Getting Better
Beatles · Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
I used to get mad at my school
The teachers that taught me weren't cool
You're holding me down
Burning me round
filling me up with the rules
I've got to admit it's getting better
a little better all the time
I have to admit it's getting better
it's getting better since you've been mine
Me used to be angry young man
Me hiding me head in the sand
You gave me the word
I finally heard
I'm doing the best that I can
I've got to admit it's getting better
a little better all the time
I have to admit it's getting better
it's getting better since you've been mine
getting so much better all the time
It's getting better all the time
better, better, better
It's getting better all the time
better, better, better
I used to be cruel to my woman I beat her
and kept her apart from the things that she loved
Man, I was mean but I'm changing my scene
and I'm doing the best that I can
I've got to admit it's getting better
a little better all the time
Yes, admit it's getting better
it's getting better since you've been mine
getting so much better all the time
It's getting better all the time
better, better, better
It's getting better all the time
better, better, better
Getting so much better all the time
Getting Better
Getting Better stands as a defining track from The Beatles' 1967 masterpiece, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. Written primarily by Paul McCartney, the song captures the band's experimental shift toward psychedelic pop during this celebrated era. The recording features a distinctive bass line and a prominent harmonium, showcasing the group's willingness to incorporate unconventional instrumentation into their core sound. As a staple of their mid-60s catalogue, the track reflects the optimism and introspection that characterized their work following the release of Rubber Soul. Its enduring popularity stems from its melodic accessibility and the seamless blend of rock and orchestral textures that became a hallmark of the album. The song remains a testament to the band's songwriting prowess and their ability to craft timeless melodies that resonate across generations.