Better the Devil You Know (Sonia song)

"Better the Devil You Know" is a song recorded by British singer Sonia, released in 1993 as the UK's entry for the Eurovision Song Contest. Written by Brian Teasdale and Dean Collinson, the song is an uptempo pop track with elements of dance-pop and Eurodance.

The song's lyrics explore the theme of preferring familiarity, even if flawed, over the uncertainty of the unknown. The phrase "better the devil you know" suggests that it is often easier to stick with a known problem or situation than to risk encountering something potentially worse. In the context of the song, this refers to a romantic relationship where the singer acknowledges the imperfections but chooses to stay rather than face the potential pitfalls of finding someone new.

Sonia performed "Better the Devil You Know" at the Eurovision Song Contest in Millstreet, Ireland, finishing in second place with 164 points. The song became a commercial success in the United Kingdom, reaching number 9 on the UK Singles Chart. It remains one of Sonia's most recognizable and popular songs and is frequently featured on compilation albums of Eurovision hits and 1990s pop music. The performance at Eurovision helped solidify Sonia's career and contributed to the song's enduring legacy.