The Way Things Are Lyrics
Fiona Apple
Lyrics
I wouldn't know what to do with another... chance
If you gave it to me
I couldn't take the embrace of a real romance
It'd race right through me
I'm much better off
The way things are! Ah! Ahhhhh! Ahhh! Ahh!
Much, much better off!
Better by far
By far!
I wouldn't know what to say to a gentle... voice
It'd roll right past me
And if you chalk it up you'll see I don't really have a choice
So don't even ask me!
I'm much better off
The way things are! Ah! Ahhhhh! Ahhh! Ahh!
Much, much better off!
Better by far
By far!
So keep on calling me names, keep on! Keep on!
And I'll keep kicking the crap till it's gone!
If you keep on killing
You could get me to settle, and as soon
As I settle, I bet, I'll be able to move on
How can't I find...
When we're on... the same side!
How can't I find...
Beside you!
So keep on calling me names, keep on! Keep on!
And I'll keep kicking the crap till it's gone!
If you keep on killing
You could get me to settle, and as soon
As I settle, I bet, I'll be able to move on
Keep on calling me names! Keep on! Keep on!
And I'll keep kicking the crap till it's gone!
If you keep on killing
You could get me to settle, and as soon
As I settle, I bet, I'll be able to move on
Song & Lyrics Facts
Fiona Apple's song "The Way Things Are" is off of her 2005 album Extraordinary Machine. The genre of the song can be classified as alternative rock and it was written by Fiona Apple herself.
It features a backing band consisting of Jon Brion, Sebastian Steinberg, and Josh Freese. The lyrics of this powerful track reflect on how life can often feel unfair and that sometimes things don't always turn out the way we want them to. This somber yet uplifting tune has become an anthem for many who have experienced loss or hardship in their lives. With its catchy chorus and heartfelt lyrics, “The Way Things Are” remains one of Fiona Apple's most beloved songs.