Never Better Lyrics – Wild Rivers

[Verse 1]
In the first verse, Wild Rivers depicts a secretive and unconventional relationship. The lyrics describe sneaking around and hiding their actions, reflecting a sense of rebelliousness and defiance against societal norms. The narrator acknowledges the absurdity of their situation, recognizing the gap between their actions and their age, yet continues to engage in the behavior.

[Verse 2]
The second verse delves into the repetitive nature of the relationship. The narrator describes how initial intentions to avoid repeating past mistakes are undermined by their ongoing actions. Despite attempts to maintain appearances and conceal their true feelings, the relationship remains "complicated," with the narrator expressing mixed emotions of love and frustration.

[Chorus]
The chorus highlights the central theme of the song—embracing a problematic relationship despite its flaws. The narrator questions their own sanity while acknowledging that they are crossing boundaries they once promised not to. Even though the relationship leads to disaster, the narrator maintains that they are "never better," suggesting a deep satisfaction despite the chaos.

[Verse 3]
In the third verse, the narrator continues to describe the pattern of secrecy and regret within the relationship. They acknowledge the contradictions between their public statements and private actions. Despite recognizing the wrongness of their behavior, they continue to return to the relationship, further complicating their feelings.

[Bridge]
The bridge emphasizes the paradox of the situation. Even though the relationship has reached a point of no return, the narrator questions whether the harm is significant since it is already established. They express a reluctance to give up, reinforcing the idea that the relationship's flaws are overshadowed by their emotional attachment.

[Outro]
The outro reflects the cyclical nature of the relationship, repeating the imagery of sneaking out and hiding their actions. This reinforces the idea that the narrator is trapped in a repetitive pattern, unable to escape the complexities of their situation. The repetition underscores the ongoing nature of their struggles and the paradoxical contentment they feel.