Fredericks, Sawyer - Should've Known Better Lyrics






It hurts to see you down
And I ain't seen you smile in awhile
And I know that you never could leave me
But I know that you ain't happy
And my heart's bleeding out
Because of you
Nothing is ever gonna change
How I feel

And I know that you don't love me
Never will
And I know I shouldn't be sorry
But I am
You know I should've known better
Not to want
I should've known better
Not to love
'Cause you'd have done better
Than me
I should've known better
Not To stay

Walk in the room, tears in your eyes
Sayin' darling, tired of these lies
And you crash at my feet
And the walls seem to shake
And I see the pain I've caused you

I should've known better
Not to want
And my heart's bleeding out
'Cause of you
And nothing is ever gonna change
How I feel
And I know that you don't love me
You never will
And I know I shouldn't be sorry
But I am

You know I should've known better
Not to want
I should've known better
Not to love
Cause you'd have done better
Than me
I should've known better
Not to stay





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  1. S.... J....

    I should have subscribed a long time ago when I first heard you sing and play....amazing talent.

  2. m.... ....

    I'm from the Netherlands I saw on you tube your performence on the voice. What a originality and a beautiful sound Also this song. You are born te be an artist and a performer

  3. J.... S....

    Oh my god! 😍 from Argentina i'm listen you...sorry for my english 🙈

  4. L.... C....

    This sounds so much like MPB, I Love It! 💗💗💗

  5. C.... A....

    Liked everything about this, from start to finish. Aloha from Honolulu Hawaii

  6. L.... D....

    I’m looking for a song and it sounds exactly like this but with a piano and the lyrics are a bit different 😭😭

  7. P.... ....

    This kid could easily change his look, write more poppy sounds, and he would be on all over the top charts with his angelic voice.


    But he doesn't, cus that's not him and that's not what he likes. It's pretty kickass to see him writing his own tunes and sticking to the sound he likes, and it's inspiring to see him to grow through effort alone as an independent artist.

    P.... ....

    Agreed. For someone so young, at 17, to have known himself and what he wanted from his music so well, to be willing to pay his dues to gain recognition for his original artistry is remarkable. A lot of people in his position would have done whatever others wanted of them for the promise of fame & fortune.

  8. A.... l....

    another great performance from you man.
    your voice and your music just make me feeling that great hits still can be made.
    Salute bro.

  9. W.... C....

    good to see a natural Body of a Women with all that comes with it on screen. And no special emphasis on it. It is just there like its a total normal thing - what it actually is.

    W.... C....

    The dancer is Sawyer's girlfriend, which tells you something about him, too.

    W.... C....

    @Zenith J did not knew that. Thats cool. He realy grounded.

  10. M.... v....

    No idea who this guy is but his voice touched my soul

    M.... v....

    He's a 20-year-old singer/songwriter who grew up on a farm in upstate NY, never went to school (unschooled, a form of homeschooling). He's mostly self-taught musically. Oh, and he won season 8 of The Voice, US when he was 16, the youngest male winner ever. He wrote and produced his last album, Hide Your Ghost, that this song is from. The next album, Flowers for You, is to be released this Spring.

  11. L.... H....

    Beautiful...This Guy is so good and His voice is so unique, He's a legend and just don't realize it yet

    L.... H....

    People seem to tell him that a lot, but it's hard for an indie artist to make it in the music business. Please buy his albums and consider supporting him on Patreon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mK_L3eEBp4k

  12. C.... d....

    Love from Spain and Bulgaria
    Love you music

  13. s.... q....

    Amazing Voice......plizz keep singing.....

  14. A.... T....

    Ah, the dude who got three chairs in two seconds!!!!!!

  15. F.... L....

    Sing boy, sing!!! Never stop! Beautiful voice, it deserves to be heard by millions.

  16. A.... T....

    I like it

  17. A.... 7....

    🏳️‍🌈 gay pride! 🏳️‍🌈We adore you Sawyer! You speak for us in a way other homosexual artists just cannot. Thank you!

  18. H.... G....

    I've been waiting to hear you again! Can't wait to share this with my husband we love your voice! keep going you got this!

  19. �.... �....

    Дико круто👏👏👏🇷🇺

  20. J.... B....

    This isn't you, when I first heard you it was you, dont give in to the system man create from your heart this isn't what we fell for man and you know it. Dont do sappy love songs do Sawyer songs man

    J.... B....

    He's now independent because he had an unsatisfactory experience with the record label, which wanted him to do covers that were more mainstream, and insisted he co-write rather than do all of his own original songs. He's said that this song was his attempt to prove he could write something that had broader audience appeal, but is just one song from the Hide Your Ghost album. (It's upbeat, but about breakup... not a sappy love song.) Here's the single from his upcoming LP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfe007i_1XQ

  21. 7.... S....

    Wonderful, thank you 😊

  22. W.... M....

    I like this. Stay true.

  23. T.... ....

    Top notch vocals, lyrics, instrumentals. Wish you success, Sawyer.

  24. C.... H....

    Dude!!!!

  25. Z.... ....

    It's 1:30am and I should sleep eventually but damn it I've just found you

    Z.... ....

    Lucky you! Sawyer has written lots of music for you to hear. Everything that's been recorded and released is on streaming services, on his website store for purchase, and lots of live performances are on Newyorker9 youtube channel. You can even see his earliest songwriting efforts and first open mics on his youtube channel. Have fun.

  26. �.... �....

    Respect from Russia! Will be yourself

  27. S.... S....

    I was reading a page on google ( published by talent recap ) about the best seasons of the voice and they ranked s8 lower why because according to them sawyer was not that deserving and just like many of the others ( except Jordan , Cassade , Danielle )Sawyer also disappeared after the voice . I dont know Why they cant see these beautiful songs that he is making . And I think he and Jordan are the best winners that the voice has ever produced

    S.... S....

    It all depends on what you're looking for in musical talent. The show introduced many people with great vocal ability. But I look for originality, which is what Sawyer has. Besides his distinctive voice, he's an amazing songwriter. Unfortunately, he wasn't allowed to sing his originals on the show. Also, the show and the recording contract the winner gets doesn't do much to promote them afterwards. Sawyer went independent to do things his own way & seems to be thriving personally and professionally.

  28. S.... S....

    Loved him since his audition on the voice . He is so unique and original

  29. L.... J....

    So poetic and eloquent with an empathetic melody to accompany...

  30. A.... ....

    Saw your picture at the Iron Horse in Northampton. I sang there last week for a Christmas show. Check it out my video and subscribe to my channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fi16ELjhUwU

  31. S.... D....

    straight from your heart... into mine.

  32. M.... M....

    This guy is like the rainbow in the middle of the end of the world.

  33. L.... E....

    I am thrilled to have found this song. It randomly popped into my feed, to say I was surprised is an understatement. The guy has amazing talent.

  34. s.... ....

    So glad to hear this pure beauty! I hope you continue to explore every aspect of music that ignites you. Everyone has an opinion about what you should do, including me. My two cents? Do you! Stay true to your heart. I’m just here to appreciate your journey.

  35. P.... ....

    My ears are blessed just by listening to his voice

  36. C.... G....

    Amazing!

  37. A.... P....

    Hello, please come to Colorado!

    A.... P....

    He did an outdoor set at Lory State Park in Bellvue, CO last spring https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqutKNyCRFo and has played The Soiled Dove in Denver every year since 2016. Look for many performance videos from there on Newyorker9 youtube channel. Go to his website listed when you click on SHOW MORE above or follow him on Bandsintown.com to find out when he'll be in CO again.

  38. S.... ....

    😍👌🏻

  39. T.... P....

    Wisdom beyond his years.

  40. S.... N....

    Its beautiful.. Omg

  41. N.... ....

    Wow, I'm so upset. You were in my city performing a few weeks ago and didn't realize until now.

  42. H.... M....

    Greetings from Estonia 🇪🇪 Love your music!

  43. T.... S....

    Seu estilo e música pra escutar viajando pelo mundo. Música que inspira continue assim amigo.

  44. d.... N....

    The first moment that i see Sawyer on tv singing the song A man of constant sorrow Wow i was impressed of this voice and playing the guitar!
    But this song is from his own hands and i love it!
    Good job Sawyer go on,i wish you the best in future!

  45. M.... T....

    He is absolute brilliant!!!!!! What a unique and OUTSTANDING Artist @ much Love from Germany

    M.... T....

    The artist who did the illustrations for his albums Hide Your Ghost and Flowers for You (Tour EP) is a fan from Germany. She posted online a drawing that was inspired by his music. He saw it, liked it and asked her to do artwork for his album.

    M.... T....

    @Zenith J thank you for letting me know. Thats so amazing!

  46. T.... K....

    Amazing voice, just keep making more songs for us please 😉

  47. B.... F....

    Great video ... it really showcases your music well ... look forward to more ...

  48. R.... O....

    Wow amazing singer. Love him !! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  49. s.... ....

    Out of time, timeless, your voice is amazing.

  50. A.... G....

    I love this! I have been waiting for this sound forever!

  51. m.... ....

    no one can rock the hat like you sawyer. no one.

  52. M.... L....

    Portugal 🇵🇹 love this

  53. Z.... ....

    Did anyone see that she has massive armpit hair?

  54. H.... Z....

    I am from Bangladesh and here a lot of my friends recently found out about you and we all are in love with your voice...you are amazing..

  55. F.... C....

    i dont why, but this song gave me such a good vibe. Keep up this amazing work !

  56. M.... H....

    Multi-sensory beauty. Thanks for this, Sawyer |-)

  57. S.... ....

    Such a great one!

  58. I.... H....

    Gosh this is just awesome!

  59. a.... b....

    Beautiful song congratulations

  60. M.... M....

    He’s really good!!!

  61. �.... �....

    Шикарный голос👏

  62. A.... H....

    He went independent, lets keep it that way! https://www.patreon.com/Sawyerfredericks/posts

  63. S.... C....

    Tienes una admiradora en México, Sawyer! Tu estilo musical me parece excepcional al igual que tu voz, además de que eres muy honesto en lo que haces. Eres justo el tipo de artista que produce contenido que en mi opinión debería venderse mucho más. Me suscribo a tu canal y por favor, no dejes la música nunca.

  64. C.... B....

    Love this video

  65. R.... V....

    I love your music and your voice beautiful song

  66. R.... -....

    Love your voice! I think that your style is so awesome and vintage at the same time and i hope that you will have the success that you deserve like a independent artist. A big kiss from Italy.

  67. M.... R....

    Beautiful song Sawyer!! Love your music!! Much Love from Texas!!

  68. T.... K....

    Great song. Im extra happy the beautiful dancer doesnt shave. Women shouldnt have to and Im super proud of her for being a light of the female body.

  69. F.... o....

    Interesting video, great voice, bad dancer 🤐

  70. P.... C....

    I made a lego minifigure of him on Mecabricks
    https://www.mecabricks.com/sv/models/79a8GNwXv8w

  71. r.... ....

    I just discovered you today at your the voice audition. I’d say you are super talented. I’m a fan. ✌🏻😊

  72. k.... s....

    I love your voice

  73. L.... T....

    Amazing.The real sawyer is back 💜

    L.... T....

    The real Sawyer didn't go anywhere. He was signed to a record label after The Voice, but he's said that some of what they pushed for on A Good Storm album didn't really represent him as an artist. He's been independent for a couple of years now, wrote and produced all of Hide Your Ghost album himself.

  74. T.... ....

    Love this.

  75. J.... H....

    This video should have a million of views just my opinion Love Sawyer and his music ❤️

  76. R.... B....

    What an amazing talent. You stay true to yourself and don't let the industry get to you. You have a voice to keep listening to. Makes me wanna go and dance just like the lady in the video. Cheering for you all the way from Belgium. Hope you'll perform here pretty soon. Thank you Sawyer and good luck to you. 👍

  77. a.... s....

    Man finally I found you from the voice you are the best, I can listen to your voice it's so beautiful

  78. z.... n....

    The real sawyer is back..Malaysia is here for you.

  79. L.... S....

    Cantas muy lindo 👏👏👏👏

  80. j.... m....

    Love your voice, from South Africa

  81. j.... l....

    crap-ola

  82. J.... P....

    would love to hear collaboration with Grace Vanderwaal. I think they would sound amazing together!!

  83. K.... C....

    Video and girl dancing with the hairy armpits too bad. Bicks are cheap ruined the whole thing

  84. e.... i....

    Oh my god why we dont have singer like that in france.This is amazing thanks ❣please more song like that

  85. M.... T....

    Great stuff Sawyer. Next time you're in Kansas City we should catch up.

  86. R.... *....

    Is the young lady dancing his girl?
    Im old enough to know a great singer songwriter when I see and hear one. Sawyer exceeds all limits! ✌💜

    R.... *....

    @Astrology Happenings thank you for answering 😊✌

  87. P.... J....

    Love this guy... his voice is epic

  88. m.... ....

    Fucking love the lyrics <3 and you, of course, that special voice <3

  89. m.... e....

    incredible,you are the best!

  90. B.... P....

    how come i didn't know about this dude i thought there wasn't any music left

    B.... P....

    Bosco, welcome to the real thing

  91. A.... R....

    Ну, привет. Хорошего настроения и здоровья

  92. E.... ....

    First time I heard your voice on .. "The Voice" my jaw just hit the ground. To be fair, it still does. You, oh you, you have this crazy special voice and personal style. This new song, you know the chills you get when you listen to some songs? Well, this is it. This feels right. Keep it up!

  93. j.... t....

    Nice. Better than the other song I heard. Thumbs up!

  94. A.... B....

    Une voix Incroyable....que cette artiste continue !

  95. S.... ....

    Thanks, just found your sound...Much appreciated, Very unique!

  96. s.... ....

    Found your blind audition and then this. Amazing. You truly are a one of the kind. Stay true to yourself.

    Lot's of love from Finland. <3

  97. K.... R....

    This made me cry

  98. R.... O....

    Perfect! ☄☄☄