(what Can I Say) After I Say I'm Sorry?
Ella Fitzgerald · Other Songs - Ella Fitzgerald
What can I do to prove it to you that I'm sorry,
I didn't mean to ever be mean to you-oo
If I didn't care I wouldn't feel like I do,
I was all wrong,
but right or wrong I don't blame you
Why should I take somebody like you and shame you
I know that I made you cry and I'm so sorry dear
So what can I say dear after I say I'm sorry,
Tell me Baby what can I say dear after I say I'm sorry so-so sorry
what can I do to prove it to you I'm sorry
Oh I didn't mean to ever be mean to you
If I didn't care I wouldn't feel -oh I wouldn't feel like I do-do-do
I was all wrong, but right or wrong I don't blame you no-no-no-no
why should I take somebody like you and shame you
I know that I made you cry and I'm so sorry dear,
sorry i made you cry
oo-oo-oo-oo-oo-oo
sorry i made you cry
(what Can I Say) After I Say I'm Sorry?
Ella Fitzgerald's rendition of '(what Can I Say) After I Say I'm Sorry?' stands as a testament to her unparalleled ability to inhabit the emotional core of a standard. Known for her crystalline tone and impeccable phrasing, Fitzgerald approached this track with the characteristic warmth and swing that defined her extensive catalogue. The recording captures her mastery of vocal storytelling, transforming a simple apology into a moment of genuine vulnerability without relying on theatrical excess. As part of her vast body of work, this performance highlights her enduring influence on jazz and pop vocalists. Fitzgerald's interpretation remains a definitive example of how a master musician can elevate familiar material, ensuring the song resonates with listeners across generations through pure vocal artistry and timeless musicality.