Best Days (Anastacia song)
"Best Days" is a song by American singer Anastacia, released as the second single from her fifth studio album, It's a Man's World (2012). The song is a cover of the original version performed by German band Wallis Bird, and was adapted by Anastacia into a soulful ballad with a focus on vocal performance and a more stripped-down arrangement compared to Bird's original.
Thematically, "Best Days" explores the idea of overcoming adversity and finding hope for a brighter future. It speaks to the resilience of the human spirit and the belief that even in difficult times, better days are ahead.
The song's release was accompanied by a music video featuring Anastacia performing the song against a simple backdrop, emphasizing the emotional weight of the lyrics and her vocal delivery. While it wasn't a major chart success, it was considered a highlight from the album and showcased a different facet of Anastacia's vocal talent, moving away from her more characteristic pop-rock sound towards a more traditional soul and blues-influenced style.