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Betterman


The song "Betterman" by Pearl Jam is written and performed by the American rock band Pearl Jam. It was originally released in 1994, as part of their third studio album "Vitalogy." The song features Eddie Vedder as the lead vocalist and lyricist. Vedder often shares the story that he wrote "Betterman" during high school and had been holding onto it for years before recording it with the band. Interestingly, the song can also be found on the band's compilation album "Rearviewmirror: Greatest Hits 1991-2003." "Betterman" is characterized by its haunting melody, introspective lyrics, and powerful vocals by Vedder.