Better Days
The Goo Goo Dolls (Holiday) Lyrics
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And I try to make this kind and clear
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
'Cause I don't need boxes wrapped in strings
And designer love and empty things
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
So take these words and sing out loud
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
I need some place simple where we could live
And something only you can give
And that's faith and trust and peace while we're alive
And the one poor child who saved this world
And there's ten million more who probably could
If we all just stopped and said a prayer for them
So take these words and sing out loud
'Cause everyone is forgiven now
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
I wish everyone was loved tonight
And somehow stop this endless fight
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
So take these words and sing out loud
'Cause everyone is forgiven now
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
The song "Better Days" by The Goo Goo Dolls was released in 2005 as a part of their album "Let Love In." The lyrics of the song are about hope and the desire for a better future. The opening verses of the song show the singer's desire for a chance at better days instead of luxurious items such as designer love and material things. He then goes on to talk about forgiveness and the possibility of redemption for everyone. The singer desires for a simple life where there is faith, trust, and peace while they are alive. He also emphasizes the need to show concern for other human beings by saying a prayer for those in need.
Throughout the song, the singer encourages everyone to sing out loud and to forgive themselves and others, and to start anew. The phrase "Cause tonight's the night the world begins again" is a powerful message of hope and renewal.
Line by Line Meaning
And you asked me what I want this year
You inquired about my wish for this year.
And I try to make this kind and clear
I attempted to express my wish in a clear and gentle manner.
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
All I hope for is a possibility of finding better, brighter times ahead.
'Cause I don't need boxes wrapped in strings
I do not require material objects, gaudily wrapped in sparkling ribbons.
And designer love and empty things
What I refuse to have is a superficial love and vacuous possessions.
So take these words and sing out loud
Take these simple expressions of mine and sing them loudly.
'Cause everyone is forgiven now
As of this moment, everyone is pardoned for their actions in the past.
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
For it is tonight that the world has a new beginning.
I need some place simple where we could live
All I want is a plain abode where we could just exist.
And something only you can give
What I crave for is something which can only be given by you.
And that's faith and trust and peace while we're alive
The things I need most are belief, confidence and serenity while we are still living.
And the one poor child who saved this world
One infant, who was impoverished, managed to rescue the whole world.
And there's ten million more who probably could
There are probably ten million more needy children who could have the same effect.
If we all just stopped and said a prayer for them
All we have to do to assist is to stop and offer them a prayer.
I wish everyone was loved tonight
I long for every person to be loved this evening.
And somehow stop this endless fight
And, by some means, terminate this perpetual battle.
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
All that I want is a possibility of locating superior days.
So take these words and sing out loud
Therefore, take these expressions and sing them loudly.
'Cause everyone is forgiven now
As of this moment, everyone is pardoned for their actions in the past.
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
For it is tonight that the world has a new beginning.
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
For it is tonight that the world has a new beginning.
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Written by: JOHN T RZEZNIK
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michaell1962
I have a daughter who's been addicted to heroin for the last 10 years. She was a stunningly beautiful green-eyed redhead, sensitive & caring person, but the drugs have turned her into someone I no longer know. Although it seems like there is very little hope of her ever getting clean, please say a prayer for her.
I wish everyone was loved tonight
And somehow stop this endless fight
Just a chance that maybe she'll find better days
Love you Vanessa!
Daddy
Edit on 6-30-23: My daughter passed away yesterday from an OD. My wife & I are heartbroken. Finally, my baby girl is at peace now. Thanks to all who replied to this post. I appreciate all of your kind thoughts. Much love to you all.
Yhan Imrie
And you asked me what I want this year
And I try to make this kind and clear
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
'Cause I don't need boxes wrapped in strings
And designer love and empty things
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
So take these words and sing out loud
'Cause everyone is forgiven now
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
I need some place simple where we could live
And something only you can give
And that's faith and trust and peace while we're alive
And the one poor child who saved this world
And there's ten million more who probably could
If we all just stopped and said a prayer for them
So take these words and sing out loud
'Cause everyone is forgiven now
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
I wish everyone was loved tonight
And somehow stop this endless fight
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
So take these words and sing out loud
'Cause everyone is forgiven now
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
'Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
Limits98
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
And you ask me what I want this year
And I try to make this kind and clear
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
Cause I don't need boxes wrapped in strings
And designer love and empty things
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
[Chorus]
So take these words
And sing out loud
Cause everyone is forgiven now
Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
[Verse 2]
I need someplace simple where we could live
And something only you can give
And that's faith and trust and peace while we're alive
And the one poor child who saved this world
And there's 10 million more who probably could
If we all just stopped and said a prayer for them
[Chorus]
So take these words
And sing out loud
Cause everyone is forgiven now
Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
[Bridge]
I wish everyone was loved tonight
And somehow stop this endless fight
Just a chance that maybe we'll find better days
[Chorus]
So take these words
And sing out loud
Cause everyone is forgiven now
Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
[Outro]
Cause tonight's the night the world begins again
Brittany McKay
This song helped me get through the worst days and nights of my addiction recovery. I knew there better days ahead of me. I am proud to say that I am 1 year and 9 days clean and sober.
Marion Loesch
Congrats love you should be very proud of yourself.
Brittany McKay
@Marion Loesch I am very proud of myself. I am currently 402 days clean as of today.
Marion Loesch
@Brittany McKay it always feels so good when you can get past a certain point where you haven't given into your addiction the reason I say this is cuz I have addiction to pornography and I'm proud to say that I'm not viewed it in 6 months.
Brittany McKay
@Marion Loesch That's good and keep it going. I am proud of you
Brandy Webster
Congratulations! It does keep getting better! (Three years and two months off IV heroin/fentanyl)
AqsticG
im genuinely surprised no one knows the true history behind this song. this was a love letter to orphans around the world since reznick was an orphan himself. this song is way deeper and has a stronger meaning than people give it credit for and this song will never not make me cry with hope.
Patrick Wayne
Thank You for reminding us Brother.
PutGodFirst 11
Wowzers! That's deep it should have a lot more views! God Bless them all!
N
This makes the song x100 better.