Better Alone

Melanie C

About Better Alone

"Better Alone" is a song by British singer-songwriter, Melanie C. It was released as the second single from her third album Beautiful Intentions. The song is a piano-backed ballad which covers themes such as independence and emancipation from a stifling relationship. In the United Kingdom, it was available to purchase from iTunes and from the online shop on Melanie C's website, which sold a limited run of two physical CDs and a DVD single. It was also released in Australia, Italy, Sweden and Netherlands. In February 2006, after the success of First Day of My Life, "Better Alone" was released in Germany, Austria and Switzerland accompanied by a new music video, selling over 200,000 copies worldwide. 


Year:
2005
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I understand your point of view letting me go
But I thought you had more faith
Everything I've done for you
You made the mistakes and now you throw this in my face
And I have worked so hard for you all of this time and you cast me aside
I understand your point of view

But I can't seem to get my head around
All the things that I feel good about always seem to disappear
And every time I think I've got this all worked out
Something chews me up and spits me out
But there's nothing left to fear
I'm better alone my dear

You couldn't pick a better time to give me the news
Why don't you kick me when I'm down?
I'd always believed in you
Defended your name but you have not been true
I gave you so much of my life I've compromised and you tell me goodbye
You couldn't pick a better time

And I can't seem to get my head around
All the things that I feel good about always seem to disappear
And every time I think I've got this all worked out
Something chews me up and spits me out
But there's nothing left to fear
I'm better alone my dear

I know I really should thank you for setting me free
It's really amazing the changes I'm starting to feel
It's not gonna be long till I'm fit and strong
Deliverance helped me heal still I wonder if you ever wish you still had me

Will I ever get my head around
All the things that I feel good about that always seem to disappear
When every time I think I've got this all worked out
Something chews me up and spits me out
But there's nothing left to fear
No No No

I can't seem to get my head around
All the things that I feel good about that always seem to disappear
No No

And every time I think I've got this figured out
Something screws me up and drags me down
But there's nothing left to fear
I'm better alone my dear

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Melanie C

Melanie Jayne Chisholm (born 12 January 1974), professionally known as Melanie C, is an English singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, actress and television personality. She is one of the five members of the Spice Girls, in which she was nicknamed Sporty Spice and with whom she sold over 85 million records worldwide. Chisholm began her solo career in late 1998 by singing with Canadian rock singer Bryan Adams on the worldwide hit "When You're Gone". Her solo debut album Northern Star was released in 1999, reaching number 1 in Sweden and number 4 on the UK Albums Chart. It was certified internationally with seven platinum and three gold certifications, including triple-Platinum by the British Phonographic Industry, selling over 4 million copies worldwide, and becom… more »

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Written by: MELANIE CHISHOLM, PETER VETTESE

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing

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14 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Better Alone" by Melanie C is a single from her third solo studio album "Beautiful Intentions."
Release Information
The song was released on 5th September 2005 in the UK as the album’s second single.
Song Inspiration
The singer, Melanie C has cited her introspection and personal growth as key themes for her album and this song.
Chart Performance
Despite its passionate lyrics and powerful melody, the song's highest chart position was No. 24 on the UK Singles Chart.
Lyric Insight
"Better Alone" possesses arguably some of the artist's most personal lyrics, primarily focused on self-improvement without the need for companionship.
Video Information
The music video for the song features Melanie C performing on various stages and in different settings that represent solitude.
Mel C's Performance
She has often expressed her fondness for the track, regularly including "Better Alone" in her live setlists.
Co-writers
The song was co-written by Melanie C, Peter Vettese and Adam Argyle.
Sound Style
The song follows a pop-rock genre with elements of R&B.
Critical Reception
The song, despite not being a commercial success, was well received by fans and critics for its raw emotion and powerful vocals from Melanie.
Acoustic Version
An acoustic version of "Better Alone" also exists, highlighting Melanie C's vocal abilities even more.
Marketing Strategy
Interestingly, this song was only released as a single in the UK, while in other territories another song, "First Day Of My Life" was chosen from the album to be marketed as a single.
Melanie C’s Statement
She has stated that "Better Alone" is about taking responsibility for one's life and understanding that changes must come from within.
Album's Success
While "Better Alone" wasn't a breakout hit, the album "Beautiful Intentions" went Platinum in Germany and Gold in Switzerland.

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