Caleb is a name of at least four acts:

[1] A defunct psychedelic ro… Read Full Bio ↴Caleb is a name of at least four acts:

[1] A defunct psychedelic rock band from the 1960s, featuring Caleb Quaye (of Bluesology and later of Elton John's backing band).

[2] A UK band, formed in 2002, which has changed its name to Whom By Fire. The line-up consists of Elyza Nicholas and Dan Halamandres.

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[3] Was a bizarre furry, ant-eating troglodyte (actually a man in a suit), that starred in the early 1970s HTV Welsh language children's programme 'Miri Mawr'. His truly weird appearance made him a cult figure amongst Wales' hippy community and led to performances at music festivals and a few spin-off records.

[4] A four-piece independent rock band out of Franklin, TN, founded by songwriter / front-man Caleb Chapman and drummer Will Chapman (sons of Steven Curtis Chapman). They combine alternative, rock, and pop with pondering lyrics that ask and answer big questions in life with inspiring melodies that easily get caught in your head. Ultimately the heart of the band beats to create music that’s accessible to everyone while maintaining artistic integrity and honesty.

Better Off
Caleb Lyrics

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I don't know why she picked up
She could have let it ring
She could have hung it up
And left me hanging
Never gave me the time of day and
Now I'm just talking to a girl I used to know
Catching up like it ain't been a year or so
Since I wound up and left her

Sounds like she's doing better
I guess I should let her know that
I'm sorry baby for breaking your heart
I ain't asking much
It's just a shot in the dark
And if you'll listen
I promise I can fix this
Oh yeah did I mention
That I know it's all my fault
And don't tell me that it's too little too late
Don't tell me you already turned that page
I've been going through it
And the truth is
I couldn't do this on my own
Some things are but baby I'm not
Better off left alone
I bet your friends said let me go
If I didn't know what I had then hell I won't
But that ain't true
There ain't a day goes by that I ain't thinking about you
And what I had to lose
So I'm sorry baby for breaking your heart
I ain't asking much it's just a shot in the dark
And If you'll listen
I promise I can fix this
Oh yeah did I mention
That I know it's all my fault
And don't tell me that it's too little To late
Don't tell me you already turned That page
I've been going through it
And the truth is
I couldn't do this on my own
Some things are but baby I'm not Better off left alone
At 2am and I shouldn't have called
But I'm losing my mind and I just Needed to talk
Cause baby I can't let you go
So I thought you should know
That I'm sorry baby for breaking Your heart
I ain't asking much it's just a shot in The dark
And If you'll listen
I promise I can fix this
Oh ya did I mention
That I know it's all my fault
And don't tell me that it's too little too late
Don't tell me you already turned that page
I've been going through it
And the truth is
I couldn't do this on my own
Some things are but baby I'm not
Yeah some things are but baby I'm not
Better off left alone

Better off left alone
Better off left alone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Caleb's song "Better Off" tell the story of a man who deeply regrets breaking someone's heart and is desperately trying to make amends. The song begins with him realizing that he could have easily avoided the situation by not answering the phone call from the person he hurt. However, he acknowledges that she gave him a chance to talk, and they engage in a conversation as if no time had passed since their separation. This suggests that he still holds feelings for her and misses their connection.

The singer admits that he left her, and it seems like she has moved on and is doing better without him. He realizes that he should apologize and take responsibility for his actions. He acknowledges that he broke her heart and asks for forgiveness, recognizing that he doesn't expect much, just an opportunity to explain himself. He believes he can fix what went wrong if she only listens.

He expresses his understanding that everything that occurred was his fault, which indicates a willingness to take accountability for his mistakes. The plea not to tell him that it's too late indicates that he still hopes for a chance to reconcile, despite the time that has passed. He has been going through a tough time on his own, and he recognizes that he can't go through it alone anymore. This shows his vulnerability and dependency on her.

In the final verse, it becomes evident that the singer couldn't resist calling her at 2 am, unable to let her go. He admits that he knows it was wrong to disturb her at that hour, but he is losing his mind and needs to talk to her. He wants her to know that he can't forget about her and that he sincerely apologizes for breaking her heart. He reiterates his desire for her to give him a chance to fix their relationship. The repetition of the line "better off left alone" reflects his realization that he made a mistake by leaving her and that they are meant to be together.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't know why she picked up
I am unsure why she answered the call

She could have let it ring
She had the choice to ignore the call

She could have hung it up
She had the option to end the conversation

And left me hanging
And abandoned me in a vulnerable state

Never gave me the time of day and
Never showed me any attention and

Now I'm just talking to a girl I used to know
Now I am conversing with a girl from my past

Catching up like it ain't been a year or so
Reconnecting as if no significant time has passed

Since I wound up and left her
Since I unintentionally hurt her and walked away

Sounds like she's doing better
It seems like she is in a better state now

I guess I should let her know that
I suppose I should inform her that

I'm sorry baby for breaking your heart
I apologize, my love, for causing you emotional pain

I ain't asking much
I am not demanding too much

It's just a shot in the dark
It's merely a hopeful attempt

And if you'll listen
And if you will lend me your ear

I promise I can fix this
I assure you that I can mend our relationship

Oh yeah did I mention
Oh yeah, did I forget to inform you

That I know it's all my fault
That I am aware that I am to blame

And don't tell me that it's too little too late
And please do not claim that my efforts are insufficient and belated

Don't tell me you already turned that page
Do not inform me that you have moved on

I've been going through it
I have been experiencing intense emotions

And the truth is
And the undeniable fact is

I couldn't do this on my own
I could not handle this situation independently

Some things are but baby I'm not
Certain things may be better off without me, but, my love, I am not

I bet your friends said let me go
I assume your friends advised you to release me

If I didn't know what I had then hell I won't
If I did not appreciate what we had, then I will not deny it

But that ain't true
However, that is not the reality

There ain't a day goes by that I ain't thinking about you
There is not a single day when I do not contemplate you

And what I had to lose
And all that I could have lost

At 2am and I shouldn't have called
At 2 am when I should not have reached out

But I'm losing my mind and I just needed to talk
But I am going crazy, and I simply required someone to talk to

Cause baby I can't let you go
Because, my love, I cannot release you from my heart

So I thought you should know
Hence, I believed it was necessary for you to be aware

That I'm sorry baby for breaking your heart
That I sincerely apologize, my love, for shattering your heart

I ain't asking much it's just a shot in the dark
I am not making excessive demands; it is simply a hopeful attempt

And If you'll listen
And if you will give me your attention

I promise I can fix this
I promise I can repair our relationship

Oh ya did I mention
Oh yeah, did I neglect to mention

That I know it's all my fault
That I am fully aware that I am to blame

And don't tell me that it's too little too late
And please refrain from claiming that my efforts are insufficient and tardy

Don't tell me you already turned that page
Do not inform me that you have already moved on

I've been going through it
I have been experiencing intense emotions

And the truth is
And the undeniable fact is

I couldn't do this on my own
I could not handle this situation independently

Some things are but baby I'm not
Certain things may be better off without me, but, my love, I am not

Yeah some things are but baby I'm not
Indeed, some things may flourish without me, my love, but I am an exception

Better off left alone
In a better state if left without me

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CALEB LATHROP, HEATH WARREN, JASPER POCOPANNI

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