aespa’s “Better Things” is a vibrant uptempo dance track that blends refreshing summer-inspired percussion with dynamic rhythmic patterns. Its bright melodies, uplifting chord progression, and rich vocal harmonies create an energetic and feel-good atmosphere, perfectly capturing the song’s optimistic spirit.

Song Credits

  • Artist: aespa
  • Album: Better Things
  • Released: September 8, 2023
  • Length: 3:24
  • Label: SM Entertainment
  • Writer: Leroy Clampitt / Rachel Keen
  • Composer: Leroy Clampitt / Rachel Keen

aespa “Better Things” Official MV

aespa “Better Things” Lyrics

English

Oh Got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you
Oh I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time

I wasn’t ever sure that I loved you
But I was always sure you would let me down
I wasn’t ever sure if I’d trust you
But I’m so goddamn sure my energy is just too precious to waste
So now you, now you wanna

Know me, wanna know me
You wanna know all about me, wanna know about me
But he can’t have me
Cuz I left him alone
You know you wanna know me, you wanna know me
You wanna know all about me, wanna know about me
But he can’t have me
Cuz I’m gone no no know

That I – I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you
Oh I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time
Break it down

Oh Better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you
Yes

Wasn’t ever sure if I loved you
But I was always sure you would have loved me back
You had me right right right at my weakest Yeah
Now you’re hurting
I can see you’re mad cuz you’re never gonna get that back now
I know you wanna

Know me, wanna know me
You wanna know all about me, wanna know about me
But he can’t have me
Cuz I left him alone
(I left him alone)
I know you wanna know me, wanna know me
You wanna know all about me, wanna know about me
But he can’t have me
Cuz I’m gone no no know

That I – I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you
Oh I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time
Break it down

I’m sorry that it hurts you
No I’m sorry I ain’t sorry
aespa big girls making money
aespa you’re our number 1 fan now
You can only see me at our
Sold out shows (Sold out show)
Will I ever go back (No)
Will I ever trip up (No)
Will I ever pull up on him (No)
Watch and see bout to throw another rhythm on him
(Oh That I)

Ah Got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time than you (Yes)
Oh I got better things to do with my time
Better things to do with my time
Do with my time
Break it down

I got better things to do with my time
I got better things to do with my time

I’m sorry that it hurts you
No I’m sorry I ain’t sorry
aespa big girls making money
aespa you’re our number 1 fan now
You can only see me at our
Sold out shows (Sold out show)
Will I ever go back (No)
Will I ever trip up (No)
Will I ever pull up on him (No)
Watch and see bout to throw another rhythm on him

aespa “Better Things” Meaning

“Better Things” delivers a confident message about self-worth, encouraging listeners to focus their time and energy on what truly matters rather than investing in relationships that no longer bring happiness or growth. The song centers on the realization that a former lover is not worth the emotional effort, with the lyrics expressing a firm decision to move on instead of remaining trapped in a cycle of disappointment and uncertainty. By emphasizing that one’s time is too valuable to be wasted on someone who continually lets them down, aespa promotes themes of self-respect, personal growth, and empowerment.

Both lyrically and sonically, the track marks a departure from the group’s signature dark, futuristic concepts seen in songs like Black Mamba and Savage. Instead, “Better Things” embraces a bright, tropical, and summer-inspired atmosphere, reinforcing its uplifting message about choosing yourself, letting go of negativity, and focusing on a brighter future.