James Fortune - It Gets Better Lyrics
Lyrics
Breaking news Now there's been a change with the weather Today's forecast shows That those thunderstorms are finally moving out And the rest of the week is going to be beautiful
I know you've been thinking "Will I have a smile again?" All you need is to pray Him for a better day It gets hard to believe but Don't let your faith slip away Remember it's always darkest Just before the Sun comes up
But I know Sometimes it gets worse Yeah, and I know Before it gets better But you hold on You can't give up 'Cause it will get better The times that we fall Even the pain won't let up The pain won't let up You hold on, yeah 'Cause it will get better
You've been doing nothing Time for the stress to end Life try to break you I know you're tired but don't stop fighting Your life isn't over, today is a brand new day Just weather the storm Because eventually every storm runs out of rain
But I know Sometimes it gets worse Yeah, and I know Before it gets better You survive the past You hold on And I tell ya future, I'm on the way 'Cause it will get better (Wait for it, yeah) The times that we fall (We fall down) The pain won't let up But things are turning around You hold on, yeah 'Cause it will get better
Cast your cares no matter what it is Just fight You've come too far to die If you gonna pray about it don't worry about it 'Cause it will get better Cast your cares no matter what it is Just fight You've come too far to die Your words have the power to create the future So make this an anthem
I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know That it will get better
I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know I know, I know, I know, I know I'm just here to remind you That it will get better
But I know Sometimes it gets worse Yeah, and I know Before it gets better You gotta fight through the bad You hold on So you can enjoy the better days 'Cause it will get better The times that you fall (That you fall down) The pain won't let up But you gotta be strong You hold on, yeah Even when you don't feel strong 'Cause it will get better (I've been saying it for your family)
I know, I know, I know, I know For your children I know, I know, I know, I know Your mightiest family I know, I know, I know, I know You ain't laughing right now, but know That it will get better
And I know I know, I know, I know, I know And I know I know, I know, I know, I know And I know I know, I know, I know, I know And I know That it will get better
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It Gets Better
Meaning & Inspiration
James Fortune’s “It Gets Better,” released on June 22, 2017, stands as a powerful testament to hope and perseverance, deeply rooted in the unwavering faith that even in the darkest moments, a brighter future awaits. The song’s narrative immediately establishes a sense of impending change, likening the transition from hardship to relief as a shift in weather, moving from stormy skies to beautiful days. This imagery resonates deeply with the human experience of enduring trials, mirroring the scriptural promise found in Isaiah 43:2, which assures us, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze." The lyrical assertion that "it's always darkest just before the Sun comes up" is a profound observation, one that echoes the sentiment of Proverbs 4:18: "The path of the righteous is like the first morning light, shining brighter and brighter until the full daylight."
The core message of "It Gets Better" is an encouragement to hold on, even when circumstances seem to worsen before they improve. Fortune acknowledges the reality that the journey through difficulty can be arduous, stating, "Sometimes it gets worse. Yeah, and I know, before it gets better." This honest portrayal of struggle validates the listener’s feelings, while simultaneously urging them not to surrender. This is precisely the kind of steadfastness commended in James 1:12: "Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him." The song emphasizes that our current pain does not dictate our final destination. It’s a call to endure, knowing that the trials we face are temporary, much like the prophet Jeremiah’s assurance in Lamentations 3:31-33: "For no one is cast off by the Lord forever. Though he brings grief, he also compassion according to the abundance of his steadfast love. For he does not afflict from his heart or grieve the children of men."
Further delving into the lyrical content, Fortune speaks directly to those feeling broken and exhausted by life's pressures, encouraging them to continue fighting, for their "life isn't over." This resonates powerfully with the spirit of renewed purpose found in Galatians 6:9: "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." The song’s central advice, "Just weather the storm, because eventually every storm runs out of rain," is a divine reminder of God's faithfulness, echoing the covenant promise in Genesis 8:22: "As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease." The repeated exhortation to "cast your cares" and "just fight" is a direct application of the wisdom offered in 1 Peter 5:7: "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." The song elevates this personal struggle into a collective declaration, urging listeners to make "this an anthem" and reinforcing the certainty that "it will get better." This confident pronouncement is not mere optimism; it is a declaration of faith grounded in the immutable character of God, who is able to do exceedingly abundantly more than we can ask or imagine, as stated in Ephesians 3:20. The repeated affirmations of "I know, I know, I know" are declarations of faith that build upon this scriptural foundation, confirming the unwavering truth that no matter the present circumstances, our Heavenly Father's plan is one of hope and a future, as Jeremiah 29:11 promises. The song’s conclusion, extending this assurance to family and loved ones, underscores its broader scope, reminding us that God's promises are not just for individuals but for generations, reflecting the enduring covenant He establishes.