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' — Simple Sheet Music

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"Better When I'm Dancin'" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 110 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Better When I'm Dancin'”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Better When I'm Dancin'"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Better When I'm Dancin'" by Meghan Trainor played in?
Better When I'm Dancin' is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Better When I'm Dancin'"?
The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Better When I'm Dancin'" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Better When I'm Dancin'"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Better When I'm Dancin'"?
"Better When I'm Dancin'" was originally performed by Meghan Trainor. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Meghan Trainor can I play here?
Try "NO", "LIKE I'M GONNA LOSE YOU", "LIPS ARE MOVIN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Better When I'm Dancin'". Key of G, 110 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.