Yeah, I love women and power
We used to sit and talk for hours on the balcony
My condo, play your favorite Sade (Sade)
No love lost, just the perfect soulmate, that’s all
It’s my fault, caught in a rupture
Should’ve been you I was touchin’, I knew it wasn’t
My ego, I was buzzin’ but not like how you wanted (Wanted)
Too busy tryna flaunt it, like I just bought it (Bought it)
You know them bitches ’round you can’t hold water
This s’posed to be our moment
These pills set it (Set in), I’m feelin’ better (Better)
Called you to tell you I love you
But you busy with some other shit, I’m guessin’
No texts, no proof, no voice messages (‘ages)
How we become enemies so effortless? (‘less)
Or was I blind while you was naked?
Or high when you was level?
Know time is of the essence
No lie, I live and regret it (Regret it)
Decisions I made, embedded in my mind
Hate to admit it (Admit it), but I gotta say it one time (One time)
Should’ve treated you right (Damn)
But every night I was livin’ life in the fast lane
I should’ve put my focus on you
In the club every night
I just get it wrong when you do right
And I keep just fillin’ your head with the lies
Oh baby, this shit comes with a price
A nigga should’ve loved you better
Oh-oh, oh-oh
Coulda did you right
A nigga should’ve loved you better
Now you’re outta sight, still on my mind
Oh baby
A nigga should’ve loved you better
Shoulda took the time, gave you all my time
Oh-whoa
Now you’re outta sight, still on my mind
Oh baby
A nigga should’ve loved you
What happened to me, babe?
This ain’t who you fell in love with
You say you need space
Don’t do this
Just look at me, one more time
I know I fucked up but I’m tryin’ to please you
I’ma give you all
And your heartache and pain’s gonna stop
Baby, right here
Don’t walk away
There is no one left to call
Don’t wanna be alone when you disappear
I know I hurt you more than three times (I’m sorry)
Now you need me time (No, oh)
The fuck I’m s’posed to do in the meantime? (Then she)
Then she told me, “Figure it out”
Should’ve treated you right
But every night I was livin’ life in the fast lane
I should’ve put my focus on you
In the club every night
I just get it wrong when you do right
And I keep just fillin’ your head with the lies
Oh baby, this shit comes with a price
A nigga should’ve loved you better
Should’ve did you right
Oh-oh, oh-oh
Coulda did you right
A nigga should’ve loved you better
Now you’re outta sight, still on my mind
Oh baby
A nigga should’ve loved you better
Shoulda took the time, gave you all my time
Oh-whoa
Now you’re outta sight, still on my mind
Oh baby
A nigga should’ve loved you
A nigga should’ve loved you
A nigga should’ve loved you
Exploring Regret and Reflection in “Better”
Chris Brown’s “Better” dives deep into the emotional complexities of regret and lost love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man reflecting on a relationship that slipped away due to his own actions and distractions. The song’s protagonist acknowledges his mistakes—prioritizing nightlife and ego over genuine connection—and the subsequent pain of watching his soulmate drift away. The repeated confession, “should’ve loved you better,” underscores a profound sense of remorse and longing for what could have been. Brown’s candid storytelling and emotive delivery invite listeners to empathize with the struggle of recognizing one’s faults only after it’s too late.
Song Credits
- Artist: Chris Brown
- Release Year: 2024