Better by You, Better than Me

Judas Priest

About Better by You, Better than Me

"Better by You, Better than Me" is a 1969 song by the English rock band Spooky Tooth. The song appeared on the album Spooky Two and was composed by keyboardist Gary Wright. In 1990, a 1978 cover version by heavy metal band Judas Priest was the subject of a much-publicized "subliminal message trial". The lawsuit alleged that the band's recording contained hidden messages which were responsible for influencing a pair of young men in Sparks, Nevada, to make a suicide pact in 1985. The case was eventually dismissed. 


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2011
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You could find a way to ease my passion
You listen to the blood flow in my veins
You hear the teaching of the wind
Tell her why I'm alive within
I can't find the words My mind is dead
It's better by you better than me

Guess you'll have to tell her how I tried
To speak up thoughts I've held so inside
Tell her now I got to go
Out in the streets and down the shore
Tell her the world's not much living for
It's better by you better than me

Everybody
Everybody knows
Everybody
Everybody knows
Better by you better than me

You can tell what I want it to be
You can say what I only can see
It's better by you better than me

Guess I'll have to change my way of living
Don't wanna really know the way I feel
Guess I'll learn to fight and kill
Tell her not to wait until
They'll find my blood upon her windowsill?
It's better by you better than me

Everybody
Everybody knows
Everybody
Everybody knows
Better by you better than me

You can say what I only can see
You can tell what I want it to be

It's better by you better than me

Better by you better than me

You can tell what I want it to be
You can say way all they can see

Better by you better than me
Better by you better than me
You can say way all they can see

You can tell what I want it to be

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Judas Priest

Judas Priest are a British heavy metal band formed in Birmingham, England in 1969. Known for twin lead guitars, a wide operatic vocal style, and for introducing the S&M leather-and-studs look into heavy metal, they have sold over 50 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: GARY WRIGHT

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6 facts about this song

Title & Artist
1. "Better By You, Better Than Me" is a song by the English rock band Spooky Tooth. 2. The song was later covered by British heavy metal band Judas Priest.
Spooky Tooth Version
3. The original version was released as a part of Spooky Tooth's album "Spooky Two" in 1969. 4. English musician Gary Wright, a member of Spooky Tooth, was the main writer of the song. 5. The song's lyrics hint at a turbulent relationship and plead for understanding from a partner.
Judas Priest Cover
6. Judas Priest notably covered the song for their 1978 album, "Stained Class." 7. This version added a heavier sound compared to the original Spooky Tooth version, marking it as a pioneering track in the new wave of British heavy metal. 8. Despite not being released as a single, the song became one of the standout tracks from the "Stained Class" album.
Controversies
9. Judas Priest's cover was a central piece of a major controversy in 1990 when they were taken to court over subliminal messages. 10. The song allegedly contained the hidden message "do it" when played backward, leading to claims it incited two young men in Nevada to attempt suicide in 1985. 11. The court case ended with the judge ruling in favor of Judas Priest, stating that subliminal messages, even if they were there, are not scientifically proven to have an impact on behavior. 12. The lawsuit over "Better By You, Better Than Me" marked a significant case regarding freedom of speech and censorship in music.
Impact & Legacy
13. Despite the controversy, the song has since become a classic in heavy metal and is frequently played at Judas Priest concerts. 14. The song is also recognized as an important evolution in the band's musical style.
Trivia
15. The Judas Priest's version of the song was recorded in a hurry to fill up space on their "Stained Class" album. 16. In 2017, it was included in the soundtrack for the popular video game, "Gran Turismo Sport". 17. According to Judas Priest band members, "Better By You, Better Than Me" was suggested by the band's record company and was the last tune recorded for the album. 18. The Judas Priest's cover measures at a tempo of 145 beats per minute.

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