Same bed but it feels just a little bit bigger now
Our song on the radio but it don’t sound the same
When our friends talk about you, all it does is just tear me down
‘Cause my heart breaks a little when I hear your name
It all just sounds like oooooh…
Mmm, too young, too dumb to realize
That I should’ve bought you flowers
And held your hand
Should’ve gave you all my hours
When I had the chance
Take you to every party
‘Cause all you wanted to do was dance
Now my baby’s dancing
But she’s dancing with another man
My pride, my ego, my needs, and my selfish ways
Caused a good strong woman like you to walk out my life
Now I’ll never, never get to clean up the mess I made, ohh…
And it haunts me every time I close my eyes
It all just sounds like oooooh…
Mmm, too young, too dumb to realize
That I should’ve bought you flowers
And held your hand
Should’ve gave you all my hours
When I had the chance
Take you to every party
‘Cause all you wanted to do was dance
Now my baby’s dancing
But she’s dancing with another man
Although it hurts
I’ll be the first to say that I was wrong
Oh, I know I’m probably much too late
To try and apologize for my mistakes
But I just want you to know
I hope he buys you flowers
I hope he holds your hand
Give you all his hours
When he has the chance
Take you to every party
‘Cause I remember how much you loved to dance
Do all the things I should have done
When I was your man
Do all the things I should have done
When I was your man
Heartfelt Regret and Self-Reflection
“When I Was Your Man” by Bruno Mars is a poignant ballad that delves into the pain of lost love and the haunting echoes of regret. The song’s lyrics capture a deeply personal story, recounting the aftermath of a breakup and the realization of mistakes made. Mars reflects on moments he took for granted, such as buying flowers or attending parties, and how his pride and selfishness led to the end of a meaningful relationship. The repetition of missed opportunities and the vivid imagery of his former lover dancing with someone else intensify the emotional weight, making the song universally relatable for anyone who has experienced heartbreak and remorse.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bruno Mars
- Songwriters: Bruno Mars, Philip Lawrence, Ari Levine, Andrew Wyatt
- Release Year: 2012
- Label: Atlantic Records