What If

by Kate Winslet

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I (F)stand a (C)lone with this (Am7)weight up on my (F)heart, and it will not (C)go a way.

In my (F)head I keep we on (C)look ing back, (Am7)right back to the (F)start, won d’ring what it was that (G)made you (C)change.

Well I (Dm7)tried but I (C)had to draw the line,

and still the (Dm7)ques tion keeps on (C)spin ning in my (F)mind.

What if (C)I had (G)nev er let you go,

would you (C)be the (G)man I used to know?

If I’d (Am)stayed, if you’d (G)tried, if we could (C)on ly turn back (F)time.

But I (Dm7)guess we’ll (G)nev er know.

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ny (F)roads to (C)take some to (Am7)joy some to heart (F)ache.

A ny one can (C)lose their way,

and if (F)I said that we could (C)turn it back (Am7)right back to the (F)start, would you take the chance and (G)make the (C)change?

Do you (Dm7)think how it (C)would have been some times,

do you pray (Dm7)that tion I’d on (C)nev er left your (F)side?

What if (C)I had (G)nev er let you go,

would you (C)be the (G)man I used to know?

If I’d (Am)stayed, if you’d (G)tried, if we could (C)on ly turn back (F)time.

But I (Dm7)guess we’ll (G)nev er know.

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If (C)on ly we could turn the hands of (F)time.

If I could (C)take it back, would you still be (F)mine?

’Cause I (Dm7)tried but I (C)had to draw the line,

and still this (Dm7)ques tion keeps on (C)spin ning in my mind.

What if (C)I had (G)nev er let you go,

would you (C)be the (G)man I used to know?

What if (C)I had (G)nev er walked a (F)way?

’Cause I still (C)love you (G)more than I can say.

If I’d (Am)stayed, if you’d (G)tried, if we could (C)on ly turn back (F)time.

But I (Dm7)guess we’ll (G)nev er know.

We’ll (G)nev er know.

What If by Kate Winslet — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “What If” by Kate Winslet 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 120 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 "What If" 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 "What If"?
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.