Better Now
Post Malone
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You probably think that you are better now, better now You only say that 'cause I'm not around, not around You know I never meant to let you down, let you down Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything You know I say that I am better now, better now I only say that 'cause you're not around, not around You know I never meant to let you down, let you down Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything, oh whoa I did not believe that it would end, no Everything came second to the Benzo You're not even speaking to my friends, no You knew all my uncles and my aunts though Twenty candles, blow 'em out and open your eyes We were looking forward to the rest of our lives Used to keep my picture posted by your bedside Now it's in your dresser with the socks you don't like And I'm rollin', rollin', rollin', rollin' With my brothers like it's Jonas, Jonas Drinkin' Henney and I'm tryna forget But I can't get this shit outta my head You probably think that you are better now, better now You only say that 'cause I'm not around, not around You know I never meant to let you down, let you down Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything You know I say that I am better now, better now I only say that 'cause you're not around, not around You know I never meant to let you down, let you down Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything, oh whoa I seen you with your other dude He seemed like he was pretty cool I was so broken over you Life, it goes on, what can you do? I just wonder what it's gonna take (what's it gonna take?) Another foreign or a bigger chain (bigger chain) Because no matter how my life has changed (matter how my life has changed) I keep on looking back on better days You probably think that you are better now, better now You only say that 'cause I'm not around, not around You know I never meant to let you down, let you down Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything You know I say that I am better now, better now I only say that 'cause you're not around, not around You know I never meant to let you down, let you down Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything, oh whoa I promise I swear to you, I'll be okay You're only the love of my life You probably think that you are better now, better now You only say that 'cause I'm not around, not around You know I never meant to let you down, let you down Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything You know I say that I am better now, better now I only say that 'cause you're not around, not around You know I never meant to let you down, let you down Woulda gave you anything, woulda gave you everything, oh whoa
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Written by: Austin Richard Post, Carl Austin Rosen, Kaan Gunesberk, Louis Russell Bell, William Thomas Walsh, Adam King Feeney
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Release Details"Better Now" is a song by American rapper and singer Post Malone, released on his second studio album titled "Beerbongs & Bentleys" in 2018.
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Chart PerformanceThe song soared in music charts worldwide, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Certified PlatinumThe song earned a 6x platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying over 6 million units sold.
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Grammy NominationDue to its immense popularity, the album "Beerbongs & Bentleys", which included the hit single "Better Now", was nominated for Album of the Year at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.
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Song MeaningThe song is about the end of a romantic relationship and the longing that follows. It reflects Post Malone's personal experiences, demonstrating his ability to deliver emotive and personal lyrics.
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CollaboratorsThe successful track was produced by Frank Dukes and Louis Bell and co-written by Post Malone, Louis Bell, Frank Dukes, Billy Walsh and Kaan Gunesberk.
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Music VideoA performance music video of "Better Now" was released on October 5, 2018, and currently has well over 200 million views on YouTube.
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International SuccessIt was also successful internationally, reaching the top of the charts in several countries, including Canada, where it peaked at number two on the Canadian Hot 100.
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Live PerformancesPost Malone has performed "Better Now" at numerous live shows and music festivals, including his appearance on the BBC Radio 1 stage at the 2018 Reading Festival.
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Critic ReviewsCritics praised its catchy chorus and Post Malone's emotive and sincere singing, with some considering it one of the top songs of 2018. Rolling Stone magazine specifically called out "Better Now" as a standout track on the album.
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Use in Media"Better Now" has been used in several media, including video games like "NBA 2K19", television series, and YouTube compilations, which has further contributed to its popularity.
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