Better

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"Better" is a song by Australian rock band The Screaming Jets. The song was released in February 1991 as the official lead single from their debut studio album All for One (1991). The song peaked at number 4 on the ARIA Charts and was certified gold. In January 2018, as part of Triple M's "Ozzest 100", the 'most Australian' songs of all time, "Better" was ranked number 15.


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2008
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Still didn't know what happened
When you knocked upon my door
The things you had, the life you lived
All the dreams you had before.
Your eyes you face your heart and soul
You know they said it all
What happened on that day back then
The moment hurt us all

Now you can see the reason why not everyone's the same
And you don't have to please them, or try hard to save your name

They said you'd never get anywhere,
Well they don't care and it's just not fair
That you know, and I know better.
They said you'd never get anywhere,
Well they don't care and it's just not fair
That you know, and I know better.
(Yes I do)

Well the days go by and you wonder why, "is this really true?"
Your heart says "No" but your feelings show everything you never knew
But you and I, we knew deep down, that ain't really you
We always knew that it'd work out right and we could start anew

Now you can see the reason why not everyone's the same
And you don't have to please them, or try hard to save your name

They said you'd never get anywhere,
Well they don't care and it's just not fair
That you know, and I know better.
They said you'd never get anywhere,
Well they don't care and it's just not fair
That you know, and I know better.

Well things ain't always what they seem
So wake up man get outta your dreams
Things ain't always what they seem so wake up!
Well things ain't always what they seem
Wake up man, you're in my dreams!
Things ain't always...

Oh now you can see the reason why not everyone's the same
And you don't have to please them, or try hard

They said you'd never get anywhere,
Well they don't care and it's just not fair
That you know, and I know better.
They said you'd never get anywhere,
Well they don't care and it's just not fair
That you know, and I know better.
They said you'd never get anywhere,
Well they don't care and it's just not fair
That you know, and I know better

A one, two, three, four, they said you'd never get anywhere,
Well they don't care and it's just not fair

You're never ever gonna get anywhere
That's what they tell me

Never, never, never, never, never, never, never gonna get anywhere
They don't care, and that's not fair!

They said you'd never get anywhere
They don't care and it's just not fair
That you know, and I know (better)

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Screaming Jets

The Screaming Jets are an Australian hard rock band formed in Newcastle, Australia, in 1989 by frontman Dave Gleeson (vocals), Paul Woseen (bass guitar), Grant Walmsley (guitar), Richard Lara (guitar), and Brad Heaney (drums). The band has three albums that peaked in the top five on the Australian ARIA Charts: All for One (1991), Tear of Thought (1992), and The Screaming Jets (1995). Their 1991 single "Better" reached No. 4 on the related singles chart. Walmsley left in 2007 and formed his own band. In 2013, bassist Paul Woseen released an acoustic solo album, Bombido. more »

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Written by: HARPER JAMES SIMON, EDIE ARLISA BRICKELL, YUKA HONDA

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Music Genre
"Better" by Screaming Jets is a well-known Australian rock song that falls under the category of Hard Rock and Pub Rock.
Band’s Origin
The Screaming Jets is an Australian rock band acquired fame both nationally and internationally. Notably, "Better" is one of their most famous songs.
Release Date
"Better" was first released as a part of The Screaming Jets’ debut studio album "All For One" in 1991.
Chart Performance
The song performed exceptionally on Australian hit charts, clinching the 4th position on the ARIA Singles Chart.
Authorship
The song was written by the band's lead vocalist, Dave Gleeson, along with Grant Walmsley, the group's rhythm guitarist.
Music Video
The music video for "Better" is quite distinctive, featuring members of the band performing the song in a cloudy, smoke-filled room.
Awards
The album "All for One" that includes "Better" was nominated for the "Breakthrough Artist – Album" in the ARIA Music Awards 1991.
International Reach
The Screaming Jets and their music, "Better", garnered a sizable international audience, heads the US Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart at number 29.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists over the years. Notably, Australian band Grinspoon included their cover of "Better" on the tribute album, "The Power & The Passion" in 2001.
Song’s Message
The Lyrics to "Better" express a deep sense of dissatisfaction and a desire for change, which resonated with many fans and contemporary youths during its time of release.

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