Janet Devlin - Better Now (Official Video)

I can’t even begin to explain to you why this video means so much to me but I’m going to try...! Horses symbolise so much more to me than just a hobby. They symbolise a freedom and joy of my youth that I don’t know if it’s quite possible to attain as an adult. When I’m around horses, I’m able to be with those feelings and remember the best times of my younger years. Those years before the world got tough and I could trust people with all my heart. When life was as difficult as getting all my homework done, and the worst thing I’d done was accidentally erase my brother’s memory on his Xbox. Before I got my heart broken, or ever lost a loved one. A time before the hardships of my teens.

I wanted to give "Better Now" its chance to shine; it's my favourite track off the album, and when thinking about how best to portray the meaning and emotion of the song, horses weren't far from my mind. They really capture the true power and grace of the song. For me, to make a music video in Ireland has always been a goal and so has doing a video with horses - so getting to do both at once was surreal, daunting but amazing. I was incredibly lucky that Katya was available and managed to convince Sir Franz and his horsemaster Alessandro to travel from Venice to Ireland! I had the best time filming it and what made the experience special was that it was set right back home where I grew up in Gortin. Every location was known to me, it was basically my back garden – my happy place. The fact I got to film with these beautiful creatures made it my absolute dream come true. The crew were hysterical, I seriously haven't laughed so much in ages - everyone was so creative, passionate and accommodating. And even the temperamental Irish weather decided to take a turn for the better and we had glorious days in which to film. I would never have been able to make this video if it weren’t for all of my lovely Patrons and Do-Crew. Thank you so much for making this happen, I feel so blessed to have been able to do it and hope you enjoy the end result 💓

Horse master – Alessandro Monzillo
Production / Runner – Cat McGibney
Horses - provided by Angelo & Andrew of Kane’s Carriages, Belfast (Halo, Willow, Prince, Mikey)

Shot entirely on location at Gortin Glen Forest Park & Castle Beltrim, Gortin, Northern Ireland

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[janetdevlin]

Hey guys, If you could please share this one - it'd mean a lot! ❤️ It'd be amazing to see how far we can get this video! It really means more than you know! ❤️🙏🏻

[janetdevlin]

Can't wait for you to see it!! 🙊🙊

[anitanett]

Hi Janet, it is a great pleasure and honor for me to share your beautiful music with my friends in Poland, Canada, Germany and England. Greetings from around Munich. Best wishes Anita

[jamesbean]

I heard this, and watched and was struck by an old memory of that same landscape but in winter. Within a copse not far from the house to meet the lads and off to war with a promise to come back. Was very surreal. And a beautiful voice to match. Truly a talent of a generation.

[byrddog]

To me... She is one of the most beautiful creations on earth.... So pretty. And her voice ROCKS!!!

[bunnybu]

"Thank God my thoughts don't make a sound.." wow, that really hit me ♥️

[ahmedelsayed]

I replayed the song multiple times, and I am relaxed more than I should be.

[markbrookes]

She has such a mesmerizing quality to her voice, totally unique! Love her!!!

[squidzmusic]

...each flutter of an eye, a year creates a memory of the generation, and then life is done. Its amazement that i stare into glass and see beauty such as yours bounce back from across the globe, in voice, in feeling and in viewing pleasure. I am mortal and are more than thankful you impacted my life such a short journey it is, impeccably positively awesomnessly! Thank you Ms Janet. Im Better Now.

[jonprice]

August 2023 and I've just heard your voice for the first time. I hope you read these messages, Janet because this song, and your voice has touched my cold, unshakable soul. Thank you.

[bradymayo]

I have heard a lot of voices in my lifetime and Devlin's voice is by far the most beautiful voice I have ever heard. I could listen to her over and over again!

[JohnStewart]

The asthetic of this video is stunning. Near the start as you stroke the neck of the horse your smile radiates absolute joy. I hope you get that feeling more often.
Take care x

[milozach]

I know I'm a bit biased but, I genuinely don't know how this didn't reach number 1. 🤷🏻
It's one of the most amazing songs I've ever heard. I 'feel' it every time I listen. ❤

[considerthepossible]

Beautiful song. Beautiful scenery/countryside. Beautiful voice & accent. Makes me miss my roots.

[louisanthonydebruijn]

You need to become a movie actor now you beautiful the world needs to see the true you. I've watched you for years from the first time you sang on stage, the bad times and where you are today.
You have what it takes Go for it girl.
God Bless you Janet Devlin.

[tommieboleman]

I have to share a thought with you ..This is a great song I'm at a place in my life in recovering the that my wife and son passed away but your music help me through it but like you said we're better now it's been 4 years but your music has helped me recover through this tragedy your voice is very calming like a supernatural effect of peace very thankful for the videos uploaded on YouTube! But when I have to say is important to me and I'm going to share it with you.. the first time I heard you was an accident.. but with God there are no accidents your humility and being humble at your first edition with American Idol was so Godly that made me cry!! I was so moved saw that very moment God has given you favor and a annoying of music... so don't be persuaded to the left or to the right stay focused on what you want to do you have the power in your voice to lift people up and to make them feel better that is a gift from God! Because I am a Christian you really touch my soul thank you, the world wants to get you confused thinking about yourself no you have such power in your voice just sing about where you're going and what's going to happen you are so powerful.. it's my gift to see these things I just thought I would share with you this thought.. your voice is a instrument inspire people to do the right thing and understand this gift is very powerful be blessed I'm so thankful that I heard your music and you allow us to see into your soul when you sing amen

[MrMRW]

It’s a great song. My dad passed away 6 months ago and I said goodbye to him in a very British way. I live in Asia. I kissed his forehead and said I was greatful for everything he’s given me. Despite his emotional absence in my life, I still loved him deeply as a father and he was a good man. He was largely absent but that’s just how many men were then. My son tells me he loves me 10 times before leaving for school, my dad never said it.

He simply said “thank you, that’s brave of you to say”

Then he died a few days later

[cryingturtle]

Pixar's "Brave" springs to mind
(Excellent song and video) 👌🏼

[colleenmorrison]

I live in upstate NY and only discovered Janet's music beginning of pandemic. Very mesmerized voice, beautiful. You've been through so much and yet you thrive for life. Well done.. keep the music coming it's very pleasing to listen to.

[jelica]

Her voice is always hauntingly beautiful, this song made my heart bleed in all the places I once thought I could ignore. Janet, you are an inspiration to others by your honesty about the pain you have been through. It keeps it real in a way no one else can.