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Apologize

"Apologize" by Timbaland, featuring OneRepublic, is originally in the key of C minor. The song, written by OneRepublic's lead singer Ryan Tedder, was first released by the band in 2006 and later remixed by Timbaland for his 2007 album "Shock Value." The remix version gained widespread popularity, reaching number one in 16 countries. The song's heartfelt lyrics and poignant melody contributed to its global success. The melody of "Apologize" is characterized by its piano-driven arrangement, coupled with Tedder's emotive vocal delivery, and is complemented by layered instrumentation that builds up to a powerful and memorable chorus.
Apologize - Timbaland ( feat . OneRepublic )

d e e e d d
I'm holding on your rope
d c d d d a b
Got me ten feet off the ground
d e e e d d d c d d d a b
And I'm hearing what you say , but I just can't make a sound
d e d e d e g
You tell me that you need me
e d e d e g g d a
Then you go and cut me down , but wait
d e d e d e g
You tell me that you're sorry
e d e d e g g d a
Didn't think I'd turn around , and say

b D D g g e g e C D D
That it's too late to apologize , it's too late
a b b D D g g e g e C D D
I said it's too late to apologize , it's too late

d e e e d d d c d
I'd take another chance , take a fall
d d d a b
Take a shot for you
d e e e d d d c d
And I need you like a heart needs a beat
d d d a b ( a D e e d )
But it's nothing new ( yeah , yeah )
D E D E D E g a
I loved you with a fire red
e e g g d d a
Now it's turning blue , and you say
e d e d e g e d e d e g g
Sorry like the angel heaven let me think was you
d d a a a b
But I'm afraid

b D D g g e g e C D D
It's too late to apologize , it's too late
a b b D D g g e g e C D D
I said it's too late to apologize , it's too late

b b b D D g g e g e C D D
It's too late to apologize , it's too late
b b C D D g g e g e C D D
I said it's too late to apologize , it's too late
b b C D D g g e g a ( b b a )
I said it's too late to apologize , yeah
b b C D D g g e g a ( b b a )
I said it's too late to apologize , yeah
d e e e d d d c d d g a b
I'm holding on your rope , got me ten feet off the ground