The duo released their debut LP, Purple Naked Ladies, digitally on December 20, 2011. A physical copy was released on January 31, 2012, making it the first physical release on Odd Future's own record label, Odd Future Records. To date, three singles have been released from the album: "Love Song -1," "They Say," and "Cocaine". On February 1st, 2012 The Internet released a free EP consisting of 4 bonus songs that were originally intended for the physical copy and is available for download on www.oddfuture.com.
It Gets Better
The Internet Lyrics
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'Cause you seem mighty low
Tell me what's going on
Probably been there before
Sit up and fix your face
You see me, I'm okay
We ain't got time today
Throw on your darker shades and smile for the cameraI want you to know
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
Keep it up
I see you holding on
But it was easy, no?
Now you feel all alone
Quit praying, ease your pain
Gon' be here either way
Nowhere to place the blame
So put your make up on and
Smile in the mirror
I want you to know
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) you know that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
Your inner strength is the reason you haven't said a word
But your counting has revealed the bad day that you've endured
It's probably not the first and not the last to be assured
A promise, present keeping us moving forward
With hope we seek true happiness
Throughout our lives with
Trials we face bring pain and sorrow, but resistance is sires strength
The easy path rarely leads to what our heart truly desires
In this life we must face many a worthy challenge for the outcome to satisfy us
To win inspite of struggle implies much greater magnification
To one's honor which I value more than instant-gratification
So believe me when I say that time can heal most any wound
And ease most pain, yet the scars remain 'til the day we lay in tomb
So please know nothing in this moment is the same as a moment ago
Each one that pass is a treasure lost
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets)
(I just hope you know that, that it gets)
(I just hope you know that, that it gets)
(I just hope you know that, that it gets)
Tommorrow's not in your hands
That's why I pray to the man
And I think it's arrogant to make plans in advance
One day at a time
I burn the sage for all the negative, pay it no mind
I'm at ease with the struggles they're better with time
Need not I remind
Tommorrow's not in your hands
Neither is control
Nigga, reap what you sow
And pay it in full
Think before you burn the bridge
Paying the toll
Just play your role
So much pressure in the world I started my gnashing teeth
Hit the gas so hard I blew a gasket and leaked
Drain me for what I got like a nasty leech
You'll find hard learned lessons just asking our teach'
Life is what you make it, take it how you gon' take it
My ground is solid and no earthquake could not shake it
Ain't waiting on nothing, not even no reparations, heavily meditating
But it gets better with time
And I'm sober now, no alcohol to hide behind
I grow older and grow bolder
I move mountains and move boulders
I cross borders, don't take orders
And thank God, that's important
The lyrics to The Internet's song "It Gets Better" convey a powerful message of hope and perseverance in the face of personal struggle and pain. The first verse acknowledges that something is wrong and the person listening seems to be in a low state. However, the singer reassures them that they have been there before and understands their pain. They encourage the listener to put on a smile and project strength, even if it's just for the camera. The chorus emphasizes the central message that things will improve over time and that the listener should hold on and keep going.
The second verse further acknowledges the difficulty of the situation and the feeling of loneliness. The singer advises the listener to stop praying and trying to find someone or something to blame for their pain. Instead, they suggest putting on makeup and smiling in the mirror, hinting at the idea of embracing oneself and finding inner strength. The chorus repeats, reinforcing the message of improvement with time.
The bridge delves deeper into the idea of personal strength and endurance. The lyrics suggest that the listener's inner strength is the reason they haven't expressed their pain, but the counting of their bad days reveals the extent of their struggles. The past is fleeting, and the future holds promise. The lyrics emphasize the importance of facing challenges and the satisfaction that can come from overcoming them, even though it may require resistance and perseverance.
The final verse acknowledges that time can heal wounds and ease pain, but it also emphasizes that scars remain. Each passing moment is precious, and the lyrics encourage the listener to treasure them. The song concludes with a reminder that tomorrow is uncertain and that planning too far ahead can be arrogant. One should take life day by day, let go of negativity, and be at ease with the struggles. The lyrics emphasize the belief that things will get better with time and that personal growth and resilience are essential.
Line by Line Meaning
There's something wrong
You're feeling down or something isn't right
'Cause you seem mighty low
Because you appear to be very sad
Tell me what's going on
Share with me what's troubling you
Probably been there before
I may have experienced something similar
Sit up and fix your face
Straighten up and try to look happier
You see me, I'm okay
I may seem fine, but I have my own struggles
We ain't got time today
We don't have time to dwell on things
Throw on your darker shades and smile for the camera
Put on a brave face and pretend everything is alright
I want you to know
I want you to understand
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
I hope you realize that things improve as time goes on
Keep it up
Continue to stay strong
I see you holding on
I notice that you're persevering
But it was easy, no?
Wasn't it easier before?
Now you feel all alone
Now you're experiencing loneliness
Quit praying, ease your pain
Stop relying solely on prayer to alleviate your suffering
Gon' be here either way
I'll be here for you regardless
Nowhere to place the blame
There's no one to fault
So put your make up on and Smile in the mirror
Put on a brave face and pretend to be happy
Your inner strength is the reason you haven't said a word
Your resilience is why you haven't spoken up about your struggles
But your counting has revealed the bad day that you've endured
By counting, you've revealed the hardships you've faced today
It's probably not the first and not the last to be assured
This is likely not the first or last difficult day you'll have
The past is fleeting, the future A promise, present keeping us moving forward
The past goes by quickly, the future holds promise, and the present motivates us to move ahead
With hope we seek true happiness Throughout our lives with Trials we face bring pain and sorrow, but resistance is sires strength
We search for happiness with hope as we face painful trials, but our ability to resist strengthens us
The easy path rarely leads to what our heart truly desires
Taking the easy path usually doesn't lead to our deepest desires
In this life we must face many a worthy challenge for the outcome to satisfy us
To find fulfillment, we must overcome numerous worthwhile challenges in life
To win inspite of struggle implies much greater magnification
Achieving victory despite the struggle signifies a greater level of accomplishment
To one's honor which I value more than instant-gratification
Honorable achievements are more valuable to me than immediate satisfaction
So believe me when I say that time can heal most any wound
Trust me when I tell you that time can mend almost any pain
And ease most pain, yet the scars remain 'til the day we lay in tomb
While time may alleviate pain, the scars will always be with us until we pass away
So please know nothing in this moment is the same as a moment ago
Understand that everything changes from one moment to the next
Each one that pass is a treasure lost
Every passing moment is a valuable loss
Tommorrow's not in your hands
You can't control what will happen tomorrow
That's why I pray to the man
That's why I pray to a higher power
And I think it's arrogant to make plans in advance
I believe it's presumptuous to make future plans
One day at a time
Take life one day at a time
I burn the sage for all the negative, pay it no mind
I perform a ritual to cleanse negativity and ignore it
I'm at ease with the struggles they're better with time
I find peace in the difficulties as they improve over time
Need not I remind
I don't need to remind you
Tommorrow's not in your hands
You can't control tomorrow
Neither is control
You can't control everything
Nigga, reap what you sow
You must face the consequences of your actions
And pay it in full
And fully accept the consequences
Think before you burn the bridge
Consider the potential consequences before severing a relationship
Paying the toll
Accepting the consequences
Just play your role
Fulfill your responsibilities
So much pressure in the world I started my gnashing teeth
The world's pressure made me grind my teeth
Hit the gas so hard I blew a gasket and leaked
I pushed myself so hard that I exhausted and leaked energy
Drain me for what I got like a nasty leech
People took advantage of me like a parasite
You'll find hard learned lessons just asking our teach'
You'll discover valuable lessons by seeking wisdom
Life is what you make it, take it how you gon' take it
You shape your own life, so decide how you'll approach it
My ground is solid and no earthquake could not shake it
I am grounded and resilient, unaffected by challenges
Ain't waiting on nothing, not even no reparations, heavily meditating
I'm not relying on anything, not even reparations, as I focus on meditation
But it gets better with time
But things improve as time passes
And I'm sober now, no alcohol to hide behind
I'm no longer using alcohol as a coping mechanism
I grow older and grow bolder
As I age, I become more courageous
I move mountains and move boulders
I overcome obstacles big and small
I cross borders, don't take orders
I break boundaries and don't adhere to others' instructions
And thank God, that's important
And I'm thankful for that, as it's significant
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, Christopher Smith, Kari Johnson, Matthew Martin, Max Bryk, Patrick Paige, Steve Lacy, Sydney Bennett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kalishea711
There's something wrong
'Cause you seem mighty low
Tell me what's going on
Probably been there before
Sit up and fix your face
You see me, I'm okay
We ain't got time today
Throw on your darker shades and smile for the camera
I want you to know
that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
Keep it up
I see you holding on
But it was easy, no?
Now you feel all alone
Quit praying, ease your pain
Gon' be here either way
Nowhere to place the blame
So put your make up on and
Smile in the mirror
I want you to know
that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) you know that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
Your inner strength is the reason you haven't said a word
But your counting has revealed the bad day that you've endured
It's probably not the first and not the last to be assured
The past is fleeting, the future
A promise, present keeping us moving forward
With hope we seek true happiness
Throughout our lives with
Trials we face bring pain and sorrow, but resistance is sires strength
The easy path rarely leads to what our heart truly desires
In this life we must face many a worthy challenge for the outcome to satisfy us
To win inspite of struggle implies much greater magnification
To one's honor which I value more than instant-gratification
So believe me when I say that time can heal most any wound
And ease most pain, yet the scars remain 'til the day we lay in tomb
So please know nothing in this moment is the same as a moment ago
Each one that pass is a treasure lost
that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets) that it gets better with time
(I just hope you know that, that it gets)
(I just hope you know that, that it gets)
(I just hope you know that, that it gets)
(I just hope you know that, that it gets)
Tommorrow's not in your hands
That's why I pray to the man
And I think it's arrogant to make plans in advance
One day at a time
I burn the sage for all the negative, pay it no mind
I'm at ease with the struggles they're better with time
Need not I remind
Tommorrow's not in your hands
Neither is control
Nigga, reap what you sow
And pay it in full
Think before you burn the bridge
Paying the toll
Just play your role
So much pressure in the world I started my gnashing teeth
Hit the gas so hard I blew a gasket and leaked
Drain me for what I got like a nasty leech
You'll find hard learned lessons just asking our teach'
Life is what you make it, take it how you gon' take it
My ground is solid and no earthquake could not shake it
Ain't waiting on nothing, not even no reparations, heavily meditating
But it gets better with time
And I'm sober now, no alcohol to hide behind
I grow older and grow bolder
I move mountains and move boulders
I cross borders, don't take orders
And thank God, that's important
@joeyjoejoejuniorshabadoo6073
Dedicating this to those teenagers struggling to find their place in the world as they move from childhood to adulthood. Too many aren't making it. They need to be reminded of the message in this song constantly. We treasure you, You matter, and are loved.
@leodragon6514
JoeyJoeJoe JuniorShabadoo thank you so much for this. I'm really going through it right now and your comment just made my day 😊
@s8ntiago
bro i been need this. thank you
@joeyjoejoejuniorshabadoo6073
Keep your head up matt. No matter how dark the winter, spring always follows.
@torieghdarling3429
Thank you so much for this comment! Just started school and having a bit of a rough start, with new standards since I'm older and it's been kinda scary.
@joeyjoejoejuniorshabadoo6073
Toriegh Darling you'll get through it. Take things one day at a time.
@karinaedwards314
i cant wait to play this song on a sunday morning 20 years from now so that when my kids wake up, they know it's cleaning day.
@ashleightaylor3136
Karina Alexzandria yesssss 👏🏽👏🏽
@ariannaharp5021
Karina Alexzandria THAT PART! LOL
@tydolla7542
Damnnn that’s so wavy lol