Better_in_time

As of 2026, the song remains highly popular, with over 342 million streams on Spotify .

In early 2026, the track celebrated its 18th anniversary since release. better_in_time

Lyrically, it portrays a woman struggling to move on from a past relationship, eventually finding hope and reassurance that emotional healing will occur over time. Commercial & Critical Performance As of 2026, the song remains highly popular,

Beyond its top-tier rankings in the UK and US, it was part of a double A-side release with "Footprints in the Sand" in certain markets. Leona Lewis - Better In Time (US Version)

It is a mid-tempo pop and R&B song centered on a piano-driven melody.

Lewis’s enduring career recently included a Las Vegas concert residency titled "A Starry Night" in 2025 and receiving an OBE for her contributions to music. Leona Lewis - Better In Time (US Version)