Something That I

by Backstreet Boys

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(D)Here we are, back and sev en days and sev en nights of emp ty tries.

It’s (D)rit u al, ha bit u al, but it’s nev er gon na work this time.

We’re (G)to the point of no re turn, and a long the way, the on ly thing we’ve learned

is (Bb)how to hurt each oth er.

I’m

(D)I don’t wan na wait an oth er min ute.

(F)Put me out of my mis er y.

(D)I can read your mind, ba by; you’re not in it, and (F)we’re not what we used to be.

No, you would n’t have to lie to me if you would (D)on ly let me go.

And (D)I don’t wan na wait an oth er min ute to hear

some thing that I al read y know,

I know, I know, I know.

Some thing that I al read y know,

I know, I know, I know.

So, (D)save your voice; don’t waste your breath.

Can’t you see we’re at the end, and (D)this good bye is per ma nent?

So wish me well, try to for get.

And (G)all the fights and all the ways we al most made it, but we nev er did,

and it’s (Bb)fi n’lly come to this.

some thing that I al read y know.

We can not hide

what we’ve be come.

So sick and tired of be ing numb.

It’s done,

It’s done.

It’s done.

(E)I don’t wan na wait an oth er min ute.

(G)Put me out of my mis er y.

(E)I can read your mind, ba by; you’re not in it, and (G)we’re not what we used to be.

No, you would n’t have to lie to me if you would (E)on ly let me go.

(E)I don’t wan na wait an oth er min ute to hear

some thing that I al read y know,

I know, I know, I know.

Some thing that I al read y know, ’cause I know, I know, I know.

Some thing that I al read y know, ’cause I know, I know, I know.

I know,

’cause I know.

Something That I by Backstreet Boys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Something That I by Backstreet Boys in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 78 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Something That I" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Something That I"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.