Be Like That

3 Doors Down

About Be Like That

"Be Like That" is a song by the American post-grunge band 3 Doors Down. It was released in June 2001 as the fourth single from their debut album, The Better Life. It peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the U. S. for the week ending November 10, 2001. A version of the song with minor lyrical changes was made, for the movie American Pie 2, and was featured on the movie's soundtrack.


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He spends his nights in California
Watching the stars on the big screen
And then he lies awake and he wonders
Why can't that be me?

'Cause in his life he is filled
With all these good intentions
He's left a lot of things
He'd rather not mention right now

Just before he says goodnight
He looks up with a little smile at me
And he says

If I could be like that
Well I would give anything
Just to live one day in
In those shoes

If I could be like that
What would I do?
What would I do?

Now in dreams we run

She spends her days up in the north park
Watching the people as they pass
And all she wants is just a little piece of this dreams
Is that too much to ask?

With a safe home and a warm bed
On a quiet little street
All she wants is just that something to hold on to
That's all she needs

Yeah, if I could be like that
Well I would give anything
Just to live one day in
In those shoes

If I could be like that
What would I do?
What would I do? Yeah yeah yeh oh oh

I'm falling into this 
In dreams we run away

If I could be like that
Well I would give anything
Just to live one day
In those shoes

If I could be like that
What would I do?
What would I do?

If I could be like that
I would give anything
Just to live one day
In those shoes

If I could be like that
What would I do?
What would I do?

If I could be like that
I would give anything
Just to live one day
In those shoes

If I could be like that?
What would I do?
Lord what would I do? Yeah yeah

Falling in
I feel I am falling in
To this again

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3 Doors Down

3 Doors Down is an American rock band from Escatawpa, Mississippi formed in 1996. The band originally consisted of Brad Arnold (vocals/drums), Todd Harrell (bass) and Matt Roberts (guitar). They took in Chris Henderson in the very early days of The Better Life's creation and released the album as a 4 piece band. Richard Liles played drums for the band during their touring stint on that record. From 2002 - 2005 The band hired Daniel Adair as a "touring" drummer and took off to play nearly 1000 shows as this formation all across the world in support of their hugely successful 'Away From The Sun' album. In 2005, when Daniel Adair was hired full-time by Nickelback, 3 Doors Down took on Greg Upchurch (Puddle Of Mudd) to play drums full-time. In 2012; the band rele… more »

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Written by: BRADLEY KIRK ARNOLD, CHRISTOPHER LEE HENDERSON

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Lyrics and Themes
"Be Like That" is a song written by 3 Doors Down’s lead vocalist Brad Arnold and the band's guitarist Matt Roberts. The song's lyrics reflect on the simpler times of childhood and the longing to return to ones’s more innocent days.
Release and Popularity
The song "Be Like That" was released in 2001 on 3 Doors Down’s debut album "The Better Life". It was the fourth single from the album and reached number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, making it one of the band's most popular songs.
Music Genre
The song is known for its post-grunge and alternative rock sounds. These genres were particularly popular during the late 1990s and early 2000s when "Be Like That" was released.
Music Video
The music video of "Be Like That", directed by Liz Friedlander, primarily features the band performing the song interspersed with scenes from the film "American Pie 2".
Album Success
"The Better Life", the album where "Be Like That" appears, had a huge commercial success. It peaked at number seven on the Billboard 200, and has been certified six times platinum in the United States.
Movie Soundtrack
"Be Like That" was also featured in the soundtrack of the 2001 movie "American Pie 2". The song was modified for the movie and included additional lyrics. This version is often referred to as "The American Pie 2 Edit".
Recognition
In 2001, "Be Like That" was nominated for Billboard Music Award for Modern Rock Track of the Year.
Band's Background
3 Doors Down was formed in 1996, five years before the release of "Be Like That". Originally from Mississippi, they gained international fame with their first single "Kryptonite".
Song's Influence
Even after two decades, "Be Like That" continues to resonate with audiences around the world, emphasizing 3 Doors Down's enduring influence on rock music.
Live Performances
"Be Like That" has consistently been included in 3 Doors Down’s live performances and concerts since its release, showcasing its longevity and popularity within the band's catalogue.

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