I'm Gettin' Better Jim Reeves I walked by the river Where we said good-bye, Thought of your kisses, And didn't even cry -- I'm gettin' better, I'm gettin' better. I talked with an old friend, He asked about you. I managed to tell him With just a tear or two. I'm gettin' better, I'm 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.