After selling thousands of copies of their self-titled debut album and draw… Read Full Bio ↴After selling thousands of copies of their self-titled debut album and drawing sales from around the globe, The Better World teamed up with Grammy award-winner Jason Corsaro (Soundgarden, Buckcherry) to record “Broken Memories”. Mastered by Howie Weinberg (Nirvana, U2, Creed), “Broken Memories” captures the intensity of the Foo Fighters and the heart-felt melodies of 3 Doors Down and Lifehouse to form a powerful, hard-hitting album of shout out loud rock songs. Hailing from Bergen County, New Jersey, the band has gained recognition for their energetic live shows and unforgettable hooks. They have sold out top NYC venues and continue to play to packed houses at well known area hot spots such as The Bitter End, Highline Ballroom and Maxwell's. In September 2009, The Better World won the “Next Big Thing” contest on AlternativeAddiction.com and was given the band spotlight feature for that entire month. AA also named TBW one of the Top 20 Unsigned Bands of 2009 and promoted their single “Counting The Days”, which became the website’s Number 1 song download for 9 straight weeks. Nationally, TBW placed 3rd out of 2000 bands in the Taylor Guitar Test-Drive competition. The band also placed 3rd out of 200 bands in New York City’s Meany Fest competition. Most recently, "It's Alright" has been featured in the movie, "The Hit List", featuring Cuba Gooding Jr. and Cole Hauser. The Better World is currently touring in support of “Broken Memories” and have begun writing new material for their next E.P.
"This band knows how to make great heart-felt music. I have to admit it was one of the best albums I have listened to all year."
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“It’s hard to not be impressed by “It’s Alright”. The melody instantly imbeds itself into the listener’s psyche. It really feels like you guys are pouring your heart and soul into the performance.”
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"The album is packed with every element you want from music, from the catchier hook of “It’s Alright” that could easily take over the radio waves, to the in-your-face, angst-ridden, tear-it-up “Only One.”
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"This is a trio of undeniably talented musicians, who know how to take that talent and weave it into music that can reach out and grab even the unlikeliest fan. It’s hard to find such strong songwriting in music now.”
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Jersey-Based Alternative Rock Band "The Better World" Along for "The Ride"

Mooresville, NC, April 10, 2012 --(PR.com)-- New Jersey-based alternative rock band The Better World has been tapped by V1 Entertainment Films to pen original songs for the pilot of “The Ride,” a new professional motorsports-themed television series. The pilot will be directed by acclaimed film and television actor/director Giancarlo Esposito of AMC’s Emmy-winning “Breaking Bad” and is being targeted as a Spring 2013 network replacement series.
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No Name
The Better World Lyrics

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No Name
(Matt Coban)

I can understand the way you thought of me when I was in your head
You could take my hand and lead me through the walls you built to stand
I can be your friend, help you out in need when times are bad
I know that you don't have the reasons
Nothing you do is in my face

I wish you never thought of leaving

And I appreciate, the smiles you gave me when I was astray
I can never forget, drinking by the bridge you left me there
And I took all of the blame, standing there in jealousy again
I know that you don't have the reasons

Nothing you do is in my face
I wish you never thought of leaving

I know that you don't have the reasons
Nothing you do is in my face
I wish you never thought of leaving
I know that you had all the reasons
But now you're gone, you left me in tears
What will I do when you start leaving?

Oh no, and you aint coming back
Oh I wish that you wished you'd come back

Overall Meaning

The song “No Name” by The Better World is a reflection on a relationship that has ended. The lyrics seem to express the singer’s regret about the person leaving and the loss that was experienced. The singer reflects on the way the other person saw him when they were together, and acknowledges how their perception may have changed when apart. Despite this, the singer still wants to be there for the other person in any capacity he can, even if it is just as a friend.

The mention of “walls you built to stand” may be an allusion to emotional barriers that were erected by the other person that the singer now recognizes, but was not able to see at the time. The line, “I know that you had all the reasons, but now you're gone, you left me in tears,” suggests that the singer did not fully understand the reasons behind the break up and is still struggling to come to terms with it.

The repeated line, “I wish you never thought of leaving,” emphasizes the singer’s longing for the relationship to continue, and perhaps suggests that the other person initiated the end of the relationship. The final lines, “Oh no, and you ain’t coming back, oh I wish that you wished you’d come back,” reveal the singer’s painful acknowledgment that the relationship is truly over, and there is no chance of reconciliation.

Line by Line Meaning

I can understand the way you thought of me when I was in your head
I am aware of how you viewed me when I was in your mind

You could take my hand and lead me through the walls you built to stand
You had the power to guide me past the barriers you constructed

I can be your friend, help you out in need when times are bad
I am available to offer assistance and support when you require it during difficult times

I know that you don't have the reasons
I realize that you lack justification for your actions

Nothing you do is in my face
Your actions do not affect me in any direct way

I wish you never thought of leaving
I regret that you contemplated departing

And I appreciate, the smiles you gave me when I was astray
I am grateful for the positive expressions you gave me when I was lost

I can never forget, drinking by the bridge you left me there
I will always remember drinking by the bridge where you abandoned me

And I took all of the blame, standing there in jealousy again
I assumed full responsibility, feeling envious and ashamed once more

I know that you had all the reasons
I am aware that you possessed valid motives

But now you're gone, you left me in tears
However, you are now absent, causing me to weep

What will I do when you start leaving?
What actions will I take when you initiate your departure?

Oh no, and you aint coming back
Unfortunately, you have no intention of returning

Oh I wish that you wished you'd come back
I deeply desire that you desired to return to me

Contributed by Allison I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.