Something Better
Flyleaf feat. Sonny Sandoval Lyrics
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Oh, whoa, don't you know
Every time you take my hand, I become someone better
Oh, whoa, don't I know
Come spend the night inside our soul
It's so beautiful, at all
The howling wolves between my ears
My darkness fades away
If you speak, I hear you call
Not just the words you say
And now I'm feeling oh so happy
Aren't we all trying to become something better?
Oh, whoa, don't you know
Every time you take my hand, I become someone better
Oh, whoa, don't I know
Come spend the day, watch the sunshine play
Off the light that's in your eyes
A lonely bird chirps a cheerful word
As he floats across the sky
My darkness fades away
If you speak, I hear you call
Not just the words you say
And now I'm feeling oh so happy
Aren't we all trying to become something better?
Oh, whoa, don't you know
Every time you take my hand, I become someone better
Oh, whoa, don't I know
She said, "Don't forget the person you are"
Seem to remember chasing falling stars
Up until you found me lying on the ground and whispered
Aren't we all trying to become something better?
Oh, whoa, don't you know
Every time you take my hand, I become someone better
Oh, whoa, don't I know.
x2
The song "Something Better" by Flyleaf feat. Sonny Sandoval is about the desire and pursuit of becoming a better version of oneself. The lyrics suggest that the person singing has found someone who has a positive impact on their life and makes them feel happier. The individual acknowledges that everyone is trying to improve themselves, and being with this person makes the process easier. The song encourages the listener to recognize the power of positivity and the positive influence of the right people in one's life.
The chorus repeats the phrase: "Aren't we all trying to become something better? Every time you take my hand, I become someone better." This statement is a reflection of the idea that surrounding oneself with the right people can influence one's growth in positive ways. The line "My darkness fades away, if you speak I hear your call, not just the words you say" speaks to the idea that one's environment can change drastically with the influence of positive people. By listening to what someone has to say and acknowledging their positive presence in one's life, one can start down the path of becoming the best version of themselves.
Overall, "Something Better" is a hopeful and uplifting song, encouraging the listener to recognize the value of one's surroundings and the positive influence of the people in one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Aren't we all trying to become something better?
Questions the universal desire to self-improve.
Oh, whoa, don't you know
Expressing surprise at the listener's unawareness.
Every time you take my hand, I become someone better
Acknowledging the listener's positive impact on the singer's life.
Come spend the night inside our soul
Invites the listener to connect with the deeper, emotional part of the artist.
It's so beautiful, at all
Expresses the artist's admiration for the listener's inner beauty.
The howling wolves between my ears
Metaphor for the singer's inner demons or negative thoughts.
Go silent when they hear you call
The listener's presence has a calming effect on the singer's inner turmoil.
My darkness fades away
The listener has a positive influence on the artist's mental health.
If you speak, I hear you call
The artist is attentive and responsive to the listener's words.
Not just the words you say
The artist pays attention to the listener's emotions and unspoken messages as well.
And now I'm feeling oh so happy
The listener's influence has brought joy to the singer's life.
Come spend the day, watch the sunshine play
Invites the listener to enjoy the simple pleasures of life together.
Off the light that's in your eyes
The listener's positive energy radiates from their eyes.
A lonely bird chirps a cheerful word
Nature's positivity is juxtaposed with a lonely image to emphasize the listener's role in bringing happiness to the singer's life.
As he floats across the sky
Metaphor for the listener's influence lifting the singer's spirits.
She said, "Don't forget the person you are"
The artist recalls advice from someone close to them.
Seem to remember chasing falling stars
The artist recalls a past pursuit of their dreams or desires.
Up until you found me lying on the ground and whispered
The listener's arrival has changed the singer's outlook and provided hope.
Oh, whoa, don't you know
Reiterating the listener's power to improve the singer's life.
x2
Repeats the chorus for emphasis.
Contributed by Hannah O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gabriela Farias
Amo essa musica! Nós aqui do Brasil, adoramos vocês! :D
Nathalia Valeriano
Simmmm
Ameyal Biker
@Atalho Surpresa sem dúvida
Atalho Surpresa
com certeza
Kayla
I really like the song. It is very positive, and I love all kinds of music, but it seems a little too pop for Flyleaf. I hope the other songs are going to be more heavy and more rock driven.
k23 Romero
She has a amazing voice, and sonny does so good in this song
Stee Gama
Ameeei muitoo essa musica !! Flyleaf <3
David Livingston
Love the guitar 🎸 rock on flyleaf♠️♠️♠️
Olivia Biller
There are times in this song when she sounds so much like Lacy!
But seriously Kristen is gonna be an amazing addition to the already amazing Flyleaf! Love it already and can't wait for more :D
Izack Martins
Muito bom!!!