Sorry for Your Loss Lyrics – The Beaches

Sorry for Your Loss Lyrics Meaning

[Verse 1]
The singer is reflecting on a time when they were trusting and open in the relationship. They feel they should have ignored some red flags and protected themselves better. They weren’t keeping track of wrongs and always treated the other person sincerely. Despite being vulnerable, they felt taken advantage of, as if the other person was careless or harsh while they stayed emotionally available and openhearted.

[Pre-Chorus]
The singer genuinely hopes the other person heals and finds happiness. Even though they ended the relationship, they still care and want the best for them.

[Chorus]
Here, the singer expresses regret over how things ended and acknowledges mistakes on both sides. They needed to cut ties to protect themselves but still feel sorrow and sympathy for the other person. It’s like a farewell with honesty, admitting hurt while offering kind thoughts, recognizing the relationship’s end as a loss for both of them.

[Verse 2]
The singer admits they were hurt before but found a way to recover. They feel some guilt for speaking negatively about the other person but didn’t mean to escalate things. Even though the other person caused pain, they no longer want to make it worse, showing a mix of self-awareness, forgiveness, and restraint.

[Pre-Chorus]
They repeat their wish for the other person to get better and be happy, showing that care remains even after separation.

[Chorus]
The singer reiterates their apology and sadness about how the relationship ended. They acknowledge personal mistakes and the need to step away, while still sending sympathy and expressing genuine sorrow for the emotional fallout. There’s a balance of regret, closure, and lingering care.

[Pre-Chorus]
Again, the singer hopes the other person heals and finds peace, emphasizing that their intentions are sincere and kindhearted.

[Chorus]
The final chorus reinforces the mixture of regret, compassion, and closure. They express sorrow over the ending, admit their part in the pain, and send heartfelt sympathy while fully stepping away from the relationship. It’s an emotional goodbye that blends honesty with care.