"Better" is a song by an English singer-songwriter Zayn. It was released on 25th September, 2020 through

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as the lead single from his third studio album, ''

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'' (2021). He wrote the song with his producer, Philip von Boch Scully, alongside

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, Michael McGregor, and Cole Citrenbaum. The song marks his first and only release of the year.

Commercial performance

"Better" has sold 200,000 units in the US as of 23 June, 2021.

Release and promotion

On 23rd September 2020, Zayn revealed a glimpse of "Better" in a small teaser video which featured a small clip of the beginning of the official music video. On the following day, he revealed the song's artwork on

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Music video

The music video for "Better' directed by Ryan Hope, was released on 25th of september 2020, coinciding with the song's debut.

Charts

Certifications

References

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