Better Man Lyrics – Pearl Jam
Better Man Song Lyrics
[Verse 1: Eddie Vedder]
Waitin', watching the clock
It's four o'clock, it's got to stop
Tell him, take no more, she practices her speech
As he opens the door, she rolls over
Pretends to sleep as he looks her over
[Chorus: Eddie Vedder]
She lies and says she's in love with him
Can't find a better man
She dreams in color, she dreams in red
Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Oh
[Verse 2: Eddie Vedder]
Talking to herself, "There's no one else
Who needs to know, " she tells herself
Memories back when she was bold and strong
And waiting for the world to come along
Swears she knew him, now she swears he's gone
[Chorus: Eddie Vedder]
She lies and says she's in love with him
Can't find a better man
She dreams in color, she dreams in red
Can't find a better man
She lies and says she still loves him
Can't find a better man
She dreams in color, she dreams in red
Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
[Bridge: Eddie Vedder]
She loved him, yeah
She don't want to leave this way
She feeds him, yeah
That's why she'll be back again
[Outro: Eddie Vedder]
Can't find a better man (Can't find a better man)
Can't find a better man (Can't find a better man)
Can't find a better man (Can't find a better man)
Can't find a better...
Man
Better Man Lyrics Explained
The lyrics of "Better Man" by Pearl Jam tell a story of a woman stuck in a relationship that has lost its love and strength. She pretends to be content but struggles with the memories of a once-bold self. The chorus reflects her longing for a better man, while the bridge hints at a cycle of returning to the same flawed relationship.
[Verse 1]
The woman is waiting, watching the clock, realizing the relationship has to end. She practices a speech but pretends to sleep as her partner enters. The lyrics capture the tension and unease in a deteriorating relationship.
[Chorus]
The woman lies about being in love, desperately seeking a "better man" and dreaming in color, possibly symbolizing a more vibrant and fulfilling life. The repetition emphasizes her quest for something more, something superior in her romantic life.
[Verse 2]
She talks to herself, keeping secrets, remembering a time when she was strong and bold. The lyrics suggest a loss of identity and a longing for the past. She swears she knew her partner, but now she believes he's gone, perhaps changed or lost.
[Chorus]
Repeating the chorus underscores her struggle to find love and fulfillment in the relationship. The mention of dreaming in color implies a desire for a more vivid and emotionally rich experience.
[Bridge]
The bridge reveals that she once loved him but doesn't want to leave. She feeds him, suggesting a sense of responsibility or dependence. The cyclical nature is hinted as she'll be back again, trapped in a pattern of leaving and returning.
[Outro]
The repeated plea to find a "better man" echoes her yearning for an improved relationship. The final lines emphasize the struggle and frustration of searching for something that seems elusive and unattainable. The repetition reflects the ongoing cycle of seeking a better life but finding herself stuck.
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Cast & Crew
- Album
- Pearl Jam (Singles)
- Artist / Band
- Producer(s)
- Pearl Jam & Brendan O’Brien
- Writter(s)
- Eddie Vedder
- Released On
- November 22, 1994
Pearl Jam (Singles) Songs
- 1.Alive
- 2.Better Man
- 3.Black
- 4.Dark Matter
- 5.Daughter
- 6.Even Flow
- 7.Jeremy
- 8.Release
- 9.Yellow Ledbetter
Pearl Jam Albums
FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Better Man" song?
"Better Man" song is sung by Pearl Jam.
Who is the lyrics writer of "Better Man" song?
"Better Man" song lyrics written by Eddie Vedder.
Who is the music producer of "Better Man" song?
"Better Man" song music composed & produced by Pearl Jam & Brendan O’Brien.
When was "Better Man" song released?
"Better Man" song was released on November 22, 1994.