Establishing the mood with an intricate and delicately performed acoustic guitar with astral piano detailing, Michael Waters opens We’re Much Better People Now with a contemplative, introspective theatrical energy as he shares the prose, “You have a past, you’re not newly minted, the contact is strong, on my mind it’s imprinted, but I just don’t care what you did in your life before me… I too have a past, more sinner than saint in my youth, I knew nothing of love or restraint, I was reckless and wild, it’s a picture I’ll paint if you ask…”
We are immediately captivated by the raw authenticity that transmutes, and the poetic prowess of Michael Waters‘ words. The song feels relatable and honest. It is delivered in a way that would be perfect for Broadway or the West End. As for the message of the song, it is about finding someone that fills the void and the honest transparency of that human connection, actively explaining one’s past and taking accountability, showing that version of us is not the same as the person we are today.
The beauty of We’re Much Better People Now lies in that honesty. Michael Waters does not attempt to erase his mistakes, but instead embraces the idea that our scars, regrets and questionable decisions are all part of the journey of life. Michael tells us, “It will resonate strongly with anyone who’s made mistakes and then made better by growth and love. I’d like to think that my voice is does justice to this reflective, heartfelt ballad.”
There is no doubt that We’re Much Better People Now also has a cinematic allure. We could imagine it fitting beautifully into Once, Begin Again, One Day or About Time during a scene where two people realise that their relationship has helped them become versions of themselves they never thought possible.
This release also sits perfectly within Waters’ growing catalogue, from the infectiously feel-good La La Love Song to the deeply reflective Requiem for Earth. Needless to say, we are in awe and have added We’re Much Better People Now to our New Music Spotlight playlist and our TIMELESS playlist.