Gonna Get Better
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J Rice grew up listening to artists like Take 6, Boyz II Men, Brian Mcknigh… Read Full Bio ↴J Rice grew up listening to artists like Take 6, Boyz II Men, Brian Mcknight, Wynton Marsalis, Kenny G and many other R&B/Jazz greats. He lived in a simple house where his parents taught him to work for everything he wanted. At about age 11 he was running a paper route to pay for his first trumpet. It was obvious early on that J was blessed with a gift as he would move up through the ranks of his jr. high. Later in high school he started taking his singing seriously and built his own studio in his bedroom. Equipment was expensive so he had to improvise with dental floss stapled to the ceiling holding up the mic and a cool whip lid with a hole in it and nylons stretched across for the spit guard. He released two independent albums The Intro and So Close but felt he needed to be closer to where everything happens so he packed everything he could, and drove across the country to New York City from his home in Tacoma, Washington. When he arrived in NY, he immediately started meeting with any writers/producers he could, but none seemed to be the right fit.

J recently teamed up with hit producers Phantom Boyz (Alexandra Burke “Bad Boys” Christina Aguilara “The Beautiful People”) and has since released his 3rd independent original album “Phantom Boyz Presents: J Rice”. He has grown on YouTube to over 165,000 subscribers and over 26,000,000 views. J is now working on producing and writing his own material for his 4th album along with writing and producing for other artists.His new album will be released in early 2013 by Omega Music Group/JCM Music Group INgrooves/Fontana.

Gonna Get Better
J Rice Lyrics


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I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

I won't leave you for a money man
No matter what we go through
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

I don't know why you always think that I
Always think I'm unsatisfied
That I'm tempted by kings with the finest of things
But you know that ain't got no truth
I don't know why you always think that I'm
Unhappy with our paradise
That I'm wanting the trees that are growing the green
But you know all that I want is you

I thought you know me better babe
Than to think that I would do you that way
I don't need a house in the hills and I
I don't need a man like Midas
I thought you knew me better, babe
Than to think that I would do you that way
I don't need a house and a Benz, I just
I just want your love

I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

I won't leave you for a money man
No matter what we go through
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

I don't know why you always think that I
Always think I'm unsatisfied
That I'm tempted by kings with the finest of things
But you know that ain't got no truth
I don't know why you always think that I'm
Unhappy with our paradise
That I'm wanting the trees that are growing the green
But you know all that I want is you

I thought you know me better babe
Than to think that I would do you that way
I don't need a house in the hills and I
I don't want man like Midas
I thought you knew me better, babe
Than to think that I would do you that way
I don't need a house and a Benz, I just

I just want your love
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

I won't leave you for a money man
No matter what we go through
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

Yeah yeah yeah hey
Yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah no no
Yeah yeah yeah woah

I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

I won't leave you for a money man
No matter what we go through
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better
I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

I won't leave you for a money man
No matter what we go through




I'm not gonna leave you now
Oh, I know it's gon' get better

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of J Rice's song "Gonna Get Better" convey a strong message of commitment and loyalty in a romantic relationship. The singer reassures his partner that he will not leave her, despite any challenges they may face, because he believes that things will get better. He emphasizes that he is not interested in material possessions or the attention of other men, but only wants the love and companionship of his partner.


The lyrics reveal a level of insecurities in the relationship, as the singer questions why his partner believes that he desires more than what they have together. He expresses a desire for his partner to understand him better and not to doubt his commitment. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the theme of steadfastness and hope for a brighter future.


Overall, the song's lyrics promote the value of loyalty, trust, and communication in a loving relationship. It encourages couples to stick together during hard times and believe in the potential for improvement.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm not gonna leave you now
I will stay by your side and support you no matter what happens


Oh, I know it's gon' get better
I have faith that things will improve and our relationship will become stronger


I won't leave you for a money man
I will not be tempted by material possessions and will remain committed to you


No matter what we go through
Regardless of any challenges or obstacles we may face, I will not give up on us


I don't know why you always think that I
I am confused about why you constantly assume that


Always think I'm unsatisfied
You believe that I am never content and always seeking something more


That I'm tempted by kings with the finest of things
You think that I am attracted to wealthy and powerful men who can offer me luxurious possessions


But you know that ain't got no truth
However, you should know that those beliefs are unfounded and untrue


Unhappy with our paradise
You assume that I am unhappy with our current situation and seeking something more perfect


That I'm wanting the trees that are growing the green
You believe that I crave material possessions and am never satisfied with what we have


But you know all that I want is you
But the truth is, all I want is to be with you and share our lives together


I thought you know me better babe
I believed that you understood me and knew me well enough to not have these doubts


Than to think that I would do you that way
I never thought you would believe that I would betray your trust or leave you for someone else


I don't need a house in the hills and I
I do not need a luxurious home in an upscale neighborhood to be happy


I don't need a man like Midas
I do not need a rich and powerful man who can offer me financial security


I just want your love
What I truly desire is your love and affection, nothing more




Writer(s): Battle Roy, Rowe Autumn, Rabin Rachel Sarah

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