These Days
3 Doors Down · 3 Doors Down [2008]
So clearly i can see lately that you don't know who i am
Everybody tried to tell me something that i never could believe
Stand back it seems so much different than it did in front of me
But i know
There's no good in lookin' back on yesterday
And wondering what could have happened then
You think you can give me what i want
You say, you say
I think i'm better off alone
These days, these days
Why should i put my trust in something that i never could believe
So one day you can find somethin better just to pack your things and leave
Loneliness is a friend for the moment but you won't walk out on me
I know
There's no good in lookin' back on yesterday
And wondering what could have happened then
You think you can give me what i want
You say, you say
I think i'm better off alone
These days, these days
I'm tired and i'm sick of waiting
Maybe i'll die alone
'cause i can't take another damn day
Of waiting here for you to come home to me
Yeah, yeah, baby, baby please
Tell me why
You think you can give me what i want
You say, you say
I think i'm better off alone
These days, these days
You think you can give me what i want
You say, you say
I think i'm better off alone
These days, these days
These Days
Released in 2008 on the album *3 Doors Down*, "These Days" is a defining track that solidified the band's transition from their early nu-metal roots to a more polished, radio-friendly rock sound. Featuring the iconic vocal performance of Ryan Reynolds, the song blends anthemic choruses with a driving rhythm that became a staple of their discography during this era. It exemplifies the group's ability to craft high-energy rock anthems that resonated with a broad audience, marking a significant chapter in their career alongside hits like "Train" and "It's Not My Time." The recording captures the band's evolution into a mainstream rock act while maintaining the emotional intensity characteristic of their earlier work.