Better Days

Currents' song "Better Days" delves deep into the emotional turmoil of feeling trapped in a cycle of despair and longing for a brighter future. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who is overwhelmed by their current circumstances, reminiscing about better times and questioning if this is all life has to offer. The opening lines, "Do you ever want to waste away / Recounting better times?" immediately set the tone of nostalgia and yearning for a past that seems more fulfilling than the present.

The song explores themes of suffocation and the struggle to break free from the chains of one's own making. The lines "Suffocating, can’t breathe but you’ve got a fucking mouth to feed / Never made the effort to change or go out of our way" highlight the internal conflict of wanting to improve one's situation but feeling paralyzed by fear and responsibility. This sense of being stuck is further emphasized by the repeated questioning of how long one must endure pain and follow their sorrows before finding better days.

Despite the bleakness, there is a glimmer of hope and resilience in the lyrics. The protagonist acknowledges their weak will and bleak state but also expresses a determination to break free: "But I’m bound to break free / Pride running through my veins / My chains lay flat around me." This shift from despair to a resolve to overcome challenges suggests that while the journey may be arduous, there is a belief that better days are possible. The song ultimately serves as a powerful anthem for anyone grappling with their own struggles, reminding them that they are not alone in their fight for a better future.