Better Day
Ocean Colour Scene
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Sonny signed his name up for tomorrow and laughed with all his friends At all the little men who borrows tunes they heard just yesterday Davey got us down but we got away and drank to all the days That we had whiled away just playing Robin Hood a little out of phase And then the nightmares come and you get blown away And up in your room, your walls are cold You find your head is holding out for the welcome of a better day And then the nightmares come and you get blown away And up in your room, your walls are getting colder Like you're getting on a roller coaster, you can't find the breaks Stevie burned the sky when he flew away and left us things to say When all the world was falling down around our shoulders, cold and gray Harry carried on in his usual way and Minnie went inside And came out once and we both cried and Minnie blew my head away When you're giving everything away, everybody lets you pay You're saving up for a better day, seeing things in a better way When you know you've got to live, there's nothing you won't give To hear the phone and not let it ring every Monday morning Shughie found love and he almost cried, we laughed and wondered why We love the sky and found the space and gazed out over Stevie's plane
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Written by: DAMON MINCHELLA, OSCAR LLOYD HARRISON, SIMON FOWLER, STEPHEN CRADOCK
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Artist Background"Better Day" is a song by the British rock band, Ocean Colour Scene. The band was prominent during the Britpop movement of the mid-1990s.
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Song ReleaseThe track "Better Day" was released on 23rd June 1997, as the second single from their hit multi-platinum selling album "Marchin' Already".
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UK Hit"Better Day" peaked at number 9 in the UK Singles Chart, cementing the band's reputation as one of the UK's most popular bands of the time.
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SongwritingThe song was written by the entire band - Simon Fowler, Steve Cradock, Oscar Harrison and Damon Minchella.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Better Day" is filmed in black and white which creates a simple yet impactful visual.
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Consistent SoundThe band's distinctive blend of 60's-style blues rock and modern Britpop is heavily showcased in "Better Day", with a catchy tune and honest lyrics.
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Live Performances“Better Day” is often performed on the band's live concerts and is favorite among fans.
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Lyric NotationsThe lyrics to "Better Day" contain strong images of unity and resilience in the face of challenges, which resonated deeply with many listeners.
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Chart RankingsApart from its peak at number 9, the song stayed in the UK top 100 for three weeks, reflecting its popularity.
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Band RecognitionThe success of songs like "Better Day" established Ocean Colour Scene as a signature player in the Britpop movement, which included other iconic bands like Oasis and Blur.
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Music StructureLike many of the band's songs, “Better Day” incorporates traditional rock instruments including guitars, drums and bass, along with powerful lead vocals.
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Critical Reception"Better Day" has been critically acclaimed for its meaningful lyrics, classic rock sound, and powerful performances, contributing to the band's legacy in British rock music.
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Cover VersionsAlthough there hasn't been any official cover versions by prominent artists, "Better Day" has spawned several amateur covers and remixes online.
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