A Better Man
Journey of Reflection: A Better Man by Clint Black
Lyrics
What do you say when it's over?
Reflecting on the conclusion of a relationship
Don't know if I should say anything at all
Uncertainty about whether to say anything
One day we're rollin' in the clover
Recalling a time of happiness
Next thing, you know, we take the fall
Unexpectedly facing a downfall
Still, I think about the years since I first met you
Reflecting on the time elapsed since meeting
And the way it might have been without you here
Imagining life without the person
I don't know if words from me can still upset you
Uncertainty about the impact of words
But I've just gotta make this memory stand clear
Expressing the need to clarify a memory
I know I'm leavin' here a better man
Acknowledging personal growth due to the relationship
For knowin' you this way
Recognizing the positive influence of knowing the person
Things I couldn't do before, now I think I can
Confidence in newfound abilities
And I'm leavin' here a better man
Summarizing the impact of the relationship
Guess, I always knew I couldn't hold you
Acknowledging the inevitability of letting go
But I'd never be the one to set you free
Accepting a supportive role in the person's life
Just like some old nursery rhyme your Mama told you
Comparing the situation to a nursery rhyme
You still believe in some old, 'Meant to be'
Belief in a predetermined fate
Still, I'm leavin' here a better man
Reiterating personal growth through the experience
For knowin' you this way
Emphasizing the positive impact of knowing the person
Things I couldn't do before, now I think I can
Increased belief in one's capabilities
And I'm leavin' here a better man
Summarizing the overall positive transformation
Yes, I'm leavin' here a better man
Reaffirming the departure as a better person
For knowin' you this way
Highlighting personal growth through the connection
Things I couldn't do before, now I know I can
Increased self-awareness of newfound abilities
And I'm leavin' here a better man
Reiterating the departure as a better individual
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Expressive vocalization
Yes, I'm leavin' here a better man
Final confirmation of leaving as a better person
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