Sorry, I ain’t sorry
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
I ain’t sorry, nigga, nah
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
I ain’t sorry
He trying to roll me up (I ain’t sorry)
I ain’t picking up (I ain’t sorry)
Headed to the club (I ain’t sorry)
I ain’t thinking ’bout you (I ain’t sorry)
Me and my ladies sip my D’USSÉ cups
I don’t give a fuck, chucking my deuces up
Suck on my balls, pause, I had enough (Sorry, I ain’t sorry)
I ain’t thinking ’bout you
I ain’t thinking ’bout
Middle fingers up, put them hands high
Wave it in his face, tell him, boy, bye (Sorry, I ain’t sorry)
Tell him, boy, bye, boy, bye, middle fingers up
I ain’t thinking ’bout you
Sorry, I ain’t sorry (You)
Sorry, I ain’t sorry (You)
I ain’t sorry, nigga, nah
I ain’t thinking ’bout you
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
Sorry, I ain’t sorry, I ain’t sorry
No, no, hell nah
Now you wanna say you’re sorry
Now you wanna call me crying
Now you gotta see me wilding
Now I’m the one that’s lying
And I don’t feel bad about it
It’s exactly what you get
Stop interrupting my grinding
(You interrupting my grinding)
I ain’t thinking ’bout you
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
I ain’t thinking ’bout you
I ain’t thinking ’bout you
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
I ain’t thinking ’bout you
I ain’t thinking ’bout you
Middle fingers up, put them hands high
Wave it in his face, tell him, boy, bye (Bye) (Sorry, I ain’t sorry)
Tell him, boy, bye (Bye), boy, bye (Bye)
Middle fingers up, I ain’t thinking ’bout you
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
I ain’t sorry, nigga, nah
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
Sorry, I ain’t sorry
I ain’t sorry
No, no, hell nah
Looking at my watch, he shoulda been home
Today, I regret the night I put that ring on
He always got them fucking excuses
I pray to the Lord you reveal what his truth is
I left a note in the hallway
By the time you read it, I’ll be far away
I’m far away
But I ain’t fucking with nobody
Let’s have a toast to the good life
Suicide before you see this tear fall down my eyes
Me and my baby, we gon’ be alright
We gon’ live a good life
Big homie better grow up
Me and my whoadies ’bout to stroll up
I see them boppers in the corner
They sneaking out the back door
He only want me when I’m not there
He better call Becky with the good hair
He better call Becky with the good hair
Empowerment Through Independence
“Sorry” by Beyoncé is an unapologetic anthem of self-respect and resilience. The song chronicles a woman’s response to betrayal, harnessing bold lyrics and assertive energy to declare her independence. Beyoncé’s repeated mantra of “I ain’t sorry” becomes a statement of reclaiming power, as she refuses to be defined by her partner’s actions or apologies. The tone is both defiant and liberating, with memorable lines like “middle fingers up, put them hands high” that encourage listeners to stand strong in the face of heartbreak.
Memorable Cultural References
Beyond its message of self-worth, the song is embedded with cultural touchstones—most notably the phrase “better call Becky with the good hair,” which has sparked widespread conversation and speculation. This lyric, along with references to sisterhood and celebration, underscores the importance of community and moving forward after emotional pain.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Beyoncé Knowles, Diana Gordon, Sean “Melo-X” Rhoden, Wynter Gordon, and others
Release Year: 2016
Label: Parkwood Entertainment, Columbia Records