Better Off
Stevie Parker Lyrics
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For another day
Kiss away your pain
But I can't say that I'll stay
You can keep me away
When we go you can't break
Tried to do what it says
But I can't say that I'll stay
All the same I can't tell you that I'll stay
And you know, and you know, and you know, and you know, and you know,
How it goes, how it goes, how it goes, how it goes, how its goes, how it goes, yeah
And you say that we're better off this way
All the same I can't tell you that I'll stay yeah
Yeah you say that we're better off this way
And I'll say I can try but I won't tell you that I'll stay
Will you stay with me 'till the morning
When i wait to the blue of your eyes?
You came to me without warning
Who said that you can get inside?
I invade all the spaces when nobody should tell me if this is you
Who'se in danger or me?
And you say that we're better off this way yeah
All the same I can't tell you I won't break
Yeah you say that were better off this way
And I'll say I can try but I won't tell you that I'll stay
Won't tell you that I'll stay
In Stevie Parker's song 'Better Off,' the lyrics describe a relationship where one partner promises to keep the other safe, kiss away their pain, and try to do what they can to make the relationship work for another day. However, there is an admission that they cannot guarantee they will stay, and that the other person may be better off without them. This confusion is indicated in the lyrics where the phrase "you say that we're better off this way" is repeated several times. At the same time, the other person cannot bring themselves to say that they won't stay, which might be interpreted as a wish to stay but an acknowledgement that the relationship may not work.
The lyrics also touch on the vulnerability and uncertainty that come with new relationships, as well as the fear of getting hurt or losing oneself in the process. The lines "Will you stay with me till the morning when I wake to the blue of your eyes? You came to me without warning, who said that you can get inside?" suggest the bewilderment that can come with a sudden romantic connection and hint at the possibility that the singer may not have been ready for it.
Overall, 'Better Off' is a relatable and honest portrayal of the ups and downs of romantic relationships, the fear of commitment, and the inevitable conflict between vulnerability and self-preservation.
Line by Line Meaning
I will keep you safe
I promise to protect you
For another day
For a short period of time
Kiss away your pain
To comfort you
But I can't say that I'll stay
I cannot guarantee that I'll remain here
You can keep me away
You cannot keep me close
When we go you can't break
When we part, you cannot hurt me
Tried to do what it says
I attempted to follow the rules
But I can't say that I'll stay
However, I still cannot say that I'll stick around
And you say that we're better off this way
You believe that it's better for us to separate
All the same I can't tell you that I'll stay
But I cannot promise you that I'll stay
And you know, and you know, and you know, and you know, and you know,
You are well aware
How it goes, how it goes, how it goes, how it goes, how its goes, how it goes, yeah
You know how it's going to turn out
And you say that we're better off this way
You still maintain that it's better that we go our separate ways
All the same I can't tell you that I'll stay yeah
Nevertheless, I cannot promise you that I'll remain
Yeah you say that we're better off this way
You once again express that it's best for us to be apart
And I'll say I can try but I won't tell you that I'll stay
I'll try but I still can't guarantee that I'll stay
Will you stay with me 'till the morning
Will you remain with me until sunrise?
When i wait to the blue of your eyes?
When I gaze into the blue of your eyes?
You came to me without warning
You arrived unexpectedly
Who said that you can get inside?
Who authorized your entry?
I invade all the spaces when nobody should tell me if this is you
I enter every room, not knowing if you're there
Who's in danger or me?
Who is at risk: you or me?
And you say that we're better off this way yeah
You still stand by your assertion that it's best if we split up
All the same I can't tell you I won't break
Still, I cannot guarantee that I won't be hurt
Yeah you say that were better off this way
Once more, you state that it's best if we go our separate ways
And I'll say I can try but I won't tell you that I'll stay
I'll try to remain, but I cannot make you any promises
Won't tell you that I'll stay
I cannot guarantee that I'll be here
Contributed by Emily W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ahmed hegazy
will keep you safe
For another day
Kiss away your pain
But I can't say that I'll stay
You can keep me away
When we go you can't break
Tried to do what it says
But I can't say that I'll stay
And you say that we're better off this way
All the same I can't tell you that I'll stay
And you know, and you know, and you know, and you know, and you know,
How it goes, how it goes, how it goes, how it goes, how its goes, how it goes, yeah
And you say that we're better off this way
All the same I can't tell you that I'll stay yeah
Yeah you say that we're better off this way
And I'll say I can try but I won't tell you that I'll stay
Will you stay with me 'till the morning
When i wait to the blue of your eyes?
You came to me without warning
Who said that you can get inside?
I invade all the spaces when nobody should tell me if this is you
Who'se in danger or me?
And you say that we're better off this way yeah
All the same I can't tell you I won't break
Yeah you say that were better off this way
And I'll say I can try but I won't tell you that I'll stay
Won't tell you that I'll stay
Love it
The Unifiers
Well done Stevie! Love the overall production. A hypnotizing track, haunting vocals and a great video. I have a feeling we gonna meet on the same stage next year... ;- )
Lora Chajka
Прекрасная девушка!Глаза и голос так вообще красота: )
Saad SD
I love it!!
Adam Protz
Favourite song on the album. That detuned synth.....oh my :D
TOM KAHLER
Love this song amazing!!
Ó Léanacháin
I love this!
dynn
underrated song
Corazón de Fuego
Good work! I loved the song 😆😉
Julie-Anne Cook
Beautifully haunting voice
Lesedi S
👏🏽hauntingly good