Hard-Fi's song "Better Do Better" tells the story of a person who has been hurt and betrayed by their former lover. The lyrics depict the protagonist's anger and refusal to take back their cheating partner. The song begins with the ex showing up at the protagonist's doorstep, acting as if nothing happened and claiming to be free. However, the protagonist sees through their lies and realizes that they have been kicked out by someone else. The protagonist expresses their pain and the emotional toll the betrayal took on them, explaining how they couldn't eat or stop crying. The chorus emphasizes the protagonist's refusal to take their ex back, asserting that they deserve better. They describe how they had been hiding from their friends, the world, and even themselves due to the heartbreak. The ex's attempts to reconcile and their lies only further anger the protagonist, who declares that forgiving them won't come easily. The second verse continues to show the protagonist's disdain for their ex, reacting physically with disgust at the sight of their face. They warn their ex to leave, refusing to be blamed for their actions if they lose control. The lyrics also express the protagonist's realization of their foolishness for ever trusting their ex, as they recall the laughs shared by their ex and the person they cheated with. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the protagonist's determination to move on and their refusal to let their ex back into their life. The bridge reveals that the protagonist had given everything to the relationship, but their ex still betrayed them by going behind their back. The protagonist admits their own foolishness but declares that they are done with their ex. The final verse indicates the protagonist's resilience, stating that they are no longer on the floor and won't allow themselves to be hurt again. They have been waiting for the day their ex would come back, only to reject them and assert that they are through with them. The song ends with the repeated plea for the ex to "say something," perhaps symbolizing the desire for closure or an apology from the person who caused so much pain. The final line reinforces the protagonist's stance, demanding that their ex "do better" if they ever expect to be forgiven or welcomed back.
