Better Man
Paolo Nutini(파올로 누티니) Lyrics
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She thinks the way I think
That girl makes me wanna be better
Took her down Bleecker Street
Saw she drank the way I drink
I kiss the sky to send her blue a letter
That girl
Makes me wanna be a better man
Gonna treat her like a real man can
She's fearless, she's free
Oh she is a real live wire
And that girl
She's got me feeling so much better
Oh you trade all the money in the world
Just to see this girl's smile
All the while, she'll make you feel so much better
Oh that girl, makes me wanna be a better man
And should she see fit, gonna treat her like a real man can
Ah, ah, la la la
Come on in my arms
You make me feel alright
You make me feel alright
You know I might get eager
I might lose my cool
Feel like I'm in detention
In the office at the school
And you'll either love me love me
Or you hate me
But I can see you've got no time
For the in-between
But the reflection in your eyes
Gonna look so much better
I said that girl makes me wanna be a better man
Yeah yeah yeah
And should she see she fit, gonna treat her like a real man can
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Gonna treat her like a real man can
The song "Better Man" by Paolo Nutini is a love song that focuses on the singer's admiration for his significant other. The lyrics express the idea that the woman in his life makes him want to be a better man. He is inspired by her fearlessness, freedom, and liveliness. She makes him feel better and happier, just by being in his life, and he wants to honor that by being the best version of himself that he can be. The song also touches on the natural ups and downs of relationships, mentioning that sometimes the singer may get eager or lose his cool, but ultimately he wants to treat his partner with love and respect.
Interestingly, "Better Man" was actually written as a tribute to the singer's grandfather, who had passed away. Nutini has said that the song represents the kind of man his grandfather was and the kind of man he himself aspires to be. Despite this personal connection, the song has been popularly interpreted as a romantic love song.
Line by Line Meaning
She makes me smile
This girl brings joy to my life and makes me happy.
She thinks the way I think
Our minds are in sync and we understand each other's thoughts and ideas.
That girl makes me wanna be better
Being around her motivates me to improve myself and become a better person.
Took her down Bleecker Street
I took her on a date to Bleecker Street, a place that we both enjoyed.
Saw she drank the way I drink
I noticed that she drinks like me, which made me feel a deeper connection to her.
I kiss the sky to send her blue a letter
I am so happy in her company that I feel like sending a message of gratitude to the universe.
That girl
Makes me wanna be a better man
Her presence inspires me to be a better version of myself and strive for excellence.
Ye should she see fit
Gonna treat her like a real man can
If she chooses to be with me, I will treat her with love and respect, like a true gentleman.
She's fearless, she's free
Oh she is a real live wire
She is bold, independent, and full of energy. Her personality is vibrant and exciting.
And that girl
She's got me feeling so much better
Just being around her improves my mood and makes me feel happier.
Oh you trade all the money in the world
Just to see this girl's smile
Her smile is priceless and worth more than any amount of money.
All the while, she'll make you feel so much better
Spending time with her is a guaranteed mood-booster and will make you feel good.
Come on in my arms
You make me feel alright
You make me feel alright
Her touch and presence make me feel calm and content.
You know I might get eager
I might lose my cool
Feel like I'm in detention
In the office at the school
I sometimes get excited and act impulsively around her, feeling like a teenager again.
And you'll either love me love me
Or you hate me
But I can see you've got no time
For the in-between
People tend to either love or hate me, but I can tell she has no interest in being lukewarm.
But the reflection in your eyes
Gonna look so much better
When I see my reflection in her eyes, I feel like a better person and am inspired to keep improving.
I said that girl makes me wanna be a better man
Yeah yeah yeah
And should she see she fit, gonna treat her like a real man can
Being around her makes me want to be the best version of myself and treat her with the respect she deserves, like a true gentleman.
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Gonna treat her like a real man can
I am determined to treat her with love, kindness, and respect, like a true gentleman should.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAOLO GIOVANNI NUTINI
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She makes me smile
She thinks the way I think
That girl, makes me wanna be better
Took her down Bleecker Street
So she drank the way I drink
I kissed the sky
To send a bluer letter
That girl, makes me wanna be
A better man
Yeah and should she see fit
Gonna treat her like a real man can
She's fearless, she's free
Oh she is a real live-wire
And that girl
She's got me feeling so much better
Hmmm, should trade all the money in the world, eh
Just to see this girl smile
All the while she'll make you
Feel so much better
Oh, that girl makes me wanna be
A better man
And should she see fit
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Ahhh, ahh, ahhh
Ahhh, ahh, ahhhh (Ahhhh, laaaa, la, la) Ahhh, ahh, ahhhhh
Ahhh, ahh, ahhhhh
(Oh make me feel all right) Ahhh, ahh, ahhhhh
(Oh make me feel all right) Ahhh, ahh, ahhhhh
Oh I might get eager
I might lose my cool
Feel like I'm in detention
In office at the school
And you'll either love me
Or you'll hate me
'Cause I can see you got
No time for the in-between
But the reflection in your eyes
Gonna look so much better
I said, that girl, makes me wanna be
A better man
Yeah, yeah, and if she sees fit
Gonna treat her like a real man can
I'm gonna treat her like a real man can
Oh
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Yeah
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Ohhh
@idw9159
She makes me smile
She thinks the way I think
That girl, makes me wanna be better
Took her down Bleecker Street
So she drank the way I drink
I kissed the sky
To send a bluer letter
That girl, makes me wanna be
A better man
Yeah and should she see fit
Gonna treat her like a real man can
She's fearless, she's free
Oh she is a real live-wire
And that girl
She's got me feeling so much better
Hmmm, should trade all the money in the world, eh
Just to see this girl smile
All the while she'll make you
Feel so much better
Oh, that girl makes me wanna be
A better man
And should she see fit
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Ahhh, ahh, ahhh
Ahhh, ahh, ahhhh (Ahhhh, laaaa, la, la) Ahhh, ahh, ahhhhh
Ahhh, ahh, ahhhhh
(Oh make me feel all right) Ahhh, ahh, ahhhhh
(Oh make me feel all right) Ahhh, ahh, ahhhhh
Oh I might get eager
I might lose my cool
Feel like I'm in detention
In office at the school
And you'll either love me
Or you'll hate me
'Cause I can see you got
No time for the in-between
But the reflection in your eyes
Gonna look so much better
I said, that girl, makes me wanna be
A better man
Yeah, yeah, and if she sees fit
Gonna treat her like a real man can
I'm gonna treat her like a real man can
Oh
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Yeah
Gonna treat her like a real man can
Ohhh
@clippertae
For 3 years i have not been able to listen to this song, ive tried but it crushes me, you see, my partner sent it tto me just before he passed - today, i feel brave and listened to it...finally and tearfully- thank you Paolo
@LiisaJF
😢 I’m so sorry for your loss. I can understand the meaning behind your comment. My partner wakes me up with this playing and I wake with a smile, I just sit and listen ❤
One day, this song will make you smile again. Sending love x
@osiasu
He's underrated because he wants to be... Not fame hungry like the others, down to earth and just disappears in to obscurity for a few years between albums. He's magic.
@EA-wr2jv
Magic indeed
@mannothingtolose1245
can feel it
@eagillum
I wonder too if drugs are a factor.
@mannothingtolose1245
@@eagillum may be LOVE ?drugs are a fact for me tho .Grandson has it right in the song overdose all my family and friends are Dead and well "the drugs don't work Anymore" any more is there ANY more?
@mannothingtolose1245
@@eagillum can't feel it.lol
@43hawker
I was born in 1943 which makes me 77.
I've been listening to this guy for years now and he is like a breath of fresh air, wonderful stuff Paolo, an absolute joy.
@cynthiam3943
I’m a 70 year old lady and really appreciate his music, love his integrity he’s now decided to come back to the stage but unfortunately I can’t afford the tickets to see him live🤷♀️😘🇬🇧