Bitter Is Better

Kim Wilde

About Bitter Is Better

"Bitter is Better" is a song by British singer Kim Wilde, first recorded in 1981. In 1982, it was used in support of a Japanese commercial for the B&L Bitter Lemon brand, and was subsequently released in that country as a single. It was also an extra track on the Japanese release of Wilde's second album, Select. The song remained unreleased in any other country until 1984 when it was released as a single in France in support of The Very Best of Kim Wilde compilation (even though the track itself was not on that album). It later appeared on a French-issued compilation entitled Top 16 and for many years was considered a rarity. It finally gained Europe-wide release in 2006 as part of the compilation The Hits Collection. This also marked the first occasion the track appeared on the CD format. 


Year:
2006
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Written by m. tsuchiya & b. crunchfield

You lay me down in satin sheets softly
You're movin' slow
It's gonna be everything just for me
I know how you want to love me

Your love is sweet, I'm going down easy
But I don't know
What I'm doing here anyway, it's not me
I don't like what I feel
It's so oh woh unreal
You better leave

You go I call the stranger in black
But can't you see you're on the wrong track
Tonight I face the danger of love that knows no promises
Alive I know I'm not coming back

Bitter is better
I gotta stop and walk away
Bitter is better
Your kind of love is not for me
Bitter is better
Locked away in your lovin' sweetness
Lost the key and I just don't need this

I'm not the woman you were looking for anyway
High on a pedestal, lillywhite
Givin' me diamond rings
You're just too much for me
I'll lose my sanity
You better leave

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Kim Wilde

Kim Wilde (born Kim Smith, 18 November 1960) is an English pop singer, author and television presenter who burst onto the music scene in 1981 with the number 2 UK Singles Chart New Wave classic "Kids in America". In 1983, Wilde received the Brit Award for Best British Female. In 1987 she had a major hit in the US when her version of The Supremes' classic "You Keep Me Hangin' On" topped the charts. Starting in 1998, while still active in music, she has branched into an alternative career as a landscape gardener. more »

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Written by: BILL CRUTCHFIELD, TSUCHIYA MASAMI

Lyrics © JASRAC

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11 facts about this song

Genre
"Bitter Is Better" is a pop song, the genre that Kim Wilde is best known for.
Release Date
It was released in 1981 as part of Kim Wilde's debut album titled "Kim Wilde."
Album Success
The album "Kim Wilde" shot up to be a great success, reaching number 3 in the UK albums chart, which in turn elevated the popularity of "Bitter Is Better."
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "Bitter Is Better" are about facing down and overcoming life's difficulties. The lyrics hint at Wilde's philosophy of life, making the song an anthem of resilience.
Musical Artistry
Though not released as a single, "Bitter Is Better" showcases Kim Wilde's striking vocal abilities and her knack for catchy, memorable pop hooks.
Production Team
The song was written and produced by Kim's father, rock-n-roll artist Marty Wilde, and her brother, Ricky Wilde. This familial collaboration likely influenced the authentic emotion captured in the track.
Musical Arrangement
"Bitter Is Better" is marked by a typical 80s synth-dominated arrangement. The fast rhythm and enigmatic keyboard lines contribute to the energetic, electrified aura of the song.
Cover Art
On the cover of the album "Kim Wilde," where the song is featured, Kim poses in a black leather jacket, an image that underlines the confident and independent theme of "Bitter Is Better."
Pop Culture Impact
While "Bitter Is Better" was not as famous as some of her other hits like "Kids in America," it remains a hidden gem in her discography, appreciated by long-time fans
Live Performances
The song had been performed live by Kim Wilde during her concerts, increasing its popularity among her fan base.
Lyrics Perseverance
"Bitter Is Better" remains relevant years after its release, with its message of optimism and resilience, serving as a reminder of the singer's ability to craft timeless, inspiring music.

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