Better Life
40 Below Summer · The Mourning After
It's kinda hard when it keeps getting colder inside
There's no heart just a place where the souls been all torn apart
No chance for repentance the world is a prison and life is a sentence
I can't redefine the surroundings that found me and keep me denied
This pain's just a part of me and it's hard to breathe
I'm always here on the outside
It all seems so far away there's gotta be a better life
A better life
In this would made of plastic
I can bend and stretch like elastic
No sign of the sun it's just a barrel a handle a gun
Unwhole in this madness no redemption I'm drowning in sadness
Alone crucified by the pain and the sorrow that keeps me alive
This pain's just a part of me and it's hard to breathe
I'm always here on the outside
It all seems so far away there's gotta be a better life
A better life
Life
A better life
A better life
A better life
I don't want to feel this; I can't hope to heal this
I can't cope with everything inside
I don't want to feel this; I can't hope to heal this
I can't cope with everything inside
This pain's just a part of me and it's hard to breathe
I'm always here on the outside
It all seems so far away there's gotta be a better life
A better life
This pain's just a part of me and it's hard to breathe
I'm always here on the outside
It all seems so far away there's gotta be a better life
A better life
Better Life
Released on the 2011 album The Mourning After, 'Better Life' is a standout track by the Australian indie pop duo 40 Below Summer. The song exemplifies the group's signature blend of jangly guitar riffs, melodic hooks, and introspective lyrics that explore themes of personal growth and optimism. As a centerpiece of their discography, the recording showcases their ability to craft uplifting anthems that resonate with listeners seeking hope amidst introspection. Alongside other tracks on The Mourning After and their earlier work on Invitation To The Dance, 'Better Life' solidified their reputation as a key voice in the modern indie scene, characterized by their polished production and emotionally resonant songwriting.