Better Days
E.S.S. Lyrics
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Our eyes stuck on each other like glue
Yet I don’t know to feel right now
This weight in my brain is bringing me down
Words I know I don’t mean are getting too loud
Confessing things I know I don’t feel
Running from what’s getting closer
Waiting for my scars to heal
I never left but i never stayed
I know that I have seen better days
I don’t wanna be someone you knew
But I don’t wanna keep crying for you
I might just run away
From the face of today
Cause time isn’t worth the wait
Confessing things I know I don’t feel
Running from what’s getting closer
Waiting for my scars to heal
Chasing love while jogging in place
I never left but i never stayed
I know that I have seen better days
In the song "Better Days" by E.S.S., the lyrics convey a sense of confusion and uncertainty in a romantic relationship. The singer is in a situation where he is face to face with someone new, whom he is attracted to, but he doesn't know how to feel. His mind is burdened with the weight of emotions that are conflicting and confusing. He is confessing things he knows he doesn't feel, and he is running away from what's getting closer, possibly the fear of getting hurt again.
The singer is also chasing love while jogging in place, indicating that he is not making any progress in his pursuit of love. He is not moving forward nor backward; he is stuck in the present, struggling to let go of past hurts and failures. The chorus of the song expresses the desire to move on from the pain caused by the relationship but also the reluctance to let go of the past. The lyrics, "I don’t wanna be someone you knew, But I don’t wanna keep crying for you," show the internal conflict and juxtaposition of feelings.
Overall, the song "Better Days" by E.S.S. explores the complexities of romantic relationships and the emotional struggles that come with them. The lyrics highlight the tension between holding on and letting go and the hope for better days in the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Walking face to face with someone new
Encountering an unfamiliar person directly
Our eyes stuck on each other like glue
Staring fixedly into each other's eyes
Yet I don’t know to feel right now
But I am uncertain about my emotions at present
This weight in my brain is bringing me down
This burden in my mind is depressing me
Words I know I don’t mean are getting too loud
Words I insincerely utter are becoming too prominent
Confessing things I know I don’t feel
Admitting emotions I do not genuinely possess
Running from what’s getting closer
Avoiding something that is approaching
Waiting for my scars to heal
Anticipating the healing of my emotional wounds
Chasing love while jogging in place
Pursuing affection but making no progress
I never left but i never stayed
I did not depart but I did not remain either
I know that I have seen better days
I recall a time when my life was better
I don’t wanna be someone you knew
I do not wish to cling to past identities
But I don’t wanna keep crying for you
But I do not want to continue weeping over you
I might just run away
I may simply flee
From the face of today
From the visage of my present circumstances
Cause time isn’t worth the wait
Because time is not valuable enough to warrant waiting
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Elijah Springs
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
lee
he has that chill but also nostalgic vibe that definitely deserves more recognition
IHateMyRevVibes
How are you not famous? Your music is amazing
E.S.S.
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El
You, your music, and your name deserve to be acknowledged and known. You’re making amazing music, thank you !
E.S.S.
_alia.h 🥺 thank you so much 🙏
シivan
Your song popped up on my insta ads and usually i hate them but i was like “won’t hurt to listen” and i’m actually in love with this song dude. You created a wonderful piece and i hope u can get farther in your music career.
Flamincheetohh 666
Omg this is so good how is it not blowing up yet. You’re for sure gonna blow up I feel it
Ella Barnett
This is awesome!!! Can’t wait to listen again!!! Me and my friend vibe to this!!
cXc
Hey bro, I really loved this track and felt the lyrics. I have picked this as the "Single" winner for this weeks Wavvy Music Accolades! No action needed on your part, though I will need to know where you recorded this (we are a Music Map).
Congratulations, and I will share the post with you tomorrow when it goes online!! Keep jamming brother
cXc
E.S.S. You're welcome! One more question, do you have like a twitter / instagram / facebook for your music? I try to link to those three platforms when we post so people can find you / follow you. 💪