Better Alone
Melanie C
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I understand your point of view letting me go But I thought you had more faith Everything I've done for you You made the mistakes and now you throw this in my face And I have worked so hard for you all of this time and you cast me aside I understand your point of view But I can't seem to get my head around All the things that I feel good about always seem to disappear And every time I think I've got this all worked out Something chews me up and spits me out But there's nothing left to fear I'm better alone my dear You couldn't pick a better time to give me the news Why don't you kick me when I'm down? I'd always believed in you Defended your name but you have not been true I gave you so much of my life I've compromised and you tell me goodbye You couldn't pick a better time And I can't seem to get my head around All the things that I feel good about always seem to disappear And every time I think I've got this all worked out Something chews me up and spits me out But there's nothing left to fear I'm better alone my dear I know I really should thank you for setting me free It's really amazing the changes I'm starting to feel It's not gonna be long till I'm fit and strong Deliverance helped me heal still I wonder if you ever wish you still had me Will I ever get my head around All the things that I feel good about that always seem to disappear When every time I think I've got this all worked out Something chews me up and spits me out But there's nothing left to fear No No No I can't seem to get my head around All the things that I feel good about that always seem to disappear No No And every time I think I've got this figured out Something screws me up and drags me down But there's nothing left to fear I'm better alone my dear
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Written by: MELANIE CHISHOLM, PETER VETTESE
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
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14 facts about this song
Album Classification"Better Alone" by Melanie C is a single from her third solo studio album "Beautiful Intentions."
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Release InformationThe song was released on 5th September 2005 in the UK as the album’s second single.
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Song InspirationThe singer, Melanie C has cited her introspection and personal growth as key themes for her album and this song.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its passionate lyrics and powerful melody, the song's highest chart position was No. 24 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Lyric Insight"Better Alone" possesses arguably some of the artist's most personal lyrics, primarily focused on self-improvement without the need for companionship.
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Video InformationThe music video for the song features Melanie C performing on various stages and in different settings that represent solitude.
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Mel C's PerformanceShe has often expressed her fondness for the track, regularly including "Better Alone" in her live setlists.
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Co-writersThe song was co-written by Melanie C, Peter Vettese and Adam Argyle.
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Sound StyleThe song follows a pop-rock genre with elements of R&B.
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Critical ReceptionThe song, despite not being a commercial success, was well received by fans and critics for its raw emotion and powerful vocals from Melanie.
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Acoustic VersionAn acoustic version of "Better Alone" also exists, highlighting Melanie C's vocal abilities even more.
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Marketing StrategyInterestingly, this song was only released as a single in the UK, while in other territories another song, "First Day Of My Life" was chosen from the album to be marketed as a single.
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Melanie C’s StatementShe has stated that "Better Alone" is about taking responsibility for one's life and understanding that changes must come from within.
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Album's SuccessWhile "Better Alone" wasn't a breakout hit, the album "Beautiful Intentions" went Platinum in Germany and Gold in Switzerland.
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