Time After Time

by Cyndi Lauper

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Lyrics

(Dm)Ly in’ (C)in my (Dm)bed I (C)hear the (Dm)clock (C)tick and (Dm)think of (C)you,

(Dm)caught (C)up in (Dm)cir (C)cles con (Dm)fu (C)sion is (Dm)noth ing (C)new.

(F)Flash (G)back

(Em)warm (F)nights,

al most (F)left be (Em)hind.

(F)Suit (G)case of (Em)mem o (F)ries

time (F)af ter.

(Dm)Some (C)times you (Dm)pic ture (C)me.

I’m (Dm)walk (C)ing too (Dm)far a (C)head.

(Dm)You’re (C)call ing (Dm)to (C)me, I (C)can’t won der hear ing what if (Dm)you’ve O.

(C)said.

Then (F)you (G)say

(Em)go (F)slow.

I (F)fall be (Em)hind.

The (F)sec ond (Em)hand (F)un winds.

If you’re lost, you can look and you will find me,

time (G)af ter time.

If you fall, I will catch you; I’ll be wait ing,

time (G)af ter time.

If you’re lost, you can look and you will find me,

time (G)af ter time.

If you fall, I will catch you; I’ll be wait ing,

time (G)af ter time.

(Dm)Af (C)ter my (Dm)pic ture (C)fades and (Dm)dark (C)ness has (Dm)turned to (C)gray,

(Dm)watch (C)ing through (Dm)win (C)dows, you’re (C)can’t won der hear ing what if (Dm)I’m O.

(C)K.

Then (F)Se (G)crets

(Em)sto (F)len

from (F)deep in (Em)side.

The (F)drum beats (Em)out (F)of time.

If you’re lost, you can look and you will find me,

time (G)af ter time.

If you fall, I will catch you; I’ll be wait ing,

time (G)af ter time.

If you’re lost, you can look and you will find me,

time (G)af ter time.

If you fall, I will catch you; I’ll be wait ing,

time (G)af ter time.

Time (G)af ter time.

Time (G)af ter time.

Time (G)af ter time.

Time (G)af ter time.

Time After Time by Cyndi Lauper — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Time After Time by Cyndi Lauper 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 116 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "Time After Time" 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 "Time After Time"?
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.