By the time they released Simple Stuff in 2004, they had developed an audience that was eager for more of what they had to offer. From here, the path was clear: work their way into popular consciousness one show at a time.
With a name change in 2007 to Keith and Renee, the release of their third album, Revolution, has propelled the pair into a new era of good fortune -- one where their unique combination of playful harmonies and thoughtful lyrics is translating into viable commercial success, critical recognition and an ever-expanding world of open doors.
Keith and Renee have appeared at major festivals including Canadian Music Week, North By Northeast, Musexpo, London Calling, Nemo, and The Western Canadian Music Awards. Their unique charm and natural stage presence earned them spots on Canada AM, Vicki Gabereau and Open Mike with Mike Bullard, as well as opening for heavy-hitting acts including Sean Lennon , Tegan and Sara and Crash Test Dummies . They've been nominated for numerous awards and have played hundreds of shows every year since the beginning of their musical joyride.
Biography from www.easilyamused.ca
Better That Way
Keith and Renee Lyrics
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Sometimes I think I've gone too far
Yeah I'm tripping I guess I
Done forgot who you are
It don't make no sense you
Put the change in me
You let me come back home
You ain't asking for rent
Feeling like I can fly put the S on Kin
I been the bastard, the traitor, the addict
The hypocrite (yeah yeah yeah yeah)
Hater, the coward, the luster, the cheater
The waiter
I repent later and still you hear me
How do, how do you, how do you love that way
Oh why do, why do you
Why do you love that way ay Ay Ay
It's no throwback
You ain't looking at me like
What I done is forever
Or never better than what I could be
You looking at me for me i never got that
But I don't see how you see
I'm tryna be how you be
I'm tryna step on your feet
I wanna fight how you fight
I wanna breathe what you breathe
That's that fresh air
Told me I'm a freshed air
Show me where I stepped there
Devil blind I double dare
Yeah I think you scared
Wait I'm getting way off track
I go off stray the lord bringing me back
You always cuttin' me slack
Deservin' a noose on my neck
And I don't care if they think
It's corny I'm releasing this track
That's my blessing on mixtape just
A list of confession
Mixed with collection of questions
Plus the results of my testsins
And now they know so much for disgression
But you put your heart on the pages
So I guess it's out of the question
How do, how do you, how do you love that way
Oh why do, why do you
Why do you love that way ay
Say how you, how do you
How do you love that way
(yeah that feels right)
Oh why do, why do you
Why do you love that way
Yeah yeah oh no, everybody say
In "Better That Way" by Keith and Renee, the singer talks about his struggles with addiction and how he's lost sight of himself because of it. The singer recognizes the positive impact his partner has had on his life and how she has changed him for the better. He acknowledges his wrongdoings and how he's not deserving of the love and forgiveness that she's shown him. He's amazed by her ability to love him unconditionally despite his faults, and he questions why and how she can love him that way. The singer also expresses his desire to emulate his partner's way of life and become a better person because of her.
The first verse of the song finds the singer admitting that he's strayed too far and that his addiction has made him forget who his partner is. However, he recognizes that she's the one who has made a positive impact on his life and helped him turn his life around. He feels undeserving of her love and affection, but she's let him back into her life without expecting anything in return.
In the second verse, the singer expresses his admiration for his partner's way of life and her ability to see the best in people. He wants to be more like her and follow in her footsteps. He wants to adopt her values and live like she does. He recognizes that he's made numerous mistakes, but he's committed to changing and becoming a better person.
Overall, "Better That Way" is a song about love, redemption, and the desire to change for the better. It's a tribute to the transformative power of love and how it can help people overcome their struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I think I've gone too far
Occasionally, I feel like I have crossed a line of no return
Yeah I'm tripping I guess I
I am realizing that I may have made a mistake
Done forgot who you are
I have lost sight of who you truly are
It don't make no sense you
I cannot understand why you did what you did
Put the change in me
You made me a better person by inspiring change in me
So I ain't serving for cents
I am no longer doing things solely for personal gain
You let me come back home
You welcomed me back into your life
You ain't asking for rent
You are not requiring anything in return for letting me stay
Feeling like I can fly put the S on Kin
I feel empowered and unstoppable
I been the bastard, the traitor, the addict
I have been far from perfect, doing things that have hurt you
The hypocrite (yeah yeah yeah yeah)
I have not always lived up to my own standards
Hater, the coward, the luster, the cheater
I have been guilty of hate, fear, vanity, and deceit
The waiter
I have hesitated and procrastinated
I repent later and still you hear me
Even though I am slow to change, you still listen to me
It's no throwback
This is not an old-fashioned sentiment
You ain't looking at me like
You do not judge me based on my past actions
What I done is forever
You do not think my mistakes define me forever
Or never better than what I could be
You believe in my potential to be better than I am today
You looking at me for me i never got that
I am amazed that you accept me for who I am
But I don't see how you see
I do not understand how you can forgive me
I'm tryna be how you be
I am trying to learn from your example
I'm tryna step on your feet
I am trying to follow in your footsteps
I wanna fight how you fight
I admire your strength and courage
I wanna breathe what you breathe
I want to live life with the same purpose and passion as you
That's that fresh air
Being with you is like a breath of fresh air
Told me I'm a freshed air
You have given me a new perspective on life
Show me where I stepped there
You have helped me see my mistakes
Devil blind I double dare
I am overcoming temptation and evil with your help
Yeah I think you scared
Others may fear you, but I am comforted by your presence
Wait I'm getting way off track
I am losing focus of what matters
I go off stray the lord bringing me back
I am prone to wander, but I find my way back with your assistance
You always cuttin' me slack
You forgive me even when I do not deserve it
Deservin' a noose on my neck
I feel guilty and ashamed for my past actions
And I don't care if they think
I am willing to share my true feelings even if it makes me vulnerable
It's corny I'm releasing this track
Some may find this song cheesy, but I still want to share my message
That's my blessing on mixtape just
This is my way of expressing gratitude and faith
A list of confession
This song is my way of confessing my wrongs
Mixed with collection of questions
I still have doubts and uncertainty
Plus the results of my testsins
I am learning from my mistakes and moving forward
And now they know so much for disgression
I have shared my heart, leaving nothing hidden
But you put your heart on the pages
Just like I have shared my story, you have shared yours too
So I guess it's out of the question
We are both open books, leaving nothing to the imagination
Say how you, how do you
Tell me, how do you do it?
How do you love that way
How do you show love and forgiveness, even when it is difficult?
(yeah that feels right)
This is the right thing to do
Oh why do, why do you
Why do you still love me after all I have done?
Why do you love that way ay
How can you love me so unconditionally?
Yeah yeah oh no, everybody say
Some may doubt, but I know your love is real
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Diane O
I love everything about this song. The lyrics and the harmonies just blend perfectly.
GreenBeatones
I love this song, actually all your songs, but this is one of my favourites! Been following you guys since you were Easily Amused and you guys just keep getting better and cooler in my eyes!
Nancy Silverman
love the video...it's even more endearing when i see you guys play it in person :) xo nancy
topher 8866
Loved this song since I heard it on Degrassi in 2010, wish it was more popular so I could find a tab for it to play for my girlfriend :) Luckily I can make it out from the video. Will always be one ofmy favorite songs :)
Dawn Pickering
Have known Keith since he was a budding artist at 16. Saw him and Renee perform when they were Easily Amused and their music has evolved to become even greater since then.
mohammad almaleki
the titles misleading but the voice is heart warming :)
Shani Satheesh
love this song
Janavi Oberio
love it guys
Catherine Maher
they were at my school and i got their autograph and met them :)
BlackZepher3
i was just at a wedding with him