Better Off
Some Sprouts Lyrics
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Yet still I was late
Staring up at the sky
Why do all the stars fade?
All the stars fade
Oh, she said, you'll never be the one
Your feelings might be strong, but I don't see
You're better off with someone else
Bring me under control
Make me feel hope
To you it never felt right
So, travel far and wide, girl
Far and wide
Oh, she said, you'll never be the one
Your feelings might be strong, but I don't see
Anything, when I look into your eyes
You're better off with someone else
I waste my days here
I feel lonely at times
There’s too much haze here
Brain fog blurs my mind
It’s a cold empty space
And I’m growing strange
And so, she said, you'll never be the one
Your feelings might be strong, but I don't see
Anything, when I look into your eyes
You're better off with someone else
In the song "Better Off" by Some Sprouts, the lyrics convey a sense of longing, disappointment, and ultimately acceptance. The singer expresses their feelings of waiting for something that never comes to fruition, feeling constantly late and questioning why things never seem to work out. The imagery of staring up at the fading stars may symbolize a loss of hope or a fading dream.
The lyrics also depict a conversation with someone, presumably a romantic partner, who tells the singer that they will never be the one for them. Despite the singer's strong emotions, the other person does not reciprocate those feelings and suggests that the singer is better off with someone else. This rejection and realization of unrequited love adds a layer of heartbreak and resignation to the song.
The chorus emphasizes the theme of acceptance and moving on, as the singer acknowledges that they are not meant to be with the person they desire. The repeated line "You're better off with someone else" highlights the sense of self-awareness and understanding that sometimes relationships are not meant to be, no matter how strongly one may feel about them.
The final verse delves into the singer's internal struggles and feelings of loneliness and confusion. The imagery of a "cold empty space" and "brain fog" reflects the emotional turmoil and inner conflict the singer is experiencing. Despite the pain and uncertainty, the singer comes to terms with the situation and accepts the reality that they are indeed better off without the person they desire. Overall, the lyrics of "Better Off" capture the complexities of unrequited love, self-realization, and the bittersweet process of letting go for the sake of personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
I’ve been waiting for days
I have been patiently waiting for an extended period of time
Yet still I was late
However, despite waiting, I missed the opportunity
Staring up at the sky
Looking upwards at the celestial expanse
Why do all the stars fade?
Questioning the disappearance of the stars from view
Oh, she said, you'll never be the one
She expressed doubt that I am the right person
Your feelings might be strong, but I don't see
Even though your emotions are intense, I do not perceive a connection
Anything, when I look into your eyes
No spark or indication of compatibility is apparent when I gaze into your eyes
You're better off with someone else
You would be happier in a relationship with a different person
Bring me under control
Help me regain composure and direction
Make me feel hope
Instill a sense of optimism within me
To you it never felt right
You never felt a genuine connection
So, travel far and wide, girl
Explore distant places and opportunities
Oh, she said, you'll never be the one
She reiterated her belief that I am not the right match
I feel lonely at times
There are moments of solitude and melancholy
There’s too much haze here
There is confusion and uncertainty in this environment
Brain fog blurs my mind
Mental fog obstructs clarity of thought
It’s a cold empty space
The surroundings feel desolate and unwelcoming
And I’m growing strange
I am becoming unusual or unfamiliar to myself
Lyrics © Kobrow Musikverlag GmbH
Written by: ALEXANDER KALUS, DAVID GEBHARD, JAKOB RIEPL, JOSHUA BENKER, MIGUEL RODRIGUES ESTEVES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@v_lad8559
Love this! Found it on the breakthrough indie playlist (Amazon music) and listened to it on repeat the whole day. I literally spent 13 hours and 28 minutes now listening. Wow.
@Patachou_
This song is a little gem. The lyrics, the bass, it’s just awesome ❤️
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i REALLY LOVE THIS SONG. i CAN LISTEN IT ALL DAY
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Nice muisc
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lyrics? 🥰
@Patachou_
I've been waiting for days
Yet still all the same
Staring up at the sky, why do all the stars fade?
All the stars fade
Oh, she said, she'll never be the one
Your feelings might be strong but I don't see
Anything when I look into your eyes
You're better off with someone else
Meet me, I'm in control
Make me feel home
To you, I never felt lies
I'll travel far and wide girl, far and wide
Oh, she said, she'll never be the one
Your feelings might be strong but I don't see
Anything when I look into your eyes
You're better off with someone else
Where's my daisy at?
I feel lonely and tired
There's so much chasing her
They ain't fuckboys don't mind
It's a cold empty space and I'm going strange
And so, she said, she'll never be the one
Your feelings might be strong but I don't see
Anything when I look into your eyes
You're better off with someone else