“Happier” is a collaboration written by Bastille and produced by Marshmello, and marks the first collaboration between two artists. It tells the story of someone reflecting on a failing relationship. The artist acknowledges the pain of seeing their partner with someone else, however, he knows the on...
[Intro]
Lately, I've been, I've been thinking
I want you to be happier, I want you to be happier
[Verse 1]
When the morning comes
When we see what we've become
In the cold light of day, we're a flame in the wind
Not the fire that we've begun
Every argument, every word we can't take back
'Cause with all that has happened
I think that we both know the way that this story ends
[Chorus]
Then only for a minute
I want to change my mind
'Cause this just don't feel right to me
I wanna raise your spirits
I want to see you smile but
Know that means I'll have to leave
Know that means I'll have to leave
[Post-Chorus]
Lately, I've been, I've been thinking
I want you to be happier, I want you to be happier
[Verse 2]
When the evening falls
And I'm left there with my thoughts
And the image of you being with someone else
Well, it's eating me up inside
But we ran our course, we pretended we're okay
Now if we jump together, at least we can swim
Far away from the wreck we made
[Chorus]
Then only for a minute
I want to change my mind
'Cause this just don't feel right to me
I wanna raise your spirits
I want to see you smile but
Know that means I'll have to leave
Know that means I'll have to leave
[Post-Chorus]
Lately, I've been, I've been thinking
I want you to be happier, I want you to be happier
[Bridge]
So I'll go, I'll go
I will go, go, go
So I'll go, I'll go
I will go, go, go
[Pre-Chorus]
Lately, I've been, I've been thinking
I want you to be happier, I want you to be happier
Even though I might not like this
I think that you'll be happier, I want you to be happier
[Chorus]
Then only for a minute (Only for a minute)
I want to change my mind
'Cause this just don't feel right to me (Right to me)
I wanna raise your spirits (Wanna raise your spirits)
I want to see you smile but
Know that means I'll have to leave
Know that means I'll have to leave
[Post-Chorus]
Lately, I've been, I've been thinking
I want you to be happier, I want you to be happier
[Outro]
So I'll go, I'll go
I will go, go, go
Happier was written by Steve Mac & Marshmello & Dan Smith.
Happier was produced by Marshmello.
Marshmello & Bastille released Happier on Fri Aug 17 2018.
When Bastille sent me Happier for the first time, I was taken back. The amount of emotion that you could feel in the lyrics was crazy. As I listened to the song more and more, it reminded me of so many things I’ve been through in my life. Toxic relationships, letting go of things I didn’t want to, a...
You can buy it on Apple Music, Google Play, or either stream it on platforms like Spotify.
Unfortunately, since this is a single release, there’s no way to buy a physical copy of “Happier.”
The breed of the dog inside the Music Video appears to be a Golden Retriever.
They are purebred dogs that were originally from Scotland and can live for 10 -12 years. Their friendly, gentle temperament makes them a popular choice for families that want a pet dog.
During the week ending February 16, 2019, “Happier” peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song is the highest-charting track for both Marshmello and Bastille.
The week ending August 24, 2019 marked “Happier” officially spending one year on the Hot 100.
The main role is played Samantha Desman (as a little girl) and Miranda Cosgrove (as a teenager). The video also features Teala Dunn, Jordyn Jones, and James Babson.
Yes, “Happier” was certified 6x Multi-Platinum by the RIAA on May 29th, 2020. It was originally certified gold on October 12th, 2018.