His EP "Go" was released in 2004; he released an album "Scream" in 2005, which was followed by the release of "Shine" in 2007.
"I had been wanting to do this for a long time," Bettens has said of his solo career. "It's a whole new challenge, and it kind of makes me feel like it's my first record. Everything has a new level of excitement to it, especially touring."
In the summer of 2006, Bettens played several of the summer's biggest European festivals, in front of crowds of more than 20,000 people. Gigging with new musicians, Bettens was thrilled with the reaction from fans. "The shows were amazing," said Bettens. "The K's Choice fans were really excited that I'm doing something different, and people who didn't know me from Ks Choice really responded to the new songs. It was way beyond my expectations."
The new songs that Bettens has written as a solo artist have also surpassed his expectations. As part of K's Choice, Bettens wrote songs with a certain sound in mind. Now, on his own, he feels more able to explore himself as an artist, taking risks and blending pop, rock and folk to create a new radio-ready sound that goes beyond anything he had done before.
Bettens takes a chance with his lyrics as well, taking a political stance and tackling issues that are important to young people everywhere. The first single from Scream, "Not Insane", has been described by Bettens as a mini-protest song, attacking people who cannot tolerate others who are different or who live alternative lifestyles.
The spirited songwriter's desire to take risks is also evident in Scream's title track. "I'd been working on these two songs, and I was really happy with the verses on one but the chorus wasn't happening. And it was just the opposite with the other - the chorus rocked, but I didn't like the verses." Bettens took the verses from the first song and combined them with the chorus from the second to create a quirky song that boasts a sense of urgency. The experiment worked just like his solo career.
Fine
Sarah Bettens Lyrics
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I take my shoes off to be closer to the ground
I can think of many ways
To screw up all these perfect days
But I am feeling bold an brave
I think I'll just feel good today
Somehow in the twisted world I'm really doing fine
But I feel fine
Here's one reason to be sad
Half of us have nothing and the other feels too fat
But this nog the the time and place
To crucify the human race
There's a massive height to ride
I'm keeping my eyes open wide
Somehow
I don't want to close my eyes
Someone tell me how long I
Can keep this day inside
Somehow
I don't always wake up this alive
But I have you so I feel fine
The Sarah Bettens song "Fine" is a catchy, upbeat tune that is deceptive in its happy-sounding melody. The first verse describes the singer's simple approach to finding contentment in life. They take off their shoes to feel connected to the earth and to be mindful of their surroundings. They acknowledge that there are countless ways to mess up perfect days but in that moment, they choose to feel good. The following chorus asserts that the singer believes they are "really doing fine" despite any doubts others might have about them.
In the second verse, the tone shifts a bit. The singer recognizes the many issues that plague society, from poverty to body image issues. However, they choose not to give in to the negativity and instead keep their eyes open wide, focused on the bigger picture. The chorus is repeated and provides insight into the singer's mindset. They are happy and content with their life in that moment, however fleeting it may be. The final lines repeat the assertion that the singer is happy to have the person they have in their life, and this alone contributes to their sense of well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
I look up and I look down
I am observing my surroundings from different perspectives
I take my shoes off to be closer to the ground
I am grounding myself and connecting with the Earth
I can think of many ways
I am contemplating various possibilities
To screw up all these perfect days
I recognize that I have the ability to ruin good situations
But I am feeling bold an brave
Despite my awareness of my own potential for self-sabotage, I am confident and daring
I think I'll just feel good today
I choose to focus on positivity and wellbeing in this moment
Somehow in the twisted world I'm really doing fine
Despite the challenges and complexities of life, I am managing well
You can say this peace of mind was never really mine
Perhaps others doubt the authenticity of my peace, but it is real to me
But I feel fine
Regardless of any external judgments or opinions, I am content
Here's one reason to be sad
Now I will discuss something that typically brings negative emotions
Half of us have nothing and the other feels too fat
There are serious issues of poverty and body image that affect a large portion of society
But this not the time and place
However, this moment is not appropriate for dwelling on these problems
To crucify the human race
It is not helpful or productive to blame or condemn all of humanity
There's a massive height to ride
There are incredible experiences and opportunities to be had in life
I'm keeping my eyes open wide
I am staying alert and aware in order to fully appreciate these experiences
I don't want to close my eyes
I refuse to miss out on anything by shutting myself off from the world
Someone tell me how long I
I am eager to know how much longer I can keep this feeling of contentment
Can keep this day inside
I hope to hold on to this positive mindset for as long as possible
I don't always wake up this alive
I am not always able to feel so awake and present in my own life
But I have you so I feel fine
However, having the love and support of another person helps me feel content and at peace
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GREG WELLS, SARAH BETTENS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I look up and I look down
I take my shoes off to be closer to the ground
I can think of many ways
To screw up all these perfect days
But I am feeling bold an brave
I think I'll just feel good today
Somehow in the twisted world I'm really doing fine
You can say this peace of mind was never really mine
But I feel fine
Here's one reason to be sad
Half of us have nothing and the other feels too fat
But this nog the the time and place
To crucify the human race
There's a massive height to ride
I'm keeping my eyes open wide
Somehow
I don't want to close my eyes
Someone tell me how long I
Can keep this day inside
Somehow
I don't always wake up this alive
But I have you so I feel fine
@IkariLoona
This is an absolutely surreal watch nowadays...
@AdrianChylde
Couldn't stop laughing at this. Didn't see that coming from Sarah. I love it!!!
@Foodie619
She can do no wrong in my book, I love her.
@shahidahmed6355
baddest thing ever I'ave seen in my whole life.
@DrivinAndSingin
OMG that wig is killing me! Love it and love the video!
@KayKayDD
Lololol this is fantastic!! I love this sonnnnng <3<3
@interestingvideos4me
very original! fresh! Pure funnnn!!!:D
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@daliflux
Het die video baie geniet!
@kleinbloempje123
She's so funny!