Better Than That
Cash Savage and the Last Drinks Lyrics
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I'm done trying to word this so you don't feel bad
What I'm telling you is bigger than that
But your questions hurt
Secretly I'd hoped you were better than that
Every day comes another intrusion
But I know what I'm doing
Well we're all trying to live here, aren't you?
But your questions hurt
Secretly I'd hoped you were better than that
I'm not thinking of myself
I'm not thinking of myself when I
Field your questions, if you're really gonna ask them
There's a lot of people out there thinking
I'm up for discussion
I'm not thinking of myself when I tell you I'm glad to do it
But your questions hurt
Secretly I'd hoped you were better than that
The song "Better Than That" by Cash Savage and the Last Drinks discusses the difficulties of dealing with people who continuously question or intrude into our lives. The opening line "Is there another way 'round?" suggests that the singer has attempted to find a way to communicate that won't hurt the recipient, but they have ultimately decided to be honest despite the pain it may cause. The singer expresses that their message is bigger than just preventing hurt feelings, implying that it is something important and necessary to say. Nevertheless, the recipient's constant questioning hurts, even though the singer had hoped that they were better than that.
Throughout the song, the singer communicates the frustration and exhaustion that comes with having to constantly defend themselves against others' inquiries. They acknowledge that others may be trying to live their own lives too, but it still doesn't excuse the discomfort that these questions cause. The singer even explains that answering these questions isn't just for their own benefit, but for the benefit of others who are "thinking I'm up for discussion." Overall, "Better Than That" highlights the challenge of trying to communicate important messages while also respecting boundaries and acknowledging the pain that honesty can sometimes cause.
Line by Line Meaning
Is there another way 'round?
Is it possible to approach this situation in a different way?
I'm done trying to word this so you don't feel bad
I am finished attempting to avoid hurting your feelings with my words.
What I'm telling you is bigger than that
The information that I am conveying to you is significant and should be taken seriously.
But your questions hurt
Your inquiries are emotionally painful for me.
Secretly I'd hoped you were better than that
I had previously held a belief that you would show more empathy and consideration.
Every day comes another intrusion
Each day brings another unwelcome interruption.
You can second guess me all you like
You are welcome to question my abilities and decisions as much as you desire.
But I know what I'm doing
I am confident in my own knowledge and expertise.
Well we're all trying to live here, aren't you?
We are all attempting to navigate life and its many complexities, and I assume you are no exception.
I'm not thinking of myself
My personal welfare is not at the forefront of my mind.
Field your questions, if you're really gonna ask them
Please ask any inquiries that you genuinely wish to have answered.
There's a lot of people out there thinking I'm up for discussion
Many people seem to believe that I am open to being debated or scrutinized.
I'm not thinking of myself when I tell you I'm glad to do it
It brings me joy to be able to help you, and I am not acting out of self-interest.
But your questions hurt
Although I am willing to answer, your inquiries still cause me pain.
Secretly I'd hoped you were better than that
I still had faith that you would show more kindness and compassion in your questioning.
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Written by: Cash Savage
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