Donovan Greer replaced Matt Bedford who replaced Leer and Chris as bass player and back up vocals
The band continues to play and tour to this day.
Better Days
Ann Beretta Lyrics
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We all change you know that I try to stay the same.
You play a new face, a new game,
'Til we've all seen better days.
So look around, fallen off again,
Look us in the eyes but you'll never understand.
There's two side to every story they say,
And it's killing me!
We're untouchable, teen idols,
Working class heroes lost along the way.
And it's a sign of the times,
Of the times
They're killing me!
Frustration, salvation,
Too much destruction coming over me.
And it's a sign of the times,
And the times
They're killing me!
Red handed, but you don't wash away,
We all change you know that I try to stay the same.
You play a new face, a new game,
'Til we've all seen better days.
So look around, fallen off again,
Look us in the eyes but you'll never understand.
There's two side to every story they say,
And a little bit of heart ache won't fade
And it's killing me!
We're untouchable, teen idols,
Working class heroes lost along the way.
And it's a sign of the times,
Of the times
They're killing me!
Frustration, salvation,
Too much destruction coming over me.
And it's a sign of the times,
And the times
They're killing me!
It's killing me!
We're untouchable, teen idols,
Working class heroes lost along the way.
And it's a sign of the times,
Of the times
They're killing me!
Frustration, salvation,
Too much destruction coming over me.
And it's a sign of the times,
And the times
They're killing me!
The opening lines of Ann Beretta's song Better Days convey a sense of feeling trapped and overwhelmed. The singer has been "blind-sided" and is being forced to confront major changes. Despite wanting to remain unchanged, the singer is aware that they cannot resist the inevitable transformations. The chorus juxtaposes two contrasting images: the untouchable teen idol and the working-class hero. Both represent extremes that many aspire to but remain unattainable. The repeated line "They're killing me!" implies a sense of desperation and frustration that comes with not being able to achieve one's dreams. This sentiment is reinforced by the lines "Frustration, salvation, too much destruction coming over me." Both the urgent tempo and melody of the song reinforce the singer's feelings.
The lyrics of Better Days speak to a broader sense of disillusionment with societal and personal ideals. People are always searching for something better, something that is often just out of reach. The song's repeated "And it's a sign of the times" suggests that this sense of disillusionment is not unique to any one era. It is a human experience that has been present throughout history. The chorus gives the listener a sense that no matter how hard one tries, true happiness always seems to be beyond reach.
Line by Line Meaning
Blind sided but you won't walk away,
Despite being caught off guard, you won't leave the situation.
We all change you know that I try to stay the same.
Although everyone changes, I strive to remain consistent.
You play a new face, a new game,
You put on a facade and act differently to suit the situation.
'Til we've all seen better days.
Until we experience more positive times.
So look around, fallen off again,
Take a moment to survey your surroundings, as you've slipped up once more.
Look us in the eyes but you'll never understand.
Even if you make eye contact, you won't grasp the situation.
There's two side to every story they say,
It's commonly said that there are two different perspectives on every situation.
And a little bit of heart ache won't change
Some hardships won't affect the overall outcome.
And it's killing me!
This is causing me distress and frustration!
We're untouchable, teen idols,
We're perceived as unbreakable and iconic teenagers!
Working class heroes lost along the way.
As working-class heroes, we've lost our direction in life.
And it's a sign of the times,
It's an indication of the current state of the world.
Of the times
The present era
They're killing me!
This situation is causing me extensive damage and pain!
Frustration, salvation,
A mixture of exasperation and redemption!
Too much destruction coming over me.
The amount of destruction and negativity I'm facing is overwhelming and debilitating.
Red handed, but you don't wash away,
You've been caught in the act, but you can't easily erase the consequences.
And it's killing me!
This is causing me distress and frustration!
Lyrics © DistroKid, CTM Outlander Music LC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BAKER, JONES, SOROSKI, TOUCHETTE
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