Better When I'm Dancin'

by Meghan Trainor

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Lyrics

When Don’t think a bout it, and just move your bod y.

’cause you Lis ten to the (Dsus)mu sic, sing, in’, “Oh aye oh.” ’Cause Just move those left feet.

Go a head, get cra zy.

We An y one can (Dsus)do it, sing, “Oh aye oh.” Show the world you’ve got that (C)fi re,

feel the rhy thm get ting (D7sus)loud er.

Show the room what you can (C)do, prove to them you got them (Am7)moves.

I don’t (C)know a bout (D)you, but I feel bet ter when I’m (G)danc in’, yeah, yeah.

I’m bet ter when I’m (Em)danc in’, yeah, yeah.

And we can do this to geth er.

I bet you feel bet ter when you’re (Am7)danc in’, yeah, yeah.

Mm bop ba da, ba ba (G)ba ba (C)da da, la la (G)la la (Am7)da da, la la la la (D)da da, bop ba da da.

When you fi n’lly let go, and you slay that so lo, ’cause you lis ten to the (Dsus)mu sic, sing in’, “Oh aye oh.” ’Cause you’re con fi dent, babe, and you make your hips sway.

We knew that you could (Dsus)do it, sing, “Oh aye oh.” Show the world you’ve got that (C)fi re,

feel the rhy thm get ting (D7sus)loud er.

Show the room what you can (C)do, prove to them you got them (Am7)moves.

I don’t (C)know a bout (D)you, but I feel bet ter when I’m (G)danc in’, yeah, yeah.

I’m bet ter when I’m (Em)danc in’, yeah, yeah.

And we can do this to geth er.

I bet you feel bet ter when you’re (Am7)danc in’, yeah, yeah.

Mm bop ba da, ba ba (G)ba ba (C)da da, la la (G)la la (Am7)da da, la la la la (D)da da, bop ba da da.

(D)da da, bop ba da da.

Mm bop ba da, ba ba (G)ba ba (C)da da, la la (G)la la (Am7)da da, la la la la (D)da da, bop ba da da.

(Oh aye oh.)

(Oh aye oh.) I feel bet ter when I’m (G)danc in’, I’m bet ter when I’m (C6)danc in’.

Aye,

oh aye oh.

I feel bet ter when I’m (G)danc in’, yeah, yeah,

bet ter when I’m (Am)danc in’, yeah, yeah.

Don’t you know.

(D)da da, I feel bet ter when I’m (G)danc in’, I’m bet ter when I’m (C)danc in’.

Hey, feel bet ter when I’m...

yeah, yeah.

Better When I'm Dancin' by Meghan Trainor — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Better When I'm Dancin'” by Meghan Trainor in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 110 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Better When I'm Dancin'" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Better When I'm Dancin'"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Meghan Trainor songs work for kids?
Try "NO", "LIKE I'M GONNA LOSE YOU", "LIPS ARE MOVIN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.