Better Man

Pearl Jam

About Better Man

"Better Man" is a song by the American rock band Pearl Jam. It is the eleventh track on the band's third studio album, Vitalogy (1994). The song was written by vocalist Eddie Vedder. Despite the lack of a commercial single release, "Better Man" reached the top of the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and spent a total of eight weeks at number one. The song was included on Pearl Jam's 2004 greatest hits album, rearviewmirror (Greatest Hits 1991–2003).


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1994
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Waitin', watchin' the clock, it's four o'clock, it's got to stop
Tell him, take no more, she practices her speech
As he opens the door, she rolls over
Pretends to sleep as he looks her over

She lies and says she's in love with him, can't find a better man
She dreams in colour, she dreams in red, can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Oh

Talkin' to herself, there's no one else who needs to know
She tells herself, oh
Memories back when she was bold and strong
And waiting for the world to come along
Swears she knew it, now she swears he's gone

She lies and says she's in love with him, can't find a better man
She dreams in colour, she dreams in red, can't find a better man
She lies and says she still loves him, can't find a better man
She dreams in colour, she dreams in red, can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Yeah

She loved him, yeah, she don't want to leave this way
She feeds him, yeah, that's why she'll be back again

Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man
Can't find a better man

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Pearl Jam

Pearl Jam is an American rock band that formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), and Mike McCready (guitar). The band's current drummer is Matt Cameron, also of Soundgarden, who has been with the band since 1998. more »

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Written by: Eddie Jerome Vedder

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11 facts about this song

Origin
The song "Better Man" was written by Pearl Jam's lead vocalist Eddie Vedder before the foundation of Pearl Jam. In fact, it was considered potentially one of the first songs he ever wrote.
Release
It was officially released as the fourth single from their third studio album, "Vitalogy," in 1994.
Chart Performance
Despite not being released as a commercial single in the U.S, "Better Man" managed to reach number one on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Global Recognition
It was also well received internationally, notably reached the top of the charts in Canada and peaked inside the top ten in Australia.
Acclaimed Lyrics
The song is known for its powerful lyrics that discuss the torment of a woman in an abusive relationship, holding onto the faint hope that her partner will change.
Live Performances
Pearl Jam often change the intro of the song when performing it live. In fact, Eddie Vedder once sang a version with the ongoing introduction of The Beatles' "You've Got to Hide Your Love Away."
Initial Reception within the Band
Initially, "Better Man" was rejected for Pearl Jam’s debut album due to the band feeling that it might come off as too commercial or mainstream.
Notable Accolade
In 2011, the song was ranked by Rolling Stone as the 29th best song of the 90s.
Usage in Media
The song is not only loved by fans but has also been featured in an array of TV shows, including "Friends", "ER" and "Cold Case".
Personal Ties
Vedder revealed in many interviews that he wrote "Better Man" about the problematic relationship between his mother and his stepfather.
Cover Versions
Several cover versions of "Better Man" have been created over the years, notably by artists such as Little Big Town, who made more of a country cover which also reached some success.

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