Oh, oh, oh
Got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you
Oh, I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time, do with my time
I wasn’t ever sure that I loved you
But I was always sure you would let me down
I wasn’t ever sure if I’d trust you
But I’m so goddamn sure my energy is just too precious to waste
So now you, now you wanna know me, wanna know me
You wanna know all about me, wanna know about me
But he can’t have me ’cause I left him alone
You know you wanna know me, you wanna know me
You wanna know all about me, wanna know about me
But he can’t have me ’cause I’m gone, no, no, no
That I, I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you
Oh, I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time, do with my time
Break it down
Oh I, better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you (Yes)
Wasn’t ever sure if I loved you
But I was always sure you would have loved me back
You had me right, right, right at my weakest, yeah
Now you’re hurting, I can see you’re mad
‘Cause you’re never gonna get that back
Now I know you wanna know me, wanna know me
You wanna know all about me, wanna know about me
But he can’t have me ’cause I left him alone
You know you wanna know me, you wanna know me
You wanna know all about me, wanna know about me
But he can’t have me ’cause I’m gone, no, no, no
That I, I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you
Oh, I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time, do with my time
Break it down
I’m sorry that it hurts you
No, I’m sorry I ain’t sorry
Aespa, big girls making money
Aespa, you’re our number one fan now, you can only see me at our sold out shows
Sold out show
Will I ever go back? (No)
Will I ever trip up? (No)
Will I ever pull up on him? (No)
Watch and see, ’bout to throw another rhythm on him (Oh, that)
I, I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you
Oh, I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time, do with my time
Break it down (Hey)
I got better things to do with my time
Hey
I got better things to do with my time
Hey
I’m sorry that it hurts you
No, I’m sorry I ain’t sorry
Aespa, big girls making money
Aespa, you’re our number one fan now, you can only see me at our sold out shows
Sold out show
Will I ever go back? (No)
Will I ever trip up? (No)
Will I ever pull up on him? (No)
Watch and see, ’bout to throw another rhythm on him
Finding Strength and Moving Forward
“Better Things” by aespa delivers a powerful message of self-worth and independence. The lyrics center on breaking free from a relationship that was filled with uncertainty and disappointment. Rather than dwelling on a love that was never fully reciprocated, the protagonist makes it clear that her time and energy are too valuable to waste. The repeated refrain, “I got better things to do with my time,” reinforces the theme of prioritizing oneself and moving on confidently.
Empowerment and Self-Respect
The song’s empowering tone is further amplified by aespa’s assertive delivery. Lines like “Aespa, big girls making money” and references to sold-out shows highlight the group’s growth and success, turning heartbreak into motivation. The lyrics send a clear signal: the past is behind, and there is no turning back. This anthem of self-respect encourages listeners to recognize their own value and focus on personal achievements.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Jonatan Gusmark, Ludvig Evers, Emily Kim, Moa Carlebecker, Michael Matosic, Paulina Cerrilla, Daniel Caesar, Ludwig Lindell
Release Year: 2023
Label: SM Entertainment