Then

by Brad Paisley

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I re mem ber (Gsus)try in’ not to stare the night that I first (Fsus2)met you.

(G)You had me mes mer ized.

And There were (Am7)three weeks lat er (F)in the front porch light, tak in’ (G)for ty five min utes to kiss good night.

I had n’t (F)told you yet,

but I thought I (G)loved you then.

And now you’re my whole (G)life,

now you’re my whole (G)world, and I just can’t be (F)lieve the way I feel a bout you (C)girl.

Like a riv er meets the (E)sea, strong er than it’s ev er (G)been.

We’ve come so far since that (F)day and I thought I loved you (C)then.

I re mem ber (Gsus)tak in’ you to back to right where I first (Fsus2)met you.

(G)You You were so sur prised.

And There were (Am7)peo ple a round, (F)but I did n’t care.

I in’ (G)got ty down on one to knee right there I and n’t (F)once a gain,

but I thought I (G)loved you then.

But now you’re my whole (G)life,

now you’re my whole (G)world, and I just can’t be (F)lieve the way I feel a bout you (C)girl.

Like a We’ll look back some (E)day at this mo ment that we’re (G)in, and I’ll look at you and (F)day and I thought I loved you (C)then.

(C)then.

(F)I can just (G)see you

with a (F)ba by on the (C)way, and I can just (G)see you

when your (F)hair is turn in’ (C)gray.

What (G)I can’t see is how I’m ev er (C)gon na (C)love you (F)more.

But I’ve been there be (G)fore.

(F)say,

“And I thought I loved you (C)then,

and I thought I loved you (Am7)then.”

(C)Ooh,

(G)ooh

(Am7)ooh,

Then by Brad Paisley — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Then” by Brad Paisley 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 C at 79 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Then" 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 "Then"?
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.