Better Than
Butler John Trio Lyrics
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What you can't have
And if you just look around man
You see you got magic
So just sit back relax
Enjoy it while you still have it
Don't look back on life man and only see tragic
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better
All the time while you're looking away
There are things you can do man
There's things you can say
To the the ones you're with
With whom you're spending the today
Get your gaze off tomorrow
And let come what it may
Because you could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better
All I know is sometimes things can be hard
But you should know by now
They come and they go
So why, oh why
Do I look to the other side
'Cause I know the grass is greener but
Just as hard to mow
Life's not about what's better than
'Cause all you want is
What you can't have
And if you just look around man
You see you got magic
So just sit back relax
Enjoy it while you still have it
Don't look back on life man and only see tragic
Because
You could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
The song Better Than by Butler John Trio talks about the human tendency to always want what they can't have and the importance of appreciating what one has instead of dwelling on what they lack. The lyrics advise listeners to cherish the present and enjoy what they have before it's too late. The song also talks about the futility of always looking for something better and how it can lead to a lack of contentment and happiness.
The lyrics, "All you want is what you can't have" and "Why do I look to the other side, 'cause I know the grass is greener but just as hard to mow" convey the idea that people are always striving for something that seems out of reach and often fail to appreciate the things they already have. The song advises listeners to focus on the present and enjoy what they have, rather than always searching for something better.
The chorus repeatedly emphasizes that life is not about what's better than and that one can be better than what they currently are. The lyrics encourage listeners to rise above their circumstances and not let their desires get the better of them. The song ends on an optimistic note, highlighting the potential for individuals to be better than their current situation and urging them to make the most of the present.
Line by Line Meaning
All you want is
You desire what you do not or cannot possess.
What you can't have
You aspire towards things that are out of reach or forbidden.
And if you just look around man
If you take the time to observe your surroundings,
You see you got magic
You will realize that you have something truly special.
So just sit back relax
Take a moment to unwind and let go of your worries.
Enjoy it while you still have it
Appreciate what you have now before it is too late.
Don't look back on life man and only see tragic
Do not dwell on the negative events of your past because it will only bring you sorrow.
Because you could be better than that
You have the potential to be greater than your current self.
Don't let it get the better of you
Do not let the situation or your emotions control you.
What could be better than now
Nothing can surpass the present moment.
Life's not about what's better than
Life cannot be measured in terms of what is superior or inferior.
You can be better than that
You have the power to rise above your circumstances.
All the time while you're looking away
While you are distracted or preoccupied,
There are things you can do man
There are actions that you are capable of taking.
There's things you can say
You can still communicate with others despite your distractions.
To the the ones you're with
To the people who are currently present in your life.
With whom you're spending the today
Those individuals who you are sharing your time with in the present day.
Get your gaze off tomorrow
Stop worrying about what may happen in the future.
And let come what it may
Accept whatever the future may bring.
All I know is sometimes things can be hard
I acknowledge that life can be difficult at times.
But you should know by now
You have already learned this lesson in the past.
They come and they go
Problems and challenges appear and disappear in life.
So why, oh why
Why then, do I still
Do I look to the other side
Why do I continue to compare myself and my life to others?
'Cause I know the grass is greener but
I am aware that other people's lives or circumstances may appear to be better than my own.
Just as hard to mow
They too have their own challenges and difficulties to face.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: JOHN CHARLES WILTSHIRE BUTLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@SucuboSadica
All you want is
What you can't have
And if you just look around man
You see you got magic
So just sit back relax
Enjoy it while you still have it
Don't look back on life man and only see tragic
Because you could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better
All the time while you're looking away
There are things you can do man
There's things you can say
To the the ones you're with
With whom you're spending the day
Get your gaze off tomorrow
And come what it may
Because you could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better
All I know is sometimes things can be hard
But you should know by now
They come and they go
So why, oh why
Do I look to the other side
'Cause I know the grass is greener but
Just as hard to mow
Life's not about what's better than
All you want is
What you can't have
And if you just look around man
You see you got magic
So just sit back relax
Enjoy it while you still have it
Don't look back on life man and only see tragic
Because
You could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
@franqusco
Lyrics:
All you want is
What you can't have
And if you just look around man
You see you got magic
So just sit back relax
Enjoy it while you still have it
Don't look back on life man and only see tragic
Because you could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better
All the time while you're looking away
There are things you can do man
There's things you can say
To the the ones you're with
With whom you're spending the today
Get your gaze off tomorrow
And let come what it may
Because you could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better
All I know is sometimes things can be hard
But you should know by now
They come and they go
So why, oh why
Do I look to the other side
'Cause I know the grass is greener but
Just as hard to mow
Life's not about what's better than
'Cause all you want is
What you can't have
And if you just look around man
You see you got magic
So just sit back relax
Enjoy it while you still have it
Don't look back on life man and only see tragic
Because
You could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You could be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than
You can be better than that
Don't let it get the better of you
What could be better than now
Life's not about what's better than.
@ricksmith3571
His music is so moving. Depression killer 4 sure!
@onepunchmantolkienfan5383
This song is so good, criminally under views imo!
@tamyrapohle3888
The song reminds me that it could always be worse. Whenever I hear it uplifts me
@MeAndMyJays
This song is on the playlist we have at work and most of the songs get old and repetitive quick, but for some reason this song never does.
@michaelthorne4847
How does this only have 3.5k views..... Such an amazing song
@nayroK.O
Découverte de St Nolff 2023 ❤
@matthannah4621
This song takes me back to simpler times... living in Dallas in 2011, running the katy trail every morning. This was a go to on the playlist.
@hannahudson7570
I was in Dallas in 2011 as well. I moved to Austin that year too. I feel like my life might be different if I found this band/him sooner than this morning, haha. BUT I found them, so I can't complain! Cheers & all the best to you where you are now.
@tvgubber
I had forgotten about this song for 10 years!! Glad it came back to me 🥰
@klkvm
Dude I love this song its so true. Life is more than materialistic things its about the friendships and love that you share between your family and friends.