The Last Time I Felt Like This

by Johnny Mathis

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Hel (D)lo,

I don’t e ven know your (Bm7)name,

but I’m (D)hop in’ all the (G)same

this is (D)more than just a (E7)sim ple hel (A7)lo.

Hel (D)lo,

do I (A)smile and walk a (Bm7)way?

No, I (D)think I’ll smile and stay

mean to see where this might (E7)go.

’Cause the (G)last time I (A)felt like this I was fall ing in (Bm)love,

fall ing and (Gmaj7)feel ing I’d nev er (G)fall in (A)love a (D)gain.

Yes, the (G)last time I (A)felt like this was long be fore I knew (Bm)what I’m (G)feel ing (G)now (A7)with (D)you.

Hel (D)lo,

I can’t wait till we’re a (Bm7)lone,

some where (D)qui et on our (G)own

so that (D)we can fall the (E7)rest of the (A7)way.

I (D)know

that be (A)fore the night is (Bm7)through,

I’ll be (D)talk ing love to you,

mean ing ev ’ry word I (E7)say.

’Cause the (G)last time I (A)felt like this I was fall ing in (Bm)love,

fall ing and (Gmaj7)feel ing I’d nev er (G)fall in (A)love a (D)gain.

Yes, the (G)last time I (A)felt like this was long be fore I knew (Bm)what I’m (G)feel ing (G)now (A7)with (D)you.

Hel (G)feel ing (G)now

(A7)with (D)you.

(D)Oh, the (G)last time I (A)felt like this I was fall ing in (Bm)love,

fall ing and (Gmaj7)feel ing I’d nev er (G)fall in (A)love a (D)gain.

Yes, the (G)last time I (A)felt like this was long be fore I knew (Bm)what I’m (G)feel ing (G)now

(A7)with (D)you.

(D)Oh, the (G)last time I (A)felt like this I was fall ing in (Bm)love,

fall ing and (Gmaj7)feel ing I’d nev er (G)fall in (A)love a (D)gain.

Yes, the (G)last time I (A)felt like this was long be fore I knew (Bm)what I’m (G)feel ing (G)now

(A7)with (D)you.

(D)Oh, the (D)you.

The Last Time I Felt Like This by Johnny Mathis — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Last Time I Felt Like This by Johnny Mathis 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 D at 68 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 "The Last Time I Felt Like This" 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 "The Last Time I Felt Like This"?
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.