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.
Stay
Sarah Bettens Lyrics
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To wake up to your disguise
You pretend to be just like us
But you're my peace of mind
You can take the mood I'm in
And turn it into something that's all right
Oh it's alright
You might have to stay
To make sure I never forget about today
You might have to stay
You might have to stay
I don't really want to know
How this story will unfolded
I can only hope you'll wait until it's told
I go out and find my way
You can do the same but I need ooh you
I can be alone but only when I'm holding you
Things can't get much better
You might have to stay
To make sure I never forget about today
You might have to stay
You might have to stay
We're all ready there
The only ones here
Things can't get much better
You might have to stay
To make sure I never forget about today
Things can't get much better
You might have to stay
To make sure I never forget about today
You might have to stay
You might have to stay
You might have to stay
You might have to stay
In "Stay," Sarah Bettens sings about waking up to the surprise of a loved one's disguise. This person pretends to be just like everyone else, but to Bettens, they are her peace of mind. They have the ability to take her mood and turn it into something that's all right. She expresses her reluctance to let go of this person, hoping they will stick around and wait to see how their story will unfold.
Throughout the song, Bettens highlights the importance of this person staying with her. She acknowledges that they can both go out and find their own way, but she needs them by her side. This person helps her feel less alone and makes it easier for her to cope with life's ups and downs. By the end of the song, Bettens realizes that they are all ready there and things can't get much better, so this person may have to stay to make sure she never forgets about today.
Overall, "Stay" is a song about the value of having someone in your life who can transform your mood and provide a sense of peace. Bettens recognizes the power of this relationship and hopes that it will continue to thrive in the future.
Line by Line Meaning
So it's such a great surprise
I am pleasantly surprised by your sudden appearance
To wake up to your disguise
You hide your true identity but I recognize you
You pretend to be just like us
You try to blend in with the crowd
But you're my peace of mind
Being with you brings me comfort and calmness
You can take the mood I'm in
You have the power to change my emotional state
And turn it into something that's all right
You can make everything better and okay again
Oh it's alright
I'm content and satisfied with the way things are now
Things can't get much better
Life is already good
You might have to stay
Please don't leave me
To make sure I never forget about today
To ensure that this moment will always be remembered
I don't really want to know
I'm not sure if I want to hear the future outcome
How this story will unfolded
How things will end are uncertain
I can only hope you'll wait until it's told
I hope you'll stick around to find out with me
I go out and find my way
I'm an independent person who seeks out their own path
You can do the same but I need ooh you
You can be independent too, but I still love and want you
I can be alone but only when I'm holding you
I can still have my alone time as long as it's with you
We're all ready there
We're already in a place of contentment and happiness
The only ones here
There's no one else I'd rather be with
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SARAH BETTENS, STEVE BOOKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bootscoot4669
This is one of those songs that you might forget about for a long time, and then come across and just remember how your life was at that time and all these emotions come flooding back...❤️
@nicholasngsingkwong8947
timeless jewel classic
@adelmobs
Yeah ... Wow, I liked this. Simple ... Sweet ... captivating ... good!
@ronald74c
Beautiful
@steelguitar7
Beautifulll
@pqmtlm
Sublime ❤️
@richardpeters8378
heerlijk nummer en goede tekst
@elenore88
that is so cute
@theheytherejulia
Nice! =)
@DIINj27
NICE :)))) the modern cranberries