Paper Route is composed of Chad Howat (bass, piano, programming), J.T. Daly (vocals, keyboards, percussion), Andy Smith (vocals, guitars, harmonica), and Gavin McDonald (drums). Howat, Daly, and Smith first began playing together late at night after a previous musical endeavor had disbanded. Paste magazine deemed Paper Route an artist to watch.
From late July through August 2008, Paper Route was part of the Final Riot Tour, with Paramore, Phantom Planet, and Jack's Mannequin. They have also toured with Copeland and Passion Pit.
In early 2008, the TV show One Tree Hill featured Paper Route songs in the episodes "Life Is Short" and "Cryin' Won't Help You Now". The band's song "Last Time" was chosen to be the theme song for the August 31, 2008 Nike+ Human Race.
The band's major label debut, Absence, was issued on Universal Records on April 28, 2009. The album reached #13 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart.
Better Life
Paper Route Lyrics
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Every swing I take and stone I throw
All the bridges that I've burnt
All the new ways that I hurt
You gave up and I lost track
When you love someone who don't love back
It don't matter who's at fault
I might have said too much
I might have said too much
I won't forget your touch
I'm saying too much
A better life is waiting
And what is done is done
Piece together what's been broken
Can you ever give up someone
A better life, a better life is waiting
All this fire in my veins
From a heart that's trapped in my ribcage
Burning through my fingertips
Burning everything I kiss
All the memories that you live in
Are just another door that I'm closing
In a hall that's infinite
But at least I can admit it
I might have said too much
I might have said too much
I won't forget your touch
I'm saying too much
A better life is waiting
And what is done is done
Piece together what's been broken
Can you ever give up someone
A better life, a better life is waiting
Oh, I know
I'm saying too much
In the song "Better Life" by Paper Route, the lyrics describe a situation of heartbreak and regret. The singer finds themselves reflecting on all the trouble and hurt they had caused, all the bridges they burned and all the new ways they continue to hurt others. The person they had loved had given up on them, and they had lost track of each other. The singer acknowledges that it doesn't matter who's at fault and that nothing matters now at all. They may have said too much and it may be hard to forget the other person's touch. However, the idea of a better life becomes a beacon of hope, waiting for them to take a leap and find a way to move forward. The singer is aware that they have to piece together what's been broken, but is unsure if they can ever give up someone they loved deeply.
The lyrics bring to the surface the complex emotions that come with heartbreak and the struggle to move on. The singer seems to be caught in a state of uncertainty, though they are aware that they need to make a change. They acknowledge the mistakes they have made, and the pain they have caused, but also recognize that there is hope for a better future. The idea of a better life serves as a metaphor for the possibility of healing and forgiveness, of moving on from past hurt and finding a way to start anew.
Overall, "Better Life" is a song about hope and the possibility of redemption. It's a song that acknowledges the pain and trouble that comes with heartbreak but also explores the possibility of growth and healing. It is a reminder that even if you have said too much or done things that you regret, there is always the possibility of a better life waiting for you.
Line by Line Meaning
All this trouble that I know
I am aware of all the struggles I face
Every swing I take and stone I throw
Every action I make has a consequence
All the bridges that I've burnt
I have destroyed many relationships
All the new ways that I hurt
I keep causing more pain
You gave up and I lost track
You left me and I lost my way
When you love someone who don't love back
Loving someone who doesn't love you is hard
It don't matter who's at fault
The blame game doesn't solve anything
Nothing matters now at all
The situation is hopeless
I might have said too much
I may have revealed too many details
I won't forget your touch
Your touch is unforgettable
I'm saying too much
I am speaking without restraint
A better life is waiting
A better life is possible
And what is done is done
The past cannot be changed
Piece together what's been broken
Try to repair what has been damaged
Can you ever give up someone
Can you let go of someone you love
A better life, a better life is waiting
The possibility of a better life exists
All this fire in my veins
I am passionate and full of energy
From a heart that's trapped in my ribcage
My feelings are enclosed and locked inside of me
Burning through my fingertips
My emotions are so intense they are almost tangible
Burning everything I kiss
My intensity affects everything I touch
All the memories that you live in
My memories of you
Are just another door that I'm closing
I am moving on and closing the door on our relationship
In a hall that's infinite
In an endless world
But at least I can admit it
At least I am honest with myself
Oh, I know
I understand
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOSHUA CROSBY, ROBERT MARVIN, JT DALY, CHAD HOWAT, GAVIN MCDONALD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Aleesha Simpson
Freaking amazing! I hope that they win a grammy some day!
ianto jones
Seriously cannot wait for the new album, this is fantastic
Amanda Saltijeral
The album needs to come out already!!
missyaley
Takes a lot to make a great lyric video. I love this!
inkybinkyinkish
a better life is waiting for paper route. cant wait for the new album!
shinebrightercaro
pure art. <3
cbspears
Video.....alright..... song = AMAZING. If promoted the right way, this could totally be a radio hit.
Marcellus Wallace
This Song Means So Much To Me...The Only Girl I Ever Loved Left Me & I Was Dealing Badly With The Memories...Reminds Me Of The Fucked Up Emotions I Went Through & The Aftermath Of Everything...So Happy To Be Able To Enjoy It, While Fully Sober And Happy.. ;) (:
Polinka Malinka
I love this song!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!SO MUCH
josh_is_grafted
So good. So good.