Better Than Today
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A D
yesterday was better than today
Bm E
yesterday was when I went away
A D
tomorrow I will have a brand new car
Bm C# B E A
If I get a letter, tomorrow will be better than today
D A D A Bm F#m D A D A Bm F#m
doo doodoodoodoodoo
A D
Your weighted hair is hanging down your back
Bm F#m E
and all the dreams you've had are coming back
A D Bm C#
when you have your pockets filled with gold, you don't have to wake up
B E A
or even use your make-up when you're old
D A D A Bm F#m D A D A Bm F#m Bm
doo doodoodoodoodo
F#
A D
Bm E
B F#m
E B E
(flute solo)
A D A D Bm F#m
dooodooo dooodooo doodoodoodooo dooodoodooodooodoodooo
A D Bm E
yesterday was better than today, steadily my hair was turning grey
A D Bm C# B
I'm fifty, he is fifty-one, when we reach New Mexico the party
E A
it will start to go again
D A D A Bm F#m D A D A Bm A
doo doodoodoodooo
How to play Better Than Today
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.