Better by Now
Navigating New Beginnings: Unpacking the Emotional Journey in 'Better by Now'
Lyrics
It’s a little sad
Expressing a feeling of sadness or melancholy.
Throwing the Christmas tree
Symbolizing the end of a festive season, possibly mirroring the end of a relationship or a significant period.
Out with the trash
Highlighting the disposal of something once cherished, suggesting a sense of loss or detachment.
I never was good at saying goodbye
Admitting difficulty in bidding farewell, hinting at a struggle with goodbyes.
But now we’re here
Reflecting on the current moment, indicating a realization or acknowledgment of the present situation.
Facing down another year
Anticipating and confronting the challenges of the upcoming year.
Another false start at the finish line
Describing a repeated pattern of unsuccessful attempts or false starts.
I really wanted to believe it, somehow
Expressing a desire to believe in something, possibly alluding to hope or optimism.
I really wanted it to be, better by now
Reiterating the expectation for improvement or positive change, emphasizing a longing for a better outcome.
The last year took
Referring to the past year, suggesting that it had a significant impact on the speaker.
A whole lot of life out of us
Conveying the idea that the challenges faced in the past year took a toll on the speaker and those involved.
Part of me didn’t even really mind
Acknowledging a level of acceptance or indifference towards the difficulties experienced.
I stay at home
Choosing to stay in a familiar environment, possibly indicating a sense of comfort or reluctance to move forward.
Watch your face on the telephone
Observing the image of a loved one through technology, suggesting a form of distant connection.
Try to get ahead but I’m falling behind
Expressing the struggle to progress or succeed despite efforts.
I really wanted to believe it, somehow
Repeating the desire to believe in something positive, underscoring a persistent hope.
I really wanted it to be, better by now
Reiterating the longing for improvement, emphasizing the passage of time and the expectation for a more favorable present.
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