Better
Brooke Fraser
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Take my shoulder back now Your head's too heavy for me Please don't come around here no more 'cause I asked you to stop And you wouldn't [Chorus] I would give anything to make you better I would give anything to point you to free I would give anything to help you realise I loved you 'til it killed me So my logic wouldn't hurt you I know you might blame me anyway Well I'm sorry, I'm so sorry [Chorus] [added] You're not helping yourself to me I've tried all the things they told me to do Trying to close up the wounds left open by you And if I seem doubtful, distrusting.....I am You said you wouldn't do it again You said you wouldn't do it again Anything just to try and help you see You ain't helping yourself by hurting me [I would give anything] Time to let you go, time for you to see [To make you better] You ain't helping yourself by hurting me [I would give anything] Anything just to try and help you see [To point you....to free] You ain't helping yourself by hurting me [I would give anything] Time to let you go, time for you to see [Oh, anything for you to help you realise] You ain't helping yourself by hurting me You're not helping yourself You're not helping yourself by hurting me
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Written by: BROOKE FRASER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song's Background"Better" is a song by New Zealand singer-songwriter Brooke Fraser, which is part of her third studio album "Flags".
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Atypical Pop StructureUnlike many popular songs that follow a verse-chorus-verse structure, "Better" does not have an official chorus, highlighting Fraser's unique songwriting approach.
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Album's Success"Better" comes from Fraser’s highly successful album "Flags", which reached number one on the New Zealand Albums Chart and went triple platinum in the country.
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Meaningful LyricsThe lyrics of "Better" address themes of personal struggle and overcoming challenges in life, representing Fraser’s keen ability to write emotionally impactful songs.
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Collaboration FactBrooke Fraser worked with an American producer, David Kosten, known for his work with Bat for Lashes and Everything Everything in producing the song "Better."
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Songwriting InspirationFraser has said in interviews that "Better" was inspired by her experiences and observations while travelling, particularly during her humanitarian trips.
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Awards & NominationsWhile "Better" itself didn't secure any awards, the album "Flags" it is part of, received the Best Contemporary Christian Music Album at the 2011 Dove Awards.
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Musical StyleBrooke Fraser's music, including the song "Better", combines elements of pop, folk and singer/songwriter genres, providing a diverse sonic palette.
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Spirituality InfluenceAs a member of the Christian music group Hillsong United, apparently, Fraser's faith influences her songwriting, which can be seen in the positive and uplifting message of "Better".
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Live Performances"Better" was frequently performed during Fraser's concerts and is often mentioned by fans as a highlight of her live shows, due to its powerful, emotive nature.
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