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Ain’t (Fmaj7)noth ing like the (Gm)real (F)thing, (Gm)ba (F)by.
Ain’t noth ing like the (Gm7)real thing.
Ain’t (Fmaj7)noth ing like the (Gm)real (F)thing, (Gm)ba (F)by.
Ain’t noth ing like the (Gm7)real thing.
I’ve got your (F)pic ture hang in’ on the wall, but (Am)it can’t see or come to me when I (Dm7)call your name.
I (Bbmaj7)re al ize it’s just a pic ture (F)in a frame.
I read your (F)let ters when (Gm)you’re not (F)near, but (A7)they don’t move me and they don’t groove me like (Dm7)when I hear
(Bbmaj7)your sweet voice whis per ing of your (C7sus)in my ear.
Don’t you know,
ain’t (Fmaj7)noth ing like the (Gm)real (F)thing, (Gm)ba (F)by.
Ain’t noth ing like the (Gm7)real thing.
I play my (F)game, a (Gm)fan ta (F)sy.
(Bb)I pre tend, but (Am)I know in re (Dm7)al i ty I (Bbmaj7)need the shel ter of your arms to (F)com fort me.
No oth er (A7)sound is quite the same as your (F7)name.
No touch can do half as (F)much
to make me feel (Gm7)bet ter.
So, let’s stay to (Gm7)geth er.
I’ve got some (Gm7)real thing.
Ain’t (Fmaj7)noth ing like the (Gm)real (F)thing, (Gm)ba (F)by.
Ain’t noth ing like the (Gm7)real thing.
Ain’t (Fmaj7)noth ing like the (Gm)real (F)thing, (Gm)ba (F)by.
Ain’t noth ing like the (Gm7)real thing.
Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing — Simple Sheet Music
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"Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Bb, 86 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing" by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell played in?
- Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing"?
- The arrangement plays at 86 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing"?
- "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing" was originally performed by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell can I play here?
- Try "AIN'T NO MOUNTAIN HIGH ENOUGH", "AIN'T NOTHING LIKE THE REAL THING", "YOUR PRECIOUS LOVE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing". Key of Bb, 86 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.