You're My Better Half
Keith Urban
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Car door slams, it's been a long day at work I'm out on the freeway and I'm wondering if it's all worth The price that I pay, sometimes it doesn't seem fair I pull into the drive and you're standing there And you look at me And give me that come-here-baby smile It's all gonna be alright You take my hand You pull me close and you hold me tight [Chorus] And it's the sweet love that you give to me That makes me believe we can make it through anything 'Cause when it all comes down And I'm feeling like I'll never last I just lean on you 'cause baby You're my better half They say behind every man is a good woman But I think that's a lie 'Cause when it comes to you I'd rather have you by my side You don't know how much I count you to help me When I've given everything I got and I just feel like giving in And you look at me And give me that come-here-baby smile It's all gonna be alright You take my hand Yeah you pull me close and you hold me tight And it's the sweet love that you give to me That makes me believe we can make it through anything 'Cause when it all comes down And I'm feeling like I'll never last I just lean on you 'cause baby You're my better half Well, you take my hand Yeah you pull me close and I understand It's the sweet love that you give to me That makes me believe that we can make it through anything Oh baby, it's the sweet love that you give to me That makes me believe we can make it through anything 'Cause when it all comes down And I'm feeling like I'll never last I just lean on you 'cause baby You're my better half Oh, oh baby you're my better half Oh, hey baby you're my better half
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Written by: John Shanks, Keith Urban
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Release Information"You're My Better Half" was released in 2005 as part of Keith Urban's third American country music album "Be Here".
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Chart PerformanceIt was a successful hit, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard US Country Charts. It also reached the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100, demonstrating its crossover appeal.
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Song CreationThis song was written by Keith Urban and John Shanks. Shanks is a Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter who has worked with several noted music artists.
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PopularityThe track was the third single from the "Be Here" album and helped further establish Keith Urban's popularity in American country music.
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Music VideoIts music video was directed by Chris Hicky and features Keith performing in a stadium to a large crowd, emphasizing Urban's status as a major live act.
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Lyrics MeaningThe song's lyrics are a romantic tribute, speaking of a partner that provides balance, strength, and improvement to the singer's life.
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AcclaimKeith Urban's performance of "You're My Better Half" was widely praised for his vocal delivery and the song's catchy, uplifting melody.
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TourUrban performed "You're My Better Half" as part of his set during his "Alive in '05" concert tour, which marked one of his biggest tours at the time.
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SalesThe song was one of the major sellers from the album, contributing to "Be Here" becoming multiple-platinum certified by the RIAA.
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Radio Airplay"You're My Better Half" was a radio favorite and still receives considerable airplay on country radio stations today.
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Fan FavoriteIt remains a fan favorite and is often requested at Keith Urban concerts.
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Song InfluenceThe track has been cited as an influence by several upcoming country artists for its fusion of country storytelling with a catchy pop-rock sound.
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RecognitionThe song's success contributed to Urban winning Top Male Vocalist at the 2005 Academy of Country Music Awards.
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