Key: Bb · Capo: 3rd fret · Difficulty: Beginner · Chords: G, D, Em, C, Am · Strumming: D D D D
[Intro] G D Em D C [Verse 1] G I'm gettin' older, D I think I'm agin' well Em I wish someone had told me D C I'd be doin' this by myself G There's reasons that I'm thankful, D there's a lot I'm grateful for Em But it's different when a stranger's always D C waitin' at your door Am Which is ironic 'cause the D strangers seem to want me more G D Em Than anyone before (Anyone before) Am C Too bad they're usually deranged G D Last week, I realized I crave pity Em When I re-tell a story, D C I make everything sound worse G Can't shake the feeling that D I'm just bad at healing Em And maybe that's the reason D C every sentence sounds rehearsed Am Which is ironic because when D I wasn't honest G I was still bein' ignored D Em (Lyin' for attention, Am just to get neglection) C Now we're estranged 🎸GETTING OLDER TAB [Chorus] G D Em Things I once enjoyed D C G Just keep me employed now D Em Things I'm longing for D C Someday, I'll be bored of Am D G D Em It's so weird Am C That we care so much, until we don't [Verse 2] G I'm gettin' older, D I've got more on my shoulders Em But I'm gettin' better at D C admitting when I'm wrong G I'm happier than ever, at least, D that's my endeavor Em To keep myself together and D C prioritize my pleasure Am 'Cause to be honest, I just wished the word D I promised G Would depend on what I'm givin' D Em (Not on his permission) Am C (Wasn't my decision) To be abused, mm [Chorus] G D Em Things I once enjoyed D C G Just keep me employed now D Em Things I'm longing for D C Someday, I'll be bored of Am D G D Em It's so weird Am C That we care so much, until we don't [Outro] G But next week, I hope D I'm somewhere laughin' Em For anybody asking, D C I promise I'll be fine G I've had some trauma, D did things I didn't wanna Em Was too afraid to tell ya, D N.C. but now, I think it's time
ℹ️ About This Song
FINNEAS produced this track released on 30th of July 2021, the track is written by Billie Eilish & FINNEAS. The key of the track is Bb major to simplify the chords, use a Capo on the 3rd fret.

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- Song: Getting Older
- Artist: Billie Eilish
- Produced by FINNEAS
- Album: Happier Than Ever (2021)
- Released Date: 30 July 2021
Chords Info
- Tuning: Standard(EADGBE)
- Key: Bb
- Capo: 3rd fret
- Chords: G, D, Em, C, Am
- Suggested Strumming: D D D D
- D= Down Stroke, U = Upstroke, N.C= No Chord
| Guitar Chords | Ukulele Chords |
| G – 320003 Am – x02210 C – x32010 D – xx0232 Em – 022000 | G – 0232 Am – 2000 C – 0003 D – 2220 Em – 0402 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What key is Getting Older in?
Getting Older is in the key of Bb.
What chords do I need for Getting Older?
You need G, D, Em, C, Am to play Getting Older by Billie Eilish.
Do I need a capo for Getting Older?
Yes, place a capo on the 3rd fret to play Getting Older by Billie Eilish.
How hard is Getting Older to play on guitar?
Getting Older by Billie Eilish is rated Beginner. It uses simple open chords and is great for new players.