Better Than I Know Myself
Adam Lambert
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Cold as ice And more bitter than a December Winter night That's how I treated you And I know that I I sometimes tend to loose my temper And I cross the line Yeah that's the truth I know it gets hard sometimes But I could never Leave your side No matter what I say 'Cause if I wanted to go I would've gone by now but I really need you near me To keep my mind off the edge If I wanted to leave I would've left by now But you're the only one that knows me Better than I know myself All along I tried to pretend it didn't matter If I was alone Deep down I know If you were gone For even a day I wouldn't know which way to turn 'Cause I'm lost without you I know it gets hard sometimes But I could never Leave your side No matter what I say 'Cause if I wanted to go I would've gone by now But I really need you near me To keep my mind off the edge If I wanted to leave I would've left by now But you're the only one that knows me Better than I know myself I get kind of dark Let it go to far I can be obnoxious at times But try and see my heart 'Cause I need you now So don't let me down You are the only thing in this world I would die without 'Cause if I wanted to go I would've gone by now but I really need you near me To keep my mind off the edge If I wanted to leave I would've left by now But you're the only one that knows me Better than I know myself 'Cause if I wanted to go I would've gone by now but I really need you near me To keep my mind off the edge If I wanted to leave I would've left by now But you're the only one that knows me Better than I know my self
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Written by: CLAUDE KELLY, HENRY WALTER, JOSHUA EMANUEL COLEMAN, LUKASZ GOTTWALD
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Better Than I Know Myself" was released on December 20, 2011.
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Album DetailThis song is the lead single from Adam Lambert's second studio album, "Trespassing."
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Charts PerformanceThe song reached #76 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and peaked at #10 on the Billboard Dance Club chart. It was also a top ten hit in Japan and South Korea.
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Awards & CertificationsIn 2013, it received gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling over half a million copies.
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Musical CompositionThe song is a synth-pop ballad with elements of rock, showcasing Lambert's incredible vocal range and control.
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by Ray Kay, portrays the theme of duality, presenting two versions of Adam Lambert: one orderly and meticulous, the other wild and uncontrollable.
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Song LyricsThe song talks about knowing oneself and their own weaknesses better than anyone else.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mostly positive reviews from music critics who praised Lambert's vocal performance, although some wished for more innovation.
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SongwritersIt was co-written by famed singer-songwriter, producer, and multiple Grammy winner Dr. Luke, along with Claude Kelly and Cirkut.
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Live PerformancesAdam Lambert performed "Better Than I Know Myself" on multiple platforms including 'The Tonight Show with Jay Leno' and 'Ellen DeGeneres Show'.
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Track LengthThe song has a duration of approximately 3 minutes and 36 seconds.
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