The song Better Off Gone by Joe Diffie is about a man who has left his relationship and is trying to convince himself that he is better off without his ex-partner. He remembers the day he left and how he told himself that he was making the right decision. However, as time goes on, he realizes that he is still feeling alone and blue, questioning whether he made the right choice. The man tries to distract himself from his thoughts by driving away, but he cannot help but wonder whether he should call his ex-partner. He ultimately decides against it, believing that he can make it on his own. Despite his attempts to convince himself that he is better off without his ex-partner, he cannot help but question his decision. He wonders why he is feeling so down and why he cannot convince his heart to let go of the relationship. The song highlights the struggle of moving on from a past love and the inner conflict that arises when trying to convince oneself that it was the right decision.
