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Better Man Chords

Here are the chords for “Better Man” by Robbie Williams — in the key of D (A, E, F#m and D). It's an easy, beginner-friendly arrangement using common open chords. Place a capo on fret 2 to match the original. Use the interactive player to transpose to your vocal range, add a capo, and autoscroll hands-free while you strum.

Chords:AEF#mDBmF#BC#m

Chords for Better Man

Key: DBPM: 90Difficulty: EasyPop
D
3
90
Au and I had somethingEspecial baby
F#mSomething that u only see on movieDscreen
 IAknow lately I've been missing uElike crazy
 OhF#mwhy why'd u let me in just to let meDgo
DMost guysDwill get high when feeling low
F#mBut IEdon't think that that's the way to go
DSometimesDI'll be sitting on my own
EThinking 'bout life thinking 'boutEu and me
AHow do u lose the one u love?
EAfter giving it all u gave it up
BmMaybe my love wasn't enough
Du think uEknow but u never can
AHow do u lose ur only plan?
EWell darling just give me one moreBmchance
 And I'll give u everything IDhave
 I'll try toEbe a better manA 
AI felt things when we wereEnaked
F#mI saw an angel but they'veDhidden their wings
 IAknow everyone's got that specialEbaby
 OhF#mwhy now I only see u in myDdreams
DMost guysDwill get high when feeling low
F#mBut IEdont think that thats the way to go
DSometimesDI'll be sitting on my own
EThinking 'bout life thinking 'boutEu and me
AHow do u lose the one u love?
EAfter giving it all u gave it up
BmMaybe my love wasn't enough
Du think uEknow but u never can
AHow do u lose ur only plan?
EWell darling just give me one moreBmchance
 And I'll give u everything IDhave
 I'll try toEbe a better manBm 
 I've been up and I've beenDdown
 Think that's just what love'sAabout
 u took the words right out myEmouth
 If u feel it say itBmnow
 It's been a while but I've figured itDout
 But ain't that just what love'sAabout?
 u took the words right out myEmouth
 But if u feelF#it say itBnow
BHow do u lose the one u love?..How do u lose
F#After giving it all u gave it up
C#mAnd maybe my love wasn't enough
Eu think u know but u never can
BAnd how do u lose ur only plan?
F#Well darling just give me one moreC#mchance
 And I'll give u everything IEhave
 I'll try toF#be a better manB 

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About Better Man

Robbie Williams's “Better Man” is a pop track that guitarists love to cover. This arrangement uses 8 chords — A, E, F#m, D, Bm, F#, B and C#m — with the progression centred on A, E and F#m. Because it sticks to common open shapes, it's a great choice for beginners and campfire sing-alongs. Hover or tap any chord above to see its fingering, change the key with the transpose buttons, or set a capo to match the original recording.

Better Man — FAQ

What key is “Better Man” in?

“Better Man” by Robbie Williams is in the key of D. You can transpose it to any other key using the player.

What chords do I need to play “Better Man”?

“Better Man” uses 8 chords: A, E, F#m, D, Bm, F#, B and C#m.

Is “Better Man” easy to play on guitar?

Yes — “Better Man” is rated easy and uses common open chords, so beginners can pick it up quickly.

Do I need a capo to play “Better Man”?

Yes — place a capo on fret 2.

Who sings “Better Man”?

“Better Man” is performed by Robbie Williams.

Is there a play-along video for “Better Man”?

Yes — a YouTube video is embedded on this page so you can play along at full tempo.

What genre is “Better Man”?

“Better Man” is categorised as Pop.