It's Gettin' Better (Man!)
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Verse 1:
A
Say something
A G D A
Shout it from the rooftops of your head
A
Make it sort of mean something
A G D A
Make me understand or I'll forget
A
The people here on lifes beaches
A G D A
They wish upon the waves that hide the sand
A
Let them know that life teaches you
A G D A
To build a castle in your hand
Bridge:
A G D A
Maybe the signs I've seen are wrong
A G D A
Maybe the dreams I've dreamed are gone
A G D A
So bring it on home and it wont be long
(N.C.) A F#m
It's Getting Better Man!!
[Refrão]F#m A-A-E-E-F#m
And what was that you said to me?
F#m A-A-E-E-F#m
Just say the word and I'd be free?
F#m Bm
And where the stars are shining bright
D A
It's Getting Better Man!
F#m A-A-E-E-F#m
And crashing in upon a wave
F#m A-A-E-E-F#m
It's calling out beyond the grave
F#m Bm
And we're the fire in the sky
D A
It's Getting Better Man
Verse 2:
A
Build Something
A G D A
Build a better place and call it home
A
Even if it means nothing
A G D
You'll never ever feel that you're alone.
Bridge:
A G D A
Maybe the songs that I sing are wrong
A G D A
Maybe the dreams we dream are gone
A G D A
So bring it on home and it won't be long
(N.C.) A F#m
It's Getting Better Man!!
How to play It's Gettin' Better (Man!)
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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.