Better Than I Imagined
Unveiling Unforeseen Emotions
Lyrics
Passive, past it, I've been thinking 'bout mad shit
Reflecting on past experiences, contemplative about various things.
Happened, action, baby, we never lasted
Acknowledging a failed relationship, where actions didn't lead to a lasting connection.
Magic, madness, maybe you was just gassin'
Considering the possibility that the romantic moments were exaggerated or insincere.
But it was better than I imagined
Despite doubts, the experience was better than expected.
Drastic acting, to you it was just practice
Describing intense actions that seemed like practice to one person but were significant to the other.
Sadness, mask it, hated you with a passion
Concealing sadness behind a mask, harboring strong negative feelings passionately.
Had it, granted, baby, I didn't cap it
Acknowledging the presence of something valuable but not fully embracing or capturing it.
'Cause it was better than I imagined
Reiterating that the experience was better than anticipated.
Thought it'd be worse 'cause it hurts me
Despite the pain, the expectation was worse, and the attachment makes it difficult to envision a different connection.
But still, I can't see myself with no one else
Expressing difficulty in imagining a life with someone else.
'Cause it was better than I imagined
Emphasizing that the past relationship exceeded expectations.
Better than I imagined
Repeating the sentiment that it was better than imagined.
Trust me, love me, no one could ever make you
Asserting trust and love, emphasizing uniqueness in the connection.
Stay true, hate to say it, but it's too late
Recognizing it's too late to maintain fidelity, acknowledging low expectations that the other couldn't meet.
My expectations too low, you can't relate to
Acknowledging low expectations and understanding the inability to relate to them.
Baby, but I don't blame you
Acknowledging the partner without blaming for the disconnect.
Baby, you were the one I always escaped to
Highlighting the partner as a source of escape and comfort.
Dated to replace you, maybe I'm just afraid to
Mentioning the attempt to replace the partner and the fear of facing emotions.
Phone you, need you to tell me if it's okay to
Expressing the need for reassurance and approval from the partner.
Is it okay?
Pleading for confirmation if the current emotional state is acceptable.
I thought it'd be worse 'cause it hurts me
Reiterating the pain but unable to envision life with someone else.
But still, I can't see myself with no one else
Reiterating the difficulty in imagining a future without the past partner.
'Cause it was better than I imagined
Stating that the past relationship surpassed expectations.
Better than I imagined
Repeating the sentiment that it was better than imagined.
'Cause it was better than I imagined
Emphasizing again that the past experience was better than anticipated.
Better than I imagined
Reiterating the sentiment that it was better than imagined.
Yeah, hey, um
Transitioning to a different perspective, possibly a voicemail or a message.
On the scramble to get a flight, I lost my phone, and
Explaining a chaotic situation involving travel and a lost phone.
I'm calling you from the hotel phone
Contacting the partner from a hotel phone due to the lost mobile device.
I couldn't get a flight back to the States
Sharing the difficulty in returning to the States, implying physical and emotional distance.
I realize you're the only number I know by heart
Recalling a shared memory of being together during a previous visit.
Last time I was here, we were together, remember?
Reflecting on a past attempt to express feelings that was interrupted.
I tried to tell you how I felt
Describing the attempt to communicate emotions and being stopped by the partner.
"I-," then you stopped me
Recounting the partner's advice not to ruin the moment, as it exceeded expectations.
And you said, "Don't ruin it
Quoting the partner's encouragement to cherish the present situation.
'Cause this is better than I could have ever imagined"
Reiterating that the current situation is better than imagined.
I hope you're okay staying inside
Expressing concern for the partner's well-being and emotional state.
I hope you're not lonely
Expressing hope that the partner is not lonely during the separation.
And I'll call again, maybe you'll answer
Expressing intention to call again, with uncertainty about the partner's response.
'Cause this is better than I could have ever imagined
Final affirmation that the current situation surpasses expectations.
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