Discover the poignant songwriting of Glasgow's Connor McGlave!

Connor McGlave returns with ‘Better Man’, a stripped-back acoustic track that leans into his strengths: emotional sincerity, raw lyricism, and melodic simplicity. The working-class Glasgow native builds the song around soft percussion and acoustic guitars, giving his voice space to carry the weight of the words. The chorus asks the quietly devastating question: “Will I die a better man?”—a line that lingers long after the final note.

A light acoustic solo towards the end brings just the right lift, keeping the track intimate and grounded. It’s a song about self-reflection, personal responsibility, and the pressure to grow into something better, delivered in a way that feels honest and unforced.

Fans of Myles Smith, Sam Fender, and the softer sides of Indie and Rock will feel right at home. ‘Better Man’ doesn’t overreach or feel too polished. It just tells the truth, and sometimes that’s all a great song needs.