life and career thus far". Critical reception of the song was positive, with Lovato's vocals being praised. Commercially, "Sorry Not Sorry" entered the top ten in a number of countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. In

Sorry Bout That by Yeat

From the album, 4L, released on June 10, 2021

"Sorry 'Bout That" is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Yeats. The song was produced by Mike Clink and released as the lead single from Yeats' self-titled debut album. The song peaked at number 17 on the Canadian Singles Chart.

Sorry by Halsey

From the album, hopeless fountain kingdom (Deluxe), released on June 2, 2017

Halsey's song "Sorry" is a haunting ballad about a relationship gone wrong. The production is sparse, with only a piano and Halsey's ethereal vocals. The lyrics paint a picture of a woman who is regretsful and grieving over a lost love.

SORRY PAPI by Bad Bunny

From the album, EL ÚLTIMO TOUR DEL MUNDO, released on November 27, 2020

The song "SORRY PAPI" is a track by Bad Bunny. It was produced by Tainy. The song was released on April 13, 2018, through Interscope Records.

I miss you, I’m sorry by Gracie Abrams

From the album, minor, released on July 14, 2020

Written by Gracie Abrams and produced by Abrams and Finneas O'Connell, "I miss you, I'm sorry" is a song about missing someone and apologizing for one's mistakes. The song features a simple guitar melody and Abrams' emotive vocals.

Sorry 4 What? // LV BELT by Tory Lanez

From the album, Sorry 4 What, released on September 30, 2022

"Sorry 4 What? // LV BELT" is a song by Canadian rapper Tory Lanez, released as a single in April 2021. The song features production from frequent collaborator Play Picasso, and was released alongside a visualizer directed by Midjordan. The song is an uptempo hip-hop track, featuring melodic verses from Lanez rapping about the luxuries of fame and success. The chorus is assertive and catchy, as he chants "Sorry 4 What?, LV Belt" as an ode to his lavish lifestyle. The song serves as an anthem of braggadocio, as Lanez flexes his accomplishments and celebrates his success.

Sorry To Me Too by Julia Michaels

From the album, Sorry To Me Too, released on November 11, 2022

"Sorry To Me Too" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Julia Michaels, from her debut studio album, Inner Monologue Part 1. The song was written by Michaels, Justin Tranter and its producer, John Hill, who also provided additional production. The track is a melancholic, synth-driven mid-tempo with lyrics about Michaels saying sorry to herself for the mistakes she has made. In the chorus, she acknowledges that she needs to love and forgive herself. The song features Michaels' signature vulnerable vocals, as well as a booming, deep bassline and steady drums. "Sorry To Me Too" was released on January 24, 2019, as the third single from Inner Monologue Part 1. The accompanying music video was released on February 15, 2019.