The Apologist - R.E.M.

they call me the apologist.

and now that I’m at peak.

you know at first it really hurt.

we joke about these things.

I’ve skirted all my differences

but now I’m facing up.

I wanted to apologize for

everything I was.

so

I’m sorry, so sorry…

did you understand me right?

the people here are good.

they tell me what I should have done

and offer what I could.

I’m good, all is good

all’s well, no complaints.

when I feel regret,

I get down on my knees and pray.

I’m sorry, so sorry…

I live a simple life

unfettered by complex sweets.

you thinnk this isn’t me?

don’t be week.

there I go.

I’m so sorry.

thank you for being there for me.

thank you for listening, goodbye.

I can forfeit selfishness

I hope for you that you apply

this happiness

this peacefulness

I’m sorry, so sorry…

I live a simple life

unfettered by complex sweets.

you think this isn’t me?

that’s so sweet.

I’m so sorry