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The older brother of a woman who is being pestered by a would-be suitor has some strong words for the bothersome nuisance. A classic New Wave snarky pop number.

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BETTER THINGS TO DO

CHORUS She’s got better things to do
Than to fool around with you
You should know you’re not her type
You’re a little overdone, you’re a little overripe

VS 1. You keep calling her on the telephone
You keep telling her that you’re home alone
You wish she would come by for a drink
But no she’s not as stupid as you think

CHORUS

VS 2. You keep telling her that you can’t sleep at night
You see her face when you turn out the light
You wish that she would come by for a drink
But no she’s not as stupid as you think

BRIDGE Better things to do, better things to do
Better things to do, she’s got better things to do

CHORUS

VS 3. You keep buying her roses and champagne
You keep sending her money and cocaine
You wish that she would come by for a drink
But no she’s not as stupid as you think

CHORUS VARIATION She might watch game shows on TV
The Price is Right on Channel Three
Or she could do her income tax
Or scrub her bath tub with new Ajax
Or write her cousin Sue a letter
And thank her for that Argyle sweater
It kept her warm all winter long
You could never do that so it’s time to move along

REPEAT BRIDGE Better things to do, better things to do
Better things to do, she’s got better things to do
Better things to do, better things to do
Better things to do, she’s got better things to do

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from Love Songs Dark and Bright, released June 15, 2022
(Millen-Readman)

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The Eventually Brothers Vancouver, British Columbia

The Eventually Brothers are songwriters Alan Millen (Zurich) and Tim Readman (Vancouver). Their eclectic approach to songwriting is rooted in an affinity for all forms of popular and contemporary music. They can go from a simple folk roots song to a big ballad with orchestral arrangement. Avoiding predictability is a hallmark of their work. This new album is a 25 song epic journey of the heart. ... more

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