I walked by the river Where we said good-bye Thought of your kisses And didn't even cry I'm gettin better(gettin better) I'm gettin better(gettin better) I talked with an old friend he asked about you I'm managed to tell him With just a tear or two I'm gettin better(gettin better) I'm gettin better(gettin better) I know I'll never be the same I was standin too close to the flame But it doesn't hurt so much To hear your name I think I'll make it I'm gettin better(gettin better)