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Better Designer
Better may refer to: * "to better" as a verb, meaning to undergo betterment * better, an alternate spelling of bettor, someone who bets (gambling, gambles) Music Albums * Better (Chrisette Michele album), ''Better'' (Chrisette Michele album), 2013 * Better (Brian McKnight album), ''Better'' (Brian McKnight album), 2016 * Better (Haley Reinhart album), ''Better'' (Haley Reinhart album), 2016 * Better (BoA album), ''Better'' (BoA album), 2020 Songs * Better (The Screaming Jets song), "Better" (The Screaming Jets song), 1991 * Better (Brooke Fraser song), "Better" (Brooke Fraser song), 2004 * Better (Tom Baxter song), "Better" (Tom Baxter song)", 2007, covered by Boyzone in 2008 * Better (Guns N' Roses song), "Better" (Guns N' Roses song), 2008 * Better (Maggie Rose song), "Better" (Maggie Rose song), 2012 * Better (Kim Hyung-jun song), "Better" (Kim Hyung-jun song), 2014 * Better (Banks song), "Better" (Banks song), 2015 * Better (Haley Reinhart song), "Better" (Haley Reinhar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Betterment
In real estate, betterment is the increased value of real property from causes other than investment made by the property owner. It is, therefore, usually referred to as unearned increment or windfall gain. When, for instance, a property is rezoned for higher-value uses, or nearby public improvements raise the value of a piece of private land, a property owner is "bettered" due to the actions of others. Because of this, capturing the value of betterment for the public through taxation or other means is a common policy approach. Betterment in terms of property rights and the residual value model Property rights and residual value A property rights holder has a residual claim to income generated in the space over which they have exclusionary rights (“pay to use this space or I’ll exclude you from it”). But these rights are a limited Bundle of rights. They evolve as the law evolves, including zoning and planning law. The value of private property rights is primarily de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Better (Lena Meyer-Landrut And Nico Santos Song)
"Better" is a song performed by German singers Lena Meyer-Landrut and Nico Santos. The song was released as a digital download on 16 August 2019 by Universal Music Group. The song peaked at number 15 on the German Singles Chart The GfK Entertainment charts are the official music charts in Germany and are gathered and published by GfK Entertainment (formerly Media Control and Media Control GfK International), a subsidiary of GfK, on behalf of Bundesverband Musikindust .... The song also charted in Austria and Switzerland. Background The song is about relationships, about how a couple thought they were for each other but it was not meant to be. They sing how their love for each other was not enough and how they wish each other well and how they will not find someone else better. Music video A music video to accompany the release of "Better" was first released onto YouTube on 30 August 2019. Charts Weekly charts Year-end charts Certifications Release history Referenc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Country, God Or The Girl
''Country, God or the Girl'' is the fourth studio album by Somali-Canadian hip hop artist K'naan. It was released worldwide on October 16, 2012. Background and development The album was first announced in February 2012, with a release date of May 1, 2012. Coinciding with the announcement, he confirmed that he has collaborated with Nas, U2 lead singer Bono, Keith Richards of The Rolling Stones, American hip-hop and electronic artist and producer will.i.am and Canadian singer-songwriter Nelly Furtado. Release and promotion Singles " Is Anybody Out There?" was released as the lead single from '' More Beautiful Than Silence''. It features vocals from Nelly Furtado. The song was released as a promotional single in the United States in early January, and as a single worldwide on January 24, 2011. The single made its chart debut on the Canadian Hot 100 at #67, before peaking at #14. It notably topped the New Zealand charts and peaked at #92 on the Billboard Hot 100. "Nothing to Lose" ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bow Wow (rapper)
Shad Gregory Moss (born March 9, 1987), better known by his stage name Bow Wow (formerly Lil' Bow Wow), is an American rapper and actor. His career began upon being discovered by rapper Snoop Dogg in the late 1990s, eventually being brought to record producer Jermaine Dupri and signed to So So Def Recordings. As Lil' Bow Wow, he released his first album at age 13, '' Beware of Dog'', in 2000, which was followed by ''Doggy Bag'' a year later. In 2003, Bow Wow released his third album ''Unleashed'', which was the first album released after dropping the "Lil'" from his stage name, and the first not to be released by So So Def. His next album, '' Wanted'' (2005), spawned his two highest-charting singles, "Let Me Hold You" (featuring Omarion) and " Like You" (featuring Ciara). In September 2015, Bow Wow signed a management deal with Puff Daddy's Bad Boy Records. Bow Wow made his first movie appearance in the 2002 movie '' All About the Benjamins'' as a cameo. In the same year, B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Golden Year (album)
''The Golden Year'' is the only album released by Camden synthpop band Ou Est le Swimming Pool. Release The album was originally intended for release in August 2010, but was delayed. The suicide of frontman Charles Haddon led to uncertainties about the status of the album; however the band's management issued a statement confirming its release in October 2010. It was followed by a fourth single, " The Key". The original album had been leaked in early 2010, due to the sale of promotional copies on auction sites such as eBay. However, the track listing has since been altered, adding two new songs and removing one. Track listing #"You Started" #"The Key" #"These New Knights" #"Dance the Way I Feel "Dance the Way I Feel" is the debut single of British synthpop band Ou Est Le Swimming Pool. It was first released on 7 September 2009 as a limited edition Gramophone record, 7-inch vinyl, and, on 9 November, it received a wider release across th ..." #"Better" #"Outside" #"Jackson ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Begin To Hope
''Begin to Hope'' is the fourth album by Soviet-born American singer-songwriter Regina Spektor. It was released June 13, 2006. The album debuted at number 70 on the ''Billboard'' 200, but due to the popularity of the single "Fidelity", it peaked at number 20 and was labeled a "pace setter" by ''Billboard''. ''Rolling Stone'' named it the 21st-best album of 2006. The album was certified Gold by the RIAA for shipments to U.S. retailers of 500,000 units. The album was nominated for the 2006 Shortlist Music Prize. Track listing All songs written by Regina Spektor. # "Fidelity" – 3:47 # "Better" – 3:22 # "Samson" – 3:10 # " On the Radio" – 3:22 # "Field Below" – 5:18 # "Hotel Song" – 3:29 # "Après Moi" – 5:08 # "20 Years of Snow" – 3:31 # "That Time" – 2:39 # "Edit" – 4:53 # "Lady" – 4:45 # "Summer in the City" – 3:50 ;Deluxe Edition bonus disc # "Another Town" – 4:07 # "Uh-Merica" ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bird On A Wire (Toby Lightman Album)
''Bird on a Wire'' is the second full-length studio album released by Lava recording artist Toby Lightman. The album peaked at No. 30 on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart on 11 August 2006. Critical reception Candace L. of ''Okayplayer'' begins her review with, "The sophomore effort from Toby Lightman is an exciting mix of country blues, rock and R&B.; Filled with insightful lyrics and mature pop, Lightman refuses to be pigeonholed by her teenybopper appearance, skillfully genre-jumping with the confidence of a veteran" Marisa Brown of ''AllMusic'' writes, "''Bird on a Wires an impressive piece of work from a talented artist who's grown completely into her voice and herself, subtly complex while still retaining the passion and immediacy that makes it such a good listen, touching listeners emotionally as well as intellectually, a feat that's truly hard to attain and absolutely deserves to be praised." Mike Joseph of ''PopMatters'' says, "''Bird on a Wire'', Lightman’s sopho ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taller In More Ways
''Taller in More Ways'' is the fourth studio album by British girl group Sugababes, released by Island Records on 10 October 2005. It was primarily produced by Dallas Austin and Jony Rockstar, with additional production from Cameron McVey, Xenomania and Guy Sigsworth. The title of the album was inspired by a line in the album's second single, " Ugly". The album was preceded by its lead single " Push the Button", which peaked atop the UK Singles Chart, while its second single "Ugly" also achieving commercial success. Founding member Mutya Buena left the Sugababes in December 2005 and was replaced by Amelle Berrabah. As a result, ''Taller in More Ways'' was re-released in March 2006 with the addition of a new song, "Now You're Gone", and three re-recorded tracks featuring the vocals of Berrabah: "Gotta Be You", " Follow Me Home" and " Red Dress", with "Red Dress" and "Follow Me Home" becoming and third and fourth single off of ''Taller in More Ways'' respectively. Upon release, '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chaotic Resolve
''Chaotic Resolve'' is the fourth album by Christian singer Plumb. It was released by Curb Records on February 28, 2006 and includes the single "Cut." Track listing Singles and promotion "I Can't Do This" was the album's first single released to radio, followed by "Better." Both songs were later released as retail singles on the iTunes Store, each featuring a remix. "Real Life Fairytale" appeared on the soundtrack to the 2005 film '' The Perfect Man'', and was released as a retail CD single in the United Kingdom in 2006. "Cut" was the album's third retail single, released as a remix bundle for digital download. It peaked at #26 on ''Billboards Hot Dance Airplay chart. Later, it appeared in a 2009 episode of ''The Vampire Diaries ''The Vampire Diaries'' is an American supernatural fiction, supernatural teen drama television series developed by Kevin Williamson (screenwriter), Kevin Williamson and Julie Plec, based on the The Vampire Diaries (novel series), book series . ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hoobastank (album)
''Hoobastank'' is the debut studio album by American rock band Hoobastank, released on November 20, 2001, by Island Records. Three singles were released from the album: " Crawling in the Dark", " Remember Me", and "Running Away". It has since been certified Platinum in the United States. Track listing Personnel ;Hoobastank *Doug Robb – lead vocals, rhythm guitar on “Too Little Too Late” *Dan Estrin – lead guitar *Markku Lappalainen – bass *Chris Hesse – drums ;Production *Jim Wirt – producer, engineer Engineers, as practitioners of engineering, are professionals who invent, design, analyze, build and test machines, complex systems, structures, gadgets and materials to fulfill functional objectives and requirements while considering the l ... *CJ Eiriksson, Dave Holdredge, Matt Marrin – assistant engineers *Jay Baumgardner – mixing *James Murray, Mark Kiczula – mixing assistants ;Artwork *Louis Marino – art direction, design *Ray Lego – pho ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Freedom (Erasure Song)
"Freedom" is a song by the British synthpop duo Erasure. It was the first single released from Erasure's ninth studio album, '' Loveboat''. The song was written by Vince Clarke and Andy Bell. "Freedom", as well as the entire ''Loveboat'' album, was produced by Flood, and this is the first Flood-produced Erasure single since " The Circus" in 1987. Mute Records released "Freedom" in the United Kingdom. It was not released in the United States due to problems with Erasure's then-record company Maverick (the ''Loveboat'' album did not have a US release until 2003). The song peaked at number 27 on the UK Singles Chart. In Germany, it appeared in the chart for one week at number eighty in Germany. In Sweden, it charted for one week, peaking at number 51. The song started life as a track called "Real Love". Although, the lyrics are in a quite early stage, there are a lot of resemblances to the final version. Track listings 12" single 1 (12MUTE244) # "Freedom" (Quake Vocal Remake) # ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
In Moderation
''In Moderation'' is the second studio album by 8stops7 and the major label debut for the band. Four songs on this album were re-released and had been included on the band's debut album, ''Birth of a Cynic''. Their initial release on ''Birth of a Cynic'' fell below expectations with only 2,000 albums being produced and no songs from it being issued as a single. The release of ''In Moderation'' spawned a redefining of the band's success entailing a national (US) tour, with several exceeding 15,000 patrons. The album sold in excess of 150,000 copies in its first year of release. The band's members, Evan Sula-Goff, Seth Watson, Adam Powell, and Alex Viveros are attributed equal credit for writing the songs on ''In Moderation'', while the four which had appeared on ''Birth of a Cynic'' were originally attributed to Evan Sula-Goff; considered, in the AMG musical review for ''In Moderation'', to be the band's solidifying member. Chart performance ''In Moderation'' charted o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
