Getting Better
The Beatles
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It's getting better all the time I used to get mad at my school (No, I can't complain) The teachers who taught me weren't cool (No, I can't complain) You're holding me down Turning me round Filling me up with your rules I've got to admit it's getting better (Better) A little better all the time (It can't get no worse) I have to admit it's getting better (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 (Better) A little better all the time (It can't get no worse) I have to admit it's getting better (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 (ooh) I admit it's getting better (Better) A little better all the time (It can't get no worse) Yes, I admit it's getting better (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!
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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10 facts about this song
Album Association"Getting Better" is a song from the Beatles' landmark album, "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" which was released in 1967.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was primarily written by Paul McCartney, with some collaboration from John Lennon. It was credited to the Lennon–McCartney songwriting partnership.
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Lyrics OriginMcCartney got inspired for the lyrics while walking his dog. The part "it's getting better all the time" was his optimistic outlook toward life. On the other hand, the line "can't get no worse" was supplied by John Lennon showcasing his skeptical perspective.
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Recording IncidentsThe Beatles' guitarist, George Harrison, accidentally took too much LSD while recording this song because he mistook it for a regular mint.
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Unique Sound EffectsOne of the unique sound elements in the track is the use of a piano played through a Leslie speaker, creating a spinning effect on the sound.
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CollaborationIt was during the recording of this song that the group had a session with Indian classical musician Ravi Shankar. Harrison had been learning sitar from him.
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Expression of RegretNotably, the song contains an admission of past wrongdoings and implies a desire for personal improvement. Lennon openly admitted that the lyrics were about himself and his previous actions.
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Blend of Musical GenreThe song, like many others on the same album, blends a range of musical styles. While it largely departs from the Beatles' pop-rock sound, "Getting Better" borrows elements from Indian music and the baroque style, showcasing their innovative approach.
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Popularity and InfluenceThe song has a continued impact and popularity. For example, it was used in Apple's "Think Different" commercial in 1997 and there have been cover versions by other popular bands including Gomez and The Wedding Present.
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Song StructureContrary to typical pop song layouts, "Getting Better" doesn't strictly follow a verse-chorus structure. The main refrain ("It's getting better all the time") is used both to conclude verses and as a separate chorus. This reflects the Beatles' continual experimentation with song structures.
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