Getting Better

by The Beatles
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Lyrics

It’s get ting bet ter all the (F)time.

I (G)used to get mad at my school,

the (G)teach ers that taught me weren’t cool.

You’re (C)hold ing me down, I (C)turn ing me ’round, I’m (G)fill ing me up with your rules.

I’ve (C)got to ad mit, it’s get ting bet ter, a lit tle bet ter all the time.

I (C)have to ad mit, it’s get ting bet ter, it’s get ting bet ter

since you’ve been mine.

Me (G)used to be an gry young man,

me (G)hid ing me head in the sand.

You (C)gave me the word, I (C)fi nal ly heard I’m (G)do ing the best that I can.

I’ve (C)got I ad mit, it’s get ting bet ter, a lit tle bet ter all the time.

I (C)Yes, I ad mit, it’s get ting bet ter, it’s get ting bet ter

since you’ve been mine.

Me (F)Get (C)ting (F)so (C)much (F)bet (C)ter (F)all (C)the time.

It’s get ting bet ter all the (F)time.

Bet ter, bet ter, (Fmaj7)bet ter.

It’s get ting bet ter all the (F)time.

Bet ter, bet ter, (Fmaj7)bet ter.

I used to be cruel to my wom an, I beat her and kept her a part from the things that she loved.

Man, I was mean, but I’m chang ing my scene, and I’m do ing the best that I can.

(F)Get (C)ting (F)so (C)much (F)bet (C)ter (F)all the time.

Getting Better — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "Getting Better" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of C, 110 BPM.

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

About “Getting Better”

Can I play "Getting Better" without reading sheet music?
Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Getting Better" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Getting Better" by The Beatles played in?
Getting Better is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Getting Better"?
The arrangement plays at 110 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Getting Better" 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 "Getting Better"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Getting Better"?
"Getting Better" was originally performed by The Beatles. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Getting Better"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: C, Em, F, Fmaj7, G.
What other songs by The Beatles can I play here?
Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "Getting Better"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Getting Better" is perfect for first-time players.
Do I need to read music to play "Getting Better"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Getting Better" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.