I Feel Better
Gotye Lyrics


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There was a time I was down, down
I didn't know what to do
I was just stumbling around, around
Thinking things could not improve
I couldn't look on the bright side
Of anything at all
That's when you gave me a call
Now I feel better, better, better than before
I feel better, better, better, now I'm not down any more

And there were times I was sure, so sure
I couldn't turn it around
I couldn't care any more
About the good things I found
That's when you gave me a reason
To make me smile again
I only have to see you and then

I feel better, better, better than before
I feel better, better, better, now I'm not down any more
I feel better, better, better than before
I feel better, better, better, now I'm not down any more

Life sometimes seems to get the best of you
Like everything just brings you down
Just when you think there's nothing you can do
A friendly face will bring you around
And you'll feel better

You'll feel better, you'll feel better,
Better than before




You'll feel better, much better
No you won't get down any more

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Gotye's "I Feel Better" describe someone who was once down and struggling to find meaning or improvement in their life, until they received a call from someone who helped them see the brighter side of things again. The first verse talks about how the singer was "stumbling around" and unable to see any good in the world, until that person provided some kind of support or encouragement that helped turn their mood around. The chorus then emphasizes this feeling of improvement and renewal, repeating the line "I feel better" multiple times and celebrating the fact that the singer is no longer down and out.


The second verse starts off with the singer reflecting on how they used to feel "sure" that things couldn't get better - a sense of hopelessness that can be all too relatable during tough times. But once again, this person who reached out to them gave them a reason to smile and be positive again. The bridge then offers some broader reflections on life's ups and downs, suggesting that even when things seem impossible, a "friendly face" can turn everything around and make everything seem more manageable. The song ends with a final repetition of the chorus, driving home the hopeful message that everyone can feel better and overcome their struggles.


In a way, "I Feel Better" is a song about the power of human connection and support. By emphasizing the role that others can play in lifting us up during our toughest times, the lyrics offer a hopeful message of resilience and remind us that we are not alone in our struggles. The upbeat instrumentation and catchy melody also help to create a sense of joy and celebration, making the song both fun to listen to and emotionally resonant.


Line by Line Meaning

There was a time I was down, down
I was going through a tough time emotionally and I felt hopeless and lost.


I didn't know what to do
I was so overwhelmed that I couldn't see any way out of my situation.


I was just stumbling around, around
I felt like I was wandering aimlessly without any purpose or direction.


Thinking things could not improve
I had reached a point where I didn't believe that my situation could get any better.


I couldn't look on the bright side
I was unable to see any positives in my life or my situation.


Of anything at all
I couldn't find anything to be optimistic about.


That's when you gave me a call
Someone reached out to me and offered me support and encouragement.


Now I feel better, better, better than before
Thanks to the intervention of a caring person, I feel much happier and more positive.


And there were times I was sure, so sure
There were moments when I was convinced that things would never improve and that I was doomed to unhappiness.


I couldn't turn it around
I felt powerless to change my circumstances.


I couldn't care any more
I had become apathetic and resigned to my situation.


About the good things I found
I had lost sight of any positives in my life.


That's when you gave me a reason
Someone helped me to find a sense of purpose and hope again.


To make me smile again
I rediscovered the ability to experience joy and contentment.


I only have to see you and then
My happiness is tied to the presence of this supportive person in my life.


Life sometimes seems to get the best of you
Sometimes it feels like life is more than you can handle and there is no way out.


Like everything just brings you down
Every challenge seems insurmountable and every setback feels like a failure.


Just when you think there's nothing you can do
When it seems like you are out of options and there is no hope in sight.


A friendly face will bring you around
A supportive person can help you to see your situation in a different light and gain perspective.


And you'll feel better
With the help of someone who cares, you can regain a sense of hope and positivity about your future.


You'll feel better, you'll feel better,
Your mood and outlook will improve with time and support.


Better than before
You may even feel better than you did before experiencing any difficulties.


You'll feel better, much better
Your emotional well-being can be greatly improved with the help of a supportive person.


No you won't get down any more
With a renewed sense of hope and positivity, you will be less likely to experience bouts of depression or hopelessness.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ARY BARROSO, WALTER ANDRE DE BACKER, Walter Andre De Backer, Sidney Keith Russell

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Rajat_1010

There was a time I was down, down
I didn't know what to do
I was just stumbling around, around
Thinking things could not improve
I couldn't look on the bright side
Of anything at all
That's when you gave me a call

Now I feel better, better, better than before
I feel better, better, better, now I'm not down any more

And there were times I was sure, so sure
I couldn't turn it around
I couldn't care any more
About the good things I found
That's when you gave me a reason
To make me smile again
I only have to see you and then

I feel better, better, better than before
I feel better, better, better, now I'm not down any more
I feel better, better, better than before
I feel better, better, better, now I'm not down any more

Life sometimes seems to get the best of you
Like everything just brings you down
Just when you think there's nothing you can do
A friendly face will bring you around
And you'll feel better

You'll feel better, you'll feel better,
Better than before
You'll feel better, much better
No you won't get down any more



All comments from YouTube:

@BillyxRansom

I literally thought this was from the early 60s for the first four months I worked at my job and I kept hearing this song.

Unreal.

@pepito15561

same here, it sounds timeless

@devster117

Hahaha i work at Rona and i legit was like this is some 60s song that I'm really liking. he blew me away with "in your light" too cause that sounds totally 80s

@bilingualtongue

It's because of the tambourine and it also has that "loud" quality that the 50s and 60s songs have. Seriously though, if you play a 50s/60s song on the same volume as any other era, they are obnoxiously loud.

@LummusMaximus

it's because of the way that songs from that era are recorded. They're recorded onto tape at a volume that distorts the sound. Unlike digital distortion, which sounds harsh and nasty, tape distortion sounds quite good - you can hear that kind of distortion all over this song.

@opticgritz

I've never said this before but...this is literally me. I've worked at a hotel for the past 3 months. When I tried to look this song up and saw Gotye as one of the search options I kept looking because no way was Gotye making music back in the 60's.

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@chuckbatman5

It's amazing how much variety Gotye's songs have. Just listen to this compared to Heart's A Mess, Eyes Wide Open, Thanks For Your Time, and his most famous song, Somebody That I Used To Know. Truly one of the most underrated and best musicians out there

@yunggudn8676

+Coolman Hahn yeah, cause he copies everyone

@B0SSNINE

+gustavo guimaraes You mean Meghan Trainor?

@zetsubougigi9098

i agree, he has so much variety, definetly one of my favorite solo artists.

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