It's Getting Better

Mama Cass, Cass Elliot

About It's Getting Better

"It's Getting Better" is a song written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil that was a sunshine pop hit single in 1969 for Mama Cass. The song describes the singer's satisfaction with a love relationship that is down-to-earth rather than extravagantly romantic, a subgenre of love song exemplified by the Jerome Kern/ P. G. Wodehouse composition "Bill". Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil had previously written the similarly themed "He's Sure the Boy I Love", a hit for the Crystals in 1963.


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Once I believed that when love came to me
It would come with rockets, bells and poetry
But with me and you it just started quietly and grew
And believe it or not
Now there's something groovy and good
Bout whatever we got
And it's getting better
Growing stronger warm and wilder
Getting better everyday, better everyday
I don't feel all turned on and starry eyed
I just feel a sweet contentment deep inside
Holding you at night just seems kind of natural and right
And it's not hard to see
That it isn't half of what it's going to turn out to be
Cause it's getting better
Growing stronger, warm and wilder
Getting better everyday, better everyday
And just like a flower that takes time to bloom
This love of ours is taking time to grow
Ba da da da da da da da da da da da
And I don't mind waitin', don't mind waitin'
Cause no matter how long it takes
The two of us know
That it's getting better
Growing stronger, warm and wilder
Getting better everyday, better everyday.

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Mama Cass

Cass Elliot, also known as Mama Cass, was an American singer and actress, best known as a member of The Mamas & the Papas. After the group broke up, she released five solo albums. more »

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Written by: BARRY MANN, CYNTHIA WEIL

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13 facts about this song

Release Year
"It's Getting Better" was released in 1969 as part of Mama Cass's solo career, following her success as part of the band, The Mamas & The Papas.
Record Label
The song was recorded and released through Dunhill Records, the same label which backed The Mamas & The Papas.
Chart Performance
The song climbed up to number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Album Inclusion
"It's Getting Better" also appears on Mama Cass's album "Bubblegum, Lemonade, and... Something for Mama" which was also released in 1969.
Songwriter
The song was written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, a husband-and-wife songwriting team responsible for many hits of the 1960s and 70s.
Soundtrack Usage
The song has been used in several films and television shows, such as "The Boat That Rocked" and "Lost".
Style
"It's Getting Better" is noted for its upbeat, optimistic tone, with lyrics that celebrate personal growth and positive change.
Continuing Influence
Many artists have cited Mama Cass as an inspiration, and "It's Getting Better" remains one of her most popular songs.
Cover Versions
Numerous artists have covered "It's Getting Better", including Italian singer Mina, and it appears on her 1989 album "Uiallalla".
MP3 Remix
A remix of "It's Getting Better" was released in MP3 format on Amazon and other digital platforms in 2007.
Airplay
Even several decades post its release, "It's Getting Better" still finds itself frequent airplay, particularly on classic hits and oldies radio stations.
Advertising Usage
The song was also used in a UK television commercial for Bird's Eye frozen foods in the late 1980s, and later in 2015 for McVitie's Digestive Biscuits.
Posthumous Fame
Although Mama Cass tragically passed away in 1974, her music - including "It's Getting Better" - continues to maintain a strong following and recognition.

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