An apology to an individual one has hurt is acceptable any time so long as one understands that: 1) the request for forgiveness was more for oneself than for the person one hurt; and 2) an apology does not entitle one to anything, and the other person is free to not accept one's apology (Popdust).
But I just want you to know
I hope he buys you flowers, I hope he holds your hand
Give you all his hours when he has the chance
Take you to every party 'cause I remember how much you loved to dance
Do all the things I should have done when I was your man
Do all the things I should have done when I was your man
Once again, superficially, this song seems like a generous sentiment; after all, Bruno simply wishes for his former girlfriend's happiness. But saying this directly to her appears somewhat condescending and he might not elicit the desired reaction from the girl or from his listeners (Popdust).
The song effectively communicates to listeners through the employment of diverse emotions and tones: realization, hope, regret, nostalgia and disappointment.
Regret- The singer creates an apologetic ambiance, regretting his treatment of his ex-girlfriend, reflecting on how it's too late as she has gone on to forge another relationship, and his realization of his errors. He is now in anguish and yearns for the time he once enjoyed with her (Kay). He explains his carelessness and indifference to his mistakes. He realizes he committed very less time to her, and talks about all the things he ought to have done, but didn't. This song is dedicated to the woman who left him, displaying his regret for the end of their relationship. The singer, perhaps, wishes to warn other men to value their relationships before they get ruined (Wells).
Nostalgia- The lyrics create a nostalgic tone. The singer speaks about his bittersweet relationships and his longing for his past happiness and memories. He misses the way things were between them, but now all he has left is to cope with his selfish decisions. He reflectively explains his deepest thoughts and conveys his vision for his listeners to comprehend and feel his emotional turmoil.
Hope- The song ends on a hopeful note. Bruno sings about how he wishes her new boyfriend does all those things he failed to do: "I hope he buys you flowers, i hope he holds your hand..." (Kay)
Disappointment- Bruno is disenchanted with himself. He knows he is responsible for his own unhappiness and is, thus, resentful of himself. But the song reveals that he is both foolishly maudlin and weakly emotional, owing to the self-resentment he expresses. Had he not been blind to all but his personal mean deeds and needs, his girl wouldn't have left him. He is aware that his loss was an avoidable one, which is the reason he is openly accepting his faults (Kay). He is frank, truthful, and earnest. He understands his mistakes and assumes complete accountability for them. He is even aware of how he can make things right. His honesty is evidenced by the lines: although it hurts, I will be the first to say that i was wrong. Oh, i know it probably much too late, to try and apologize for my mistakes, but i just want you to know (Kay)
Awakened- The song commences on an awakened note: "Same bed but it feels bigger now, Our song on the radio but it don't sound the same." The singer is beginning to realize his faults after his relationship fails. His bed appears larger as he now sleeps in solitude; his girlfriend who, at one time, shared it with him is now gone. The song which, at one time, held special meaning…
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