The Hollies – Sorry Suzanne

About the song

“Sorry Suzanne” is a notable single by the British pop rock group The Hollies, released in 1969. The song, co-written by Geoff Stephens and Tony Macaulay, marked a significant transition for the band, as it was the first single to feature Terry Sylvester, who had replaced Graham Nash as a member. This period of change signaled a new chapter in The Hollies’ musical journey while maintaining their distinct sound.

Released in March 1969, “Sorry Suzanne” quickly made its mark on the charts. It achieved a peak position of No. 3 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating the band’s continued popularity in their home country. Internationally, the song enjoyed notable success, reaching No. 1 in Switzerland on April 22, 1969, and making an appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, where it climbed to No. 56 by May 31, 1969.

The single was accompanied by the B-side track “Not That Way at All,” and both were released under the Parlophone label (catalogue number R5765). The success of “Sorry Suzanne” highlighted The Hollies’ ability to adapt and evolve their sound while continuing to resonate with audiences. The song features the harmonious vocal style and catchy melodies characteristic of The Hollies, solidifying their reputation as one of the leading pop rock bands of the late 1960s.

Overall, “Sorry Suzanne” stands out as a significant release in The Hollies’ discography, representing both a successful adaptation to lineup changes and a continuation of their legacy in the evolving music scene of the era.

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Lyrics

I can’t make it if you leave me
I’m sorry Suzanne believe me
I was wrong and I knew I was all along

Forgive me, I still love you more than ever
I’m sorry Suzanne forever
Hurting you, you know I never wanted to
I’m truly sorry Suzanne

Well I could never, ever justify
All the tears I made you cry
But I do regret it, my Suzanne
You gotta believe me

I was looking round for someone new
What a foolish thing to do
All the time I knew it
Heaven knows what made me do it girl

I can’t make it if you leave me
I’m sorry Suzanne believe me
I was wrong and I knew I was all along, all along

I’m truly sorry Suzanne

If you would only take me back again
Things would be so different then
What I wouldn’t give for
One more chance to live for you Suzanne

I can’t make it if you leave me
I’m sorry Suzanne believe me
I was wrong and I knew I was all along

Forgive me, I still love you more than ever
I’m sorry Suzanne forever
Hurting you, you know I never wanted to
I’m truly sorry Suzanne