Life has a way of teaching us lessons too late. Sometimes, we only realize the value of a person after they’re no longer around. That’s the story behind my upcoming song “I Was Wrong” — a heartfelt tribute to my grandmother, the one person who never gave up on me, even when I was too childish to see it.
💔 The Heart of the Song
My grandmother wasn’t just family — she was a force of love and protection.
While the world seemed to turn against me, she was the one who stood by my side. She fought for me, defended me, and believed in me when no one else did. Yet, in my youthful mischievousness, I didn’t always understand her value.
I made fun of her sometimes — of her age, her habits, the little things that now feel like precious memories. I didn’t see the countless sacrifices she made. I didn’t realize how rare it is to have someone who truly loves you without conditions.
“I Was Wrong” was born out of this realization — a mix of regret, nostalgia, and hope. A song that carries the words I wish I had said when she was still here.
🌙 Writing from the Heart
Songwriting has always been my way of processing feelings I can’t speak aloud. For this track, I spent nights reflecting on her life and the countless moments she quietly supported me.
Every line I wrote was a memory, every chord a reflection of the emotions I felt. I wanted the song to be honest — raw, simple, and real. Not just a melody, but a way to immortalize her love, her patience, and the warmth she brought to my life.
Even now, I wish I could see her one more time — just to hold her hand, apologize for my childish ways, and tell her I finally understand. That feeling is what drives the song.
🎧 What You’ll Feel in “I Was Wrong”
This song isn’t just about loss — it’s about reflection, gratitude, and hope.
The intro is gentle, almost like a whisper, reflecting quiet memories and moments of innocence.
The build-up captures the emotional storm of regret and longing.
The chorus is powerful but intimate, the point where emotion takes over melody, representing the heartbreak of realizing someone’s true value too late.
Every note, every pause, every silence is intentional — designed to make the listener feel the same mix of love, grief, and reflection that I feel every day.
🖤 Why This Song Matters
Everyone has someone in their life they took for granted — someone whose love was unconditional. For me, that person was my grandmother.
This song is a tribute, but it’s also a reminder: don’t wait until it’s too late to appreciate the people who truly love you. Don’t take for granted the quiet support, the sacrifices, the patience, or the wisdom that sometimes goes unnoticed.
Even if she can’t hear it anymore, creating this song feels like I’m sending her a message — a way to say what I couldn’t in words: I finally understand. I was wrong. Thank you.
🌌 A Message to Listeners
“I Was Wrong” isn’t just my story — it’s universal.
Whether it’s a grandparent, a parent, a sibling, or a friend, we’ve all experienced love that went unnoticed, patience that went unappreciated, and guidance that we didn’t fully understand.
If this song resonates with you, take a moment today to reach out to someone you love. Tell them you appreciate them. Don’t wait until it’s too late.
Music has the power to connect people across time and space. Through this song, I hope her spirit lives on, not just in my memory, but in the hearts of everyone who listens.
🎶 Release Details
🎵 Song Title: I Was Wrong
🎙️ Artist: Joss Collen
🎧 Genre: Emotional Pop / Rock
🕰️ Release Date: Coming soon
📀 Streaming On: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Music | SoundCloud
Follow me on all platforms and be among the first to experience this track. This one is very close to my heart — a story of love, regret, and realization that I hope reaches everyone who has loved and lost.
✍️ Final Thoughts
Grief, regret, and nostalgia are powerful emotions — but so is love.
“I Was Wrong” is a tribute to someone who never stopped believing in me, even when I didn’t deserve it.
If you’ve ever lost someone who truly mattered, you’ll understand the depth of this song. If you still have someone like that in your life, hold them close, tell them you care, and never take their love for granted.
Because sometimes, you only realize the truth when it’s too late — and sometimes, music is the only way to say the words that your heart can’t.
💬 Comment Down Below
Do you have someone in your life who has always stood by you, no matter what? Someone who believed in you when no one else did?
Comment down below and let me know. Share your stories, your memories, or even just a thank-you message — let’s celebrate the people who matter the most before it’s too late.
Lemme know your thoughts if you are excited about this song or not?
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