The song "Sorry" by Grace Jones is about the feeling of jealousy and the remorse that comes with it. The lyrics express her apologies for being consumed by jealousy and not being able to handle it properly. She admits to being no good at dealing with jealousy and expresses her regret for her actions. The song describes a situation where her partner is only with her for a short period of time, possibly just a day. Despite her attempts to get away from him and the jealousy she feels, she can't help but be affected by it. She wants to be honest with her partner but finds it difficult due to her jealousy. Grace Jones acknowledges that nothing is the same when jealousy is involved and she sincerely apologizes for her actions. She recognizes that her jealousy prevents her partner from seeing another side of her and she compares herself to someone else who loves her and is not jealous like she is. In essence, "Sorry" is a deep reflection on the negative impact of jealousy and the regret it brings. It is a plea for forgiveness and a desire to overcome this destructive emotion.
