Song of the Weekend: “Better Things” by Ray Davies
Wishing You Better Things: A Song for Second Chances and Brighter Tomorrows
“I hope tomorrow you’ll find better things.” – The Kinks
There’s something timeless about Better Things by The Kinks. It’s a song that doesn’t just echo through the speakers—it reaches into the heart. Written in the aftermath of heartbreak and disillusionment, it’s not a bitter farewell or a song of regret. Instead, it’s a rare gift in music: a genuine wish for someone else’s happiness.
Ray Davies offers a message that transcends any specific moment—whether it’s the end of a relationship, a tough season in life, or just one of those weeks where the weight feels too heavy. With a melody that uplifts and lyrics that heal, “Better Things” is a poignant anthem for resilience, forgiveness, and hope.
It reminds us that sometimes the most powerful thing we can offer ourselves or others is a simple, sincere blessing: May better things come your way.
Note: This format is a new feature I’m going to test with my blog, given my love of music and the emotional connection it has to my life and work. In my opinion, great songwriters are like poets who offer insight into the human experience and reflect on what they are sensing, feeling, and seeing at any given moment.
