Carly Rae Jepsen returns with a dreamy, introspective track from her latest album, Day and Night (Continued). “Good Fine Alright” showcases her knack for blending pop sensibility with lyrical depth, inviting listeners into a contemplative soundscape.
The song navigates the lingering ache of a past romance, juxtaposing moments of calm with bursts of yearning. Jepsen reflects on fleeting connections, the weight of memory, and the paradox of feeling both “good” and “fine” while still longing for something that’s slipped away.
Fresh from the water
Skin in the onsen with mountain views
A sweet holiday for escaping
I found my way by discovering you
Your hands in the water reach for me
I crave for nothing
But you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you
You, you, you, you, you, you, you, you
I only take my showers when it’s ice cold
It’s hard to feel anything since you let me go
You broke my heart on Sunday
I went back to work on Monday
I don’t think about it ‘less I have to
There’s a couple drunken phone calls that I can’t undo
But we kept it to the weather
When you ask me if I’m better
I’m good, except for the morning
I’m fine, except for the midnights
I’m alright, and every hour in between
I crave for nothing but you
I’m underwater, I’m fine
Skin ever haunted by your touch
Was every moment just a dream? I crave for nothing
But you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you
(You, you, you, you, you, you, you, you)
When the girls are asking me to go out
There’s a certain subject we don’t talk about
But I’ll dance if someone asks me
And they all say I look happy
I can fake it, baby, with my eyes closed
It was really nice to meet you, but it’s time to go
When he leaves, I don’t feel better
Need to pull myself together
I’m good, except for the morning
I’m fine, except for the midnights
I’m alright, and every hour in between
I crave for nothing but you
I’m underwater, I’m fine
Skin ever haunted by your touch
Was every moment just a dream? I crave for nothing
But you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you
(You, you, you, you, you, you, you, you)
Since its release, “Good Fine Alright” has resonated with fans who appreciate Jepsen’s honest portrayal of emotional ambivalence. Critics note its layered production and relatable lyricism, cementing the track as a standout moment on an album that balances night‑time introspection with daylight optimism.
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