Better Than That – English Lyrics

• By: MARINA AND THE DIAMONDS
• Album: FROOT

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the raw and direct language of "Better Than That" by MARINA, a standout track from her 2015 album "Froot." This song offers a fascinating glimpse into Marina's lyrical prowess as she tackles themes of betrayal and self-worth with a distinct, sassy tone and classic rock influences. Learning the lyrics to this song can enhance your English vocabulary related to relationships and strong emotional expression, while its unique sound provides an excellent opportunity to explore modern pop with an alternative edge.

[English]

 ♪ You're just another in a long line of men she screwed ♪ 

 ♪ Just another in a long line of men she knew ♪ 

 ♪ Oh yes she did, yeah she did what she wanted to do ♪ 

 ♪ Like all the boys before ♪ 

 ♪ Another dream come true ♪ 

 ♪ It's a power, it's a power, it's a power move ♪ 

 ♪ And while I'm not quite sure what she's trying to prove ♪ 

 ♪ They all say she's got low self-esteem ♪ 

 ♪ So, why is she looking like the cat who got the cream ♪ 

 ♪ But you, you can do better than ♪ 

 ♪ You can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ I know you've been feeling sad ♪ 

 ♪ I've got no right to be mad, mad ♪ 

 ♪ But you can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ And I know that you're not to blame ♪ 

 ♪ You just got caught in the game, game ♪ 

 ♪ But you can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪   ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Ooh ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪   ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Ooh ♪ 

 ♪ She's the apple of everybody's eye ♪ 

 ♪ With an angel voice, devil in disguise ♪ 

 ♪ Got a sour face like a poisoned fruit ♪ 

 ♪ That the boys can taste 'til they're out of use ♪ 

 ♪ And she'll network 'til her dreams come true ♪ 

 ♪ Even if it means getting into bed with you ♪ 

 ♪ Everybody's friend, does it ring a bell ♪ 

 ♪ I know a little too much, but I'll never tell ♪ 

 ♪ But you, you can do better than ♪ 

 ♪ You can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ I know you've been feeling sad ♪ 

 ♪ I've got no right to be mad, mad ♪ 

 ♪ But you can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ And I know you've been feeling down ♪ 

 ♪ You're always out on the town, town ♪ 

 ♪ But you can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪   ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Ooh ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪   ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Ooh ♪ 

 ♪ Well, I guess it's just what humans do ♪ 

 ♪ Hook up with other people until it all falls through ♪ 

 ♪ And when it's over, they go out and try to heal their pain ♪ 

 ♪ Hook up with another lover, do it all again ♪ 

 ♪ I'm not passing judgment on her sexual life ♪ 

 ♪ I'm passing judgment on the way she always stuck her knife ♪ 

 ♪ In my back ever since we were starting out ♪ 

 ♪ Suspicious from the start, I always had my doubts about you ♪ 

 ♪ You can do better than ♪ 

 ♪ You can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ I know you've been feeling sad ♪ 

 ♪ I've got no right to be mad, mad ♪ 

 ♪ But you can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ And I know that you're not to blame ♪ 

 ♪ You just got caught in the game, game ♪ 

 ♪ But you can do better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪   ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Ooh ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪   ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Better than that ♪ 

 ♪ Ooh ♪ 

♪♪ 

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
dream /driːm/ B1	noun - a series of thoughts, images, or emotions occurring during sleep verb - to imagine or hope for something
power /ˈpaʊər/ B2	noun - the ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way
self-esteem /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/ B2	noun - confidence in one’s own worth or abilities
proving /pruːvɪŋ/ B2	verb - demonstrating the truth or existence of something
esteem /ɪˈstiːm/ C1	noun - respect and admiration for oneself or others
judgment /ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/ C1	noun - the ability to make considered decisions or form sensible opinions
network /ˈnɛtwɜːrk/ B2	noun - a group or system of interconnected people or things
disguise /dɪsˈgaɪz/ B2	noun - a means of concealing one’s identity verb - to alter one’s appearance to conceal identity
blame /bleɪm/ B2	noun - the responsibility for a fault or wrong verb - to assign responsibility for a fault or wrong
trouble /ˈtrʌbəl/ B2	noun - difficult or problematic situation verb - to cause someone difficulty or upset
blame /bleɪm/ B2	noun - the responsibility for a fault or wrong verb - to assign responsibility for a fault or wrong

Key Grammar Structures

• You're just another in a long line of men she screwed

  ➔ Present simple tense

  ➔ The phrase uses the present simple tense to describe a habitual action, indicated by the word "just".

• But you can do better than that

  ➔ Modal verb 'can'

  ➔ The use of the modal verb "can" expresses ability or possibility.

• I know you've been feeling sad

  ➔ Present perfect continuous tense

  ➔ The present perfect continuous tense is used to indicate an action that started in the past and is still continuing.

• She's the apple of everybody's eye

  ➔ Idiom

  ➔ The phrase "the apple of everybody's eye" is an idiom meaning someone who is cherished or adored.

• I know a little too much, but I'll never tell

  ➔ Future simple tense

  ➔ The future simple tense is used to express an action that will happen in the future, indicated by "I'll".

• I'm not passing judgment on her sexual life

  ➔ Present continuous tense

  ➔ The present continuous tense is used to describe an action that is currently happening, indicated by "I'm not passing".

• You just got caught in the game

  ➔ Past simple tense

  ➔ The past simple tense is used to describe an action that has already happened, indicated by "got caught".